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Lok Sabha Election 2024: BJP forms 15-member poll panel

The committee on Tuesday held a meeting in Kolkata to discuss the upcoming polls. Amit Shah and JP Nadda arrived in Kolkata on Tuesday where they were welcomed by party members at the airport. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Shah, Nadda arrive in Kolkata to discuss strategy for 2024 Lok Sabha polls

BJP leaders Amit Shah and J.P. Nadda arrive in Kolkata to assess party's preparedness for upcoming Lok Sabha polls.

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Thousands participate in Gita chanting in Kolkata

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the event. “It is pleasing to hear about ‘Lokkho Kanthe Gita Path’… The initiative aimed at the recitation of the Gita by one lakh people is truly laudable,” he said on social media.

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Column | Kolkata’s Western fantasy Christmas may be a tad tacky — but I always feel homesick for the city this season

A Kolkata Christmas feels like a big fat slice of colonial nostalgia. The British have left but we have held onto their traditions. The turkeys and suckling pigs now served as Christmas lunch in fancy restaurants in Kolkata are not really from an Indian Christmas. They are from Indian entrepreneurs…

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Calcutta HC rejects petition seeking change in TET exam for coinciding with ‘Gita Chanting’ event

The Calcutta High Court set aside a PIL seeking deferment of the date of West Bengal Teachers Eligibility Test scheduled on December 24

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Parliament security breach | Raising voice against unemployment is not treason, says ‘mastermind’ Lalit Jha’s father

Lalit Jha’s mother, Manjula Jha, 62, sits in a broken chair and cries, pleading for her son’s release.

The Hindu

Book throws new light on Indian medical mission to China

Nearly 85 years after a five-member medical mission of doctors went to China, a new book throws a new light on the phenomenon and brings Indian scholars and Chinese diplomats on one platform.

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From Kolkata’s slums to elite cricket: The story of India’s Saika Ishaque

In a fairytale-like rags-to-riches story, Saika has worked her way up to be India’s breakthrough cricketer in 2023.

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This winter, Kolkata is set for a series of events on harmony, and heritage

Kolkata-based initiative KYN is holding a series of events to promote communal harmony and celebrate India's diversity. Events include 'Diversity Utsav', 'Port Walk', 'Beyond Park Street Walk', 'Science Heritage Walk' and a study tour to Murshidabad. Aim is to educate young about India's diversity and spread message that human rights…

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Om Prakash and Rahil share the lead after day two

Om Prakash Chouhan & Rahil Gangjee lead S.S.P. Chawrasia Invitational event at RCGC, Kolkata with 5-under 139. Chouhan carded 3-under 69 & Gangjee 70. Saqib Ahmed (74, 67) 3rd with 141. 59 players complete 2nd round before play suspended due to fading light.

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Falguni and Shane Peacock show us around their flagship store in Kolkata, which is designed by Gauri Khan

Falguni and Shane Peacock show us around their flagship store in Kolkata that’s designed by Gauri Khan

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Gauri Khan shares designs secrets from her latest project, the Falguni Shane Peacock store in Kolkata

Gauri Khan shares designs secrets from her latest project, the Falguni and Shane Peacock store in Kolkata

The Hindu

‘I am here, get used to me’: in India, a woman out running is about more than just exercise

Pounding the pavements is a way to challenge the patriarchal view of a woman’s place and claim a space in the public sphere, says author Sohini Chattopadhyay

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Trinamool, BJP clash over NCRB report calling Kolkata the safest city

The recent report of National Crime Research Bureau (NCRB) which had figures to show that Kolkata has registered lowest crime against women has emerged as a subject of debate between the Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Yehualaw, Ebenyo to lead international field of athletes

Yalemzerf, Ebenyo lead int'l field in Kolkata 25K. Ethiopian Yalemzerf & Kenyan Ebenyo, 10K world record & 2-time World Championship silver medallist respectively, to lead int'l field of athletes in Kolkata 25K.

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Kolkata customs seize 2kg of brown sugar worth over Rs 2 crore; three arrested

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, the Kolkata Customs Preventive apprehended three individuals during a transaction of brown sugar in Basirhat on December 3, 2023. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kolkata 25K run: World record holder Yehualaw, double world silver-medallist Ebenyo to compete

One of India's biggest running festivals and the World Athletics Elite Label Road Race, the Kolkata 25K, will be headlined by 10K world record-holder Ethiopian Yalemzerf Yehualaw in the women's category and two-time world championship silver medallist Kenyan Daniel Simiyu Ebenyo in the men's category. Read further on Dynamite News:

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National anthem case: Calcutta High Court offers relief to BJP MLAs

BJP MLAs issued notices by Kolkata Police for alleged disrespect of national anthem in Assembly. Calcutta HC grants interim stay on notices till Dec 7. Complaint filed by Assembly official.

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CBI recovers over ₹28 lakh cash from residence of Trinamool MLA during raids in connection with recruitment scam

Searches were also conducted on Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) councillor Bappadittya Dasgupta and Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation councillor Debraj Chakraborty

The Hindu

FIR against West Bengal BJP MLAs for not standing up during national anthem

The Kolkata Police has registered an FIR against 12 BJP legislators on the basis of a complaint filed by an official of West Bengal Assembly for allegedly “insulting” the national anthem.

The Hindu

Why was the Calcutta Stock Exchange closed? | Explained

CSE, India's second oldest stock exchange, is hoping to reopen trading in March-April 2024. SEBI's approval and Calcutta High Court's decision will determine if CSE can resume its trading and settlement functions on its own platform. CSE had been barred from trading in 2013 due to regulatory and compliance issues.…

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Multicultural harmony mela to be held on Dec. 1 in memory of Tipu’s birthday

Samana Manaskara Vedike to host Multicultural Harmony Mela 2023 in memory of Tipu Sultan on Dec 1 in Srirangapatna. Minister Cheluvarayaswamy, MLAs, MLC, Jnanaprakash Swamiji, Hazrath Mohammed Zuber, social workers, journalist Prakash to attend. Tipu's descendant Mansoor Ali Khan from Kolkata to participate. Programme to create awareness of region's history…

The Hindu

Ignoring fellow passengers in public transport can have a psychological impact, finds study

Two Kolkata professors found lack of communication in public transport impacts mental health. Study found people prioritize personal space, leading to isolation, depression, and anxiety. Benefits of solitude, but need to strike balance between solitude and sociability for healthier, happier commuting.

The Hindu

Webinar highlights advances in bone marrow transplant

Preventing drug resistance is key to successful bone marrow transplants and normal life. Naruvi Hospitals, Vellore, hosted a Wellness webinar to discuss advancements in the field. Datri Blood Stem Cell Donors registry helps match donors and recipients, but more donors are needed. Sanjay Bhattacharya, Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata, stressed the…

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AFC Cup | Injuries worry Mohun Bagan SG as it runs into Odisha FC

Mohun Bagan SG aim to qualify for AFC Cup knock-out round by winning both remaining matches. Odisha FC also have a chance to qualify, being only 1 point behind top two sides. Injury-riddled MBSG face Odisha in Kolkata, with key players Anwar Ali, Manvir Singh and Dimitri Petratos doubtful. MBSG…

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