Kolkata Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political News
Stay ahead with the latest from Kolkata: civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for all major stories.
Category : Search result: Kolkata SIR hearing
Kolkata's Winter Morning Fitness Rituals: Beat the Chill
Discover how Kolkata stays active on crisp winter mornings with running, rowing, golf, and cycling. Find clubs, benefits, and post-workout cafes. Embrace the magic of movement.
EC Takes Strict Action on Summoning Elderly, Sick Voters
Election Commission warns of strict action against BLOs summoning voters aged 85+, sick, or disabled for hearings. New directive mandates door-to-door verification. Read the full story.
Kolkata Voters, BLOs Skip New Year Plans for SIR Hearings
Hundreds in Kolkata spent New Year's Day at SIR hearings to secure voting rights for 2026. BLOs also cancelled celebrations to verify citizenship documents. Read their stories.
Kolkata Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political News
Get the biggest updates from Kolkata today. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic snarls, metro services, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for details.
Earphones Risk Brain Focus & Hearing by 2026: Study
New research warns prolonged earphone use could harm brain's ability to focus and process sound by 2026. Learn the risks and how to protect your hearing health.
Kolkata Citizens Queue on New Year's Eve for SIR Hearing
An elderly woman in Kolkata attended a citizenship hearing days after knee replacement surgery, as the EC's SIR verification drive continued on Dec 31, causing hardship for many. Read more about the public ordeal.
Kolkata Police's stern warning after 56,000 traffic violations
Kolkata Police issues stern warning after recording 56,000 traffic violations in a week. New Year crackdown targets drink driving & rash driving. Get the latest safety updates.
Kolkata records coldest Dec 31 in over a decade at 11°C
Kolkata's temperature plunged to 11°C on New Year's Eve, marking the coldest December 31 in over ten years. Get the full weather breakdown and forecast details here.
Poet Joy Goswami Summoned by EC for SIR Hearing
Election Commission summons renowned Bengali poet Joy Goswami for a Special Intensive Revision hearing. Officials have contacted his family, promising full cooperation. Details inside.
Kolkata Headlines: Major Updates You Shouldn't Miss
Stay ahead with the latest from Kolkata: civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete details.
Two Bengal Voters Die by Suicide After EC Hearing Notices
An 82-year-old Purulia man and a 75-year-old retired govt employee in East Midnapore died by suicide after receiving SIR hearing notices. Families blame EC's technical glitch. Read the full report.
Poet Joy Goswami Called for EC Hearing Amid Health Issues
Sahitya Akademi winner Joy Goswami is among Bengal's 32 lakh unmapped voters. His family decries systemic harassment as the ailing poet faces an EC hearing. Details inside.
Violent Brawl Disrupts SIR Hearing in Howrah's Uluberia
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.
Kolkata Voters' Harrowing Hearing Despite EC Clarification
A Kolkata family faced a distressing voter verification hearing, spending thousands and hours in line, despite an EC notification exempting them. Read their full ordeal and the systemic confusion.
Hegseth Screams at Aguilar in Tense National Guard Hearing
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth erupted at Rep. Pete Aguilar during a House hearing on the controversial LA National Guard deployment. Watch the explosive exchange.
Poet Joy Goswami Faces EC Hearing Amid Health Concerns
Celebrated poet Joy Goswami is among Bengal's 58 lakh unmapped voters, summoned for an EC hearing on Jan 2. His family decries systemic harassment and politics of fear. Details inside.
Kolkata Voters Face Long Waits in Residency Proof Hearings
Over 150 voters from Kolkata's Ballygunge allege harassment after waiting 4-5 hours in SIR hearings to prove they are not outsiders. Residents, some living for generations, call the process a nightmare. Read more.
ECI Changes Sir By-Election Dates in Uttar Pradesh
The Election Commission of India has revised the polling and counting dates for the Sir assembly by-election in Uttar Pradesh. Check the new schedule and key details here.
Kolkata Headlines: Major Updates You Shouldn't Miss
Stay ahead with the latest from Kolkata! Get crucial updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for all details.
SIR Hearings Cause Panic, 3 Deaths in West Bengal
Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls leads to tragic deaths of elderly voters in West Bengal. Reports of panic, long queues, and harassment emerge as EC clarifies home visit policy. Read the full story.
Kolkata's New Year Eve Traffic Plan: Park Street Open
Kolkata Police revises traffic plans for New Year's Eve, aiming to keep Park Street and key roads open. Extra personnel deployed, diversions planned to manage crowds. Details inside.
Kolkata Elderly Navigate Special Intensive Revision Hearing
Chandraboti Mandal, 83, shares her experience of the Special Intensive Revision hearing at her Hatibagan home. Read how Kolkata's senior citizens are participating in this crucial electoral process.
Kolkata Headlines: Major Updates You Shouldn't Miss
Get the latest updates from Kolkata on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Stay informed with the essential news from the City of Joy.
Kolkata Elderly Voters Suffer at SIR Hearings
Elderly citizens in Kolkata face neglect and confusion during Special Intensive Revision hearings for electoral rolls. Read about their ordeal and the systemic issues.
Midnight Mass in Kolkata Church Marks Christmas Eve 2025
Kolkata celebrated Christmas Eve 2025 with a traditional midnight mass at a city church, capturing the city's festive spirit. Read more about the celebrations and the city's holiday vibe.
Kolkata Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political Updates
Get the biggest updates from Kolkata today. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic & metro news, weather conditions, and key political developments. Watch the full video for details.
Language Hurdles, Long Queues Mar Kolkata Voter Hearings
Voters in Kolkata faced significant language barriers and long waiting times during the first day of electoral hearings. Issues included poor Bengali communication by officials and inadequate facilities at some venues. Read more about the challenges faced
EC Relief for 1.3 Lakh Voters After BLO App Error
The Election Commission cancels hearing notices for over 1.3 lakh Kolkata voters wrongly flagged due to a technical glitch in the BLO app. Read the full story on the EC's corrective measures.
Ranaghat Woman Breaks Down in SIR Hearing Over Father's Docs
A 28-year-old woman in Ranaghat faced severe distress during a Special Intensive Revision hearing when officials demanded documents of her deceased biological father. Read the full story of bureaucratic hurdles.
Page 1 of 4