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Goods train splits into two parts after its coupling breaks in Bihar

A goods train split into two parts after its coupling broke near the Kharia-Pipra halt on the Bhagalpur-Jamalpur line in Bihar on Saturday, affecting the traffic on the route.

Maha ministry portfolio pie to get 'final touches' on Sunday

Even after three weeks of intense and hectic negotiations and lobbying, as well as the intervention of the BJP's top brass in Delhi, sources said on Saturday evening that the list of Maharashtra's cabinet ministers and ministers of state is yet to be finalized and will be given \"final touches\" only by Sunday morning.

'Surest way to ensure degeneration is to put an institution or individual beyond scrutiny'

Institutional challenges from within and without often stem from the erosion of meaningful dialogue and authentic expression

Samvidhan showdown in LS: BJP reminds LoP Rahul of 1975 Emergency to blunt Congress attack

The Day 2 debate on 75 years of the Constitution's adoption witnessed fresh fireworks in the Lok Sabha, with the Congress and BJP members engaging in fierce verbal exchanges on Saturday.

Congress, BJP exchange heated words over couple's suicide in MP's Sehore

A war of words broke out between the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress in Madhya Pradesh over the tragic suicide of a businessman and his wife, who allegedly faced harassment by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

Asansol division's Madhupur station being redeveloped for better efficiency

Madhupur station, a vital location in the Asansol division of Eastern Railway, is undergoing significant redevelopment with a focus on creating modern infrastructure for improved train operations and passenger services.

IISCO Steel Plant launches recycled paver blocks in colourful shades

The IISCO Steel Plant (ISP) of Sail in Burnpur launched an innovative project aimed at converting LD slag, a byproduct of steel manufacturing, into environmentally sustainable paver blocks.

Vehicle with govt sticker hits e-cart, kills 2

An elderly patient and an electric rickshaw operator died and two health workers suffered grave wounds when a speeding four-wheeler bearing a West Bengal government board rammed into the e-rickshaw from the opposite end in Monteswar in East Burdwan on Saturday morning.

Locals allege illegal digging of Jalangi river embankment

A shocking act of alleged environmental disregard has put Krishnagar's Jalangi river in the spotlight, as councillor Palash Das of ward 25 stands accused of unauthorised digging near the riverbank.

WB CM congratulates successful candidates from state in ISS exam

CM Mamata said our students are showing improved performances in IAS & IPS examinations too

Bail to RG Kar accused: Left, Cong protest against CBI

Hardly 24 hours after the court granted bail to Prof (Dr) Sandip Ghosh and Abhijit Mondal, two accused in the heinous incident of rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at R G Kar Hospital on 9 August, CPM, Congress and the SUCI, along with doctors' bodies hit the streets in the city on Saturday afternoon to protest against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for its failure to submit charge sheet (CS) to the court within 90 days.

One detained in Golf Green murder Case

A severed head was recovered from Kolkata's Golf Green area, leading to the detention of one individual for questioning.

Sarovar Portico Kolkata Rajarhat opens in city

Sarovar Portico Kolkata Rajarhat opened its doors to the public recently.

TMC slams BJP's membership drive, calls it farce

The BJP presently has 12 Lok Sabha MPs from Bengal and two Rajya Sabha MPs

Lok Adalat settles ₹2.5 cr accident claim for Durgapur resident

The country's highest ever motor accident death benefit, amounting to Rs 2.5 crore for a single fatality, was settled by a Lok Adalat Bench here today, 12 years after the accident and the sum was handed over by a public sector insurance major to the mother, widow and daughter of the deceased engineer.

Cuffs on civic volunteer in alleged molest case

Chiranjib Singh, a civic police volunteer posted under Mohammad Bazar police station of Birbhum was arrested, allegedly for molesting a minor girl.

STF arrests arms dealer in Asansol

The Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal Police arrested Mohammed Arif, a resident of Jharia in Jharkhand from Chandmari in Railpar area under Asansol North police station today along with illegal arms and ammunition.

Dilip Ghosh Slams anti-India protests in Bangladesh

The former Bengal BJP president has been touring north Bengal for the party's membership drive

NF Railway enhances safety with new infrastructure

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has installed 'Thick Web Switch Point' machines with clamp-type locking at 31 stations across its zone to enhance safety features during November 2024.

Asansol boy tops Indian Statistical Service exam

Sinchan Snigdha Adhikary, a resident of Ismile in Asansol has topped the Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examinations held by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in the country.

Vijay Diwas: Military tattoo at Fort William

The Military Training Area astride Fort William, Kolkata, is set to come alive with an awe-inspiring display of skill, precision and valour on 16 December, as the Indian Army hosts the annual military tattoo to commemorate the 53rd Vijay Diwas.

South Korean National Assembly votes to impeach President Yoon

The South Korea's National Assembly voted on Saturday to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his botched imposition of martial law.

PM targets Cong in fiery tirade

Modi was replying to the debate in the Lok Sabha on the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution

Kerala protests against Centre's demand to pay for Wayanad airlifting costs

The Kerala government has strongly protested the Indian Air Force's (IAF) renewed demand that Kerala recompense the outstanding Rs. 132 crore airway bill incurred by the Ministry of Defence during disaster-related humanitarian operations since 2019, including during the Wayanad landslide.

Two Bills related to 'One Nation, One Election' listed for introduction in LS

Four days after getting a nod from the Union Cabinet, two Bills related to \"One Nation, One Election\" are listed for introduction in the Lok Sabha on 16 December.

Pakistan's star all-rounder Imad Wasim retires from international cricket, again

Nine months after reversing his decision to make himself available for the ICC T20 World Cup in June 2024, Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim on Friday announced his retirement from international cricket.

'He is on the way to being one of those greats': Ponting heaps praise on Travis Head

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting likened Travis Head's batting performances to that of his ex-teammate and the legendary wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist, and believes that the 30-year-old explosive southpaw has the makings to be one of those greats.

Carlsen lauds Gukesh, says won't challenge youngest champion's World title

Former World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen has confirmed that he has no intention of challenging newly crowned champion Gukesh D in the future.

BGT: India, Australia Continue tussle for supremacy at Gabba

Indians look to bounce back from Adelaide defeat while hosts eye series lead

India captain Harmanpreet Singh eyes Hockey World Cup title

Harmanpreet Singh, captain of the Indian hockey team, has a clear vision for the future: winning the World Cup.