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Early CAP start fills 81.6%UG seats after first round
50% Seats Were Vacant At This Stage Last Year -
They arrive as strangers, but leave as one big well-fed happy family: Kolkata's most in-demand tables? Supper clubs hosted by women
Kolkata's home supper clubs offer a unique dining experience, transforming strangers into friends over meticulously prepared meals. Hosts open their homes, creating intimate atmospheres with thoughtful decor and diverse cuisines, from South Indian feasts to vibrant Mexican dishes. These gatherings prioritize connection and shared experiences, fostering a sense of community beyond just good food. -
Ahead of International Yoga Day, experts stress yoga for healthy ageing
Doctors and health experts have lauded yoga as a vital tool for healthy ageing and preventive care. Ahead of International Yoga Day, they emphasized its role in enhancing flexibility, balance, strength, and mental well-being for India's growing elderly population. Experts highlighted yoga's accessibility and low cost, promoting independence and a better quality of life in later years. -
Trinamool HQ landlord enters building, starts clean-up to reclaim property
Property owner Montu Saha is reclaiming his four-storey building, formerly the TMC headquarters, after the lease expired.Renovations have begun on the third and fourth floors, which were not part of the original agreement. The TMC is now vacating these spaces and shifting party materials, with assurances to fully vacate by July. -
Trinamool HQ landlord enters bldg, starts clean-up to reclaim property
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Messi’s team writes to police, blames ex-minister Aroop Biswas for event chaos; ‘made me scapegoat,’ says organiser
Lionel Messi's India tour organiser claims the football star's team has blamed former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas for the Salt Lake Stadium chaos.An email to police alleges protocol violations and security lapses by the minister led to Messi's early exit, absolving the organiser. Police have not commented. -
8 arrested after bid to free Jahangir 'Pushpa' Khan from Falta police custody
Eight individuals were apprehended for attempting to storm a West Bengal police station to free jailed TMC leader Jahangir Khan. Authorities claim his wife orchestrated the plan, mobilizing supporters to forcibly release Khan. Police, acting on intelligence, thwarted the attempt, preventing unrest. Khan, arrested for extortion, faces ongoing investigations into his alleged criminal network. -
IIT Kharagpur to use AI to monitor signs of academic stress in students
IIT Kharagpur is implementing an AI-driven system to detect early signs of academic stress in students, including CGPA drops and uncleared papers. This proactive approach aims to move from crisis response to early intervention, supported by enhanced faculty mentorship and accessible academic recovery options to ensure student well-being. -
Mamata moves high court challenging Bhowanipore loss
In a dramatic turn of events, former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is taking her battle to the Calcutta High Court, disputing Suvendu Adhikari's 2026 election win in Bhowanipore. Banerjee, who faced a defeat margin exceeding 15,000 votes, has raised alarms about possible misconduct, including claims of CCTV malfunctions and the exclusion of her election agents from the counting process. -
Watch: Jahangir 'Pushpa' Khan's wife leads Falta crowd to police station demanding his release; chaos prevails
Trinamool supporter Jahangir ‘Pushpa’ Khan's arrest sparked protests in Falta, with around 400 followers blocking roads and marching to the police station. They demanded Khan's release, citing alleged mistreatment and an AI-generated image. Police dispersed the crowd using mild force, leading some protesters to flee into ponds. -
Administrator regime starts, Salt Lake roads get a fresh coat
Salt Lake's pothole-ridden roads are finally getting attention as the Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation races against time to complete repairs before the monsoon.Civic officials are patching up damaged stretches, including the notorious Tank No. 13 area, to prevent waterlogging and commuting hazards. Residents, long frustrated by the poor road conditions, welcome the urgent action. -
3 children injured in crude bomb blast in West Bengal's Malda mango orchard
A tragic event rocked the Bahannabigha area in Malda, West Bengal, when three children, engaged in the innocent act of gathering mangoes, fell victim to a bomb explosion. Among the injured, Class-7 student Dip Roy faces serious injuries and has been admitted to the hospital for urgent care. -
After attack on Kunal, cops make 1st dim-ocracy arrests
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Mamata Banerjee files plea in Calcutta high court challenging Bhabanipur poll result
Mamata Banerjee has challenged her Bhabanipur assembly election defeat in the Calcutta High Court. She lost the seat, previously her stronghold, by 15,105 votes to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. This challenge follows her earlier narrow loss in Nandigram during the 2021 Assembly elections. -
Bengal 'soil pilferage racket': BJP leader files police plaint against Abhishek Banerjee
A BJP leader has accused TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee of involvement in an illegal soil extraction and pilferage racket in South 24 Parganas. This follows a previous complaint alleging Banerjee misappropriated Rs 250 crore from Cyclone Amphan relief funds. Police are examining the new allegations, with the complainant vowing to file further corruption charges. -
New Kolkata Municipal Corporation board by Dec 7, civic election after delimitation: CM Suvendu Adhikari
Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections are slated for December 7th, following ward delimitation, announced Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. This will coincide with polls in Bidhannagar and Howrah. The city anticipates significant central and state funding for infrastructure and environmental projects. Former councillors attended a cleanliness drive, with MLAs set to address citizen needs until the new board takes charge. -
MoS buzz around TMC rebels now in NCPI
Following a rebellion against Trinamool, 20 MPs have joined the Nationalist Citizens’ Party of India (NCPI), with some being considered for Union council minister positions. While some MPs deny knowledge of ministerial berths, others express confusion about the party's future and symbol claims. One MP cited internal party issues as a reason for the split. -
After TMC split, NCPI’s 20-MP bloc enters power race, tipped for Modi govt berths
Following a rebellion against Trinamool, 20 MPs have joined the Nationalist Citizens’ Party of India (NCPI), with some being considered for Union council minister positions. While some MPs deny knowledge of ministerial berths, others express confusion about the party's future and symbol claims. One MP cited internal party issues as a reason for the split. -
Rs 75 in bank, 822 votes in polls: Inside NCPI's Howrah HQ, that became the new base for 20 rebel TMC MPs
A little-known Bengal outfit, the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), has unexpectedly become a national political talking point after absorbing twenty rebel TMC Lok Sabha MPs. The party, with a modest financial history and a recent electoral debut in Tripura yielding only 822 votes, now claims to represent a significant parliamentary bloc. -
'Will stay with her till last breath': Rebel TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay's wife vows to stand by Mamata Banerjee
North Kolkata MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay has joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India, but his wife, MLA Nayna Bandyopadhyay, declared she will remain with Mamata Banerjee "till her last breath." Despite her husband's efforts to convince her, Nayna stated she cannot take responsibility for his decision and remains firm in her loyalty to Banerjee, whom she reveres as 'Maa Durga'. -
Rebel TMC MLAs won’t replicate rebel MPs’ model: Ritabrata Banerjee
Expelled Trinamool MLA Ritabrata Banerjee stated rebel MLAs won't follow the path of rebel MPs merging with NCPI. Meanwhile, former Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim and MP Mala Roy were seen interacting with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at the KMC headquarters. The dissident camp claims 62 MLAs have written to the speaker, with another joining, bringing their tally to 65. -
Egg hurled at TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh outside Mamata Banerjee's residence
TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh faced an egg attack outside Mamata Banerjee's Kalighat residence. A youth threw an egg at Ghosh as he spoke to reporters. The accused claimed Ghosh had committed atrocities. Ghosh condemned the incident as planned hooliganism and questioned security. He stated the act would not deter him. Police action was pending. -
Kolkata Municipal Corporation polls to be held in December, says CM Suvendu Adhikari
Elections for the Kolkata Municipal Corporation will be held by December, announced Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. This follows the dissolution of the Trinamool Congress-controlled board after Mayor Firhad Hakim's resignation and the inability to form a new civic body. The administrator-led administration will hand over to elected representatives after polls, aiming for a new board by early December. -
HelpAge India study flags rising climate risks for rural elderly
A new HelpAge India study reveals climate change severely impacts India's elderly.Over 78% faced hazards like heatwaves and floods, with vulnerable groups like widows and those living alone suffering most.Health and economic insecurity, coupled with strained family support due to migration, exacerbate their challenges, highlighting urgent care needs. -
‘Didi was pushed, attacked’: Rebel TMC MP’s explosive claim opens new front in Mamata Banerjee vs family war
Rebel Trinamool Congress MP Arup Chakraborty alleged Mamata Banerjee faces "family pressure" and cannot function freely, fueling a deepening party rift. A faction of TMC MPs is seeking separate seating in Parliament and plans to merge with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India, sparking a battle for party identity and Mamata's legacy. -
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee appears before ED in Kolkata for questioning in school jobs scam
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Kolkata for questioning in the alleged cash-for-school-jobs scam. His name featured in charge sheets filed by the CBI and ED as part of the ongoing multi-crore teacher recruitment case probe. This follows his extensive interrogation by the West Bengal CID on a separate matter. -
Saayoni Ghosh set to be rebel bloc's floor leader as 20 MPs seek to take Lok Sabha control via Tripura route
20 Trinamool MPs have merged with the Nationalist Citizens' Party of India, becoming the second-largest bloc in the NDA. Rebel MP Arup Chakraborty named Saayoni Ghosh as their floor leader, indicating a willingness to support the BJP-led government. This move aims to circumvent legal challenges before the monsoon session, while the Mamata Banerjee camp contests the split. -
Rebel TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar's son says he will return Mamata Banerjee's wedding gifts; gets trolled
TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar's son, Baidyanath, announced he's returning gifts from Mamata Banerjee, including a wedding necklace and a Durga Puja outfit, citing personal conscience and legal action over alleged defamatory statements. He plans to send the items with accrued interest to Banerjee's residence. Senior TMC leaders dismissed his actions as childish and politically motivated. -
'BJP is not a hotel': Party shuts door on rebel TMC rebels amid NCPI merger plan
Trinamool's rebel MPs are merging with the Nationalist Citizens' Party of India, effectively closing the door for them to join the BJP. Bengal BJP leaders stated the party is ideology-driven and not a transit point for defectors. This move clarifies the BJP's stance, ending speculation about absorbing disgruntled TMC leaders. -
Heat and humidity fuel viral fever surge across Kol, hundreds fall ill
Kids Most Vulnerable, Say Docs
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