Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 11, 2025, Balagarh: In a swift operation, Balagarh police arrested three individuals posing as Motor Vehicles Inspector (MVI) officers and extorting money from motorists. The arrests took place at Ghoshpukur intersection in Somra No. 2 panchayat area following a complaint from a car driver who had been targeted by the impostors.
Category Archives: West Bengal
Sealdah Court to Announce Verdict in Tilottama Case, Justice Awaits
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 11, 2025, Kolkata: The Sealdah court is set to announce its verdict on Saturday, January 18, at 2:30 pm, in the tragic case surrounding the death of young doctor Tilottama at RG Kar Medical College. The incident, which occurred on August 9, caused widespread outrage and raised serious questions about security and accountability within the healthcare system. The judgment comes 5 months and 9 days after the incident that shook the state and the nation.
Abhishek Banerjee Faces Setback as Kunal Ghosh’s Call for Artist Boycott Gains Ground
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 11, 2025, Kolkata : The ongoing RG Kar movement has become a flashpoint for political tensions in West Bengal, with the latest developments showing a shift in favor of Trinamool leader Kunal Ghosh. Despite Abhishek Banerjee’s public statement advocating for the right of artists to protest and asserting that no artist’s program should be canceled, the reality seems to be quite different as artists are now facing growing pressure.
Celebrating Swami Vivekananda’s Legacy: “Swami Vivekananda Milan Mela” Inaugurated in Kolkata
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 11, 2025, Kolkata : The “Swami Vivekananda Milan Mela” commenced today in celebration of Swami Vivekananda’s 162nd birth anniversary. The fair was officially inaugurated by distinguished guests who lit the ceremonial lamp at Kali Singhi Park. This event, organized jointly by Vivekananda Pathachak and Sanskar Bharati, will continue for the next five days and is open to the public with free entry.
Brahmachari Vinod: The Revolutionary Spirit Behind Swami Pranabanandaji Maharaj
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 10, 2025, Kolkata :
Brahmachari Vinod, later known as Yugacharya Shrimat Swami Pranabanandaji Maharaj, was not only a freedom fighter but also a spiritual luminary, a nation builder, and a reformer. Born on January 29, 1896, in the village of Bajitpur in Madaripur district to Vishnucharan Bhuiyan and Sarada Devi, his early life was marked by a profound sense of justice and spirituality.UGC Reiterates List of Fake Universities; Students Advised to Verify Credentials Before Admission
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 10, 2025, Kolkata :
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has once again urged students to exercise caution and verify the credentials of universities before seeking admission. The UGC emphasized that only institutions recognized and registered under the UGC Act, 1956, have the legal authority to award degrees in India.- Christ New Testament Deemed University, Guntur
- Bible Open University of India, Vizag
- AIIPHS Government University, Delhi
- Commercial University Limited, Delhi
- United Nations University, Delhi
- Vocational University, Delhi
- ADR Centric Jurisprudential University, Delhi
- IISE, Delhi
- Vishwakarma Open University for Self Employment, Delhi
- Spiritual University, Delhi
- Baraganvi Sarkar World Open University, Belgaum
- St. John’s University, Kerala
- IIUPM, Kozhikode
Mamata Banerjee to Hold Key Meeting with Doctors Following Grievance Cell Initiative
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 10, 2025, Kolkata : West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to meet with doctors from medical colleges, district hospitals, state general hospitals, and private healthcare institutions, alongside medical students, on February 24 at the Dhandhanya Auditorium. This pivotal meeting follows a proposal from the State Grievance Cell, which the Chief Minister has accepted.
Mamata Banerjee Inaugurates Gangasagar Mela, Ushers in Sustainable Initiatives
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 10, 2025, Kolkata — West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the annual Gangasagar Mela at Outram Ghat, continuing the state’s tradition of hosting this prominent event. She commenced the ceremony by paying homage to Swami Vivekananda, offering a wreath at his portrait to honor his legacy.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Highlights Educational Progress and Youth Empowerment at Students’ Week Event
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 9, 2025, Kolkata : West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee attended the Students’ Week program at Dhandhanya Auditorium, where she presented job appointment letters to the Santosh Trophy winners. During her address, the Chief Minister reflected on her own journey from her student days to her current political role, emphasizing the state’s educational initiatives and the transformative impact they have had on the youth.
Mamata Banerjee underscored the success of the state’s Utkarsh Bangla project, which has already trained 47 lakh students, with 10 lakh of them securing employment. The project’s goal is to equip young people with the skills needed in various industrial sectors, and the Chief Minister assured that companies seeking employees could rely on the trained candidates from Utkarsh Bangla. Additionally, she highlighted the establishment of 500 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and polytechnics across the state, aimed at providing students with high-quality training and preparing them for the workforce.
During her speech, Mamata Banerjee also shared personal anecdotes from her own educational experience, noting that she completed her MA from Calcutta University and studied law, despite having no public recognition at the time. She humorously addressed speculation about her age, admitting to increasing her age by five years, and reflected on how her identity had evolved. “Even my name is not my choice. But whatever happens, happens,” she remarked, adding, “When I walk, my brain works. And when I don’t walk, I feel like I am not doing anything.”
Her words resonated with the audience, highlighting the Chief Minister’s continuous drive for progress and the empowerment of the state’s youth through educational initiatives that provide both skills and opportunities for the future.
SC to Hear Pleas on WB School Recruitment Case Regarding Staff Appointment Cancellations on January 15
Mamata Banerjee Slams Odisha Government Over Tiger Zeenat’s Relocation to Bengal
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 8, 2025, Kolkata :
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her displeasure on Monday over the ongoing tiger relocation issues, specifically the case of Zeenat, a three-year-old tigress that had wandered through three states, covering 300 kilometers, before entering West Bengal from Odisha. The tigress, who had escaped from Odisha’s Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) on December 8, was sedated and captured in a forest near Gosaindihi village in Bankura district on December 29 after causing significant disruptions across West Bengal.Fraudulent Scheme Unveiled: Young Man Arrested for Using Forged Number Plate to Evade Traffic Fines
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 8, 2025, Kolkata : In an unusual case of fraud, a young man has been arrested for using a forged number plate to exploit the online traffic fine system. The police have also seized a bike involved in the scheme. According to police sources, the incident unfolded during a routine naka checking on the night of January 4 at the Rajarhat intersection.
Mamata Banerjee Returns to Kolkata, Plans Key Meeting on World Bengal Trade Conference and Infrastructure Development
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, Kolkata, January 8, 2025 : Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee returned to Kolkata today after her visit to the Gangasagar Fair, where she took stock of the arrangements for the annual event. Upon her return, the Chief Minister has called for an emergency meeting at Nabanna, scheduled for tomorrow, January 9, to discuss important matters, including the upcoming World Bengal Trade Conference, slated for February 5-6. The conference is expected to be a major platform for showcasing Bengal’s industrial potential ahead of the 2026 assembly elections.
Report Highlights Worsening Education Crisis in Bengal: Increased Dropout Rates and School Closures
Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, Kolkata, January 7, 2025: A recent report by the central government paints a grim picture of the state of education in Bengal, highlighting alarming trends that differ sharply from the situation in other parts of India. The dropout rate in classes nine and ten has surged by more than 12 percent, showing a sharp increase in students leaving school in these crucial years. In comparison, states like Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan have reported lower dropout rates, underlining the severity of the issue in Bengal.
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SSB Personnel Provide Timely Humanitarian Assistance in Sandakphu
Baby Chakraborty, January 7, 2025, Kolkata: On the evening of January 5, 2025, a couple visiting the Sandakphu area faced an emergency when one of them suddenly experienced severe health issues, including difficulty in breathing, shortly after checking into Hotel Namo Buddha.
In the past, there have been occasional reports of tourists facing health issues related to the altitude, such as breathing problems, fatigue, or heart-related complications, which could potentially lead to life-threatening situations. Such incidents are rare, but they underline the importance of proper medical preparation and acclimatization when traveling to high-altitude regions like Sandakphu.
Charges Framed in First-of-Its-Kind Recruitment Corruption Case
Baby Chakraborty, Kolkata, January 7, 2025: In a significant development, charges have been formally framed in the high-profile recruitment corruption case, marking the first time such charges have been brought in a case of this nature. The process began on Monday with the framing of charges against Sujoy Krishna Bhadra, a key figure in the case.
7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Nepal and Tibet, Tremors Felt Across Northern India Including Patna, Katihar, Siliguri, Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Sikkim, Delhi NCR
Agencies and KalimNews, January 7, 2025, Kolkata: A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Nepal in the early hours of Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 1:05 AM UTC (6:35 AM local time), sending shockwaves across the region. The epicenter of the quake was located 93 kilometers northeast of Lobuche, near the Himalayan region, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The earthquake lasted for approximately 15 seconds, and authorities have urged residents to remain cautious, as aftershocks are likely. Additionally, two aftershocks of magnitudes 4.7 and 4.9 were recorded from the same area in Tibet, near the Nepal-Tibet border. These aftershocks followed the initial tremor and heightened concerns of potential damage.