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Bengal Has Rediscovered Itself

Arijit Bose

by Hardeep Singh Puri Bengal, once the undisputed industrial and commercial powerhouse of Asia, is being described as a state in the midst of a dramatic political and economic correction. The editorial traces a long arc—from colonial-era prosperity to post-independence industrial dominance, followed by decades of decline and alleged institutional decay, and finally a decisive electoral shift in 2026. There was a time when Howrah was called the “Sheffield of Asia.” The jute mills along the Hooghly River formed one of the most powerful industrial belts of the subcontinent. Kolkata—then…

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Ajay Rai Criticises PM Modi Over Economic Appeal, Alleges Government Has “Ruined the Country”

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: UP Congress President Ajay Rai on Monday strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a press conference held at the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee office in Lucknow. The press conference was attended by former Legislative Council member Vivek Bansal and UP Congress vice-chairman Manish Hindvi, among other party leaders. Questions Raised Over PM’s Appeal on Fuel and Gold Consumption Addressing the media, Ajay Rai questioned the Prime Minister’s recent appeal asking citizens to avoid purchasing gold for a year and to conserve petrol and diesel. Rai asked whether the…

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Grand ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’ Celebrated at Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Governor and CM Yogi Attend Event

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: A grand cultural and spiritual event titled ‘Somnath Sankalp Mahotsav’ was organised at Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi as part of the ongoing Somnath Swabhiman Parv celebrations, bringing together spiritual symbolism, cultural heritage and national pride. The event was attended by Anandiben Patel and Yogi Adityanath, who offered prayers at the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple and visited a special exhibition showcasing the historical and cultural significance of the Somnath movement. During the programme, attendees also watched a live broadcast from Somnath Temple in Gujarat, where ceremonies linked to the…

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Somnath: Faith, Resolve and the Eternal Flow of Civilisational Renewal

Arijit Bose

1000 Years of Somnath By Gajendra Singh Shekhawat “Na hanyate hanyamāne śarīre”The soul is never destroyed even when the body perishes.— Bhagavad Gita 2.20 Few places embody the timeless spirit of Indian civilisation as profoundly as Somnath Temple. Situated on the southern coast of Kathiawar in Gujarat and revered as the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas, Somnath has withstood centuries of invasions, destruction and political upheaval. Yet every time it was razed, it rose again. Its aarti never ceased. Its bells never fell silent. Its faith never faded. That is…

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Yogi Cabinet expanded, eight ministers took the oath

Arijit Bose

Governor Anandiben Patel administered the oath in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath 6 new ministers, including one woman, inducted into the Yogi cabinet Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary and Manoj Kumar Pandey took oath as Cabinet Ministers, while Krishna Paswan, Surendra Diler, Kailash Singh Rajput and Hansraj Vishwakarma were sworn in as Ministers of State Ajit Singh Pal and Somendra Tomar promoted, sworn in as Ministers of State (Independent Charge) Lucknow: The Yogi cabinet was expanded on Sunday. In the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Governor Anandiben Patel administered…

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Kanpur Records First Scar-Free Thyroid Surgery at Regency Health, Patient Regains Confidence

Arijit Bose

Kanpur: In a significant milestone for surgical innovation in the city, Regency Health Kanpur has successfully performed its first scar-free thyroid surgery using the advanced Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy Vestibular Approach (TOETVA). The procedure marks a breakthrough in minimally invasive surgery, offering patients effective treatment without visible neck scars. The complex surgery was performed by Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Dr. Jitin Yadav, who led the medical team in successfully treating a challenging case of thyroid cancer using this advanced technique. The patient had previously undergone a thyroid lobectomy, in which part…

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Appeasement Politics Rejected, Nation Stands with Development and Nationalism: Dr Rajeshwar Singh

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: BJP MLA Rajeshwar Singh has asserted that appeasement-driven politics is losing ground in India, claiming that voters are increasingly aligning with development, security, and nationalism. In a strongly worded statement, Singh said the changing political mood is evident in the reaction of Akhilesh Yadav, alleging that opposition leaders are unsettled as public support shifts away from “casteism, dynastic politics, appeasement, and the glorification of criminals.” Referring to political developments in West Bengal, Singh claimed that what he described as an “appeasement model” has failed, and that voters have rejected…

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Current Election Results Will Lay the Foundation for a Developed, Self-Reliant India: Ravikant Garg

Arijit Bose

 Lucknow: The assembly elections held in West Bengal, Assam, and the southern states—along with their results—will serve to advance the nation’s development and realize the resolve for a developed, self-reliant, and self-sufficient India. In this endeavor, millions of entrepreneurs, traders, and businesspeople across the country and its states will contribute with a spirit of dedication, acting as economic warriors. Ravikant Garg—National President of the Bhartiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal (Indian Industry and Trade Association), a leading organization of the country’s entrepreneurs and traders, and a former minister—expressed these views during a…

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Strategic Shift by Standard Chartered Bank Opens Big Opportunity for Federal Bank

Arijit Bose

Anil Bedag Mumbai: Federal Bank has taken a significant step to strengthen its retail banking presence by agreeing to acquire a select credit card portfolio from Standard Chartered Bank (India). The deal could bring around 450,000 credit card customers into Federal Bank’s fold, substantially expanding its card base. The acquisition is expected to enhance Federal Bank’s footprint, particularly in Tier-1 cities, where nearly 75% of the acquired portfolio is concentrated. Currently, the bank holds around 800,000 non-co-branded cards and 1.3 million co-branded cards. Post-acquisition, receivables in the non-co-branded segment are…

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Puducherry Verdict 2026: Rangasamy’s NDA Secures Second Term in High-Stakes Triangular Contest

Arijit Bose

Puducherry | The 2026 Assembly election in the Union Territory of Puducherry delivered a decisive mandate in favour of continuity, with the ruling alliance led by N. Rangasamy returning to power for a second consecutive term. The counting of votes, which began at 8:00 am on May 4 across six designated centres, confirmed that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), anchored by the All India NR Congress (AINRC) and supported by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), had successfully retained control of the 30-member Assembly. The result came after a high-voltage campaign and…

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