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LPG gas cylinder price hiked by Rs 29: Check domestic cylinder rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai and other cities

LPG Price hike: Cooking gas cylinders have become costlier again. A 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder now costs ₹29 more across India. This is the second price hike in three months. Revised rates took effect on June 7. State-run oil companies implemented the increase. This impacts millions of households. Fuel retailers…

The Economic Times · Jun 7

22k gold rate today: Check 24k, 22k, 18k gold prices (June 6, 2026) at IBJA, Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Malabar Gold & Diamonds

Gold prices June 6, 2026, are available from Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, and Joyalukkas. Rates for 22k gold are provided across major cities. IBJA also offers indicative retail selling rates for various gold karats and silver.

The Economic Times · Jun 6

TMC's Firhad Hakim resigns as Kolkata mayor

Kolkata Municipal Corporation Mayor Firhad Hakim has resigned. He cited an inability to work properly as the reason for his departure. Hakim, a senior Trinamool Congress leader, submitted his resignation on Friday. This development comes amid ongoing political shifts within the party. He had been serving as mayor since November…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

NIA raids nine places in Bengal in Bhangar blast case

In pursuance of the MHA order, the NIA had taken over and registered the case related to the recovery of 79 crude bombs and other incriminating materials by the Kolkata police, which were being stored at a spot, thereby endangering human life and property.

The Economic Times · Jun 4

Day after texting brother about new job, Kolkata girl run over in UK by driver charged with DUI

A 28-year-old Kolkata woman, Anisha Chakraborty, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run incident in Birmingham, UK, just after completing her master's degree. She was on her way home from a pub outing when a black Audi RSQ8 struck her. Her family is awaiting the repatriation of her body, while a…

The Times of India · Jun 3

TMC MLA Firhad Hakim resigns as Kolkata mayor after receiving Mamata Banerjee's nod

Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim has resigned from his post after receiving permission from Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee. This decision follows weeks of speculation regarding his future in the civic body, with reports indicating he had previously expressed his desire to step down to party leadership.

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Termite-damaged cash worth over Rs 1 lakh found in Kolkata college union room; probe under way

At Kolkata's Surendranath College, during a cleaning drive, workers found two suitcases filled with currency notes. The money, estimated to be over Rs 1 lakh, was heavily damaged by termites. Police have taken possession of the cash and documents. An investigation is under way to determine its origin and ownership.

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Petrol, Diesel Price Today (June 3): Check fuel rates in Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, Gurgaon and other cities

Petrol, Diesel Price Today: Fuel prices across India remained stable on June 3, with no significant changes reported in major metro cities for petrol and diesel. Despite global crude oil fluctuations, oil marketing companies maintained current retail rates, offering commuters temporary relief. CNG prices also saw no hikes, contributing to…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Will not abandon TMC workers: Mamata at Kolkata dharna to protest 'post-poll violence'

Mamata Banerjee staged a dharna in Kolkata protesting alleged post-poll violence. She pledged support for Trinamool Congress workers following the party's election defeat. Banerjee also indicated that anti-BJP parties will soon announce a nationwide program. The protest addressed attacks on party members and hawker evictions. The dharna continued as scheduled.

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Giant Lionel Messi statue dismantled in Kolkata

A 21-metre statue of Lionel Messi in Kolkata has been removed less than a year after its unveiling due to safety fears over its stability in strong winds.

Euronews · Jun 2