Calcutta HC permits recruitment of 14,052 upper primary teachers
Law for death by hanging of rape convicts: Mamata Banerjee
Ladakh gets 5 more districts
Alarming microplastics in Indian salt & sugar; FSSAI escalates project on effective regulation
CM writes to PM seeking strict laws to deal with rape
Consensual sex not an exception under POCSO Act: SC
Abhishek Banerjee pitches for strong anti-rape law
Bengal govt launches ‘Rattirer Sathi’
The Bengal government on August 17 launched a multi-departmental flagship programme to ensure welfare of women working night shifts called ‘Rattirer Sathi’ (Helpers of the Night). The name specifically refers to female volunteers who will be present during night shifts to provide support and ensure safety.