Darjeeling
Community Achievement: Locals Build "Gorkhaland Bridge" Near Darjeeling Without Government Support
Dec 07, 2025 11:38 pm CST
Sixteen local societies near Darjeeling pooled resources to build the "Gorkhaland Bridge" connecting Tungsung tea estate with Dhotrey valley, overcoming numerous obstacles including alleged government opposition. The bridge represents community resilience and demonstrates what united effort can accomplish in addressing local infrastructure needs.
BJP's Strategic Blueprint: Challenging Mamata Banerjee's 15-Year Rule in West Bengal's 2026 Elections
Nov 25, 2025 03:16 am CST
As BJP prepares for West Bengal's 2026 assembly elections, Prime Minister Modi has launched an intricate six-zone strategy to challenge Mamata Banerjee's 15-year Trinamool Congress rule. Despite maintaining a 39% vote share, BJP faces the challenge of converting support into seats while navigating Bengal's complex political landscape of caste dynamics, religious polarization, and rising anti-incumbency sentiment against Banerjee's government.
BJP MP Raju Bista's Convoy Attacked in Flood-Hit Darjeeling, Claims Political Conspiracy
Oct 19, 2025 12:48 am CST
BJP's Darjeeling MP Raju Bista's convoy was attacked with stones near Jorebunglow while returning from flood survey work. Bista claims the attack, which follows an Interlocutor announcement, was politically motivated to disturb regional peace. This incident occurs days after similar attacks on other BJP leaders distributing flood relief in North Bengal.
Devastating Floods and Landslides in North Bengal: Death Toll Rises to 28 as Rescue Operations Continue
Oct 06, 2025 08:55 pm CST
Rescue operations are ongoing in northern West Bengal as the death toll from devastating floods and landslides reaches 28. Thousands of tourists remain stranded in isolated hill areas while continuous rainfall hampers recovery efforts. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced compensation for victims' families as officials warn of continued heavy rainfall and risk of additional landslides.