Eight wagons of a goods train derailed near Jamui, halting traffic on the crucial Howrah-Patna-Delhi route. Thousands stranded as 12 trains cancelled, 60 diverted. Read for full details on the disruption and restoration efforts.
Outrage in Howrah as no arrests made 48 hours after 5 puppies burnt alive. Police cite identification issues, locals allege influential culprits. Animal welfare groups demand action.
Eastern Railway unveils a 5-year plan to double train capacity in Kolkata, Bhagalpur & other hubs to tackle rising passenger traffic. Major infrastructure upgrades planned. Read more.
A goods train derailed in Bihar's Jamui district, disrupting traffic on the busy Howrah-Patna-Delhi route. No casualties reported. Restoration work underway. Read for latest updates.
A goods train derailment near Buxar in Bihar has disrupted rail traffic. Eight wagons went off the tracks, affecting services on the busy Delhi-Howrah route. Read for details and updates.
In a shocking incident in Howrah's Hatpukur, five puppies were set on fire. Animal lovers protest as police investigate. Read the full story and demand justice.
A pro-Hindu rally in Kolkata marched to the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission, protesting alleged atrocities on minority Hindus across the border. Read the full report on the demonstration and its demands.
South Eastern Railway approves Rs 418.11 crore project to replace 125-year-old Kolaghat bridge. The new structure, set for 2027, will restore full-speed operations on the busy Howrah-Kharagpur section.
Indian Railways allocates Rs 432 crore to rebuild a crucial bridge on the Howrah-Kharagpur section, enabling 130 kmph speeds and future expansion. Details inside.
West Bengal government submits a detailed action plan to NGT to address the saturated Belgachia dumpyard. The ₹196 crore strategy includes bio-mining, a new plant, and ward-level segregation. Read the full roadmap.
West Bengal government submits a detailed ₹196 crore, time-bound action plan to NGT to resolve the saturated Belgachia dumpyard crisis. Includes bio-mining of 10 lakh tonnes waste and a new processing plant by Dec 2027.
West Bengal cabinet approves retaining 66 wards in Howrah Municipal Corporation, reversing plan to reduce to 50. A bill to amend the HMC Act will be tabled soon. Read for details.
West Bengal cabinet allocates over 200 acres across industrial parks for key projects, including a Rs 500 crore warehouse by Nahar Enterprises. Details on land distribution and the Gems & Jewellery Park expansion.
Protests erupted at West Bengal land ports over alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. Scuffles broke out between police and BJP supporters in Howrah. Read the full report.
Scuffles erupted in Howrah between police and BJP supporters during a protest over the killing of a Hindu youth from Bangladesh. Police halted a procession headed for Howrah Bridge. Read the full report.
Residents of Periyar Nagar in Coimbatore have petitioned the mayor over dilapidated roads, lack of stormwater drains, and dust pollution after two decades of neglect. Will the corporation find funds?
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A Trinamool panchayat head in Howrah's Bankra received a gun-like object at a public event, causing a political storm. He claims it was a toy and has filed a police complaint. Read the full story.
An 18-year-old from Howrah died after falling from a moving bus on Hemanta Basu Sarani. The victim was reportedly talking on his phone and hanging from the footboard. Read the full report on this tragic accident.
Indian Railways launches emergency trains between Howrah and Mumbai to evacuate hundreds stranded by IndiGo flight cancellations. Key halts in Bilaspur, Raipur, Durg, Gondia. Get details on schedules.
Railway Protection Force confiscated 36 kilograms of cannabis worth Rs 18 lakh from the Howrah-Trichy Superfast Express. The contraband was found in abandoned bags. Read the full investigation details.
Eastern Railway announces dedicated tracks & green channel for 200 suburban trains to improve punctuality. Plans for AC services expansion in Howrah division revealed. Read more.
The wife of a Howrah BLO seeks financial aid from the Election Commission for his leg infection treatment, caused by extensive walking during SIR work. Read the full story.
Indian Railways will construct 400 km of third and fourth lines between Pt Deen Dayal Upadhyay Jn and Jhajha at a cost of Rs 17,000 crore to boost capacity and improve operations on the crucial Delhi-Howrah route.
Trinamool leader Debabrata Mondal, an accused in the Tapan Dutta murder case, was shot in Howrah. The attack occurred near the same location where the environmentalist was killed in 2011. Read the full story.
Kolkata Metro extends Purple Line operations from 6:40 AM to 9:26 PM with increased frequency. Commuters to benefit from improved connectivity between Howrah Maidan and Salt Lake Sector V.
Three young students killed in Uluberia as investigation reveals pool car operated without fitness certificate, defective brakes. Authorities launch safety drive.
Kolkata's new HB9 bus route connects Santragachhi to Howrah station and Sealdah via MG Road, improving access to East-West Metro. 12 buses will operate daily from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
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Surama Hajra, 45, fights off snatchers on Howrah-Puri Dhauli Express, suffers severe injuries. Police create green corridor for hospital transfer. Two arrested for attempted murder.