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Showing 13 recent stories about Kolkata.

Violence Erupts in Nigeria and Kolkata Amid Growing Insecurity

Recent attacks in Nigeria and a tragic hotel fire in Kolkata highlight increasing violence and safety concerns worldwide.

Aug 19, 2026• Al Jazeera

World

Teen Rescued from Kolkata's Red-Light District in Swift Police Operation

A 16-year-old girl was rescued from a notorious red-light area in Kolkata just hours after a distress call.

Aug 8, 2026• NDTV India

World

Kolkata Celebrates Football Fever Amid Rising Tensions

Kolkata's football fervor for Messi contrasts sharply with rising crime and celebrity threats in India.

Jul 18, 2026• Al Jazeera

World

Taslima Nasreen's Return Sparks Controversy in Kolkata

The writer's return after two decades ignites discussions on fundamentalism and free expression.

Jul 15, 2026• NDTV India

Crisis

Kolkata Metro Disruption Amid Sudan's Escalating Crisis

A suicide attempt disrupts Kolkata Metro services as Sudan faces potential genocide.

Jun 27, 2026• NDTV India

Crisis

Kolkata Warehouse Collapse: Political Fallout and Arrests Unfold

Political tensions rise in Kolkata after a warehouse collapse, leading to arrests and allegations of corruption.

Jun 25, 2026• NDTV India

Modi

PM Modi Celebrates 12th International Yoga Day in Kolkata

On June 21, PM Modi emphasized yoga's global recognition and its health benefits at the 12th International Yoga Day.

Jun 21, 2026• NDTV India

World

Bengal Secretariat's Move to Writers' Buildings Sparks Economic Optimism

The relocation of government offices to Writers' Buildings is set to revitalize local commerce in Kolkata's BBD Bag area.

May 11, 2026• NDTV India

Trump Watch

Brazil's Congress Eases Bolsonaro's Sentencing Amid Political Turmoil

The Brazilian Congress has approved a significant reduction of Jair Bolsonaro's prison sentence as political tensions rise across the nation.

May 1, 2026• BBC World

World

Kolkata's 2026 Election: A Battle for Cultural Legacy

The 2026 election for Kolkata's most coveted seat promises to be a historic clash steeped in cultural significance.

Apr 26, 2026• Google News India

Crisis

Kolkata's Political Legacy and Recent Gun Violence in the U.S.

As Kolkata gears up for a pivotal election, recent gun violence highlights broader societal issues in both India and the U.S.

Apr 25, 2026• NDTV India

World

Peru's Presidential Election Faces Scrutiny Amid Delays

The electoral process in Peru raises questions as results are postponed and fraud allegations emerge.

Apr 19, 2026• Al Jazeera

World

West Bengal's Bhadralok: Influencers in a Changing Political Landscape

As elections approach, the views of Kolkata's bhadralok offer insights into West Bengal's political future.

Apr 10, 2026• NDTV India