Swapan Dasgupta hints at Rabindra Sarobar Stadium revamp
BJP MLA Swapan Dasgupta said Rabindra Sarobar Stadium in Kolkata is set for a "new era" after alleged illegal occupancies were cleared, paving the way for a major renovation project. In a…
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Fire at Kolkata airport ATC building, flights unaffected
A fire broke out early Tuesday on the second floor (assamtribune) or third floor (newindianexpress) of the old Air Traffic Control building at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata. Airport…
Kolkata Police call fake Suvendu Adhikari convoy traffic post
Kolkata Police on Sunday flagged as fake a viral social media post that claimed traffic was halted for 45 minutes on Saturday to allow Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's convoy to pass. Multiple…
Doctors advise hydration and rest as heatwave hits Bengal
West Bengal is experiencing a severe heatwave, with a combination of heat and humidity causing a surge in illnesses. Doctors report rising cases of sore throat, fever, heatstroke, and skin allergies. Dr…
200-year-old Kolkata building collapses, 10 evacuated safely
A 200-year-old building in north Kolkata collapsed early on [date not specified in source] after heavy rain in the city. NDRF teams are at the spot conducting rescue operations. NDRF Deputy Commander…
22k gold rates across metros hold at Rs 14,290-14,315 per gram
Retail gold prices across major Indian cities remained steady on August 18, 2026, with Tanishq continuing to sell 22k gold jewellery at Rs 14,315 per gram across Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru,…
WBJEE held peacefully, students find maths paper lengthy
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) was conducted peacefully across the state on Sunday, with tight security measures in place. The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) reported no untoward…
Kolkata paralysed by incessant rain, depression moves to Jharkhand
Incessant rain from a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal severely disrupted normal life in Kolkata and adjoining areas on Monday, August 17, 2026. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported Haldia…
Gold prices rise on August 17, check 24K and 22K rates
Gold prices gained in the Indian retail market on Monday, August 17, with 24-karat gold (99.9% purity) quoted at Rs 15,566 per gram, according to timesnownews.com. The site reported 22-karat gold at…
Gold hits Rs 1.55 lakh, silver Rs 2.37 lakh on Monday
Gold and silver prices rose across Indian cities on Monday, led by geopolitical uncertainty and a weaker dollar. According to ndtvprofit.com, 24K gold was quoted at Rs 1,54,860 per 10 grams at…
