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Indian boxer Preeti Pawar wins gold at Commonwealth Games

Siliguri Foundation Provides Vital Aid to Assam Flood Victims

Heavy Rain Floods Jalpaiguri as Rivers Rise Rapidly

Indian Railways launches new token system for Tatkal tickets

Minister Shankar Ghosh orders strict action on Siliguri issues

HDFC Bank Offers High Returns on New Fixed Deposits

HDFC Bank has introduced new fixed deposit (FD) schemes that offer attractive interest rates for savers. These plans are designed to help customers grow their savings more quickly, with special benefits for senior citizens and high-value investors. For regular savers, the bank is offering a competit

Indian-Origin Soldier Killed in Attack in Iraq

An Indian-origin soldier has died following an attack by Iranian-backed forces in northern Iraq. The incident happened early Wednesday morning, July 23, 2026, during a cross-border raid in the region. The soldier was part of a multinational peacekeeping team working to keep the area safe and stable.

Sikkim Tunnel Collapse: Death Toll Rises to 22

The death toll from a tunnel collapse at the NHPC Teesta Stage-VI project in Sikkim’s Namchi district has risen to 22. The accident happened on July 20, 2026, in the Samardung-Jholunge area, where about 25 workers were initially trapped. Nine more bodies were recovered overnight, as confirmed by the

Petrol and Diesel Prices Drop: Nayara Energy Cuts Rates

Good news for vehicle owners in Siliguri and across the country. Nayara Energy, India’s largest private fuel company, has reduced the prices of petrol and diesel at all its petrol pumps. According to the company, petrol prices have gone down by ₹5 per liter, while diesel has become ₹3 per liter chea

Train Driver Saves Deer Herd on Chalsa-Nagarakota Route

A major accident was avoided on the Chalsa-Nagarakota railway line after an alert train crew saved a herd of deer in the Dooars forest.

New Rail Line Project Starts in Malda: Land Survey Begins

Work has started on the long-awaited Gajol-Itahar rail line in Malda after getting approval from the Central Government and Ministry of Railways.

Man arrested in Siliguri with 286g of brown sugar

Siliguri police arrested a 31-year-old man from Bholamor for possessing 286 grams of brown sugar during a special operation.

Two arrested in Siliguri for raping and marrying minor

Siliguri police arrest two brothers, sons of a TMC Panchayat member, for the alleged rape and forced marriage of a minor girl in Matigara.

Woman Arrested in Siliguri After Husband’s Death

Siliguri police have arrested a 31-year-old woman following the suspicious death of her husband in the Dhaknikata area.

Siliguri’s Terapanth Mahila Mandal Hosts ‘Shri Utsav’ Expo

Terapanth Mahila Mandal organized a two-day ‘Shri Utsav’ exhibition in Siliguri to promote self-reliance and women’s empowerment.

Siliguri-Mirik Road Link Restored with New Temporary Bridge

Connectivity between Siliguri and Mirik is back as a 34-meter temporary footbridge is completed in Dudhiya after Balasun River floods.

Two Road Accidents on Madarihat Asian Highway

Two vehicles were damaged in separate road accidents on the Madarihat Asian Highway in Alipurduar. No casualties were reported.

New Ambulance for Sherpa Village Health Center in Kalimpong

Sherpa Village Health Center in Kalimpong gets a new ambulance under MP Raju Bista’s development scheme to improve rural healthcare.

New Ambulance for Sherpa Village Health Center in Kalimpong

MP Raju Bista provides a new ambulance to the Sherpa Village Health Center via MPLADS to improve emergency healthcare in Kalimpong.

Siliguri Traffic Police Crack Down on Illegal Parking

Siliguri Junction Traffic Guard fines trucks for illegal parking in the Regulated Market area to reduce traffic congestion.

Siliguri: Mahananda Riverbank Murals Fade Due to Neglect

Residents of Siliguri are calling for the restoration of the beautiful murals along the Mahananda Riverbank as the paintings fade and peel away.

R. Bimla takes charge as Siliguri Municipal Administrator

R. Bimla has officially assumed the role of Administrator at the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) following the dissolution of the board.

R. Bimla Takes Charge as Siliguri Municipal Corporation Administrator

R. Bimla has officially become the Administrator of the Siliguri Municipal Corporation following the dissolution of the corporation’s board.

Heavy Rain Causes Waterlogging in Several Siliguri Wards

Heavy rainfall has led to severe waterlogging in Wards 31, 32, 39, 40, and 41 of Siliguri, causing trouble for local residents.