UP-born, Kolkata-made: Md Shami
New Delhi: Badruddin Siddiqui has always believed that moving to Kolkata was pre-destined as far as his favourite student, Mohammed Shami, is concerned. Born in UPs small town of Sahaspur in Amroha, it was Uttar Pradesh crickets loss that became Bengals gain when the childhood coach decided to make a few phone calls in Kolkata 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 .
Mohammed Shami Retires From Test Cricket After 13-Year Career
Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami announces his retirement from Test cricket through an emotional Instagram message, exactly 13 years after making his debut against the West Indies in Kolkata on November 6, 2013.
Bengal to witness rain after Kali Puja, temperatures likely to dip by 4 degrees
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 7 (IANS) The winter chill is likely to make a gradual entry into West Bengal as temperatures are expected to drop by two to four degrees Celsius over the next 24 hours, bringing a slight nip in the air during Kali Puja on Sunday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Saturday. The cooling effect is likely to be more noticeable in the western districts, particularly during the early morning and night hours. However, the weather is expected to remain dry across the state till Kali Puja. Meanwhile, the Met department has forecast another spell of rain in both south and north Bengal from Monday, with a newly formed low-pressure area over north Bengal likely to create favourable conditions for precipitation across several districts. Dry weather will prevail till Kali Puja on Sunday. The weather will start changing from Monday. Rain will continue in south and north Bengal. Light to moderate rain with thundershowers is likely in Kolkata, Howrah, North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, Nadia and Murshidabad districts. Gusty winds of 30 to 40 km per hour are likely in coastal areas. Rain chances will increase further on Tuesday, a Met department official said. Rain activity is expected to intensify on Tuesday and continue in several parts of south Bengal till Wednesday. Kolkata, North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore and West Midnapore are likely to receive light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. Other districts of south Bengal, including Nadia and Murshidabad, may also experience wet weather. Gusty winds reaching speeds of 30 to 40 kmph are likely at isolated places. In Kolkata, the maximum temperature on Saturday hovered around 30 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 21.2 degrees Celsius. The Met department has ruled out rainfall in the city on Saturday and Sunday. North Bengal, too, is likely to witness increased rainfall activity from Tuesday. Light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms is forecast across the region, with gusty winds possible at one or two places. On Wednesday, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar and Jalpaiguri are likely to receive light rainfall.
Adhikari gives police free hand to tackle crimes against women, drug smuggling in Bengal
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 7 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday said he had given the police a free hand to deal with crimes against women and narcotics smuggling in the state, warning that political interference in these matters would not be tolerated. At the same time, Adhikari, who also holds the police portfolio, issued a stern warning against attacks on police personnel and vandalism of police stations and outposts, saying those involved would face prolonged imprisonment. I have given the police a free hand in tackling two issues. The first is crime against women and the second is narcotics smuggling. I will not tolerate any kind of political interference in these two issues. At the same time, as the police minister of the state, I will not tolerate any incident of attack on a cop or ransacking of any police station or police outpost. Those attacking police personnel will have to spend years behind bars, Adhikari said. He also warned that those responsible for vandalising police establishments would have to pay for the damage, along with interest. We will recover damages, along with interest, in case of ransacking of police stations or police outposts from those responsible, the Chief Minister said while distributing appointment letters to newly recruited police sub-inspectors at Lalbazar, the Kolkata Police headquarters in central Kolkata. Adhikari advised the newly appointed officers to maintain strict discipline in their daily duties and follow the instructions and orders of their superiors. Highlighting the challenges faced by the police force, he said West Bengal's vast geographical diversity, large population and varied linguistic and cultural backgrounds made policing particularly demanding. There are 11 crore people in West Bengal. On one side are mountains, on the other side are jungles, and on the other are several isolated islands. The police's responsibility is to ensure that public life remains normal. Till now, they did not get any facilities. The police did not have financial security. Now the police will be provided with financial security, he said. The Chief Minister said the state government would focus on modernising the police force and improving the quality of its training. An MoU had been signed with a police training centre in Assam for this purpose, while steps would also be taken to strengthen coordination between the state police and the Central forces. Claiming that police recruitment had remained neglected during the previous Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government, Adhikari said the new administration had already recruited 11,000 personnel into the state police force. He acknowledged that 46,000 posts were still vacant and said the government would fill them in phases. The recruitment drive would include 6,345 women police personnel and 4,000 constables, he said, adding that further appointments would be made over the coming months. Recruitment in the police will be done again in December-January, Adhikari said, indicating that the government planned to accelerate the process to strengthen the state's policing infrastructure.
Mamata Banerjee Slams BJP Over Attack On Abhishek Banerjee
Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday hit out at the BJP over an alleged attack on the residence of Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee in Kolkatas Kalighat. Challenging the BJP over the alleged use of bulldozers, she said, How many bulldozers do you have? Come, I am standing right in front []
'Run Bulldozer Over Me': Mamata After Attack At Abhishek Banerjees House Ahead Of Kali Puja
Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of disrupting traditional Kali Puja celebrations following an alleged attack on TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee's residence in Kolkata. Abhishek alleged that BJP workers attacked his residence around 2 am on Saturday and questioned the Kolkata Police's response. Reacting to the incident, Mamata claimed that traditional puja permissions were revoked while new celebrations were allowed. She also questioned why a locality known for Kali Puja processions was being disturbed ahead of Kali Puja and Diwali. Mamata further alleged political hostility, linking it to the TMC's association with the INDIA alliance.
Fourth judge resigns from Bengal SIR Tribunal in a month; 15 members remain now
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 7 (IANS) Former Calcutta High Court judge Biswajit Basu resigned from the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Tribunal on Saturday, becoming the fourth member to step down from the panel constituted to hear appeals from voters excluded during the electoral roll revision in West Bengal. Basu cited personal reasons for his decision. He conveyed his resignation in a letter to Calcutta High Court Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge. His exit comes days after former Justice Indrajit Chatterjee quit the tribunal, citing the distance he had to travel to attend its office. Chatterjee had said that commuting 22 km every day was difficult. He had accepted the assignment believing that the tribunal's work would be completed in two to three months. However, the large number of pending cases indicated that the process would take considerably longer, prompting him to resign. Former Justice Ranjit Kumar Bagh had also stepped down, citing personal reasons, without specifying them. Earlier, former Calcutta High Court Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam resigned from the tribunal, referring to family issues. The tribunal was constituted on the Supreme Court's directions and comprises 19 retired judges and magistrates. It was set up to provide a mechanism for people whose names were omitted from the final electoral roll after the SIR exercise to seek inclusion. With Basu's resignation, four of the 19 members have now left the panel. The final electoral roll in West Bengal, excluding around 60 lakh cases referred for judicial adjudication, was published on February 28. The Election Commission had said supplementary lists would be published as the adjudication process progressed. West Bengal had 7,66,37,529 registered voters before the SIR notification was issued in November last year. The draft electoral roll, published in December, removed 58,20,899 names. The final roll published on February 28 this year recorded a total of 63,66,952 deletions. The tribunal's workload is linked to the cases arising from these deletions. The supplementary rolls are expected to reflect the outcome of the judicial scrutiny, allowing eligible applicants whose claims are accepted to have their names added to the electoral list.
Watch: Is there no democracy?: Mamata on attack on Abhishek
Mamata Banerjee questions the heavy police presence and accuses the BJP of targeting Trinamool supporters following the alleged late-night attack on Abhishek Banerjees residence in Kolkata.
Watch: Abhishek Banerjee alleges BJP supporters attacked his Kolkata residence
Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjee alleges that BJP supporters attacked his Kolkata residence on his birthday, calling it the seventh attempt on his life in six months. Mamata Banerjee accuses the BJP of targeting Trinamool supporters, while BJP leader Dilip Ghosh questions the birthday gathering and reacts to the clash.
Remain vigilant during Diwali, Kali Puja: Suvendu tells Kolkata Police after Chorbagan tragedy
Suvendu Adhikari addressed the tragic stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal that resulted in 19 deaths. He highlighted the importance of improved coordination between police and event organizers during major festivals. Adhikari urged caution for upcoming Kali Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja celebrations to avoid similar incidents. Nine arrests have been made in connection with the stampede investigation led by a special investigation team.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 7 (IANS) Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday threatened to approach the Supreme Court over clashes allegedly involving Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Mamata All India Trinamool Congress (MAITC) supporters outside the residence of her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, in south Kolkata. She accused the BJP and the police of conspiring to create tension in the area. Mamata visited Abhisheks residence in Kalighat, close to her own home, and spoke to reporters. Abhishek is the Trinamool Congresss Lok Sabha member from Diamond Harbour. Mamata said she would pursue the matter at the highest judicial level if required, alleging that the police had failed to act during the incident. The two residences are located in the same south Kolkata neighbourhood. A group of lumpen elements backed by the BJP orchestrated the attack on Abhisheks house after 2 a.m. The police remained silent spectators, she alleged. She singled out Bolai Bag, officer-in-charge of Kalighat police station, which has jurisdiction over both residences. She cautioned the officer that his actions could trigger public anger. The former Chief Minister also accused the police of trying to disrupt the annual Kali Puja organised at her residence and prevent people from visiting her home for the festival. She alleged that restrictions and police deployment had created tension in the neighbourhood ahead of the celebrations. An atmosphere of unrest has been deliberately created in this area before the Kali Puja. The pujas of old clubs are being prevented. However, new pujas are starting overnight. The entrance to my house has been practically blocked, and new pujas have been organised. The police vehicles have deliberately been kept blocking the entrance to my house. The police have also issued prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS, 2023, she said. Mamata claimed that surveillance had been stepped up to prevent people from gathering outside her residence. As a result, the police have intensified surveillance to ensure that no gathering takes place in front of my house. All this is done to prevent people from coming to my house on the occasion of the Kali Puja, she said. She accused the BJP of engineering the tension outside Abhisheks residence during the early hours of Saturday, and questioned the partys stated commitment to democracy. On one hand, they are organising Save Democracy, Eliminate Anarchy rallies in the state, and on the other hand, they are the ones who are trampling the democratic structure, she said. Mamata also criticised the state administration, referring indirectly to Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. I am not blaming all from BJP. But the one who is leading the administration in West Bengal is behind all these, she alleged.
Who Has Time To Kill Abhishek? Dilip Ghosh Mocks TMC Leader Banerjee's Attack Claim
Who has the time to kill Abhishek Banerjee?That is BJP leader Dilip Ghoshs response to the TMC leaders allegation that BJP workers attacked his Kolkata residence at around 2 AM.Banerjee claims the alleged attack followed two days of surveillance around his home and office. He calls it the seventh attempt on his life in six months and accuses the Kolkata Police and judiciary of inaction.Ghosh has dismissed the allegation as an attempt to mislead people, saying there was bound to be a backlash if someone created a disturbance.What really happened outside Abhishek Banerjees home?
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Bhoot Chaturdashi 2026: Haunted places and curated walks to explore in Kolkata
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Abhishek Banerjee alleges 'BJP hooligans' attacked his Kolkata residence
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee on Saturday alleged that his residence here was attacked by BJP hooligans early on Saturday, triggering clashes between supporters of the two parties. Banerjee, a three-term Diamond Harbour MP, claimed that the attack was part of a conspiracy to kill him, alleging that his office and residence had been under surveillance for two consecutive days before the incident. He said several of his supporters were seriously injured in the clashes. After two days of continuous recce, this is how BJP hooligans attacked my house at 2 am today. Watch the footage and see for yourself. If this is what can happen to an elected Member of Parliament, imagine the plight of the common man in WB, Banerjee said in a post on X, sharing a video purportedly showing the incident. PTI could not independently verify the authenticity of the video. The incident reportedly began around 2 am when BJP supporters allegedly raised 'chor' (thief) slogans outside Banerjee's Kalighat reside
Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of hooliganism, says
Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of hooliganism and alleged that a gang of thugs attacked a Kali Puja celebration in Kolkata's Kalighat area in the early hours of the day, following an alleged attack on the residence of Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee. Police reached Abhishek Banerjee's residence after he alleged that his house was attacked around 2 am. Mamata Banerjee, reacting to the incident, questioned the alleged disruption of traditional puja celebrations in the locality ahead of Kali Puja and Diwali. Tomorrow is Kali Puja and Diwali. Last night, at 2:00 AM, an attack was carried out at Abhishek Banerjee
Fake Durga Puja pass case: Indranil Sen's daughter echoes mother, blames father for firm operations
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 7 (IANS)Former West Bengal Tourism Minister and former Minister of State for Information & Cultural Affairs Indranil Sen appears increasingly isolated within his own family in the multi-crore fake UNESCO-tagged Durga Puja pass scam, for which he was arrested last month. First, his wife, Madhuchhanda Sen, who owns Mass Art, the entity through which the fake passes were allegedly sold, said during interrogation that the said entity was in her name only on paper and all administrative and operational decisions about the entity were taken by her husband. She also claimed that her role in Mass Art was just limited to signing on the dotted lines as instructed by her husband. Now, Sens daughter, Averi Sen, who was also questioned for several hours by investigating officers at Kolkata Police headquarters, Lalbazar in Central Kolkata, earlier this week, almost echoed her mother on this issue, confirmed a city police source. Averi was questioned about the huge sums of money transferred to two corporate entities in her name, ISCAPE and Myra. Like her mother, she also claimed that the two corporate entities were in her name just on paper and her role was limited to signing on the dotted lines as instructed by her father. The statements of Sens wife and mother corroborate the findings of the investigating officers that, in an attempt to keep himself in the fake pass case as well as other cases relating to tendering irregularities in both the state tourism and information & cultural affairs departments, Sen operated from behind in all these corporate entities, keeping his family members in the forefront. In fact, instead of using his own bank accounts, he used the accounts in the names of his family members or the corporate entities in their names for financial transactions, the city police insider said. Meanwhile, he added, Sen, who is in police custody now, had started passing the buck to Dhrubojytri Basu, a top official of Mass Art, who was arrested earlier this week. Sen will be produced before a lower court in Kolkata on November 10. On the other hand, Basu will be presented at the same court on November 13. Besides, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Kolkata Police, the fake puja pass case is also being probed by the ED.
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], November 7: What makes a destination memorable? It is often more than its landscapes or monuments. It is the food, the flavours, the traditions and the warmth of the people who welcome visitors. Recognising the importance of these experiences to tourism, the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), part of the Indismart Group, has entered into a three-year Strategic Partnership Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Andhra Pradesh, through the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Authority.
BJP hooligans attacked my house at 2 am: Abhishek Banerjee
Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee has alleged that his residence in Kolkata was attacked by BJP hooligans early on Saturday, sharing a video purportedly showing the incident. The BJP has rejected the charge, while police confirmed a commotion and are investigating. Banerjee also criticised the judiciary and police for alleged inaction on previous incidents.
Seventh attempt on my life in six months: Abhishek after his residence attacked
On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Abhishek Banerjee on November 7, his supporters gathered in front of his house at Kalighat area. A group of BJP supporters appeared and started shouting slogans thief thief.
Late-Night Clashes Outside Abhishek Banerjee
Violence erupted in south Kolkatas Kalighat area during the early hours of Saturday, 7 November 2026, after clashes broke out between workers of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) and supporters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) outside the residence of AITC National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee. The clashes occurred between 2:00 AM and 3:30 [] The post Late-Night Clashes Outside Abhishek Banerjees Kalighat Residence Leave 8 Injured During Birthday Celebrations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Attack On Home By BJP Goons, Gets A 'Drama' Reply
Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjee has alleged an attack on his home in Kolkata following a clash between his party's workers and the BJP workers last night during his birthday celebration. A shouting match ensued between the two parties' workers around 2 am in front of Banerjee's Kalighat residence after chants labelling someone a hief. The Diamond Harbour MP alleged that the BJP goons threw his supporters to the ground and beat them up with brickbats.
Abhishek Banerjee Alleges BJP Attack on His Residence in Kolkata
The TMC leader, in a post on X, levelled serious allegations against opposition workers, the Kolkata Police and higher judicial institutions
Calcutta High Court restrains KMC polls until challenge on delimitation decided
The West Bengal government, through a delimitation, has increased the number of wards of KMC from 144 to 209. The petitioner argued that the State government and its agencies have resorted to gerrymandering in order to secure partisan advantage to the ruling political party in West Bengal on the premise of previous electoral results.
7th Attempt On My Life: Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Attack On Kolkata Home
A shouting match ensued between the two parties' workers around 2 am in front of Banerjee's Kalighat residence after chants labelling someone a hief.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee claims residence attacked by 'BJP goons'
Abhishek Banerjee reported an attack on his residence by alleged Bharatiya Janata Party operatives late at night. He expressed concerns about surveillance activities conducted by unidentified individuals claiming to be police. Banerjee criticized the Kolkata Police and higher judicial institutions for their inaction regarding this situation. He called for an immediate investigation into the surveillance and the motives behind it.
Mohammed Shami retires from Tests, continues in white-ball cricket
Kolkata: India pacer Mohammed Shami on Friday, November 6, announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing the curtain down on a 13-year career, but he will continue to play white-ball formats. Shami ended his international red-ball journey with 229 wickets from 64 matches, making him the sixth most successful pacer in Tests for the country 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 .
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on November 5 blamed the policy of forcible land acquisition during the regime of former Chief MinisterBuddhadeb Bhattacharjee for decline in industrial prospects of the State.
Samserganj encounter: Civil Rights groups report flags loopholes; demands CID officers suspension
Coordinators in all 209 KMC wards after Nov 30: Suvendu
Participants from 11 countries attend SRFTI media training
In Salt Lake, road repairs enter lanes and bylanes inside blocks
In next 4 months, cops to spend Rs 2 crore on road markings
New Alipore locals band together to save strays
5 friends douse teen in petrol, set him on fire to create reel
Ashoke Sen delivers lecture at IACS, his 2nd in Kol after Oskar Klein Medal win
Green norms go up in smoke as illegal crackers flood markets
Extended Metro services on Kali Puja
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ER lens on cracker transportation by trains, steps up vigil at stations
Drone, helicopter, lotus, elephant and peacock fireworks add sparkle to Bazi Bazaar
Police step up neighbourhood patrolling, announcements
Catch them young: Police take message of green fireworks to students at schools, apartments
Kolkata sees 22% rise in registered Kali Pujas
The division bench stated in its order, (Appeal filed by Das) is allowed in part: Reports
3 BJP workers arrested for extortion and vandalism
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Defence Ministry reclassifies 87 non-military stations as hard; NCC hails enhanced benefits
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 6 (IANS) The Ministry of Defence has officially reclassified 87 Non-Military Stations across India as 'Hard Non-Military Stations' (HNMS), extending enhanced House Rent Allowance (HRA) and accommodation benefits to defence personnel posted to these challenging locations. The policy shift is expected to provide substantial relief to armed forces personnel attached to the National Cadet Corps (NCC). Welcoming the move, the NCC highlighted its broad operational expanse and the positive impact on its staff: The NCC, with its pan-India footprint in 831 locations across the country, truly represents the diversity of Bharat. This measure will be a significant relief to the personnel of NCC posted to remote and challenging areas. The organisation further characterised the reclassification as a meaningful step towards ensuring the financial security and family welfare of its personnel. A Non-Military Station refers to any location, city, or town where military personnel or units are posted but which lacks a dedicated, self-contained military base, cantonment, or exclusive service infrastructure. Unlike traditional military stations or cantonments managed by the Army or Defence Estates, Non-Military Stations have no military-controlled land. In these civilian environments, personnel, including those assigned to NCC units, recruiting offices, or liaison details, live and work within standard civilian communities. Because official married quarters or specialised military housing are frequently unavailable in these areas, stationed personnel are entitled to specific housing benefits, including HRA. Similarly, instead of accessing local service hospitals within a base, military personnel, retired staff, and veterans in these non-military areas rely on healthcare provided through standalone Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) polyclinics and empanelled private or civilian hospitals. Under the updated framework, Hard Non-Military Stations (HNMS) are formally recognised as non-combat or civilian-adjacent postings that present particularly difficult living conditions, remote geography, or a severe lack of suitable family accommodation. Although these sites are not active tactical combat zones, the government and defence administration designate them as hard or difficult posts, comparable to field or tenure postings. Because official family accommodation is often missing or inadequate at these remote administrative, training, and NCC or Sainik School nodes, personnel posted to designated Hard Non-Military Stations are typically permitted to retain their families at a designated or last-held duty station. Alternatively, they can claim HRA alongside Special/Separated Family Accommodation (SPR) benefits under specific administrative orders.
Twenty years after its launch in India, Bigg Boss continues to draw audiences, with its latest season achieving a new viewership milestone. Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 has crossed 100 crore hours of watch time on JioHotstar in under 60 days, making it the fastest season in the franchise's history to reach the mark. The season, which premiered in September, had earlier recorded the biggest opening day ever for a reality show on JioHotstar. The latest milestone further reflects the show's continued reach and audience engagement, two decades after it first introduced the reality television format to Indian viewers. The show's engagement figures also indicate that audiences are participating beyond watching episodes. More than 350 crore votes have been cast this season, marking a 71% increase compared to the previous season. The number of fans participating in voting has also grown by 48%. Additionally, viewers have created over three times as many memes as last season, while participation in Jeeto, the show's interactive play-along game, has more than doubled. The show's reach extends beyond India as well. Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 has consistently featured among JioHotstar's top five titles in the UK, Canada and Singapore since its premiere. In the UAE, the show currently ranks No. 1 on STARZPLAY and has remained among the platform's top 10 titles since its streaming debut. Speaking about the milestone, host Salman Khan said, Bigg Boss ka asli game sirf ghar ke andar nahi, ghar ke bahar bhi chalta hai, jahaan audience har moment se judi rehti hai. Reaching 100 crore watch-time hours on JioHotstar is a testament to the incredible love and connection our viewers share with the show. Every season brings something new, but what remains constant is the excitement and enthusiasm of our audience. This milestone belongs to each one of you. Thank you for being such an important part of the Bigg Boss journey! Alok Jain, Head Hindi & English Entertainment Business (Streaming, TV & Studios), JioStar, also spoke about the achievement and the show's growing digital audience. He said, 100 crore hours is a moment of real pride for all of us. Thats more than an hour of Bigg Boss for every person in the Hindi-speaking market, on digital alone, before you even count television. We are excited to have crossed 100 crore hours on JioHotstar with nearly half the season still to go. Its heartening to see viewers embrace a season we have shaped around what they love most about the show. Bigg Boss has always been made for every Indian, and today it is watched from the biggest metros to the smallest villages. This season, we gave our audience even more ways to be part of it: they dont just watch the house, they help run it, voting, polling and debating as the drama unfolds. Our heartfelt thanks go to every viewer who has made the show their own, Deepak Dhar, Founder and Group CEO, Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India, added, Reaching 100 crore watch-time hours is a moment were deeply grateful for. Every one of those hours is a testament to the love and appreciation of a viewer who chose to spend their time inside the Bigg Boss house, and we dont take that for granted. For over two decades, this show has grown because the audience has made it their own. The way our audience engages with the show is a testament to how Bigg Boss has defined unscripted content in India, and that is what makes us want to make it bigger, better and bolder with every season. To our viewers, thank you for your love and loyalty. To Salman Khan, our partners at JioStar, and the entire Endemol Shine India team, thank you for the passion and hard work that goes into making the show every day. Were proud of this milestone, and we promise to keep working to give you more reasons to tune in. In India, the show's viewership spans major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad, along with Lucknow, Surat, Jaipur and Nagpur. The latest season has also attracted younger audiences, with Gen Z accounting for 45% of its total watch time. Meanwhile, connected TV viewership has continued to grow, indicating increased family viewing on larger screens. The season has also secured partnerships with 24 sponsors across multiple categories, including FMCG, e-commerce, beauty and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, real estate, consumer electronics, kitchen and home appliances, and on-demand home services. Currently available in six languages, Bigg Boss remains JioHotstar's biggest entertainment franchise and a key part of JioStar's Always On Unscripted offering. Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 streams 24x7 on JioHotstar. The format is owned by Banijay Entertainment and produced by Endemol Shine India. Also Read : Bigg Boss 20: Yung DSA ADMITS cheating on girlfriend 10 times, fears losing her
Delhi AQI At 373 As GRAP 3 Curbs Kick In; Mumbai, Kolkata Record Unhealthy Air Quality
From Delhi's AQI of 275 to Bengaluru's 60, here's how air quality compares across six Indian cities.
Zomato Limitless Delivery launched in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata and 4 other cities: How it works?
Zomato, a popular food delivery app, just launched Limitless Delivery in major Indian cities like Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, and a few others. This new feature will enable the customers to let you order food from restaurants as far as 40 kilometres away, as long as they are in the same city. Basically, customers will no longer be stuck with whatever is close by, where customers could reach out their favourite restaurants that might have been out of range before.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 6 (IANS) West Bengal Finance Department issued a notification announcing the state governments decision to bring all non-teaching employees in 25 state universities and all employees of three state education boards and councils under the 7th Pay Commission. The three education boards and councils whose employees will be brought under the 7th Pay Commission are West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE), West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) and the West Bengal Board of Madrasah Education (WBBME). As per the notification issued by Prabhat Kumar Mishra, the Additional Chief Secretary to the State Finance Department, while the state government had constituted the 7th Pay Commission for State Government employees as well as certain other categories of employees and decided the terms of reference, the Governor, R.N. Ravi, had decided that the Commission will also examine the existing pay structure and conditions of service of the regular non-teaching employees in the state-aided universities and all employees in the three education boards and councils. The Commission will make necessary recommendations as early as possible, read the notification. However, the notification did not provide any information on the rate at which the salaries of the concerned education workers will increase. The notification had also not given any clarification on what the new salary structure will be, when it will be effective, and how the arrears will be settled. It is believed that a decision in this regard can be taken only after the commission's recommendations. After the new government took over, there have been expectations among the state government employees regarding the Pay Commission, dearness allowances at par with those of central government employees accrued on it. The Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, had also announced that the 7th Pay Commission would be formed to restructure the pay structure of the state government employees. After that announcement, the state government started the initial process of forming the 7th Pay Commission.
Kolkata man arrested for alleged ATM robbery bid in Kannur
Delhi AQI At 275 As GRAP 3 Curbs Kick In; Mumbai, Kolkata Record Unhealthy Air Quality
From Delhi's AQI of 275 to Bengaluru's 60, here's how air quality compares across six Indian cities.
To Make A Social Media Reel, Kolkata Man Forced To Drink Petrol, Set Ablaze
A bid to create viral social media content takes a horrific turn as attackers allegedly douse a man with petrol and set him ablaze in Kolkata.
To Shoot Reel, Kolkata Man Forced To Drink Petrol, Set On Fire. 3 Arrested
The victim managed to escape by running away and removing his burning clothes. Local residents helped take him to the hospital.
Jadavpur University Domain Expert Recruitment 2026
Jadavpur University has invited eligible candidates to attend a Walk-in Interview for the post of Domain Expert. The walk-in interview will be held on 27 November 2026 at School of Cultural Texts and Records (SCTR), Rabindra Bhavan (5th Floor), Jadavpur University, Kolkata. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM. Further details are available at jadavpuruniversity.in.
Kolkata graduate, 22, questions salary race: 'How much money is enough?'
A young engineering graduate from Kolkata is contemplating realistic salary expectations while starting his career. He seeks financial security without the pressure of affluent spending habits seen around him. Discussions on desired salaries and lifestyle choices have led to valuable insights from Reddit users. Varied perspectives highlight the importance of aligning income with personal financial goals. Ultimately, he aims to build a comfortable life without chasing high salaries unnecessarily.
'For a social media reel': Kolkata teen blindfolded, doused in petrol and set on fire
Juhi Chawla features in Apple's 2026 Diwali campaign, titled Step Into the Light, which brings together Indian textiles, traditional dance and technology. Created in collaboration with Indian fashion label Raw Mango, the campaign is part of Apple's Shot on iPhone series and has been filmed entirely using the iPhone 18 Pro. Directed by Raw Mango founder Sanjay Garg, the film is set against the backdrop of Rajasthan's Tijara Fort. It features a group of dancers dressed in traditional Indian textiles, including Chanderi, Mashru and Varanasi brocades. The dancers perform to a folk interpretation of 'Roop Suhana Lagta Hai,' the popular song from Juhi's 1994 film The Gentleman. The campaign takes a nostalgic turn towards its closing moments when Juhi makes an appearance in festive outfits from Raw Mango. One of her looks features a striking purple ensemble. The choreography also draws inspiration from her original performance in the song, bringing a connection between the actor's earlier work and the campaign's contemporary presentation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by apple (@apple) Juhi Chawla revisits her iconic song through Apple's Diwali film The choice of 'Roop Suhana Lagta Hai' gives the campaign a connection to Juhi's filmography while placing Indian textiles and folk performance at its centre. Through the collaboration, Apple and Raw Mango bring together fashion, music and visual storytelling, with the iPhone 18 Pro serving as the sole filming device. The campaign also offers a glimpse of Juhi Chawla's association with the fashion and entertainment space at a time when she has largely stepped back from taking on regular film assignments. The actor has not announced any upcoming movie projects for 2026 or 2027 and remains involved in her business interests. Among her prominent business associations is Kolkata Knight Riders, the IPL franchise she co-owns with Shah Rukh Khan and her husband Jay Mehta. Her investments and business interests have also contributed to her reported wealth, estimated at around Rs. 7,790 crore in the Hurun India Rich List 2025. Also Read:Alisha Chinai makes SHOCKING revelation She was SHORTLISTED with Juhi Chawla for Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak: I didnt go for the final auditionAamir Khan was QUITE upset
Australian Cricketer Chris Lynn Suspended After Testing Positive For Cocaine
The former Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders batter tested positive during a routine anti-doping test in England on July 18.
Todays Gold Rate in India November 6: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on November 6
Tanishq's 22K gold rate stood at 1,31,900 per 10 grams on Dhanteras, November 6, while Malabar Gold priced it at 1,31,500. Here are the latest 22K and 24K rates, price trends and buying muhurat.
Presidency University Project Fellow Recruitment 2026
Institute of Health Sciences, Presidency University, Kolkata has released the official notification for the post of Project Fellow. The last date to send the application by email is 15 November 2026. Further details are available at presiuniv.ac.in.
Northeast India can emerge as strategic gateway to South and Southeast Asia: Experts
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 6 (IANS) Northeast Indias growing geopolitical significance, its strategic location at the intersection of South and Southeast Asia, and its potential to emerge as a key gateway for regional connectivity and economic integration were highlighted by experts during a two-day series of academic engagements in Guwahati organised by the Chintan Research Foundation (CRF). The dialogue titled Northeast India in a Changing Geopolitical Order: Connectivity, Borderlands, Frontier Governance and Strategic Opportunities was organised by the CRF in collaboration with Girijananda Chowdhury University (GCU) and Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU) on November 4 and 5, respectively. The discussions emphasised that Northeast India should not be viewed merely as a peripheral region or transit corridor, but as an active participant in India's regional and international engagements. The regions geographical proximity to Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar and other Southeast Asian countries offers significant opportunities for cross-border trade, connectivity, energy cooperation and people-to-people exchanges. However, these opportunities must be balanced against challenges relating to border management, security, migration, infrastructure gaps and the aspirations of frontier communities. In his special address at GCU, during a One-day Dialogue titled Bangladesh-Northeast India Interface: Connectivity, Borderlands and Geopolitics, Shishir Priyadarshi, President, CRF, emphasised the need for sustained engagement with Bangladesh, citing the 'Woodpecker Approach' of patience and consistent efforts. He highlighted CRF's role in fostering dialogue and research and called for greater inclusion of Northeast India's perspectives in India's foreign policy. The panel discussions highlighted Bangladesh's strategic importance for Northeast India's connectivity through ports, inland waterways and cross-border networks, while examining the Bay of Bengal's growing geopolitical significance, the influence of external powers and the potential of borderlands for economic cooperation. During the second days seminar titled Indias Northeast in a Changing Geopolitical Order: Connectivity, Frontier Governance and Strategic Opportunities, ADBU Vice Chancellor Jose Palely stressed the importance of viewing international borders as spaces of economic opportunity and social interaction, with frontier communities recognised as important stakeholders in governance and development. The sessions across both engagements examined the opportunities and challenges associated with regional connectivity and strategic cooperation. The two-day discussions also highlighted the importance of the Akhaura-Agartala railway link, access to Bangladesh's seaports, inland waterways and road networks, alongside major regional initiatives such as the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway and the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project. The speakers also emphasised the need to improve intra-regional connectivity, upgrade border infrastructure, simplify customs procedures and strengthen institutional coordination. The potential of developing alternative connectivity routes through Bangladesh, including the Agartala-Kolkata road link, was also discussed in the context of reducing excessive dependence on the Siliguri Corridor. The geopolitical discussions addressed China's growing strategic presence, concerns surrounding water security and the Yarlung Tsangpo River, the strategic importance of the Siliguri Corridor, cross-border drug trafficking and the evolving political situation in Myanmar and Bangladesh. The speakers underscored the importance of India's Act East and Neighbourhood First policies, while highlighting the need to translate connectivity initiatives into tangible economic and developmental benefits for local communities. The potential for wider regional cooperation through platforms such as BIMSTEC was also emphasised. The experts called for greater participation of Northeastern states in shaping India's external engagement with neighbouring countries, including through para-diplomacy and stronger institutional cooperation. The discussions emphasised that the region should not merely facilitate connectivity between India and its neighbours but must also emerge as a principal beneficiary of regional cooperation. The two-day engagements underscored that transforming Northeast India into a strategic gateway to South and Southeast Asia requires more than infrastructure development. It called for sustained diplomatic engagement, effective frontier governance, regional cooperation, inclusive development, and the active participation of border communities in shaping the region's future.
Bengal Biennale 2026: Artists, theme, dates and venues
From Rabindranath Tagore, Nandalal Bose and Chittaprosad to contemporary artists and emerging practitioners, the second edition of the Bengal Biennale explores ecology, memory, displacement and belonging through Banalata, across Kolkata and Santiniketan.
Anti-submarine warfare Amini delivered to Indian Navy in Tamil Nadu's Kattupalli
Anti-submarine warfare shallow-water craft Amini, indigenously designed and constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata, was delivered to the Indian Navy at Kattupalli in Tamil Nadu on Thursday. Defenders of the Deep -
Calcutta HC set to pronounce its verdict today in KMC ward delimitation case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 6 (IANS) A Division Bench of the Calcutta High Court will pronounce a crucial verdict on Friday in the case challenging the recent delimitation of wards in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC), which is scheduled to go to the polls this year-end. The hearing in the matter was concluded at the Calcutta High Courts Division Bench of Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharya and Justice Arjun Roy on November 4. However, the Division Bench reserved judgment, barring the West Bengal State Election Commission (WBSEC) from announcing the schedule for the forthcoming KMC polls until the court pronounced the order. Now, on Friday, the Division Bench will pronounce judgment in the matter, and it will be clear whether polling for the formation of the new KMC board will happen by the year-end or not. 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 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 144. Meanwhile, the Communist Party of India(Marxist) 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 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 Bhattacharya and Justice Roy, challenging the order of the single-judge bench. The petitioner contended that if the WBSEC were to announce the schedule of the KMC before a clear judgment in the matter, her petition would not have any relevance. The hearing on the matter in the Division Bench concluded on November 4, and at the end of the hearing, the Division Bench ruled that the WBSEC should not announce the schedule for the KMC polls till the court pronounced its verdict in the matter.
Gold and silver prices today, 6 November: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
I faced lot of hate: RCB star reveals how he was trolled whenever Gill hit a ton
Venkatesh Iyer experienced significant online backlash from Kolkata Knight Riders supporters after Shubman Gill's release. Fans would often criticize him on social media whenever Gill performed well. He revealed his thoughts about his situation ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, mentioning his previous approach to Shah Rukh Khan. After being released, Iyer moved on and joined Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he noticed the strong fan connection.
Will do something for Singur, West Bengal CM signals fresh industrial push
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that the government was in talks with Ashok Leyland for setting up a plant at Singur
Christian community hits the road over recent mob attacks on churches
A five-member delegation of the Bangiya Christiya Pariseba met the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) State Head, Dr. Jishnu Basu, on November 5; Dr. Basu said that attacks or vandalism on places of worship are entirely unacceptable and cannot be justified under any circumstances
A new sunrise: Bengal Inc welcomes incentives offered in states new industrial policy
South suburban pockets supply most of Kolkatas noise demons
Lightweight gold, silver coins set up Dhanteras mood
Rabindra Sarobar regulars fear return of pre-2019 days
Kolkata Police enforce stricter fines on illegal firecracker sellers
SRFTI classes to stay suspended till Dec 11
3 coaching centre teachers thrash traffic cop, held
Tourism dept launches portal to list verified homestays
Drunk driver crashes SUV, injures two, damages Rajiv Gandhi statue
Korean water cannons guard Maidan Bazi Bazaar
Poush Mela to be held from Dec 23
Birth anniversary to celebrate visions of freedom fighter Bipin Chandra Pal
