Nepalese and Ivorian Detained for Unauthorized Crossing into India

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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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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

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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 … Read more

SpiceJet Passengers Stranded in Bagdogra Amid Multiple Flight Delays

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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. … Read more

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

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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 … Read more

Kalimpong to Siliguri Route via NH 10 Reopens for Light Traffic

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KALIMPONG: The National Highway 10 (NH 10), a crucial route linking Sikkim and Kalimpong to Siliguri, will reopen for light motor vehicles on Wednesday after being closed for over a month. Kalimpong District Magistrate Balasubramanian T. issued an official order today, following recommendations from the Public Works Department (Roads), NH Circle No. III. The order … Read more

Scam Targets Siliguri Councilors Using Mayor’s Photo, Complaints Filed

Siliguri, 30th July:  Councilors in various wards of Siliguri have become targets of a scam involving fraudulent messages demanding money, falsely using the photo of Mayor Gautam Deb. Complaints have been filed with both the cybercrime unit and local police. Reports indicate that the fraudsters are using a WhatsApp number to send messages to councilors … Read more

SMC Faces Resistance During Eviction Drive on Nivedita Road, Champasari

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Siliguri, 30th July: The Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) encountered significant resistance during its anti-encroachment drive aimed at clearing roads and drains on Nivedita Road in Champasari. The drive began earlier on Tuesday at the vegetable market in Champasari More. Upon hearing about the eviction, MMIC member and Ward Councillor Dilip Barman arrived at the scene … Read more