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Police foil buffalo smuggling attempt in Phansidewa, rescue three buffaloes; two arrested

Siliguri, 02nd November: Phansidewa Police foiled an alleged attempt to smuggle buffaloes in a Bolero vehicle and rescued three buffaloes from the vehicle on the Ghoshpukur-Fulbari National Highway. Acting on a tip-off, police intercepted a four-wheeler and conducted a search, during which three buffaloes were recovered. Two people were arrested in connection with the incident. The accused have been identified…

02 Nov 2026, 12:44 pmRead full →

North Bengal

Man injured after being hit by vehicle while crossing road near Fatapukur Traffic More in Rajganj

Rajganj, 02nd November: A man was injured after being hit by a vehicle while crossing the road near Fatapukur Traffic More in Rajganj on Sunday night. The injured man has been identified as Santosh Lama, a local resident. According to local sources, Santosh Lama was heading from his home to a shop on the opposite side of the road when…

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Siliguri

Hasta Shilpa Mela begins at Paschim Banga Shilpi Haat in Siliguri, to continue till November 15

Siliguri, 01st November: Hasta Shilpa Mela commenced at Paschim Banga Shilpi Haat in Kawakhali, Siliguri, on Saturday, under the initiative of the state government’s Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and Textiles. The fair will continue until November 15. Artisans from various districts of North and South Bengal have gathered at the fair to showcase a wide range…

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Siliguri

Siliguri’s Naba Jagriti Sangha to highlight neglect of elderly parents through ‘Briddhashram’ Kali Puja theme

Siliguri, 01st November: Naba Jagriti Sangha of Uttar Sukanta Nagar in Siliguri has chosen ‘Briddhashram’ as the theme for its 34th annual Kali Puja, highlighting the growing social concern of elderly parents being neglected and forced to leave their homes. Through its pandal decorations, the organisers aim to convey a message that parents should not be abandoned during their twilight…

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Fulbari

Body of newborn recovered from Mahananda River in Fulbari; police begin probe

Fulbari, 01st November: Body of a newborn girl was recovered from the Mahananda River near Kamrangaguri in Fulbari on Sunday, triggering concern among local residents. According to reports, local residents noticed the infant's body floating in the river and immediately informed the police. Acting on the information, personnel from NJP Police Station reached the spot, recovered the body and sent…

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Bagdogra

Man arrested in Bagdogra for allegedly duping woman from Kolkata of gold jewellery over loan promise

Bagdogra, 01st November: A man was arrested by Bidhannagar Police in Bagdogra for allegedly cheating a woman from Kolkata out of her gold jewellery on the pretext of helping her secure a loan. According to police sources, the accused has been identified as Debashis Nag, a resident of Abhiram Jote in Bagdogra. He reportedly owns a restaurant in the Hanskhawa…

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Siliguri

Fire breaks out at battery showroom near Eastern Bypass in Siliguri

Siliguri, 01st November: Fire broke out at a battery showroom in the Purba Chayan Para area near Eastern Bypass in Siliguri on Saturday night, triggering panic among local residents. Fortunately, no major damage was reported. According to reports, a battery inside the showroom caught fire and subsequently exploded, causing alarm in the neighbourhood. The fire department was immediately informed, but…

01 Nov 2026, 12:40 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Minister Shankar Ghosh praises Siliguri Puja committees for avoiding DJs, urges restraint on noisy firecrackers during Kali Puja and Diwali

Siliguri, 31st October: Minister Shankar Ghosh praised Durga Puja committees in Siliguri for refraining from using DJs during the festival and urged them to maintain the same awareness in the coming years. He also appealed to people to act responsibly and avoid using firecrackers that cause noise pollution during Kali Puja and Diwali. On Saturday, the Himalayan Nature and Adventure…

31 Oct 2026, 7:04 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Matigara Police arrest youth with 61 grams of brown sugar before alleged drug deal

Siliguri, 31st October: Matigara Police arrested a youth and recovered 61 grams of brown sugar from his possession in the Matigara Bypass area. The arrested youth has been identified as Suman Saha, a resident of Vishwas Colony in Matigara, Siliguri. According to police sources, the accused was allegedly present in the area on Saturday afternoon with the intention of buying…

31 Oct 2026, 6:35 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Procession held to mark centenary celebration of Anandamoyee Kalibari in Siliguri; leaders from different political parties walk together

Siliguri, 31st October: A grand procession was organised in Siliguri to mark the centenary celebration of Anandamoyee Kalibari, witnessing a rare display of political leaders from different parties coming together despite their differing ideologies. Among those who participated in the procession were former minister and former Siliguri Mayor Gautam Deb, Trinamool Congress leader Sankar Malakar, and Siliguri MLA and Tourism…

31 Oct 2026, 6:27 pmRead full →

North Bengal

Huge crowd gathers outside post office in Jalpaiguri for Aadhaar corrections and updates

Jalpaiguri, 31st October: A large crowd gathered outside a post office in Jalpaiguri for Aadhaar card corrections, information updates and Aadhaar enrolment for children. The queue stretched from the post office to nearby roads. Some people had reportedly been waiting since 3 AM, while others arrived at 4 AM. Personnel from Kotwali Police Station were deployed at the site. Although…

31 Oct 2026, 5:20 pmRead full →

Siliguri

Man arrested in Siliguri for allegedly raping minor sister-in-law, leaving her pregnant

Siliguri, 31st October: Pradhan Nagar Police have arrested a 22-year-old man accused of repeatedly raping his minor sister-in-law and leaving her pregnant. The accused is a resident of Alipurduar. The minor is reportedly around seven months pregnant. According to police sources, the girl’s father lodged a written complaint against his son-in-law at Pradhan Nagar Police Station on 04th October. The…

31 Oct 2026, 4:41 pmRead full →