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Parents Block Highway Over Critical Teacher Shortage at Phansidewa School

Phansidewa, 01st August: On Thursday, parents of students at the Phansidewa Government Model School staged a protest and blocked the state highway, demanding an increase in teaching staff. The parents expressed frustration over the school’s designation as a ‘model school’ while operating with only one permanent teacher. Until recently, three guest teachers were assisting, but…

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Siliguri’s E-Rickshaws to Follow Assigned Paths: Unregistered Vehicles Banned

Siliguri, 01st August: The Siliguri Metropolitan Police and Siliguri Municipal Corporation have introduced measures to regulate e-rickshaw operations in the city. Effective today, August 1, unregistered e-rickshaws are banned, and registered e-rickshaws must adhere to new route assignments. The traffic police will oversee approximately 5,000 registered e-rickshaws, each assigned a specific path within Siliguri. To…

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Unregistered E-Rickshaws Barred from Siliguri’s Main Roads to Reduce Congestion

Siliguri, 01st August: In a decisive move to alleviate traffic congestion, the Siliguri Metropolitan Police has banned unregistered e-rickshaws from operating on the city’s main roads. The directive came after a critical meeting involving Mayor Gautam Deb, senior police officials, including the Police Commissioner and the DCP of Traffic, addressing the growing issue of e-rickshaws….

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Nepalese and Ivorian Detained for Unauthorized Crossing into India

Naxalbari, 31st July: A Nepal national and an Ivorian were apprehended on charges of attempting to illegally enter India near the Indo-Nepal border in Naxalbari. The detained individuals are identified as D. Lekpahi Saira, a citizen of the Ivory Coast, and Arun Limbu, a resident of Nepal. According to reports, on Tuesday, the detainees allegedly…

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SMC’s Demolition Drive in Mallaguri Sparks Outcry from Local Shop Owners

Siliguri, 31st July: On Tuesday, the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) resumed its anti-encroachment campaign under the directives of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. By Wednesday, SMC’s bulldozers were back in action, targeting unauthorized shops in the Mallaguri area. The municipal employees dismantled shops encroaching on roads and drainage systems, leading to strong reactions from the affected…

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Wayanad Landslide Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 70, Many Still Missing

Sikkim: The death toll in the Wayanad landslide disaster reached 70 on Tuesday 30th of July, with several people still reported missing. Officials confirmed that hundreds of injured individuals have been admitted to various hospitals. The worst-affected areas include Churalpara, Velarimala, Mundakayil, and Pothukalu. Survivors from these areas are devastated by the calamity. Bhavya, the…

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SpiceJet Passengers Stranded in Bagdogra Amid Multiple Flight Delays

Yesterday, two SpiceJet flights, SH8842 and SG8199, failed to take off from Bagdogra Airport. Delays began in the morning and continued throughout the day. Eventually, frustrated passengers were left with no choice but to sleep on the floor of the airport. The prolonged delays have prompted authorities to initiate a comprehensive investigation into the incident….

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I Love Bangladesh, but Sharing Teesta Water is Not Feasible: Mamata Banerjee

Once again, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee issued a stern warning regarding the Teesta River water distribution. Her recent comments have left everyone astonished. West Bengal has been heated for several days due to the issue of the North Bengal division. Recently, Union Minister Sukanta Bhattacharya approached the Prime Minister, demanding the unification of…

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Daylight Robbery in Ashighar: Thieves Loot Valuables from Vacant Home

Siliguri, 31st July: A daring theft has shaken the Ashighar area near Siliguri Eastern Bypass. In a disturbing incident, burglars struck a house while its lone resident was away at work. The victim, a woman living alone, had secured her house on Tuesday before heading to work. When she returned around 9 p.m., she discovered…

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Oil Tanker Train Goes Off Track in Rangapani, Siliguri

Siliguri, 31st July: An oil tanker train derailed in the Rangapani area, adding to the recent series of railway incidents in the region. The train, heading to an oil depot in Siliguri, experienced the derailment when two of its tanker cars went off the tracks upon arrival in Rangapani. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported…

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