Kolkata, July 3 : There has been a sudden spurt in the number of leprosy cases in West Bengal despite the Left Front government's tall claim about a complete eradication of the disease. 

Kolkata, June 27: Talks between the West Bengal Government and the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM), which is demanding a separate Gorkhaland, will take place here today.

West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, considering the stock exchange an important component of the State’s industrial development, stressed on the need to revive the Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE).

The chief minister also released a book “Down Lyons Range ” after inaugurating the centenary celebrations of the CSE. Lyons Range is where the heritage building of the  

Mr. Bhattacharjee said that the State was emphasising on the manufacturing sector and these companies needed help from the CSE and banks for their further growth.

West Midnapore (West Bengal), June 23 : Flood-affected victims in West Bengal have alleged that relief materials have not reached them yet even as they continue to struggle to survive.

About two million people have been affected by the floods caused by heavy rainfall over the past three to four days.

Although the flood situation in the worst-hit districts of East and West Midnapore has eased considerably, difficult times persist for thousands.

Kurseong (West

Midnapore (West Bengal), June 20 : Flood situation in West Bengal's Midnapore District continued to be critical with rivers flowing above the danger level. So far, 23 people have lost their lives.

According to news reports, over two million people have been marooned during the current spell of floods.

Authorities said rescue operations are being speeded up.

At least 39 speedboats have been deployed in several areas.

The State Government has sought use of air force helicopters to drop food packets in the affected areas, besides deploying the army for rescue work.