Kolkata: News
Himalayan snow hits 24-year low, threatening 2 billion people's water
Snow cover across the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) has dropped to its lowest level in over two decades, a new report has revealed.
You can order from Amazon Now in 100 Indian cities
Amazon has announced the expansion of its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to 100 cities in India.
Want faster US visa interview? This city can help you
The US Department of State has released its latest global visa wait time data, revealing significant variations in interview timelines for the US visas across Indian cities.
'Maa crying, manush fleeing': PM Modi's scathing TMC attack
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal.
Modi takes Hooghly boat ride, pays tribute to 'Maa Ganga'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared a video of his boat ride on the Hooghly River in Kolkata.
Why is Bengali actor Nusrat Jahan being probed by ED?
Bengali actor and former Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Nusrat Jahan appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday.
'No glue, perfume on EVMs': ECI warns poll-bound TN, Bengal
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued strict guidelines for the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.
'Military-style takeover': TMC on record CAPF deployment in Bengal
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has criticized a recent meeting of all units of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Lyrid meteor shower peaks: When, where to watch in India
The annual Lyrid meteor shower, one of the oldest known meteor showers, is set to peak on April 21-22.
Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Check gold, silver prices in your city
Gold prices in India's retail market remained largely unchanged today. The day marks Akshaya Tritiya, a festival traditionally considered auspicious for buying gold and silver.
Income tax raids at TMC MLA Debasish Kumar's premises
The Income Tax Department on Friday conducted searches at two premises of Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Debasish Kumar in Kolkata.
TMC accuses Humayun Kabir of seeking ₹1,000cr bribe for support
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released a video allegedly showing a man resembling Humayun Kabir, founder of the Aam Janata Unnayan Party.
6L voters removed, BJP gains edge in TMC-stronghold Kolkata
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is preparing for a tough battle in Kolkata as the voter rolls are nearly finalized with the completion of the adjudication process.
5 booked in Bengali actor Rahul Bannerjee's death case
Bengali actor Priyanka Sarkar, the wife of late actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee (43), filed a complaint against producers of the television serial Bholey Baba Par Karega last week (April 4).
Pakistan warns of targeting Indian cities in case of war
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned that any future conflict with India could extend beyond the border and reach deep into Indian territory, specifically naming Kolkata as a potential target.
Rahul Banerjee was rescued alive; serial producers promise full probe
The makers of the Bengali television show Bhole Baba Par Karega have released a statement following the tragic death of actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee.
Jet fuel prices surge 100% to cross ₹2L in India
Air travelers in India are likely to face a major increase in airfares as jet fuel prices have more than doubled for April. The hike comes amid the US-Iran war and is expected to hit domestic and international flights hard.
Jhalmuri: All about Kolkata's iconic puffed rice snack
Kolkata's breakfast is incomplete without the iconic jhalmuri, a spicy puffed rice mix.
'Not able to...': Rare hearing disorder still affecting Alka Yagnik
Veteran playback singer Alka Yagnik has revealed that she is still suffering from a rare hearing disorder, which has prevented her from taking on new singing assignments.
IndiGo enhances India-China air connectivity with daily Kolkata-Shanghai flights
IndiGo has launched a daily non-stop flight connecting Kolkata and Shanghai, starting March 29, 2026. The new service will be operated by A320neo aircraft.
Mamata calls Modi 'biggest infiltrator', slams SIR at Eid rally
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being the "biggest infiltrator" in her state.
Avoid these overrated Indian cities (visit these instead)
India's cities are often celebrated for their culture and history, but some are more overrated than others.
'Change is imminent': PM Modi at Bengal rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rally in Kolkata, West Bengal.
LPG price hike: Check new rates for domestic, commercial cylinders
The price of domestic cooking gas, or Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), has been hiked by ₹60 per cylinder from today.
West Bengal governor resigns ahead of assembly elections
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has resigned from his post after serving three and a half years in office.
Massive earthquake tremors felt across Kolkata; offices evacuated
Strong tremors were felt across Kolkata at around 1:30pm on Friday after a 5.4-magnitude quake struck neighboring Bangladesh.
Why these famous Indian architectural marvels might disappoint you
India is home to some of the most amazing architectural marvels, but not all of them are worth the hype.
'Rename Delhi to Indraprastha': BJP MP writes to Shah
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Praveen Khandelwal has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, proposing a name change for India's national capital.
Bomb scare forces evacuation of 6 Bengal district courts
A bomb scare forced the evacuation and search of six district courts in West Bengal on Tuesday. The threat was triggered by emails claiming bombs were planted inside the premises.
Jharkhand crash victims had taken ₹8L loan for air ambulance
The family of a 41-year-old man, who was among seven people killed in an air ambulance crash in Jharkhand on Monday night, had taken a loan of ₹8 lakh to hire the air ambulance.
Love jalebi? These places serve the tastiest ones in India
Jalebi, a popular Indian sweet, is loved for its crispy texture and sugary syrup. The spiral-shaped dessert is a must-have in every celebration and a favorite street food.
Delhi-Leh SpiceJet flight with 150 people returns after engine scare
A SpiceJet flight from Delhi to Leh was forced to return shortly after takeoff on Tuesday due to a suspected technical snag.
Rajkummar's Ganguly biopic to be shot at Lord's, Eden Gardens
The much-awaited biopic on former Indian men's cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly is all set to go on floors in March.
Paper slip bomb threat found in Kolkata-Shillong IndiGo flight lavatory
A bomb scare was reported on an IndiGo flight at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata on Saturday.
Taxpayers in these cities may soon get 50% HRA exemption
The Indian government is considering expanding the list of cities eligible for a 50% House Rent Allowance (HRA) exemption under the old tax regime.
Arijit Singh performs at Anoushka Shankar's concert; fans go gaga
Renowned singer Arijit Singh made a triumphant return to the stage in Kolkata on Sunday, just days after announcing his retirement from playback singing.
5L Bengal voters risk deletion after skipping SIR hearings
In West Bengal, around five lakh voters have skipped hearings under the Special Summary Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. This could lead to their names being deleted from the final voter list.
Bengali influencer arrested for allegedly molesting girlfriend
Shamik Adhikary, a popular social media influencer known as "Nonsane," was arrested in Kolkata on Thursday after his girlfriend accused him of forcibly detaining and molesting her.
3.7-magnitude earthquake rattles Lucknow, epicenter located in Gonda
An earthquake measuring 3.7 on the Richter scale shook parts of Uttar Pradesh near Lucknow. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) confirmed that the epicenter was located in Gonda, at a depth of 10km.
These planetariums may not be worth your time
India is home to several planetariums, which promise to take you on a fascinating journey through space and time.
Turkish flight carrying 236 passengers makes emergency landing in Kolkata
A Turkish Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Kolkata's Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport on Wednesday.
6.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Myanmar; tremors felt in Kolkata, Bangladesh
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Tuesday, with strong tremors felt in Kolkata and various parts of Bangladesh.
If heritage walks interest you, keep reading
India is dotted with heritage walks that give a glimpse into its rich history and culture.
'I'm Brahmin': Kolkata server arrested for serving YouTuber beef
A waiter at Olypub, a popular bar-cum-restaurant on Park Street in Kolkata, has been arrested after actor and YouTuber Sayak Chakraborty accused the establishment of serving him beef instead of mutton.
Amit Shah alleges corruption behind Kolkata warehouse fire
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has slammed the West Bengal government over the recent fire at Anandapur warehouses near Kolkata.
Veteran journalist Mark Tully passes away at 90
Renowned veteran journalist and chronicler of India, Mark Tully, passed away on Sunday in New Delhi. He was 90.
Odisha bags investment commitments worth ₹1L crore in Kolkata
The Odisha government has bagged investment commitments and proposals worth around ₹1 lakh crore during an investors' roadshow in Kolkata.
Planning to visit wax museums? You may skip these
India is home to some of the most famous wax museums, but not all of them live up to the hype.
ED moves SC over Mamata Banerjee's interference in I-PAC case
The Enforcement Directorate(ED) has filed a petition in the Supreme Court, alleging obstruction in its investigation of the I-PAC coal scam case by the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Bengaluru tops list of best Indian cities for women
Bengaluru has been ranked the best city for women in India, according to the "Top Cities for Women in India 2025" report by Avtar Group.
Mamata Banerjee leads mega march against ED raids at I-PAC
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday led a protest in Kolkata against the Enforcement Directorate (ED) following its raid on the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) office on Thursday.
TMC MPs protest outside Shah's office; Moitra, O'Brien dragged away
Several MPs of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) were detained after they staged a protest outside Union Home Minister Amit Shah's office in Delhi on Friday.
Mamata's protest rally today after ED, I-PAC raid standoff
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will lead a protest rally at 2pm on Friday against the recent Enforcement Directorate(ED) raids on the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) in Kolkata.
Shami, brother summoned for SIR hearing in Kolkata: Report
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has been summoned for an SIR verification hearing in Kolkata.
Victim's parents approve film on RG Kar rape-murder case
The parents of a young doctor who was allegedly raped and murdered at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College have now given their consent for a film on the incident. This comes after they had initially opposed the project.
Modi to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Guwahati-Kolkata
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon flag off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Class train on the Kolkata-Guwahati route.