image

Payel Sarkar

About Payel Sarkar

Facebook IconLinkedIN Icon

Who is Payel Sarkar?

Payel Sarkar is a Bengali actor-turned-politician. She joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in February 2021. Sarkar will be contesting the West Bengal Assembly elections from Behala Purba in Kolkata.

About Payel Sarkar
 
The 37-year-old actress made her debut in 2004 with the film "Shudu Tumi" and has since then, been a part of several Bengali TV serials and movies. She has a degree in History from Jadavpur University in Kolkata.
 
Payal Sarkar's foray into politics
 
On February 25, Sarkar joined the BJP in the presence of the party president Jagat Prakash Nadda and Bengal unit chief Dilip Ghosh in Kolkata.
 
After joining the saffron party, she said she would now work for West Bengal.
 
In an interview, Sarkar said joining the party will not create a rift in the Bengali film industry or create "groupism". The actress said after entertaining people for over a decade, she now wants to serve the people of Bengal. The actress also said she will not leave people's side post-election if she gets the opportunity.

Here are the latest news from Business Standard

Latest News

Alkem launches semaglutide pre-filled syringes in India at ₹350

The company has received DCGI approval for multiple dosage strengths and aims to widen access to semaglutide treatment for diabetes and obesity

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:32 AM IST

Ceat bets on CAMSO to drive next phase of off-highway tyre growth

The tyre maker expects tracks and developed markets such as North America and Europe to power growth as access to additional CAMSO categories expands

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:11 AM IST

President Murmu, PM Modi to attend Odisha BJP govt's 2nd anniversary event

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Odisha BJP government's second anniversary celebrations in Rairangpur on June 20

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:08 AM IST

Tata board meets next week; may skip talks on Chandra's term, listing

Upcoming Tata Trusts and Tata Sons board meetings are expected to focus on routine matters, with no immediate decision likely on Chandra's tenure or listing plans

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:06 AM IST

Two-wheeler makers post strong May sales on resilient domestic demand

Inventory replenishment, resilient demand for premium models and stronger exports helped India's leading two-wheeler manufacturers record healthy growth in May

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:06 AM IST

Organised aesthetic clinics set to gain from tighter rules on Botox

CDSCO's move can lead to the formalisation of more than 35,000 skin clinics, stop the mushrooming of single-operator setups run by unqualified practitioners

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:05 AM IST

Automotive body trims export PLI red tape after industry pushback

The testing agency has eased domestic value addition certification norms for export models after automakers argued that additional paperwork increased compliance burdens

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:01 AM IST

Chip rally: South Korea pips India in global market capitalisation race

Investor enthusiasm for AI-linked semiconductor companies has lifted Taiwan and South Korea above India in global market-cap rankings, highlighting India's limited exposure to the sector

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 12:00 AM IST

Corporate bond issuances hit 3-year low in Apr-May amid West Asia war

In April-May of FY27, Indian firms raised Rs 1.07 trillion, compared to Rs 2.53 trillion in the same period last year

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:57 PM IST

Trump orders US agencies to partner with AI firms on cyber defence

Tuesday's order emphasises voluntary participation by developers despite earlier deliberations about mandating government approval of new AI systems

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:56 PM IST

Nifty 50 share in India Inc's Q4FY26 earnings lowest in 21 quarters

Index companies adjusted net profit grew in low single digit for 8th consecutive quarter

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:50 PM IST

MMT eyes India listing, cautions against impact if West Asia war continues

For the full year ended March 2026, the company reported revenue of $1 billion

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:49 PM IST

Apple's WWDC 2026 teaser points to possible Siri redesign: What we know

Apple has begun teasing WWDC 2026 with a new "All systems glow" slogan, as the company prepares to unveil iOS 27, Siri updates, and other software announcements on June 8

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:46 PM IST

OYO parent PRISM gets Sebi nod for ₹6,650-crore IPO, eyes next filing

The hospitality technology company is expected to file its updated draft prospectus by early July as it evaluates market conditions and listing timelines

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:46 PM IST

NTA to rehold CUET-UG 2026 exam on June 6-7 after glitch hit test

The agency also released updated admit cards for the affected candidates, which can be downloaded from the official CUET portal

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

Examination crisis: Hiring costs may rise for industry, experts reckon

Concerns over CBSE and NEET assessment systems could force employers to add screening layers, raising hiring costs and complicating talent selection

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:42 PM IST

State-run NHPC's OFS booked 1.6x, HSBC MF launches Long-Short S

The Centre's NHPC stake sale drew strong demand, a Mumbai court summoned former Religare chairperson Rashmi Saluja, and HSBC MF launched its first SIF

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:41 PM IST

Everything You Wanted to Know About China: A guide to its past and future

Written in a question-and-answer format, this book attempts to address all the questions you may have about China, its past, and future direction

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:36 PM IST

Centre transfers CBSE chief, secretary; orders probe into OSM procurement

The Cabinet Secretariat has formed a one-member committee to examine procurement of CBSE's On-Screen Marking system amid growing scrutiny over evaluation-related complaints

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:35 PM IST

Tax rebates: FY26 provisional expenditure, revenue show need for a rethink

The provisional expenditure and revenue numbers for 2025-26 underline the need for reviewing tax rebates

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:34 PM IST