12 fire incidents in Kolkata: NRS Med College & Hosp hostel & Beleghata building affected
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KKRs IPL 2027 Retention Dilemma: Why Cameron Green
As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) begin trade negotiations ahead of the November 17 retention deadline, the three-time IPL champions face a complex strategic puzzle following a 7th-place finish in IPL 2026. With Ajinkya Rahanes retirement already freeing up 1.6 crore, KKRs primary challenge lies in balancing a strong core against high-priced, injury-plagued marquee investments in [] The post KKRs IPL 2027 Retention Dilemma: Why Cameron Green & Matheesha Pathirana Present Bigger Headaches Than Out-of-Form Players appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mamata Banerjee Gets Delhi Police Notice To Record Statement In 2013 Case
A team of Delhi Police is currently in Kolkata to facilitate the process, and Mamata Banerjee's statement will be recorded by the Parliament Street police station, police said.
Rape-Accused Trinamool Congress MLA Arrested At Kolkata Airport
Paresh Ram Das, an accused in a high-profile rape and extortion case, had been evading law enforcement for 17 days and repeatedly failed to respond to summons issued by police
13 years on, Delhi Police serve notice on Mamata Banerjee in 2013 protest case
Man Detained For Firing Shots In Kolkata
A man has been detained in Kolkata's Sarsuna area for allegedly firing two rounds in the air following a dispute over Kali Puja celebrations on Sunday night. Police seized empty cartridges, but the firearm is yet to be recovered. An investigation is underway to determine how the accused procured the weapon and if others were involved.
TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das arrested at Kolkata airport in rape case
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Kashmir Pulmonologist Dr Rafi Ahmed Jan Felicitated at National Chest Conference
SRINAGAR: Senior pulmonologist Dr Rafi Ahmed Jan has been felicitated at the National Conference on Pulmonary Diseases (NAPCON), organised by the Indian Chest Society (ICS) in Kolkata, in recognition of his contribution to respiratory medicine. Dr Jan, who heads the Department of Internal and Pulmonary Medicine at Kashmir Medical College (KMC), was honoured as a []
Bangladeshi national travels to Bengal to return lost smartphone
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) In a rare display of cross-border honesty and law enforcement coordination, a Bangladeshi citizen travelled to West Bengal to return an expensive smartphone that had been stolen in India and smuggled into Bangladesh, police said on Monday. The mobile phone was originally reported missing on June 30 from the premises of Burdwan Medical College and Hospital. The owner, Payel Dhara, a resident of Bankura district, lodged a formal complaint with the Burdwan police station, triggering an investigation. Using technical surveillance and cyber cell tracking, police sleuths traced the device's International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) signal across the international border into Bangladesh. Investigators made a breakthrough when the buyer, identified as Mohammad Ahad Ali, a resident of Rajshahi district in Bangladesh, inserted an Indian SIM card into the handset while visiting India for medical treatment. The cyber cell picked up the active location and established direct contact with him. Upon being informed by the Burdwan police that the handset he had purchased from a local shop in Naogaon district was stolen property, Ahad offered his full cooperation. On Monday, he personally visited the Burdwan police station carrying his passport and visa to hand over the device to law enforcement officials. I did not know that the phone was sold in Bangladesh like this, Ahad stated. I bought it from a shop. The police contacted me. I came to India with my passport and visa and submitted the phone to the police station. Commending the visitor's integrity and assistance, the Burdwan police noted that the operation highlights the efficacy of cross-border technical tracking in criminal investigations. Authorities confirmed that legal formalities are underway to restore the smartphone to its rightful owner.
Delhi Police issues notice to Mamata Banerjee in 13-year-old heckling case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) The Delhi Police on Monday served a notice for interrogation to former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in connection with a 2013 criminal case registered at the Parliament Street Police Station in the national capital. Investigators seek to question the former Chief Minister as a witness in the case, which pertains to a violent protest demonstration staged in front of Banga Bhavan in New Delhi, where government officials were allegedly assaulted. A team from the Delhi Police, accompanied by personnel from the local Kalighat Police Station, arrived at Banerjee's official residence at 30B Harish Chatterjee Street in South Kolkata on Monday to deliver the notice. The document, delivered in a white envelope, was received by Subhasish Chakraborty on her behalf. Sources aware of the development confirmed that the notice asks Banerjee to travel to New Delhi at her convenience to meet investigating officers as a witness under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). The case dates back to April 2013, when activists belonging to the Students' Federation of India (SFI) - the student wing of the CPI(M)-staged a protest outside New Delhi's Banga Bhavan following the death of SFI activist Sudipta Gupta in Kolkata earlier that year. During the demonstration, the then West Bengal Finance Minister, Amit Mitra, was reportedly heckled and physically assaulted by protesters. The agitation was led by the then SFI General Secretary Ritabrata Banerjee, who currently serves as the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly. Following the incident, a formal complaint was registered at the Parliament Street Police Station on April 9, 2013. Thirteen years after the event, the Delhi Police issued the summons to Mamata Banerjee, noting that she was present in the national capital alongside Mitra when the assault occurred.
Separately, one BJP MLA claimed that bursting crackers wards off diseases, while a minister suggested spraying a mixture of rose water and water to control air pollution.
B.Ed colleges approach Calcutta HC over Bengal govts admission freeze
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) Around 57 Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) colleges in West Bengal have moved the Calcutta High Court, challenging the state governments decision to halt their admission process for failing to meet prescribed eligibility criteria. An official confirmed on Monday that the petition is likely to be taken up for hearing on Tuesday. The petitioner colleges claimed that the authorities issued no explicit notice outlining the specific reasons behind stopping their admissions. The legal challenge follows the recent publication of an official list identifying institutions ineligible for affiliation renewal for the 2026-27 academic year. State authorities stated that 205 listed colleges failed to meet requisite infrastructure and administrative standards, barring them from admitting new students for the 2026-28 session. The government noted, however, that institutions resolving their infrastructure and faculty shortages could re-apply to prove eligibility for the 202729 academic cycle. The move comes amid a broader regulatory crackdown. State Higher Education Minister Jagannath Chattopadhyay previously affirmed that the commercialisation of education would not be permitted and that academic quality must be strictly maintained. Consequently, the Higher Education Department and the Technical Education Department conducted joint inspection drives across B.Ed, ITI, Polytechnic, and Pharmacy colleges. In the initial phase of the drive, 156 B.Ed colleges were cleared for admissions, while 415 colleges failing to satisfy the criteria were issued 21-day show-cause notices to rectify deficiencies. Nine institutions failed to respond to the notices. Following a second round of inspections, 237 B.Ed colleges received approval to admit students for 202627, while the remaining 205 non-compliant institutions were barred from enrolling fresh batches.
Indian students win five medals at Junior Astronomy Olympiad
Kolkata: Indian students have won two gold, two silver and one bronze medal at the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors (IOAA-Jr) 2026, held in Thailand earlier this month, the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) said on Monday. The five-member Indian contingent competed against participants from 25 countries at the international 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 .
Delhi Police visits residence of Mamata Banerjee to serve notice in 2013 case: Kolkata Police
A team of Delhi Police personnel visited the residence of Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to serve a notice, Kolkata Police said. According to Kolkata Police, the notice was served under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) in connection with a case dated April 9, 2013, registered at the Parliament Street Police Station in New Delhi. The case was registered under Indian Penal Code (IPC) Sections 186 (obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions), 353 (assault or criminal force to deter a public servant from discharge of duty), 332 (voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from duty), 147 (rioting), 149 (unlawful assembly), and 34 (acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention). According to the police, the notice has been served to her as a witness in the case.(ANI)
Delhi's Post-Diwali AQI At 386; How Do Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata Compare?
Firecracker emissions added to Delhi's existing pollution burden, with several monitoring stations recording severe air quality levels after Diwali.
Delhi Police serves notice at Mamata Banerjee's residence in connection with 2013 case
Delhi Police officials visited Mamata Banerjee's residence to serve a notice related to a 2013 case. This case involved allegations including rioting, unlawful assembly, and obstruction of public servants. The notice was issued under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. It pertains to various sections of the Indian Penal Code associated with the mentioned offenses. Kolkata Police confirmed the visit and the details surrounding the notice served.
BJP MLA Papiya Adhikari Claims Firecrackers Can Cure Several Diseases
According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Kolkata's average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 301, placing it in the 'very poor' category.
This Kolkata Stall Serves 17 Types Of Puchka. How Many Would You Try?
The content creator tried around 10 varieties and revealed the Pakodi puchka is a must-try.
TMC Kolkata Fellow Recruitment 2026
Tata Medical Center (TMC Kolkata) has released the official notification for the post of Fellow. The last date to send the application by email is 26 November 2026. Further details are available at tmckolkata.com.
Crackers cure diseases: BJP MLA Papia Adhikary retracts claim
Kolkata: Facing backlash for crediting firecrackers with curing some diseases, BJPs MLA from Tollygunge in West Bengal, Papia Adhikary, on Monday, November 9, sought to take her statement back. Speaking to ANI, she said, There is an old saying from our ancestors regarding these traditions. In essence, this is a festival of lightsa festival of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Digital Desk | Guwahati/Agartala, Nov 9 (IANS) After Assam, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has begun introducing electric train services on a full-fledged basis in Tripura following the successful completion of several trial runs of electric locomotives in the state, officials said on Monday. On July 4, the NFR introduced the first-ever Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) train service in the Northeast region, connecting Tripura with southern Assam. Train number 20502 Anand Vihar--Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express ran successfully on electric traction from end to end last week, an NFR official told IANS. He said that, in a phased manner, long-distance express trains hauled by electric locomotives would now be operated in Tripura, making it the second state in the Northeastern region after Assam to have such services. Equipped with modern passenger amenities, the MEMU train has a carrying capacity of 3,600 passengers and connects Agartala with Karimganj in neighbouring Assam. The NFR official said that the train, which was earlier operating as a Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU), has now been successfully upgraded to a Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU), marking a significant technological advancement following the electrification of the railway route. Unlike DEMU trains, MEMU services operate on electric traction, making them more environmentally friendly, energy-efficient and economical to operate. According to NFR officials, the environment-friendly MEMU train is equipped with several modern passenger amenities, including LED lighting, 12 stainless steel coaches, bio-toilets, a GPS-based passenger information system displaying details of the next station and platform, a public address system, CCTV surveillance, and several other advanced facilities. Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath told IANS that the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (TSECL) has completed 100 per cent electrification of the state's 271-km railway network. He recalled that the first train reached Dharmanagar in northern Tripura in 1964, while it took another 44 years for railway connectivity to reach the state capital, Agartala, in 2008. Rail connectivity was further extended to Sabroom in southern Tripura in 2019, marking another significant milestone in the expansion of the state's railway network. Nath said that after Narendra Modi assumed office as Prime Minister in 2014, the broad-gauge conversion project in Tripura was completed, replacing the earlier metre-gauge railway line. He also noted that the international railway link connecting Agartala with Akhaura in Bangladesh was completed in 2023. The present state and Central governments are committed to ensuring development and accelerating the state's progress, Nath had said. The broad-gauge railway network from Churaibari, along the Tripura-Assam border, to Sabroom, near the India-Bangladesh border, now spans 271 km. All related development and expansion works were completed within seven years, the minister said. Under the Centres Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, redevelopment work is currently underway at four railway stations in Tripura -- Agartala, Udaipur, Kumarghat, and Dharmanagar. Tripura is currently connected to several major cities in the country, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Firozpur, and Patna, through various long-distance express train services. Meanwhile, the Lumding-Badarpur mountainous section in Assam is the only rail link connecting Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and southern Assam with the rest of the country, making it one of the most vital and strategically important railway corridors in the Northeast. (Sujit Chakraborty can be contacted at sujitchakrabortyne@gmail.com)
TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das arrested from Kolkata airport over rape, extortion cases
Paresh Ram Das, a Trinamool Congress MLA, was arrested at the Kolkata airport on Monday. He is accused of multiple serious crimes, including rape, extortion, and involvement in post-poll violence. Das was apprehended by a special team from Baruipur Police while he was attempting to board a flight to Mumbai. This arrest follows a period during which he had been evading law enforcement authorities.
Suryakumar Yadav Appointed As Mumbai Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has been named as Mumbais captain for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced on Monday. The MCA said Suryakumar will be bringing his vast international experience, leadership and explosive batting prowess to the team. Suryakumar was not considered for the first phase of Mumbais Ranji Trophy campaign, but his standing in white-ball cricket, including leading India to retain their Mens T20 World Cup title earlier this year, made him a strong contender to lead the side once again. The squad features a blend of experienced international and domestic players along with promising young talent, reflecting Mumbai's continued commitment to excellence and nurturing the next generation of cricketers, added the MCA. Suryakumar has been playing for MIG Cricket Club in the MCA Presidents Cup. It is always a matter of immense pride to represent Mumbai. I am honoured to lead this talented group in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Mumbai has a rich cricketing legacy and a winning culture, and we will look to uphold those traditions. We have a good mix of experienced players and exciting young talent, and I am confident that the team will come together, play with intensity and give its best in every match. Our aim is to go all the way and bring the trophy home, Suryakumar said in a statement by the MCA. Suryakumar takes over at a time when Mumbai are without several key players. All-rounders Tanush Kotian and Suryansh Shedge will miss the tournament after being named in the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup, to be played in Doha from November 19-29. Shreyas Iyer is currently on national duty for Indias ODI series against New Zealand, while Ranji Trophy captain Siddhesh Lad is sitting out of the competition. Placed in Elite Group D, Mumbai will play all their league matches in Kolkata. Their first game is against Hyderabad on November 14 before taking on Gujarat on November 16 and Goa on November 18. Mumbai will then meet Vidarbha on November 20, before facing Chhattisgarh on November 22 and taking on Odisha on November 24. Their league stage campaign ends against Uttarakhand on November 26. Shreyas Iyer is currently on national duty for Indias ODI series against New Zealand, while Ranji Trophy captain Siddhesh Lad is sitting out of the competition. Placed in Elite Group D, Mumbai will play all their league matches in Kolkata. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das Arrested In Kolkata
Trinamool Congress MLA Paresh Ram Das was arrested from Kolkata airport on Monday in connection with multiple cases including rape, extortion, and post-poll violence. He had been absconding and was apprehended by Baruipur Police while attempting to board a flight to Mumbai. He will be produced in court on Tuesday.
Diljit Dosanjh Adds Chandigarh And Kolkata Tour Dates: Check Show Dates, Ticket Sale Timings
The singer-actor, who recently announced the India leg of his tour, will now perform across seven cities in the country.
Video: How Kolkata's Famous Jaggery Rasgullas Are Made In An Automatic Machine
The video gave a step-by-step look at how the sweet is made using an automated production process in a factory.
Bengal: Mother refuses to attend last rites of son killed in Raiganj encounter
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) The mother of Dilip Roy, the prime accused in the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in West Bengal's North Dinajpur district, who was shot dead in a police encounter in Raiganj, on Monday stated that she would not attend her son's final rites. Speaking to media persons, Chania Roy expressed deep shame over her son's actions, stating, It is better not to have such a sinful son; I will not even go to the crematorium. She added, He has done such a thing; he is no longer in a position to show his face in the village. He is gone. It is good. That's what I want. Describing him as her only son, Chania Roy said he had left home at a very young age and maintained little contact with his family, offering no support to his ageing father. She noted that the grief of losing a child was completely overshadowed by the heinous nature of the crime. Residents revealed that allegations against Dilip were not unprecedented. Sixteen years ago, he was accused of physically abusing the six-year-old daughter of a relative, which caused widespread outrage in the village. At that time, neighbours attacked his home and assaulted him, following which Dilip sold one katha of his mother's land to pay compensation to the victim's family. A resident remarked that such severe crimes cannot be forgiven and that justice had been served. Dilip Roy was killed during the intervening night of Sunday and Monday after police launched a raid near Gauri Gram Panchayat around 3 a.m., following a tip-off that he was attempting to flee across the nearby Bihar border. According to law enforcement officials, officers moved to arrest Roy after tracking his whereabouts, but the accused opened fire on the raiding team. Police retaliated in self-defence, inflicting fatal injuries. Roy was transported to Raiganj Medical College & Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, with an autopsy scheduled for later in the day. The encounter follows the recovery of the victim's semi-decomposed body on November 6 from the nearby Kulik forest, two days after the 12-year-old went missing on November 3 after leaving her home on a bicycle. This incident marks the fourth fatal police encounter in West Bengal since July this year, three of which involve cases related to the rape and murder of minors.
IISER Kolkata Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
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Bengal CM defends Raiganj encounter, warns rapists and criminals of similar action
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday defended the police encounter in which a rape and murder accused, Dilip Roy, was killed in Raiganj. The Chief Minister asserted that law enforcement agencies have been given a free hand to deal with those involved in heinous crimes against women. Dilip Roy was accused of raping and killing a 12-year-old girl on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday at Raiganj in North Dinajpur district of West Bengal. CM Adhikari also cautioned that in the future too, criminals involved in such heinous crimes against women will meet a similar fate. The cops are provided with firearms not just to keep them as a showpiece or to keep them in their pockets. Drug mafias, rapists, and infiltrators have no place in this state, the Chief Minister said while interacting with the media persons on Monday afternoon at the sidelines of a programme at Digha in his native district of East Midnapore. He also indirectly attacked those who are raising their voices against such encounters. Some people are continuing with such activities. Among them are 'Dimagi Naxals', Jamaatis' and Communists'. There are cockroaches and bedbugs. Our nationalists have to be careful about them. The police have been given free hand to tackle rapists & murderers, drug smugglers and infiltrators. We are maintaining a zero-tolerance approach in such cases, the Chief Minister said. Meanwhile, the North Dinajpur District Police claimed that the accused killed in the encounter have a history of crime against women. Earlier, he was accused twice of sexual offenses. However, he managed to escape arrest and punishment on both occasions for some reasons, said a district police officer. According to him, three years back, Roy was accused of sexual harassment at Kamtabari-2 Gram Panchayat area in the North Dinajpur district. A couple of years ago, there were similar allegations against him in the Sialmani area in the same district. On both these occasions, the matter was settled at a local Kangaroo Court, and the complaint did not reach the police level, the district police officer said. This is the fourth encounter killing in West Bengal since July this year, three of which are related to minors' rape & murder cases. First, in July, Prabhas Mondal, accused of raping and murdering a six-year-old girl in Baruipur in South 24 Parganas, was shot dead by the police in an encounter. The police claimed that he was taken to the crime scene to reconstruct the crime. From there, he snatched the police gun and opened fire. The police resorted to counter-firing in self-defence, killing the accused. After that, in October, Prahlad Das, accused in the rape & murder of a 17-year-old girl at Gaighata in South 24 Parganas district, was killed in a similar encounter following retaliatory firing by the police. In this case too, it was alleged that the accused tried to escape while reenacting the incident. On the same day, Samiul Sheikh, who was arrested for murdering a BJP worker in Samserganj in Murshidabad district, was killed in an encounter. The Raiganj incident is the fourth on the list of encounters since July.
'I can't take it anymore': Govt doctor found dead in Kolkata hostel; kin alleges murder
Kolkata Techie Hacked To Death, Live-In Partner, Her Mother Arrested
Police are investigating whether the attack stemmed solely from the altercation or whether other reasons were involved.
Doctor Found Dead In Kolkata Hostel, Family Cries Murder
A young doctor, Abhijit Sarkar, was found dead in his hostel room in Kolkata, with police reporting he had posted a cryptic WhatsApp status. His family has rejected suicide, filing a police complaint alleging murder and citing his recent social media posts about feeling unsafe. An investigation is underway, examining his phone and awaiting the post-mortem report.
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How a heated argument turned fatal for Kolkata techie; partner, her mom arrested
In August of 1981, a Cessna aircraft disappeared in Australia's Barrington Tops, carrying five men. Despite numerous searches and thorough investigations, both the plane and its passengers were never discovered. Reports indicated that severe turbulence and ice accumulation likely played a role in the incident. The mystery remains captivating for amateur sleuths and volunteers, while the families of the missing continue their quest for answers about their loved ones' fate.
Kali Puja Crackdown: Kolkata Police Arrest 592, Seize Firecrackers
Kolkata police arrested 592 people and seized 238.6 kg of banned firecrackers on Kali Puja night. Arrests were made for bursting banned crackers, disorderly conduct, and various traffic violations, including helmet offences, rash driving, and drunken driving.
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MCX December gold futures settled at Rs 1,42,552 during Muhurat trading on Diwali, gaining 0.27%. However, international gold prices slipped on Monday morning amid pressure on bullion markets.
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Srinagar's iconic clock tower area illuminated as tourists, locals celebrate Diwali
Srinagar, Nov 8: Thousands of lamps illuminated the iconic clock tower at Srinagar's Lal Chowk as tourists and locals celebrated Diwali here on Sunday. Dozens of tourists assembled at the clock tower, popularly known as Ghanta Ghar, in the evening and lit earthen lamps, turning the area around the city's iconic tourist spot luminous. Local Hindus and Muslims joined the celebrations by lighting firecrackers. Ankush Chatterjee, a tourist from Kolkata, said, We are delighted to celebrate this year's Diwali in Kashmir. The atmosphere here is radiant. Over the last few years, Diwali is being celebrated at Ghanta Ghar as tourists and locals assemble here for the festival. Elsewhere in the Valley, security forces celebrated Diwali by lighting lamps in their camps and distributing sweets.
Suvendu celebrates Diwali with forces along India-Bangladesh border, names new award
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 8 (IANS) Huge quantities of marijuana and other narcotics substances were recovered by the West Bengal Police from two locations in two districts on Sunday, officials said. The first seizure took place early this morning at Chandipur village under Jhargram Police Station in Jhargram district, where the police seized three sacks full of marijuana. Being tipped off by their sources, the cops of Jhargram Police Station conducted a raid and search operation at the residence of a person named Biswajit Shil of Chandipur village. Initially, nothing was found in the house. However, during the detailed search, the police became suspicious after seeing the floor of the house, which was quite uneven after they started digging the soil. After removing the soil, three sacks were arranged in rows. After removing the soil, the police took out the sacks. When the sacks were opened, they saw huge quantities of marijuana packed there. An officer of the Jhargram Police station confirmed that a total of 43 kg and 222 gm of marijuana were recovered from the three sacks. Jhargram Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Rishabhraj Dev said that Biswajit has been arrested and has been booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. In a separate development, the state police arrested one person at Lalgola in Murshidabad district on Sunday with 324 gm of heroin in his possession. The estimated price of the narcotics seized from his possession is around Rs 37 lakh. The person arrested in this connection had been identified as Muhammad Mahfuz Alam. The police have also seized his mobile phone and motorcycle. He is currently being questioned, and the investigating officers are trying to squeeze information from him about his aides in the racket. He had also been booked under the NDPS Act, 1985. On Saturday, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari issued a social media message complementing the roles of West Bengal Police and Kolkata Police of busting organised narcotics rackets in different parts of the state. In his social media message, the Chief Minister claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government maintained a zero-tolerance policy against illicit narcotics. During a statewide Special Drive conducted from October 31 to November 7, our law enforcement forces achieved decisive results, making 378 arrests across 212 NDPS cases and seizing illicit narcotics valued at Rs 64 crore (along with Rs 17 lakh in cash) and disposed of seized drugs worth Rs 101 crore, CM Adhikari said. During the same period, the Chief Minister claimed that the police destroyed illicit marijuana cultivation to the tune of 10,000 kg and attached Rs 1 crore in property and launched 68 financial probes against 110 accused. I commend our police personnel for their relentless commitment to keeping West Bengal safe and drug-free in line with the #NashaMuktBharat Abhiyan, he added.
A Delight To Watch All These Years - Raman Lauds Shami After Pacer Quits Test Cricket
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Former India opener WV Raman, who oversaw Mohammed Shamis early days in domestic cricket as Bengals head coach, paid a warm tribute to the fast bowler following him retiring from Test cricket. Shami, known for extracting seam movement and swing with both the new and the old ball, announced his decision to quit the longest format on Friday night. Shami bows out with 229 wickets from 64 Test matches, including picking six five-wicket hauls. That tally makes him the sixth-most successful Indian fast bowler in the history of the format. Mohd Shami has been a delight to watch all these years during which time he made an indelible impact in the toughest format of the game arguably -- Test cricket! Well done Shami.. Have fun till you have had enough of this game.. wrote Raman on his X account on Sunday. The bond between Shami and Raman goes back to 2010, when the former was in charge of Bengal senior mens team. It was under his watch that Shami made his Ranji Trophy debut, against Assam on November 17 in that year, and went on to establish himself as the sides leading bowler before getting into the Indian team in 2013. Hailing from Sahaspur Alinagar village in Uttar Pradeshs Amroha district, Shami got into playing club cricket in Kolkata in order to pursue better playing opportunities. From there, he came into the Bengal team and then made his mark for the Indian Test team. Shamis contribution on overseas tours was particularly significant - claiming 145 wickets in 41 away games at an average of 30.33. At home, where pitches rarely favoured quick bowlers, Shami was even more potent, picking up 76 wickets at a stunning average of 22.1. Shamis last appearance in whites for India came in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. While his Test journey is over, Shami will continue to play white-ball cricket. He has been named in Bengals 19-member squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which gets underway on November 14. Shamis contribution on overseas tours was particularly significant - claiming 145 wickets in 41 away games at an average of 30.33. At home, where pitches rarely favoured quick bowlers, Shami was even more potent, picking up 76 wickets at a stunning average of 22.1. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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ormer West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visits a Kali Puja pandal near her residence in Kalighat, Kolkata, and offers prayers during the festive celebrations.
Red hibiscus prices skyrocket in Kolkata on Kali Puja day
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 8 (IANS) The price of red hibiscus, an essential item for Kali Puja rituals, shot up more than fivefold in Kolkata's retail markets on Sunday, as the auspicious occasion coincides with Diwali. A garland of 108 red hibiscus flowers is selling between Rs 150 and Rs 200 in retail markets, depending on the locality, up from around Rs 25 to Rs 30 just a week ago. The price of a garland of 1,008 pieces of red hibiscus, which is mainly sold on the occasion of Kali Puja or during special occasions, this year is really pinching the pockets this year, with the price of the item having almost doubled from what it was in the previous year. On Sunday, a garland of 1,008 pieces of red hibiscus was selling at between Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,200, against a maximum price of Rs 700 to Rs 800 last year. According to flower-market retailers, red hibiscus is in demand almost throughout the entire year. However, before Kali Puja, the demand increases several times. Although the flowers are sold at a relatively low price throughout the year, during the Kali Puja festival, their demand and price rise for several reasons. The increase in the price of red hibiscus starts from the point of farmers, who sell their products at premium prices, the cascading effect of which is automatically felt first in the wholesale markets and then in the retail markets, a flower retailer from Gariahat market in South Kolkata said. In most retail markets in the city, the sellers have stopped selling individual pieces of red hibiscus on Sunday. A local flower retailer from Kasba Market, also in South Kolkata, said that selling individual pieces of red hibiscus will be at a loss compared to selling it in garlands, since the price of the latter is a combination of the price of the flowers and the charge for weaving the garland. Besides red hibiscus, the price of lotus is selling at more than double the normal price on Sunday. The price of lotus, which was selling between Rs 10 and Rs 15 a week back, is selling between Rs 30 and Rs 35 on Sunday. While saffron marigold was selling between Rs 180 and Rs 200 a kg, the same for yellow marigold was between Rs 210 and Rs 220 a kg on Sunday.
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