Politics
West Bengal Bypolls: Detailed Counting Arrangements Announced for Nandigram and Rejinagar
Kolkata: The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), West Bengal, has announced detailed arrangements for the counting of votes for the 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly bye-elections in Rejinagar (AC 70) and Nandigram (AC 210). Counting is scheduled for October 9. According to the press note issued on October 8, counting will be conducted […]
Forces
West Bengal Launches Dial 112 Emergency Service, 450 Police Cars and 450 Motorcycles Flagged Off
Kolkata: Residents of West Bengal can now seek emergency assistance through a single helpline number, 112, following the launch of the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on Saturday. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari inaugurated the service at around 11 am, marking a major step towards strengthening the state’s emergency response […]
410-Km ‘Hooghly Sankalp – MENU 2026’ Expedition Concludes at Kolkata’s Man o’ War Jetty
Kolkata: The 410-kilometre riverine expedition ‘Hooghly Sankalp – MENU 2026’, which began from Farakka, concluded successfully at Kolkata’s iconic Man o’ War Jetty on Thursday. The expedition, involving 60 Naval NCC cadets, marked its culmination with a grand flagging-in ceremony in Kolkata. The cadets arrived at the jetty accompanied by a vessel of the Inland […]
Kolkata
Eastern Railway Holds ‘Rail Jan Samvaad’ at Sealdah and Kolkata Stations to Promote Cleanliness and Passenger Participation
Kolkata: Eastern Railway organised ‘Rail Jan Samvaad’ and cleanliness activities across stations under its jurisdiction on Thursday as part of Indian Railways’ Special Campaign 6.0, which is being observed from October 2 to 31, 2026. The initiative focused on improving station cleanliness, waste management, environmental sustainability and direct interaction between railway officials and passengers. The […]
Paschim Putiary Tarun Dal Celebrates 23rd Durga Puja with Traditional Rituals and Cultural Programmes
Kolkata: The Durga Puja organised by Paschim Putiary Tarun Dal Club in South Kolkata is known for its traditional approach and Sabeki-style Durga idol. This year, the club celebrated the 23rd edition of its Durga Puja, placing special emphasis on cultural programmes to bring more people together and make the festivities more enjoyable for the […]
Kolkata Shines During Durga Puja, but Are Its Roads Safe? Another Chingrighata Flyover Accident Leaves Three Injured
Kolkata’s Durga Puja decorations received widespread appreciation, but was equal attention given to the safety of busy roads and flyovers? Concerns mount over road maintenance, surface conditions and regular inspections as questions are raised about preventing recurring two-wheeler accidents. Kolkata: Kolkata received widespread appreciation for its elaborate decorations and colourful lighting during Durga Puja. However, […]
