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Fire in Delhi and Rajkot: A Look At Past Major Fire Incidents That Shook The Whole Nation
News | May 26, 2024, 06:24 PM ISTRecent fires in Delhi and Rajkot have shaken the nation, resulting in tragic loss of lives. In Delhi, seven newborns perished in a hospital fire, while in Rajkot, a gaming zone blaze claimed 27 lives. But in past few years, the nation has seen several fire incidents that took many lives,
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Swati Maliwal blames Dhruv Rathee for victim shaming: 'Getting rape, death threats' | Speed News
News | May 26, 2024, 06:00 PM IST'Getting rape, death threats': Swati Maliwal blames Dhruv Rathee for victim shaming, 394 flights cancelled at Kolkata airport, Indian navy initiates preparatory action and much more. Catch the latest news updates in today's speed news
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'Main conspirator of slain MP Anwarul Anar may have escaped to US via Dubai': Bangladeshi detective
World | May 26, 2024, 02:41 PM ISTThe search for the missing MP, who reportedly arrived in Kolkata on May 12 to undergo medical treatment, began after Gopal Biswas, a resident of Baranagar in north Kolkata and an acquaintance of the Bangladeshi politician, filed a complaint with the local police on May 18.
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Cyclone Remal to make landfall today, Kolkata airport suspends flight operations
India | May 26, 2024, 06:59 AM ISTAccording to the IMD, West Bengal and several Northeastern states, including Tripura, Assam, Nagaland, and Manipur, are expected to experience rainfall and strong winds. The regional meteorological center in Tripura also issued a warning about adverse weather conditions beginning on May 26.
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Lok Sabha Elections Phase 6: Bengal to witness another BJP vs TMC showdown in 8 seats including Kant
India | May 24, 2024, 11:31 PM ISTWest Bengal is set for a crucial sixth phase of Lok Sabha polls on May 25, with voters in eight constituencies—Tamluk, Kanthi, Ghatal, Jhargram, Medinipur, Purulia, Bankura, and Bishnupur—heading to the polls. This phase comes after 25 constituencies have already voted in the previous five phases.
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B'desh MP 'honey trapped' before murder by illegal immigrant in Kolkata, body skinned and chopped
West Bengal | May 24, 2024, 02:59 PM ISTJihad Hawladar, an illegal immigrant from Mumbai, has been apprehended by authorities, after which he reportedly confessed to his involvement in the murder of the Bangladeshi MP. Anwarul Azim was smothered to death, his body skinned and chopped to pieces before being disposed of in Kolkata.
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PM Sheikh Hasina expresses 'deep shock' over murder of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar in India
World | May 22, 2024, 05:01 PM ISTBangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina conveyed profound grief and sadness over the passing of seasoned Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar. Anar, representing the Jhenaidah-4 constituency situated along the border, was reported missing in India and tragically discovered deceased in Kolkata.
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CID takes over case of Bangladesh MP Anwarul Azim Anar murdered in Kolkata | VIDEO
India | May 22, 2024, 03:39 PM ISTAnwarul Azim, the MP from Bangladesh's Awami League, came to Kolkata on May 12 and was staying with his friends. There was no physical or direct contact with him since May 12 and a missing complaint was lodged on May 18 by his friend in Bidhannagar.
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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 'BJP will not even cross 200 seats', says Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal | May 19, 2024, 10:00 AM ISTLok Sabha Elections 2024: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claimed that some monks of a monastic order in Asansol had asked their devotees to vote for one particular party.
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Kolkata Police books three Raj Bhavan staffers in molestation case against Governor CV Ananda Bose
West Bengal | May 18, 2024, 02:47 PM ISTLast week, Governor Bose launched an initiative enabling any citizen of the state, with the exceptions of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the state police, to access the CCTV footage of the incident on sending him an email or making a call to the Raj Bhavan.
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CBI sets up temporary camp in Dhamakhali to address Sandeshkhali violence complaints
Kolkata | May 17, 2024, 11:42 PM ISTThe Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has set up a temporary camp office in Dhamakhali to handle complaints and expedite investigations related to the prolonged unrest in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal.
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Suhana Khan, Juhi cheer for KKR | Anushka and Virat head out for dinner date | Entertainment Wrap
News | May 12, 2024, 02:14 PM ISTSuhana Khan Spotted With Brother Abram Khan, Juhi Chawla Cheering for KKR in Kolkata. Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli Clicked Twinning in Black as They Step Out for Dinner. Manisha Koirala Tells How Tough It Was After Ovarian Cancer to Become a Mother. This and a lot more in today's Entertainment Wrap.
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KKR's Kolkata-bound flight diverted twice due to bad weather, team stays in Varanasi overnight
Cricket | May 07, 2024, 09:48 AM ISTKolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are in Varanasi following a couple of diversions on their way to Kolkata from Lucknow. The rain and thunderstorms in the City of Joy meant that KKR's charter flight was first diverted to Guwahati and the second attempt failed too, which took them to Varanasi.
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West Bengal: Fire breaks out in Kolkata, several shanties gutted
Kolkata | Apr 13, 2024, 02:44 PM ISTAt least eight fire tenders have been pressed into service to douse the blaze, as thick smoke and flames were seen billowing from the shanties, officials informed.
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CBI launches dedicated email for Sandeshkhali victims to report crimes: sandeshkhali@cbi.gov.in
Kolkata | Apr 12, 2024, 10:07 AM ISTThe CBI has launched a dedicated email address, sandeshkhali@cbi.gov.in, following a Calcutta High Court order, allowing residents of Sandeshkhali in West Bengal to report crimes against women and land grabbing.
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Calcutta HC orders CBI probe into Sandeshkhali cases in big setback to Mamata Banerjee-led govt
Kolkata | Apr 10, 2024, 02:17 PM ISTWith the High Court’s order, the CBI is now tasked with spearheading the investigation into the Sandeshkhali sexual assault case. The move aims to ensure a thorough and impartial inquiry into the matter, with the court closely overseeing the proceedings.
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West Bengal: FIR against Union Minister Shantanu Thakur based on complaints by his aunt and TMC MP
West Bengal | Apr 08, 2024, 06:40 PM ISTReacting to the development, Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shantanu Thakur termed the allegations as baseless and said Mamatbala Thakur herself had forcibly occupied the house despite him being the legal heir.
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Decomposed body parts of woman found inside abandoned building in Kolkata
Kolkata | Apr 02, 2024, 10:07 PM ISTThe body parts were discovered inside three black plastic bags in a building situated in the city's Watgunge area on Sastitala Lane.
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IPL 2024: Two games rescheduled owing to Ram Navami celebrations in Kolkata - see updated fixtures
Cricket | Apr 02, 2024, 04:57 PM ISTThe Indian Premier League (IPL) has rescheduled a couple of matches in the ongoing 2024 edition of the cash-rich tournament. Kolkata Police expressed their concerns regarding the inability to provide adequate security for the KKR vs RR clash at the Eden Gardens due to Ram Navami.
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West Bengal: IPS Vivek Sahay appointed as new DGP
Kolkata | Mar 18, 2024, 11:27 PM ISTIn a significant development, IPS officer Vivek Sahay has been appointed as the new Director General of Police (DGP) for West Bengal.