Political Turmoil Over Annapurna Bhandar Scheme in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 30: A political storm has erupted in West Bengal over the Annapurna Bhandar scheme. Following accusations from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), BJP leader Rahul Sinha sharply responded, stating that if TMC remains silent on this issue, it will be beneficial for them. In an interview, Sinha remarked, TMC has no right to speak ... Read more Political Turmoil Over Annapurna Bhandar Scheme in West Bengal
Heavy rain andthunderstorms batter Kolkataand surrounding
Air, rail, and metro serviceshitasasquall passes over Kolkata; severalcars acrossKolkata and Salt Lakewere crushed under uprooted trees
Analysis | From Kanthi, Not Kolkata: What Sets Suvendu Adhikari Apart
Suvendu Adhikari is West Bengal's first chief minister in 55 years who hails from outside Kolkata.
Delip Ghosh Advocates for Action Against Illegal Immigration to Restore Peace in Bengal
Kolkata, May 30: Delip Ghosh, a minister in the West Bengal government, has responded to the issue of illegal immigrants residing in the state, emphasizing that resolving this matter is crucial for restoring peace in Bengal. Speaking to reporters in West Midnapore on Saturday morning, Ghosh stated, Currently, illegal immigrants are voluntarily returning to Bangladesh. ... Read more Delip Ghosh Advocates for Action Against Illegal Immigration to Restore Peace in Bengal
On 30 May, gold prices in India remained stable, with 24-karat gold priced at 156,810 per 10 grams. Silver prices also showed limited movement, with 999 Fine silver at 267,790 per kg.
Petrol, diesel prices today: Fuel prices in India remained steady on May 30, offering a brief respite after recent increases. Prices, however, remain elevated due to a surge in global crude oil rates and ongoing geopolitical tensions. This pause comes after significant hikes that pushed fuel prices to their highest level since May 2022. Consumption patterns also indicate strong growth in petrol and diesel sales across several districts.
West Bengal CM Announces Compensation for Families Affected by Storm Tragedy
Kolkata, May 30: A sudden and severe storm hit West Bengal on Friday afternoon, causing significant destruction. Tragically, seven people lost their lives due to this natural disaster. In response, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a compensation of 4 lakh for the families of the deceased. The Chief Minister explained that these fatalities were caused ... Read more West Bengal CM Announces Compensation for Families Affected by Storm Tragedy
Remembering Rituparno Ghosh: A Visionary of Bengali Cinema
New Delhi, May 29: Rituparno Ghosh, born on August 31, 1963, into a Bengali family in Kolkata, inherited a rich artistic legacy. His father, Sunil Ghosh, was a painter and documentary filmmaker, while his mother was also an artist. Ghoshs journey began at South Point High School and continued through Maulana Azad College to Jadavpur ... Read more Remembering Rituparno Ghosh: A Visionary of Bengali Cinema
Tanishaa Mukerji says Kajol paid for her and mom Tanuja's vintage home set-up
Filmmaker Farah Khan visited Tanishaa Mukerji's home, impressed by its blend of old Kolkata nostalgia and Turkish aesthetics. The spacious living area, elegant staircase, and antique dining table captivated Farah. Tanishaa revealed the furniture is from her mother Tanuja's previous residence, and the family has a strong presence in the area.
7 killed as storm batters West Bengal districts
Seven people died in West Bengal on Friday after severe storms and squalls hit Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, South 24 Parganas and other districts, causing electrocution, house collapses and widespread damage.
Surajit Nath Mitra Appointed as New Advocate General of West Bengal
Kolkata, May 29: Senior lawyer Surajit Nath Mitra has been appointed as the new Advocate General of West Bengal. He succeeds Kishore Dutta, who resigned on May 5, just a day after the results of the recent West Bengal Assembly elections were announced. Mitra has over four decades of experience in legal practice, specializing in ... Read more Surajit Nath Mitra Appointed as New Advocate General of West Bengal
Kolkata: Suvendu: Census Starts In WB From Aug, Will End In Feb
The second phase will see the Census officials conducting house listing operations from August 16 to September 14 as part of field operations: Reports
West Bengal Census to Begin on August 1, Says Chief Minister
Kolkata, May 29: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Friday that the census will commence on August 1. He attributed the delay in the process to the previous governments lax approach under Mamata Banerjee. During an emergency meeting at the Nabanna state secretariat, CM Adhikari stated, The central government sent a message last ... Read more West Bengal Census to Begin on August 1, Says Chief Minister
8th Pay Commission key updates: Nationwide consultations in full swing 10 FAQs answered
Check out the latest updates on the 8th Pay Commission as of 29 May 2026, including an extension of the memorandum submission deadline and the announcement of a Kolkata visit.
Controversy Surrounds Kolkata Airport Development Due to Mosque Location
Kolkata, May 29: The development of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is facing delays due to a mosque located near the secondary runway. BJP legislator Sourav Sikdar has voiced concerns over the mosques presence, stating that discussions are ongoing regarding its removal. He emphasized that the mosque is obstructing runway expansion and poses safety ... Read more Controversy Surrounds Kolkata Airport Development Due to Mosque Location
Kolkata weather: City sees rain and storms today, heres what forecast says this week
Kolkata is bracing for another spell of stormy weather on Friday, May 29, with thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds expected in the afternoon. The city will experience generally cloudy skies with temperatures around 35C. This wet spell is anticipated to continue through the weekend and into the following week, offering relief from humid conditions.
Abhijit Majumdar Resigns from TMC, Labels Party as Trinamool Muslim Congress
Kolkata, May 29: Abhijit Majumdar, a leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and candidate from Guwahati in Assam, has officially resigned from the party. He sent his resignation letter via email to TMC chief Mamata Banerjee. Majumdar accused the TMC of having developed an image as a party solely for Muslims in Assam. He stated ... Read more Abhijit Majumdar Resigns from TMC, Labels Party as Trinamool Muslim Congress
Kolkata Police to upgrade riot-control gear, forms panel to assess equipment quality
Kolkata Police should be equipped with gear comparable to that used by Delhi Police, CRPF, and other central armed police forces, a senior official quoted the Chief Minister as saying during the meeting
11 holding centres set up in Bengal, 335 suspected infiltrators lodged
Kolkata: As part of its detect, delete and deport policy, the West Bengal government has so far set up 11 holding centres for suspected illegal immigrants, and 335 detainees are currently being housed in such facilities, officials said on Friday, May 29. Basirhat in North 24 Parganas district, bordering Bangladesh, accounts for the largest number 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 .
BJP leader Dilip Ghosh seen riding a motorbike during the morning in Kolkata
Minister Dilip Ghosh Questions Legality of Mosque at Kolkata Airport
Kolkata, May 29: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh addressed reporters regarding the construction of a mosque at Kolkata Airport. He emphasized that while many religious places have been established in Bengal, they should be respected rather than used for land encroachment. Ghosh raised concerns about how the mosque was allowed to be built at the ... Read more Minister Dilip Ghosh Questions Legality of Mosque at Kolkata Airport
West Bengal Chief Minister to Lead Meeting on Accelerating Census Process
Kolkata, May 29: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will preside over a meeting at the state secretariat, Nabanna, on Friday to discuss ways to expedite the census process in the state. The decision to initiate the census was made during the first meeting of the newly formed cabinet on May 11, led by Suvendu ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister to Lead Meeting on Accelerating Census Process
TMCs Electoral Setback: Sukendu Shekhar Roy Addresses Voter List Concerns
Kolkata, May 29: Sukendu Shekhar Roy, a Member of Parliament from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), criticized the removal of names from the voter list in West Bengal, calling it a mistake. He stated that some legitimate voters were inadvertently excluded, but following a recent Supreme Court ruling, there is no risk of losing citizenship. In ... Read more TMCs Electoral Setback: Sukendu Shekhar Roy Addresses Voter List Concerns
Former West Bengal Minister Challenges ED Arrest in Kolkata High Court
Kolkata, May 29: Former West Bengal Fire Services Minister Sujit Bose has approached the Kolkata High Court, challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a municipal recruitment scam worth millions. The hearing is scheduled for Friday before a single-judge bench led by Justice Shampa Dutta Paul. Bose, a three-time Trinamool Congress ... Read more Former West Bengal Minister Challenges ED Arrest in Kolkata High Court
Morning namaz moved from Red Road to Brigade Parade Ground this year, while public animal slaughter and roadside festivities remain prohibited under the new rules of the BJP government in the State; Hindu cow owners complain of economic distress due to sluggish cattle sale.
In a First in Many Years, Kolkata Eid Namaz Shifts to Brigade Parade Ground From Red Road
The venue right in front of the Indian Army's Eastern Command headquarters, Vijay Durg erstwhile Fort William, has been changed this year after the new government led by chief minister Suvendu Adhikari restricted events blocking roads in the city and state.
The recent poll debacle in the West Bengal assembly has triggered a domino effect in the Trinamool Congress, which saw fresh resignations on Thursday. The latest high-profile resignation comes from former Rajya Sabha MP Santanu Sen who stepped down as TMC national spokesperson. Who is Santanu Sen? Santanu Sen is a doctor-turned-politician and a former Rajya Sabha MP. Currently, he a councillor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation. It should be noted that he has not quit Trinamool Congress. Why did Santanu Sen quit as TMC spokesperson? In his resignation letter to TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee, Santanu Sen slammed that party over the controversy surrounding the RG Kar rape and murder case, job scams, unethical acts and corruption. Sen himself was a former student and doctor associated with RG Kar. He was one of the few TMC leaders who publicly pointed out the irregularities at the medical college. After embarrassing the party leadership, TMC suspended him for anti-party activities and removed him from the post of spokesperson. However, he was reinstated later. Accepting the people's verdict, I have decided to resign from the post of national spokesperson, wrote Sen. He said he is a loyal soldier of Trinamool Congress since the inception of the party, but pointed out that he was no longer comfortable in publicly defending controversies linked to TMC. In several difficult situations, even when my conscience did not agree, I fought publicly for the party in television debates and media platforms and had to face criticism from common people, he wrote. But now, when people have rejected us over the RG Kar incident, job scam and various unethical acts and corruption, my conscience no longer permits me to support these as a spokesperson. Sen made headlines when he congratulated the Suvendu Adhikari government. On Wednesday, he offered to cooperate with any investigation related to the RG Kar rape-murder case. I remained silent for a long time because of concerns about my daughter's career. Now she has become a doctor herself, and I have no more hesitation, he had said. Resignations rattle TMC Before Sen, several other TMC leaders also quit key organisational posts. Lok Sabha MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar on Tuesday resigned from her organisational posts. TMC councillor Arup Chakraborty on Wednesday quit as a party spokesperson and stepped down from his position in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation's public accounts committee. Sushanta Ghosh, another TMC councillor, quit the post of borough chairman.
TMC Resignations Continue as Arup Chakraborty and Shantanu Sen Step Down from Spokesperson Roles
Kolkata, May 28: The wave of resignations in the Trinamool Congress (TMC) continues as councilor Arup Chakraborty resigned from his position as party spokesperson on Thursday. In an email to party leadership, he cited personal reasons for his departure. This follows the resignation of former Rajya Sabha MP Shantanu Sen from the same role. In ... Read more TMC Resignations Continue as Arup Chakraborty and Shantanu Sen Step Down from Spokesperson Roles
TMC Office in Kolkata Uncovers Multiple Aadhaar Cards
Kolkata, May 28: Several Aadhaar cards were discovered at a Trinamool Congress (TMC) office in the Tangra area of Kolkata on Thursday. According to reports, the office located on East Kuliya Road had been closed since the results of the assembly elections were announced on May 4. Local residents broke the lock to enter the ... Read more TMC Office in Kolkata Uncovers Multiple Aadhaar Cards
Saurav Ganguly biopic: Rajkummar Rao`s first look from Eden Garden goes viral
As Rajkummar Rao continues to shoot the much-anticipated Sourav Ganguly biopic, the actor`s first look as the legendary cricketer from the Kolkata schedule has now gone viral on the internet. Rao is seen filming at the Eden Gardens in the pictures
'Dada': Rajkummar Rao begins Sourav Ganguly biopic shoot in Kolkata
Actor Rajkummar Rao has commenced shooting for the biopic on former Indian men's cricket captain Sourav Ganguly.
Man Arrested for Fraudulently Claiming Benefits from West Bengals Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme
Kolkata, May 28: A man was arrested on Thursday in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, for allegedly posing as a woman to receive financial assistance under the states Lakshmi Bhandar scheme. The accused, identified as Rakibul Sheikh, had reportedly been receiving funds from the scheme for two years. The Lakshmi Bhandar scheme is specifically designed for ... Read more Man Arrested for Fraudulently Claiming Benefits from West Bengals Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme
Eid-ul-Azha Prayers Held in Kolkata, Mayor Calls for Prosperity
Kolkata, May 28: On the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, TMC leader and Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim addressed reporters, expressing hopes for everyones well-being and happiness. He emphasized the importance of living with humanity and helping one another. Firhad Hakims daughter, Priyadarshini Hakim, extended Eid greetings to all. She urged that no actions should cause distress to ... Read more Eid-ul-Azha Prayers Held in Kolkata, Mayor Calls for Prosperity
Eid al-Adha celebrations 2026: Kolkatas Red Road stays open during Eid for first time since 1976
Kolkata, May 28: West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh has launched a strong attack on the previous state government amid the Eid celebrations. He addressed issues related to FIRs against Mamata Banerjee and her leaders in Siliguri, comments by Suvendu Adhikari on Bangladesh, and the controversy surrounding 30 lakh suspicious names in the Lakshmi Bhandar scheme. ... Read more BJP Governments Tough Stance on Illegal Immigration, Thousands Preparing to Return to Bangladesh: Dilip Ghosh
Major Cash Haul Linked to TMC Chairman in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 28: West Bengal police revealed on Thursday that they uncovered a staggering cash amount from the fields of Dipankar Bhattacharya, the chairman of the Trinamool Congress-controlled Baduria Municipality in North 24 Parganas district. The authorities discovered four trolley bags and one sack filled with cash during their search. Dipankar Bhattacharya was arrested last ... Read more Major Cash Haul Linked to TMC Chairman in West Bengal
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, earned special appreciation from former West Indies and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star Andre Russell.
Mamata Banerjees Poetic Message Amid TMCs Internal Turmoil
Kolkata, May 28: Amid rising internal strife within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and ongoing criticism directed at General Secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee, former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has penned a poem titled Chameleon. This piece serves as an indirect message to the partys dissenters. On Wednesday night, Mamata shared the ... Read more Mamata Banerjees Poetic Message Amid TMCs Internal Turmoil
West Bengal Government Allocates 142.79 Acres to BSF for Border Security
Kolkata, May 28: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Wednesday that a total of 142.79 acres of land has been allocated to the Border Security Force (BSF) for the establishment of border outposts and barbed wire fencing. In a post on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister stated that the state ... Read more West Bengal Government Allocates 142.79 Acres to BSF for Border Security
TMC Leaders Stage Protest Outside Assembly Speakers Chamber in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 28: The political landscape in West Bengal has heated up once again. On Wednesday, the Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly, Shobhandeb Chattopadhyay, along with fellow TMC leader Kunal Ghosh, staged a protest outside the Assembly Speakers chamber. They claim they were ignored when they sought a meeting with the Speaker. According ... Read more TMC Leaders Stage Protest Outside Assembly Speakers Chamber in West Bengal
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This time, Eid celebrations will be different in West Bengal, with the mass congregation taking place at the Brigade Parade Ground, instead of Red Road, where around three lakh people gather to offer namaz twice a year. The new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government has prohibited offering prayers on roads by blocking the traffic, which is why Friday prayers and the Eid namaz are taking place on at the Brigade Parade Ground and within mosques. Preparations have been made on the ground to accommodate the huge turnout. If we didnt get permission on Red Road, we got permission on Brigade Parade Ground, which is a bigger spacethere is no problem. The place has changed but it is an open space, said Shafique Qazmi, the shahi imam of Nakhoda Masjid, while agreeing that the country and the Muslim community needed to progress. People should offer sacrifice responsibly. There is no need to worry. Offer sacrifice responsibly, offer namaz responsibly, he added. Others offering namaz this year at theBrigade Parade Ground were also of the same opinion. If the roads are a hinderance, if the sacrifice of a big animal hurts the sentiments of our fellow brothers, then religiously we should do it. It is not mandatory we sacrifice a cow, said Imran Zaki from Kolkata. We need to build bridges, not wars. We have always been part of a shared future. The permission to use the Brigade Parade Ground was given by the Army and approved by the Kolkata police after a request from the Calcutta Khilafat Committee, which is the organisation that officially sought permission to offer namaz at both locationsboth of which are under their jurisdiction. The BJP's new diktat has been followed over the last few weeks, and on Eid, several people flocking to the mosque for prayers will pray in two batches. The government also invoked the 1950 Animal Slaughter Act, where cows and buffaloes below the age of 14 could not be slaughtered. A certificate has to be obtained by the panchayat veterinary doctor that the animal is ailing and fit for slaughter. Slaughtering also cannot take place in public places and can only take place in municipal slaughterhouses. If there are restrictions on slaughtering one animal there is no problem, noted the imam of Nakhoda Masjid. In contrast, the former Left Front and Trinamool Congress (TMC) governments neither stopped prayers from being offered on roads, nor imposed restrictions on animal slaughter and restrictions in public places.
Eid-ul-Azha Celebrations: A Call for Brotherhood and Social Harmony
New Delhi, May 27: Eid-ul-Azha, also known as Bakrid, will be celebrated across the country on Thursday. On this occasion, various religious leaders and community representatives have conveyed messages of brotherhood, sacrifice, and social harmony. Imam Shafiq Qasmi of the Nakhoda Mosque in Kolkata extended greetings to people of all faiths during Eid-ul-Azha. He emphasized ... Read more Eid-ul-Azha Celebrations: A Call for Brotherhood and Social Harmony
West Bengal Mourns the Sudden Passing of Acclaimed Filmmaker Anik Dutta
Kolkata, May 27: The sudden death of renowned Bengali filmmaker and National Award winner Anik Dutta has sent shockwaves throughout West Bengal. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has expressed his condolences regarding Duttas passing. He shared a heartfelt message on the social media platform X, conveying his sorrow over the loss. In his post, CM Adhikari ... Read more West Bengal Mourns the Sudden Passing of Acclaimed Filmmaker Anik Dutta
West Bengals Eid al-Adha Regulations: Imam Shafiq Qasmi Clarifies Existing Laws
Kolkata, May 27: Imam Shafiq Qasmi of Kolkatas Nakhoda Mosque has responded to the West Bengal governments new regulations regarding Eid al-Adha. In an interview, he reassured the public that there is no need for concern, as the rules being enforced are not new but rather a strict application of existing laws. He emphasized that ... Read more West Bengals Eid al-Adha Regulations: Imam Shafiq Qasmi Clarifies Existing Laws
Renowned Bengali film director Anik Dutta found dead in Kolkata
Left-leaning filmmaker was known for his famous works likeBhooter BhabishyatandAparajito; He had been a vocal critic of former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
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The much-awaited forms for the women's welfare scheme Annapurna Bhandar were launched by the new BJP government in West Bengal on Wednesday. The social welfare scheme promises Rs 3000 for women from low-income households who are not in the income tax bracket. The money will be handed out via the direct bank transfer (DBT) method. We are launching forms (for the Annapurna Bhandar scheme) under the Women and Child Welfare department headed by Agnimitra Paul, said Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. In the previous Lakshmir Bhandar scheme, men were found to be beneficiaries of the scheme, which is against the rule. Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries will be verified, but there are allegations that names have gone from the voter list and those who have not applied under the tribunal (SIR) or for CAA are still getting Lakshmir Bhandar, noted Adhikari. Women and Child Welfare Minister Agnimitra Paul and Chief Secretary Manoj Agarwal were also present during the press briefing. Adhikari said that the involvement of the Chief Secretary, Kolkata Municipal Corporation Commissioner, and other departments would be required for the process, which is very technical. This includes filling up forms online and offline, verifying applicants, and transferring beneficiaries from the pervious Lakshmir Bhandar scheme to the new Annapurna Bhandar scheme. The finer eligibility details will also be under the lens. There are 30 lakh names on the voter list who are dead, deleted or illegal voters. Hence their names will not be eligible for the scheme. Adhikari noted that the final number of beneficiaries would drop further to about 2 crore beneficiaries. The process of Ayushman Bharat registration and enrollment is starting, and from July 1, people will get their cards. There will be online and offline registration forms, with a 90-day window from June 1 for this programme online, offline at Block Development Offices, and at municipal corporations. Panchayat officials will go door-to-door in a 30-day drive to explain and help people fill up forms to avail the scheme. Adhikari reiterated that there was no hurry and that there was enough time for people to fill up forms. We want to help these families with these schemes, said the CM. Periodic updates in enrollments will be given by Paul. This is part of the BJP manifesto that the new government is implementing, taking a leaf from the former Trinamool Congress' (TMC) Lakshmir Bhandar scheme launched before the 2021 Assembly elections, which was the trump card for the erstwhile Mamata Banerjee government. The BJP government, however, doubled the dole from Rs 1,500 to Rs 3,000, which caught the attention of many voters.
A towering 70-foot statue of Lionel Messi in Kolkata is set to be removed after engineers deemed the structure unsafe amid reports it was swaying in strong winds. Installed following Messis 2025 India visit, the monument quickly became both a symbol of Argentinas immense popularity in Bengal and a source of controversy, with safety concerns, crowd disorder and political disputes now overshadowing the tribute.
Trinamool MP Quits Party Posts, Cites RG Kar In Bombshell Letter
Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar's letter also cited corruption in public distribution system, appointment of teachers, irregularities in governance and finance and the death of the death of the doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar hospital
Indian Navy deploys helicopter, boarding team after piracy alert
INS Kolkata, an Indian Navy destroyer, responded to suspicious activity near the merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1. The warship launched a helicopter for surveillance and conducted boarding operations. This swift action prevented a potential piracy attempt. The Indian Navy maintains continuous anti-piracy patrols in the Gulf of Aden to ensure safe shipping.
TMC Faces Setback as MP Kakoli Ghosh Resigns from All Party Positions
Kolkata, May 27: Senior leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and four-time MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has resigned from all organizational positions within the party effective immediately. Ghosh Dastidar, the MP from Barasat, submitted her resignation letter to TMCs state president, Subrata Bakshi. In her letter, she expressed, With immense pain and concern, I am ... Read more TMC Faces Setback as MP Kakoli Ghosh Resigns from All Party Positions
Bengali filmmaker Anik Dutta dies after falling from his terrace
National Award-winning Bengali filmmaker Anik Dutta died on Wednesday after falling from the terrace of his Kolkata residence, where he had been living alone. He was earlier rushed to the hospital in critical condition, where he later succumbed to his injuries
Max Fashion Celebrates 20 Years with Max Kids Festival Inspired by Disney and Pixar's Toy Story 5
The largest kidswear festival in India returns, offering an expansive Disney and Pixars Toy Story 5-themed collection, exciting in-store experiences, and city-wide activations, providing families with even more compelling reasons to participate. Celebrating 20 years, Max Fashion brings the Max Kids Festival inspired by Disney and Pixars Toy Story 5 This summer, Max Kids Festival returns with its biggest edition yet transforming 530+ stores across India into destinations built around discovery, imagination, and play. What began two decades ago as a seasonal retail event has evolved into one of the country's most anticipated summer experiences for families. Max Kids Festival 2026 is bringing timeless Disney storytelling to life through character merchandise, interactive experiences, and on-ground activities designed to make every store visit truly memorable. Celebrating 20 years, Max Fashion brings the Max Kids Festival inspired by Disney and Pixars Toy Story 5 Disney and Pixars Toy Story 5 Is Here. And so is Max Fashions themed collection. The launch of Max Fashions Toy Story 5-inspired collection is timed with the much-anticipated film release on 19 June. Inspired by one of the world's most beloved franchises, the collection features designs showcasing fan-favourite characters like Woody and Buzz Lightyear, bringing themes of friendship and adventure to everyday kidswear. 50+ Styles. Everyones Favourite Characters. Spanning infants, kids, and teens, the Max Kids Festival features over 50 styles from the Toy Story 5-inspired collection including coordinated sets, playful prints and everyday essentials, all starting at xx INR. As part of a broader celebration of Max Fashion's Disney and Marvel-themed portfolio, this years festival will be the most exciting yet. Paint & Win: Making Kids the Stars, City by City Taking the festival beyond store walls, Max Fashion is launching Paint & Win - a city-wide creative contest that has already drawn 5,000+ registrations. Designed to engage children through imagination and art, the initiative rolls out across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai, inviting young fans to express themselves through painting while enjoying games, music, and interactive experiences themed after Toy Story 5 at every stop. Exciting prizes await the young creators: the winner will walk away with a gift voucher worth INR 6,000, a trophy, and a certificate, while the runner-up will receive a gift voucher worth INR 3,000 alongside their own trophy and certificate. A Grand Celebration Two Decades in the Making As part of the festival launch in celebration of 20 years of Max Fashion in India, the brand hosted a first-of-its-kind in-store fashion walk wearing Toy Story 5-themed collections at its Rajouri Garden store in New Delhi - a truly grand occasion that brought together 200+ families, including parenting creators for an unforgettable afternoon. Sumit Chandna, CEO, Max Fashion, said, " Max Kids Festival has evolved into a powerful platform for us to showcase the depth and breadth of our kidswear offering while creating memorable experiences for families. This year, we are bringing that to life through an expansive character-led collection that blends everyday comfort with playful design across categories and age groups. This collection inspired by Disney and Pixars Toy Story 5 gives us a unique opportunity to connect storytelling with product in a way that feels relevant, accessible, and engaging for both kids and parents ." About Max Fashion Max Fashion, known for everyday fashion, is the biggest fashion brand across the Middle East and India. Opening its first store in the Middle East in 2004, the brand has grown at a phenomenal pace and now has a footprint in over 19 countries globally. In India, currently with 530+ stores & presence across 210+ cities, Max is the largest family fashion brand not only in the Middle East but also in India in the shortest span of time. Fashions brand vision is to democratize fashion for the contemporary middle class by offering global fashion trends at amazingly affordable prices. It enjoys universal appeal across young families as well as millennials, who are not only fashion conscious but tech-savvy, because of a well-balanced portfolio across Apparel, Footwear & Accessories for Men, Women & Kids. Max Fashion is a true omnichannel brand with an outstanding Online shopping experience through the maxfashion.com website as well as an engaging app which is enjoyed by millions of consumers. www.maxfashion.in/in/en.
West Bengal TMC MLA Dilip Mondal was arrested in Puri, Odisha on Wednesday. Police apprehended him following a complaint about provocative remarks made during a victory rally. Mondal was reportedly staying at a hotel. He is being brought to Kolkata on transit remand. A video of his alleged threats to BJP workers went viral. Searches were conducted at his properties.
Lionel Messis Wobbly Statue in Kolkata Symbolizes TMCs Decline
Kolkata, May 27: Legendary footballer Lionel Messi visited Kolkata last December, where a 64-foot statue was erected in his honor. Initially seen as a tribute, the statue has recently sparked controversy due to its poor construction quality. Local residents have reported that the statue sways in strong winds, raising concerns about its stability. Positioned near ... Read more Lionel Messis Wobbly Statue in Kolkata Symbolizes TMCs Decline
Kuldeep Yadav nearly claimed a hat-trick as he managed to produce an outside edge from Tejasvi Dahiya's bat but wicketkeeper Abhishek Porel dropped the catch.
Actor Parambrat Chattopadhyay Files Petition to Quash FIR in Kolkata High Court
Kolkata, May 27: Actor Parambrat Chattopadhyay has filed a petition in the Kolkata High Court seeking to quash an FIR registered against him last week at the Gariahat police station. He faces allegations of making inflammatory statements on social media and inciting violence following the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections. The High Court has accepted ... Read more Actor Parambrat Chattopadhyay Files Petition to Quash FIR in Kolkata High Court
Navy foils piracy attempt, secures merchant vessel in western Indian Ocean
During the mission, INS Kolkata also ensured safe passage for the merchant vessel MV Mashaallah 1 through the sensitive maritime zone
KMC Requests Elevation Copy for Building Linked to Abhishek Banerjee
Kolkata, May 27: The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has requested an elevation copy for a building registered under a company associated with Abhishek Banerjee, the General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress and Member of Parliament. This request is part of KMCs response to a prior notice regarding the property located on Harish Mukherjee Road in ... Read more KMC Requests Elevation Copy for Building Linked to Abhishek Banerjee
Where's Shreyas Iyer? Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL Title Post Leaves Fans Fuming
The controversy surrounding Kolkata Knight Riders' relationship with their former captain Shreyas Iyer resurfaced after the franchise shared a post celebrating the second anniversary of their 2024 IPL title win.
INS Kolkata thwarts suspected piracy attack near merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1
Indian Naval Ship INS Kolkata successfully thwarted a piracy attempt near merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1. The warship responded swiftly to a threat in the Western Indian Ocean. INS Kolkata used its helicopter and boarding crew to investigate and deter the pirates. This timely intervention ensured the safety of the merchant vessel.
BJPs Dilip Ghosh Issues Warning to Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 27: The BJP has intensified its stance on the issue of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants possessing voter and Aadhaar cards in West Bengal. Minister Dilip Ghosh stated on Wednesday that action against these immigrants should have been taken long ago. Speaking to reporters, Ghosh questioned, Why should they stay here? They are living in ... Read more BJPs Dilip Ghosh Issues Warning to Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants in West Bengal
Indian Navy foils possible piracy attack near merchant vessel in Western Indian Ocean
INS Kolkata thwarted a potential pirate attack on merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1 in the Western Indian Ocean. The Indian Navy warship, on anti-piracy patrol, swiftly deployed its helicopter for surveillance and conducted boarding operations, ensuring the safety of the ship and its crew. This intervention highlights the Navy's commitment to protecting vital shipping lanes.
Rain prediction Kolkata: Kolkata anticipates a welcome respite from the heatwave as light rainfall is predicted starting today, May 27. Enhanced rain activities are expected across south Bengal from Wednesday, with Thursday and Friday offering higher chances of downpours. Residents can expect a humid and stormy week ahead, with thunderstorms and gusty winds likely.
Dr Jitendra addresses 150 year celebrations of Nobel Prize winning Kolkata institute
Excelsior Correspondent KOLKATA, May 26: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today visited the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS), Kolkata, the institution where Sir C.V. Raman carried out the work leading to Indias first Nobel Prize in Science through the discovery of the Raman Effect, and joined the celebrations marking 150 years of one [] The post Dr Jitendra addresses 150 year celebrations of Nobel Prize winning Kolkata institute appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent KOLKATA, May 26 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Jitendra Singh held an extensive meeting with West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata, during which it was decided that all major Central schemes related to science, research, innovation and StartUps would be implemented in West Bengal with immediate effect. The meeting also arrived at two key [] The post Dr Jitendra, Suvendu Adhikari hold meeting; Bengal to implement StartUp, healthcare initiatives immediately appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mamata Banerjee Criticizes Eviction Campaign Against Street Vendors in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 27: Mamata Banerjee, the leader of the Trinamool Congress and former Chief Minister, has strongly condemned the eviction campaigns against street vendors initiated by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal. In a social media post, Banerjee expressed her anger and deep sadness over the treatment of street vendors. On the ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Criticizes Eviction Campaign Against Street Vendors in West Bengal
TMCs Previous Government Compromised National Security for Votes: Agnimitra Paul
Kolkata, May 27: The issue of illegal immigrants has intensified in West Bengals political landscape. In a recent statement, BJP leader and minister Agnimitra Paul made serious allegations against the former TMC government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He noted that since the notification for establishing centers to repatriate individuals at the border was issued, ... Read more TMCs Previous Government Compromised National Security for Votes: Agnimitra Paul
Lawyer Rinki Chatterjee Singh Accuses Police of Ignoring FIR Against Former CM Mamata Banerjee
Kolkata, May 27: Lawyer Rinki Chatterjee Singh has claimed that she faced refusal from the police in Siliguri, West Bengal, when attempting to file a complaint against former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Singh alleged that she tried to register an FIR for two separate incidents but was denied by the authorities. The first incident dates ... Read more Lawyer Rinki Chatterjee Singh Accuses Police of Ignoring FIR Against Former CM Mamata Banerjee
Kolkata Police Mandates Uniform for Duty Personnel
Kolkata, May 26: The Kolkata Police has issued a directive prohibiting all personnel from wearing civilian clothes while on duty. However, certain specialized departments have been granted exemptions. Departments exempted from this rule include the Investigation Department, Special Branch, Enforcement Branch, Special Task Force, and Cyber Crime Division, as remaining in plain clothes is integral ... Read more Kolkata Police Mandates Uniform for Duty Personnel
Tension Rises Among Illegal Immigrants in West Bengal, Says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
Kolkata, May 26: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Tuesday that the state government, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party, is in the process of repatriating arrested Bangladeshi illegal immigrants back to their home country. The decision to establish detention centers has instilled fear among these immigrants, who previously lived in the state ... Read more Tension Rises Among Illegal Immigrants in West Bengal, Says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
Ashwini Vaishnaw announces breakthrough in Kolkata Metro's Orange Line; says TMC stalled for years
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In a major break from tradition, Trinamool MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar and two other MLAs attended the administrative meeting called by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata on Tuesday. The meeting, held with administrative officials and elected representatives from North 24 Parganas and Nadia districts, is considered a politically unusual scene in West Bengals current landscape. Besides Kakali, Trinamool MLA from Deganga, Anisur Rahman, Trinamool MLA from Swarupnagar, Veena Mandal, Trinamool MLA from Harwa, Abdul Matin, and six other legislators were present in the meeting. Interestingly, the TMC never invited BJP MLAs to any administrative meetings. So, the BJP's invitation to the TMC lawmakers is seen as a politically loaded move. Kakolis move comes just days after resigning from the post of president of the Barasat organisational district. She had also criticised TMC chief Mamata Banerjee after she replaced Kakoli with Kalyan Banerjee as chief whip in Lok Sabha. She had also openly criticised Mamata Banerjee and the party for the decision to hire political consultancy firm I-PAC, which, she said, created havoc and ruined the party. Kakoli also put up a post lashing out after she was replaced by Kalyan Banerjee. The TMC leaders decision to attend the meeting has also stoked speculation that the party, reeling under the defeat, could be heading for a split. However, Kakoli clarified her attendance, stating that she received an invitation and emphasised that administration is not owned by any single political party. Administration belongs to everyone. This is not a party programme, she said. Shuvendu Adhikari also justified the meeting, stating they haven't received any invitations for 5 years, but the party had made it clear that they would call all the MLAs for the administrative meeting. We will call special MPs. We offered a special invitation to Kakli Ghosh Dastidar, who attended, he added. Meanwhile, speculations are rife that over 12 TMC MPs are preparing to join or support the BJP. Furthermore, five to six more names are also considering defecting.
3 workers injured as under-maintenance lift snaps at Kolkata airport
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West Bengal: 14 more arrested by NIA in gherao of judicial officers in Mothabari, total rises to 68
KOLKATA, May 26: The NIA arrested 14 more people in connection with the gherao of judicial officers ahead of the assembly elections in West Bengals Malda district, officials said on Tuesday. The arrests were made on Monday night following searches at multiple locations in Kaliachak and Mothabari areas of the district, they said. With this, 68 people have been arrested in the case so far, they adde According to investigators, those arrested had direct involvement in the alleged harassment and [] The post West Bengal: 14 more arrested by NIA in gherao of judicial officers in Mothabari, total rises to 68 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KKR IPL 2026 review: Why Rahanes side never recovered from their horror start
Kolkata Knight Riders faced a disappointing IPL 2026 season, missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year. A winless start and injuries to key players like Matheesha Pathirana and Mustafizur Rahman significantly impacted the team. Despite a strong fightback, KKR could not overcome the early damage, finishing seventh. Youngsters Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Kartik Tyagi emerged as positives.
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The West Bengal government is going on a demolition drive against illegal constructions across Kolkata, sparking protests from affected citizens. While many of the demolished structures were occupied by residents, several buildings that were still under construction have also been razed. Buildings have been demolished in Kolkata's Tiljala, Kasba and Beliaghata areas over the past two weeks, including six demolition drives carried out on Sunday. Several structures, including some five-storey buildings, were reduced to rubble by bulldozers. I bought a house for Rs 25lakh and was given no property papers, but just a receipt, said Babu Mondol from Beliaghata, where angry residents protested against local strongman and promoter Raju Naskar. His close aide was heckled by locals in the area on Monday after residents were shocked by illegal construction notices by the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC). There are many more buildings on the radar for which KMC is preparing a list. In some cases, residents have received receipts for properties but no proper papers to establish that they are the rightful owners. There are many (buildings), we are preparing a database. We have given notices before, too. Some are entangled in court cases. We also get court orders, which we need to implement. When we implement them, there are obstacles. But wherever we dont have any hurdles, we are clearing those, said Smita Pandey, KMC Commissioner. Municipal Affairs and Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul asserted that the law will take its course if the government land has been encroached upon. We will not do anything above the law. We will try to relocate people. But the encroachment of private land carried on for 15 years and even 34 years before that for vote-bank politics and under-the-table cash dealings will not happen under our government, she said. Paul, who was present on Sunday at the site of the demolition drive, referred to the chief ministers assurance that no ones livelihood would be affected. We will try for an alternative. The rules have been made for the public. No road, footpath or land will be used for a party office, house or bathroom, she said. Those who are under the scanner are promoters seen close to the former Trinamool Congress (TMC) government and land sharks like Sona Pappu alias Biswajit Poddar, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate(ED) earlier this month. Businessman Joy Kamadar and police officer Shantanu Sinha were also arrested by the ED for their alleged involvement in Pappu's dealings. The government has said that those involved in illegal constructions without sanctioned building plans will be held accountable. The demolition of buildings and the eviction of hawkers from footpaths have triggered strong protests by the TMC, which termed the new regime as a 'bulldozer government'. Hawkers have been evicted from outside the Howrah and Sealdah railway stations, as well as from several other parts of the city. Bulldozer politics against hawkers, traders and low-income groups is unacceptable without notice, discussion, rehabilitation or alternative arrangements. Hawkers are part of Bengals long-standing urban ecosystem, and many entered this profession out of economic necessity. If restructuring or eviction is required, it should be implemented with humanity, planning and compassion rather than force, said TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh. Hawkers tried to protest, but due to heavy police deployment, there was nothing they could do while their shops were torn down. They alleged that no notice was issued to them in advance. Railway authorities, however, said notices had been served. On Friday, the Calcutta High Court issued an interim stay on the eviction drive outside Howrah station, stating that hawkers have a right to present their cases. The interim stay is in effect until June 10, when the court will hear the case again. However, this does not pertain to hawker eviction drives outside other railway stations. What this means for the BJP is that, while it may help build voter confidence and signal a strong stance on cleaning up the city, many of those affected include migrant labourers who have also supported the party. BJP says they will rehabilitate hawkers and those who have lost their homes after the demolition of illegal constructions. The government, however, is yet to come up with a concrete rehabilitation proposal.
Vishal Sharma US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio is on a four day visit to India to attend Quad Ministerial meeting. He touched down in Kolkata instead of Delhi and attended Mother Teresas Missionaries of Charity in the city of joy. Why did he do that? The general feeling is that he is a devout catholic and he wanted a powerful religious symbol to start his visit to Delhi and he got one in MoC in Kolkata. But why did [] The post Rubios Quad visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC paid price for not seizing moments: Head coach
INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PUNJAB KINGS HIT THE MOST SIXES IN THE LEAGUE STAGE (163) PLAY-OFFS MAY 26 RCB VS GT AT 7:30 PM | MAY 27 SRH VS RR AT 7:30 PM Kolkata, May 25: Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani admitted that his side failed to produce consistent performances through []
IPL 2026 | Sensational slide,rampagingcomeback and nail-biting finish
In the race to the playoffs, Punjab were duly punished after suffering six successive losses while Kolkata kept themselves alive until the last day; those who did not make the top-four cut will look back at missed opportunities
Kolkata Police visit Abhishek Banerjee's home
Kolkata Police visited Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee's residence. Personnel in plain clothes were seen leaving with a computer monitor. This visit occurred as security arrangements at his home were reduced by the new state administration. The Kolkata Municipal Corporation also issued notices regarding building violations to properties linked to Banerjee. The police have not disclosed details of the visit.
Kolkata Police Removes Security Gadget From Abhishek's House
It is not clear whether Mr Banerjee was present inside during the cops visit
Kolkata Police visit Trinamool leader Abhisheks house, call it a routine exercise
Kolkata municipality serves demolition notices two days before Bakrid
Kolkata: With only two days for Bakrid, residents of Tiljala-Topsia neighbourhood in West Bengals capital city woke up to demolition notices pasted on their doors from the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC), declaring their homes unauthorised and asking them to vacate or face bulldozer action. If you fail to comply with the requisition, the Municipal Commissioner 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 .
Huge crowd turnout at Bengal CM Adhikaris second Janata Darbar in Bengal
Suvendu Adhikari on Monday held his second weekly Janata Darbar in Kolkata, drawing a massive crowd of job seekers, teachers, professionals and ordinary citizens seeking redressal of grievances. The public outreach programme witnessed long queues outside the BJP state office in Salt Lake
Shriram Properties FY26 net profit up 30%, revenue at record high
Shriram Properties achieved its highest annual profit and revenue in fiscal year 2025-26. The company's net profit rose 30% to Rs 100.8 crore, with total revenue up 39% to Rs 1,356.9 crore. Strong home deliveries and collections fueled this growth. The developer also expanded into Pune and resolved land matters in Kolkata, showing robust business performance and future potential.
Kolkata Police officers under ED scanner in land grab case
Investigators suspect that the syndicate operated through intimidation and misuse of police influence
Former Cricketer Aakash Chopra Predicts Captain Changes for Next IPL Season
New Delhi, May 25: The league stage of IPL 2026 has concluded, revealing disappointing performances from several major teams, including Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Amidst this backdrop, former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has identified four teams that may change their captains for the upcoming season. In a video shared on ... Read more Former Cricketer Aakash Chopra Predicts Captain Changes for Next IPL Season
Kolkata Police Initiates Process to Reintegrate Officers Transferred in 2016
Kolkata, May 25: The Kolkata Police has begun the process of reintegrating personnel who were transferred in 2016 due to their alleged impartial conduct during the assembly elections. These officers were moved to different districts under punitive transfers by the then Mamata Banerjee government for strictly adhering to the Election Commissions guidelines and ignoring verbal ... Read more Kolkata Police Initiates Process to Reintegrate Officers Transferred in 2016
Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane revealed that spinner Varun Chakaravarthy played despite a fractured toe after receiving medical clearance. Rahane said KKR consulted BCCI and Indian team physios, who determined the injury would not worsen. Chakaravarthy's decision to continue playing despite pain highlighted his commitment to the team.
