Lightning kills 12 in West Bengal, many of them were picking mangoes
Thursday, 16 May 2024 Twelve persons, including Monojit Mondal, Samar Mridha, Chandan Sahani, Asit Saha, Atul Mandal, Sabidul Sk, Priyanka Singha, Nyan Roy, Sumitra Mandal, Suitara Biwi, Pankaj Mandal, and a Budhia woman, were killed and five wounded by lightning during a thunderstorm in Malda and Murshidabad, West Bengal. Disaster management personnel were deployed to rescue the wounded victims.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's offer to shelter "helpless people" from Bangladesh sparked diplomatic tension. Bangladesh's government sent a note to India, with Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud expressing concern over potential misunderstanding. The statement came amid violent protests in Bangladesh against civil service quotas. West Bengal's Governor criticized Banerjee, emphasizing that foreign affairs are the central government's domain.
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Bangladesh is in turmoil as violent protests over job quotas escalate, leading to a nationwide curfew and army deployment. Over 4,500 Indian nationals, along with nearly 540 citizens from Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives, have been safely evacuated. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka is working tirelessly to ensure the safety of all Indian citizens. Meanwhile, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has offered shelter to distressed Bangladeshis. In a significant development, the Bangladesh Supreme Court has overturned a high court order on job quotas, further fueling the unrest. Tune in for detailed updates and expert analysis.
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Responding to the ongoing violence in Bangladesh, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday suggested that she would keep the doors of her state open.. DNA
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced on Sunday that the Trinamool Congress-led state government would provide shelter to people fleeing violence in Bangladesh if they seek refuge in Bengal. Speaking at a mega 'Martyrs' Day' rally in Kolkata, Banerjee emphasized the humanitarian duty to aid those in need, referencing the United Nations' resolution on refugee protection. "I cannot speak anything about Bangladesh as it is another country. The Indian government will speak about that. But if helpless people (from Bangladesh) knock on Bengal's door, we will give them shelter. There is a resolution of the UN. Neighbours will respect refugees," Banerjee declared amid heavy rain.
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his condolences for the tragic collision involving the Kanchenjunga Express and a goods train near Rangapani station in West Bengal. Describing the incident as "extremely unfortunate," Sarma extended his sympathy to the families of the deceased and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured. A special train has left the accident site for Sealdah, according to the Railway PRO, who noted that most of the passengers are from Malda and Bolpur. The collision has resulted in at least 15 fatalities and around 60 injuries. The Assam government is closely monitoring the situation and has committed to providing all necessary assistance as required.
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As the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections unfolds, attention is now focused on West Bengal, where the BJP surprised many by winning 18 seats from the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in the previous..