EC officials flouting SC directives, issuing instructions on WhatsApp, alleges TMCs Abhishek
Kolkata, Feb 18 (PTI) Hitting out at the Election Commission, senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee on Wednesday alleged that poll officials were continuing to flout Supreme Court directives by issuing directions to their subordinates through WhatsApp during the SIR exercise in West Bengal. Sharing purported screenshots of a WhatsApp group chat on X, Banerjee said SC has repeatedly emphasised transparency, due process, and adherence to official channels of communication. Yet we are witnessing instructions being circulated over WhatsApp rather than through formal, traceable, and accountable mechanisms, he said. He also questioned instructions sent by Special Roll Observer C Murugan directly
Mpowering Minds Womens Mental Health Summit , a national full-day forum to be held in Bengaluru on 27 February 2026. The event will be led by Mrs. Neerja Birla, Founder & Chairperson, Aditya Birla Education Trust and Mpower, and graced by Chief Guests Lakshmi Hebbalkar, Minister of Women and Child Development, and Disabled and Senior Citizens Empowerment, Government of Karnataka, Prathima Murthy, Director and a Senior Professor of Psychiatry at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) and Rohini Nilekani, Chairperson of Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies and a Co-founder and Director of EkStep each of whom has championed women-centric progress in health, policy, and community empowerment. Anchored in the pillars of Acceptance, Action and Advocacy, the 2026 edition places womens wellness at the heart of the countrys journey toward a Viksit Bharat, recognising that sustainable national progress is possible only when womens mental and social well-being is secured. Mpowering Minds Women's Mental Health Summit 2026, organised by Mpower Mpower , said, As India accelerates its growth trajectory, safeguarding womens mental health must be integral to our national priorities. This summit is designed to translate awareness into measurable action by building stronger support ecosystems, influencing policy conversations and encouraging institutional accountability for womens psychological well-being. The 2026 edition reinforces our belief that investing in womens emotional health is an investment in the countrys long-term social and economic resilience . This years summit will bring together globally respected clinicians, mental-health practitioners, policy advocates, researchers, and lived-experience speakers to examine womens mental-health needs across life stages. The agenda includes conversations on intergenerational trauma featuring leading international experts Eamon McCrory, CEO, Anna Freud and Professor of Developmental Neuroscience and Psychopathology, UCL, and Peter Fonagy, CBE Professor of Contemporary Psychoanalysis and Developmental Science at UCL. Their participation will provide a research-driven foundation for understanding how early experiences shape lifelong mental health. A powerful conversation on resilience and overcoming adversity will feature trans rights activist Dr. Akkai Padmashali and Olympian Anju Bobby George, offering deeply personal perspectives on identity, stigma, and perseverance. Maternal mental health, reproductive well-being, and life-stage transitions will be discussed by experts such as Dr. Janhavi Nilekani, Founder of the Aastrika Foundation; Dr. Duru Shah, renowned gynaecologist and reproductive health specialist; Dr. Padmaja Samant, Head of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at KEM Hospital; and Dr. Meghna Singhal, founder of Raising Family Academy. These discussions will highlight the critical need for early intervention, perinatal support, and long-term mental-health care for mothers. Policymakers and public-health experts such as Sarah Fathima (IPS) DCP Southeast Division Bengaluru City and Jasmine Kalha (Co-Director and Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Mental Health Law & Policy,) will address the broader need for gender-responsive mental-health systems that reach women across socioeconomic and geographic contexts. ; Sr. Psychiatrist & Advisor on adolescent and youth mental healthan urgent priority as young women navigate complex emotional, academic, and digital landscapes. Mpowers mission is to create an inclusive platform that fosters mental well-being and empowers changemakers to redefine mental health in society. This vision was exemplified at its flagship Mpowering Minds Summit 2025, held in Mumbai and focused on youth mental health, which convened global and national leaders from institutions such as Harvard Medical School, NIMHANS, the World Economic Forum, and Mental Health First Aid International, among others, to advance dialogue on systemic reform and scalable solutions. The Mpowering Minds Womens Mental Health Summit 2026 will further accelerate national momentum toward advancing womens mental health as a national priority. About Mpower Mpower, an initiative of Aditya Birla Education Trust is a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to transforming India approach to mental health. Founded 10 years ago, Mpower has emerged as a leading force in spreading awareness, reducing stigma, and delivering holistic mental health care. With a robust team of over 200 trained professionals, Mpower impacts more than 121 million lives across seven cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Delhi, Kota and Pune. Operating through five key verticalsMovement, Clinical Care, Outreach, Academia, and Mpower 1 on 1Mpower offers a comprehensive range of services. The Movement focuses on changing cultural perceptions and alleviating stigma. Clinical Care provides world-class mental health services through the Centre, the Foundation, and the Cell, catering to various needs from holistic care to affordable support for the underprivileged. The Outreach vertical drives awareness and capacity-building through IGNITE Programs for schools, colleges, NGOs, and corporates. Academia equips individuals and professionals with skills to handle mental health crises and foster empathy. The Helpline offers 24/7 multilingual support, while special projects like Samvedana enhance mental health care in primary health centers. Mpowers integrated approach and collaboration with government agencies underscore its commitment to creating a supportive and stigma-free mental health landscape.
Bengal SIR: Scrutiny deadline ends in four days
Kolkata: With only four days left for the scrutiny of the supporting identity documents provided by the voters at the hearing session regarding the claims and objections to the draft voters list in West Bengal, more than 1,14,000 documents submitted during the hearing have yet to be uploaded into the system for final examination. Sources 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 .
BJP back to Rath Yatras to boost political prospects in West Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a gathering at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Grounds at the culmination of the yatras across the State
T20 World Cup's rain twist finalises Indias Super 8 opponent line-up
India's Super 8 opponents for the T20 World Cup 2026 are set. Zimbabwe joins the West Indies and South Africa in the next stage. India will face South Africa on February 22 in Ahmedabad. They then play Zimbabwe in Chennai and conclude against the West Indies in Kolkata. India advanced after defeating Pakistan. They top Group A with three wins.
Mamata terms EC Tughlaqi Commission, alleges voter manipulation in Bengal
Kolkata, Feb 18 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday described the Election Commission as a Tughlaqi Commission run by a political party, alleging widespread manipulation of voters lists in the state. By using the word Tughlaqi, Banerjee was alluding to the Delhi sultan Muhammad bin Tughlaq who was known for whimsical decisions. Speaking to reporters at the state secretariat, she said, A woman functionary in the BJP IT cell removed 58 lakh voters names in Bengal using AI. The EC is defying Supreme Court orders, targeting voters, and undermining democracy. On voter deletions, she alleged that, on
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Unemployed youths line up in Kolkata to avail States 1,500 Aid
West Bengals Banglar Yuva Sathi scheme, offering Rs 1,500 monthly allowance to unemployed youths aged 2140, has drawn massive response. Enrollment camps are underway from February 1526, 10 am to 5 pm
KOLKATA, Feb 16:Italy fought hard until the end but England clinched a 24-run victory to book their berth in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup from Group C, here on Monday. Chasing a huge 203, Italy replied with 178 all-out as Ben Manenti top scored with a 25-ball 60 (4x4s, 6x6s), Justin Mosca made a 34-ball 43 and Grant Stewart hit 45 off 23 balls (2x4s, 5x6s). Earlier, Will Jacks scored a brisk 53 not out late in [] The post England beat Italy by 24 runs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
T20 World Cup England vs Italy: Woman spectator injured as ball strikes her face Kolkata
The local woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was struck on the face by the ball, causing nosebleed
East Bengal kicked off their ISL campaign in emphatic fashion with a commanding 3-0 victory over NorthEast United at the Salt Lake Stadium, delivering a performance that underlined both intent and attacking quality. While the final scoreline read three, the Red and Gold Brigade could argue it might easily have been more. Oscar Bruzons men controlled proceedings from the outset, dictating tempo and carving out multiple openings in the first half. Their movement in the final third repeatedly unsettled NorthEasts backline, but a lack of clinical finishing meant the sides went into the break level despite East Bengals clear superiority. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 65th minute, and it was a moment worth the wait. Bipin Singh whipped in a delightful in-swinging cross from the left flank, perfectly weighted into the danger area. Rising above the defenders, new Spanish recruit Youssef Ezzejjari powered a glancing header beyond Gurmeet Singh to open his account and hand East Bengal a deserved lead. Five minutes later, the Spaniard struck again. Edmund Lalrindika showcased excellent footwork and composure down the touchline, dancing past his marker before delivering a teasing ball into the box. Ezzejjari reacted sharply, finishing clinically to double both his tally and his teams advantage, effectively putting the contest beyond NorthEasts reach. Imad Wasim Announces Marriage To Nyla Raja; Ex-Wife Sannia Shares VIDEO, Calls Her 'Homewrecker' & 'Cheater' With NorthEast forced to push forward in search of a response, spaces began to open up at the back. East Bengal capitalised deep into stoppage time to add further gloss to the scoreline. PV Vishnu released Miguel Ferreira down the left on a swift counter-attack, and the forward made no mistake, driving a precise shot across Gurmeet into the far corner in the 90+2nd minute. The final whistle was met with roars of approval from the home crowd, who witnessed one of East Bengals most complete ISL performances. Dominant, clinical, and full of attacking verve, the Kolkata giants signalled their ambitions loud and clear with a statement opening-night win.
Kolkata team wins moot court contest at CNLU
In a thrilling showcase of talent, Kolkata's WBNUJS triumphed at the national moot court competition held at CNLU, walking away with Rs50,000 and coveted internship opportunities. Bengaluru's NLSIU impressive performance earned them the runner-up title along with Rs40,000.
Mumbai, February 16: The cricket fans in Mumbai will be slightly disappointed as the iconic Wankhede Stadium ignored for the Super 8 matches of Indian Cricket Team in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. However, they have another chance for them to see the Indian cricketers in action at their favourite venue if the team qualifies for the semi-finals. India moved into the Super 8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 with ease after beating Pakistan in their Group A match at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 15. The victory has grabbed the attention of the Mumbai fans as the famous Wankhede Stadium is not part of the Super 8 matches. The supporters were hoping to see India play at the iconic venue, however, the schedule tells a different story. How the Super 8 Stage Works The Super 8 round features eight teams divided into two groups of four each. The groups were decided before the tournament on pre-seeding rules which means the teams are placed into fixed groups regardless of whether they finish first or second in their league standings. The only criteria is qualification. India has been placed in Group 1 of the Super 8 groups. Group 1 Teams 1. West Indies (Qualified) 2. South Africa (Qualified) 3. India (Qualified) 4. Australia/Zimbabwe (One spot left) West Indies and South Africa have already secured their spots in the Super 8 group after winning all their matches in the group stage. The final position will be either taken by Australia or Zimbabwe. Australia's qualification now depends on the Zimbabwe vs Ireland clash as Sri Lanka defeated the Kangaroos today, riding on Pathum Nissanka's maiden ICC T20 World Cup 2026 century. Race for the Final Super 8 Spot 1. Australia and Zimbabwe are still fighting for qualification from Group B. 2. Australia has one win and two losses 3. Zimbabwe has won both its matches 4. Ireland still has a slim chance If a pre-seeded team like Australia fails to qualify, the next best team (such as Zimbabwe) will take its place. Wankhede Misses Out on India's Matches Despite being one of India's most loved cricket grounds, Wankhede Stadium will not host any of India's Super 8 clashes. This has surprised many fans, especially those in Mumbai. Instead, India's matches are spread across different cities. 'Gussa Chodh Do...': Suryakumar Yadav Clears The Air After Kuldeep Yadav Fight Goes Viral In Funny Reel After IND VS PAK Match | VIDEO India's Super 8 Schedule & Venues 1. India vs South Africa - February 22, Ahmedabad 2. India vs X2 - February 26, Chennai 3. India vs West Indies - March 1, Kolkata While fans may be disappointed about Wankhede, India's qualification has filled them with excitement across the country as the team prepares for tougher challenges ahead.
Manoj Bajpayee cast as Gandhi in Sudhir Mishras next
Sudhir Mishra confirmed Manoj Bajpayee as Mahatma Gandhi via social media, quashing rumors. The versatile actor's casting buzzes industry; filming eyes Kolkata in September. Focus: Gandhi's key life moments, emotional depth over drama. Pre-production on; no other cast details yet.
T20 WC: We Haven't Played Our Best Cricket, Admits Brook As England Seals Super Eights Spot
T20 World Cup Group: England captain Harry Brook admitted his side had yet to hit peak form despite securing qualification for the Super 8s with a hard-fought win over Italy in their ICC Mens T20 World Cup Group C clash at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. We haven't played our best cricket, but at the end of the day, we've made it through, and we're heading to the next round, so we can be happy about that, Brook said during the post-match presentation. England posted 202/7 after being put in to bat, with Will Jacks anchoring the innings with a composed half-century. However, Brook acknowledged that Englands batting unit had not been as consistent as they would have liked throughout the group stage. Yeah, it's been a little bit of a trend so far in the competition. We haven't managed to string along the scores that we'd like to do as a batting unit, but that's part of T20 cricket, he said. Highlighting the format's unpredictability, Brook stressed the need for continued intent, saying, It's a fickle game. One day you can smack a hundred, and the next day you can get out first ball. We've just got to keep on being brave and taking our options up. Englands bowlers were tested by a spirited Italy chase, but Brook credited his teams composure and fielding standards for ensuring they held their nerve. He reserved special praise for Englands death bowling, particularly Sam Curran, whose timely breakthroughs helped seal the victory. We fielded excellently. We bowled nicely as well, and I never really had any doubt there at the end with Sammy and Jamie over the principle the last couple of overs. He (Sam) was awesome. He has been throughout the tournament so far, and we've managed to scrape through, but there's been some good performances, especially from him and Will Jack, who has stepped up when we've been in tricky situations. That's really good to see, he added. Brook also explained his decision-making in using Jofra Archer aggressively during the Power-play to gain early momentum. Looking ahead to the next phase of the tournament, he emphasised the importance of adapting quickly and improving Englands batting intent. We fielded excellently. We bowled nicely as well, and I never really had any doubt there at the end with Sammy and Jamie over the principle the last couple of overs. He (Sam) was awesome. He has been throughout the tournament so far, and we've managed to scrape through, but there's been some good performances, especially from him and Will Jack, who has stepped up when we've been in tricky situations. That's really good to see, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He reiterated the need for a more fearless approach with the bat and concluded by expressing hope that England would peak at the right time in the tournament, stating, But as I said a minute ago, make sure we're being brave with the bat, especially. You've only got 20 overs to bat, and you've got to try and get as many runs as possible. And that's probably been our little downfall in this group stage so far, is that we haven't quite been brave enough and taken our options as much as we felt. Hope that we peak at the right time, as you said, to still get all the way ahead of you. Article Source: IANS
Jacks brilliance vs Italy seals Super 8s berth for England in T20 WC
Kolkata: Will Jacks delivered a fiery all-round performance as England overcame a spirited Italian fightback to beat them by 24 runs and seal their Super Eights berth, in their T20 World Cup Group C clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday, February 16. Opting to bat, England rode on Jacks scintillating unbeaten 53 off 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 .
Kolkata serves up Italy vs England classic in an ICC T20 Cricket World Cup group game
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Filmmaker Sudhir Mishra has announced that Manoj Bajpayee will play Mahatma Gandhi in his upcoming biopic. The film, likely to begin shooting in Kolkata this September, will explore key phases of Gandhis life. Known for his intense performances, Bajpayees casting hints at a thoughtful, character-driven portrayal.
T20 WC: Curran, Overton Overpower Ben, Grants Carnage As England Beat Italy To Qualify For Super 8
T20 World Cup: England sealed their place in the Super 8s of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup with a hard-fought 24-run victory over Italy in a thrilling Group C clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, overcoming a sensational counterattack led by Ben Manenti and Grant Stewart to defend their imposing total of 202. Chasing a target of 203, Italy endured a nightmare start as Jofra Archer struck twice in the opening over. He dismissed JJ Smuts for a duck and reduced Italy to 1/2, immediately putting the associate side on the back foot. Jamie Overton soon compounded their troubles, and Harry Manentis dismissal left Italy struggling at 22/3 inside four overs. With the required rate climbing rapidly, Justin Mosca and Ben Manenti launched a remarkable recovery that briefly tilted the contest. Mosca batted with composure, finding gaps and rotating strike effectively, while Manenti took the aggressive route. The hard-hitting batter unleashed a brutal assault, bringing up a stunning half-century off just 22 balls, the fastest fifty by an associate batter against a Full Member in T20 World Cup history. Manentis innings was packed with clean striking, including six towering sixes and four boundaries, as he dismantled Englands bowling attack. Together with Mosca, who contributed a fluent 43 off 34 balls, he stitched a crucial partnership that lifted Italy to 114/3 in the 12th over and suddenly put England under immense pressure. Just as Italy appeared poised for a famous upset, Will Jacks delivered a vital breakthrough. He dismissed Manenti for a blistering 60 off 25 balls, with Tom Banton holding on to a crucial catch at long-on. The wicket shifted momentum back in Englands favour. Adil Rashid further tightened Englands grip by removing Mosca, while Sam Curran struck twice in quick succession to derail Italys middle-order. Curran dismissed Marcus Campopiano and Gian Meade, ensuring England regained control at a decisive stage of the chase. Grant Stewart, however, refused to back down and reignited Italys hopes with a fearless late assault. He smashed 45 off just 23 balls, including five sixes, while Jaspreet Singh also joined the attack as Italy hammered 21 runs off Rashids 18th over, bringing the equation down to 30 off 12 balls. Curran held his nerve to remove Stewart in the penultimate over, effectively ending Italys resistance. With 25 required off the final over, Overton wrapped up the innings clinically, dismissing Jaspreet Singh and Ali Hasan as Italy were bowled out for 178 in 20 overs. Englands bowling effort was led by Overton (3/18) and Curran (3/22), while Archers early breakthroughs proved equally decisive. Though Italy fell short, their fearless display, which included 13 sixes, the most by an associate team against a Full Member in a T20 World Cup innings, earned widespread admiration. In the end, Englands experience and composure under pressure proved decisive as they secured a crucial victory and advanced to the Super Eights. Though Italy fell short, their fearless display, which included 13 sixes, the most by an associate team against a Full Member in a T20 World Cup innings, earned widespread admiration. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England 202/7 in 20 overs (Will Jacks 53*, Tom Banton 30; Crishan Kalugamage 2-41, Grant Stewart 2-51) beat Italy 178 all out in 20 overs (Ben Manenti 60, Grant Stewart 45; Jamie Overton 3-18, Sam Curran 3-22) by 24 runs Article Source: IANS
T20 WC: Credit To The Top Order, Says Englands Jacks After Blazing Fifty Against Italy
T20 World Cup: England batter Will Jacks credited the information shared by the top order and favourable batting conditions after smashing a blistering 53 off 22 balls to power his side to 202/7 against Italy in their Group C clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. Jacks explosive knock, studded with towering sixes and clean hitting, lifted England past the 200-run mark after they had slipped into a tricky position midway through the innings. His counterattacking approach in the death overs ensured England finished strongly and seized the momentum. Reflecting on his innings, Jacks emphasised the importance of information relayed by his teammates, which helped him assess the conditions quickly when he arrived at the crease. You've got to give credit to the top-order there, because the way they relayed information is obviously critical in T20 cricket, and I had a very good idea of what the pitch looked like when I went out there, Jacks said after the end of the first innings. He also described the surface as one of the best England had encountered in the tournament so far, allowing batters to play their strokes with confidence, saying, Yeah, it's probably the best one we've played on so far, I think. Minimal spin, not much hold with the slower ball, a little bit on the lower side compared to what we've seen at the Wankhede, but it's a very good batting track. With England posting a formidable total, Jacks said the focus would now shift to executing their plans with the ball against a capable Italian batting unit. Always available. Just waiting to see what Brooky wants to do. Yeah, it's a good score, but we've seen how it's been the fastest in this tournament so far, so obviously we've got a dangerous line-up, so we're going to have to bowl well, he said. He also described the surface as one of the best England had encountered in the tournament so far, allowing batters to play their strokes with confidence, saying, Yeah, it's probably the best one we've played on so far, I think. Minimal spin, not much hold with the slower ball, a little bit on the lower side compared to what we've seen at the Wankhede, but it's a very good batting track. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Well, it's brilliant having them in the tournament. I think we're lucky that we played them in our last group game, so we've been able to watch them earlier on. So we've learned from how they've gone about that. I think it's about taking care of what you do first and then looking at the opposition, he stated. Article Source: IANS
T20 WC: Will Jacks Blistering Fifty Powers England To 202/7 Against Italy
T20 World Cup: Will Jacks smashed a sensational 53 off just 22 balls to propel England to a formidable 202/7 in 20 overs against Italy in their Group-stage clash in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. After opting to bat, England got off to a brisk start through Phil Salt and Jos Buttler, with Salt setting the early tone by striking a six and two fours. However, Italy struck an early blow when Grant Stewart dismissed Buttler for just three in the third over, inducing a mistimed loft that was safely taken at mid-off. Salt continued his aggressive approach, racing to 28 off 15 balls with two fours and two sixes, but his promising innings was cut short when Ali Hasan had him caught at deep square leg, leaving England at 56/2 at the end of the powerplay. Jacob Bethell and Tom Banton then steadied the innings with a useful partnership, mixing caution with occasional boundaries. Bethell made 23 off 20 balls before falling to Ben Manenti, while Banton contributed a steady 30 off 21 deliveries, including three fours and a six, before being caught off Crishan Kalugamages bowling. England found themselves under pressure at 114/5 after Harry Brook (14) and Bethell departed in quick succession. However, Will Jacks and Sam Curran turned the tide with a counterattacking partnership that decisively shifted momentum. Jacks played with remarkable intent, taking apart the Italian spinners with a flurry of boundaries and towering sixes. He struck back-to-back sixes off Ben Manenti in the 16th over, which yielded 20 runs and brought England firmly back on track. Curran supported him well with a brisk 25 off 19 balls, including two sixes, before falling to Crishan Kalugamage while attempting another big hit. Jamie Overton then chipped in with a quickfire 15 off nine balls to keep up the scoring rate. Jacks, however, remained the standout performer, showcasing his power and composure under pressure. He brought up his maiden T20I half-century in just 21 balls with a towering six in the final over, underlining his dominance. His knock included four sixes and three boundaries and ensured England crossed the 200-run mark. Italys bowlers had moments of success, with Kalugamage (2/41) and Stewart (2/51) picking up crucial wickets, but they struggled to contain Englands late onslaught. England plundered 58 runs in the final five overs, thanks largely to Jacks late blitz, which lifted them from a vulnerable position to a commanding total. Italys bowlers had moments of success, with Kalugamage (2/41) and Stewart (2/51) picking up crucial wickets, but they struggled to contain Englands late onslaught. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England 202/7 in 20 overs (Will Jacks 53*, Tom Banton 30; Crishan Kalugamage 2-41, Grant Stewart 2-51) against Italy Article Source: IANS
West Bengal Para Teachers Demand Higher Monthly Honorarium, Seek Dignified Pay
Kolkata: A platform of para teachers in West Bengal has urged Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to enhance their monthly honorarium at the primary and upper primary levels, citing rising living costs and financial hardship. In a letter handed over to the minister during his visit to Kolkata on February 14, Bhagirath Ghosh, convener of Parshwa Shikshak Oikyamanch, called for the introduction of a proper pay structure to enable para teachers to live with dignity in society. Ghosh said para teachers currently receive Rs 10,000 per month at the primary level and Rs 13,000 at the upper primary level under a 60:40 funding pattern between the Centre and the state. 'Mandatory To Appear In First Board Exam For Class 10 Students': CBSE On 2 Board Exams Policy This amount is very low compared to the present cost of living, he said, demanding that the honorarium be hiked to a decent limit. He said the teachers were appointed under the District Project Office of the School Education Department, Government of West Bengal, under the Samagra Shiksha Mission for elementary education through a government order dated November 16, 2010. They are engaged in government-aided and government-sponsored schools on contractual terms up to the age of 60 and are professionally qualified with B.Ed or D.El.Ed degrees, he added. The forum also demanded that the central allocation meant for para teachers be transferred directly to their bank accounts and that the honorarium system be ended. India-UK Deepen Ties In Education; British Council Announces Opening Of 8 University Campuses Alleging indifference on the part of the state government towards their financial distress, Ghosh said para teachers form the backbone of the primary education system. Meanwhile, BJP Teacher Cell joint convenor and leader of another para teachers' body, WBPTTA, Pintu Parui, said they had apprised Pradhan of their grievances during a programme in the city on Saturday and that the minister assured them he would look into the matter. Parui claimed Pradhan said it would be easier for the Centre to address the issues of para teachers if a BJP government comes to power in the state this year, accusing the ruling Trinamool Congress of non-cooperation. (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
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Jack Jarvis Approved As Replacement For Injured Safyaan Sharif In Scotland Squad
The Event Technical Committee: Jack Jarvis has been approved as a replacement for injured seamer Safyaan Sharif in the Scotland squad for the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, the ICC said on Monday. Sharif injured his right groin during a team training session on February 12 and will be replaced by Jarvis, who has eight T20I caps for Scotland and was already with the squad as a travelling reserve. The Event Technical Committee (ETC) of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 has approved Jack Jarvis as a replacement for Safyaan Sharif in the Scotland squad, the ICC said in a statement. The ETC consists of Wasim Khan ICC General Manager Cricket (ICC Representative), Gaurav Saxena (IBC Representative), Hemang Amin (Host Representative), Shaun Pollock (Independent Representative). Having been handed a late invite into the tournament less than three weeks ago, Scotland coaching staff and players had to swiftly pivot from pre-season training to tournament mode, whilst behind the scenes operational planning went into overdrive to ensure the squad reached India with enough preparation time. Three matches in Kolkata saw a comprehensive victory over Italy countered by defeats to the West Indies and to England, the latter in front of 50,000 spectators at Eden Gardens. Scotland, sitting third in Group C, now head to Mumbai to face Nepal on Tuesday evening but require other results in Group to fall in their favour if they are to progress to the Super Eights. Scotland's 11th hour entry, replacing Bangladesh, marked a fifth consecutive appearance at Men's T20 World Cups. Scotland, sitting third in Group C, now head to Mumbai to face Nepal on Tuesday evening but require other results in Group to fall in their favour if they are to progress to the Super Eights. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Travelling reserves: Jasper Davidson. Article Source: IANS
RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the RBI Assistant Notification 2026, which calls for applications for 650 positions in its regional offices around the country. The announcement, which can be found on the Bank's official website at www.rbi.org.in, states that the application period would be open from February 16, 2026, until March 8, 2026. Direct link for announcement RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out: Important dates Candidates are advised to keep track of the schedule to avoid missing any deadlines: Online Application Begins: February 16, 2026 Last Date to Apply & Pay Fees: March 8, 2026 Preliminary Examination: April 11, 2026 Main Examination: June 7, 2026 RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out: Vacancy details The 650 vacancies are distributed across 17 regional offices as follows: Ahmedabad 20 SC: 0 | ST: 4 | OBC: 6 | EWS: 2 | GEN/UR: 8 Bengaluru 24 SC: 0 | ST: 3 | OBC: 9 | EWS: 2 | GEN: 10 Bhopal 30 SC: 1 | ST: 5 | OBC: 0 | EWS: 3 | GEN: 21 Bhubaneswar 18 SC: 3 | ST: 4 | OBC: 2 | EWS: 1 | GEN: 8 Chandigarh 20 SC: 5 | ST: 0 | OBC: 5 | EWS: 2 | GEN: 8 Chennai 53 SC: 13 | ST: 1 | OBC: 12 | EWS: 5 | GEN: 22 Guwahati 36 SC: 2 | ST: 9 | OBC: 7 | EWS: 3 | GEN: 15 Hyderabad 11 SC: 2 | ST: 0 | OBC: 3 | EWS: 1 | GEN: 5 Jaipur 11 SC: 2 | ST: 1 | OBC: 2 | EWS: 1 | GEN: 5 Jammu 10 SC: 0 | ST: 1 | OBC: 4 | EWS: 1 | GEN: 4 Kanpur & Lucknow 50 SC: 14 | ST: 0 | OBC: 11 | EWS: 5 | GEN: 20 Kolkata 29 SC: 3 | ST: 2 | OBC: 0 | EWS: 2 | GEN: 22 Mumbai 249 SC: 54 | ST: 2 (1 PwBD) | OBC: 25 | EWS: 24 | GEN: 144 Nagpur 17 SC: 2 | ST: 5 | OBC: 1 | EWS: 1 | GEN: 8 New Delhi 49 SC: 6 | ST: 0 | OBC: 6 | EWS: 4 | GEN: 33 Patna 17 SC: 3 | ST: 0 | OBC: 5 | EWS: 1 | GEN: 8 Thiruvananthapuram 6 SC: 0 | ST: 0 | OBC: 1 | EWS: 0 | GEN: 5 Category-Wise Total Vacancies SC: 110 ST: 37 (1 PwBD) OBC: 99 EWS: 58 GEN/UR: 346 Grand Total: 650 (1 PwBD) RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out: Eligibility criteria Educational Qualification (As on February 1, 2026) Bachelors degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates). Knowledge of PC word processing. Proficiency in the local language of the concerned State/UT (reading, writing, speaking and understanding). Age Limit (As on February 1, 2026) Minimum Age: 20 years Maximum Age: 28 years Candidates must be born between February 2, 1998 and February 1, 2006 (both dates inclusive). RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out: Application Fee SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: 50 + 18% GST = 59 General / OBC / EWS: 450 + 18% GST = 531 RBI Staff Candidates: Nil (No fee) RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out: Documents required Before starting the registration process, keep the following documents ready: Scanned photograph Signature Left thumb impression Handwritten declaration (No corrections are allowed after final submission.) RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out: How to register Visit the official RBI website and go to the Assistant Recruitment section. Click on the RBI Assistant 2026 Apply Online link. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number. Enter your personal, educational and category details carefully. Upload the required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration). Pay the application fee through the online payment mode. Submit the form and download/print a copy for future reference. Direct link to apply
Banton rescues England after another wobble against Scotland
England revived their T20 World Cup campaign with a five wicket win over Scotland in Kolkata, a result that leaves Scotland close to a group stage exit. Scotland were dismissed for 152 on a strong batting surface. England then lost Phil Salt and Jos Buttler inside two overs and slipped to 86 for four when [] The post Banton rescues England after another wobble against Scotland appeared first on Caught At Point .
ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match starts at 3:00 pm Kolkata, Feb 15: Two-time champions England will look to seal their Super Eights berth when they take on T20 World Cup debutants and fierce football rivals Italy in their final Group C match here on Monday. England and Italy share a fierce sporting rivalry on []
ENG vs ITA Match 29 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI
ENG vs ITA, Match 29, Cricket Tips :The Mumbai leg for England in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 didn't go as planned. They were close to losing to Nepal and then ended up losing to West Indies at Wankhede Stadium. But as they moved to Kolkata, they beat Scotland comprehensively by five wickets. Now, their final group game is also in Kolkata. England will square off with Italy on Monday at 3 PM IST at Eden Gardens. This is the first time that these two teams will be up against each other. England need this win to qualify for the next round. Italy had a historic win over Nepal by ten wickets, and they will take that confidence forward. ENG vs ITA: Match Details Date : February 16, 2026 (Monday) Time : 3:00 PM IST Venue : Eden Gardens, Kolkata ENG vs ITA Live Streaming Details To watch the ENG vs ITA game on TV, fans can tune into the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. ENG vs ITA Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 0 England: 0 Italy : 0 No-Result : 0 ENG vs ITA: Ground Pitch Report Eden Gardens will be a good wicket to bat on. This is an afternoon game, and the wicket will be dry, which will make the ball grip and turn a bit from the surface. That is where the toss will be key. Whoever wins the toss should bat first, as the game will slow down. ENG vs ITA: Possible XIs England : Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid Italy : Anthony Mosca, JJ Smuts, Justin Mosca, Harry Manenti (c), Ben Manenti, Marcus Campopiano, Gian Meade (wk), Grant Stewart, Jaspreet Singh, Crishan Kalugamage, Ali Hasan ENG vs ITA: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Phil Salt is the highest-ranked English batter in T20Is. His style of play and his consistency can put this opposition under pressure. Anthony Mosca scored an unbeaten fifty against Nepal and showed his strokeplay, proving that he can adjust to these conditions well. Probable Best Bowler Adil Rashid has the most wickets for England, and he might be a difficult bowler to face. For Italy, Crishan Kalugamage won MOTM against Nepal and showed his full variety, and he can be a surprise package. Today Match Prediction : There is no comparison between these two sides and we predict England to win this game. ENG vs ITA Match 29, ICC T20 World Cup 2026, Today ENG vs ITA Match, ENG vs ITA Prediction, ENG vs ITA Predicted XIs, Injury Update for ENG vs ITA Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Pick-Pocket Gang Posing As Bohurupis Arrested In Kolkata
At times they were the dusky Kali, at times the blue faced Shiva, or even Durga: They were the Bohurupis out on the streets of Kolkata. The Kolkata Police has now busted a gang pickpockets posing as Bohurupis.
New Delhi: Housing prices in Delhi-NCR increased by 6 per cent in 2025, a sharp slowdown after a massive 49 per cent jump in 2024, according to data released by PropTiger, now owned by Aurum PropTech. The moderation reflects softer demand after a steep rise in property rates during the 20222024 period. Across the top eight cities, average housing prices rose 6 per cent in 2025 compared to a 17 per cent increase in 2024. The data shows that while prices are still rising, the pace has clearly slowed. Mumbai Real Estate News: Reliance Industries Buys 3 Luxury Homes At One Altamount Road For 85 Crore Aurum PropTech Executive Director Onkar Shetye said that stable pricing and controlled supply have helped maintain market balance. He added that developers have managed inventory well, creating a stable base for 2026. Bengaluru Leads, Chennai Remains Flat Among major cities, Bengaluru recorded the highest growth of 13 percent. Average prices in the city increased to Rs 8,533 per sq ft in 2025 from Rs 7,536 per sq ft in 2024. Industry experts say strong demand from IT professionals, growing Global Capability Centres (GCCs), and infrastructure development in North and East Bengaluru supported the rise. In contrast, Chennai saw almost no change in prices, which remained around Rs 7,200 per sq ft. Palghar Real Estate News: MahaRERA Orders Oyster Corporation To Pay Interest For Delayed Possession Of Shops In Vasai-Virar Project In Delhi-NCR, prices rose to Rs 8,570 per sq ft from Rs 8,105 per sq ft. Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) saw a 4 per cent rise to Rs 13,164 per sq ft, while Pune recorded a marginal 1 per cent increase to Rs 7,192 per sq ft. Ahmedabad prices grew 8 per cent to Rs 4,754 per sq ft. Hyderabad also saw an 8 percent rise to Rs 7,644 per sq ft. Kolkata recorded a 6 per cent increase to Rs 5,945 per sq ft. Developers say higher land and construction costs also pushed prices upward. However, experts believe the market is now more stable, with genuine homebuyers driving demand rather than investors.
Disguised As Deities, 4 Arrested For Pickpocketing In Kolkata
In a dramatic crackdown, Kolkata Police have arrested four men accused of posing as Hindu gods and goddesses to steal from unsuspecting pedestrians across the city. , , , , - pic.twitter.com/mF03RZLCs5 Kolkata Police (@KolkataPolice) February 15, 2026 According to a post shared by Kolkata Police on X, the accused would dress up as deities such as Maa Kali and Lord Shiva and approach people waiting at traffic signals or roadside crossings, seeking alms. While engaging victims in conversation and invoking religious sentiments, the gang allegedly stole wallets and mobile phones with astonishing skill before disappearing into the crowd. The breakthrough came after a complaint was lodged at Jorasanko Police Station. The four accused, identified as Anil Ramju Salat, Dhiru Kalobhai Salat, Samirbhai Salat, and Raju Kumar, were arrested from the Hastings area. All are residents of Anand district in Gujarat. Police said the gang had been operating not just in Kolkata but in other cities as well, using the same modus operandi. Mumbai Airport Taxi Scam: Cab Duo Arrested For Duping Wadala Couple Of 3,300 (1,000 Thai Baht) Investigators traced the suspects following the arrest of two individuals, Mohammad Shahnawaz and Mohammad Samir, in a mobile theft case registered at Girish Park Police Station. During interrogation, leads emerged that pointed to the four accused. Police added that the investigation is ongoing and efforts are underway to uncover a wider network linked to the group.
Singer Anuv Jain, best known for tracks like Baarishein, Husn, Afsos, Arz Kiya Hai, and Alag Aasmaan, is currently on his Dastakhat World Tour and made Valentines Day 2026 special for Mumbaikars as he performed in the city on Saturday, February 14, at the DOME, SVP Stadium (NSCI). The evening turned even more memorable when a man got lucky as his girlfriend proposed to him in front of the cheering crowd. Woman Proposes To Boyfriend At Anuv Jain's Mumbai Show A woman named Ritu Aarti Atul Joysar (@ritu.joysar) took the stage along with her boyfriend, Angad Saini, holding a placard that read, Can me and my partner sing with you? In a surprising twist, she revealed that she wasn't on stage to sing but to propose to her boyfriend instead. Amid loud cheers from the crowd, Ritu, who was initially wearing a grey jacket, removed it to reveal a black T-shirt that read 'Angads Girl,' featuring their photos. The heartfelt gesture left Angad visibly shocked. Moments later, she went down on one knee and proposed to him. In an emotional and joyful moment, Angad said yes, and the two sealed it with a kiss as the crowd erupted in applause. Check out the video: 'Main Bohot Miserable Tha': Singer Anuv Jain Reveals How Tamasha Changed His Life, Recalls Ranbir Kapoor Kissing His Head View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ritu Aarti Atul Joysar (@ritu.joysar) Anuv Jain Reacts Reacting to the proposal video, Anuv Jain sweetly commented on the heartwarming moment. He wrote, What a moment man! Congratulations to both of you guys. p.s. call me to your wedding thanks. Marking Anuv Jains first-ever global concert series, the Dastakhat World Tour has travelled through major cities including New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Pune, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Indore before arriving in Mumbai. Singer Anuv Jain Gets Emotional After Marrying Girlfriend Hridi Narang, INSIDE Video From Wedding Goes Viral Following the Mumbai show, Anuv is set to perform in Jaipur on February 20, with the tour concluding in Bengaluru on February 22.
11 Of 14 Trapped Jharkhand Workers Rescued From Dubai, Allege Assault And Unpaid Dues
The workers landed in Bengaluru from Abu Dhabi. They then travelled to Kolkata before reaching their districts in Jharkhand by road.
Bengal SIR hearings end; 4.98 lakh more voters identified for deletion
Kolkata: The hearing phase on claims and objections to the draft voters list in West Bengal concluded on Saturday evening, with 4.98 lakh additional names identified as eligible for deletion from the final voters list. These 4.98 lakh voters are those who abstained from attending the hearing sessions despite repeated notices being served to them 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 .
Mohun Bagan beat Kerala Blasters 2-0 in season opener
Indian Super League Kolkata, Feb 14: Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant began their Indian Super League campaign with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Kerala Blasters in the season opener at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharathi Krirangan here on Saturday. A first half strike from Jamie Maclaren (36th minute) and a second half injury-time goal from []
Rashid, Banton guide England to 5-wicket win over Scotland
KOLKATA, Feb 14: Veteran leg-spinner Adil Rashid returned with figures of 3/36 before Tom Banton smashed an unbeaten fifty in the middle overs to guide England to a comfortable five-wicket win over Scotland in a T20 World Cup Group C match here on Saturday. Opting to bowl first, England rode on Rashids exploits to bowl out Scotland for 152. Pacer Jofra Archer and left-arm spinner Liam Dawson also chipped in with two wickets apiece. Captain Richie Berrington top-scored for Scotland [] The post Rashid, Banton guide England to 5-wicket win over Scotland appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shillong-bound flight delayed by bomb threat at Kolkata airport
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 14: A handwritten bomb threat discovered in an aircraft lavatory sent a Shillong-bound IndiGo flight into a security lockdown at Kolkata airport on Saturday, leaving passengers stranded for hours before the flight was eventually cleared to land at Umroi. The flight was scheduled to depart Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International []
Bomb Threat Written With Lipstick Forces IndiGo Kolkata-Dibrugarh Flight To Make Emergency Landing
IndiGo flight made an emergency landing after a bomb threat written with lipstick was found in the lavatory. No explosives detected. Investigation underway.
Second bomb scare in a day at Kolkata airport; Dibrugarh flight lands safely
Kolkata airport experienced two security scares on Saturday. An IndiGo flight bound for Dibrugarh landed safely after a suspicious message was found in its toilet. Earlier, a Shillong-bound IndiGo flight was grounded for hours due to a similar hoax bomb threat. Both incidents involved messages found in aircraft lavatories. Passengers were safely deplaned in both cases.
Amrita Rao pays heartfelt tribute to Madhubala on birth anniversary
New Delhi: Actor Amrita Rao celebrated cinema star Madhubala on her 93rd birth anniversary as she recreated a scene from her film Howrah Bridge, a 1958 cult classic. Rao shared a post on her Instagram handle on Saturday, which featured a video of her standing at Kolkatas Howrah Bridge lip sync to the tunes of 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 .
Brook Relieved After Englands Five-Wicket Win, Hails Archer and Banton
England captain Harry Brook expressed relief after his side secured two crucial points with a five-wicket win over Scotland at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday, praising Jofra Archers sharp spell, Tom Bantons match-winning knock at No. 4, and the middle-orders composure in steadying the chase after an early wobble. Tom Banton's unbeaten 63 and Jacob Bethell's 32 helped England edge out Scotland by five wickets with 10 balls to spare. I'm just glad that we got over the line tonight. We were over the moon with that. They batted really well against our spinners again in that first couple of spells and were ahead of us at one point, but we managed to drag things back really well, said Brook after the match. Englands bowlers managed to reduce Scotland to 152/9 after facing some early aggression. Jofra Archer returned to his best form with (2-14), hitting tough lengths that unsettled the batters. Archer got rid of George Munsey early in the inning and then came back to get rid of Brandon McMullen with sharp bouncers. Praising Archer, Brook said, Yeah, he was slamming the length beautifully today. He got his lines and lengths perfect and bowled with gas again and with good skills. So it's nice to see him back in the park and doing really well. England had a rocky start to the chase with both Phil Salt and Jos Buttler getting out within the first couple of overs (2 and 3, respectively). Scotland's opening bowlers (Brad Currie and Richie McMullen) were exceptional through the first 6 overs, getting England behind. The momentum shifted a bit when Jacob Bethell and Tom Banton put together a 66-run third-wicket partnership. Bethell (32) fell, and before long, Harry Brook was back in the dugout after scoring just 4 runs. Banton then went on to dominate the run chase. He got to 50 runs in only 33 balls and was well supported by Sam Curran. The two added 46 runs off 33 balls for the 5th wicket and swung the match in England's favour. England had a rocky start to the chase with both Phil Salt and Jos Buttler getting out within the first couple of overs (2 and 3, respectively). Scotland's opening bowlers (Brad Currie and Richie McMullen) were exceptional through the first 6 overs, getting England behind. Also Read: Live Cricket Score On Bantons inning, Brook said, Yeah, he was awesome, and that's why he slid in nicely at that number 4 role and looked to take down spinners like he did today, and it came off, and he deserves all of that, and he's played really nicely. I've always had confidence in our middle order. We knew it was going to be a decent wicket; it wasn't really going to change. And then with this outfield as well, we knew that we didn't really need to take too many unnecessary risks and just hit in the gaps, and then when you get the ball to hit for six, try to hit for six. Bants (Banton) played it beautifully today, and Sam's (Curran) little cameo as well was awesome. Article Source: IANS
Brook relieved as England do enough to get campaign back on track
Captain glad to get over line after being pushed by Scotland in nervy Kolkata clash
Kolkata, Feb 14: Englands Jos Buttler on Saturday made history by becoming the first wicket-keeper batter and fastest player in the world to score 4,000 runs in T20 Internationals based on balls faced. He reached this milestone in just 2,670 deliveries, breaking the previous record set by Rohit Sharma. Milestone achieved in World Cup clash He reached 4,000 runs during the Group C match against Scotland in the ICC T20 Men's World Cup 2026 on Saturday in Kolkata. Buttler needed three runs for 4,000. He achieved this on the fourth ball of the second over (chasing 153 runs). This was also Buttler's 150th T20I for England, making him the only English cricketer one of five players globally to have played 150 or more T20Is. However, he departed early, scoring just three from four deliveries, chipping it to McMullen off Currie in the second over of the chase. Fourth player to cross 4,000-run mark Buttler is only the fourth player to score 4,000 runs in T20Is and the first Englishman to achieve the feat. Before Buttler, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Babar Azam were the other players to reach this milestone. Kohli was the first person to have 4,000 runs, achieving this on November 10, 2022, during the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2022 versus England at the Adelaide Oval. Buttler made his T20I debut against India in 2011. He has scored over 4,000 runs, with an average of more than 35 and a strike rate of 148. His record includes 28 half-centuries and one century, with a highest score of 101. One remarkable fact among his records is that he is the only wicketkeeper in T20I cricket history to reach the 4,000-run mark. Also Watch: 122 Metres Of Magic! Jos Buttler Breaks Guinness World Record For Highest Cricket Catch; Video Goes Viral Englands leading T20I run-scorer Buttler, a former captain of England, is the top run-scorer in T20Is for England. He is far ahead of Eoin Morgan, the former captain, who has 2,458 runs from 115 games. He is one of their best players in the shortest format of the international game and is also a much-appreciated player in the T20 franchises around the globe. ( Disclaimer: Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
T20 WC: England survive scare vs Scotland, keep super eights dream alive
Kolkata: Adil Rashids triple strike set up the contest before Tom Bantons unbeaten half-century guided England to a crucial five-wicket win over Scotland, keeping their Super Eights hopes alive in the T20 World Cup on Saturday, February 14. In their must-win Group C clash after their shock loss to West Indies, two-time champions England first 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 .
Bantons 63* Guides England to Five-Wicket Win Over Scotland
Tom Banton's unbeaten 63 and Jacob Bethell's 32 helped England edge out Scotland by five wickets with 10 balls to spare in the 23rd match of the T20 World Cup 2026 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday. This was also England's first victory against a European side in T20 World Cup history. Earlier, England opted to bowl on a juicy surface, and Jofra Archer had an instant effect in the second over of his spell, taking two early wickets in the powerplay -- George Munsey (4) and Brandon McMullen (0). Michael Jones and Richie Berrington provided stability to the innings during the Power-play. Jones looked confident until he was dismissed by Sam Curran in the sixth over for 33 runs. Berrington and Tom Bruce had a great partnership for Scotland, putting on 71 runs from just 41 balls for the fourth wicket. Bruce was out against the run of play for 24 runs off 18 balls, whilst Berrington fell for 49 runs off 32 balls, just short of his half-century. After a spirited late-order contribution from Oliver Davidson, Scotland managed to reach 150 runs. Scotland's innings then fell apart as they lost wickets at regular intervals, eventually being bowled out for 152 runs in 19.4 overs. Adil Rashid finished with excellent figures of 3 wickets for 36 runs as Jofra chipped in with two for 24. England had a rocky start to the chase with both Phil Salt and Jos Buttler getting out within the first couple of overs (2 and 3, respectively). Scotland's opening bowlers (Brad Currie and Richie McMullen) were exceptional through the first 6 overs, getting England behind. The momentum shifted a bit when Jacob Bethell and Tom Banton put together a 66-run partnership for the third wicket. Bethell (32) fell, and before long, Harry Brook was back in the dugout after scoring just 4 runs. Banton then went on to dominate the run chase. He got to 50 runs in only 33 balls and was well supported by Sam Curran. The two added 46 runs off 33 balls for the 5th wicket and swung the match in England's favour. Curran ended up throwing his wicket away for 28 runs off 20 balls in the 17th over; however, Banton had already put England in a position to win. He finished with 63 runs off 41 balls and laid the foundation for Englands victory with composure and maturity. Will Jacks (16*) hit the winning runs with 10 balls remaining as England won by 5 wickets. The momentum shifted a bit when Jacob Bethell and Tom Banton put together a 66-run partnership for the third wicket. Bethell (32) fell, and before long, Harry Brook was back in the dugout after scoring just 4 runs. Banton then went on to dominate the run chase. He got to 50 runs in only 33 balls and was well supported by Sam Curran. The two added 46 runs off 33 balls for the 5th wicket and swung the match in England's favour. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Scotland 152/10 in 19.3 overs (Richie Berrington 49, Michael Jones 33; Adil Rashid 3-36, Jofra Archer 2-24) lost to England 155/5 in 18.2 overs (Tom Banton 63 not out, Jacob Bethell 32; Michael Leask 1-33, Brandon McMullen 1-23) by five wickets. Article Source: IANS
T20 WC: Jos Buttler Becomes First Wicket-keeper Batter To Reach 4000 T20I Runs
T20 World Cup: Englands Jos Buttler on Saturday made history by becoming the first wicket-keeper batter and fastest player in the world to score 4,000 runs in T20 Internationals based on balls faced. He reached this milestone in just 2,670 deliveries, breaking the previous record set by Rohit Sharma. He reached 4,000 runs during the Group C match against Scotland in the ICC T20 Men's World Cup 2026 on Saturday in Kolkata. Buttler needed three runs for 4,000. He achieved this on the fourth ball of the second over (chasing 153 runs). This was also Buttler's 150th T20I for England, making him the only English cricketer -- one of five players globally -- to have played 150 or more T20Is. However, he departed early, scoring just three from four deliveries, chipping it to McMullen off Currie in the second over of the chase. Buttler is only the fourth player to score 4,000 runs in T20I and the first Englishman to achieve the feat. Before Buttler, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Babar Azam were the other players to reach this milestone. Kohli was the first person to have 4,000 runs, achieving this on November 10, 2022, during the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2022 versus England at the Adelaide Oval. However, he departed early, scoring just three from four deliveries, chipping it to McMullen off Currie in the second over of the chase. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Buttler, a former captain of Englnad, is the top run scorer in T20Is for England. He is far ahead of Eoin Morgan, the former captain, who has 2,458 runs from 115 games. He is one of their best player in the shortest format of the international game and is also a much-appreciated player in the T20 franchises around the globe. Article Source: IANS
Sourav Ganguly terms IRF as the IPL of Racing
As the streets of Goa prepare to transform into a high-intensity racing arena for the Indian Racing Festival (IRF) on February 14 and 15, 2026 in front of Manohar International Airport, Sourav Ganguly, owner of Kolkata Royal Tigers, believes street ...
T20 WC: Rashid, Archer, Dawson Bowl Out Scotland For 152 In Kolkata
T20 World Cup: Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer and Liam Dawson helped England bowl out Scotland for a below par score of 152/10 in 19.4 overs in the Group C clash of the T20 World Cup 2026 Group C clash at the Eden Gardens on Saturday. Scotlands innings was anchored by skipper Richie Berrington. He scored a solid 49 and stitched an important 71-run partnership with Tom Bruce (24) as Scotland managed to reach the below-par total. Scotland started off on a positive note as Michael Jones was the aggressor in the powerplay, but he fell to Sam Curran in the sixth over. Although the batters' inability to turn early starts into large scores proved costly. Berrington was the mainstay of the innings with his 49 runs from the opening six. He influenced the momentum of the innings through his partnership with Bruce, who was also looking very good at the crease. Dawson removed Bruce, while Berrington was trapped lbw by Rashid in the very next over, and things went downhill for Scotland as they slipped from 113/3 to 127/8. Late in the innings, a little courage was shown by Oliver Davidson, but nobody could continue on at the crease for enough time to make a big score. England bowlers managed to regain control after facing some early aggression. Archer returned to his best form with (2-14), hitting tough lengths that unsettled the batters. Adil Rashid (3-36) had one costly over, but he bounced back by outsmarting the batters during the middle overs. Dawson removed Bruce, while Berrington was trapped lbw by Rashid in the very next over, and things went downhill for Scotland as they slipped from 113/3 to 127/8. Late in the innings, a little courage was shown by Oliver Davidson, but nobody could continue on at the crease for enough time to make a big score. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief scores: Scotland 152/10 in 19.3 overs (Richie Berrington 49, Michael Jones 33; Adil Rashid 3-36, Jofra Archer 2-24) against England Article Source: IANS
Panic at Kolkata airport as bomb note found in IndiGo aircraft lavatory
A bomb scare was reported on a Shillong-bound IndiGo flight at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata after a handwritten note claiming a bomb was found in the aircraft lavatory before takeoff. The flight, scheduled to depart at 9:15 a.m.
T20 WC: England Opt To Field Against Unchanged Scotland In Kolkata
T20 World Cup: England won the toss and elected to bowl against Scotland in the Group C game of the T20 World Cup 2026 here at the Eden Gardens on Saturday. Both the teams have named an unchanged playing eleven for the match. England captain Harry Brook said, We are going to have a bowl. We fancy chasing over here, as it's a quick outfield and it's also a pretty good wicket. I am not a curator, but it looks like a decent wicket. So, hopefully we can restrict them to as few as possible and then chase it down. On announcing the playing XI early, Brook said, We just want to give the team a bit more clarity. I want them to come prepared for the game, knowing the team a day before. I think we were a little bit too careful with the bat. We should have been a bit more aggressive. Hopefully we do that today. Praising the Scottish side, he said, They are a really good side. They have played here before and we will certainly not take them lightly. Scotland captain Richie Berrington said, We were probably going to have a bat first. But I think the toss here shouldn't make too much difference. Looks pretty similar (to the last game), to be honest. It's obviously been really good for us to get a feel of conditions here, playing the last couple of games. So I think, in general, it has been quite a good batting track. I think the key is probably going to be how we play spinning that middle period. Look, we're obviously up against a very good team. I think they're used to travelling and having to adapt to different conditions. But it's going to be key for us too. It's a new day, a new wicket. But yeah, it's been a good experience for us to get used to conditions here and hopefully we can take some of the positives from the last couple of performances into today's game. Playing XIs: Look, we're obviously up against a very good team. I think they're used to travelling and having to adapt to different conditions. But it's going to be key for us too. It's a new day, a new wicket. But yeah, it's been a good experience for us to get used to conditions here and hopefully we can take some of the positives from the last couple of performances into today's game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook (c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid Article Source: IANS
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Man Arrested At Kolkata Airport After Co-Passenger Alleges Molestation On Board IndiGo Flight
A passenger travelling from Hanoi to Kolkata was arrested after a woman alleged he molested her onboard an IndiGo flight. The police launched an investigation into the incident.
Ranji Trophy Semis: J&K, Uttarakhand Eye Giant-Killing Acts
Kolkata, Feb 14: First-time semifinalists Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand will look to extend their dream runs when they take on heavyweights Bengal and Karnataka respectively in the Ranji Trophy semifinals beginning on Sunday. Jammu and Kashmir scripted history by reaching their maiden semifinal with a 56-run win over Madhya Pradesh in Indore, marking their deepest run in the competition since their debut in 1959-60. Seamer Auqib Nabi was the architect of that victory, returning match figures of 12 for [] The post Ranji Trophy Semis: J&K, Uttarakhand Eye Giant-Killing Acts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bomb Scare On IndiGo's Kolkata-Shillong Flight After Threat Note Found In Aircraft's Lavatory
The note was found in the lavatory of IndiGo flight 6E 7304, which was scheduled to depart for Shillong at around 9.15 am.
Bomb scare on Shillong-bound flight at Kolkata airport, passengers deboarded
IndiGo flight 6E3074, scheduled to depart at 9.15 a.m. from Kolkata for Shillong, was moved to the isolation bay after a threat note was detected.
Kolkata: A bomb scare was reported on an IndiGo flight bound for Shillong at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Saturday morning, the Kolkata Airport Director said. IndiGo flight 6E3074, scheduled to depart at 9:15 AM from Kolkata for Shillong, was moved to the isolation bay after a threat note was detected. During boarding, crew members found a piece of paper inside the aircraft's toilet compartment stating that there was a bomb inside the aircraft. Immediately after the note was discovered, passengers were removed from the aircraft. Kolkata, West Bengal: A bomb scare was reported on a KolkataShillong flight at Kolkata Airport. During boarding, a crew member found a paper inside the aircraft's toilet with a message claiming that a bomb was on board. Passengers were immediately evacuated from the aircraft, pic.twitter.com/lI1xkJ5zj4 IANS (@ians_india) February 14, 2026 What Is Pulwama Black Day? February 14 Explained Bomb scare in Kolkata to Shillong IndiGo 6E3074, which was scheduled to depart at 9:15 AM, from Kolkata Airport. The aircraft has been moved to the isolation bay. During boarding, crew members found a piece of paper inside the aircraft's toilet compartment, which stated that there was a bomb inside the aircraft. Immediately afterwards, passengers were removed from the aircraft. The checking process is going on, the NSCBI director said. The security checks are currently underway. Further information on the incident is awaited. Last month, on January 23, IndiGo Flight 6E 2608, operating from Delhi to Pune, received a bomb threat upon arrival at Pune Airport. The threat was in the form of a handwritten note found in the aircraft's lavatory. The flight landed safely at Pune airport, and all passengers were deboarded safely, as per sources. Video: PM Modi Lands At Emergency Landing Facility On Moran Bypass In Assam's Dibrugarh The aircraft, scheduled to arrive at 8:40 pm, landed at 9:24 pm and was parked at Bay No. 3 at 9:27 pm. Subsequently, Air Traffic Control (ATC) communicated the bomb threat information to Apron Control. The aircraft was then moved to the isolation bay. Apron Control immediately alerted all concerned agencies, and the Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) was convened. Following the assessment, the aircraft was thoroughly checked by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS). No suspicious or adverse findings were detected during the security checks. Upon completion of the procedures, the aircraft was cleared and released for normal operations. The situation was handled in a coordinated and timely manner, and no further incident was reported. (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
Bomb threat note found on IndiGo flight at Kolkata airport; passengers deboarded
An IndiGo flight to Shillong at Kolkata Airport faced a bomb scare Saturday morning. Passengers were evacuated after a handwritten note claiming a bomb was on board was found in the aircraft's toilet during boarding. The plane was moved to an isolation bay for thorough security checks, causing a significant delay.
Bengal SIR: DMs have no control over micro-observers, says ECI
Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday, February 13, clarified that district magistrates (DMs), who also function as district electoral officers (DEOs), have no authority to seek explanations from micro-observers appointed by the Commission to review the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal. The message was conveyed at a virtual 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 .
A woman successfully claimed capital gains tax exemption on Rs 26 crore from selling shares. The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal in Kolkata ruled in her favour, allowing her claim under Section 54F. She invested the proceeds in constructing a residential property. The tribunal clarified rules regarding joint ownership, property usage, and construction timelines.
Mahua Moitra alleges Amit Malviya intervened in executing court warrant by Bengal police in Noida
Kolkata, Feb 13 (PTI) Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has charged BJP leader Amit Malviya with intervening with the execution of a court warrant by the West Bengal Police in Uttar Pradeshs Noida against a man accused of circulating fabricated chat messages linked to her. The police in West Bengals Nadia district also alleged that their attempt to arrest the accused was obstructed, following which the individual managed to flee. Union minister and state BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar said the UP Police are not partisan like the West Bengal force and will work as per law. Moitra, the MP of
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday congratulated BNP leader Tarique Rahman on leading the party to a victory in Bangladesh's parliamentary elections. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) claimed victory in the general elections to replace the interim administration, which took charge after the collapse of the Awami League regime in August 2024. In a post on X, the West Bengal chief minister said, My hearty congratulations, shubhonandan, to all my brothers and sisters, all the people, in Bangladesh. My advance Ramazan mubarak to all of them. For this great victory, my congratulations to my Tarique-Bhai, his party, and all the parties. Pray, you all be well and happy. My hearty congratulations, shubhonandan, to all my brothers and sisters, all the people, in Bangladesh. My advance Ramazan mubarak to all of them. For this great victory, my congratulations to my Tarique-Bhai, his party, and all the parties. Pray, you all be well and happy. Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) February 13, 2026 Banerjee expressed hope that ties between India and Bangladesh remain cordial. Bangladesh Election Results 2026: BNP Thanks PM Modi For Congratulating Tarique Rahman On Party's Decisive Win Wish that our relations with Bangladesh be always cordial, she said on the social media platform. While Bangladesh's Election Commission (EC) is yet to make a formal announcement, unofficial counts and projections from local media showed the BNP and its allies winning over 210 seats, with Jamaat-e-Islami emerging as the main opposition. (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and auto-generated from an agency feed.)
Student from Kolkata living in Bangladesh for 5 years expects peace to return now to that country
According to him, anti-India sentiments also seemed to be slowly losing its grip on the citizens, with many people beginning to talk about the good relationship that the two countries once enjoyed
Kolkata among top 10 Indian markets for South Africa Tourism; engages 220 trade partners in city
Withnearly 70,000Indian arrivals in 2025, tourism board eyes pre-COVID footfall, directflightsand faster visas to boost outbound travel from across India
Congs solo move sharpens TMC-BJP binary ahead of Bengal polls
Kolkata: The Congress decision to go solo in the West Bengal assembly polls has narrowed the opposition space, reinforced the states entrenched TMC-BJP binary and shifted the focus from alliance arithmetic to vote consolidation in an increasingly two-cornered battle. Senior leaders across party lines agreed that the breakdown of the Left-Congress understanding has effectively collapsed 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 .
ICMAI CMA December result 2025 released: Check direct links to download Inter, Final scorecards here
ICMAI has released the CMA December 2025 Intermediate and Final exam results. Pari Agarwal from Jaipur topped the Intermediate exams, while MD Faizan from Kolkata secured the first rank in the Final. Candidates can check their scorecards and the top 50 rank lists on eicmai.in. The exams were held from December 10-17.
ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Defending Champions India Start as Favourites at Home
Defending Champions and Co-Hosts India kick off their 2026 ICC T20 World Cup campaign on February 7 against the United States of America, who are currently mired by the suspension of USA Cricket ahead of the mega-event in India. T20 World Cup 2026: Defending Champions India Favoured at Home After winning the 2024 T20 World Cup held in the USA and the West Indies, India bid adieu to Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja as the experienced trio walked away from the shortest format of the game at the international stage. With Gautam Gambhir taking charge of the Men in Blue, Suryakumar Yadav was appointed as the captain of the Indian team in T20Is, as Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, and Varun Chakravarthy stamped themselves as ever-presents for India. The Suryakumar-led side has since then grown leaps and bounds as India has solidified their spot at the top of the ICC T20I rankings. Abhishek and Tilak have grasped two of the top three spots in the batters rankings, while Varun Chakravarthy is ruling the roost in the bowlers list. Placed in Group A alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, the USA, Namibia, and the Netherlands, the Men in Blue should be one of the favorites to reach the Super Eight stage. Lets have a look at how India heads into the tournament and whether their preparations are up to the mark as they will be defending the coveted trophy in front of their fans: Indias record since the 2024 T20 World Cup Triumph Indian cricket fans would have expected a topsy-turvy start to their new era, but Gambhir and Suryakumar have quashed their doubters by winning every T20I series in the build-up to the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup. Suryakumar kicked off his captaincy era with a bang against Sri Lanka and Bangladesh as the Men in Blue clean-swept both of their neighbors. While India won all three matches against Sri Lanka, including a win in the Super Over, the Men in Blue completely annihilated Bangladesh in all three fixtures, especially the 133-run win in the dead rubber, courtesy of a Sanju Samson century. While India got off to a good start to the Suryakumar era, their real test was yet to come as Gambhirs men travelled to the rainbow nation to face South Africa for a 4-match T20I series. Both Samson and Tilak scored two centuries each to help India register a 3-1 win in the series, where they were expected to be heavily challenged by the Proteas. Chakravarthy scalped 12 wickets in 4 matches, including a 5-wicket haul in the only match India lost, as the seamers failed to support the spinners on a sluggish surface. England then toured India in January 2025, and the Men in Blue were clinical yet again, winning the series 4-1. After India had already wrapped up the series 3-1, Abhishek Sharmas blitz of 135 runs off 54 balls helped India win the dead rubber by an emphatic margin of 150 runs. After winning the England series, Indias next T20I assignment came in September as the Men in Blue won the Asia Cup, defeating arch-rivals Pakistan thrice in a span of two weeks to lift the coveted trophy. After winning the Asia Cup, the Men in Blue went down under and defeated Australia in their own backyard, followed by a 3-1 win against South Africa at home and are now on course to win the New Zealand series as well, which is the last stop on the road to the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup. Squad Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav , Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel (vc), Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav. Key Players for India The Men in Blue have the privilege of the playing XI being packed with a plethora of match-winners, with the likes of Shreyas Iyer and Kuldeep Yadav failing to break into the playing XI. #1 Abhishek Sharma The left-hand batter is mentored by Yuvraj Singh, the hero of Indias 2007 ICC T20 World Cup and 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup triumphs. It would be fair to say that Abhishek Sharma has emerged as the most prominent player in the last two years, smashing 1199 runs at a strike rate of more than 190. The ability to smack the ball out of the ground, maximum after maximum, has hurt opposition sides in the last two years, showcased by Abhisheks stats of 2 centuries and 7 half-centuries. When we look at Sharmas numbers in India, the average and strike rate both improve massively as the southpaw has scored 501 runs in 13 innings at a strike rate of 206.17. #2 Hardik Pandya Hardik Pandya is the most experienced T20I player in the side. The vice-captain of the Indian team in the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup triumph was arguably left high and dry as the captaincy armband was passed on from Rohit Sharma to Suryakumar Yadav after Gambhirs appointment. Nonetheless, Hardik Pandya has proved to be undroppable with his crucial ability to score runs at a fast pace in the middle overs and often provides the finishing touches as well. Pandya enjoyed a memorable 2024 year in T20I cricket and has often been deployed as the second seamer in the run-in to the 2026 T20 World Cup. The all-rounders capabilities of taking the new ball and swinging it both ways has often proven to be a masterstroke, especially against left-hander opening batters. #3 Varun Chakravarthy Varun Chakravarthy was made the scapegoat of the embarrassment handed to India in the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup as the Kolkata Knight Riders mystery spinner failed to adjust to the pitches on offer in the United Arab Emirates. Since then, the former architect has developed a couple of new variations in his mystery spin bowling and has also improved the fielding and batting aspects of the game, becoming more than a single-trick pony as he was often called back in 2021. The spinner has scalped 55 wickets in 28 matches since the end of the 2024 T20 World Cup at a brilliant average of less than 13. The KKR spinner would be ready to unleash havoc with India playing its matches across the spin-friendly pitches of Colombo and Chennai, while bowling in Mumbai or Delhi could prove to be a challenge for the No. 1-ranked bowler in T20Is. Predicted Playing XI India : Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Tilak Varma/Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav , Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah. Contributed by- Mohak Arora, Parimatch Sports analytics expert
Paying rent in Bengaluru? Your tax math may change with proposed 50% House Rent Allowance exemption
Bengaluru's salaried employees are set for a significant tax boost as draft rules propose a 50% House Rent Allowance exemption, aligning the city with Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. This move, expected to benefit lakhs facing high rentals, raises the deduction ceiling and offers tangible savings. The inclusion marks a welcome shift, finally recognizing Bengaluru's economic stature.
Budget Session 2026: BJP MP`s mini Pakistan remark sparks uproar in RS
BJP MP Samik Bhattacharya raised Kolkata Port land encroachment in the Rajya Sabha, citing the mayors remark calling the area mini Pakistan. Minister Shantanu Thakur confirmed encroachment and ongoing court cases, while TMC and opposition MPs protested the comment
Suicide a social disease: Kolkata Metro launches awareness message
The Kolkata Metro Railway has introduced an audio awareness message across several stations on the North-South corridor to discourage suicides, following multiple attempts reported on the Blue Line in recent months. Launched in collaboration with an FM radio channel, the message urges people facing mental distress to seek counselling
The Father of Modern SEO Introduces a New Framework for Search in the Age of AI
Kolkata, india : Search is no longer governed by simple ranking formulas or keyword frequency. Modern search engines operate as intelligent systems capable of interpreting meaning, assessing credibility, and predicting user intent. Artificial intelligence has reshaped how information is evaluated, retrieved, and presented, forcing a fundamental rethink of how visibility is achieved online. In response to this shift, Dr. Tuhin Banik, widely regarded as the Father of modern SEO, has introduced a new framework designed specifically for the AI era. [] The post The Father of Modern SEO Introduces a New Framework for Search in the Age of AI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kolkata Police Stations To Get Ramps To Provide Easy Access To Senior Citizens
Installation has been completed at 10 police stations, and ramps are expected to be installed at all identified stations within this week
Arijit Singhs returns in a new musical avatar at a concert in Kolkata
From Bengali classics to global duets, the February 8 concert with Anoushka Shankar saw Arijit showcase his versatility.
Kolkata Metro Railway launches audio message across stations discouraging suicides
It will be played through the public address systems at stations on the Blue Line
Union textiles minister focuses on handloom protection and tech-led growth
KOLKATA, Feb 8 : Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Sunday held discussions with weavers and officials in West Bengal, focusing on strengthening the handloom sector through policy support, technology integration and improved market access. Beginning his visit at Shantipur in Nadia district, the minister interacted with weavers and handloom workers and said the sector would be protected from unfair competition by power looms, a statement said. He also announced that school uniforms would be sourced exclusively from handwoven fabric. [] The post Union textiles minister focuses on handloom protection and tech-led growth appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IRCTC introduces 10-day Divine East Temple Tour on Bharat Gaurav Train
The tour will start from Delhi Safdarjung and include visits to Varanasi, Kolkata, Gangasagar, Puri, Bhubaneswar, Konark, Chilika and Baidyanath Dham. The trip will conclude back in Delhi on March 18, 2026, an official statement said
Big HRA boost on cards: Govt plans to expand 50% exemption to some metro cities
Salaried employees in major Indian cities may soon see significant tax relief. The government is planning to expand the list of cities eligible for a higher House Rent Allowance exemption under the old tax regime. Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Ahmedabad are set to join Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai in receiving this benefit.
Kolkata Metro railway services disrupted in Blue line
Kolkata: Kolkata Metro Railway services in the Blue Line, the stretch between Dakshineswar and Birji, was disrupted for around 50 minutes on Sunday, Februray 8, after a passenger jumped before a train at Rabindra Sarobar station, a spokesperson said. After effecting power block in both UP and DN lines at Rabindra Sarobar, the middle-aged person 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 .
Bengal SIR: ECI clarifies validity of permanent resident certificates
Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday clarified that permanent resident certificates issued by elected public representatives or Block Development Officers (BDOs) will not be considered valid identity documents in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal. The Commission said that in districts, permanent resident certificates issued by District Magistrates, Additional 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 .
T20 WC: Romario Shepherd five-for power Windies to easy win over Scotland
Kolkata: Shimron Hetmyer struck a counter-attacking fifty before Romario Shepherd unleashed a stunning five-wicket burst, including a hat-trick, as two-time champions West Indies began their T20 World Cup campaign with a comfortable 35-run win over Scotland in their group C fixture here on Saturday. Back at the venue where they had lifted their second T20 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 .
Thumping Tables and Trade Triumphs
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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], February 7: Cultural activist, philanthropist, and Managing Trustee of the Prabha Khaitan Foundation, Mr Sundeep Bhutoria, has been honoured with a Certificate of Recognition by the City of Artesia, California (CA), during his recent visit to the United States to attend the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.
Ex-manager held in Kolkata bank fraud cases after 20 years
CESC Q3 net profit grows 8 pc to Rs 304 cr
NEW DELHI, Feb 6: CESC Ltd on Friday posted around 8 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 304 crore in December quarter, supported by higher income. It had reported a net profit of Rs 282 crore in the October-December period of preceding financial year, the company said in an exchange filing. The companys total income rose to Rs 4,099 crore in the third quarter from Rs 3,657 crore in Q3FY25. Kolkata-based CESC is into the generation, transmission, [] The post CESC Q3 net profit grows 8 pc to Rs 304 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The round was led by Navam Capital, with participation from BYT Capital. The company currently serves leading organisations including the Indian Navy, IOCL, Saudi S-Chem, BPCL, HPCL, Aarti Industries, and GSFC Octobotics Tech Pvt. Ltd ., an industrial robotics company, has announced the successful closure of its Series Seed funding round of approximately Rs. 10 crore. Octobotics Cofounders Mr Ishan Bhatnagar on left and Mr Gulshan Kumar on right The round was led by Navam Capital, with participation from BYT Capital. The funds will be deployed to accelerate product development, strengthen field validation, and support international expansion. Founded in 2020 by Ishan Bhatnagar and Gulshan Kumar, Octobotics develops AI-enabled, vertically integrated Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) robotics platforms engineered for harsh environments across industrial and rail applications. The company currently serves leading organisations including the Indian Navy, IOCL, Saudi S-Chem, BPCL, HPCL, Aarti Industries, and GSFC, and recorded Rs. 2 crore in annual revenue in the last fiscal year. This capital will support R&D for vertical integration and the pursuit of IECEx and ATEX certifications, while expanding our operations in India, Singapore, and the Middle East , said Ishan Bhatnagar and Gulshan Kumar, Co-Founders of Octobotics . The distribution-led approach allows us to deploy these systems to assist human operators and reduce the need for manual tasks in hazardous environments . Commenting on the investment, Dr. Anjan Ray, Investment Partner at Navam Capital , said, Octobotics is addressing specific maintenance challenges within critical infrastructure. Their focus on a vertically integrated technology stack and a scalable distribution model provides a clear path for serving the global inspection market . In asset-intensive industries such as Oil & Gas, Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Marine, Power, Fertilizers, and Rail, competitiveness is increasingly driven by safety, operability, and asset uptime. However, several high-risk inspection zonesincluding corroded surfaces, elevated structures, confined spaces, and complex geometriescontinue to pose challenges for conventional manual inspection methods. The company addresses complex inspection challenges by automating hazardous tasks and converting field measurements into actionable asset integrity intelligence. By enabling earlier detection of defects, corrosion, and material loss, Octobotics helps operators reduce operational risk and minimise unplanned downtime. Its robotic and sensor-driven workflows capture high-fidelity inspection data, which is analysed using predictive analytics to deliver a unified, decision-ready view of asset health. The founders first connected at MERI Kolkata and later built careers in complex international operations. Ishan Bhatnagar previously managed maritime operations and automation at Singapore-based BW Maritime, while Gulshan Kumar served as an Operations & Maintenance Engineer at Belgian dredging major D.E.M.E. Inspired by the Make in India mission, they returned to India to build data-driven, field-ready inspection solutions for critical infrastructure. Octobotics product portfolio includes PA RailScan, a PAUT-based system for rail track weld inspection that enables consistent defect detection and repeatable inspection quality at scale; Weld Sensei, an automated inspection platform designed for precision data acquisition in hazardous environments where manual inspection is impractical or unsafe; and Reach Master, a specialised NDT tool developed for inspection tasks in hard-to-reach and high-elevation zones. About Octobotics Octobotics is an India-based industrial robotics company building AI-enabled NDT platforms for high-risk inspection environments. The company combines field-grade sensing and robotics with predictive analytics to help operators improve safety, reduce downtime, and extend asset life across industrial and rail infrastructure.
In conversation with Barbara Kingsolver, author of Demon Copperhead
At the Kolkata Literary Meet, the Pulitzer-winning author discusses the role of literature in cultivating compassion, writingDemon, and her new book
The 2026 ICC T20 World Cup is less than a fortnight away, and the build-up to the T20 extravaganza is heating up as most of the teams are already playing or are set to play in bilateral T20I series to perfect their preparations for the tenth edition of the ICC T20 World Cup. Top 5 Favourites to Win the Player of the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup The tenth edition of the T20 World Cup would mark a new leaf in the history of the tournament, as this will be the first edition which would not be marked by the presence of former Indian skipper Rohit Sharma or former Bangladesh skipper Shakib al Hasan. Veterans like David Warner and Virat Kohli have played some memorable performances in the recent editions of the marquee tournament, but will not appear in the 2026 edition. This year could mark the rise of new legends in T20Is with the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Aiden Markram, Harry Brook, and Mitchell Marsh vying to win their first ICC tournament as the skipper of their respective nations. While batters have majorly ruled the roost in terms of winning the Player of the Tournament accolade at the previous T20 World Cups, the last edition witnessed Jasprit Bumrah bagging the individual accolade after a thoroughly impressive performance, helping India end their 17-year wait for the ICC T20 World Cup trophy. Lets have a look at the top four favorites to win the Player of the Tournament award at the 2026 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup: #5 Marco Jansen (South Africa) Marco Jansen will have to contribute as a genuine all-rounder in the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Marco Jansen has emerged as one of the best all-rounders in T20 cricket over the last couple of years, as his power-hitting abilities have consistently improved, and the lanky all-rounder now stands as the firm favorite to play at No.7 or No.8 for the Proteas. Placed alongside New Zealand and Afghanistan in Group D, South Africa would have an unenviable task of being at their best from the word go, which could prove to be tough, as showcased in their 3-1 loss to India in a recent bilateral series in similar conditions. Jansen showcased his power-hitting in the dead rubber of the series, smashing two boundaries and three maximums in 12 deliveries and also bowled a brilliant spell of 2/25 in four overs in the only match Markrams men won in the tournament. #4 Mitchell Marsh (Australia) The Australian skipper has proven to be a powerhouse for Lucknow Supergiants, and despite the fact that Supergiants struggled in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League season, Marsh ended up in the Top 5 of the Orange Cap race with 627 runs in 13 innings at a strike rate of 163.71. After winning the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup, Australia has suffered two consecutive disappointing campaigns in the tournament, and both campaigns hurt the Kangaroos in different ways. While the loss in the 2022 edition at home would have arguably hurt them the most, the fact that they were eliminated by dark horses Afghanistan from the last edition would have stung even more for the fans down under. A product of Western Australian cricket, Marsh is one of the three Australian batters to feature in the Top 11 of the ICC T20I Mens Batter rankings, alongside Travis Head and Tim David. The opening batter is well-versed with pitches in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Chennai, which could benefit the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup champions in the Super Eight stage. #3 Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan) Veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi would be a key figure in the middle-order for Afghanistan alongside Azmatullah Omarzai and Rashid Khan. Over the years, Nabi has proven his mettle by finishing several matches for the Afghan Atalans and has a career strike rate of 136.59, which further improves to 165.5 when we narrow his T20I record to matches played in India. Along with his power-packed variety of batting shots, the 41-year old is a wily spinner who can spin webs around the opposition teams, especially on spin-friendly pitches in Chennai and Colombo. Afghanistan will open their group stage campaign and end it at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, and their tournament opener against New Zealand could prove to be crucial for their 2026 ICC T20 World Cup chances. Nabi would be expected to support the spin trio of Mujeeb Ur Rahman, skipper Rashid, and Noor Ahmad while Fazalhaq Farooqi and Omarzai take care of the seam bowling duties. Afghanistan have a strong chance of making it to the semi-finals yet again if they play their cards right with Ibrahim Zadran and Darwish Rasooli in top form at the top of the order. #2 Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka) Pathum Nissanka has been the shining light for Sri Lankas flailing batting order in the last couple of years. While the youngster started his career with timid strike rates in T20Is, Nissankas consistency and improvement in the last couple of years have been rewarded by a bidding war between Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders at the 2026 IPL mini-auctionw which ended with the Capitals shelling out INR 4 Crores to sign the Lankan batter. Over the last couple of years, the 27-year old has bulked up, gained more power, and opened his shot selection to more options, thus improving his strike rate to 138.53 in 2024 and 149.16 in 2025, which included a century against India in the 2025 Asia Cup. The opening batter stuck to his guns in a chase of 203 runs, scoring 107 runs off 58 balls, smashing 7 fours and 6 maximums, helping Sri Lanka take the dead rubber encounter to a Super Over battle. The 2014 T20 World Cup champions endured a tough time in the last few editions, even failing to get out of the group stage in the 2024 edition of the tournament, finishing in third place behind Bangladesh. The Lankan Lions would be relying on the brilliance of Nissanka and Wanindu Hasaranga in home conditions, which would provide some much-needed familiarity to the players. #1 Hardik Pandya (India) The defending champions are packed with a plethora of match winners, with Hardik Pandya the most proven all-round option and the senior-most player of the team in terms of appearances for the national team. The Mumbai Indians skipper would be playing under the leadership of his franchise colleague Suryakumar Yadav, which could prove to be a blessing in disguise, as Pandya would be freed of the captaincy responsibilities and can fully focus on opening the bowling for the Men in Blue alongside Arshdeep Singh or providing the finishing touches with the willow in his hand. Amidst a patchy injury record, the No.4-ranked all-rounder in the ICC T20I rankings has been completely focused on perfecting his preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup, as the 32-year old sat out of the ODI series against New Zealand. Since the start of 2024, Pandya has taken a wicket in almost every three overs in T20Is, and his career batting strike rate of 143.65 is improving further as Pandya has recorded strike rates of 150+ in the previous two calendar years. Contributed By - Mohak Arora, Parimatch Sports analytics expert
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