Bengal Assembly passes Bill enabling inter-university transfer of teachers, staff
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 10 (IANS) The West Bengal Universities & Colleges Administration & Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, aimed at implementing the state's One State, One Education policy through inter-university transfer of teaching and non-teaching staff, was passed by voice vote in a special one-day session of the West Bengal Assembly on Thursday. The Bill, which was cleared by the state Cabinet on September 8, introduces a new provision in Section 14A of the 2017 Act, allowing the transfer of teaching and non-teaching personnel between universities across the state. It was tabled in the House by Higher Education Minister Jagannath Chattopadhya, a journalist-turned-politician. Participating in the debate, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the measure would particularly benefit newly established universities by enabling them to draw on the experience and expertise of faculty members from older institutions in Kolkata and other districts. Their experience will be crucial in strengthening academic infrastructure, upgrading curricula and improving teaching standards. The objective is to transform these new universities into centres of excellence, the Chief Minister said. He also criticised Left-leaning sections of the academic community, particularly members of the Jadavpur University Teachers' Association (JUTA), saying the state government intended to utilise their expertise in developing universities located in backward and marginalised regions. The government has records of their activities. If they possess so much knowledge and intellectual capability, they should help strengthen the newly established universities and improve educational standards there, CM Adhikari said. The Chief Minister further warned that teachers unwilling to comply with government guidelines and service rules were free to resign and pursue political activities full-time. Those who would be having problems in abiding by the service rules are welcome to quit. Let them quit their jobs and become full-timers of the political party they are affiliated to, the Chief Minister said.
India Bowling Coach Morkels Arrival Delayed By Visa Issues, Physio Jain Likely On His Way Out
Arun Jaitley Stadium: The arrival of India's bowling coach Morne Morkel in New Delhi has been delayed due to visa issues, though hes expected to link up with the team very soon ahead of their T20Is against Afghanistan, sources told IANS. South Africa-based Morkel's absence during a preparatory session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday did raise eyebrows, but sources said it was only due to visa-related issues. Morne had visa issues, but he should be here soon once it's solved, sources told this news agency. Meanwhile, it is understood that physiotherapist Kamlesh Jain is on his way out of the national setup, having remained absent from the squad's training session in the national capital. About Kamlesh, it's yet to be known when he will be here, further said the sources. Another source familiar with chatter around Chennai-based Jains future with the Indian team said, He will leave the team shortly. Before joining the Indian team in June 2022, Jain previously served as the head physiotherapist after starting in an assistant role for three-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) from 2012 to 2022. He also worked with Bengal senior mens domestic team from September 2011 to March 2017. Sources have also indicated that he could potentially return to working for an IPL franchise, including a possible reunion with KKR. With Jain set to vacate his position, the BCCI is expected to begin the process of finding his replacement shortly. The expected exit of Jain comes after fielding coach T Dilip and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate ended their respective stints with the national side after the tour of England. Since then, ten Doeschate moved back to Knight Riders Sports as Head of Cricket Strategy, where hes in charge of player recruitment and squad planning, as well as serving in assistant coaching roles in the CPL, ILT20, and MLC. He also worked with Bengal senior mens domestic team from September 2011 to March 2017. Sources have also indicated that he could potentially return to working for an IPL franchise, including a possible reunion with KKR. With Jain set to vacate his position, the BCCI is expected to begin the process of finding his replacement shortly. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The first T20I is slated to happen as per the original schedule on Sunday, after the DDCA stated via X on Thursday that there was no change in the date. The clarification came after reports suggested that the opening game could be rescheduled owing to security arrangements for the high-profile BRICS summit in the national capital. Article Source: IANS
CBI Raids Eastern Coalfields Employees Home Over Bribery Allegations
The CBI conducted raids at the home and office of an Eastern Coalfields employee in Kolkata over bribery allegations. CBI Raids Eastern Coalfields Employees Home Over Bribery Allegations
BSF, cops raid house belonging to transgender community member in north Bengal's Jalpaiguri
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 10 (IANS) Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and police officers conducted raids in a section of the Jalpaiguri municipality area where members of the transgender community reside in north Bengal's Jalpaiguri district on Thursday. According to the police, about 30 to 50 transgenders have been living in Uttara Rayakatpara area of Ward No. 2 in Jalpaiguri Town for the past seven to eight years. On Thursday morning, BSF personnel and police officers suddenly came with a large force and surrounded their houses. Some personnel were deployed on the roofs of three houses belonging to the community and one of the houses was searched. According to the allegations, members of the transgender community have built a few properties there in a matter of few years. The police and BSF are investigating whether there are Bangladeshi citizens in this house and whether there were illegal firearms. The area around the house was also searched. It is known that many people have been coming and going to this house for a long time. Recently, the community had organised a big event centering around Manasa Puja. All in all, their activities seem suspicious, according to the police. Inspector-in-Charge of Jalpaiguri's Kotwali Police Station, Mouman Chakraborty said, The BSF has come to the house on the basis of information received through sources. We have also been called. The BSF is conducting a search after receiving information about illegal activity in their house. Meanwhile, Jalpaiguri Additional Superintendent of Police, Shrinivas MP, said that the search was going on and everything would be revealed later. Regarding the search since Thursday morning, a transgender community member said, Police and BSF personnel have come since morning. The search is still going on. They have not told us why they have come. They have taken our fingerprints. They are taking count here and they are asking how many of us are here. We do not have any Bangladeshis here. We all have papers. There is no incident of getting firearms. The incident has created a lot of excitement in the area as there is no previous instance of this transgender community coming under the scanner of the police.
CBI raids Eastern Coalfields employees house, office in Bengal; son detained, documents seized
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 10 (IANS) The son of an Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) employee was detained, and several documents were seized during raids conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at his residence and office in West Bengal following complaints of bribery and irregularities against him, agency officials said on Thursday. The CBI sleuths conducted simultaneous searches at the residence and office of the ECL employee, Sankarman Harijan, in Pandabeswar, West Burdwan district, late on Wednesday night. Harijan is an employee of South Shyamala Colliery, which falls under the Pandabeswar police station limits. He was reportedly not present when the CBI team reached his residence. His son, Pankaj Harijan, was detained for questioning during the operation. The CBI recovered several documents from the employees residence and the local ECL office as part of its investigation into alleged bribery and irregularities involving workers at the colliery. According to sources, the case relates to a complaint by a colliery worker who had sought light duty because of a physical illness. Harijan allegedly demanded money from the worker, claiming that he could arrange the change in duty in exchange for a bribe. Following the complaint, the central agency initiated a probe to verify the allegations and collect evidence. The CBI subsequently carried out simultaneous searches at Harijans residence and his office at South Shyamala Colliery. The searches continued for several hours as investigators examined documents and other material available at both locations. However, Harijan was not found during the operation. His son was taken into custody for questioning as investigators sought to gather information about the alleged transactions and the employees activities. A local resident said the CBI team conducted a detailed search of the house and examined various documents. The resident added that since Harijan was absent, his son was taken away by the investigators for questioning. The CBI is now examining the documents seized during the raids to determine whether Harijan was allegedly involved in other instances of accepting bribes in exchange for arranging work-related benefits for employees. Investigators are also looking into whether other ECL officials or employees were involved in the alleged arrangement. The agency is questioning Pankaj Harijan and analysing the recovered documents as part of its ongoing investigation.
Indian Museum Kolkata Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Driver, Hindi Translator and More Posts
Indian Museum Kolkata has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 5 vacancies across various posts. The recruitment drive includes Library and Information Officer, Head Modeller, Hindi Translator, Modeller, Driver-cum-Mechanic, and other positions. Eligible candidates can apply through email on or before 23-10-2026. Candidates should review the detailed notification before submitting their applications.
Bengal assembly passes Bill enabling inter-university transfer of teaching, non-teaching staffers
The West Bengal Assembly approved a bill allowing staff transfers between state universities. This new legislation empowers the government to move teaching and non-teaching employees as needed. Experienced professors will be sent to newly established institutions to guide their development. The bill aims to balance university autonomy with government accountability.
The Kolkata High Court has allowed Mamata Banerjees meeting in Shrirampur but denied permission for a rally due to traffic concerns. Kolkata High Court Grants Conditional Approval for Mamata Banerjees Meeting in Shrirampur, Denies Rally Permission
West Bengal CM defends 'godman who sought to avoid meat during Durga Puja
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari directs Kolkata Police Commissioner to arrest those who burnt photographs of the religious preacher outside Bhawanipore police station
Vinicius Jr, Raphinha lead Brazil's squad for historic clash against India
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior, Barcelona winger Raphinha and Paris Saint-Germain veteran Marquinhos headline Brazil's 26-member squad for their historic first-ever meeting with India on October 3. The Selecao will face India at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata at 7.30 pm local time, in what will be a landmark fixture for Indian football. The match is scheduled after Brazil's two-game Australia tour, with Carlo Ancelotti's side facing the hosts in Townsville on September 25 and Brisbane on September 29. Ancelotti named his first squad since the 2026 World Cup at the headquarters of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday before addressing the media. Vinicius, Raphinha and Marquinhos form the experienced core of the squad, with Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes and Bruno Guimaraes also retaining their places. The much-anticipated game promises to be a grand spectacle for football-crazy Kolkata, with Brazil bringing three 2026 Ballon d'Or nominees in
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Finn Allen Joins Melbourne Stars For BBL 16
Big Bash League: Melbourne Stars have signed New Zealand power-hitter Finn Allen ahead of the 2026-27 Big Bash League season, with the 27-year-old set to add further firepower to an already strong batting line-up that includes Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis. The 2026-27 Big Bash League season will begin on December 12, with Melbourne Renegades facing Perth Scorchers in the opening match. Allen was the top run-scorer in BBL 15, accumulating 466 runs with an average of 42.36 for the Perth Scorchers. He is set to move to Melbourne to join a formidable batting lineup. The Stars are a powerhouse team in this competition, so its going to be a lot of fun playing for them. Theyve already got a huge fanbase, and theyre only getting bigger, and I cant wait to be a part of that. I think all cricketers love playing at the MCG, so to be able to call that my home ground now is really exciting, Allen said on joining Melbourne Stars. Allen has enjoyed a prolific 2026, with several memorable innings across T20 cricket. He scored 101 off 53 balls for the Scorchers in the BBL earlier this year and later achieved the fastest century in World Cup history, reaching 100 off just 33 balls in New Zealands semi-final victory over South Africa. The explosive opener then continued his run of form in the Indian Premier League, scoring an unbeaten 100 off 47 balls for Kolkata Knight Riders. Allen, who has played 62 T20 internationals for New Zealand, most recently featured in Major League Cricket for San Francisco Unicorns, where he was coached by the new Melbourne Stars head coach, Cameron White. The New Zealand opener has a flexible, casual contract with New Zealand Cricket, enabling him to participate in international T20 franchise leagues while still being eligible for national team selection. Under the Big Bash Leagues updated player signing regulations, Melbourne Stars are permitted to directly select up to three international players, as the Overseas Player Draft is not scheduled for this year. The New Zealand opener has a flexible, casual contract with New Zealand Cricket, enabling him to participate in international T20 franchise leagues while still being eligible for national team selection. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Melbourne Stars contracted players: Finn Allen, Austin Anlezark, Hilton Cartwright, Sam Harper, Liam Hatcher, Campbell Kellaway, Glenn Maxwell, Todd Murphy, Tom Rogers, Peter Siddle, Marcus Stoinis and Mitch Swepson. Article Source: IANS
Indian women's rugby sevens team begins Asian Games prep at national camp
The Indian senior women's rugby sevens team has begun its preparation for the upcoming Asian Games here with coach Terence Joseph saying the focus of the national camp will be on execution and consistency. The camp is being held at the Sports Authority of India's Netaji Subhas Eastern Centre in Kolkata, which has been the home base for the Indian rugby team ahead of major international competitions. The Indian eves will compete in the women's rugby sevens tournament at the Paloma Mizuho Rugby Stadium in Nagoya from October 1 to 3. India has been drawn in Pool B alongside defending champions China, Hong Kong China and Malaysia. The Asian Games is a big tournament for us. We are looking at details and consistency from the team. A lot depends on how we execute our plans in Japan, Joseph said during a press conference in SAI Kolkata. SAI Kolkata has been the home for the Indian rugby team. We have been conducting camps here for the past three years. Captain Shikha Yadav echoed her
Calcutta HC gives conditional approval to Mamata Banerjees Friday meeting in Sreerampore
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 10 (IANS) A single-judge bench of the Calcutta High Court on Thursday gave conditional approval for a political programme of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at Sreerampore in Hooghly district on Friday. The Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress faction has planned a political programme at Sreerampore on Friday, where the main speaker will be the former CM. The faction also wanted to first organise a public meeting at Sreerampore, to be followed by a rally. But, as the police denied permission for the programme, the Trinamool Congress faction approached the Calcutta High Court seeking nod for the same. The matter came up for hearing before the Calcutta High Courts single-judge bench of Justice Saugata Bhattacharya on Thursday, and at the end of the hearing, Justice Bhattacharya gave conditional approval for conducting the rally at Sreerampore. However, despite allowing the Mamata Banerjee-led faction to conduct the public meeting there, Justice Bhattacharyas bench did not give permission for the rally. The court accepted the argument of the police that, if the rally proposed from Mahesh to Sreerampore Court was permitted, it would create heavy traffic congestion on the busy Grand Trunk Road. Justice Bhattacharya has also imposed some restrictions on the public meeting at Sreerampore to be addressed by Mamata Banerjee. The court has fixed the time limit for the meeting from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. At the same time, the court has specified that not more than 2,000 people would assemble at the meeting venue. Justice Bhattacharya also made it clear that no provocative remarks that could hurt anyone's religious sentiments would be made at the meeting. He directed the state administration to deploy adequate police forces to ensure no untoward incident takes place during the programme. A list of the volunteers' names, along with their phone numbers, will have to be submitted to the police by 8 p.m. on Thursday, Justice Bhattacharya ruled. Since the Assembly election, which marked a landslide defeat for Trinamool Congress, Mamata Banerjee restricted her outdoor political activities to the state capital of Kolkata. Sreerampore will be her first outdoor meeting in the district after the elections.
More rain likely in south Bengal, says weather department
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 10 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre in Kolkata on Thursday said there was a possibility of a new low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to bring light to moderate rain in south Bengal districts in the next three days. According to a Met Department official, heavy rain may occur in some western districts and coastal areas of South 24 Parganas district. There is also a possibility of scattered heavy rain in the districts of south Bengal along with thunderstorms. Besides, there is a slight chance of scattered rain with thunderstorms in north Bengal. Heavy rain will again occur in north Bengal from Friday. Today, there is a possibility of heavy rain in East Midnapore, West Midnapore and South 24 Parganas districts. There will be a yellow warning for heavy rain in these three districts. Scattered thunderstorms may occur in all the remaining districts. Along with this, gusty winds may blow at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometres per hour. There is no such warning of heavy rain elsewhere, said the official. On Friday, there will be a yellow warning of heavy rain in Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri and Kalimpong districts. On Saturday, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar and Jalpaiguri; all the above five districts will remain under a yellow warning of heavy rain, the Met Department official said. On Sunday, a yellow warning of heavy rain has been issued in Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts. The rain will decrease again in North Bengal from Monday. Meanwhile, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain with thunderstorms in Kolkata, accompanied by gusty winds of 30 to 40 kilometres per hour. If there is no rainfall, humidity-related discomfort may prevail. The rain will decrease from Sunday, while humidity-related discomfort and temperature will increase slightly. On Wednesday, the maximum temperature in Kolkata and its surrounding areas was 32.02 degrees Celsius, which is 0.03 degrees below normal. The minimum temperature was 25.09 degrees Celsius, which is 0.05 degrees below normal. The relative humidity was a maximum of 95 and a minimum of 68 per cent.
Mizoram Doctor Vanlalsiama Chhangte Becomes First Indian To Receive US Consulate Volunteer Award
Dr Vanlalsiama Chhangte, Medical Director of Ebenezer Medical Center, has become the first Indian recipient of the Citizen Liaison Volunteer of the Year Award from the US Consulate General in Kolkata. He was honoured for providing medical care to US citizen Collin Mayfield, who was brought to Mizoram from Myanmar after sustaining injuries in December... The post Mizoram Doctor Vanlalsiama Chhangte Becomes First Indian To Receive US Consulate Volunteer Award first appeared on Northeast Today .
Vini Jr, Raphinha among Brazil's stars coming to India
Brazil has announced a 26-member squad, featuring stars like Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, and Marquinhos, for their historic first-ever football match against India on October 3 in Kolkata. Coach Carlo Ancelotti is overseeing a significant rebuild, integrating young talent with experienced players, with an eye on future tournaments like the 2028 Olympics and 2030 World Cup. The squad includes several debutants and a focus on current form, marking a new strategic direction for the Selecao.
Kolkatas Cheenapara Heritage Gallery preserves the citys 248-year-old Chinese history
Inside a century-old temple and community hall on Blackburn Lane, Kolkatas new Cheenapara Heritage Gallery brings the citys Chinese past to life through stories of a community that still calls Tiretta Bazar home
Cambridge Goddess: How Durga idol found permanent home at Cambridge University museum
West Bengal by-elections to test Trinamool rival groups claim over party symbol
By-elections on Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly seats in West Bengal are scheduled on October 6
Over 919 hotels in Kolkata receive temporary closure notice over fire safety violations
This came weeks after the fire safety checks became stringent after a hotel fire killed nine people, including seven Bangladeshi nationals in Kolkata
Brazil Names Squad For First-Ever India Football Match
Brazil has announced its 26-member squad, featuring stars like Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, and Marquinhos, for a historic first-ever football match against India on October 3 in Kolkata. This landmark fixture follows Brazil's Australia tour and promises a grand spectacle for Indian football fans.
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No Neymar in Kolkata: Why Brazil legend won't play India in historic friendly
Brazil vs India: Vinicius Jr, Raphinha set for historic Kolkata showdown
Brazil's new coach Carlo Ancelotti has named a 26-player squad for upcoming matches. The team will face Australia twice in September and then India. This selection marks a significant reshaping of the national team after their World Cup exit. Ancelotti is looking to integrate young talent for future tournaments. Brazil aims to rebuild its strength and challenge for the next World Cup.
Kolkatas Arsalan Restaurant Undergoes Food Safety Inspection Amid Increased Regulatory Scrutiny
Kolkatas Arsalan Restaurant faces a food safety inspection, with officials emphasizing the importance of compliance and hygiene standards. Kolkatas Arsalan Restaurant Undergoes Food Safety Inspection Amid Increased Regulatory Scrutiny
Bengal Chief Minister Vows to Root Out Anti-National Forces and Insult to Saffron
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari pledges to eliminate anti-national elements and disrespect towards saffron during a rally in Kolkata. Bengal Chief Minister Vows to Root Out Anti-National Forces and Insult to Saffron
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 10 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) had submitted its chargesheet in the 2023 Ram Navami violence in Hooghly district of West Bengal, probe agency officials said. In the chargesheet filed on Wednesday, NIA had named Shakir Ali, the husband of former and two-time Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha member from Arambagh Assembly constituency in Hooghly district, as the mastermind behind the violence. Sources aware of the development said that in the chargesheet NIA had claimed that Shakir Ali and his aides planned the unrest over the Ram Navami processions in the district for political gains. The NIA sleuths arrested Shakir Ali in the Ram Navami violence case in June this year. He was the councilor of Ward number 4 of Rishara Municipality in Hooghly district. Before arresting him, NIA officials searched his house for several hours. Shakir is currently out on bail. In the chargesheet submitted by the NIA a total of 43 people has been named as accused. Of them, 20 were arrested by the state police and two were arrested by the NIA. Apart from this, 21 more are on the list of accused by the National Investigation Agency. All of them, including Shakir, are currently out on bail. In the chargesheet, NIA had claimed that that the police had recovered many swords in relation to the Ram Navami violence. In addition, as per the chargesheet, a large quantity of explosives and gunpowder were also recovered from the residence of another accused in the case, Kamran Qureshi, who was arrested by the NIA sleuths. It may be noted that Rishra in Hooghly district witnessed unrest in 2023 during the Ram Navami procession. At that time, panic spread in the area due to bomb attacks, vandalism and arson. The lives of ordinary residents practically came to a standstill. The situation had reached such a point that the administration had to impose a virtual curfew for a few days to maintain law and order.
Joao Pedro, Estevao recalled as Brazil name squad for Australia and India friendlies
Brazil will face Australia in Townsville on September 25 and Brisbane on September 29 before taking on India in Kolkata on October 3.
Kolkata Police, Fire dept officials conduct audit at shopping malls
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 10 (IANS) After hotels, restaurants and guest houses, Kolkata Police and Fire Department officials visited several shopping malls to check fire safety measures in the city. Officials were spotted at shopping malls like South City Mall and Park Street's Pataka House and Acropolis Mall on Wednesday. According to an official, an audit is underway and the fire safety regulations of the places are being checked. It is also being checked whether all the documents are in order. Officials are checking whether the temporary stairs can be used in case of a emergency situation. According to an official, condition of the fire safety system of those placed are being checked. It is also being checked whether there is a safe exit route for the common people in case of an accident. The police and fire officials are checking the safety system in the restaurants or food courts of these malls. It is being informed through sources that the fire department and police are conducting raids in 29 shopping malls (small, medium and large) in the city. Recently, a fire broke out in the hotel Shikha Inn at building number 15H on Mirza Ghalib Street in New Market, killing nine people. Later, a special team was formed to investigate the fire safety of the hotels, restaurants and guest houses. A report was submitted to State Secretariat Nabanna. Based on the report, the West Bengal government cancelled the licenses of 919 hotels and guest houses in and around the city, following which the police and fire brigade conducted raids in various shopping malls on Wednesday. On Tuesday, the licenses of about 40 restaurants and food shops in Kolkata were cancelled for failing food safety standards. The decision to cancel the license of these restaurants were taken following a week-long drive by the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) and its Food Safety Department officials to check the quality of food, raw materials and overall condition of the food shops. According to the official, in may places rotten food was found while evidence of mixing paint used on the walls of the house with biryani was also discovered. Somewhere fungus was found in the food while arachnids and rat nests were found in the food storage area. As a result of the findings, the KMC suspended the licenses of several famous restaurants in Kolkata.
Vinicius Junior To Play In India? Brazil Finally Confirm Squad For Kolkata Friendly
The list includes Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior, who remains the star attraction, and Barcelona forward Raphinha, among a host of other stars.
Dont stigmatise kids, spot early signs to offer suitable mental health support
Proposal sought for Rs 407 crore Balagarh port project on PPP model
Minister Indranil Khan, AAI, state officials visit Behala Flying Club
Do not see any need to change our Durga Puja, say organisers
Too many checks: Private schools look to form platform for talks with govt
Fire dept knocks on mall doors for safety audit
KMC delimitation hearings end, SEC to decide on reserved seats
Mishti-makers chase 14-day race
Bengal assembly speaker Rathindra Bose to visit South Africa, US, UK
Uphill food test task: Three labs, 2,758 samples, 14 days
Many Kolkata restos take to social media to assure patrons
Label items, bin stock older than 3 days: Resto bodies
Rectify, appeal, will inspect and lift ban, KMC tells jittery eateries
1k hotels inspected, only 50 appeal for reopening
Assam seeks Bengals help to buy & turn Bhupen Hazarikas Kolkata home into heritage site
Cops hunt for more parking spaces near Durga Puja pandals
Buses can now park on roads at night for Rs 700 per month
KMDA to engage agency for College Street heritage book district plan
Hazarika home: Assam CM writes to Bengal CM
Soon, state SOP for underage pregnancy
BJP state panel: Suvendu to look over Tamluk
Will Uproot Them: Suvendu Targets Kashmir Azadi, Red Salute Slogans At Jadavpur University
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari led a three-kilometre saffron procession from Kolkatas 8B bus stand to Jadavpur University, joined by monks, Naga Sadhus and BJP workers. Adhikari vowed to uproot forces raising Kashmir Mange Azadi and red salute slogans, while announcing plans to return with Gita and Hanuman Chalisa recitations. The mobilisation comes amid escalating clashes, graffiti and slogan wars between Left-wing student groups and ABVP at Jadavpur University. It also follows a recent full Vande Mataram event attended by around 10,000 people outside the campus.
JU attendance dips, classes cancelled, some go online on CM rally day
JU acting registrar, finance officer removed
Lightning strikes kill 2 in Jalpaiguri
Tarapith readies for Kaushiki Amabasya with 200 firemen, robot fire tenders, 4,000 cops
Probe ordered into Jalpaiguri school headmaster assault
Kolkata: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday, September 9, said its three-day search operations at premises linked to Trinamool Congress (TMC) Rajya Sabha MP Nadimul Haque resulted in the seizure of various incriminating documents and digital devices, while bank accounts of Urdu daily Akhbar-e-Mashriq, with balances of about Rs 5.25 crore, have been frozen. Haque, 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 .
Indian Womens Rugby Sevens Team Begins Training Camp for Asian Games 2026 in Kolkata
The Indian womens rugby sevens team has started preparations for the 2026 Asian Games at the SAI Kolkata camp, aiming for success in Nagoya. Indian Womens Rugby Sevens Team Begins Training Camp for Asian Games 2026 in Kolkata
Vedanta Aluminium Unveils Next-Gen Mining Tech at CLI Expo 2026
Vedanta Aluminium, Indias largest aluminium producer, showcased its technology-enabled mining operations and community development initiatives at the 6th Coal Log India (CLI) Expo 2026, held at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, Kolkata. Organised by the Indian Coal Forum and Coal Producers Association, the event brought together key stakeholders from Indias coal and mining sector. The [] The post Vedanta Aluminium Unveils Next-Gen Mining Tech at CLI Expo 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Suvendu Adhikari Leads Gerua Samman Yatra in Kolkata
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari leads the Gerua Samman Yatra from Golpark towards Jadavpur, with the march focusing on saffron cultural identity.
Tamanna murder: Charges framed against 24
Threat to Sundarbans: Barclays faces complaint in UK over link to power project
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari led a procession in south Kolkata on Wednesday. He asserted that those raising 'Kashmir wants freedom' slogans would be uprooted. The 'Gerua Samman Yatra' began at Golpark and concluded near Jadavpur University. Monks and seers joined the procession, chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' and carrying saffron flags. This march aimed to protect the dignity of the saffron colour and its associated values.
Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge sworn in as 45th Calcutta HC Chief Justice
Jayakumar takes charge as NCL CMD
Tripura VC polls: BJP skips over 57% seats despite hill alliances
Rugby Sevens Team Gears Up For Asian Games Challenge
The Indian senior women's rugby sevens team is undergoing a national camp in Kolkata to prepare for the upcoming Asian Games in Nagoya. Coach Terence Joseph and Captain Shikha Yadav emphasise execution, consistency, and building on recent form against strong Pool B opponents like China and Hong Kong China.
Calcutta HC extends interim bail by a month for CPI-M leader arrested in Baruipur violence case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) A single-judge bench of the Calcutta High Court on Wednesday extended the interim bail period for Cooomunist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader Md. Lahek Ali, who was arrested in July this year by the Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal Police in connection with the massive unrest at Baruipur in South 24 Parganas over the rape and murder of a girl. Lahek was granted interim bail till September 10 by the single-judge bench of Justice Tirthankar Ghosh on September 2 on grounds of the serious medical conditions of his mother. On that day, Justice Ghosh directed the West Bengal Police to submit to his bench on September 9 the video footage regarding Lahek's public statements instigating violence over the rape and murder of the minor. The matter came up for hearing on Wednesday afternoon at Justice Ghosh's bench and the state police failed to submit to the court the necessary video footage in the matter. During the hearing in the matter on Wednesday, the Public Prosecutor Kallol Mandal, told the court that it had not yet been possible to bring the pen drive containing the video footage of the day of the incident from the police station. Thereafter, the public prosecutor sought more time from the court in the matter. Following the submission of the public prosecutor, Justice Ghosh extended the interim bail period for Lahek by more than a month till October 12. The next hearing on the matter will be on held on October 10. Tension broke out in Baruipur in July this year over the rape and murder of a minor girl. The local people resorted to major ruckus in the area and lynched a local youth suspecting him of being involved in the crime. Later, the lynched youth turned out to be innocent. Ali, the CPI-M's South 24 Parganas district committee member, was accused by the police of being one of the principal masterminds behind instigating and mobilising people to take the law into their own hands. The police registered 26 cases against him. Finally, on the night of July 12, he was arrested at his residence. The CPI-M leadership, however, described his arrest as a reflection of 'political vendetta'. The Suryapur area of Baruipur witnessed widespread unrest after the body of the minor girl was recovered on July 5. Since the incident, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has visited Baruipur twice. Besides, assuring strict punishment for those accused in the alleged rape and murder of the minor, the Chief Minister also warned of action against those accused of inciting violence during the protests. Several arrests have already been made in connection with the unrest. Allegations that Lahek had incited violence had been raised from the outset, following which police arrested him. Pravas Mondal, one of the key accused in the crime of rape and murder, was killed in a police encounter after he tried to escape by snatching the firearm of an on-duty police officer.
Indias women rugby sevens team step up Asian Games preparations with SAI Kolkata camp
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) The Indian senior womens rugby sevens team have begun the crucial phase of its preparation for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with a national camp at the Sports Authority of Indias Netaji Subhas Eastern Centre in Kolkata. The Salt Lake facility has always been the rugby teams operational home ahead of major international competitions. The Indian eves will compete in the womens rugby sevens tournament at the Paloma Mizuho Rugby Stadium in Nagoya from October 1 to 3. India has been drawn in Pool B alongside defending champions China, Hong Kong China and Malaysia. Addressing the media at a conference in SAI Kolkata on Wednesday, coach Terence Joseph voiced confidence that his wards will be able to match up to the challenge in Japan. The Asian Games is a big tournament for us. We are looking at the team's details and consistency. A lot depends on how we execute our plans in Japan, Joseph asserted. SAI Kolkata has been the home for the Indian rugby team. We have been conducting camps here for the past three years, he added. On Wednesday, the press conference was addressed by Sh Sibananda Mishra, Regional Director, SAI Kolkata; coach Terence; captain Shikha Yadav; vice captain Dumini Marandi; and S&C foreign coach Kiano Fourie. Indian womens rugby sevens team captain Shikha Yadav echoed her coachs sentiment. We want to carry the form and consistency from recent impressive performances at the Asia Rugby Sevens series into the Asian Games. Rather than putting ourselves under added pressure, we want to remain grounded, follow the pattern and stick to the basics, Shikha remarked. From the previous Asian Games 2022 squad, Shikha, Dumini, Kalyani Patil, Vaishnavi Patil, Mama Nayak, and Sandhya Rai are a part of the squad for Aichi-Nagoya. The SAI Kolkata base was also utilised ahead of the Hangzhou Asian Games in 2022, where the womens team finished 7th. The current camp, scheduled until September 24, is focused on finalising the travelling core team and sharpening the tactical details required against some of the continents strongest teams. SAI Kolkata has provided all the required facilities, sports science and ancillary support to the Indian rugby team. I assure you that in the future, we will continue to remain a base for both the mens and womens squads, Shri Sibananda Mishra, Honourable Regional Director, SAI Kolkata, said. We have an extremely cordial relationship with the rugby federation. We have been working jointly to ensure that high-quality training support is provided for both the mens and womens teams, he added. Ahead of the Aichi-Nagoya games, a total of 20 players are being put through their paces at the national coaching camp, sanctioned by the Sports Authority of India, at a cost of Rs. 19.8 Lakh. The Government of India has approved a contingent of 492 Indian athletes across 35 disciplines for Aichi-Nagoya, with women's rugby accounting for 13 athletes. The current team is benefiting from increased international competition and a more structured high-performance environment. Over the years, after I first came to India, we have had the objective of improving the team and individual players physically and technically for the bigger games they will now play. We see that development. The ladies have put on good muscle from when they started. We have seen them train more consistently and develop better habits. With these improvements, I am confident they will meet the demands of the Asian Games, Kiano Fourie, the strength and conditioning coach from South Africa, remarked. The Kolkata camp is more than just another residential training block. It represents the continuation of a model in which the national squad gets an extended period together to work on team combinations, tactical systems, conditioning and match preparation under South African head coach Paul Delport. This camp also gives the coaching staff greater scope to work on tactical structures, combinations, recovery, strength and conditioning and match analysis as an integrated programme. For a sport that has traditionally operated away from the mainstream Indian sporting spotlight, the repeated use of a dedicated residential high-performance environment is itself an important marker of how far the women's programme has travelled, and how seriously it is now preparing to challenge the established powers of Asian rugby. India's presence at the Asian Games itself is part of a longer journey. Women's rugby sevens made its Asian Games debut at Guangzhou in 2010, when India fielded its first official national women's sevens team. After missing the 2014 and 2018 editions, the team returned to Hangzhou in 2022 and finished seventh.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Wednesday wrote a letter to the Union Home Minister Amit Shah, expressing concern over the detention of Bengali speaking workers on the suspicion of being Bangladeshis in Chhattisgarh and other states. In an X post, the former Baharampur MP said, Written to Union Home Minister @AmitShah Ji expressing grave concern over reports of arbitrary profiling & detention of Bengali-speaking Indian workers as alleged Bangladeshis in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur & other states. The Congress leader said that those who have been detained have valid government ID cards, thus proving their Indian nationality. As per media reports, those detainedincluding women, domestic workers & impoverished labourersallegedly hold valid Voter IDs & Aadhaar cards. Despite these reports, they are being subjected to custodial harassment without proper verification, separating families & violating constitutional rights. The senior Congress leader demanded the intervention of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in this regard to stop this detention. Bengali is India's second most-spoken language (9.72+ crore speakers) & an official language under the 8th Schedule. @MHAIndia must urgently intervene, halt arbitrary detentions, and establish strict protocols against linguistic profiling, Chowdhury said. He concluded by saying, If the State considers the Bengali language itself a threat, let a resolution be brought to Parliament to remove Bengali from the 8th Schedule. As long as Bengali remains constitutionally protected, no citizen should be forced to prove their patriotism for speaking their mother tongue. It may be noted that Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Samirul Islam also raised the same issue and demanded the intervention of West Bengal government and Chhattisgarh Police in this regard. He also demanded the immediate release of the detained workers and stop the harassment of Bengali speaking workers from West Bengal in others states. It was learnt that the migrant labourers who have been detained in Chhattisgarh hail from Murshidabad district's Suti Police Station area. They were working in Bilaspur district as hawkers and labourers.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation suspends FSSAI license of 40 establishments
In an alarming development for food lovers in the city, the food licences of 40 establishments, including restaurants and sweet shops, have been suspended by the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) for violating food safety norms.
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Kolkata Muncipal Corporation suspends FSSAI license for 40 food outlets in the city
Commissioner, Kolkata Municipal Corporation Smita Pandey said that licences of about40 establishments have been suspended and they are giving them two weeks time for compliance.
Kolkata-based GRSE launches indigenous ocean research vessel 'Sagar Manthan'
A top government official said the 840-crore research vessel is expected to be ready for use by early 2028
Temporary closure notices issued to 919 hotels, guest houses over safety violations in Kolkata
As many as 919 hotels and guest houses in Kolkata have been served temporary closure notices for failing to meet mandatory fire safety requirements, officials said. The action follows an extensive inspection drive launched after a deadly guest house fire exposed serious safety concerns in the city. Joint inspection teams comprising officials from the West Bengal Fire Services, Kolkata Municipal Corporation and Kolkata Police have so far examined around 960 hotels and guest houses across Kolkata. Of these, only 41 establishments were found to have complied with the required fire safety measures, while the remaining 919 were issued notices directing them to temporarily shut operations until they meet the prescribed safety standards, officials said.
India's first indigenous ocean research vessel launched by GRSE
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, launched Sagar Manthan, the Ocean Research Vessel (ORV) for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, on Wednesday. This is the first ORV of its kind to be built in India. The launch comes barely five months after the keel laying of the vessel, highlighting the shipyard's capability to maintain schedules. Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Earth Sciences, who was supposed to attend the event as chief guest virtually, was unable to do so. He, however, sent a message congratulating both GRSE and NCPOR for the achievement. The Minister also highlighted the important role that the ORV will play in India's deep ocean research once it is delivered in 2028. Dr Srinivasa Kumar Tummala, secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, was present as the guest of honour at the event at GRSEs Rishi Bankim Shipyard in Kolkata. In his address, the secretary, who is a renowned oceanographer, spoke on the importance of ocean research for the country's development. We are also building a Marine Acoustic Research Vessel (ARV) for the Ministry of Defence and two Coastal Research Vessels (CRVs). Till now, we used to say that GRSE has achieved Atmanirbharta in warship building. From now onwards, we can say that GRSE has achieved Atmanirbharta, both in the field of warships and specialised vessels, Cmde P R Hari, IN (Retd), chairman and managing director, GRSE, said. The 89.50 m long, 18.80 m wide ORV will have a gross tonnage of 5,900 tonnes and its speed will be 14 knots at 90 per cent maximum continuous rating (MCR). Once delivered, the ORV will be capable of Underway Swath Multibeam as well as Geophysical Seismic surveys in coastal seas and deep waters at a maximum depth of 6 km. She will also be able to carry out Conductivity, Temperature and Depth (CTD) profiling and water sampling operations such as biological sampling using vertical and horizontal methods through various nets. The research vessel will also effectively carry out surface and deep-sea mooring and data buoy operations, seabed sampling using corers and grabs as well as rock dredging with chain bag dredges. The vessel will also undertake underway atmospheric observations, surface meteorological and current measurements, and collect upper air data. Scientists will be able to carry out analytical work and data processing on board. The ship will also provide training and education to scientists and technicians. GRSE has the necessary expertise in the field of survey vessels and has been building them for the Indian Navy for nearly four decades now. The shipyard delivered survey ships to the Navy in the 80s. It also built and delivered the Marine Acoustic Research Vessel INS Sagardhwani to the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) in 1994. The ship is still in service and recently underwent a refit at GRSE. In his address, the GRSE CMD mentioned how the INS Sagardhwani was refurbished at GRSE in 2025. He also spoke about the new ARV being built for NPOL that will be named Sagar Spandan.
Bengal health department issues stricter guidelines on patients referrals
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sept 9 (IANS): West Bengal health department has made patients referral rules stricter for state-run medical entities, in an attempt to eliminate the age-old menace of referring even the most critical patients coming for admissions to other hospitals. Insiders from the state health department said that after reviewing the critical care units of all the state-run medical establishments, the department had issued a set of fresh guidelines as regards to patients referrals. The first and most important guideline is that no state-run medical establishment should immediately refer any critical patients to other hospitals. The medical establishment concerned should first stabilize the condition of the critical patient and then only refer that patient to any other hospital and that too if absolutely necessary, said a state health department official. The second important guideline on patients referral, according to the official, is the detailed procedure for referral on a case-to-case basis. Before referring a critical patient elsewhere, the critical care unit of the hospital should inform the deputy superintendent or the assistant superintendent of the hospital about the referral decision. The deputy superintendent or the assistant superintendent will then contact the integrated control room at Swasthya Bhavan, the state health department headquarters in Kolkata. It should be ensured that there is a critical care bed at the place where the referral is being made, the health department official. At the same time, he said, such referrals should be restricted in extreme emergency cases where the patients family insist on such referrals. According to him, besides eliminating the age-old disease of unnecessary referrals, the new guidelines will also ensure maximum utilization of critical care units in all state-run medical establishments in the state. Recently, the state health department reviewed its Critical Care Management Information System (CCMIS), where details of all the critical care units in all state-run medical establishments need to be uploaded. Following the review of the portal, it came to the notice of the state health department that the existing critical care unit infrastructure in many state-rune medical establishments were not utilized up to the optimum level. In such a situation, the state health department official said, the new and stricter referral guidelines had been issued. Guidelines have also been set for the critical care units in all state-run medical establishments. Review meetings will have to be held every week to review the condition of the critical care units of all medical establishments. Each critical care unit or intensive care unit will have a specialist doctor with a postgraduate degree, said the department officials. At the same time, he added that there had been frequent cases of infection spreading from critical care units. The health department has set specific 'guidelines' to prevent it, where the infection control nurse of each hospital has been instructed to regularly monitor the infection control status in CCUs.
BJP chief Nitin Nabin to visit Bengal on Sep 15; focus on party revamp, civic poll strategy
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)s national president Nitin Nabin is scheduled to reach West Bengal for a two-day visit next week with a packed organisation schedule, party sources confirmed on Wednesday. He is scheduled to arrive in the state on September 15. He will hold several organisational meetings with the state party leadership. He will be accompanied by the party's all-India general secretary (organisation), B.L. Santhosh. From the formation of a new state committee to the necessary reshuffle in the organisation, several issues are likely to be discussed in the meetings, said a state committee member of the BJP. He also said that during the two-day visit, both Nabin and Santhosh are expected to give guidelines for ensuring coordination between the partys organisation and the state government. It is learnt that while the BJPs organisational strength in the districts has improved substantially since the party came to power in the state following the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly elections, several organisational lapses in the state have also come to the notice of the partys state and central leadership. Questions have already started surfacing over the role of a section of the grassroots-level party leaders and workers. Apart from allegations of corruption, there have been reports of conflicts also emerging between new and old party workers in several pockets. These issues may also be discussed in the meetings chaired by Nabin later this month, said the partys state committee member. At the same time, the state committee member said the issue of finalising party strategy for the forthcoming crucial elections later this year for a number of urban civic bodies, including municipal corporations and municipalities, might also be discussed during Nabins visit. The state BJP is very serious about the urban civic body polls especially that for Kolkata Municipal Corporation and Howrah Municipal Corporation. The party has started planning its strategy for these elections. Our state leadership is constantly giving messages for building up better organisational coordination among the party's grassroots leaders and workers. Now our national president is also expected to give a message on this count, said the state committee member.
Two arrested over lynching of man in West Bengal's Howrah on theft suspicion
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) The West Bengal Police have arrested two people in connection with the alleged lynching of a man on suspicion of theft and an attempt to move his body to another location, a senior police officer said on Wednesday. The incident took place in the Liluah area of Howrah district late Tuesday night. The arrests were made in the early hours of Wednesday. According to the police, the deceased was identified as Rajkumar Chauhan, 43, a resident of Uttarpara in neighbouring Hooghly district. The police said Chauhan allegedly entered a factory in an area adjacent to the Liluah police station on Tuesday night. Local residents claimed that he had entered the factory with the intention of stealing and was allegedly caught inside the premises. He was then allegedly assaulted by a group of people. The police suspect that Chauhan died as a result of the severe attack on him. According to the police, an attempt was subsequently made to move the body to another location, allegedly to conceal the crime. After receiving information about the incident, officers from Liluah police station reached the spot and began an investigation. Following a preliminary inquiry, police arrested two youths, identified as Shubhjit Patel and Sumit Paswan, in connection with the incident. Howrah City Police Commissioner Akhilesh Chaturvedi also visited the spot. Speaking to media persons, Chaturvedi said a murder case had been registered against the accused. Two people have already been arrested. The reason behind the incident is being investigated, he said. A forensic team is expected to visit the site to collect further evidence. The body has been sent for an autopsy. The police said the exact circumstances surrounding Chauhan's death would become clearer after the forensic examination and autopsy reports are received. The incident created tension in the locality. Residents alleged that thefts from factory premises in Howrah and Hooghly districts are common, with equipment and other materials frequently reported missing. However, locals said such an alleged lynching on suspicion of theft was unprecedented in the Liluah area. They demanded strict action against all those involved in the violence.
Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge takes oath as 45th Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge took the oath as the 45th Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court during a formal ceremony held on the court premises here on Wednesday. West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi administered the oath of office to Justice Ghuge in the presence of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, West Bengal Assembly Speaker Rathindra Bose, and senior members of the state cabinet. Former and serving judges of various High Courts also attended the oath-taking ceremony. The appointment fills the permanent vacancy created after the retirement of former Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, during which Acting Chief Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty managed the judicial duties of the High Court. There was a demand for the appointment of a permanent Chief Justice for the Calcutta High Court. In the meantime, the Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, made recommendations in this regard. The Supreme Court Collegium recommended his elevation as the permanent Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court on August 6, and his appointment was cleared by the government on September 5. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said on X Handle that the President, in consultation with the Chief Justice, has given his consent to Justice Ghuges appointment as the new Calcutta High Court Chief Justice under the powers granted by the Indian Constitution. Justice Ghuge started his legal career as an advocate in 1990. He has appeared in more than 2,000 cases, a majority of them representing labour unions. Over the years, he has also represented several industrial organisations and multinational companies. He also served as a contributory professor for the PG LL.M course at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (BAMU) from 2005 to 2008. Justice Ghuge had also served as secretary of the Bar Association of Industrial Lawyers, Aurangabad for five years, as well as its president from July 2010 to December 2011. His judicial career began in June 2013, with his appointment as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court. He became a permanent judge there in March 2016. He was appointed the Acting Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court in June 2026.
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 9 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will lead a 'Gerua Sanman Yatra' (saffron pride walk) in South Kolkata on Wednesday afternoon to protest against anti-national slogans and graffiti on the Jadavpur University (JU) campus. Adhikari has repeatedly said he is determined to curb what he describes as anti-national activities on the university campus. He has also blamed the previous Left Front and Trinamool Congress governments in West Bengal for allegedly allowing forces with such mindsets to flourish within JU. The Chief Minister had last month participated in a programme at the university on Raksha Bandhan, where around 10,000 people sang the full version of Vande Mataram. He will now lead another major public rally focusing on the same issue. The Gerua Sanman Yatra is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. from Golpark Crossing in South Kolkata and conclude at the 8B Bus Stand Crossing, near the JU campus. Adhikari is expected to lead the procession throughout its route. As part of the arrangements, Raja Subodh Chandra Mallick Road will be temporarily closed to traffic during the procession. The JU authorities have also decided to keep four of the universitys main gates closed from 4 p.m. on Wednesday. Gate No. 1 will remain open for the entry and exit of students, faculty members, and other university staff. The university authorities have not stated the specific reason for closing the gates. However, the decision is widely seen as a precautionary measure amid apprehensions of possible disturbances inside or outside the campus during the rally. The Kolkata Police have also put in place extensive security arrangements, both to protect the Chief Minister and to prevent any untoward incident during the procession. Tension had escalated at JU last month following a general body meeting, with clashes breaking out between activists of the CPI(M)s student wing, the Students Federation of India (SFI), and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). The confrontation triggered protests by both student groups and led to further unrest on the campus. Subsequently, the BJP organised a protest meeting outside the university, which was addressed by Adhikari.
When the sea comes calling Mumbai and Kolkata cannot look away
The United Nations has sounded an unmistakable warning about rising seas, naming Mumbai and Kolkata among the South Asian cities facing an increasing risk of permanent inundation and displacement. The warning is serious, but it is not a prophecy of two cities suddenly disappearing beneath the sea. The real danger lies in a slower, more insidious process in which high tides, extreme rainfall, storm surges, land subsidence and rising sea levels progressively make parts of these cities harder to inhabit.
'Not my wife, daughter': Bengal man kills 2, chops bodies, packs them in sacks, dumps in river
Are petrol and diesel cheaper or more expensive today, September 9th? Crude oil is skyrocketing.
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Bageshwar Baba faces police complaint in Kolkata over remarks on Bengali identity and food habits
A Congress leader filed a police complaint against Dhirendra Shastri for his remarks. Shastri's comments on Bengali identity and food practices have caused controversy. He questioned the consumption of non-vegetarian food during Durga Puja celebrations. West Bengal BJP leaders and ministers stated meat and fish are part of Bengali culture. The Congress leader demanded an apology and police action against Shastri.
