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BJP’s Siliguri Organisational District SC Morcha distributes Chhath Puja materials among devotees

Siliguri, 12th November: The Siliguri Organisational District of the Bharatiya Janata Party's Scheduled Caste (SC) Morcha distributed Chhath Puja materials among devotees ahead of the festival. Various puja items were handed over to Chhath devotees as part of the initiative. Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha MP Jayanta Kumar Roy and Scheduled Caste Morcha President Manisha Sarkar were present during the programme and…

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Abandoned trolley bag near Milan More in Siliguri triggers concern; police recover clothes and bank passbook

Siliguri, 12th November: An abandoned trolley bag found beside the road in the Karaibari area near Milan More triggered concern among local residents on Thursday morning. The bag had been lying in front of a B.Ed college since early morning, raising suspicions among passersby. According to local sources, the bag remained unattended for several hours, and nobody came forward to…

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Bihari Kalyan Manch objects to politicisation of Chhath Puja material distribution in Siliguri

Siliguri, 12th November: Bihari Kalyan Manch has raised objections to the distribution of Chhath Puja materials across different parts of the city, alleging that the religious festival is being used for political purposes. Members of the organisation expressed their displeasure during a press conference held at Siliguri Journalists' Club on Thursday. The organisation stated that Chhath Puja is a religious…

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Siliguri’s Subhashpally Jagadhatri Puja enters fifth year; idol inspired by Krishnanagar’s famous Burima to be major attraction

Siliguri, 12th November: With the Durga Puja and Kali Puja celebrations over, Siliguri is gearing up for Jagadhatri Puja. Several puja pandals across the city are preparing to welcome visitors with new themes and attractions. Among them, Subhashpally Jagadhatri Puja is set to be a major attraction this year as the organisers prepare to celebrate its fifth year. The main…

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North Bengal

Severe hailstorm damages houses and crops across Rajganj and other parts of Jalpaiguri; farmers face losses

Jalpaiguri, 12th November: A severe hailstorm lasting around half an hour on Wednesday afternoon caused damage across several parts of Jalpaiguri district, raising concerns over losses to houses and agricultural crops. Rajganj block was among the worst-affected areas, where the intensity of the hailstorm was particularly high. Strong winds accompanied by heavy hail began suddenly at around 5 PM. Hailstorms…

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Darjeeling District Excise Department busts liquor smuggling attempt using ambulance; 109 cartons seized, driver escapes

Siliguri, 12th November: The Darjeeling District Excise Department busted an alleged liquor smuggling operation after intercepting an ambulance carrying 109 cartons of duty-unpaid liquor on the Fulbari-Ghoshpukur Bypass. The ambulance, allegedly used to transport the liquor while evading police attention, was also seized. The estimated market value of the 109 cartons of seized liquor is ₹24,52,500. Including the seized ambulance…

12 Nov 2026, 12:28 pmRead full →

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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: 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…

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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…

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