According to Vijayvargiya, over 105 people associated with the BJP have been killed in the state in the last three years.

Following the sixth straight day of 1,000-plus infections, the state’s case count rose to 32,838 and active caseload jumped to 11,927, while the toll increased to 980.

The body of 65-year-old Ray was found hanging about a kilometre from his house in Bindal village Monday morning.

On July 6, the UGC tweaked its alternative calendar and advised colleges and universities to assess the graduating batch through an examination conducted in either online or offline or blended mode by September-end.

The BJP organised a silent rally in the afternoon from its headquarters in Central Kolkata. The party alleged that the MLA had been murdered by the ruling party.

According to Hindu Samhati president Debtanu Bhattacharya tol The Indian Express, “Ghosh got admitted on June 28. Yesterday, around 7.30 pm, he passed away. He is survived by two sisters.”

The week started on a bad note for the government as the state added over 1,000 cases for the fifth straight day on Monday. With 1,435 new infections, the state’s case count rose to 31,448. It now has an active caseload of 11,279.

Eight fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the flames, which broke out around 10 am. According to a fire brigade official, it took the fire tenders over 90 minutes to douse the flames. No one was injured in the incident.

The West Bengal health department reported 895 additions to its caseload, and 21 deaths. With this, the total number of infections rose to 22,126, and the toll climbed to 757.

The institute had earlier cancelled the end-semester examinations due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and formed a committee to evaluate the academic performance of students, and decide the grading scheme, supplementary examination system and department changes.

“The Chief Minister does not believe in constitutional propriety. It is surprising to see that her officials do not allow the state governor to visit universities, when he is the chancellor of such institutes,” said the Union Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs.

Syllabus committee chairman Aveek Majumder said, “We think that even if the lockdown is lifted, restrictions will continue in our normal life. So, we have to make students aware of how to fight against Covid-19, abide by social distancing norms, wear masks and maintain hygiene to fight against this disease.”

Kolkata and the adjoining districts of Howrah and North 24 Parganas together are the epicentre of the pandemic. Of the 15 latest deaths that occurred in the state, 11 were reported from these districts

Banerjee said the latest trail of devastation was a reminder of the need for a "systematic review of the multiple challenges faced by the Sunderbans”, and “calls for a scientifically designed development package for its protection and balanced socio-economic development”.

“It is a subject of the External Affairs department, we will support the central government stand... But, we have to be very aggressive on one hand and on the other, use the diplomatic channel," Banerjee said.

Also, earlier this year, the Governor had called for a meeting with vice-chancellors at Raj Bhavan. However, no one had turned up to attend it.

Though the state’s case fatality rate has fallen every day since June 11, declining to 3.64% Monday, it is still the third-highest among the 10 most-affected states.

Expediting the restart of tram services, however, is a more difficult task, according to officials. During last month’s Cyclone Amphan, many tracks were damaged by uprooted trees, and the overhead wire system was crippled.

Amit Mishra said, "the required data were sent to the central government on the same day. Complete data on migrant labourers were also sent to them. How can the Union Finance Minister say such a big lie?

In Kolkata, the rally was held in front of a statue of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on Red Road. Left Front chairperson Biman Bose, CPI(M) Politburo member Mohammad Salim, and other Left and Congress leaders participated in the meeting.

According to TMC Paschim Bardhaman district president Jitendra Tiwari, the four leaders are Asansol Municipal Corporation Deputy Mayor Tabassum Ara, the civic body’s councillor Baby Khatun, Shankar Chakrabarty, and Prabhat Chattopadhyay.

Some protesters claimed that they have quit their jobs as Zomato has a sizeable Chinese investment.

Most of the latest infections, 381, were detected in the districts of Kolkata, North 24 Parganas, and Howrah — the epicentre of the pandemic in the state.

“As part of our continued efforts to make primary healthcare in urban areas more robust, I, on behalf of the Government of West Bengal, am pleased to introduce a package of financial incentives for the trained Honorary Health Workers providing services in urban areas,” Banerjee tweeted.