Mamta Banerjee

CPI-M refuses Bengal Govt's 'gun salute' offer for Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee

The CPI-M party has declined West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's offer of a gun salute for former Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, citing his simple lifestyle and refusal of state facilities after leaving office. The party and his family wish to respect his unassuming nature in his final journey. Aug 9, 2024
Ready to work with interim govt in Bangladesh, says China

Ready to work with interim govt in Bangladesh, says China

Citing that friendship between China and Bangladesh runs "long and deep", Beijing said on Friday that it "stands ready" to work with the newly formed interim government in Bangladesh to promote bilateral relations between the two countries. Aug 9, 2024
JD(U) supports Waqf Bill, says it is not 'anti-Muslim'

JD(U) supports Waqf Bill, says it is not 'anti-Muslim'

The JD(U) on Thursday backed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 in the Lok Sabha, saying it was aimed at bringing transparency in the functioning of the Waqf Board and asserted that the Bill was not anti-Muslim. Aug 8, 2024
HM Shah urged not to give shelter to any Bangladeshi national in Northeast

HM Shah urged not to give shelter to any Bangladeshi national in Northeast

The influential North East Students' Organisation (NESO) -- an apex body of eight students' bodies representing seven NE states -- on Thursday urged Home Minister Amit Shah to not provide shelter to any individual from the trouble-torn neighbouring nation of Bangladesh in India's northeastern region. Aug 8, 2024
India's forex reserves at historic high of $675 billion: RBI chief

India's Forex Reserves Soar to Historic $675 Billion

India's foreign exchange reserves have reached a record high of $675 billion, showcasing the country's external sector resilience. Key indicators like current account deficit, services exports, and remittances have improved. Despite global economic challenges, India's economy remains strong Aug 8, 2024