India will commission three indigenously built warships – INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray – on June 21 in Kolkata. Presided over by PM Modi, these platforms aim to enhance the Navy's combat, surveillance, and anti-submarine capabilities, boosting blue-water operations and maritime security.
Supporters of Trinamool and BJP clashed outside Kolkata airport on Friday night, causing panic among passengers and massive traffic snarls. BJP supporters allegedly planned to target Abhishek Banerjee with rotten eggs, while TMC sources claimed some carried firearms. The altercation involved physical blows and hurling of objects.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) alleged a BJP supporter with weapons attempted to target Abhishek Banerjee at Kolkata airport, calling it a possible assassination attempt. The party accused the BJP-led administration of failing law and order.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMPK) in Kolkata plans a tourism hub with a cruise terminal and museum. Adani Group is exploring investments in West Bengal across ports, logistics, and data centers. SMPK aims to boost cargo handling and is undertaking infrastructure projects.
An IndiGo aircraft with over 140 people onboard was struck by lightning at Kolkata airport on Friday. The plane, en route to Agartala, has been grounded as a precaution. Two ground staff were treated and are stable. Passengers were rerouted.
An IndiGo aircraft at Kolkata airport was struck by lightning on Friday during a severe thunderstorm. No passengers were harmed, but two ground personnel were taken to the hospital for evaluation and later cleared. The flight to Agartala was rescheduled.
Lionel Messi's team has reportedly accused former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas of mismanagement during the 'GOAT India Tour' in Kolkata, citing security concerns and unauthorized access to the field, leading to Messi's early departure. Event organizer Satadru Dutta has also intensified his legal battle against Biswas.
Indian Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha, who appeared on "Kaun Banega Crorepati" winning Rs 4.8 lakh, has now qualified for the Esports Nations Cup 2026 in Riyadh. This qualification follows his Commonwealth Chess Championship gold medal.
Writer Mayukh Ghosh discusses crafting Karisma Kapoor's complex character, Rita Brown, an alcoholic cop with trauma, in the neo-noir series 'Brown.' He highlights Kapoor's physical approach to the role and her collaboration with director Abhinay Deo, emphasizing their shared pursuit of authenticity and their deep dives into Kolkata's diverse culture and cuisine.
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Kolkata on Monday for questioning in a money laundering probe linked to the alleged school jobs scam. Investigators aim to trace the money trail and clarify inconsistencies with recovered evidence.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized approximately 17 kg of foreign-origin gold, valued at around Rs 25 crore, in coordinated operations in Kolkata and Agartala. Ten people were arrested in connection with the seizures, which targeted organized gold smuggling networks operating through an international airport and the Indo-Bangladesh border.
A large fire destroyed nearly 4,000 EVMs in Kolkata, prompting the Trinamool Congress (TMC) to demand a thorough investigation, suspecting foul play and an attempt to destroy evidence of alleged tampering with democracy. Kolkata Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the incident.
Police conducted a pre-dawn raid on the residence of Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee in Kolkata. The TMC has accused the BJP of political vendetta, with leaders claiming the 90-minute search yielded no seizures and was an act of intimidation.
Police, assisted by central forces, raided TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence early Saturday in connection with a financial fraud investigation. The search lasted over four hours, prompting Mamata Banerjee to visit the site. The raid follows recent questioning and summons from various agencies.
A joint operation by Kolkata Police, Paschim Medinipur Police, and central security forces conducted an overnight search at the Kalighat residence of TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee, sparking political controversy. Police stated the search was linked to a land-related case at Salboni police station, seeking an aide of Banerjee.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided seven premises linked to TMC MLA Madan Mitra in Kolkata as part of a municipal recruitment scam probe. Mitra allegedly received cash and gold bribes through middlemen for facilitating illegal appointments, with links to over 125 such cases.
Police, accompanied by central forces, raided TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence early Saturday in connection with a Paschim Medinipur district case. The operation followed recent questioning by the West Bengal CID, with Banerjee alleging a lock was broken to gain entry.
CID investigates signature forgery in TMC's Leader of Opposition proposal, raids Mamata Banerjee's Kolkata office and Abhishek Banerjee's locations amid party crisis.
Former India cricketer Murali Kartik has named Ajinkya Rahane as the best captain of IPL 2026, praising his leadership of a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders squad. Despite injuries and early struggles, Rahane guided KKR to playoff contention until the final day.
Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim is reportedly considering resignation following Trinamool's defeat in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation polls. Citing a "suffocating" environment and the KMC being rendered "defunct," Hakim has sought permission from party chairperson Mamata Banerjee for a "dignified exit."
Trinamool Congress leader Firhad Hakim has resigned as mayor of Kolkata Municipal Corporation, citing the state government's actions rendering the corporation defunct. The resignation was approved by Mamata Banerjee.
Lalit Modi shared that Shah Rukh Khan was initially hesitant to buy the Kolkata Knight Riders due to his lack of cricket knowledge and the high investment cost. A $5 million sponsorship deal with a mobile company for front-shirt placement eased his financial concerns, leading him to purchase the team.
Two suitcases filled with termite-damaged currency notes and a firearm were discovered in a locked storeroom and union room at Surendranath College in Kolkata during a dengue-prevention clean-up drive. The discovery has sparked a political blame game, with the BJP alleging corruption linked to a Trinamool functionary.
Mamata Banerjee led a protest in Kolkata against alleged attacks on TMC leaders, including her nephew Abhishek Banerjee. She accused the BJP of rigging elections and police of threatening TMC leaders, daring the BJP to arrest her.
