July 14, 2026 1:41 PM

West Bengal to implement NEP, PM-SHRI scheme: CM Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday said that the state has joined the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the PM Schools for Rising India (PM-SHRI) scheme, paving the way for the release of central funds during the current financial year. Following a meeting with Union and state officials in Kolkata, the Chief Minister outlined a series of education reforms, including improved school infrastructure, gas-based cooking for mid-day meals, phased installation of solar panels...

May 12, 2026 9:47 AM

PM Modi welcomes Ayushman Bharat rollout in West Bengal, says welfare of people is paramount

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed the rollout of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in West Bengal, saying the welfare of the people of the state remains his government’s top priority. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “The welfare of my sisters and brothers of West Bengal is supreme! I’m very happy that the people of the state will have access to Ayushman Bharat, the world’s largest healthcare scheme that ensures top-quality and affordable healthcare.” He also said tha...