Kolkata Man Kills Ex-Girlfriend's Dogs, Shows It To Her On Video Call
The woman immediately contacted a local man and asked him to check on the flat. Upon arrival, the man found both dogs dead, with blood splattered throughout the flat.
Kolkata South MP Faces Protests in Home Turf
Tollygunge residents accuse the MP of demanding money for housing; Roy denies wrongdoing and alleges attempts to create unrest.
New Imphal-Silchar flight service to boost Manipur's air connectivity
Digital Desk | Imphal, Nov 15 (IANS) In a move aimed at strengthening regional air connectivity, improving accessibility and providing greater convenience to air travellers, flight services on the Imphal-Silchar (Assam)-Imphal route will commence from November 24, officials said on Sunday. An official of the Manipur government said that the state Transport Department has initiated the process for the commencement of flight services on the Imphal-Silchar-Imphal route with effect from November 24. He added that the service would operate twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, under the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) Scheme of the Manipur government. The flights will be operated by Alliance Air under the VGF arrangement between the airline and the state government. The official noted that with the addition of the Imphal-Silchar-Imphal sector, the state's VGF scheme would now cover four routes -- Imphal-Guwahati, Imphal-Dimapur, Imphal-Kolkata and Imphal-Silchar. The new flight service is expected to provide an additional and convenient travel option for the people of Manipur, strengthen air connectivity with the Barak Valley region of southern Assam and facilitate easier access for trade, commerce, education, healthcare and other essential activities. The initiative is also expected to contribute to promoting economic activities, improving regional mobility and fostering stronger economic and social linkages between Manipur and neighbouring areas. Meanwhile, the Manipur government has earlier repeatedly urged the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) to intervene to bring down the steep airfares on routes connecting Imphal and ensure the introduction of additional flights to ease the difficulties faced by air travellers. Additional Chief Secretary Anurag Bajpai had earlier held a series of meetings with the Civil Aviation Secretary and senior officials of the Ministry, drawing their attention to the civil aviation-related challenges faced by the people of Manipur. During the meetings, Bajpai highlighted that exorbitant airfares charged by airlines, including IndiGo, Air India Express and Alliance Air, were causing considerable hardship to passengers. He said that air ticket prices on Imphal-connected routes were reportedly five to six times higher than those prevailing in other Northeastern states. Bajpai, who holds the Transport, Textiles, Commerce and Industry departments, also added that the government guidelines on airfare capping were not being followed on routes connecting Imphal. He also highlighted that the number of aircraft operating on these sectors had declined since October, further aggravating the connectivity-related difficulties faced by the people. He also told the Union Civil Aviation Ministry that Alliance Air had discontinued services on several important routes, including Imphal-Silchar, Imphal-Aizawl and Imphal-Dibrugarh, and urged the Ministry to take necessary steps to facilitate their immediate revival. In addition, the state government requested the Centre to reconsider the inclusion of these routes under the UDAN (Regional Connectivity Scheme-RCS-UDAN), citing strong public demand and the need to improve affordable air connectivity in the region. The Manipur government has said that improved air connectivity is essential for facilitating the movement of people, strengthening trade and commerce, and ensuring better access to education, healthcare and other essential services, particularly in view of the state's geographical location and connectivity challenges. The proposed resumption of the Imphal-Silchar-Imphal flight service is expected to provide another important air link for the people of landlocked Manipur while strengthening connectivity with southern Assam.
Kolkata Tiigers sign Rajat Mundhe and Krushna Gawali for ISPL 4
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 15 (IANS) India legend Sachin Tendulkar advised young cricketers to strike the right balance between technology and natural instincts in cricket as he suggested that technology should complement a cricketers preparation but should not hamper them in their instinctive decision-making on the field. Tendulkar was present at the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 4 Player Auction on Sunday in Mumbai and is also a member of the ISPL Core Committee. Speaking on the sidelines of the auction, the Master Blaster gave important suggestions to the young cricketers. Technology should be an enabler, not a distraction. Use it while practising, but when you step onto the field to compete, trust your natural instincts and allow your subconscious mind to take over, Tendulkar said on the sidelines of the auction. In cricket, a batter has very little time to process information when a bowler is running in. You can have your game plans in place, but once you are out in the middle, it is important to keep a clear mind and back yourself to react instinctively. Technology can help you to a certain extent, but ultimately, you have to trust yourself. That is when you perform at your best, Tendulkar added. Apart from him, Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar, Minal Amol Kale, Suraj Samat, and Head Selectors Jatin Paranjape and Pravin Amre, alongside Tiigers of Kolkata franchise co-owners Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, were also present at the event. The 2011 World Cup winner also highlighted the importance of grassroots cricket, which gives chances to players to make their name further. He also spoke about ISPLs role in identifying and nurturing emerging talent from across the country. Talent is like flowing water. You may be able to stop it temporarily, but you cannot block it forever. Irrespective of whether a player comes from the biggest city or the smallest town, talent will always find its way. With ISPL, we are making every effort to ensure that the selection process is transparent and fair, where performances are rewarded, he said. Citing the example of Vivek Shelar, who earned a place in the Maharashtra squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, following his impressive performances in ISPL Season 3, Tendulkar said, This is fantastic news for ISPL and a sign that we are moving in the right direction. I believe this is just the beginning, and we will continue to produce more players who make us proud. The Master Blaster shared another message for the young cricketers and urged them not to allow growing expectations and responsibilities to take away the enjoyment of playing. The most important lesson is to keep things simple and never forget why you first picked up a cricket bat or ball. As you progress, ambitions, expectations and responsibilities grow, and somewhere along the way, the pressure can take away the joy of playing the game. I realised this during an injury break when I was playing practice matches at smaller venues in England. It struck me that, amidst all the training, discipline and responsibilities, I had almost forgotten to enjoy the game. My advice to all the players here would be to keep things simple, express yourselves on the field and never let the child in you who fell in love with cricket get lost along the way, he added.
Bengal: Man accused of shooting cop killed in Birbhum encounter
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 15 (IANS) Ratan Sheikh, the prime suspect accused of shooting a police constable in Birbhum district last week, was killed in a police encounter on Sunday afternoon, marking the fifth such incident in West Bengal since July. According to Birbhum district police insiders, officers received a tip-off that Sheikh was hiding in a brick kiln in Charkol village, located within the Nanoor police station limits. A police team rushed to the location to execute an arrest. As the police team reached the spot, the accused fired, targeting the cops. The cops had to retaliate in self-defence, and Ratan was injured in that retaliatory police firing. He was rushed to a local hospital, where the doctors declared him dead, a police official stated. The operation followed an incident on the evening of November 13, when local police attempted to apprehend Sheikh in the Like Bazar area of Bolpur-Shantiniketan. During that raid, Sheikh opened fire and escaped, critically injuring police constable Biswajit Das. Constable Das is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Kolkata, where Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari previously visited him to review his condition. Police records indicate that Sheikh, a resident of Santa village in Nanoor, was a repeat offender with 35 criminal cases pending against him, ranging from illegal possession of firearms to drug trafficking. Although he had been arrested previously, he secured bail prior to the November 13 raid. Sunday's incident is the fifth fatal police encounter in West Bengal since July: July: Prabhas Mondal, accused of raping and murdering a six-year-old girl in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas, was killed after allegedly snatching an officer's weapon during a crime scene reconstruction. October: Prahlad Das, accused of the rape and murder of a 17-year-old girl in Gaighata, South 24 Parganas, died in retaliatory police firing during an attempted escape. October: Samiul Sheikh, arrested for the murder of a BJP worker in Samserganj, Murshidabad district, was killed in a separate police encounter on the same day. November 8-9: Dilip Roy, the prime accused in the alleged rape and murder of a minor girl in Raiganj, North Dinajpur, was shot dead when he opened fire on officers attempting an arrest.
Bengal CM issues warning to criminals following fifth police encounter
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 15 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari asserted on Sunday that law enforcement agencies will not remain silent if attacked, following the state's fifth police encounter in recent months. Adhikari reiterated his administration's strict stance against violent crime, stating that there is no place for rapists and murderers in West Bengal. There is no place for rapists and murderers in Bengal. If you shoot the police, they will do whatever they want. Goons, flee to Bangladesh. If you stay here, I will do whatever I want, Adhikari declared, adding that the police have been granted a free hand to make spot decisions when confronted. The Chief Minister's remarks followed the death of Ratan Sheikh, an accused criminal who was killed in a police encounter on Sunday afternoon in Birbhum district. Sheikh had been hiding in a brick kiln in Charkol village, located in Nanoor, when a district police team tracked him down based on intelligence inputs. According to police insiders, Sheikh opened fire on the approaching officers, prompting return fire in self-defence. Sheikh was injured in the exchange and later pronounced dead after being rushed to a local hospital. The incident stems from a November 13 operation in the Like Bazar area under the Bolpur Shantiniketan police station, where officers attempted to arrest Sheikh. During that raid, Sheikh managed to escape after firing at the team, critically injuring police constable Biswajit Das. Constable Das is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Kolkata, where Adhikari visited him earlier to review his condition. Police records indicate that Sheikh, a resident of Santa village in Nanoor, was a notorious figure in the region with 35 criminal cases pending against him, ranging from illegal possession of firearms to drug trafficking. He had been arrested previously but secured bail, leading to the latest attempt by law enforcement to apprehend him. The encounter marks the fifth such fatality in West Bengal since July of this year, following the administration's pledge that criminals would face strict action.
Protests Erupt During Chhath Puja Event in Kolkata, MP Mala Roy Faces Backlash
MP Mala Roy encounters protests during Chhath Puja in Kolkata, with demonstrators accusing her of political coercion. Protests Erupt During Chhath Puja Event in Kolkata, MP Mala Roy Faces Backlash
Calcutta HC: Mizoram's scrapped Kolkata land sale was 'regime revenge'
Mizoram must now sign over the old Mizoram House plot in Ballygunge to the Rs 38.3 crore buyer within eight weeks. What the court said, why the ZPM government cancelled the sale, and what it means for Mizos in Kolkata.
Bengal CM announces welfare measures for tribal community in Jhargram
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 15 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a comprehensive package of housing, employment, and land rights initiatives for the tribal community during a visit to Jhargram on Sunday. Attending a government program in Shilda to celebrate Janjati Gaurav Diwas on the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, Adhikari vowed that his administration will ensure every resident in the district receives a concrete roof, eliminating all thatched housing. I was still seeing a lot of tin houses and tile houses from the sky. We will not build any more mud houses in Jhargram. I have kept my promise. You will get jobs according to your qualifications. That is also my responsibility, Adhikari told the gathering. The Chief Minister launched a scathing attack on the previous Trinamool Congress government and his predecessor, accusing them of neglecting the tribal community. He specifically criticised former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging past tokenism during visits to north Bengal. Adhikari also highlighted political differences, pointing out that the opposition voted against President Droupadi Murmu in the presidential election while Prime Minister Narendra Modi elevated her to the nation's highest office. He added that his current cabinet includes the highest number of tribal MLAs. Addressing administrative irregularities, Adhikari said the previous regime issued fake Scheduled Tribe certificates. He said his administration had already identified and cancelled 73 fraudulent ST certificates before arriving in the district, and that it would not permit any further fake certificates. On land ownership and resource development, the Chief Minister handed over land patta ownership deeds to 770 tribal members. He noted that the state government is simultaneously felicitating 8,000 fishermen across West Bengal and working to secure tap drinking water access for every household in Jhargram district. During the visit, Adhikari laid the foundation stone for 137 development projects and formally inaugurated 51 completed projects across the district.
Inaugural champions head into auction with Season 3 Best Batter Saif Ali retained and title-winning Captain Cool, Prathamesh Pawar newly appointed coach
Heavy Rain Forecast for South Bengal Due to Developing Cyclonic System in Bay of Bengal
A new low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal is expected to bring heavy rain and storms to Kolkata and South Bengal starting Wednesday. Heavy Rain Forecast for South Bengal Due to Developing Cyclonic System in Bay of Bengal
Mamata Banerjee govt favoured a single minority community: Bengal CM
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 15 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress and his predecessor Mamata Banerjee on Sunday, accusing the former administration of pampering only one specific minority community while ignoring others. Speaking at a Sikh community event ahead of Guru Nanak Jayanti, Adhikari said the previous government viewed minorities through a single lens. For the Trinamool Congress and the former Chief Minister, only one particular community represented the entire minority community. But Sikhs, Jains and Parsis are also part of the minority community, Adhikari told reporters. Praising the Sikh community for their nationalist sentiments, Adhikari asserted that his administration treats all religious minorities equally. He added that the previous regime focused exclusively on Muslims under the banner of minority welfare. The Trinamool Congress strongly rejected the allegations. A party spokesperson defended Mamata Banerjee's tenure, stating that development proposals for the Sikh community are well-documented in state records. Mamata Banerjee always believed in the unity of all religions and followed that path. She never indulged in divisive politics, as is being done by her successor, the Trinamool leader said. Political analysts note that Adhikari's remarks reflect the Bharatiya Janata Party's broader narrative accusing the opposition of appeasement politics. In the recent assembly elections, Adhikari defeated Mamata Banerjee by a margin of over 15,000 votes in the Bhabanipur constituency, an area with a substantial population of Sikh and Jain voters who strongly supported his campaign.
Sarfaraz Khan, SKY, enjoys mutton curry after thrashing Hyderabad
Cricketers Sarfaraz Khan and Suryakumar Yadav relished a hearty meal of rich mutton curry and rotis after an intense opening match between Mumbai and Hyderabad in Kolkata in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). A video of Khan and Suryakumar sitting together with other people at the prestigious Jadavpur University campus has gone viral 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 .
Todays Gold Rate November 15: Gold prices steady in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on November 15
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Trinamool MP criticises CM Adhikari for praising Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 15 (IANS) Four-time Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha member and senior advocate, Kalyan Banerjee, on Sunday, launched a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, over the latters recent statement praising Left leader and former CM late Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee. Last week, while addressing a programme in Gokulnagar in East Midnapore district, CM Adhikari described Bhattacharjee as a good man in a wrong party and also said the late former Chief Minister was very honest in his personal life. He was a very good person. But the party that he belonged to is bad, CM Adhikari said. CM Adhikari also described how cordial his relationship is with Bhattacharjees widow, Mira Bhattacharjee. A few days ago, she fell ill. I went to visit her, CM Adhikari said. Notably, Mira Bhattacharjee has in the past expressed appreciation for Adhikari's industrialisation push and said she believed he could realise some of her late husband's unfinished industrial development goals for the state. However, on Sunday, Kalyan Banerjee, one of the leading faces in the minority faction in Trinamool Congress led by former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, launched a scathing attack against the CM for the latters praising statements about Bhattacharjee and also attacked the late CPI(M) leader in an unprecedented manner. Bhattacharjee is now very close to the hearts of Adhikari. Bhattacharjee was the leader in all attacks unleashed by the CPI(M) workers when he was the head of the state. Whatever some people might say about Bhattacharjee, the truth is that most of the atrocities against common people took place when he was heading the state. Bhattacharjee was also the police minister. How can we forget the events of mass killings during this regime? He was the hero of all the murderers in CPI(M). Even though he has died, all these facts should be said. It is a different matter that he was honest in his personal life. But mentally, he was thoroughly dishonest, said Kalyan Banerjee while speaking to a section of the media persons. However, he also clarified that whatever he said was his personal observation and not that of his party. CPI(M) leader Satarup Ghosh described Kalyan Banerjee's comments as the latters drunken delirium and said that there was no necessity to give any importance to such statements.
Consumer spending on ITC's Savlon, Nimyle to double in medium term
Consumer spending on Savlon and Nimyle, the two brands acquired by diversified conglomerate ITC Ltd in the health and hygiene segment, is expected to more than double to cross Rs 2,000 crore in the medium term, driven by product innovation, portfolio expansion and deeper market penetration. Post their acquisitions, both brands have registered a multi-fold growth under ITC's ownership and together have crossed Rs 1,000 crore in consumer spends, growing at over 20 per cent annually, according to industry experts. ITC bought Savlon from Johnson & Johnson in February 2015 and has scaled up the brand nearly nine-fold over the past decade, while Nimyle, from Kolkata-based Arpita Agro Products in June 2018, has grown eight-fold in around seven to eight years since its acquisition. We expect the runway ahead to be just as exciting as the distance we've covered, ITC Divisional Chief Executive, Personal Care Products Business, Sameer Satpathy told PTI. He said acquisitions should be ...
Woman Accuses TMC Leader and Nephew of Sexual Assault in Kolkata
A woman in Kolkata alleges sexual assault and intimidation by a TMC leader and his nephew after refusing to withdraw a complaint. Woman Accuses TMC Leader and Nephew of Sexual Assault in Kolkata
Cyclone Threat: IMD Predicts Heavy Rain In South Bengal, Thunderstorms In Kolkata
A cyclonic storm forming over the south Bay of Bengal will bring heavy rain to some districts of West Bengal from November 19 to 21, the India Meteorological Department said on Sunday. The weather system, which lay over the southeast and
Man Held In Delhi For Kolkata Murder Over Marriage Demand
A 26-year-old man, Dharamvir Kumar, wanted for the murder of a woman in Kolkata, was arrested in Delhi near Anand Vihar ISBT. He allegedly strangled the victim, whom he met on an online gaming platform, after she insisted on marriage. The arrest was a result of a joint operation between Delhi and West Bengal Police.
Mamata regime was more like Bangladesh govt, says Manjinder Sirsa in Bengal
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 15 (IANS) Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, who is currently on a visit to West Bengal, on Sunday took a jibe at the previous Mamata Banerjee-led government in the state, saying that it functioned more like the government of Bangladesh. Speaking to IANS, Sirsa said, The previous government under Mamata Banerjee was more like the government of Bangladesh. It was marked by appeasement, dynastic politics and looting. One family looted Bengal with both hands. That is why the people here brought about a change. According to him, the BJP government is now bringing changes into people's lives in Bengal. Those involved in extortion are being sent to jail, and no one is being spared. The biggest thing is that the dignity of the people of Bengal has been restored, he asserted. Sirsa added that there has been a major check on incidents that hurt people's religious sentiments. Today, everyone can celebrate their religious occasions freely. Currently, so many people, mothers and sisters, are celebrating the Chhath Puja here, which had become a crime under the regime of the previous Mamata government, he said. Meanwhile, Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh alleged that corruption took place across various Central government schemes during the previous Trinamool Congress regime. Around 12,500 beneficiaries who received Rs 1,20,000 each under the Awas Yojana ('Banglar Bari') scheme were found to be ineligible. We have issued letters seeking the recovery of the funds. If they fail to return the money, legal action will be taken, he warned. Ghosh also hit out at Trinamool Congress-Mamata MP Abhishek Banerjee after the latter accused the police of filing fresh FIRs against him. At that time (previous regime), the police used to work on their orders. They (party leaders) encroached upon and occupied the road. Now, as the police are taking action against it, they are accusing the force of working on the BJP's orders. If you have a complaint against anyone, go ahead and file it, he told reporters. On Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's visit to a hospital to meet police personnel who sustained gunshot injuries, the Bengal Minister said, For many years, atrocities were being committed against the police in Bengal due to which the morale of the police was low. That is why law and order was shaky. If the police do not remain safe, do not get respect, and do not have the authority to work, then how will the administration function properly? Our government has given a free hand to the police. Those still attempting to intimidate the police won't be spared, he stated.
I Will Definitely Appoint Rinku Singh: Former India Opener Picks Kolkata Knight Riders' Next Captain
Former India opener Abhinav Mukund has shown his support and has backed Rinku Singh to become Kolkata Knight Riders' next captain ahead of IPL 2027.
GSI puts Lonar meteorite crater on global geological heritage map
Kolkata creator earns Rs 3.06 lakh from 5 deals, still unpaid
Sayantika Bhowmick shared her earnings from five brand collaborations during October 2026. She decided to limit her work commitments to enjoy the Durga Puja festivities. Her total income from the collaborations amounted to Rs 3.06 lakh, but payments were still pending. Bhowmick discussed her negotiation strategies and varying rates for different brands in her Instagram video. Her financial transparency inspired many viewers and provided insights into influencer income realities.
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U-19 boys team of Kol school wins CBSE natl chess tourney
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BJP factions fight over ghat control
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Bengal: Online gaming money dispute behind Baranagar womans murder
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 14 (IANS) A dispute over money linked to online gaming led to the murder of a 26-year-old woman in North 24 Parganas district's Baranagar earlier this week, police investigators revealed on Saturday after a local court remanded the prime accused to 10 days of police custody. The accused, Dharamvir Kumar, who had fled West Bengal following the murder, was arrested from another state on Friday and brought back on transit remand. He was produced before the Barrackpore court on Saturday, where investigators sought his custodial remand for further questioning and to reconstruct the crime scene. According to the police, the victim, Anjali Sau of Dunlop, and Kumar met around three years ago while playing the online game PUBG in group sessions. The two gradually grew close and would occasionally meet at a flat in Shitalamata Lane under Ward No. 17 of Baranagar Municipality, which belonged to Anjali's sister and brother-in-law, who currently reside in Serampore in Hooghly district. Preliminary interrogation of Kumar indicates that a substantial sum of money was deposited in Anjali's gaming account, and an argument over sharing those funds is suspected to have triggered the murder. Investigators stated that while the probe has made significant headway, further custodial questioning is required to determine the exact financial dispute and ascertain whether any other motive was involved. Police had recovered Anjali's body from the Baranagar flat last Tuesday. Suspicion immediately fell on Kumar after CCTV camera footage from the premises captured him entering the flat on Tuesday and leaving in the afternoon. Meanwhile, the victim's family has alleged in their complaint that gold ornaments and Anjali's mobile phone were missing from the flat following the incident. Police are verifying whether the valuables were taken by the accused after the murder.
IWL 2026/27: Juanitas double powers Sethu Madurai to 2-1 win over Kickstart FC Karnataka
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 14 (IANS) Juanita Aguadzes brace, including a second-half penalty, helped Sethu Madurai start their campaign in the Indian Womens League (IWL) 2026/27 with a 2-1 victory over Southern rivals Kickstart FC Karnataka at the Kalyani Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday. Ghanaian Juanita Aguadze scored twice for Sethu (18', 67'), but was also responsible for Kickstarts only goal of the game, an own goal in the 24th minute. Kickstart FC Karnataka controlled possession to begin with, making inroads with some neat interplay in midfield. Despite having the better share of opportunities, they couldnt break the deadlock. Sethu captain Malavika looked particularly impressive on the counter-attack, creating chances down the right wing at the other end. The forward set up the opening goal of the game, picking out Juanita, who fired her effort into the top corner to give Sethu the lead in the 18th minute. Kickstart responded within six minutes, drawing level from a corner courtesy of an own goal from Juanita. The game settled into an evenly matched contest after the goals, with possession shared almost equally and both sides probing in midfield. Each team created half-chances, but there was nothing to separate them heading into the break. Sethu began the second half positively, cranking the intensity up a notch. Juanita had a couple of opportunities to double her tally for the day, but was kept at bay by Aiswarya Arumugam in the Kickstart goal. The Ghanaians industry eventually paid off as her marauding run down the left wing resulted in Musken Subba being brought down in the box. Juanita made no mistake from the spot as she doubled her tally to put Sethu back in the lead in the 67th minute. Sethu grew into the game even further and kept pushing for a third goal. They created a few chances to settle the contest, but the finishing touch eluded them. With time running out, Kickstart threw players forward in search of an equaliser, only to find Sethus defence well organised and in control. Nira Chanus long-range attempt was the closest Kickstart came to finding the leveller. Sethu stayed composed through the closing minutes and held on for a 2-1 win, taking all three points on the opening day of their campaign. The IWL 2026/27 action continues on Monday, November 16, with NITA Football Academy facing BBFS Garhwal United FC at the Kalyani Stadium.
Sethu Madurai Kick Off IWL Season With Victory
Sethu Madurai secured a 2-1 victory over Kickstart FC Karnataka in their Indian Women's League 2026-27 season opener in Kolkata. Ghanaian forward Juanita Aguadze scored both goals for Sethu, while also being responsible for an own goal for Kickstart.
Police book app cab passenger, driver for Garia door crash
85-year-old falls prey to card swap fraud at Patuli ATM
Opposition parties, civil rights groups come together to save voters rights in West Bengal
The new platform calls for a mass convention in Kolkata on November 21, invites other parties and people whose names were unlawfully removed from electoral rolls to take part
TMC, CPM & Cong share stage with civil society orgs against SIR deletions
CM visits injured constable, says suspect would be arrested soon
3,700 Cops Deployed As Kolkata Gears Up For Chhath Puja Across 124 Sites
Like every year, entry is strictly prohibited at Subhash Sarobar and Rabindra Sarobar as per the NGT order. 300 additional police will be deployed at both these sites.
New Low-Pressure Area in Bay of Bengal Could Bring Rain to Kolkata Next Week
A new low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal may lead to rain and thunderstorms in Kolkata and southern Bengal next week. New Low-Pressure Area in Bay of Bengal Could Bring Rain to Kolkata Next Week
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Fast bowler Saurabh Dubeys four-wicket haul set up a comfortable seven-wicket win for Vidarbha over Goa on Day One of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, while Tamil Nadu squeezed past Railways by six runs in a tense finish to a thrilling game. Vidarbha skipper Atharva Taide won the toss at the Jadavpur University Campus Ground 2 in Kolkata and chose to field, and his bowlers backed the call. Goa could only post 146/9 in their 20 overs, with Deepraj Gaonkars 39 the top score. Dubey returned with 4-30 and was duly named Player of the Match. Vidarbha lost opener Danish Malewar early in reply, but Taide and R. Samarth then took charge. The pair added 114 runs for the second wicket, Taide making 52 and Samarth 53, which took the contest away from Goa. Vedant Jajoo (23 not out) and Yash Kadam (nine not out) completed the chase in 17.3 overs. Elsewhere, Tamil Nadu had to work much harder to get their first win of the competition. Shahrukh Khans unbeaten 46 off 30 balls and a 13-ball 31 from Rajkumar Ravichandran lifted them to 172/7 after being pushed into batting first. Ravichandrans quickfire cameo, at a strike rate of 200, gave the innings a valuable push. Railways looked dead and buried at 79/6, with Varun Chakaravarthy conceding just five runs in two overs and picking up two wickets. Zuber Ali (46 off 37 balls) and Toufik Mondal (57 off 22 balls) then produced a stunning seventh-wicket partnership of 69 runs off 31 balls that kept Railways in the hunt. Though Mondal was dismissed in the 15th over, tension rose further with Ali and Kunal at the crease. With 19 runs needed from three overs, Railways looked set to win until Gurjapneet Singh kept his cool by defending 11 runs in the final over as Tamil Nadu sealed a hard-fought victory. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh won over Assam by 16 runs (via VJD Method). Mridul Surrochs 52 carried Himachal Pradesh to 176/6 in 20 overs. Assam had reached 119/6 in 15 overs before inclement weather got the game in Himachal Pradeshs favour. Elsewhere, Rajasthan secured a six-wicket win over Uttar Pradesh. Sameer Rizvis 74 not out off 35 balls carried Uttar Pradesh to 171/6 in 20 overs. In reply, Rajasthan completed the chase in 15.4 overs, thanks to Abhijeet Tomars 63 and 48 from Rohan Rajbhar. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
IGPL 2026: Goa Eagles GC soar to X Golf title at Boulder Hills, Hyderabad
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 14 (IANS) Goa Eagles GC produced a composed performance under pressure to win the exciting X-Golf competition at Boulder Hills in Hyderabad, a day after Gaganjeet Bhullar won the Phoenix Invitational IGPL Hyderabad, which concluded at the Vooty Golf Club about 60 km away from Hyderabad. Auro Realty Goa Eagles GC overcame three rounds of elimination and a challenging final to emerge champions. Goa Eagles GC were represented by Kanav Chauhan, IL Aalaap and Saarthak Chhibber, who showed steely nerves and great skill. The competition featured ten teams, with nine divided into three groups of three. Hyderabad Firebirds, who had topped the teams contest in the three-day tournament, were seeded straight into the semi-final stage. The opening Par 4 round began with each team having a 30-second bonus, barring Gurugram, whose Joshua Grenville Wood went out of bounds, and their team got no bonus. Aryan of RVR Delhi Blue Bulls GC claimed the long-drive honours with an impressive 327-metre drive. With three teams in each group for Par-4, Vimtra Chennai Lions GC and Flyingman Kolkata Tigers GC progressed as Gurugram was eliminated, while Atri Mumbai Garudas GC were knocked out in Group B as Udayan Mane could not find the ball and lost time, and Golfkonnekt Bengaluru Stallions GC and Auro Realty Goa GC moved up. From Group C, Green Fuels Vizag Dolphins GC went out as Krishna Punjab Raptors and RVR Delhi moved ahead. Bengaluru Stallions had the fastest time, with 30 seconds from the long drive bonus being taken off their 35 seconds. In the Par 3 eliminator, the six teams went up one-on-one. Vimtra Chennai got past Kolkata and RVR Delhi beat Bengaluru Stallions, while Auro Realty edged out Punjab Raptors by two seconds. Phoenix Hyderabad Firebirds GC joined Vimtra Chennai Lions GC, RVR Delhi and Auro Realty in the semi-finals, which were played over a Par-2 with the first shot being hit through a Ring of Fire lit by the IGPL CEO, Uttam Singh Mundy. RVR Delhi, who completed in 42 seconds, were first to be eliminated, and that left the others to compete for the podium prizes. Auro Realty Goa Eagles GC delivered the standout performance, completing the challenge in 20 seconds and brought their time down to 10 seconds with help of a 10-second bonus, as Chennai Lions finished at 36 seconds after a penalty, while Phoenix Hyderabad Firebirds GC recorded 39 seconds, including a 10-second penalty. In the Par-2 final, Kanav Chauhan took charge of the tee shot, while IL Aalaap holed out a long putt and then jumped in the air to celebrate the win with Saarthak, who was waiting in case Aalaap missed the putt. In the Par-2 final, Kanav Chauhan took charge of the tee shot, while IL Aalaap holed out a long putt and then jumped in the air to celebrate the win with Saarthak, who was waiting in case Aalap missed the putt. Blending long hitting, speed, short-game precision, and teamwork, the format added a dynamic edge to the competition where every second and penalty proved costly. Navigating these high-stakes stages with remarkable consistency, Auro Realty Goa Eagles surged to the top of the leaderboard as worthy winners, with Vimtra Chennai Lions and Hyderabad Firebirds finishing close behind while RVR Delhis campaign ended in elimination.
SMAT 2026: Jharkhand open title defence with win; Saurashtra, Andhra, Gujarat register victories
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 14 (IANS) Defending champions Jharkhand began their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title defence on Saturday with a six-wicket win over Mizoram, while Saurashtra, Andhra and Gujarat also registered victories on day one of the league stage. At Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Jharkhand needed just 8.3 overs to complete a chase of 77. Jharkhands bowlers, led by Harsh Rajs 3-16, were disciplined in bundling out Mizoram for 76. Chinmay Sutar, who had a prolific first half of the Ranji Trophy season, including hitting an unbeaten 400 against Nagaland, made only 19 off 15 balls. For Mizoram, there was nowhere to hide once their innings folded at a modest total. Utkarsh Singh made 45 not out off 26 balls, laced with five fours and three sixes, as Jharkhand wrapped up the chase despite losing four batters. At the Holkar Stadium in Indore, Vaibhav Sooryavanshis first match as Bihars captain ended in defeat. Saurashtra, playing in their Elite Group B game, chased down 138 with 21 balls to spare, winning by five wickets. Bihar, who chose to bat after winning the toss, finished on 137/9. Prithvi Raj top-scored with 38 off 27 deliveries, hitting four sixes, while Altamish contributed 24. Sooryavanshi, who was the centrepiece of attention of the sparse crowd in the stadium, made a 12-ball 18 before being dismissed caught and bowled by left-arm seamer Chetan Sakariya. For Saurashtra, Sakariya returned with 3-33 in his four overs, while Prerak Mankad was even tighter, finishing with 3-20. Skipper Jaydev Unadkat and Krains Fuletra each picked up a wicket. Harvansh Singh set the tone for Saurashtras chase with 33 off just 11 balls, studded with three fours and three sixes, while Harvik Desai made 21. Ruchit Ahir and Sidhant Rana remained unbeaten on 21 each as the target was reached in 16.3 overs. Suraj Kashyap was the best bowler for Bihar with 3-39, while Sakariya was adjudged Player of the Match. It was a forgettable start to the captaincy stint for Sooryavanshi, who is also slated to join the India A team for the Rising Stars Mens Asia Cup, to be played in Doha from November 19 to 29. In an Elite Group C fixture in New Chandigarh, Andhra defeated Tripura by 43 runs. Batting first, Andhra could manage only 141/9 in their 20 overs, with SNDV Prasad hitting an unbeaten 33-ball fifty. But that proved to be enough as Tripura were dismissed for 98 in 17.2 overs. Pacers Cheepurapalli Stephen and KV Sasikanth took three wickets each for Andhra, as Tripuras batters fell without showing any fighting spirit and failed to bat out their full quota of overs. At the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, riding a late surge from Ashutosh Sharma (20 not out off nine balls) and Vishal Jayswal (22 not out off eight balls), Gujarat posted 250/9, enough to secure a 21-run victory. Skipper Urvil Patel hit a blistering 30-ball 62, including six fours and four sixes, while debutant spin-bowling all-rounder Khilan Patel, who was a member of the India team that won this years Mens U-19 World Cup, smashed a fluent 84 off just 29 balls, including six fours and eight sixes. For Odisha, Lalit Yadav and Debabrata Pradhan starred with the ball, each scalping three wickets. Despite a 49-ball 87 from Subhranshu Senapati and Kartik Biswals 32-ball 55, Odisha fell short of the target, finishing at 229/8. Left-arm pacer Arzan Nagwaswalla picked 4-50, while leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi took 2-37 in his four overs.
Drink at home, not on streets: Bengal minister Umesh Rai warns drunk troublemakers
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 14 (IANS) A video purportedly showing West Bengal Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Urban Development Umesh Rai warning anti-social elements against creating disturbances under the influence of alcohol has gone viral on social media. However, IANS India could not independently verify the authenticity of the video and cannot vouch for its contents. According to the video, Rai, who represents the Howrah Uttar Assembly constituency, has warned that anyone found disturbing public order after consuming alcohol or engaging in activities that threaten women's safety would face stringent action. He reportedly went a step further, saying that anyone accused of molesting a woman, if the allegation is established through an investigation, would be driven out of the area. The minister's remarks, which came to light on Saturday, were reportedly made during a public meeting on Friday, where he addressed concerns over public safety and disturbances caused by intoxicated people in different parts of Howrah. Drawing a distinction between personal freedom and public nuisance, Rai said he had no objection to people consuming alcohol at their homes, clubs, rooftops or designated places, provided they did not create trouble for others. Who is drinking and where he is drinking alcohol is completely his personal matter. I have no objection if someone drinks alcohol at his own expense in a club, at home, on a rooftop or at a specific place. The good or bad of one's health is a personal responsibility of a person. But if a person drinks alcohol and goes out on the streets and creates ruckus and hooliganism, it will not be tolerated in any way, the minister said, according to the video. Women's safety featured prominently in his address, with the minister urging residents, particularly women, to report incidents of harassment and molestation directly to him. Issuing a stern warning to potential offenders, Rai reportedly said that if a woman complained of molestation and an investigation established the allegation, the accused would face such stringent action that he would be forced to leave the locality. The minister's remarks come amid complaints from residents about disturbances allegedly caused by people consuming alcohol in public places, particularly during the evening hours, in several neighbourhoods of the industrial town. His statement has received support from several residents of North Howrah, with many welcoming his warning against public nuisance and offences targeting women. Political observers believe the minister's intervention is aimed at addressing public concerns over law and order and strengthening confidence among residents. However, the impact of the warning on street-level disturbances and women's safety remains to be seen.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 14 (IANS) The West Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has decided to conduct an Assembly constituency-wise assessment of the impact of the nationwide movement launched by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and Opposition parties against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The party's state leadership has drawn up a plan to deploy special review teams in all 294 Assembly constituencies in West Bengal. Each team will interact with at least 200 people representing different financial, professional, social, ethnic and religious backgrounds to gauge public opinion on the anti-SIR campaign. Apart from assessing the public response to the nationwide protests, the teams will also undertake a counter-campaign to present the BJP's position on the electoral roll revision and counter the arguments being raised by the CJP and opposition parties. The CJP-Opposition ploy to create chaos and anarchy in the country will be exposed before the general public through leaflets and arguments. This exercise will be an extension of the recent 'Save Democracy, Eliminate Anarchy' rallies organised in different parts of the state against the anti-SIR movement, a member of the BJP's state committee said. According to the party leader, the exercise will be conducted in several stages. In the first phase, the teams will identify at least 200 individuals in each Assembly constituency, ensuring representation from different economic, professional, social, ethnic and religious groups. In the next phase, members of the teams will visit the identified individuals at their homes and interact with them. Initially, they will focus on listening to their views on the nationwide anti-SIR campaign without attempting to influence their opinions. Only after listening to their concerns and understanding their perceptions will the team members initiate the counter-campaign by explaining the party's position on the issue, the BJP leader said. The outreach programme will cover people from different walks of life, including workers, farmers, lawyers, teachers, doctors and other professionals. The party also intends to engage representatives of various communities and local opinion makers to obtain a wider understanding of public sentiment. The BJP leadership plans to compile the feedback gathered from all 294 Assembly constituencies into a comprehensive report and forward it to the party's central leadership. The exercise is expected to help the party assess the extent to which the opposition's campaign against the SIR has influenced public opinion in West Bengal and formulate its political response accordingly.
New low-pressure area in Bay of Bengal to bring rain to south Bengal next week
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 14 (IANS) A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to intensify into a cyclone, will affect Kolkata and South Bengal districts, the Regional Met Centre said on Saturday. Due to the cyclonic situation, there may be scattered thunderstorms next week. Along with this, the temperature is also going to decrease across the state. The low-pressure area that has formed in the southeast Bay of Bengal is expected to become more pronounced by Saturday. The cyclone adjacent to it is at an altitude of 5.8 kilometres above sea level. A deep depression will form from that low-pressure area on Sunday. As it moves north-north-westwards, it may intensify further and turn into a cyclone in the central Bay of Bengal by Monday evening. Its direction is currently northwest. The Met Department said it is keeping an eye on the situation. It has not yet said where the cyclone will go or where it will make landfall after it forms. It is believed that the low-pressure area or the cyclone will not have any impact on north Bengal. However, there may be thunderstorms in south Bengal. There is a possibility of rain with thunderstorms in the southern districts, including Kolkata, on Thursday and Friday next week. The Met Office has predicted light to moderate rain. Before that, districts like South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, and West Midnapore may get rain on Wednesday. A yellow alert has been issued in Kolkata, Howrah, North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore and Jhargram from Thursday. Along with the rain, gusty winds of 30 to 40 kilometres per hour will blow in all these districts. Dry weather will return to South Bengal once the impact of the cyclone subsides. The weather in north Bengal will remain mainly dry. The minimum temperature may drop by two degrees Celsius in the next two days. There will be no significant change in the temperature in the next four days. The mercury is also going to drop in south Bengal. The night temperature in Kolkata and surrounding districts may drop by two to three degrees Celsius. On Saturday morning, the minimum temperature in Kolkata was 21.9 degrees Celsius, 1.6 degrees above normal. On Friday, the maximum temperature in the city was 29.2 degrees Celsius, 1.4 degrees below normal.
TMCs Abhishek appears at police station for questioning over social media post
An FIR was registered against the TMC MP following a complaint about his social media post in May that allegedly targeted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Gujaratis during the Assembly poll period
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 14 (IANS) Trinamool Congress-Mamta General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee has been summoned by Kolkata Police on Saturday for questioning over his social media post targeting the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), Gyanesh Kumar. Abhishek, the nephew of the former West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, had been asked to be present at Bhabanipur Police Station in south Kolkata on Saturday. After his social media post on May 2, in which he allegedly made derogatory criticisms about the CEC, an FIR was filed against him on May 27. Now, the police want to question him in the matter, and that is why he had been summoned for interrogation on Saturday afternoon, said an insider from Kolkata Police. The FIR was registered based on a police complaint lodged by Arnabkanti Das, a resident of Bhabanipur, objecting to the social media post, where the Trinamool leader allegedly described the CEC as a puppet of an anti-Bengali Gujarati gang and thus spreading hatred against a particular community. Based on this complaint, the police have filed a case against Abhishek Banerjee under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 relating to spreading hatred, inciting violence, attempting to create chaos, inciting crime against the state, and spreading rumours. The complainant claimed that Abhishek Banerjee made some comments which are harmful to communal harmony and national integrity. He contended that despite taking an oath as an MP to protect the sovereignty of the Indian Constitution and the territorial integrity of the country, Abhishek had referred to the entire Gujarati community as a 'gang' or criminal group. This, according to the complainant, apart from insulting the community, could also destroy the pluralistic culture and social harmony of the country. Therefore, he demanded immediate action against the Diamond Harbour MP. On Friday, another FIR was registered against Abhishek Banerjee at the Girish Park Police Station in north Kolkata, where he had been accused of making derogatory statements and threatening a serving Indian Police Service (IPS) officer in the state. A notice for interrogation in the matter was served at Abhishek Banerjees residence at Kalighat in south Kolkata on Friday night,, where he was asked to appear at the Girish Park Police Station by 12 noon on November 20.
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Faces Fresh FIR Over Alleged Threats To Police, Summoned On November 20
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Man who went to NGT to save Lawsohtun now defends Ropeway
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Army hospital performs advanced deep brain stimulation surgery on soldier with Parkinson
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NCB widens drug crackdown net, arrests 22 in 8 cases
Inter-state Kashmir-Kolkata network busted Over 57 kg narcotics seized in 2025-26 Officials seek public support to eliminate menace Srinagar, Nov 13: Tightening the noose on drug trafficking, the Narcotics Control Bureau, Srinagar, has widened its net against narcotics networks in Srinagar and other parts of Jammu and Kashmir, with 22 people arrested in eight cases registered during 2025 and 2026 so far. According to official data available with Rising Kashmir, the action has also brought people from outside Jammu and Kashmir under the agency's scanner, with an inter-state charas smuggling network operating between Kashmir and Kolkata busted during the period. Five accused were arrested in the case, including two from Kolkata and three from Kashmir, the data reveals. According to official figures, the NCB Srinagar registered five cases in 2025 and three in 2026, seizing a total of 57.470 kg of narcotic substances, besides 0.55 gm of heroin. The seizures include 39.230 kg of poppy straw and 18.240 kg of charas, apart from the heroin recovered in one of the cases. The case-wise details show that the NCB seized 10.735 kg of charas in August 2025, followed by 2.730 kg in November and 2.010 kg in December. The crackdown continued in 2026, with 1.210 kg of charas seized in one case and 0.635 kg in another in January, and 0.920 kg in a case registered in February. The arrests, including those linked to the inter-state network, point to the widening scope of the agency's action against drug trafficking, extending its focus beyond local networks to interstate connections. Speaking to Rising Kashmir, officials from NCB Srinagar said the agency has been working to create awareness among the masses about drug trafficking and its consequences, with awareness programmes regularly conducted in schools and colleges to educate people about the harmful effects of drug abuse. They appealed to the local population to extend its support to the agency, saying collective efforts are essential to eliminate the drug menace from society. We need to join hands at this crucial juncture to ensure a healthy society by saving our youth and protecting the future, they appealed.
Why Indians behave better at sacred sites
The tranquil and indescribably beautiful environs of Kamarpukur and Joyrambati, the birthplaces of Sri Ramkrishna Paramhansa and Maa Sarada Devi in the verdant plains of West Bengal, are truly balms for the soul. Green-gold vistas of ripening rice fields criss-crossed by a myriad of small rivers and dotted with distant sleepy hamlets greeted the eye as a friend and I headed there from Kolkata. And the early morning autumn sun cast a golden, almost divine glow.It was a world away from the pollution-spewing trucks and buses, factories and warehouses that crowd the suburbs of Kolkata beyond the graceful Vidyasagar Setu arching over the Hooghly. Once the cacophony of the Durgapur Expressway was left behind, there was a perceptible change in mood. Anyone who lives in a frenetic big city these days would vouch that stress is endemic and heading out, away from the madding crowds, leads to an instant lowering of tension.And peace is the overwhelming feeling upon entering the impeccably maintained compounds in both villages that contain not only the quaintly thatched huts where the two elevated souls came into this world, but also prayer halls, offices, bhog areas, dispensaries, guesthouses and flower-filled gardens. Given that thousands - exceeding 20,000 on important days - visit Kamarpukur and Joyrambati daily and stay on for bhog prasad, the compounds' serenity is hard to believe.And their cleanliness stuns. Forget jhalmuri packets, tissue papers or plastic water bottles, not even fallen leaves or dust mar the pathways and gardens. It is not as if there are armies of sweepers on hand to pick up detritus either; visitors are simply more mindful while on the premises. How come? After all Indians these days are notorious for being loud, littering gits, on par with British lager louts. It seems that it all depends on whether places inspire respect and restraint.In the expansive hallowed campuses of Kamarpukur and Joyrambati, these same people - Indians - did not talk loudly; they did not try to scratch their initials on pillars; they did not drape themselves on walls or amid the flowers to take selfies; they did not throw trash into the ponds; and they did not let their children turn into screeching, high-speed, wrecking balls. Polite attendants firmly told the few infringers to abide by the rules. And they all willingly complied.I have seen a similar all-pervasive calm at the Belur Math of the Ramakrishna Mission near Kolkata, the Aurobindo Ashram in Pondicherry and the Golden Temple in Amritsar, thousands of miles apart. There are more such places around India where desi visitors are anything but the kind of Ugly Indian Tourist that locals complain about from Goa to Gangtok, Kashmir to Kanyakumari. That just begs the question why Indians are so badly behaved in many other places.An overwhelming majority of those who come to Kamarpukur and Joyrambati are devotees. They, therefore, know the sanctity of those places and behave accordingly. The same is true of the sacred precincts at Belur, Pondicherry and Amritsar. But why is the same courtesy not extended to all places they visit? Do only the divine merit courtesy, cleanliness and calm? The public's behaviour at these places show that Indians can be model visitors when we want to be.At Kamarpukur and Joyrambati it is hard to be anything but ideal visitors, though. There's something about the cumulative effect of their soothing tranquillity broken only by birdsong and trees rustling in the autumn breeze, the fresh flowers artfully arranged around the statues of Sri Ramkrishna and Maa Sarada Devi, and the smiling sanyasis telling stories of the divine couple's limitless humanity and humbleness... On the journey back to Kolkata, our hearts were full.
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