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West Bengal Assembly Proceedings to Be Live Streamed, Says CM Suvendu Adhikari

The West Bengal government has announced plans to begin live streaming proceedings of the state Legislative Assembly, a move aimed at improving transparency and giving citizens direct access to debates and discussions inside the House. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari made the announcement during Assembly proceedings on Friday, saying the initiative would allow people across the state to watch legislative discussions in real time. The proposal is being seen as a major step toward increasing public participation in the democratic process and making the functioning of elected representatives more visible to voters. Assembly…

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Post-Poll Violence Triggers Heated Exchange in West Bengal Assembly During Speaker Election Session

A sharp political confrontation broke out in the West Bengal Assembly on Friday during the eighteenth Assembly session, with leaders from both the ruling party and Opposition engaging in a heated debate over allegations of post-poll violence in the state. The exchange took place during proceedings linked to the election of the new Speaker. While the session initially began on a calm note, tensions rose after Opposition members questioned the state government’s handling of political violence following elections. The discussion once again brought attention to one of Bengal’s most sensitive…

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V D Satheesan Chosen as Kerala Chief Minister After UDF Election Victory

The Congress leadership on Thursday announced senior party leader V D Satheesan as the next Chief Minister of Kerala, bringing an end to nearly two weeks of speculation following the United Democratic Front’s (UDF) victory in the state Assembly elections. The decision was formally announced in New Delhi by All India Congress Committee (AICC) Kerala in-charge Deepa Dasmunshi, who confirmed that Satheesan had been selected as the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader and the alliance’s chief ministerial choice. The announcement paves the way for the formation of a new UDF-led…

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No Fuel Shortage in Bhubaneswar, Dealers Association Appeals Against Panic Buying

The Utkal Petroleum Dealers Association has assured residents of Bhubaneswar that there is no shortage of petrol or diesel in the city, urging people not to panic amid a sudden rise in fuel purchases over the past few days. Long queues were seen outside several petrol pumps across the Odisha capital on Thursday after rumours circulated about a possible fuel crisis linked to tensions in West Asia and concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. However, fuel dealers said the situation remains under control and…

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Virat Kohli Smashes Ninth IPL Century, Becomes Fastest Batter to Reach 14,000 T20 Runs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli scripted another major milestone in his career on Wednesday by scoring his ninth Indian Premier League century and becoming the fastest player to complete 14,000 runs in T20 cricket. Kohli’s unbeaten 105-run knock guided RCB to a six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2026 clash in Raipur, helping the team successfully chase a target of 192. The innings also marked a strong comeback for the 37-year-old batter, who had registered ducks in his previous two matches. Kohli Leads RCB Chase With Aggressive Century Opening the…

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Virat Kohli Enters Top Three in IPL 2026 Orange Cap Race After Match-Winning Century

The battle for the Orange Cap and Purple Cap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 intensified on Wednesday after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Raipur. Virat Kohli’s century not only guided RCB to victory but also reshaped the tournament’s leading run-scorers chart. Kohli’s unbeaten 105-run knock helped RCB chase down a target of 193 and moved the veteran batter to third place in the Orange Cap standings. On the bowling side, RCB pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar strengthened his position at the top of the Purple…

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Frederic Soyez Named Head Coach of India Junior Men’s Hockey Team Ahead of 2036 Olympic Vision

Hockey India has appointed experienced French coach Frederic Soyez as the new head coach of the Indian junior men’s hockey team, marking a significant move in the federation’s long-term preparation strategy for the 2036 Olympics. The announcement was made on Thursday, with Hockey India describing the appointment as part of its broader effort to strengthen player development and create a sustainable high-performance structure for Indian hockey. Soyez brings more than three decades of experience as both an international player and coach, having worked with some of Europe’s leading hockey programmes. Experienced International…

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Odisha BJP Plans Large e-Bike Rally for Nitin Nabin’s First State Visit as Party President

The Odisha unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is preparing to organise a large-scale e-bike rally in Bhubaneswar on May 18 to welcome party president Nitin Nabin during his first visit to the state after taking charge of the organisation. The rally is expected to begin from Bhubaneswar airport and conclude at Jatani, where the party has scheduled a training programme for BJP workers and leaders. Party leaders said the event is intended to combine organisational mobilisation with a public message promoting fuel conservation and sustainable transportation. BJP Links…

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Kolkata Minister Raises Concerns Over Hygiene at Calcutta National Medical College After Tiljala Fire

West Bengal Women and Child Development Minister Agnimitra Paul expressed strong concern over sanitation conditions at Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital during a visit to meet victims injured in the Tiljala fire incident. The minister visited the hospital ward where three people injured in Tuesday’s fire at a leather factory in Kolkata’s Tiljala area are currently undergoing treatment. During the inspection, she reportedly questioned hospital staff after noticing poor hygiene and waste materials scattered inside the ward. Minister Objects to Unclean Hospital Conditions According to officials present during the…

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Heat and Humidity Increase Across South Bengal as North Bengal Remains Under Heavy Rain Alert

Weather conditions across West Bengal are showing a sharp regional contrast, with heat and humidity increasing steadily in south Bengal even as several districts in north Bengal continue to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) at Alipore, Kolkata and surrounding districts are likely to witness warmer and more humid conditions over the next few days due to clear skies and reduced rainfall activity. At the same time, north Bengal remains under heavy rain alerts, particularly in the Himalayan and sub-Himalayan districts where thunderstorms and…

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