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'Football runs through my veins': Mamata Banerjee gets Messi-signed jersey, hails the maestro; SEE post

Mar 20 2025, 04:19 PM IST
Mamata Banerjee has taken to X, expressing her excitement after receiving a jersey autographed by football legend Lionel Messi. She hailed Messi as the 'maestro of our times'.
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West Bengal state employees' DA battle: Expected hike if they win on March 25

Mar 20 2025, 09:08 AM IST
West Bengal government employees are hoping to win the Dearness Allowance (DA) increase case. The difference in DA from central government employees is significant. A substantial increase in salaries and pensions is likely after the hearing.
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Will West Bengal DA case finally be settled in Supreme Court on March 25? Govt staff hopeful

Mar 19 2025, 08:30 AM IST
The DA case was previously heard by the bench of Justices Hrishikesh Roy and SN Bhatti. With Hrishikesh Roy's retirement, government employees are hopeful that the DA case may be heard by a new bench this time.
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Kolkata Metro expansion: Purple Line's Joka-Esplanade section to start from April

Mar 18 2025, 11:54 AM IST
Kolkata Metro has become the lifeline for millions of commuters in the city. From north to south, and the greater Kolkata area, it's all part of the Kolkata Metro network. Now, there's great news! This new route is set to roll out in April!
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DA Hike update: Extra money to be added to salaries from April! Mamata Banerjee govt's big move

Mar 17 2025, 12:52 PM IST
DA Update: This extra money will be added to the salary from April! Mamata gave great news for government employees.
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7th Pay Commission in West Bengal: When will state govt announce salary hike?

Mar 17 2025, 12:26 PM IST
The West Bengal government has announced a 4% DA increase but remains silent afterward. State government employees in West Bengal are wondering when the 7th Pay Commission will be implemented. Get the latest updates here.
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Big pay hike! WB govt employees' salaries may double with DA increase

Mar 17 2025, 11:03 AM IST
West Bengal government employees' Dearness Allowance (DA) case is likely to be heard in the Supreme Court in March. Employees are vocal in demanding DA at central rates, but the state government is not willing. Concerns are growing among employees about when the hearing will take place.
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Salary boost for THESE West Bengal employees! Pay increased from Rs 16,000 to Rs 38,000

Mar 12 2025, 10:44 AM IST
The West Bengal government has increased salaries in one fell swoop. A hefty amount of crisp money will come into hand every month. Nabanna made a great announcement. These government employees of Bengal will get extra money from April.
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Big boost for commuters! Kolkata Metro's Howrah maidan-Sector V line to start by May

Mar 11 2025, 10:02 AM IST
The Metro (Howrah Maidan - Sector Five Metro) service from Howrah Maidan to Sector Five may start in May. The East-West Metro's (East West Metro) Green Line may be connected. The Metro authorities are hoping for this.
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West Bengal tops MSME chart again, says CM Mamata Banerjee citing latest survey

Mar 10 2025, 02:39 PM IST
Among the broad sectors covered, the number of establishments in the "Other Services" sector recorded a growth of 23.55 per cent followed by a 13 per cent increase witnessed in the manufacturing sector.
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