Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: November 14, 2026

Welcome to West Bengal Times (westbengaltimes.co.in).

These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of our website. By visiting or using West Bengal Times, you agree to follow the terms outlined on this page. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue using our website.

1. About West Bengal Times

West Bengal Times is an independent digital news and information portal focused primarily on Kolkata and West Bengal.

Our website publishes content relating to:

1. Latest News from Kolkata and West Bengal.
2. Government Jobs and Recruitment.
3. Education, Admissions and Institutions.
4. Examinations, Results and Admit Cards.
5. Scholarships and Student Opportunities.
6. Government Schemes and Public Services.
7. District News and Local Developments.
8. Politics and Government Announcements.
9. Culture, Heritage and Tourism.
10. Other useful public information and updates.

West Bengal Times is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by or officially connected with the Government of West Bengal, the Government of India or any government department or agency.

2. Accuracy of Information

We make reasonable efforts to publish accurate, relevant and useful information for our readers.

However, information published on this website may change over time. This includes:

1. Recruitment notifications and vacancy details.
2. Examination dates and schedules.
3. Eligibility criteria and qualification requirements.
4. Application deadlines and procedures.
5. Government scheme rules and benefits.
6. Scholarship guidelines and requirements.
7. Application fees and other charges.
8. Official notifications and announcements.
9. Government policies and administrative decisions.
10. External website links and online procedures.

Although we try to keep our content updated, we cannot guarantee that every article will always contain the latest information.

Readers should verify important details through the concerned official department, notification or authorised website before making decisions or submitting applications.

3. No Guarantee of Information or Services

West Bengal Times does not guarantee that:

1. All published information will always be complete, accurate or error-free.
2. All articles will remain updated at all times.
3. External links will always remain accessible.
4. Government portals and third-party websites will always be operational.
5. Recruitment opportunities, scholarships or government schemes mentioned on our website will remain available.
6. Every application or service described on the website will be successful.

We reserve the right to correct, update, modify, suspend or remove any published content whenever considered necessary.

4. External Links and Third-Party Websites

West Bengal Times may provide links to external websites for the convenience and information of our readers.

These may include:

1. Official government portals.
2. Recruitment and examination websites.
3. Educational institutions and university portals.
4. Scholarship application websites.
5. Government scheme portals.
6. News organisations and other information resources.

We do not own or control these external websites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, availability, security, privacy practices or terms of use.

Visiting an external website through a link on West Bengal Times is entirely at your own discretion.

We recommend reviewing the relevant website’s policies before using its services or sharing personal information.

5. Intellectual Property and Copyright

Unless otherwise stated, original articles, written content, website design elements, graphics and other materials created specifically for West Bengal Times are protected under applicable intellectual property and copyright laws.

Visitors may access and use our content for personal, educational and informational purposes.

However, without appropriate permission, you must not:

1. Reproduce substantial portions of our original content.
2. Republish our articles on other websites or platforms.
3. Copy or redistribute our original materials for commercial purposes.
4. Modify and present our original content as your own.
5. Use our website materials in a way that violates applicable copyright laws.

Any third-party trademarks, logos, images or materials referenced on this website remain the property of their respective owners.

If you believe that any content published on our website infringes your intellectual property rights, please contact us for review.

6. User Conduct

By using West Bengal Times, you agree not to:

1. Use the website for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose.
2. Attempt to damage, disrupt or interfere with website operations.
3. Attempt unauthorised access to our website, server or systems.
4. Upload or distribute malicious software, viruses or harmful code.
5. Misuse our contact details or communication channels.
6. Engage in activities that may negatively affect other visitors or website security.
7. Copy, distribute or misuse website content in violation of applicable laws.

We reserve the right to take appropriate action if we identify misuse of our website or its services.

7. Advertising and Sponsored Content

West Bengal Times may display advertisements through third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense and other advertising providers.

We may also publish sponsored content, promotional material or paid advertisements where applicable.

The presence of an advertisement or promotional link does not automatically mean that West Bengal Times endorses the advertised product, service, organisation or company.

Readers should independently evaluate any product, service or offer before making purchasing decisions or sharing personal information.

Third-party advertisers may follow their own privacy policies and terms.

8. Government Information Disclaimer

West Bengal Times is an independent news and information platform and does not represent any government authority.

References to government departments, recruitment notifications, examinations, scholarships, welfare schemes, public services and official websites are provided solely for general informational purposes.

We do not issue government notifications, process official applications, guarantee recruitment or scholarship selection, or provide government services on behalf of any department.

For legally authoritative and updated information, readers should always consult the concerned official authority.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, West Bengal Times, its operators and contributors shall not be liable for any direct or indirect loss, damage or consequences arising from:

1. Reliance on information published on our website.
2. Errors, omissions or outdated information in articles.
3. Changes in government policies, recruitment rules or application procedures.
4. Unavailability or technical problems involving external websites.
5. Use of third-party services or platforms linked from our website.
6. Decisions made by users based on information published on our website.

Visitors are responsible for independently verifying important information before taking any action.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable law.

10. Privacy Policy

Your use of West Bengal Times is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how information may be collected, used and handled when you visit our website.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our privacy practices.

11. Changes to These Terms & Conditions

We may revise or update these Terms & Conditions from time to time to reflect changes in our website, services, editorial practices or applicable legal requirements.

Any updated version will be published on this page with a revised Last Updated date.

Your continued use of West Bengal Times after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the revised terms, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns or requests regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact our newsroom.

Website: https://westbengaltimes.co.in/

Email: desk@westbengaltimes.co.in

Newsroom Address: Park Street, Kolkata – 700016, West Bengal, India

Publication: West Bengal Times – Kolkata & West Bengal News

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