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West Bengal verdict a mandate for national security, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the BJP's victory in West Bengal as a mandate for national security as Suvendu Adhikari was elected the state's first BJP chief minister

From Mamata's minister to chief minister: Suvendu's journey to CM's office

Five years after losing to Suvendu Adhikari in Nandigram, Mamata Banerjee suffered another symbolic defeat as the BJP leader wrested Bhabanipur and emerged as West Bengal's new political centrepiece

Emami to acquire 60% stake in Vedix, SkinKraft parent for ₹321 crore

Emami will acquire a majority stake in IncNut Digital, owner of Vedix and SkinKraft, to strengthen its presence in the fast-growing beauty and personal care segment

Can BJP's Bengal win be a turning point for industry? Experts weigh in

Now, with the BJP in power at both the Centre and the state - a convergence not seen in over 50 years - the question is whether it can unlock a wave of investment to match the scale of the mandate

West Bengal election results: Industrialists pin hopes on BJP's win

Strained Centre-state relations had long made investors wary, a sentiment reinforced by Trinamool leader Mamata Banerjee's rise on the back of a land agitation in Singur and Nandigram

The way of Bengal: BJP sweeps to power, ends TMC's 15-year rule

BJP will form its first govt in the state after winning 207 seats, way past the majority mark of 148, to end TMC's 15-year rule. Mamata Banerjee's party managed only 80 seats

Dry cell battery makers struggle to recharge under new recycling rules

India's stricter battery recycling targets under EPR rules are forcing dry cell makers to seek relief, explore new collection models, and tackle rising costs and ecosystem gaps

Route to power, or a rout? Election results for 4 states, 1 UT on Monday

From anti-incumbency to development, here are a few things to watch out for

McLeod Russel India to sell three tea gardens in Assam to repay debt

The tea producer's board on Monday approved executing the memoranda of understanding (MoUs) signed with prospective buyers to facilitate part-payment of debt

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India appoints Nobuo Okochi CFO from July 1

Appointment of Nobuo Okochi as CFO follows Amit Harlalka's elevation to CEO, ensuring leadership continuity as AMNS India advances expansion and long-term growth plans

How Mamata Banerjee's 15-year rule stacks up on welfare, investment

Under TMC, Bengal has seen expansion of welfare, but not big-ticket private investment

Eveready bets on alkaline batteries with India's first plant in Jammu

Eveready Industries has launched India's first alkaline battery plant in Jammu to boost its premium segment and tap export and private-label opportunities

The conduct conundrum in corporate India despite robust POSH frameworks

Recent controversies show companies struggle to embed acceptable conduct into culture

Poll Pulse 2026: Time for Singur to move on from being an election prop?

Years after the Nano exit, Singur's farmers now seek industry and jobs, as the land remains caught between failed promises and political contest

In Bengal's Murshidabad, roll deletions trigger 'decitizenisation' fears

Even as CM Mamata Banerjee has vowed to fight to restore the electors' rights, a sense of abandonment is surfacing among those who have been disenfranchised

Rising costs likely to slow expansion plans of Bengal foundry units

Rising raw material and logistics costs amid global tensions threaten ₹2,000 crore expansion plans of Bengal's foundry sector

Rupee likely to stabilise at 92-93 per dollar, says EAC-PM chairman

Rupee may stabilise at 92-93 against the dollar as foreign flows return, says EAC-PM Chairman, citing strong macroeconomic fundamentals and fiscal strength

The long reach of West Asia war: Sheffield of the East waits and watches

Furnaces cool faster than they should as Howrah's foundry belt sputters, with West Asia tensions choking fuel lines, snarling cargo routes, and stretching workdays thinner

FMCG firm Emami to acquire remaining 73.5% stake in Axiom Ayurveda

Emami will acquire full control of Axiom Ayurveda in a phased deal exceeding Rs 300 crore, strengthening its presence in health, wellness and the fast-growing beverage segment

Goodricke Group brews new growth plan with branded dairy products

Goodricke Group plans to enter dairy with A2 ghee and paneer, leveraging estate land while cutting reliance on tea gardens and expanding into premium and diversified agri ventures