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• Hijab protest on JU convocation dais

  25-12-2025 01:17 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Students at Jadavpur University protested alleged Islamophobia. A professor reportedly asked students to remove their hijabs during exams. The English department faculty denies the accusations. The university administration is investigating the incident. The protest occurred during the university's convocation ceremony.
  
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• Rose, tulsi...: If chai isn't purely from tea plant, you can't call it tea, says FSSAI

  26-12-2025 04:48 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed food businesses and e-commerce platforms to stop using the term 'tea' for infusions not derived from the Camellia sinensis plant. This clarification aims to prevent misbranding and protect consumers, while acknowledging the growing market for herbal and botanical beverages.
  
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• 20-year-old Bengali migrant ‘branded as Bangladeshi’ lynched in Odisha

  26-12-2025 04:38 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A 20-year-old West Bengal villager was lynched in Odisha's Sambalpur after being accused of being a Bangladeshi. Two other migrant workers with him were critically injured. Police have arrested six individuals, though an IG claimed the violence stemmed from a monetary dispute, not a communal or linguistic angle.
  
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• Tension grips Basanti village in Bengal: Class 4 boy injured in bomb blast; land dispute angle probed

  25-12-2025 20:21 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A class 4 student, Kaulu Gayen, was seriously injured in a blast at a neighbour's house in South 24 Parganas. The incident occurred late Wednesday night, with the boy sustaining injuries to his eyes and hands. Family members allege a land dispute fueled malicious intent, while the neighbour's family claims accidental "chocolate bombs" were burst during a function.
  
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• Park Street Kolkata Bersinar Sambut Natal - detikTravel

  24-12-2025 17:15 via news.google.com
  Park Street Kolkata Bersinar Sambut Natal  detikTravel
  
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• ‘Dropped because I am a Hindu’: Humayun Kabir removes influencer Nisha Chatterjee from candidate list, cites ‘inappropriate social media posts’

  24-12-2025 05:06 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Janata Unnayan Party's Ballygunge candidate Nisha Chatterjee was dropped by MLA Humayun Kabir within 24 hours due to "inappropriate social media posts." Chatterjee, a social media influencer, has threatened legal action for defamation, accusing Kabir of a "sham" secular party promise and attempting to divide communities.
  
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• Medical rehabilitation experts discuss future of robotic therapy and artificial intelligence in Kolkata

  23-12-2025 11:31 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Kolkata hosted a landmark conference celebrating 25 years of medical rehabilitation, drawing top Indian medical minds. Experts explored the burgeoning role of robotic therapy and AI in recovery, anticipating significant growth. Discussions also covered diverse topics from chronic pain to advanced rehabilitation techniques, emphasizing patient-centric care and dignity.
  
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• 'I ran to save my life': UK-based singer Charles Antony recalls chaos at Messi event in Kolkata

  23-12-2025 10:31 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  London-based singer Charles Antony described his harrowing experience at Lionel Messi's G.O.A.T Tour event in Kolkata, where chaos erupted and he feared for his life. Antony, who had composed a special song for Messi, was forced to flee amid a stampede of angry fans unable to see the football star.
  
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• 'EC led by Vanish Kumars’: Mamata Banerjee fumes over SIR rule tweaks; CM says poll panel conniving with 'BJP khokababus'

  23-12-2025 08:36 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has leveled serious accusations against the Election Commission. She claims the EC, in league with the BJP, is deliberately removing 1.5 crore voters from Bengal's electoral roll. Banerjee alleges the process is politically motivated, targeting genuine voters, especially women. She criticizes the EC's handling of the voter revision process, calling it unplanned and undemocratic.
  
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• Life under the river: How the east–west metro is redrawing Kolkata’s daily map

  22-12-2025 11:26 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Kolkata's new East-West Metro, the Green Line, has revolutionized city travel with its groundbreaking underwater tunnel beneath the Hooghly River. This engineering marvel drastically cuts commute times between Salt Lake and Howrah, offering comfort and reliability. The line is already transforming daily life, easing congestion and connecting twin cities like never before.
  
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• Kolkata flyers, airline in cabin bag ‘grey area’ row; debate moves online; bizman claims mismatch between receipt and payment

  22-12-2025 10:01 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A passenger at Kolkata airport was forced to pay excess baggage charges by SpiceJet staff for carrying an extra handbag, which he attempted to pass to a friend on a separate booking.
  
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• ‘Mamata Banerjee has ties with RSS’: Humayun Kabir to launch new party today; suspended TMC MLA eyes kingmaker role in 2026

  22-12-2025 07:05 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir has launched a new political party aimed at serving the common man and deprived Muslims. Kabir also criticized RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remarks on Babri Masjid and alleged ties between CM Mamata Banerjee and the RSS, claiming a significant rise in the organization's presence in West Bengal.
  
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• Messi 'tidak senang' disentuh di sebuah acara di Kolkata, kata penyelenggara utama yang ditangkap kepada SIT - kastra.co

  22-12-2025 05:25 via news.google.com
  Messi 'tidak senang' disentuh di sebuah acara di Kolkata, kata penyelenggara utama yang ditangkap kepada SIT  kastra.co
  
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• Chhayanaut fallout: Kolkata-based sarod player ‘flees’ Bangladesh hiding identity

  22-12-2025 02:40 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Kolkata-based sarod player Shiraz Ali Khan was forced to hide his Indian identity to flee Dhaka after a cultural hub was vandalized amid unrest. The attack on Chhayanaut, where Khan was scheduled to perform, deeply shocked him, highlighting a disturbing mob mentality targeting cultural institutions.
  
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• IISER, helped by Kolkata art gallery, develops tech that can certify artworks without touching them

  22-12-2025 02:38 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Kolkata researchers have unveiled RaFiTech, a groundbreaking, non-invasive Raman spectroscopy technique to authenticate paintings. This innovation replaces destructive sampling with a laser-based method, reading unique pigment molecular signatures.Securing seven patents, it offers an objective, scientific pathway to verify artworks, bolstering trust in the art world.
  
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• Border on alert: BSF jawan crosses border while chasing cattle smugglers; kidnapped and dragged deep into Bangladeshi territory

  22-12-2025 01:02 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A BSF jawan was abducted by Bangladeshi cattle smugglers and taken into Bangladeshi territory after inadvertently crossing the border while in pursuit. Despite multiple flag meetings, the jawan remains in Bangladeshi custody, with Bangladesh forces reportedly denying his presence. Locals claim BGB personnel assisted in the capture.
  
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• Bangladesh unrest: Hindu worker Dipu Das's lynching sparks outrage in Bengal; effigies burnt, boycott calls rise

  22-12-2025 00:31 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The lynching of Dipu Das in Bangladesh has ignited protests across Bengal, with Hindu organizations condemning the "barbarism" against minorities.Das, a Hindu from a lower caste, was allegedly targeted for a promotion, with accusations of social media posts used as a pretext.Activists are demanding action and a boycott of Bangladeshi goods.
  
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• 'Enough, sing something secular': Noted singer Lagnajita Chakraborty abused, physically harassed for performing devotional song in West Bengal

  21-12-2025 08:03 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A cultural program in Bhagwanpur turned chaotic when singer Lagnajita Chakraborty faced harassment for a devotional song. The school owner interrupted her performance and allegedly used abusive language. Chakraborty and her band left the venue and filed a complaint. Police have arrested the owner and ordered an inquiry into local police actions. The incident has sparked political controversy.
  
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• National Library to ink MoUs with universities to boost research, skill development and innovation

  21-12-2025 07:01 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The National Library of India is forging academic partnerships with universities nationwide through MoUs to boost research and human resource development in Library and Information Science. These agreements will facilitate collaborative research, student exchange, and technology promotion, leveraging NLI's special collections for academic engagement and preparing scholars for future challenges.
  
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• Kolkata: Intuition training empowers blind students

  21-12-2025 05:54 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Youngsters at Calcutta Blind School honed their intuitive skills through a unique Art of Living workshop.Participants aged 8-20 learned to tap into their gut feelings for reading, colouring, and games, even identifying colours without sight.The program fostered increased confidence, improved academic focus, and greater independence, empowering them to navigate life with enhanced awareness.
  
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• 'Situation is volatile': After blasphemy lynching, Kolkata worries for relatives in Bangladesh; medical plans disrupted

  21-12-2025 01:02 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Kolkata residents with relatives in Bangladesh are experiencing anxiety due to escalating violence across the border. Communication disruptions and fear for loved ones' safety are paramount concerns. Meanwhile, a Bangladeshi national's medical treatment in Kolkata is jeopardized by suspended visa services, causing uncertainty for her ongoing care.
  
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• Messi India tour chaos: Organiser says Rs 89cr paid, Rs 11cr as tax; alleges pressure to triple access cards

  21-12-2025 00:14 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Event organizer Satadru Dutta was arrested following chaos during the Messi tour in Kolkata. Police seized Rs 22 crore from his accounts, suspecting black money use. Dutta claimed Rs 100 crore was spent, but investigators doubt his financial figures. He also blamed others for the event's disorder, citing pressures for increased access.
  
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• Bangladesh unrest: What led to mobs torching Prothom Alo and Daily Star offices?

  20-12-2025 22:49 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Violent mobs attacked leading Bangladeshi dailies, Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, protesting their coverage of the 1971 Liberation War and non-partisan stance post-July uprising. Journalists were trapped as offices were vandalized and torched. Veteran journalists believe the attacks were planned, targeting media outlets opposing far-right ideologies and aiming to disrupt upcoming elections.
  
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• 'Goonda raj': Goons take over Kolkata's Keoratala crematorium, harass mourners & doms; staff demand better security

  20-12-2025 22:31 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Drunk goons are terrorizing the Keoratala crematorium, harassing mourners for money and assaulting staff. Incidents include a dom being thrashed and KMC staff being threatened. Despite pleas for enhanced security, the police presence is deemed inadequate, leading to a growing 'goonda raj' in the area.
  
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• Sunil Gavaskar mempertanyakan apakah Lionel Messi benar-benar memenuhi komitmennya di Kolkata: 'Pelaku sebenarnya adalah dia' - KabarSebelas.com

  20-12-2025 13:24 via news.google.com
  Sunil Gavaskar mempertanyakan apakah Lionel Messi benar-benar memenuhi komitmennya di Kolkata: 'Pelaku sebenarnya adalah dia'  KabarSebelas.com
  
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• 'The Onion Router': Kolkata billionaire gets Rs 25cr sextortion mail; threatened to circulate defamatory photos of kin

  20-12-2025 10:23 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A Kolkata-based billionaire received a sextortion email demanding Rs 25 crore in Bitcoin, threatening to release defamatory content of his wife and son. The sender claimed to use the TOR network for anonymity and warned of widespread dissemination of the material. A case has been registered, and the cyber team is investigating with international cooperation.
  
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• Anxiety spills across border: Unrest back home unsettles Bangladeshi visitors in Kolkata; businesses hit

  20-12-2025 07:41 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Bangladeshi tourists in Kolkata are experiencing tension and anxiety due to fresh violence in their home country, prompting some to consider cutting short their medical trips. The renewed unrest threatens the fragile recovery of businesses in 'Mini Bangladesh,' which rely heavily on visitors from across the border.
  
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• Anxiety spills across border: Unrest back home unsettles Bangla visitors in Kolkata; early returns feared, businesses hit

  20-12-2025 07:41 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Bangladeshi tourists in Kolkata are experiencing tension and anxiety due to fresh violence in their home country, prompting some to consider cutting short their medical trips. The renewed unrest threatens the fragile recovery of businesses in 'Mini Bangladesh,' which rely heavily on visitors from across the border.
  
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• Bangladesh unrest: Rioters target Chhayanaut, set up on Tagore’s centenary; Bengal artists condemn vandalism

  20-12-2025 00:37 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Bengal's cultural figures have strongly condemned the vandalism of Chhayanaut's office in Bangladesh, a heritage organization founded to defy Pakistani military rule. The attack, which saw books by Tagore and Nazrul damaged and instruments shattered, is seen as an assault on civilization and a harbinger of dark times for secular forces in Bangladesh.
  
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• 'Rs 30 lakh to take image with Messi’: Kolkata police raid organiser Satadru Dutta’s house, uncover lavish facilities; Rs 100 crore ‘financial irregularities’ under scanner

  19-12-2025 22:30 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Authorities investigating the Lionel Messi event's mismanagement raided chief organizer Satadru Dutta's home, uncovering a lavish residence with a pool and soccer ground. The probe has broadened beyond crowd control to suspected Rs 100 crore financial irregularities, including unaccounted cash for photos with Messi and opaque ticket sales, suggesting deliberate financial impropriety.
  
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