Domestic Help Attacks Senior Citizen, Steals Gold & Cash
Objections against probe panel members
Shreeram Arcade Traders Stand Up Against Hawker Menace, Cops Step In
Ayushman Bharat sees first major cardiac procedure in Kolkata
Durga Puja mishti variety may dip as makers look to beat sugar spike
JU VC plans more retired jawans, body cameras
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West Bengal Chief Minister Vows to End Anti-National Activities at Jadavpur University
Kolkata, August 22: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari declared on Saturday evening his firm commitment to eradicate anti-national activities at Jadavpur University (JU), located in South Kolkata. He emphasized the need to instill a sense of nationalism at all costs within the university. The Chief Minister pointed out that students are not allowed to ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Vows to End Anti-National Activities at Jadavpur University
Suvendu promises Annapurna aid to all eligible
Former TMC MLA sent to 7-day cop custody in extortion case
Shah holds Gorkhaland meet, says new panel will draft political solution afresh
Two Bengal teachers win National Teachers Award for innovation
JU row: CM targets 'tukde tukde gangs, says Vande Mataram non-negotiable
Malda woman dies by suicide, family blames Annapurna payment delay
Major Arms Haul at TMC Leaders Residence in Murshidabad
Kolkata, August 22: Police in West Bengals Murshidabad district conducted a raid on Saturday at the residence of a local leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), uncovering a significant cache of weapons and ammunition. According to police officials, the seizure took place at the home of Papai Ghosh, the municipal president of the TMCs youth ... Read more Major Arms Haul at TMC Leaders Residence in Murshidabad
Kanwarias hold up train for 90 mins, 6 booked by RPF
Hotel crackdown displaces Bangladeshi tourists, patients
Speaker urges MLAs to adopt no-honking policy
Tripura HC: Child-care leave not unconditional right, requests must be assessed
Kolkata hotel fire: 5 Bangladeshi victims repatriated through Benapole, 1 via Bhomra
Another victim's body to be cremated in Kolkata
To stay in West Bengal, one must sing Vande Mataram: CM Suvendu Adhikari
Tension at Bengals Sandeshkhali after bullets fired at local BJP leaders residence Kolkata: Tension is prevailing at Nazat village under Sandeshkhali-I block in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal with several rounds of bullets being fired targeting the residence of a local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader on Saturday. The local people claimed that [] The post Tension at Bengals Sandeshkhali after bullets fired at local BJP leaders residence appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Amid Kolkata hotel fire, mushrooming lodges in 3 other locations now under scanner
Kolkata, Aug 22 (IANS) Amid the fire incident at a hotel building on Mirza Ghalib Street on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday, killing nine persons, the state fire services department is now bringing under the scanner not only the hotels, lodges and guesthouses in and around that particular area, but also similar mushrooming []
Met office predicts scattered heavy rain in Bengal for next few days
Kolkata, Aug 22 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre in Kolkata on Saturday predicted scattered heavy rain in several districts of north and south Bengal in the next few days, while light to moderate rain will continue in the remaining districts as well. Scattered rains with thunderstorms and lightning are likely in Kolkata, Howrah and Hooghly []
NITTTR Kolkata Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Software Developer, Technician Posts
National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research Kolkata has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 2 Software Developer and Technician posts. The online application process will be conducted up to 07 September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website.
Why is Jadavpur University in Kolkata on the boil? | Explained
The dispute between the two student groups ABVP and Left student unions including the Students Federation of India (SFI), started on Wednesday (August 19) over a general body meeting. The ABVP supporters claimed that the Left-wing supporters cannot call such a meeting as no student union exists at the university.
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: After unleashing the 149 kph toe-crushing yorker, breaking the middle stump during the UPT20 League, Kartik Tyagi attributed his tactical evolution to conversations with former South African international Dale Steyn. The sound of wood splintering at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium was both violent and poetic. Charging in during the second over against the Noida Kings, Tyagi unleashed a searing, toe-crushing yorker clocked at 149 kph. The ball crashed directly into Shaurya Singhs middle stump, snapping it clean out of the ground before trapping Aditya Sharma leg-before on the very next delivery. It was the defining moment of a ferocious spell. Defending a modest total of 116, Tyagi dismantled the opposition's top order with raw, hostile pace, finishing with match-winning figures of 3/12 to secure a 23-run DLS victory and the Player of the Match award for the table-topping Meerut Mavericks. When I worked with Dale Steyn, he emphasised how consistently I need to hit hard-length areas, Tyagi said. In T20 cricket, everyone talks endlessly about slower balls and yorkers, but for me, it is about how relentlessly I can hit a good length at this pace. That thought stays in my mind: the more I pound that length with genuine speed, the more effective I become. Speed has always been Tyagi's signature currency, but his recent consistency is staggering. Since the 2024 edition of the UP T20 League, the right-arm quick has delivered 151 balls exceeding the 140 kph mark, the highest tally by any bowler in the tournament. Yet, watching him touch nearly 150 kph today makes it easy to forget how close his body came to giving up on him altogether. Tyagis journey to this point was anything but linear. Between 2020 and early 2021, minor side strains repeatedly cut short his early IPL campaigns. By late 2021, chronic shin splints began to derail his rhythm, causing persistent calf and shin pain whenever he ramped up to full bowling workloads. The setbacks turned severe in 2022 when a freak leg fracture during a football warm-up on a Ranji Trophy match day sidelined him for months, compounded later by a pelvic bone injury. Over the next two years, the lingering effects of the shin splints and a fresh side strain right before the 2024 IPL season restricted him to sporadic appearances, culminating in a forced pause on his professional career by May 2024. Left unsold at the IPL 2025 auction, Tyagi used the time away to rebuild his body and remodel his mechanics from the foundation up. When I got injured, I kept understanding my body: what is best for me, how I should run, how I should load so that it helps me as a fast bowler, prevents injury, and what action allows me to bowl for long periods, Tyagi explained. First I identified that. Then, when I bowled, I gave myself an entire year, gradually increasing my workload day by day so that my muscles got used to the demands of bowling again. Tyagi targeted the UP T20 League as the proving ground for his second act. Leading the Meerut Mavericks' attack in the 2025 season, he snared 18 wickets in 11 matches, reminding scouts of his high-ceiling potential. Two years ago, I was almost completely out of cricket from everywhere, Tyagi recalled. I had it clear in my mind that if I had to make a comeback, the UP T20 League, which offers an IPL-like platform and environment, was where I needed to perform so people would take notice. I focused entirely on that last year, performed here, and got picked from it. This league helped me resurrect my career in that way. That resurgence earned him a Rs 30 lakh contract with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the IPL 2026 auction. Tyagi capitalised on the opportunity, staging a remarkable top-flight comeback to finish as KKR's leading wicket-taker and fifth overall on the season's Purple Cap leaderboard with 18 wickets in 13 matches. Beyond his own career arc, Tyagi is encouraged by Uttar Pradeshs broader fast-bowling ecosystem, praising the state association's scouting drives. That resurgence earned him a Rs 30 lakh contract with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the IPL 2026 auction. Tyagi capitalised on the opportunity, staging a remarkable top-flight comeback to finish as KKR's leading wicket-taker and fifth overall on the season's Purple Cap leaderboard with 18 wickets in 13 matches. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Seeing how fast bowlers were clocking in showed the depth of talent we have in UP. When boys come through trials like that and play on this stage, it motivates everyone that genuine effort gets rewarded. Article Source: IANS
Vijayan backs Brazil's India visit to inspire a new generation of players
Football legend I M Vijayan has expressed his excitement over the upcoming India-Brazil international friendly on October 3 in Kolkata, saying the visit to the country by the five-time World Cup-winning team will be a lifetime memory for young players. He said the Brazil team's visit would be a major positive development for Indian football and will bring global attention to the country, according a release from the All India Football Federation (AIFF). The young players will play and gain experience, which is a very big thing. It will become a memory for them for the rest of their lives, said the former captain Vijayan who is regarded as one of the greatest footballers India has produced. My football career ended a long time ago. Whatever I played, I played wholeheartedly. Now our players should enjoy the game, he said in the release, adding that hosting a team of Brazil's stature could help generate greater interest in football among people across the country. He also said, .
Major Drug Bust in Manipur: Over
Kolkata, August 22: The Assam Rifles, under the Eastern Commands Spear Corps, seized a significant quantity of narcotics in Manipur on Friday, leading to the arrest of six individuals. According to sources, the operation was conducted with the assistance of the Manipur police and other agencies. The Corps posted on X, stating, Strengthening the fight ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Manipur: Over 27 Crore Worth of Narcotics Seized, Six Arrested
Political Tensions Rise Over Border Security in West Bengal
Kolkata, August 22: Political tensions are escalating in West Bengal regarding border security. State Minister Umesh Rai has claimed that 80% of the land required for fencing along the international border has been handed over to the Border Security Force (BSF) at the central governments request. He accused the previous Mamata Banerjee government of hesitating ... Read more Political Tensions Rise Over Border Security in West Bengal
Agreement first, alliance later: TIPRA Motha to BJP in Tripura
West Bengals New Justice Code Marks End of TMCs Rule, Says Minister Shankar Ghosh
Kolkata, August 22: West Bengals Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh, along with BJP MPs Khagen Murmu and Manoj Tigga, responded to key political and developmental issues in the state following the implementation of the Indian Justice Code. The BJP has launched a sharp attack on the previous Mamata Banerjee government, claiming that the new code signifies ... Read more West Bengals New Justice Code Marks End of TMCs Rule, Says Minister Shankar Ghosh
Owner does not have fire licence for any of his hotels
64-Year-Old Stabs Wife To Death, Ends Life In Kalighat
Politicians shouldnt hijack student agitation: Swapan Dasgupta
After JU, ABVP takes protests to Presidency, Calcutta University
NRS Counsellor Helps 28-Year-Old Deliver Child On Canning Train
Liver & Kidneys Of Brain-Dead 34-Yr-Old Fisherman Save 3 Lives
IIT-Kgp Launches 2-day AI Programme At Houston Centre
Railways plans wider Apple transport network for 2026 season
Jammu, Aug 21: The Railways on Friday held a meeting with the Horticulture Department, fruit growers, traders and aggregators in Srinagar to chalk out arrangements for the safe, timely and economical transportation of apples during the upcoming 2026 season. The meeting was attended by railway officials from Jammu Division, including the Assistant Commercial Manager and Assistant Operations Manager, along with officials of the Horticulture Department and around 3035 representatives of growers, farmers, traders and aggregators, both physically and virtually. Detailed discussions were held on the transportation of apples from the Anantnag and Pampore Goods Sheds and the movement of fruit through parcel trains from Budgam to Adarsh Nagar in Delhi. Representatives of the horticulture sector appreciated the Railways for its services during the 2025 season, particularly when the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway faced closures due to natural disruptions. Last year, Jammu Division transported around 20,000 tonnes of apples from Kashmir to various markets across the country through goods trains, JPP-RCS parcel trains, parcel vans and BCN wagons. For the upcoming season, it was decided that the Directorate of Horticulture would provide the Railways with details of the expected apple volume and transportation requirements within a week to facilitate timely arrangements for parcel van rakes and BCN wagons. Railway officials also urged aggregators and traders to use the parcel service according to their requirements and submit indents in advance. They said traders could submit their requests online to enable the Railways to include consignments in scheduled routes and arrange parcel rakes or wagons on priority. Officials said rail transportation would offer farmers and aggregators a more economical alternative to road transport, helping reduce per-box freight costs and improve returns. They also highlighted the advantage of rail connectivity during bad weather, landslides and highway closures, reducing the risk of delays and fruit spoilage. The meeting also discussed bulk transportation through parcel vans and BCN wagons, as well as connectivity from Budgam to major fruit markets, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata. Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu, Uchit Singhal said the Railways was committed to supporting the horticulture sector and improving transportation facilities for farmers and traders. Our target is that this year more apples should be transported through Railways than last year. All farmer and trader brothers should join the Railway parcel service in maximum numbers, he said. The participating aggregators expressed their willingness to work with the Railways for apple transportation during the 2026 season.
Ownership maze chokehold works against reform in hotel zone
Some lodges shut, others hike rates; guests left high and dry
Over 52 hotels in New Market area close down after KMC, fire department slap notice
37 hrs on, JU VC files plaint against unknown outsiders
Gold prices staged a sharp recovery in India on Friday, while silver also surged as investors moved towards precious metals amid a weaker US dollar. According to the Bullions website, gold was priced at Rs 1,59,870 per 10 grams and silver at Rs 2,44,410 per kg.
Vijayan: Brazil Visit A Boost For Indian Football
Indian football icon I M Vijayan has voiced his enthusiasm for the upcoming India-Brazil international friendly in Kolkata on October 3. He believes the visit by the five-time World Cup champions will provide invaluable experience and lasting memories for young Indian players, significantly boosting the sport's profile and attracting global attention to Indian football.
Monitor puja committee infighting, CP tells cops
Brazil Delegation Reviews Kolkata's Football Preparations
A delegation from the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) visited Kolkata to inspect venues and infrastructure for the upcoming international friendly against India on October 3. The inspection covered the stadium, training facilities, accommodation, and security, with West Bengal's Sports Minister assuring world-class arrangements.
Sugar price surges 46% to Rs 70/kg in fortnight
Teachers must perform census duty but wont have to work after school: HC
Parents help child get over snakebite trauma
A day after violence, university repairs emblem but scars remain on campus
JU students, alumni rally against campus terror, teachers hold cease-work
Amit Shah Unveils New Criminal Laws Focused on Transparency and Technology
Kolkata, August 21: Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated on Friday that three new criminal lawsthe Indian Justice Code, the Indian Citizen Security Code, and the Indian Evidence Actare more transparent, technology-driven, and timely compared to the outdated colonial criminal justice system. While addressing an exhibition showcasing the provisions of these laws, Shah emphasized, The ... Read more Amit Shah Unveils New Criminal Laws Focused on Transparency and Technology
Brazil football delegation inspects Kolkata for India-Brazil friendly
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Kolkata hotel management student held for stealing Rs 4.55 lakh From Mumbai family
West Bengal Government Orders Reverification of Birth Certificates Issued from 2021 to 2026
Kolkata, August 21: The West Bengal government has issued a notification mandating the reverification of birth certificates released between 2021 and 2026. These certificates were issued during the last five years under the leadership of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress government. According to the notification from the office of Chief Secretary Manoj ... Read more West Bengal Government Orders Reverification of Birth Certificates Issued from 2021 to 2026
Rohini Nilekani urges Indian philanthropy to embrace risk, patience
State extends Annapurna Yojana 3rd instalment disbursal
Triangular security grid will secure sensitive Siliguri Corridor, says Shah
Union Minister Annpurna Devi Leads Discussion on Womens Safety and Empowerment
New Delhi, August 21: Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Annpurna Devi, chaired a meeting of the advisory committee associated with the ministry in Kolkata on Friday. The discussion focused on womens safety, protection, and empowerment initiatives. The meeting emphasized three key components of the Mission Shakti program: One Stop Centers (OSCs), the Pradhan ... Read more Union Minister Annpurna Devi Leads Discussion on Womens Safety and Empowerment
Narcotics worth over Rs 27 crore seized in Manipur, six held
Narcotics worth over Rs 27 crore seized in Manipur, six held Kolkata/Imphal: The Assam Rifles, under the Spear Corps of the Armys Eastern Command, made a major narcotics seizure in Manipur on Friday. Six people were apprehended in this connection. The raid was conducted with assistance from the Manipur Police and other agencies, sources said. [] The post Narcotics worth over Rs 27 crore seized in Manipur, six held appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Abhishek Banerjee Receives Interim Relief in Three Cases from Kolkata High Court
Kolkata, August 21: The Kolkata High Court granted interim relief to Abhishek Banerjee, the national general secretary of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and MP from Diamond Harbour, in three additional FIR cases against him. This decision, made by a single bench on Friday, protects him from arrest and any stringent police action related to these ... Read more Abhishek Banerjee Receives Interim Relief in Three Cases from Kolkata High Court
Goyal discusses Singapore biz orgs India investment plans at meet
Kolkata High Court Sets Conditions for Teachers Involvement in Census Work
Kolkata, August 21: The Kolkata High Courts single-judge bench has established several conditions for the involvement of teachers from government schools in West Bengal in census work. Justice Krishna Raos bench has already informed the relevant schools about the need for teachers for census duties. Justice Rao emphasized that schools must arrange for substitute teachers ... Read more Kolkata High Court Sets Conditions for Teachers Involvement in Census Work
Shah pays tribute to Bismillah Khan on his death anniv
Shah sets 6-month CAA citizenship deadline for Bdeshi refugees
JU postpones FET exams amid campus unrest
HC interim relief to Abhishek in 3 more cases
Lumino Industries to launch 700-crore IPO on August 27, fixes price band at 78-82 per share
The offer, with a face value of 5 per equity share, of the Kolkata-based company comprises a fresh issue up to 500 crore and an offer for sale up to 200 crore by promoters
No dispute about land status of Lux Cozi grps Dankuni project, says comm secy
Bengal investment features in Goyal-Singapore bizmen meet
Oil drilling project sparks protests over pollution concerns in Tripura
It's (not) only words | Museum of Word at the National Library, Kolkata
It's (not) only words | Museum of Word at the National Library, Kolkata
Bhaichung Bhutia Urges Fans To Boycott India-Brazil Match, Questions Rs 70 Crore Spend
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia has called for fans to boycott the upcoming India-Brazil friendly in Kolkata, questioning the reported 50-70 crore expenditure on a single 90-minute match. India are scheduled to face five-time world champions Brazil at Kolkatas Salt Lake Stadium on October 3. While the high-profile fixture has generated considerable excitement among football [] The post Bhaichung Bhutia Urges Fans To Boycott India-Brazil Match, Questions Rs 70 Crore Spend appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jadavpur University files police complaints over campus violence
One of the complaints was lodged over a crowd's entry to the campus at midnight, the attempt to damage the main gate, setting on fire festoons and locking some students inside one of the buildings
SC flags fireballs, seeks fresh survey on hulla parties
Tibetan communities across New Delhi, Kolkata and Shimla marked the 49th day since activist Lobsang Palden, also known as Lobga Rangza, immolated himself outside the United Nations headquarters in New York on July 2, 2026, with prayer services and protests.
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West Bengal should rebuild its crumbling, hazardous infrastructure
Sugar prices soar to 70 per kg ahead of festive season in West Bengal
Retail sugar prices have shot up to Rs 70 per kg in Kolkata markets ahead of the festive season, traders said on Friday. Prices have surged by Rs 20 a kg in the past month alone, while the last four to five days have seen a sudden 10 per cent jump, they said. Sugar-associated products such as jaggery, batasa (sugar drop), and nakuldana are also witnessing a similar spike. The Centre on Thursday evening allowed sugar mills to import one million tonne of raw sugar, a measure last resorted to a decade ago, but its impact is yet to trickle down to retail markets, traders said. The government has also imposed a stockholding limit on bulk customers who consume more than 10 tonne of sugar a month, capping their stock at 15 days' consumption. Confederation of West Bengal Trade Association (CWBTA) president Sushil Poddar said there was no control over sugar mills, with wholesale prices already touching Rs 65 a kg. I sold loose sugar at Rs 65 just three days ago, but today I can't sell bel
Frederic Tudor embarked on an unprecedented journey by transporting ice from the ponds of New England to the sweltering climate of Calcutta. This daring enterprise required a lengthy four-month expedition, marked by two crossings of the equator. Due to substantial loss during transit, ice became a luxury item savored by the affluent and colonial leaders in Calcutta, exemplifying humanity's quest for coolness long before the era of refrigeration.
CBF delegation gives positive feedback after Salt Lake Stadium recce
The General Supervisor of Men's National Teams, Sergio Dimas-led delegation arrived in Kolkata in the early hours on Thursday. They began reviewing the hospitality arrangements before reaching the stadium around 5 PM
Bhaichung Bhutia Wants India Fans To Boycott Brazil Clash. Here's The Reason
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia urged football fans to boycott the upcoming high-profile friendly match against Brazil in Kolkata.
CNMC Kolkata Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
Calcutta National Medical College & Hospital (CNMC Kolkata) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post of Medical Officer. Candidates with MBBS can attend Walkin. The Walk-in on 10-09-2026. For detailed information please visit CNMC Kolkata official website.
Congress Divides the Nation with Vande Mataram: Dilip Ghosh
Kolkata, August 21: Dilip Ghosh, a minister in the West Bengal government, has voiced his opinions on Congresss decision to sing only two verses of Vande Mataram, Rahul Gandhis statements regarding OBCs, the incident at Jadavpur University, and Union Home Minister Amit Shahs visit to Bengal. Regarding Congresss insistence on singing just two verses of ... Read more Congress Divides the Nation with Vande Mataram: Dilip Ghosh
Gold and silver prices today, 21 August: 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.
India vs Cabo Verde friendly gets likely date as Brazil team inspects Kolkata
India vs Cabo Verde friendly gets likely date as Brazil team inspects Kolkata
Ankur Warikoo shared the story of a Kolkata student who once felt his life was over after missing his dream college. Five years ago, the student wrote to Warikoo, questioning whether his hard work had been wasted. Warikoo encouraged him to move forward. Years later, the student joined St. Xaviers Kolkata, worked at McKinsey and secured admission to IIM Calcutta, saying he was grateful for how things turned out.
