9 Dead in Kolkata Hotel Fire; 5 Bangladeshis Among Victims, PM Mourns
They were Debasish Dutta (39), a journalist of Ajker Patrika, his wife Afsana Sharmin (27), their son Swanashis (3) and father-in-law of Debasish Mohammad Akram Ali (64). Dutta checked into the hotel on Tuesday with his family members after returning from Bengaluru where his wife underwent treatment. The fifth Bangladeshi national, Ahmed Babu (40), was a businessman from Dhaka.
Tragic Fire in Kolkata Hotel Claims Nine Lives, Five Identified as Bangladeshi Nationals
Kolkata, August 19: A devastating fire at the Shikha Inn hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in Kolkata early Wednesday morning has resulted in the tragic deaths of nine individuals. The Deputy High Commission of Bangladesh in Kolkata has confirmed that five of the deceased are Bangladeshi nationals. According to the Deputy High Commission, four of ... Read more Tragic Fire in Kolkata Hotel Claims Nine Lives, Five Identified as Bangladeshi Nationals
Bengal: Six bodies identified in Kolkata hotel fire tragedy
Kolkata, Aug 19 (IANS) The police administration till Wednesday evening had identified six out of nine individuals killed in the fire incident at a hotel building on Mirza Ghalib Street in central Kolkata on Wednesday. Among the six bodies identified so far, five were residents of neighbouring Bangladesh, while one was a resident of Giridih []
West Bengal Hotel Fire: Official Suspended for Safety Clearance After Tragic Incident
Kolkata, August 19: An official from the fire department has been suspended following a tragic fire incident at the Bideshini hotel in Tarapith, Birbhum district, which resulted in the deaths of nine people. Fire Station Officer Abhay Chaudhary had granted clearance to the hotels fire fighting system after conducting an inspection. In response to this ... Read more West Bengal Hotel Fire: Official Suspended for Safety Clearance After Tragic Incident
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Massive fire at Kolkata hotel: 9 people, including 5 Bangladeshi nationals, killed
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered the formation of a five-member special investigation team (SIT) immediately to conduct a comprehensive inquiry into this incident
Kolkata High Court Issues Interim Stay on Recruitment Merit List for 12,000 Police Constables
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After deadly hotel fire, Kolkata administration orders sweeping safety checks across the city
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Bengal court issues arrest warrant against Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra in hate speech case
Kolkata, Aug 19 (IANS) A court in West Bengals Krishnanagar issued an arrest warrant against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra in a case of controversial comments regarding the Indian Army on Wednesday. It is alleged that Mahua did not appear in court despite being summoned several times in this case. That is why an arrest []
Tragic Hotel Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives, BJP Leader Questions Fire Safety Measures
Kolkata, August 19: A devastating fire at the Shikha Inn hotel in Kolkata has resulted in the deaths of nine individuals, with several others injured. During the rescue operation, approximately 80 people were safely evacuated. The incident created chaos in the area, prompting local authorities to initiate relief and rescue efforts. BJP leader Bhola Sonkar ... Read more Tragic Hotel Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives, BJP Leader Questions Fire Safety Measures
At least 9, including foreign nationals, killed in Kolkata hotel fire
Kolkata Hotel Fire: Altogether 80 persons have been rescued, the state Fire minister said. The PM and CM expressed condolences. This comes close on the heels of death of nine pilgrims in Tarapith few days back.
Kolkata hotel fire: Nine killed, SIT formed to probe blaze
A Kolkata hotel fire on Mirza Ghalib Street killed nine people, including a child, and saw around 60 others rescued. Kolkata Police has formed an SIT to probe the blaze, while the West Bengal government plans checks on hotel permits and fire licences
It was like a horror movie: Kolkata hotel fire survivors recount night of terror
Another hotel fire kills nine in India as Kolkata blaze sparks safety probe
A FIRE at a hotel in Kolkata killed nine people, including a child, on Wednesday, marking another deadly hotel blaze in India within days as authorities investigated possible safety failures. Nine people were killed, including a child, in the fire that broke out early on Wednesday, Anuj Sharma, the fire services director of West Bengal state, told AFP. Thick smoke enveloped the hotel. Some victims were found in the bathrooms. Delhi hotel fire kills at least 21 people Preliminary information suggested an air conditioner at the budget Shika Inn hotel may have exploded and caused the fire, Sharma said. A forensic team was deployed to examine the scene after firefighters brought the blaze under control. Police said 60 guests were staying at the hotel. Media reports said six people were injured and taken to hospital for treatment. Firefighters used ladders to enter the building through windows and rescue people trapped inside. The dense smoke made it difficult for firefighters to climb the staircase and reach the upper floors, a police officer was quoted as saying by the Press Trust of India news agency. Some victims were likely Bangladeshi nationals who had travelled to Kolkata for medical treatment, said Santosh Pathak, a member of West Bengal's ruling party. Fire at training centre in India's Lucknow kills at least 15 We are trying to confirm the nationality of the victims, he told reporters. The Indian Express newspaper, quoting police sources, said three of the dead were from Bangladesh. Atiyar Rehman, a guest from Satkhira in Bangladesh, told the English-language daily that the hotel had no fire safety system. We woke up struggling to breathe in the smoke. We somehow managed to escape, Rehman said. Ten critically ill patients die in hospital fire in Odisha West Bengal's fire minister, Kaushik Chaudhary, said police were probing possible safety lapses at the hotel. On Monday, eight people died in a hotel fire in Tarapith, while building fires remain common in India due to a lack of firefighting equipment and routine disregard for safety regulations. Prime minister Narendra Modi said he was extremely pained by the loss of life. (With inputs from agencies)
Massive Kolkata hotel fire leaves 9 dead, 6 injured
A massive blaze at a Kolkata hotel early Wednesday killed nine people, including a child, and injured six others. The incident took place around 1:30 a.m. on Free School Street near New Market in central Kolkata. Upon receiving information about the blaze, fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the flames. Several guests []
Journalist, three family members from Kushtia among nine killed in Kolkata hotel fire
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Kolkata hotel fire: 'The staff were fast asleep'
A devastating fire at a Kolkata hotel claimed nine lives, including a child and two women, in the early hours of Wednesday. Survivors recounted a terrifying experience, highlighting the absence of fire alarms and safety equipment, and the difficulty of escape due to dense smoke and a single exit. This incident follows another fatal hotel fire in Birbhum.
Kolkata Hotel Fire Kills 9, Six Injured; 80 Rescued As Safety Norms Face Serious Questions
A massive hotel fire in Kolkatas Mirza Ghalib Street has killed at least nine people and injured six others. Around 80 people were rescued from the five-storey building, while dense smoke made the rescue operation difficult. Officials said the deceased were reportedly Bangladeshi citizens visiting Kolkata for medical treatment. West Bengal Fire Minister Kaushik Chowdhury raised concerns over alleged safety and construction violations, while a short circuit is being considered as a possible cause. Meanwhile, another hotel fire in Birbhums Tarapith killed eight people, taking the two-day toll to at least 17.
West Bengal Government to Audit Hotels Following Kolkata Fire Incident
Kolkata, August 19: The West Bengal government has decided to conduct an audit of all hotels and lodges in Kolkata following a recent fire incident. State Fire Services Minister Kaushik Choudhury announced this decision on Wednesday. Minister Choudhury stated that he had a detailed discussion with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari regarding the matter. It was ... Read more West Bengal Government to Audit Hotels Following Kolkata Fire Incident
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Kolkata fire deaths caused by asphyxia, not burns: Minister
A devastating fire in a central Kolkata building resulted in nine deaths, primarily due to asphyxia, and the rescue of around 80 people. West Bengal minister Kaushik Chowdhury highlighted the quick response of the Fire Brigade but raised concerns about safety norms, lack of windows, and the proliferation of cramped hotels within the building. An investigation committee will be formed, and fire audits will be conducted across all hotels in the state.
Kolkata hotel fire: Nine died of suffocation, initial findings show
Nine people, including two women and a child, died in a fire at a hotel building on Mirza Ghalib Street in Central Kolkata early Wednesday. Initial findings by police and the West Bengal Fire Services Department suggest the victims died from suffocation rather than burn injuries, with thick smoke and narrow exits hampering evacuation
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Nine killed, several injured in massive hotel fire in Kolkatas Mirza Ghalib Street
Nine killed, several injured in massive hotel fire in Kolkatas Mirza Ghalib Street
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Short circuit, ventilation failures, narrow exits: Inside Kolkata hotel fire that killed 9
At least nine killed in hotel fire in India
Aug 19 (Reuters) At least nine people were killed, including a child, in a fire at a hotel in Indias eastern city of Kolkata on Wednesday, local police said. The fire broke out at around 2:50 a.m. local time on the second floor of the hotel building and was brought under control within an hour, a senior police officer told Reuters. Around 30 people were evacuated safely in the incident, which may have been triggered by electrical short circuiting, the officer said. The exact cause of the blaze is yet to be ascertained, he added. Local media reported injuries,
9 Dead, 6 Injured in Kolkata Hotel Fire; Bangladeshis Among Deceased
Kolkata hotel fire kills nine, including a four-year-old child, and injures six others. Bangladeshis are among the deceased as a probe into the blaze begins.
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4-year-old, eight others die in Kolkata hotel fire
Kolkata: At least nine people, including a four-year-old child, died and six were injured in an early Wednesday fire, August 19, at a dingy five-storey building on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata that housed several hotels, police said. Five fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the blaze that erupted around 1:45 am. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kolkata Hotel Fire: 9 Dead, Including Child; Several Injured In Midnight Blaze
Nine people died and six were injured after a midnight hotel fire engulfed central Kolkata.
Bangladeshis among 9 killed in Kolkata hotel fire
A devastating fire in a five-storey building housing multiple hotels in central Kolkata resulted in the deaths of at least nine people, including a child, and injured six others. Firefighters rescued 80 individuals, but dense smoke hampered operations. Authorities suspect a short circuit and allege significant safety and construction norm violations by the building management. The owner is currently absconding, and police have initiated legal proceedings and raids.
9 Bangladeshis killed in Kolkata hotel fire
Initial reports suggest an AC explosion may have sparked the fire
Tragic Hotel Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives, Including a Child
Kolkata, August 19: A devastating fire broke out at a hotel on Free School Street in Kolkatas New Market area during the midnight hours between Tuesday and Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of nine individuals, including a child. Six others sustained injuries and were hospitalized for treatment. Firefighters and a disaster management team responded promptly ... Read more Tragic Hotel Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives, Including a Child
Kolkata Hotel Fire: 9 Bangladeshi Citizens Killed, 6 Injured In Mirza Galib Street Blaze
At least nine people died, and six were injured in a fire at a hotel on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata early on Wednesday night, police said. The deceased were Bangladeshi citizens who arrived here for medical treatment. Five fire
Massive Kolkata hotel fire kills 9, several injured
The blaze erupted around 2 a.m.; at least 15 others were rescued from the hotel
At least 9 killed, six injured in massive fire at hotel in Kolkata
At least nine people died, and six were injured in a fire at a hotel on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata early on Wednesday night, police said. Five fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the blaze that erupted around 1.45 am. Police and Disaster Management Department personnel reached the spot for the rescue operation. The injured have been taken to a nearby hospital. The dense smoke made it difficult for firefighters to climb the staircase and reach the upper floors. While nine people have died, more deaths are feared, a police officer told PTI. Our priority is to rescue those trapped and determine the reasons for the fire. The flames have been doused, and the cooling process is underway, he added. West Bengal Fire Department headquarters is located close to the hotel building.
At least nine dead and several injured in Kolkata hotel fire
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Kolkata Hotel Tragedy: Nine Killed, Six Injured In Massive Fire Near New Market
A major fire on Kolkata's Free School Street killed at least nine people and injured six as it spread to nearby hotels, prompting rescue and firefighting efforts.
At least nine dead in massive Kolkata hotel fire
Kolkata, Aug 19: At least nine people died, and six were injured in a fire at a hotel on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata early on Wednesday night, police said. Five fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the blaze that erupted around 1.45 am. Police and Disaster Management Department personnel reached the spot for the rescue operation. The injured have been taken to a nearby hospital. The dense smoke made it difficult for firefighters to climb the staircase and reach the upper floors. While nine people have died, more deaths are feared, a police officer told PTI. Our priority is to rescue those trapped and determine the reasons for the fire. The flames have been doused, and the cooling process is underway, he added. West Bengal Fire Department headquarters is located close to the hotel building.
9 Bangladeshi Nationals Killed In Kolkata Hotel Fire, AC Blast Suspected
Initial reports suggest the fire may have been triggered by an air-conditioner explosion, though the exact cause is yet to be confirmed.
9 Dead In Fire At Hotel In Kolkata, AC Blast Suspected
At least nine people, including a child, were killed after a massive fire broke out at a hotel in Kolkata in the early hours of Wednesday. The blaze erupted around 2:00 am, trapping several guests inside the building and triggering a major rescue operation. Initial reports suggest the fire may have been triggered by an air-conditioner explosion, though the exact cause is yet to be confirmed. The fire broke out at a hotel on Free School Street near New Market, one of the city's busiest and most densely populated areas.
Kolkata hotel fire: Nine dead, six injured in massive blaze at Mirza Ghalib Street in West Bengal
A massive fire erupted at a hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in Kolkata. At least nine people died and six others were injured in the incident. All deceased individuals were identified as Bangladeshi nationals seeking medical treatment. Firefighters rushed to the scene and worked through the night to control the blaze. The exact cause of the devastating fire remains under investigation by authorities.
JSU challenges Shree Cement mining in NGT, eyes High Court next
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9 killed after massive fire breaks out at hotel in Kolkata
A Kolkata hotel fire claimed nine lives early Wednesday morning. Six individuals sustained injuries and received immediate medical attention. Meanwhile, a separate incident in Birbhum resulted in seven fatalities. This second fire occurred at a private hotel in Tarapith on Tuesday. Investigations into the causes of both tragic fires are currently underway.
9 people killed as fire tears through Kolkata hotel, several injured
people killed as fire tears through Kolkata hotel several injured
Kolkata High Court Issues Interim Stay on Verification of Caste Certificates in West Bengal
Kolkata, August 19: The Calcutta High Court has ordered an interim stay on a recent notification from the West Bengal government regarding the verification of caste certificates issued in the state. The division bench, comprising Acting Chief Justice Tapa Brata Chakraborty and Justice Atarup Banerjee, stated that the stay on the governments notification, issued on ... Read more Kolkata High Court Issues Interim Stay on Verification of Caste Certificates in West Bengal
Pressers, meetings cancelled in Kolkata due to BJP pressure: CJP
You cannot stop the cockroaches in this way. The more they try to prevent us, the more youth will come forward, says co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka
Kolkata High Court Expresses Discontent Over Appointment of School Teachers for Census Work
Kolkata, August 19: The Kolkata High Court expressed its dissatisfaction on Tuesday regarding the appointment of school teachers for census work in West Bengal. Justice Krishna Rao, presiding over a single-judge bench, questioned whether the central government consulted the state government before deciding to appoint school teachers for this task. Earlier, the Kolkata High Court ... Read more Kolkata High Court Expresses Discontent Over Appointment of School Teachers for Census Work
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Kolkata, August 19: West Bengals Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh has recently alleged that during the Trinamool Congress (TMC) regime, numerous tea garden lands in North Bengal were sold illegally. He claims that the proceeds from these unlawful sales were funneled into the TMC party fund. Ghosh, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator from Siliguri, made ... Read more West Bengal Minister Accuses TMC of Corruption in Tea Gardens
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Protests Erupt Against TMC MP Sougata Roy Outside Kolkata Airport
Kolkata, August 18: A group of protesters, including members of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), confronted Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Sougata Roy outside Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Tuesday. The demonstrators surrounded Roys vehicle, waving black flags and displaying shoes in a show of dissent. They chanted slogans such as Go back and ... Read more Protests Erupt Against TMC MP Sougata Roy Outside Kolkata Airport
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Kolkata, August 18: The Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) has reportedly canceled its scheduled meeting in Kolkata due to last-minute refusal from the venue owner. The meeting was set to take place in a hall in North Kolkata. CJP co-convener Ashutosh Ranka announced the cancellation on social media Tuesday afternoon. In his post, Ranka stated, Our ... Read more CJP Meeting in Kolkata Canceled Amid Allegations of Intimidation
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Meghalaya limestone mining: NGT plea challenges Shree Cement public hearing
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1 dead, 15 injured as 3-storey building collapses in Kolkata after heavy rain
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Ritabrata Banerjee Remains Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Amid Legal Dispute
Kolkata, August 18: Ritabrata Banerjee, a former Trinamool Congress MLA expelled from the party, will continue to serve as the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly. The Calcutta High Courts division bench has referred a petition challenging Banerjees appointment back to a single bench. Justices Shampa Sarkar and Ajay Kumar Gupta declined ... Read more Ritabrata Banerjee Remains Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Amid Legal Dispute
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