India vs Uruguay: Ticket prices slashed to 99 to boost Salt Lake Stadium turnout
Ahead of the India vs Uruguay friendly in Kolkata, ticket prices for some sections have been reduced to just 99, with discounted and complimentary tickets also offered to boost attendance at Salt Lake Stadium.
Repo rate hike may raise costs, but real estate demand to stay resilient
Real estate companies in West Bengal on Wednesday said the RBI's 25-basis point repo rate hike could increase borrowing costs for homebuyers and developers, but maintained that the rise is unlikely to impact demand in the long term. The Reserve Bank of India raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase in nearly four years. The RBI has increased the repo rate after three years As a result, interest rates of banks and financial institutions on housing and construction loans will increase. This will have some adverse impact on real estate, CREDAI West Bengal president Sushil Mohta said. Primarc Projects MD Siddharth Pansari said the hike may make home loans marginally more expensive, but is unlikely to have a major impact on genuine homebuyers. In Kolkata, people are buying homes with a long-term view, and their decisions are increasingly driven by the right location, better quality and the lifestyle a home offers. There m
Calcutta High Court has ordered Axis Bank to defreeze a Kolkata businessman's bank account that had been put on hold over a cyber fraud case linked to just one transaction worth Rs 2,253. Court found no reason why rest of account should stay locked and asked bank to release non disputed balance at once.
Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College Kolkata (ESIC Medical College Kolkata) Recruitment 2026 for 24 posts of Teaching Faculty for Super Specialty Department (Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor). The Walk-in on 13-10-2026. For detailed information please visit ESIC Medical College Kolkata official website.
Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College Kolkata (ESIC Medical College Kolkata) Recruitment 2026 for 61 posts of Teaching Faculty. The Walk-in on 14-10-2026 and 15-10-2026. For detailed information please visit ESIC Medical College Kolkata official website.
ESIC Medical College Kolkata Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 85 Posts
Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College Kolkata (ESIC Medical College Kolkata) Recruitment 2026 for 85 posts of Senior Resident. The Walk-in on 03-11-2026 and 04-11-2026. For detailed information please visit ESIC Medical College Kolkata official website esic.nic.in.
Remarkable journey from village to global stage: CM Yogi on PM Modis 25-year public service
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 7 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday described Prime Minister Narendra Modis completion of 25 years in public service as a historic journey from a small village in Gujarat to the global stage, saying the milestone was a matter of pride for every Indian. Addressing the Seva Jyoti Yatra - Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Sabha at Patel Park in Hazratganj, Lucknow, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, Today is a day of pride for every Indian, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is completing 25 years of dedicated public service. On this occasion, on behalf of the people of Uttar Pradesh, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and greetings to the Honourable Prime Minister. I also extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the people of the state and every party worker on this momentous occasion. Brothers and sisters, such an occasion is rarely witnessed when a person who emerged from a small village in Gujarat goes on to lead India at the global level, he added. CM Yogi said that PM Modi had completed 25 years of continuous service, first as the Chief Minister of Gujarat and subsequently as the Prime Minister of India. On this day in 2001, Narendra Modi, who is now the Prime Minister, took the oath of office and secrecy as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. At that time, Gujarat was facing a severe crisis. The entire country was concerned about the devastation caused by the disaster in Gujarat, he said. This is a remarkable coincidence, and today marks 25 years of that journey. It is a journey from the village to the global stage. It is a journey of transformation in the lives of every citizen of India and of building an India that has instilled confidence in the minds of its youth, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister said. He said the journey had also focused on providing security for women, improving the lives of farmers and strengthening employment opportunities for the youth. If we look back at India 12 years ago, it was considered a Fragile Five economy, among the weakest economies in the world. Indias per capita income was also among the lowest in the world. But today, we can proudly say that India has succeeded in securing a place among the top five economies globally, CM Yogi said. Highlighting the transformation in Indias infrastructure and connectivity, he said, Today, India has an excellent connectivity network. Remember, there was a time when railway speeds were limited to around 80 kilometres per hour. There were delays due to the lack of electrification. A freight train could take several days to travel from Kolkata to Delhi. Passenger trains and freight trains were forced to run on the same tracks. Today, India has broad-gauge railway networks, electrification and dedicated freight corridors for transporting goods. Through the Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors, freight movement will take place separately, while passenger trains are moving forward in a new direction, he added. CM Yogi said Indian Railways was now offering world-class facilities through Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat and Namo Bharat trains. Speaking about financial inclusion and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), the Chief Minister said the Jan Dhan Yojana had helped ensure that government benefits reached beneficiaries directly. When PM Modi started opening Jan Dhan accounts, people said, Look, by merely opening accounts, the poor are being made a fool of. This was not a joke; it was a strike against the corruption of the Congress and the INDI alliance, Yogi said. Today, through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), you can see that the money released from Delhi or Lucknow goes directly into the accounts of the poor, women, farmers, youth and workers, ensuring that the benefits reach them directly, he added.
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Despite movements in international crude prices, petrol and diesel rates in major Indian cities remained unchanged on Wednesday, October 7.
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MU names provisional list for men
The Department of Sports, MU has shortlisted 30 players who will be attending the university team trial selection for participation in the East Zone Inter University Volleyball M Tournament 2026 27 to be held at Adamas University, Kolkata from October 27 to 31 The players who have been selected provisionally based on their performances in the recently held MU Inter University meet are as follows Attackers Ph Anjar of Mayai Lambi Col, MD Jasad of Mayai Lambi Col, Redeemson Rongmei of MU, Yaiphaba Huidrom of MU, Leishemba Moirangthem of Manipur Institute of Technology, Ningombam Nicholson Meitei of Nambol L S Col, RK Sanalemba of Imphal Col, Kh Chingkheinganba of Biramangol Col, Themso Ningsen of Biramangol Col, Khoisnam Nelson of Liberal Col, Laishram Rajshaksena of Liberal Col, Wangkhem Sunil of Thoubal Col and W Ibrahim of Thambal Marik Col Setters L Manimatum of Mayai Lambi Col, Oinam Samananda of Nambol L S Col, S Chalamba of Imphal Col, Wairokpam Jackson of Thoubal Col, H Rohit of Imphal Col and K Abinash of Thambal Marik Col All Rounders Oinam Mukta of Thambal Marik Col, N Leo of Thambal Marik Col, Hashan Buya of Thambal Marik Col, Athokpam Ichikhunba of Thoubal Col and Leimapokpam Ronando of Thoubal Col Center Blockers N Amar of Thoubal Col, H Heramani of Mayai Lambi Col and O Arnold of Thambal Marik Col Libero Thangjam Basanta of Liberal Col and G Rohit Sharma of Thambal Marik Col Universal N Anish of Thambal Marik Col The players were further instructed to report at the MU Volleyball Court on October 8 at 11 am with full kits for the selection trial Institutions which could not participate in the MU Inter Col tournament due to lack of requisite number of team members may nominate 3 players of their institution on or before October 7 to participate in the trial selection, said an office order issued in this regard Source The Sangai Express
Zeeshan Ansari set to return to UP Ranji squad after six-year gap
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 7 (IANS) After years of being on the fringes of Uttar Pradesh cricket, Zeeshan Ansari is set to make his return to the Ranji Trophy squad after a gap of six years, marking another significant chapter in the leg-spinners remarkable resurgence. The 26-year-old, who last played a Ranji Trophy match for Uttar Pradesh in 2020, has been named in the state squad for the upcoming season after forcing his way back into the reckoning with a standout domestic campaign. IANS has learned that the selectors have shown faith in him and the squad will be officially announced soon. The squad, led by Karan Sharma, includes Rinku Singh, Aradhya Yadav, Aryan Juyal (WK), Madhav Kaushik, Adarsh Singh, Sidharth Yadav, Prashantveer, Kartik Yadav, Ansari, Vansh Choudhary, Yash Dayal, Kunal Tyagi, Priyam Garg, Abhinandan Singh and Kartik Tyagi. Abhishek Goswami and Chikara have been named as stand-by players. It makes Ansaris return even more remarkable considering the way his career seemed to drift following his first-class debut for Uttar Pradesh against Railways on October 6, 2017. Ansari was considered a promising young leg-spinner, as he was part of Indias squad for the 2016 Under-19 World Cup along with Rishabh Pant and Ishan Kishan. State-level opportunities were few, his progress stagnated, and he had to look elsewhere. Beyond regular play in local tournaments in Lucknow, Ansari also played league cricket in Kolkata and was often seen around the Uttar Pradesh dressing room as a net bowler. Until the beginning of 2025, his proximity to the state team rarely translated into opportunities on the field. Ansari's big breakthrough came in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, where he proved to be one of the most effective bowlers for Uttar Pradesh. A leg-break and googly bowler, he took 21 wickets in eight matches at a stunning 16.52 apiece, always the man to break partnerships and come through in pressure situations. He was a constant threat with his ability to change pace and flight and bowl the googly at opportune moments, especially on surfaces that were becoming more batsman-friendly. Interestingly, despite making his state debut in the 2017-18 season, the last Vijay Hazare Trophy was Ansaris first domestic 50-over competition. His white-ball emergence therefore came relatively late in a career that had begun nearly a decade earlier. The 21-wicket campaign not only revived his Uttar Pradesh career but also pushed him into the national selectors vision. He was subsequently fast-tracked into the India A squad for the two unofficial Tests against Sri Lanka A later this month. That call-up highlighted the unusual trajectory of Ansaris career. While he has attracted significant attention through white-ball cricket in the last three years, his red-ball credentials remain relatively limited. Ansari has played only five first-class matches, including Ranji Trophy appearances for Uttar Pradesh, and has taken 17 wickets. His best figures are 3/33, which came against Tripura. His return also comes at a time when the pool of specialist wrist-spinners available for red-ball cricket has become relatively thin. A look at the leading wicket-takers from the last Ranji Trophy season underlines the selectors dilemma. Mayank Mishra, Siddharth Desai, Shahbaz Ahmed, Kumar Kartikeya, Arjun Sharma, Vishal Jayswal and Saurabh Kumar - all slow left-arm orthodox bowlers - featured among the top 10 wicket-takers, with J&K seamer Auqib Nabi leading the charts with 60 wickets. There was only one leg-break bowler among the top 10: Karnataka veteran Shreyas Gopal, who finished third with 48 wickets. The scarcity of wrist-spinners becomes even more evident when the next group of leading wicket-takers are considered. Between 11 and 20, there were two off-spinners - 33-year-old Saransh Jain, who is with India A, and domestic stalwart Jalaj Saxena - alongside pace bowlers Mohammed Nidheesh of Kerala and Sunil Kumar of J&K. The remaining names in that bracket were left-arm orthodox spinners Sagar Udeshi, Shams Mulani, Amit Shukla, Nachiket Bhute, Parth Rekhade and Anukul Roy. In all, 13 of the 20 bowlers in that broader group were left-arm spinners, while the only leg-break bowler in the top 10 was no longer in contention for India. That shortage has created an opening for a bowler like Ansari, whose ability to turn the ball both ways and operate as an attacking wrist-spinner offers a different dimension. For Ansari, however, the journey back to the Ranji setup is about much more than filling a statistical gap. His career appeared to be losing momentum after his early promise with Indias Under-19 team, but his persistence through local cricket, league cricket, net-bowling opportunities and limited state chances eventually brought him back into the spotlight. The 21 wickets in the Vijay Hazare Trophy became the catalyst. Now, after six years away from the Ranji fold, Ansari has another opportunity to establish himself in the red-ball format that once provided his first platform in senior cricket. His inclusion in the Uttar Pradesh squad, followed by the India A call-up, represents a rapid rise for a player who only recently found himself outside the states immediate plans. From an India Under-19 prospect in 2016 to a net bowler struggling for a state opportunity, and now an India A-bound leg-spinner preparing for a Ranji return, Ansaris career has taken an unexpected turn. The next challenge will be to translate his white-ball resurgence into sustained success with the red ball -beginning with Uttar Pradesh, where his first-class journey started on October 6, 2017.
Kolkata High Court Mandates Licensing for Animal Sales in West Bengal
The Kolkata High Court has ruled that animal sales in West Bengal require proper licensing, ensuring compliance with wildlife protection laws. Kolkata High Court Mandates Licensing for Animal Sales in West Bengal
Ease of voting becomes a divide between 2 Nandigram blocks
EQT, Emami, Balaji Wafers join a 5500 cr war
New Delhi | Mumbai: Swedish private equity firm EQT Partners, Emami Ltd and Balaji Wafers have joined the fray to acquire Crax snacks owner DFM Foods, competing alongside other strategic and private equity suitors such as ITC, ChrysCapital and TPG, according to people with direct knowledge of the development.Talks are in early stages and non-binding bids for the deal are expected by the end of October. Advent International, which started the process to sell its entire 96.63% holding in Noida-based DFM Foods in July, seven years after acquiring the stake, expects to close the sale process by December. The potential deal is likely at a valuation of 5,000-5,500 crore, said one of the persons, who did not wish to be identified.134749429The development comes at a time when hyper-local and online-only rivals are chipping away at the market share of large snack makers such as PepsiCo, Parle and ITC Foods.We are exploring the possibility of buying into DFM Foods, Balaji Wafers' founder and managing director Chandu Virani said, confirming the negotiations.If finalised, the deal will come months after US private equity firm General Atlantic acquired a 7% stake in Balaji Wafers for 2,500 crore in January at a valuation of 35,000 crore.Queries emailed to Emami, ITC, Advent International, TPG and ChrysCapital remained unanswered until press time. EQT's spokesperson declined to comment.Advent International-which acquired a majority stake in DFM Foods from WestBridge Capital in 2019 for $118.8 million and later delisted it in January 2023-has mandated Avendus Capital and EY for the deal.DFM Foods reported net sales of 916 crore for 2025-26, regulatory filings showed up from 705.8 crore in the previous year.Both Emami and ITC are present in packaged snacks. Their interest in DFM Foods stems from their aim of capturing the youth segment for snacking, as well as deepening penetration in regional markets, said an industry executive.Kolkata-headquartered Emami expanded into packaged snacks-stepping beyond its mainstay edible oils, staples and personal care businesses-for the first time in August under its group entity, Emami Agrotech Ltd, with the launch of its WeMe snacking brand. Meanwhile, ITC operates multiple snack brands, including Yoga Bar protein bars, Bingo chips and Right Shift multigrain snacks and breakfast mixes.DFM Foods, established in 1984, manufactures potato chips, namkeens and millet snacks under brands such as Crax, Curls, Fritts and Natkhat.India's consumer sector witnessed a decline in deal-making activity during the April-June quarter, with deal volume falling sharply amid a more selective investment environment, according to Grant Thornton Bharat's latest Consumer Dealtracker released in July. However, total deal value remained resilient at $981 million, underscoring continued investor confidence in long-term, consumption-led growth, according to the tracker. It added that investors remained selective, focusing on wellness, personal care, food processing and digital-first consumer brands.The consumer sector saw 97 deals worth $981 million in the June quarter, a decline of 34% quarter-on-quarter in terms of deal volume and 33% in deal value, as per the tracker.
KMC procures 28 bio-toilets ahead of Puja
Kolkata gets 4th CNG station for buses
India Falls to Uruguay 1-6 Despite Thapas Goal in Kolkata
Indias national football team suffered a disappointing 1-6 defeat to Uruguay, despite Anirudh Thapas goal, in Kolkata on October 6. India Falls to Uruguay 1-6 Despite Thapas Goal in Kolkata
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Tensions Rise in West Bengal as Rahul Gandhis Protest Faces Criticism
Tensions escalate in Kolkata as Tapas Roy criticizes Rahul Gandhis protest, questioning his credibility against PM Modi. Tensions Rise in West Bengal as Rahul Gandhis Protest Faces Criticism
KMC restores 'nearly dead' water body near New Alipore
Football: Thapa scores but India go down 1-6 to strong Uruguayan side
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) The national senior men's football team ended its international window with a disappointing 1-6 defeat to two-time World Cup winner Uruguay at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Kriranga in Kolkata on Tuesday. Anirudh Thapa scored the lone goal for India in the 22nd minute to level an early goal from the penalty spot by Darwin Nunez in the 12th minute. The visitors then scored five times, with Maxi Araujo scoring a brace of goals in the 28th and 59th minutes. Rodrigo Zalazar (53rd), JM Sanabria (71st), and Rodrigo Aguirre (86th minute) secured a comfortable victory. It was overall a mixed International Window for India as they drew 1-1 with Panama and lost to Brazil and Uruguay, the two World Cup winners they met in the last few weeks. Thapa created a memorable moment for Indian football as he scored against a World Cup winner. Thapa reached the loose ball first, guided it beyond Uruguay goalkeeper Thiago Cardozo and turned towards 37,307 spectators roaring at the sight of India level with Uruguay. For a brief spell on Tuesday, the Blue Tigers had given the two-time world champions a contest. Lightning halted it soon afterwards. When play resumed, La Celeste struck quickly and did not allow the hosts to make another comeback. Thapas equaliser was a piece of Indian football history even in defeat. He became only the second Indian to score against Uruguay in a senior international, following Manas Bhattacharya, who scored in Indias 3-1 loss at Eden Gardens in the 1982 Nehru Cup. Uruguay signalled their intent in the third minute when Rodrigo Zalazar delivered a cross that Anwar Ali cleared. India, however, did not retreat into their own half. Akash Mishra launched a long throw into the penalty area in the sixth minute; after the clearance fell to Ryan Williams, Anwar sent the follow-up wide. Three minutes later, India came closer. Maximiliano Arajo surrendered possession to Williams, who released Edmund Lalrindika. Lalrindika shaped to shoot, but Santiago Mourios sliding challenge stopped him. Uruguay took the lead from the penalty spot. Pramveer slid in on Federico Vias as the forward chased the ball inside the area, and referee Rustam Lutfullin pointed to the spot. Nez sent Gurpreet Singh Sandhu the wrong way in the 11th minute. The visitors almost added another five minutes later: Nez gathered a long ball on the left and found Zalazar, whose lay-off set up Arajo for a first-time shot against the right post. India kept looking for a way forward. In the 23rd minute, Williams won the ball in midfield, skipped past Emiliano Martnez and drove into space before shooting. Cardozo split the effort, and Thapa reacted quickest, keeping his composure to finish the rebound. His goal brought India level and gave the Kolkata crowd a moment to savour. The momentum was interrupted in the 27th minute. A hydration break became a stoppage of around half an hour as the game was stopped because of lightning and inclement weather. Uruguay restored their lead almost immediately after the restart. Mourio picked out Nahitan Nndez in space on the right; his low cross reached Arajo, who finished from close range in the 29th minute. Nez had a chance to stretch the lead in the 37th minute after running on to a through ball, but Sandhu rushed out and blocked the attempted chip with his face. India reached half-time trailing 1-2. Khalid Jamil then introduced Bijoy Varghese and Sahal Abdul Samad for Pramveer and Edmund. Uruguays third arrived in the 53rd minute. Substitute Lucas Torreira sent a ball over the top, Nez headed it down, and Zalazar took a touch before driving past Sandhu at the near post. Williams tried to respond with a shot after beating two players, but Cardozo gathered it comfortably. Six minutes later, Vinas threaded a pass through for Arajo, who moved into the box and placed a left-footed finish into the bottom corner for his second goal. India still had attacking moments. Lalengmawias effort flew just over in the 62nd minute, while Cardozo had to react sharply to tip Mohammed Sanans left-footed shot over the bar in the 70th. India were caught on the counterattack from a corner a minute later. Aguirre sent Facundo Pellistri down the right, and Pellistri picked out fellow substitute Sanabria for a close-range finish. Pellistri was involved again in the 87th minute, carrying the ball forward and finding Aguirre, who curled Uruguays sixth into the top-left corner. India ended the three-match window with a draw against Panama and defeats to Brazil and Uruguay. They scored twice and conceded 11 goals against three teams that played at the 2026 World Cup. Thapas goal will endure as the nights Indian moment. Uruguays response showed how quickly a match at this level can escape India.
India show potential with Anirudh Thapa's goal, crumble in second half as Uruguay win 6-1 in Kolkata
Indias international break ended on a disappointing note as they were beaten 6-1 by Uruguay at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Tuesday. Anirudh Thapa scored Indias only goal in the first half, but Uruguay responded with five further strikes after the hosts had briefly restored parity. Maxi Araujo scored twice for the visitors, while Darwin Nunez, Rodrigo Zalazar, Juan Sanabria and Rodrigo Aguirre also made the scoresheet.
Football Friendly: Thapa Scores But India Suffer Heavy Defeat Against Uruguay
India's national football team suffered a 6-1 defeat against two-time former world champions Uruguay in an international friendly in Kolkata.
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Uruguay Outclass Plucky India 6-1 In Salt Lake Friendly
Uruguay defeated India 6-1 in a friendly at Kolkatas Salt Lake Stadium, with India showing promise early before the visitors dominated the second half.
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Aditya Kumar Halwasiya of Kolkata is India's fastest wealth creator, with an 859% increase, reaching 18,800 crore. He ranks 193 after rising 939 places.
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India vs Uruguay: Salt Lake Stadium sees promising turnout after Brazil game
India take on Uruguay in Kolkata, with fans returning to Salt Lake Stadium after the massive turnout for the Brazil friendly. Ticket prices were slashed to 99 in some sections as organisers looked to boost attendance.
West Bengal Bypolls: Nandigram Records 79.39% Voting, Rejinagar 78.42%; MLA Humayun Kabir Arrested
Kolkata, October 6 (Udaipur Kiran): By-elections in West Bengals two high-profile and sensitive Assembly constituencies, Nandigram in East Midnapore and Rejinagar in Murshidabad, concluded on Tuesday amid tight security. According to preliminary Election Commission figures, voter turnout remained high, with 79.39% polling recorded in Nandigram and 78.42% in Rejinagar. Despite heavy security arrangements, reports of ... Read more West Bengal Bypolls: Nandigram Records 79.39% Voting, Rejinagar 78.42%; MLA Humayun Kabir Arrested
The high-voltage FIFA friendly between India and Uruguay has been paused after the hydration break at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. There was some confusion between the fans when the players didnt return to the field and after which, it was announced that the lightning in the nearby area has forced the match to come to a standstill. As per FIFAs regulations, the match will now be paused before it restarts again sometime. Similar things happened during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
India vs Uruguay Football LIVE Score Updates: India have equalised against Uruguay, with Anirudh Thapa scoring the equaliser, in their blockbuster friendly in Kolkata.
India vs Uruguay LIVE: Uruguay Score After India's Penalty Blunder, Strong Start Wasted
India vs Uruguay Football LIVE Score Updates: Uruguay have taken a 1-0 lead against India in their blockbuster friendly in Kolkata, despite a positive start from the hosts.
Kolkata Football: Empty Stands Despite Price Cuts
Despite significant efforts including slashed ticket prices and complimentary passes, Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium saw a disappointingly low turnout for India's friendly matches against Brazil and Uruguay, raising concerns about fan engagement in Indian football, even with legendary players like Diego Forlan present.
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Bengal CM to attend GJM's foundation day event in Darjeeling tomorrow
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is likely to attend the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha's (GJM) foundation day programme in the North Bengal hills on Wednesday. If all goes well, he will be the main speaker at the GJM's big rally in Darjeeling, said a state government official on Tuesday. According to the official, preparations for the Chief Minister's visit to Darjeeling have also started. It may be noted that GJM president Bimal Gurung and general secretary Roshan Giri met the Chief Minister in Kolkata last September. The political situation in the hills was discussed in the meeting held at the ground tent of the Public Works Department. At that time, Gurung and Giri invited the Chief Minister as the chief guest at the morcha's foundation day function. Government sources said that after accepting the invitation, the Chief Minister told them that the situation is different if the party's central leadership calls him to Delhi for some urgent work. Otherwise, he will definitely attend the event in Darjeeling. According to the sources, the Chief Minister's presence at Wednesday's event is almost certain, keeping with that promise. It is believed that the Chief Minister's speech on the political future and development of the hills, as well as the GJM leadership at the event, may become important. Gurung-led Gorkha Janmukti Morcha is currently an alliance partner in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the Centre. In this year's Assembly elections, GJM supported BJP candidates in several seats where it has influence in the North Bengal hills and plains. Its influence was also evident in the election results. BJP won several seats in North Bengal by a large margin. The lotus has bloomed in all three Assembly seats in the hills - Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong. Due to this political equation, the Chief Minister's participation in the GJMs foundation day event is considered significant in political circles. As a result, the Chief Minister's visit is also being seen as a message of the state government's new political equation with the hills. The Chief Minister is scheduled to return to Kolkata on Wednesday after attending the event in Darjeeling. Before the visit, the state's Transport Minister Arjun Singh went there to inspect the situation in the hills. Arjun Singh was also present at the GJM leadership meeting with the Chief Minister in Kolkata in September.
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Bengal bypolls: Candidate from Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool faction seeks re-polling in Rejinagar
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Rabiul Alam Chowdhury, the candidate from Mamata Banerjee-led Mamata All India Trinamool Congress, on Tuesday wrote a letter to the Election Commission of India (ECI) seeking cancellation of the ongoing bypolls at Rejinagar Assembly constituency in West Bengal's Murshidabad district and had also demanded repolling there. Chowdhury is the second candidate for the Rejinagar seat to demand repolling there. Earlier in the day, the Congress candidate for the Rejinagar bypolls, Mohammad Abdullahil Kafi, had also raised the same demand and even staged sit-in-demonstration in front of the Rejinagar Police Station in support of his demand. However, the BJP candidate from Rejinagar, Shankharav Sarkar denied allegations of electoral malpractices there on Tuesday. The voting at Rejinagar is taking place in a festive mood. People were able to vote freely and peacefully after a long time, standing in line. We (BJP) were ahead in the campaign and will be ahead in the counting as well. The Opposition will say a lot. But the reality is different, Sarkar said. Meanwhile, the average polling percentage at Rejinagar and Nandigram Assembly constituencies in East Midnapore district had continue to be quite high at 70.54 per cent till 3 p.m., which, according to the sources from the office of the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) had been quite high for bypolls. Till 3 p.m. the polling percentage at Rejinagar stood at 69.29 per cent, while at Nandigram the figure was even higher at 71.79 per cent. Considering that the polling will be till 6 p.m., It can be comfortably said that the final average polling percentage will be well above 80 per cent, a CEO's office source said. He also added that because of the pleasant weather throughout the day, the voter's enthusiasm was high even between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., the period which the voters generally avoid because of heat. Meanwhile, after receiving a detailed report from the Murshidabad district administration regarding the arrest of Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) founder-cum-legislator, Humayun Kabir, earlier on Tuesday, the CEO's office had forwarded the report to the ECI's headquarters in New Delhi. It is learnt that in the report it had been said that Kabir was arrested for violating election rules.
NITTTR Kolkata Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research, Kolkata (NITTTR Kolkata) Recruitment 2026 for post of Project Scientist. Candidates Can Apply Online. The last date to apply online is 27-10-2026. The candidate shall apply online through NITTTR Kolkata official website.
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 6: Koninika Bhattacharjee has launched Windward Law Office, a specialist transactional law office focused on Private Equity & Venture Capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets and Investment Funds.
Allen Park in Kolkata, located on Park Street,is known for its Christmas lights, carols and New Year celebrations. This year, the Park Street landmark is set to witness a very different festive gathering as it...
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Violence Erupts Between BJP Factions in West Bengal Over Extortion Claims
Two BJP leaders arrested in Kolkata after violent clashes over alleged extortion in the fish farming sector. Violence Erupts Between BJP Factions in West Bengal Over Extortion Claims
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on October 6
Bengal to get rain for five more days as monsoon retreats, light showers likely during Puja
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Rain is likely to continue across West Bengal for the next five days as the southwest monsoon withdrawal remains underway, the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Kolkata said on Tuesday. The weather office, however, ruled out the possibility of widespread heavy rainfall during this period. Light to moderate rain is expected at several places, with isolated heavy showers likely in parts of north Bengal. Eastern Regional Director of the RMC Habibur Rahman Biswas said a low-pressure area extending from Uttar Pradesh to Bangladesh in the lower levels of the atmosphere was influencing the weather over the state. A cyclonic circulation over Bihar is also contributing to the rainfall activity. Under its influence, light to moderate rain is likely in all districts of north Bengal, while heavy rain may occur at one or two places in Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts. The weather office has also warned of thundershowers in several areas. On Tuesday, partly cloudy skies and light to moderate rain were expected in the state. In south Bengal, districts including Murshidabad, Nadia, Birbhum, South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas may receive rain accompanied by thundershowers over the next few days. Several districts of south Bengal are likely to receive light to moderate rain with thundershowers until the weekend. Rainfall will also continue in north Bengal, with isolated heavy showers possible in one or two places. Kolkata is also likely to receive light to moderate rain on Tuesday. The city is expected to remain cloudy during the morning, with partly cloudy skies likely in the afternoon. The possibility of rain is expected to increase from Wednesday through Friday. The RMC said there was no forecast of heavy rain during Durga Puja, which begins on October 17. However, light to moderate rain may occur around Mahalaya on October 10. On Monday, Kolkata recorded a maximum temperature of 32.08 degrees Celsius, which was normal, while the minimum temperature was 26.06 degrees Celsius, 0.08 degrees above normal. Relative humidity ranged between 69 and 97 percent.
Why Bengal sculptors collect soil from Kolkatas red-light area for Durga idols
Kumartuli, an iconic neighborhood in Kolkata, showcases the unique tradition of crafting Durga idols from clay. A significant aspect of this practice involves gathering soil from the thresholds of sex workers, which holds sacred meaning in Bengali heritage. This inclusion reflects a profound connection between faith and societal acceptance, stirring dialogue about purity and respect for all communities, particularly those often sidelined during significant cultural events like Durga Puja.
Bengal bypolls: Cong candidate stages sit-in, seeks repolling at Rejinagar
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Mohammad Abdullahil Kafi, the Congress candidate for bypolls in Rejinagar Assembly Constituency in Murshidabad district of West Bengal, accompanied by his associates, on Tuesday began a sit-in demonstration in front of the Rejinagar Police Station demanding total repolling in the constituency. Kafi alleged that BJP supporters were preventing voters from exercising their franchise at several booths, particularly targeting minority community voters. He also accused the police and central security forces of failing to intervene. The polling at Rejinagar has become a farcical exercise. So, our demand is its immediate cancellation and a total repolling in Rejinagar, Kafi told media persons. However, the BJPs state president in West Bengal and the partys Rajya Sabha member Samik Bhattacharya said the Congress candidate is raising such baseless allegations fearing his imminent landslide defeat. By-elections are underway in Rejinagar and Nandigram in East Midnapore district. BJP candidates will win from both the constituencies. Many people still cannot believe that BJP can win in minority-dominated areas. We are going to win by five times the margin of victory we won last time in Nandigram. Rejinagar is a minority-dominated area. We will win there too, Bhattacharya said. Meanwhile, after the first four hours of polling till 11 a.m., the average polling percentage at Nandigram and Rejinagar has been recorded at 41.33. While the percentage in Rejinagar till then is 38.71, the same had been higher at 43.95 in the case of Nandigram. Reports of sporadic tension have come from both the constituencies in the last two hours as well. The Congress candidate in Nandigram, Milan Pradhan, alleged that the BJP supporters started terrorising the voters in the constituency for the last two days and on Tuesday the ruling party activists crossed all limits. Everyone has the right to participate in elections. But there is no situation in Nandigram to exercise that democratic right. The pockets in Nandigram, which are known as anti-BJP pockets, are being specially targeted by the ruling party activists. We are updating the Election Commission of India of such instances, Pradhan said. A source in the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) office said the majority of the complaints received by them since Tuesday morning had been from Congress.
WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for LDA/ LDC Posts
The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has released the Clerkship Examination, 2024 notification under Advertisement No. 12/2024 on 6 October 2026. The examination will fill Lower Division Assistant / Lower Division Clerk posts and similar posts in the Secretariat, Directorates, District offices and regional offices (including Kolkata) of the Government of West Bengal.
HC sets aside kidney transplant permission refusal, asks committee to reconsider patient's request
Kolkata, Oct 06: The Calcutta High Court on Monday set aside a kidney transplant permission refusal by the designated authorisation committee to a chronic renal ailment patient, directing it to reconsider the request of the petitioner. The court observed that unless there is definite material to establish financial dealings involving the parties, permission ought not to be withheld or rejected. If the donor states that out of love and affection, he/she is making the donation, in the absence of any credible reason, the averment should not be doubted, the court observed in its judgment. Justice Krishna Rao directed the state-level authorisation committee for organ donation and transplant to reconsider the petitioner patient's request and to take appropriate decision within two weeks, setting aside its refusal to allow the kidney donation by the wife of his driver. The court said the reasons the authorisation committee refused to recommend the petitioner's case for kidney transplantation were not in accordance with the statute, despite the fact that no commercial transaction was involved and the donor was willing to donate the organ out of love and affection, knowing the recipient for the last three to four years. The authorisation committee did not recommend the case of the petitioner with the reasons that the husband of the donor has not produced documents that he was working as a driver at a driver centre and has obtained driving licence only in the year 2024. Holding that the rules provide for scrutiny of application, the court said that if there is doubt, the applicants can be asked for an explanation, and verification can also be done through government officials. Observing that too much burden cannot be laid on the shoulders of the applicants unless there is definite material to establish that there are financial dealings involving the parties, Justice Rao observed, Permission ought not to be withheld or rejected. The court noted that in the present case, before making a decision, the authorisation committee examined the donor, the husband of the donor and the petitioner patient. Pointing out that the committee also called for a report from the police authorities to ascertain whether any commercial transaction or middlemen/touts were involved, the court noted that the police report certified that there was no commercial transaction or middlemen involved. The court noted from the statements of the donor, the donor's husband, and the recipient that they have known each other for the last three or four years. Furthermore, the donor's husband used to drive the recipient to the hospital, and the donor treated the recipient as her uncle. The court stated that if the donor is not a near relative, the requirement is that they must establish that the organ removal was authorised for transplantation into the recipient's body due to attachment or some special reason for donating the organ. Justice Rao observed that the purpose of enacting the statute shows that there cannot be any commercial element involved in organ donation.
Star-studded Uruguay ready to give India another test of character in Kolkata
Star-studded Uruguay ready to give India another test of character in Kolkata
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 6 (IANS) Veteran actor Raj Babbar recently visited Kolkata, where he reconnected with old friends and familiar faces from the Bengali film industry while soaking in the citys distinctive charm. Sharing his experience of being back in the City of Joy, Babbar said Kolkata will always have a special place in his heart. He spoke warmly about the citys unique character and its rich legacy of cinema, art and literature. Taking to Instagram, he posted his video and wrote, Back in Kolkata..The City of Joy that will always hold a special place in my heart I have always adored this city, which has a unique warmth & timeless charm and a rich legacy of cinema, art, and literature. The Nikaah actor said his stay in Kolkata was made memorable by the opportunity to reconnect with old friends and familiar faces from the Bengali film industry. My stay here is sure to be memorable as I reconnect with old friends and familiar faces from the Bengali film industry. For now, I am simply soaking in Kolkatas unique energy and the unmistakable vibe, he added. Babbars visit also reflected his longstanding affection for the city, which he described as a place with a distinctive cultural and artistic identity. In the video, the veteran actor could be seen travelling in a car and enjoying glimpses of the rain before arriving at his hotel, where he received a warm welcome. Although Raj Babbar is best known for his work in Hindi and Punjabi cinema, his association with Bengali cinema goes back several decades. The veteran actor also ventured into Bengali films with the 1992 family drama Anutap. Over the years, Babbar has developed a warm bond with the Bengali film fraternity and maintained friendships with several prominent names from Tollywood. He shares a good bond with several well-known names from the Bengali film industry, including Debashree Roy, Mithun Chakraborty, Rituparna Sengupta, Prosenjit Chatterjee and filmmaker Swapan Saha.
Author Jeffrey Archer, who has died at 86, had a particularly soft spot for India
The author (Lord) Jeffrey Archer, who has an especially devoted following in India, died suddenly on Monday at his home in the UK at the age of 86. He would have liked the fact that his end resembled one of the twists in his tales. He passed away after he had spent Sunday promoting what he had declared was his very last novel, Adam & Eve . This was formally published on Tuesday, October 6, by HarperCollins, who announced he died suddenly and peacefully at his home between writing sessions. Kate Elton, the HarperCollins UK chief executive, said: It has been one of the great privileges of my publishing life to have been Jeffrey Archers editor. He was the master storyteller and an editors dream phenomenally hard-working, utterly committed to completing draft after draft to get every word as perfect as possible, and a true champion of the team nature of great publishing. When he set out to write Adam & Eve, he told me from the very beginning that it would be his final novel he was so excited about the scale of it and told me that if he could pull it off, it would equal anything hed previously written, on which basis he couldnt imagine embarking on any future novels. He did indeed pull it off and he was utterly thrilled by the early reader reactions. Were all devastated to have lost a writer who has brought joy to generations of readers and a true friend. Jeffrey Archer at Jaipur Literary Festival in 2019 Eastern Eye The phrase bestselling author doesnt do him justice. He was the ultimate story teller. He sold more than 300 million books in his five-decade writing career, including the Clifton Chronicles and Kane and Abel , and often set the novels in his home town of Wellington, Somerset. His books sold in 119 countries in 49 languages. But he had a particularly soft spot for India, it became clear during my interviews with him. In September 2019, for example, I went to see him at his penthouse suite overlooking the Thames with a view of the Palace of Westminster. He reckoned he had visited 20 to 25 times over the years. He was taken aback to discover one young woman journalist in Kolkata knew his tales almost better than he did. But he did point out that his debut novel, Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less , was published in 1975 when he was 35. Put simply, Indians appeared to adore Archer and Archer adored India. They are very kind to me, he summed up. On his phone was a picture of the crowd he had attracted at the Jaipur Literary Festival earlier that year. 7,500 people turned up to hear me in Jaipur. His wife, Dame Mary Archer, a distinguished scientist in her own right to whom he had then been married for 53 years, was moving around quietly in the background. A couple of months previously, a group of senior Indian businessmen had hosted a lavish dinner for the Archers in London. Mary was shocked, recounted Archer. It was truly remarkable every course was named after one of my books. On the menu, headed A Tribute to Jeffrey Archer, were such items as Mightier than the Sword (Lavash and Hummus), First Among Equals (Dragon Fruit Waldorf Salad), Nothing Ventured (Podi Hoppers Corn and Kuttu Roti), Only Time Will Tell (Slow-cooked Kali Dal) and Kane and Abel (Celebration Cake). Jeffrey Archer part of the menu Amit Roy Since most Indian businessmen probably dont read anything other than their bank statements, clearly a researcher had been hard at work to make the menu a collectors item (Archer generously donated one of his three copies to Eastern Eye ). He added: I am always teased that the other author Indians love is P G Wodehouse. And you would think we couldnt be more different. He learnt that several schools in India look at Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less as a first novel and see the immaturity of someone writing a first novel. A headmistress told me recently that her school is studying the art of short storytelling because you have R K Narayan, one of the greatest story writers who has ever lived. I am a huge admirer and fan wish I had met him before he died. In fact, if he were to be cast on a desert island and allowed to take a handful of books, R K Narayans short story collection, Malgudi Days , would be in the mix, along with Great Expectations by Charles Dickens and The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. He accepted that since his first novel came out in 1975, British society had changed beyond recognition and with it the standing of Indians. One has to be very careful what one says in this situation because we live in an age where prejudice is misunderstood but all I will say is the Indians work very hard, number one. And they are very bright, number two. And that is a good start. So, I am not surprised that Indians are doing well in this country. Everywhere I go I was in Qatar recently they seem to be running the place. I was in Dubai they seem to be running the place. Jeffrey Archer signing a book Amit Roy I think you are the most aspirational race on earth, possibly other than the Chinese who are also very aspirational. And I write aspirational books. As for his fan base in India and the enthusiastic welcome he received whenever he was in India, he commented: Its a mystery. Perhaps my love of India, (and) my love of cricket come through to the people both in the books and whenever I am on radio and television in India. He reckoned India should have won the ICC World Cup earlier that year you were the best team. His eyes lit up at the mention of Rahul Dravid. Oh, yes. Beautiful stroke player. Jeffrey Archer with Sharmila Tagore and her family at an auction dinner in London in 2013 Eastern Eye He went on: I always say that V V S Laxman and Rahul Dravid staying in all day against the Australians (at Eden Gardens in Kolkata in 2001 when India won after following on) was one of the great Test matches in history. He had met the then Indian skipper Virat Kohli three times. I heard him make a speech recently in your (Indian) high commission and he is a very measured, sensible, intelligent man, was his assessment. I am a great admirer, not just of his batting, but of his competitive attitude and indeed the way he conducts himself. But this has been true of the Indians for many years. In this ultra elite group, he included Anil Kumble, Kapil Dev and Ravi Shastri. And he retained warm memories of the Nawab, a reference to Mansur Ali Khan Tiger Pataudi. I was at Oxford with the Nawab who was a friend and remained a dear friend through to his death. He was a great man and a great captain of India. He saw Tiger in action before his friend lost much of the vision in his right eye in a car accident. That was very, very sad. I am amazed that he went on to captain his country and remained a world class cricketer. Always in demand as an auctioneer at Indian charity functions, the author officiated at a dinner at the May Fair Hotel in London in 2013 to raise funds for the Pataudi 2020 organisation which helps people with sight problems. The occasion was attended by his wife Sharmila Tagore, son and daughter Saif and Soha and daughter-in-law Kareena. The auctions I love they are fun. And that was a particularly fun one because I was doing it in memory of someone I cared about. After many ups and downs in his life, Archer was glad he did not stay in politics or become mayor of London but made his mark as a storyteller. His style was deceptively simple. But he had the gift of being able to make the reader turn the page to find out what happened next. He told me he wanted to take his new protagonist, Detective Constable William Warwick, a bright, young recruit to Scotland Yards art and antiquities squad in his latest novel, Nothing Ventured (Macmillan; 20), through to Metropolitan Police Commissioner over the course of eight novels. Jeffrey Archer Amit Roy We chatted about Nothing Ventured , in which Warwick makes his debut starting out in Scotland Yards art and antiquities squad. One night while watching a suspects house from a car, said Archer, Warwick kept awake by remembering the top ten Test batting averages of all times Bradman 99.84, Pollock 60.97, Headley. Whether Warwick would get to the very top would depend on whether the author was around to complete the task, said Archer, who was due to turn 80 in 2020. However, the narrative trajectory changed, and the series formally concluded with the final book in the series, End Game . The book tracked Warwick at the rank of Commander during the 2012 London Olympics, leaving him just short of the top job. An editor had suggested I should get Jeffrey Archer to talk about Jofra Archer, then Englands exciting new fast bowler. Oh, yes, responded the author, who was very knowledgeable about cricket. He is clearly a great new talent and made the big decision whether he would play for the West Indies or for England. And luckily for us he chose England. Yes, very exciting indeed. As he is only 24 years old, we can hope to have him for 10 years. On a broader sociological point, no one made anything of the fact that Jofra was a black man playing for England and had become a national hero overnight. Cover of one of his books Eastern Eye Why should it? asked Archer. This is a natural evolution. Archer, himself once an athlete who ran the 400 metres, recalled: When I ran for England and for Britain, we had no black men in the team. That has changed now. It has changed to the extent that I read in The Times the other day that in the Olympic Games there wasnt a white man in the semi-final or the final. And thats fine. Thats a change. We live with it. Did he think that diversity, represented by the likes of Jofra Archer, had brought strength to modern Britain? Very much, enthused the author. Archer, who was given a peerage in 1992, retired from the House of Lords in 2024. He is survived by his wife Mary, to whom he was married for 60 years, two sons, James and William, and two granddaughters and three grandsons.
India vs Uruguay: Plenty for both sides to gain, and lose, in FIFA friendly
India take on Uruguay in an important FIFA friendly in Kolkata, with both sides looking to gain valuable experience and momentum. As the teams prepare for the clash, there is plenty at stake ahead of the highly anticipated international fixture.
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Bengal bypolls: Voting peacefully underway in Nandigram, Rejinagar
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Voting was underway in two Assembly constituencies in West Bengal -- Nandigram in East Midnapore district and Rejinagar in Murshidabad district -- under an unprecedented security cover. The polling process has been peaceful till the time the report was filed. The polling process started at 7 a.m. and will continue till 6 p.m. From the very first hour, enthusiasm was witnessed among voters in both seats, with long queues at the various polling booths in both constituencies. The results for the by-elections will be declared on October 9. With Sanchita Pradhan Dey, the candidate from the former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led Mamata All India Trinamool Congress at Nandigram, withdrawing her nomination at the last moment, political observers feel it will be a cakewalk victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate, Hasi Rani Rath. Dey is the mother of Late Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, who was assassinated on the road in Madhyamgram on May 6. A sympathy wave is likely to work in her favour. Nandigram is all set to witness a four-cornered contest among the BJP, Congress, Ritabrata Banerjee-led Democratic Trinamool Congress and the CPI. CM Adhikari, who is a voter in Nandigram, is expected to reach the concerned polling booth to exercise his mandate at around 10 a.m. The total number of candidates in Nandigram is 16. The number of voters in the by-election is 2,66,419 -- male voters 1,38,955; female voters 1,27,463; and one is a third gender voter. Of the 323 booths, the police have identified 85 as sensitive. A tough contest is expected in Rejinagar where over 65 per cent of the voters are from the minority community. Rejinagar is all set to witness a six-cornered contest this time involving the BJP, Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP), Congress, Mamata All India Trinamool Congress, Democratic Trinamool Congress, CPI(M) and Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP). The total number of candidates in Rejinagar is 14. The total number of voters there is 2,56,546. There are 1,33,925 male voters, 1,22,616 female voters and five are third gender voters. A total of 71 companies will be deployed for the bypolls to the two Assembly constituencies -- 37 in Nandigram and the remaining 34 in Rejinagar. According to police sources, a total of about eight kilograms of explosives were found in their special operations in different areas of Rejinagar on Monday. A search is underway to find out who was involved in the incident. Apart from this, the police have filed 78 cases under non-bailable sections since the announcement of the elections. They have arrested 99 people as a precautionary measure. In the Assembly polls earlier this year, Suvendu Adhikari was elected simultaneously from Nandigram and Bhabanipur in South Kolkata. However, he decided to retain Bhabanipur, thus necessitating bypolls for Nandigram. On the other hand, the AJUP candidate Humayun Kabir won both the Naoda and Rejinagar Assembly seats in Murshidabad district. Later, he chose to retain Naoda, thus necessitating a bypoll for Rejinagar.
Voting begins in Bengal bypolls to Nandigram, Rejinagar seats
Kolkata: Polling began Tuesday, October 6, at 7 am for by-elections in the Nandigram and Rejinagar assembly constituencies in West Bengal amid tight security arrangements, officials said. Altogether 71 companies of central forces have been deployed for the bypolls, they said. Polling will continue till 6 pm. The contests will give the BJP an early 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 .
Test for BJP in Bengal, TVK in TN; bypolls in 5 assembly constituencies, 1 LS seat begins
Voting commenced at 7 am for multiple by-elections across West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry on Tuesday. In West Bengal, significant contests included Nandigram and Rejinagar with notable security. Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election also featured 19 candidates competing for votes. In Puducherry, the election for Thattanchavady Assembly witnessed a three-way contest among different political parties. Counting for these elections will occur on October 9 across all constituencies.
Narayana Hrudayalaya to operate and manage Mission of Mercy Hospital in Kolkata
The agreement is aimed at leveraging Narayana Hrudayalayas healthcare and hospital management expertise to support the facilitys long-term sustainability
Complex atlantoaxial stabilization surgery performed in high-risk patient at AIIMS Jammu
Jammu, Oct 5:All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu has successfully performed a complex atlantoaxial stabilization surgery on a high-risk patient from Kolkata suffering from atlantoaxial rotatory instability, marking another important milestone in the institutes growing expertise in complex spine surgery. The atlantoaxial joint, located between the first and second cervical vertebrae, is responsible for nearly half of the necks rotational movement. Instability at this level can lead to severe restriction of neck movements, spinal cord compression, progressive weakness, gait disturbances and other disabling neurological deficits, making timely diagnosis and specialized surgical management essential. The patient, according to AIIMS Jammu spokesperson, is recovering well and showing encouraging neurological improvement following the procedure. The patient had been experiencing progressive restriction of neck movements along with weakness of all four limbs and had previously sought treatment at multiple tertiary care centres across the country before presenting to AIIMS Jammu. Detailed clinical evaluation and advanced radiological assessment by the Department of Orthopaedics confirmed a complex atlantoaxial rotatory instability requiring definitive surgical stabilization. The surgery was successfully performed by Dr Tarsem Motten and Dr Rashid Anjum, Department of Orthopaedics, who carried out stabilization of the atlantoaxial junction to restore spinal stability, relieve neural compression and prevent further neurological deterioration. The procedure was uneventful and the patient is currently comfortable and improving steadily after surgery, the doctors stated. Dr Amit Thakur, Additional Professor and Officiating Head, Department of Orthopaedics, emphasised that upper cervical spine surgery required meticulous preoperative planning, precise instrumentation and a coordinated multidisciplinary approach because of the close proximity of the spinal cord, vertebral arteries, and vital neural structures. He also highlighted that the Department of Orthopaedics at AIIMS Jammu was regularly performing complex spine and spinal deformity surgeries, offering advanced treatment for challenging spinal disorders. The case received specialised anaesthesia support from Dr Slomi Gupta and Dr Shruti Sharma, Department of Anaesthesia. Anaesthetic management in atlantoaxial instability requires careful airway planning, minimal cervical movement during intubation, and continuous neurological vigilance to ensure safe surgery. Prof (Dr) Sanjeev Sinha, Executive Director and CEO, AIIMS Jammu, congratulated the multidisciplinary team and noted that the successful management of this technically demanding case reflected the institutes expanding capability in advanced spine and craniovertebral junction surgery. He emphasised that the availability of modern surgical technology, including intraoperative neuromonitoring and navigation, together with experienced multidisciplinary teams, was enabling AIIMS Jammu to deliver world-class complex spine care within the region. The successful outcome further strengthens the Department of Orthopaedics comprehensive spine services and reinforces AIIMS Jammus position as a referral centre for complex spine and spinal deformity surgery, it was stated.
A day after the BJPannounced candidature of former Trinamool Congress MP Rukmini Mallick alias Koel Mallick to Rajya Sabha, the actor turned politician on Monday formally joined the saffron party. Ms. Mallick filed her nomination papers for the Upper House in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly in presence of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari andState BJP president.
Four migrants detained in MP: Cal HC pulls up Bilaspur SP for parallel SIR-citizen exercise
After SRFTI mention, HC seeks info on student campus safety
Flyadeal looks to expand India network beyond Mumbai, Hyderabad
Flyadeal is considering expanding its operations in India to include additional cities like Lucknow and Kolkata. Currently, the airline has successfully established routes to Hyderabad and Mumbai. The airline's initial flights demonstrate strong passenger demand and high load factors on the existing routes. Challenges include rising fuel prices affecting fares and overall yields. The carrier aims to serve at least six Indian cities as it receives more aircraft.
Rain-guard action shifts to pandals across city
Over 1k hotels shut: KMC mulls 4-month window to upgrade fire safety measures
New Alipore factory of sweet shop to resume operations soon
Will reduce red tape, govt promises bars & restaurants
40-Year-Old Held For Assault On Civic Cop & Constable
100% Waiver On Property Tax Dues In 6 Civic Bodies
Minister announces plan for textile hub in Bengal
Amit Shah will not attend Mahalaya event
Behala Flying Club revival hope after ministers push for flight training institute
