Assam ushered in 2026 with devotees thronging ancient temples like Kamakhya. The celebrations were tinged with remembrance for the late singer Zubeen Garg, whose music echoed statewide. Read more.
Indian Railways' first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, a game-changer for overnight travel, will launch in Jan 2026 on the Guwahati-Kolkata route. Discover fares, features, and the PM's flag-off.
Indian Railways to launch Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train by January 18. Check route, 8 stoppages, ticket prices from Rs 2,300, and regional food menu.
Railway officials complete intensive 69-hour restoration work after a goods train derailment near Telwa Bazar Halt. Normal train services resume on the crucial Patna-Howrah route. Read for details on disruptions and restoration.
As 2025 ended, India witnessed breathtaking final sunsets from Kashmir to Goa. See the golden Ganges, pink Raipur skies, and more in this visual farewell to the year.
A scheduled SIR hearing in Howrah's Uluberia block turned violent when a man confronted his estranged wife and her paramour. The clash disrupted proceedings for 25 minutes. Police are investigating.
An Air India Express pilot was arrested and later released on bail for allegedly assaulting a colleague at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025.
Howrah police arrest CA Souvik Pakui for defrauding people of over Rs 80 lakh with fake job promises. He used a blue beacon car with a forged finance department stamp to gain trust. Details inside.
Rail traffic on the crucial Howrah-Patna-Delhi route remains severely disrupted for a second day after a goods train derailment in Bihar's Jamui district. See the full list of cancelled and diverted trains.
A vehicle from a picnic party crashed into the boundary wall of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's historic Howrah residence, causing a partial collapse. The author's great-grandson is coordinating urgent repairs. Details inside.
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.
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.
Dense fog blankets North India, severely disrupting rail services. Premium trains like Vande Bharat and Rajdhani Express face delays exceeding 8 hours. Get the latest updates on affected services.
Delhi Police registers FIR after an Air India Express pilot allegedly assaulted a flyer. Investigation underway using CCTV footage and evidence. Read the latest details.
Discover the world's busiest train stations handling billions of passengers. See how Japan's Shinjuku and India's Howrah stations power urban life. Explore the list now!
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.
BMC floats tenders worth Rs 129 crore for micro-surfacing 15.4 km of Mumbai's Western & Eastern Express Highways. Work to cost Rs 8.41 crore per km. Read details.