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  Jammu and Kashmir creates history, qualify for maiden Ranji Trophy final beating Bengal

  Cricket | February 18, 2026 12:06 IST

  Jammu and Kashmir stunned Bengal to reach their maiden Ranji Trophy final. They chased down the modest target of 126 runs in the first session of the fourth day. They will most probably face Karnataka in the final, who are on the verge of taking a first-innings lead against Uttarakhand.

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  Mohammed Shami's double whammy keeps J-K in check after Sudip Gharami's heroic knock in Ranji semis

  Cricket | February 16, 2026 12:53 IST

  Sudip Kumar Gharami’s 146 powered Bengal to 328 in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against J-K. Early strikes from Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar left J-K reeling at 13/3, putting Bengal in control as Paras Dogra and Abdul Samad face a daunting rescue mission.

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  SIR hearings conclude across Bengal; final electoral rolls to be released on February 28

  February 14, 2026 21:15 IST

  Hearings for “logical discrepancy” cases under the SIR exercise have concluded across West Bengal, with the final electoral rolls set to be published on February 28. Around 58 lakh names were marked for omission during the enumeration drive.

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  Bengal's Sudip Gharami misses triple century by 1 run, joins elite list in Ranji Trophy quarterfinal

  Cricket | February 10, 2026 14:13 IST

  Bengal batter Sudip Gharami played a marathon knock of 299 only to be dismissed one short of a historic triple ton against Andhra Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal. He became only the third batter in the history of first-class cricket to be dismissed on 299 runs.

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  West Bengal Budget: Govt announces 4% DA hike, increase in Lakshmir Bhandar scheme by Rs 500

  Business | February 05, 2026 16:47 IST

  The dearness allowance for state government employees has been increased by 4 per cent, and the monthly allowance of ASHA and Anganwadi workers has been hiked by Rs 1,000.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 21, 2026

  India | January 21, 2026 20:21 IST

  US President Donald Trump said that Greenland occupies a key strategic location but is largely undefended. He argued that no country other than the United States is capable of securing it effectively.

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  Asansol coal mine collapse: Three dead in illegal extraction amid mafia allegations | Video

  January 14, 2026 6:43 IST

  Asansol coal mine collapse: Rescue operations kicked off swiftly, involving BCCL officials, police teams, and heavy machinery like JCB excavators. Poddar, present at the scene, witnessed the recovery of two additional bodies after the first one was retrieved.

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  Dense fog grounds PM Modi's chopper in Bengal, strands him at Kolkata Airport

  December 20, 2025 14:19 IST

  PM Modi's packed agenda featured inaugurating highway projects at an official event, followed by a fiery speech at BJP's crucial "Parivartan Sankalpa Sabha" rally. Thick winter fog has scrambled the plans, straining contingency efforts.

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  Is Humayun Kabir emerging as 'Muslim hero' in Bengal? Babri Masjid replica rally rattles CM Mamata

  December 19, 2025 23:36 IST

  Murshidabad's Beladanga site has amassed Rs 2,19,53,204 in cash through donation boxes since the December 6 foundation stone, contributed by Muslim community members during visits. Funds also flow via direct bank transfers and QR code payments for the Babri Masjid project.

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  BJP rolls out nationwide drive to clarify SIR, counter 'misinformation' and misleading narratives

  India | November 26, 2025 8:14 IST

  BJP leaders claim that opposition parties are intentionally shaping a false narrative around the SIR exercise to mislead voters about the electoral roll revision process. Tarun Chugh has stated that the party is fully geared up to counter these alleged distortions and rumours.

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  Election Commission puts West Bengal voter roll revision under strict watch

  November 19, 2025 6:48 IST

  During the discussions, Gyanesh Bharti reaffirmed EC’s firm zero-tolerance stance toward any administrative lapses in the Special Intensive Revision process. An official said Bharti emphasised the Commission’s strict directive to maintain transparency and precision at every stage.

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  West Bengal SIR: Over 1.1 crore enumeration forms distributed in two days

  November 05, 2025 23:30 IST

  A man from South 24 Parganas district in West Bengal reportedly ended his life on Wednesday, with his family stating that he had been living in fear of being removed from the voter list during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls conducted by the Election Commission.

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  Mohammed Shami clinches five-wicket haul as Bengal thrashes Gujarat in Ranji Trophy

  Cricket | October 28, 2025 15:25 IST

  Ace pacer Mohammed Shami picked up eight wickets, including a five-wicket haul in the second innings, as Bengal beat Gujarat by 141 runs in the ongoing Ranji Trophy. It needs to be seen if the pacer now earns an opportunity for the Test series against South Africa.

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  Kolkata Metro to run late-night trains on Kali Puja for devotees visiting Kalighat and Dakshineswar

  October 17, 2025 23:55 IST

  The Metro authorities stated that on October 20, a total of 144 trains-72 in each direction-will operate along the Dakshineswar–Sahid Khudiram route. While the count is lower than the usual 272 weekday services, the revised schedule has been planned to extend operations into the night.

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  Ishan Kishan smacks hundred in Ranji opener, Abhimanyu Easwaran registers golden duck

  Cricket | October 15, 2025 23:27 IST

  Ishan Kishan scored an unbeaten 125 as Jharkhand posted 307/6 on Day 1 against Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy opener. Mohammed Shami found form late, taking three wickets to help Bengal bowl out Uttarakhand for 213. Bengal ended day at 8/1 in reply.

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  West Bengal: Several injured after stampede-like situation at Bardhaman Railway Station

  October 12, 2025 23:36 IST

  The stampede-like situation at Bardhaman railway station occurred during the festive season when passenger traffic surged significantly, and multiple trains arrived simultaneously.

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  Mohammed Shami, Akash Deep named as Bengal announce Ranji Trophy squad

  Cricket | October 08, 2025 21:56 IST

  Abhimanyu Easwaran will lead Bengal in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26, joined by vice-captain Abishek Porel. India pacers Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep bolster the squad, aiming to regain national team spots after recent international absences.

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  Subho Bijoya 2025: Best wishes in Bengali, pronam messages, images, GIFs, and WhatsApp status

  October 02, 2025 11:32 IST

  Celebrate Subho Bijoya 2025 with wishes in Bengali, Hindi and English. Share pronam messages, greetings, images, GIFs and WhatsApp status.

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  Supreme Court grants bail to former Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee in CBI’s cash-for-jobs case

  India | August 18, 2025 12:06 IST

  Supreme Court grants bail to former Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee in CBI’s cash-for-jobs case

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  Sumi Har Chowdhury, actress who worked with Naseeruddin Shah, Raima Sen, found wandering on streets

  July 16, 2025 15:36 IST

  Sumi Har Chowdhury, who has worked in Bengali films, was seen roaming on the streets. She was missing since the last three months.