West Bengal

Highlighting the state police's evasive behavior, the Calcutta High Court observed that the accused holds significant political influence. The court ordered the transfer of the investigation to the CBI by 4:15 p.m. on the specified day, and the accused was instructed to be placed under their custody.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met the women survivors of sexual assault in Sandeshkhali village of West Bengal.They narrated his ordeal and PM Modi patiently listened to him like a father figure, sources added.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a speech in West Bengal, emphasized that all citizens of India are his family, amidst criticism directed at him by Lalu Prasad during a rally in Patna. Modi recounted his early struggles and commitment to serving the people, using the opportunity to criticize "dynastic parties".

Despite the Calcutta High Court's directive to the criminal investigation department (CID) to transfer Shahjahan's custody, the state government has resisted compliance, citing an approach to the Supreme Court for a ruling before releasing him.

A team of CBI sleuths reached Bhabani Bhawan, which is the West Bengal Police Headquarter, to take custody of Shahjahan in connection with the attack on Enforcement Directorate officers in Sandeshkhali on January 5.

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, during a review of poll preparedness in West Bengal, announced innovative measures. Some polling stations will be exclusively run by women, showcasing gender inclusivity, and similarly, others will be staffed entirely by persons with disabilities, setting an example for societal equality.

Pawan Singh, a prominent Bhojpuri singer and the Bharatiya Janata Party's chosen candidate for Asansol, West Bengal, has announced his decision to withdraw from contesting in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections

Drawing attention to the distressing events in Sandeshkhali, where women leveled accusations of sexual abuse against TMC leaders, PM Modi criticized the state government for allegedly siding with the accused instead of supporting the "distressed mothers and sisters" in the region.

A recent opinion poll conducted by India TV-CNX sheds light on the evolving political landscape in West Bengal. The survey suggests a close contest, with the TMC poised to capture 21 out of 42 Lok Sabha seats, closely followed by the BJP with 20 seats.

Speaking on the issue for the first time since January 5, PM Modi criticized TMC, asserting that the entire country is angered by the treatment meted out to the women in Sandeshkhali.