West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Wednesday alleged that fair and independent elections were not held in the state for the past 50 years, claiming electoral results changed after people were allowed to vote freely. Commenting on elections in West Bengal, Ghosh said, It is true that for the past 50 years in Bengal, fair and independent elections were not held; people were not allowed to vote. As soon as fair elections began here, the results turned around. The party that had been ruling here for 15 years did not even get 3 per cent of the votes, so it has become clear where the vote theft was happening. Ghosh criticised the Congress leader's approach, questioning the practical implementation of his ideas. He said, Rahul Gandhi will remain a student all his life. We will never get to see the practical application of his teachings. Responding to the Trinamool Congress's allegations that former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was attacked outside her residence in Kolkata's...
Sip on delicious cocktails at this unique bar takeover in Mumbai's Lower Parel
A heady takeover by a popular Kolkata-based bar brings the vibe of addas, Gondhoraj limes, and the threads between the two former colonial cities to Lower Parel
Sculptors in Kumartuli bemoan shortage of clay, higher costs, intrusive content creators
Sculptors say supply curbs delayed work by two months, pushed up raw material costs, and threaten their earnings in the festive season; social media content creators seek exclusive shots without consent, the artists say
A decade between Kolkata and Dhaka!
Examining why the Bengali OTT, Hoichoi, is an IIM case-study, and a gamechanger for Indian entertainment
Kolkata Rajdhani train introduces floral comforters
Mamata-led AITC rally against CEC, SIR stopped in Kolkata over lack of police permission
CM Suvendu Adhikari had directed the police that the processionby Mamata Banerjee loyalist should not be allowed to march a single step.
Patna High Court acquits 13 accused in 1996 Jehanabad quadruple murder case
A Division Bench comprising Justice Rajeev Ranjan Prasad and Justice Kumar Manish delivered the ruling, citing grave lapses in the police investigation
Drunk civic police approaches Didi with knife, FIR registered
Your fave roll, chowmein to pinch pockets this Durga Puja as LPG and kitchen staples bite
El Clasico Legends In Kolkata: Barca and Real icons set for Salt Lake clash on Nov 25
Kone to double connected elevators in India to 1 lakh within a year
Jaipur (Rajasthan)/ New Delhi/ Mumbai (Maharashtra)/ Kolkata (West Bengal)/ Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 13: This Diwali, Bvlgari, the Magnificent Roman High Jeweler, unveiled a new expression of the festival with Passing the Light. Marking the Maison's first-ever global Diwali campaign, it was an intimate evening celebrating art, craftsmanship, and shared ritual. Conceived as an ode to India and to light in its most authentic form, the event invited guests to experience a beloved tradition through the lens of contemporary art, transforming the familiar glow of the diya into something deeply rooted yet strikingly unexpected. Conceived as a profound ode to India, the intimate evening brought together cultural luminaries to unveil a monumental, artisan-crafted tribute to the festival of lights.
Mamata AITC protests in Kolkata against CEC
Mamata Banerjee-led AITC organized a rally in Rajabazar, calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protesters aimed to march to Park Circus but were stopped by police due to a lack of permission. Kolkata Police Commissioner Ajay Kumar Nand noted that no official message about the rally was received.
Trans people unveil Ardhanarishvara Durga Puja in S Kol
Durga Puja numbers grow to a record 3,319 in Kolkata
Supply squeeze pushes up fish prices, threatens to make puja platters costlier
VIP or no VIP? Pass culture divides Kolkata pujas
Digital detox, heritage & peace shape housing complex pujas
SRFTI to boost exposure for students & faculty at Goa film fest
Campus-level decentralised BTech counselling gets state nod
State asks KMDA to draft Kumartuli heritage hub plan
4-wheelers behind most Kol accidents in 2025: KP survey
Pre-puja hoarding blitz may put roadside trees at risk: Experts
CPM book stall row: Calcutta High Court seeks state response
New WBCERC panel begins hearing cases, plans e-plaint system
WBBSE and WBCHSE get new presidents
SRFTI students continue protest, list vice-chancellors qualifications
700 new clamps to curb puja illegal parking
Cops bust multiplex piracy racket, arrest 1
Rs 15L jewellery thefts in Kalighat temple complex, Behala
Undertrial dies in Howrah: Kin allege poisoning
Impact-resistant sunglasses for Kol cops on field duty
Plaint against Kolkata artist for leaving work incomplete after taking money
Woman Attempts Knife Attack at Mamata Banerjees Residence, TMC Leader Raises Alarm Over Security
A woman allegedly attempted to stab Mamata Banerjee at her residence, raising serious concerns about security measures in Kolkata. Woman Attempts Knife Attack at Mamata Banerjees Residence, TMC Leader Raises Alarm Over Security
Global Diplomats Emphasize Investment Potential at ICC Event in Kolkata
Diplomats from Thailand and Australia highlight investment opportunities in West Bengal during an ICC event in Kolkata. Global Diplomats Emphasize Investment Potential at ICC Event in Kolkata
EPIC demand in Tolly polls raises SIR queries
Voters removed from rolls merely on suspicion: Ex-EC
JU designates 5 areas on campus as dog feeding zones
Kolkata To Witness Iconic El Clasico Rivalry As Barcelona, Real Madrid Legends Meet
Kolkata is set to stage the El Clasico Legends clash at the Salt Lake Stadium after hosting India's friendlies with Brazil and Uruguay.
Trinamool files police complaint of attack attempt on Mamata Banerjee
Trinamool files police complaint of attack attempt on Mamata Banerjee Kolkata: The Trinamool Congress on Tuesday filed a police complaint alleging an attempt to attack former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. In an email complaint filed with the officer-in-charge of Kalighat Police Station, Trinamools Joint General Secretary Dola Sen claimed that at about 6:00 p.m. on [] The post Trinamool files police complaint of attack attempt on Mamata Banerjee appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Celluloid history, colonial heritage, and global peace
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Didi-Loyalists Cut Short Stir In Kolkata For No Nod From Cops
Their agitation, which also included a plan to take out a rally from Rajabazar to Park Circus: Reports
Kolkata Police Constable Result 2026 Released; Check PMT, PET Dates And Admit Card Details
WBPRB has released Kolkata Police Constable and Lady Constable results for the 2024 recruitment drive. A total of 47,943 candidates qualified. PMT and PET begin October 28, with admit cards available from October 15.
Dinner, Drinks, Dancing: Why Hospitality is Rethinking the Night Out
From cocktail omakase to dining spaces that transition into nightlife, a new approach to hospitality is changing what people expect from an evening out. In Kolkata, the shift raises a larger question about whether the future lies in serving customers or designing experiences they remember.
How Kolkata Artist Chandra Nath Saha Built Maa Durga From 13,000 Recycled Pens
Kolkata artist Chandra Nath Saha created a 5.5-foot Maa Durga sculpture using 13,000 recycled plastic pens and refills at Tridhara Sammilani, promoting sustainable festival art.
Kolkata roads get a splash of colour, traditional alpona ahead of Durga Puja
228 students join river dolphin conservation programmes in Bengal
195 students, volunteers turn citizen scientists to document butterflies
Fishermen call for climate risk insurance
Kolkata High Court Denies Urgent Hearing on Abhishek Banerjees Plea Against Investigative Leaks
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TMC Holds Kolkata Protest Against Centre, CEC Gyanesh Kumar
The Trinamool Congress plans a major protest march in Kolkata against the Centre and the Election Commission, demanding accountability over recent developments.
Trinamool questions Bengal CEOs campaign for enrolment of deleted eligible, new voters
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 13 (IANS) The Trinamool Congress faction led by former West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee and her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, questioned the announcement by the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) intimating people about the beginning of a campaign for enrolment of deleted eligible voters and new or first-time voters in the electoral rolls. In a social media post issued by the Mamata Banerjee-led faction in the Trinamool Congress on Tuesday afternoon, the party alleged that Mondays announcement by the CEOs office was an indirect acceptance that the entire Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise was intended at helping the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secure seats they could never have dreamt of winning. After deleting eligible voters from the electoral rolls before the elections, @ECISVEEP suddenly wants to launch a proactive campaign to ensure that no eligible elector is left out. Where was this proactiveness before the elections? Why was the SIR process in Bengal conducted in such a rushed and unplanned manner? the Trinamool faction questioned in the social media statement. The faction also argued that the timing of the announcement to start the proactive campaign raised serious questions about the integrity, fairness, and impartiality of the entire process. The ECI must explain these discrepancies and ensure accountability, rather than expect citizens to accept the process without question, the social media statement read. In the name of Logical Discrepancy and botched-up SIR, the ECI took away peoples right to vote, hand in glove with Modi and Shah, to bring an illegitimate government to power. No government can claim legitimacy without public trust in the electoral process that brought it to power. Nothing illegal lasts forever. Neither will the @BJP4Bengal government, the statement added. On Monday, the CEOs office claimed that all 24 District Magistrates (DMs)-cum-District Electoral Officers (DEOs) have started a proactive campaign for enrolment of deleted eligible voters and new or first-time voters in the electoral rolls. The CEO said that the exercise was meant to ensure that no eligible elector is left out of the electoral rolls and special camps were being held throughout the state to ensure this. The CEOs office also advised that if any person has any complaint, he or she should contact the Booth-Level Officer (BLO) or Assistant Electoral Registration Officer (AERO) or Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) or the DEO-cum-DM concerned.
Where India takes to the streets: Historic protest sites from Mumbai to Kolkata and Delhi
Barcelona, Real Madrid Legends To Face Off in Kolkata on November 25
The match will be held at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan, popularly known as the Salt Lake Stadium
Kolkata Police Constable Result 2026 Out - Check Merit List, Scorecard and PMT/PET Date
WBPRB has released the Kolkata Police Constable Result 2026 for the Preliminary Written Test on 13 October 2026. Check the scorecard, download the male and female merit list PDFs, and see the PMT/PET and admit card dates.
TMC protests in Kolkata against CEO Gyanesh Kumar over BJP obstruction
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Touching history, past and contemporary, virtually every urban centre, be it Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai, or smaller towns such as Jaipur and Panaji, has its own protest site. Over the years, several have been denotified in the name of public convenience
From Dharna Chowk to Azad Maidan: India
New Delhi: Touching history, past and contemporary, virtually every urban centre, be it Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai, or smaller towns such as Jaipur and Panaji, has its own protest site. Over the years, several have been denotified in the name of public convenience and there are those that still continue as free speech zones 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 Police Constable Result 2026 out; PMT, PET from October 28
KP Constable Result 2026: The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board has declared the Preliminary Written Test result for Kolkata Police Constable and Lady Constable Recruitment 2024. The PMT and PET are scheduled to begin on October 28, 2026, with admit cards available from October 15. Candidates can check their results through the official recruitment websites using their application serial number and date of birth. The final answer key was released on October 8.
After delivering acclaimed projects like Delhi Belly, 24, Blackmail and the recently released web series Brown, filmmaker Abhinay Deo is back with Doosra. The film not only chronicles key moments from Sourav Gangulys illustrious cricketing career, culminating in Indias historic victory over England in the 2002 NatWest Series final, but also follows the parallel journey of Tara (Plabita Borthakur), a young girl growing up in a deeply conservative household in Rajasthan. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Abhinay Deo opened up about the making of Doosra, its unusual narrative, the reasons behind its prolonged delay and a lot more. At the very beginning of the film, we see that Subhash Ghai, Jisshu U Sengupta and Bhushan Kumar have been thanked. Could you tell us how they contributed to Doosra? We thanked Mr Subhash Ghai because he invited us to Celebrating Cinema, a festival held at his institute, Whistling Woods International. He loved the trailer of Doosra so much that he expressed a desire to show it to the students. Hence, Plabita and I went there and unveiled the trailer publicly for the first time in his auditorium. That's why we had to thank him. Meanwhile, Kolkata is Sourav da's home ground. We are planning to promote the film there as well, and Jisshu is helping us put things together. We worked together on Brown, and that's how we know each other well. As for Mr Bhushan Kumar, he agreed to showcase the trailer on T-Series' YouTube channel, even though T-Series has nothing to do with the film. Yet, he was gracious enough to say, 'Arre, trailer chalao'! It's huge for us because T-Series has the second most-subscribed YouTube channel in the world, with more than 300 million subscribers. Usually, sports documentaries focus primarily on the life and achievements of the sportsperson. However, Doosra also features a parallel track involving a young girl from Jodhpur. How did that idea come about? Rohan Sajdeh, the husband of our producer, Masha Sajdeh, approached me out of nowhere. They are based in Chicago, and we met here in Mumbai. He proposed making a documentary on Sourav Ganguly, focusing on the 2002 NatWest Series final and other key milestones in his career. I asked him how he came up with the idea. He revealed that he had been a cricketer in Australia. I don't think he played first-class cricket, but he was getting there. During that time, he faced a lot of racism. So, his story and Tara's story are very similar. Rohan came from a well-to-do family, and yet he faced numerous difficulties in Australia. Hence, for him, the 2002 moment was a crucial one. When I heard his story, I told him, 'We should actually talk about this in the film. Sirf documentary banane se uska kya impact hoga? Instead, why don't we show how that moment impacted an individual and changed his or her life?' Then, we brought on board my friend Agnello Dias, a very big name in advertising. After hearing the idea, he came back and said, 'The protagonist should be a girl, not a guy. Also, she should have nothing to do with cricket'. I found the idea fantastic. That's how Tara was born. We decided to set the story in Rajasthan, in an environment that is as patriarchal as it can get. Tara should have a difficult life, but that shouldn't stop her from asking questions. In the film, we show that she gets slapped for cutting her hair. A few seconds later, she sees a news report on television about Sourav Ganguly being criticized for refusing to serve drinks. She looks at him positively and thinks, 'There's someone else out there who's got slapped just like me!' She feels, 'Main aur woh same hai'. Hence, she starts following his journey, right up to 2002, when both their lives reach a turning point. The way you have blended the two narratives, especially in the scene where prospective grooms come to see Tara, is remarkable... It is definitely one of the most difficult screenplays to write and also one of the most difficult films in the world to edit! Why did Doosra take so long to release? We shot the film in 2018-19 and edited it in 2019-20. We were ready and had even released a teaser, hoping that we would unveil the trailer and begin promotions within the next few months. Then, COVID happened, and it hit us badly. Moreover, while I was based in India, the producers were in Chicago. The film was edited in New York by an Israeli editor named Ayelet Gil Efrat. She had no idea what cricket meant, but she is a fantastic editor. In this film, the editing is everything. It was a make-or-break situation. I wanted an editor who was a woman and had nothing to do with Indian culture or cricket. It helped me get a completely fresh perspective. She wouldn't be biased or come with any baggage. She would edit the film the way it needed to be edited. That's also why the editing process took a while. COVID delayed matters further. The footage was sitting in New York. Even travelling from Chicago to New York was a task. Imagine how difficult it would have been for me to travel from Mumbai to New York! As a result, three years went by just figuring out how to put the film together. Once the pandemic was over, I got busy with other projects, which further added to the delay. But I believe ki har cheez ka ek waqt hota hai. This is the right time for Doosra. You have PVR INOX Pictures on board as the distributor, which should help the film secure screens. However, Doosra releases on October 23, when nearly seven other Hindi films are also scheduled to hit cinemas. Does that concern you? Firstly, what makes us happy is that the film is even getting a theatrical release. In today's times, it's very difficult for a film like this to get a chance on the big screen. It's a sad scenario, but it's the reality. Thankfully, PVR agreed to come on board as the distributor. Many others also stepped forward to ensure that this film sails through. Hats off to them for putting their might behind it. Also Read: Anil Kapoor and Rohit Sharma praise Trailer of Abhinay Deos Doosra, set for release on October 23
Todays Gold Rate in India October 13: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on October 13
Gold and silver prices today, 13 October: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
'Misusing democracy': Bengal Minister attacks Cong over INDIA bloc protest
Digital Desk | Newtown, Oct 13 (IANS) West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Tuesday slammed the Opposition, saying that its leaders claim democracy has ended in the country while repeatedly criticising the government, the Supreme Court, the Prime Minister and the Home Minister. He further said that they are misusing democracy. Speaking to reporters, Ghosh said, They (the Opposition) claim that democracy has ended in the country, and every day they hurl abuses at the government, the Supreme Court, the Prime Minister and the Home Minister. They even went to the Supreme Court seeking a resolution, which the public is witnessing. Misusing democracy in this manner is something only the Congress party does, and they will face the consequences for it. Ghosh also criticised Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav over his remarks on restrictions on protests in Delhi and said that it is because of democracy that you are able to make such statements. It is because of democracy that you are able to make such statements and take to the streets to protest. The people you are associating with were the ones who imposed the Emergency. Remember what happened to your father and the leaders of that time. So, stop making such unnecessary remarks. The public is watching. The Uttar Pradesh elections are approaching, so prepare well. People may give you another chance, but otherwise, you could face the same fate that Mamata Banerjee faced in West Bengal, Ghosh said. His remarks came a day after Yadav criticised the Delhi Police's decision to remove Jantar Mantar from the list of designated protest sites, describing it as the 'biggest defeat' for the BJP government. Yadav suggested that protesters should be allowed to demonstrate on Lok Kalyan Marg, where the Prime Minister's residence is located. He also said people should be thankful that they had not been directed to an 'underground' location to protest, alleging that the BJP and its associates held secret meetings at such places. Meanwhile, Ghosh expressed confidence that no genuine voter would be removed during the ongoing electoral process. He said the scrutiny of voter names should be expedited and the eligibility of those under review clarified. No genuine voter's name will be removed. The Supreme Court has also stated this, and the process is underway. I feel we need to act a little faster and clarify the names that are still under scrutiny. The names of those who are eligible voters should be included, while those who are not eligible should be removed. That will happen too. Those who are indulging in excessive politics over this can do whatever they want, he said. Commenting on former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's planned protest, Ghosh described it as an old political practice and claimed that her party had lost public support. For 15 years, the people gave her an opportunity, and she did whatever she wanted, wrecking Bengal. Now see what we are doing. Bringing in outsiders to make them voters and getting them to vote, this kind of politics will no longer run in the country, he said. The Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress faction has planned a protest march in Kolkata on Tuesday against the Centre and the Election Commission, a day after staging a demonstration in New Delhi. The march, organised by the party's student and youth wings, is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. from Rajabazar and proceed towards Park Circus. It remained unclear whether Banerjee would participate and whether the party had obtained police permission for the rally.
India, America expanding cooperation across sectors: US ambassador Sergio Gor
Kolkata and the United States are strengthening ties across sectors such as defence, IT, and healthcare. Recent military exercises involving 500 troops and significant investments showcase this growing partnership. American companies are establishing production facilities in India, contributing to economic development in both nations. India plays a crucial role in supplying generic medicines to the US, which enhancing trust.
Gold and silver prices in India declined amid Middle East conflict fears, with gold at Rs 149760 per 10g and silver at Rs 223280 per kg, affected by a stronger dollar and US rate hike expectations.
India, US expand cooperation across sectors: US envoy Gore
Kolkata: India and America are expanding cooperation across sectors, including defence, IT and healthcare, with investments and joint initiatives creating significant opportunities for both countries, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Monday, October 12. Speaking at a programme here to mark 250 years of Americas Independence, Gor highlighted the growing partnership between the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India-US cooperation expanding across defence, IT and healthcare, says envoy Sergio Gor
Speaking in Kolkata, the US envoy cited military exercises, cross-border investments and pharmaceutical trade as examples of the expanding bilateral partnership
West Bengal bypolls proved that BJP does not draw support from just one community: CM Suvendu
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had earlier said that 80% of the Muslims in Nandigram and 60% of the minority population in Rejinagar had voted for the BJP in the bypolls held on October 6
Winning, differently: On the by-election results in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Ruling parties sweep by-elections, but defections mar Tamil Nadu results
Delhis CR Park hosts exhibition on Kolkatas Durga Puja heritage
Mob ransacks North 24-Parganas sabhadhipatis office
Pillion Rider Injured By Chinese Manjaa In Kolkata
Asiatic Society traces Durga Pujas journey through centuries
Bribery Slur After Traffic Sergeant Assault In Kolkata
Carriage Owners, Animal Lovers On Either Side Of Horse Divide
Special lounges, ramps for disabled & elderly visitors
Calcutta University to introduce grading system in undergraduate courses, scores for attendance
After stones and bottles at house, Bikash gets police summons
Calcutta High Court grants bail to French refugee
25 new pujas form base of KP traffic plans
Office-goers+schoolkids+puja shoppers+ revellers = Post-afternoon traffic gridlock
Tukde tukde gang on CM lips at Allen Park
Ensure no more mob attack on Kunal Ghosh: Calcutta High Court to Kolkata Police commissioner
Calcutta High Court proposes metal detectors, ban on paan, gutka, cigarettes on court premises
Monsoon bids city adieu, dry weather ahead
From Green Puja to Green Para: Citys oldest eco-puja award sets bigger goal
Smaller gated communities to share festive joy with poor
'Stay tuned for...': US envoy Sergio Gor on India-US ties after Modi-Trump talks
US Ambassador Sergio Gor emphasized the strengthening collaboration between India and America in defense and healthcare sectors. During an event in Kolkata, he mentioned recent military exercises involving Indian and American forces. Gor also highlighted significant investments in information technology and shared trust in India's pharmaceutical industry. The US is actively engaging with West Bengal to foster ties in various sectors.
SRFTI Students Demand VC Ouster Amid Inquiry
