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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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The wizard of Spain: Carles Cuadrat working his magic for East Bengal

East Bengal fans have seen the darkest night, but dawn is here. Carles Cuadrat, the prodigal son of Spain, has returned to lead the Red and Gold Brigade to glory.East Bengal fans have seen the darkest night, but dawn is here. Carles Cuadrat, the prodigal son of Spain, has returned…

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DGCA carrying out technical evaluation of two incidents involving IndiGo planes

DGCA is carrying out technical evaluation of engine issues faced by IndiGo's two aircraft on Tues. Pilots followed standard procedures & landed back in Kolkata & Mumbai. IndiGo CEO said 40 aircraft are impacted by supply-chain challenge & mitigating measures are being taken to deliver capacity guidance.

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IndiGo reports two engine shutdown incidents mid-air, both aircraft land safely

In the second such instance in a time difference of a few hours, an IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Bengaluru on Tuesday reported a mid-air glitch after one of its engines shut down but landed safely. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Centre informs Madras High Court of intent to amend Indian Succession Act, 1925 with respect to wills executed in Chennai, Mumbai & Kolkata

.Centre informs Madras HC of intent to amend Section 213 of Indian Succession Act, 1925, allowing Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, Sikhs & Parsis to inherit properties in Chennai, Mumbai & Kolkata without probate/LoA. Amendment to cover immovable properties in 3 cities. Petitioner questions correctness of imposing conditions on basis of religion…

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Pakistan spy arrested in Kolkata, sensitive documents seized

An alleged Pakistan spy, who is a resident of Bihar, was arrested from Kolkata and sensitive documents were seized from his possession, a senior police officer said on Saturday.

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President launches 'My Bengal, Addiction Free Bengal' campaign in Kolkata

President Droupadi Murmu here on Thursday launched the 'My Bengal, Addiction Free Bengal' campaign under the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan' organised by Brahma Kumaris. Read further on Dynamite News.

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Sunil Mathur is principal chief commissioner of I-T for T.N. and Puducherry

Sunil Mathur, 1988 batch IRS officer, takes charge as Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, TN & Puducherry. He holds a B.E. (Civil) from BITS Pilani & Masters in Public Management from Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy. He has worked in various capacities in IT Dept. in Gujarat,…

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AFC Cup: Mohun Bagan SG down Machhindra FC 3-1 in preliminary round two clash

Mohun Bagan Super Giant produced a dominant performance as they beat Nepal side Machhindra FC 3-1 in their Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Cup 2023 preliminary round two clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, in Kolkata, on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News :

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Kolkata: Six more arrested in Jadavpur University student death case

Six more people were arrested on Wednesday morning in connection with the Jadavpur University student death case, taking the total number of arrests in the case to nine, police said. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kolkata: Accused arrested in Jadavpur University student death case produced before court

Sourabh Chowdhury, arrested in connection with Jadavpur University student death case, was produced before Alipore Court. Read further on Dynamite News:

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At G20 meet, PM Modi calls for collective efforts to fight corruption

PM Modi at G-20 anti-corruption meet in Kolkata: Zero tolerance for corruption; need to give audit institutions regard; welfare scheme leakages plugged; $360 billion given to people through direct transfers, says PM Modi

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WB: Jadavpur University student dies after "falling" from hostel balcony

A first-year student of Jadavpur University in Kolkata died on Thursday after allegedly falling from the balcony of the university's hostel on Wednesday night. Read further on Dynamite news:

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Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee discharged from hospital

Former West Bengal CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee discharged from Kolkata hospital. Family, CPI-M leaders present. He will receive medical care at home, monitored by doctors

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We are using Durand Cup for AFC Champions League preparation: Mumbai City's Des Buckingham

Indian Super League (ISL) Champions Mumbai City FC romped to a 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FC in their second group stage match of the 2023 Durand Cup at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite news:

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Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) targets CPI(M) and Trinamool at mega rally in Kolkata

The SUCI(C) had organised its gathering at the Brigade Parade Grounds after a gap of 35 years

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Mohammedan Sporting: Strengthening the third pillar of Mecca of Indian Football, Kolkata

The Mecca of Indian Football, Kolkata, has three pillars, which have played a massive role in popularising the beautiful game in Bengal, and also to a large extent in India. Read further on Dynamite news:

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500 delegates leave Hubballi for Shibdas Ghosh birth centenary celebrations in Kolkata tomorrow

500 delegates from Dharwad district left Hubballi on Thursday to attend the birth centenary celebrations of Marxist thinker Shibdas Ghosh in Kolkata. Nearly one lakh people from 25 States and Union Territories will participate in the event. Gangadhar Badiger, senior executive committee member of SUCI(C), addressed the delegates before they…

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Kolkatans may witness ‘supermoon’ today if monsoon sky permits

People of Kolkata will be able to witness a ‘supermoon’ on August 1 if the monsoon sky permits, former director of M P Birla Planetarium Debiprosad Duari said.

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The story behind the rise, dip, and revival of mystery leg-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy

The story behind the rise, dip, and revival of mystery leg-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy. ‘I would love to be in the World Cup setup. Hopefully, they pick me. But if they don’t pick me, I’ll use that time to definitely better myself and come back stronger,’ says the Tamil Nadu, Kolkata…

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Wow! Rare rainbow contrails caught on camera (photos)

A series of stunning rainbow contrails were captured by amateur photographer Soumyadeep Mukherjee over Kolkata, India.

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Assam CM Himanta promises fast justice in triple murder case

Assam CM Sarma appealed to young women to remain rooted in their culture and family values and said the triple murder case should be seen in the larger contest of sinister designs of certain elements.

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Bengal BJP MLA Bishnu Pada Roy dies at 61

Bishnu Pada Roy, Kolkata BJP MLA, died at 61 due to lung infection. PM Modi & WB CM Mamata Banerjee expressed condolences. Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of Opposition, paid respects & expressed grief. His body was taken to the assembly for last respects.

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Mamata inaugurates JIS School of Medical Sciences at Howrah

Inaugurated virtually by West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, JIS School of Medical Science, Research Centre is a PPP project developed by Kolkata-based JIS Group. It is a 1200-bed hospital spread across 30 acres, with an investment of Rs 1500 crore over 3 years. It will offer admission to 150 students…

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