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Odisha Women eye redemption against Ho Chi Minh

KOLKATA: Odisha FC Women will take the field at Thong Nhat Stadium in Vietnam on Wednesday, with horrors of their previous encounter at the same venue still vivid in their memory. Their 17-0 demolition at the hands of reigning AFC women's club champions Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies was testimony to…

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Indian police charge man over doctor’s rape and murder in Kolkata hospital

Sanjay Roy charged with crime that prompted nationwide anger and protests over violence against women

The Guardian - UK

Durga Puja festival: where it originated and how it’s celebrated

Every October, Kolkata, the “city of joy” and capital of West Bengal in India, lights up to celebrate Durga Puja. The festival is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga – daughter, mother, warrior and defeater of demons.

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Kolkata Horror: AIIMS Delhi medics to hold candle march on Oct 9

The resident doctors at Delhi AIIMS will hold a candle march on October 9 for their demand for justice for the victim. Read further on Dynamite News:

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New women’s hockey team captain Salima Tete happy with progress under coach Harendra Singh

KOLKATA: Even as the Indian men’s hockey team grabbed their second consecutive Olympic bronze medal in Paris, the women’s team has been trying to get accustomed to a whole different system under new head coach Harendra Singh after failing to make it to the Games.

The Times of India

Three-star Mohun Bagan too powerful for newbies Mohammedan SC

KOLKATA: Jose Molina insisted on Friday that his Mohun Bagan SG project is new and would take time to take shape. If the team's abject 0-3 surrender at Bengaluru FC last week raised a crisis call, their response to it was almost immaculate, now brushing aside Mohammedan Sporting 3-0 at…

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One win will help East Bengal get back the rhythm in ISL: Interim coach Bino George

KOLKATA: Interim coach Bino George believes East Bengal FC are one win away from getting their ‘rhythm’ back as he begins the post Carles Cuadrat era with an away match against Jamshedpur FC on Saturday.

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Diamond Harbour FC gain promotion to I-League 2

KOLKATA: Diamond Harbour FC (DHFC) have sealed their promotion to the second division of I-League, defeating Keinou Library and Sports Association 2-0 at the Naihati stadium on Wednesday.

The Times of India

Anushtup Majumder named Bengal Ranji skipper

KOLKATA: Seasoned campaigner Anushtup Majumder was named the skipper of the Bengal Ranji Trophy side for the upcoming season after a Cricket Association of Bengal's selection committee meeting here. Majumder replaced Manoj Tiwary, who retired at the end of last domestic season.

The Times of India

Sacred Filth Offers India's Sex Workers Brief Respect

Every year in India's megacity Kolkata, the world's oldest trade gets fleeting respect from an ancient custom -- when soil outside brothels is considered sacred and collected for Hindu rituals.

International Business Times

ISL: 10-man NEUFC held at home by Kerala Blasters

KOLKATA: Looking to make a comeback to winning ways in front of their home fans, a 10-man NorthEast United FC paid the price for profligacy and were left to eke out a 1-1 draw against Kerala Blasters in an Indian Super League (ISL) match in Guwahati on Sunday.

The Times of India

Borja hat-trick sinks East Bengal in ISL

KOLKATA: It was not a homecoming East Bengal fans were awaiting. After suffering two away defeats, the red-and-gold brigade completed a hat-trick of defeats in this ISL as they went down 2-3 to FC Goa in their first home match at the Salt Lake Stadium here on Friday. This time…

The Times of India

Sombre mood after a Kolkata rape and murder dampens Durga Puja celebrations

Losses mount for businesses as residents are in no mood to celebrate after the brutal rape and murder of a doctor.

Al Jazeera

Teenage girl dies after collapsing halfway through flight from Iraq to China

Flight was redirected for emergency landing in Kolkata, India, but the girl was declared dead upon arrival at hospital

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Kolkata’s iconic 150-year-old tram service faces discontinuation; heritage stretch from Maidan to Esplanade will continue

Kolkata, the last Indian city to operate trams, is set to bid farewell to its 150-year-old tram service as the West Bengal government has decided to discontinue most of its routes. Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty announced the decision, citing increasing traffic congestion in the city as a primary reason. However,…

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On this day, 47 years ago! When Pele brought 'Mecca of Indian football' to a standstill

NEW DELHI: The footballing legend Pele, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, brought the football-crazy city of Kolkata, often called the 'Mecca of Indian football' to a standstill on September 24, 1977, exactly 47 years ago on this day.

The Times of India

Scent of revenge as Mohun Bagan down NorthEast United in 5-goal thriller

KOLKATA: From Mohun Bagan SG's perspective, it might be a revenge served in the rain.

The Times of India

NEUFC battle flu ahead of MBSG clash

KOLKATA: "It's going to be difficult for us. I hope we can make it difficult for Mohun Bagan SG, too," NorthEast United FC head coach Juan Pedro Benali said at Saturday's press conference in Guwahati before leaving for Kolkata to take on Mohun Bagan Super Giant in their second match…

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Imran Khan should get to next level: Khalid Jamil

KOLKATA: Jamshedpur FC coach Khalid Jamil was more than pleased with the performance of Imran Khan who had an incredible Indian Super League (ISL) game against Mumbai City FC at JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur on Saturday.

The Times of India

East Bengal stay unbeaten after surviving Mohammedan Sporting scare

KOLKATA: League leaders East Bengal FC had to rally twice to share the spoils with defending champions Mohammedan Sporting in an entertaining 2-2 stalemate in their CFL Super Six championship round match at the Naihati stadium on Friday.

The Times of India

Punjab FC's Luka Majcen out for 6-8 weeks with fractured jaw

KOLKATA: Punjab FC suffered a severe blow very early into the Indian Super League (ISL) season 11 campaign as their pivotal, overseas striker Luka Majcen was ruled out for at least 6-8 weeks, due to the injury suffered during their season opener against Kerala Blasters FC in Kochi on Sunday.

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Kolkata Horror: CBI gives 3 day remand to College Principal, SHO

The Sealdah Court has approved the CBI prayer for extending the custody of College's principal Ghosh and Tala Police Station Officer-in-Charge Abhijit Mondol by 3 days. Read further on Dynamite News:

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WB: Junior doctors request another meeting with govt to resolve unmet demands

The West Bengal government accepted some of their demands including the removal of the police chief of Kolkata and two senior health officials. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

A lot at stake as Mohun Bagan get ready for Asian football

KOLKATA: Mohun Bagan SG's start to the season may be a bit bumpy. A loss to NorthEast United in the Durand Cup final to allowing Mumbai City FC to snatch a 2-2 draw in the Indian Super League opener is anything but confidence-boosting. More worryingly, the team failed to protect…

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East Bengal top CFL Super 6 standings after routing Suruchi Sangha 5-0

KOLKATA: East Bengal FC’s juggernaut continued to roll on in the CFL Premier Division with Bino George’s unbeaten team crushing Suruchi Sangha 5-0 in their second Super Six championship round match on Tuesday.

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