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Altercation leads to fatal beating of youth at Ishapore Rifle Factory; police launch investigation

A minor altercation led to the alleged beating and death of a young man inside the Rifle Factory Ishapore in North 24-Parganas.

Bypoll results show how badly the Left parties have been marginalised

All the six candidates fielded by the Left Front in the recently concluded by-elections whose results were announced on Saturday lost their deposits, proving that the people of West Bengal have rejected the Left parties.

AQI very high in Asansol, alarming rise of air pollution in past two days

With the onset of winter, Asansol's Air Quality Index (AQI) has deteriorated significantly, with air pollution levels reaching alarming levels in recent days.

Hooghly dealers agree to keep the price of potatoes stable

In view of the persistent rise in the price of potatoes in the retail markets of Kolkata and adjacent areas, state minister Beccharam Manna held a meeting with the potato wholesale market dealers of Hooghly.

VHP-backed Sant Samaj calls for unity to resist attacks on Hindus

Senior members of the Kendriya Margdarshak Mandal of sants (holy persons) held a two-day conference in Siliguri, during which they passed resolutions emphasizing the need for unity among the Hindu community to lawfully resist attacks on temples, idols, Puja pandals, and other holy places.

Left plans protests across Bengal on 26 November against neglect of farmers

The announcement was made by the CPI(ML) Liberation's West Bengal State Committee

14th Siliguri Mahakuma Book Fair begins 30 Nov

The state-sponsored 14th Siliguri Mahakuma Book Fair is set to take place from 30 November to 6 December 2024 at Baghajatin Park.

Police seize ten firearms from vehicle in Kulti area, two arrested

A significant quantity of arms and ammunition was seized from the Kulti area on National Highway-19 by the Special Task Force (STF). Two individuals were arrested in connection with the seizure.

Kalighat police arrest coal scam accused Bikash Mishra on molestation charges

Bikash Mishra, an accused in the coal scam in Raniganj Coalfields area, who had been arrested earlier both by the CBI and the ED was arrested by Kalighat Police Station today allegedly on charges of molesting his niece.

Four more arrested in tablet scam; police uncover new leads

Four more individuals have been arrested in connection with the tablet scam from three different locations in Siliguri and neighbouring districts last night.

Factional clash in Murshidabad's Sekendra Panchayat leads to bombing incident, several injured

Tension erupted in the Sekendra Gram Panchayat area under Raghunathganj police station in Murshidabad due to a factional feud between two groups within the Trinamul Congress (TMC).

Three killed in violence, arson in UP's Sambhal over court survey of masjid

Three youths were killed in violence that broke out during a court survey of the Jama Masjid in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal on Sunday.

All-party meet held ahead of Winter Session of Parliament

The BJP-led NDA government at the Centre on Sunday convened an all-party meeting on the eve of the Winter Session of Parliament, during which it expressed its willingness to discuss any topic.

There is no room for ego in a marriage'

According to Dr Saktirupa Chakraborty and Dr Suranjan Chakrabarti, both consultant obstetricians and gynecologists, a marriage is always about mutual respect, trust and shared values.

The art of pastry making through the lens of technology

Pastry making has long been considered an artful combination of science, using only simple ingredients such as flour, butter, eggs and sugar to prepare exquisite edible art.

Revival of historical paintings - Resurgence of classic paintings

The art world is currently witnessing a massive revolution sparked by the resurgence of historical paintings.

Discover the beauty of Gajoldoba and Gaurikone

On the invitation of Ranjan Majumdar (my brother), my wife and I set off on a journey to one of Bengal's favourite tourist destinations, the Dooars, with a little touch of Nepal.

The café cat-astrophe

In a quaint little town nestled by a lazy river, lived Nephy, a sleek orange cat with eyes like almonds.

The green wall

Upal, now the schoolteacher, thought of the Thakuran River for his research activities.

Evening of elegance: 'Best Face, Best Dress Award Programme'

A thing of beauty is a joy forever. Surely. However, beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder. On the evening of Thursday, 21 November, as Kolkata's streets embraced the deepening dusk, a quiet magic took hold outside the gates of the Rotary Sadan auditorium on Jawaharlal Nehru Road.

Debutant Rana credits Bumrah for easing pressure off him

It's a common term in cricket—fast bowlers hunt in pairs. And when the leader of the pack, in this case Jasprit Bumrah, runs through the top order to set the tone, it often eases off the pressure from the younger lot.

It's coming too slow: Yashasvi Jaiswal engages in fiery exchange with Mitchell Starc

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and Australian spearhead Mitchell Starc were involved in a fiery battle during the second session on day two of the first Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth.

Guwahati to host FMSCI National Rally Sprint Championship on Sunday

The FMSCI Indian National Rally Sprint Championship (INRSC) for two-wheelers will make its way to Guwahati for the East Zone round on Sunday.

IPL auction: PBKS, RCB arrive as fattest cats; Pant, Iyer, Rahul among hot cakes

It's that time of the year again! The IPL mega-auction, set to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia for the next couple of days will witness all the 10 franchises going all out in the fiercest of bidding wars to complete their squads, at least for the next three seasons.

Jaiswal, Rahul dominate Australia as India take firm control of Perth Test

Openers post 172-run stand to put India in command as visitors take a lead of 218 runs on second day

NEUFC forward Ajaraie is ISL Player of the Month

NorthEast United FC forward Alaaeddine Ajaraie has been named the Indian Super League (ISL) Player of the Month for October 2024.

ISL: Goal fest on cards as Chennaiyin FC visit Kerala Blasters' stronghold

A long-standing and fascinating southern rivalry will reawaken when Kerala Blasters FC and Chennaiyin FC go against each other at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Sunday.

Santosh Trophy: Odisha rout Chhattisgarh, enter final rounds

Odisha qualified for the final rounds of the 78th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy from Group F qualifiers when they defeated Chhattisgarh 4-1 at the GNDU Sports Complex on Saturday.

ISL: 10-man NorthEast United FC ride early burst to defeat Punjab FC, cement spot among top three

NorthEast United FC scored a terrific 2-1 victory against Punjab FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi as an early burst by their frontline paved the way for the Highlanders to grab three points from this encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 tonight.

Gerardo Martino steps down as Inter Miami coach

Inter Miami head coach Gerardo \"Tata\" Martino has officially stepped down from his position, citing personal reasons, saying that it was an \"honor to work at such a special club\", leaving the club to its most successful period in history.