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Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan books semifinal spot with win over Jamshedpur FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) beat Jamshedpur FC 9-8 on penalties to book a semi-final berth in the third quarter-final of the IndianOil Durand Cup, played here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan.... read..

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"Why did Jharkhand govt take so long?": West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on JSSC-CGL cancellation

West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Tuesday criticised the Jharkhand government over its delayed decision to cancel the JSSC-CGL examination, alleging that authorities ignored students' demands until protests escalated and led to a lathi-charge.... read..

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CJP's Ashutosh Ranka alleges BJP planning violence during his Bengal visit

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka has alleged that the BJP was planning violence during his visit to West Bengal on Monday.... read..

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Durand Cup: East Bengal march into semis with 1-0 win over Indian Army FT

A first-half header from PV Vishnu saw East Bengal FC edge past a spirited Indian Army FT side and book their place in the semifinals of the IndianOil Durand Cup played here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan.... read..

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"Because of his sacrifices, West Bengal exists today": BJP's Anirban Ganguly welcomes decision to include Syama Prasad Mookerjee in state curriculum

BJP leader Anirban Ganguly on Saturday welcomed the decision to include the contributions of Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee in West Bengal's school and university curriculum, asserting that the state exists today because of the sacrifices made by the founder o... read..

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"Proud to be here after 50 years": Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari visits Sri Aurobindo Bhavan on Independence Day

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday visited Sri Aurobindo Bhavan in Kolkata on the occasion of Independence Day and Sri Aurobindo's birth anniversary.... read..

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"Everyone should pledge to protect nation's unity, integrity, security": RSS Gen Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale marks Independence Day

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale on Saturday hoisted the Tricolour at the RSS office in Kolkata on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day and called on people to contribute towards the nation's development and uph... read..

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West Bengal: CM Suvendu Adhikari announces new measures to promote girls' education

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday announced a series of measures aimed at promoting girls' education and women's empowerment, including the Kanya Ratna Scholarship and enhanced financial assistance for students.... read..

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"Mai bohot hi chota artist hu, islie nhi bulaya...": Mithun Chakraborty on Kolkata Film Festival snub

Padma Bhushan recipient and BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty revealed that he was not invited to the film festival in Kolkata, despite attending a meeting on celebrations marking the birth centenary of Bengali cinema icon Uttam Kumar.... read..

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"Number is from Kolkata, police will do the needful": Sourav Ganguly after receiving death threats

Former India cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday broke his silence on the alleged death threats received by him and his family over the past six months, expressing confidence that the authorities will take necessary action.... read..

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"Opposition doesn't want discussion": Sukanta Majumdar accuses Opposition of avoiding discussion in Parliament

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar accused the Opposition of avoiding a discussion in Parliament and said that the government was ready to debate the issues raised by them.... read..

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West Bengal CM announces Rs 10 crore aid for flood-hit Assam

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced Rs 10 crore assistance for flood-struck Assam. He said that the funds will be disbursed from the Chief Minister's relief fund.... read..

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West Bengal govt withdraws Banga Bibhushan honour conferred on BJP MP Nagendra Ray

The West Bengal government on Thursday withdrew and annulled the Banga Bibhushan honour conferred on Nagendra Ray alias Ananta Maharaj on February 21.... read..

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West Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul seeks arrest of Nirmal Ghosh's aide in RG Kar case

West Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul on Thursday welcomed the arrest of ex-TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh in connection with the RG Kar case and demanded the arrest of another person, Somnath, whom she described as his "right-hand man".... read..

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"Home Minister was ready to respond": Saayoni Ghosh hits out at Opposition over Parliament disruptions

Nationalist Citizen Party of India (NCPI) MP Saayoni Ghosh on Thursday criticised the Opposition for disruptions during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, saying the time of the House is precious for raising issues and such conduct affects the dignity of ... read..

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Kolkata: Nurse found dead in washroom of NRS Medical College during night shift

A 30-year-old female nurse was found unconscious inside a washroom at NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata during her night shift and was later declared dead, police said on Thursday.... read..

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West Bengal Assembly passes Howrah ward delimitation amendment bill

The West Bengal Assembly on Wednesday passed the Howrah ward delimitation amendment bill, with state ministers stressing the need to redraw ward boundaries in view of the growing population and ensure effective delivery of civic services.... read..

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Durand Cup: Indian Army FT seal quarter-final berth with dramatic late win over Mohammedan SC

Indian Army Football Team produced a spirited second-half comeback to defeat Mohammedan Sporting Club 2-1 in the final Group B fixture of the 135th Durand Cup at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Wednesday.... read..

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"Fell in love with character": Bengali actor Jeet on playing revolutionary Ananta Lal Singh in 'Keu Bole Biplobi, Keu Bole Dakat'

Bengali actor Jeet is set to play freedom fighter and revolutionary Ananta Lal Singh in his upcoming film 'Keu Bole Biplobi, Keu Bole Dakat'.... read..

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'Rahul Gandhi lacks courage'; West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh

West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Wednesday hit out at Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, questioning his absence from Jharkhand amid the ongoing political and student-related developments in the state.... read..

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"Gen Z smart, future of India in their hands": Actor Jeet praises youth-led protests

Bengali actor Jeet has praised Gen Z for being "smart" and clear-thinking, while urging young people to continue speaking up and playing their part in the country's future.... read..

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"Because of that large brick, I had chest pain": Mamata Banerjee over convoy attack, police bias

Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged on Tuesday that a stone, described by her as a "large brick" thrown at her car during a recent convoy attack left her experiencing chest pain.... read..

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Garden reach Shipbuilders launches advanced Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel in Kolkata

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) on Tuesday achieved a major milestone in indigenous shipbuilding with the launch of the first Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) in Kolkata.... read..

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