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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.

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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

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.

The Times of India

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:

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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…

The Times of India

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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ED conducts searches in Kolkata over alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on Tuesday morning conducted search operations at various locations in Kolkata in connection with the alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, officials said Read further on Dynamite News:

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Manoj Kumar Verma appointed as new Kolkata Commissioner of Police

IPS officer Manoj Kumar Verma has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) for Kolkata following the removal of Vineet Kumar Goyal from the position on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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NEUFC CEO up for the challenge ahead: Tamhare eyes titles for senior team as well as youth development across NE

KOLKATA: In their 10 years in the Indian Super League, NorthEast United FC - enjoying one of the most vociferous fans' support in the country - have reached the playoffs stage just twice and have had just that to show for their best performance in the league.

The Times of India

NorthEast United spoil Mohammedan Sporting's ISL debut party with late goal

KOLKATA: NorthEast United FC spoiled Mohammedan Sporting's debut party in the Indian Super League with a stoppage-time goal in spectacular fashion on Monday.

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Hands-on with Unknown 9: Awakening - Unreal Engine injects life into Namco's ambitious transmedia gamble

I was left wanting more (lucky there's a comic, podcast and novel too).

Al Jazeera

Kolkata rape case: Ex-head of India college held over ‘evidence tampering’

Former principal of RG Kar Medical College Dr Sandip Ghosh charged with tempering of evidence by investigating agency.

The Times of India

ISL: Odisha's home run broken as Chennaiyin script 3-2 comeback win in season opener at Kalinga

KOLKATA: Looking for a head start to their 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) campaign, Sergio Lobera's Odisha FC suffered a rude jolt when visitors Chennaiyin FC scored a stunning 3-2 comeback win at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday.

Newslaundry

‘Need to speak for ourselves’: Meet the women keeping Kolkata protests alive

What started as a protest by doctors against the Kolkata rape-murder has branched out into a movement featuring women from different socio-economic backgrounds coming out on the streets in West Bengal to reclaim public spaces and demand a safer environment.

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Kolkata Horror: Jr doctors continue protest after 'no' talks with CM

Outdoor Patient Departments in government hospital remained paralysed on Friday due to doctors’ protest, continuing for the past 36th day. Read further on Dynamite News:

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