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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Fixtures and full match schedule

Cricket World Cup takes place in India from October 5 to November 19 – here are the fixtures, kickoff times and venues.

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ISKCON unit issues defamation notice to BJP MP Maneka Gandhi for her remarks against temple body

The Kolkata unit of the temple body on Friday said that they are going to file a Rs100cr defamation case against the Sultanpur MP. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Abhishek Banerjee not to appear before ED, says he will be in Delhi for Trinamool’s protest on Oct. 3

Abhishek Banerjee, TMC general sec., won't appear before ED in Kolkata on Oct. 3 due to summons in West Bengal school job scam. He'll be in Delhi for party event. He said on X, "Fight against WB deprivation will persist. No force can hinder my dedication. Stop me if you…

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Suresh Gopi to take over as film institute president

Actor & politician Suresh Gopi accepted Union govt's nomination as president of Kolkata-based SRFTI society & chairman of its governing council. He got assurance of no salary & liberties of a politician. He will lead BJP's protest march in Thrissur on October 2 & will not hinder Gandhi Jayanti rally.…

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ED summons TMC’s Abhishek Banerjee again on October 3; MP claims day coincides with party rally

TMC's Abhishek Banerjee summoned by ED on Oct 3 for questioning in Kolkata school jobs scam. TMC claims BJP trying to disrupt its planned rally in Delhi on same day. TMC to meet Union Minister to discuss non-release of dues under MGNREGA. BJP denies allegations, says ED right to ask…

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West Bengal Governor cancels U.S. visits citing burden on public exchequer

Gov. C.V. Ananda Bose of Kolkata, West Bengal cancelled his proposed visit to the US due to financial difficulties in the State. He was scheduled to attend the World Culture Festival and hold discussions with American universities. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee recently returned from a 12-day visit to Spain and…

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West Bengal’s top official holds meeting on dengue management

West Bengal Chief Sec. directs district officials to conduct clean-up drives at dengue hotspots. State Govt. cancels leave of all officials & staff associated with dengue management. Protests held across Kolkata blaming ruling party for mismanaging situation. Unofficial estimates indicate 38 deaths due to dengue this season.

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All you need to know about the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Ten teams vie for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, hosted by India from October 5 to November 19.

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Fake currency notes with face value of Rs 1.5 lakh seized in Kolkata, one arrested

Kolkata Police have arrested a Malda-based counterfeit currency racketeer and recovered fake Indian currency notes from his possession. Read further on Dynamite New:

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Mamata returns to Kolkata, says foreign visit to attract investments to Bengal ‘very successful’

Mamata Banerjee returns from successful 12-day tour of Spain & UAE, bringing "serious offers for investments & partnerships". MoUs signed with Spanish football league La Liga & Lulu Group International. Sourav Ganguly joined delegation in Madrid. Aim to attract investments ahead of BGBS in Nov.

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Suresh Gopi in a real quandary over accepting nomination as president of Satyajit Ray film institute

Amid reports that a faction of BJP party leaders was plotting to exclude him from the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, actor - politician Suresh Gopi has found himself in a real quandary regarding whether to accept the nomination as the president of the Kolkata-based Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute…

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Gobardanga to Kolkata: how a family ferried its tradition across the border

Kundu family's Durga Puja tradition has been passed down for generations, even through Partition of India. Despite recent losses, the family continues to celebrate the autumn festival in Gobardanga, India, where they built their own house in 1965. The puja is a time for the 100 family members to come…

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SpiceJet flight returns to Kolkata after take-off as cabin crew spot crack in window

Mid-air, the plane’s cabin crew spotted the crack, and the flight, SG-515 landed safely at around 7.45 a.m.

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AIKS blames Trinamool and BJP for agrarian distress in West Bengal

.AIKS rally in Kolkata blames TMC & BJP for agrarian distress & alleged suicides. AIKS demands MSP of ₹1000/quintal for potatoes, protests planned. AIKS leaders visit families of farmers who died by suicide & raise issue of MSP support of paddy. CM & PM accused of mocking plight of farmers.…

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The Hindu scribe wins Statesman award for environmental reporting

Navamy Sudhish (The Hindu, Kollam) won Cushrow Irani Prize for Environmental Reporting for her article 'Fishing in uncertain waters' mapping plight of traditional fishers in Kerala. Rupsa Chakraborty (Indian Express) won 1st prize in Rural Reporting category for her reportage on floating dispensaries, water ambulances & primary health centres in…

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Who could dominate world chess? The most promising country is India, says Alexander Grischuk

He asked me to wear it if I win something. Alexander Grischuk, former World No. 3 and 3-time World Blitz Champion, put on a Chicago Bulls cap after winning the Tata Steel Chess India tournament in Kolkata. He shared his memories of his first major success, his thoughts on India's…

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Will you lead Opposition alliance, Sri Lankan President asks Mamata; It depends on the people, she says

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe asks West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday if she would lead the INDIA bloc alliance. “It depends on the people,” Ms. Banerjee responded. She also added that the “Opposition may be in position also [to come to power]”. They met at the Dubai International Airport.…

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Those opposing India’s name change can leave the country: Dilip Ghosh

Dilip Ghosh says India to be renamed Bharat; those opposing free to leave the country. BJP to remove all statues of foreigners in Kolkata when in power, he says

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India will be renamed as Bharat; statues of foreigners in Kolkata will be removed: Bengal BJP leader

BJP leader Ghosh says India to be renamed Bharat, statues of foreigners in Kolkata to be removed. Sinha adds world leaders in Delhi for G20 summit, perfect time to change name. TMC's Sen alleges BJP trying to divert attention from real issues, INDIA alliance formed to take on BJP in…

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West Bengal prepares for science congress, promotes event widely

West Bengal govt. urges edu. inst. to spread word on State Science & Tech. Congress in Feb. 2024. 6 Regional Congresses to be held Dec. 2023-Jan. 2024. Aim to encourage scientific temper, popularise science, identify research state, synergise research & encourage young scientists.

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Jamshedpur to host Asian junior chess from Friday

Tata Steel Chess India tournament brings world's biggest stars to Kolkata, with over 100 players from countries such as Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Indonesia competing in classical, rapid and blitz formats. Top seed in open section is Russian Aleksey Grebnev (2486 Elo rating), while highest-rated Indian is L.R. Srihari.…

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Equal pay will help women’s chess, says World champion Ju Wenjun

Ju Wenjun, reigning World champion, wins blitz title of Tata Steel Chess India tournament in Kolkata. She also claims runner-up spot in rapid section. China's Xie Jun played key role in progress of chess in China, now Ding Liren is male World champion. Ju won World rapid championships in 2017…

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Tata Steel Chess: It all started in the City of Joy for Praggnanandhaa

R. Praggnanandhaa has achieved fame since reaching the Chess World Cup final, winning the FIDE World Rapid Team Championship, and meeting PM Modi. He is now in Kolkata for the Indian team's coaching camp for the Asian Games and will begin his campaign at the Tata Steel Chess India tournament.…

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I played impulsively in some positions against Carlsen, says Praggnanandhaa

R. Praggnanandhaa's chess prowess earned him a spot in the 2024 Candidates Tournament and a hero's welcome in Chennai. He met PM Modi and joined a preparatory camp in Kolkata. Praggnanandhaa reflected on his recent exploits, saying he didn't expect the recognition he received. He also discussed his match with…

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Idols and sculptures are valued in Bengaluru, say migrant artisans

Migrant artisans from across the country arrive in Bengaluru during festival seasons such as Ganesha Chaturthi and Durga Puja. Many artisans from Kolkata travel to the City during the Ganesha season and stay on to make idols for the Durga festive season.

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