CM Mohan Yadav to flag off four new air routes from Bhopal today
Bhopal, Aug 9 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will launch four new direct air services for the state at a programme at Raja Bhoj Airport on Sunday, August 9. The new routesBhopal-Rewa, Bhopal-Patna, Rewa-Kolkata and Jabalpur-Kolkatawill be operated by Alliance Air. On the occasion, the Chief Minister will flag off the inaugural Bhopal-Rewa []
Assam govt hails efforts of Indian Army
Kolkata, Aug 8 (IANS) The efforts by the 134 Ecological Task Force (ETF) of the Indian Armys Eastern Command were lauded by the Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah on Saturday. The Minister visited the ETFs headquarters in the Sonitpur district of the state and acknowledged the afforestation, eco-restoration and soil-water conservation initiatives taken by the []
Make E20 fuel optional, demand motorists
KP expedites Pocso case reviews
8 Calcutta HC addl judges take oath
Health dept will probe RG Kar docs rape-murder: Min
Cops to take a new look at cycle curbs in city
New Mkt hawkers play cat-&-mouse with cops
Eastern Railway GM Inspects Sealdah Division, Reviews Safety and Passenger Amenities
Kolkata, August 8: The General Manager of Eastern Railway, Geetika Pandey, conducted an inspection on Saturday of various sections of the Sealdah Division, one of the busiest divisions in Indian Railways. During her visit, she reviewed operational efficiency, safety measures, and passenger amenities. The Sealdah Division serves millions of passengers daily. It operates over 700 ... Read more Eastern Railway GM Inspects Sealdah Division, Reviews Safety and Passenger Amenities
Wildlife officials seize rare snakehead fish consignment at airport
Girl rescued after boyfriend lures, sells her in Sonagachhi for sex trade
16-year-old ends up in Kolkata's red-light area after fleeing with 'lover', rescued within an hour
Driven by ideology, party workers at times distanced from Gen Z: Samik
Former TMC Naihati MLA arrested
Twist in harassment case: Never met Swarup Biswas, says woman
Cant wipe out deviations, but BJP wont tolerate discipline: Samik warning to workers
150+ young chefs, one plate of India: Kolkata school hosts Festival of India food fiesta
Photography can inspire wildlife conservation: Ace photographer Dhritiman Mukherjee
Veteran actor and BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty underwent a successful surgical procedure at a private hospital in Kolkata on Thursday. According to hospital sources, the actor is currently in stable condition and is recovering well following the surgery. Chakraborty underwent the procedure to remove a metal plate that had been implanted after an earlier injury. The surgery was completed successfully, and the actor continues to remain under medical observation at the hospital. Sources have also stated that there have been no complications following the procedure. Amid the actors hospitalisation, actor and TMC politician Dev Adhikari visited him to check on his health. Dev later shared a picture with Chakraborty on Instagram, along with a heartfelt message for the veteran actor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) Sharing the picture, Dev wrote, You have always been like a father figure to me. Wishing you the best of health, happiness and everything you deserve. The visit comes as Mithun Chakraborty continues his recovery after the surgical procedure. While the actor remains under observation, reports from hospital sources indicate that his condition is stable and there are no immediate complications. Mithun Chakraborty, one of the prominent names in Indian cinema, has had a long career spanning several decades. He has also been active in politics and is associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). For now, the veteran actor is expected to continue recovering under medical supervision. Further updates on his health are likely to follow as doctors monitor his condition. Also Read : Mithun Chakraborty undergoes surgery in Kolkata; CM Suvendu Adhikari visits actor in hospital
Over 300 Jainti families agree to move out for Buxa tiger project
West Bengal govt to hold stakeholders meeting on industrial policy on Aug 11
High Court Denies Bail to TMC Leader in Surendranath College Fund Embezzlement Case
Kolkata, August 8: In a significant setback for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and senior lawyer Debashish Bandyopadhyay, the Calcutta High Court has rejected his plea for anticipatory bail in the Surendranath College fund embezzlement case. Justice Tirthankar Ghosh dismissed the application after hearing the arguments. Following the filing of an FIR against him, Bandyopadhyay ... Read more High Court Denies Bail to TMC Leader in Surendranath College Fund Embezzlement Case
Where the Hotel Lobby Becomes a Classroom
Parvinder Bual, K Mohanchandran, Suhel Seth, Anindita Chatterjee others at Taj Hotels-Prabha Khaitan Foundation Prayas MoU signing. Sushmita Sen with young recruits Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 28: At most hotels, the welcome is where hospitality begins. At Taj Bengal this week, it was also where something bigger began a partnership that puts young []
School Headmaster Shot Dead in West Bengal: Investigation Underway
Kolkata, August 8: A school headmaster was shot dead by unidentified assailants in broad daylight in the North Dinajpur district of West Bengal on Saturday. The victim, Nazrul Islam, was attacked while heading to work in the Madaripur area. After being shot, he was rushed to the Islamapur Sub-Divisional Hospital and later transferred to a ... Read more School Headmaster Shot Dead in West Bengal: Investigation Underway
Abhishek Banerjees Personal Assistant Summoned for CID Inquiry After Arrest Stay
Kolkata, August 8: Sumit Roy, the personal assistant of Trinamool Congress General Secretary and Lok Sabha member Abhishek Banerjee, finally appeared at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) office in South Kolkata for questioning on Saturday morning. He had been evading authorities for an extended period, with multiple cases and FIRs filed against him. To secure ... Read more Abhishek Banerjees Personal Assistant Summoned for CID Inquiry After Arrest Stay
PFRDA Organises Outreach Event in Kolkata to Promote StAR NPS and National Pension System
PFRDA promotes wider pension coverage through StAR NPS, digital onboarding, and enhanced access for Mutual Fund Distributors in Kolkata.
Bengal school headmaster critically injured in firing by unidentified assailants
Kolkata, Aug 8 (IANS)A government primary school headmaster was critically injured after unidentified assailants opened fire on him in West Bengals North Dinajpur district on Saturday, police officials said. The incident took place in the Madaripur area in Islampur. The injured person has been identified as Nazrul Islam. He is the headmaster of Rajabhim Primary []
LPG Price Today: New rates of LPG cylinders released, check the new prices
LPG Price Today: There has been no cut in the prices of LPG cylinders today on Saturday. Prices remain at the old level. Earlier on August 1, the price of LPG cylinder was reduced by Rs 209 in Kolkata. This reduction was in the price of commercial cylinders. Let us tell you, there was no [] The post LPG Price Today: New rates of LPG cylinders released, check the new prices first appeared on informalnewz .
State push for science thesis abstracts in Bengali
Govt to hosps: Ayushman launch Aug 16, be ready
While 12 accusedremainin custody, the victims father asks why others named in the universitys internal probe have not faced prosecution
Road closures, parking ban for Har Ghar Tiranga rally in Kolkata
Plan for statue for Partition victims at Sealdah station
Mithun Chakraborty undergoes surgery, chief minister Suvendu Adhikari pays him visit
Rally by sacked schoolteachers
FIR against Bansdroni man for Yogi slur
Jam concern as Garia Station Road shuts for 3 months
Kol Theatre Activist Bashed Up After Row Over Religion
Eye on high-rise work resumption, builders start calling back workers to sites
FIR filed after $6,000 stolen from Kolkata scientist-bizmans bag in Mumbai five-star hotel
Bengal Health Dept raises ceiling on trainee reserve doctors
Kolkata, Aug 7 (IANS) The West Bengal Health Department on Friday issued a notification increasing the ceiling on the maximum permissible number of doctors that can be kept under the trainee reserve category. Earlier, the figure was 477 and, as per the state government notification, henceforth the number of in-service doctors that can be kept []
Low pressure over Bay, Kol may continue to get rain
Bengal to Serve Eggs with Midday Meals from today, SHGs to supply initially
Premium S Kol addresses fall behind added areas in post-delimitation ward sequence
Right wing union performs yajna at JU to get officials out
Adhikari said Chakraborty is recovering well, is likely to be discharged soon, and had requested that the procedure not be publicised. The Chief Minister described him as an asset of Bengal and praised his contribution to both cinema and politics.
Rath Murder: CBI charge sheet names 11, probes political links
NCPI MPs meet PM in Delhi, rebel Trinamool MLAs meet CM in Kolkata
After the rebellion in the Trinamool Congress, the meetings between BJP leaders, MPs and MLAs who have deserted Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee have become quite frequent
Govt incentives to be linked to job creation, not investment size: Tapas Roy
Centre confirms rare earth mineral discovery in Purulia, plans auction
NCPI MPs happy as PM breaks ice at breakfast meet
Bengal govt courts foreign investment to boost tourism
Centre signs MoU for Asansol ESI medical college project
Blood centres allowed in-house collection: State informs HC
State brings pvt hosps under U-WIN for birth, vaccine tracking
HC nixes Kunal plea for judicial review
TMC blames extra workload, seeks relief for ASHA workers family
Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has suggested that Mumbai Indians should seek a major return if they decide to trade captain Hardik Pandya. It is not being understood that three franchises, including Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings are heavily interested in the all-rounder, but the three-time champions could be slightly ahead in the negotiations.
West Bengal Government to Host Celebrating Freedom Through Bengal Exhibition
Kolkata, August 7: Ahead of Independence Day, the West Bengal government is set to launch a special exhibition titled Celebrating Freedom Through Bengal at Lok Bhavan. The exhibition will be inaugurated by Governor R. N. Ravi on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 5 PM. According to a press release from the West Bengal government, this ... Read more West Bengal Government to Host Celebrating Freedom Through Bengal Exhibition
Cities to be developed as growth engines: Agnimitra
Swapan outlines eco roadmap of new Bengal
West Bengal Increases Maximum Number of Reserved Trainee Doctors
Kolkata, August 7: The West Bengal Health Department announced on Friday that it has increased the maximum number of doctors allowed in the reserved trainee category. Previously, the limit was set at 477, but the state governments new notification raises this number to 662. Doctors in the reserved trainee category are serving government medical officers ... Read more West Bengal Increases Maximum Number of Reserved Trainee Doctors
Australian Cricketer Shane Watson Inspires Archer Sahil Jadhav Ahead of Asian Games
Kolkata, August 7: Sahil Jadhav is an emerging name in Indian archery. His next goal is to win a medal for the country at the Asian Games 2026. Interestingly, his inspiration comes not from another archer but from Australian cricket legend Shane Watson. In an interview with SAI Media, Jadhav shared, I started reading Shane ... Read more Australian Cricketer Shane Watson Inspires Archer Sahil Jadhav Ahead of Asian Games
EC to start Tripura SIR process from Sept 5
West Bengal plans Kolkata ring road, EM Bypass-New Town flyover to ease congestion
The West Bengal government plans a ring road and a new flyover for Kolkata. These infrastructure projects aim to ease traffic congestion and boost business growth. The state is also upgrading urban services like drainage and water supply systems. Renewable energy use will expand significantly by 2030. New mortuary facilities and electric crematoria will be established across districts.
Mithun Chakraborty hospitalised in Kolkata; WB CM Suvendu Adhikari visits him, shares health update
Veteran actor and BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty has been admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata after undergoing a minor surgical procedure. The development was made public by West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, who visited the actor in hospital and later shared an update on his health.
Mithun Chakraborty undergoes minor surgery, Suvendu Adhikari reveals updates
Veteran actor and politician Mithun Chakraborty was recently admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata and underwent a minor surgery.
Mithun Chakraborty hospitalised in Kolkata, undergoes minor surgery
Mithun Chakraborty has been hospitalised in Kolkata after a physical health issue. The veteran actor and BJP leader underwent a minor operation on Thursday night and is reportedly doing well. The West Bengal Chief Minister said he will be discharged soon
Kolkata is set to host one of the most significant fixtures in Indian football history on October 3 after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) secured West Bengal government's backing for an international friendly between India and five-time FIFA World Cup winners Brazil.
Calcutta high court refuses urgent hearing to Abhishek Banerjee aide Sumit Roy in 4 FIR case
Rahane Joins Amsterdam Flames As Marquee Player For Inaugural ETPL
European T20 Premier League: Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has signed with the Amsterdam Flames as the franchise's marquee player for the inaugural edition of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), set to begin on August 26. On July 30, Rahane announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats. Rahane represented India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is for India, while his final international appearance came against the West Indies in a two-game Test series in July 2023. Cricket has given me so much, and Ive always believed that players have a responsibility to leave the game stronger than they found it. Europe is entering an exciting phase and has the potential to become one of crickets most promising frontiers. What impressed me about Amsterdam Flames is the ambition to build something meaningful that creates a lasting impact both on and off the field. Im excited to work alongside the management to build a successful franchise while helping inspire the next generation and strengthen crickets future across Europe, Rahane said in a statement issued by the tournament on Friday. Rahane is currently in England as a commentator for the Hundred. Steve Waugh, the former Australia captain whos the co-founder and Chief Cricket Officer of Amsterdam Flames, welcomed Rahane into the set-up. Ajinkya Rahane represents everything you want in a professional cricketer - skill, resilience, humility and leadership. Throughout his career he has earned enormous respect across the cricket world, not only for his performances but for the way he has conducted himself on and off the field. Ive seen first-hand the composure and leadership he brings under pressure, and those qualities help shape winning cultures. His experience, leadership and character will be invaluable as we build Amsterdam Flames into one of Europe's premier cricket clubs. In the IPL, Rahane played 212 games for six teams and amassed 5367 in the tournament, including captaining Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2025 and 2026 seasons and being a tournament winner with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2023. Abhishek Bachchan, Co-owner of the ETPL, highlighted the significance of Rahane's signing for the upcoming league. Ajinkya Rahane joining Steve Waughs Amsterdam Flames is a significant moment for both the franchise and the ETPL and another important milestone in our vision to accelerate the growth of cricket across Europe. Players of Ajinkyas calibre not only raise the standard of the competition but also inspire and mentor the next generation of European cricketers. We are delighted to welcome him to the ETPL family. Abhishek Bachchan, Co-owner of the ETPL, highlighted the significance of Rahane's signing for the upcoming league. Ajinkya Rahane joining Steve Waughs Amsterdam Flames is a significant moment for both the franchise and the ETPL and another important milestone in our vision to accelerate the growth of cricket across Europe. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ajinkyas professionalism, experience and leadership perfectly align with our vision of building a franchise that competes at the highest level while making a lasting contribution to the growth of cricket across Europe, he said. Article Source: IANS
India To Host Brazil In Kolkata With Government Backing
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has assured the All India Football Federation of full government support to host India's biggest-ever international football fixture against five-time World Cup champions Brazil in Kolkata on October 3. This historic match will be India's first against a top-five FIFA-ranked nation, offering crucial exposure to the national team despite initial concerns over crowd management.
'Want to meet Suvendu-babu': Bengal man climbs lamp post, performs pull-ups, stunts for 40 minutes
'Staying With One Franchise Key To Creating Legacy', Says Pathan
Kolkata Knight Riders: Former India left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes that a cricketer can build a lasting legacy only by staying with a single IPL franchise, though he acknowledged that retention rules and auction dynamics often leave players with little control over their long-term association. Pathans comments come at a time when rumours around Hardik Pandyas future in Mumbai Indians (MI) have been subject to immense speculation. If you want to create a legacy as a player, you can do that only by staying with one franchise, if you get that opportunity. But usually, that doesn't happen. My first team was Punjab, and I played there for three years. In the fourth year, Punjab wanted me to stay, but due to the retention rules and other such reasons, they couldn't retain any players. Nobody was retained. So, sometimes these things are not in the players' hands either. The franchise wants it too, said Pathan on JioHotstar's series 'Cheeky Singles'. He also highlighted how retention constraints often force teams to part ways with players they groomed, citing Shubman Gill's exit from Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as an example. Take KKR, for example. I'm sure the players who left, if asked whether they wanted to leave, would say no. A player like Shubman Gill, they would have wanted to keep him. They groomed him and picked him first. But sometimes circumstances are such that you simply can't retain players. If you get the chance to stay with one franchise, let go of a few things, build your legacy, and stay with that team, he added. Recalling his stint with the Punjab franchise during the 2009 IPL in South Africa, Pathan shared a fond memory of co-owner Preity Zinta making parathas for the team after a victory. When we went to South Africa, we lost a few matches at the start. Everyone was upset, including our boss, Preity Zinta. She gathered the entire team and said, 'Look, if you win the next match, I'll host a party for all of you with Indian food, and I'll make parathas for you.' Everyone was already craving Indian food. In the very next game, we won a low-scoring match. True to her word, Preity fulfilled her promise. She gathered all the players at the hotel and made parathas. Playing is our job; we didn't do anything extraordinary, but she is such a lovely lady, so warm and caring. Even when we lost regularly, and despite being disappointed, she would attend team meetings, speak to us, ask how we could improve, and never lose her cool, he elaborated. Addressing the issue of social media misinformation and online trolling, Pathan opened up about a fake report claiming Pakistani skipper Babar Azam had denied him an interview. The trolling and fake attribution happen every day. The media in our neighbouring country once ran a story claiming that I had gone to interview Babar Azam and that he refused because, according to him, 'He trolls our country, so I won't give him an interview.' It was a complete lie. Addressing the issue of social media misinformation and online trolling, Pathan opened up about a fake report claiming Pakistani skipper Babar Azam had denied him an interview. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It got over a million views, and people believed it was me. This happens every day, but I don't respond. Every day, some lie is told in our name or about some player. If you keep responding to everyone, you won't be able to live your life, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Pujara's 'fanboy moment' with SRK
Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara shared memorable anecdotes from his IPL career, including a 'fanboy moment' meeting Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Shah Rukh Khan and Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood's humorous refusal to bowl to him in the Chennai Super Kings nets.
Hazlewood Refused To Bowl To Me In CSK Nets, Recalls Pujara
Chennai Super Kings: Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara revealed a light-hearted moment involving Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood during their time together at Chennai Super Kings (CSK), recalling how the quick jokingly refused to bowl to him in the nets after battling him endlessly in Test cricket. Having spent hours facing Hazlewood during India's memorable Border-Gavaskar Trophy series victories in Australia in 2018/19 and 2020/21, Pujara shared the humorous exchange with Hazlewood during his time of being with CSK in the IPL. During the Australia series in 2018 and 2021, I played a lot against Josh Hazlewood. Then I got picked by CSK. The first time I went to bat in the nets, Hazlewood refused to bowl to me. He said, 'I won't bowl to him.' Even though he was my teammate, he refused. He joked that he had bowled to me far too much over the previous few months before the IPL, so he wasn't going to bowl to me again. He was kidding, but he actually didn't bowl to me, said Pujara on JioHotstar's series 'Cheeky Singles'. Reflecting on his early IPL career, Pujara, who played 103 Tests for India, also recalled experiencing a fanboy moment when meeting Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner, actor-producer Shah Rukh Khan, though he noted that team culture and cricket development remain a player's primary priority over celebrity presence. He joked that he had bowled to me far too much over the previous few months before the IPL, so he wasn't going to bowl to me again. He was kidding, but he actually didn't bowl to me, said Pujara on JioHotstar's series 'Cheeky Singles'. Also Read: Live Cricket Score You want to be there because of the environment the franchise creates, the opportunity to learn from legendary players, play alongside them, and improve your cricket. That is what matters, he added. Article Source: IANS
West Bengal Minister Questions Arrests in Jharkhand Protests
Kolkata, August 7: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh has voiced his concerns regarding the ongoing protests by JPSC-JSSC candidates in Jharkhand. He addressed various political issues, including exam paper leaks, delimitation, and comments made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. In response to the protests by JPSC-JSSC candidates, Ghosh emphasized that ... Read more West Bengal Minister Questions Arrests in Jharkhand Protests
Three NCPI MPs from Bengal meet Amit Shah as uncertainty prevails over their stance
The Muslim MPs Khalilur Rahaman, Yusuf Pathan and Abu Taher Khan said they raised the issue of SIR deletions and restrictions on the use of loudspeakers in mosques with the Home Minister
Abhishek Banerjee approaches SC for permission to travel abroad
Kolkata: Following the dismissal of the petition filed by the Trinamool Congress general secretary and the partys Lok Sabha member, Abhishek Banerjee, for permission to travel abroad for ophthalmic treatment by a single-judge bench of the Calcutta High Court earlier this week, the Diamond Harbour MP has once again approached the Supreme Court in the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Emami Agrotech enters Indias ready-to-eat snacks market with WeMe launch
The Kolkata-based company plans to invest 750 crore in the venture and targets 1,000 crore in revenue over the next five to seven years
Bengal CM renames housing scheme, gives aid to 10 lakh beneficiaries
The scheme for housing for the rural poor was lying in limbo for the past few years during the previous Trinamool Congress government
Gold and silver prices today, 7 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.
10 New Restaurants In Mumbai, Bengaluru, And More Cities To Try This Month
2026 brings new restaurants offering diverse cuisines across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Hyderabad.
Bengal BJP fights against its Trinamoolification
Having coming to power in West Bengal earlier this year, the State unit of theBJPis facing a major political challenge, which party leaders are describing as its Trinamoolification. Implicit in this word is that several leaders from theTrinamoolCongress are joining the party and being given key responsibilities, and that theBJPis embracing the very culture of the party it opposed and contested against, findsShivSahaySingh
Bengal to allot land parcels to 25 industries within a month: CM Suvendu Adhikari
Bengal reconstitutes backward classes commission
