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The Latest Breaking News from Kolkata

What happened in the Kolkata rape case that triggered doctors’ protests?

Doctors and activists demand the safeguarding of women and medical professionals after a trainee medic was murdered.

Al Jazeera

Freddie Flintoff fans praise TV star as he tells of 'nightmares and flashbacks' from Top Gear crash

The former England cricketer bravely discussed his recovery in a new series of Freddie Flintoff Field of Dreams

Evening Standard

'Underdogs' East Bengal look to defy odds against Turkmenistan challengers

KOLKATA: Carles Cuadrat the realist is saying that East Bengal FC will not start favourites against Turkmenistan's Altyn Asyr FC in the AFC Champions League preliminary play-off.

The Times of India

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Doctors across India protest rape and murder of medic in Kolkata

Thousands of doctors halt services across the country after 31-year-old trainee medic is found dead in a hospital.

Al Jazeera

‘Unable to sleep’: After Kolkata horror, doctors feel unsafe', demand justice

Health services have been hit in several parts of India as hundreds of doctors continue their strike over the heinous rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. Doctors have been demanding an impartial probe, compensation for the victim’s family, and provisions to ensure the…

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Para shuttler Pramod Bhagat heartbroken as he is set to miss Paris Paralympics

KOLKATA: “His period of ineligibility is now in effect,” ended the Badminton World Federation statement on Tuesday announcing the 18-month suspension of Indian star para shuttler Pramod Bhagat for whereabouts failure.

The Times of India

NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of Kolkata doctor rape, murder case

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Tuesday took a suo motu cognizance of the alleged sexual assault of a second-year PG student of RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder: Calcutta HC handsover case to CBI

The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday ordered a CBI investigation into the sexual assault and murder of a woman post-graduate trainee (PGT) doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, on August 9. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kolkata Doctor Rape: Junior doctors, others summoned for questioning

Four junior doctors are among those summoned by Kolkata police for questioning on Tuesday in connection with the murder and alleged sexual assault case of a second year postgraduate student. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Unbeaten East Bengal inch towards CFL Premier Division Super Six

KOLKATA: There’s no stopping East Bengal FC in the CFL Premier Division this season.

The Times of India

Doctors strike in India after rape and murder of trainee medic at hospital

Call for better safety measures as ‘civic volunteer’ arrested after attack on female trainee doctor in Kolkata

The Guardian - UK

Health services hit as doctors announce indefinite nationwide strike over Kolkata rape-murder case

Doctors in several parts of the country have announced an indefinite strike to protest against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital, according to news agency PTI. Among their demands is an investigation into the incident and security for all medical staff.

Newslaundry

RG Kar Doctor murder case: FORDA announces nationwide halt of elective services on Monday

The Federation of Resident Doctors Association on Sunday announced a nationwide halt of elective services in hospitals on August 12 to show solidarity with the residents of RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. Read further on Dynamite News:

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WB: Nurses protest after PG trainee doctor found dead in Govt hospital in Kolkata

On Friday evening, a group of students organized a candlelight march in the city following the discovery of the postgraduate trainee doctor's body. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Al Jazeera

Indian exports, small businesses hit by Bangladesh unrest

Bilateral trade relations between India and Bangladesh have been drastically affected due to the current violence.

Dynamite News

Kolkata's Kumartuli: Ma Durga idols are all set to go abroad

With a few months left for Durga puja, the artisans at Kolkata's potters' hub Kumartuli, known globally are busy diligently giving the final touches to the idols of the goddess ready to be sent abroad. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

I can never forget what I saw in Bangladesh in the last few days, and now I love India more!

The day Shaikh Haseena fled from Dhaka I was in Bangladesh. I saw sloganeering, jeering, rowdy crowds cheering the opposition and overall chaos that ensued. It all started on 17th July 2024. I went to teach on a sabbatical to the students of the Asian University for Women, Chittagong, Bangladesh…

The Times of India

Indian carriers cancel flights to Dhaka

NEW DELHI: Airlines including Air India, IndiGo and Vistara have started cancelling flights to Dhaka. The airport in Bangladesh capital city was closed after 5 pm for some hours on Monday amid worsening unrest there. An IndiGo flight from Dhaka to Kolkata (6E 1106) was able to leave around 5…

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Shrachi Sports partners with Mohammedan Sporting Club ahead of ISL season

NEW DELHI: Shrachi Sports has announced partnership with Kolkata-based football club Mohammedan Sporting Club and has pledged to support 30% of the club's finances over the next three years. The collaboration is expected to provide substantial support to Mohammedan SC which is set to participate in the prestigious Indian Super…

The Times of India

Mohun Bagan drop points again after missing 2 penalties in CFL

KOLKATA: Mohun Bagan SG first failed to protect the lead and then wasted two penalties before being held 1-1 by Calcutta Police in their CFL Premier Division match in Kalyani on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Will overdependence on skipper Harmanpreet Singh hurt India from PCs?

KOLKATA: What Sachin Tendulkar was to a straight drive, Harmanpreet Singh is to penalty corners these days.

The Times of India

East Bengal will be more aggressive this season: Carles Cuadrat

KOLKATA: With reinforcements in key positions and Pep Guardiola’s blessings, East Bengal FC are looking to fight for more trophies and strive to scale new heights this season.

Dynamite News

Hockey India Junior East Zone Championship 2024: Odisha, Jharkhand win titles

Hockey Association of Odisha and Hockey Jharkhand claimed titles in the Men's and Women's categories of the 2nd Hockey India Junior Men & Women East Zone Championship 2024 respectively at the Netaji Subhas Eastern Centre, Salt Lake in Kolkata on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

Al Jazeera

Why Indians are mad for momos

These savoury dumplings are a street food favourite. Just don’t forget the chutney.

The Times of India

Kolkata GM Deep Sengupta overcomes travel woes to bag title

KOLKATA: It’s a case of all’s well that ends well for Deep Sengupta. The Kolkata Grandmaster who was once uncertain of whether he could make it to Warsaw in time to take part in the Najdorf Memorial chess tournament, ultimately ended up winning the title on Wednesday.

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