West Bengal News

A video showing a woman holding a child being beaten over an alleged theft accusation in West Bengal has sparked outrage online. The footage shows a man repeatedly hitting the woman while the child cries in her arms. Viewers have questioned why she was assaulted instead of being handed over to police, and called for action against those involved.

The death of NRS Medical College nurse Rupali Burman has taken a new turn after police in Kolkata found 3 fentanyl vials and a needle mark on her arm. The vials belonged to hospital. Police are examining whether she suffered a fentanyl overdose, accidentally or deliberately. Her mobile phone, CCTV footage and post-mortem findings are being examined

A video from West Bengal showing a young man performing dangerous stunts on a tall pole has gone viral on social media. The man is seen climbing the pole and exercising at a height, apparently risking his life for a video. While several users reacted with jokes, the stunt has also raised concerns about safety and reckless behaviour for online fame.

A Kolkata customer has accused a Zomato delivery partner of falsely marking a food order as delivered before allegedly leaving with the package. Home CCTV footage shared online appears to support the claim and has gone viral.

Dipankar Bhattacharya, TMC-linked Baduria municipality chairperson, has come under major scrutiny after police recovered over Rs 2.24 cr buried in a jute field in West Bengal. The cash recovery followed raids on TMC office and farmhouse linked to him

Authorities carried out a major bulldozer action outside Howrah Station in West Bengal, clearing illegal shops and encroachments near the Ganga Ghat and bus stand areas. The drive was conducted with heavy police presence and supervision from railway authorities, including the RPF. Videos of the demolition went viral online, drawing mixed reactions.

West Bengal Assembly term ended Thursday night, making Mamata Banerjee no longer CM without formal resignation. New CM and MLAs will take oath on May 9 (25th Baishakh). Assembly is being revamped ahead of the ceremony. 

The Samajwadi Party has decided not to work with I-PAC ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections, citing lack of funds. However, recent defeats of parties linked to I-PAC, legal issues involving its leaders, and operational concerns also influenced the move. SP will rely on its own network while continuing with another firm, Showtime.

The 2026 West Bengal Assembly election has brought a historic shift, with the BJP crossing 200 seats and ending the TMC’s 15-year rule. High voter turnout and strong gains across regions helped BJP dominate. TMC managed limited wins, while other parties played minor roles. The results show changing voter mood and mark a new political phase.

West Bengal may be heading for a major political change as the BJP takes a strong lead in Assembly elections. Industry groups have welcomed the trend, hoping for better infrastructure, investment, and business-friendly policies. While Mamata Banerjee faces a close fight in Bhabanipur, the broader results signal a shift in voter mood.