Omission of match-decider puzzles fans in Sri Lanka; newspaper report says another tied match will be decided in Super Over... [Read More]
05 August,2024 08:17 AM IST | Colombo | Sandipan BanerjeeThe visiting skipper did admit that it is “disappointing” that his team failed to grab the key moments of the game, but also credited his Indian counterparts for out-skilling them when it mattered most... [Read More]
26 February,2024 07:10 AM IST | Ranchi | Sandipan BanerjeeIndia skipper Rohit Sharma hails youth brigade’s hunger for success after 5-wicket win over England in 4th Test ensures series victory; insists that only those players who value Test cricket will be given opportunities in future... [Read More]
26 February,2024 07:05 AM IST | Ranchi | Sandipan BanerjeeThe hosts finished Day 3 at 40 for no loss, needing 152 more to take an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series before the last Test in Dharamshala... [Read More]
25 February,2024 07:18 AM IST | Ranchi | Sandipan BanerjeeIndia wicketkeeper-batter’s fighting 90 on crumbling pitch restricts England’s lead to just 46 before spinners Ashwin (5-51), Kuldeep (4-22) strike; hosts 40 for no loss, chasing 192 for victory... [Read More]
25 February,2024 07:13 AM IST | Ranchi | Sandipan BanerjeeAccepting the bulk of the five-point charter of demand placed by the agitating junior doctors, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced her decision to transfer a section of Kolkata Police and the state health department top brass, including CP Vineet Goyal, from their respective positions. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
17 September,2024 01:13 PM ISTThe rape and murder of a doctor at Kar Hospital has triggered massive public outrage in West Bengal, creating a significant political crisis for the ruling TMC and posing one of the biggest challenges to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee since she took office in 2011. Pics/ PTI... [Read More]
09 September,2024 10:17 AM IST“Woh Stree hai, woh kuch bhi kar sakti hai,” goes a dialogue from Stree 2. The line holds equally true for the Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor-starrer’s massive opening at the box office. Despite a three-way clash with Khel Khel Mein and Vedaa, the horror-comedy earned about Rs 53 crore on its first day. In terms of Bollywood’s biggest openers, Stree 2 now sits in third place, after Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan (2023), which amassed Rs 65.5 crore through its Hindi version, and Pathaan (2023), which collected Rs 55 crore. To celebrate this significant milestone, the makers of Stree 2 threw a success bash last night, attended by Kriti Sanon, Varun Dhawan, Rajkummar Rao, among others... [Read More]
17 August,2024 10:52 AM IST`Apka Apna Zakir`, Zakir Khan`s show, will premiere today, and just before the first episode airs, several celebrities were spotted on the set of the show last night. From the cast of Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba to Vedaa, celebs turned out in full attendance. Here are all the pictures from the set of Apka Apna Zakir... [Read More]
10 August,2024 02:12 PM ISTAhead of the release of the much-awaited Netflix film Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba, the makers hosted a special screening in Mumbai on Thursday night. The star-studded screening saw the Kaushal parivaar posing together, with the Kaushal brothers coordinating in black. Actors including Abhishek Banerjee, Ravi Dubey, Sargun Mehta, Vikrant Massey, Aparshakti Khurana, and others also made stylish entries. Check out the pictures below... [Read More]
09 August,2024 11:13 AM ISTPM Narendra Modi on Saturday emphasised transformative opportunities at the 9th NITI Aayog meeting. Pic/PTI... [Read More]
27 July,2024 10:49 PM ISTTW: Blood | Six people, including three police personnel, were injured as a protest by locals over frequent power cuts turned violent in West Bengal`s Malda district on Thursday, officials said. Pics/ PTI... [Read More]
18 July,2024 10:39 PM IST | MumbaiWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday reached Mumbai and met Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and his family at Matoshree in Bandra. She later met NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule. Pics/X... [Read More]
12 July,2024 07:24 PM ISTAt the vibrant press conference for IIFA 2024 in Abu Dhabi, Bollywood’s finest gathered for an unforgettable session filled with laughter and camaraderie. Shahid Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Abhishek Banerjee shared the spotlight, engaging the audience with their playful banter and infectious energy. The actors discussed their exciting roles at the upcoming event, revealing their enthusiasm for the prestigious awards ceremony. Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
28 September,2024 02:08 PM ISTVeteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai kick-started the new edition of Whistling Woods International`s film festival `Celebrate Cinema 2024`. Makers and cast of `Stree 2` attended the festival for an exciting conversation about cinema. Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee, Amar Kaushik, and Niren Bhatt marked their presence. Ghai heaped praise on the team for creating a film that brought the audience to theatres to experience mass entertainment. Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
19 September,2024 05:25 PM ISTWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has addressed the ongoing conflict with junior doctors by making several significant concessions. In a recent statement, she announced that the Kolkata Police Commissioner will resign, responding to grievances related to police actions. Additionally, the health department’s request for the removal of three officials has been partially met, with two officials being removed as a compromise. Banerjee emphasized that the government has fulfilled 99% of the junior doctors` demands and urged them to return to work to avoid further public inconvenience. Following the meeting on September 16, junior doctors celebrated the resolution as four of their five key demands were met. This development marks a crucial step towards resolving the conflict and resuming normal healthcare services in the region. The Kolkata rape case has garnered worldwide attention with doctors and public voicing for the victim together. ... [Read More]
17 September,2024 12:54 PM ISTWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed the ongoing conflict with junior doctors, announcing significant concessions to resolve the situation. In a recent statement, she revealed that the government decided to change the Police Commissioner, who has agreed to resign. This move aims to address the doctors` grievances regarding police action. Additionally, the health department`s request for the removal of three officials has been partially met, with two being removed as a compromise. Banerjee emphasized that the government has met 99% of the demands made by the junior doctors. She urged the doctors to return to work, highlighting the importance of resuming services to avoid further inconvenience to the public. The Chief Minister`s appeal underscores the administration`s commitment to resolving the strike while balancing the needs of both the healthcare professionals and the general populace.... [Read More]
17 September,2024 11:30 AM ISTWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will meet with junior doctors again at her home at 5 pm on September 16. This will be the fifth and final meeting attempt. The junior doctors have asked for the meeting to be live-streamed. This request follows Mamata Banerjee’s visit to their protest site outside Swasthya Bhavan, where she promised to address their demands. On September 14, Mamata Banerjee had already met with a group of 15 junior doctors at her residence. She also visited the protesting doctors and assured them that their concerns would be tackled, and action would be taken against those responsible for recent incidents. She expressed deep concern, saying the protest and the tragic rape and murder of a 2nd-year PG student at RG Kar Medical College on August 9 were causing her significant distress.... [Read More]
16 September,2024 05:16 PM ISTThe West Bengal Assembly has recently passed `Aparajita` Bill, marking a significant step in the fight against sexual violence. Named in response to the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical Centre, this legislation is a pioneering move by West Bengal, making it the first state to amend central laws related to sexual offenses. The bill introduces several critical reforms, including stricter penalties for rape, enhanced protection for survivors, and expedited judicial processes to ensure faster justice. It also establishes special fast-track courts dedicated to handling such cases. The West Bengal government, led by Mamata Banerjee, convened a special 2-day session to accelerate the bill`s passage in response to widespread protests and public outrage. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for more robust measures against sexual crimes and to provide a stronger legal framework for the protection of women. Watch video to know all about Aparajita Bill passed by West Bengal government. ... [Read More]
04 September,2024 05:33 PM ISTRipun Bora resigned from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), saying that although he admired Mamata Banerjee`s leadership and hoped to fight the BJP in Assam through the party, he realized that the people of Assam view TMC as a regional party from Bengal and do not support it. Bora joined TMC in 2022, expecting it to help intensify the fight against BJP. However, he found that continuing with TMC would not be effective because the party is not accepted by the people of Assam. He felt that staying in TMC would be a waste of time and energy, and thus decided to leave in search of a more effective platform to challenge the BJP.... [Read More]
02 September,2024 04:39 PM ISTThere`s a major update in the Kolkata rape horror. On August 28, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) suspended Dr. Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, amid a CBI probe into the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the institution. This decision followed a second round of polygraph testing on Ghosh by the CBI. The investigation was prompted by a High Court order to probe alleged corruption at the college. The CBI has also questioned nursing staff, ward boys, and security guards at RG Kar Hospital. The case has sparked widespread protests across India following the discovery of the trainee doctor`s body in the seminar hall on August 9. The IMA`s disciplinary committee stated that the suspension was a unanimous decision in response to the ongoing investigation and public outrage surrounding the incident. ... [Read More]
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