A sudden storm struck Jalpaiguri district in northern West Bengal on March 31, resulting in the death of at least five people and causing injuries to over 300 people. The disaster caused extensive damage to numerous homes and buildings. Watch for more details.
Karimul Hak, a former tea garden worker, saves lives every day in Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal with his ingenious transport for medical emergencies.
The train made its inaugural run from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station in West Bengal.
The Dhaka-Jalpaiguri Mitali Express is the third Bangladesh-India passenger train service
The strike was called by a joint forum of 23 unions, a spokesman of United Trade Union Congress (UTUC), which is participating in the movement, said.