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28 Jun

Fourth arrest in Siliguri SIM box case, investigation reveals links to Bangladesh

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Siliguri, June 28: The Detective Department (DD) of Siliguri Metropolitan Police has detained Abdul Qadir (39), resident of Jalpaiguri, in the fourth arrest in the SIM box case. Recent developments have further revealed the cross-border links of the case, pointing towards links with Bangladesh. The matter first came to light on May 16 when the Special Operations Group (SOG) unearthed a SIM box operation under the guise of a mobile shop in Siliguri. Acting on intelligence regarding criminal activities related to SIM boxes, police raided a mobile shop in Jyotiyakali. They recovered three SIM boxes with various illegal materials and…

27 Jun

Blood donation camp was systematized by Naxalbari Sarada Vidyamandir in collaboration with Marwari Yuva Manch

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Naxalbari, June 27: In a commendable initiative, Naxalbari Sarada Vidyamandir in joint efforts with Marwari Yuva Manch successfully organized a blood donation camp on Thursday with the target of collecting 200 units of blood.According to reports, active blood donors have been voluntarily contributing to this noble cause since morning. Sujit Das, Head Teacher, Naxalbari Sarada Vidyamandir expressed his gratitude to all the participants and emphasized that the annual blood donation camp was organized in accordance with the principle of 'Sebai Param Dharma, Raktdan Jeevan Daan'.All the collected blood units will be taken to Rotary Blood Bank. Meanwhile, the former vice-president…

26 Jun

On Tuesday SMC carried out the demolition of unauthorized construction in Ward No. 35

Ashish MajumderSiliguri

On Tuesday The Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) carried out the demolition of unauthorized construction in Ward No. 35 near Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road. The demolition was executed following a High Court order, targeting portions of a residential building that allegedly deviated from approved plans. Reportedly, the demolition operation commenced on Tuesday morning, with police present to ensure security and order. Several flats across three floors of the residence were demolished. This action is part of a broader initiative mandated by the High Court to address illegal constructions across various wards in the city. On the previous day, Monday, a…

20 Jun

In Bhanu Nagar area of Ward No. 43 the SMC demolished a two-storey building

Ashish MajumderSiliguri

Recently Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) continues its crackdown on unauthorized constructions. On Thursday, following a directive from the Supreme Court, the SMC demolished a two-storey building in Bhanu Nagar area of Ward No. 43. Reportedly, the demolition actually targeted a structure built without any approved plan by Santosh Sah, a resident of Bhanu Nagar. In fact the issue was initially brought to SMC’s attention through a complaint, which subsequently led to a legal battle in the Jalpaiguri Circuit Bench of Kolkata High Court. On June 11, the bench ordered the demolition of the illegal construction. In response to the Circuit…

12 Jun

Body of unknown person retrieved in Bagdogra

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Bagdogra, June 12: A tragic incident came to light in Bagdogra where the body of an unidentified person was found. According to the information, local people noticed a dead body under the fly over at Bihar turn of Bagdogra. After this, information about the matter was given to Bagdogra police station. Police without delay reached the spot, recovered the body and took it to North Bengal Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem. Police sources contemplate that the person might have fallen from the fly over in the dark of night. However, the complete occurrence is being further investigated.

29 May

7 Rohingya including children taking into custody in Siliguri

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Siliguri, May 29: The Government Railway Police (GRP) and New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Police in a joint operation arrested a group of seven Rohingya people, including a child, allegedly while on their way to Punjab via NJP railway station.According to details collected, the captured persons, which included four women, three men and a child, were identified as Zubera Begum, Rehana Akhtar, Ashiya Begum, Haseena Begum, Noor Hakim, Saddam Hussain and Azinur. The arrested group came from a refugee camp in Bangladesh.It is noteworthy that many Rohingyas often migrate illegally from Bangladesh to different parts of the country through NJP station. However,…

27 May

Cattle smuggling attempt: One taking into custody in Siliguri

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Siliguri, May 27: In a recent development, NJP police station has arrested a man named Nizamuddin, a resident of Bihar, in connection with an attempt to smuggle cattle. This arrest took place during a raid conducted by the police near Fulbari bypass toll gate adjacent to Siliguri on Sunday night. Police sources revealed that during the operation based on a tip-off, 26 cows were recovered from a container truck. The cattle were reportedly being moved from Ghoshpukur towards Jalpaiguri. After the arrest, the accused driver was produced in Jalpaiguri district court on Monday. At present the police is investigating the…

25 May

Thieves had a feast before the theft in a hotel in Siliguri

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Siliguri, May 25: In an unusual turn of events, a gang of thieves broke into a hotel on Sevoke Road in Siliguri and had a hearty meal before making off with various items. The incident came to light on Saturday morning when the hotel owner arrived to open the establishment.Reportedly, upon arrival, the owner discovered that the walls of the hotel had been hacked into. Many utensils and other items were missing. It appears that the thieves took their time in eating the food available at the hotel before committing the theft.According to the hotel owner, all the employees had…

24 May

Recently the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) has undertaken restoration work at several riverways

Ashish MajumderSiliguri

In a proactive step to revive the deteriorating rivers of the city, recently the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) has undertaken restoration work at several riverways. On Friday, Mayor Gautam Deb actually inspected the ongoing work at the Jorapani River at Ward No. 34 under the initiative of the Irrigation Department. According to the details gathered, the Mayor was accompanied by Deputy Mayor Ranjan Sarkar, MMIC Conservancy Manik Dey, and others. In addition to visiting Ward No. 34, the delegation inspected the ongoing restoration works at Wards 35, 36, 37, and 38. In this regard, MMIC Manik Dey emphasized that the…

24 May

School enrollment scam in Siliguri, a teacher and colleague arrested

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Siliguri, May 24: Bhakti Nagar police has arrested a teacher and her companion for taking money in the name of getting admission in a school. The accused have been identified as teacher Meghna Saha and her friend Soumyadeep Saha.According to reports, the incident took place during the admission process at a private school located on Sevoke Road. A parent arrived with his child's enrollment receipt, which the school management found to be fake. Upon enquiry, the parents revealed that their child's teacher, Meghna Saha, had taken thousands of rupees and provided fake receipts.After this revelation, the school management lodged written…