Kolkata Faces Sharp Bus Shortage, Commuters Struggle
South Kolkata and suburbs face a severe bus shortage, with 800 fewer buses on roads. Commuters endure long waits and overcrowding till Jan 18 due to Gangasagar Mela and SIR process. Read more.
South Kolkata and suburbs face a severe bus shortage, with 800 fewer buses on roads. Commuters endure long waits and overcrowding till Jan 18 due to Gangasagar Mela and SIR process. Read more.
A major fire broke out at the Gangasagar Mela early Friday, destroying over 50 temporary sheds. Officials confirm no casualties. Read details on the cause and response.
A massive fire broke out at the Gangasagar Mela in West Bengal, gutting several temporary shelters. No casualties reported. Officials are investigating the cause. #Gangasagar #WestBengal
A massive fire broke out at the Gangasagar Mela ground in West Bengal, gutting over 40 temporary structures. Officials confirm no casualties. Read about the response and impact.
South 24 Parganas administration deploys ISRO's indigenous NaviC technology with drones & 1200+ CCTVs for real-time crowd monitoring at Gangasagar Mela. Over 1 crore pilgrims expected.
A high-tech Remote-Controlled Lifebuoy Water Drone, capable of towing 1,000 kg, is deployed at Gangasagar Mela for swift water rescues. Read how this innovation safeguards lakhs of devotees.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleges Election Commission uses BJP IT cell apps for SIR, calls it unconstitutional. She vows Supreme Court action. Details on her Gangasagar visit.
South 24 Parganas administration introduces remote-controlled lifebuoys at Gangasagar Mela for faster, tech-driven rescue operations. Read about the drone's advanced features.
South 24 Parganas admin deploys remote-controlled lifebuoy drones at Gangasagar Mela 2026 for faster rescue. Read about the tech saving lives.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee lays foundation for 5-km Gangasagar Setu bridge, says state will proceed without central funds to ease pilgrim woes. Read details.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee threatens to approach the Supreme Court over alleged harassment during voter list revision, citing AI-driven deletions and deaths. Read the full story.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee laid the foundation for the 4.8 km Gangasagar Setu, a Rs 1,670 crore project. She accused the BJP-led Centre of doing 'literally nothing for Bengal' and detailed state-led infrastructure upgrades.
West Bengal unveils a tech-driven plan for Gangasagar Mela 2026, featuring AI surveillance, QR wristbands for safety, and a major sustainability push. Read about the green transformation.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee will lay the foundation for the Rs 1,670 crore Gangasagar Setu bridge on Monday. The four-lane bridge over Muriganga river aims to transform connectivity, tourism, and the local economy of Sagar Island. Read more.
CM Mamata Banerjee reviews plans for 2026 Gangasagar Mela, stresses pilgrim safety & no VIP culture. Foundation for Rs 1,700 crore bridge to be laid in Jan. Read for details.
West Bengal govt enlists ISRO for 2026 Gangasagar Mela. Plan includes advanced lighting, dredging & crowd management for safer pilgrimage. Details inside.