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Bangladesh violence: TMC MP writes to EAM demanding update in Parl

Senior Trinamul Congress (TMC) MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay today urged external affairs minister S Jaishankar to provide a comprehensive update in Parliament on the Union government's stance regarding recent developments in Bangladesh.

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November 30, 2024
VHP urges global action against Hindu persecution in Bangladesh
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VHP urges global action against Hindu persecution in Bangladesh

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has called on the international community to intervene for the immediate release of monk Chinmay Krishna Das and to address the ongoing persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh.

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November 30, 2024
Cyclones in Bay of Bengal are taking longer in passing over land: DG Meteorology of IMD
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Cyclones in Bay of Bengal are taking longer in passing over land: DG Meteorology of IMD

Studies reveal number of cyclones in Bay of Bengal has seen a reduction

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November 30, 2024
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RG Kar irregularities case: CBI names Sandip Ghosh in charge sheet

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday filed its first charge sheet at a special court in Kolkata in connection with the multi-crore financial irregularities matter at the state-run R G Kar Medical College and Hospital.

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November 30, 2024
‘Oppspreading lies, conspiring against nation after being repeatedly rejected'
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‘Oppspreading lies, conspiring against nation after being repeatedly rejected'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on Opposition parties, accusing them of spreading lies and conspiring against the nation after being repeatedly rejected by the people.

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November 30, 2024
Cong to set up internal panels to look into poll performance
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Cong to set up internal panels to look into poll performance

The Congress Working Committee (CWC), on Friday, decided to constitute internal committees to look into the matters related to the party's electoral performance in the wake of the party's dismal show in the Maharashtra Assembly elections.

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November 30, 2024
Maha CM suspense continues; Mahayuti meeting cancelled
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Maha CM suspense continues; Mahayuti meeting cancelled

Even after the top leaders of the BJP-backed Mahayuti, Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, returned after meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday evening in Delhi, there was no relief from the long suspense about who will be the Chief Minister of Maharashtra as late as Friday evening.

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November 30, 2024
‘India has taken serious note of attacks against minorities, shared concerns with Bangladesh’
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‘India has taken serious note of attacks against minorities, shared concerns with Bangladesh’

The Union government has taken serious note of incidents of violence against Hindus and other minorities, and shared its concerns with the interim government in Bangladesh.

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November 30, 2024
Sambhal masjid Case: SC halts proceedings
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Sambhal masjid Case: SC halts proceedings

Top court directs UP govt to ensure peace and harmony in Sambhal

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November 30, 2024
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Mizoram's new Chief Secretary Khilli Ram Meena takes charge

Senior IAS officer Khilli Ram Meena on Thursday took charge as the new Chief Secretary of Mizoram.

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November 29, 2024
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Starving public service will starve our country too

As Bhutan aspires to become a developed nation by 2034, it must confront a critical challenge threatening this ambitious goal: the continuous exodus of qualified and experienced public servants seeking better opportunities abroad.

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November 29, 2024
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Mission mode effort underway for plastic-free Mahakumbh

The 2025 Mahakumbh in Prayagraj will not only be a spiritual and faith-driven event but also a rich cultural and social experience for millions of devotees. Besides, it will be environmentally-friendly.

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November 29, 2024
B2B foodtech fair starts in city
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B2B foodtech fair starts in city

The 21st International Foodtech Kolkata 2024, Eastern India's Premier business-to-business (B2B) exhibition for food processing, bakery, mithai & namkeen, dairy, ice-cream and hospitality industry, will be held at the Biswa Bangla Milan Mela Complex in from 29 November to 1 December.

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November 29, 2024
ISKCON centre in Bangladesh's Shibchar 'forcibly shut down'
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ISKCON centre in Bangladesh's Shibchar 'forcibly shut down'

As the news about Chinmoy Krishna's arrest spread on social media, several protests broke out in Chittagong, demanding his immediate release

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November 29, 2024
He's a huge talent:Oz star Mitchell Starc showers praise on Jaiswal
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He's a huge talent:Oz star Mitchell Starc showers praise on Jaiswal

Australia pacer Mitchell Starc praised India's young batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal, describing the 22-year-old as a \"huge\" talent in Indian cricket.

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November 29, 2024
'Auction couldn't have gone much better': Ponting delighted with PBKS squad
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'Auction couldn't have gone much better': Ponting delighted with PBKS squad

Delighted at the composition of the new-look Punjab Kings squad after the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, head coach Ricky Ponting showered praises on the franchise's analysts and scouts for their efforts, saying 'it couldn't have gone much better' on the auction table.

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November 29, 2024
U-19 Asia Cup: Anticipation builds for India-Pakistan showdown
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U-19 Asia Cup: Anticipation builds for India-Pakistan showdown

As the ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup 2024 approaches, anticipation builds for what promises to be an exciting showcase of young cricketing talent.

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November 29, 2024
Sri Lanka bundled out for 42 by South Africa, slump to their lowest Test score
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Sri Lanka bundled out for 42 by South Africa, slump to their lowest Test score

Sri Lanka have recorded their lowest total in Test cricket after being bowled out for just 42 by South Africa in their ongoing series-opening game at Kingsmead on Thursday.

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November 29, 2024
BGT: McSweeney left overawed by Indian bowling during Test debut
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BGT: McSweeney left overawed by Indian bowling during Test debut

Australian opener heaps praise on Indian bowlers after disappointing debut during Perth Test

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November 29, 2024
Rodri aims for Manchester City return before season end
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Rodri aims for Manchester City return before season end

Manchester City midfielder Rodri is aiming to return to action before the season ends after suffering a ruptured ACL in his right knee during the team's 2-2 draw with Arsenal in September.

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November 29, 2024
ISL 2024-25: Mohun Bagan aim for top spot as Chennaiyin FC come calling
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ISL 2024-25: Mohun Bagan aim for top spot as Chennaiyin FC come calling

Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant will be eager to return to the top of the Indian Super League (ISL) points table when they take on struggling Chennaiyin FC at the Salt Lake Stadium here on Saturday.

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November 29, 2024
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Valencia to take on Ejea in Copa del Rey second round

The draw for the second round of the Spanish Copa del Rey was held on Wednesday after the first round was completed on Tuesday night with Getafe and Valencia both qualifying.

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November 29, 2024
PKL: Haryana Steelers take on Tamil Thalaivas, aim to make fewer errors
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PKL: Haryana Steelers take on Tamil Thalaivas, aim to make fewer errors

Sitting pretty at the top of the points table, the Haryana Steelers have been in superb form through the course of Season 11 of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) so far and skipper Jaideep says his team is ready to do whatever possible to stay at the top.

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November 29, 2024
ISL: East Bengal host NEUFC, seek first win of season
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ISL: East Bengal host NEUFC, seek first win of season

In-form NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) head to the City of Joy for a crucial away match against East Bengal FC (EBFC), who are eager to secure their first win of the season.

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November 29, 2024
Champions League: Liverpool beat Real Madrid, Dortmund thrash Dinamo Zagreb
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Champions League: Liverpool beat Real Madrid, Dortmund thrash Dinamo Zagreb

Liverpool become first team to confirm last 16 berth, Borussia Dortmund outclass Dinamo Zagreb 3-0

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November 29, 2024
'Sugar cannot be easily absorbed by the body'
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'Sugar cannot be easily absorbed by the body'

Fasting once a year, for three days, especially without water, can be good for you. When we fast, our body is deprived of external energy sources, it begins to consume its own dead and toxic cells, effectively detoxifying itself.

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November 29, 2024
Reviving Indrajal memories for Kolkata
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Reviving Indrajal memories for Kolkata

The nip in the air is palpable, so is the gradual coming of the much-awaited winter. The summer and the heat have had a rather lengthy spell this year. Hopefully, that is coming to an end, and the merry cold season is going to take over.

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November 29, 2024
College workshop demonstrates the power of ham radio
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College workshop demonstrates the power of ham radio

The department of journalism and mass communication, the disaster management cell and the IQAC (Internal Quality Assurance Cell) of Women's Christian College, Kolkata, organised a one-day workshop on \"The Usefulness of HAM Radio in Disaster Mitigation\".

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November 29, 2024
Why is BJP unable to announce Maha CM despite majority, asks Sanjay Raut
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Why is BJP unable to announce Maha CM despite majority, asks Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (Uddhav Bal Thackeray) ridiculed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Mahayuti alliance for the \"suspense\" about announcing the name of the Maharashtra Chief Minister.

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November 29, 2024
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Meghalaya-Assam border talks to resume soon: CM Conrad Sangma assures progress

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has announced that the second phase of border talks with Assam will resume soon, aiming to resolve the remaining boundary disputes between the two states.

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November 29, 2024