Crispin Chettri targets long-term growth after Russia defeat
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) India Head Coach Crispin Chettri backed his young side to continue their development after the new-look Indian womens national team went down 0-4 to Russia in the first of two international friendly matches at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan. Iana Sheinas moment of brilliance gave the visitors the lead in the 40th minute, and substitute Kira Petukhova struck twice in the 60th and 65th minutes. Iana Svistunova completed the scoring in the 81st minute as Russias sustained pressure wore down the Blue Tigresses after the break. Despite the result, Chettri was pleased with the character shown by his players during the opening stages, and stressed the importance of taking the learning forward as India build towards their long-term goals. I think the positive of this match is, although being a young side, we showed character. We are not scared to press; we are not scared to run. We try to do things which are in our control, Chettri said during the post-match press conference. Head coach also highlighted the commitment shown by the players during the teams 25-day camp, pointing to their efforts in dealing with Russias physical presence and set-pieces. The most important thing is we showed character, we didnt give up. So thats the best thing for me, he added. Chettri acknowledged that the lack of competitive football since June proved challenging, particularly against a Russian side in the middle of its league season. However, he underlined that the experience would be valuable for the young players as they continue to grow at the international level. Looking ahead to the second friendly on October 11, Chettri revealed that the team will work on improving their ability to sustain their intensity for longer periods, while also giving more opportunities to youngsters who featured in the latter stages of the first match. With the 2029 AFC Womens Asian Cup next in sight, Chettri stressed that developing a wider pool of players remains central to the teams progress. The second encounter against Russia will provide another opportunity for the emerging group to gain valuable international experience and build on the lessons from Thursdays contest.
Zeljkovic shines as Mohun Bagan defeat East Bengal to clinch IFA Shield
Riding on Samir Zeljkovic's solitary strike, Mohun Bagan Super Giant retained the IFA Shield with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over arch-rivals East Bengal in a fiercely contested Kolkata Derby at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Thursday. Bosnian midfielder Zeljkovic scored the decisive goal in the 45th minute, converting shortly before the interval to give the Mariners their 22nd IFA Shield title. This is the 22nd time that Mohun Bagan claimed the prestigious tournament and after nearly five decades that they have won the Calcutta Football League (CFL) and IFA Shield in same season. Last time they achieved the feat, late PK Banerjee was the coach in the year 1976. It was far from a fluent performance from either side, but Mohun Bagan looked considerably more assured than they had in the Durand Cup final earlier this season, when East Bengal had inflicted a 4-1 defeat on their city rivals. Zeljkovic broke the deadlock on the stroke of half-time after controlling a chipp
Bengal Speaker seeks fresh application in 10 Trinamool MLAs' disqualification case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) The West Bengal Assembly Speaker, Rathindra Bose, has sought a fresh application to correct some procedural errors in the previous petition due to which the decision on the disqualification of the ten rebel Trinamool Congress legislators has been kept pending. The ten MLA group includes the leader of the rebel faction and expelled party legislator, Ritabrata Banerjee, who is currently the official Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Assembly. The decision was made by the Speaker after he conducted a crucial hearing on the matter on Thursday, the information on which surfaced on Friday morning. However, sources aware of the development said the Speaker had made it clear that his seeking a fresh application in the matter has nothing to do with the main issue, which is the disqualification of the 10 rebel legislators. It is learnt that during the examination of the main application by veteran Trinamool Congress legislator, Sovandeb Chattopadhyay, a leading face in the former Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee-led faction in Trinamool Congress, it was revealed that while the application was proper as per procedural norms, the documents attached to it were not examined and signed as per the procedural norms. As per the West Bengal Legislative Assembly (Disqualification on Grounds of Defection) Rules, it is mandatory that the documents attached to the petition be signed on every page and examined in the same manner as the original application. The Speaker observed that procedures were not met as per norms. Each page of the attached documents should be duly examined and signed, which was not followed in this case. Hence, the Speaker sought a fresh application in the matter correcting the procedural errors, a source aware of the developments at Thursdays hearing said. However, he added, the most important part of the order was that the Speaker had not taken any decision on the merits of the allegations of defection against the 10 rebel legislators. This means that the Speaker had not expressed any opinion on whether the allegations of defection against these rebel MLAs are true or false. Sovandeb Chattopadhyay has been given the freedom to file a fresh application in accordance with the law and to fill all the necessary forms, the source added.
Bengal bypoll results: BJP ahead in Nandigram, Rejinagar as counting underway
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) Counting of votes began for the bypolls to the Nandigram Assembly Constituency in East Midnapore district and Rejinagar in Murshidabad district of West Bengal on Friday, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates leading in both the seats. In Nandigram, BJP candidate Hasirani Rath was ahead of the Congress candidate, Milan Pradhan. Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led Mamata All India Trinamool Congress is not in the contest at Nandigram. Rath is the mother of Chandranath Rath, the former personal assistant of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, who was assassinated at Madhyamgram in North 24 Parganas district on May 6. In Rejinagar, BJP candidate Sakharav Sarkar is ahead of the Congress candidate, Mohammad Abdullahil Kafi. As per the latest information available, Sarkar is ahead by around 6,000 votes. The trend in Rejinagar is quite spectacular, considering that this is a minority-dominated Assembly constituency with over 65 per cent of the voters being from the Muslim community. The polling was conducted on October 6. At the time the report was filed, counting was on for the postal ballots. After the postal ballots are counted, the counting of the EVM votes will begin. There will be 15 rounds of counting for each of the two Assembly constituencies. Counting started at 8 a.m., and the final trend is expected to be clear between noon and 1 p.m. In the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly elections earlier this year, current Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari was elected from both Nandigram and Bhabanipur Assembly constituencies in South Kolkata. At Bhabanipur, Suvendu Adhikari defeated his predecessor and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee by a margin of more than 15,000 votes. Adhikari retained the Bhabanipur constituency, thus necessitating a bypoll for Nandigram. On the other hand, former Trinamool Congress legislator Humayun Kabir contested and was elected as an AJUP candidate from Naoda and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies, both in Murshidabad district. Later, Humayun Kabir decided to retain Naoda, thus necessitating a bypoll for the Rejinagar seat.
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NCC Cadets Complete 410 km Hugli Sankalp Sailing Expedition to Kolkata
NCC cadets successfully completed a 410 km sailing journey, promoting environmental awareness and community outreach along the Hugli River. NCC Cadets Complete 410 km Hugli Sankalp Sailing Expedition to Kolkata
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Calcutta HC seeks report from Bengal govt on action against attacks on advocates in state
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Thursday sought a report from the West Bengal government on the action taken by the police administration over the attacks on advocates in different parts of the state during the last few months. Calcutta High Court Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge directed the state government to submit the report to the court by Friday. On Thursday, a section of the advocates of the Calcutta High Court, led by senior advocate and four-time Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha member Kalyan Banerjee sought the attention of the bench of the Chief Justice regarding the attack at the residence of senior advocate and former CPI-M Rajya Sabha member Bikas Ranjan Bhattacharya at Purbalok near Jadavpur in South Kolkata early Thursday morning. Seeking the court's intervention in the matter, Kalyan Banerjee submitted in the court that the advocates who are against the current ruling dispensation and the Bharatiya Janata Party government were going through a critical phase because of constant threats of attacks on them. Chief Justice Ghuge said that the court had already asked the police to enhance and strengthen security arrangements within the high court premises. However, at the same time, he also requested the advocates to have faith in the court instead of going for cease-work. The state's additional advocate general, Rajdeep Majumdar, assured the court that the police administration would take action in such matters. He also recalled how Calcutta High Court's Justice Rajasekhar Mantha was harassed and slanderous postering was done on the wall of his residence in South Kolkata during the previous Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government in the state. Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee, too, had issued a social media statement expressing solidarity towards Bikas Ranjan Bhattacharya regarding the attack on his residence early Thursday morning. After Baruipur Court, Bankshall Court, Chandannagar and Salboni, another brutal attack today. This time at the residence of Senior Advocate Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharyya in Kolkata. Evidence on video confirms the brazenness such attackers have towards law enforcement in West Bengal. I strongly condemn such continuing attacks on the legal fraternity. It is true that in the past 15 years Bikash da and us have often been on different sides of the ideological and legal divide. However, the line of decency was never crossed, the former Chief Minister said in a social media statement.
Indian Womens Football Team Falls to Russia in Friendly Match 0-4
The Indian womens football team lost 0-4 to Russia in a friendly match held in Kolkata, highlighting the challenges faced by the young squad. Indian Womens Football Team Falls to Russia in Friendly Match 0-4
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Bengal: Absconding BDO moves SC, skips HC deadline to surrender
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) Prashant Burman, the absconding Block Development Officer (BDO) from Raiganj in North Dinajpur district of West Bengal and an accused in the murder of a gold trader in the state, failed to comply with the deadline set by the Calcutta High Court to surrender within 48 hours of its October 6 order. Instead of surrendering, Burman approached the Supreme Court challenging the Calcutta High Court's order in the matter. On October 6, a Division Bench of the Calcutta High Court headed by Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge and Justice Om Narayan Rai directed that steps be initiated for the attachment of Burman's properties unless he surrendered in connection with the murder of gold trader Swapan Kamilya. The Division Bench also directed the state government to stop payment of his salary with immediate effect. However, the matter has now taken a new turn, with Burman choosing to move the apex court instead of complying with the High Court's direction to surrender. In October last year, Prashant Burman, the suspended BDO of Rajganj in Jalpaiguri district, was named as an accused in the murder of gold trader Swapan Kamilya, a resident of West Midnapore. He did not surrender before the lower court despite a Supreme Court order directing him to do so in January. Burman was subsequently arrested in a separate case involving alleged violations of road-safety rules and was granted bail the following day. The state government had informed the High Court that Burman was untraceable. The court had earlier questioned the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) over its failure to locate him. Last year, Burman, then serving as the BDO of Rajganj, was identified as the principal accused in the alleged kidnapping and murder of gold trader Swapan Kamilya in the Duttabad area of Salt Lake. He has remained absconding since then.
The Supreme Court has been moved by five voters whose names were deleted from the West Bengal electoral rolls following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), seeking expeditious adjudication of their appeals pending before the Appellate Tribunals in Kolkata and Howrah ahead of the forthcoming municipal elections. The application has been filed in the pending proceedings [] The post West Bengal SIR:5 deleted voters move Supreme Court for expeditious disposal of appeals ahead of Kolkata, Howrah civic polls appeared first on India Legal .
Samir Zeljkovic Strike Helps Mohun Bagan Claim 22nd IFA Shield Title With Win Over East Bengal
Riding on Samir Zeljkovic's solitary strike, Mohun Bagan Super Giant retained the IFA Shield with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over arch-rivals East Bengal in a fiercely contested Kolkata Derby.
New-look India go down 0-4 to Russia in womens football friendly
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) A new-look Indian womens football team suffered a 0-4 defeat against Russia in the first of their two international friendlies at the rain-soaked Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Thursday. India, ranked 69th in the world, held the 27th-ranked visitors at bay for much of the opening half before Russias sustained pressure told after the break. Iana Sheina opened the scoring in the 40th minute before substitute Kira Petukhova struck twice in the 60th and 65th minutes. Iana Svistunova completed the scoring in the 81st minute. India head coach Crispin Chettri used the fixture to blood several young players, with Babysana Devi Thingbaijam, Malati Munda, Cindy Colney, Shubhangi Singh, Dhurga Perumal and Sibani Devi Nongmeikapam making their international debuts. Goalkeeper Monalisha Devi Moirangthem, who made her first start for India, also earned her third international cap. The match was Indias first-ever womens international fixture in Kolkata, and the hosts made a disciplined start despite facing a significant gap in the world rankings. Russia enjoyed greater possession and territorial control, but India defended in a compact shape and worked hard to close down passing lanes. Monalisha also made a series of important interventions to keep the visitors at bay. India came close to taking the lead around the half-hour mark when the ball fell to Malavika P. inside the box, but Russian goalkeeper Natalia Silina quickly came off her line to snuff out the opportunity. Lynda Kom Serto also had a chance later in the half, but India were unable to convert their openings. Russia eventually broke the deadlock through Sheina, who produced a precise finish into the bottom corner in the 40th minute to give the visitors a 1-0 lead at half-time. Heavy rain made conditions more difficult after the break, with Russia increasing the pressure on India. Natalia Mashina and Petukhova came close to extending the lead before Monalisha made further saves to keep India within touching distance. Russia doubled their advantage in the 60th minute after captain Nadezhda Smirnovas long-range effort took an awkward bounce off the wet surface. Monalisha managed to parry the ball, but Petukhova reacted quickest to score from close range. Petukhova struck again five minutes later after India struggled to clear their lines inside the box. Chettri made a triple change in the 66th minute, bringing on Shubhangi Singh, Priyadharshini Selladurai and Renu for Malati Munda, Babysana and Jasoda Munda. Russia continued to dominate and added a fourth goal in the 81st minute through Svistunova, who controlled a bouncing delivery from the left before finishing past Monalisha. The defeat highlighted the challenge facing Indias young squad against stronger opposition, although the hosts showed defensive organisation in the first half and created a few promising opportunities. India and Russia will meet again in the second friendly on October 11.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) A Calcutta High Court judge on Thursday recused himself from hearing a petition filed by Trinamool Congress General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee seeking a ban on publishing news on ongoing probes in different matters by different state and central agencies against him. In his petition, Abhishek Banerjee, also the nephew of the former West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, alleged that his personal information and investigation-related matters are being leaked to the media. He claimed that his right to privacy was hampered since confidential information, progress of the investigation and interrogation issues were being leaked to the media during the investigation process. He claimed this was not only affecting the investigation, but also his reputation and dignity were being tarnished. Reminding him of his right to personal privacy, Banerjee requested the court to impose a ban on the publication of such news matters. However, Justice Krishna Rao recused himself from hearing the matter, though he did not dismiss the petition. Instead, he advised Banerjee to approach the appropriate bench in the matter, considering that in the matter, the investigating agencies have been accused of leaking information to the media. Multiple probes in various matters against Abhishek Banerjee were being conducted by the central agencies like the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for quite some time. After the change of regime in West Bengal in the Assembly elections earlier this year, the state agencies like the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) also started probes against him in certain other matters, and the CID sleuths had also questioned him a number of times in relation to such probes. The contention of Abhishek Banerjees counsel was that details of the interrogation exercise, including what questions were asked, were also leaked to the media. He also said that some news reports were published about his client's foreign travels and other personal matters, which are not directly related to the cases. As a result, counsel argued, his clients rights to personal privacy, dignity and reputation were being violated.
Indian Women's team goes down to Russia in Kolkata friendly
A new-look Indian women
India Women's Football Team Loses To Russia In Friendly
The Indian women's national football team, featuring several debutants, suffered a 0-4 defeat to a higher-ranked Russian side in the first of two international friendlies in Kolkata. Despite a strong defensive performance in the first half, Russia broke the deadlock before halftime and extended their lead in the second half, with substitute Kira Petukhova scoring twice. The match provided valuable experience for India's emerging players.
Mohun Bagan Crowned IFA Shield Champions After 1-0 Win Over East Bengal
Samir Zeljkovic's first-half strike proved decisive as Mohun Bagan beat East Bengal 1-0 in a tense Kolkata derby to retain the IFA Shield title.
Kolkata Airport Receives Bomb Threat Email, No Suspicious Objects Found
Kolkatas Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport was briefly evacuated following a bomb threat email, but no threats were substantiated. Kolkata Airport Receives Bomb Threat Email, No Suspicious Objects Found
Floating classrooms for NCC cadets reach Kolkata after 410-km voyage
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) The 410-km sailing expedition by National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets, Hooghly Sankalp - MENU 2026, was flagged off at the Man o' War Jetty on Thursday. There was appreciation and applause as the 60 Naval NCC cadets (both boys and girls) rested their oars after the gruelling expedition that started from Farakka. Hundreds watched as the whaler boats, accompanied by an Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) vessel and dedicated safety boats, gracefully glided into Kolkata. The cadets were greeted with enthusiastic applause by senior dignitaries and proud family members. The grand flagging-in ceremony marked the successful culmination of a gruelling yet immensely rewarding journey from Farakka to Kolkata under the leadership of expedition commander Cdr Sanjib Sharan and safety officer Cdr Mrinmoy Ghosh. Launched to foster civil-military synergy and youth empowerment, Hooghly Sankalp far transcended a conventional adventure mission. Over the course of the voyage, the 'floating classroom' touched countless lives through impactful community outreach and ecological and river-health initiatives, championing Gangetic river dolphin conservation, conducting live water-purity tests, and demonstrating practical rainwater harvesting and cost-effective purification models, an official said. The cadets, during stopovers, also encouraged the consumption of millets and urged people to be part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The cadets, while interacting with locals, also discussed the importance of cyber safety, not only to protect devices from misuse but also to prevent cyber fraud. They discussed issues such as the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), which can cause cervical cancer, and the need for young girls to get vaccinated, the official said. The NCC cadets also participated in anti-child marriage campaigns. By connecting with people at the grassroots level, they conveyed a message of national integration. They also visited the India-Bangladesh border and interacted with Border Security Force (BSF) personnel. As a mark of appreciation for their role in defending the border, the cadets tied rakhis on their wrists. As part of the learning process, they visited an NTPC power plant, apart from several historical sites. The voyage also promoted the use of waterways as a viable transportation option to reduce emissions and costs, the official added. The expedition worked closely with IWAI to highlight the immense potential of National Waterway-1 for the sustainable transportation of goods and people. As a greener mode of transport, waterways provide savings of 50-60 per cent in costs compared with road transport. The government has been actively exploring the use of waterways for the movement of cargo. The expedition was undertaken by cadets of the West Bengal and Sikkim Directorate. They started their voyage from the Farakka lock gate on Sept. 25. The expedition was flagged off by Major General A.P.S. Chahal, ADG, NCC, West Bengal and Sikkim Directorate.
Kolkata Metro announces overnight schedule for upcoming Durga Puja
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) Metro Railway, Kolkata, will run night-long services on its Blue and Green Lines during Durga Puja, and will also extend services on its Purple, Yellow, and Orange Lines. This is being done to allow Puja revellers to visit pandals across the city more comfortably. Commuting time between pandals will also be reduced. The night-long services will be operated on Maha Saptami (Oct. 17), Maha Ashtami (Oct. 18) and Maha Navami (Oct. 19). On Maha Panchami (Oct. 15) and Maha Sashti (Oct. 16), services on the Blue and Green Lines will start at 6 a.m. and continue until 11 p.m. In the Blue Line (Garia to Dakshineswar), 284 services will be run each day on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. Trains will run at six-minute intervals during peak hours. In the Green Line (Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V), 240 services will be run, a Metro Railway official said. On Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami, 248 services will be run on the Blue Line from 1 p.m. to 4 a.m. the following morning. Trains will run every six minutes during peak rush hours. The Green Line will operate 192 services. Operations will start at 1.30 p.m. and end at 3.59 a.m. the following morning. On the Yellow Line (Airport to Noapara), services will run between 7.18 a.m. and 9.20 p.m. on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. On Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami, trains will run between 3 p.m. and 10.53 p.m. on this stretch. The Purple Line between Joka and Majerhat will operate services from 6.40 a.m. to 9.26 p.m. on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. On the next three days, services will run from 3 p.m. to 10.55 p.m. The Orange Line from Garia to Beliaghata will have trains running from 7.40 a.m. until 8.45 p.m. on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. There will be no services on this stretch for the following four days. Metro Railway has also advised passengers to purchase smart cards or book tickets through the AAMAR KOLKATA METRO app to avoid crowds at booking counters. As there will be a large number of services for commuters at six-minute intervals on the Blue and Green Lines during peak hours, commuters are requested not to overcrowd trains or try to block the doors. Please wait for the next train and co-operate with us so that services can be operated smoothly, the official said. Metro Railway has earlier announced additional services during the weekends leading up to Durga Puja for the benefit of shoppers. Shopping is an essential part of Durga Puja, and people do not get the opportunity to do so during weekdays. Hence, these additional services are being run during the weekends, the official added.
Chef Gomes has received a major honour - Lifelong Excellence in Culinary Leadership from EICA
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Kolkata Airport Receives Bomb Threat Email, Security Teams Launch Checks
A threat email claiming an explosive had been planted at Kolkata airport prompted security agencies to launch thorough checks.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) Apprehending tension and violence during the counting on Friday for the bypoll for Rejinagar Assembly Constituency in Murshidabad district of West Bengal, the district administration has imposed a host of prohibitory orders and restriction at the counting centre for a major part of the day. The counting for Rejinagar bypoll will be at Baharampur Girls College. According to the sub-divisional officer (headquarter) of, Samiran Barik, the police in its report had expressed apprehension and possibility of crowding of supporters of rival political camps around the counting centre in large numbers which might disrupt the law and order situation there on the day of counting. Therefore, he added, prohibitory orders and restrictions have been imposed in and around the counting centre on Friday. The restriction will start from 5 a.m. on Friday and will continue till the counting process is over and the results are declared officially. Under such restriction, no vehicle will be allowed to enter within 100 metres of the counting centre and gathering of five or more people will be allowed within the same area. At the same time, no loudspeakers will be allowed to be played within 100 metres of the counting centre and no one will be allowed to enter the counting centre without a valid identity card issued from the Election Commission of India. No weapons, mobiles, cordless phones, wireless sets will be allowed within 200 metres of the counting centre. However, this ban will not apply to magistrates, police personnel, election observers, district magistrates, additional district magistrates, returning officers and counting staff involved in the counting of votes. These restrictions have been imposed on Friday keeping in mind the scattered instances of violence and tension that were reported from different pockets in Rejinagar on the Tuesday when the bypolll was conducted, said a district administration official. Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) founder-cum-legislator, Humayun Kabir was arrested on Tuesday morning on charges of moving from one polling booth to another influencing voters, intimidating police officers and even holding an on-duty cop by his collar. Besides Rejinagar, Nandigram Assembly Constituency in East Midnapore district also went for bypoll on Tuesday.
The IFA Shield 2026 final between EBFC and MBSG will be played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, popularly known as the Salt Lake stadium.
Kolkata airport receives bomb threat, authorities carry out security check
Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Thursday received a bomb threat email, prompting authorities to varry out a thorough security checks at the airport premises. It should be noted that the airport has received similar threats in the past, which were found to be hoaxes. The email on bomb threat claimed that a bomb had been planted at the airport and after the threat was received, security agencies initiated checks as per the prescribed protocol to ascertain whether there was any security risk.
Bengal govt restores rights of DMS, DMHS doctors to issue birth and death certificates
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) West Bengal's Health Department has restored the authority of Diploma in Medicine and Surgery (DMS) and Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (DHMS) practitioners to issue birth and death certificates following widespread protests by members of the two medical streams. The state health department has already issued a notification in this regard. The notification was issued after hundreds of DMS and DHMS doctors, under different associations, staged protests in front of Swasthya Bhaban, the state health department headquarters, at Salt Lake in the northern outskirts of Kolkata on Wednesday. They also submitted a memorandum in support of their demands to the officials of the state health department. According to sources, DMS doctors were first granted the authority to issue birth and death certificates in 1964. Although the right was withdrawn following the introduction of the DHMS course, it was restored in 1999 after a prolonged movement by DMS and DHMS practitioners. However, a gazette notification issued by the state health department on July 9 this year again revoked these powers, triggering strong protests across the state. The protesting doctors argued that practitioners holding DMS and DHMS qualifications had been included in the Second Schedule after years of agitation and were legally entitled to issue such certificates. They termed the July notification unfair, unreasonable and undemocratic. Currently there are 34,000 DMS and DHMS doctors in West Bengal. The July notification from the state health department pushed their future into grave uncertainty. People started doubting our professional credibility. In fact, residents of remote areas, where DMS and DHMS practitioners play a crucial role in healthcare delivery, faced difficulties following the withdrawal of these rights. Now, as the state government has restored these rights, this development has come as a victory for us, said an office bearer of the Medical Service Centre, the association leading the movement.
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The Chai Business That Got Hasan Minhaj's Attention | Kolkata Chai Co.'s Million Dollar Story
At a time when America saw chai as a sugary latte, Ani and Ayan Sanyal decided to change the story. Sujatha Padmanabhan speaks with the founders of Kolkata Chai Co. about how they built a million dollar business rooted in culture, not trends.In this episode of Diaspora Dialogues, we go behind the scenes of the Hasan Minhaj partnership and the long road of entrepreneurship - from selling at NYC farmers' markets to surviving COVID shutdowns. We discuss:- Growing up as 1st Gen Indian Americans in the 90s.- The nostalgia of Kolkata summers and Adda culture.- The pressure of running a startup with family.- Why authenticity is the ultimate business advantage.
Liquor Bottles Thrown At Senior Left Leader's House In Kolkata. He Blames BJP
According to Bhattacharya in his complaint, several individuals on motorcycles arrived outside his residence and smashed the window panes with liquor bottles.
Odisha Bandh Chaos: Airport Passengers Stranded as Cab Drivers Demand Triple Fares
The 12-hour statewide bandh called by the India Bloc has severely crippled transportation networks across Odisha, leaving air passengers stranded and vulnerable to exploitation. Commuters arriving at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar from major cities like Delhi, Bengaluru, and Kolkata faced a harrowing time on Thursday as online cab services and private drivers capitalised [] The post Odisha Bandh Chaos: Airport Passengers Stranded as Cab Drivers Demand Triple Fares appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Sealdah Railway Division gears up for Durga Puja rush
Additional trains, help desks, medical assistance arranged to help during peak festive season
Kolkata Markets See Shopping Rush, Pandal Preparations As Durga Puja Nears
Kolkata Police have had to implement special measures to manage the crowds of pedestrians across different markets.
IIT Madras team secures third place at Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa
Kolkata Team AgniRath from IIT Madras has secured 3rd Place overall at the prestigious Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 in South The post IIT Madras team secures third place at Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Petrol, Diesel Prices On October 8: Check Fuel Rates In Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata
Petrol and diesel prices remained steady across major Indian cities as crude oil prices rose sharply in international markets on October 8.
In the early session on Thursday, Oct. 8, both the precious metals also slumped in the international market, with COMEX gold declining around 0.18% to trade at $4,133.2 per ounce
Kolkata parents kept their kids away from school: How unschooling became their way of learning
Rohan Bopanna returns to action, will represent Gurgaon Grand Slammers in TPL
Argentina's world No. 60 Roman Burruchaga, representing the Kolkata Thunder Blades, will be the highest-ranked singles player in the league
5 underpass plan on NH-327 between Bagdogra and Panitanki for safe elephant crossing
Taslima Nasrin In Kolkata, Says Will Stay For Durga Puja Next Year
I will certainly be here next year. I absolutely love the Puja celebrations here; it feels like a grand art exhibition, Taslima Nasrin said.
Kolkata: WB CEO Uploads SIR-Axed Voters List, Urges Eligible Voters to Enrol
The office of the Chief Electoral Officer, West Bengal has released the list of voters whose names featured in the Absentee, Shifted, Dead, Deleted category during the SIR and urged left out eligible voters to submit Form 6 for enrolment.
40k at Eden, 10k on Red Road: WC security model for Mahalaya show
Red Road closure ahead of Mahalayaadds to rain chaos, traffic woes in Kol
High airfares, delayed trains threaten Durga Puja plans of Kolkata-bound passengers
Eveready enters liquid vaporiser market, eyes 2-4% share
ER to run 51 puja special trains in Sealdah division
Flexi-timing for autos during Durga Puja
Lalbazar calling: Woman loses Rs 1.2L in digi-arrest scam
JPC to reach out to youth, institutions on Education Bill
The panel, headed by BJP MP D Purandeswari, has held consultations in Kolkata, Goa and Bengaluru to understand what students and young people want from higher education institutions and the proposed new regulatory framework.
EMI pinch for homebuyers, developers bank on market resilience
Calcutta High Court refuses relief to man over Bangladeshi wifes entry
Kol hosps go for AI-powered innovations, tech upgrade
The Vibrant Tradition of Durga Puja in Kolkata: Significance of the White and Red-bordered Sari
Discover the cultural significance of the red-bordered white sari during Durga Puja in Kolkata, a festival rich in tradition and artistry. The Vibrant Tradition of Durga Puja in Kolkata: Significance of the White and Red-bordered Sari
State declares college governing bodies
NCERT teaches students how to click with caution, navigate e-threats
No Form 6 relief for those whose appeals are pending before tribunal, clarifies Bengal CEO
Trial judges interaction with child must before custody decision, orders Cal HC
State approves merger of Madrasah Commission with WBSSC
Server yet to come back to life, KMC extends property tax rebate deadline
Sewer line revamped to keep Bowbazar dry
WBPSC announces clerkship exam
Chancellors nominees asked to safeguard university autonomy
Hotel worker abducted and assaulted near New Market
WBHIDCO to appoint sculptor for 125-ft Syama Prasad Mookerjee statue
Young aquatics prodigy sets two national records at CISCE championship
State approves Rs 23.4 crore for BMC road, drain projects
