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]
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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 BanerjeeThe 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]
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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 ISTJuly 12th, the day of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding, is here, and it’s going to be grander than we could have imagined. Celebrities, business tycoons, and famous personalities from around the globe are touching down in Mumbai to attend the grand day. From Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra, and Mamata Banerjee to Kim and Khloe Kardashian, let’s look at who all has reached the city to be a part of the Ambanis` multiverse... [Read More]
12 July,2024 01:45 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]
29 August,2024 10:41 AM ISTOn August 27, the West Bengal Governor criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her government of defying a Supreme Court order. The same day, Kolkata Police clashed with protesters during the Nabanna March, which was organized to demand justice for a trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. The protest turned chaotic as demonstrators broke through barricades, resulting in violent confrontations with the police. The authorities responded with tear gas, water cannons, and lath-charges to disperse the crowd. This aggressive response further escalated tensions, as protesters expressed their outrage over the crime. The situation highlighted growing unrest and dissatisfaction with the state’s handling of both the criminal case and the broader issues of governance.... [Read More]
28 August,2024 05:06 PM ISTOn August 28, the BJP called for a 12-hour `Bengal Bandh` to protest against the West Bengal government after police clashed with protestors during the Nabanna Abhijan Rally. The rally, held on August 27, was organized to demand justice for the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata`s RG Kar Medical College. During the protest, police used lathis and tear gas to disperse the crowd, leading to further tensions. In response, BJP leaders took to the streets, criticizing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and demanding action. The West Bengal Police detained several BJP leaders as the Kolkara unrest continued. TMC leader Kunal Ghosh accused the BJP of trying to create chaos in the state, adding to the already heightened emotions surrounding the tragic incident.... [Read More]
28 August,2024 03:17 PM ISTCM Mamata Bannerji has written a letter to PM Modi demanding stringent central legislation for such crimes. The West Bengal Chief Minister called for setting up Fast Track Special Courts for speedy trial and exemplary punishment for crimes. The horrific crime certainly put Mamata’s govt in dock as serious allegations are being laid on the conduct of the state police in the entire incident. The police are allegedly being held responsible for tampering with evidence and compromising the crime scene. Mamata Banerjee is facing a huge backlash from opposition over the safety of women in her state following RG Kar hospital incident. Notably, on August 9, a postgraduate trainee doctor was raped and murdered on duty at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata.... [Read More]
23 August,2024 04:36 PM ISTFilmmaker Hansal Mehta took a stand for justice by joining a protest in Mumbai, demanding action and accountability in the tragic case of a 31-year-old trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at Kolkata`s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Hansal Mehta and his daughter were spotted standing with placards in hand along with other protestors in Mumbai. The postgraduate trainee doctor was found dead in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9. The incident has sparked nationwide protests and strikes by the medical community. Protests have been held in various cities, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Mumbai, and Kolkata, with demands for justice for the victim and punishment for the accused... [Read More]
20 August,2024 06:15 PM ISTOn August 20, BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi strongly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over Kolkata doctor rape and murder case. Trivedi condemned Banerjee’s handling of the situation, asserting that her leadership has severely undermined constitutional values, individual rights, and respect. He further attacked the INDIA alliance, highlighting that Kapil Sibal’s defense of Banerjee in this matter represents a broader threat to justice. According to Trivedi, the central government is actively working to ensure justice for the victim`s family, contrasting its efforts with what he describes as Banerjee’s failure to address the crisis adequately. He accused the West Bengal government of crossing all bounds in its response to the incident, signaling a strong disapproval of its actions and policies.... [Read More]
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