West Bengal: News
13 Jan 2024
Uttar Pradesh3 sadhus stripped, attacked in Bengal; 12 arrested
As many as 12 people were arrested after three sadhus (holy men), on their way to the Gangasagar Mela, were stripped and thrashed brutally by a mob on Thursday in West Bengal.
10 Jan 2024
OdishaFrom red ant chutney to khaje, exploring the GI-tagged delicacies
Odisha's red ant chutney also known as kai chutney, made with red weaver ants, was recently awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
06 Jan 2024
Enforcement Directorate (ED)Bengal ration scam: TMC's Shankar Adhya arrested amid mob attacks
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and former Bongaon Municipality Chairman, Shankar Adhya, in a ration distribution scam case.
05 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismSecluded beaches of India to visit on your next vacay
When you think of Indian beaches, Goa's Baga or Kerala's Kovalam may come to mind instantly.
05 Jan 2024
Enforcement Directorate (ED)ED team attacked in Bengal, TMC leader arrested during raids
An Enforcement Directorate (ED) team was reportedly attacked in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district on Friday.
31 Dec 2023
Bhagwant MannWhy Defence Ministry rejected Punjab, Bengal tableaus for R-day
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has rejected the Punjab and West Bengal governments' tableau proposals for the 2024 Republic Day parade, The Indian Express reported.
28 Dec 2023
WeddingsEastern elegance: Unveiling wedding wonders in India's east
Ever since the "Wed in India" message by our PM aired on 'Man Ki Bat', couples have been looking for great wedding spots in India to keep their cultural roots near them.
27 Dec 2023
Tamil NaduTamil Nadu: Blast at IOCL's plant in Chennai, 1 dead
One person was killed and another injured in an explosion at the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)'s plant at Tondiarpet in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday.
27 Dec 2023
Travel And TourismOffbeat holiday travel destinations to avoid crowded spots
As the New Year's long weekend approaches, many seek a calm break from the bustling chaos of polluted cities.
08 Dec 2023
India10 newborns, toddler die within a day in Bengal hospital
In a heartbreaking event, ten newborns and a two-year-old child reportedly passed away within a day at Murshidabad Medical College in West Bengal.
03 Dec 2023
Suvendu AdhikariBengal will witness 'Modi Tsunami' during Lok Sabha elections: Suvendu
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari claimed on Sunday that the performance of the saffron brigade in the assembly polls will significantly impact the political situation in West Bengal.
02 Dec 2023
Bangladesh5.6 magnitude earthquake rocks Bangladesh, tremors felt in Kolkata
An earthquake of 5.6 magnitude rocked numerous parts of Bangladesh on Saturday morning. The quake's epicenter was located nearly 48 kilometers southwest of Comilla.
29 Nov 2023
Narendra ModiExemplary bravery: PM Modi lauds Uttarkashi workers for their patience
Minutes after the 41 workers were rescued from the collapsed Uttarkashi tunnel in Uttarakhand on Tuesday night, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with them and lauded their bravery and perseverance during their 17-day ordeal.
27 Nov 2023
Train AccidentWest Bengal: 3 elephants killed after being hit by train
A heartbreaking train accident took place on Monday morning near Buxa Tiger Reserve in West Bengal's Alipurduar district.
21 Nov 2023
Reliance IndustriesReliance to invest Rs. 20,000cr in Bengal over 3 years
Mukesh Ambani, the chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), on Tuesday announced the company's intention to invest an additional Rs. 20,000 crore in West Bengal over the next three years.
21 Nov 2023
Kolkata PoliceWest Bengal governor alleges snooping in Raj Bhavan
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has claimed to have "reliable information" about snooping attempts in Raj Bhavan, his official residence.
17 Nov 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Heavy rain likely in Bengal, Odisha as cyclone Midhili intensifies
The deep depression over the Bay of Bengal on Friday morning has intensified into a cyclonic storm, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
16 Nov 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Midhili likely to make landfall in Bangladesh on Saturday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), on Thursday, warned of an upcoming cyclone that could impact India.
13 Nov 2023
Trinamool CongressWest Bengal: TMC leader shot dead, alleged assailant lynched
A Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader was shot dead in Joynagar, West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district, on Monday morning.
13 Nov 2023
Mahua MoitraTMC assigns new role to Mahua Moitra
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has appointed Mahua Moitra as district chief of Krishnanagar (Nadia North), which falls under her constituency in West Bengal.
12 Nov 2023
DiwaliDid you know these legends and stories relating to Diwali
Diwali, the biggest festival in India, is just around the corner and we are sure that most of you just can't wait to ring in the festivities.
11 Nov 2023
Trinamool CongressMay become paralyzed: Arrested Bengal minister in ration scam case
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Jyotipriya Mallick, arrested in the alleged multi-crore West Bengal ration scam case, claimed on Friday that his health was so bad that he might become paralyzed.
08 Nov 2023
Suvendu AdhikariBJP leader found hanging from tree, party demands CBI probe
In a shocking incident in West Bengal's Bankura, a local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Subhadeep Mishra, was found hanging from the branch of a tree on Wednesday.
05 Nov 2023
Border Security Force (BSF)Why BSF is 'deploying' bees on the India-Bangladesh border
The Border Security Force (BSF) has installed beehives on the India-Bangladesh border fence in West Bengal in a first-of-its-kind project, PTI reported.
05 Nov 2023
Calcutta High CourtWest Bengal to sell only QR-coded green firecrackers this Diwali
West Bengal has decided to sell only green crackers this Diwali in the state, owing to the increasing air pollution.
27 Oct 2023
Mahua MoitraCash-for-query row: Mahua Moitra to skip ethics panel summons
After the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee summoned Mahua Moitra on October 31 regarding the cash-for-query allegations against her, she asked the panel to fix another date after November 5, citing pre-scheduled engagements.
27 Oct 2023
Enforcement Directorate (ED)All you need to know about West Bengal 'ration scam'
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Jyotipriya Mallick after questioning him for more than 20 hours in connection with the alleged "ration scam" case in West Bengal.
24 Oct 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Hamoon intensifies, heavy rainfall alert in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said that Cyclone Hamoon has intensified into a "severe cyclonic storm" over the northwest Bay of Bengal.
18 Oct 2023
Durga PujaDurga Puja pandals in North Kolkata you shouldn't miss
As the Durga Puja fever sweeps through West Bengal, the streets burst into a riot of colors, resound with the beats of dhaak, and fill with the fragrant scent of incense.
14 Oct 2023
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)CBI busts passport racket in Sikkim, Bengal; 50 locations raided
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has busted a major fake passport racket in Sikkim and West Bengal, the Hindustan Times reported.
10 Oct 2023
Travel And TourismExploring Kiriteswari village, the Best Tourism Village of India 2023
The remote Kiriteswari village in West Bengal's Murshidabad district has been a hot topic in recent days after the Union Ministery of Tourism declared Kiriteswari as the "Best Tourism Village of India 2023."
09 Oct 2023
SikkimSikkim: Operation underway to rescue stranded tourists from Lachen, Lachung
Nearly a week after a cloudburst triggered devastating flash floods in Sikkim, the first batch of people stranded in the Lachen and Lachung towns were airlifted successfully by the Indian Army on Monday.
08 Oct 2023
SikkimSikkim flood: Death toll rises to 77, over 100 missing
The death toll in the Sikkim flash floods has climbed to 77, including nine Army personnel, AFP reported.
08 Oct 2023
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)Bengal municipal job scam: CBI raids TMC minister, MLA's residences
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday raided the homes of West Bengal minister and Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim and Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Madan Mitra, ANI reported.
06 Oct 2023
OdishaOdisha: Over 2,800 cases, 8 deaths from Scrub Typhus
At least eight people have died due to Scrub Typhus in Odisha, the state's health director said.
06 Oct 2023
Mahua MoitraTMC MP Mahua Moitra calls Union minister a 'liar'
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra accused Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti of lying about an appointment with the TMC delegation and said that the protests against the Centre would continue.
04 Oct 2023
University Grants CommissionBeware of these 20 fake universities, UGC releases list
The University Grants Commission (UGC), the regulatory authority overseeing higher education in India, has unveiled a list of 20 fake universities operating across the country.
30 Sep 2023
Durga PujaUnique pandals to look forward to this Durga Puja
West Bengal has long been known for its flamboyant, internationally renowned pandals, during Durga Puja, a festival that draws visitors from around the globe in addition to the local populace.
23 Sep 2022
Durga Puja5 popular Durga Puja pandals to visit in South Kolkata
A five-day festival that is nothing short of a carnival, Durga Puja is just around the corner!
