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The idol is said to be almost 1000 years old, and was found 14 feet under the ground by one of the Haldar forefathers somewhere in Odisha. (Photo: www.baghbazarhaldarbari.com)

Durga Puja 2018: A family idol that is never immersed

What makes puja stand out is fact that this is only place where idol of Durga is never immersed and is worshipped all round the year.

19 Oct 2018 8:45 AM

The fire gutted at least 1,000 business establishments inside the G+5 building, causing huge losses to traders ahead of Durga Puja. (Photo: File | Abhijit Mukherjee)

After 3 days, Bagree Market fire comes ‘completely’ under control

State govt has directed police, fire department to find out cause of fire and initiate strict legal action against those found guilty.

19 Sep 2018 1:49 PM

A section of over 50-year-old Majerhat Bridge on the arterial Diamond Harbour Road in south Kolkata collapsed on September 4 in which 3 people lost their lives. (Photo: File | PTI)

Kolkata bridge that collapsed to be demolished, new one will be built

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said the new bridge would come up in a year's time.

14 Sep 2018 5:41 PM

The over 50-year-old bridge on the arterial Diamond Harbour Road in the crowded Alipore area connects the city centre with the heavily populated Behala, the vast area of the south west suburbs and adjacent South 24 Paraganas district. (Photo: PTI)

Heard loud bang, portion of Majerhat Bridge caved in: Eyewitness

Another eyewitness said the bridge had luckily collapsed on the canal flowing under it.

05 Sep 2018 8:03 AM

Majerhat bridge in south Kolkata collapsed on Tuesday evening. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Bridge collapses in south Kolkata, at least 5 feared dead, many trapped

Eastern Command sources revealed that three Army columns have been put on standby.

04 Sep 2018 5:15 PM

The plastic bags were found on the grassy land on Raja Rammohan Roy Sarani under the Haridebpur Police station area when labourers were cleaning the patch. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Not newborns but medical waste found at empty plot, say Kolkata cops

Initially, police said they were verifying if bags recovered from Haridebpur area contained bodies of newborns or foetuses.

02 Sep 2018 9:10 PM

The bodies were found at the grassy land on Raja Rammohan Roy Sarani under the Haridebpur Police station area during a cleaning drive. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Bodies of 14 babies wrapped in plastic bags found at empty Kolkata plot: Police

'Some abortion racket operating nearby could be behind it,' a police official said.

02 Sep 2018 6:19 PM

'A male principal asked me whether I can conceive a child after intercourse,' says 30-year-old Suchitra Dey. (Photo: Facebook Screengrab | Suchitra Dey)

Asked if breasts were real: Kolkata transgender teacher recalls question by principal

Coming from a lower-middle class background, Suchitra Dey reveals that her life has always been fraught with struggles.

20 Jun 2018 2:10 PM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her party leaders at a special prayer gathering to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr in Kolkata. (Photo: Twitter | @MamataOfficial)

Does loving Hindus means you have to hate Muslims, asks Mamata Banerjee

'I respect and love all communities and religion. This country belongs to everybody,' said West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.

16 Jun 2018 8:56 PM

People fed up with BJP govt, says Abhishek Banerjee

The people of this country want a pro-people government and restore a secular government at the Centre.

07 Jun 2018 4:47 AM

Mumbai which also has two Thai Airways flight services daily for Bangkok with second position in terms of revenue generation, Mr Theerarak added. (Photo: AFP/Representational Image)

Flying to Bangkok now easier

2 Thai Airways flights from Kolkata to Bangkok everyday.

03 Jun 2018 6:35 AM

As per a guideline from the American Association of Pediatricians, children between the age of 2-5years, should not be permitted screen time of more than 1 hour/day and for those above 6 years, the duration of exposure is to be fixed by the parents, who also need to act as a media monitor. (Photo: Pixabay)

Overindulgence in gadgets not good for children, says expert

Obsession with gadgets in children may pave the way for behavioural and psychological disorders in future, say experts.

23 May 2018 2:07 PM

The live heart was transported through a 18 kms green corridor from the airport to the hospital in a record 18 minutes time. (Photo: AFP)

Kolkata doctors perform first succesful heart transplant surgery in Eastern India

In a landmark event for Eastern India, doctors of Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, successfully transplant live heart.

21 May 2018 6:46 PM

Day-long activities at Indian Museum on 'Intl Museum Day'

The museum has a collection of paintings on Indian ragas but not many people understand its significance.

18 May 2018 12:54 PM

Here are places you can enjoy IPL, while you dine. (Clockwise from top: Traffic Gastropub, Royal China, Level Seven, Unlimited Food Factory)

IPL 2018 special: 7 places to munch at during cricket season!

From places in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata to Pune, these F&B establishments have something special on offer during IPL.

24 Apr 2018 12:41 PM

Departure and arrival of some flights was also delayed because of the storm. (Photo: Rerpesentational | File)

No immediate respite for West Bengal as more showers likely

Eight people were killed and several injured after strong winds of up to 98 km per hour hit Kolkata on Tuesday night.

18 Apr 2018 6:13 PM

Two young Indian spinners who’ve had a fine start to this season are Mayank Markande and Washington Sundar.

IPL begins with a thrilling first week

Whether shifting base to Pune will disrupt Chennai’s prospects remains to be seen.

15 Apr 2018 2:49 AM

The driver absconded from the scene almost immediately, and soon, an angry mob started vandalising the crane. (Photo: ANI)

Kolkata: Class eight girl dies as unaware crane driver mows her down

The incident took place when the girl, identified as Sohini Gupta, was returning home from school along with her friend on a bicycle.

07 Apr 2018 5:09 PM

Airtel had been launching VoLTE based services in parts of the country in the recent months. (Photo: AFP)

Airtel launches VoLTE service in Kolkata

Airtel VoLTE, which works over 4G, will enable customers across the city to enjoy HD quality voice calls with faster call set up time.

12 Mar 2018 12:41 PM

Constipation is not only a medical problem restricted to elders, but is also seen amongst youth and middle-aged population. (Photo: Pixabay)

Nearly 22 per cent Indian adults suffer constipation, says survey

Findings suggest majority of adult Indian population is suffering from condition, with 13 per cent complaining of severe constipation.

23 Jan 2018 7:42 PM

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