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RG Kar rape-murder case: CBI likely to move HC seeking death penalty for Sanjay Roy, say sources
Kolkata | Jan 22, 2025, 04:54 PM ISTThe CBI is set to appeal the lower court’s decision in the R.G. Kar Medical College rape case, seeking the death penalty for the accused. The case, labeled as "rarest of rare," highlighted the agency’s push for stricter punishments for heinous crimes.
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IND vs ENG 1st T20I pitch report: How will surface at Eden Gardens in Kolkata play?
Cricket | Jan 22, 2025, 09:43 AM ISTTwo fearless batting line-ups with the exuberance of youth and some experienced heads in the mix, with the coaches, who want their players to play entertaining and watchable cricket, the upcoming five-match T20 series between India and England, promises to be a cracker.
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IND vs ENG: India's record in T20Is at Eden Gardens in Kolkata
Cricket | Jan 20, 2025, 05:05 PM ISTTeam India will take the field in T20Is for the first time in 2025 as their five-match T20I series against England gets underway on January 22. The opening match of the series will be played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Here's how India have performed in Kolkata in the shortest format.
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RG Kar case: If my son is guilty, he should be punished, says mother of convict Sanjoy Roy
Kolkata | Jan 19, 2025, 12:57 PM ISTThe mother and sister of convicted rapist and murderer Sanjoy Roy express acceptance of the court's verdict, stating that he should face the punishment he deserves.
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RG Kar case: 'Won't rest until all are punished,' vows victim's mother as court convicts Sanjay Roy
Kolkata | Jan 18, 2025, 09:15 PM ISTRG Kar case: The Sealdah Court found Sanjay Roy guilty in the rape and murder case of the junior medic in the RG Kar Hospital. However, during the hearing he said that he was being framed to which the court said that they would hear him on Monday. The punishment is to be announced on Monday.
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RG Kar hospital rape-murder case: Accused Sanjay Roy, says 'I am being framed, others let off...'
Kolkata | Jan 18, 2025, 04:10 PM ISTA Kolkata court has found Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer with Kolkata Police, guilty of the rape and murder of a 31-year-old junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The crime, which occurred in 2020, shocked the nation and sparked protests demanding better security for healthcare workers.
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RG Kar hospital rape-murder case: Main accused Sanjay Roy found guilty
Kolkata | Jan 18, 2025, 04:04 PM ISTSanjay Roy has been found guilty of the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata, sparking widespread outrage and calls for enhanced security for healthcare workers, with sentencing set for Monday.
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RG Kar hospital case: Kolkata court to pronounce verdict in rape-murder of trainee doctor today
Kolkata | Jan 18, 2025, 10:00 AM ISTA verdict is expected today in the case of a 31-year-old trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College, with nationwide protests and significant legal and political repercussions.
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In a first, Kolkata hospital launches rooftop helipad for emergency services
West Bengal | Jan 17, 2025, 06:00 PM ISTThe hospital has received the go-ahead from the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on January 14 with instructions to undertake the first landing as a trial.
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Kolkata Metro services on Esplanade-Howrah Maidan stretch to remain suspended today | Details
Kolkata | Jan 12, 2025, 06:49 AM ISTKolkata metro: At present Metro services in the Green Line run from Esplanade to Howrah Maidan and from Sealdah to Salt Lake Sector V.
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Kolkata Metro to replace steel third rail between Belgachia-Tollygunge stretch by August
West Bengal | Jan 05, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTKolkata Metro update: Approximately 4,000 metres of rail are being changed every month to meet the target of replacement in the entire underground section within August 2025, an official said.
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Kolkata Metro to impose Rs 10 surcharge on every ticket of special night train services
West Bengal | Jan 01, 2025, 01:02 PM ISTKolkata Metro: As per reports of the official, the surcharge from January 1 will be the same irrespective of the distance travelled.
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New Year: Dance, hugs and prayers, Indian cities revel in celebrations as they welcome 2025
India | Jan 01, 2025, 12:04 AM ISTWorld bid 2024 adieu at the midnight stroke on the intervening night of December 31 and January 1 and welcomed 2025 with enthusiasm, hopes, cheer and happiness. Here is how India celebrated the New Year.
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Health Ministry cracks down on spurious drugs, seizes stock worth Rs 6.60 crore in Kolkata
Kolkata | Dec 31, 2024, 02:58 PM ISTThe Health Ministry, in collaboration with CDSCO and West Bengal authorities, seized spurious drugs worth Rs 6.60 crore in Kolkata. The operation uncovered counterfeit anti-cancer and diabetic medicines.
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Happy holidays! IndiGo launches direct flights from Kolkata to Phuket, check timings
Kolkata | Dec 27, 2024, 11:45 PM ISTThe Kolkata to Phuket flights will operate on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The boarding passes were handed over to the passengers of the first flight to Phuket today.
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Christmas 2024: Kolkata Metro extends night services on December 25 | Know routes, timings
Kolkata | Dec 24, 2024, 07:29 AM ISTKolkata Metro announced extended service timings on Christmas, with the last train at 11 PM on December 25. Traffic restrictions and advisories are in place for safe celebrations across the city.
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Kolkata Metro services partially disrupted after man jumps in front of moving train
Kolkata | Dec 22, 2024, 09:48 PM ISTKolkata: The man, whose age and identity was not immediately known, was rescued and taken to a hospital.
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Kolkata Police issue traffic advisory for Christmas: Restrictions and diversions on Dec 24-25
Kolkata | Dec 22, 2024, 04:55 PM ISTKolkata Police has issued a traffic advisory for December 24-25, implementing road closures and diversions in key areas to manage the festive crowd and reduce congestion during Christmas celebrations.
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ISKCON Kolkata condemns priest's murder in Bangladesh, raises concern over cases against minorities
Kolkata | Dec 21, 2024, 06:23 PM ISTISKCON Kolkata Vice President Radharaman Das condemned the escalating violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, urging stronger protection for religious minorities amid rising attacks.
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Fire breaks out in slum cluster in Kolkata's Topsia, dousing operations underway
Kolkata | Dec 20, 2024, 02:52 PM ISTA video from the area showed thick smoke emerging from the slum cluster consisting of 150 dwellings. Locals from around the area helped the fire fighters in bringing the blaze under control.