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Supreme Court to Hear Mahua Moitra’s Plea on Alleged Circuit House Eviction on October 1

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear on October 1 a plea filed by Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra alleging that she was evicted from a West Bengal circuit house in violation of her rights. The matter drew preliminary objections from Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, who argued that Members of Parliament should not directly approach the apex court over what he described as individual grievances.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy26 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

IMD Says Cyclone Arnab May Shift Rainfall Away From South Peninsula, Put Eastern and Central India on Alert

India’s weather office said the developing very severe cyclone Arnab is likely to move north-northeastward, pulling a broad rain belt across eastern and central India while easing rainfall pressure over much of the South Peninsula. The track could reshape short-term weather risks for agriculture, transport and urban infrastructure across several states as the system intensifies over the Bay of Bengal.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy25 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

IMD Flags Bay of Bengal Cyclone Risk by Monday as Andhra Pradesh, Odisha Brace for Escalating Weather Threat

The India Meteorological Department has warned that a parent low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is likely to strengthen into a deep depression by Sunday and a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay by Monday morning. Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha have been placed on alert as authorities prepare for heavy rain, strong winds, and possible disruption to transport and fishing activity.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy23 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

IMD Flags Possible Bay of Bengal Cyclone by Monday as Andhra Pradesh, Odisha Stay on Alert

The India Meteorological Department has indicated that a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is likely to strengthen into a deep depression by Sunday and may intensify into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay by Monday morning. Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha are on heightened alert as authorities monitor the system’s track, intensity, and potential rainfall impact.

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National Governance & Policy22 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Says He Can Secure 275 MLAs in 294-Member Assembly

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has claimed he can command the support of 275 MLAs in the state’s 294-member Assembly, a statement that signals an aggressive political push amid continuing realignments in the legislature. The assertion comes as he also indicated that 64 legislators from the rebel Trinamool Congress faction may back him, while the BJP currently holds 209 elected seats in the House.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life Sciences21 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Bengal Chief Minister Defends Shift of Stampede Victims to Private Hospital, Citing Better Care

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has defended the decision to move stampede victims to private hospitals, saying the choice was made immediately to secure the best available treatment and prevent further fatalities. She said all 25 injured people survived, describing the move as a practical medical decision rather than a political controversy.

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National Governance & Policy21 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Meets Families After Kolkata Puja Pandal Stampede

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met the families of those killed in the Kolkata puja pandal stampede, offering condolences and signalling immediate state support for the bereaved. In a parallel political gesture, Suvendu Adhikari handed over a cheque of ₹25 lakh to relatives and said one member from each affected family would be assured a government job.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy20 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

SMP Kolkata Adds Cargo Capacity as Infrastructure Push Lifts Port Throughput

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata is expanding its cargo-handling capacity as infrastructure upgrades begin to translate into stronger operational throughput. The development underscores how targeted port modernisation is becoming a key lever for trade efficiency, logistics competitiveness and eastern India’s industrial connectivity.

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World Politics & Diplomacy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

At Least 17 Dead in Crowd Crush at Hindu Festival Event in Kolkata

At least 17 people were killed and many more injured in a crowd crush at a Hindu festival event in the Indian city of Kolkata, according to initial reports from the scene. The disaster has renewed scrutiny of crowd control, emergency preparedness and public safety planning at large religious gatherings in India, where mass attendance can overwhelm local infrastructure within minutes.

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Tushar Mehta(1)Supreme Court of India(1)Shinzo Abe(1)Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh(1)New Delhi(1)Mahua Moitra(1)