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China Pal, the idol-maker who became an idol

China Pal, 45, is today a respected member of Kolkata’s idol-making fraternity that is based in the riverside settlement of Kumartuli.

The Hindu

Eco-friendly Ganeshas reinforce the green message

Clay idols are all decked up and ready to go to the pandals

The Hindu

I am confident of competing with world’s best weightlifters: Achinta Sheuli

KOLKATA: Achinta Sheuli is, quite understandably, tired. The Commonwealth Games gold medalwinning weightlifter has been attending endless felicitations since he arrived home from Birmingham. Despite the busy schedule, the 20-year-old took time out to chat with TOI, share his experiences and expectations from the future.

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Mumbai City beat Indian Navy 4-1 in Durand Cup

KOLKATA: Former Indian Super League champions Mumbai City FC (MCFC) overcame early hiccups to beat Indian Navy 4-1 in their opening Durand Cup match at the Saltlake Stadium on Thursday.

The Times of India

West Bengal SSC scam case: Custody of Partha Chatterjee, Arpita Mukherjee extended till August 31

KOLKATA: A special court on Thursday extended the judicial remand of former West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee and his alleged close aide Arpita Mukherjee — both arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the School Service Commission (SSC) scam — by 14 more days.

The Times of India

Raju Srivastava's condition deteriorates; Top Neurologist Padma Srivastava called from Kolkata - Exclusive

There is sad news coming from AIIMS Hospital in Delhi. Raju Srivastava's condition has deteriorated. The stand-up comedian has been in a very delicate and critical condition since last night. Raju's blood pressure had dropped drastically yesterday evening; it has currently been stabilized but the overall condition has gone further…

The Times of India

Durand Cup: Chhetri, Roy Krishna on target as 10-man BFC down Jamshedpur 2-1

KOLKATA: Sunil Chhetri and Roy Krishna scored a goal each as 10-man Bengaluru FC overcame some anxious second-half moments to down Jamshedpur FC 2-1 in the Durand Cup on Wednesday.

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ED officials visit Kolkata jail to quiz arrested ex-Bengal minister

“We had quizzed Arpita yesterday.”

The Hindu

Trial run for cargo movement from Kolkata to northeast via Bangladesh port successful

Cargo movement from Kolkata port to the northeastern states through the India-Bangladesh Protocol route will not only reduce transit cost and time but also help in boosting the economy

The Hindu

AFC Cup: ATKMB keeping fingers crossed

KOLKATA: With Indian football reeling under a Fifa ban, ATK Mohun Bagan have suddenly found themselves as a victim of circumstances. Juan Ferrando's side is preparing for the season-opening Durand Cup where they will start their campaign against I-League outfit Rajasthan United FC on Saturday. But it's their bigger ambition…

The Times of India

Durand Cup: Super sub Faslu Rahman stars as Mohammedan beat FC Goa 3-1

KOLKATA: Kolkata giants Mohammedan SC kicked off their Durand Cup campaign with a stunning 3-1 come-from-behind win over defending champions FC Goa on Tuesday.

The Times of India

FIFA ban fails to dampen spirit of Durand Cup as 131st edition begins with pomp and fanfare

KOLKATA: The dark clouds hovering over Indian football failed to dampen the spirit of the Durand Cup, as the 131st edition of Asia's oldest tournament of the sport kicked off with much pomp and fanfare at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Durand Cup kicks off today

FC Goa takes on local giant Mohammedan Sporting in the opener

The Hindu

India at 75 | With Mahatma, 75 years after the freedom hour

Gandhi Bhawan felt as lonely in the 75th year of Independence as it was on August 15, 1947 when Mahatma Gandhi stayed in this house on the day India got its freedom

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Kolkata IM wins title in Barcelona

KOLKATA: City boy Aronyak Ghosh is having a good run at the international arena. On his maiden visit to Europe, the International Master claimed the Obert Internacional meet title in Barcelona this week. Ghosh finished on top with seven points remaining unbeaten in this nine-round tournament, winning five and drawing…

The Hindu

Teacher’s forced resignation over bikini picture on social media triggers anger in Kolkata academia

Over 13,000 people have already signed online petition against St. Xavier’s University Vice-Chancellor, demanding strict action against him

The Hindu

India at 75 | In Kolkata, a tribute to forgotten revolutionaries

West Bengal State Archives brings to life the memory of less-known freedom fighters in a series of Independence Day exhibitions

The Times of India

Miscreants loot Rs 5 lakh in cash from Kolkata resident, 2 held

BANKURA(WB): Police have arrested two persons for allegedly looting Rs 5 lakh in cash from a man in West Bengal's Bankura district, an official said on Saturday. The incident happened at Nachur More under the jurisdiction of Jaipur police station of the district, he said.

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Legends League Cricket's second edition to kick off with special match at Eden Gardens

NEW DELHI: The iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata will be hosting the first game of the second edition of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) on September 16, the organisers said on Friday.

The Hindu

CBI arrests Trinamool Congress leader Anubrata Mondal in cattle smuggling case

The TMC leader had twice skipped his scheduled appearance before the central probe agency in the last few days.

The Times of India

Trinamool Congress slams ‘selective outrage’ in Calcutta HC assets PIL

KOLKATA: Trinamool Congress on Wednesday questioned the “selective outrage and half-truths” in singling out 19 party MLAs and ministers named in a PIL, questioning the rise in their movable and immovable assets, whereas the 2017 PIL named many senior CPM and Congress leaders.

The Times of India

Kolkata may get rain till early next week: Met

KOLKATA: Kolkata received intermittent drizzles on Wednesday even as the monsoon trough has finally settled across south Bengal and is set to trigger more rain over the next two days. A cyclonic circulation has formed over south Bengal under the impact of the monsoon trough that brought heavy showers across…

The Times of India

Kolkata: Appeal against ban on pets at New Town parks

KOLKATA: Pet owners in New Town have urged the New Town Kolkata Development Authority (NKDA) to remove boards barring pets from all parks and green spaces in the township.

The Times of India

I had kept his trophies safely wrapped in half-torn saree: CWG weightlifting gold medalist Achinta Sheuli's mother

KOLKATA: Achinta Sheuli's mother has kept his trophies and medals wrapped in a half-torn saree under the only bed in their two-room residence in Howrah district's Deulpur, around 20 km from here.

The Times of India

TV actor tries to kill self in Kolkata

KOLKATA: An actor, known for his role in a Bengali serial, Prothoma Kadambini, reportedly attempted suicide by injuring himself with a sharp object at his Kasba residence on Monday night.

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