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A warehouse collapse in Kolkata's Taratala resulted in the deaths of three family members from Bihar's Munger. Three others from the same family miraculously survived. The incident occurred at the Taratala warehouse.

The death toll from a warehouse collapse in Kolkata has risen to 15. Rescue operations are ongoing for the third consecutive day, involving NDRF, Indian Army, Kolkata Police, and other agencies.

A warehouse collapse in Kolkata resulted in the deaths of three minors, including Rahul Chowdhury (17) from Nodia, West Bengal, and Sahil Sardar (17) from Ramchandrakhali, South 24 Pargana.

The Taratala warehouse collapse in Kolkata highlights issues of fragmented accountability and corruption at construction sites, which endanger lives.

The NIA has arrested Sayem Chowdhary alias Babu Chowdhary, a political leader from Mothbari in Malda, West Bengal, in connection with SIR-related violence. He was taken into custody after being questioned at the NIA's Kolkata office, according to an agency statement.

The West Bengal government has partnered with ISKCON for the school midday meal scheme in Kolkata. TMC Rajya Sabha MP Derek O’ Brien criticized the move, claiming it deprives children of nutrition by excluding eggs from meals.

An accident in Kolkata on June 24 left workers missing or dead, with families searching for survivors. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari noted most workers were from Bihar.

A warehouse in Kolkata collapsed, rescuing about 13 people while several others are feared trapped. Locals reported 50 to 60 workers were present at the site during the accident.

A warehouse shed collapsed in Taratala, Kolkata, trapping several people. The West Bengal government's Disaster Management Department has established a control room with contact numbers for assistance.

Heavy rains, thunderstorms, and waterlogging have disrupted life in Kolkata and surrounding areas. A bridge was washed away in north Bengal, resulting in one reported casualty.

A High Court lifted a stay on an arrest warrant against Abhishek Banerjee in a defamation case. The case alleges he referred to Akash Vijayvargiya as a 'goon' during a rally in Kolkata in November 2020.

A BJP leader filed a police complaint against Abhishek Banerjee, accusing him of misappropriating ₹250 crore from a central government relief fund for Cyclone Amphan victims. The complaint was submitted to Bishnupur Police Station in Kolkata.

Lok Sabha Speaker invited Mamata Banerjee's faction to present their case amid a TMC split. The invitation, sent at 2 pm on June 16, asked party General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee to meet the Speaker by 4 pm the same day while he was being interrogated by the Enforcement Directorate in Kolkata.

The main event for International Yoga Day 2026 will take place in Kolkata on June 21, led by the Prime Minister. The theme, 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing,' emphasizes yoga's role in promoting physical health, mental well-being, and healthy ageing.

The BJP government in West Bengal is removing statues and symbols from the previous Trinamool Congress government, particularly those associated with Mamata Banerjee, and altering Kolkata's color-scape to saffron.

Kakoli claims 22 Lok Sabha MPs are part of a dissident Trinamool Congress (TMC) group. A meeting of the group, originally planned in Kolkata, has been moved to Delhi.

Police conducted a search at Abhishek Banerjee's residence in Kolkata for over four hours, led by Paschim Medinipur's Salboni Police station with assistance from Kolkata Police. The operation began shortly after 3 a.m. and triggered sharp reactions from the TMC.

A massive fire erupted at a government building in Kolkata, specifically the South 24 Parganas district administrative office. Officials reported that the blaze was largely contained, though pockets of fire remained.

A midnight demolition during an anti-encroachment drive in Kolkata led to violent clashes, resulting in the detention of opposition leaders and injuries to protesters.

Ritabrata Banerjee, a rebel Trinamool leader, claims the party has been taken over by Abhishek Banerjee and corporate brokers. He denies BJP involvement in the split, reaffirms his faction's anti-BJP stance, and hints at potential rebellion among Trinamool MPs.

Mamata Banerjee is proceeding with a sit-in protest in Kolkata amid escalating tensions within the TMC. The protest is taking place as internal turmoil persists in the party.

Mamata Banerjee vowed to 'fight or die' during a protest in Kolkata, accusing the BJP-led state government of targeting TMC leaders and forcibly evicting hawkers.

Indian states begin vote counts, Narendra Modi eyes milestone win. The voting process is a significant event in India's political landscape. Modi's potential win could have substantial implications for the country's governance.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's political standing is at risk in a crucial state election as disputes over voter rolls intensify. Mamata Banerjee, a prominent opposition leader, is highlighted in the context of the unfolding electoral tensions.