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Admissions centralised in West Bengal colleges & universities

KOLKATA: The state education department on Thursday announced the rollout of centralised college admissions across state-run universities and colleges, with a few exceptions, to be implemented from the forthcoming admission season, after Class XII board results are declared.

The Times of India · Jun 3, 2022

Every draw is tricky, will have to be 'respectful and ruthless' against opponents: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

KOLKATA: India goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu does not want to belittle the lower-ranked opponents in the upcoming final round of the Asian Cup qualifiers and said the hosts have to be "respectful as well as ruthless" when they kick off their campaign on June 8.

The Times of India · Jun 2, 2022

Singer KK could have been saved if CPR was given on time: Doctor

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The Hindu · Jun 2, 2022

Singer KK dies of sudden heart attack: Why is it hard to detect heart attacks? Things you need to know

People woke up today to the news of the sudden demise of one of Bollywood's most popular singers, Krishnakumar Kunnath (KK). He was performing live at a concert last night. Reportedly, he was complaining of uneasiness and was rushed to the hospital, just to be declared dead. Shortly after, videos…

The Times of India · Jun 1, 2022

Indian singer KK dies after falling ill during concert

Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK, died on Tuesday night after falling ill in the middle of a concert, local media reported.

Reuters · Jun 1, 2022

KK passes away: 'Frightening to know life can be so uncertain that you are here now and gone the next moment,' says Shekhar Suman

"53 is no age to die. It is the age to achieve and accomplish, and flourish. It's hard to believe that we are paying tribute to a singer who was performing enthusiastically till late last night. And he's gone. It's hard to believe that we won't be able to ever,…

The Times of India · Jun 1, 2022

Manav Gohil: I remember KK used to hate the elimination process on our reality show Fame Gurukul

The untimely death of popular singer Krishnakumar Kunnath aka KK has come as a shock to everyone. The 53- year-old died in Kolkata on Tuesday night after performing at a concert there. His songs have touched many hearts and actor Manav Gohil is one of them. The two in fact…

The Times of India · Jun 1, 2022

Star Bollywood Singer KK Dies after Concert at 53

Star Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died of a heart attack at age 53 after a concert, officials said Wednesday, prompting a flood of tributes. "His songs reflected a wide range of emotions (and) struck a chord with people of all age groups," Prime Minister Narendra Modi…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 1, 2022

'Sweating profusely': Fans share startling details about the concert, after which KK died of heart attack

Singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK in film and music industry and also among fans, died of heart attack around 10.30pm on Tuesday. He was 53 years old and had just completed giving a live performance at Nazrul Manch, Kolkata. Hours before his demise, KK had shared pictures of…

The Times of India · Jun 1, 2022

Popular Bollywood singer KK collapses and dies an hour after 'pulsating gig'

Bollywood fans are in mourning after popular singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, aka KK, collapsed and died a short while after performing on stage in the Indian metro city of Kolkata.

ABC News · Jun 1, 2022