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Jadavpur University Sparks Controversy Again: ‘Azad Kashmir’ Slogan Leads to Sedition Case

11/03/2025 admin 0

As tensions rise, the West Bengal Police and intelligence agencies are closely monitoring developments to prevent further escalation. Authorities are determined to ensure that no anti-national elements misuse the campus for propaganda.

From B.Ed College Owner to Primary Teacher: The Multi-Crore Scam in Teacher Recruitment Exposed by CBI

11/03/2025 admin 0

The CBI has already arrested Partha Chatterjee, Manik Bhattacharya, Kuntal Ghosh, and Tapas Mondal. The investigation is now focusing on Bivas Adhikari and his network of agents. Key questions remain:

West Bengal Government to Introduce Law to Regulate Private School Fee Hikes

11/03/2025 admin 0

Education Minister Bratya Basu Announces Commission to Control Private School Expenses. West Bengal Government to Introduce Law to Regulate Private School Fee Hikes

Abhishek Banerjee’s Name Repeated 73 Times in 72-Minute Recording. CBI’s Audio Evidence in Teacher Recruitment Scam

07/03/2025 admin 0

Despite possessing the explosive audio recording, the CBI has not yet summoned Abhishek Banerjee for questioning. Meanwhile, the agency has collected voice samples from Sujay Krishna, Kuntal, and Shantanu to verify the authenticity of the conversation through forensic analysis.

2026 Bengal Showdown: Suvendu Adhikari Preps for Bhabanipur Battle as Mamata Eyes Historic Rematch

06/03/2025 admin 0

West Bengal’s Leader of Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, has begun strategizing for the 2026 Assembly elections, anticipating a direct face-off against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in her stronghold, Bhabanipur.

Left-Wing Candidates Achieve Historic Victory, Tensions Escalate After Election Results in Jadavpur University

02/03/2025 admin 0

The landslide victory of the Left in the Co-Operative Credit Society elections has posed a significant challenge to TMC’s dominance. With student politics and university governance at the forefront, Jadavpur University seems to be heading towards a prolonged political struggle.

Jadavpur University Violence: Injured Leftist Student’s Father, a TMC Leader, Denounces Son’s Actions

02/03/2025 admin 0

Jadavpur University witnessed high tension and clashes after protests erupted against Education Minister Bratya Basu, leading to injuries and political turmoil. Among those injured was […]

Congress to Contest All 294 Seats in 2026 West Bengal Assembly Elections

02/03/2025 admin 0

The Indian National Congress has decided to contest all 294 assembly seats in the 2026 West Bengal elections, reaffirming its commitment to an independent fight. Party workers have been urged to strengthen their organizational base and not to rely on alliances.

Mamata Banerjee’s Strategic Shift: From ‘Pack-Fac’ to ‘My I-PAC’—Decoding the Political Turnaround

02/03/2025 admin 0

The upcoming 2026 elections will likely see a continued partnership between TMC and I-PAC, but with more defined roles and responsibilities. Mamata’s pragmatic approach suggests she aims to strike a balance—leveraging I-PAC’s expertise while maintaining the party’s internal autonomy.

Jadavpur University: SFI Demands Education Minister’s Resignation, TMC Holds Counter-Protest

01/03/2025 admin 0

Following the clashes, SFI members staged a roadblock outside Jadavpur police station, causing significant traffic congestion. The police later dispersed the protesters and restored normalcy.