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Multiplex operators ask Centre to reopen cinema halls as losses mount

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has permitted cinema halls to function from October 1 in the state

Govt accountable to people, shocking it said no data was available: Mamata

Asserting that every citizen has the right to information, Mamata Banerjee hit out at the central government for not providing answers to "most questions" during the recent Parliament session

Kolkata movie hall owners await govt order to resume functioning from Oct 1

Owners of many single-screen movie theatres in Kolkata said on Sunday that they are awaiting notifications from the Centre and the state government before deciding on reopening cinema halls which had been closed for over six months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had announced on Saturday that movie theatres are set to reopen in the state from October 1. "To return to normalcy, Jatras, Plays, OATs, Cinemas & all musical, dance, recital & magic shows shall be allowed to function with 50 participants or less from 1 Oct, subject to adherence to physical distancing norms, wearing of masks & compliance to precautionary protocols," the chief minister had said on Twitter. Navin Chokhani, owner of Navina Cinema in south Kolkata told PTI, "we are happy with the positive indication, but there has to be official notifications by both the state and central governments before we reopen the cinema halls. "The chief minister said in ..

Refrain from surpassing CM: Mamata to West Bengal Governor Dhankhar

In a nine-page long letter, Banerjee said that the governor's 'aspersions sadly consist of uncorroborated judgements and insinuations' against the police and the state government.

Cinema halls to reopen in West Bengal from Oct 1, says CM Mamata Banerjee

Cinema halls and open air theatres will be allowed to operate in West Bengal from October 1 with limited number of participants, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Saturday. She also said musical, dance and magic shows would be permitted in the state from next month. "To return to normalcy, Jatras, Plays, OATs, Cinemas & all musical, dance, recital & magic shows shall be allowed to function with 50 participants or less from 1 Oct, subject to adherence to physical distancing norms, wearing of masks & compliance to precautionary protocols," the chief minister said on Twitter. Cinema halls have remained shut since the nationwide coronavirus lockdown began in late March.

Cinema halls to reopen in West Bengal from October 1: Mamata Banerjee

Cinema halls are set to reopen in West Bengal from October 1 after remaining closed for over six months in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Saturday. She also said musical, dance and magic shows would be permitted in the state from next month. "To return to normalcy, Jatras, Plays, OATs, Cinemas & all musical, dance, recital & magic shows shall be allowed to function with 50 participants or less from 1 Oct, subject to adherence to physical distancing norms, wearing of masks & compliance to precautionary protocols," the chief minister said on Twitter. The decision comes amid repeated requests by actors of the Bengali film industry, including Trinamool Congress MPs Dev, Nusrat Jahan and Mimi Chakraborty, and industry bodies to reopen movie theatres, underscoring that cinema hall owners and employees are under severe financial stress. The Eastern India Motion Pictures Association (EIMPA) and the Multiplex Association of ..

Suspension of 8 MPs unfortunate, will fight against 'fascist' govt: Mamata

Terming the suspension of eight MPs from Rajya Sabha for one week as "unfortunate", West Bengal Chief Minister and founder Chairperson of Trinamool Congress (TMC) Mamata Banerjee on Monday said that her party will fight against the "fascist" government in Parliament and on the streets."Suspension of the 8 MPs who fought to protect farmers interests is unfortunate & reflective of this autocratic Govt's mindset that doesn't respect democratic norms & principles. We won't bow down & we'll fight this fascist Govt in Parliament & on the streets. #BJPKilledDemocracy," Banerjee tweeted.TMC accused the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) of murdering democracy by "ruthlessly silencing all the opposition leaders" in Rajya Sabha."Absolutely unbelievable! @BJP4India MURDERED democracy by ruthlessly silencing all the opposition leaders in Rajya Sabha yesterday. Citizens of the nation, raise your voice before we're completely under @narendramodi ji's dictatorship! ...

Mamata Banerjee made WB a safe-haven for 'nefarious activities': Supriyo

After NIA busted Pak-sponsored Al-Qaeda modules in Murshidabad, West Bengal, Babul Supriyo said that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has made Bengal a safe-haven for 'nefarious activities'

Don't let coroanvirus dampen festive spirit: Mamata Banerjee on Mahalaya

Wishing people on Mahalaya, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday urged everyone to come forward and extend help to those in need in this hour of crisis. She said that though COVID-19 has changed the daily lives, people should not let the prevailing pandemic dampen the spirit of the festivities. On the auspicious occasion of Mahalaya, I extend my warm regards to one & all. Although #COVID19 has restricted how we celebrate festivals, we shall not allow it to dampen the spirit of this Durga Puja. To this end & to lighten up every home, I undertake #MahalayaProtishruti, Banerjee tweeted. As a part of this pledge, I vow to ensure that this Durga Pujo, no one is devoid of the festivities. I urge everyone to come forward, extend a helping hand to those in need & spread joy everywhere. Shubho Mahalaya to everyone! she added. Mahalaya is an auspicious occasion celebrated at the end of Pitri Paksha, a 16-day period when Hindus pay homage to their ...

Those involved in movements are being targeted: Mamata after Umar's arrest

Reacting to the arrest of JNU alumnus and rights activist Umar Khalid in connection with Delhi riots, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said that action should be taken if there is evidence of wrongdoing

WB: Mamata announces monthly allowance, free housing for Brahmin priests

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday announced a monthly allowance of Rs 1,000 and free housing for more than 8,000 poor Sanatan Brahmin priests of the state

Over 1.5 mn to appear for NEET tomorrow amid strict Covid-19 precautions

A total of 1.59 million candidates have registered for the exam

Corona over, lockdown imposed in Bengal to stop BJP's rallies: Dilip Ghosh

Claiming "Corona has gone", BJP leader Dilip Ghosh alleged that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has continued to impose lockdown in the State to stop BJP from organising rallies

SFI urges Bengal to withdraw Sep 12 lockdown for NEET candidates' benefit

The SFI has urged the West Bengal government to withdraw the state-wide lockdown on September 12 for the benefit of the NEET candidates who will sit for the examination on the next day

Mamata asks PM to intervene in GST impasse, joins non-BJP CMs in 'protest'

Asserts that Centre must borrow to meet GST shortfall at this critical hour of Covid-19 pandemic, says states will reciprocate

BDO succumbs to Covid-19 in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee pays tribute

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday paid tribute to a block development officer in Murshidabad who contracted COVID-19 during the course of his work and died battling the disease, saying her government would be extending all possible help to his family. Krishna Chandra Das (51), BDO, Nowda, was undergoing treatment for the past 20 days. He died at a private hospital here on Sunday night, a health department official said. Describing his death as an "irreparable" loss, the CM said, "Grieved to know about the untimely demise of Krishna Chandra Das, who was posted as BDO Nowda in Murshidabad. A dedicated WBCS (Exe) Officer, Das was at forefront of our fight against COVID-19 & displayed great sense of sincerity & commitment in his work during the pandemic." Banerjee also extended her condolences to his family. "I salute his leadership, & his supreme sacrifice for the people of #Bengal... We stand in solidarity with his family & will extend ...

Bengal writes to Railways, says metro, local train services can be resumed

The government also requested the board to put in place the required logistics for smooth operations of the services

WB weighing options of holding final-year varsity exams before puja: Mamata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that her government was weighing the pros and cons of holding final-year college and university exams before Durga Puja in October

Mamata appeals for a joint petition by states against holding NEET, JEE

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Wednesday proposed that her counterparts in various states together move Supreme Court against its order for holding JEE and NEET examinations

Sonia to chair meeting with Congress CMs, Mamata Banerjee, Uddhav Thackeray

Congress interim chief Sonia Gandhi will speak to the CMs to discuss the pending GST share, and the NEET and JEE examination issue.