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Karhal assembly bypoll an all-Yadav affair

The crucial assembly by-election for the Karhal assembly seat in Uttar Pradesh that has attracted all eyes turned out to be a family affair contested between the sons-in-law of late Mulayam Singh Yadav, and RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav.

Campaigning to end Monday evening in 9 Assembly bypolls in UP

The campaign for the nine assembly byelections has intensified in Uttar Pradesh with just 24 hours left to end electioneering before the elections on Wednesday.

Akhilesh Yadav claims BJP's internal survey shows party losing all nine seats in bypolls

Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav fiercely attacked the Yogi Adityanath government on Sunday, claiming that the BJP's internal survey indicates the party is losing all nine seats in the Uttar Pradesh assembly by-elections on November 20.

Fire safety verification to start in UP hospitals from Monday

In the wake of the death of 11 newborns in a fire that broke out in the Maharani Lakshmibai Medical College in Jhansi, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to launch safety checks in every hospital in the state afresh.

Jhansi Hospital fire: Toll rises to 11, negligence suspected

The tragedy unfolded late Friday night when a short circuit sparked a fire in the NICU, claiming the lives of 10 newborns initially; later the DM confirmed the death of another child, making it 11 infants

Late-night car accident in Howrah: Two dead, three injured

A late-night car accident in Howrah has resulted in two fatalities, including the driver.

State government to launch drive to promote safer helmets for two-wheeler riders

In an effort to prevent loss of life in road mishaps involving two-wheelers, the state government will introduce a state-of-the-art helmet.

464th Ras Mela in Moynagarh celebrates centuries of culture and communal harmony

The historic 464th Ras Mela, a centuries-old celebration of communal harmony and cultural heritage, has officially begun in Moynagarh.

TMC counters BJP's Litti Chokha festival with Phuchka Utsav

To counter the Litti Chokha festival of the BJP, the TMC has resorted to a Phuchka Utsav in West Burdwan district.

Councillor murder bid: Cops search for second weapon

Divers were employed to search a canal near the home of ward no 108 councillor Sushanta Ghosh

Tension in Murshidabad over clashes between two groups

Tension has erupted in Beldanga in West Bengal's Murshidabad following clashes between two groups of people as a result of which train services were disrupted in the area for some time.

Ten-day Durgapur Utsav to be held from 6 Dec

The Durgapur Chamber of Commerce and Industries will organise the second Durgapur Utsav from 6 December.

Two neighbours injured in clash over land dispute

Two neighbours were injured after they fought each other with swords and firearms in Monoberia, Barakar, under the Kulti Police Station area of the Asansol Durgapur Police Commissionerate this morning.

Lakhs of devotees visit four-century-old Radhaballav Temple at Serampore during Rashyatra

Lakhs of devotees, filled with faith and belief, are drawn to the more than four-century-old Radhaballav Temple at Serampore during Rashyatra.

Labour minister intervenes in tea gardens bonus dispute

Moloy Ghatak assured trade union leaders of another meeting within 15 days

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway resumes toy train service on NJP-Darjeeling route

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) resumed its Toy train regular services from New Jalpaiguri station to Darjeeling on Sunday after a long gap.

Bengal lottery scam: Lucky draws on unsold tickets, ED unearths fraud

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials probing the alleged financial fraud and money laundering through lottery tickets in West Bengal are probing three particular angles in the alleged scam.

Husband won't allow hospital delivery, woman dies in childbirth

A woman tragically died in Basirhat last night after her husband defied government directives and chose to deliver their child at home.

Asansol Division DRM conducts inspections to address infrastructure, passenger services improvements

Chetna Nand Singh, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Asansol Division, Eastern Railway, conducted a series of inspections and meetings today to address infrastructure and passenger service improvements.

COP29: India expresses dissatisfaction with developed countries over climate finance

India has expressed dissatisfaction over the unwillingness of developed countries to engage with the developing world on the Climate Finance and Mitigation Work Programme (MWP) at COP29 being held in Baku, Azerbaijan.

India, Nigeria reaffirm their commitment to jointly fight terrorism, piracy, radicalisation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to jointly fight terrorism, piracy and radicalisation.

Shah reviews security situation in Manipur

NDA ally NPP withdraws support to BJP government in Manipur

I-T ultimatum to taxpayers: Disclose assets held abroad, or face penalty of ₹10 lakh

Failure to disclose assets held abroad or income earned on foreign shores in the ITR can attract a penalty of Rs 10 lakh under the anti-black money law, the Income-Tax (I-T) Department cautioned taxpayers on Sunday.

'Respect, trust and care are non-negotiable in a marriage'

People today are at a phase where relationships fail in front of the modern-day challenges. However, in contrast, there are Anup Kumar Roy Choudhury and Lata Roy Choudhury, who set an inspiring example of how relationships are kept alive. Married on 12 July 1976, the couple has spent 48 years together overcoming numerous problems and unexpected trials.

Shadows, light and symphonies: Kim Barbier illuminates Kolkata with Western classical elegance

As the crisp evening air gave a slight shiver, the daylight dwindled with flocks of birds flying back home, and the smell of fall engulfed the city.

Spring in Sandalwood forest

reeparna thinks about Kolkata while seated in her chamber at the Bhagabatpur rural health centre. She believes her best days are being spent in this health centre.

Dev Deepawali: Binding India's spirituality & divinity

Being presented as the \"Festival of Lights for the Gods\", Dev Deepawali is one of the most special events that Varanasi celebrates. It usually takes place fifteen days after Diwali on the full moon day.

A closer look at Justice Sanjiv Khanna's landmark rulings as he takes oath as 51st CJI

Justice Sanjiv Khanna assumed office as the 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday, following Justice DY Chandrachud's tenure.

Have we 'woken' up?

Pundits, politicians, and public commentators intensely debate the election results, I caution against hyperbole and overinterpretation of what was, in reality, a close race, though the margin of victory looks wider than it actually is, due to the special quirk of the electoral college system.

BGT: Team India jolted by Gill's thumb injury ahead of opening Test in Perth

Star opener Shubman Gill picks up injury during practice, creates headache for coach Gautam Gambhir