The Latest Breaking News from Kolkata

Kolkata: Catholic schools to stay online for one more week

KOLKATA: A day after the CNI schools decided to resume physical classes from Monday, schools under the Catholic Church have opted to stick to the government advice and continue online classes for another week. The state government had on June 13 asked schools to extend the summer holidays till June…

The Times of India · Jun 19, 2022

Eating 'out': Al fresco restos trending as Kolkata prefers open air in Covid times

KOLKATA: Party hoppers in Kolkata are chasing a new high. Several al fresco, open-air roof top lounges, pubs, bars and diners, have opened in the city in the past one year to cater to the rising demand from guests for a beautiful view and fresh breeze along with their food…

The Times of India · Jun 19, 2022

Kolkata: Rowers forced to rejig national event journey after train cancellation

KOLKATA: The 28-member team of Bengal rowers who were scheduled to leave Kolkata to attend a national event at Srinagar in Kashmir from next week, were held back in the city after their train - Jammu Tawi Express - was cancelled on Saturday owing to the students' stir targeting trains…

The Times of India · Jun 19, 2022

Kolkata:‘Clarity on building repairs to end citizens’ harassment’

KOLKATA: Residents across Kolkata undertaking repairs or painting of their houses, flats or business establishments have welcomed mayor Firhad Hakim’s assurance that action would be taken against those who are harassing citizens by asking them to seek permission for such regular and routine work.

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2022

Agnipath protests derail Bengal-bound trains, leave passengers stranded

KOLKATA: Thousands of railway passengers headed to Kolkata or out of Bengal had an agonizing time on Friday as more than 30 long-distance trains were cancelled and several others were short-terminated or rescheduled owing to blocks and even attacks by Army aspirants, protesting against the Agnipath recruitment scheme. Tourists, office-travellers,…

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2022

Kolkata: Airlines, travel agents cheer decision to abolish Thai pass

KOLKATA: The Thai government’s decision to do away with the need for tourists and visitors to obtain a Thailand Pass before travelling to the country has brought cheers to airlines operating flights between Kolkata and Bangkok, and to travel agents in the city who expect an immediate uptick in business.…

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2022

Kolkata: In protest season, Lalbazar to get cops updated riot gear

KOLKATA: The cops on the ground are beginning to spend more time in managing law and order with the city witnessing a large number of protests in the last month, and they seem to have learnt a few lessons from the recent past. One of the primary takeaways for Lalbazar…

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2022

Kolkata: Nightclubs to hike food rates by 15% from July

KOLKATA: Inflation is playing a party pooper. Literally.

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2022

Private collectors’ ‘save heritage’ message through exhibition of rare Bengal dolls

KOLKATA: A private collection of rare dolls of Bengal is on display at an exhibition at Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture that started on Friday. Titled ‘Dolls of Bengal and Stamps of World’, the exhibition will remain open till July 16, between 10.30am and 5.30pm. The dolls have been put…

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2022

Kolkata Police bust another fake call centre, arrest 12

KOLKATA: A fake call centre operating out of the ground floor of a two-storey residential complex close to the Tollygunge Metro station was busted in a midnight raid by Kolkata Police on Friday. Twelve people have been arrested so far.

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2022