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Explained | The Agartala-Akhaura rail link

India-Bangladesh rail link re-establishes connectivity, reduces travel time. Project funded by Indian govt. & MEA, facilitated by NFR. Benefits incl. small-scale industries, tourism, quicker import/export. Pandemic has added vigour to rail initiatives & other connectivity projects.

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TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee appears before ED in connection with Bengal school jobs scam

Abhishek Banerjee, TMC MP, appeared before ED in Kolkata on November 9 for questioning in connection with school jobs scam probe. He was summoned after skipping October 3 summons

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‘Beacon of hope’: Amid Gaza war, Indian Muslims take care of synagogues

In eastern India’s Kolkata, synagogues are managed by Muslim caretakers. The Israel war won’t change that, they say.

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Kolkata Police issues notice to BCCI seeking info on ticket sales for Sunday's WC match

Kolkata Police has so far arrested 19 people and seized 108 tickets from their possession, besides registering seven cases in connection with the black marketing of tickets.

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Trinamool turns to trams to highlight women-centric welfare schemes

In a unique initiative to connect with people, leaders of the Trinamool Congress’ (TMC) women’s wing on Saturday used Kolkata’s most iconic mode of transport — trams.

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Cricket World Cup 2023 IND vs SA | It’s unstoppable force versus immovable object

India vs. South Africa: Unbeaten India face stiff challenge from resurgent Proteas in Kolkata. India's unbeaten run faces a stiff challenge from South Africa's resurgent Proteas in Kolkata. India's batting powerhouses Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli lead the charge against South Africa's pace trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and…

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India vs South Africa: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match preview

Unbeaten India face South Africa in a clash between the top two in the group stage standings at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

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India vs South Africa live stream: How to watch Cricket World Cup 2023 online from anywhere

The 2023 Cricket World Cup's two outstanding teams meet at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. Here's how to watch an India vs South Africa live stream for FREE from anywhere.

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Black marketing of World Cup tickets: Kolkata police seeks response from CAB

Police investigate CAB & bookmyshow.com over allegations of ticket black-marketing for India-South Africa World Cup match. 10 persons held, 72 tickets seized. Ganguly defends CAB, says demand for tickets is high. Political circles question CAB president. Tickets sold at inflated prices, many CAB life members unable to procure tickets.

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Ameya Prabhu takes over as President of Indian Chamber of Commerce

Ameya Prabhu, founder and managing director of a Mumbai-based asset management and financial firm, took over as the President of the coveted Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) at an annual general meeting (AGM) of the chamber held at Taj Bengal in Kolkata on Tuesday.

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Pakistan beat Bangladesh by seven wickets in ICC Cricket World Cup

Opener Fakhar Zaman marked his return with 81 runs as Pakistan beat Bangladesh in Kolkata.

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PAK vs BAN | Zaman-Shafique duo dazzles, keeps Pakistan in the hunt

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Pakistan vs Bangladesh match in Kolkata on October 31, 2023.

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Shaheen Shah Afridi fastest Pakistani to reach 100 ODI wickets

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Pakistan vs Bangladesh match in Kolkata on October 31, 2023. Shaheen Shah Afridi overtakes Saqlain Mushtaq to become the fastest Pakistani bowler to reach 100 wickets in one-day internationals.

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Modi, Hasina to jointly inaugurate cross-border rail project on November 1

PM Modi and Bangladesh PM Hasina to jointly inaugurate Agartala-Akhaura Cross Border Rail Link Project. Trial run on Monday. 15 km link boosts trade & reduces travel time between Agartala & Kolkata via Dhaka to 10 hours

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Clean air during Durga Puja, but Kolkata AQI backslides as winter approaches

An analysis of the air quality index during Durga Puja showed that Kolkata enjoyed clean air during the festival, but pollution worsened to usual levels almost immediately afterwards.

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Arrested by ED, TMC Minister Jyotipriya Mallick admitted to hospital; condition 'stable'

West Bengal minister Jyotipriya Mallick, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with an alleged multicrore ration scam, was admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata yesterday evening after complaints of dizziness, nausea and vomiting, officials said on Saturday.

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Five-day Durga Puja festival concludes in Kolkata with grand carnival on Red Road

amata Banerjee attends Durga Puja carnival in Kolkata after a gap of one month. Thousands of people gathered to watch the idols of Goddess Durga going for immersion in the river Hooghly. CM inaugurated Durga Puja pandals virtually from her Kalighat residence.

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Kolkata’s transgender community upset it did not get Puja grant

Transgender community in Kolkata upset as their Durga Puja not granted govt. funds for 2nd consecutive year. Ardhanarishwar Durga Puja held for 6 years. Police cautioned against protest. Govt. started giving ₹10,000/committee in 2018, increased to ₹70,000 this year. Community seeks development & empowerment, not confrontation.

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ED raids several places including TMC Minister Jyotipriyo Mallick's house

ED raids West Bengal Minister's residence in Kolkata in connection with multi-crore ration scam. Search ops at 8 other flats, incl. former PA's. Minister not present, phone taken away. ED has already arrested one person linked to ruling Trinamool Congress & Mallick.

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Stalls selling books on politics, secularism a big draw at Bengal puja pandals

Amidst Durga Puja celebrations, stalls selling Marxist/Progressive lit. saw 20% sales increase. Titles like Noorani's 'RSS & BJP', Bhattacharjee's 'Nazi Germanyir Janm O Mritu' & Ghatge's 'Modinama' popular. CPI(M) leaders visit stalls to connect to people & discuss welfare issues. Youth buying books on politics ahead of 2024 LS polls.

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Vijayadashami: 'Sindoor Khela' celebrated with immense joy and gaiety in Delhi and Kolkata

The women believe taking part in 'Sindoor Khela' will bring them good luck and a long life for their husbands. Read further on Dynamite News:

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West Bengal passport scam: CBI arrests four officials

CBI arrests 4 RPO officials in Kolkata for issuing passports to Nepalese citizens using forged documents. 2 RPO officials & 4 agents arrested earlier. 60 passport applications processed in 2 months in exchange for bribes

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Nadda participates in Durga Puja in Kolkata, prays for destruction of ‘demonic forces’

JP Nadda visited Kolkata to take part in Durga Puja festivities. He prayed to the Goddess to defeat the "demonic forces" in Bengal and the country. He also visited the Santosh Mitra Square Durga Puja, modelled on the upcoming Ram temple in Ayodhya.

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Promoting sustainability and ecology through Durga Pujas

Kolkata celebrates Durga Puja with eco-friendly idols, tram rides, and waste segregation workshops to promote sustainable living and honour its UNESCO heritage tag. Sovabazar Sangrami Club, SwitchON Foundation, Auth’n, UVVA, and CTUA have joined hands to spread awareness about responsible resource management and eco-friendly Pujas.

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Kolkata | The goddess takes the tram

Ahead of Durga Puja in Kolkata, a tram turns into a living canvas — with hand-painted scenes that capture the season’s festive spirit

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