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The Green Yellow Taxi symbolises the successful convergence of heritage, innovation and sustainability—demonstrating how India's existing vehicle fleet can be transformed to meet the demands of a cleaner and greener future. Kolkata, May 29, 2026 : Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), in collaboration with Jadavpur University, today unveiled a prototype of the iconic Kolkata Yellow Taxi retrofitted into a fully electric vehicle (EV), marking a significant milestone in India's journey towards sustainable and affordable mobility. The prototype has been developed under DVC’s Research & Development project titled “Digital Twin Development to Study the Feasibility of Retrofitted E-Mobility and Technological Requirements for its Sustainability.” The project seeks to address one of the key challenges in the transition to electric mobility—the premature scrapping of existing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles—by exploring a cost-effective and sustainable retrofitting solution. T...

Grandmaster Dibyendu Barua as Chess Coach & Jose Barreto, Alvito D’Cunha, and Mehtab Hossain guiding our young footballers,   Reported by SANCHITA CHATTERJEE: Kolkata, 29th May, 2026: N arayana Group of Schools, West Bengal, one of India’s most distinguished educational institutions, today announced the appointment of an elite coaching panel that brings together celebrated names from Indian football and chess under one roof. The panel comprises three legendary footballers Jose Barreto, Alvito D’Cunha, and Mehtab Hossain as Football Coaches, and Grandmaster Dibyendu Barua as Chess Coach, marking a defining moment in the institution’s pursuit of all-round excellence for its students. Speaking about this announcement, Ms. Priyanka Mukherjee, CEO, Narayana Group of Schools, West Bengal, said “At Narayana Group of Schools, West Bengal, we believe that true education goes far beyond the four walls of a classroom. Having luminaries like Jose Barreto, Alvito D’Cunha, and Mehtab H...

From Nabanna **West Bengal Ready for 2027** **Chief Minister Cites Census as a Constitutional Duty; Self-Enumeration Set to Begin on August 1** Kolkata, May 29, 2026  The West Bengal government has initiated preparations for 'Census 2027,' an exercise that will be conducted with a strong emphasis on digital technology, citizen participation, and data accuracy. Addressing a press conference in Kolkata, the Chief Minister noted that the census is a constitutional obligation and a mandatory national exercise, crucial for data-driven policy formulation and planning. From Nabanna The Chief Minister informed that, during a Cabinet meeting held on May 11, 2026, the State Government approved the necessary measures for conducting the census. This exercise holds particular significance for the state of West Bengal, given its international border spanning over 600 kilometers—a factor that renders accurate demographic data indispensable for effective governance and oversight. The reference...

  Eid  Mubarak 2026      Since the formation of the new government in West Bengal, political and social practices have started focusing on several administrative decisions. In that atmosphere, an important notification was issued by the state government. The notification clearly stated that from now on, Eid prayers will not be held on Red Road in Kolkata. The administration's argument is that due to prayers on Red Road, traffic has to be stopped for a long time, which increases the suffering of the common people and has a huge impact on the city's traffic system. According to the decision of the state government, this time the Brigade Parade Ground has been designated for Eid-ul-Zohar prayers. The administration had earlier informed that the prayers will be organized there by maintaining a peaceful environment and giving utmost importance to security. This morning, the holy prayers of Eid-ul-Zohar were held at Brigade Parade Ground. Since dawn, people of the Mus...

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Key Highlight: One Scan Can Save Annapurna Yojana, West Bengal Scheme, 2026, Women Scheme, 3000 Monthly, Mamata Banerjee, Lakshmir Bhandar, Govt Yojana, Apply Online, WB Govt page no.1 PAGE NO-2 PAGE NO 3 PAGE NO-4 PAGE NO- 5 PAGE NO- 6 PAGE NO-7 PAGENO-8 PAGENO-9 PAGE NO-10 PAGE NO 11 PAGR NO-12 The West Bengal government has launched a new scheme to make women in the state financially self-reliant. The name of the scheme is "Annapurna Yojana". This notification was issued on 19 May 2026 on the instructions of the Governor. The main objective of this scheme is to provide specific financial assistance every month to all eligible women residents of the state.  How much money will be available?  Under Annapurna Yojana, every eligible woman will get Rs 3,000 every month. This money will be sent directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT or Direct Benefit Transfer. This system will be effective from 1 June 2026. That is, the money will start flowing...

  A New Direction for Water Management in Rural India“Empowering Communities through Participatory Water Budgeting” Improving water management systems in rural India is becoming increasingly critical. Rising water demand, unequal distribution, and climatic uncertainties have further underscored this necessity. The efficient utilization of every drop of water can play a pivotal role in ensuring India's water security, climate resilience, and the construction of a sustainable future. Through water budgeting, it becomes possible to assess water availability and demand at the local level. This, in turn, facilitates informed decision-making regarding agriculture, domestic needs, and livestock management. Initiatives such as the Atal Bhujal Yojana, the National Water Mission, and various projects in Rajasthan and Maharashtra have effectively demonstrated the efficacy of participatory approaches. Technological tools—such as the ‘Varuni’ web application—are further strengthening this proce...

ICAR-CIFRI launches unique boat-based awareness campaign on sustainable use of fertilizers in West Bengal Kolkata, May 27, 2026 ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) has launched a unique awareness campaign to promote sustainable fisheries and environmental conservation. Under the “Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav” programme, it organized a unique awareness campaign on sustainable use of fertilizers for fish farmers in Balagarh block of Hooghly district. The awareness campaign was organized on a boat to directly interact with the fishing community in their working environment. The main theme was “Encouraging soil health management and sustainable use of fertilizers for sustainable fisheries.”  The programme highlighted the important relationship between soil health, nutrient management, water quality and sustainable inland fisheries. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Pradeep Dey, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, warned about the harmful effects of indiscriminate and uneven use of fer...

CAA, Border Security Tightens Further: What is the BSF’s ‘Durga Drone Squadron’? Discover India’s New Border Technology  ReportedbySanchita chatterjee:   The implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), the Border Security Force (BSF) has manifold increased surveillance along the India-Bangladesh and India-Pakistan borders. To curb infiltration as well as the smuggling of weapons and narcotics, the BSF has now deployed state-of-the-art drones, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and specially trained ‘drone squadrons’ in the field. For those attempting to illegally enter India by breaching the barbed-wire fences, crossing the border has now become nearly impossible. The Nation’s First ‘Dedicated Drone Squadron’ To combat infiltration and smuggling, the BSF has established its own dedicated ‘Drone Squadron.’ The primary objective of this unit is to patrol the border airspace 24 hours a day, around the clock. Specifically, in the darkness of night or amidst dense fog, t...

  Barbed Wire Fencing at the Border: Handover of 27 km of Land to BSF Begins; 45-Day Target Set for Completion Reported by Sanchita chatterjee: The West Bengal government has taken a major step to bolster security along the India-Bangladesh international border. The process of handing over land to the Border Security Force (BSF) has commenced to facilitate the rapid construction of fencing in the state's unfenced border sectors. This information has been confirmed by administrative sources. **How ​​much of the border remains unfenced?** The total length of the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal spans approximately 2,200 kilometers. Of this, a stretch of about 600 kilometers currently lacks barbed wire fencing. Due to geographical factors—specifically the presence of rivers, dense forests, and riverine islands (chars)—erecting fences in these areas poses significant challenges. Consequently, the risk of infiltration through these sectors persists. To address this issue, both the...

CM Suvendu Adhikari.  Reported by Sanchita chatterjee : What is the CAA? The CAA, or Citizenship Amendment Act, is a law passed by the Parliament of India in 2019. The primary objective of this Act is to simplify the process of granting Indian citizenship to individuals belonging to six specific religious minority communities who have arrived from three neighboring countries: Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. Which six communities are covered under this Act? According to this Act, individuals belonging to the Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi, and Christian communities are eligible for benefits. This Act applies to individuals who entered India on or before December 31, 2014. What are the key conditions for applying? Country: The applicant must be a citizen of Pakistan, Bangladesh, or Afghanistan. Religion: The applicant must belong to one of the six religious communities mentioned above. Date of Entry into India: The applicant must have entered India on or before December 31...

Kolkata Municipal Corporation’s Notice and MP Abhishek Banerjee’s Reaction The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has issued a notice to the residence of Abhishek Banerjee—the All India General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress and Member of Parliament for Diamond Harbour. According to media reports, the notice directs that the "unauthorized portions" of the properties located at 188A Harish Mukherjee Road and 121 Kalighat Road be demolished within seven days. According to the Corporation, certain sections of the properties in question were constructed in deviation from the approved building plans. The notice explicitly states that if the property owner fails to take the initiative to demolish the unauthorized structures within the stipulated seven-day timeframe, the Corporation will proceed to demolish those sections using its own resources. Such notices are typically issued by the Building Department under the relevant sections of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Act, 1...

         Oil crunch.    worldwide, fuel supply normal in Bengal: No need to panic buy, says IndianOil Kolkata, May 19, 2026 - Despite uncertainty over crude oil in the global market, there is no shortage of petrol, diesel and cooking gas supply in West Bengal. On Tuesday, IndianOil authorities made it clear through the Press Information Bureau that fuel supply across the state is completely normal and without restrictions. What oil companies are saying IndianOil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum — these three state-owned companies have jointly said that there is sufficient stock of petrol, diesel and LPG cylinders. Starting from terminals, depots, bottling plants to every petrol pump, fuel is reaching on time. There is no rationing or limit. The notification said, "Supply is being maintained without any restrictions in compliance with the prescribed safety and operational rules."  That is, there is no obstacle to filling a full tank of oil...

KMC Act Section 400(1) requires illegal construction to be demolished within 7 days: Notices issued to 17 addresses including Abhishek Banerjee's house The KMC has initiated strict action against several illegal constructions in the city by implementing Section 400(1) of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Act, 1980. Under this section, the owner has to demolish the illegal part on his own initiative within 7 days of receiving the notice. If the work is not done within the stipulated time, the municipality itself demolishes it and recovers the cost from the owner. What does Section 400(1) say? Section 400(1) of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Act is mainly used in the case of off-plan construction or completely illegal construction. If the owner of a house goes beyond the approved design and builds additional parts, or builds without the permission of the municipality, a notice is issued under this section. The notice clearly mentions which part is illegal and within how many days ...

  Shahjahan Arrest to Jail: Sandeshkhali Case Full Timeline 2026 Shahjahan Arrest to Jail: Sandeshkhali Case Full Timeline 2026  Sanchita chatterjee:  The name of Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas became known to the whole country in February 2024. And behind this recognition, there is only one name - Sheikh Shahjahan. From a once powerful Trinamool leader to the main accused in the attack by a central agency, serious allegations like rape and land grabbing - the controversy has not left his trail. Shahjahan's rise in Trinamool Sheikh Shahjahan was the Trinamool Congress president of Sandeshkhali Block No. 1. He had not only party posts, but also administrative power in his hands. He was the superintendent of the Fisheries and Livestock Department of North 24 Parganas Zilla Parishad. There is a huge business of fish farming and shrimp farming in river-bound areas like Sandeshkhali. Due to this business, his influence and prestige in the area increased. A section of the lo...