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TMC’s damage-control mode in Cooch Behar

Pointing to recent allegations in Nazirhat II gram panchayat, the minister said certain local leaders’ actions had pushed voters towards the BJP in past elections. He urged party functionaries to restore public faith through accountability and discipline.

State schools told to feed stray dogs

The state government has instructed all government-run schools to feed stray dogs using mid-day meal leftovers. The initiative, a first in the state, was introduced by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Review meet on rural development in Jalpaiguri

A comprehensive review meeting on all panchayat and rural development schemes was convened by Jalpaiguri district magistrate Shama Parveen on Thursday. The meeting focused on evaluating progress across blocks and improving implementation mechanisms, particularly under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen).

Low pressure triggers more rain: Met

A wet Thursday morning set the tone for what promises to be a rain-drenched next few days, with the regional Met office forecasting continued showers, gusty winds and potential disruptions across both south and north Bengal.