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Bengal: INS Netaji Subhas completes Yoga course for Agniveers
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) The first batch of Agniveers who were not retained after four years in service completed an 8-week certified Yoga Course conducted in accordance with the programme at INS Netaji Subhas, the Indian Navy's base in Kolkata, on Wednesday. The programme focused on promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, discipline and resilience. Certificates were awarded to the participants upon successful completion, the Navy said. This happened barely a few hours before the Union Cabinet approved the extension of Agniveers by two years. While the decision to continue in service will rest entirely with the individual, officials believe that a large number of them will do so. Taking a significant decision today, the Union Cabinet chaired by PM Shri Narendra Modi has approved a two-year Second Tour of Duty for Agniveers under Agnipath. I sincerely thank PM Modi for taking the decision of an additional 2-year Second Tour of Duty for Agniveers under the Agnipath scheme. This would also provide enrollment of all willing Agniveers as regular soldiers after the tenure of 4/6 years, who meet the selection criteria, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh posted on X. This decision is a continuation of long-term structural reforms of our defence forces, aimed at creating a younger, fitter, technologically equipped and future-ready military. It is not merely a recruitment policy; it is a way forward to prepare India's military for the changing character of warfare, he added. Over 18,300 Agniveers were to exit the armed forces over the next three months after completing their four-year term. Under the Agnipath scheme, soldiers are recruited for a four-year term, with a provision to retain only 25% of them in regular service for another 15 years. Before they are released, the soldiers, sailors and air warriors have been undergoing the yoga course and medical evaluations. The 18,300 personnel, who were to be released this year, account for three-fourths of the 24,400 recruits inducted into the Army, Air Force and Navy in the first round of recruitment. The first batch comprised around 19,000 Agniveers in the Army, 2,850 in the IAF and 2,550 in the Navy, according to official data. However, all three services have expressed satisfaction with the performance of Agniveers across roles and agreed to their retention. Officials had earlier said the scheme could be tweaked in the future to retain more Agniveers with specialised skills. The Army currently has around 270,000 Agniveers, the IAF around 27,000 and the Navy roughly 21,000, the officials said. The government had introduced the Agnipath model in 2022 in a marked departure from the military's decades-old recruitment system. The idea was to maintain a younger and fitter fighting force.
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AFC Women's CL: East Bengal Take a Beating But Stay in Knockout Race
East Bengal suffered a 1-4 defeat against South Korea's Hwacheon KSPO in their second AFC Women's Champions League group match in Kolkata. Despite an early lead through Fazila Ikwaput, Hwacheon dominated the second half, scoring three goals to secure the win. This loss puts East Bengal in a precarious position ahead of their final group match against DPR Korea's 4.25 SC.
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Bengal: SIT arrests second accused in UNESCO-tagged fake Durga Puja pass scam
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Kolkata Police on Wednesday night arrested a senior corporate official in connection with the multi-crore fake Durga Puja pass scam involving UNESCO-tagged festival tours. The arrested individual, identified as Dhrubojyoti Basu, is a top executive of Mass Art, the corporate entity through which the fraudulent passes were allegedly marketed and sold. Basu was named in the initial First Information Report (FIR) and had been absconding since last week following the arrest of former West Bengal Tourism Minister Indranil Sen. Basus arrest marks the second major action by law enforcement in the ongoing probe, following the detention of Sen, a singer-turned-politician. According to police sources, while Mass Art was officially headed by Sens wife, Madhuchhanda Sen, the entity operated as the brainchild of the former minister and Basu. Investigators allege that the duo established a complex corruption network through the organisation to monetise unauthorised passes under the guise of UNESCO festival access. Madhuchhanda Sen has also been named in the FIR. However, she secured anticipatory bail from the Calcutta High Court and remains out of custody despite undergoing two rounds of interrogation. Authorities confirmed that the couple's daughter, Averi Sen, along with corporate entities linked to her, remain under active financial and administrative scrutiny. Indranil Sen, currently in police custody, is undergoing daily marathon interrogations by the SIT. Investigators have questioned nine other individuals in connection with the case, including Madhuchhanda Sen. Sen is scheduled to be produced before a lower court in Kolkata on November 10. Police officials stated that the SIT is actively gathering forensic and document-based evidence to counter potential bail applications during the upcoming court hearing. The case is being investigated through parallel probes by the Kolkata Police and the Enforcement Directorate (ED). City police sleuths originally took Sen into custody outside the EDs Salt Lake office in the northern outskirts of Kolkata last week.
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Use of technology for greater road safety discussed at IIT Madras
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) The use of Geospatial data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enable advanced road safety interventions came up for discussion during a fireside chat with Justice Abhay Manohar Sapre, former judge, Supreme Court of India, and chairman, Supreme Court Committee on Road Safety (SCCoRS), and Sanjay Bandopadhyay, member, SCCoRS at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Wednesday. The event brought together students, practitioners and innovators, who explored India's road safety challenges and the role of technology in addressing them. The key causes of road crashes, including overspeeding, drunk driving, wrong-side driving, jumping red lights, mobile phone use while driving, unsafe overtaking and driver fatigue and stress, were highlighted by Justice Sapre. He also spoke on the importance of applying first-principles thinking to develop effective solutions. The Road Safety Innovation Hub, developed by the Government of Tamil Nadu with RBG Labs, was also introduced during the session as a platform for students, researchers and entrepreneurs to share, test and advance their ideas. The Road Safety Innovation Hub often works alongside academic partners like the Centre of Excellence for Road Safety at IIT Madras to design, test, and deploy new technologies and data-driven solutions for safer roads. Its core focus area is creating data-backed safety interventions, smart mobility tools, low-cost engineering fixes, and emerging safety technologies to reduce traffic crashes and fatalities. It aligns with similar state and national deep-tech frameworks in India such as Odisha's design-thinking capacity programs and IIT Delhi's Bharat Safety initiative to scale tech-driven road safety. According to data shared in Parliament by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), 1,77,177 people were killed in road accidents in India in 2024. This was a 2.3% increase from the previous year. This effectively means that nearly 485 people die due to road accidents in India every day, and the toll is about 20 per hour. Data reveals that the number of deaths has gone up over the years. While 1,68,491 people were killed in 2022, the toll was 1,72,890 in 2023. About 46.2% of those killed are two-wheeler riders, while 20.6% are pedestrians. About 66.1% of those killed are in the productive age group of 18 to 45 years, while those aged between 18 and 60 make up 83.3%.
Discover Yourself Workshop in Kolkata: Participants Share Their Experiences of Inner Transformation
The three-day Discover Yourself (DYS) Workshop facilitated by Sadathullah Khan, was held at the Aliah University Auditorium, Park Circus Campus, Kolkata, from October 17 to 19, 2026. The workshop was organised by The Sirri Saqti Foundation (TSSF). The workshop brought together the participants to explore self-awareness, the distinction between mind and heart, the influence of [] The post Discover Yourself Workshop in Kolkata: Participants Share Their Experiences of Inner Transformation first appeared on .
First batch of 46th Indian expedition to Antarctica embarks for Maitri
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) The first batch of 16 members of the 46th Indian Scientific Expedition to Antarctica (46-ISEA) has embarked on its journey, the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), a laboratory under the Ministry of Earth Sciences said on Wednesday, officials said. The team will be carrying forward India's commitment to advancing polar science, exploring the icy frontiers and strengthening our understanding of Antarctica, it added. The team comprises scientists and researchers from across the country. Among them is Athira A.S., a research scholar at the ICARCentral Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT) in Kochi. She will be stationed at the Maitri Research Station in Antarctica to undertake research on microbial diversity in the Antarctic terrestrial ecosystem. Her research forms part of the project titled Contaminant Load Evaluation in Antarctic Natural Systems (CLEAN-ANT) (ISEA-63), coordinated by NCPOR. The collaborative research initiative between NCPOR and ICAR-CIFT brings together expertise in polar research, aquatic microbiology and environmental microbiology. Athira's research will focus on Actinomycete Diversity in Antarctic Soil, with the objective of isolating and characterising actinomycetes from Antarctic soil samples to assess their diversity and distribution under the extreme environmental conditions of the Antarctic terrestrial ecosystem, a statement from ICAR-CIFT said. Actinomycetes are a group of prokaryotic organisms classified as bacteria, characterised by their filamentous structures and ability to decompose complex organic materials, particularly in soil and marine environments. They are significant components of the microbial community, especially under conditions of high pH, temperature, or water stress. A key component of the study is to explore the potential of these microorganisms to produce bioactive compounds, particularly antimicrobial substances, including antibiotics, the institute said. Actinomycetes are an important group of microorganisms known for their ability to produce biologically active natural compounds. Investigating their diversity in the relatively unexplored Antarctic environment could provide valuable insights into microbial adaptation and help identify microorganisms with potential novel bioactive properties. The findings are expected to enhance understanding of microbial diversity in Antarctic terrestrial ecosystems and contribute to research on extreme-environment microorganisms as potential sources of novel bioactive compounds. Athira's participation in this prestigious national scientific expedition marks an important milestone for ICAR-CIFT in expanding its research activities into polar microbial biodiversity and bioprospecting, ICAR-CIFT has said. Two meteorologists from Shillong in Meghalaya will also be part of the expedition. Partik Kumar and Dheeraj Chaudhary, from the IMD's Meteorological Centre in Shillong, will represent the department in the polar mission. Data collected from that region will help track climate variability and weather patterns across the world. The focus of 46-ISEA is Climate Change and its signatures in Antarctica. While NCPOR operates two year-round stations, Maitri and Bharati, in Antarctica for scientists to carry out research activities, reaching them is restricted between November and March (in the next calendar year), due to its peculiar geographic position.
Sunday PropTech acquires 89-room hotel in Kolkata, marks entry into city
Sunday PropTech Ltd marks a significant milestone with its inaugural acquisition of an 89-room hotel in Rajarhat. This venue will be included in its emerging mid-premium Clubhouse brand, bolstering its footprint in eastern India. Given its advantageous proximity to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, it appeals to business travelers. The company plans to revamp and reposition the hotel, while also identifying additional investment prospects in West Bengal.
Calcutta HC bars Bengal SEC from announcing KMC poll schedule till ward delimitation case verdict
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) A division bench of the Calcutta High Court said on Wednesday barred the West Bengal State Election Commission (WBSEC) for announcing the schedule for the forthcoming polls for the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) till the time the court pronounces the judgment in the case, challenging the delimitation of wards in Kolkata civic body is announced. The polling for seven urban civic bodies in West Bengal, including KMC and Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC), is likely to take place in the last week of December, and the results are expected to be announced in the first week of January next year. Before that the delimitation of the wards in KMC had been announced, increasing the number of wards to 209 from the previous figure of 144. Meanwhile, the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) approached the Calcutta High Court challenging the delimitation process. In the petition filed by CPI-M leader and former party Councillor Dipu Das, she claimed that despite some serious objections to the new ward delimitation being raised and a proposal was mooted for a 'spot visit' and a public hearing in the area to get the opinions of the citizens, no importance was given to those objections and proposals. The petitioner also claimed that several aspects, including the population and geographical location of the wards, were not properly considered in the delimitation exercise. She even claimed that this move was made to give benefits to a specific party. Initially, the matter was heard at the Calcutta High Court's single-judge bench of Justice Hiranmay Bhattacharya. However, instead of passing any specific order in the matter, Justice Bhattacharya directed all parties concerned to file affidavits in the matter. Thereafter, the petitioner approached the division bench of Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharya and Justice Arjun Roy challenging the order of the single-judge bench. The petitioner contended that if the WBSEC would announce the schedule of the KMC before a clear judgment in the matter, her petition would not have any relevance. The matter came up for hearing at the division bench on Wednesday. At the end of the hearing, that division bench said that the WBSEC should not announce the schedule of the KMC polls till the court pronounced its verdict in the matter.
Bengal: Rs 1.40 crore recovered from Kharagpur station; one arrested
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) Rs 1.40 crore was recovered from Kharagpur station in West Midnapore district on Wednesday, an official said. The money was being brought from Tatanagar in Jharkhand to Howrah in West Bengal. Before it reached its destination, it was caught by the Government Railway Police (GRP). A passenger has also been arrested in connection with the incident. According to a Kharagpur GRP official, the incident took place in the morning. Rahul Soni was travelling from Tatanagar to Howrah by taking the Jan Shatabdi Express. When the train stopped at Kharagpur station, the GRP personnel on duty became suspicious after seeing his movements. He was standing on platform number seven in Kharagpur with one bag on his back and two bags in his hand. According to the official, Rahul tried to escape as the GRP personnel advanced towards him. However, he was finally caught. As the GRP personnel started questioning him, Rahul started giving incoherent answers. This further increased their suspicions. Finally, as soon as they started searching his bag, the GRP personnel on duty found bundles of Rs 500 notes in the bag. A total of 280 bundles of notes were recovered from him. Rahul could not give a satisfactory answer about where this huge amount of cash came from. Therefore, the Kharagpur GRP detained him and informed the Income Tax Department. Later, he was also formally arrested. Superintendent of Railway Police (Kharagpur) Jayanta Mukherjee said that the passenger is being interrogated to find out the source of this huge amount of money. According to the GRP official, the arrested person's house is in Howrah. During interrogation, he admitted that he was bringing the money from Tatanagar to Howrah. However, it is still not clear from whom in Tatanagar he was bringing the money and for what purpose. There are reports of such cash being recovered from the Howrah station premises from time to time. Many people are also caught for not being able to show the source of the cash. This time, more than one crore rupees in cash was recovered from Kharagpur station. Incidentally, shortly before this news came to light, Diamond Harbour Police had also recovered more than one crore rupees from a Trinamool Congress party office in Sarisha of South 24 Parganas district.
ISL 2026/27: Mohun Bagan look to guard home turf as Odisha eye breakthrough
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) With nine points from four matches, former winners Mohun Bagan Super Giant will look to consolidate their position on top of the standings in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2026/27 when they host Odisha FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Thursday. While the Mariners have made a strong start, Odisha have managed two points from their opening three outings and are hoping to gain their first full points. Thus, both teams have a lot to play for in the early season clash. The Mariners have shown ruthless efficiency in recent weeks, recovering from an early setback to string together three consecutive victories. Their latest 2-1 win over Punjab FC highlighted the quality of their attacking options, with Lee Erwin and Dejan Drai both finding the back of the net. Adding to Odisha FC's defensive concerns is the return of Australian striker Jamie Maclaren, who is back in the squad after recovering from injury. Maclaren famously dismantled the Juggernauts with a four-goal masterclass the last time these two sides met at the Salt Lake Stadium, in a 5-1 host victory. Head coach Panagiotis Dilmperis wants his side to show intent from the opening whistle. The team should start from the first second with more concentration and more aggressiveness, he said. Dilmperis also acknowledged the responsibility that comes with being at the top of the table, adding, I don't know if this is a fact that is going to give us confidence, but for sure it will make us more responsible. Bagan will be without Sahal Abdul Samad, who suffered a knee injury against Punjab FC, and Miguel Figueira, who scored the winner against Sporting Club Delhi in the Mariners' first victory of the season. Odisha FC, meanwhile, will look to build on consecutive draws against Inter Kashi and NorthEast United FC. Head coach TG Purushothaman has acknowledged the need for more creativity in midfield and a sharper attacking approach, but believes his side can take confidence from its defensive improvement. After keeping a first clean sheet against NorthEast, Odisha will need to maintain that discipline against the league leaders. Purushothaman underlined the importance of the fixture, saying, It is a survival match. We have to play like that to handle this match. He also pointed to the experience of facing NorthEast United as preparation for the challenge ahead: So, we know how to deal with all the situations right now, and we are confident about this. With Mohun Bagan seeking a fourth consecutive win and Odisha desperate to get their campaign moving, both sides have plenty at stake in Kolkata.
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IFL 2026/27: Samaleswari SC set for historic home debut against Dempo SC
Digital Desk | Rourkela, Nov 4 (IANS) Samaleswari SC will make their home debut as they face Goan heavyweights Dempo SC in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026/27 season at the Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium in Rourkela on Thursday. Playing their debut campaign, Samaleswari SC showed a good account of themselves in their first-ever match, going down 2-3 narrowly to former I-League champions Gokulam Kerala FC in Kozhikode after conceding in the seventh minute of injury time. Argentine forward Pereyra Diaz emerged as the standout performer against Gokulam Kerala, constantly testing the opposing goalkeeper with sharp efforts before converting his late penalty, while winger Sahil Harijan provided a persistent spark with his driving runs and chance creation down the left flank. Head coach Abdul Azim Siddique, with a squad featuring 14 players with Indian national team experience across levels alongside a strong local contingent, highlighted how hosting IFL matches in Rourkela will provide a vital platform for organic talent in the state. I am very happy that the IFL is here in Rourkela because the organic talent developed in Odisha previously did not have a platform and had to go to Kolkata or other states to play, Samaleswari SC head coach Abdul Azim Siddique said. Under the vision of our chairperson Jayanarayan Mishra to develop Odisha football, we have 10 players from Odisha in our squad, including five graduates from the Maa Samaleswari Sports Academy in Sambalpur, alongside local talents like Vicky Oram, Roshan Panna, Samir Murmu, and Sahil Harijan, he said. Speaking on the balance of his roster and the significance of playing 10 home matches in the state, Siddique added, Because the competition at the national level is very high, we have also brought in five foreign players; two of whom have represented their countries and 14 players who have represented India at the national level. Playing home-and-away matches across the country is the best way to develop football. There is a big difference between watching on television and watching in the stadium, and this platform will inspire the next generation of local players to reach the Indian national team, he added. Samaleswari SC midfielder and former India U-17 FIFA World Cup captain Kiyam Amarjit Singh echoed his coach's call for the local fans to back the team on their home bow. Having the IFL take place for the first time in Rourkela and Sambalpur is a great platform for football in the region, Kiyam Amarjit Singh said. When fans come to the stadium to support us and see local Odia players competing alongside foreign signings from countries like Argentina and Ghana, it builds a strong sporting culture. We are grateful for the support on our opening home matchday and hope the fans turn out in numbers to back the team. Dempo SC travelled to Odisha with a dramatic victory in their first match of the season. The Golden Eagles secured a 1-0 win over debutants FC Bengaluru United in Fatorda, courtesy of an eighth-minute stoppage-time header from Ghanaian defender Uzziel Yaw Asomaning Budu. Despite dominating possession for large spells, Dempo had to wait until the final moments to break down a resolute Bengaluru defence, a testament to their persistence. Budu proved to be the decisive figure, not only anchoring the defence but rising highest to head home the stoppage-time winner, while Bagkar provided a constant creative spark with his probing runs down the left flank and goalkeeper Bhattacharjee made a crucial second-half intervention to secure the clean sheet. Guided by head coach Samir Naik, the Goan outfit is looking to become more clinical in front of goal while showing full respect to a resilient Samaleswari side. Overall, the entire team played well in our opening game; we had good ball possession, created several chances, and stayed organised defensively to get the three points, Dempo SC head coach Samir Naik said. We know we can do better in converting our opportunities. Some of the new players take a little time to adjust, but I strongly believe we have players who can change the game on their own, and I have full trust that we will improve with every match. Assessing the challenge posed by Samaleswari SC and the travel to Rourkela, Naik added, All teams in this league are equal, and there are no favourites. Samaleswari were 2-0 down in their first match, fought back to 2-2, and only lost in injury time, and they have good players who have proven themselves at the ISL level. It was a long journey for us to get here, though the playing conditions are quite similar to Goa, and as professionals we are ready. Aside from Amay Morajkar, who trained individually today and will be assessed tomorrow, the squad is fit, he added. Dempo SC defender Pruthvesh Pednekar reiterated the positive mood in the dressing room ahead of their first away test. Everyone is working hard in training, and the mood in the camp is very positive after getting the three points in our first game, Pruthvesh Pednekar said. In the opener, we controlled possession well and kept pushing until the final minute to get our reward. We are fully focused on executing the coach's plan tomorrow and fighting to bring home all three points. Statistically, the match brings together two sides that were involved in stoppage-time drama on the opening weekendSamaleswari conceding a 90+7th-minute winner after scoring twice in the final 15 minutes (75' and 90'), and Dempo netting the latest goal of Matchday 1 in the 98th minute (90+8'). Dempo also demonstrated strong control on the ball in their opener, commanding 70 per cent possession and stringing together nearly 250 passes in the first half alone, whereas Samaleswari proved dangerous in the second half after the hour mark, generating a flurry of shots on target to erase a two-goal deficit. With Samaleswari SC eager to mark their historic Odisha home bow with their first points of the campaign, and Dempo SC looking to build on their dramatic opening-day victory, Thursday's clash in Rourkela promises a compelling contest.
This Gurgaon couple bought a car for family road trips with their parrot
Asanka and Monisha, who relocated to Gurugram from Kolkata, purchased a pre-owned Toyota Urban Cruiser. They sought a car that could accommodate long road trips and their pet parrot, Jelly. Prior to buying, Asanka ensured the vehicle was inspected and serviced at a Toyota service center. By choosing a pre-owned model, they saved 7-8 lakh compared to purchasing a new one.
Sugar prices jump Rs 4/kg in a month, rise Rs 12-13 over year despite supply steps
Sugar prices in India have risen significantly over the past month in both retail and wholesale markets. Retail prices have now reached Rs 59.50 per kg while wholesale prices stand at Rs 55.40 per kg. Kolkata has the highest retail price at Rs 65 per kg followed closely by Delhi at Rs 64. The government is implementing measures to manage supply, including stock limits and imports. India produced 8.
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Sugar Prices Rise Over Rs 4 per Kg in a Month
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West Bengal Forms SIT to Investigate Controversial Encounter in Samserganj
A five-member SIT has been established in Kolkata to investigate the police encounter of murder suspect Samiul Sheikh in Samserganj. West Bengal Forms SIT to Investigate Controversial Encounter in Samserganj
ED raids Kolkata businessman's residence, office in hawala-linked money laundering probe
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials on Wednesday conducted search operations at the residence and office of businessman Shyamal Byapari in Kolkata's suburban Kamalgazi area as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation linked to an alleged hawala network and cyber fraud proceeds. According to the ED, the search operation began at around 7 a.m. based on a case registered in Guwahati. The agency carried out simultaneous raids at the businessmans residence under the Narendrapur police station limits and his office premises. Investigators suspect that illicit funds generated through cyber fraud were routed through a business network operating under the guise of legitimate rice trade activities. Officials alleged that substantial sums were laundered through hawala channels and that the accused was involved in financial irregularities amounting to several crores of rupees. The searches are aimed at gathering digital evidence, financial records and other crucial documents that could help trace the flow of funds and identify other individuals linked to the network. The agency is also examining several bank accounts suspected to be connected to the transactions. According to sources, these accounts could be frozen if evidence of illegal activities emerges during the investigation. ED officials are probing whether cyber fraud proceeds originating in Guwahati were funnelled through the Bengal-based business entity and subsequently circulated through hawala channels. The latest action comes weeks after the ED conducted searches at multiple locations in Kolkata in connection with an alleged investment fraud case. The agency has intensified its scrutiny of financial crimes and money laundering networks operating in the state. The ED's investigation is to find out how the cyber fraud money from Guwahati was circulated through a Bengal-based business entity through hawala and who else is involved in the ring.
IIHM Scot Malt Tour 2026: Taking Hospitality Education Beyond Borders
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], November 4: Hospitality education in India is evolving beyond conventional classroom learning, and the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), Asia's largest chain of hotel schools, is taking this transformation across international borders. Through experiential learning in hospitality and strong industry partnerships, IIHM continues to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world application. Reflecting its philosophy of High Tech, Higher Touch, the institution is redefining hospitality education by creating opportunities for students to learn directly from global industries and explore career possibilities beyond traditional hotel operations.
Blue Heaven Brings Festive Beauty Experiences to Kolkata
India : Blue Heaven, one of Indias leading homegrown beauty brands from the house of Esme Consumer, celebrated the spirit of Durga Puja in Kolkata with immersive on-ground beauty experiences inspired by the citys festive tradition of Durga Puja ki SajDhaj. Marking the brands third Makeup Party edition and its continued collaboration with quick-commerce platform []
5-member SIT formed to probe October 27 encounter killing in Bengals Samserganj
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) West Bengal Police have formed a five-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the encounter killing of Samiul Sheikh, a murder accused, at Samserganj in Murshidabad on the afternoon of October 27. As per the police version, Sheikh, one of the three accused in the murder of a local BJP leader, Sujit Mondal, was taken to the scene of the crime for recreation of the crime scene, when he tried to escape after snatching the firearm of an escorting police officer. The police claimed that as he fired a few rounds of bullets towards the escorting cops, an inspector present at the spot resorted to counter-firing, in which Sheikh was killed. Now, a five-member SIT has been constituted to probe the encounter matter on the state government's direction, as confirmed by the Deputy Inspector General (Murshidabad Range), Ajeet Singh Yadav, to the media persons. First, an official notification on the formation of the SIT was announced, and subsequently, the five-member SIT was constituted. The SIT will be headed by the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Deibyendu Tamang. The other four members of the SIT are Swarup Biswas, Abhijit Sarkar, Nilesh Chandra Sarkar and Mithun Halder. While Biswas is an inspector-rank officer, the other three are in the ranks of sub-inspectors. To recall, Sujit Mondal, a local BJP leader and a resident of the Old Dakbanglo area of Samserganj, mysteriously disappeared on August 28. His dismembered body was later recovered. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had then said that Mondal was killed with a meat-cutting knife. The police later arrested the three accused, namely Samiul Sheikh, Tajkira Bibi and Johnny Sheikh. Of the three, Sheikh was killed in the police encounter on October 27. The murder case also sparked allegations of police negligence. Mondal's wife, Sumana Mondal, alleged that despite repeatedly approaching the local police station after her husband's disappearance, she received no assistance. The incident led to disciplinary action against several police officials, including suspensions, transfers and departmental inquiries. The Chief Minister then termed it a 'major blunder'.
SIT probing ex-Bengal Minister Indranil Sen case expanded, four more officers included
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 4 (IANS) Additional officers have been included in the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Kolkata Police probing Indranil Sen, former West Bengal Tourism Minister and former Minister of State for Information and Cultural Affairs, in connection with his alleged involvement in the multi-crore fake Durga Puja pass case linked to UNESCO-tagged festival tours. An insider from the city police said that when the SIT was initially constituted, it had five members, and the number has now been increased to nine. The four new officers from the city police are experts in anti-forgery operations. It is learnt that, in addition to the main fake Durga Puja pass case linked to UNESCO-tagged festival tours, the investigating officers have found specific clues about Sen's involvement in tendering irregularities in both the state tourism and information and cultural affairs departments, which has widened the scope of the investigation. That is why, the city police insider said, the number of investigating officers in the SIT has been increased. The SIT members are already in touch with the two state government departments to procure the necessary documents required to carry forward the investigation against Sen, a singer-turned-politician. Sen, who is currently in police custody, is being questioned by the investigating officers for marathon hours daily. Apart from that, the SIT members have questioned nine other people in the matter, the most important of which is his wife, Madhuchhanda Sen, the owner of Mass Art, the entity through which the fake Durga Puja passes were allegedly sold. Sen is supposed to be presented at a lower court in Kolkata on November 10. The city police insider said that before the court visit, the investigating officers are trying to gather as much evidence-based information as possible to prevent the former minister from getting bail in the case. The Kolkata Police and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) have been conducting parallel investigations into the alleged scam involving passes for UNESCO-tagged Durga Puja tours. The Kolkata police arrested Sen after he came out of the ED's Salt Lake office on the northern outskirts of Kolkata last week.
Gold and silver prices declined in India on 4 November, ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali 2026. Check the latest retail rates of 24K, 22K gold and 999 fine silver across major cities, along with domestic and international market trends.
Domestic gold prices stood at Rs 1,39,890 per 10 grams on Wednesday morning, while silver was priced at Rs 1,80,800 per kg.
Posters showing Rahul Gandhi dozing off in Parliament surface in Kolkata
Putting up posters in such bad taste against someone who holds a national-level office is unacceptable, West Bengal Congress leadership says
Christian groups to march on November 5 in Kolkata to protest mob attacks
According to All India Christian Council, a total of 65 incidents of violence, harassment, and vandalism have been recorded since May; however, first information report has been lodged only in 15 cases
Defeated netas have come together, conspiring to spread anarchy: Suvendu
Sharadwat seeks independent agency probe into Swasthya Sathi scam
Old Kol phanush flyers run between govt depts for nod
BJP netas union rift brings cargo ops to a halt at Petrapole
Birth registers at police stations delay birth cert clearance
Garia burglars audacity captured in CCTV footage sends shockwaves among locals
Venice winner Anuparna Roy seeks resignation of SRFTI VC and revocation of students rustication
Cannes winner Anuparna Roy seeks resignation of SRFTI VC and revocation of students rustication
Calcutta High Court on Free School Street fire
50 offices stay shut in fire-hit building behind Writers, officers suspect short circuit
Dip in gold, silver prices adds glitz to jewellery mkt in festive season
Kolkata advocate attacked after refusing puja subscription demand
In a first, KMC engineers join cops to inspect stability of Kali Puja pandals
Met predicts dry Diwali and cooler nights ahead
Walong Day Commemoration commences with wreath-laying ceremony
Digital Desk | Kolkata/Itanagar, Nov 3 (IANS) The 64th Walong Day Commemoration commenced in Arunachal Pradesh with a wreath-laying ceremony paying homage to the brave hearts of the historic Battle of Walong in 1962. The event featured traditional welcomes and vibrant performances by the Mishmi and Meyor tribes, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Arunachal Pradesh. The celebrations featured the flag-off of Battlefield Treks and the inauguration of the Lt. Bikram Singh Football Tournament, honouring the valour and supreme sacrifice of the heroes. Participants from across the country will trek until November 12, ahead of Walong Day, which is commemorated on November 14. The formation also conducted the Walong Half Marathon 2026, themed 'Run for the Bravehearts Remember Walong', at Lohit Valley on October 27, 2026. Both events honour the valour and supreme sacrifice of the heroes of the Battle of Walong in 1962. During this famous battle, outnumbered and under-equipped Indian troops resisted the Chinese advance into Arunachal Pradesh for nearly a month. It was during the Battle of Walong that the Indian soldiers carried out their first attack on the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA). The battle began on October 21, 1962, with the PLA launching an attack on the Kibithu Post, about 40 km from Walong. Two platoons of Indian troops were attacked by nearly 3,000 PLA soldiers armed with AK-47s, and backed by artillery support. Realising that Kibithu could no longer be held, the 6 Kumaon were ordered back to Walong on October 22. A day later, the Delta Company of 6 Kumaon, under Lt. Bikram Singh Rathore, ambushed the Chinese at a small hanging bridge across the Namti Nullah, about 5 km from Walong. The attack resulted in 200 casualties and injuries to the Chinese side. After this success, the unit was ordered to the West Ridge, overlooking the Walong Landing Ground. The Chinese reinforced and sent an entire infantry division towards Walong. On October 14, the 6 Kumaon launched a fierce attack and captured several Chinese defences in Walong. This was the war's only operation in which Indian troops actually attacked the Chinese, instead of defending territory. The attack continued till November 15, with the Indian forces pushing back the Chinese, despite receiving no artillery or aerial support. On November 16, a large contingent of PLA troops attacked about 100 men of the 6 Kumaon's Delta Company under Lt. Rathore, who had been ordered to hold on to the post till 11 am. The brave officer and his troops continued to repulse continuing attacks by heavily armed PLA soldiers, paying a heavy price. The Chinese had artillery support, but the Indians refused to give up the West Ridge. This continued till well after the deadline of 11 am. The Chinese then fanned out and attacked the defenders from three sides, the other one being a sheer cliff. The brave Kumaonis fought on even after their ammunition ran out. They engaged the PLA troops in hand-to-hand combat till being overwhelmed by sheer numbers. The Indian troops were ordered to withdraw from the West Ridge and the Chinese took control of Walong. However, the Indian troops had held them back long enough, making their further progress difficult. The PLA started withdrawing after the Chinese declared a unilateral ceasefire on November 21. Today, several war memorials stand at Walong. The most significant among them are the Walong War Memorial, Helmet Top Post War Memorial, and the Kibithu Hut of Remembrance Memorial.
Calcutta University fills all 187 vacant BTech seats in single campus round
Thane mans organs saves 3 lives after brain death in Kolkata
42 rare golden coin turtles seized in Howrah
Ghum Winter Festival to mark 27 years of DHRs Unesco heritage status
State signs MoU with NBCC for city and riverfront revamp: Minister
Kolkata Police inducts 4 horses, eyes Republic Day parade
RBI starts 3 surveys to capture inflation expectations, consumer confidence
Reserve Bank on Tuesday announced three key surveys to capture inflation expectations of households and gauge consumer confidence in the country- the studies that provide input for bi-monthly monetary policy. The central bank has announced the launch of the November 2026 round of the Inflation Expectations Survey of Households (IESH). The November 2026 round of the survey is being launched. The survey aims at capturing subjective assessments on price movements and inflation, based on their individual consumption baskets, it said. The study will be conducted across 19 cities -- Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi and Thiruvananthapuram. In another statement, the RBI said the Urban Consumer Confidence Survey seeks qualitative responses from households regarding their sentiments on the general economic situation, employment scenario, price level, households'
Posters of Rahul Gandhi Napping Appear in Kolkatas Salt Lake
Posters depicting Rahul Gandhi napping in Parliament have surfaced in Kolkata, raising questions about accountability and political rivalry. Posters of Rahul Gandhi Napping Appear in Kolkatas Salt Lake
Indian Navy Rescues Iranian Vessel From Somali Pirates 3,000 Km From Mumbai
The Indian Navy has rescued an Iranian fishing vessel and all 20 crew members from Somali pirates, over 3,000 km from Mumbai.The 48-hour operation involved INS Kolkata, aerial surveillance, Marine Commandos and an IAF C-17 aircraft.Why was the vessels movement eastward a major security threat?Watch: https://youtu.be/H5hQcc9wx2M
Former Bengal minister Indranil Sen booked under WBMPO Act after seven sections of BNS
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) Former West Bengal Tourism Minister and former Minister of State for Information and Cultural Affairs, Indranil Sen, who had been accused and arrested by the Kolkata police for his alleged involvement in a fake Durga Puja pass case linked to UNESCO-tagged festival tours, had also been booked on Tuesday under a particular section of the West Bengal Maintenance of Public Order (WBMPO) Act, 1972, besides seven sections under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. Sources from the Kolkata police aware of the development, said that Sen, a singer-turned-politician, had been booked under Section 9 of the WBMPO Act, 1972, which relates to penalty for subversive acts, where a person committing any subversive act can be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to ten years, or with fine, or with both. Legal analysts say that the development would bring further trouble for the former Minister considering that he had already been booked under seven sections of the BNS, 2023, Section 316 (criminal breach of trust), Sections 336(2) and 336(3) (forgery and forgery for cheating), Section 338 (forgery of valuable security and other specified documents), Section 318 (cheating), Section 61(2) (criminal conspiracy), and Section 340(2) (using a forged document or electronic record as genuine). According to preliminary findings, financial irregularities involving several crores of rupees allegedly took place between 2022 and 2025 in the name of UNESCO and Durga Puja celebrations through Mass Art Society, a corporate entity owned by Sen's wife Madhuchhanda Sen. Investigators have also found indications that the former Minister allegedly withdrew substantial sums from various organisations in the name of UNESCO by using his influence, the sources added. The investigating officers of the city police are currently examining other angles in this massive financial forgery, including the floating and use of shell companies to divert funds. Sen is currently in police custody, and he will be presented at a lower court in Kolkata again on November 10. The Kolkata Police and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) have been conducting parallel investigations into the alleged scam involving passes for UNESCO-tagged Durga Puja tours. The Kolkata police arrested Sen after he emerged from the ED's Salt Lake office on the northern outskirts of Kolkata last week.
East Bengal lose to Al Seeb in AFC Champions League Two
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) East Bengal FC conceded two late goals to suffer a 0-2 defeat against Al Seeb Club (Oman) in their fourth AFC Champions League Two 2026-27 Group D match at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata, on Tuesday. It was a big blow to the Indian Super League (ISL) champions' hopes of making it to the knockout stage. With this result, the Red and Golds have now slipped to the bottom of the group with two points from four games. Al Seeb are now in third place with four points. Al Shorta SC lead the way with seven, followed by Al Hussein with five. The latter two will meet later in the evening in Jordan. After a tepid opening half, Axel My broke the deadlock in stunning fashion in the 85th minute before Zahir Al Aghbari sealed the victory for the Oman club in the first minute of stoppage time. The home side dominated the opening proceedings with Bipin Singh Thounaojam firing wide from the edge of the box in the fourth minute before Dani Ramrez sent a low effort just wide after a neat passing move from captain Mohammed Rashid, wrote the AIFF on its website. Despite seeing defender Anwar Ali forced off by injury in the 17th minute, the Indian Super League champions continued to press with Edmund Lalrindika threatening, while Ramrez headed Bipins cross narrowly wide. Al Seeb finally got their act together just after the half-hour mark when Abdul Aziz Al Maqbalis through ball released My into the box, but the Gaboneses low drive was comfortably saved by East Bengal goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpa. Ramrez then missed another opportunity in the 39th minute, controlling Lalrindikas cross before dragging his effort wide of the far post as the score remained goalless going into the break. Al Seeb came back rejuvenated in the second half, with My wasting another effort in the 49th minute, sending his header just over the bar following Mohammed Al Musalamis layoff from a corner. East Bengal responded in the 55th minute through Lalrindika, whose header from Sandip Mandis cross narrowly missed the target, while Augustine Oladapo could not find the target from distance after seeing his effort just miss the right post. The Omani side looked more likely to score with Omer Al Malki forcing Lachenpa into a reflex save from inside the six-yard box in the 76th minute, before sending his follow-up effort just wide of the left post. Al Seebs persistence finally came to fruition in the 85th minute after Hassan Al Ajmi recycled the ball back to My, who turned past his marker before unleashing a powerful drive past a rooted Lachenpa. Al Aghbari closed Al Seebs account in first-half stoppage time after collecting My's long cross from the left, completing the counter-attack with a fine finish into the bottom right corner. East Bengal will next face Al Hussein SC on Matchday five on November 24 in Kolkata before finishing the group stage in Iraq against Al Shorta on December 8.
East Bengal's Knockout Stage Hopes Dim After Al Seeb Defeat
East Bengal suffered a 0-2 defeat against Oman's Al Seeb Club in their fourth AFC Champions League 2 group match in Kolkata. Two late goals in the 85th minute and stoppage time sealed their fate, pushing them to the bottom of Group D and significantly impacting their knockout stage aspirations.
Dawid Malan named Venice Livewires captain; KC Cariappa joins squad for Italia T10
Digital Desk | Venice, Nov 3 (IANS) Venice Livewires have strengthened their squad ahead of the upcoming Italia T10 League with the signing of Indian leg-spinner KC Cariappa, while former England international Dawid Malan has been appointed captain of the franchise. The twin announcements mark an important step in Venice Livewires' preparations for the competition, bringing together international batting experience and specialist bowling talent. Dawid Malan, one of Englands most accomplished white-ball batters, will lead the side. Known for his consistency, composure and ability to perform under pressure, Malan brings considerable international and franchise cricket experience to the leadership role. His appointment is expected to provide stability and direction to the team as they prepare for the fast-paced T10 format. KC Cariappas inclusion adds variety and depth to the bowling department. The Indian leg-spinner has experience in the Indian domestic circuit and the Indian Premier League (IPL), having represented franchises including Kolkata Knight Riders and Kings XI Punjab. Recognised for his variations and ability to challenge batters, Cariappa will add another dimension to the Venice Livewires bowling attack. With Malan taking charge as captain and Cariappa joining the squad, Venice Livewires are building a competitive combination for the upcoming Italia T10 League. The franchise is focused on assembling a balanced squad featuring experienced international cricketers and emerging talent, with the ambition of making a strong impact in the tournament. The latest announcements underline Venice Livewires intent to build a competitive team while contributing to the growing popularity of cricket in Italy and across the European sporting landscape. Italia T10 League is Italy's first city-based franchise cricket competition, scheduled to run from November 18 to 29, 2026, in Rome. Officially backed by the Italian Cricket Federation (FCI) and recognised under the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI), the Italia T10 features six city-based teams. Among the other teams in fray, Napoli Knights, which will be captained by England legend James Anderson alongside Luke Sutton; Rome Gladiators, which will be led by Babar Omar and feature players like Chris Gayle, Anthony Joseph Mosca, Ahmed Daniyal and Will Smeed. Brescia Lions will feature Mohammad Hafeez, Johnson Charles, and Mian Muhammad Asif Nadeem. Milan Icons is the sixth team in the competition.
Kolkata: Rahul Gandhi's 'sleeping posters' surface in Salt Lake
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) Parts of Salt Lake in the northern outskirts of Kolkata, on Tuesday, were flooded with posters featuring pictures of Congress leader and the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi taking a nap when the House was in session. The posters also carried a slogan -- Desh Ki Neta Aisa Ho? (Should the country have a leader like this). However, it is still not clear who put up such posters, and no individual or group has claimed responsibility for it. The said posters depicted two separate pictures of the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha. In one picture, Rahul Gandhi is seen sitting with his hands on his cheeks, and his eyes closed during a session of the Parliament. In another picture, he is seen sitting in a reclining position with his hands on the seat within the House. The message conveyed through the poster is that Rahul Gandhi was sleeping inside the Parliament when the House was in session. The development surfaces at a time when Rahul Gandhi is spearheading a movement at New Delhi, uniting all the opposition forces against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voters' lists in the country as well as demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), on the other hand, had started a counter campaign throughout the country under the aegis of Save Democracy, Eliminate Anarchy. On Monday, a mega rally on this count was organised in Kolkata, which was led by the BJP President Nitin Nabin. At the end of the rally, Nabin addressed a gathering and said that just as West Bengal had been freed from the misrule of Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress in the Assembly polls earlier this year, now Delhi too needs to be freed from Rahul Gandhi quickly. On Tuesday, a similar rally was organised at Siliguri in Darjeeling district, which was led by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. On Tuesday, the Chief Minister said that the Election Commission of India (ECI) is trying to eliminate illegal infiltrators from the voters' list while Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi were trying to protect them.
ISI Conclave: AI, Data Crucial For Policy
Educationists and policy experts at the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) in Kolkata emphasised the critical need for developing a robust database, leveraging modern technology and artificial intelligence, to enhance effective policymaking. The two-day conclave, featuring prominent speakers like Prof S Mahendra Dev, highlighted the ongoing transformation in official statistics and the importance of public trust and research.
Inauguration of Agartala Tea auction centre is a big boost to Tripura tea industry
Producers are happy at substantial lowering of transport costs, timely delivery By Ashis Biswas KOLKATA: In Tripura, the fledgling tea industry received a major boost a few days ago with the inauguration of Agartala Tea Auction Centre (ATAC) the fifth such unit in India. State Chief Minister Mr Manik Saha, while thanking [] The post Inauguration of Agartala Tea auction centre is a big boost to Tripura tea industry appeared first on Northlines .
Iran Praises India After Navy Destroyer INS Kolkata's Daredevil Rescue Op Saves 20 Iranian Sailors
India has pulled off a daredevil rescue. Over 48 hours, the Indian Navy and Air Force tracked, contained and stormed the hijacked Iranian vessel Azini, freeing all 20 crew without a single casualty. MARCOS commandos were airdropped from a C-17, seized guns and ammunition were laid out on deck, and INS Kolkata stood guard. Iran has publicly thanked India. And the timing is delicious: India says INS Kolkata suffered no major damage in the PNS Hunain collision and kept sailing, while Pakistan told a different story. Today the destroyer stands as living proof. Why did the pirates matter? A hijacked boat can become a floating launchpad for attacks on merchant ships. Watch our full explainer on how India neutralised that threat, what Tehran said and why this mission is a blue-water message to the whole region. Like, share and subscribe to stay ahead on defence news. Turn on all notifications for fast, fearless and fully factual coverage of Indias armed forces.
Air Pollution Alert: Delhi's AQI At 'Hazardous' 341; Kolkata Breathing In 'Unhealthy' Zone
Check the latest AQI readings and air quality categories for six Indian cities.
Bengal govt official held while accepting bribe in North 24 Parganas
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the West Bengal Police on Tuesday arrested an official of the West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (WBSEDCL) after catching him red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000 in New Barrackpore of North 24 Parganas district, officials said. According to the ACB, the official was accused of accepting bribes for installing a new electricity connection and transformer. According to ACB officials, the arrest followed a written complaint lodged by a local resident, who alleged that the official had demanded Rs 20,000 to facilitate the installation of a new electricity connection and a 315 KVA transformer in the area. Acting on the complaint, ACB officers conducted a verification exercise and laid a trap. As part of the operation, the complainant met the accused official at a pre-arranged location on Tuesday and handed over the money. The ACB team immediately intervened and apprehended the official while allegedly receiving the bribe. The entire amount was recovered from his possession. Following preliminary investigations, a case has been registered against the accused under relevant provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act. Investigators are now examining whether other individuals were involved in the alleged bribery network or if the accused was acting on behalf of a larger group. The arrest was made based on a case registered under various sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as amended by the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018, and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, an official said. The latest action comes a day after the ACB arrested a suspended sub-assistant engineer of Raghunathpur Municipality in Purulia district in connection with multiple corruption allegations. The probe involves alleged corruption, misappropriation of government funds, irregularities in municipal works and suspected irregularities related to government land.
Bengal CM announces healthcare and tourism sectors development
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) The West Bengal Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, on Tuesday, chaired an administrative review meeting at Siliguri in Darjeeling district in the northern sector of West Bengal and made a host of announcements for the overall development of the healthcare and tourism sectors in the hill regions in North Bengal. The Chief Minister announced that the foundation stone of Kalimpong Medical College & Hospital will be laid on December 9, 2027. In addition to that, we have decided to carry out extensive repairs, modernisation and infrastructural improvements to the sub-division and district hospitals of Darjeeling, Kurseong, Kalimpong, Mirik and Siliguri, the Chief Minister said. According to the Chief Minister, strengthening the health infrastructure in North Bengal will ensure access to improved medical services for thousands of people staying in the region, and they will not have to move elsewhere to get proper treatment facilities. He also announced the approval for a 21-kilometre ropeway project connecting Darjeeling and Kurseong. According to him, once this ropeway project is operational in mountainous areas, it will not only relieve the problem of severe traffic congestion but will also make travel much easier and more enjoyable both for the residents and the tourists from home and abroad. The Chief Minister, at the administrative review meeting, also gave directions to complete the repair and renovation work of all government tourist lodges in the region at the earliest. He also gave a green signal to the proposal to upgrade the Lebong Ground into a modern stadium of international standards to develop the talent of the sports-loving youth of the hills. The Chief Minister also announced an allocation of Rs 19 crore for the beautification, infrastructural transformation and regular maintenance of the sacred and historical Mahakal Temple premises in Darjeeling. Thanking the Chief Minister for these announcements, the BJPs Lok Sabha member from Darjeeling, Raju Bista, said that the expansion of communication systems, health services, sports and spiritual tourism will create employment opportunities for the local youth and completely transform the economic landscape of North Bengal.
Wanted Cyber Fraudster Arrested at Kolkata Airport While Attempting to Flee to Dubai
A wanted cyber fraudster was apprehended at Kolkata Airport while trying to escape to Dubai, facing multiple charges in Karnataka. Wanted Cyber Fraudster Arrested at Kolkata Airport While Attempting to Flee to Dubai
Three burglars allegedly broke into a Kolkata businessman's home hours after his wife shared a picture wearing a Rs 5 lakh birthday necklace on social media. They spent around 50 minutes ransacking the empty house, using birthday cake to cover CCTV cameras and stealing cash, jewellery and imported liquor worth Rs 9 lakh.
Three burglars allegedly broke into a Kolkata businessman's home hours after his wife shared a picture wearing a Rs 5 lakh birthday necklace on social media. They spent around 50 minutes ransacking the empty house, using birthday cake to cover CCTV cameras and stealing cash, jewellery and imported liquor worth Rs 9 lakh.
Three burglars allegedly broke into a Kolkata businessman's home hours after his wife shared a picture wearing a Rs 5 lakh birthday necklace on social media. They spent around 50 minutes ransacking the empty house, using birthday cake to cover CCTV cameras and stealing cash, jewellery and imported liquor worth Rs 9 lakh.
Old Image Falsely Linked to INDIA Bloc
The image dates back to 2019 and shows visuals of a Left Front rally in Kolkata, West Bengal.
IPL 2027: Punjab Kings Hold The Edge In Race To Seal Hardik Pandya Trade Deal
Indian Premier League: Punjab Kings (PBKS) have edged ahead of others in the race to secure the services of Hardik Pandya via a trade deal with Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of the November 17 retention deadline for the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. IANS understands that apart from PBKS, who have been very aggressive in vying for Pandya, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have also been in the running to acquire the premier seam-bowling all-rounder. Yes, this is true that as of now, Punjab Kings have their noses ahead to get Pandya. If all falls in place, as per the verbal discussions between the top management of the two teams, the formal paperwork to complete Pandyas trade can start soon and then the approval from the IPL officials will be sought, a source tracking the development told IANS on Tuesday. Under the proposed swap, IANS understands that if Pandya goes to PBKS, left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh and wicketkeeper-batter Vishnu Vinod are likely to head to MI. Arshdeep is currently in New Zealand, where he is part of Indias fast-bowling attack in the five-match ODI series that starts in Auckland on Wednesday. Vinod, meanwhile, was part of the MI set-up in IPL 2023 and played four games for them. PBKSs rivals in the race to get Pandyas services have appeared to fall behind. KKR, who need a new captain following Ajinkya Rahanes retirement, did reach an advanced stage in talks with MI over Pandyas trade. But three-time winners KKR were not willing to part with their core players, and the talks did not result in a deal. RR, the inaugural edition winners, have also been keen to get Pandya by offering to send Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravi Bishnoi to MI in exchange, but there has not been much progress. LSGs attempts to get Pandya did not make much headway. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) were also said to have shown early interest, but it did not develop further. If the MI-PBKS trade goes through, the Shreyas Iyer-led side will gain an all-rounder in Pandya who is capable of winning games with both bat and ball. MI, on their part, would get a marquee Indian left-arm fast bowler who can bowl in all phases, as well as add another Indian wicketkeeping option. If somehow the MI-PBKS trade talks dont materialise, Pandya will not mind playing another year at MI, possibly under Rohit Sharmas captaincy, before the mega auction happens next year, another source tracking the deal told IANS. It is also understood that if the Pandya deal is done, PBKS are looking to add left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan in exchange for Australias seam-bowling all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, whose role could shrink with his addition to the set-up. Pandya, a member of India winning 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cups, led Gujarat Titans (GT) to the IPL title in 2022 during a successful two-season stint before returning to MI in an all-cash trade ahead of IPL 2024. His three seasons as MI captain brought little success. MI, the five-time champions, finished fourth in 2025, but were at the bottom of the points table in 2024 and ended at ninth spot in 2026. It is also understood that if the Pandya deal is done, PBKS are looking to add left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan in exchange for Australias seam-bowling all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, whose role could shrink with his addition to the set-up. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
SMP Kolkata Dy. Chief Engineer Recruitment 2026
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMP Kolkata) has released the official notification for the post of Dy. Chief Engineer. The online application process will begin on 03 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 02 December 2026. Candidates can apply through the official website, smp.smportkolkata.in.
