New Alipore Molestation: Locals Catch One Accused
A woman was allegedly molested by three men in New Alipore, Kolkata, on Tuesday afternoon. Locals caught one accused and handed him to the police. The incident led to tension outside the police station. This is the latest in a series of sexual harassment cases reported in Kolkata.
Kolkata Murder: Police Reconstruct Scene, Probe Motives
Police in Kolkata have reconstructed the crime scene in the alleged murder of software engineer Sarthak Sarkar, taking his live-in partner Sanchalika Basu and her mother Moumita Basu to their flat. Investigators suspect a sharp object caused Sarkar's death and are probing multiple motives, including a dispute over college fees and a strained relationship, as the two accused have given contradictory statements.
Woman arrested for killing two-year-old son in Bengal's Mathurapur
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) A woman has been arrested on the alleged charges of strangling her two-year-old son to death in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district, the police said on Tuesday. The incident took place in Uttar Durgapur village of Mathurapur police station area in South 24 Parganas district. The deceased child's name is Raktim Haldar. The entire family is blaming the mother Ketaki Haldar for his unnatural death. The elder son of the woman from her first marriage has accused the mother of murder. According to the police, the incident took place around 5 p.m. on Monday. It is alleged that Ketaki strangled her two-year-old son to death. The woman's 13-year-old minor son from her first marriage was present at the time of the gruesome incident. The family claimed that the mother killed the younger son in front of the elder son. It is learned that Ketaki married a man named Ramesh Haldar a few days after her divorce from her first husband. Their son is Raktim. According to family members, Ketaki does not always keep the elder son with her, even though she is in contact with the son. The minor lives elsewhere. However, he was with his mother on Monday. The boy said that his mother had killed his brother. Ketaki's in-laws alleged that after killing their son, the woman planned to throw him into a pond to make it look like an accident. Ketaki even threatened the elder son when he saw the mother committing the crime. Based on the complaint, officers from Mathurapur police station went to the house. After recovering the child's body, the police spoke to Ketaki's elder son and his family following which the woman was arrested late Monday night. However, it is not clear why the woman killed her son. It is being investigated whether there was a family dispute or some other reason behind it. The woman has been arrested and she has been charged with murdering her child. A case has been registered against her. Investigation is on, a senior officer of Sundarban police district said.
India Post, IndiGo hold 'Digital Detox 2.0' to promote handwritten Diwali greetings
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) The Department of Posts, in collaboration with IndiGo airlines, organised the second edition of its in-flight postcard writing activity, Digital Detox 2.0, offering air travellers an opportunity to send handwritten Diwali greetings and reconnect with the tradition, an official statement said on Tuesday. The statement from Ministry of Communications said the campaign was launched following the positive response to its inaugural edition as conducted across 15 IndiGo flights covering 11 destinations, including Chandigarh, Ranchi, Bagdogra, Delhi, Mumbai, Goa, Pune, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Varanasi and Jaipur. Passengers were provided specially designed Digital Detox kits containing postcards, greeting cards and do-it-yourself (DIY) postcards through specially designed Diwali Stickers encouraging them to take a break from their screens and pen personalised festive messages. Passengers were provided with specially designed Digital Detox kits containing postcards, greeting cards and DIY postcards through specially designed Diwali Stickers encouraging them to take a break from their screens and pen personalised festive messages, the ministry stated. By bringing the experience of letter writing to air travellers, the campaign highlighted the enduring charm of personal correspondence in an increasingly digital world, the statement noted. One passenger remarked that writing a postcard at 30,000 feet was a wonderful experience and something he would remember for his lifetime. This was my first time writing a postcard. It made me realise how special handwritten messages can be in an age of instant digital communication, the statement cited another participant. Sending Diwali wishes through a handwritten postcard felt much more personal and meaningful than a digital message, another passenger said. India Post reaffirmed its commitment to innovative public outreach through Digital Detox 2.0, celebrating the timeless tradition of connecting people through letters while adding a personal touch to Diwali celebrations, the statement noted.
Centre urges Bengal farmers to reduce use of chemical fertilisers
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) As part of the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan to promote natural farming, the Minister of State (MoS) for Agriculture, Ram Nath Thakur, on Tuesday participated in a programme organised by the ICAR-National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering and Technology (ICAR-NINFET) at Subhasnagar in Swarupnagar block of West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. Addressing the gathering, the MoS urged farmers to return to natural farming and reduce utilisation of chemical fertilisers, to keep the soil health intact. He highlighted natural farming as an important approach to maintaining soil fertility, improving soil health and promoting ecological balance. The Minister also encouraged farmers to adopt climate-resilient agricultural methods, scientific innovations and modern technologies to ensure long-term agricultural productivity and sustainability. He stressed on the importance of conserving soil as a living resource and adopting balanced, need-based agricultural input management. He urged farmers to make effective utilisation of soil health cards for informed fertiliser application, improved nutrient-use efficiency and the maintenance of soil fertility. In this regard, he highlighted the role of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) in providing technical guidance, practical demonstrations and extension services to facilitate the adoption of sustainable and natural farming practices. The Union Minister urged the farmers to return to natural processes of farming, including utilisation of organic fertilisers and organic pesticides, to boost natural farming. The programme reinforced the Centre's message of Khet Bachao Abhiyan for rabi crops, which has been launched from October 22 to November 30 in the entire country to ensure healthy crops, sustainable agriculture and farmers' prosperity. It underscored the Union government's commitment to protecting agricultural land, restoring soil health and promoting natural farming as a sustainable approach to agriculture. It highlighted the importance of conserving soil resources, reducing excessive dependence on chemical inputs and encouraging environmental-friendly farming practices for the benefit of present and future generations, the official statement added.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) A single-judge vacation bench of the Calcutta High Court on Tuesday declined an urgent hearing on a petition from Sushmita Roy, wife of Sumit Roy, the Executive Assistant to the Trinamool Congress General Secretary and the partys Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha member, Abhishek Banerjee. She had accused the police of torturing her husband, who is now in police custody. In her petition, filed on Monday, Sushmita Roy sought a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into two cases involving her husband, currently under investigation by the West Bengal Police. She also alleged custodial torture and sought judicial intervention and an investigation by a judicial committee by a retired judge of the Calcutta High Court. However, as the matter came up for hearing at the single-judge vacation bench of Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya on Tuesday afternoon, the judge refused to hear the matter on an urgent basis and instead ruled that it will be heard by a regular bench after the normal functioning of the court resumes on November 16, at the end of the ongoing festival vacation. Sumit Roy was first arrested in an alleged illegal land-grabbing case at Salboni in West Midnapore district and subsequently sent to judicial custody. Earlier this month, he was again taken into custody by Diamond Harbour Police in South 24 Parganas district in a multi-crore soil-theft case. The controversy gained further attention after police recovered more than Rs 1 crore from a Trinamool Congress party office in the Diamond Harbour Police District. Investigators claimed the recovery was based on information provided by Sumit Roy. Abhishek Banerjee gave a strong reaction to the police claims and alleged that police were giving Sumit encounter threats and putting pressure on his Executive Assistant to give statements against him. Banerjee also claimed that the party office from where the cash was recovered was vandalised allegedly by BJP-backed goons five months ago, and the cash recovered from there was actually planted by the police.
Bengal: Rs 3.5 crore in foreign currency seized at Kolkata Airport, seven arrested
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) intercepted a major smuggling attempt at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, seizing foreign currency valued at approximately Rs 3.5 crore and arresting seven individuals. Acting on specific intelligence regarding illicit movement of foreign exchange, DRI officers carried out targeted searches at the airport terminal prior to the departure of an international flight bound for Bangkok. The search led to the recovery of undeclared foreign currency concealed within the checked baggage and personal belongings of seven passengers. The seized currency primarily comprised US Dollars and Euros. Official sources confirmed that none of the passengers possessed valid documentation or legal authorisation to export the foreign currency from India. All seven individuals were taken into custody under the relevant provisions of the Customs Act, 1962, and the foreign currency was seized on the spot. Preliminary questioning indicates the suspects were operating as carriers for an international syndicate engaged in illegal money transfers and currency smuggling. The accused were subsequently produced before a local magistrate and remanded to judicial custody pending further investigation. DRI officials stated that further inquiries are underway to trace the origins of the seized funds and identify key handlers linked to the network.
Beyond India's Coastline: How the Indian Navy Takes on Somali Pirates | Azini Operation Explained
The Indian Ocean is one of the world's most important trade routes. But it also faces a persistent threat from Somali pirates, who have hijacked vessels and targeted commercial shipping.How does the Indian Navy respond to these threats far beyond India's coastline?In this video, we examine India's anti-piracy operations, the threat posed by Somali pirates, and how the Navy uses warships, maritime surveillance aircraft and Marine Commandos to protect vessels at sea.We also revisit the November 2 rescue of all 20 crew members aboard the hijacked fishing vessel Azini off Somalia. The operation involved INS Kolkata, Indian Air Force aircraft and Marine Commandos, highlighting India's ability to coordinate complex maritime operations far from home.From protecting seafarers to securing vital shipping routes, here's why the Indian Navy's role in the Indian Ocean matters.#IndianNavy #NavalPower #SomaliPirates #IndianOcean #MaritimeSecurity #INSKolkata #IndiaDefence #TOI
Banks will be closed in Gangtok, Imphal, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow and Shimla on Wednesday, November 11, for regional festivals. Details here.
Bengal: Civic volunteer arrested for assisting Trinamool MLAs attempted escape
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) Bikash Sahani, a civic volunteer attached to the Intelligence Branch (IB) of the West Bengal Police, was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly aiding Trinamool Congress (TMC) legislator Paresh Ram Das in his attempted escape to Mumbai. Das, the MLA representing Canning (Paschim) in South 24 Parganas district and an accused in a rape case, was apprehended by state police at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata on Monday evening while attempting to board a flight to Mumbai after evading arrest for 17 days. Subsequent investigations conducted by the Baruipur Police District revealed that Sahani not only facilitated Das's escape plans but also leaked confidential police intelligence to the absconding lawmaker. State police sources stated that by virtue of his assignment with the IB, which has state-wide jurisdiction, Sahani had access to sensitive operational information across multiple police stations. Preliminary findings indicate that Sahani routinely shared confidential updates with Das, enabling the legislator to evade tracking units and plan his movements. Sahani is currently undergoing intensive interrogation by the investigating team. Das is the prime accused in Canning Police Station Case No. 561/2026, registered on September 5, 2026, under Sections 376 (rape), 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), 420 (cheating), 120B (criminal conspiracy), and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code. Das remains among the few sitting TMC legislators maintaining allegiance to the party's minority faction led by former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her nephew. Commenting on the arrest, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari labelled Das an identified extortionist in the Canning region. He had illegally occupied many state government properties in the area to set up his own establishment during the previous Trinamool Congress regime, Adhikari stated.
Kolkata Police Recreate Scene in Software Engineer Murder Case
Kolkata police recreate the murder scene of a software engineer, involving his girlfriend and mother, as part of the ongoing investigation. Kolkata Police Recreate Scene in Software Engineer Murder Case
New Delhi, Nov 10: In a major strike against the cross-border smuggling of foreign currency, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), intercepted several passengers going abroad at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International (NSCBI) Airport, Kolkata, who were attempting to carry foreign currency out of the country. Acting on specific intelligence, DRI officers intercepted 7 passengers in the early hours of 06.11.2026 on their journey to Bangkok. A thorough personal search of the passengers, including their hand baggage and checked-in baggage, led to the recovery and seizure of assorted foreign currency in USD, GBP collectively valued at valued at Rs. 3.12 crore. The syndicate carriers used a sophisticated modus operandi and the currency was ingeniously concealed inside notebooks, in two-layered hidden compartments in trolley bags and in shoes. Some of it was hidden in the pockets of clothes packed in checked-in baggage, and in other cases deep inside both checked-in and hand baggage. On enquiry, the passengers could not produce any documents to establish ownership or lawful possession of the currency. In total 7 members of the syndicate were arrested and charged with smuggling out the foreign currency in contravention of Customs Act read with FEMA Regulations. In addition, few other passengers were also intercepted and search of their baggage led to recovery of foreign currency equivalent to Rs. 0.39 crore. The passengers were handed to Customs formation for further proceedings. DRI remains determined to dismantle organised networks that facilitate the illicit outflow of foreign currency and undermine the countrys economic and fiscal stability. Through sustained, intelligence-led enforcement, DRI continues to safeguard Indias economic frontiers.
National Productivity Council (NPC), Regional Directorate, Kolkata, has released the notification for the post of Advisor. Eligible candidates can send their applications by email till 15 November 2026. Further details are available at npcindia.gov.in.
Kolkata News | TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee Breaks Down In Prayer To Goddess Kali During Kalipuja
An emotional scene unfolded in West Bengal's Bankura as Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee broke down while offering prayers to Goddess Kali during Kalipuja celebrations at his ancestral home in Doltala. Continuing a long-standing family tradition, Banerjee participated in the Kali Puja rituals, performed the arati, and later became visibly emotional. The senior TMC leader embraced the idol of Goddess Kali and wept during the ceremony, creating a poignant moment of devotion and faith.
Jawan Held For Molesting Officer's Daughter In Kolkata
A jawan has been arrested in Kolkata for allegedly molesting the daughter of an army officer within a military residential complex. The incident, which occurred on November 5, led to a complaint by the girl's mother, and the accused was identified through CCTV footage. The investigation is ongoing, and the jawan has been remanded to police custody.
Jawan Arrested For Molestation
A jawan has been arrested in Kolkata for allegedly molesting the daughter of an army officer within a military residential complex. The incident, which occurred on November 5, led to the jawan's arrest on Sunday night after the girl's mother filed a complaint. Police used CCTV footage to identify the accused, who is now in custody.
Late Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee was a good man in a bad party: Bengal CM
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday praised his predecessor, late Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, describing him as a good man in a bad party while recalling the events surrounding the Nandigram movement of 2007. The occasion was in relation to a programme at Gokulnagar in East Midnapore district to observe Martyrs Day to commemorate those killed or reported missing following clashes between the activists of CPI(M) and the Trinamool Congress- led Land Eviction Prevention Committee on November 10, 2007, when Bhattacharjee was the West Bengal Chief Minister. The clashes had erupted over the proposed land acquisition in Nandigram for a chemical hub project planned by the then Bhattacharjee-led government. After November 10, 2007, there was a bloody sunrise. I pay my respects to the then Chief Minister. I will not mention his name. He has passed away. He was very honest in his personal life. He was a very good person. But the party that he belonged to is bad, CM Adhikari said, addressing the Martyrs Day program on Tuesday afternoon. The Chief Minister also described how cordial his relationship is with Bhattacharjees widow, Mira Bhattacharjee. A few days ago, she fell ill. I went to visit her, the CM said. Notably, Mira Bhattacharjee has in the past expressed appreciation for Adhikari's industrialisation push and said she believed he could realise some of her late husband's unfinished development goals for the state. Referring to the aftermath of the 2007 violence, Adhikari also mentioned veteran CPI(M) leader Biman Bose, recalling his remarks at the time and reiterating his own commitment to the promises he had made during the Nandigram movement. Octogenarian Biman Bose is still alive. I pay my respects to him. But I will remind him that at that time he said that there had been a new sunrise in Nandigram. Nineteen years have passed since then. I am still committed to the promise that I made on that day, CM Adhikari said. Adhikari also predicted that the Trinamool Congress will not be relevant in West Bengal politics in the next 100 years.
Kolkata Cops Reconstruct Event Of Violence On Abhishek Banerjee's Birthday
The incident stems from clashes that broke out on Friday night between BJP and TMC workers and supporters during celebrations marking Abhishek Banerjee's birthday.
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Kolkata Police Arrest 67 for Firecracker Violations Following Kali Puja
In Kolkata, police arrested 67 people for using banned firecrackers after Kali Puja, despite strict regulations against them. Kolkata Police Arrest 67 for Firecracker Violations Following Kali Puja
TMC Legislator Arrested at Kolkata Airport with Expensive Phones and Cash
A TMC legislator was arrested at Kolkata airport with 11 luxury phones and 2 lakh in cash while attempting to flee to Mumbai. TMC Legislator Arrested at Kolkata Airport with Expensive Phones and Cash
Padma Shri Sitar Maestro Manilal Nag Dies At 87
Bishnupur Gharana Exponent Passed Away In Kolkata After Age-Related Ailments
RG Kar financial irregularities case: Sandip Ghosh again skips ED summons
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) Sandip Ghosh, the former controversial principal of state-run R.G. Kar Medical Collegeand Hospital in Kolkata, on Tuesday, did not turn up at the Enforcement Directorates Salt Lake office in the northern outskirts of Kolkata to face interrogation in the multi-crore financial irregularities case. Ghosh was supposed to turn up at the EDs Salt Lake office at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. However, he did not turn up at the agencys office by the time the report was filed and instead, sent his counsel there. This is the second time that Ghosh has skipped the appearance at the EDs Salt Lake office. Earlier, he was summoned for questioning on November 4. However, he did not turn up on that day and instead sought more time from the ED officials to appear. The ED and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI are conducting parallel and simultaneous probes in the multi-crore financial irregularities case at R.G. Kar. The CBI arrested Ghosh in 2024 in connection with the case. He was initially held in CBI custody and subsequently remanded to judicial custody, where he remained for a period. The Supreme Court granted him bail on October 15 this year. The ED's summons brought the case back into focus. The alleged financial irregularities, involving several crores of rupees, came to light after a junior woman doctor was raped and murdered on the hospital premises in August 2024. The incident triggered widespread outrage and protests. It was alleged that government funds were illegally transferred from the hospital's bank account to accounts of influential vendors and contractors close to Ghosh. Following the allegations, officers of the CBI's Kolkata Anti-Corruption Branch registered a case on August 24, 2024, and arrested the former principal. Ghosh later approached the Calcutta High Court seeking bail. A single-judge bench of Justice Tirthankar Ghosh rejected his plea, observing that the alleged diversion of public money directly affected healthcare services for the people. The judge also expressed concern that Ghosh's political and administrative influence could create a risk of tampering with evidence and witnesses being influenced if he were released on bail. Ghosh then moved to the Supreme Court, which granted him bail on October 15. The ED's questioning will form part of its probe into financial transactions linked to the institute.
'Hardik's Trade Key In MI's Decision-making For Retention': Aakash Chopra
Kolkata Knight Riders: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra emphasised that Mumbai Indians' retention and release decisions ahead of the IPL 2027 auction will revolve around the potential trade of Hardik Pandya. Hardik is set to be traded to Punjab Kings for Arshdeep Singh, as the all-rounder has failed to inspire Mumbai Indians to the final in his second stint with the franchise from 2024 onwards. IANS had earlier reported that the paperwork for the deal was completed and that a formal nod was awaited. Speaking to JioStar, Chopra stressed MI's retention decisions and the possible trade of Hardik. If everything had gone well last season, looking at their team, you feel like, 'Why change anything at all?' They have the balance, they have the experience, and they have the explosiveness. So why change? Maybe they need an Indian spinner or an Indian fast bowler, which they will find. But that's all that they needed to do. But then the major talk of the town is the trade of Hardik Pandya. That is where it is going to start for MI in terms of their decision-making on retentions and releases because you don't usually find a player like that. But what if, in his place, you get two? he told JioStar. Meanwhile, Chopra felt that MI must also release New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult, who had a below-par 2026 season with the franchise. Boult took only two wickets in five matches in 2026 at an average of 94. Five matches, two wickets, 11 and a half runs per over. That tells me that Trent Boult has to be released. 12.5 crore is a lot of money, and in exchange, you can get quite a few players, and many people won't even need to be released. Hardik Pandya will be a trade; it's not going to be a release or retention question. So, if, in exchange for him, you cannot find players, then you have to retain Hardik Pandya. There is no doubt about it. But with Trent Boult, I don't think there is any ambiguity; he has to be released, he said. Five matches, two wickets, 11 and a half runs per over. That tells me that Trent Boult has to be released. 12.5 crore is a lot of money, and in exchange, you can get quite a few players, and many people won't even need to be released. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Kolkata police inspector suspended over alleged derogatory social media remark against Bengal CM
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS)A Kolkata Police Inspector has been suspended pending an inquiry into allegations that he posted derogatory remarks against West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on social media, a senior official said on Tuesday. According to an order issued by Kolkata Police Commissioner Ajay Nand, Inspector Ekhlaque Ahmed, who was serving at the Calcutta Medical College Hospital Out Post under the Central Division and was recently transferred to the 1st Battalion of the Kolkata Armed Police, has been placed under suspension with effect from November 9, 2026. The order said, Inspector Ekhlaque Ahmed, IVC, Calcutta Medical College Hospital Out Post, Central Division, Kolkata Police (since transferred to 1st Battalion, Kolkata Armed Police), is placed under suspension with effect from 09.11.2026 as his continuance in office pending enquiry into his conduct over the issue of making derogatory remarks indicating the Government Authorities of West Bengal, on a social media platform, is prejudicial in the interest of public service. It further said that the Inspector will draw half of his basic pay and other admissible allowances as subsistence allowance during the period of his suspension. The order also asked him to deposit his government kits with the Reserve Officer, Central Division, Kolkata Police, immediately. According to a police officer, a complaint was lodged against the officer over certain recent social media posts and comments allegedly targeting Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. Following the complaint, authorities initiated an investigation to examine the nature of the remarks and whether they were inconsistent with the conduct expected from a serving police officer. The officer had earlier been transferred from the Central Division to the Kolkata Armed Police after the controversy surfaced. Officials said the transfer did not affect the ongoing inquiry, which continues independently. Authorities maintained that allowing the officer to remain in active service during the investigation could be contrary to the public interest. Given the seriousness of the allegations, disciplinary action in the form of suspension was deemed necessary until the inquiry reaches its conclusion.
Kolkata Police inspector suspended over 'derogatory' remarks against Bengal government, CM
The suspension order, issued by Police Commissioner Ajay Kumar Nand, said his alleged remarks on a social media platform, indicating derogatory views about the West Bengal government, were prejudicial in the interest of public service
11 high-end phones, Rs 2 lakh seized from Trinamool MLA during arrest at airport
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) The sleuths of the Special Operations Group of Baruipur Police District in South 24 Parganas district in West Bengal seized 11 high-end mobile phones and Rs 2,00,000 in cash from a Trinamool Congress Legislator at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata on Monday evening. Pares Ram Das, the Legislator from Canning (Paschim) Assembly Constituency in the same district, was attempting to escape to Mumbai, at the time of his arrest. Among the 11 mobile phones seized from his possession, some are extremely high-priced iPhones, while others are high-end Android phones of other reputed brands. At the same time, Rs 2,00,000 was recovered from the handbag he was carrying, said a district police officer. Das had been accused in various cases, the most important of which is related to the charge of rape of a woman in 2023. He is one of the few Trinamool Congress legislators who are still maintaining allegiance towards former West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, and her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee. He had remained absconding for the last 17 days and was not responding to the summons from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the state police. Finally, the members of the Special Operations Group of the Baruipur Police District were tipped off by their sources that Das would be making an escape attempt to Mumbai from Kolkata Airport on Monday evening. Accordingly, the members of the Special Operations Group waited within the airport premises, and as soon as the absconding accused entered the airport, he was arrested. He will be presented at a lower court later on Tuesday, and the Public Prosecutor will seek his police custody for further interrogation. Neither Mamata Banerjee nor Abhishek Banerjee had given any reaction to the arrest of Das since Monday evening. The investigation into the rape originates from a complaint filed in September this year with the Sub-Divisional Police Officer of Canning. Das is an accused in Canning Police Station Case No. 561/2026, registered on September 5, 2026, under Sections 376 (rape), 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), 420 (cheating), 120B (criminal conspiracy), and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the previous Indian Penal Code.
Kolkata Police Investigates Clashes Outside MP Abhishek Banerjees Residence
Kolkata police are investigating clashes outside MP Abhishek Banerjees home, resulting in multiple arrests and several FIRs filed. Kolkata Police Investigates Clashes Outside MP Abhishek Banerjees Residence
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) Kolkata Police have arrested 67 people, including 11 for bursting banned firecrackers, and seized about 12 kg of prohibited fireworks by 8.30 p.m. on Monday, a day after Kali Puja, officials said on Tuesday. Another 56 people were held for indecent behaviour and related law-and-order violations across the state. Despite government regulations, people reported firecrackers being burst in Kolkata and Howrah on Monday, though the intensity was lower than on Kali Puja night. Nevertheless, loud explosions were heard in parts of Kolkata and neighbouring Howrah during the evening. Similar complaints emerged from Siliguri in north Bengal and several areas of Purulia district, where firecrackers reportedly continued till late at night on Monday. In Hooghly district, authorities managed to keep violations relatively under control in Arambagh subdivision. However, complaints of bursting banned firecrackers were received from multiple areas under the Chandannagar Police Commissionerate, including Dankuni, Uttarpara, Rishra, Serampore, Bhadreshwar, Chandannagar and Chinsurah. Similar complaints were reported from rural police station areas such as Chanditala, Haripal, Tarakeswar, Mogra and Singur. Police also received reports of firecracker violations in Nadia, Murshidabad, East Burdwan, West Burdwan and North 24 Parganas districts, with residents alleging that noise norms and time restrictions were flouted. A similar situation prevailed in Krishnanagar, Kalyani, Ranaghat and Santipur. Residents from Berhampore, Jangipur, Raghunathganj, Beldanga and Domkal complained that the noise did not subside even after 10 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, three people were arrested in two separate incidents in Kolkata after allegedly assaulting on-duty police personnel who tried to prevent the bursting of banned firecrackers. The incidents took place in Tiljala in east Kolkata and Netaji Nagar in south Kolkata on the night of Kali Puja.
'Firecrackers cure diseases': BJP MLA Papiya Adhikari's remark sparks row, faces backlash
Her remarks drew sarcastic reactions online amid concerns over Kolkata's post-Diwali air pollution. Kolkata recorded an average AQI of 301 on Diwali, placing it in the 'very poor' category.
Kolkata: Three Held For Attacking Police
Three people were arrested in Kolkata for allegedly assaulting police officers who were enforcing a ban on prohibited firecrackers. The incidents occurred in Tiljala and Netaji Nagar a day after Kali Puja, leading to injuries to personnel and subsequent arrests.
Renowned Sitar Maestro Pandit Manilal Nag Passes Away at 88 in Kolkata
Celebrated sitar player Pandit Manilal Nag dies at 88, leaving a significant legacy in Indian classical music. Renowned Sitar Maestro Pandit Manilal Nag Passes Away at 88 in Kolkata
Gold and silver prices declined on 10 November as investors awaited key US inflation data. Check the latest 24K and 22K gold rates and silver prices across major Indian cities and key factors influencing international bullion prices.
Chennai recorded the highest 24K gold price among the listed cities at Rs 1,43,800 per 10 grams. The city's 22K gold rate stood at Rs 1,31,817, while silver was priced at Rs 1,87,920 per kg.
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KKRs IPL 2027 Retention Dilemma: Why Cameron Green
As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) begin trade negotiations ahead of the November 17 retention deadline, the three-time IPL champions face a complex strategic puzzle following a 7th-place finish in IPL 2026. With Ajinkya Rahanes retirement already freeing up 1.6 crore, KKRs primary challenge lies in balancing a strong core against high-priced, injury-plagued marquee investments in [] The post KKRs IPL 2027 Retention Dilemma: Why Cameron Green & Matheesha Pathirana Present Bigger Headaches Than Out-of-Form Players appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mamata Banerjee Gets Delhi Police Notice To Record Statement In 2013 Case
A team of Delhi Police is currently in Kolkata to facilitate the process, and Mamata Banerjee's statement will be recorded by the Parliament Street police station, police said.
Rape-Accused Trinamool Congress MLA Arrested At Kolkata Airport
Paresh Ram Das, an accused in a high-profile rape and extortion case, had been evading law enforcement for 17 days and repeatedly failed to respond to summons issued by police
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Man Detained For Firing Shots In Kolkata
A man has been detained in Kolkata's Sarsuna area for allegedly firing two rounds in the air following a dispute over Kali Puja celebrations on Sunday night. Police seized empty cartridges, but the firearm is yet to be recovered. An investigation is underway to determine how the accused procured the weapon and if others were involved.
TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das arrested at Kolkata airport in rape case
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Kashmir Pulmonologist Dr Rafi Ahmed Jan Felicitated at National Chest Conference
SRINAGAR: Senior pulmonologist Dr Rafi Ahmed Jan has been felicitated at the National Conference on Pulmonary Diseases (NAPCON), organised by the Indian Chest Society (ICS) in Kolkata, in recognition of his contribution to respiratory medicine. Dr Jan, who heads the Department of Internal and Pulmonary Medicine at Kashmir Medical College (KMC), was honoured as a []
Bangladeshi national travels to Bengal to return lost smartphone
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) In a rare display of cross-border honesty and law enforcement coordination, a Bangladeshi citizen travelled to West Bengal to return an expensive smartphone that had been stolen in India and smuggled into Bangladesh, police said on Monday. The mobile phone was originally reported missing on June 30 from the premises of Burdwan Medical College and Hospital. The owner, Payel Dhara, a resident of Bankura district, lodged a formal complaint with the Burdwan police station, triggering an investigation. Using technical surveillance and cyber cell tracking, police sleuths traced the device's International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) signal across the international border into Bangladesh. Investigators made a breakthrough when the buyer, identified as Mohammad Ahad Ali, a resident of Rajshahi district in Bangladesh, inserted an Indian SIM card into the handset while visiting India for medical treatment. The cyber cell picked up the active location and established direct contact with him. Upon being informed by the Burdwan police that the handset he had purchased from a local shop in Naogaon district was stolen property, Ahad offered his full cooperation. On Monday, he personally visited the Burdwan police station carrying his passport and visa to hand over the device to law enforcement officials. I did not know that the phone was sold in Bangladesh like this, Ahad stated. I bought it from a shop. The police contacted me. I came to India with my passport and visa and submitted the phone to the police station. Commending the visitor's integrity and assistance, the Burdwan police noted that the operation highlights the efficacy of cross-border technical tracking in criminal investigations. Authorities confirmed that legal formalities are underway to restore the smartphone to its rightful owner.
Delhi Police issues notice to Mamata Banerjee in 13-year-old heckling case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) The Delhi Police on Monday served a notice for interrogation to former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in connection with a 2013 criminal case registered at the Parliament Street Police Station in the national capital. Investigators seek to question the former Chief Minister as a witness in the case, which pertains to a violent protest demonstration staged in front of Banga Bhavan in New Delhi, where government officials were allegedly assaulted. A team from the Delhi Police, accompanied by personnel from the local Kalighat Police Station, arrived at Banerjee's official residence at 30B Harish Chatterjee Street in South Kolkata on Monday to deliver the notice. The document, delivered in a white envelope, was received by Subhasish Chakraborty on her behalf. Sources aware of the development confirmed that the notice asks Banerjee to travel to New Delhi at her convenience to meet investigating officers as a witness under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). The case dates back to April 2013, when activists belonging to the Students' Federation of India (SFI) - the student wing of the CPI(M)-staged a protest outside New Delhi's Banga Bhavan following the death of SFI activist Sudipta Gupta in Kolkata earlier that year. During the demonstration, the then West Bengal Finance Minister, Amit Mitra, was reportedly heckled and physically assaulted by protesters. The agitation was led by the then SFI General Secretary Ritabrata Banerjee, who currently serves as the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly. Following the incident, a formal complaint was registered at the Parliament Street Police Station on April 9, 2013. Thirteen years after the event, the Delhi Police issued the summons to Mamata Banerjee, noting that she was present in the national capital alongside Mitra when the assault occurred.
Separately, one BJP MLA claimed that bursting crackers wards off diseases, while a minister suggested spraying a mixture of rose water and water to control air pollution.
B.Ed colleges approach Calcutta HC over Bengal govts admission freeze
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) Around 57 Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) colleges in West Bengal have moved the Calcutta High Court, challenging the state governments decision to halt their admission process for failing to meet prescribed eligibility criteria. An official confirmed on Monday that the petition is likely to be taken up for hearing on Tuesday. The petitioner colleges claimed that the authorities issued no explicit notice outlining the specific reasons behind stopping their admissions. The legal challenge follows the recent publication of an official list identifying institutions ineligible for affiliation renewal for the 2026-27 academic year. State authorities stated that 205 listed colleges failed to meet requisite infrastructure and administrative standards, barring them from admitting new students for the 2026-28 session. The government noted, however, that institutions resolving their infrastructure and faculty shortages could re-apply to prove eligibility for the 202729 academic cycle. The move comes amid a broader regulatory crackdown. State Higher Education Minister Jagannath Chattopadhyay previously affirmed that the commercialisation of education would not be permitted and that academic quality must be strictly maintained. Consequently, the Higher Education Department and the Technical Education Department conducted joint inspection drives across B.Ed, ITI, Polytechnic, and Pharmacy colleges. In the initial phase of the drive, 156 B.Ed colleges were cleared for admissions, while 415 colleges failing to satisfy the criteria were issued 21-day show-cause notices to rectify deficiencies. Nine institutions failed to respond to the notices. Following a second round of inspections, 237 B.Ed colleges received approval to admit students for 202627, while the remaining 205 non-compliant institutions were barred from enrolling fresh batches.
Indian students win five medals at Junior Astronomy Olympiad
Kolkata: Indian students have won two gold, two silver and one bronze medal at the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors (IOAA-Jr) 2026, held in Thailand earlier this month, the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) said on Monday. The five-member Indian contingent competed against participants from 25 countries at the international 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 .
Delhi Police visits residence of Mamata Banerjee to serve notice in 2013 case: Kolkata Police
A team of Delhi Police personnel visited the residence of Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to serve a notice, Kolkata Police said. According to Kolkata Police, the notice was served under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) in connection with a case dated April 9, 2013, registered at the Parliament Street Police Station in New Delhi. The case was registered under Indian Penal Code (IPC) Sections 186 (obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions), 353 (assault or criminal force to deter a public servant from discharge of duty), 332 (voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from duty), 147 (rioting), 149 (unlawful assembly), and 34 (acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention). According to the police, the notice has been served to her as a witness in the case.(ANI)
Delhi's Post-Diwali AQI At 386; How Do Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata Compare?
Firecracker emissions added to Delhi's existing pollution burden, with several monitoring stations recording severe air quality levels after Diwali.
Delhi Police serves notice at Mamata Banerjee's residence in connection with 2013 case
Delhi Police officials visited Mamata Banerjee's residence to serve a notice related to a 2013 case. This case involved allegations including rioting, unlawful assembly, and obstruction of public servants. The notice was issued under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. It pertains to various sections of the Indian Penal Code associated with the mentioned offenses. Kolkata Police confirmed the visit and the details surrounding the notice served.
BJP MLA Papiya Adhikari Claims Firecrackers Can Cure Several Diseases
According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Kolkata's average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 301, placing it in the 'very poor' category.
This Kolkata Stall Serves 17 Types Of Puchka. How Many Would You Try?
The content creator tried around 10 varieties and revealed the Pakodi puchka is a must-try.
TMC Kolkata Fellow Recruitment 2026
Tata Medical Center (TMC Kolkata) has released the official notification for the post of Fellow. The last date to send the application by email is 26 November 2026. Further details are available at tmckolkata.com.
Crackers cure diseases: BJP MLA Papia Adhikary retracts claim
Kolkata: Facing backlash for crediting firecrackers with curing some diseases, BJPs MLA from Tollygunge in West Bengal, Papia Adhikary, on Monday, November 9, sought to take her statement back. Speaking to ANI, she said, There is an old saying from our ancestors regarding these traditions. In essence, this is a festival of lightsa festival of 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 .
Digital Desk | Guwahati/Agartala, Nov 9 (IANS) After Assam, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has begun introducing electric train services on a full-fledged basis in Tripura following the successful completion of several trial runs of electric locomotives in the state, officials said on Monday. On July 4, the NFR introduced the first-ever Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) train service in the Northeast region, connecting Tripura with southern Assam. Train number 20502 Anand Vihar--Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express ran successfully on electric traction from end to end last week, an NFR official told IANS. He said that, in a phased manner, long-distance express trains hauled by electric locomotives would now be operated in Tripura, making it the second state in the Northeastern region after Assam to have such services. Equipped with modern passenger amenities, the MEMU train has a carrying capacity of 3,600 passengers and connects Agartala with Karimganj in neighbouring Assam. The NFR official said that the train, which was earlier operating as a Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU), has now been successfully upgraded to a Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU), marking a significant technological advancement following the electrification of the railway route. Unlike DEMU trains, MEMU services operate on electric traction, making them more environmentally friendly, energy-efficient and economical to operate. According to NFR officials, the environment-friendly MEMU train is equipped with several modern passenger amenities, including LED lighting, 12 stainless steel coaches, bio-toilets, a GPS-based passenger information system displaying details of the next station and platform, a public address system, CCTV surveillance, and several other advanced facilities. Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath told IANS that the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (TSECL) has completed 100 per cent electrification of the state's 271-km railway network. He recalled that the first train reached Dharmanagar in northern Tripura in 1964, while it took another 44 years for railway connectivity to reach the state capital, Agartala, in 2008. Rail connectivity was further extended to Sabroom in southern Tripura in 2019, marking another significant milestone in the expansion of the state's railway network. Nath said that after Narendra Modi assumed office as Prime Minister in 2014, the broad-gauge conversion project in Tripura was completed, replacing the earlier metre-gauge railway line. He also noted that the international railway link connecting Agartala with Akhaura in Bangladesh was completed in 2023. The present state and Central governments are committed to ensuring development and accelerating the state's progress, Nath had said. The broad-gauge railway network from Churaibari, along the Tripura-Assam border, to Sabroom, near the India-Bangladesh border, now spans 271 km. All related development and expansion works were completed within seven years, the minister said. Under the Centres Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, redevelopment work is currently underway at four railway stations in Tripura -- Agartala, Udaipur, Kumarghat, and Dharmanagar. Tripura is currently connected to several major cities in the country, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Firozpur, and Patna, through various long-distance express train services. Meanwhile, the Lumding-Badarpur mountainous section in Assam is the only rail link connecting Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and southern Assam with the rest of the country, making it one of the most vital and strategically important railway corridors in the Northeast. (Sujit Chakraborty can be contacted at sujitchakrabortyne@gmail.com)
TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das arrested from Kolkata airport over rape, extortion cases
Paresh Ram Das, a Trinamool Congress MLA, was arrested at the Kolkata airport on Monday. He is accused of multiple serious crimes, including rape, extortion, and involvement in post-poll violence. Das was apprehended by a special team from Baruipur Police while he was attempting to board a flight to Mumbai. This arrest follows a period during which he had been evading law enforcement authorities.
Suryakumar Yadav Appointed As Mumbai Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has been named as Mumbais captain for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced on Monday. The MCA said Suryakumar will be bringing his vast international experience, leadership and explosive batting prowess to the team. Suryakumar was not considered for the first phase of Mumbais Ranji Trophy campaign, but his standing in white-ball cricket, including leading India to retain their Mens T20 World Cup title earlier this year, made him a strong contender to lead the side once again. The squad features a blend of experienced international and domestic players along with promising young talent, reflecting Mumbai's continued commitment to excellence and nurturing the next generation of cricketers, added the MCA. Suryakumar has been playing for MIG Cricket Club in the MCA Presidents Cup. It is always a matter of immense pride to represent Mumbai. I am honoured to lead this talented group in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Mumbai has a rich cricketing legacy and a winning culture, and we will look to uphold those traditions. We have a good mix of experienced players and exciting young talent, and I am confident that the team will come together, play with intensity and give its best in every match. Our aim is to go all the way and bring the trophy home, Suryakumar said in a statement by the MCA. Suryakumar takes over at a time when Mumbai are without several key players. All-rounders Tanush Kotian and Suryansh Shedge will miss the tournament after being named in the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup, to be played in Doha from November 19-29. Shreyas Iyer is currently on national duty for Indias ODI series against New Zealand, while Ranji Trophy captain Siddhesh Lad is sitting out of the competition. Placed in Elite Group D, Mumbai will play all their league matches in Kolkata. Their first game is against Hyderabad on November 14 before taking on Gujarat on November 16 and Goa on November 18. Mumbai will then meet Vidarbha on November 20, before facing Chhattisgarh on November 22 and taking on Odisha on November 24. Their league stage campaign ends against Uttarakhand on November 26. Shreyas Iyer is currently on national duty for Indias ODI series against New Zealand, while Ranji Trophy captain Siddhesh Lad is sitting out of the competition. Placed in Elite Group D, Mumbai will play all their league matches in Kolkata. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das Arrested In Kolkata
Trinamool Congress MLA Paresh Ram Das was arrested from Kolkata airport on Monday in connection with multiple cases including rape, extortion, and post-poll violence. He had been absconding and was apprehended by Baruipur Police while attempting to board a flight to Mumbai. He will be produced in court on Tuesday.
Diljit Dosanjh Adds Chandigarh And Kolkata Tour Dates: Check Show Dates, Ticket Sale Timings
The singer-actor, who recently announced the India leg of his tour, will now perform across seven cities in the country.
Video: How Kolkata's Famous Jaggery Rasgullas Are Made In An Automatic Machine
The video gave a step-by-step look at how the sweet is made using an automated production process in a factory.
Bengal: Mother refuses to attend last rites of son killed in Raiganj encounter
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) The mother of Dilip Roy, the prime accused in the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in West Bengal's North Dinajpur district, who was shot dead in a police encounter in Raiganj, on Monday stated that she would not attend her son's final rites. Speaking to media persons, Chania Roy expressed deep shame over her son's actions, stating, It is better not to have such a sinful son; I will not even go to the crematorium. She added, He has done such a thing; he is no longer in a position to show his face in the village. He is gone. It is good. That's what I want. Describing him as her only son, Chania Roy said he had left home at a very young age and maintained little contact with his family, offering no support to his ageing father. She noted that the grief of losing a child was completely overshadowed by the heinous nature of the crime. Residents revealed that allegations against Dilip were not unprecedented. Sixteen years ago, he was accused of physically abusing the six-year-old daughter of a relative, which caused widespread outrage in the village. At that time, neighbours attacked his home and assaulted him, following which Dilip sold one katha of his mother's land to pay compensation to the victim's family. A resident remarked that such severe crimes cannot be forgiven and that justice had been served. Dilip Roy was killed during the intervening night of Sunday and Monday after police launched a raid near Gauri Gram Panchayat around 3 a.m., following a tip-off that he was attempting to flee across the nearby Bihar border. According to law enforcement officials, officers moved to arrest Roy after tracking his whereabouts, but the accused opened fire on the raiding team. Police retaliated in self-defence, inflicting fatal injuries. Roy was transported to Raiganj Medical College & Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, with an autopsy scheduled for later in the day. The encounter follows the recovery of the victim's semi-decomposed body on November 6 from the nearby Kulik forest, two days after the 12-year-old went missing on November 3 after leaving her home on a bicycle. This incident marks the fourth fatal police encounter in West Bengal since July this year, three of which involve cases related to the rape and murder of minors.
IISER Kolkata Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Kolkata (IISER Kolkata) has released Notification No. ANRF/ARG/2025/005588/CS for the post of Project Assistant. Eligible candidates can send their applications by email till 20 November 2026. Further details are available at iiserkol.ac.in.
Bengal CM defends Raiganj encounter, warns rapists and criminals of similar action
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday defended the police encounter in which a rape and murder accused, Dilip Roy, was killed in Raiganj. The Chief Minister asserted that law enforcement agencies have been given a free hand to deal with those involved in heinous crimes against women. Dilip Roy was accused of raping and killing a 12-year-old girl on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday at Raiganj in North Dinajpur district of West Bengal. CM Adhikari also cautioned that in the future too, criminals involved in such heinous crimes against women will meet a similar fate. The cops are provided with firearms not just to keep them as a showpiece or to keep them in their pockets. Drug mafias, rapists, and infiltrators have no place in this state, the Chief Minister said while interacting with the media persons on Monday afternoon at the sidelines of a programme at Digha in his native district of East Midnapore. He also indirectly attacked those who are raising their voices against such encounters. Some people are continuing with such activities. Among them are 'Dimagi Naxals', Jamaatis' and Communists'. There are cockroaches and bedbugs. Our nationalists have to be careful about them. The police have been given free hand to tackle rapists & murderers, drug smugglers and infiltrators. We are maintaining a zero-tolerance approach in such cases, the Chief Minister said. Meanwhile, the North Dinajpur District Police claimed that the accused killed in the encounter have a history of crime against women. Earlier, he was accused twice of sexual offenses. However, he managed to escape arrest and punishment on both occasions for some reasons, said a district police officer. According to him, three years back, Roy was accused of sexual harassment at Kamtabari-2 Gram Panchayat area in the North Dinajpur district. A couple of years ago, there were similar allegations against him in the Sialmani area in the same district. On both these occasions, the matter was settled at a local Kangaroo Court, and the complaint did not reach the police level, the district police officer said. This is the fourth encounter killing in West Bengal since July this year, three of which are related to minors' rape & murder cases. First, in July, Prabhas Mondal, accused of raping and murdering a six-year-old girl in Baruipur in South 24 Parganas, was shot dead by the police in an encounter. The police claimed that he was taken to the crime scene to reconstruct the crime. From there, he snatched the police gun and opened fire. The police resorted to counter-firing in self-defence, killing the accused. After that, in October, Prahlad Das, accused in the rape & murder of a 17-year-old girl at Gaighata in South 24 Parganas district, was killed in a similar encounter following retaliatory firing by the police. In this case too, it was alleged that the accused tried to escape while reenacting the incident. On the same day, Samiul Sheikh, who was arrested for murdering a BJP worker in Samserganj in Murshidabad district, was killed in an encounter. The Raiganj incident is the fourth on the list of encounters since July.
Rape-murder accused gunned down in Bengal; 4th encounter since BJP came to power
Dilip Roy, accused of raping and murdering his 12-year-old niece, was killed in an encounter with police. The incident occurred as police attempted to arrest him in the Raiganj area of West Bengal. Police stated that Roy opened fire on their team, prompting them to retaliate in self-defense. This marks the fourth police encounter since the BJP assumed power in West Bengal in May.
'I can't take it anymore': Govt doctor found dead in Kolkata hostel; kin alleges murder
Kolkata Techie Hacked To Death, Live-In Partner, Her Mother Arrested
Police are investigating whether the attack stemmed solely from the altercation or whether other reasons were involved.
