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Key Highlights:- NABARD’s role in strengthening rural development  NABARD unveiled its state-of-the-art Experience Centre at its Head Office in Mumbai Sanjay Lohiya, Secretary, Department of Financial Services, inaugurated the Experience Centre The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) unveiled its state-of-the-art Experience Centre at its Head Office in Mumbai. Sanjay Lohiya, Secretary, Department of Financial Services, Government of India, inaugurated the Experience Centre, which brings together NABARD's journey, achievements and impact on rural India through an immersive and technology-enabled experience. The Centre was inaugurated in the presence of Dr Shaji Krishnan V., Chairman, NABARD, Shri Goverdhan S. Rawat, Dr Ajay K. Sood and Shri Rakesh Kashyap, Deputy Managing Directors, NABARD, Smt. Shwetha Rao B., Director, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India; and senior officials of NABARD. The Experience Centre takes...

Durga Puja, one of the most significant festivals in west Bengal, is already radiating celebratory energy. In recognition of the artists and individuals who contribute to this festival, Manipal Hospitals Kolkata has organized an event titled 'Pujor Rupokar 2.0'. This initiatives showcases artisans from Kumartuli, light artisans from Chandannagar, Dhakis, and representatives from pandal associations, acknowledging their essential role in preserving Bengal's cultural heritage.  Further, each honoree received a commemorative memento and a ceremonial shawl from the doctors. Among those recognized were Mr. Samar Mitra, Secrertary, and Mr. Debasish Bhattacharjee, working President of Kumartuli Sarbojonin; Mr. Babu Paul, Mrit Shilpi and Assistant Secretary of Kumartuli Mrit Shilpi Sanskriti Samity; national award-winning mrit shilpis Ms. Mala Paul and Ms. Jhulan Paul; Probin Mrit Shilpi Mr. Nemai Paul, and Asian Paints award-winning sculptors Mr. Nabo Paul, Mr. Soumen Paul, and  M...

BJP chief Spokesperson Debjit Sarkar (Left), BJP West Bengal President Samik Bhattacharya, and Veteran BJP leader Locket Chatterjee  The BJP press conference regularly reveal surprising decisions, and recently, one such conference was conducted to announce a significant initiative known as 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan." Shamik Bhattarcharya  held a crucial press conference where he announced that to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tenure in top  level administration, the Bharatiya Janata Party will conduct a month long "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan" nationwide from 17 September to 17 October.  Important Points from  " Seva Sankalp Abhiyan"   The programme will be conducted extensively from the booth to the district level. On 7 October, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will complete 25 years in the highest levels of administration since assuming office as the Chief Minister of Gujarat.  The 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' is being conducte...

Teachers play a crucial role in children's lives and in society. A school has always been considered a second home for the children. Teachers are so resilient that they do not teach a book chapter only but teach you life lessons also. For a teacher, all students are always equal. In every schools, colleges or universities every students mark this special day with Cultural performances, games, and gifts.  An event has been observed in Liluah, inspired by the lives of teachers. The event celebrates the grand success of GURU VANDANA 2026 and also 100 Eminent Teachers Felicitated by the Rotary Club of Kolkata Galaxy & Swarnym Foundation.  The Grand Felicitation ceremony For Teachers' Day titled " Guru VANDANA 2026- Honoring the Guiding Lights of Our Society," was suceessfully held ar Agrasain Bhawan, Liluah, Howrah. This event was organized by the Rotary Club of Kolkata galaxy in collavoration with other Rotary Clubs from R.I District 3291, c0-hosted by Swarnym Foun...

The word "cancer" may have changes the person's life completely. However, the patient diagnosed with this condition often experiences the anguish of survival. Recently, the PIB reported that the Indian council of Medical Research (ICMR) estimated that the number of cases in India exceeded 1.4 million in 2023. Though, in support of this ethos, the Manipal Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Warrior Sports Summit--Zindagi Zindabad, uniting cancer warriors in a celebrations of movement, fellowship, self-assurance, and the victory of the human spirit.  Important Points To be Noted:  A series of engaging games and activities including carrom, chess, ring toss, brain teasers, jumbled words, antakshari, music and masti, the event highlighted the importance of staying active, mentally engaged and socially connected through the cancer journey.  The event brought together senior specialists from Manipal Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre, including Dr. Sourav Datta, Director Manip...

A surprise search by the Food Safety Department at Abhishek Sweets, a laddu factory on Netaji Subhash Path Road in Ward No. 8 of Titagarh, failed miserably. Key points:-  Food Safety Department, the Enforcement Department, the Titagarh Police Station, and the Titagarh Municipality conducted a joint search.  The search revealed the factory, spanning approximately 1,100 square feet, was in a very poor condition. In this semi-dark factory, laddus were made in extremely unsanitary conditions and left unattended.  The color used in the laddus was highly toxic.  When Food Safety Department officials tried to investigate the dangerous color being used in the laddus, they were stunned.  The Food Safety Department has expressed concern that the chemical color obtained in the laddus is very harmful for the body. the Food Safety Department confiscated about ten thousand laddus from the Abhishek Swiss Laddoo factory, declaring them dangerous.  according to sources from...

T he Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and West Bengal Election Watch have conducted an analysis of all 294 election expenditure statements submitted following the West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 for the newly elected MLAs. As per the ADR the expenditure cap for MLAs during these elections was set at Rs. 40 Lakhs. These election expanse reports encompass details regarding expenditure on Public meeting and processions, campaigning via electronic and print media, costs associated with campaign workers, expenses for vehicles utilized, expenditure on virtual campaigning, costs for publishing declarations concerning criminal cases, and expenses related to campaign materials.  Crucial Facts:- In the West Bengal assembly elections of 2026,  The expenditure cap for candidates was set at Rs 40 Lakhs. Among the 294 MLAs examined, 43 (15%) have reported election expenses that are below 50% of the allowable limit in their respective constituencies.  As per the election expe...