Deleted West Bengal voters move SC against SIR
The applicants said uncertainty over their appeals against exclusion continues even as the Kolkata Municipal Corporation and Howrah Municipal Corporation elections near
Board may advance ICSE start time to 10am from 2027
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KMC resumes food safety drive with an eye on puja
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Mamata Banerjee likely to join CJP protests on October 10
Former West Bengal Chief Minister says she intends to approach the President on the issue of vote theft and Special Intensive Revision; she is also likely to join the march of India bloc MPs to the Rashtrapati Bhawan on Friday
Calcutta HC seeks report from Bengal govt on action against attacks on advocates in state
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Thursday sought a report from the West Bengal government on the action taken by the police administration over the attacks on advocates in different parts of the state during the last few months. Calcutta High Court Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge directed the state government to submit the report to the court by Friday. On Thursday, a section of the advocates of the Calcutta High Court, led by senior advocate and four-time Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha member Kalyan Banerjee sought the attention of the bench of the Chief Justice regarding the attack at the residence of senior advocate and former CPI-M Rajya Sabha member Bikas Ranjan Bhattacharya at Purbalok near Jadavpur in South Kolkata early Thursday morning. Seeking the court's intervention in the matter, Kalyan Banerjee submitted in the court that the advocates who are against the current ruling dispensation and the Bharatiya Janata Party government were going through a critical phase because of constant threats of attacks on them. Chief Justice Ghuge said that the court had already asked the police to enhance and strengthen security arrangements within the high court premises. However, at the same time, he also requested the advocates to have faith in the court instead of going for cease-work. The state's additional advocate general, Rajdeep Majumdar, assured the court that the police administration would take action in such matters. He also recalled how Calcutta High Court's Justice Rajasekhar Mantha was harassed and slanderous postering was done on the wall of his residence in South Kolkata during the previous Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government in the state. Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee, too, had issued a social media statement expressing solidarity towards Bikas Ranjan Bhattacharya regarding the attack on his residence early Thursday morning. After Baruipur Court, Bankshall Court, Chandannagar and Salboni, another brutal attack today. This time at the residence of Senior Advocate Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharyya in Kolkata. Evidence on video confirms the brazenness such attackers have towards law enforcement in West Bengal. I strongly condemn such continuing attacks on the legal fraternity. It is true that in the past 15 years Bikash da and us have often been on different sides of the ideological and legal divide. However, the line of decency was never crossed, the former Chief Minister said in a social media statement.
Indian Womens Football Team Falls to Russia in Friendly Match 0-4
The Indian womens football team lost 0-4 to Russia in a friendly match held in Kolkata, highlighting the challenges faced by the young squad. Indian Womens Football Team Falls to Russia in Friendly Match 0-4
Bengal CEO seeks EC clarity on Form 6 for voters tribunal appeals
Fin irregularities: ACB at co-op bank to probe former mins role
KMC announces property tax waiver scheme, 100% interest, 99% penalty to be exempt
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70 wards reserved for women, 12 for SCs in final reservation list for KMC polls
Samir Zeljkovic Strike Helps Mohun Bagan Claim 22nd IFA Shield Title With Win Over East Bengal
Riding on Samir Zeljkovic's solitary strike, Mohun Bagan Super Giant retained the IFA Shield with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over arch-rivals East Bengal in a fiercely contested Kolkata Derby.
New-look India go down 0-4 to Russia in womens football friendly
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) A new-look Indian womens football team suffered a 0-4 defeat against Russia in the first of their two international friendlies at the rain-soaked Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Thursday. India, ranked 69th in the world, held the 27th-ranked visitors at bay for much of the opening half before Russias sustained pressure told after the break. Iana Sheina opened the scoring in the 40th minute before substitute Kira Petukhova struck twice in the 60th and 65th minutes. Iana Svistunova completed the scoring in the 81st minute. India head coach Crispin Chettri used the fixture to blood several young players, with Babysana Devi Thingbaijam, Malati Munda, Cindy Colney, Shubhangi Singh, Dhurga Perumal and Sibani Devi Nongmeikapam making their international debuts. Goalkeeper Monalisha Devi Moirangthem, who made her first start for India, also earned her third international cap. The match was Indias first-ever womens international fixture in Kolkata, and the hosts made a disciplined start despite facing a significant gap in the world rankings. Russia enjoyed greater possession and territorial control, but India defended in a compact shape and worked hard to close down passing lanes. Monalisha also made a series of important interventions to keep the visitors at bay. India came close to taking the lead around the half-hour mark when the ball fell to Malavika P. inside the box, but Russian goalkeeper Natalia Silina quickly came off her line to snuff out the opportunity. Lynda Kom Serto also had a chance later in the half, but India were unable to convert their openings. Russia eventually broke the deadlock through Sheina, who produced a precise finish into the bottom corner in the 40th minute to give the visitors a 1-0 lead at half-time. Heavy rain made conditions more difficult after the break, with Russia increasing the pressure on India. Natalia Mashina and Petukhova came close to extending the lead before Monalisha made further saves to keep India within touching distance. Russia doubled their advantage in the 60th minute after captain Nadezhda Smirnovas long-range effort took an awkward bounce off the wet surface. Monalisha managed to parry the ball, but Petukhova reacted quickest to score from close range. Petukhova struck again five minutes later after India struggled to clear their lines inside the box. Chettri made a triple change in the 66th minute, bringing on Shubhangi Singh, Priyadharshini Selladurai and Renu for Malati Munda, Babysana and Jasoda Munda. Russia continued to dominate and added a fourth goal in the 81st minute through Svistunova, who controlled a bouncing delivery from the left before finishing past Monalisha. The defeat highlighted the challenge facing Indias young squad against stronger opposition, although the hosts showed defensive organisation in the first half and created a few promising opportunities. India and Russia will meet again in the second friendly on October 11.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) A Calcutta High Court judge on Thursday recused himself from hearing a petition filed by Trinamool Congress General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee seeking a ban on publishing news on ongoing probes in different matters by different state and central agencies against him. In his petition, Abhishek Banerjee, also the nephew of the former West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, alleged that his personal information and investigation-related matters are being leaked to the media. He claimed that his right to privacy was hampered since confidential information, progress of the investigation and interrogation issues were being leaked to the media during the investigation process. He claimed this was not only affecting the investigation, but also his reputation and dignity were being tarnished. Reminding him of his right to personal privacy, Banerjee requested the court to impose a ban on the publication of such news matters. However, Justice Krishna Rao recused himself from hearing the matter, though he did not dismiss the petition. Instead, he advised Banerjee to approach the appropriate bench in the matter, considering that in the matter, the investigating agencies have been accused of leaking information to the media. Multiple probes in various matters against Abhishek Banerjee were being conducted by the central agencies like the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for quite some time. After the change of regime in West Bengal in the Assembly elections earlier this year, the state agencies like the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) also started probes against him in certain other matters, and the CID sleuths had also questioned him a number of times in relation to such probes. The contention of Abhishek Banerjees counsel was that details of the interrogation exercise, including what questions were asked, were also leaked to the media. He also said that some news reports were published about his client's foreign travels and other personal matters, which are not directly related to the cases. As a result, counsel argued, his clients rights to personal privacy, dignity and reputation were being violated.
India 0-4 Russia: Blue Tigresses Suffer Heavy Defeat In Kolkata
India's young side faced a tough test against Russia and eventually went down 4-0 in Kolkata.
Indian Women's team goes down to Russia in Kolkata friendly
A new-look Indian women
India Women's Football Team Loses To Russia In Friendly
The Indian women's national football team, featuring several debutants, suffered a 0-4 defeat to a higher-ranked Russian side in the first of two international friendlies in Kolkata. Despite a strong defensive performance in the first half, Russia broke the deadlock before halftime and extended their lead in the second half, with substitute Kira Petukhova scoring twice. The match provided valuable experience for India's emerging players.
Mohun Bagan Crowned IFA Shield Champions After 1-0 Win Over East Bengal
Samir Zeljkovic's first-half strike proved decisive as Mohun Bagan beat East Bengal 1-0 in a tense Kolkata derby to retain the IFA Shield title.
Kolkata Airport Receives Bomb Threat Email, No Suspicious Objects Found
Kolkatas Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport was briefly evacuated following a bomb threat email, but no threats were substantiated. Kolkata Airport Receives Bomb Threat Email, No Suspicious Objects Found
Kolkata Metro announces overnight schedule for upcoming Durga Puja
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) Metro Railway, Kolkata, will run night-long services on its Blue and Green Lines during Durga Puja, and will also extend services on its Purple, Yellow, and Orange Lines. This is being done to allow Puja revellers to visit pandals across the city more comfortably. Commuting time between pandals will also be reduced. The night-long services will be operated on Maha Saptami (Oct. 17), Maha Ashtami (Oct. 18) and Maha Navami (Oct. 19). On Maha Panchami (Oct. 15) and Maha Sashti (Oct. 16), services on the Blue and Green Lines will start at 6 a.m. and continue until 11 p.m. In the Blue Line (Garia to Dakshineswar), 284 services will be run each day on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. Trains will run at six-minute intervals during peak hours. In the Green Line (Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V), 240 services will be run, a Metro Railway official said. On Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami, 248 services will be run on the Blue Line from 1 p.m. to 4 a.m. the following morning. Trains will run every six minutes during peak rush hours. The Green Line will operate 192 services. Operations will start at 1.30 p.m. and end at 3.59 a.m. the following morning. On the Yellow Line (Airport to Noapara), services will run between 7.18 a.m. and 9.20 p.m. on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. On Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami, trains will run between 3 p.m. and 10.53 p.m. on this stretch. The Purple Line between Joka and Majerhat will operate services from 6.40 a.m. to 9.26 p.m. on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. On the next three days, services will run from 3 p.m. to 10.55 p.m. The Orange Line from Garia to Beliaghata will have trains running from 7.40 a.m. until 8.45 p.m. on Maha Panchami and Maha Sashti. There will be no services on this stretch for the following four days. Metro Railway has also advised passengers to purchase smart cards or book tickets through the AAMAR KOLKATA METRO app to avoid crowds at booking counters. As there will be a large number of services for commuters at six-minute intervals on the Blue and Green Lines during peak hours, commuters are requested not to overcrowd trains or try to block the doors. Please wait for the next train and co-operate with us so that services can be operated smoothly, the official said. Metro Railway has earlier announced additional services during the weekends leading up to Durga Puja for the benefit of shoppers. Shopping is an essential part of Durga Puja, and people do not get the opportunity to do so during weekdays. Hence, these additional services are being run during the weekends, the official added.
Chef Gomes has received a major honour - Lifelong Excellence in Culinary Leadership from EICA
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 8: Everything else should explain why this honour matters and why he deserves it.
IFA Shield final LIVE: East Bengal, Mohun Bagan collide in high-stakes Kolkata derby
Run more trains and longer ones from Visakhapatnam, DRUCC member tells South Coast Railway
DRUCC member Chalasani Gandhi seeks special trains and 24-coach rakes for festival rush, overnight services to Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Kolkata and more trains on the Ichchapuram and Rajamahendravaram sections
Kolkata Airport Receives Bomb Threat Email, Security Teams Launch Checks
A threat email claiming an explosive had been planted at Kolkata airport prompted security agencies to launch thorough checks.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) Apprehending tension and violence during the counting on Friday for the bypoll for Rejinagar Assembly Constituency in Murshidabad district of West Bengal, the district administration has imposed a host of prohibitory orders and restriction at the counting centre for a major part of the day. The counting for Rejinagar bypoll will be at Baharampur Girls College. According to the sub-divisional officer (headquarter) of, Samiran Barik, the police in its report had expressed apprehension and possibility of crowding of supporters of rival political camps around the counting centre in large numbers which might disrupt the law and order situation there on the day of counting. Therefore, he added, prohibitory orders and restrictions have been imposed in and around the counting centre on Friday. The restriction will start from 5 a.m. on Friday and will continue till the counting process is over and the results are declared officially. Under such restriction, no vehicle will be allowed to enter within 100 metres of the counting centre and gathering of five or more people will be allowed within the same area. At the same time, no loudspeakers will be allowed to be played within 100 metres of the counting centre and no one will be allowed to enter the counting centre without a valid identity card issued from the Election Commission of India. No weapons, mobiles, cordless phones, wireless sets will be allowed within 200 metres of the counting centre. However, this ban will not apply to magistrates, police personnel, election observers, district magistrates, additional district magistrates, returning officers and counting staff involved in the counting of votes. These restrictions have been imposed on Friday keeping in mind the scattered instances of violence and tension that were reported from different pockets in Rejinagar on the Tuesday when the bypolll was conducted, said a district administration official. Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) founder-cum-legislator, Humayun Kabir was arrested on Tuesday morning on charges of moving from one polling booth to another influencing voters, intimidating police officers and even holding an on-duty cop by his collar. Besides Rejinagar, Nandigram Assembly Constituency in East Midnapore district also went for bypoll on Tuesday.
The IFA Shield 2026 final between EBFC and MBSG will be played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, popularly known as the Salt Lake stadium.
Kolkata airport receives bomb threat, authorities carry out security check
Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Thursday received a bomb threat email, prompting authorities to varry out a thorough security checks at the airport premises. It should be noted that the airport has received similar threats in the past, which were found to be hoaxes. The email on bomb threat claimed that a bomb had been planted at the airport and after the threat was received, security agencies initiated checks as per the prescribed protocol to ascertain whether there was any security risk.
22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on October 8
The Chai Business That Got Hasan Minhaj's Attention | Kolkata Chai Co.'s Million Dollar Story
At a time when America saw chai as a sugary latte, Ani and Ayan Sanyal decided to change the story. Sujatha Padmanabhan speaks with the founders of Kolkata Chai Co. about how they built a million dollar business rooted in culture, not trends.In this episode of Diaspora Dialogues, we go behind the scenes of the Hasan Minhaj partnership and the long road of entrepreneurship - from selling at NYC farmers' markets to surviving COVID shutdowns. We discuss:- Growing up as 1st Gen Indian Americans in the 90s.- The nostalgia of Kolkata summers and Adda culture.- The pressure of running a startup with family.- Why authenticity is the ultimate business advantage.
Liquor Bottles Thrown At Senior Left Leader's House In Kolkata. He Blames BJP
According to Bhattacharya in his complaint, several individuals on motorcycles arrived outside his residence and smashed the window panes with liquor bottles.
Rebel TMC MPs seek 15 more days to reply to LS notices on disqualification plea
Twenty rebel Trinamool Congress MPs have requested an additional 15 days to reply to disqualification notices. The original deadline granted by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was set for October 8. Their legal team requires more time to prepare a comprehensive response to the notices. An urgent meeting is scheduled in Kolkata to strategize on their next steps regarding the situation.
Odisha Bandh Chaos: Airport Passengers Stranded as Cab Drivers Demand Triple Fares
The 12-hour statewide bandh called by the India Bloc has severely crippled transportation networks across Odisha, leaving air passengers stranded and vulnerable to exploitation. Commuters arriving at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar from major cities like Delhi, Bengaluru, and Kolkata faced a harrowing time on Thursday as online cab services and private drivers capitalised [] The post Odisha Bandh Chaos: Airport Passengers Stranded as Cab Drivers Demand Triple Fares appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Sealdah Railway Division gears up for Durga Puja rush
Additional trains, help desks, medical assistance arranged to help during peak festive season
Kolkata Markets See Shopping Rush, Pandal Preparations As Durga Puja Nears
Kolkata Police have had to implement special measures to manage the crowds of pedestrians across different markets.
IIT Madras team secures third place at Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa
Kolkata Team AgniRath from IIT Madras has secured 3rd Place overall at the prestigious Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 in South The post IIT Madras team secures third place at Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa appeared first on Bilkul Online .
In the early session on Thursday, Oct. 8, both the precious metals also slumped in the international market, with COMEX gold declining around 0.18% to trade at $4,133.2 per ounce
Kolkata parents kept their kids away from school: How unschooling became their way of learning
Rohan Bopanna returns to action, will represent Gurgaon Grand Slammers in TPL
Argentina's world No. 60 Roman Burruchaga, representing the Kolkata Thunder Blades, will be the highest-ranked singles player in the league
PM, HMlikely to skip West Bengal govts mega Mahalaya event
The West Bengal government is holding the grand Mahalaya event at Eden Gardens cricket stadium and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was supposed to attend the grand event.
5 underpass plan on NH-327 between Bagdogra and Panitanki for safe elephant crossing
Taslima Nasrin In Kolkata, Says Will Stay For Durga Puja Next Year
I will certainly be here next year. I absolutely love the Puja celebrations here; it feels like a grand art exhibition, Taslima Nasrin said.
Kolkata: WB CEO Uploads SIR-Axed Voters List, Urges Eligible Voters to Enrol
The office of the Chief Electoral Officer, West Bengal has released the list of voters whose names featured in the Absentee, Shifted, Dead, Deleted category during the SIR and urged left out eligible voters to submit Form 6 for enrolment.
40k at Eden, 10k on Red Road: WC security model for Mahalaya show
High airfares, delayed trains threaten Durga Puja plans of Kolkata-bound passengers
Eveready enters liquid vaporiser market, eyes 2-4% share
ER to run 51 puja special trains in Sealdah division
Legs tied, blood stains on face: Man found dead in locked cab
Flexi-timing for autos during Durga Puja
Lalbazar calling: Woman loses Rs 1.2L in digi-arrest scam
JPC to reach out to youth, institutions on Education Bill
The panel, headed by BJP MP D Purandeswari, has held consultations in Kolkata, Goa and Bengaluru to understand what students and young people want from higher education institutions and the proposed new regulatory framework.
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The Vibrant Tradition of Durga Puja in Kolkata: Significance of the White and Red-bordered Sari
Discover the cultural significance of the red-bordered white sari during Durga Puja in Kolkata, a festival rich in tradition and artistry. The Vibrant Tradition of Durga Puja in Kolkata: Significance of the White and Red-bordered Sari
State declares college governing bodies
Airport mosque: State opposes plea for Friday prayers interim order
NCERT teaches students how to click with caution, navigate e-threats
No Form 6 relief for those whose appeals are pending before tribunal, clarifies Bengal CEO
Trial judges interaction with child must before custody decision, orders Cal HC
State approves merger of Madrasah Commission with WBSSC
Sewer line revamped to keep Bowbazar dry
WBPSC announces clerkship exam
Chancellors nominees asked to safeguard university autonomy
Hotel worker abducted and assaulted near New Market
WBHIDCO to appoint sculptor for 125-ft Syama Prasad Mookerjee statue
Young aquatics prodigy sets two national records at CISCE championship
State approves Rs 23.4 crore for BMC road, drain projects
Cops want bus drivers to be liable for traffic violations
High-Voltage Kolkata Derby In IFA Shield Final
East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan are set to clash in the IFA Shield final on Thursday, a highly anticipated Kolkata derby. East Bengal aims to avenge last year's defeat and secure their 30th title, while Mohun Bagan seeks to retain the Shield and claim their 22nd. The match comes amidst a demanding schedule for both teams, particularly Mohun Bagan, with players returning from national duty, adding to the tactical challenges for coaches Panagiotis Dilmperis and Antonio Habas.
Call off strike: HC to lawyers
App Cab Driver Found Dead in Kolkata, Investigation Underway
A cab drivers body was discovered in Kolkata with signs of violence, prompting a police investigation into the mysterious circumstances. App Cab Driver Found Dead in Kolkata, Investigation Underway
Bengal CM promises BJP win on all 42 LS seats in 2029
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 7 (IANS) Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday, while speaking at Vadnagar in Gujarat, the home state of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said that in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, the people of West Bengal would gift PM Modi victories for BJP candidates from all 42 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state. He made the statement while speaking at an event in Vadnagar marking 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public administrative journey, first as Gujarat Chief Minister and subsequently as Prime Minister. In West Bengal, I am trying to replicate the kind of development work that has been achieved in Gujarat, Adhikari said. He added that PM Modi had taught 1.4 billion people the mantra of Nation above all, and claimed that welfare of the poor and the curbing of terrorism had been achieved under PM Modi's leadership. Speaking on the occasion, Adhikari also launched sharp attacks on both the former Left Front government and the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal. First the Left Front and then the Trinamool Congress were in power in West Bengal, Adhikari said. He alleged that the two political formations together had created a threat to the country's security and claimed that more than three lakh Bangladeshis had been expelled from Gujarat after entering India through the Indo-Bangladesh border in West Bengal. According to Adhikari, during the Trinamool regime in West Bengal, around 600 km of the international border with Bangladesh effectively remained open. He further said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had promised in an election manifesto that land would be provided to the Border Security Force within 45 days of the BJP coming to power in West Bengal. Adhikari claimed that the commitment had been fulfilled and asserted that PM Modi had guaranteed the development of West Bengal. He also claimed that, after 50 years, a nationalist government had finally been formed in West Bengal.
Bihar: Schoolboy shot in Kharagpur; police detain suspects
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 7 (IANS) A schoolboy was shot while riding on a bike in Kharagpur in West Midnapore district on Wednesday. The student is undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kolkata and is reported to be in a critical condition. The injured boy has been identified as Akshay Jha. According to local sources, he was riding on the pillion seat of a bike in the railway area of Old Settlement, Ward No. 20, in Kharagpur at around 11.30 a.m. on Wednesday. Shots were allegedly fired at the moving bike, and one of the bullets hit Akshay in the chest. He was taken to a local hospital in serious condition and was later shifted to Kolkata for advanced treatment. The rider of the bike said he did not know why the shooting took place or who fired the shots. On the other hand, residents claimed that no one heard the sound of firing. As a result, there is confusion over how, when and why the shooting took place. Police are investigating the matter. Personnel from Kharagpur Town Police Station are trying to ascertain the motive behind the incident. However, police said they were certain that a shooting had taken place. The initial investigation suggests that the firing occurred during a dispute between two groups. As a result, several suspects have been detained for questioning. Local councillor D. Basanti said the injured student is the son of an employee of the Railway Health Department. I went to the railway hospital after receiving the news, Basanti said. He added that he learnt that miscreants had fired two shots, one of which hit the minor on the left side of his chest. Basanti further claimed that, at the time of the incident, two persons were riding a scooter without a number plate. He also expressed the suspicion that the intended target might have been Sagar Kumar, the son of Prasad and a friend of Akshay. According to Basanti, the two had gone out for refreshments when the incident occurred. He further claimed that Prasad belonged to the Srinu Naidu group and that both Prasad and Srinu had died in separate firing incidents in the past. Meanwhile, West Midnapore Superintendent of Police Papiya Sultana said there were two groups in the area and a firing incident had taken place between them. She said five people had already been arrested and seven police teams had been formed to investigate the case. The Superintendent of Police added that footage from all CCTV cameras in the area was being collected and analysed.
Bengal: Mithun Chakraborty appointed advisor to Information & Cultural Affairs Dept
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 7 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Mithun Chakraborty was officially appointed on Wednesday as Advisor to the West Bengal Information & Cultural Affairs Department. The state government issued an official notification on Wednesday announcing the appointment. The notification also clarified that the post carries a status equivalent to that of a state Cabinet Minister. An indication in this regard was given by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari last month while addressing a programme marking the birth centenary of Bengali screen legend Uttam Kumar. An official notification on the matter was issued by the state government on Wednesday evening. The notification stated that the appointment takes immediate effect and will remain in force until further orders. The notification, signed by the state's Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Agrawal, said that Chakraborty was appointed by order of the Governor and with the approval of the competent authorities. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is himself in charge of the Information & Cultural Affairs Department. However, from the notification issued on Wednesday evening, it is not clear what responsibilities Chakraborty will perform as Advisor to the department. Chakraborty, a former Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha member, had severed all ties with Trinamool and also resigned from the Rajya Sabha after several leaders of the party were named in the multi-crore Saradha and Rose Valley chit fund controversies. He later joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and has since played an important role in campaigning for BJP candidates in various elections, especially the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly elections earlier this year.
Bengal: Roadshow for Extended Port Gate System held at Balagarh
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 7 (IANS) The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPA) formerly Kolkata Port Trust together with the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), hosted the Balagarh Road Show for Development of Extended Port Gate System at Balagarh, West Bengal, at The Bengal Club in Kolkata on Wednesday. The Extended Port Gate System is being considered one of eastern Indias most significant port opportunities. Subrata Gupta, advisor to West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari, was the chief guest at the occasion, which was attended by Rathendra Raman, chairman, SMPA. The programme was attended by major trade partners including Adani, JSW Infrastructure, IWAI and leading logistics companies. The deputy chairman and other senior officers of SMPA were also present. Balagarh is a unique example of centre-state coordination, Gupta said. He said that rail, road and waterways connectivity is being provided by the central government, while industrial land is being made available by the state. Environmental clearances have already been obtained, he mentioned, saying that the project will be a big boost for trade and industry in West Bengal. Through a coordinated effort by the central and state governments, Raman, Chairman, said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had recently laid the foundation stone for the IWT Terminal and Road Over Bridge at Balagarh. The project will decongest the Kolkata Dock System (KDS), he said. Being waterways-based, it will be environment-friendly and sustainable, he added. Balagarh is located 85 km upstream of KDS on the River Hooghly. SMPA is using a natural island on the river to create a loading and unloading hub for both incoming and outgoing cargo. It will have jetties for barges and storage facilities. There will also be road and rail connectivity. The idea is to use barges to move cargo arriving at the Netaji Subhas Dock or Kidderpore Dock under KDS to the island. The cargo can then move further north by road or rail. Outgoing cargo, loaded on trucks or trains, can also be unloaded at Balagarh and taken to the facility, from where barges would be used to take it directly to the port. In this way, trucks will no longer have to enter the city limits. As it is, there are restrictions on the movement of trucks to prevent traffic jams during office and school hours. The Balagarh project would allow movement of cargo at all times. It will also provide direct and indirect employment in the region. The cost of the project is Rs 538.20 crore, and it will have a capacity of 2.7 MTPA.
App cab driver's blood-splattered, tied body found inside vehicle in Kolkata
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 7 (IANS) The body of a man, with a blood-stained face and legs tied, was recovered from a parked app cab in Kolkata's Entally area on Wednesday, and police are probing the mysterious death. Police have barricaded the area and launched an investigation into the matter. According to the police, locals became suspicious when they saw an app cab parked for a long time in the area. Despite calling out, there was no response, and the police were informed. Officers from Entally police station arrived and found the door of the app cab locked from the inside. A local mechanic was called, and the door lock was broken to find a body inside the vehicle. Police took the body into their custody and sent it to a hospital for autopsy. The deceased's name was identified as cab driver Bhagwan Prasad Gupta, 45. An investigation was launched, with Lalbazar (Kolkata Police headquarters), Homicide, and Intelligence Department officials reaching the spot. CCTV footage from the area around the crime scene is being examined. Police suspect that he may have been murdered but have not officially announced anything. Efforts are being made to contact the deceased's family, relatives, and close friends. Police are also searching for the last person Gupta was seen with on Tuesday night. According to police sources, they are also investigating whether he had any enmity with anyone and all possible angles are being explored.
Unsafe arecanuts seized in Kolar, legal action initiated
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'Conversation With Abhishek Nayar Helped Me A Lot,' Says Shreyas Iyer After Maiden T20I Ton
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium: India captain Shreyas Iyer credited his long-time mentor and former Indian assistant coach Abhishek Nayar for helping him improve and correct his mistakes and produce a match-winning performance after smashing his maiden T20I century against West Indies in the opening game of the five-match series on Tuesday. Iyer struck an unbeaten 102 off just 43 balls, including 10 fours and six sixes, as India chased down 172 in only 14.4 overs to take a 1-0 lead at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium. The knock came at an important juncture for Iyer, who had been struggling to convert starts into substantial scores and had breached the 50-run mark only twice since taking over as Indias T20I captain in June. Reflecting on his innings in a BCCI video, Iyer revealed that a recent conversation with Nayar, who has shared a long-standing coach-mentor relationship with him through Mumbai domestic cricket, Kolkata Knight Riders and the national team setup, proved valuable. I had a brief interaction with Abhishek Nayar in that period where we were talking about cricket. I think that conversation with him helped me a lot in todays performance, Iyer said in a video released by BCCI. The India skipper said the key to his innings was preparing himself before every delivery and finding his rhythm early. The key that I observed in my batting today was setting myself before the delivery of the ball, and that worked perfectly. So creating that momentum and rhythm was essential at the start of the innings, and it worked out pretty well, he said. Nayar has earlier worked closely with Iyer on technical aspects of his batting as well as during different phases of his comeback in domestic and international cricket. Iyer also spoke about the challenge of returning from Japan and immediately adapting to the demands of international cricket. Im very happy; its a great start. And especially coming after Japan, forming a solid XI here. It was kind of challenging, but I must say that thats what we look for when we are playing at this level. We love challenges, and we want to make sure that we are at the top of our game and leave the excuses aside, he said. Iyers century was the fastest by an Indian against the West Indies in T20Is and made him the third Indian captain to score a century in the format after Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav. With India now leading the series 1-0, Iyer said the teams immediate objective was to maintain the momentum and complete a series victory. I would be extremely happy if we win the series. Obviously we started on a great note, and if we finish with a victory going forward in the next four games, that is what our main goal and target is at the moment, he said. Iyers century was the fastest by an Indian against the West Indies in T20Is and made him the third Indian captain to score a century in the format after Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
