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Mahipaldighi chokes under hyacinths, migratory birds may skip winter halt

BALURGHAT, Oct. 28 -- As winter approaches, bird watchers and nature enthusiasts in South Dinajpur's Kushmandi block are gripped by concern - Mahipaldighi, once a vibrant haven for migratory birds fro... Read More


Molestation on Sealdah-Balurghat Exp: Accused held

BALURGHAT, Oct. 27 -- A young lady passenger from South Dinajpur has lodged a molestation complaint with the Malda (Town) Government Railway Police Station (GRPS) on Sunday, alleging that she was sexu... Read More


Balurghat's women artisans rush to meet the Chhath Puja demand

BALURGHAT, Oct. 26 -- With just a day left for Chhath Puja, women of several villages under Balurghat block - including Dollah, Dumoir, Malancha Amritkhand and Jalghar - are working tirelessly to make... Read More


Steep rise in price of rice leaves Balurghat consumers worried

BALURGHAT, Oct. 24 -- The price of different rice varieties has skyrocketed in Balurghat's grain markets, leaving common and middle-class families struggling to manage household expenses. The cost of ... Read More


Wheelchair-bound woman travels about 62 km to bless her brothers

BALURGHAT, Oct. 23 -- Bhai Phonta-a festival that celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters-became a tale of courage, love and indomitable spirit this year, thanks to 40-year-old homemak... Read More


Chaos at temple over shortage of prasad

BALURGHAT, Oct. 22 -- A scene of chaos unfolded at the revered Bura Maa Kali Temple in Balurghat on Tuesday after Prasad ran out during distribution, sparking anger and protests among hundreds of devo... Read More


Lakshmi Puja amid Kali Puja: Unique village tradition continues for 91 years

BALURGHAT, Oct. 21 -- In a rare and fascinating custom, villagers of Sharangram under Bolla Gram Panchayat in Balurghat block of South Dinajpur are worshipping Goddess Lakshmi during Kali Puja-and tha... Read More


Balurghat: Centuries-old Burakali Temple still glows on Diwali night

BALURGHAT, Oct. 19 -- When the moonless sky of Diwali night descends upon Balurghat, thousands of lamps flicker in unison around a temple that has stood the test of time - the Burakali Mata Temple of ... Read More


Festive season brings business boom for Balurghat tailors

BALURGHAT, Oct. 16 -- After years of decline amid the rise of online shopping and ready-made wear, traditional tailoring shops in Balurghat are seeing a strong revival this festive season. A month bef... Read More


Accused of witchcraft, man threatened with death

BALURGHAT, Oct. 15 -- An elderly man from Birohini village under Balurghat Police Station has lodged a written complaint against eight villagers, alleging that he was branded a witch and threatened wi... Read More