Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Santosh Mitra Square and Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre Durga Puja Pandals in Kolkata, emphasizing the global significance of the nine-day festival. He expressed hopes for a prosperous Bengal in upcoming elections and paid tribute to Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar on his birth anniversary, highlighting
TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) conducted an Independent Drive Test (IDT) in July 2025 to evaluate mobile network performance across Kolkata, Howrah, and Hooghly districts, including metro routes. The assessment covered various technologies (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G) and key parameters such as Call Setup Success Rate (CSSR), Drop
DRI
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) conducted a significant operation in Kolkata on September 12, 2025, leading to the seizure of narcotics worth approximately Rs. 26 crore and the arrest of 10 individuals, including the mastermind behind the drug trafficking racket. The operation involved simultaneous searches at multiple locations, including
Combined Commanders' Conference
The Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC) 2025 will be held in Kolkata from September 15 to 17, focusing on reforms, transformation, and operational preparedness. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the event, which aims to strengthen the Armed Forces through institutional reforms and technological modernization, while ensuring multi-domain operational readiness. The conference
Kolkata
During a recent speech in Kolkata, the Prime Minister highlighted the launch of significant infrastructure projects, including the six-lane elevated Kona Expressway and expansions to the Kolkata Metro. He emphasized the importance of modern transport systems for enhancing the quality of life and connectivity in West Bengal, noting the state&
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple development projects in Kolkata, West Bengal, totaling over Rs 5,200 crore. He emphasized the importance of modern transport systems for India's growth as it aims to become the world's third-largest economy. Key projects include
Partition Horrors
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is commemorating Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Kolkata with a series of academic and cultural activities, including seminars, exhibitions, and film screenings. The program, which began on August 12, aims to engage the public and youth in discussions about the historical
forensic science
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the new building of the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) in Kolkata, emphasizing the government's commitment to a secure, transparent, and evidence-based criminal justice system. The facility, built at a cost of ₹88 crore, aims to support states in the Northeast in