Mamata Banerjee Holds Kolkata Protest Over SIR

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

East India State News

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee staged a protest in Kolkata opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, accusing the exercise of being politically motivated. The demonstration drew participation from leaders and workers of the ruling Trinamool Congress as

East India State News

Kolkata Warehouse Fire Kills Seven, Many Missing

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

At least seven people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a warehouse complex in southern Kolkata, while more than 20 others are feared missing. The fire erupted in the early hours at two adjoining warehouses in the Anandapur area, where several workers were reportedly inside at the time. Rescue Operations Continue Fire […]

Football Sports

Messi Statue Event in Kolkata Hit by Fan Unrest

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

Lionel Messi’s statue unveiling in Kolkata on Saturday was overshadowed by crowd unrest after fans protested over poor visibility and event management. The Argentine football star remotely unveiled a towering statue of himself holding the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Sreebhumi Sporting Club, an event that attracted thousands of supporters and generated widespread attention

International

Earthquake Kills Six In Bangladesh, Tremors Felt In Kolkata

By BPN News Desk November 21, 2025

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Bangladesh on Friday morning, killing six people and injuring several others. The tremor, centred near Narsingdi district close to Dhaka, caused buildings to shake across the capital and sent residents rushing outdoors in panic. Casualties And Reported Damage Officials confirmed that six people died in separate incidents linked to