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‘Bhai Phonta’ celebrated in Siliguri’s red-light area, women join festivities with joy and affection

Siliguri, 11th November: The festival of 'Bhai Phonta', which celebrates the bond of love and affection between brothers and sisters, was observed with warmth and enthusiasm in Siliguri’s red-light area, where a special celebration brought moments of joy to women. As part of the traditional celebration, sisters apply a phonta on their brothers’ foreheads and pray for their long life…

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Fulbari

Fulbari: Woman found dead at home two months after husband’s death

Fulbari, 11th November: A married woman was found dead under unusual circumstances at her residence in Putimari Dangapara under Fulbari-II Gram Panchayat on Wednesday morning. The deceased has been identified as Anjali Roy. According to local sources, Anjali Roy's husband died of a heart attack around two months ago. Locals claimed that she had been suffering from depression since his…

11 Nov 2026, 1:48 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Govardhan Puja celebrated with devotion at Siliguri ISKCON temple; thousands of devotees gather

Siliguri, 10th November: Govardhan Puja was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the ISKCON temple in Siliguri, drawing thousands of devotees to the temple premises. The occasion was marked by special puja rituals, bhajans, kirtans and the offering of special Mahabhog. According to religious belief, during the Dwapara Yuga, Lord Krishna advised the residents of Vrindavan to worship Govardhan Hill instead…

10 Nov 2026, 5:21 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Transgender community continues Kali Puja tradition in Siliguri’s Baribhasha Madani Bazar

Siliguri, 10th November: The transgender community in Siliguri's Baribhasha Madani Bazar has been organising Kali Puja for several years, keeping alive a tradition rooted in devotion, faith and belief. The annual puja has also become a special attraction for local residents. For the community members, the puja is not merely a religious event but a deeply emotional tradition connected with…

10 Nov 2026, 4:59 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Siliguri: House allegedly attacked, women assaulted and valuables looted over land dispute; BJP woman leader among those accused

Siliguri, 10th November: Allegations of a house attack, assault on women family members and the looting of gold jewellery and cash over a land dispute have been levelled against a BJP woman leader and her associates. The incident has triggered tension in Paschim Dhantala under Fulbari-II Gram Panchayat in the NJP Police Station area. Following the incident, Anwar Islam has…

10 Nov 2026, 4:09 pmRead full →

North Bengal

Rash Utsav preparations begin in Naxalbari with ‘Khutti Puja’; 18-day Rash Mela to depict Lord Krishna’s life through 142 idols

Naxalbari, 10th November: Preparations for the Rash Utsav have begun in Naxalbari with the traditional 'Khutti Puja'. Organised by Naxalbari Shantinagar Yuva Sampradaya, this year's Rash Mela will continue for 18 days. The 33rd-year 'Khutti Puja' was held at the school ground in Shantinagar, Naxalbari, with members of Shantinagar Yuva Sampradaya performing the rituals. This year, 142 idols will be…

10 Nov 2026, 3:37 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Large quantity of ammunition recovered from abandoned bag near traffic police booth in Fuleswari, Siliguri

Siliguri, 10th November: A large quantity of ammunition was recovered from an abandoned bag near a traffic police booth at IOC More, adjacent to Fuleswari in Siliguri, triggering a stir in the area. On Tuesday morning, a local resident spotted the ammunition inside the abandoned bag. The discovery soon came to light, creating panic among residents. According to reports, the…

10 Nov 2026, 2:07 pmRead full →

North Bengal

Ambari Shakti Sopan Club organises drawing competition on the occasion of Shyama Puja

Ambari, 10th November: Ambari Shakti Sopan Club organised a drawing competition at its club ground on the occasion of Shyama Puja, with a large number of young artists taking part. The children showcased different forms of Goddess Kali through their drawings using colours and brushes. Their enthusiasm and excitement were clearly visible throughout the competition. Club authorities said that the…

10 Nov 2026, 1:53 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Minister Shankar Ghosh presents data, claims decline in air and noise pollution during Kali Puja in Siliguri

Siliguri, 10th November: Despite restrictions on noisy firecrackers ahead of Kali Puja, their widespread use across Siliguri caused considerable distress among residents and sparked a debate over air and noise pollution on social media. Amid the controversy, Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh presented pollution data from previous years to explain the government's stance on the issue. According to the Minister, the…

10 Nov 2026, 12:52 pmRead full →

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Woman absconding for a long time arrested in connection with land document forgery and sale case in Siliguri

Siliguri, 09th November: Police have arrested a woman who had allegedly been absconding for a long time in connection with a land document forgery case in Matigara, Siliguri. Six months after the arrest of Jasmine Khatun, wife of alleged land mafia Mohammad Zahid, police arrested Mala Chhetri in the same case on Sunday. She was subsequently produced before the Siliguri…

09 Nov 2026, 4:40 pmRead full →

North Bengal

Multiple fire incidents reported in Jalpaiguri on Kali Puja night; several properties affected

Jalpaiguri, 09th November: A series of fire incidents on Kali Puja night triggered panic in Jalpaiguri city and its adjoining areas. Several locations, including houses and a shopping mall, were reportedly affected by the fires. A dream project developed through the long-standing efforts of volunteers was also reportedly damaged. According to reports, fire incidents occurred at multiple locations, including Kadamtala…

09 Nov 2026, 1:08 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Siliguri Metropolitan Police seizes drugs worth over ₹6 crore in seven days; 14 arrested in anti-narcotics crackdown

Siliguri, 07th November: Siliguri Metropolitan Police has seized narcotic substances worth more than ₹6 crore over the past seven days as part of a major crackdown on the illegal drug trade. During this period, 14 people have been arrested on charges of involvement in drug trafficking and illegal narcotics business. Siliguri Metropolitan Police has been conducting continuous operations under its…

07 Nov 2026, 6:06 pmRead full →