EAST BENGAL

India is spearheading efforts to enhance connectivity between South Asia and SE Asia through BIMSTEC, starting with a Foreign Ministers meeting ahead of the Summit in Bangkok. India is hosting the BIMSTEC Ministerial and NSA meetings, planning a Bus...

IMD Weather Forecast: The IMD has issued warnings of heavy rainfall across Northwest and East India, with Northeast India also bracing for prolonged showers. Recent heavy rains caused severe disruptions in states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, ...

The East Central Railway (ECR) has suspended the T/A 912 written authority letter for train drivers to cross signals in case of automatic signal failure. The decision was taken at a safety meeting, following a Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collis...

Food in other South Asian countries has changed since 1947. One of the biggest influences is the Gulf states, where millions from across this region have flocked to work. This has become the place where South Asian cultures and cuisines really conne...

The India Meteorological Department forecasts a new heatwave across northwest and eastern India, with temperatures rising by 2-3 degrees in the next five days. This follows intense heat waves in April and May that pushed temperatures to record highs...

Exit polls on Saturday evening predicted a landslide victory for the ruling BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the general election, potentially exceeding its 2019 performance. Some polls projected the NDA could reach around 400 seats, a ...

Contai has seen significant changes over the years. Sisir Adhikari's rise began as a gram panchayat member in 1962, eventually becoming a three-time MP and a junior Union minister. Soumendu now carries the heavy burden of these expectations and is l...

India Meteorological Department scientist Dr Somenath Dutta gave updates on cyclone ‘Remal’ that is expected to hit the coastal areas of West Bengal on May 24. He further informed about the districts that will be impacted by the cyclone and also ass...

As Sunil Chhetri prepares for his final international match for the Indian football team, his career is highlighted as a fairytale story of hard work and inspiration. From humble beginnings in Delhi to leading India in numerous victories and champio...

When the Tendulkar era began, superheroes appeared on the cricket field. Their legend was improved by advertising, particularly the Cola Wars, and our collective imagination was captivated. Regular wins fueled our nation's ever-growing self-assuranc...

GST Authority ruled dealers can claim input tax credit on demo cars. Landmark Cars East Pvt Ltd sought ruling on taxation aspects, specified time period for inward supply to potential Mercedes Benz car buyers.

IMD forecasts rain in Delhi, 44°C heatwave in East India with alerts in West Bengal & Odisha. Bihar, Jharkhand, Bankura, Midnapore record high temperatures. Schools in Odisha to close early due to heatwave.

After an alleged incident of stone pelting at a Ram Navami procession in East Medinipore district, West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Friday said that the people of Bengal want and deserve peace and harmony. He said that it is the responsibility...

​​ Seven months, four titles, and the 'Mecca of Indian football' was celebrating after Mohun Bagan's maiden League Winners Shield triumph following their 2-1 win over Mumbai City FC at the packed Salt Lake Stadium on Monday.

The finance ministry has approved the release of funds for six more months through September 2024 under the Indian government's flagship housing scheme, Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G). The move aims to complete about 3.5 million rural h...

India's regional connectivity strategy under 'Neighbourhood First' and 'Act East' policies focuses on maritime domains, hindering inland connectivity progress. Delays and obstacles in transportation infrastructure projects, like the Bangladesh-China...

One NIA officer was injured and a vehicle was damaged on Saturday when the NIA team was going to arrest two persons in the Bhupatinagar blast case, in which three persons were killed in December 2022.

A National Investigation Agency (NIA) team investigating a 2022 bomb blast case in West Bengal's Purba Medinipur district was attacked by villagers while returning to Kolkata after arresting two individuals. The villagers gheraoed the vehicle and pe...

Odisha FC inches closer to the IWL title with a 2-0 win over East Bengal FC, setting the stage for a decisive final match against Kickstart FC. Leading with 28 points, they aim to secure their maiden title.