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Chilly feel despite rising mercury - what's behind it?

Kolkata, Jan. 4 -- Kolkata woke up on Sunday to a chill in the air that seemed at odds with official temperature readings. According to the latest bulletin, the minimum temperature sat around 15 degC,... Read More


Abhishek flays 'patriarchal' BJP remark on Lakshmir Bhandar

Kolkata, Jan. 4 -- Abhishek Banerjee, national general secretary of the Trinamool Congress and Diamond Harbour MP, on Sunday, raised concerns over a recent remark by a BJP leader on the Lakshmir Bhand... Read More


SIR hearings draw fire as pregnant woman, bedridden elderly summoned

Kolkata, Jan. 2 -- The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal has triggered widespread concern and criticism after several vulnerable citizens, including a heavily pregnant... Read More


BJP will not be able to bag even 50 seats in 2026 Bengal Assembly polls: TMC

Kolkata, Dec. 30 -- After Union Home minister Amit Shah's announcement that the BJP would secure a two-thirds majority in West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress has questioned his electoral predictions, ... Read More


New Yr greeting cards, diaries, calendars struggle for relevance in digital age

Kolkata, Dec. 29 -- From carefully picking the best card for a close friend to choosing the most elegant one for a favourite cousin, exchanging greeting cards, diaries and calendars was once an insepa... Read More


Festive momentum: Year-end shopping, soirees set city ablaze

Kolkata, Dec. 28 -- The last Sunday before the New Year turned into a shopper's delight across Kolkata, as bustling markets and malls witnessed heavy footfall and robust sales, continuing the festive ... Read More


Trinamool brands BJP's 'Beti Bachao' a facade

Kolkata, Dec. 26 -- The Trinamool Congress (TMC), on Friday, accused the BJP of failing to protect women and instead shielding the accused. Referring to BJP's "Beti Bachao Beti Padhao" campaign, the ... Read More


Beyond the glitter: The unsung hands behind Kolkata's Christmas magic

Kolkata, Dec. 24 -- As December unfolds and the year edges towards its close, the city is once again filled with the familiar aroma of freshly baked plum cakes and festive treats. With Christmas cele... Read More


Markets, Malls see surge in sales as Christmas magic unfolds

Kolkata, Dec. 22 -- As the winter chill deepens, the aroma of freshly baked plum cakes has begun to fill the air. The jingle bells have been dusted once again, ready to echo through the corners of thi... Read More


TMC flags poll concerns over 55 Bihar-registered motorcycles in Bengal

Kolkata, Dec. 21 -- Another political slugfest has erupted in Bengal over the arrival of 55 motorcycles bearing Bihar registration numbers, with the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) raising questions a... Read More