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Amit Shah during a rally in West Bengal.

Shah sets BJP’s tone in Kolkata for 2026 WB Assembly elections

June 1, 2025, 12:14 PM - 5 min read

Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s two-day visit to Kolkata signals the BJP’s intent to galvanise its Bengal cadre ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. With strategic meetings, cultural homage, and a possible leadership reshuffle, Shah’s itinerary marks a decisive political moment in the state’s electoral narrative.

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The World War II-era siren in central Kolkata has been sounded every 23 January for 80 years, kept alive by the descendants of freedom fighter and local hero, Gopal Mukherjee.

Kolkata’s WWII siren still roars for Netaji’s legacy

May 31, 2025, 02:06 PM - 5 min read

In a quiet Kolkata lane, an 80-year-old World War II siren still echoes each year on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s birth anniversary—preserved by one family determined to honour their freedom fighter ancestor’s legacy of resistance, patriotism and pride.

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Rise in 'suicide pacts' in Kolkata raises concerns

March 6, 2025, 12:19 PM - 4 min read

A troubling rise in suicide pacts across Kolkata has alarmed mental health professionals and law enforcement. Experts warn of ‘copycat suicides,’ where one incident triggers similar acts. Psychiatrists stress the need for awareness campaigns, community vigilance, and responsible media coverage to break this dangerous cycle and prevent further tragedies.

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Bengaluru ranks third on the global index, following Kolkata.

City, not Bengaluru, tops India's slowest traffic

January 16, 2025, 09:52 PM - 2 min read

New Delhi ranks 10th in the index, with an average travel time of 23 minutes for a 10 km trip.

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40% of Kolkata bikers refuse to wear helmets

December 4, 2024, 10:35 PM - 2 min read

Road safety statistics underline the risk: in 2023, India recorded 1.73 lakh road accident deaths, the highest ever.

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Kolkata's luxury car owners hesitate on road tax payments

Kolkata's luxury car owners hesitate on road tax payments

November 16, 2024, 06:24 PM - 2 min read

Transport department records show that road tax dues for 1,931 high-end vehicles have reached Rs 70 crore, with owners showing little interest in following the rules despite repeated reminders.

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PM Narendra Modi with Union Ministers JP Nadda and Mansukh Mandaviya at the launch of multiple health projects in New Delhi, Tuesday.

PM Modi launches Rs 12,850 cr healthcare projects

October 29, 2024, 04:55 PM - 2 min read

He extended his government's flagship health insurance scheme Ayushman Bharat to all senior citizens aged 70 years and above.

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Cyclone Dana triggers widespread waterlogging in Kolkata

Cyclone Dana triggers widespread waterlogging in Kolkata

October 25, 2024, 01:55 PM - 3 min read

According to the regional Met office in Alipore, Kolkata received over 100 mm of rainfall till 11.30 am on Friday over the previous 24 hours.

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A yellow cab speeds by after rains in Kolkata. Via Unsplash.

Heavy rains lash Kolkata, more showers forecasted

September 14, 2024, 10:28 AM - 1 min read

The rains disrupted normal life as waterlogging was reported from parts of the city. Traffic was slow on arterial roads such as EM Bypass and Central Avenue, police said.

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A file photo of former West Bengal CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee.

Former West Bengal CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee passes at 80

August 8, 2024, 11:20 AM - 2 min read

Bhattacharjee, a former member of the CPM's top decision-making body, the Politburo, served as Bengal's Chief Minister from 2000 to 2011, succeeding Jyoti Basu.

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Bangladeshis stranded in Kolkata worried about ongoing violence

Bangladeshis stranded in Kol worried about ongoing violence

August 7, 2024, 07:22 PM - 2 min read

The disruption in communication channels has resulted in distress as they are unable to check whether their loved ones back home are safe or not.

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India's 122-yr-old Jewish bakery stops serving chicken patty

India's 122-yr-old Jewish bakery stops making chicken patty

July 31, 2024, 05:41 PM - 2 min read

Nahoum & Sons, situated in Kolkata, takes of chicken patty from its menu owing to unavailability of meat that meets specific Jewish religious standards for slaughter.

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