NGT admits appeal against environmental clearance for Etalin project in Arunachal
Guwahati: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has admitted an appeal challenging the environmental clearance granted to SJVN Limited for the 3,097-MW Etalin Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal Pradesh, after allowing a 58-day delay in filing the case. A three-member bench of the NGTs Eastern Zone Bench in Kolkata, comprising Justice Arun Kumar Tyagi, Dr A. Senthil [] The post NGT admits appeal against environmental clearance for Etalin project in Arunachal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
BC Roy Market traders brace for shift as deadline looms
Minister: Appointing MPs, MLAs to free campuses of politics
Doctors protest against 72-hr bar on pvt practice order
Kin of Bangla fire victims eye return to city, fret over safe stay options
Residents, traders of death bldg locked out for a week
Blood Trafficking Scandal Unfolds in West Bengal Hospital; Three Lab Assistants Arrested
Kolkata, August 25: The Anti-Corruption Branch of West Bengal Police has arrested three lab assistants from a government hospital on charges of alleged blood trafficking. The arrested individuals work at the Panskura Super Specialty Hospital in East Midnapore district. However, the police have not yet disclosed their identities. Authorities suspect that these three are part ... Read more Blood Trafficking Scandal Unfolds in West Bengal Hospital; Three Lab Assistants Arrested
IPC Holds Crucial Meeting in Kolkata to Discuss Drug Standards and Quality Improvement
Kolkata, August 25: The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, organized an interactive meeting at the Central Drug Laboratory (CDL) and the Central Cosmetics Laboratory (CCL) in Kolkata. This meeting marked the first of its kind in West Bengal, where experts and stakeholders discussed enhancing drug standards and quality ... Read more IPC Holds Crucial Meeting in Kolkata to Discuss Drug Standards and Quality Improvement
Feared for life during outsider attack: JU student mails plaint
BJP neta alleges assault by own party workers
Snakebite boy safe, forest department calls off search
After CM, ministers weigh in on JU future
New Delhi, Aug 25: The government will sell onions at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg in the national capital, a discount of around 36 per cent from the prevailing average retail price, with the help of 800 tonnes of fresh vegetable supplies reaching here on Wednesday through the first 'Kanda Express'. Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare on Tuesday said that onions will be retailed via Nafed, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar stores in the national capital. Bulk onions are also being transported through dedicated railway rakes to four other centres -- Chennai, Ernakulam, Madurai and Guwahati, she said on a social media paltform. The onion being transported to these consuming centres is a buffer stock maintained at Nasik, Maharashtra. The stock is being released to check price rise. The all-India average retail price of onion has jumped more than 28 per cent in a month to Rs 44.72/kg on August 25, up from Rs 34.80 per kg on July 25. A year ago, the price was Rs 28.67 per kg on the same day, reflecting a sharp 56 per cent increase. Among major cities, retail onion prices on Tuesday stood at Rs 60 per kg in Chennai (Rs 35 per kg a year ago), Rs 55 per kg in Delhi (Rs 33), Rs 60 per kg in Kolkata (Rs 32/kg), Rs 48 per kg in Mumbai (Rs 32 per kg) and Rs 38 per kg in Ranchi (Rs 25 per kg). Data maintained by the ministry shows that the average wholesale price was up 63 per cent at Rs 36.73 per kg on August 25, against Rs 22.54 per kg in the year-ago period. In a month, the wholesale prices have risen by 33.5 per cent. The Kanda Express initiative, aimed at enhancing logistical efficiency for large-scale onion movement, was launched in 2024-25 and has since been scaled up considerably. In 2024-25, 14 railway rakes carrying nearly 12,000 tonnes of onion buffer stock were dispatched to five cities. In 2025-26, this has expanded to 86 rakes carrying about 88,000 tonnes of onions to 16 major cities across the country. The onion buffer stock is the Centre's strategic reserve, built up primarily to cushion the market against price spikes when supplies tighten. The government maintains onion stocks in different producing states as part of the Price Stabilisation Fund scheme. About 1.21 lakh tonnes of onion buffer has been maintained for 2026. According to the government, onion availability remains comfortable to meet domestic demand over the coming months, supported by estimated 2025-26 production of 307.37 lakh tonnes, 'broadly on a par with 307.67 lakh tonnes in the previous year. Onion prices typically see a seasonal uptick from August-September due to festive demand, weather-related disruptions, supply chain movements, and shifting demand patterns.
KP collects JU CCTV footage, may record guards statements
Former CPM legislator Srutinath Praharaj granted bail
Zero tolerance: In open letter, Samik reads BJP ranks riot act against corruption
BJP gives Sukanta charge of KMC polls, Rahul to look after Howrah
HC denies Mayo Road to both TMCP factions, allots separate venues
Hawkers reclaim Canning St stretch day after police drive
Baruipur killing: 4 BJP workers arrested
Capital Numbers acquires Epitome Cloud
Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission launches seven nitrosamine impurity standards in Kolkata meeting
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Juhi Chawla was one of the most prominent actresses in the 1990s. Today, she is a successful businesswoman who co-owns cricket team Kolkata Knight Riders with Shah Rukh Khan. Her Malabar Hills home is a study in opulence and features many beautiful art works and elegant marble floors. The palatial house is loacted in Malabar Hills, one of the most affluent neighbourhoods in Mumbai.
Kolkata High Court Allows TMC Factions to Celebrate Student Wing Foundation Day Separately
Kolkata, August 25: The Kolkata High Courts single bench granted permission on Tuesday for both factions of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) to celebrate the foundation day of the partys student wing, Trinamool Chhatra Parishad (TMCP), separately on August 28. However, the court did not allow either faction to hold their events at their preferred locations. ... Read more Kolkata High Court Allows TMC Factions to Celebrate Student Wing Foundation Day Separately
Kolkata Police Crack Down on Rising Prices with Market Raids
Kolkata, August 25: Amid rising prices of essential goods, the Enforcement Branch (EB) of Kolkata Police conducted raids in several markets on Tuesday morning. This action was taken under the directives of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The Chief Minister had instructed officials to monitor price hikes, leading to the formation of 10 EB teams that ... Read more Kolkata Police Crack Down on Rising Prices with Market Raids
Kolkata markets raided as Enforcement Branch cracks down on rising essential prices
Kolkata markets raided as Enforcement Branch cracks down on rising essential prices Kolkata: The Enforcement Branch (EB) officials of the Kolkata Police raided several markets across Kolkata on Tuesday morning following Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikaris instructions to monitor the situation amid reports of rising prices of essential commodities, including sugar, edible oil and vegetables. Around [] The post Kolkata markets raided as Enforcement Branch cracks down on rising essential prices appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
HC grants protection to Abhishek Banerjee from arrest in 3 cases
Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday, August 25, directed the police not to take any coercive steps against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee in three criminal cases against him till November 30, holding that custodial interrogation is not necessary. The court directed the Diamond Harbour MP not to travel abroad without permission of the high 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 .
Calcutta High Court Grants Interim Relief to Abhishek Banerjee in Three FIRs
Kolkata, August 25: The Calcutta High Court provided interim relief to Abhishek Banerjee, the General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress and MP from Diamond Harbour, on Tuesday. This relief pertains to three additional FIRs, protecting him from arrest and stringent police actions. Banerjee has now secured interim protection in 11 out of the total 16 ... Read more Calcutta High Court Grants Interim Relief to Abhishek Banerjee in Three FIRs
Prizvox Launches AI Search Visibility Platform for Agencies and Marketing Teams
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 25: Prizvox launched today as an end-to-end AI search visibility platform built for founders, agencies and independent consultants. Prizvox measures how a website performs across Google and AI-generated answers, then carries that measurement through to a strategy and tracked results.
EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 12 Posts
Engineers India Limited (EIL) has invited experienced engineers to apply for 12 Associate Engineer Grade I posts. Candidates must first register online between 25 August 2026 and 08 September 2026, then attend a walk-in interview at one of EIL's offices (Gurugram, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai, or Vadodara), on a date to be intimated by email.
Class 1 student bitten by snake inside Kolkata school; second incident in one week
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari promises appropriate action into the matter; parents of students remain anxious, raise safety concerns
Gold and silver prices today, 25 August: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
Brent crude remained around $92 a barrel as investors tracked US sanctions on Iran and risks around the Strait of Hormuz
Bengal: Three held in connection with killing of former Trinamool MLA
Bengal: Three held in connection with killing of former Trinamool MLAs personal assistant Kolkata: Police on Monday arrested three people in connection with the killing of former Trinamool Congress MLA Sunil Singhs personal assistant Shekhar Chowdhury alias Bunty. The incident took place in Garulia under Noapara Assembly constituency in West Bengals North 24 Parganas district. [] The post Bengal: Three held in connection with killing of former Trinamool MLAs personal assistant appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Kolkata: Woman dies after tree falls on her at SSKM Hospital
A 46-year-old woman died after a tree suddenly fell on her at the state-run SSKM Hospital in Kolkata, with police launching a preliminary investigation
CAA Hearing to Conclude Soon: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari
Kolkata, August 25: West Bengal leader Suvendu Adhikari announced on Monday that hearings for citizenship applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, will soon be completed. He stated that the state government has issued certificates to 23,000 out of 230,000 applicants so far. Addressing a press conference at the state secretariat Nabanna, Adhikari said, We ... Read more CAA Hearing to Conclude Soon: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari
Shocking Attempted Murder and Robbery of Elderly Woman in Kolkata
Kolkata, August 25: A shocking incident of robbery and attempted murder has emerged in the Jorabagan area of Kolkata. Reports indicate that a long-time servant, who had been working in the elderly womans home for several years, stole her jewelry and cash before fleeing. When she resisted, he allegedly attempted to kill her. Police are ... Read more Shocking Attempted Murder and Robbery of Elderly Woman in Kolkata
West Bengals CM Welcomes NOC for Baranagar-Barrackpore Metro Corridor
Kolkata, August 25: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has expressed his approval of the Kolkata Municipal Corporations (KMC) issuance of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the Baranagar-Barrackpore Metro Corridor, also known as the Pink Line. In a post on the social media platform X, Chief Minister Adhikari stated, I wholeheartedly welcome the KMCs ... Read more West Bengals CM Welcomes NOC for Baranagar-Barrackpore Metro Corridor
As many as 23,000 certificates issued under CAA, 2.3 lakh applications made says WB CM
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that about 2.07 lakh applications are pending with the State government
Will ensure you never hit the streets again, Suvendu tells Mamata
Class 1 boy bitten by snake in Kolkata school, condition stable
After right-wing demand, JU appoints ex-judge as probe head
Biswa Bangla stores set for Paschim Banga rebranding
Mamata Banerjee Accuses CM of Threatening Opposition Voices
Kolkata, August 25: Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the current Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, on Monday. She accused him of allegedly threatening her during a press conference earlier in the day. Banerjee questioned the state of Indian politics, stating, Is this a new low? Suvendu Adhikari openly threatened me from a government office, claiming ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Accuses CM of Threatening Opposition Voices
West Bengal CM Announces Swift Completion of CAA Hearings
Kolkata, August 25: West Bengal leader Suvendu Adhikari announced on Monday that hearings for citizenship applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, will soon conclude. He stated that the state government has issued certificates to 23,000 out of 230,000 applicants so far. Addressing a press conference at the state secretariat Nabanna, Adhikari said, We will ... Read more West Bengal CM Announces Swift Completion of CAA Hearings
Mukundapur hotels on edge as shutdown drive reaches citys 2nd Mini Bangla pocket
More guards and CCTVs: JU plans hostel security upgrade
Suvendu meets food inspectors, orders crackdown on sugar price hike & hoarding
KP plans AI Task Force to tackle cybercrimes
Annual prize day honours student achievers, dedicated teachers & heritage artisans
NSG starts 4-day security drill at Kalighat temple
Plaint against man after wifes suicide
Cabby Assaults Woman After Nuisance Protest Near Church
HC gives BC Roy Mkt traders a week to shift out
23 cars gutted in morning blaze at Birati service centre
Rain, clouds bring Kol max down to 31.2C
App Biker Abuses Student, On The Run
72-hr pvt practice bar for docs after admission day
Snake Alert Reaches Kolkatas Old Schools
Kolkata High Court Halts Arrest Warrant Against MP Mahua Moitra
Kolkata, August 24: The Kolkata High Court has suspended the arrest warrant issued against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra by the Krishnanagar court in Nadia district. The warrant was issued due to her failure to appear in court. A division bench comprising Justices Debangshu Basak and Aryak Dutta has scheduled a hearing for August 27. ... Read more Kolkata High Court Halts Arrest Warrant Against MP Mahua Moitra
Left unions rally in Kol, demand action over JU violence
CM orders probe into JU anti-natl graffiti
Right-wingers slam CCTV footage leak
Caught in melee, VC falls while leaving meeting room
Kolkata man arrested for unauthorised routing of international VoIP calls
Milder Covid variant causes severe loss of taste, smell in Kol
SSKM tree branch collapse kills woman, injures two
Fire licence delayed, C Kol hoteliers mull legal recourse as blanket closure threatens livelihood
Class 1 Student Hospitalised After Snakebite In Kolkata Government School
The child was taken by the authorities of the government-run school to SSKM Hospital, where he was admitted and kept under observation.
West Bengal Minister rebukes homeless woman for heating milk on Kolkata footpath, sparks outrage
Trinamool Congress chairperson and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee offers to take responsibility for the homeless family and their child
ED Takes Action in SSC Group-C and D Recruitment Scam in West Bengal
Kolkata, August 24: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its investigation into the SSC Group-C and Group-D recruitment scam in West Bengal. On August 20, a supplementary prosecution complaint was filed against several individuals, including Partha Chatterjee and Arpita Mukherjee, in a special court in Kolkata. This complaint follows a previous prosecution complaint dated January ... Read more ED Takes Action in SSC Group-C and D Recruitment Scam in West Bengal
Kolkata, August 24: The Calcutta High Courts single judge bench has requested a detailed report from the Director General of Police (DGP) of West Bengal regarding all FIRs filed against Sumit Roy, the personal assistant of Trinamool Congress General Secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee. Justice Sougata Bhattacharya directed the DGPs office to submit ... Read more Calcutta High Court Demands Report on FIRs Against Abhishek Banerjees PA, Next Hearing Scheduled for September 10
Onion prices up 59%, govt ramps up 'Kanda Express' supplies to cool market
The Centre has started moving bulk onion stocks through dedicated railway rakes the 'Kanda Express' from Nashik in Maharashtra to major consuming centres, as part of efforts to augment supplies and check the seasonal rise in prices, a Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare said on Monday. Stocks currently being loaded onto these rakes are expected to reach the identified centres by Wednesday, she said. PRICES UP SHARPLY ------------------------- Data maintained by the ministry shows the all-India average retail price of onion rose 59 per cent year-on-year to Rs 43.53/kg on August 24, from Rs 27.37/kg a year ago. The average wholesale price was up 68 per cent at Rs 35.58/kg, against Rs 21.23/kg in the year-ago period. Among major cities, retail onion prices on Monday stood at Rs 60/kg in Chennai (Rs 33 a year ago), Rs 55/kg in Delhi (Rs 35) and Rs 53/kg in Kolkata. Initially, the onion will be supplied to five major consumption centres, namely Chennai, Madurai, Delhi, Ernakulam
Tragic Incident at Kolkatas SSKM Hospital: Woman Killed by Falling Tree, Two Injured
Kolkata, August 24: A tragic incident occurred at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata on Monday when a tree fell, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to two others. The victim has been identified as 46-year-old Rahima Bibi, who had come to the government hospital from Nalhati in Birbhum district to care for a ... Read more Tragic Incident at Kolkatas SSKM Hospital: Woman Killed by Falling Tree, Two Injured
Calcutta High Court Approves Immediate Hearing on TMC Student Wings Foundation Day Petition
Kolkata, August 24: The Calcutta High Court has granted immediate hearing on petitions from both factions of the Trinamool Congress regarding the celebration of the foundation day of the student wing, Trinamool Chhatra Parishad (TMCP). Both factions sought permission to celebrate the foundation day at the same location in central Kolkata on August 28. They ... Read more Calcutta High Court Approves Immediate Hearing on TMC Student Wings Foundation Day Petition
IBC @ Crossroads: A Decade of Evolution, The Road Ahead
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 24: A conclave on the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, themed IBC @ Crossroads: A Decade of Evolution, The Road Ahead, was successfully organised on 8 August 2026 at The Park, Kolkata, under the Views Exchange series GYAN GANGA. The Conclave brought together leading stakeholders from across the insolvency ecosystem to reflect on the decade-long journey of the Code and deliberate upon emerging challenges, evolving practices and the road ahead.
Kolkata court disposes Abhishek Banerjee plea after KYC reactivates bank account
Kolkata court disposes Abhishek Banerjee plea after KYC reactivates bank account
Woman Dies After Tree Falls On Her At Kolkatas SSKM Hospital
46-year-old Rahida Bibi was at the state-run hospital when the tree suddenly fell on her
TMC MP Sougata Roy Criticizes CM Suvendu Adhikari Over Border Security and Jadavpur Violence
Kolkata, August 24: TMC MP Sougata Roy has responded to several pressing issues in West Bengal. He rebuked Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikaris claim that the previous government did nothing for border security. Roy stated, This is not true. Whatever needed to be done was already accomplished by the previous government. Suvendu Adhikari is now trying ... Read more TMC MP Sougata Roy Criticizes CM Suvendu Adhikari Over Border Security and Jadavpur Violence
Assam Premier League Strengthens Regional Cricket Ecosystem With Focus On Local Talent
The Assam Premier League: The Assam Premier League (APL) on Sunday concluded its inaugural edition with Barpeta Braves being crowned champions after a five-wicket victory over Guwahati Royals in the Final on Sunday, bringing the tournament, to a close following a season that saw several impressive performances from both established and emerging players. The inaugural edition also emerged as a strong launchpad for emerging talent. Denish Das earned a place in the Duleep Trophy squad, signing off his stint with the Assam Premier League with a century just before leaving. Rohit Sen, Bastab Roy, Shubham Kumar Gupta and Ayushman Malakar also impressed through the tournament, underlining the next generation of cricketing talent emerging from the state, while 150 players across eight teams from Assam used the platform to make an impression. The league attracted significant attention from the wider cricketing ecosystem, with scouts from IPL franchises Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru present at every match. Mithun Manhas, BCCI president, was also in attendance, further highlighting the growing interest in the talent emerging from Assam. The inaugural edition delivered high-quality, competitive cricket, with multiple 200-plus scores, successful chases and thrilling last-over finishes. The Final drew more than 25,000 spectators, underlining the leagues strong connect with cricket fans across Assam. Commenting on the tournament, Taranga Gogoi, president, Assam Cricket Association said, The Assam Premier League is an important platform for the development of cricket in Assam. The performances we have seen this season demonstrate the talent that exists across the state. Providing players with regular competitive opportunities is essential for their development, and we hope this league continues to contribute to the growth of Assam cricket. The leagues success also reflects the increasing importance of state-level competitions in Indian cricket, particularly as talent continues to emerge from markets beyond the countrys traditional cricketing centres. The inaugural edition delivered high-quality, competitive cricket, with multiple 200-plus scores, successful chases and thrilling last-over finishes. The Final drew more than 25,000 spectators, underlining the leagues strong connect with cricket fans across Assam. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The inaugural edition also made a strong start from a commercial perspective, with 14 sponsors and partners across categories. The breadth of the partner portfolio provides an encouraging foundation for the leagues commercial growth and reflects early confidence in the property. Article Source: IANS
Fire at Kolkata Car Showroom Destroys 22 Vehicles, No Casualties Reported
Kolkata, August 24: A massive fire broke out early Monday morning at a car showroom in Bankura, near Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkatas northern outskirts. The blaze resulted in the destruction of 22 new cars, with eight others severely damaged. Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries. However, the fire escalated quickly, ... Read more Fire at Kolkata Car Showroom Destroys 22 Vehicles, No Casualties Reported
No facility to train in India? Brazil plan practice in Dhaka before Kolkata match
No facility to train in India Brazil plan practice in Dhaka before Kolkata match
Kolkata, Aug 24 (IANS) The bank, which had imposed debit restrictions on the personal bank account of Trinamool Congress general secretary and Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha member Abhishek Banerjee, informed the Calcutta High Court on Monday that the freeze has been lifted and his debit and cards have been reactivated. Banerjee, the nephew of former []
Fire destroys 30 vehicles at car showroom near Kolkata airport
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TMC MP Mahua Moitra moves Supreme Court alleging eviction from Nadia Circuit House in Bengal
The lawyer sought an urgent hearing of Ms. Moitras writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution to protect her fundamental rights against State action; the court said it would look into her plea for early listing
Kolkata showroom fire: 22 cars gutted, 8 damaged; no casualties reported
A total of eight fire tenders reached the spot and, after hours of rigorous fire-fighting, managed to bring the fire under control. At the time the report was filed, the cooling process was being conducted, and the fire-fighters were trying to locate the hidden fire-pockets within the completely gutted showroom, if any
West Bengals New Industrial Policy May Include Landowners as Stakeholders
Kolkata, August 24: The West Bengal government is preparing to announce its new industrial policy by mid-September this year. A provision may be introduced to make landowners stakeholders in industrial units. To address the challenges associated with land acquisition, the government is considering including this proposal in the new industrial policy. During the tenure of ... Read more West Bengals New Industrial Policy May Include Landowners as Stakeholders
Massive fire breaks out at car showroom near Kolkata airport, 30 cars gutted
Massive fire breaks out at car showroom near Kolkata airport, 30 cars gutted
