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College student found dead under mysterious circumstances in Siliguri; family seeks justice

Siliguri, 29th October: The death of a college student under mysterious circumstances has caused a stir in Siliguri. The deceased has been identified as Priya Mondal. Her family has approached Ashighar Police Outpost, demanding an investigation to determine the actual cause of her death and seeking justice. According to the family, Priya had been in a relationship with Kaushav Sarkar…

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Gold trader robbed at gunpoint in Siliguri’s Shantinagar, 200 grams of gold and cash looted

Siliguri, 29th October: Four miscreants allegedly robbed a gold trader of gold and cash after firing at him on Panchanan Road in the Shantinagar area of Siliguri, triggering panic among local residents. According to the complaint, the incident took place while Uttam Sarkar was returning home after closing his shop. The miscreants allegedly snatched a bag containing gold and cash…

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Bagdogra Police arrest two in connection with theft case at doctor’s residence, stolen AC and sofa recovered

Siliguri, 28th October: Bagdogra Police have arrested two people in connection with the theft of furniture and an air conditioner from a doctor’s house in Rangapani. One person was arrested for the alleged theft, while another was arrested on charges of purchasing the stolen goods. According to the complaint, the incident took place on 25th October when the doctor’s house…

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Darjeeling District Congress announces ‘Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao’ campaign at a press conference

Siliguri, 28th October: Darjeeling District Congress announced the ‘Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao’ campaign at a press conference on Wednesday, calling for a nationwide movement to protect voting rights and democracy and raising allegations of ‘vote chori’. Sanjay Kapoor, All India Congress Committee observer and former MLA, announced the campaign during the press conference. The press conference was attended by Nirmal…

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‘Khutti Puja’ marks beginning of preparations for 28th Rash Mela and Uttar Banga Lok Sanskriti O Baul Utsav in Takimari, Gajoldoba

Gajoldoba, 28th October: Preparations have begun for the 28th Rash Mela and Uttar Banga Lok Sanskriti O Baul Utsav at Takimari in Gajoldoba, Rajganj block, with a traditional 'Khutti Puja' ceremony held on Wednesday. The festival is being organised by Naba Milan Yuva Sangha and Takimari Bazar Committee at Takimari under Mantadari Gram Panchayat in Rajganj block. According to the…

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Siliguri’s Amra Sabai Surya Sen Sporting Club begins Kali Puja preparations with ‘Khutti Puja’; unveils ‘Dhyanroope Maa’ theme for 56th year

Siliguri, 28th October: Amra Sabai Surya Sen Sporting Club has begun preparations for Kali Puja with a traditional 'Khutti Puja' ceremony. The club’s puja is entering its 56th year, with ‘Dhyanroope Maa’ as this year’s special attraction, bringing together the origins of creation and tradition. According to the organisers, the mandap decoration will reflect a blend of creation and tradition…

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Rajganj: Women busy making plastic flower garlands ahead of Kali Puja, hope for extra income

Rajganj, 28th October: With Kali Puja just a few days away, women in Bhelkipara, under Farabari in the Binnaguri Gram Panchayat area of Rajganj block, are busy making plastic flower garlands at home. The festive season brings increased demand for garlands, raising hopes of additional income for these women as they try to manage household expenses during the celebrations. Although…

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School teacher critically injured in alleged murder attempt with sharp weapon during morning walk in Shantinagar, Siliguri

Siliguri, 28th October: Panic spread across the Shantinagar area of Siliguri on Wednesday morning after a school teacher was allegedly attacked with a sharp weapon in a suspected murder attempt on a public road. According to reports, the teacher, identified as Shiuli Dutta, went out for her morning walk when a man named Sajal Das allegedly attacked her with a…

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Woman arrested in Siliguri over alleged ₹91.21 lakh cyber fraud involving video-call blackmail

Siliguri, 28th October: Pradhan Nagar Police have arrested a woman in connection with an alleged cyber fraud involving blackmail through video calls on social media. The arrest was made under ‘Operation Cyber Prahar’. The accused, identified as Manisha Mondal, is reportedly a resident of Kharibari and was arrested from the Batasi bus stand. According to police sources, the investigation began…

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Siliguri Police Commissionerate organises road safety awareness rallies across the city

Siliguri, 27th October: The Siliguri Police Commissionerate organised a special awareness campaign on Tuesday to curb road accidents and educate the public about traffic rules on the occasion of Road Safety and Responsible Citizenship Day. Awareness rallies were held across different parts of the city to spread the message of road safety. The programme was attended by DCP Rana Majumdar…

27 Oct 2026, 6:33 pmRead full →

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Main accused Sawan Raj Saha arrested for attacking two men who protested alleged harassment of women on Ashtami night in Siliguri

Siliguri, 27th October: Police have arrested the main accused Sawan Raj Saha in connection with the alleged attack on two men who protested against the alleged harassment of women on Durga Puja Ashtami night in Siliguri. He was produced before the Siliguri court on Tuesday and sent to five days of judicial custody. His brother, Sriwant Raj Saha, who is…

27 Oct 2026, 6:09 pmRead full →

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Siliguri: Preparations to close both railway gates beneath Mahabirsthan flyover? Growing concern among locals

Siliguri, 27th October: The possibility of closing both railway gates beneath the Mahabirsthan flyover in Siliguri is reportedly being explored as part of railway infrastructure modernisation under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. However, no final decision has been taken yet. The prospect of the gates being closed has triggered concern and resentment among local residents. On Tuesday, Katihar Railway Division…

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