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Video: Ukrainian Woman Praises India's 10 Minutes Blinkit Deliveries
A Ukrainian woman living in Kolkata has praised India's rapid delivery system, especially Blinkit's 10-minute services. Viktoriia Chakraborty posted a short video in which she was seen holding a Blinkit packet
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TMC Says Its Tripura Headquarters Attacked, Delegation From Kolkata To Visit Tomorrow
The TMC alleged that the headquarters of its Tripura unit in Agartala was vandalised by members of the ruling BJP's youth wing.
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Kolkata Tops 'Safe Cities' List Again. What RG Kar Victim's Parents Said
The father of the RG Kar Medical College rape victim has strongly contested the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report that labels Kolkata as the safest city in India, calling it a misrepresentation of ground realities.
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"Excited To Visit Such A Beautiful Country": Lionel Messi On His Trip To India
Argentina's decorated player, Lionel Messi, confirmed his visit to India in December this year, during which he will travel to Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi.
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On International Coffee Day, Nimrat Kaur Confesses Her Love For The Brew. Watch Videos
Nimrat Kaur shared a string of pictures on Instagram that showed her enjoying her cup of joe on multiple occasions.
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Calcutta High Court Seeks Reports From Power Utility, Civic Body Over Electrocution Deaths
The Calcutta High Court on Thursday sought a report from the private power utility, CESC Ltd, on multiple electrocution deaths in Kolkata and its suburbs due to waterlogging.
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Need "Civic Consciousness": Mamata Banerjee After Kolkata Deluge
Kolkata flooded after six hours of unprecedented rain, Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed it partly on the garbage dumped on roads, which, she said, interfered with the drainage system and urged the people to have some civic sense.
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In Rain-Hit Kolkata, Life Far From Normalcy, Days Before Durga Puja
Life in Kolkata remains out of gear even 24 hours after heavy overnight rain left the city waterlogged ahead of the Durga Puja extravaganza. At least 10 people have died in rain-related incidents, while the City of Joy braces for more showers.
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Travelling To Kolkata For Durga Puja? Latest Travel Advisory You Cannot Miss
If you plan to travel to Kolkata, monitor official airline and railway channels for real-time information and contact your carrier or booking agent for assistance.
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More Rain In 6 Hours Than Last 22 Days Combined: Why Kolkata Is Flooded
Between September 1 and September 22, Kolkata received 178.6 mm of rainfall, 16 per cent lower than the normal of 213.7 mm during this period. And between 8.30 am yesterday and 8.30 am today, the City of Joy received 247.4 mm of rain
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Another Shooting In Kolkata Ahead Of Durga Puja, 1 Dead
A day after a shootout at a gym in Kolkata's Charu Market, another shooting incident was reported from the Garden Reach area on Monday, with one person being found dead, police said.
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Kolkata Metro Launches Tourist Smart Cards And Special Services For Durga Puja Rush
Kolkata Metro: Tourist Smart Card holders can enjoy unlimited metro rides for three days for a fixed price of Rs 250 and Rs 550 for five days.
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Missing Bengal Schoolgirl's Mutilated Body Found In Sack, Teacher Arrested
The mutilated body of a schoolgirl, who was missing for nearly a month, was found in a sack in West Bengal's Birbhum district, a senior police officer said on Wednesday.
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Teen Stabbed To Death By Friend After Fight In Kolkata Metro Station: Cops
17-year-old student was stabbed to death during a violent altercation with his friend at Dakshineswar Metro Station here on Friday afternoon, triggering panic among commuters and raising serious security concerns, a senior police officer said.
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Bengal Woman's Body Found Wrapped In Blanket Under Her Bed: Cops
The body of a middle-aged woman wrapped in a blanket and hidden under a bed in her home was recovered in the Gobardanga area in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, said police on Tuesday.
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Video: Ukrainian Woman Praises India's 10 Minutes Blinkit Deliveries
A Ukrainian woman living in Kolkata has praised India's rapid delivery system, especially Blinkit's 10-minute services. Viktoriia Chakraborty posted a short video in which she was seen holding a Blinkit packet
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TMC Says Its Tripura Headquarters Attacked, Delegation From Kolkata To Visit Tomorrow
The TMC alleged that the headquarters of its Tripura unit in Agartala was vandalised by members of the ruling BJP's youth wing.
-
Kolkata Tops 'Safe Cities' List Again. What RG Kar Victim's Parents Said
The father of the RG Kar Medical College rape victim has strongly contested the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report that labels Kolkata as the safest city in India, calling it a misrepresentation of ground realities.
-
"Excited To Visit Such A Beautiful Country": Lionel Messi On His Trip To India
Argentina's decorated player, Lionel Messi, confirmed his visit to India in December this year, during which he will travel to Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi.
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On International Coffee Day, Nimrat Kaur Confesses Her Love For The Brew. Watch Videos
Nimrat Kaur shared a string of pictures on Instagram that showed her enjoying her cup of joe on multiple occasions.
-
Calcutta High Court Seeks Reports From Power Utility, Civic Body Over Electrocution Deaths
The Calcutta High Court on Thursday sought a report from the private power utility, CESC Ltd, on multiple electrocution deaths in Kolkata and its suburbs due to waterlogging.
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Need "Civic Consciousness": Mamata Banerjee After Kolkata Deluge
Kolkata flooded after six hours of unprecedented rain, Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed it partly on the garbage dumped on roads, which, she said, interfered with the drainage system and urged the people to have some civic sense.
-
In Rain-Hit Kolkata, Life Far From Normalcy, Days Before Durga Puja
Life in Kolkata remains out of gear even 24 hours after heavy overnight rain left the city waterlogged ahead of the Durga Puja extravaganza. At least 10 people have died in rain-related incidents, while the City of Joy braces for more showers.
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Travelling To Kolkata For Durga Puja? Latest Travel Advisory You Cannot Miss
If you plan to travel to Kolkata, monitor official airline and railway channels for real-time information and contact your carrier or booking agent for assistance.
-
More Rain In 6 Hours Than Last 22 Days Combined: Why Kolkata Is Flooded
Between September 1 and September 22, Kolkata received 178.6 mm of rainfall, 16 per cent lower than the normal of 213.7 mm during this period. And between 8.30 am yesterday and 8.30 am today, the City of Joy received 247.4 mm of rain
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Another Shooting In Kolkata Ahead Of Durga Puja, 1 Dead
A day after a shootout at a gym in Kolkata's Charu Market, another shooting incident was reported from the Garden Reach area on Monday, with one person being found dead, police said.
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Kolkata Metro Launches Tourist Smart Cards And Special Services For Durga Puja Rush
Kolkata Metro: Tourist Smart Card holders can enjoy unlimited metro rides for three days for a fixed price of Rs 250 and Rs 550 for five days.
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Missing Bengal Schoolgirl's Mutilated Body Found In Sack, Teacher Arrested
The mutilated body of a schoolgirl, who was missing for nearly a month, was found in a sack in West Bengal's Birbhum district, a senior police officer said on Wednesday.
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Teen Stabbed To Death By Friend After Fight In Kolkata Metro Station: Cops
17-year-old student was stabbed to death during a violent altercation with his friend at Dakshineswar Metro Station here on Friday afternoon, triggering panic among commuters and raising serious security concerns, a senior police officer said.
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Bengal Woman's Body Found Wrapped In Blanket Under Her Bed: Cops
The body of a middle-aged woman wrapped in a blanket and hidden under a bed in her home was recovered in the Gobardanga area in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, said police on Tuesday.
