“BJP Will Change Lives of Women”: PM Modi Launches Campaign in Siliguri; Mega Rally at Kawakhali Ground Tomorrow Siliguri, April 11, 2026 — Launching a massive, high-octane election campaign for the West Bengal Assembly polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in Bagdogra on Saturday afternoon. In a whirlwind tour, the Prime Minister addressed three … Read more
Anurag Thakur Slams Bengal Government Over Malda Incident, Calls Out ‘Appeasement Politics’ Bagdogra, April 4, 2026 — Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Anurag Thakur launched a scathing, multi-pronged attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) government upon arriving at the Bagdogra Airport on Saturday. Speaking extensively on the upcoming state elections and recent law-and-order controversies, … Read more
Disaster Averted: Bagdogra-Delhi Flight Issues Mid-Air ‘Mayday’ Before Safely Landing in Lucknow Lucknow, March 31, 2026 — A routine evening flight turned into a high-stakes airborne emergency on Monday after a Delhi-bound Air India Express plane was forced to make a sudden, unscripted landing in Uttar Pradesh. Fast-acting pilots and an immediate response from air … Read more
‘Swayangsiddha’ Initiative Empowers Bagdogra Locals Against Child Abuse and Trafficking Bagdogra, March 8, 2026 — In a crucial step toward eradicating social crimes at the grassroots level, a comprehensive ‘Swayangsiddha’ awareness program was successfully conducted at the Hetmuri Singhijhora Gram Panchayat in Bagdogra. The community initiative, held on Friday, March 6, was organized jointly by … Read more
Uttarkanya Abhiyan: Protest Over Jhamaklal Village Assault Turns Violent at Tinbatti More Siliguri, February 26, 2026 — A protest march organized by Janjaati Suraksha Manch, demanding capital punishment for the accused in the Jhamaklal village assault case, turned violent in Siliguri today. Police deployed water cannons, tear gas shells, and a lathi-charge to disperse demonstrators … Read more
Panitanki-Kakarvitta Border Closure Announced Ahead of Nepal Elections; Ambulances Exempted Bagdogra, February 25, 2026 — The Indo-Nepal border, including the primary Panitanki-Kakarvitta crossing, will be closed for a 72-hour period, starting from midnight on March 2 until midnight on March 5. This closure is scheduled in connection with the upcoming 2026 Nepalese general elections. Closing … Read more
Major Fire Breaks Out at Naxalbari Police Station; Seized Vehicles Gutted Naxalbari, February 24, 2026 — A sudden fire broke out in the backyard of the Naxalbari Police Station compound today at around 11:00 AM, destroying seized vehicles and triggering momentary panic in the adjoining areas. According to initial reports, the blaze originated in the … Read more
BJP MP Raju Bista Demands Governor’s Intervention Over Brutal Assault on Pregnant Adivasi Woman in Phansidewa Darjeeling, February 22, 2026 — Escalating the fight for justice in a horrific case of land-grabbing and violence in the Darjeeling district, Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista has formally written to West Bengal Governor Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose, urging … Read more
Siliguri/Darjeeling, February 17, 2026 — Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Raju Bista on Tuesday met the bereaved family of a pregnant Adivasi woman who was allegedly brutally assaulted in December 2025, leading to the premature birth and subsequent death of her infant child. During the visit, Bista expressed condolences, pledged support for … Read more
Siliguri, February 9, 2026 – A serious road accident occurred on Asian Highway 2 near Singhijhora in Bagdogra today, when a high-speed bus rammed into the rear of a private car, injuring an Indian Army personnel and his wife who were travelling in the vehicle. The incident took place when the bus, en route from … Read more
Siliguri, February 9, 2026 – In a major crackdown on cross-border smuggling, Bagdogra police intercepted a truck carrying a large consignment of foreign-made cigarettes valued at approximately ₹15 lakh, which was being transported from Manipur’s Imphal to Bihar. Acting on a tip-off from reliable sources, a team from Bagdogra Police Station conducted a vehicle check … Read more
Bagdogra, West Bengal – The tea industry in North Bengal is facing renewed financial pressure after auction prices dropped significantly last year. During the 64th Annual General Meeting of the Terai Branch of the Indian Tea Association (TBITA), held at Bengdubi near Siliguri, industry leaders reported that the average price of tea fell by ₹20 … Read more
Bagdogra, West Bengal – Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a BJP Karyakarta Sammelan at Gossainpur in Bagdogra near Siliguri today, rallying party workers and outlining key criticisms of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government’s performance in West Bengal. In his speech, Shah highlighted how the TMC came to power with the slogan “Maa, Maati, Maanus” (Mother, … Read more
Bagdogra, West Bengal – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and affiliated groups led a large protest march in Bagdogra on January 29, 2026, demanding strict action against those responsible for the alleged assault on a pregnant tribal woman, which reportedly resulted in the tragic death of her newborn child. The rally, organized by the Janjati … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – Umang Dewan, a young social worker and son of Uday Dewan, an employee at the Bangla Sahayata Kendra in Naxalbari Gram Panchayat, died in a tragic road accident last night. The incident occurred around 11 PM on January 26 at Kadopani, Bagdogra, near his residence in Bhuttabari. Umang was riding his … Read more
Siliguri, West Bengal – In a significant development for regional rail connectivity, several major trains have been approved for new halts at stations in the Siliguri Corridor, addressing long-standing demands for improved access in North Bengal. The approvals, aimed at enhancing travel options for local commuters, students, and daily passengers, include stoppages at Naxalbari, Bagdogra, … 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
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
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