Tamil Nadu Tops Among Global Hotspots for Climate-Related Sleep Loss in India
Chennai (93 hours), Mumbai (84 hours) and Kolkata (80 hours) registered the highest overall sleep loss among major metros, while Bengaluru recorded the strongest climate change signal (eight hours per year)
India-UK FTA: Kolkata flags off first jewellery export consignment to UK under CETA
Kolkata dispatched its first jewellery export to the United Kingdom under the India-UK CETA. This marks the city's entry into the first nationwide shipment following the pact's implementation. Indian gem and jewellery exporters now have zero-duty access to the UK market. This agreement is expected to significantly boost India's jewellery exports to the UK. Kolkata is poised to benefit from this transformative trade opportunity.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has sparked massive interest even before its release, but its ticket prices are making just as many headlines. Premium IMAX tickets have climbed to Rs 3,100 in Mumbai and Rs 2,500 in Delhi NCR, while prices vary across Bengaluru, Kolkata and other cities. Here's a city-wise look at how much audiences are paying to watch Nolan's latest epic on the big screen.
Kolkata High Court Grants TMC Permission for July 21 Event with Conditions
Kolkata, July 15: The Kolkata High Court has granted the Trinamool Congress (TMC) permission to hold a meeting on July 21, subject to certain conditions. The event cannot take place in front of Victoria House and must be held on a portion of the road near the Birla Planetarium to keep another section of the ... Read more Kolkata High Court Grants TMC Permission for July 21 Event with Conditions
Calcutta High Court allows AITC to conduct Martyrs Day rally on July 21
The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday directed the Kolkata Police to grant permission to All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) to hold its Shahid Diwas (Martyrs Day) rally on July 21 at Cathedral Road near Birla Planetarium, subject to strict conditions to ensure maintenance of law and order, crowd management and smooth vehicular movement. While disposing [] The post Calcutta High Court allows AITC to conduct Martyrs Day rally on July 21 appeared first on India Legal .
Another Arrest in Baruipur Mob Lynching Case, Total Arrests Rise to Eight
Kolkata, July 15: In a significant development in the mob lynching case following the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas district, police arrested another suspect on Wednesday. This brings the total number of arrests in the case to eight. The arrested individual has been identified as Sakim Laskar. ... Read more Another Arrest in Baruipur Mob Lynching Case, Total Arrests Rise to Eight
12 Years Ago, Taslima Nasreen Inspired A Bengali Film Directed By This Rocky Aur Rani Actor
Taslima Nasreen is set to attend an anti-fundamentalism programme in Kolkata on August 1
Heavy Rain Expected During Jagannath Rath Yatra in Kolkata
Kolkata, July 15: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted moderate to heavy rainfall in Kolkata and several districts of South Bengal over the next four days. This adverse weather may disrupt the Jagannath Rath Yatra scheduled for Thursday. An official from the regional meteorological center in Alipore stated that moderate to heavy rain is ... Read more Heavy Rain Expected During Jagannath Rath Yatra in Kolkata
West Bengal Government to Withdraw Cases Against Peaceful Protesters in RG Kar Incident
Kolkata, July 15: The West Bengal government has announced plans to withdraw cases against peaceful protesters, including doctors, who demonstrated against the RG Kar rape and murder incident in 2024. Under the previous Mamata Banerjee administration, FIRs were filed against those involved in the protests. Sources from the state secretariat revealed that the government will ... Read more West Bengal Government to Withdraw Cases Against Peaceful Protesters in RG Kar Incident
Why Taslima Nasreen's Kolkata return is a powder keg for Bengal politics
Taslima Nasreen's upcoming return to Kolkata after 20 years sparks intense political discussions. The Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party both voiced their strong opinions regarding her visit. Exiled since 2007, Nasreen is set to participate in an anti-fundamentalism literary event this August. Her previous works and the circumstances of her exile have sent shockwaves through conversations about free speech and the intersection with religious beliefs in West Bengal.
Congress invites Mamata to July 21 event in Kolkata, asks her to admit quitting party was 'mistake'
The July 21, 1993 movement was organised under the banner of the Youth Congress and that its association with the Congress could not be erased says, West Bengal Congress president Subhankar Sarkar
Taslima Nasreen's Kolkata Return Sparks Fresh Political Firestorm
Taslima Nasreen is scheduled to attend a programme protesting fundamentalism at Rabindra Sadan in Kolkata on August 1.
Five decades of Shipra Bhattacharyas art come together in Kolkata retrospective
In Bloom in Kolkata traces the artists evolving engagement with womanhood, memory and the human condition through paintings,drawingsand sculptures
BJP Claims Enhanced Security at India-Bangladesh Border in West Bengal
Kolkata, July 15: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has asserted that the international borders between India and Bangladesh in West Bengal have become significantly more secure. This improvement is attributed to the new state government, led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, which has rapidly made land available for barbed wire fencing by the Border Security ... Read more BJP Claims Enhanced Security at India-Bangladesh Border in West Bengal
Man Arrested with Silver Bars Worth 14 Lakhs at Howrah Metro Station
Kolkata, July 15: The railway police arrested a man at Howrah Metro Station on Tuesday, seizing several silver bars weighing 6.5 kilograms. A senior police officer confirmed the arrest. During the scanning of luggage, the silver bars were discovered in the passengers bag. The estimated market value of the silver is approximately 14 lakhs. The ... Read more Man Arrested with Silver Bars Worth 14 Lakhs at Howrah Metro Station
Scientific Agricultural Roadmap for West Bengal Underway: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Kolkata, July 15: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced on Tuesday that the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), West Bengals government agricultural university, and agricultural scientists are collaboratively developing a scientific agricultural roadmap for West Bengal. Chouhan chaired a high-level review meeting with West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata. Following the ... Read more Scientific Agricultural Roadmap for West Bengal Underway: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
West Bengal Congress president Subhankar Sarkar on Tuesday invited TMC chief Mamata Banerjee to the partys July 21 Martyrs Day programme, while asking her to admit that leaving the Congress nearly three decades ago was a mistake.
'If she publicly says ...': Congress extends Martyrs' Day invite to Mamata, but with a condition
The Congress invited Mamata Banerjee to its Martyrs' Day event in Kolkata. This invitation came with a condition that she acknowledge leaving Congress was a mistake. West Bengal Congress president stated Mamata should not distort the historical significance of the 1993 movement. He added that admitting her past decision was wrong would be a significant gesture. The Congress stage remains open for her to pay respects to the martyrs.
Taslima Nasrin to Visit Kolkata After 19 Years
Kolkata, July 15: Renowned Bangladeshi author and poet Taslima Nasrin is set to return to Kolkata on August 1, marking her first visit in 19 years. Her previous departure in 2007 followed the controversy surrounding her book Dwikhandito, which sparked violent protests in parts of Kolkata during the tenure of then Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee. ... Read more Taslima Nasrin to Visit Kolkata After 19 Years
West Bengal: Taslima To Visit Kolkata After Almost 20 Years
Nasreen was forced to leave Kolkata on November 21, 2007, after protests by a section of Muslim community erupted across the city over her autobiography, Dwikhondito: Reports
Bengaluru City Police Commissionerate to be split into multiple units?
While all other major city regions in India Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Chennai have multiple commissionerates, Bengaluru remains the only one where a large commissionerate, including suburban areas, is surrounded by rural district police units.
Kolkatas Conversation Room brings AABBCC to the city for a takeover
Delhis AABBCC brings its retro-futurist cocktails, ingredient-led philosophy and immersive bar experience to Kolkata for a one-night collaboration at Conversation Room
Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasrin set to return to Kolkata after nearly 20 years
Taslima Nasrin will attend an anti-fundamentalism event in Kolkata next month. She was forced to leave the city in 2007 after protests over her writings. The BJP government views her return as a reversal of past capitulation. This event signifies a new political backdrop for the author's visit. Organizers celebrate her stand against religious fundamentalism and freedom of expression.
UTT: Bernadette Szocs Powers Dempo Goa To 8-7 Victory Over Kolkata
Reigning MVP Bernadette Szocs held her nerve in a winner-takes-all finale to guide unbeaten Dempo Goa Challengers to a thrilling 8-7 victory over HVR Kolkata ThunderBlades in Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 7.
8th pay commission calculator: The 8th Pay Commission has concluded its Kolkata meetings and extended the employee data submission deadline. Central government employees anticipate salary and allowance increments as the commission prepares its recommendations. House Rent Allowance is a key component which is expected to be revised significantly. Senior government officials at Level 14-18 may see substantial HRA increases based on fitment factors.
Gold and silver prices today, 14 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
Dempo GC make hat trick of wins
Panaji: Dempo Goa Challengers maintained their unbeaten run in the Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7 with a thrilling 8-7 victory over HVR Kolkata ThunderBlades at the Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium on Monday. Locked at 7-7 heading into the final match, Dempo sealed victory when reigning MVP Bernadette Szocs rallied to beat Singapores Zeng []
Karnataka's industries minister MB Patil held an investment roadshow in Kolkata. He met senior executives from several companies to attract fresh investments. Patil pitched the state's Beyond Bengaluru initiative for industrial growth. He highlighted opportunities in tier-II cities like Vijayapura and Tumakuru. The minister invited company delegations to visit Karnataka for project assessments.
Kolkata airport mosque row: BJP backs prayer curbs, TMC lashes out
TMC MP Saugata Roy, speaking to IANS, said there had never been an issue for five decades, but the new BJP govt was using it to further its 'political agenda'
CM Suvendu Adhikari backs Kolkata Airport Mosque entry ban, cites national security
LSG's Mukul, Akshat Touchdown In Manchester For Off-season Training Camp
Indian Premier League: Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Monday announced that their promising young batters, Mukul Choudhary and Akshat Raghuwanshi, have landed in Manchester for a specialised off-season training camp. The duo will train under the watchful eyes of LSG head coach Justin Langer and the franchise's strategic advisor and ex-New Zealand captain Kane Williamson. New conditions. New challenges. New learnings. Mukul & Akshat have landed in Manchester for a training camp with Justin Langer and Kane Williamson wrote LSG on their social media accounts on Monday. Both Langer and Williamson are currently in England in preparation for the upcoming season of The Hundred mens competition, where they will be in coaching capacities for the Aiden Markram-led Manchester Super Giants (MSG), a franchise also owned by LSGs parent company, the RPSG Group. Wicketkeeper-batter Choudhary, who plays domestic cricket for Rajasthan, showcased his finishing capabilities during the recent IPL season via a match-winning 54 not out to take LSG over the line in a thrilling chase against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens, though the side eventually finished at the bottom spot of the points table. In all, Choudhary made 170 runs in ten games at a strike-rate of 141.66. Meanwhile, Raghuwanshi, who represents Madhya Pradesh in the domestic cricket circuit, played three games, but could only make 29 runs. Wicketkeeper-batter Choudhary, who plays domestic cricket for Rajasthan, showcased his finishing capabilities during the recent IPL season via a match-winning 54 not out to take LSG over the line in a thrilling chase against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens, though the side eventually finished at the bottom spot of the points table. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Last month, LSG brought in left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav into their set-up for Rs 13.5 crore for next years season after trading their former captain Rishabh Pant to the Delhi Capitals. Article Source: IANS
Tea Board defers web-based auction rollout again, launch now scheduled for July 21-22
According to the revised schedule, the platform will now go live at the Kolkata auction centre from Sale 31, covering both dust and leaf teas
TTEs sell empty berths like vegetables in market: Calcutta HC
Kolkata: Holding that a section of the travelling ticket examiners (TTEs) sell unoccupied berths in trains like vegetables in a market, the Calcutta High Court asked the general managers of all railway zones in the country to ensure maximum available penalties for offenders, as such an incident resulted in the death of a drugged theft Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kolkata-based Berry Alloys to invest 1,200 crore in steel, metals complex in Vizianagaram
The State government cleared the Kolkata firms integrated plant at the Bobbili Growth Centre, to produce manganese sinter, DRI and carbon paste, and allotted 94 acres at a concessional rate
Entry To Kolkata Airport Mosque Stopped, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari Backs Move
The 136-year-old Gauripur Jama Masjid, also known as the 'Bankra Masjid', is located within Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International airport.
Suvendu Adhikari backs curbs on Kolkata airport mosque entry, cites security concerns
The location of the Kolkata international airport is critical since both China and Bangladesh are close by; it cannot keep its gates open for outsiders, said Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
Gold and silver prices today, 13 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates, along with other important geopolitical updates.
Road rage | Politics of renaming a street in Bengal
Soon after the BJP government renamed Kolkatas Suhrawardy Avenue as Gopal Mukherjee Road, there was public outcry and historical evidence that the street was originally named not after the man whom the government blames for killings, but rather the first Muslim V-C of Calcutta University. Heres why the renaming of the street marks a crucial moment in Bengal politics
Kolkata: Another FIR On Abhishek In WB
The health department cannot do anything hurriedly. Both sides, affected and the offender, will be called to listen to their versions: State health minister Sharadwat Mukherjee
Kolkata Thunder Blades Beat Pune Jaguars; Dabang Delhi Beat UP Prometheans
Taneesha Kotecha held her nerve to beat much-fancied Diya Chitale 2-1 (11-7, 11-2, 9-11) in a thrilling finish to give her side HVR Kolkata Thunder Blades an 8-7 victory in their Season 7 clash in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) in Goa.
Man Claims Bengaluru Airport Commute Took Longer Than His Flight To Kolkata, Sparks Debate
Manish Kumar Singh shared a video on Instagram while travelling by car from Bengaluru's HSR Layout to Kempegowda International Airport.
Gold, silver prices today, 12 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 18K and 999 fine silver after recent escalation of fighting between the US and Iran.
Kolkata Airport Begins Relocation of Bankra Mosque for Runway Expansion
Kolkata, July 11: Government officials announced on Saturday that the process of relocating the Bankra Mosque from the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International (NSCBI) Airport area has commenced. This decision follows years of discussions aimed at expanding the airports runway. As of Saturday, entry passes for accessing the mosque via the airport have been suspended. ... Read more Kolkata Airport Begins Relocation of Bankra Mosque for Runway Expansion
Union Minister to Honor Sanitation Workers in Kolkata on July 14
Kolkata, July 11: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Virendra Kumar, will lead a significant event in Kolkata on July 14. This occasion aims to honor sanitation workers and celebrate the third National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Day. According to an official statement, the main event and the Divya Kala Mela will ... Read more Union Minister to Honor Sanitation Workers in Kolkata on July 14
Shocking Discovery: Body of 7-Year-Old Girl Found in Nandigram, Suspects Arrested
Kolkata, July 11: A shocking incident has unfolded in Nandigram, West Bengal, where the body of a seven-year-old girl was discovered, causing widespread panic in the area. Upon receiving the report, police swiftly arrived at the scene and arrested two main suspects, including one adult and one minor. The police have registered a case under ... Read more Shocking Discovery: Body of 7-Year-Old Girl Found in Nandigram, Suspects Arrested
Bangladeshi National Arrested for Phone and Laptop Smuggling in Kolkata
Kolkata, July 11: Kolkata police arrested a Bangladeshi national on Saturday for allegedly running a cross-border syndicate involved in smuggling stolen mobile phones and laptops from Kolkata to Bangladesh. The accused has been identified as Syed Mohammad Salahuddin, also known as Dollar, from Mamudpur, Dhaka. He claimed to be an import-export businessman in Bangladesh. His ... Read more Bangladeshi National Arrested for Phone and Laptop Smuggling in Kolkata
Former TMC Councillor Arrested for Assaulting Pregnant Woman in Kolkata
Kolkata, July 11: Anjan Das, a former councillor of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) from Ward 129 of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, has been arrested along with his associate Bhola Sarkar. They face allegations of assaulting a pregnant woman, issuing death threats, and harassment, as confirmed by police on Saturday. According to the complaint filed by ... Read more Former TMC Councillor Arrested for Assaulting Pregnant Woman in Kolkata
West Bengal Chief Minister Orders Crackdown on Illegal Liquor and Drug Operations
Kolkata, July 11: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has instructed the state police to identify and dismantle all illegal liquor and drug operations within the next two weeks. The Chief Minister noted that the number of such operations has surged during the previous administration, compromising womens safety in various areas. He referenced a recent ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Orders Crackdown on Illegal Liquor and Drug Operations
West Bengal Politics Heat Up Amid BarUIPur Encounter Controversy
Kolkata, July 11: The political landscape in West Bengal is heating up following the BarUIPur incident, which has sparked intense debate over health schemes and political appointments. Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Sougata Roy has raised several questions regarding Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikaris visit to BarUIPur, the Ayushman Bharat scheme, and various political developments linked to ... Read more West Bengal Politics Heat Up Amid BarUIPur Encounter Controversy
Indian MMA Fighter Devgan Marandi Shines in International Debut, Calls for Support
Mumbai, July 11: Devgan Marandi, hailing from Godda district in Jharkhand, has made a remarkable debut in international mixed martial arts (MMA), representing India. Competing in Kolkata, he secured a swift victory against a fighter from Nepal in just 70 seconds. Prior to this international match, Devgan participated in 14 national-level MMA fights across various ... Read more Indian MMA Fighter Devgan Marandi Shines in International Debut, Calls for Support
West Bengal Accelerates Implementation of Uniform Civil Code with New Committee
Kolkata, July 11: The West Bengal government has formed a nine-member committee to study the draft of the Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026. This committee will be chaired by retired Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai. The government has issued a notification announcing the names of the other eight members. The committee, led by Justice ... Read more West Bengal Accelerates Implementation of Uniform Civil Code with New Committee
Take a street food trip across India without leaving Hyderabad
Hyderabads food scene is always buzzing with new cafes, but Chai Chakhna Company stands out by bringing some of Indias most-loved vegetarian street foods under one roof. From Mumbais famous vada pav to Bihars litti chokha and Kolkatas kachori, the cafe offers a delicious food journey across the country without leaving the city. Its affordable Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
West Bengal Chief Minister Announces 25 Lakh Compensation for Family of Murdered Youth
Kolkata, July 11: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a compensation of 25 lakh for the family of Indrajit Tanti, who was brutally murdered on July 5. The 26-year-old was killed in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas, after being wrongfully suspected in the death of a 12-year-old girl. Violence erupted in the area following the ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Announces 25 Lakh Compensation for Family of Murdered Youth
Rahul Sinha Criticizes TMC, Claims Bengal Became a Hub for Criminals Under Previous Governments
Kolkata, July 11: Rahul Sinha, a Member of Parliament from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), launched a fierce attack on the previous Trinamool Congress (TMC) government regarding law and order, health schemes, and alleged corruption in West Bengal. He stated that the BJP aims to free West Bengal from crime, violence, and anti-social activities, paving ... Read more Rahul Sinha Criticizes TMC, Claims Bengal Became a Hub for Criminals Under Previous Governments
West Bengal Government Forms Committee for Uniform Civil Code Review
Kolkata, July 11: The West Bengal government has established a nine-member committee to review and finalize the draft bill for the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) 2026. Retired Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai will chair this committee. The government issued a notification regarding this development on Friday. According to the notification from the West ... Read more West Bengal Government Forms Committee for Uniform Civil Code Review
West Bengal Police Arrest All Five Main Accused in Indrajit Murder Case
Kolkata, July 11: West Bengal police have apprehended all five main suspects involved in the murder of Indrajit Tanti, which occurred on July 5 in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas district. This incident followed the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in the area. Authorities reported that three individuals, believed to be the conspirators ... Read more West Bengal Police Arrest All Five Main Accused in Indrajit Murder Case
Kolkata, July 11: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress, former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and MP Abhishek Banerjee on Saturday while responding to various issues. He addressed topics such as adherence to court directives, investigations by central agencies, industrialization in the state, and law and order. In response ... Read more Court Orders Must Be Followed: Dilip Ghosh Urges Mamata and Abhishek to Cooperate with CBI Investigation
Two Kolkata deputy commissioners Suspended Over 2025 Remarks Against Suvendu Adhikari
The two officers suspended are Deputy Commissioner of Police III (North Division) Bidhan Saha and Deputy Commissioner of Police (Port Division II) Partha Pratim Das
Kolkata Metro Project Gains Momentum with Completion of Kidderpore-Victoria Tunnel
Kolkata, July 11: The Kolkata Metro Railway has achieved a significant milestone by completing the tunneling work for the underground section of the Purple Line between Kidderpore and Victoria. This success was marked when the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) Durga achieved a breakthrough at the proposed Victoria Metro Station. The tunneling work took exactly one ... Read more Kolkata Metro Project Gains Momentum with Completion of Kidderpore-Victoria Tunnel
Change of course at the table: Subaltern foodways are the new ideological googly in Bengal
Subaltern cuisine is gaining popularity in Kolkata's gourmet dining scene. Traditional Bengali dishes are now being re-evaluated by younger generations. This shift reflects evolving societal norms and culinary preferences. Pice hotels are experiencing renewed interest from the bourgeois class. The food scene continues to evolve with new and old flavors.
Kolkata: Suvendu Seeks Rejinagar Mandate, Promises Package
Opposition MLAs from Murshidabad, including AJUP chairman Humayun Kabir, were not invited: Reports
The Hindu's Lit for Life Unplugged launches in Kolkata with Usha Uthup and Trincas
Kolkatas Park Street was once Indias grandest stage for live music. Relive the songs, stories, and serendipitous encounters that shaped a city with singer Usha Uthup and historian Anand Puri at The Hindus Lit for Life Unplugged in Kolkata on July 19
35 arrested for mob violence after Bengal girls rape, murder
Kolkata: Five people were arrested for their alleged involvement in mob violence and an attack on police personnel following the alleged gang-rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in West Bengal, taking the total number of arrests in the case to 35, an officer said on Friday, July 10. The five were arrested during overnight Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Gold and silver prices today, 10 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates, along with other important geopolitical updates.
Three former Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MPs joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in Kolkata. Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, and Prakash Chik Baraik were formally inducted. Dev previously served the Congress and led its women's wing. She later joined TMC and was nominated to the Rajya Sabha. Their move follows recent internal unrest within the TMC party.
Kolkata experienced steady showers and overcast skies as the monsoon strengthened its hold. Several low-lying areas faced waterlogging, affecting morning rush hour traffic movement. Airlines issued travel advisories warning passengers about potential flight delays due to bad weather. The India Meteorological Department forecasts intensifying rainfall across South Bengal districts. This wet spell is expected to continue through the weekend and into early next week.
Kolkata Weather Today July 10: South Bengal is experiencing heavy monsoon rainfall which is expected to continue through the weekend. A monsoon trough and cyclonic circulation are pulling moisture inland, causing the downpour. Districts like Kolkata and South 24 Parganas will see significant rain over the next few days. North Bengal's hill districts are also on high alert for heavy precipitation. Fishermen are advised to stay ashore due to rough sea conditions.
Akshay Kumar Expresses Concern Over Rajesh Sharma's Health: 'Jaldi Theek Ho Ja Yaar'
Rajesh Sharma was admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata on Wednesday after suffering an insect bite while filming Fauji
Setback for Mamata Banerjee: Three former TMC Rajya Sabha members join BJP in Kolkata
Three former Trinamool Congress leaders formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in Kolkata. Their induction follows weeks of growing rebellion and internal turmoil within the TMC party. Sushmita Dev cited political and personal reasons for her departure from the TMC. Sukhendu Sekhar Ray and Prakash Chik Baraik also resigned from their Rajya Sabha seats. The TMC faces intensified political crisis with reports of more defections fueling speculation.
Former TMC Rajya Sabha MPs Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, Prakash Chik Baraik join BJP
Three former Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MPs joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in Kolkata. Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, and Prakash Chik Baraik had resigned from their seats. These leaders had previously quit the Mamata Banerjee-led party after election results. Their resignations created vacancies, prompting bypolls for the Rajya Sabha seats. The BJP now aims to secure all three positions in the West Bengal Assembly.
Baruipur rape not like my daughters case: RG Kar victims mother
Kolkata: My daughter was within a fully secure place, said Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape victim and West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA, on the Baruipur minors gangrape and murder case, asking people not to link her daughter to the latter. Debnath said the alleged gangrape and murder of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Veteran actor Rajesh Sharma suffered an insect bite while filming Prabhas' upcoming movie. He experienced severe pain and fever after the incident occurred on set. Sharma was then flown to Kolkata for urgent medical attention and treatment. Doctors are closely monitoring his condition as an infection spread. The AICWA has demanded an investigation into workplace safety protocols.
Gold and silver prices today, 9 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
The 8th Pay Commission begins stakeholder consultations in Kolkata today, with discussions likely to focus on fitment factor, minimum pay, pension reforms and HRA revisions. The feedback will shape final recommendations for central government staff and pensioners.
Didi Blames BJP For Attacking Her Kolkata Rally
The former CM also blamed the Kolkata Police personnel for acting like BJP workers and threatened to move the Calcutta High Court for contempt of its order for strict guidelines on Tuesday while allowing her rally.
ED freezes Trinamools bank deposits worth Rs 440 crore
Probe agencys act politically motivated, arbitrary and illegal Kolkata/New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday said it has frozen three bank accounts of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), holding deposits worth Rs 440 crore, under the anti-money laundering law following searches in an alleged funds misappropriation case. The TMC called the EDs act politically motivated, []
Bengal: Prime accused in rape-murder case killed in police encounter
Kolkata: One of the prime accused in the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in West Bengals Baruipur was killed in an alleged encounter early on Wednesday after he snatched a firearm from a policeman and tried to escape from custody during a crime scene reconstruction exercise, a senior officer said. The encounter []
Violence at Trinamoolrallyin Kolkata; Mamata accuses BJP government of allowing lawlessness
Former CM claims policefailed toprevent attacks on Trinamool workers during protest againstBaruipurminor rape and murder case
Rajesh Sharma health update: Why the actor was hospitalised during a film shoot
Actor Rajesh Sharma was hospitalized in Kolkata after a suspected insect bite during a film shoot. He developed severe pain and high fever while traveling to Kolkata from Hyderabad. Doctors are closely monitoring his condition due to a rapidly spreading leg infection. The infection has caused large blisters and is a cause for concern. His family stated he remains under close medical supervision.
Mamata Banerjee loses cool, slaps TMC worker during protest; BJP shares video
A video showed Mamata Banerjee slapping a party worker during a protest march in Kolkata. The incident occurred during a rally organized by the TMC's youth wing. Clashes erupted between BJP and TMC supporters along the protest route. Mamata Banerjee accused the police of failing to enforce court orders. The protest was held amid outrage over a minor girl's alleged rape and murder.
Video: Mamata Banerjee Slaps Man Amid Trinamool vs BJP At Kolkata Rally
The Trinamool Congress rally was regularly interrupted by jostling, pushing, and shoving between workers of the party and the BJP.
Trinamool, BJP Workers Clash At Kolkata Protest March Over Rape-Murder
During the course of the rally, agitated workers from both sides were seen getting engaged in fist fights, with security forces intervening with a mild baton charge to gain control over the situation.
ED freezes TMC bank deposits worth Rs 440 crore in Kolkata
Kolkata marks the first India launch of Eyal Nirs book BuDo for Life
Author and martial arts practitioner says the principles of the Japanese Martial Way extend beyond combat to leadership, wellbeing, and daily life
Baruipur gang-rape case: Key accused killed in encounter
Kolkata: One of the prime accused in the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in West Bengals Baruipur was killed in an alleged encounter early on Wednesday, July 8, after he snatched a firearm from a policeman and tried to escape from custody during a crime scene reconstruction exercise, a senior officer said. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Becoming Footballer Was His Dream: Cousin On Teen's Murder Near Kolkata
17-year-old Prosenjit Biswas was killed by three men who attacked him with sharp weapons and slit his throat.
ED Raids Aviation Firm Into 160 Crores Of TMC Funds Laundering Probe
The five addresses were at CR Avenue in central Kolkata, Rajarhat-New Town and adjacent areas. It included the office and residence of a businessman who owns Carewell Aviation, a private company that runs chartered jet business.
IndiGo To Launch Vijayawada-Varanasi, Kolkata Flights From Aug. 13
State tourism, culture and cinematography minister Kandula Durgesh unveiled the new routes at his camp office in Vijayawada on Tuesday.
Calcutta HC Allows TMC Rally With Conditions In Kolkata Today
The HC order came after her loyalists, represented by party MP Kalyan Banerjee, filed a writ petition on Tuesday alleging that the Kolkata Police had denied them permission to hold the rally for inconvenience: Reports
Inside the Nutcase Etc x Soka collaboration that reimagined Kolkata through cocktails
A mystery box, a walk through Lake Market and 36 hours of experimentation led bartenders from Bengalurus Soka to build a menu inspired by Kolkatas markets, forgotten ingredients and everyday conversations
