5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Health workers treat an injured 12-year-old boy at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after the earthquake, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. Despite urgent efforts to save him, doctors later declared the child dead. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suv

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

A woman breaks down in grief at Dhaka Medical College Hospital as she waits for news of her injured son following the powerful earthquake that struck Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake — with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi — caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-storey building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

A woman breaks down in grief at Dhaka Medical College Hospital as she waits for news of her injured son following the powerful earthquake that struck Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake — with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi — caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-storey building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Health workers treat an injured 12-year-old boy at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after the earthquake, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. Despite urgent efforts to save him, doctors later declared the child dead. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21,

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Health workers treat an injured 12-year-old boy at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after the earthquake, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. Despite urgent efforts to save him, doctors later declared the child dead. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21,

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Health workers treat an injured 12-year-old boy at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after the earthquake, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. Despite urgent efforts to save him, doctors later declared the child dead. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21,

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Health workers treat an injured 12-year-old boy at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after the earthquake, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. Despite urgent efforts to save him, doctors later declared the child dead. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21,

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Health workers treat an injured 12-year-old boy at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after the earthquake, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. Despite urgent efforts to save him, doctors later declared the child dead. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suv

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 8 in Bangladesh

Graphic Content - Injured people arrive at Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment after the earthquake, as relatives wait anxiously for updates on their loved ones, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on 21 November 2025. A powerful earthquake measuring between 5.5 and 5.7 struck Dhaka late Friday morning, sending panic across the city as buildings shook and residents rushed into the streets. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the shallow quake—with an epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi—caused significant jolts in the capital and surrounding districts. Emergency services reported several structural damages, including a collapsed rooftop railing in Armanitola and a tilted eight-story building in Swamibagh. International reports indicate that at least six people have died and dozens were injured as falling debris and damaged structures triggered chaos. Tremors were felt across central Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, including Kolkata. Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 21, 2025. Photo by Suvra Kanti Da

Idol Immersion in India

Idol Immersion in India

Relatives and guests pose together in front of the Durga Puja altar at the Shib Krishna Daw House in Kolkata, India on October 2, 2025. The Daw family’s Durga Puja, dating back to 1839, is among Kolkata’s oldest bonedi bari household pujas, where traditional rituals are performed inside the ancestral mansion rather than in public pandals. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Idol Immersion in India

Idol Immersion in India

Two women smear vermilion on each other’s faces during Sindoor Khela at the Shib Krishna Daw House in Kolkata, India on October 2, 2025. The Daw family’s Durga Puja, dating back to 1839, is among Kolkata’s oldest bonedi bari household pujas, where traditional rituals are performed inside the ancestral mansion rather than in public pandals. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Idol Immersion in India

Idol Immersion in India

Women pose before the Durga idol after completing Sindoor Khela at the Shib Krishna Daw House in Kolkata, India on October 2, 2025. The Daw family’s Durga Puja, dating back to 1839, is among Kolkata’s oldest bonedi bari household pujas, where traditional rituals are performed inside the ancestral mansion rather than in public pandals. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Idol Immersion in India

Idol Immersion in India

Women dressed in traditional saris place their hands together during the Sindoor Khela ritual at the Shib Krishna Daw House in Kolkata, India on October 2, 2025. The Daw family’s Durga Puja, dating back to 1839, is among Kolkata’s oldest bonedi bari household pujas, where traditional rituals are performed inside the ancestral mansion rather than in public pandals. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Idol Immersion in India

Idol Immersion in India

Women in saris pose before the Durga idol after completing Sindoor Khela at the Shib Krishna Daw House in Kolkata, India on October 2, 2025. The Daw family’s Durga Puja, dating back to 1839, is among Kolkata’s oldest bonedi bari household pujas, where traditional rituals are performed inside the ancestral mansion rather than in public pandals. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

India: At Least 10 Dead in Widespread Flooding in Kolkata 2

Overnight heavy rain caused widespread flooding across Kolkata and surrounding areas in West Bengal on Tuesday, September 23, halting traffic and public transport. The deluge left vehicles stranded for hours and resulted in the deaths of at least 10 people due to electrocution.

India: At Least 10 Dead in Widespread Flooding in Kolkata

Overnight heavy rain caused widespread flooding across Kolkata and surrounding areas in West Bengal on Tuesday, September 23, halting traffic and public transport. The deluge left vehicles stranded for hours and resulted in the deaths of at least 10 people due to electrocution.

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

People wade through shallow waters of Ganges River, amid plastic and other waste, at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Volunteers wade through scattered debris to collect remnants of immersed idols from the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A Ganesha idol floats amidst plastic waste in the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Volunteers wade through scattered debris to collect remnants of immersed idols from the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A person walks amid plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

People wade through shallow waters of Ganges River, amid plastic and other waste, at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A person walks amid plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A view of the plastic and other waste in the shallow waters of the Ganges River at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. Environmental reports consistently cite the river's fecal coliform bacteria levels near the ghats as dangerously exceeding safe bathing limits. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

Supporters hold posters of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a BJP rally at Dum Dum Central Jail Maidan in Kolkata, India on August 22, 2025. At the rally, Modi launched a sharp attack on West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress, accusing it of “promoting infiltration” for political power and votes. He said the BJP-led Union government had initiated a campaign to drive out infiltrators who he claimed were “changing the demography of West Bengal.” The TMC countered his charge by blaming the Centre for failing to stop infiltration. Photo by Debajyoti Chakraborty/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

Supporters raise placards with images of Narendra Modi during a BJP rally in Kolkata, India on August 22, 2025. At the rally, Modi launched a sharp attack on West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress, accusing it of “promoting infiltration” for political power and votes. He said the BJP-led Union government had initiated a campaign to drive out infiltrators who he claimed were “changing the demography of West Bengal.” The TMC countered his charge by blaming the Centre for failing to stop infiltration. Photo by Debajyoti Chakraborty/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

A supporter holds a poster of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a BJP rally at Dum Dum Central Jail Maidan in Kolkata, India on August 22, 2025. At the rally, Modi launched a sharp attack on West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress, accusing it of “promoting infiltration” for political power and votes. He said the BJP-led Union government had initiated a campaign to drive out infiltrators who he claimed were “changing the demography of West Bengal.” The TMC countered his charge by blaming the Centre for failing to stop infiltration. Photo by Debajyoti Chakraborty/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

Narendra Modi Holds A Rally To Attack Trinamool Congress - India

Supporters listen as Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a BJP rally at Dum Dum Central Jail Maidan in Kolkata, India on August 22, 2025. At the rally, Modi launched a sharp attack on West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress, accusing it of “promoting infiltration” for political power and votes. He said the BJP-led Union government had initiated a campaign to drive out infiltrators who he claimed were “changing the demography of West Bengal.” The TMC countered his charge by blaming the Centre for failing to stop infiltration. Photo by Debajyoti Chakraborty/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM