Kolkata Police commissioner meets puja committees ahead of Durga Puja
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NCC River Rafting Expedition Launched from Farakka to Kolkata
The NCCs annual river rafting expedition, a unique floating classroom, was launched from Farakka to Kolkata, focusing on community outreach and skills. NCC River Rafting Expedition Launched from Farakka to Kolkata
SC Seeks Faster Appointments To Debt Tribunals
The Supreme Court asked the selection committee to expedite appointments of chairpersons to the vacant Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunals in Allahabad and Kolkata.
Delhi's Initial Ranji Games May Happen In Palam Due To Major Drainage Revamp At Arun Jaitley Stadium
Palam Air Force Ground: Delhis initial home matches in the 2026/27 Ranji Trophy season could be shifted to the Air Force Ground in Palam as the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) prepares to undertake a major overhaul of the drainage system at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The venue, which recently hosted three T20Is between India and Afghanistan earlier this month, will require an extended period of downtime once the civic work commences. A proposal has been sent out to improve the drainage system at the venue. Right now, people concerned are waiting for the final approval. Lets be clear - this process needs time; in winter, it takes time for the grass to grow, and for this, proper sunshine is needed, and you can have an idea of it by seeing the weather in December and January, a source familiar with the matter told IANS on Friday. Delhi, which kicks off their Elite Group C campaign against Bengal in Kalyani from October 11, have two scheduled home fixtures in the first phase - against Gujarat (October 1821) and Services (November 25). Both matches are now expected to take place at the Palam Air Force Ground. The upgradation in the drainage system will also lead to the soil-based outfield being converted into a sand-based one. The process will involve a lot of watering, and the invitation for tenders is expected to begin soon. People who have worked in upgrading drainage systems at other Test venues and are known to the BCCI are expected to be preferred for this work. A final confirmation is likely to come by the first week of October, added the source. The timeline for the outfield work, initially understood to be of four months, could also cast doubt over New Delhi hosting the mens ODI between India and Sri Lanka, to be played on December 13. Should the upgradation work and grass cultivation face delays, the BCCI may have to look at an alternative venue for the match. Delhi will have a second-phase Ranji Trophy home game against Maharashtra, slated to be held from February 1 to 4. Previously, former India wicketkeeper-batter Vijay Dahiya was appointed head coach of the Delhi men's domestic team for the 2026/27 season and will take over from Sarandeep Singh, who was on the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) and notably recommended his name for the role. Should the upgradation work and grass cultivation face delays, the BCCI may have to look at an alternative venue for the match. Delhi will have a second-phase Ranji Trophy home game against Maharashtra, slated to be held from February 1 to 4. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories This marks Dahiya's fourth stint in charge of Delhi, after having previously guided them to their last Ranji Trophy title in 2007/08, besides coaching Uttar Pradesh to the semi-finals in 2021/22. A seasoned coach, Dahiyas extensive resume includes IPL assistant coaching roles with Gujarat Titans, Lucknow Super Giants, and Kolkata Knight Riders, and he coaches Purani Dilli 6 in the Delhi Premier League (DPL). Article Source: IANS
Lawyer Nazia Ilahi Khan Receives Threats from Pakistani Number After Arriving in Kolkata
Lawyer Nazia Ilahi Khan reported receiving threats via WhatsApp from a Pakistani number after reaching Kolkata, prompting police investigations. Lawyer Nazia Ilahi Khan Receives Threats from Pakistani Number After Arriving in Kolkata
Mamata Banerjee, CPI(M) bridge decades-old divide over Election Commission concerns
The chief of the Mamata Trinamool Congress is one of the first leaders to respond to CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Babys appeal for a broader Opposition consultation on issues surrounding the EC
Bengal: List of reserved wards for seven poll-bound civic bodies to be announced next month
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) The list of reserved wards for seven poll-bound urban civic bodies in West Bengal will be announced next month. The notification announcing the reserved wards for the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) and the Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC) will be issued on October 7. Meanwhile, the notification declaring the reserved wards for five other municipalities, Haldia in East Midnapore district, Dhupguri in Jalpaiguri district, and Kalimpong and Kurseong in Darjeeling district, will be issued on October 6. The decision was taken after a meeting of West Bengal State Election Commissioner Krishna Gupta with the district magistrates concerned on Friday afternoon. It is learnt that the meeting also discussed targets for completing the elections for these seven civic bodies. As per the plan, notifications for the polls might be announced either on October 27 or October 28, soon after Durga Puja. The elections are likely to be held either on November 28 or November 29, after the festive season. The tentative date for counting and announcement of results is December 2. Voting will be held in 6,301 booths across these seven civic bodies. Meanwhile, the terms of the current boards of 112 more urban civic bodies in the state will expire in the first quarter of 2027. The biggest challenge for the new government and the State Election Commission will be to complete elections for 127 municipalities within the next nine months. Currently, 15 urban civic bodies across 12 districts of West Bengal lack elected municipal boards. Administrators run municipal services in these civic bodies. Notable among them is the Howrah Municipal Corporation, where no elections have been held for the last 13 years. The last election was held in 2013, and its term ended in 2018. Since the formation of the new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led state government in West Bengal, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has been emphasising the need to move the election process forward quickly at the administrative level. Soon after the new Cabinet was formed, State Municipal Affairs and Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul met the Chief Minister to discuss the polls for these civic bodies.
Election Commission Row Escalates: Congress Takes Protest Nationwide, CEC Under Fire
The Congress-led campaign against the Election Commission intensifies as protests are held across Delhi, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Dehradun, Guwahati, Patna and Chandigarh. Congress has demanded action against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, while Rahul Gandhi has called for his resignation. The BJP has hit back over Congress's stand on the SIR exercise in Kerala. Meanwhile, a PIL against the CEC has been filed in the Supreme Court.
Bengal: ER to set up 131 new chlorination plants for safe drinking water
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) Eastern Railway (ER) will set up 131 new chlorination plants to improve water quality at stations. Like other railway zones, ER has also launched an intensive drive to provide clean drinking water and safe, hygienic food to passengers. As part of this drive, ER is undertaking comprehensive water tank cleaning across all divisions and workshops. According to officials, 6,955 water tanks, including overhead tanks, underground reservoirs and PVC tanks, were cleaned between August 20 and September 23, 2026. While 2,449 water tanks were cleaned in the Asansol Division, 1,464 were attended to in Sealdah Division. In the Howrah Division, 2,123 water tanks have been cleaned. Malda cleaned 919 tanks. All tanks underwent thorough cleaning and proper water treatment to ensure source reservoirs remain free from contamination for the supply of clean water, an official said. A special initiative has also been launched to clinically test water samples collected from taps at various stations to monitor quality. Work on 131 new chlorination plants is underway. This initiative is part of a broader action plan for strengthening drinking-water quality management across the railways. The action plan emphasises frequent inspection and maintenance of the entire drinking-water system, along with water-quality testing at the source and at the point of consumption, rather than relying solely on end-of-pipe water testing. During the drive, the zonal railways will undertake comprehensive inspection of water sources, treatment and filtration plants, underground and overhead tanks, PVC tanks, water booths, taps and water dispensing points. All drinking-water tanks will be drained, desludged, scrubbed and disinfected. Measures will also be taken to ensure tight covers and appropriate protection of vents and overflow points from birds, animals and algae, the Railway Board said. Damaged tanks, pipelines and filters will be repaired or replaced as required, while ensuring no cross-connection between potable and non-potable water systems. All piping forming part of the drinking-water circuit will also be checked for leakages and necessary corrective measures taken to prevent water wastage, it said. Special attention will also be paid to locations where hand pumps and borewells are used to extract drinking water. The zonal railways have been directed to ensure that water from such systems remains free from contamination and is safe for drinking. The zonal railways will also submit station-wise details of deficiencies identified and the corrective action taken. This mechanism will facilitate systematic monitoring of deficiencies and ensure that issues identified during the special drive are addressed in a time-bound manner.
Land allotted for 33 new industrial projects worth Rs 60k crore: Bengal CM
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday said the state government had completed land allotment for 33 industrial projects involving a total investment of Rs 60,000 crore. The Chief Minister announced this while addressing a public rally in Bardhaman, East Burdwan district, following an administrative review meeting held on Thursday. The process of handing over land allotment papers to 33 industrial units has already been completed. According to our estimates, the projects have a proposed investment of about Rs 60,000 crore and the potential for direct and indirect employment of about 62,000 people. The list of projects includes semiconductors, defence, solar power, electric vehicles, pharmaceuticals, steel, food processing, textiles, engineering and MSME, Adhikari said. He added that the state government was ensuring that work on these projects would not stall after land allotment. Conditions require work to begin within a specific time frame. At the review meeting, Adhikari announced a power subsidy of Rs 2 per unit for nearly four lakh farmers. He also said farmers would receive enhanced support of Rs 9,000 under the PM-Kisan Sanman Nidhi scheme, up from Rs 6,000. The Chief Minister further said the government would procure all paddy that farmers wished to sell and ensure the minimum support price of Rs 2,700 per quintal. Issuing a warning against corruption, Adhikari said: Each person involved in such corruption will be tracked, the money will be recovered from them, and they will be sent behind bars.
Sunita Ahuja, Govindas wife, has once again drawn attention on social media after recently visiting the Dakshineswar Kali Temple near Kolkata. There, she spoke about the difficulties in her personal life and appealed to women,...
Bengal: BJP announces major reshuffle in organisational committees
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) The West Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday announced a major organisational reshuffle at all levels. The party replaced seven district presidents. The districts include Barasat and Bangaon in North 24 Parganas; Arambagh and Sreerampore in Hooghly; Medinipur in West Midnapore; and Burdwan and Katwa in East Burdwan. In addition, the party also changed the presidents of four affiliated fronts. The reshuffle was announced a day after West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and the partys state president in West Bengal and Rajya Sabha member Samik Bhattacharya met BJP National President Nitin Nabin in New Delhi on Thursday. According to state BJP insiders, the move aims to strengthen the organisation ahead of the bypolls. That is why this reshuffle was made. Apart from this, the one person, one post policy in the party was also followed to a great extent in the reshuffle, said a state committee member. It is learnt that seven members of the current BJP-ruled West Bengal cabinet, State Municipal Affairs & Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Pal, State Higher Education Minister Jagannath Chattopadhyay, State Commerce & Industries Minister Tapas Roy, State School Education Minister Deepak Barman, State North Bengal Development Minister Nishith Pramanik and Minister of State for Sport Indranil Khan, have been relieved of their organisational responsibilities. All of them are members of the current state cabinet. They were also in various organisational positions at the same time. They have been removed by implementing the one person, one post policy, the insider said. At the same time, the party has appointed new faces as chiefs of four party-affiliated fronts, youth, women, Scheduled Caste and Other Backward Class (OBC). The new youth wing president is Amit Samanta, MLA from Amta Assembly Constituency in Howrah district. Actress-turned-politician Anjana Basu is the new chief of the womens wing. Dhananjay Ghosh has been appointed president of the OBC wing, while Biswajit Samanta has been appointed president of the Scheduled Caste wing.
Vande Bharat operating staff to train at IIT Kharagpur
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) Operational staff of the Vande Bharat trains will soon begin advanced training at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. The institute has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Railways Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IRIMEE), Jamalpur, to strengthen technical capacity in advanced rolling stock technologies. The tie-up, coordinated by IIT Kharagpurs Centre for Railway Research (CRR), will deliver specialised residential training for Indian Railways (IR) officials on semi-high-speed trains. Training modules will cover advanced traction and propulsion systems, electrical safety, Train Control and Management Systems (TCMS), rolling stock diagnostics, condition monitoring, reliability engineering, and regenerative braking. The MoU was signed by Prof Swagata Dasgupta, Dean of Outreach, IIT Kharagpur, and Prem Prakash, Dean, IRIMEE, with Prof Vikranth Racherla, IIT Kharagpur, and Siddharth Shankar, IRIMEE, serving as nodal officers, the institute said. It added that the initiative would combine classroom learning, laboratory experiments, hands-on exposure, and field visits to contribute to safer, smarter, more reliable, and increasingly indigenous railway technologies. IR currently operates 79 Vande Bharat trains across various routes, with plans to introduce more in the near future. The railways also run a Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Kamakhya (Assam). As more sleeper trains are built, additional staff will be needed to operate and maintain them. Officials said on-board staff would need the expertise to identify problems in advanced systems and the capability to rectify them, particularly for sleeper trains running longer routes. IR has plans to acquire 260 Vande Bharat sleeper trainsets, 60 of which are under construction. In addition, a prototype of a Vande Bharat freight train is undergoing trials. Unlike normal rakes that require locomotives, Vande Bharat trainsets comprise several carriages fitted with electric traction motors. Each carriage can power itself and two others without motors, resulting in a complex setup. The trains also use high-end control technology, making advanced training essential for operators.
Hundreds march in separate rallies against CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Kolkata
The separate rallies were organised by the Congress party and the Left-affiliated womens rights group, All India Democratic Womens Association
Civic elections to be held in Kolkata, Howrah, 5 municipalities in first phase of Bengal ULB polls
The SEC said the amendment of Schedule II of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Act, 1980 and the Howrah Municipal Corporation Act, 1980, and delimitation of Kalimpong, Darjeeling, Dhupguri, Haldia and Jhargram municipalities have been completed.
Kolkata High Court Takes Suo Moto Cognizance of Egg-Throwing Incident at Baruipur Court
The Kolkata High Court has initiated a case following an egg-throwing incident involving CPI(M) leader Sayon Banerjee at Baruipur court. Kolkata High Court Takes Suo Moto Cognizance of Egg-Throwing Incident at Baruipur Court
IGPL: Varun Chopras final-day charge wins him title at IDPL Invitational
Digital Desk | Ras Al Khaimah, Sep 25 (IANS) Varun Chopra, who started the final day of the IGPL Invitational three shots behind the 36-hole leader Shiv Kapur, played another solid round of 4-under 68 and beat Kapur in the race to the finish. Chopras superb final-round rally gave him a two-shot win over Kapur, who slipped to 1-over 73 on the final day. Chopra shot rounds of 66-68-68 for a total of 14-under 202. Kapur, after a stunning 62 on the first day, had a 69 on the second, which kept him in a three-shot lead. However, the final day saw the pendulum swing Chopras way and win the title, which also gave the Indian-American the first prize cheque of Rs. 22.50 lakhs. Kapur was left to clutch the second spot at 12-under 204 and received Rs. 15 lakhs. It was Chopras first IGPL title, and earlier this year he won the APGA Tour championship and had done well at the Morocco Rising Stars Marrakech. Sachin Baisoya grabbed third place with a 68 that gave him a total of 8-under, while five players Veer Ganapathy (71), Gaganjeet Bhullar (71), Varun Parikh (71), Aryan Roopa Anand (68) and Tushar Pannu (68) were tied fifth. Chopras fine final day also meant Auro Goa Eagles took a double as they won the team title this week. They totalled 23-under, while Kapur-led RVR Delhi Blue Bulls were pushed to second at 21-under. Sachin Baisoyas final-day push earned his team, Hyderabad Firebird, third place at 13-under. They were tied for third with Flying Man Kolkata, for whom Varun Parikh was the star performer. Chopra began with a birdie start, but his three birdies in a span of four holes between the fifth and the eighth gave him the momentum he needed. Meanwhile, Kapur just could not get the birdies to answer Chopras charge. By the turn, Chopra had moved ahead, and he made no mistakes on the back nine, even as Kapurs putter did not do his bidding. After a 4-under front nine, Chopra birdied the 14th but gave that shot back on the 16th before playing the final two holes in par. That did not prove costly as Kapur was unable to take advantage of that. Shiv Kapur, who had holes everything saw on the first day round of 10-under 62, just could not find any birdies on the final day. He was forced to settle for pars all through, and he also dropped a bogey on the Par-4 12th for a 73. IGPL Debutant Ravi Kumar (70) and young Kanav Chauhan (71) were tied ninth to round off the top-10 finishers
Jyotinagar Colony: No water for 8 weeks, eviction threat looms
Nearly 5,000 residents of Cossipore, Kolkata, have been deprived of tap water since July 29, while the eviction case is pending in the Calcutta High Court. The colonys five public taps, which used to supply water from 5 am to 11 pm, are now dry. Nearly 95 per cent of the residents are Muslim, and 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 .
Sunita Ahuja asks women and Gen Z to support her amid Govinda's dating rumours
Sunita Ahuja has seemingly taken a dig at Govinda and Rani Swarnkar amid ongoing rumours. During her visit to Kolkatas Dakshineswar Kali Temple, she said her house was breaking down and sought Goddess Kalis help to overcome her problems
Calcutta HC takes suo motu cognisance of egg attack on CPM leader Sayan Banerjee
Calcutta HC takes suo motu cognisance of egg attack on CPM leader Sayan Banerjee Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Friday initiated a suo motu case regarding the recent egg attack on Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Sayan Banerjee at the Baruipur District Court premises in West Bengals South 24 Parganas district. A Division [] The post Calcutta HC takes suo motu cognisance of egg attack on CPM leader Sayan Banerjee appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Congress takes out rally in Kolkata seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar's arrest; police stop it midway
Congress staged a significant rally in Kolkata, calling for the arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, driven by worries surrounding the electoral process's fairness. Authorities stepped in to halt the procession to avoid traffic chaos, leading to protesters burning an effigy of the CEC, while vehemently demanding his resignation. The Election Commission defended itself, highlighting that disagreements among commissioners are a standard aspect of their functions.
Adani Group debuts at Kolkatas Durga Puja celebrations
The maiden Durga Puja Adani Preview will comprise eight pujas across Kolkata and each of the eight selected pujas will receive a grant of 25 lakh from the Adani Group.
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on September 25
Former TMC MLA Arrested in West Bengal for Alleged Financial Fraud
A former TMC MLA was arrested in Kolkata for allegedly taking bribes in exchange for party positions, raising concerns over political motivations. Former TMC MLA Arrested in West Bengal for Alleged Financial Fraud
Delhi, Kolkata, Nagpur, Bhopal: Same story, different address
Additional Sessions Judge, Jalpaiguri Biplab Roy stated thatthe sins of the parent cannot visit the child, and the State must protect the childs educational future. The Court directed District Magistrate Jalpiaguri to ensure physical and mental well being of two minor sons of the convict
Additional Sessions Judge, Jalpaiguri Biplab Roy stated thatthe sins of the parent cannot visit the child, and the State must protect the childs educational future. The Court directed District Magistrate Jalpiaguri to ensure physical and mental well being of two minor sons of the convict
Gold and silver prices today, 25 September: 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.
Arrested Congress candidates wife asks Opposition to back him
Arpita Pradhan to start campaigning for her husband Milan Pradhan in Nandigram even as he remains in judicial custody
The Adani Group's proposes to invest in power distribution in Kolkata, which has so far remained the monopoly of R.P. Sanjiv Goenka Group, through its flagship company CESC
Fed up, you are adding to courts burden: Cal HC to Election Commission on symbol row
Ayah accused of stealing Rs 10L
Bizman loses Rs 33L to e-scammers
S Kol residents duped in realty, bike sale scams
Man held for raping woman after threatening her child
3 touts held for selling SSKM OPD tickets
Father blames flatmates after BBA students suicide
Motorcyclist assaults traffic constable, damages body camera in Behala
100 new AC buses before puja, trams on Puja Parikrama map, says minister
11,596 on Bengal Police final constable list
7 months on, dad seeks cop help to find daughter
Civic polls likely in Nov last week, notification before Oct 31
Durga Puja chanda extortion? Get in touch with us, says Kolkata Police
Cannot pay civic taxes? KMC website still under the weather
Rain Forces Kumartuli Artisans To Move Idols Indoors
Downpour Floods Kol Pockets, Jodhpur Park Gets Maximum Rain
TMC ready to back Cong-led fresh motion in Parl against CEC
Switch To Offline Counselling To Fill up Engineering Seats Faster: WBJEE Aspirants
Major reshuffle on cards: Eye on civic polls, Nabin meets Samik, Suvendu, Sukanta
Adani To Invest Over Rs 1 Lac Crores in WB by 2035
Industrialist lays foundation for a mega hospital in Kolkata
Bengal: 247 emergency medical room opens at Barddhaman station Kolkata: Eastern Railway (ER) has opened a 247 Emergency Medical Room (EMR) at Barddhaman railway station to improve passenger amenities. The facility will provide round-the-clock medical assistance to passengers in need. Barddhaman is a key station on the HowrahNew Delhi route, with trains passing throughout the [] The post Bengal: 247 emergency medical room opens at Barddhaman station appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Watch: Adani Group to invest over 1 lakh crore in Bengal by 2035: Gautam Adani
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari laid the foundation stone for a 2,000-bed hospital in New Town near Kolkata. The 4,000-crore multi-speciality hospital is expected to create 10,000 jobs.
Watch: Adani Group to invest over 1 lakh crore in Bengal by 2035: Gautam Adani
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari laid the foundation stone for a 2,000-bed hospital in New Town near Kolkata. The 4,000-crore multi-speciality hospital is expected to create 10,000 jobs.
Laxmi Ratan Shukla Named Rest Of India Batting Coach For Irani Cup Clash With J&K
Laxmi Ratan Shukla: Former India all-rounder and current Bengal senior mens head coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla has been appointed as the batting coach of the Rest of India (ROI) side for their upcoming Irani Cup clash with Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir. The match is scheduled to be played from October 1 to 5 at the Sher-e-Kashmir Stadium. This marks Shukla's first coaching assignment with a BCCI team. Former India fast bowler and ex-national selector Debasish Mohanty will serve as the bowling coach for the game, while Milap Mewada has been named the fielding coach, a BCCI source confirmed to IANS on Thursday. Shukla, 46, played 3 ODIs for India in 1999 and represented Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals in the IPL. He has been serving as Bengal's head coach for the past few seasons. Notably, Bengal's Ranji Trophy campaign in the previous season ended with a semifinal defeat to eventual champions Jammu and Kashmir. India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will lead the 15-member Rest of India squad, with right-handed batter Sarfaraz Khan named as his deputy. Jammu and Kashmir, having secured their maiden Ranji Trophy title earlier this year, will be making their first-ever appearance in the prestigious Irani Cup on home turf. The ROI squad features fast bowler Akash Deep, who has been on the sidelines for the last seven months due to a lower back injury, though his participation remains subject to clearing a fitness test. India pacer Mukesh Kumar will spearhead the bowling attack alongside Mukesh Choudhary and Aryan Pandey. India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will lead the 15-member Rest of India squad, with right-handed batter Sarfaraz Khan named as his deputy. Jammu and Kashmir, having secured their maiden Ranji Trophy title earlier this year, will be making their first-ever appearance in the prestigious Irani Cup on home turf. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Karnataka's Smaran Ravichandran, the leading run-scorer in last season's Ranji Trophy, is present alongside Sanat Sangwan, Shikhar Mohan, Sudip Gharami, and Ayush Doseja, while Aryan Juyal is the back-up wicketkeeper in the squad. Article Source: IANS
Cal HC raps EC over reassignment of poll symbol for bypoll
Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday came down heavily on the Election Commission over reassignment of the envelope symbol to the newly formed Democratic Trinamool Congress from the ISF, observing that the poll panel should act fairly. Noting that there are 183 free election symbols at the disposal of the EC, the court asked 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 .
Srijan Realty aims to redefine residential living in Kolkata with the launch of Orizon
Srijan Realty aims to redefine residential living in Kolkata with the launch of Orizon Spread across 8.3 acres on the Southern EM Bypass, the sixtower, 702unit community blends 80% open space, barrierfree design, and IGBC Platinum precertified sustainability. Image caption : The 702-unit,
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on September 24
SMP Kolkata Chief Hydraulic Engineer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
SMP Kolkata has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Chief Hydraulic Engineer post. Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 September to 12 October 2026 through the official website.
Adani Group to invest over 1 trillion in West Bengal by 2035: Gautam Adani
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Thursday announced that the conglomerate would invest more than Rs 1 lakh crore in West Bengal by 2035. Addressing a gathering after laying the foundation for a 2,000-bed hospital in the New Town area near Kolkata along with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Adani said the group would spend Rs 4,000 crore on the multi-speciality 'Adani Arogya Mandir', and the project would create 10,000 jobs. Adani Group investments in West Bengal will be in ports, logistics, power, roads and data centre, the industrialist added.
Gautam Adani, Bengal CM Adhikari lay foundation for 2,000-bed hospital in Kolkatas New Town
Gautam Adani, along with his wife and Adani Foundation chairperson Priti Adani and son and Adani Ports managing director Karan Adani, and the CM performed bhumi pujan for the Adani Arogya Mandir
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani to Meet West Bengal CM in Kolkata
Gautam Adani is set to meet West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata, discussing future investments and inaugurating a new hospital. Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani to Meet West Bengal CM in Kolkata
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan recently opened up about his marriage to actress-politician Jaya Bachchan during an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18. He revealed that the couple's decision to tie the knot was made rather spontaneously, without either of them going through an elaborate process of seeking approval from their families. The conversation began when contestant Aheli Roy from Kolkata asked how he had managed to convince his mother-in-law and win over Jaya's family before their marriage. Responding to her question, Amitabh recalled that he and Jaya simply decided one day that they should get married. Humne unko kuch nahi kaha. Humne bas Jaya ji ko ek din bola ki shaadi kar leni chahiye. Toh unhone kaha, haan kar leni chahiye aur bas tay ho gaya. Humne kisi se bhi baat nahi ki. Shaadi tay hone ke baad Jaya ji gayi, apne mata-pita ko bataya hoga. Humein yeh bhi maloom nahi unhone kya bola hoga, lekin woh log maan gaye aur aa gaye. Phir thodi baatein hui aur agle din shaadi kar li, he said. (We didn't tell them anything. One day, I simply told Jaya ji that we should get married. She said yes, we should get married, and that was it. It was decided. We didn't speak to anyone. After the marriage was decided, Jaya ji must have gone and told her parents. We don't even know what she told them, but they agreed and came over. Then there was a little conversation, and we got married the next day) Amitabh went on to joke about how weddings today often involve extensive planning and preparations, saying he preferred the simplicity with which he and Jaya approached their marriage. Sach bolun toh aisa hi hona chahiye, hai na? Kaun uss jhamela mein jaaye ki yeh taarikh hogi, yeh kapde pehnenge, idhar jaayenge, udhar jaayenge, yeh sab karenge, band-vand bajega. Iska kuch faayda nahi. Humne maan liya ki woh humari patni hain. Isse bada mann kuch nahi, he said. (Honestly, this is how it should be, isn't it? Who wants to get into all that hassle of deciding a date, choosing clothes, going here and there, making all these arrangements, having the band play and everything? What is the point of all that? We simply accepted that she was my wife. There was nothing greater than that for me) For the uninitiated, Amitabh and Jaya got married on June 3, 1973. Their relationship had blossomed after working together in films. Their decision to marry came soon after the success of Zanjeer, with the couple having planned a trip to London with friends. Amitabh later recalled that his father, poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, told him that if he wanted to travel with Jaya, they should get married first. Jaya later revealed that the couple had originally planned to marry in October but moved the wedding forward. The wedding took place just days before their planned London trip. The two have also worked together in films including Zanjeer, Abhimaan, Chupke Chupke, Mili and Sholay. Their marriage followed the success of Zanjeer, which marked an important phase in both their professional and personal lives. The couple went on to build a family together and are parents to daughter Shweta Bachchan Nanda and son Abhishek Bachchan.
Kolkata High Court Seeks Report from Election Commission on Envelope Symbol Allocation
The Kolkata High Court has requested a report from the Election Commission regarding the allocation of the Envelope symbol to Ritabrata Banerjees faction. Kolkata High Court Seeks Report from Election Commission on Envelope Symbol Allocation
West Bengal CM asks Ministers to concentrate on work rather than being hyperactive on the street
Two Ministers of the Suvendu Adhikari cabinet- Minister for Municipal Affairs Agnimitra Paul and Health Minister Sharadwat Mukherjee have been seen being active visiting streets and hospitals respectively
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Jammu Police arrest fugitive after seven-month manhunt
Jammu, Sep 23: Jammu Police have arrested Karanjeet alias Gugga, a wanted criminal who had escaped from the Juvenile Home at R.S. Pura in February this year, after a nearly seven-month-long manhunt, SSP Jammu said on Wednesday. Addressing a press conference, the SSP said Karanjeet was among three inmates who escaped from the juvenile home following an incident in February. The other two, both Pakistani nationals, were later arrested in Ambala with the assistance of Punjab and Haryana Police. Following the escape, the investigation was handed over to the DSP SOG and a Special Investigation Team headed by the SP Operations was constituted to trace those involved. Eight people were arrested in that case. The investigation continued and at the same time we were trying to arrest Karanjeet alias Gugga, the SSP said. He said Karanjeet was involved in around 12 to 13 FIRs and police tracked his movements by developing information about his associates and gang links. Police teams followed leads in several locations, including Gorakhpur, Kolkata, Delhi and Maharashtra, but he managed to evade arrest. The SSP said police recently received information that Karanjeet was staying with some associates in Chandigarh. A team raided the suspected location but did not find him there. During the follow-up investigation, police learnt that he was staying at a hotel in Delhi. An SOG team subsequently travelled to Delhi and arrested him, the SSP said. He said the arrest was significant for the ongoing investigation into the juvenile home incident, as police had identified additional persons linked to the case. The SSP said Karanjeets interrogation would help establish missing links in the investigation, including how weapons and mobile phones reached the juvenile home. Police had earlier arrested the person who allegedly supplied the weapons, while further investigation is underway to establish the complete chain, he said. The SSP said Karanjeet had been moving between different locations to evade arrest, with police following leads across Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Maharashtra and Delhi. On security arrangements at the juvenile home, the SSP said the police had taken up the matter with the concerned department and another location had also been identified for housing inmates. He said further details would emerge as the interrogation of Karanjeet progresses.
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Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 23 (IANS) South Eastern Railway (SER) has already loaded over 100 million tonnes of freight in less than the first six months of FY27. SER loaded 210.10 million tonnes of freight in 202526, earning Rs 18,324.4 crore. However, it fell short of its target of 218 million tonnes. It was ranked third among the 17 freight-carrying zones after East Coast Railway, which carried 286.26 million tonnes, and South East Central Railway, which loaded 261.25 million tonnes. SER has maintained a strong performance in freight loading during 202627, achieving the significant milestone of 100 million tonnes on September 20. It reached this goal nine days ahead of last year. Till September 20, in 202425, SER had carried 94.94 million tonnes. The year-on-year growth is 5.42 per cent, an official said. The positive momentum has continued thereafter, he noted. On September 22, 2026, SERs cumulative freight loading stood at 101.33 million tonnes against 96.05 million tonnes in the previous fiscal year. While the Railway Board has not set any targets for the zones yet, SER expects to retain its position on the list. Its closest contender for third position was East Central Railway with a loading figure of 203.42 million tonnes. The major commodities that contributed significantly to this year's growth are coal (cumulative loading up by 6.41 per cent), alumina (cumulative loading up by 15.98 per cent), and iron ore (cumulative loading up by 7.55 per cent). The Chakradharpur Division has been a major contributor, recording 75.89 million tonnes against 70.97 million tonnes in the previous fiscal. This was a growth of 6.94 per cent. Kharagpur Division contributed 12.48 million tonnes, up from 12.06 million tonnes. This was a growth of 3.44 per cent, the official said. SER is upbeat about the early achievement of the 100 million tonnes milestone, along with sustained growth in key commodities, and believes it will perform much better than the previous year. This reflects South Eastern Railway's strong and consistent freight performance during the current financial year. In the first three months of 202627, SER loaded 53.06 million tonnes of originating freight, registering growth of 1.51 per cent compared with the corresponding period of the previous financial year. Finished steel loading contributed the highest growth of 18.22 per cent. Iron ore loading also increased by 3.70 per cent. Coal loading from Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd recorded a significant 17.6 per cent increase, averaging 18 rakes per day. In the first three months, originating freight revenue reached Rs 4,539 crore, surpassing the corresponding period of the previous year by 1.10 per cent. Coal traffic generated Rs 1,426 crore, up 1.2 per cent from the previous year. Finished steel generated Rs 810 crore, up by 13.19 per cent. Loading of POL earned Rs 52 crore, registering the highest growth of 26.39 per cent over the corresponding period last year. Fertiliser loading also contributed Rs 25 crore, reflecting a 3.15 per cent growth.
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