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Rajeev Kumar came under CBI's scanner for his suspected role in tampering evidence in the multi-crore Saradha chit fund scam. (Photo: PTI)

IPS officer Rajeev Kumar appointed as ADG of criminal investigation department

Anuj Sharma, an IPS officer of 1991 batch, who was the ADG (Law & Order), has replaced Kumar as the new Kolkata Police Commissioner.

19 Feb 2019 2:44 PM

A bilateral meeting with the IJMA will be held on February 21, and another tripartite meeting on either February 22 or February 25, officials said. (Photo: File | PTI)

Tripartite meeting fails to end Bengal's jute sector impasse

The meeting was presided over by the state's Labour Minister Moloy Ghatak, officials of IJMA and trade union representatives.

19 Feb 2019 10:06 AM

in the last one year, cumulative produce worth Rs 1.2 crore was transacted on the eNAM system in the 17 connected markets: Sinha. (Photo: ANI)

West Bengal planning to expand eNAM network

"So far, we have eNAMs in 17 regulated markets of the state, and we are planning to expand it to another 13 markets,":Rajesh Sinha.

19 Feb 2019 9:36 AM

The CBI claimed that the Rs 1.3 crore paid to Nalini Chidambaram, a senior lawyer, was from the money collected by Saradha chit fund illegally from investors.

Saradha Chit Fund Scam: HC grants interim protection to Nalini Chidambaram

The court directed the CBI and Chidambaram to file affidavits in support of their respective stands in the case in the meantime.

18 Feb 2019 4:35 PM

The RFI will send proforma invoice to the interested police forces for their requirements.

RFI offers to supply rifles to police, paramilitary

According to sources, the launch for the offer is expected to be held around September-October.

18 Feb 2019 7:53 AM

On February 13 evening when Prothoma was alone at home, a gang of miscreants came on three motorcycles. (Representational image)

BJP leader arrested with two for staging his daughter's abduction with TMC MLA

The abduction was alllegedly staged with a political agenda against opponent party.

17 Feb 2019 10:45 PM

The official said that Rs 500 crore has already been allocated for the scheme. (Photo: Twitter/ representational image)

1 year on, no takers for 'Operation Greens' in West Bengal

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) had announced the scheme in 2018-19 Budget.

17 Feb 2019 4:57 PM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday led a candlelight march to protest the Pulwama attack. (Photo:PTI)

Country stands by its Jawans: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

TMC chief Mamata Banerjee said terrorists 'have no religion or caste'.

17 Feb 2019 12:25 PM

Eastern Army Commander Lieutenant General Manoj Mukund Naravane (centre) and all other ranks attends the investiture ceremony on Saturday wearing black armbands in memory of the CRPF jawans martyred in the Pulwama terror attack at Awantipura in Pulwama Fort William, Kolkata, on Saturday. (Photo: Abhijit Mukherjee)

Armymen receive gallantry awards with black armbands

According to sources, an order for ‘no fanfare’ was issued for the event to make it a low-key affair.

17 Feb 2019 8:19 AM

CRPF personnel along with Union minister Babul Supriyo carry the remains of the martyred CRPF jawans Bablu Santra and Sudip Biswas at NSCBI Airport. (Photo: Abhijit Mukherjee)

Pulwama terror attack: Floral, sombre tribute to slain jawans

Like Rajnath, Union minister Babul Supriyo lends shoulder to one of coffins.

17 Feb 2019 8:12 AM

The Metro store is the first thematic store keeping alive the nostalgia of cinema associated with the theatre that was opened by the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studios in 1935. (Photo: twitter)

Central to cross Rs 3000cr topline in FY'19

Central, possibly the only fashion retail chain yet to log on to the e-commerce bandwagon, said it will remain offline.

16 Feb 2019 5:17 PM

The party has already sent a letter to the city police seeking permission for the dharna at the Metro Channel. (File Photo)

BJP seeks permission for sit-in at Mamata Banerjee's protest site

The Metro Channel is the same spot where Ms Banerjee had held a 26-day fast against the acquisition of farm land at Singur in 2006.

11 Feb 2019 12:16 PM

Bilateral trade between Britain and India stands at USD 25 billion.

India, UK trade not to be affected by Brexit: Simon

The bilateral trade between Britain and India was growing at 17 per cent per annum.

11 Feb 2019 12:04 PM

Keshav Prasad Maurya (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

Modi’s leadership unmatched, he’ll be BJP’s PM face: Maurya

Maurya, however, asserted that the BJP will improve upon its performance in the 2014 polls and cross the 300-seat mark.

11 Feb 2019 6:17 AM

BJP leader Mukul Roy addresses a media conference at his office in Kolkata. (Photo: PTI)

TMC infighting killed MLA Biswas, says Mukul Roy

Roy made it clear that he was ready to face any “impartial” investigation.

11 Feb 2019 6:14 AM

BJP leader Mukul Roy booked for TMC MLA killing

The duo was seen fleeing by local residents from the venue on Majidpur Phulbari football ground after shooting Biswas from behind.

11 Feb 2019 4:12 AM

'In 2014, we had won 282 seats. But in 2019, the BJP alone will cross 300 seats. With our NDA partners we will cross the 400 mark under the leadership of Modi,' says KP Maurya. (Photo: ANI)

'Narendra Modi's leadership qualities 'unmatched', he will be BJP's PM candidate'

'People only trust Modiji. He is the founder of a new era,' says Uttar Pradesh Dy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya

10 Feb 2019 12:28 PM

He is also accused of having connections with Islamic scholars like Maulana Yousuf, Ibrahim, Talha, Ezaz, and others. (Photo: ANI)

JMB terrorist arrested in Kolkata

Manirul Islam (42) was nabbed on Friday from APC Road, near Kaizar Street, Sealdah Station.

10 Feb 2019 11:49 AM

Trinamul MLA shot dead at a puja event

For the first time, a legislator from Trinamul Congress killed during Mamata’s rule.

10 Feb 2019 6:35 AM

Kolkata police commissioner Rajeev Kumar

Kolkata police chief grilled by CBI for 8 hours in Shillong

The former CEO of Saradha Group’s media wing was then vocal against Trinamul supremo Mamata Banerjee and Kumar in the case.

10 Feb 2019 5:39 AM

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