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July 3, 2026 10:06 AM

Indian Railways approves Rs 274 crore electronic interlocking project to modernise signalling in Malda Division

In a significant push towards enhancing railway safety and modernising critical infrastructure, Indian Railways has approved a ₹274-crore project to replace conventional relay-based signalling systems with advanced Electronic Interlocking (EI) technology at 20 locations in the Malda Division (West Bengal) of Eastern Railway. The project, announced by the Ministry of Railways on Thursday, aims to improve the reliability, efficiency and maintainability of signalling systems on one of Eastern Ra...

June 20, 2026 8:46 PM

‘Dreams Envisioned for Bengal Are Turning into Reality’: PM Modi on Paschimbanga Divas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday participated in the Paschimbanga Divas celebrations in Hooghly district of West Bengal and launched, dedicated and laid the foundation stones of multiple development projects spanning railways, agriculture, rural development, fisheries and animal husbandry sectors. The state-level celebrations, held at Tarakeswar in Hooghly, were organised under the theme "West Bengal: Heritage, Harmony and Development." During the programme, the Prime Minister also rele...

June 19, 2026 1:31 PM

PM Modi to release PM-KISAN funds, lead International Day of Yoga celebrations during his Bengal visit on June 20-21

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to West Bengal on June 20 and 21, during which he will participate in Paschimbanga Divas celebrations, launch and inaugurate key development projects, release the 23rd installment of the PM-KISAN scheme, lead the International Day of Yoga celebrations in Kolkata, and commission three indigenously built naval ships. According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), PM Modi will begin his visit on June 20 at around 3:45 PM by attending t...

June 19, 2026 1:32 PM

Kolkata prepares for grand International Day of Yoga 2026 celebrations at Red Road

Kolkata is all set to host the national celebrations of the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to lead the nation in the Common Yoga Protocol at the iconic Red Road. The event is expected to witness participation from thousands of yoga enthusiasts on the ground and millions joining virtually from across India and around the world. Ahead of the celebrations, a curtain-raiser press conference was held at Nabanna Sabhaghar, where West Benga...

June 18, 2026 5:42 PM

PM Modi to transfer Rs 18,880 crore to 9.44 crore farmers under 23rd PM-KISAN instalment on June 20

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on June 20 from Tarakeswar in West Bengal’s Hooghly District, marking another major milestone in one of the world’s largest direct income support programmes for farmers. Under the latest instalment, more than ₹18,880 crore will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of over 9.44 crore farmers across the country. The disbursement will include benefits for more th...

June 8, 2026 10:18 PM

West Bengal joins Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, completing nationwide rollout of world’s largest health assurance scheme

In a landmark event towards achieving universal health coverage and ensuring seamless access to quality healthcare for every eligible citizen across the country, West Bengal today became the 36th State/Union Territory to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). Marking the culmination of nationwide adoption of the flagship health assurance scheme, the National Health Authority (NHA), under the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), signed a Memor...

June 8, 2026 10:03 AM

West Bengal to join Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, becoming 36th state/UT to implement National Health Scheme

In a significant step toward expanding healthcare coverage across the country, West Bengal is set to become the 36th State/Union Territory to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), the world's largest publicly funded health assurance programme. The National Health Authority (NHA), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), and the Government of West Bengal will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Monday at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, fo...

May 26, 2026 9:36 PM

Central science, innovation schemes to be rolled out in West Bengal: Dr Jitendra Singh

The government on Tuesday announced to integrate Central scientific and innovation schemes with educational institutions in West Bengal that would help create a stronger pipeline for innovation, scientific learning and research-oriented talent development among the youth. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, held an extensive meeting with West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata. It was decided in the meeting that all major C...

May 25, 2026 10:28 AM

‘Democracy has won’: PM Modi hails BJP’s record victory in Bengal’s Falta assembly bypoll

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the Bharatiya Janata Party’s sweeping victory in the Falta Assembly constituency in West Bengal. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "People of Falta have spoken! Democracy has won and intimidation has lost. Congratulations to Shri Debangshu Panda Ji for winning in Falta by a record margin. It indicates the unwavering faith of the people of West Bengal towards the BJP. People are seeing the exceptional work of the West Bengal Government across sectors a...

May 24, 2026 3:15 AM

Centre releases ₹527 crore under NHM for West Bengal: JP Nadda

Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on Saturday reviewed the healthcare systems and implementation of key health schemes in West Bengal during a virtual meeting with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and senior officials. The discussions focused on strengthening healthcare infrastructure in the state and improving the implementation of flagship programmes, including the National Health Mission (NHM), Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana and the Prime Minister Ayushman Bharat Health Infr...