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R G Kar financial scam: CBI video-records statements of witnesses

The investigating officials have identified Ghosh, Suman Hazra and Biplab Sinha as the biggest beneficiaries of the 'scam'

Government felicitates students with high scores in board exams

Fifteen students of West Burdwan district, who performed exceptionally well in the Madhyamik board and related examinations last year were felicitated by the state government today at their respective homes.

Mamata disapproves Semester System in primary education

Hardly five days after the West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) announced to introduce a semester system at the government and aided primary schools (from Classes I to V) on 28 December, chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday asked to withdraw the WBBPE's decision.

TMC Leader Dulal Sarkar Shot Dead

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her shock on social media while recalling the slain leader's association with the party; she also asked ministers Firhad Hakim and Sabina Yeasmin to visit Malda

Eastern Railway's Howrah division organises 100-day intensified campaign on TB elimination

The Divisional Railway Hospital, Howrah, under the Eastern Railway, organised an awareness programme as part of the 100-Day Intensified Campaign on TB Elimination today.

Primary teachers' job scam: Framing of charge sheet deferred again

The framing of the charge sheet on alleged primary teachers recruitment scam was deferred again on Thursday for three more days, owing to the illness of Sujoy Krishna Bhadra.

Online forgery: ED raids multiple locations in state

The officials of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are conducting raids at multiple locations in West Bengal in connection with an alleged online forgery scam since Thursday morning, sources said.

Sebaashray health camps start working in Diamond Harbour

All the Assembly segments under Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha seat ~ Diamond Harbour, Falta, Bishnupur, Budge Budge, Satgachia, Metiabruz and Maheshtala ~ will have these health camps

Government Has Worked for the People of Bengal: Abhishek

Trinamul Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee said he believes that the Sebaashray initiative will show the way to not just Bengal, but the whole nation.

BGT 2024-25: Struggling Rohit doubtful starter for Sydney Test

Amid rumours of Rohit Sharma mulling at Test retirement after the completion of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series, India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Thursday refused to clear the uncertainty over the out-of-form skipper's participation for the fifth and final Test, starting Friday at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Centre amends prison rules across states to address caste-based discrimination

In a step towards discouraging caste-based discrimination and addressing the issue with regard to prisoners, the Ministry of Home Affairs has amended the prison manual rules across the states and union territories.

Manu Bhaker, Gukesh D among four athletes to be awarded Khel Ratna

Double Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker and chess world champion D Gukesh are among the four athletes finalised for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award, the Sports Ministry announced on Thursday.

Oz Optimistic About Starc's Availability for Sydney Test

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald remained optimistic about left-arm quick Mitchell Starc's availability for the crucial fifth and final Test in Sydney, starting 3 January. Starc has been battling through sore ribs from day three of the Boxing Day Test but still managed to bowl effectively, including claiming the prized wicket of Virat Kohli on the final day.

How Manu Bhaker Got Over Tokyo Heartbreak to Create History at Paris 2024

The year 2024 turned out to be a game-changing period for shooter Manu Bhaker, who created history at the Paris Olympics 2024 by winning two medals in shooting events, and becoming the first Indian athlete in the post-independence era to achieve this feat after Norman Pritchard in 1900.

All not lost, calculated risks may see India retain BGT

Despite being outplayed by Australia in three consecutive Tests, hope is still alive for the Men In Blue

Deepti breaks into top-5 of ICC Women's ODI rankings

India off-spinner Deepti Sharma rose a spot to break into the top 5 in the latest ICC Women's ODI rankings for bowlers, following her match-winning performances in the recently concluded home series against the West Indies.

Bumrah captain, Jaiswal other Indian in Cricket Australia's Test Team of 2024

India's pace maestro Jasprit Bumrah has been in sublime form during the ongoing 2024-25 edition of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

United Cup: Fritz, Gauff Seal Quarter-Final Berth for USA

Taylor Fritz and Coco Gauff guided USA to the United Cup quarterfinals with a 3-0 win against Croatia on Tuesday.

Wolves Star Handed Two-Game Ban for 'Misconduct'

Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha has been handed a two-game ban by the Football Association (FA) after he was charged with 'misconduct' for acting in an 'improper manner' following their 1-2 defeat against Ipswich Town at the Molineux Stadium on 14 December.

Wayne Rooney sacked by struggling Plymouth

England and Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has been sacked by Championship club Plymouth Argyle after the side sits at 24th place in the league table.

Attacking flair, defensive shifts define ISL 2024-25 first half

As the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season capped off its 14th match week, notable changes in attacking, defensive and overall tactical trends have emerged as compared to the previous season.

Djokovic beats Hijikata, storms into second round in Brisbane

Novak Djokovic marked his return to singles action with a dominant win at the Brisbane International, dispatching Australian wildcard Rinky Hijikata 6-3, 6-3 at Pat Rafter Arena.

Premier League: Newcastle beat Man Utd, Ipswich stun Chelsea

The Magpies continue winless misery for former European champions, minnows Ipswich spring a surprise against London giants

Kolkata will remain most affordable residential market in India, premium & mid range will also see upward growth in 2025

With yet another year drawing to an end and a whole new year setting in, various stakeholders of the country's real estate sector are looking at how the year gone by played out for them and more importantly how does the new year look to be, what are the promises?

2024: Make in India 2.0 Develops Robust Manufacturing Sector

In the year 2024, Make in India 2.0 developed a robust manufacturing sector across 27 categories with renewed vigour and energy.

India's Fiscal Deficit for Apr-Nov Recorded at ₹8.47 Trillion

India's fiscal deficit for April-November was Rs 8.47 trillion, or 52.5 per cent of the estimate for the financial year, data from the government said.

Powergrid Signs Green Loan Agreement With SMBC

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a 'Maharatna' Public Sector Enterprise under Ministry of Power, Government of India, has signed a landmark green loan agreement with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) on 31st December 2024 at GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, underscoring its pivotal role in India's renewable energy transformation.

Output of 8 key infrastructure sectors slows down to 4.3 pc in Nov

The output of eight key infrastructure sectors slowed down to 4.3 per cent in November 2024 against 7.9 per cent growth registered a year ago, data released by the government said on Tuesday.

Market shows mixed trend on final trading day

About 2,239 shares advanced, 1,571 shares declined, 97 shares were unchanged

Oil and gas industry set for long-term benefits with digitalisation: Report

Digitalisation initiatives could provide long-term benefits to the oil and gas industry globally, a report showed on Tuesday.