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Why Mumbai is having a meltdown over an ice cream
K Rustom & Co., the iconic ice cream parlor in Mumbai, has faced shutdown due to serious hygiene concerns. An inspection revealed alarming issues like rats, flies, and the use of expired artificial flavors. This incident has sparked a heated conversation among Mumbaikars about the balance between nostalgia for the beloved shop and the pressing need for food safety standards, raising questions about authenticity in the food industry.
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Independence Day security, OBC certificate ruling and Durga Puja dispute: What is trending in Kolkata today
Kolkata is enhancing security for Independence Day with thousands of personnel and surveillance systems. A Calcutta High Court ruling has declared certain OBC certificates void, impacting future examinations. Preparations for a prominent Durga Puja are stalled due to an internal committee dispute. Light to moderate showers are possible, but very heavy rainfall is unlikely. These events are shaping the city's immediate future and public discourse.
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IIT Kharagpur student dies after falling from 3rd-floor corridor
A second-year IIT Kharagpur student died after falling from a classroom complex.Ankit Sharma, aged eighteen, was a mechanical engineering student from Rajasthan.He was found with severe injuries by cleaning staff and later declared dead.This marks the third student death on campus this year.Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident.
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Kolkata Police beefs up security for I-Day after terror alerts
6,000 Cops Across City From Today
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2nd-yr IIT-Kgp student dies after fall from 3rd floor
Third Student To Die On Campus This Year
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From Vajra to Tricolour: Kolkata’s links to India’s flag history
Kolkata's vexillologist, Sekhar Chakrabarti, sheds light on the city's deep-rooted connections to the Indian national flag. In 1904, Sister Nivedita created the Vajra flag, an early nationalist symbol. The Calcutta Flag, revealed in 1905, gained public recognition for its association with the nationalist movement, with its variants being displayed globally by revolutionaries.
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Civic expansion, West Bengal's flag plan and city infrastructure: What is trending in Kolkata today
West Bengal is set to enhance civic engagement by increasing the number of wards in Kolkata to 209 and in Howrah to 68. In a show of national pride, seventy lakh national flags will be distributed as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative. Additionally, Kolkata will host India Energy Week from January 28 to 31, aiming to boost economic development and attract investments.
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Ex-TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh arrested over 'hurried cremation' of RG Kar rape-murder victim
Former Trinamool Congress MLA Nirmal Ghosh was arrested for his alleged role in a hurried cremation. This incident involved the body of a doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. Ghosh and two others face charges for allegedly preventing evidence collection through hasty cremation. The new case is separate from the ongoing CBI investigation into the doctor's rape and murder.
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Nurse found dead under mysterious circumstances in hospital washroom during night shift in Kolkata
A 30-year-old nurse was discovered deceased at NRS Medical College and Hospital. She was on night duty when she went to the staff washroom. Colleagues found her unconscious after she did not return for some time. Preliminary investigation found no visible injury marks and no suicide note. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination.
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'3 traitors are behind this': TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh alleges attack on home, party office
TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh reported his home and offices sustained vandalism on Wednesday, claiming that external forces were sent to target him intentionally. He named three individuals as 'traitors' supposedly responsible for the act and demanded their prompt arrest. Additionally, Ghosh called on the police to investigate any payments made for this attack, urging them to treat the situation with urgency and take immediate action.
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Terracotta to saffron to white to saffron: Colour fight erupts over ‘Bengal’s soul’
The ticket counter at Academy of Fine Arts was painted saffron by BJP activists on Wednesday. This followed a white paint job by theatre activists just one day prior. BJP MLA Rudranil Ghosh led the saffron painting, citing restoration of original colours. Prominent cultural figures condemned the repeated colour changes as artistic distortion. The Academy has a history of colour changes and political interventions.
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Annapurna net widens to include Kisan, handicapped beneficiaries
Relief For Rural Women Living In 3-Room Houses
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Kolkata woman learning to drive reverses into pond, dies
A 42-year-old executive died after her new car plunged into a pond. She was learning to drive and possibly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake. Locals attempted a rescue but failed to reach her inside the submerged vehicle. Police and fire services were called to retrieve the car and the deceased. The incident occurred while she was practicing for her upcoming driving test.
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Jadavpur University professors cry foul as Bengal govt seeks 3 years’ EC meeting records
Jadavpur University professors view a government demand for past executive council meeting details as retaliation.They believe this move aims to curb the university's autonomy and control its operations.The university has faced delays in holding essential executive council meetings recently.Professors argue that such external interference hinders academic and administrative progress.This situation highlights ongoing tensions between the university and the higher education department.
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Anyone denigrating Netaji to face strict action: Suvendu
CM’s Message For MP: ‘Apologise, Delete Posts’
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Banned but unstoppable, why Kolkata keeps failing to stop laser strikes on aircraft
Malaysia Airlines flight MH-184 encountered distracting laser flashes while approaching Kolkata airport, prompting the pilot to take evasive action by climbing and circling the aircraft before achieving a safe landing. This incident underlines the major enforcement deficiencies regarding laser usage near airports, as authorities are reiterating warnings to event organizers against high-intensity laser displays. It is now crucial for consistent enforcement and effective measures against offenders
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KMC delimitation takes centre stage, CBI makes fresh arrest, Park Street hawker action continues: What is trending in Kolkata today
In a move that may alter local governance, the West Bengal Assembly plans to discuss amendments to the municipal wards of Kolkata and Howrah. This delimitation is likely to transform electoral landscapes and influence tax records related to properties. On another note, the CBI has detained a suspect linked to the 2021 murder of BJP worker Avijit Sarkar, which highlights the persistent examination of post-poll violence.
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For Bengal, Ayushman enrolment will be easier than cracking SIR
No Rejection For Minor Surname Discrepancies
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Kolkata Police sounds caution as online games turn into cybercrime traps
Kolkata Police are warning about cyber fraud linked to online gaming and hotel bookings. Cybercriminals target young gamers by requesting OTPs and fake payments for virtual items. Attackers also exploit parents' devices, leading to financial and personal data theft. Recent hotel booking scams highlight the need for caution with unverified websites. Police advise vigilance and immediate reporting of suspicious online activities to authorities.
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Orange Line to operate up to Sector V by Dec 31: Metro general manager
Travel Time From New Garia To IT Hub To Be 35 Mins
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HC counters ‘influential’ argument, grants shield to Abhishek
‘All Filed After May 4’: Judge Questions Timing of FIRs
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'Large stone thrown at car caused chest pain': Mamata Banerjee targets police over convoy attack
Mamata Banerjee reported chest pain after a large stone struck her car during a convoy incident.She attended a party event despite discomfort to support the Trinamool Congress digital wing.Banerjee accused police of targeting party workers and aiding BJP members.West Bengal minister Arjun Singh denied BJP involvement in the stone-pelting incident.Singh attributed the event to local anger over home demolitions and looting.
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'Had chest pain after my car was attacked by huge stone, couldn't speak for 2 days': Mamata Banerjee
Mamata Banerjee reported chest pain after a large stone struck her car during a convoy incident.She attended a party event despite discomfort to support the Trinamool Congress digital wing.Banerjee accused police of targeting party workers and aiding BJP members.West Bengal minister Arjun Singh denied BJP involvement in the stone-pelting incident.Singh attributed the event to local anger over home demolitions and looting.
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IPL star Abhishek Porel arrested: What we know about rape case against Delhi Capitals player
Hooghly district police arrested Delhi Capitals batter Abhishek Porel late Monday night.A woman accused the Bengal cricketer of rape after a promise of marriage.Police registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act.The complaint was filed by a medical student from Karnataka.Porel is expected to be produced before a court in Chinsurah.
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Messi event chaos: Calcutta high court extends Aroop Biswas’ interim protection till Nov 30
The Calcutta high court extended interim protection for Aroop Biswas until November 30.This protection relates to chaos surrounding Lionel Messi's event last December.The court heard Biswas' plea seeking to quash criminal proceedings against him.The state submitted police reports as directed by the court earlier.Biswas' lawyers stated he appeared before police thrice as summoned.
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What’s trending in Kolkata today: Custody death fallout, Mamata Banerjee's protest, court battle
Following the death of a Trinamool Congress worker in police custody, a political storm has erupted in West Bengal. The suspension of the investigating officer and reassignment of the officer-in-charge signal serious repercussions. During her visit to the family, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was met with loud protests. Additionally, TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's protection plea awaits court attention, further igniting heated political discussions.
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IO benched, OC ‘closed’ 3 days after TMC man’s custody death in West Bengal
Suvendu Adhikari, the Chief Minister, expressed his condolences during a meeting with the family of Birju Keot, who died in police custody. He pledged assistance, offering compensation and job opportunities for Keot's widow. An inquiry into his death will be led by the district magistrate. Furthermore, regarding the assault on former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's car, Adhikari confirmed that no action will be taken against the incident.
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Kolkata airport laser probe: Cops trace source to Ashoknagar after Malaysia Airlines pilot disoriented
Police are tracing a laser beam that disoriented a pilot approaching Kolkata airport. The incident occurred on Saturday night, forcing an aircraft to delay its landing. Authorities have warned venues against directing lights skyward within an 18.5-km radius. Strict action will be taken against anyone found projecting laser beams into flight paths. This enforcement comes ahead of the busy festive and wedding season.
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More than 90% projects didn’t have any structural issue: Audit
Major Violations Detected in 26 Projects
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Believe it or not: Quack attack: This isn’t bath time, it's a duck race
Chicago recently released ninety thousand rubber ducks into its river.This annual Ducky Derby event supports Special Olympics Illinois through duck adoptions.Thousands watched the yellow ducks race down the river for charity.The event has raised over five million dollars for the organization since 2005.Funds support training and healthcare for thousands of athletes and young athletes.
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