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Kolkata stampede: Victims had ruptured organs, most suffocated to death
Preliminary autopsy reports of the 19 victims who died in a stampede at Kolkata's Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal have pointed to traumatic asphyxia caused by chest compression as the likely cause of death for most of the 19 people.
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: 7 accused sent to 10-day custody
A local court in Kolkata has remanded seven accused in the Durga Puja pandal stampede to 10 days of police custody. The incident, which took place on Saturday evening, claimed the lives of 19 people.
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Announcement triggered chaos
A stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata on Saturday evening left 19 dead and 25 injured.
Kolkata stampede: 7 people arrested, including puja committee members
Seven people have been arrested in connection with a deadly stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata.
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Eyewitnesses blame narrow gates, no lighting
A stampede-like situation at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata on Saptami evening left at least 19 dead and around 25 injured (with some reports claiming the injured numbered 35).
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: 19 dead, 25 injured
A stampede at the Chorebagan Durga Pujapandal in Kolkata on Saturday evening left 19 dead and 25 injured.
17 dead, including child, in Kolkata Durga Puja stampede
A stampede at the Chor Bagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja Pandal in North Kolkata on Saturday evening left 17 people dead and several injured.
'Dada': Will Rajkummar Rao join Sourav Ganguly during Durga Puja?
The team behind Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story will make its first major public appearance in Kolkata during the ongoing Durga Puja celebrations.
Ghugni: The spicy Bengali street food you must try
Kolkata's ghugni is a delicious street breakfast that has won hearts with its spicy and flavorful profile.
IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms in several parts of India today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rain and thunderstorms in several parts of India on Tuesday, October 13.
'Sumo Didi' trailer: Indian woman takes on bias and opponents
ZEE5 has dropped the trailer for its upcoming sports biopic, Sumo Didi. The Hindi film is based on the life of Hetal Dave, India's first professional female sumo wrestler.
Piyush Mishra questions Naseeruddin Shah's silence on Smit Machchhar's bravery
Actor-writer Piyush Mishra has criticized veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah for his recent participation in a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Mumbai.
ED raids ex-Bengal minister Indranil Sen's house in Kolkata
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) was conducting raids at the residence of former West Bengal Tourism Minister Indranil Sen on Tuesday in Kolkata.
Bengal: TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh's car attacked in Hooghly district
In West Bengal's Hooghly district on Saturday, a mob attacked the car of MLA Kunal Ghosh of the Mamata Banerjee faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC).
Adani to invest over ₹1 lakh crore in West Bengal
The Adani Group has announced an ambitious plan to invest over ₹1 lakh crore in West Bengal by 2035.
What makes Kolkata's puchka so special?
Kolkata's puchka is a breakfast staple that combines tangy flavors with a crunchy texture.
Bengal government orders closure of 252 madrasas after survey
The West Bengal government has issued closure notices to 252 madrasas as part of a review of Islamic educational institutions.
₹3.3cr cash and documents recovered from Karnataka minister's premises
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recovered ₹3.3 crore in unaccounted Indian currency and documents indicating alleged bribery from the premises of Karnataka Public Works Department Minister Satish Jarkiholi and his family members.
You must try these tasty treats from Kolkata
Kolkata's streets are a treasure trove of breakfast delights, especially for those with a sweet tooth.
Grab your tickets! Advance booking opens for 'Avengers Endgame: Encore'
The much-anticipated re-release of Avengers Endgame, titled Avengers Endgame: Encore, is set to hit theaters in two weeks.
NIA hasn't dropped UAPA against US mercenary VanDyke, 6 Ukrainians
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has said it is still probing the terror angle in the case against American mercenary Matthew Aaron VanDyke and six Ukrainian nationals.
Why was Rajesh Sharma actually hospitalized? Actor breaks silence
Actor Rajesh Sharma, who was recently hospitalized after reportedly suffering an insect bite on the set of Prabhas's upcoming film Fauzi, has dismissed those claims.
Basement, 2 floors housing Abhishek Banerjee's office ordered to evacuate
The West Bengal fire department has ordered the evacuation of two floors and a basement of a high-rise building in central Kolkata. The building houses the office of Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee.
Rotten meat, gulal in food: Bengal food scare before Durgotsava
A state-wide food safety drive in West Bengal before the Durga Puja has unearthed shocking violations at eateries, sweet shops, and bakeries.
Commercial LPG prices hiked by up to ₹12
The price of commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders has been increased by around ₹10 across India.
Ex-Minister Mukul Roy's daughter-in-law among missing after Nepal floods
Former Trinamool Congress MLA Subhranshu Roy's wife is reportedly among those missing after flash floods hit Nepal near the Tibet border.
These Indian street breakfasts are made for sweet tooths
India's streets are dotted with sweet breakfasts, a perfect start to the day.
Ghugni chaat: Kolkata's spicy street food you need to try
Kolkata's ghugni chaat is a popular street food. This spicy and tangy dish is made with white peas, spices, and chutneys. It is loved by locals and visitors alike.
9 Bangladeshis, including child, killed in Kolkata hotel fire
A massive fire broke out at a hotel on Free School Street near New Market, one of the city's busiest areas, in Kolkata around 2:00am on Wednesday, killing nine people, including a child.
Veteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen critically ill, on ventilator
Veteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen (70) has been admitted to the state-run SSKM Hospital in Kolkata, reported PTI.
Kolkata nurse found dead in hospital toilet
The body of a 30-year-old nurse, Rupali Burman, was discovered in the toilet of Nilratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital (NRS) in Kolkata on Wednesday night.
Abhishek Banerjee gets SC nod for foreign medical treatment
The Supreme Court has allowed Trinamool Congress General Secretary and Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee to travel abroad for three weeks for eye treatment.
Laser beam hits Malaysia Airlines flight landing in Kolkata
A Malaysia Airlines flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kolkata was delayed due to a laser beam incident on Saturday.
India Energy Week 2027 moves from Goa to Kolkata
India Energy Week (IEW) 2027 will take place from January 28 to January 31 at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in New Town, Kolkata.
Mithun Chakraborty undergoes minor surgery, Suvendu Adhikari reveals updates
Veteran actor and politician Mithun Chakraborty was recently admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata and underwent a minor surgery.
'The Odyssey' loses momentum; yet to cross ₹190cr in India
The Hollywood film The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan, has continued its steady run at the box office.
5 crispy street breakfasts from across India
Batter-fried street foods are loved for their crispy texture, savory flavors, and irresistible crunch.
Bengali actor Parno Mittra debuts as producer
Acclaimed Bengali film actor Parno Mittra is making her production debut with The Music Teacher, a British-Indian short film.
LPG price cut: Commercial cylinders now cheaper by over ₹200
The Indian government has slashed the prices of 19kg commercial LPG cylinders by over ₹200 in Delhi and Kolkata.
Suspected JeM terrorist, possessing Suvendu Adhikari's surveillance info, arrested
The Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal police has arrested a suspected member of the banned terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) from Burdwan town.