Recent Incidents
Siliguri, 15th Feb 2025: The Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) announced plans on Friday to rename Naukaghat More, a major city crossing, in honor of Thakur Panchanan Barma, a revered 19th-century Rajbanshi leader, educator, and social reformer. The proposal, spearheaded by Mayor Gautam Deb, aims to recognize Barma’s enduring legacy and is viewed as a strategic…
Siliguri, December 3: A high-level meeting focusing on enhancing security measures at North Bengal Medical College and Hospital (NBMCH) was convened today at the State Guest House, Siliguri. The session was presided over by Surajit Kar Purkayastha, Chairman of the Committee for Security Audit. Key stakeholders from NBMCH and Raiganj Medical College and Hospital attended…
Siliguri, December 2: In a significant breakthrough, the Pradhan Nagar police arrested two members of a notorious scooty gang responsible for snatching and drug smuggling in the city. The accused, Rana Roy and Raj Barman, residents of Shivram Pally under Bhakti Nagar police station, had been operating across Pradhan Nagar, Matigara, and Siliguri areas for…
Darjeeling, West Bengal: A 48-year-old man, Dipanjan Mitra, was arrested on October 17 for allegedly sending bomb threat emails, claiming that hydrogen-based Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) had been planted at three prestigious colleges in Bengaluru. The investigation began after the principal of the Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT) reported receiving a threat from the email…
Kharibari, 22nd October: A wave of protests erupted in Kharibari as residents gathered to demand accountability for the poor construction quality of a local Anganwadi center in Keshordoba. The center, funded by the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) with a budget of ₹11,13,000, has raised concerns over the use of substandard materials, resulting in cracks…
Siliguri, 07th September: In a landmark ruling, a court in Siliguri sentenced Mohammad Abbas to death for the heinous rape and murder of a minor girl in Matigara. The crime, committed on August 21, 2023, sent shockwaves through the community, leading to Abbas’s swift arrest by Matigara police that very night. The trial, which commenced…
Kalimpong 27th August: Kalimpong is witnessing heightened tensions following a disturbing incident involving an attempted sexual assault on a minor girl. The incident occurred when the girl went to purchase chips and was allegedly targeted by Mohammad Irfan Azharuddin, who reportedly tried to close the shutter of his shop to trap the victim. Fortunately, she…
Alipurduar, 26th August: In a decisive move against drug trafficking, police apprehended Rohit Mirdha, a resident of Mechpara, on charges of possessing a significant quantity of narcotic tablets. Acting on a tip-off, law enforcement swiftly launched an operation in the Mendabari area of Alipurduar district, leading to the youth’s arrest. The operation marks a notable…
Siliguri, 23rd August: A fire broke out at a well-known clothing store near Siliguri police station on Friday afternoon, causing widespread concern. Smoke was first noticed coming from inside the store, prompting immediate action. Emergency services were called, and two fire engines were quickly dispatched to the scene. Firefighters managed to contain the blaze swiftly,…
Alipurduar, 23rd August: A tragic incident claimed the life of Kamal Das, a resident of Madhya Satali in Kalchini block, Alipurduar district when he was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run accident. The fatal incident occurred on Thursday night in the Gurudwara area of Hasimara, Kalchini block. Kamal Das had just disembarked from a…
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