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Delhi police busts mobile theft racket, smuggler caught with 48 stolen phones worth Rs 20 lakh

Mar 09 2025, 02:47 PM IST
Delhi Police busted an international mobile theft syndicate smuggling stolen phones to Bangladesh and Nepal. A West Bengal-based smuggler, Abdush, was arrested with 48 high-end stolen phones worth ₹20 lakh. Investigations are ongoing to track his associates and dismantle the entire network.
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Will DA hike be approved? Supreme Court to hear govt employees' case in March

Mar 01 2025, 12:19 PM IST
The Dearness Allowance case for West Bengal government employees may be heard in the Supreme Court in March. State government employees have long been demanding DA at the central rate, which the state government has not yet provided.
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VP Jagdeep Dhankhar Visits SHAKTI TARAPITH, Praises India’s Spiritual Heritage!

Feb 28 2025, 02:00 PM IST
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Ex-Indian captain Sourav Ganguly's convoy involved in minor crash in WB's Hooghly, no injuries reported

Feb 21 2025, 10:31 AM IST
Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly's convoy met with an accident on the Durgapur Expressway near Dantanpur while en route to Bardhaman. A lorry's sudden movement caused a minor collision, but Ganguly remained unharmed. Despite brief disruption, he continued his journey without delays. No injuries were reported.
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'This is Mrityu Kumbh': West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes lack of planning at Maha Kumbh (WATCH)

Feb 18 2025, 04:50 PM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has raised serious concerns over the management of Maha Kumbh 2025, calling the event "Mrityu Kumbh" due to what she described as a lack of proper planning.
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DA, Pay Commission payouts soon? West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee assures state employees

Feb 14 2025, 08:55 AM IST
The West Bengal government, led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, announced a 4% Dearness Allowance (DA) increase for state government employees in the budget. Following this, Mamata Banerjee made a significant announcement.
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Lakshmi Bhandar scheme: When will you receive your money? Find out here

Feb 11 2025, 01:24 PM IST
New Lakshmi Bhandar applicants can now easily check their application status online. Find out if your application has been approved and when you will receive the money.
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Arijit Singh takes Ed Sheeran for a ride on his scooty at his hometown Jiaganj; video goes VIRAL [WATCH]

Feb 11 2025, 10:06 AM IST
Ed Sheeran, currently in India for The Mathematics Tour, visited Arijit Singh’s hometown, Jiaganj, in West Bengal. The two singers surprised locals by riding a scooter through the town. Sheeran, known for spontaneous performances, continues his India tour with upcoming shows in Shillong and Delhi NCR
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Netball and Handball at the 38th National Games set to start from February 7

Feb 07 2025, 06:55 PM IST
The netball matches will take place at Kanchanjunga Hall in Maharana Pratap Sports Complex, Dehradun, while the handball matches will be held at Shivalik Hall in Rudrapur.
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‘Let us cheat, carry mobile phones in exam’: Section of MBBS students demand on campuses in West Bengal

Feb 06 2025, 06:00 PM IST
A controversy has erupted at Burdwan Medical College (BMC) as a senior faculty member overseeing academic affairs sounded the alarm over an attempt to undermine exam integrity.
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