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West Bengal observed the second anniversary of the RG Kar doctor’s rape and murder with two-minute silence at government hospitals. Doctors held memorial events and marches seeking justice, while the victim’s mother planted a sapling. The CBI continues probing the alleged conspiracy angle

A banner in Kolkata’s Salt Lake warned political leaders joining the BJP against engaging in extortion or corruption, threatening them with “egg therapy.” Former BJP mandal president Sanjoy Poira said the party should maintain zero tolerance for illegal activities amid opposition leader defections

A four-member CBI team from New Delhi arrived in Kolkata to accelerate the fresh probe into the 2024 RG Kar doctor rape-murder case, following the Calcutta High Court's order to reinvestigate the matter ahead of the victim's second death anniversary

The West Bengal STF investigation found Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti Network allegedly used arrested social influencer Arpita Sarkar to honey-trap relatives of six state ministers and other influential people for intelligence gathering. Police are probing encrypted communications and Pakistani-linked social media handlers

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari inaugurated ISKCON's mid-day meal kitchen in Kolkata, saying eggs would be supplied separately following students' demand. The pilot project will initially serve 44,000 students across 500 schools before statewide expansion

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari inaugurated ISKCON's mega kitchen in Kolkata, which will initially prepare mid-day meals for 44,000 students in 500 schools. The programme is expected to expand to 2.5 lakh students within three months

East Bengal FC returned to winning ways in the 135th Durand Cup with a stunning 8-0 victory over CISF Protectors. Vishnu P.V.’s hat-trick, Jesin T.K.’s brace and a dominant attacking display kept their knockout hopes alive

Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly 19 years, calling it an emotional homecoming. Her visit for an anti-fundamentalism literary event has reignited discussions on free speech, secularism and the state's changing political landscape

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari alleged that Islamic fundamentalists, possibly backed by foreign forces, were behind the violence during the NEET protest in Kolkata. He said those responsible would face action under the state's anti-goonda law and backed tougher anti-paper leak legislation

A man was arrested in West Bengal for allegedly burning a photograph of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and lighting a cigarette from the flames during a protest over the alleged NEET paper leak. Police launched an inquiry following a BJP complaint and are continuing the investigation

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said none of the 14 people arrested in connection with the July 24 NEET protest violence in Kolkata are students. He alleged the accused posed as student activists and sought to create disturbances in the city

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee joined a peaceful Padmapukur demonstration over the NEET paper leak after the Calcutta High Court denied rally permission. Police detained TMC leaders Kunal Ghosh and Baishwanar Chattopadhyay, prompting Banerjee to visit Lalbazar police headquarters

The Brazilian Football Confederation is in advanced talks to play an international friendly in Kolkata in October 2026. If finalized, the landmark fixture will mark the senior Brazilian team's first appearance in India, following their 2026 World Cup campaign

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari condemned the assault on journalists during a protest over the NEET paper leak in Kolkata, assured strict action against those responsible, and directed authorities to ensure proper treatment for the injured mediapersons

The flight fare from Bagdogra to Kolkata is modest in July. However, the price can be doubled by October, and seats that were easy to find last week can vanish within days once the vacation season begins.

Kolkata Customs officials recovered 707 red-eared slider turtles from a passenger arriving from Bangkok at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. The invasive species, classified among the world’s worst invasive species, was seized as authorities investigated suspected wildlife smuggling

Four Covid-19 patients, including a 10-year-old boy, are undergoing treatment at private hospitals in Kolkata. Doctors said most infections resemble the Omicron variant with mild symptoms, while urging vigilance and precautions as coronavirus cases rise in parts of India

A cargo train carrying 40 containers of imported mustard arrived in Nepal's Biratnagar directly from Kolkata Port for the first time. The rail service is expected to reduce transportation time and logistics costs for industrialists and importers in eastern Nepal.

The CBI conducted searches at six locations across four states in connection with an alleged ₹1,109-crore Canara Bank fraud involving Bhubaneswar-based Gupta Power Infrastructure Ltd. Investigators allege inflated financial records, fund diversion and loan account evergreening caused substantial losses

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Shabdalok, India's first immersive language museum, at the National Library in Kolkata. Developed by the Union Culture Ministry, the museum showcases India's linguistic heritage through interactive galleries, digital technology and immersive cultural experiences