West Bengal News

Kolkata and south Bengal are likely to see mostly dry weather from October 8 to 14 as the southwest monsoon prepares to withdraw. Check the latest rain forecast and what it means for Durga Puja 2026.

West Bengal weather is set for a major change from today, with an orange alert issued for several South Bengal districts. Check the latest rain forecast, weather warning and district-wise update.

Two youths were killed after their speeding motorcycle crashed head-on into a scooter on West Bengal's Lataguri-Chalsa forest highway. The riders were allegedly filming a social media reel when they lost control. The scooter riders, a couple, were also injured. A viral crash video has renewed calls for stricter road safety enforcement.

A video from NIT Durgapur’s induction has sparked debate after a professor interrupted students performing to Bollywood song Chikni Chameli. Questioning whether approval had been taken, she asked if the event was an introduction or entertainment. Some backed her call for decorum at an educational institution, others criticised the public scolding.

A viral video purportedly showing students assaulting a female teacher at Babanagram High Madrasah in West Bengal's Malda has sparked widespread outrage on social media. While reports suggest the altercation stemmed from low examination marks, staff claimed internal dispute.

A video showing a woman holding a child being beaten over an alleged theft accusation in West Bengal has sparked outrage online. The footage shows a man repeatedly hitting the woman while the child cries in her arms. Viewers have questioned why she was assaulted instead of being handed over to police, and called for action against those involved.

The death of NRS Medical College nurse Rupali Burman has taken a new turn after police in Kolkata found 3 fentanyl vials and a needle mark on her arm. The vials belonged to hospital. Police are examining whether she suffered a fentanyl overdose, accidentally or deliberately. Her mobile phone, CCTV footage and post-mortem findings are being examined

A video from West Bengal showing a young man performing dangerous stunts on a tall pole has gone viral on social media. The man is seen climbing the pole and exercising at a height, apparently risking his life for a video. While several users reacted with jokes, the stunt has also raised concerns about safety and reckless behaviour for online fame.

A Kolkata customer has accused a Zomato delivery partner of falsely marking a food order as delivered before allegedly leaving with the package. Home CCTV footage shared online appears to support the claim and has gone viral.

Dipankar Bhattacharya, TMC-linked Baduria municipality chairperson, has come under major scrutiny after police recovered over Rs 2.24 cr buried in a jute field in West Bengal. The cash recovery followed raids on TMC office and farmhouse linked to him