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Bengal Political Killings: Zero In Records, Different Story On Ground
Data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) shows that West Bengal reported 47 political murders from 2014 to 2021. However, since 2022, NCRB data shows zero political killings in the state
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From Air Force Veteran To Suvendu Adhikari's Aide: Who Was Chandranath Rath?
Chandranath Rath, the close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari who was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, had travelled an unusual path — from serving in the Indian Air Force to becoming one of the opposition leader's most truste
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"Cold-Blooded Murder": Suvendu Adhikari On His Aide's Killing
In a shocking development within 48 hours of the assembly poll verdict, Rath, Adhikari's executive assistant, was shot dead in a brazen attack at Madhyamgram on Wednesday night, triggering sharp political reactions and escalating tension in the area.
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Top Court Rejects Plea For Central Forces In Bengal, Cites Executive's Role
Observing that the court cannot run a state, the bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymala Bagchi said that the decision is best left for the political executive.
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In Numbers: With Zero Deaths, Bengal Election Most Peaceful In 2 Decades
The 2026 Assembly elections have delivered an unprecedented shift: zero reported murders and no serious injuries, marking a significant break from this violent past.
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Analysis | Falta No Outlier: Bengal's Long, Troubled Romance With Political Violence
In Bengal, for the most part even today, 'politics' is not seen as an amphitheatre of anyone genteel.
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"Violence Will Never Succeed": King Charles On Trump Assassination Bid
Britain's King Charles III condemned political violence as he delivered a rare address to the US Congress on Tuesday, days after an alleged attempt on the life of President Donald Trump at a nearby event.
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"Will Return For Oath-Taking Ceremony": PM Modi Predicts BJP's Win In Bengal Polls
PM Modi expresses confidence BJP will form West Bengal government after assembly polls.
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'Mood In India Similar': Congress MLA's Shocker On Trump Event Shooting
The shooter, Cole Tomas Allen, 31, had arrived at the Washington Hilton carrying three weapons, namely two handguns and a shotgun
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'Failed State' vs 'Pak Conspiracy': Noida Workers' Protest Trigger Political Row
The Noida protests offer the opposition an opportunity to test the ruling BJP's dominance running up to next year's Uttar Pradesh Assembly election, and Samajwadi Party boss Akhilesh Yadav and the Congress have acted.
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Inside The Jhiram Valley Massacre: Survivor Stories From 2013 Attack
Survivors recount the 2013 Jhiram Valley massacre and its lasting political impact.
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History Of Bodoland Movement And Key Peace Agreements In Assam
Tensions heightened in 1960, when Assamese was made the only official language of the state.
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What Happened To Pahlavis After 1979 Exodus? Spotlight On Exiled Crown Prince
The US and Israel's latest war on Tehran and the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei brought attention to Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last Shah of Iran.
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Missiles Over Dubai Raise One Question: Is Burj Khalifa Insured?
The core insurance program was arranged by Oman Insurance for Emaar as a construction all risk and property policy, with Munich Re as lead reinsure.
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For 1st Time Since 1929, More Americans Left US Than New Residents Moved In
For the first time since the Great Depression, more Americans left the country than new residents moved in last year. The US, long known as the land of immigration, is seeing the opposite in its 250th year.
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Bengal Political Killings: Zero In Records, Different Story On Ground
Data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) shows that West Bengal reported 47 political murders from 2014 to 2021. However, since 2022, NCRB data shows zero political killings in the state
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From Air Force Veteran To Suvendu Adhikari's Aide: Who Was Chandranath Rath?
Chandranath Rath, the close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari who was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, had travelled an unusual path — from serving in the Indian Air Force to becoming one of the opposition leader's most truste
-
"Cold-Blooded Murder": Suvendu Adhikari On His Aide's Killing
In a shocking development within 48 hours of the assembly poll verdict, Rath, Adhikari's executive assistant, was shot dead in a brazen attack at Madhyamgram on Wednesday night, triggering sharp political reactions and escalating tension in the area.
-
Top Court Rejects Plea For Central Forces In Bengal, Cites Executive's Role
Observing that the court cannot run a state, the bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymala Bagchi said that the decision is best left for the political executive.
-
In Numbers: With Zero Deaths, Bengal Election Most Peaceful In 2 Decades
The 2026 Assembly elections have delivered an unprecedented shift: zero reported murders and no serious injuries, marking a significant break from this violent past.
-
Analysis | Falta No Outlier: Bengal's Long, Troubled Romance With Political Violence
In Bengal, for the most part even today, 'politics' is not seen as an amphitheatre of anyone genteel.
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"Violence Will Never Succeed": King Charles On Trump Assassination Bid
Britain's King Charles III condemned political violence as he delivered a rare address to the US Congress on Tuesday, days after an alleged attempt on the life of President Donald Trump at a nearby event.
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"Will Return For Oath-Taking Ceremony": PM Modi Predicts BJP's Win In Bengal Polls
PM Modi expresses confidence BJP will form West Bengal government after assembly polls.
-
'Mood In India Similar': Congress MLA's Shocker On Trump Event Shooting
The shooter, Cole Tomas Allen, 31, had arrived at the Washington Hilton carrying three weapons, namely two handguns and a shotgun
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'Failed State' vs 'Pak Conspiracy': Noida Workers' Protest Trigger Political Row
The Noida protests offer the opposition an opportunity to test the ruling BJP's dominance running up to next year's Uttar Pradesh Assembly election, and Samajwadi Party boss Akhilesh Yadav and the Congress have acted.
-
Inside The Jhiram Valley Massacre: Survivor Stories From 2013 Attack
Survivors recount the 2013 Jhiram Valley massacre and its lasting political impact.
-
History Of Bodoland Movement And Key Peace Agreements In Assam
Tensions heightened in 1960, when Assamese was made the only official language of the state.
-
What Happened To Pahlavis After 1979 Exodus? Spotlight On Exiled Crown Prince
The US and Israel's latest war on Tehran and the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei brought attention to Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last Shah of Iran.
-
Missiles Over Dubai Raise One Question: Is Burj Khalifa Insured?
The core insurance program was arranged by Oman Insurance for Emaar as a construction all risk and property policy, with Munich Re as lead reinsure.
-
For 1st Time Since 1929, More Americans Left US Than New Residents Moved In
For the first time since the Great Depression, more Americans left the country than new residents moved in last year. The US, long known as the land of immigration, is seeing the opposite in its 250th year.
