Mamata awards 50 lakhs to female footballers of East Bengal team
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on her London visit, attended an event at the Indian Embassy late Monday night (IST), focusing on India-UK diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties. She highlighted Sister Nivedita’s contributions to India’s freedom movement and women’s education, emphasizing her deep connection with Bengal’s cultural revival. Banerjee also mentioned receiving a special invitation to visit Buckingham Palace. Her visit includes discussions aimed at strengthening economic collaboration, cultural exchanges, and investment opportunities between Bengal and the UK.