With the current situation in Bangladesh, the fear of increased Bangladeshi infiltration cannot be denied. The threat is expected to escalate, with security experts cautioning that it is only a matter of time. The state along with appealing for peace should concentrate on taking measures to reduce the threat of possible increased illegal infiltration.
Rahul Gandhi's yatra is not allowed to pass through Siliguri by the administration of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The govt has cited a pre-scheduled examination in the area.
Bombay HC has dismissed the appeal filed by Mamata Banerjee challenging an order of the Sessions Court in a complaint alleging disrespect to the national anthem.
West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar has sought investigation into the June 25 attack on the premises of IFB Agro facility in South 24 Parganas' Noorpur.
Doctors across West Bengal have gone on a strike in protest against the insensitivity shown by the state government towards the attacked doctors of NRS Hospital.