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China Pal, the idol-maker who became an idol

China Pal, 45, is today a respected member of Kolkata’s idol-making fraternity that is based in the riverside settlement of Kumartuli.

Eco-friendly Ganeshas reinforce the green message

Eco-friendly Ganeshas reinforce the green message

Clay idols are all decked up and ready to go to the pandals

ED officials visit Kolkata jail to quiz arrested ex-Bengal minister

ED officials visit Kolkata jail to quiz arrested ex-Bengal minister

“We had quizzed Arpita yesterday.”

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Trial run for cargo movement from Kolkata to northeast via Bangladesh port successful

Cargo movement from Kolkata port to the northeastern states through the India-Bangladesh Protocol route will not only reduce transit cost and time but also help in boosting the economy

Durand Cup kicks off today

FC Goa takes on local giant Mohammedan Sporting in the opener

India at 75 | With Mahatma, 75 years after the freedom hour

Gandhi Bhawan felt as lonely in the 75th year of Independence as it was on August 15, 1947 when Mahatma Gandhi stayed in this house on the day India got its freedom

Teacher’s forced resignation over bikini picture on social media triggers anger in Kolkata academia

Over 13,000 people have already signed online petition against St. Xavier’s University Vice-Chancellor, demanding strict action against him

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India at 75 | In Kolkata, a tribute to forgotten revolutionaries

India at 75 | In Kolkata, a tribute to forgotten revolutionaries

West Bengal State Archives brings to life the memory of less-known freedom fighters in a series of Independence Day exhibitions

CBI arrests Trinamool Congress leader Anubrata Mondal in cattle smuggling case

CBI arrests Trinamool Congress leader Anubrata Mondal in cattle smuggling case

The TMC leader had twice skipped his scheduled appearance before the central probe agency in the last few days.

Security beefed up at Kolkata's Indian Museum after shooting

Security beefed up at Kolkata's Indian Museum after shooting

Security arrangements at the Indian Museum, the oldest and largest in the country, were increased following the incident, officials said

One killed in fratricide by CISF personnel at Indian Museum

One killed in fratricide by CISF personnel at Indian Museum

The deceased was an Assistant Sub-Inspector while an officer of Assistant Commandant rank sustained injuries

Partha Chatterjee, aide remanded in judicial custody till August 18

Partha Chatterjee, aide remanded in judicial custody till August 18

On a bicycle mission to protect soil

On a bicycle mission to protect soil

16-year-old Sahil Jha started his journey from Kolkata on May 1

Mamata Banerjee on four-day visit to Delhi as agencies step up heat

Mamata Banerjee on four-day visit to Delhi as agencies step up heat

The visit comes at a time when central investigation agencies have stepped up probe in connection with different scams in West Bengal.

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Two killed in gas leak at factory near Kolkata

It is suspected that carbon monoxide gas leaked at the unit, leading to the death of two persons

Kolkata: Two killed in gas leak at factory in Khardaha

The incident happened during maintenance work at the plant of Electrosteel Castings Ltd (ECL) at B T Road in North 24 Parganas district. Full story on Dynamite News:

Money in possession of Jharkhand MLAs had source in Kolkata, trio part of bigger game plan: CID officer

The CID officer, however, did not divulge much about the game plan that he was referring to but revealed that the money was just a “fraction of the amount that was involved in the larger scheme of things”.

Business: Prices of commercial LPG cylinders cut by Rs 36

According to a notification from Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), a 19-kg cylinder will now cost Rs 1,976.50 in New Delhi, Rs 2,095.50 in Kolkata, Rs 1,936.50 in Mumbai and Rs 2,141.00 in Chennai. Read more on Dynamite News:

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Renowned singer Nirmala Mishra passes away in Kolkata

Singer Nirmala Mishra, 81, who lent her voice to songs in several Bengali and Odia films, had been battling age-related ailments for some time. Read more on Dynamite News:

High-scoring students look at cities outside Bengal for higher studies

The arrest of Education Minister Partha Chatterjee, accused of taking bribes for recruitment of school teachers, has shaken the faith of parents

Assam: IndiGo flight skids off runway in Jorhat, all 98 passengers safe

''IndiGo flight 6E-757 operating from Jorhat to Kolkata returned back to bay during departure. While taxiing out the pilot was advised that one of the main wheels had partially run over the grass adjacent to the taxiway,'' the airline said in a statement. Read more on Dynamite News:

West Bengal SSC Scam: ED recovers Rs 20 cr more cash from Arpita Mukherjee's second house

Earlier, Rs 20 crore was recovered from her residence in South Kolkata. Full story on Dynamite News:

Evening Standard

Chasing Hares at the Young Vic review: Compelling and timely, if a little on the nose

Sonali Bhattacharyya’s new play is not subtle but has much to say and paints a vivid picture of Kolkata life

ED takes Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee to Bhubaneswar AIIMS for treatment after HC order

The minister who was arrested in connection with a teacher recruitment scam at government-sponsored and aided schools was accompanied by a doctor from SSKM Hospital and his advocate, as per Calcutta HC's order. Full story on Dynamite News:

Arrested Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee’s ‘close aide’ remanded to one-day ED custody

Arpita Mukherjee was arrested by the ED on July 23 from her residence in south Kolkata, where crores of rupees in cash and other valuables were allegedly recovered

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