Kolkata: News
18 Oct 2023
Durga PujaDurga Puja pandals in North Kolkata you shouldn't miss
As the Durga Puja fever sweeps through West Bengal, the streets burst into a riot of colors, resound with the beats of dhaak, and fill with the fragrant scent of incense.
18 Oct 2023
MumbaiMumbai's air quality worse than Delhi for the first time
The air quality in Mumbai, Maharashtra, has reportedly seen a significant drop, with the air quality index (AQI) reaching 170 on Wednesday, surpassing Delhi's AQI of 160, per IQAir's real-time data.
17 Oct 2023
MakeupDurga Puja makeup hacks for a flawless festive look
Makeup queens assemble! If you're an ardent pandal hopper, maintaining a flawless look in Kolkata's humid weather during Durga Puja can be challenging.
11 Oct 2023
Bollywood LifeZareen Khan to sue Kolkata cop in alleged cheating case
Bollywood actor Zareen Khan recently received relief when a Kolkata court canceled an arrest warrant issued against her in an alleged cheating case.
11 Oct 2023
Durga PujaKolkata prepares for 5 lakh visitors: Unmissable local experiences await
Kolkata's Durga Puja, a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage, has escalated in grandeur. This annual celebration continues to captivate a global audience, promising an even more vibrant season ahead.
21 Sep 2023
Government of IndiaONDC's mobility project crosses over 5,000 rides/day in Kolkata
The Indian government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is making waves in India's ride-hailing sector.
09 Sep 2023
BooksBook towns in India that every bibliophile must visit
India is home to many book towns and villages that are no less than a paradise for bibliophiles.
01 Sep 2023
Street FoodExploring delightful Indian street foods: A mini guide across cities
India's vibrant street food culture captivates both locals and tourists with its array of flavors, aromas, and textures.
23 Aug 2023
Jadavpur UniversityJadavpur University student was molested, paraded naked before death: Probe
The initial investigation into the tragic death of a first-year student of Jadavpur University, Kolkata, revealed that he was sexually molested and paraded naked in the hostel before his death by suicide, PTI reported.
17 Aug 2023
Jadavpur UniversityAssaulted, thrown out of room: JU students recount ragging horror
As many as nine current and former students of Jadavpur University in Kolkata have been arrested amid furor after Swapnadip Kundu, a first-year student, allegedly died by suicide following ragging by seniors.
01 Aug 2023
LPG CylinderCommercial LPG cylinder price reduced by Rs. 100
Oil marketing companies have cut the price of commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders by up to Rs. 100, reported News18.
26 Jul 2023
AssamAssam: Engineer's COVID-19 lockdown love story ends in triple murder
In a shocking development, a 25-year-old mechanical engineer killed his wife and her parents before surrendering to the police with his nine-month-old son in his arms.
06 Jul 2023
Mamata BanerjeeMamata Banerjee may undergo knee surgery for ligament injury
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee may undergo surgery on Thursday after suffering a ligament injury on her left knee, PTI reported, quoting sources.
05 Jul 2023
West BengalKolkata: Outrage after college denies admission to non-English medium students
Loreto College, a leading educational institute in Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal, is experiencing a massive backlash after it allegedly denied admission to students from Hindi and Bengali-medium schools.
25 May 2023
IIT Madras80-year-old Howrah Bridge to undergo health checkup: Here's why
Kolkata's iconic Howrah Bridge, which sees around 80,000 vehicles every day, will undergo a detailed health checkup after 11 years, PTI reported, quoting an official from Kolkata Port, which maintains the structure.
10 May 2023
Subramanian SwamyMamata Banerjee should be PM of India: BJP's Subramanian Swamy
In an embarrassment to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), party veteran Subramanian Swamy said on Tuesday that West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee should be the prime minister of India.
21 Apr 2023
Petrol Diesel PricesFuel prices revised in Mumbai, other major cities: Check rates
Petrol and diesel prices remained constant on Friday in the figures across major cities like Kolkata, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and New Delhi, as fuel prices continued their ten-month streak of rate stability.
15 Apr 2023
Hong KongHong Kong-bound cargo flight makes emergency landing in Kolkata
A Saudi Arabian Airlines cargo flight transporting goods from Jeddah to Hong Kong's Guangzhou reportedly made an emergency landing at the Kolkata airport on Saturday.
13 Apr 2023
Kolkata MetroBengal: India's first underwater metro begins trial run in Hooghly
Kolkata Metro achieved a historic milestone as its rake ran through a tunnel under a river on Wednesday for the first time. Reportedly, the rake only had engineers and officials on board and ran under the Hooghly from Kolkata to Howrah on the other side of the river.
06 Apr 2023
West BengalHeavy police deployment in West Bengal ahead of Hanuman Jayanti
The West Bengal Police is on its toes for the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on Thursday following the recent communal unrest on Ram Navami in West Bengal's Hooghly and Howrah districts.
02 Apr 2023
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Bengal: BJP leader Raju Jha shot dead in Purba Bardhaman
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Raju Jha was allegedly shot dead in Shaktigarh of West Bengal's Purba Bardhaman district on Saturday night, reported IANS citing officials.
01 Apr 2023
LPG CylinderDelhi: Commercial LPG cylinder price cut by Rs. 91.5
Amid the soaring inflation across India, petroleum and oil marketing companies have reportedly decided to slash the price of commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders in Delhi by Rs. 91.5 per unit with immediate effect from Saturday.
22 Mar 2023
Airtel PlansAirtel launches Rs. 599 postpaid plan; 5G expanded to Kolkata
Airtel has released a new postpaid plan priced at Rs. 599. The new recharge offers an Amazon Prime subscription for six months and Disney+ Hotstar mobile subscription for one year at no extra cost.
14 Mar 2023
IndiaIndia was 8th most polluted country in 2022: Report
India was the eighth most polluted country in 2022, dropping from fifth rank in 2021, according to the latest World Air Quality Report released by Swiss firm IQAir.
04 Mar 2023
Children40% of Kolkata households hit by viral infections: Survey
Four in 10 households in Kolkata have had at least one person suffering from health conditions such as cough, congestion, fever, body ache, and fatigue in the last 30 days, a LocalCircles survey found.
06 Feb 2023
BooksA to Z guide to International Kolkata Book Fair 2023
"That I can read and be happy while I am reading, is a great blessing."
30 Jan 2023
Travel And Tourism5 must-visit places in Kolkata for those 'zamindari' vibes
A melting pot of traditions, heritage, and culture, Kolkata is home to several rajbaris and royal residences that belonged to zamindars during the British Raj.
27 Jan 2023
BBCBBC documentary on PM Modi screened at Kolkata's Jadavpur University
The left-wing Students Federation of India (SFI) screened the banned BBC documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Kolkata's Jadavpur University campus on Thursday evening, reportedly without any interference from the police or university administration.
24 Jan 2023
Cricket NewsKolkata court orders Mohammed Shami to pay alimony to wife
In a big blow to cricketer Mohammed Shami, a Kolkata court has ordered him to pay a monthly alimony of Rs. 1.3 lakh to Hasin Jahan, his estranged wife, reportedly.
03 Jan 2023
COVID-19Missing late wife, Kolkata man installs her lifelike silicone statue
A 65-year-old man named Tapas Sandilya from Kolkata's Kaikhali area proved that love never dies even if the person passes away.
01 Jan 2023
Satyajit Ray#NewsBytesExplainer: Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute—history, legacy, and alumni
Legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray is credited with being one of the pioneers of Indian cinema, considering he put India on the global pedestal through Pather Panchali, Charulata, and Apur Sansar, among others.
31 Dec 2022
FoodA fan of rasgullas? Try these unique recipes
One of the most popular Bengali sweets, rasgullas are ball-shaped dumplings that have a soft spongy texture and are made from semolina dough and chenna.
29 Dec 2022
Arijit Singh#NewsBytesExclusive: Arijit Singh's Kolkata show not canceled; details inside
A political row picked up after reports of Arijit Singh's Kolkata show's cancelation spread on Thursday. Reports claimed that Singh's show, which was to take place at Eco Park early next year, was canceled.
15 Dec 2022
Mamata BanerjeeKolkata International Film Festival 2022 begins today; all details inside
The 28th Kolkata International Film Festival was inaugurated by Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Rani Mukerji among others in the star-studded guest list on Thursday.
15 Dec 2022
Christmas DayVisit these Indian places to witness the best Christmas celebrations
Santa Claus is calling you to visit these five places in India.
27 Nov 2022
Bollywood Films5 Hindi films to watch for quintessential Kolkata vibes
Featuring yellow taxis and trams to Victoria Memorial, Kolkata is referred to as a city stuck in its past.
19 Nov 2022
Arunachal Pradesh#NewsBytesExplainer: Arunachal Pradesh's first greenfield airport, its significance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated Arunachal Pradesh's first greenfield airport—the Donyi Polo Airport—at Hollongi, 25 km from the capital city of Itanagar.
14 Nov 2022
GoogleKolkata boy wins Doodle for Google 2022 contest
Tech giant Google announced the Doodle for Google 2022 competition winners, flagging off Children's Day celebrations in India.
25 Oct 2022
Travel And Tourism5 haunted places in Kolkata to go ghost-hunting this Halloween
The vintage charm of Kolkata, the City of Joy attracts a lot of tourists.
18 Oct 2022
DiwaliDiwali long weekend: 5 getaway options from Kolkata
This year, Diwali is bringing us a long weekend, which also happens to be the last of its kind in 2022.
