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Reported by Sanchita chatterjee: Outstanding DA for Government Employees to be Paid in Two Installments in March and September; Notification Issued Prior to Mamata's Announcement. Following a long-standing dispute, the West Bengal government has taken a significant step toward clearing the outstanding Dearness Allowance (DA) dues of state government employees and pensioners. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made an announcement regarding this matter on Sunday afternoon, prior to the declaration of the election schedule in the state. Notably, even before her announcement, the Finance Department had issued several notifications and memoranda on March 13, stating that the DA arrears—accrued between April 2008 and December 2019—would be cleared in a phased manner. It has been stated that this decision was taken in light of a directive issued by the Supreme Court. Following the hearings on the DA case in court, a monitoring committee was constituted to oversee the matter. According to the...

   Reported by Sanchita chatterjee: Mass Exodus in Trinamool on the Eve of Elections in Bhangar: The 'Dynamic Leader' Arabul Quits the Party—Which Path Will He Take? Arabul Islam has quit the Trinamool Congress. Political observers believe that this potential defection by Arabul could radically alter the political landscape of South 24 Parganas. Alongside Arabul Islam, intense speculation has also begun regarding the potential departure of Kaiser Ahmed—another influential leader from Bhangar—from the party. As the drums for the 2026 Assembly elections begin to beat, the politics of Bhangar have taken a dramatic turn. Severing a relationship spanning several decades with the Trinamool Congress, Bhangar leader Arabul Islam is poised to join the Indian Secular Front (ISF). According to sources, he is scheduled to visit Furfura Sharif today to hold a final meeting with the top leadership of the ISF. Political observers believe that this potential switch by Arabul could radically a...

Reported by Sanchita chatterjee Kolkata 14th March, 2026: Curtain Raiser of ODB-Zero Decibel Heralds a Renaissance in Bengali Band Culture   witnessed the curtain raiser of the maiden edition of ODB - Zero Decibel in association with 91.9 Friends FM, a first-of-its-kind multi-week live band competition hosted by One SIP Gastropub, in the presence of stalwarts from the Bengali rock fraternity including Siddhartha Ray (Sidhu), vocalist of the iconic band Cactus; Gaurab Chatterjee (Gaboo), drummer of Lakkhichara; Indrajit Dey (Indra), music composer, former keyboardist of Fossils and Suvendu Roy, Curator, ODB. The initiative marks the beginning of an ambitious platform envisioned to revive the legacy of Bengal's iconic band culture while offering emerging and corporate bands a stage to perform and be discovered. Conceptualised by Suvendu Roy and Moitryee Bhattacharjee from One Sip as more than just a competition, ODB has been designed as a vibrant cultural movement where unheard music...

  A Mahamilan fair will be held in Manmathpur to celebrate the worship of Goddess Basanti.  ReportedbySanchitachatterjee "Come, O Mind—let us journey to the Pranab Mandir in Manmathapur! Marking the glorious 131st Birth Anniversary of Swami Pranavananda Maharaj, and coinciding with the worship of Sri Sri Basanti Mata, a grand six-day 'Sri Sri Pranab Mahamilan Mela' (Great Reunion Fair) will be organized by the Manmathapur Pranab Mandir. This event is scheduled to take place from the 8th to the 13th of Chaitra, 1432 BS (March 23 to March 28, 2026 AD). A Mahamilan fair will be held in Manmathpur to celebrate the worship of Goddess Basanti. The highlight of the festivities will be the auspicious inauguration of the Puja Mandap and the Sri Sri Pranab Mahamilan Mela on Monday, March 23, 2026 (8th Chaitra, 1432 BS), at 5:00 PM. The ceremony will be marked by the lighting of 131 *Panchapradeeps* (five-wick lamps) and the opening of 131 *Annapurna Bhandars* (community food centers...

   Reported by Sanchita chatterjee Kolkata, March 2026: FASII to Celebrate Women's Day in Kolkata with National Seminar and Awards Honouring Women Achievers.  The Federation of Associations of Small Industries of India (FASII) will organize a special Women's Day Celebration in Kolkata on 15th March 2026 at 11:00 AM, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs to celebrate the achievements and empowerment of women across diverse sectors. The event will feature a National Seminar on "Women Entrepreneurs in Micro & Small Enterprises Sector Opportunities & Challenges", along with a felicitation ceremony honouring women who have excelled in different professional fields. The programme aims to highlight the growing role of women in entrepreneurship and encourage meaningful dialogue between government representatives and women entrepreneurs. Observed globally every year on International Women's Day on March 8, the occasion celebrates the r...

   Reported by Sanchita chatterjee  kolkata 13th March: During his lifetime, Shri Nirmal Kumar Jain Sethi worked tirelessly to protect Jain heritage across India. He even led delegations abroad to explore almost all archaeological sites and archaeological remains. He encouraged research among the younger generation and the Jain community to uncover evidence of destroyed Jain monuments in various parts of the country. He received various awards for his contributions to Jainism. Now, it is our duty to carry forward his work for the betterment of this religion and to share his contributions with the new generation. To commemorate his immense contribution to Jainism, we organized Jain heritage awareness programs worldwide, organizing various symposia on various aspects of Jainism on April 27th every year. We also planned an exhibition on Jain caves, temples, and sculptures with local people. These events allow us to remember the contributions of our beloved Babuji. In the yea...

   Lenovo’s latest additions—AI PCs, next-generation Legion gaming systems, and new tablets—deliver intelligent performance and immersive experiences for creators, professionals, students, and gamers. Reported by Sanchita chatterjee  kolkata, March 13, 2026 : Lenovo Showcases AI-Powered PCs, Gaming Devices, and Tablets in Kolkata Lenovo’s latest additions—AI PCs, next-generation Legion gaming systems, and new tablets—deliver intelligent performance and immersive experiences for creators, professionals, students, and gamers. Global technology powerhouse Lenovo has showcased its latest AI-powered consumer portfolio in Kolkata, featuring a new generation of intelligent PCs, immersive tablets, and next-generation gaming devices designed for modern multi-device lifestyles. This showcase highlights Lenovo’s commitment to making advanced adaptive technology more accessible to customers across Kolkata. At the heart of Lenovo’s AI-powered portfolio lies the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Editi...