SYAMA PRASAD MOOKERJEE
West Bengal investment policy puts jobs first, offers up to 120% assistance to industries
West Bengal has launched a new investment promotion policy aimed at encouraging industrial growth and job creation. The policy includes substantial incentives for businesses, especially those focused on employing women and transgender workers. It offers streamlined processes for approvals and payments, enhancing efficiency for investors. Priority areas will receive higher assistance levels and a framework for regular review every three years.
Bengal govt to include Syama Prasad Mookerjee in school curriculum, drop Singur chapter
West Bengal's government plans to introduce lessons on Syama Prasad Mookerjee in the school curriculum. The chapter discussing the Singur anti-land acquisition movement will be removed from Class 8 textbooks. Information and Communication Technology will also be added as a subject for students in Classes 5 to 8. The government is currently considering rescheduling upcoming Madhyamik and Higher Secondary examinations to avoid conflicts.
Amit Shah kicks off UP BJP's state working committee meeting ahead of polls
Amit Shah started the State Working Committee meeting for the BJP in Uttar Pradesh as elections approach. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Pankaj Chaudhary, the state BJP president. Key leaders, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, were present at the event in Lucknow. Shah paid tributes to significant BJP figures during the meeting's proceedings. This gathering aims to strategize for the upcoming electoral contest in the state.
From Ram temple to Vande Mataram, Kolkata Durga Pujas draw on heritage, nationalism for inspiration
Kolkata's Durga Puja celebrations this year feature themes inspired by India's civilisational heritage, nationalism and cultural identity, from a replica of the Ram temple at Mohammed Ali Park to a Vande Mataram installation marking 150 years of the national song. Other pandals celebrate rural Bengal's traditions and showcase a towering Bharat Mata statue.
Jantar Mantar to Azad Maidan, India’s protest map is steeped in history
Many urban centers in India have designated protest sites that reflect their historical significance and role during the freedom struggle. Notable examples include Azad Maidan in Mumbai and Gandhi Maidan in Patna, both with rich protest histories. Jantar Mantar in New Delhi has been a prominent protest site before recent changes in its status. The article highlights various cities and their notable protest locations that recall their pasts.
Delhi's new protest site Ramlila Maidan has just 3 booking days left this year; cost tops Rs 1 lakh
Ramlila Maidan, one of three venues designated for protests in Delhi after Jantar Mantar was de-notified, has no available booking dates until December 29, except for December 30 and 31. Officials say a one-day booking requires an initial payment of about Rs 1.21 lakh, while traders and transport operators warn that demonstrations could worsen congestion around commercial markets, railway stations and major roads.
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33 hours to 12, 14 to 6 & 8 to 30 minutes: How Vande Bharat trains, expressways, bridges & new-age infrastructure are shrinking travel times
India travel time reduction: India’s expanding network of bridges, tunnels, expressways and faster trains is significantly cutting travel times across major routes. From the Delhi-Mumbai journey targeted to fall from 33 hours to 12 and the Delhi-Katra trip from 14 hours to six, to the Kosi Rail Mahasetu cutting an eight-hour journey to 30 minutes, infrastructure projects are reshaping connectivity. Vande Bharat services and planned high-speed rail corridors are expected to bring further reductions in journey times.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee's contributions in Bengal curriculum from 2027
West Bengal's education department will incorporate Syama Prasad Mookerjee's contributions into the curriculum. This inclusion will span from school to university levels, beginning next academic year. A special committee is planning programs for Mookerjee's 125th birth anniversary celebrations. A 125-foot statue and a museum will be established at Eco Park. Mookerjee's ancestral home renovation is also underway.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee's life and work to be part of school syllabus in Bengal: Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari proposed including Syama Prasad Mookerjee's life in school textbooks. He also suggested excluding the Singur Nano factory acquisition story from the syllabus. Adhikari will convey his wishes to the state's school education minister. Textbooks should feature Mookerjee's contributions to West Bengal and India. A committee has been formed to preserve Mookerjee's memories and celebrations.
CAA rollout to be fast-tracked, says Amit Shah in Kolkata
Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, emphasized the urgency of granting citizenship under the CAA while also vowing to eliminate infiltrators. During a ceremony in Kolkata, he laid the groundwork for a towering 125-foot statue of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, praising West Bengal's CM Suvendu Adhikari for his swift progress on commitments.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee to become part of Bengal school syllabus from next academic year, says CM Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee's contributions to nation-building and West Bengal's inclusion in India will be incorporated into the school and university syllabus from the next academic year. He highlighted Mookerjee's role in undivided India and his efforts in education. The Chief Minister also pledged modernization for Mitra Institution School and announced a 125-foot statue in his honor.
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed today (Monday, July 6, 2026) in your state?
Bank holiday today: Banks will remain closed in select states on July 6, due to regional observances, while they will function as usual in the rest of the country. Here's a look at where banks are closed today and the reason behind the holidays.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee ensured West Bengal remained with India during Partition: HM Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee's role in keeping West Bengal with India and his fight for 'One Nation, One Constitution'. Shah highlighted Mookerjee's stance against Article 370, emphasizing India's unity. He also detailed NAFED's revival under PM Modi, now serving millions of farmers with significant turnover and profit, and outlined plans for direct farmer payments.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee's legacy was suppressed for decades, says CM Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari accused previous Congress and Trinamool governments of attempting to erase Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee's legacy. Speaking at an event, Adhikari highlighted Mookerjee's role in integrating Jammu and Kashmir and securing West Bengal's future during Partition.
Chenani-Nashri's two-lane tube tunnel gets green light: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
A new two-lane tunnel will be built parallel to the Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee tunnel. This project, announced by Union Minister Jitendra Singh, will ease traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. The existing tunnel, India's longest road tunnel, connects Udhampur with Ramban. The new tunnel aims to increase capacity and improve safety on this vital route.
Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Rs 376 cr flyover in Guwahati
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Flyover in Guwahati, a Rs. 376 crore project completed in 26 months. This 2.8-km flyover aims to enhance traffic management and connectivity in the city's south-western region, benefiting thousands of daily commuters.
IHCL signs MoU for redevelopment of Chotelal Ki Ghat in Kolkata
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has partnered with Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, to redevelop the historic Chotelal Ki Ghat, investing up to Rs 5 crore. Supported by INTACH, the project aligns with the Namami Gange Program and Swachhata Initiatives. The restoration aims to preserve cultural heritage, enhance the ghat's aesthetic value, and benefit the local community, artists, and tourists.
Railways unable to complete over 60 projects in Bengal owing to land issues: Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar
Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar stated that numerous railway projects in West Bengal are stalled due to land acquisition problems, despite available funds. He urged the state government to prioritize land allocation for these projects, benefiting the state's residents. Majumdar also encouraged the state to propose renaming Sealdah station after Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, assuring central government approval.
Opposition and cultural groups oppose Tripura government’s move to rename Agartala Town Hall after Syama Prasad Mookerjee
Opposition parties CPI (M) and the Congress are contesting the BJP government's decision to rename the four-decade-old Town Hall in Agartala after Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The opposition suggests constructing new buildings to be named after Mookerjee instead of renaming the historically significant Town Hall, inaugurated in 1985.
Kashmir integral part of India because of Jan Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted that Syama Prasad Mookerjee's movement ensured Kashmir and West Bengal remained integral parts of India. Speaking on Mookerjee's birth anniversary, Shah credited him and Swami Pranabananda for West Bengal's continued association with India. He also highlighted the government's initiatives in the cooperative sector over the past four years.
On Mookerjee’s birth anniversary, Amit Shah says Kashmir integral to India because of his sacrifice
"He sacrificed himself for Kashmir, raising the slogan 'Ek desh mein do Vidhan, do Pradhan aur Do Nishan nahi chalenge'. The entire credit for West Bengal being a part of our nation today goes to Syama Prasad and Swami Pranavananda..." the Union Minister said.
LS Speaker, Union Ministers and MPs pay floral tributes to Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his birth anniversary
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, along with Union Ministers JP Nadda and Ashwini Vaishnaw, led dignitaries in paying floral tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee at Samvidhan Sadan on his birth anniversary. The event honored Mookerjee's contributions as a politician, educationist, and social reformer, highlighting his role in industrial development and advocacy for national unity.
His struggle finally ended when Article 370 was abrogated: Ashwini Vaishnaw on Syama Prasad Mookerjee's birth anniversary
Ashwini Vaishnaw honored Syama Prasad Mookerjee, crediting his vision for the removal of Article 370. He emphasized Mookerjee's advocacy for Indian languages, now reflected in the New Education Policy. Vaishnaw urged MPs to assess railway station issues in their constituencies. He noted a tenfold increase in Delhi's railway budget under PM Modi, with plans for station upgrades.
PM Modi, Shah, Nadda pay tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on death anniversary
PM Narendra Modi and top BJP leaders paid tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee, founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh, on his death anniversary, praising his dedication to India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by senior BJP leaders, honored Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his death anniversary this Sunday. The PM praised Mookerjee as a distinguished patriot, thinker, and educator.
Sarbananda Sonowal approves Rs 800 crore project to transform Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata
According to the statement, this project is poised to bring a paradigm shift in the operational landscape of the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port. Key benefits include the establishment of an effective, efficient, and environmentally sustainable integrated cargo handling system, which will significantly bolster the port's operational efficiency.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath pays floral tributes to Syama Prasad Mookerjee
"I bow down to him," Adityanath said, adding that the leader had a clear opinion that two heads, two legislations and two symbols can't work in one country.
PM Modi to inaugurate Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee Institute at IIT Kharagpur on Tuesday
Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee Institute of Medical Sciences and Research at IIT Kharagpur and will address the 66th Convocation of IIT Kharagpur on February 23 at 12.30 pm via video conferencing, the PMO said.
NMML, Syama Prasad Mookerjee think-tank to publish works on Jan Sangh founder
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation, the BJP-affiliated think -tank, has been selected as the nodal agency for the project.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee a great leader and profound thinker: PM Narendra Modi
The Prime Minister attended a function in Parliament and paid floral tributes to the leader.
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