South Asian Immigrants in USA are getting brutal treatment from authorities
Bangladesh, Nepal take-up issue with Washington without success By Ashis Biswas KOLKATA: Despite protests from South Asian countries to various US authorities, there has been no noticeable improvement in the treatment of illegal immigrants as the official search, detect and deport drive continues in full strength. During the last few days, two planeloads of [] The post South Asian Immigrants in USA are getting brutal treatment from authorities appeared first on Northlines .
IIT Kharagpur to track students movements, keep parents informed for safety
Kolkata: In a bid to ensure students safety outside campus in late-night hours, IIT Kharagpur authorities have decided to keep a tab on their movement when they step out and also keep their parents updated accordingly, an official said on Thursday, January 29. According to the new guidelines issued by the institute, guardians will be 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 .
Death toll inKolkata warehouse fire rises to 21 with 27 reported missing
Rescue teams are scouring the fragile burnt out structure amid mounting fears that the toll will rise
21 Die After Fire In 2 Warehouses, Including 1 Owned By Wow Momo, In Kolkata
Death count in the devastating fire that ripped through two adjoining warehouses in the Anandapur area on the southern outskirts of Kolkata has risen to 21, with authorities warning that the number could climb further as search operations continue.
Apex mountaineering body teams up with Kolkata company to promote high altitude travel
The intention behind the event is to help travellers make informed decisions, and make them feel part of a larger travel community
BJP Targets Mamata Banerjee Govt Over Kolkatas Poor AQI: 'Delhi Gets Headlines...'
BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya said Kolkatas toxic air is no longer an allegation but is now officially documented in government records.
21 Killed In Building Fire Near Kolkata, 28 Still Missing
The devastating fire reduced to ashes two godowns and a manufacturing unit of a momo company in South 24 Parganas district on January 26.
Bengal fire toll climbs to 21, 28 still missing; curbs imposed
A devastating fire near Kolkata has claimed 21 lives, with 28 people still missing. Authorities have imposed prohibitory orders in the affected Anandapur area. This measure comes ahead of a planned visit by opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari and other BJP leaders. The blaze destroyed godowns and a momo company manufacturing unit. DNA mapping will begin to identify the victims.
CBI raids multiple locations in Kolkata over Rs 1,000 crore bank fraud
The CBI is conducting searches across Kolkata. This is part of a probe into a massive bank fraud totaling around Rs 1,000 crore. The investigation focuses on a Kolkata-based finance company and its promoters. Funds were allegedly siphoned off between 2014 and 2020. The company is accused of defaulting on loans from a public sector bank and others.
A fire in Kolkata's Anandapur area on January 26 claimed three lives, including two employees of a food chain. The company stated the fire spread from a neighboring warehouse due to unauthorized cooking. The food chain offered compensation and support to the victims' families. BJP leader Amit Malviya criticized the West Bengal government's response and called for a SIT probe.
Opp leaders back Mamatas demand for SC-monitored probe into Ajit Pawars death
NEW DELHI: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday called for a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the death of NCP leader Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, alleging that all other agencies have been completely compromised, with several opposition leaders including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge backing her demand. Speaking in Kolkata, Banerjee stressed that []
West Bengal warehouse fire: Factory owner held; families to receive Rs 10 lakh
The owner, Gangadhar Das, was arrested from the Garia area of Kolkata and will be produced before a Baruipur court, police said; earlier, an FIR was lodged against Das in connection with the fire that broke out late Sunday night at the factory and warehouse in Anandapur`s Nazirabad area
Abysmal failure: On Kolkata warehouse fire
The Kolkata warehouse fire is a telling indictment of the State government
Death toll in Kolkata warehouse fire climbs to 16, West Bengal Govt announces compensation
Senior officials of West Bengal Fire Department have also pointed out that there were no fire license and no fire safety arrangements at the warehouse . Questions have also been raised as to how warehouse could operate in the ecologically sensitive area of East Kolkata Wetlands, which is also Ramsar Site
Hicky gifted India its first Newspaper
Er. Prabhat Kishore The credit for bringing out the first full-fledged printed newspaper in Bharat goes to Irishman James Augustus Hicky. The first issue appeared on January 29, 1780 in Kolkata (then capital of British India), bearing the title, HICKYs BENGAL GAZETTE or The Original Calcutta General Advertiser. But before Hicky started his paper [] The post Hicky gifted India its first Newspaper appeared first on Northlines .
Indias leading building materials exhibition, MATECIA Exhibition (Materials & Products for Construction, Interiors & Architecture) - a premier Indian trade exhibition for building materials, interior products, furniture, and designalong with SURFACES REPORTER, one of Indias most respected architecture and design media platforms, is set to host the largest-ever confluence of architecture, interiors, and building materials for East & Northeast India. The three-day event will be held from 30 January to 1 February 2026 at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan (BBMP), opposite Science City in Kolkata, with National Award-winning actor, motivational speaker and founder of Ashish Vidyarthi & Associates, Mr. Ashish Vidyarthi, as the chief guest. MATECIA Exhibition and SURFACES REPORTER Architecture Event to Spotlight the Rise of East & Northeast India in Kolkata This event will bring together over 150+ top architecture and design firms, interior designers, developers, dealers, brands, and channel partners from 12+ states across East and Northeast India, from Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Chhattisgarh, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim, positioning Kolkata as a vital cultural and regional bridge while reinforcing the scale, diversity and creative strength of the regional design ecosystem. Speaking on the vision behind the initiative, Verticaa Dvivedi, Director, Surfaces Reporter Architecture Event , said, For far too long, East and Northeast India have been perceived as slow or difficult marketsregions many hesitate to enter, assuming they are not easily reachable. What often gets overlooked is the exceptional depth of architectural thinking emerging from these regions. Designers here work with climate, context, and culture not as constraints, but as strengths. In many ways, the rest of India has a lot to learn from them. Through the Surfaces Reporter Architecture Event East & Northeast India, we aim to highlight, promote, and amplify this outstanding body of work. This edition is not an arrivalit is the first page of a much larger national narrative. Spread across over 1,50,000 sq. ft., the event will feature 100+ leading interior and surface brands and bring together 200+ architects and interior designers showcasing over 500 landmark projects, welcoming an estimated 14,00016,000 visitors from 100+ towns and cities. The three-day event will commence with its inauguration on Thursday, 30 January 2026, from 10:30 AM onwards. A key highlight of the platform will be Surfaces Reporter Salutes Architecture & Design Honours, scheduled for 31 January 2026 from 4:00 PM onwards. As the first collective regional recognition initiative dedicated exclusively to East and Northeast India, the honours will celebrate around 100 leading architects and interior designers, the creative forces behind more than 500 of the regions most notable projects, recognising excellence across residential, commercial, hospitality, institutional and urban design. The lamp lighting ceremony and opening address will be led by Mr. Rajesh Mittal, President, FIPPI and CMD, Greenply Industries Ltd; Mr. Surinder Arora, President, ILMA and Managing Director, Virgo Industries Ltd; Mr. Ramesh Bagla, President, CTMA; and Ms. Meenakshi Ganeshan, Deputy Director General, BIS, East Zone. They will be joined by Mr. Manoj Lohia of Merino Industries Ltd, Mr. Joydeep Chitlangia of Duroply, Mr. Vishal Dokania of Durian, Mr. Rushil Thakkar of Rushil Dcor, Mr. Gajanan Munka of Saburi Plywood, Mr. Gaurav Bagla, President, BTIA, Mr. Vikas Khemka, Vice President, BTMA, Mr. M.P. Singh, former Director, IWST and FIPPI, and Mr. J. Ahuja of ILMA. Emphasising the material and market perspective, Pragat Dvivedi, Director, MATECIA Exhibition , added, 2026 will mark the emergence of East and Northeast India as serious growth markets. These regions are witnessing rapid urban development, infrastructure expansion, and a new generation of design-conscious professionals. MATECIA Exhibitions presence here reflects our belief that the future of Indias building materials market will also be equally driven by East and Northeast India. The event will also be graced by esteemed dignitaries from the architectural fraternity, including Ar. Sunil Maniramka of Maniramka & Associates, Ar. Rupande Shah of Rupande Shah & Associates, Ar. Monica Khosla Bhargava of Kham Consultants, Ar. Amber Chandgothia of Amber Creations, Ar. J.P. Agrawal of Agrawal & Agrawal Architects, and Ar. Bipratip Dhar of Epsilon. Also present will be Ar. Atul Saraf of Atulya Architects, Ranchi, President, IIA Jharkhand, along with members of IIA Jharkhand; Ar. Bapilu Chai, Member, Arunachal Architects Association, along with members; Ar. Frederick Malsawmzuala, President, Mizoram Architects Forum, along with members; and Ar. Nokranglong Jamir, Vice President, Association of Nagaland Architects, along with members. The event will also feature India Interior Retailing (IIR), a knowledge platform that brings industry and interior retail leaders together, creating a high-energy space for learning, networking, and growth. In addition, the Surfaces Reporter SHOWCASE will provide a special presentation zone where brands present and architects review, offering an excellent opportunity for interaction and collaboration between designers and manufacturers. The MATECIA Exhibition & SURFACES REPORTER Architecture Event East & Northeast India is set to redefine how the region is viewed by the industry and the nation, marking a decisive step in reshaping national perceptions and bringing the East and Northeast Indias design excellence firmly into the national spotlight. www.MATECIA Exhibition.com About MATECIA EXHIBITION MATECIA is a business exhibition in India that connects Exhibitors & Sponsors with Architects, Interior Retailers, Designers, Distributors, Agents, Builders, Government agencies, Project Consultants, Channel Partners and Dealers in the Building Material and Interior Products industry. It is a flagship initiative of Bigsea Marcom India Pvt. Ltd., a 25-year-old media and communications company, supported by Knowledge Partners SURFACES REPORTER, PLY REPORTER and FURNITURE DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY. About SURFACES REPORTER SURFACES REPORTER is Indias leading media platform for interiors, architecture, building materials and the business of design, with over 11 years of industry presence. As Indias first content platform focused exclusively on products and materials for building and interiors, SURFACES REPORTER is committed to informing, guiding and connecting architects, interior designers, developers and industry experts who are shaping the future of the built environment. SURFACES REPORTER reaches a wide and growing audience through its bi-monthly print circulation of 28,000 copies, 150,000 e-zine subscriptions and a readership of over 450,000 across platforms.
Kolkata Warehouse Fire Toll Rises To 8
A case has been filed against the warehouse owner Gangadhar Das who has been traced finally. Mr Das spoke to the media over phone but did not appear in public.
EC Asks WB Govt To Cancel Transfer Of 3 IAS Officers, Posted On SIR Job
The three bureaucrats were deputed by the EC as the electoral roll observers in various districts to supervise the SIR. While Asvini Kumar Yadav was responsible for North Dinajpur and South Dinajpur, Randhir Kumar was assigned for North 24 Parganas and Kolkata North and Smita Pandey for Burdwan East, Burdwan West and Birbhum.
BJP president Nitin Nabin visits West Bengal
Instead of visiting Kolkata, the BJP president chose Durgapur and Asansol in the south western part of the State. The region has a strong BJP presence and the partys performance in this part of the state is crucial in the upcoming assembly polls
Fire-Hit Kolkata Warehouse Where 8 Died Was Operating Without Authorisation
Thirty-two hours have passed and there are still pocket fires in the twin warehouses of Anandapur in east Kolkata. The death count has risen to eight and several people are still missing.
Death toll in Kolkata warehouse fire rises to eight;18stillmissing
The warehouse had not obtained a fire clearance certificate, West Bengal Department of Fire and Emergency Services officials say
Protest march held in Kolkata over peoples harassment during Bengal SIR
The procession by Jamiat-e-Ulama-e-Hind began in the Rajabazar area of north-central Kolkata and culminated at Esplanade in the central part of the city, covering a distance of about 4.5 km
BJP chief Nitin Nabin set to tour Durgapur, Asansol on first Bengal visit
KOLKATA: With the assembly polls on the horizon, BJP national president Nitin Nabin will make his first visit to West Bengal on Tuesday after assuming charge, with a two-day tour of the industrial belt of Durgapur and Asansol. Nabin is scheduled to arrive at Andal airport in the evening and will remain in the West []
Mamata likely to visit Delhi amid SIR row; Bengal interim budget to be tabled on Feb 5
Kolkata, Jan 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is likely to travel to New Delhi next week amid TMCs protest over the ongoing SIR exercise, a development that has also led to the postponement of the tabling of the states interim budget to February 5, party and assembly sources said. The schedule for the interim budget session of the 294-member West Bengal Legislative Assembly, which is due to go to the polls in about three months, has been officially [] The post Mamata likely to visit Delhi amid SIR row; Bengal interim budget to be tabled on Feb 5 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Eight dead, many missing in Anandapur godown fire in Kolkata
A devastating fire engulfed a dry food warehouse in Kolkata's Nazirabad area. At least eight people have died, with many still unaccounted for. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours in challenging conditions due to the narrow access. An inquiry has been ordered, and the absence of fire-fighting devices is being investigated.
Akhilesh Yadav to meet Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata amid Bengal SIR row
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav is meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata. The meeting occurs during a Special Intensive Revision process and ahead of assembly polls. Yadav expressed confidence in Banerjee's success against the BJP in Bengal. Banerjee plans to take the SIR issue to New Delhi next week.
Eight killed in fire at twin warehouses in West Bengal`s South 24 Parganas
The blaze in the twin units in the Najirabad area within Narendrapur police station limits, on the outskirts of Kolkata, was brought under control after a seven-hour firefight. However, pockets of fire in certain parts still raged, a senior police officer said
When Sunil Gavaskar Took on the BCCI: The NCA Power Struggle That Shook Indian Cricket
One of the biggest changes the lucrative IPL has brought to Indian cricket is that very few now openly challenge the BCCI or its officials. Even those who once spoke their mind on cricketing matters have been silenced, curbing the bold voices that held the board accountable. Yet, twenty-five years ago, Indian cricket witnessed something extraordinary: a former India captain openly confronted a senior BCCI figure in public to make his point. What began as a minor disagreement quickly escalated into a full-blown battle with no holds barred. When NCA (National Cricket Academy) at Bangalore, commenced operating, Sunil Gavaskar was one of the pillars, behind the scene, giving suggestions on all fronts and had an important role to play in its formation. At that time, BCCI was chaired by AC Muthiah and powered by the late Raj Singh Dungarpur. Gavaskar was one of the five members of the NCA committee, working under the Chairmanship of Raj Singh Dungarpur to oversee the academy's functioning. During the inauguration, Raj Singh acknowledged Sunnys contribution and mentioned that he got the NCA committee in touch with Rodney Marsh of the Australian Cricket Academy leading to model NCA on the same pattern. In May 2000 he was the first guest lecturer at the NCA. In 2000-01 Zimbabwe toured India for a 2 Test and 5 ODI series. On the recommendations of Raj Singh, to give the NCA trainees a challenging exposure, a 3 day match between National Cricket Academy XI v Zimbabwe XI was scheduled and the tour commenced with this match at Indore from 810 Nov 2000. Sunil Gavaskar didnt like the idea of NCA XI playing against the touring side and criticized the schedule in his syndicate column. Gavaskar argued that it took opportunities away from other domestic performers who deserved chances. Gavaskar explained that this was merely his observation and in no way he was criticising the NCA but the damage had been done. This started an open war between Raj Singh Dungarpur, then NCA Chairman and Sunil Gavaskar and escalated to the extent that publicly Gavaskar's resignation from the NCA Committee was sought with Raj Singh stating that he couldn't run with the hares and hunt with the hounds (implying Gavaskar was criticizing from within). Gavaskar didnt wait and resigned immediately (and Dungarpur put it, flung his resignation letter across the table). He also said that he cant work under such conditions and made it clear that he would not be associated with the working of the NCA henceforward. I cannot see myself in the NCA in the future. I have played for my country with pride and dignity and after such an episode I cannot see myself working under the same circumstances. Now the battle-field was open for both Raj Singh and Sunil Gavaskar to criticise each other on various issues, with both trading barbs about each other's administrative decisions and conduct (and of course intelligence). If Gavaskar called Dungarpur a self-confessed failure, Raj Singh responded with Gavaskar living in a glass palace. In the meantime, the NCA director Hanumant Singh and coach Vasu Paranjpe also resigned from NCA. Although Raj Singh repeatedly tried to clear the air over these two resignations and explained that their resignations had nothing to do with former India skipper and NCA committee member Sunil Gavaskar's resignation, he couldnt diffuse the uncertainty around the NCA. We tried to persuade Hanumant Singh to carry on as director for some more time but in vain, he added. Not even a `mali' (groundsman) has resigned after Gavaskar quit. In fact Hanumant wanted to be relieved as he could not leave his family alone for a long period of time while Paranjpe could not leave his wife alone in Mumbai after his son Jatin married and shifted to his new house in the suburbs, Raj Singh said. As such the developments concerning the NCA needed to be viewed with grave concern After a few months the face of the BCCI suddenly changed. Jagmohan Dalmiya, became new BCCI chief and among the first decisions he took was to appoint Sunil Gavaskar as chairman of the National Cricket Academy in place of Raj Singh Dungarpur. The sour relations between Raj Singh and Dalmiya were an open secret and the move was on the expected lines. Now Sunny needed to pad up for a new innings. This didnt happen and this time his stint with NCAwas not as productive as one expected because he had to devote a large chunk of time to his duties as a commentator. His non availability was visible as soon as in October 2002. Newspaper reports claimed that the National Cricket Academy, is functioning without a chairman for over a month now. Gavaskar had expressed his inability to continue at the helm at the last AGM itself in Kolkata but the replacement issue was not taken up by the BCCI. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The BCCI persuaded Gavaskar to continue for some time and even made it clear that his mere presence, even on the peripheries, would make a marked difference. This half-hearted arrangement continued till Oct. 2006 and at last Sunil Gavaskar was replaced as NCA Chairman. The new appointee was Kapil Dev and as soon as he was informed of his appointment, he declared that he had no idea about his role as the new chairman of the National Cricket Academy. I was told that I have been appointed NCA chairman, but I dont know what I am expected to do, the World Cup-winning captain said.
Fire at Kolkata warehouse: 7 dead, 21 missing
A devastating fire engulfed a Kolkata warehouse complex early Monday, claiming at least seven lives and leaving 21 workers missing. Trapped inside units laden with combustible decoration materials and food supplies, the victims were sleeping when the blaze erupted. Firefighters battled for hours, but the inferno's intensity and smoldering debris continue to hinder rescue efforts.
Berrington To Lead Scotland In Mens T20 World Cup, Ihsan Earns Maiden Call-up
ICC Cricket World Cup League: Scotland have named Richie Berrington as the captain of a 15-man squad for the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, with 11 players retained from the 2024 campaign in the West Indies and the United States of America. The squad selection for the mega event is the first made by new head coach Owen Dawkins, who took charge of the team last month. Afghanistan-born fast bowler Zainullah Ihsan earned his maiden call-up after qualifying to represent Scotland, while Tom Bruce (who switched allegiance from New Zealand), Finlay McCreath, and Oliver Davidson are set for their first World Cup appearance following stints in limited-overs squads over the past year. Its been a whirlwind forty-eight hours for everyone at Cricket Scotland, and I know Steve, Trudy Lindblade, and everyone in the organisation have been working solidly get everything sorted for the players and support staff since we learnt we would be participating at the World Cup. Were all very excited and feeling privileged to have this opportunity. The players have been working hard in a fitness phase in recent weeks, with Scott Hislen preparing for the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two series in Namibia at the end of March, and I do not doubt that this will help us in the next few weeks. We were about to begin transitions to more individual skills-specific sessions and started with fielding sessions last week, but that has now been fast-tracked with the news we received on Saturday. There is no doubt that other squads in the tournament will have had better opportunities to structure their preparation, and we are at peace with that. We have no doubt we have players in our squad that can make a real impact in this tournament, and we are excited to be going and competing in India, said Dawkins in a statement. The announcement is subject to visa approvals for players and staff, which are currently being expedited with the help of ICC. Cricket Scotland have also named two travelling reserves and three non-travelling reserves due to the short turnaround for the tournament, adding that details of travel and warm-up fixtures will be confirmed in the coming days. Scotland will play West Indies, Italy, and England in Kolkata before facing Nepal in Mumbai, with the top two sides from Group C advancing to the Super Eights. They narrowly missed a Super Eights berth at the 2024 edition on net run rate after a washout against England and a close defeat to Australia. The coaching staff, selectors, and I are all really excited about the squad that has been picked. We feel its well-balanced and caters to a lot of different scenarios and challenges that the team will face in India. Theres obviously a great opportunity for Zainullah Ihsan, and whenever hes played at youth level or for the A squad, hes shown an exciting range of skills and bowled at genuine pace. Were delighted for him and excited to see how he performs on his first international tour. Oli Davidson has worked tirelessly on his skills and shown tremendous desire and work ethic in recent months to improve, and he also thoroughly deserves his call-up. All the players are really excited to take on the best in the world and grasp the opportunity that has been afforded to them. The squad is full of high-quality cricketers ready to perform, and they are keen to make an impact on the big stage, said Steve Snell, Cricket Scotland Head of Performance. Scotland has featured in six previous T20 World Cups, including the last four editions. Scotland failed to qualify through the European Regional Finals last July after losses to Italy and Jersey. But they were handed a late entry to the mega event on Saturday when Bangladesh declined to play in India, and the ICC refused to move their fixtures to Sri Lanka. Scotland, ranked 14th in the world, were invited as the highest-ranked side not already in the tournament. Scotland squad: Richie Berrington, Tom Bruce, Matthew Cross, Bradley Currie, Oliver Davidson, Chris Greaves, Zainullah Ihsan, Michael Jones, Michael Leask, Finlay McCreath, Brandon McMullen, George Munsey, Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt, Bradley Wheal. But they were handed a late entry to the mega event on Saturday when Bangladesh declined to play in India, and the ICC refused to move their fixtures to Sri Lanka. Scotland, ranked 14th in the world, were invited as the highest-ranked side not already in the tournament. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Non-travelling reserves: Mackenzie Jones, Chris McBride, Charlie Tear. Article Source: IANS
Seven feared dead, several missing in massive Kolkata warehouse fire
More than 20 people feared trapped inside the warehouse gutted in the fire; no official confirmation of casualties issued by the administration till late Monday, January 26, evening
Kolkata Warehouse Fire Kills 7
The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained while the local residents alleged that the warehouse was locked from outside
Massive fire at dry food warehouse on Kolkata outskirts, 6 feared trapped
Kolkata: A massive fire broke out at a dry food warehouse in the Anandapur area on the southern outskirts of Kolkata in the early hours of Monday, with six people feared trapped inside. The blaze erupted around 3 a.m. and has been raging for several hours, with firefighters yet to bring it fully under control. 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 .
Charting a JV route for shipbuilding
Deferring plans for a mega cluster, the Deendayal Port Authority will tie up with Kolkata firm for shipyard
TMC, BJP Supporters Clash Near Kolkata Over Microphone Use, Rally Stage Set Ablaze
A makeshift stage that had hosted a public meeting earlier in the day by former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Deb was allegedly set on fire.
Kolkata R-Day Parade Main Attraction: 6th Bhairav Battalion
The parade will also highlight indigenously developed and upgraded weapon systems
Trinamool, BJP Supporters Clash Near Kolkata, Makeshift Stage Set On Fire
Violent clashes broke out between Trinamool Congress and BJP supporters over putting up flags for a political programme in Sakher Bazar in Behala, roughly 11 km from Kolkata, on Sunday.
Indian Armys Bhairav Battalion Set For Eastern Command Deployment
Raised in August 2025, the Bhairav Battalion will participate in the Republic Day Parade in Kolkata this year before its formal induction.
Kolkata: TMC-BJP supporters come to blows over loudspeakers; stage set on fire
Newly-raised Bhairav Battalion to be centrepiece of Republic Day Parade in Kolkata
Republic Day Parade 2026: A major highlight of the event will be the participation of the newly-raised 6th Bhairav Battalion, which will exemplify the Indian Army's transformation toward becoming a faster, more agile, and technology-driven combat force, it said.
Why US Consulates In India Have No H-1B Visa Interview Dates Until 2027?
Visa offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata currently have no regular interview slots available.
Bengal minister Shashi Panja receives SIR notice
Kolkata: West Bengal minister Shashi Panja on Sunday said she has received a hearing notice under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state and alleged that the exercise was being carried out in haste and without adequate preparation. Panja, the minister for women and child development, also claimed that her 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 .
Republic Day 2026: 31 CBI officers awarded police medal
The list incudes CBI officers who supervised the investigations into the rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkatas R.G. Kar Medical College and the killing of rationalist Narendra Dabholkar
31 CBI Officers Awarded Police Medal On Republic Day
New Delhi, Jan 25: CBI officers who supervised the investigations into the rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkatas RG Kar Medical College and the killing of rationalist Narendra Dabholkar are among 31 personnel of the central agency awarded police medals on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day. Joint Director V Chandrasekhar, a 2000-batch IPS officer from the Gujarat cadre, has been awarded the coveted Presidents Medal for Distinguished Service, according to the list issued by the government [] The post 31 CBI Officers Awarded Police Medal On Republic Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bengal SIR: EROs need clearances from SROs before uploading final voters list
Kolkata: The electoral registration officers (EROs) engaged in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal will need to obtain final clearance from the special roll observers (SROs) before uploading the voters names into the final electoral list. However, this restriction will only apply in cases of those voters who have appeared for hearings 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 .
Nipah scare: RT-PCR tests conducted on bats at Kolkata zoo
Samples have recently been collected from bat populations in Madhyamgram, Barasat and Basirhat in West Bengal; Alipore Zoo remains the only facility in Kolkata that houses a bat enclosure, prompting health authorities to include it in the surveillance drive
Kolkata Metro Railway introduces return ticket facility with QR code for commuters
Kolkata Metro Railway now offers a QR code return ticket facility across all its corridors. Commuters can now avoid queues at ticket counters for their return journey. This experimental service aims to save passengers valuable time. The return journey must be completed on the same day as specified on the ticket.
T20 World Cup 2026: Scotland to replace Bangladesh, confirms ICC
Scotland will thus play their four group league games against West Indies (February 7), Italy (February 9) and England (February 14) in Kolkata followed by a game against Nepal in Mumbai on February 17
Nipah Virus Update: Bats At Alipore Zoo Kolkata Being Tested For Virus
The National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has started conducting random RT-PCR (Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction) tests among the bats at the Zoological Garden at Alipore in south Kolkata.
SIR in Bengal done in hurry, says Nobel laureate Amartya Sen
Kolkata: Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has voiced deep unease over the SIR process in West Bengal, warning that the exercise is being conducted with undue haste and may jeopardise democratic participation, particularly with the assembly elections approaching in a few months. The 92-year-old economist, speaking to PTI during an interview from Boston, reflected on the 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 .
Speeding luxury car rams into guardrail during R-Day rehearsals in Kolkata
A speeding luxury car crashed into a guardrail on Kolkata's Red Road during Republic Day parade rehearsals, raising security concerns. The driver, who attempted to flee police signals, was detained. The vehicle lacked valid insurance and a PUC certificate, recalling a fatal 2016 incident in the same area.
Speeding luxury car rams into guardrail during Republic Day rehearsals in Kolkata; driver detained
No one injured; seized car did not have a valid insurance and pollution under control (PUC) certificate
Book Review | What It Takes To be an Imperfect Musician
The book starts with Baba reminiscing about his early days, how he ran away from home to learn music, in Kolkata, his training under the greatest musician at the time, Ustad Wazir Khan of Rampur
Had Netaji been alive, ECI would have called him for SIR hearing: Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday alleged a conspiracy behind the ongoing special intensive revision of electoral rolls, claiming that nearly two crore names could be deleted from the states voter list. Speaking at a programme marking Netaji Subhash Chandra Boses birth anniversary in Kolkata, she said 58 lakh names had already been removed and 1.38 crore flagged under logical discrepancies out of a total 7.66 crore voters.
Three to four people dying by suicide in West Bengal everyday due to SIR anxiety: Mamata
Kolkata, Jan 23: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday claimed that three to four people are dying by suicide everyday in the state due to anxiety over the ongoing SIR exercise. Banerjee, addressing a programme at Red Road here on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose, asserted that the Election Commission and the central government must take responsibility for the deaths. More than 110 people have already died; everyday three to four people are [] The post Three to four people dying by suicide in West Bengal everyday due to SIR anxiety: Mamata appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ICC Satisfied With Eden Gardens Facilities Ahead of Mens T20 World Cup
The ICC has expressed satisfaction with the facilities at Eden Gardens in Kolkata after a joint inspection with BCCI ahead of the Mens T20 World Cup starting February 7.
22K & 24K gold price today, January 23, 2026 across Indian cities
From football to literature: Bonds that bind Argentina & West Bengal
Argentina and West Bengal share a deep connection through football and Rabindranath Tagore. The Argentine Ambassador noted this at the Kolkata International Book Fair. He emphasized strong bilateral ties and increasing economic cooperation. India is now Argentina's sixth largest partner. Argentine exports to India have reached new records. Both nations are experiencing significant growth and cooperation.
Kolkata Literary Meet: Barbara Kingsolver, Jhumpa Lahiri open with tribute to Mahasweta Devi
Banu Mushtaqs opening address stresses on the power of reading in fractured times
Mamata pays homage to Bose on birth anniversary, urges Centre to declassify all files related to him
Kolkata, Jan 23 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday paid tribute to Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary, and urged the central government to declassify all remaining documents related to the legendary freedom fighter. Banerjee, in a post on X, also said that even after decades, the mystery surrounding his disappearance remains unsolved. On the birth anniversary of Deshnayak Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, I offer my heartfelt respect and salutations to him, she said. It is our collective misfortune that the mystery of Netajis disappearance has not been solved even today. We do not know what
Bengal SIR: ECI directs micro-observers, SROs on document authentication
Kolkata: Amid reports of unlisted identity documents being accepted as authentic ones during the hearing sessions on the claims and objections to the draft voters list in West Bengal, the Election Commission of India has directed the special roll observers (SROs) and the micro-observers to report such cases to the ECI daily. Insiders from the 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 .
Leaders Across India Pay Tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on Birth Anniversary
From Kolkata to Telangana, political figures honour the freedom fighters legacy and call for his contributions to be remembered.
Your Agency Vs My Police Kiski Laathi Aur Kiski Bhains?
Poonam I Kaushish What is it about yesterdays Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and todays Enforcement Directorate (ED) that it is always in the eye of the storm? Wherein, its fatal attraction for political cover-ups, clean chits, hit-ins and fool proof surety for law enforcers to become law breakers has earned it an ignominious nickname: Election Dhakosla. With the devil taking the hindmost! Last weeks drama in West Bengal bears this out when ED raided several locations in Kolkata [] The post Your Agency Vs My Police Kiski Laathi Aur Kiski Bhains? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Supreme Court rejects privacy plea, allows ED to access I-PAC man's phone
The Supreme Court refused to stop the ED from accessing information from an I-PAC functionary's seized mobile phone, despite pleas of privacy violation. The court stated it knows how to protect innocent citizens. This comes as ED faced interruptions in Kolkata during a search, unlike in Delhi.
EC, Not Voters, Decides Now Who's Next In Power; Book, Poetry Over SIR By TMC Chief
Speaking at the inauguration of the 49th International Kolkata Book Fair, Ms Banerjee also blamed the EC's special intensive revision (SIR) of the voters' list for the death of 110 people out of fear and stress in the state.
ED director in Kolkata days after Mamata intervened in raids at I-PAC owners house, offices
Rahul Navin will visit the regional office of ED in Salt Lake and will interact with staff to take note of ongoing cases in eastern India; he will also reportedlylook intosafety and security concerns of staff
NIA court sentences man to 10 years of imprisonment in Bengals LeT recruitment module case
Kolkata, Jan 22: An NIA court here has sentenced a man to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment in a case linked to a Pakistan-sponsored conspiracy to recruit and radicalise Muslim youths in West Bengal for the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba terror outfit, officials said on Thursday. The Special NIA Court, Kolkata, on Wednesday pronounced the sentence for Sayyad M Idris of Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka after he was convicted in the LeT recruitment module case under various sections of the Indian [] The post NIA court sentences man to 10 years of imprisonment in Bengals LeT recruitment module case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kolkata has always carried its past lightlysometimes in stone and mortar, sometimes in people. Long before pipelines and plastic tanks, the city depended on human rhythm and muscle. Among these quiet lifelines were the vistiwalas, the traditional carriers of water, once an inseparable part of old Kolkatas daily pulse. In the early 1980s, they were everywhere. From dawn till dusk, men moved through narrow lanes and crowded crossings with a mashqa water-filled goatskin bagbalanced across their shoulders. Ripon Street, New [] The post Art and Culture-Heritage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Court sentences Hyderabad-based LeT operative to 10-year imprisonment
Kolkata: A National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court here on Wednesday, January 21, sentenced Hyderabad-based Lashkar-e-Taiba operative Syed Mohammad Idrish to 10 years of imprisonment. While hearing a sedition case against him, Judge Sukumar Roy issued this order, which also included a fine. NIA lawyer Shyamal Ghosh said that Idrish confessed his guilt in court. 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 .
Actor Rimi Sen, who has appeared in several hit Bollywood movies such as Hungama, Golmaal, Phir Hera Pheri and Dhoom, was once a household name in the 2000s. The actor gradually left Bollywood and now she is working as a real estate agent in Dubai. She was born Subhamitra Sen in Kolkata in 1981. In an earlier intreview, Rimi Sen explained the reason why she decided to walk away from Bollywood.
Jadavpur University EC supports HoD in Hijab exam controversy
Kolkata: Weeks after a committee, probing the Hijab controversy at Jadavpur University, suggested that English department HoD Saswati Halder be released from her duties till the inquiry was completed, its executive council decided that she might resume her duties whenever she wishes. The committee is expected to submit its report on January 29. Hijab row 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 .
SIR deadline likely be extended in Bengal as EC reviews top court directives: Official
Kolkata, Jan 21 (PTI) The EC is considering extending the deadline for the SIR exercise in West Bengal, with the publication of the final voters list likely to be deferred beyond the scheduled date of February 14, an official of the poll panel said on Wednesday. Compliance with multiple directions issued by the Supreme Court may make it difficult to adhere to the existing timeline, he said, adding that no final decision has been taken so far. Implementing all the Supreme Courts instructions within the existing timeline is challenging. Additional time may be required, he added. The Election Commission (EC)
News headlines for January 22nd cover national developments like BHIM-UPI payment talks for heritage sites and the ED Director's Kolkata visit. Internationally, Spain experienced another train crash, while Bangladesh's court set a date for a sedition case hearing against its ousted PM.
ED Director Rahul Navin on Kolkata tour post I-PAC raids
ED Director Rahul Navin is set to visit Kolkata on Thursday. He will review the central agency's operations in the eastern region. This visit follows recent searches at I-PAC and its director Pratik Jain. The ED is investigating an alleged coal pilferage scam. Navin will meet with staff and assess case progress.
Indias traffic chokehold: Bengaluru ranks second; Pune fifth in global congestion index for 2025
Of the top 10 cities with the highest congestion in Asia, six are from India: Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Jaipur. Chennai ranked 11th, while Hyderabad is placed 15th
Odisha Attracts 1.67 Lakh Crore Investment Through Roadshows
The momentum was evident during the Odisha Investors Meets held in Hyderabad in December 2025 and Kolkata in January 2026,
Mpower Marks a Decade of Mental Health Impact at the Tata Mumbai Marathon
Mpower, an initiative of the Aditya Birla Education Trust, marked a significant milestone at the Tata Mumbai Marathon this year as it completed 10 Mindful Years of sustained work in Indias mental health space. Founded by Mrs. Neerja Birla, Founder and Chairperson of Mpower and the Aditya Birla Education Trust and Mpower. Mpower Team at Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 Over 700 participants - including employees and senior leadership from Mpower and Aditya Birla Group companies, along with college students from across Mumbai - came together at the Tata Mumbai Marathon to spotlight the importance of mental health through collective, visible action. While many joined the Dream Run, others took on the half marathon (21 km) and full marathon (42 km), reflecting a strong personal and organisational commitment to mental wellbeing. Student volunteers lined the route, cheering runners and amplifying mental health messages, reinforcing the belief that mental wellbeing is a shared responsibility across generations and communities. Over the past decade, Mpower has built an integrated mental health ecosystem spanning prevention, early intervention, and clinical care, with 14 clinical units including mental health centres, affordable care foundations, and counselling cells embedded in college campuses across India. Through its partnerships with government and public institutions, Project Samvedana strengthens rural mental health screening and referrals through district hospitals and Primary Health Centres - saving an average of 410 hours and Rs. 3,754 per individual by reducing delays and access-related costs. Mpower works closely with frontline and vulnerable populations through targeted, high-impact interventions. Project Saksham, implemented with the Mumbai and Maharashtra Police, provides trauma-informed counselling and mental health support to survivors of violence, police personnel, alleged perpetrators, and their families - integrating mental health care into routine policing processes. Project Masoom supports children in state-run Child Care Institutions through trauma-focused counselling and caregiver sensitisation, while Project Mann, in partnership with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), delivers mental health literacy, psychological first aid, screening, counselling, and dedicated helpline support across high-stress security environments. At the national level, Mpower supports the Government of Indias Tele-MANAS initiative and operates the Mpower 1-on-1 Mental Health Helpline (toll-free: 1800-120-820050), a 247 free counselling service, while COPE Clubs across colleges train peer supporters to normalise mental health conversations and enable early help-seeking among young people. Since its inception in 2016, Mpower has reached over 7 million beneficiaries , with impact spanning awareness, counselling, clinical care, and crisis support. Its work has contributed to measurable improvements in mental health literacy, increased utilisation of services, and stronger institutional responses across education, healthcare, and public systems. The Tata Mumbai Marathon provided a fitting moment to reflect on this decade-long journey - underscoring Mpowers belief that mental health must be embedded into everyday life and supported through continuity, collaboration, and long-term engagement rather than episodic interventions. As Mpower completes 10 Mindful Years , the focus remains on building responsibly and sustainably, while ensuring that mental healthcare in India continues to be credible, ethical, accessible, and trusted. About Mpower Mpower, an initiative of Aditya Birla Education Trust is a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to transforming India approach to mental health. Founded 10 years ago, Mpower has emerged as a leading force in spreading awareness, reducing stigma, and delivering holistic mental health care. With a robust team of over 200 trained professionals, Mpower impacts more than 121 million lives across seven cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Delhi, Kota and Pune. Operating through five key verticals - Movement, Clinical Care, Outreach, Academia, and Mpower 1 on 1 - Mpower offers a comprehensive range of services. The Movement focuses on changing cultural perceptions and alleviating stigma. Clinical Care provides world-class mental health services through the Centre, the Foundation, and the Cell, catering to various needs from holistic care to affordable support for the underprivileged. The Outreach vertical drives awareness and capacity-building through IGNITEPrograms for schools, colleges, NGOs, and corporates. Academia equips individuals and professionals with skills to handle mental health crises and foster empathy. The Helpline offers 24/7 multilingual support, while special projects like Samvedana enhance mental health care in primary health centers. Mpowers integrated approach and collaboration with government agencies underscore its commitment to creating a supportive and stigma-free mental health landscape.
Mamata asks DMs to strictly follow SCs directives on SIR
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has asked district magistrates to strictly adhere to the Supreme Courts instructions on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, stressing that people must not be harassed in the name of logical discrepancies. Banerjee unexpectedly joined a meeting, which was being chaired by Chief Secretary Nandini Chakraborty 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 .
Open-air workshop to take up acclaimed poems on Kolkata for translation
Called Maidane Anubade Mahanagar (The City in Translation at the Maidan), this workshop-cumtranslators meet will be held on January 25
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train's first journey sparks online debate as a viral video shows litter inside the new Kolkata, Guwahati coaches, raising questions about passenger civic sense.
'No Issues In Completing Verification Process': Mohammed Shami After Appearing For SIR Hearing
Mohammed Shami urged voters to get corrections after his SIR hearing in Kolkata. His name had surfaced on the hearing list owing to complications in their enumeration forms.
India pacer Mohammed Shami appears before SIR panel in Kolkata
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami appeared before election officials in Kolkata. He was summoned for a hearing due to discrepancies found in his voter registration form. Shami, who has resided in Kolkata for years, was previously unable to attend due to cricket commitments. His brother Mohammed Kaif also received a notice.
Indian Pacer Mohammed Shami Appears for SIR hearing in Kolkata
The cricketer is registered as a voter of ward number 93 of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, which falls under the Rashbehari assembly constituency
On January 20, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 2,42,100 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
Kolkata-basedsolar power solutions companybags 64.95 croreMaharashtra State electricityproject
As part of this program Jupiter will also launch afarmerawareness initiative through WhatsApp, SMS campaigns, and regional engagement networks to educate beneficiaries about the schemes benefits
21 GEC Bhojpur students hired by Kolkata firm
In a remarkable achievement, twenty-one engineering graduates from GEC Bhojpur have landed placements with a premier Kolkata firm, rejoicing in annual packages ranging from Rs3.5 to Rs4.75 lakh. Representing diverse disciplines like electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation, this success underscores the institute's commitment to excellence in technical education and a proactive training cell that bridges students with industry opportunities.
Trend Fusion India Launches as Indias First National Fusion Talent Platform
Trend Fusion India auditions in Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata will culminate in a grand finale on June 20, 2026, in Hyderabad, showcasing dance, fashion, rap, music, and fitness, providing nationwide exposure to participants.
CalcuttaHigh Court takes suo motu cognisance of worsening AQI in Kolkata, issues notice to State
Last week, a PIL was also filed on the same matter,raising concerns about lack of action on rising air pollution in Kolkata.
As part of his P-Pop Culture India Tour, Karan Aujla will be performing in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Indore, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Jaipur, Lucknow, and Ludhiana from February to April 2026.
On January 19, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 2,42,100 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
