Anoushka Shankar's Kolkata concert had a special treat for fans as Arijit Singh made a surprise appearance on stage. The two musicians, along with Tabla player Bikram Ghosh, performed a number composed by the late Ravi Shankar years back. 


Powerhouse Musicians Unite in Kolkata; Fans Get Emotional as Arijit Singh Returns To Stage

A massive blaze at a warehouse complex housing a decorators' unit and Wow! Momo factory claimed 21 lives early January 26, 2026, in Anandapur.



Kolkata Factory Fire: 21 Dead, Many Missing

Dhaka has surged to the top of global real-time pollution rankings, choking under hazardous smog driven by seasonal crop burning and heavy vehicular emissions, with Lahore and Kolkata close behind in the world's most polluted cities list.


World's Dirtiest Air: Dhaka, Lahore, Kolkata Suffocate

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has launched a scathing attack on the Union Government following Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids at the IPAC headquarters and the residence of its co-founder, Pratik Jain. The Chief Minister personally visited the raid sites in Kolkata, allegedly retrieving documents during the ongoing operation. Banerjee accused the central agency of acting as a political tool for the BJP to access the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) confidential campaign strategies and candidate lists ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. 


ED Raid on Political Consultancy I-PAC, West Bengal CM Accuses ED of Seizing TMC's Election Strategy

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the residence of I-PAC co-founder Pratik Jain and the office of the political consultancy firm in Kolkata during ongoing raids by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

West Bengal CM Targets BJP Government After ED Raids I-PAC Office In Kolkata

ED Searches I-PAC Office, Its Head Pratik Jain’s Home in Kolkata in Coal ‘Scam’ Case

ED Searches I-PAC Office in Kolkata; Mamata Alleges Agency Tried to Seize TMC’s Internal Data

West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas resigned on Tuesday after the government ordered an investigation into the chaotic events during Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour event at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.


Messi's Kolkata visit row: Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas tenders resignation

Lionel Messi’s India tour got off to a chaotic start in Kolkata as angry and disappointed fans broke down barricades and stormed the pitch after the football superstar abruptly left the arena.


Lionel Messi's India tour starts in chaos, chief organiser arrested after fan unrest

Argentina football icon Lionel Messi arrived in Kolkata for the highly-anticipated 'GOAT Tour' of India on Saturday at 2:30 AM. The 2022 FIFA World Cup-winner is all set to participate in different activities in Kolkata and will leave for Hyderabad on the same day, in the first leg of the three-day tour. A giant 70ft statue of Messi is set to be unveiled at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) in Kolkata, in an outstanding tribute to the 38-year-old. Kolkata Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, legendary Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly and superstar actor Shah Rukh Khan are also set to be present at the event in Kolkata.


Messi in India: Angry fans throw bottles, chairs after blink-and-miss Messi event 

A political clash has erupted in West Bengal after Messi's Kolkata visit ended in chaos. BJP has accused Mamata's government of mismanagement, demands resignations and refunds for the fans 

'Stop shedding crocodile tears': BJP attacks TMC after Messi's Kolkata appearance ends in chaos

Messi in India: Kolkata event organiser Satadru Dutta arrested after 2 hours of questioning 

Messi in India: Fans throw bottles, chairs after blink and miss Messi event

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake originating near Ghorashal, Bangladesh caused strong tremors felt across Kolkata and adjoining districts on the morning of November 21, 2025. The seismic event lasted about 20-30 seconds, sparking panic but resulting in no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The quake follows recent moderate tremors in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bangladesh

Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata Pays Homage to the 1946 Great Calcutta Killings | WION Pulse

Kolkata: Following the recent uproar over the content of a film on the Great Calcutta Killings, a south Kolkata puja pandal is set to spread the message of amity and harmony this year. The puja of Samaj Sebi Sangha at Lake View Road was born in 1946 with a mission to maintain peace and harmony, which was torn apart by communal riots that killed many people.

Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata Pays Homage to the 1946 Great Calcutta Killings

India lights up with colour, devotion, and dance as Durga Puja and Navratri celebrations take centre stage. From spectacular pandals and idol immersions to Garba nights that honour feminine divinity, we bring you the sights and sounds of one of India’s grandest festive seasons.


India: Kolkata celebrates 'Maha Panchami' with festive fervour

At least 12 people died as heavy rain lashed the eastern Indian city of Kolkata and surrounding areas ahead of a major festival, flooding streets, disrupting transport and leaving residents stranded for hours, officials said on Wednesday.
Most of the rain, as much as 251.6 mm in 24 hours, fell during the early hours of Tuesday and was the heaviest witnessed in the city since 1988, as per India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Kolkata

Kolkata floods: IMD predicts more showers for the next 7 days

India: Heaviest rainfall in Kolkata in 4 decades, IMD says over 250 mm rain fell in 24 hours 

Kolkata Floods: Record Rainfall Batters Kolkata Days Before Durga Puja

At least eight people have died of electrocution in Kolkata in the aftermath of intense overnight rainfall. This is the third heaviest that Kolkata has ever received. This comes as the city gears up for the durga puja festival celebrations.

Kolkata Floods: Record Rainfall Batters Kolkata Days Before Durga Puja 

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Kolkata and several coastal states due to heavy rainfall and severe weather conditions.

Deadly flood batters Kolkata: CM blames 'dredging'

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Kolkata and several coastal states due to heavy rainfall and severe weather conditions.


Deadly floods paralyze Kolkata: Mayor reviews rain situation

Kolkata Rain: Seven people have died in Kolkata and surrounding areas after overnight heavy rain caused widespread waterlogging across the city.

Kolkata Rain: Heavy Rain in Kolkata Leaves 7 Dead, City Paralyzed 

Kolkata: Overnight, very heavy rain disrupted life across Kolkata and surrounding areas on Tuesday, leaving several neighborhoods submerged under knee-deep water and bringing traffic to a standstill. Many homes and residential complexes were flooded as streets remained underwater following the downpour that began past midnight.


Breaking: Kolkata: Torrential Rain Paralyzes Kolkata Roads, Metro & Train Services Affected

An Indian Institute of Management Calcutta student was allegedly raped by a fellow student inside the boys' hostel of the business school, the police said on Saturday. The accused has been arrested by the Haridevpur Police Station. 

IIM-Calcutta student raped inside boys' hostel | What police said

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