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Future of Iranian cinema dismal: Mohammad Sina Ghasemi Mousavi

The future of the globally appreciated Iranian cinema, which is suffering at the hands of 'strict' rules from the state authorities, stern censorships and financial constraints faced by production houses, is dismal, felt Mohammad Sina Ghasemi Mousavi (photo), one of the makers of the film Girls of the Sea, which is competing at the ongoing 30 Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF).

Mission zero scrap balance

Aiming at achieving Zero Scrap Balance for timely and efficient disposal of scrap generated by various workshops and sheds, the Eastern Railway has achieved cumulative scrap sale of Rs 321.40 crore till November in the current fiscal.

UGC plans major changes for UG, PG courses

The University Grants Commission has unveiled draft guidelines that envisions major changes like biannual admissions, provisions of multiple entry and exit, flexibility for students, minimum attendance requirements etc in undergraduate and post graduate courses in educational institutions in the country

R G Kar victim's parents open social media account

In the Facebook account titled 'Truth and Justice: Voice for RG KAR Victim', the victim's parents uploaded a written and video message seeking support from the larger society to their demand for justice for their daughter.

Bharat Gaurav train to start on 18 February, next year

IRCTC, East Zone, Kolkata has announced the launch of the Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train-Maha Kumbh Punya Kshetra Yatra, set to commence on 18 February 2025.

Experts from London, India inspect Howrah bridge's health

Experts from Rendel, London, Mr Michael J. King, senior consultant and Mr Omar Nabeel, bridges team leader and assistant technical director, representatives of RITES, along with the chief engineer, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, inspected the Howrah Bridge as part of an assessment of the bridge's health.

BJP backs Trinamul motion to resume flights to European countries from city

Supporting the motion, Leader of Opposition in the Assembly Suvendu Adhikari said that the clearance from the Union government for direct flight operations from different European countries to Kolkata is already in place

6 TMC MLAs Write to Mamata alleging non-cooperation against MP Mahua Moitra

Six Trinamul Congress MLAs have written a letter to the party chief bringing charges of non-cooperation against Mahua Moitra, party MP from Krishnagar in Nadia district, sources said.

Govt rolls out SOPs for public buses to ensure passenger safety

The stage-wise fare charge must be explained if any passenger requests it from the conductor, the guidelines state

North Bengal book fair to begin in Siliguri

The Greater Siliguri Publishers' and Book Sellers Welfare Association (GSPBSWA) will host the 42nd North Bengal Book Fair at the Kanchenjunga Stadium fairground starting 6 December.

ISRO launches PSLV-C59 with ESA's Proba-3

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the PSLV-C59/PROBA-3 mission from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, on Thursday.

'We should not throw baby out with bathwater': CEA on Q2 GDP growth figures

Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday cautioned against 'overinterpreting' the disappointing gross domestic product (GDP) growth performance in the second quarter of the current financial year as the underlying growth story remains intact, and \"we should not throw the baby out with the bathwater\".

Putin praises Modi's initiatives for India's economic development

Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's \"India First\" policy and the \"Make in India\" initiative, emphasizing how these policies have contributed to India's development.

Indian govt supports a two-state solution to WAsia conflict: EAM

While asserting that issues of terrorism and hostage-taking cannot be underplayed or ignored, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday reiterated India's support for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Fadnavis takes oath as 21st Maharashtra CM

Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde and NCP's Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers

World Chess Championship: Gukesh misses chances as Ding turns the tables

For the second game in a row, India's D. Gukesh failed to capitalize on a big advantage and landed in an inferior position as Game 8 ended in a draw with reigning champion Ding Liren of China defending stoutly and brilliantly to turn things around in another edge-of-the-seat roller-coaster in Singapore.

Indians took lot of confidence from Perth Test: KL Rahul

India wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul reflected on his side's win over Australia in the Perth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and said that they have taken a lot of confidence from the victory.

Worst time to be Australian batter? A look at shocking statistics from 2024

As Australians take to the field for the pink-ball, day-night Test at Adelaide Oval against India, all eyes will be on its batting line-up spearheaded by Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne, which has struggled to live up to their gigantic standard for the majority of the year.

BGT: Team India Shift Focus to Fielding Ahead of Adelaide Test

Indian Players Sweat it Out in Fielding Sessions in Adelaide Ahead of the Pink-Ball Encounter

Nathan Lyon expects Mitchell Marsh to bowl with pink ball in Adelaide Test

Australia's seasoned spinner Nathan Lyon has backed Mitchell Marsh to play a role with the pink ball in Adelaide during the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, beginning on Friday.

Odisha striker Roy Krishna sidelined with ACL injury

Odisha FC have been handed a heavy blow in the context of the ongoing season as the Kalinga Warriors' star striker Roy Krishna will be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to an ACL (Grade 3) injury sustained during the game against Hyderabad FC.

West Bengal players shine at 11th Commonwealth Karate Championship

West Bengal's talented karate players have made India proud at the 11th Commonwealth Karate Championship, held in Durban, South Africa.

Novak Djokovic to compete at Brisbane International for first time since 2009

The 2025 Brisbane International on Wednesday announced a star-studded lineup of 61 professional tennis players led by 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, scheduled to kick off on 29 December at the Pat Rafter Arena.

HIL: Being teammates with Indian players will be special, says Holland star

Netherlands' men's hockey team star Thierry Brinkman is all set to don the colours of Kalinga Lancers in the upcoming edition of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25.

Premier League: Van Nistelrooy starts Leicester reign with win over West Ham

Ruud van Nistelrooy made an immediate impression in his first match as Leicester City manager as the Foxes beat West Ham United 3-1 at King Power Stadium.

ISL: Mumbai City FC take on Odisha FC, eye third spot

Mumbai City FC will aim to replace Odisha FC at the third spot in the Indian Super League (ISL) points table when the two teams battle it out in their reverse fixture clash on Thursday.

Myth of modernity unveiled

Modernist Transitions: Cultural Encounters between British and Bangla Modernist Fiction from 1910s to 1950s, edited by Subhadeep Ray and Goutam Karmakar, published by Bloomsbury Academic India, is a collection of twelve scholarly essays.

Inside India's most polarised political battle

Rajdeep Sardesai's book is a convincing analysis of the national election in India this year, replete with relevant interviews and penetrating comment rising above the heat and dust and unrestrained, often vulgar, rhetoric of the contestants for parliamentary office and far more often than not, the spoils thereof.

Assam bans beef in hotels and public functions

The Assam government has imposed a sweeping ban on serving and consuming beef in restaurants, hotels, public functions, and other community spaces across the state.

Meghalaya CM launches ropeway project and CM connect initiative for development

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has launched two landmark initiatives to propel Meghalaya's infrastructure and governance.