West Bengal

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Centre Readies Major Aviation Infra Push in West Bengal

The Centre is preparing a significant aviation infrastructure push in West Bengal, with the Airports Authority of India and the state government expected to sign an MoU next month, according to sources. The agreement is set to cover Hasimara, Kalaikunda, Malda and Balurghat, signalling a broader effort to expand regional air connectivity and strengthen civil aviation assets in the state.

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Energy, Power & CleanTech2h ago

Annpurna Devi Accuses Jharkhand Government of Opposing Mines Law to Shield Coal Theft

Union Minister Annpurna Devi launched a sharp attack on the Hemant Soren government, alleging that its opposition to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act is aimed at enabling coal theft and protecting arbitrary state-level levies. She said the amendment would bring uniform taxation, attract investment and create jobs, while the Jharkhand government called the law a "black Bill" that undermines the state's rights over its minerals.

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National Governance & Policy4h ago

Press Club Condemns Detention of Journalists Covering Jantar Mantar Protest, Calls It Grave Threat to Press Freedom

The Press Club of India has condemned the detention of two journalists, Frontline's Vedaant Lakhera and The Wire's Mohammad Irfan, while they were covering a protest at Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The club said both reporters were wearing press IDs and described the police action as deeply troubling, while also criticising a separate West Bengal Police FIR against Maktoob Media as an attack on independent journalism.

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National Governance & Policy6h ago

Mamata Backs Opposition Unity Over Demand to Remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday signaled support for a broader Opposition front against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, saying she would back any party that raises a common cause for the people regardless of political colour. Her remarks came as the INDIA bloc prepares to meet in New Delhi on September 30 amid escalating tensions over the Election Commission and the special intensive revision exercise in West Bengal.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance7h ago

RBI to Auction Rs 22,200 Crore in State Government Bonds as 12 States Tap Market for Fresh Borrowing

The Reserve Bank of India will conduct an auction of state government securities worth Rs 22,200 crore on September 29, 2026, with 12 states seeking funds through a mix of re-issued bonds and fresh tranches. The sale, to be executed on the RBI's E-Kuber platform, will include both competitive and non-competitive bidding, with retail investors also able to participate through the Retail Direct portal.

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Startups & Venture Capital6h ago

Akamai's $11.6 Billion Anthropic Deal Signals AI Infrastructure Arms Race as Indian Startups Raise, Expand and Scale

Akamai Technologies' reported $11.6 billion, seven-year cloud computing agreement with Anthropic underscores how rapidly the global AI infrastructure market is expanding, with the deal potentially rising to $20 billion. In India, the same day's startup roundup reflected a broader ecosystem in motion, from Dextr AI's $6.7 million seed round to mPokket's push deeper into New-to-Credit lending, alongside fresh moves in startup competitions and logistics capacity.

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India Entertainment & Culture7h ago

Sai Symphony Orchestra Turns Rural Talent Into a Global Cultural Force

What began as a brass band for children from rural and disadvantaged backgrounds has grown into the Sai Symphony Orchestra, India's largest home-grown orchestra and a striking example of music-led social transformation. Under the guidance of Sri Madhusudan Sai and with training from international musicians such as Dimitris Lambrianos, the ensemble has moved from Muddenahalli to Vienna and beyond, while carrying a message of access, discipline and confidence.

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Airports Authority of India(1)Hasimara(1)Kalaikunda(1)Malda(1)Balurghat(1)