Devraaj Adhikari
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal – In a targeted operation against narcotics cultivation, officers from Rajganj Police Station under the Jalpaiguri District Police raided a site in the Silatpara area of Kantipara village, Kukurjan Gram Panchayat, resulting in the detection and destruction of approximately 150 illegal cannabis plants. The raid, carried out on January 14, is part of … Read more
Malda / Kolkata – In a significant victory against narcotics trafficking, Malda District Police have arrested Md. Enarul Hoque, alias Enarul Sheikh, identified as the top drug kingpin operating in Kaliachak, along with his close aide Md. Saukat Sk, alias Bhaglu. The arrests were made in Kolkata’s Entally area, following an intensive anti-narcotics operation. Both individuals … Read more
Gurugram / Kalimpong – Sushmita Lepcha, a talented defender from Kalimpong in North Bengal and a key player for East Bengal FC, has been selected for the Indian senior women’s national football team camp currently underway in Gurugram. The 29-year-old midfielder-turned-defender, who played a pivotal role in East Bengal’s recent successes including the SAFF Club Women’s … Read more
New Delhi – Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a personal condolence letter to Martha Aley Tamang, wife of the late singer and actor Prashant Tamang, expressing deep grief over his untimely passing. In the letter dated January 12, 2026, the Prime Minister described the news of Prashant Tamang’s demise as “shocking” and an “irreparable … Read more
Malda, West Bengal – In a commendable operation, Malda District Police successfully rescued a missing minor girl from Chhatarpur in Madhya Pradesh and safely reunited her with authorities in Malda. The case originated at Bhutni Police Station after a complaint was lodged regarding the disappearance of the minor. Following thorough investigation, a police team achieved … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang Golay graced the 12th Milan More Gold Cup Football Final at Milan More, Champasari, in Siliguri yesterday (January 11, 2026), joining a host of dignitaries to celebrate youth sports and community unity. Organized by Madhur Milan Sangh, the event featured an engaging final match between … Read more
Siliguri – The mortal remains of renowned singer, actor, and Indian Idol Season 3 winner Prashant Tamang arrived at Bagdogra Airport on Monday morning, where emotional crowds from the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions gathered to pay their final respects. The body was received amid heartfelt tributes before departing in a funeral procession towards Darjeeling, … Read more
New Delhi / Siliguri – In a significant development for electoral inclusion in West Bengal, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has approved the use of employment records from tea gardens and cinchona plantations as valid documents for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 2026. The approval comes via an official … Read more
Kathmandu – Renowned singer and actor Prashant Tamang, best known for winning the third season of Indian Idol in 2007, has reportedly passed away due to a heart attack. According to a report published by Nepali news portal Ratopati, Tamang’s death occurred on Sunday. Producer Rajesh Kaushal confirmed the news to Ratopati, citing information from … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Darjeeling MP Raju Bista has announced the approval of new train stoppages at Gulma (station code: GLMA) and Sevoke (station code: SVQ) stations, a move set to enhance regional connectivity and promote tourism in North Bengal. The development, credited to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, aims … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – A tragic accident claimed the life of an unidentified teenage boy today in Ward Number 1 of Siliguri, after he was struck by a dumper truck bearing registration number WB73 E9469 in a restricted municipal area. The incident has sparked concerns over road safety and violations of daytime heavy vehicle restrictions. … Read more
Cooch Behar, West Bengal – In a resolution to a recent theft case, Pundibari Police Station has arrested a suspect and recovered stolen gold ornaments and jewellery valued at approximately ₹2,00,000 from his possession, demonstrating effective policing in the region. The incident occurred on January 6, 2026, when valuables were stolen from a resident’s house … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – In a swift operation, the Khalpara Traffic Outpost-II (TOP-II) team under Siliguri Metropolitan Police has recovered three stolen motorcycles and arrested a 29-year-old man in connection with recent vehicle thefts in the city. The breakthrough highlights ongoing efforts to curb rising bike thefts in urban areas. The case began on January … Read more
Ranchi – In a major move for the regional film industry, the acclaimed Nagpuri feature film “Khota Sikka: Fun Unlimited” made its digital premiere on YouTube today. The film, which first hit the silver screen with a theatrical release on July 19, 2024, is now accessible to a global audience, marking a new chapter for … Read more
Siliguri – The Darjeeling district administration has issued a formal clarification following a fire at the Siliguri Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office, confirming that all records related to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll remain completely secure. The incident, which occurred late Wednesday night, had initially triggered widespread concern regarding the safety … Read more
Kurseong, West Bengal – In a remarkable week for biodiversity in the Eastern Himalayas, the Kurseong Forest Division has recorded two separate, high-priority sightings of rare color-variant deer. While a jet-black melanistic barking deer was photographed near the Dowhill Eco Park, reports of a pristine white deer near Mirik have further highlighted the ecological richness of … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – A devastating fire broke out at the Siliguri Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office late Wednesday night, resulting in the total destruction of two office rooms and an unspecified number of critical documents related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Around 11:30 PM, security guards and local residents noticed thick … Read more
Gangtok / Bagdogra – In a chilling incident that highlights growing safety concerns for cross-border transporters, a taxi driver from Bagdogra was allegedly robbed and brutally assaulted by a gang of four in the heart of Gangtok. Adding insult to injury, the victim, Sujan Tirkey, has accused the Sikkim Police of gross apathy, claiming they … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Darjeeling Member of Parliament Raju Bista today performed the foundation stone laying ceremony for the long-awaited Rangapani Rail Over Bridge (ROB), a key infrastructure project aimed at alleviating traffic congestion in North Bengal. The event marks a significant milestone for residents of Rangapani, Phansidewa, Khoribari, Siliguri, and surrounding areas, with the … Read more
PHANSIDEWA, West Bengal – Five people, including a teenage girl, were injured on Tuesday when a security guard’s gun went off by accident inside a bank in Bidhannagar. The incident occurred around midday while the bank was busy with customers. According to reports, the security guard, identified as Manik Roy, dropped his gun. When the … Read more