A Darjeeling Girl’s Jhola of Dreams – Meet 35-Year-Old Prashansa Gurung Whose Venture is Putting the Hill-Town on the Map
Although the glass ceiling hasn't completely disappeared, it’s welcome that women continue to breach it. Among the growing number of young women entrepreneurs, Prashansa Gurung from Darjeeling has started a business venture that relies on both technological innovations and interpersonal ethos.
Jan 27, 2023, 15:56 PM IST
No need to go to Darjeeling, Mount Kanchenjunga can also be seen from HERE- See beautiful PICS
Mount Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world. The name means 'The five treasures of the high snow'. With an elevation of 8,586 m, the Kanchenjunga rises in the Kanchenjunga Himal on the west of the Tamur River.
Oct 31, 2022, 11:11 AM IST
Darjeeling's iconic Toy Train gets a makeover, now gets Vistadome coach and restaurant
Darjeeling's iconic Toy Train gets a makeover, now gets Vistadome coach and restaurant, here’s all you need to know about the train services, reports PTI.
Sep 27, 2022, 11:13 AM IST
Didn't want to be CM in 2020: Nitish Kumar makes BIG claim against BJP after taking oath
Nitish Kumar had ended his alliance with the BJP on Aug 9 and revived the 'Mahagathbandhan' between JD(U) and Tejashvi Yadav's RJD.
Aug 10, 2022, 18:04 PM IST
Black Fever or kala-azar found in Bengal, Mamata Banerjee worries as states reports over 65 cases - Check causes and symptoms
Black Fever: The health department said that surveillance is already underway to prevent the spread of black fever. Darjeeling, Malda, North Dinajpur, South Dinajpur and Kalimpong have high incidence of this fever. In addition to North Bengal, there have been reports of Black Fever cases in South Bengal as well.
Jul 18, 2022, 13:02 PM IST
65 cases of black fever detected in 11 districts of West Bengal, says official
"Kala-azar was practically eradicated from West Bengal. A recent surveillance, however, led to the detection of 65 cases in 11 districts. Now that these cases have come to the fore, the state will be able to tackle the spread of the disease,” the official said.
Jul 16, 2022, 10:13 AM IST
After serving Pani Puri, Mamata Banerjee makes MOMOS in Darjeeling-- WATCH
Mamata Banerjee: This is not the first time that Mamata Banerjee is doing such a thing. Recently she was seen feeding puchka to people at a stall. Interestingly, last year also Mamata Banerjee had made momos and fed people on Darjeeling tour and this year also she did the same thing.
Jul 14, 2022, 14:20 PM IST
Mamata Banerjee has a new ambition: 'I want to learn...'
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has decided to learn the Gorkhali language in order to communicate better with the people of the Darjeeling hills in north Bengal
Jul 13, 2022, 22:09 PM IST
Just a vacation OR...: BIG speculation around NSA Ajit Doval's 5-day visit to Darjeeling!
Ajit Doval reportedly landed at Bagdogra airport on Saturday and left for Makaibari in Kurseong.There has been a lot of excitement around his visit in the hills. However, a section of the political circles in the hills say Ajit Doval is accompanied by his family. So this trip can be personal.
Jul 03, 2022, 18:42 PM IST
Northeast Frontier Railway increases number of joy ride trains in Darjeeling
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway earlier had eight joyride services between the two stations, and now it has gone up to 12 stations to meet the passenger's demand, reports ANI.
Jun 03, 2022, 21:07 PM IST
Good news for tourists: Toy train ride in Darjeeling to become more affordable
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has reduced the fare of the world-famous 'Toy Train' service by up to Rs 200.
Feb 25, 2022, 11:13 AM IST
Darjeeling's toy trains back on track after more than one year
Formally known as the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, the train service was suspended in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Railways also tweeted that UNESCO has launched a stamp on Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
Aug 25, 2021, 13:00 PM IST
Earthquake of 4.0 magnitude jolts Sikkim's Gangtok, tremors felt in Darjeeling
Earthquake measuring 4.0 in Richter scale jolted Sikkim's Gangtok.
Jul 25, 2021, 21:06 PM IST
West Bengal lockdown update: Darjeeling issues fresh notice for passengers travelling from Sikkim
Earlier, the West Bengal government made it mandatory for tourists entering northern districts of Dooars and Darjeeling to carry COVID-19 negative test reports.
Jul 20, 2021, 23:43 PM IST
Heavy rains trigger major landslide in Darjeeling, over 30 families affected
Incessant rainfall since Thursday (June 17) morning has triggered a major landslide at Arubotay Mazuwa Gram Panchayat under Bijanbari Block in Darjeeling. More than 30 families are said to have been affected due to the landslide.
Jun 17, 2021, 16:23 PM IST
Bengal Chale Hum: Whose government do Bengal tea plantation workers want?
In this episode of 'Bengal Chale Hum', watch the special ground report from Darjeeling know as the 'Queen of the Mountains' for the upcoming assembly elections. In this video, know whose government the Bengal tea garden workers want.
Apr 12, 2021, 20:32 PM IST
Kiska Bengal: Does Darjeeling like Modi or Mamata?
In today's segment of Kiska Bengal know- Does Darjeeling like Modi or Mamata?
Feb 14, 2021, 20:26 PM IST
Rare Red Pandas woo visitors in Darjeeling's Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park - Watch
The only specialized Zoo across the country boasts of 24 red pandas, the mammal species that are native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China and are also listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
Sep 22, 2020, 12:30 PM IST
Heavy rains trigger landslide in West Bengal's Darjeeling, no casualty reported
While no injuries have been reported, all vehicles have remained stranded since 12 midnight as boulders on the road blocked vehicular movement.
Jul 22, 2020, 14:11 PM IST
Darjeeling, Kalimpong, neighboring West Bengal districts to witness heavy rainfall between July 9-12
Malda, North & South Dinajpur districts of North Bengal will also witness heavy rainfall.
Jul 06, 2020, 19:06 PM IST
