Journalism that explains why it matters.

Who we are

Prothom Kolkata is a Bengali digital news platform launched in 2018 by journalist and editor Subrata Acharya. We cover news and developments from West Bengal, India and around the world, with particular attention to politics, public affairs, geopolitics, and issues that have a direct or wider impact on our readers.

Somoyer Prothom Kolkata is the associated Bengali print newspaper, registered with the Press Registrar General of India (PRGI).

Our aim is to provide news with context. Beyond reporting what has happened, we help readers understand the decisions, developments and events behind the headlines.

Our focus on context

News is not always understood through headlines alone. Political decisions, diplomatic developments and international events often have a wider background that is essential to understanding their significance.

Alongside breaking and developing news, we publish explainers, analysis, interviews and video content that examine the background and implications of important events. Our coverage is especially focused on issues affecting West Bengal, India–Bangladesh relations, and the broader geopolitical environment in which India operates.

Our editorial approach

Responsible journalism begins with verified information, proper attribution and clear context. Our principle is straightforward: attribute statements, check claims, and clearly distinguish verified facts from analysis and commentary.

Where information comes from public statements, official sources, documents, interviews or other reporting, we identify the source clearly. Complex political and international developments often involve competing claims and differing perspectives; our objective is to present relevant information accurately so readers can understand the issues for themselves.

Our commitment to readers

Trust in journalism depends on responsible reporting. We strive to verify information, identify sources where appropriate, distinguish reporting from analysis, and correct errors when they are identified.