Massive Fire Erupts at Garment Factory in South 24 Parganas
A major fire erupted at a garment factory in the Magrahat region of South 24 Parganas on Wednesday, with emergency teams working to contain the…
Bengal
Howrah Eviction Drive: Railways Demolish Illegal Settlements in Tikiapara
Railway authorities have cleared illegal settlements along the tracks in Howrah’s Tikiapara to address long-standing drainage and train safety issues.
Bengal Budget: All Old Welfare Schemes to Continue, Confirms Swapan Dasgupta
West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta has announced that all public welfare schemes from the previous administration will continue. The government will implement modifications to…
Leander Paes Praises Suvendu Adhikari’s Fitness at International Yoga Day Marathon
Indian tennis icon Leander Paes lauded West Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari's physical stamina and energy at an International Yoga Day promotional marathon.
Eastern Railway Announces 7 Special Local Trains for Paschimbanga Diwas
Eastern Railway will operate seven special EMU local trains in the Howrah division on June 20, 2026. The services aim to tackle passenger rush on…
Nandakumar-Digha Double Line: Railway Board Clears Project After 8-Year Wait
The Railway Board has officially approved the construction of a double railway line between Nandakumar and Digha, ending an eight-year wait for the crucial infrastructure…
Annapurna Bhandar Form: How to Get the PDF and Apply Offline in Bengal
The Annapurna Bhandar application form is available in Bengali, Hindi and English on the official portal. Here is how to download the PDF, fill it…
Lakshmir Bhandar to Annapurna Bhandar: Do You Need to Apply Again?
Existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries are being moved to Annapurna Bhandar's Rs 3,000 monthly payout automatically after re-verification. Here is who migrates, who must reapply and…
KMC Elections 2026: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari Announces Polls Within 6 Months
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has confirmed that the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) elections will be held within six months, marking the first urban electoral test…
Annapurna Bhandar Eligibility: Who Gets Rs 3,000 a Month, Who Does Not
Annapurna Bhandar pays Rs 3,000 a month to women aged 25 to 60 in West Bengal, but income-tax payers, government employees and pensioners are excluded.…