New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista today strongly criticised the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal during his speech in Parliament on The Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Bill 2026, accusing it of failing to implement the Centre’s progressive labour reforms and neglecting tea garden workers. Speaking in the Lok … Read more
New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Raju Bista held a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah today to push for faster implementation of development projects in the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions. In a post on X accompanied by a photograph of the meeting, Bista … Read more
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Raju Bista met Prime Minister Narendra Modi today to express gratitude for the Centre’s focus on the development of the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions. In a press release and social media post shared by his office, Bista highlighted the … Read more
Siliguri, February 9, 2026 – The Sikkim Government has taken swift action in response to allegations of fraud at Asha Paramedical and Nursing Institute in Salbari, Siliguri, where students, including many from Sikkim, claim they were misled into enrolling in unrecognized courses, resulting in significant financial and academic losses. Following directives from Sikkim Chief Minister … Read more
Siliguri, February 7, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP leader Raju Bista today expressed strong outrage over alleged derogatory comments made by a Congress spokesperson against a Gorkha panelist during a live TV debate in Assam, calling it an act of humiliation towards the entire Gorkha community. In a detailed post on X … Read more
Darjeeling, February 6, 2026 – Darjeeling MP Shri Raju Bista has sharply criticized the West Bengal interim budget, labeling it a “Kamikaze Budget” that he claims will accelerate the state’s economic decline. In a detailed critique, Bista argued that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government has prioritized short-term welfare schemes over long-term fiscal health, masking a … Read more
Alipurduar, West Bengal – Darjeeling MP Raju Bista highlighted a distressing incident where a meritorious student from Shree Ganesh Vidhyalaya Hindi Higher Secondary School in Dalsingpara Tea Garden was barred from appearing for her first Madhyamik examination, calling it a “shameful” reflection of the collapse in West Bengal’s education system. A video circulating on social … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Pankaj Kumar Singh, the Centre’s appointed interlocutor for discussions on a permanent political solution for the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars, arrived in the region yesterday for his first visit, marking a renewed push toward tripartite talks involving the people of the area, the Government of India, and the West Bengal … Read more
Alipurduar, West Bengal – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP national spokesperson Raju Bista addressed a large rally at Toorsa Tea Garden Khel Maidan in Kalchini, Alipurduar district, on Monday. He emphasized the development progress in the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership while criticizing the Trinamool Congress (TMC) … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – In a significant development for regional rail connectivity, several major trains have been approved for new halts at stations in the Siliguri Corridor, addressing long-standing demands for improved access in North Bengal. The approvals, aimed at enhancing travel options for local commuters, students, and daily passengers, include stoppages at Naxalbari, Bagdogra, … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing redevelopment works at New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station in Siliguri today, as part of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Accompanied by Darjeeling MP Raju Bista and senior railway officials, the Minister reviewed the progress of the transformative project, which is … Read more
New Delhi – Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a personal condolence letter to Martha Aley Tamang, wife of the late singer and actor Prashant Tamang, expressing deep grief over his untimely passing. In the letter dated January 12, 2026, the Prime Minister described the news of Prashant Tamang’s demise as “shocking” and an “irreparable … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang Golay graced the 12th Milan More Gold Cup Football Final at Milan More, Champasari, in Siliguri yesterday (January 11, 2026), joining a host of dignitaries to celebrate youth sports and community unity. Organized by Madhur Milan Sangh, the event featured an engaging final match between … Read more
Siliguri – The mortal remains of renowned singer, actor, and Indian Idol Season 3 winner Prashant Tamang arrived at Bagdogra Airport on Monday morning, where emotional crowds from the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions gathered to pay their final respects. The body was received amid heartfelt tributes before departing in a funeral procession towards Darjeeling, … Read more
New Delhi / Siliguri – In a significant development for electoral inclusion in West Bengal, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has approved the use of employment records from tea gardens and cinchona plantations as valid documents for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 2026. The approval comes via an official … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Darjeeling MP Raju Bista has announced the approval of new train stoppages at Gulma (station code: GLMA) and Sevoke (station code: SVQ) stations, a move set to enhance regional connectivity and promote tourism in North Bengal. The development, credited to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, aims … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Darjeeling Member of Parliament Raju Bista today performed the foundation stone laying ceremony for the long-awaited Rangapani Rail Over Bridge (ROB), a key infrastructure project aimed at alleviating traffic congestion in North Bengal. The event marks a significant milestone for residents of Rangapani, Phansidewa, Khoribari, Siliguri, and surrounding areas, with the … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Darjeeling MP Raju Bista has announced the upcoming bhumi pujan and foundation stone laying ceremony for the much-awaited Rangapani Rail Over Bridge (ROB), a project fully funded by the Central Government to the tune of ₹69.79 crores. The event, set for tomorrow, marks a significant step toward easing traffic congestion and … Read more