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Abhishek stranded by tribal agitation in Kalna

Forty tribal organizations observed a 12-hour Bengal bandh today in protest against the proposed inclusion of the Kurmi community into the Scheduled Tribe category.

Abhishek connects with locals through road shows in Nadia

Trinamul Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee embarked on a series of roadshows today as part of the party's Trinamule Nabajowar programme and arrived at Krishnagar.

Commuters face woes during afternoon hours with few buses on the roads

The prevailing heat wave has added to the challenges faced by the citizens of Kolkata

Coal smuggling case: ED questions Abhishek's wife

Rujira Narula was questioned for around four hours.

SEC announces rural polls on 8 July, Opp decries short time gap

The newly-appointed state Election Commissioner Rajiva Sinha said the results may be declared on 11 July

CPIM slams 'poor' law and order in Siliguri

The CPI-M today hit the streets in protest against the alleged deterioration of law and order in Siliguri following the murder of two persons within a gap of a few hours on 6 June. The party organised a protest march on Hill Cart Road.

NFR takes steps to ensure safe train travel

Constant monitoring of various parameters in rail safety is a continuous process and continuous endeavour is made to maintain and improve the same, the NF Railway said today.

N Dinajpur pvt buses go on strike over Dalkhola route

In the absence of private buses on the roads, passengers in the district have already started facing problems, it is learnt.

Centre nod to Darjeeling district rural road plans

The approved projects are NH55 Giddha Pahar to Rohini via Lower Sirubari; Koilagodam to Jogighat via Sabjemana, Ghalaytar; Ghumti to Mahaldiram via Shivakhola; Poobong to Namring via Power House; Mungpoo PWD Road to Takdah Cantonment; Soureni Bazar to Dus No Fatak; Kharbari to SH-12 (Dudhey) via Nole; Tamsang Fatak to Mim Tea Estate (TE); Pussumbing Fatak to Tongsoong TE via Pussminbong TE; Kainjaley to Maneybhanjyang via Bihibarey-Relling, Darjeeling Lebong to Yanku, and Bijanbari to Lodhoma via Kainjalay.

DRDO successfully flight-tests Agni Prime ballistic missile off Odisha coast

During the flight test, all objectives were successfully demonstrated, according to official sources.

No Indian will be left behind in wellness journey: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government’s unwavering commitment towards a healthier India has led to significant strides in the healthcare sector, and the government will ensure that no Indian is left behind in the journey towards wellness

'No violence in last 48 hours; MHA has cleared ₹101.75-cr relief package for Manipur'

To provide relief to the displaced people of Manipur, Singh said, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved a relief package worth Rs 101.75 crore.

Rural polls in West Bengal on 8 July, results probably on 11 July

Rural body elections in West Bengal will be held on 8 July, the West Bengal State Election Commission (WBSEC) announced on Thursday.

Monsoon arrives in Kerala: IMD

Monsoon is crucial, especially for kharif crops, which are dependent on rains. India has three cropping seasons - summer, kharif and rabi.

RBI MPC retains repo rate at 6.5 pc, projects 6.5 pc GDP

The repo rate is the rate of interest at which RBI lends to other banks.

EAM Jaishankar turns up the heat on Canada

Says allowing anti-India elements not good for bilateral relationship

England has love affair with Ashes cricket: Stuart Broad

England pacer Stuart Broad said that England has a \"love affair\" with the Ashes series. England will play against Australia in the reputed Ashes series starting from June 16.

ISSF Junior WC: India picks up two more golds

India picked up two more golds, besides other medals at the ongoing International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Junior in Suhl, Germany, cementing their spot on the top of the medal tally, which now stands at five gold, four silver and two bronze medals, with two more competition days left.

This is a matter of boards, says Zaheer Abbas on Asia Cup 2023

Former Pakistan cricketer Zaheer Abbas gave his opinion on the ongoing controversy regarding the Asia Cup 2023.

Haddad Maia upsets Jabeur

Beatriz Haddad Maia on Wednesday became the first Brazilian woman to reach the Roland Garros semifinals in the Open Era after upsetting No.7 seed Tunisian Ons Jabeur 3-6, 7-6(5), 6-1, here.

WTC Final: Head's fifty powers Australia to 170/3 at Tea break

At Tea, Smith was 33 not out & gave Head company in an unbroken 94-run stand

In Jerusalem's contested Old City, Armenian community fears displacement after land deal

The 99-year lease of some 25pc of the Old City’s Armenian Quarter has touched sensitive nerves in the Holy Land

In Kenya, lions are speared to death as human-wildlife conflict worsens

Parkeru Ntereka lost almost half of his goat herd to hungry lions that wandered into his pen located near Kenya’s iconic Amboseli national park.

Iran reopens embassy in Saudi after 7-year closure

Iran has reopened its embassy in Saudi Arabia after seven years of closure, nearly three months after the two countries agreed to restore bilateral ties under a Chinese-brokered deal.

Opponents compete to square off against Venezuela's powerful leader

Maduro is backed by all-powerful United Socialist Party of Venezuela, which has controlled the nation & its oil wealth for a quarter-century

White woman who fatally shot Black neighbour arrested

A Florida woman accused of fatally shooting her neighbor last week in the violent culmination of what the sheriff described as a 2 ½-year feud was arrested Tuesday, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said.

North Dakota Guv launches long-shot bid for 2024 GOP presidential nomination

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has announced his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, adding his name to the long list of contenders hoping to dent former President Donald Trump’s early lead in the race.

Florida grand jury involved in Trump documents probe by Justice Dept: Sources

Federal prosecutors are using a grand jury in Florida as part of their investigation into the possible mishandling of classified documents at former President Donald Trump’s Palm Beach property, a person familiar with the matter said Tuesday night.

Putin 'may try to blow up largest nuclear plant in Europe': Ukraine

Russia may be plotting to blow up the largest nuclear power plant in Europe, Ukraine has warned, after explosions at a major dam and hydroelectric plant caused mass flooding in the Kherson region and sparked a humanitarian disaster, the media reported.

Sunak goes to US with Ukraine, economy on agenda for meet

The war will be the focus of Sunak’s meeting Thursday at the White House with President Joe Biden