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kolkata police's official X handle has shifted its following to prominent BJP leaders like PM Modi and Amit Shah, unfollowing Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee. This digital change follows the BJP's assembly election victory and coincides with the withdrawal of additional security from TMC offices and residences.

Kolkata braces for a historic political event on May 9, 2026, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the swearing-in of West Bengal's first BJP-led government. The city anticipates over a lakh spectators, leading to extensive security and traffic advisories, with significant disruptions expected for commuters and travelers throughout the day.

A Kolkata school teacher is enduring six months of relentless online harassment from a former student who has escalated from personal attacks to targeting her family and friends. The accused, Krishnendu Banerjee, uses multiple social media accounts to send abusive messages and threats, despite the teacher's repeated blocking and reporting efforts.

Extensive security measures are in place in Kolkata for the new government's swearing-in ceremony at Brigade Parade Ground, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries. Traffic restrictions, drone bans, and heavy police deployment are implemented to ensure safety. Vehicular movement will be regulated, with exemptions for essential goods vehicles.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari may soon relocate his official residence and office from his Chinar Park flat to the Soujanya complex in Alipore. State PWD and kolkata police officials have inspected the unused, Rs 180 crore complex, built for VVIPs. The move, if finalized, could shift the state's power center to Bhowanipore.

New West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari has instructed police to curb loudspeaker noise beyond religious sites and prevent road blockades by congregations. The directives also include zero tolerance for illegal mining, cattle smuggling, and crimes against women, with a focus on reopening post-poll violence cases and enforcing strict laws against communal incitement.

Kolkata authorities have banned bulldozers in processions and warned owners against renting them out, following a demolition at New Market. Police will take action against officers failing to stop illegal demolitions. The Election Commission has directed the arrest of those involved in post-poll violence, with hundreds already arrested and detained.

Days after TMC's rout in the West Bengal, ED questioned the senior party leader Sujit Bose in connection with its investigation into the municipality recruitment ‘scam’ case. Bose had illegally recommended 150 candidates for different posts under the South Dum Dum Municipality in lieu of pecuniary benefits. ED has traced direct proceeds of crime in the form of flats acquired by him in lieu of providing municipality jobs to various persons.

Bengal Police arrested three individuals, including an alleged sharpshooter from Uttar Pradesh, in connection with the murder of Suvendu Adhikari aide Chandranath Rath. Investigators tracked the accused via a UPI toll payment, leading to detentions in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The defense claims CCTV footage proves the alleged sharpshooter was at home during the incident.