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In this issue

Kolkata

Bengal schools to start next semester early

The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has instructed schools to begin Semester III (first semester of Class XII) classes for the 2025-26 academic year from the first week of April.

1 min

Body of money lender found in river

NADIA

1 min

'Class V to be introduced in 1,775 more primary schools by 2026'

The state School Education department has begun preparations to integrate Class V into 1,775 more primary schools by the academic year 2026.

1 min

About Rs 10K cash goes missing at Behala school

Cash worth Rs 10,000 went missing from the headmistress's room at Behala Banitirtha High School under Parnasree Police Station area.

1 min

Teachers' Associations Criticise Move, Demand More Funds

Centre's Advisory on 10% Cut in Cooking Oil in Mid-Day Meals

1 min

Youth held for committing fraud by tampering with ATM machine

'SAHIL OF GULSHAN COLONY IS A HISTORY SHEETER...'

1 min

Gun-related crimes: State FSL to enhance forensic ballistics capability

E-TENDER HAS ALREADY BEEN FLOATED FOR PROCUREMENT

1 min

In past 3 days, five booked for fraud, Rs 25 lakh seized

It was also alleged that to gain trust, the fraudsters used the company's logo as their WhatsApp display picture

1 min

PM-Awas Yojana houses can't defy existing building law: HC

During the hearing of a case relating to alleged illegal construction, the Calcutta High Court observed that houses made under Pradhan Mantri (PM) Awas Yojana can't be constructed ignoring the requirement to comply with the existing building law.

1 min

Presidency Univ: Tentative dates announced for entrance exams

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the tentative schedule for entrance tests for admission to Presidency University's undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

1 min

Labourer injured during reconstruction work of house

MUKTARAM BABU STREET AREA

1 min

Kolkata Sees 28% YoY Growth in Warehouse Leasing in 2024

The survey said city led e-commerce transactions among eight cities, capturing 29% of the total market share

1 min

State to Procure 200 Air-Conditioned CNG Buses

To improve public transport and reduce pollution, the state government will procure 200 air-conditioned (AC) CNG buses.

1 min

Digha Jagannath Temple: Giant LED screens to live telecast consecration

INITIATIVE TO HELP CHECK RUSH OF DEVOTEES

2 mins

Milestone: 'Sebaashray' serves more than 10L people till date

Mega camp till March 20; about 35K registrations on Sunday

1 min

Raiganj: Missing since Feb 1, labour contractor's body found from pond

The body of 52-year-old Jamarul Haque, a labour contractor from Harirampur in South Dinajpur district, was found on Saturday afternoon, from an abandoned pond in Sandia village under the jurisdiction of Itahar Police Station in North Dinajpur district.

1 min

Villagers Block Road Over 5-Day Power Outage in Cooch Behar

Residents of Nalgi Bari in Mathabhanga-II block staged a road blockade on Sunday, protesting the lack of electricity in their village for the past five days.

1 min

Youth shot dead at liquor den in Dinhata

A youth lost his life after being shot at a liquor den in the Jam Darbos Panch Kanya area of Petla Gram Panchayat, Cooch Behar district, on Saturday night.

1 min

Microgreens cultivation: New era of income & health in North Bengal

In a step towards sustainable farming and promoting healthy living, the Centre for Floriculture and Agri-Business Management (COFAM) department of the University of North Bengal has initiated a microgreens cultivation programme at its laboratory.

1 min

Siliguri: Deputy Mayor 'attacked' by miscreants, two arrested

Ranjan Sarkar, the Deputy Mayor of Siliguri, was allegedly attacked by two intoxicated individuals while he was traveling in his car on Hillcart Road, Siliguri, on Saturday evening during the Holi festival.

1 min

Internal rift in Jalpaiguri BJP surfaces after Shyamal Roy's appointment as district prez

The appointment of Shyamal Roy as the BJP's Jalpaiguri district president has exposed internal discord within the party.

1 min

Malda: 2 killed, several injured in violent clashes & shootout

A series of violent clashes and shootouts rocked different areas of Malda district on March 15, leaving two people dead and several injured.

2 mins

Holi celebrations: 2 injured in clash

A clash erupted between two groups at Debitola, Raiganj, North Dinajpur district, over objections to certain activities during Holi celebrations on Saturday evening, resulting in two youths sustaining serious injuries.

1 min

Tea production rises by 100% in North Bengal gardens

INDUSTRY REMAINS CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC

1 min

Police: 219 Madrasas in Azamgarh Getting Govt Aid Found Not-Existent, FIR Lodged

The police here have registered a case against 219 'madrasas' that were drawing government aid but did not exist on the ground, police said on Sunday.

1 min

Congress Launches 'Palayan Roko, Naukri Do Pada-Yatra' in Bihar

The Congress in Bihar on Sunday launched a state-wide 'pada-yatra' themed 'palayan roko naukri do', highlighting the endemic unemployment in the province, which is blamed for migration of young population on a large scale.

1 min

'Ru' symbol in Budget determination for language policy, says CM Stalin

BUD 'SIMPLY WASTE': EPS

1 min

India to Host Two-Day Regional Counter-Terror Conclave This Week

The EWG Conclave to Be Held in Delhi Will Be Co-Chaired by India and Malaysia

1 min

Punjab Police to bring back jailed MP Amritpal's seven aides from Assam after NSA detention ends

Amritpal, the chief of the Waris Punjab De outfit, and his nine associates have been in detention in Assam's Dibrugarh jail under the National Security Act (NSA) since 2023

2 mins

Constable posted as security guard of Tej Pratap sent to police lines for dancing in uniform

A constable posted as security guard of RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav was on Sunday sent to the police lines for dancing in uniform during Holi celebrations at the residence of the former Bihar minister.

1 min

Drugs worth Rs 88 crore seized; Amit Shah says no mercy for drug cartels

THE OPERATION WAS CARRIED OUT IN SEVERAL PLACES IN NORTHEAST

2 mins

Let BJP Make Christians, Muslims RS Members or Union Ministers

Defending the decision to introduce a 4 per cent reservation for Muslims in public contracts, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Sunday hit out at the BJP for opposing it and asserted that the Congress government thinks about all citizens.

1 min

MP: Slain cop to get martyr status, kin Rs 1 cr financial aid

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday announced a financial assistance of Rs 1 crore for the family of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of Police Ramcharan Gautam killed in a mob attack in Mauganj district.

1 min

Trump More Prepared in Second Term; We Share Bond of Mutual Trust

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday he shares a bond of mutual trust with US President Donald Trump and they connect well because they believe in putting their respective national interests above everything else.

2 mins

False narrative created over 2002 Gujarat riots, courts found us innocent: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the discourse around the 2002 post-Godhra riots in Gujarat was an attempt to create a false narrative and his political opponents in power at the Centre wanted him to be punished but the courts cleared his name.

1 min

Resolution to Russia-Ukr conflict will come when both sides join negotiation table: PM

PM MODI IN PODCAST WITH LEX FRIEDMAN

2 mins

Consequential Onslaught

The fresh US airstrikes on Yemen have reignited tensions in the region, killing at least 31 people and injuring over 100, according to the Houthi-run health ministry.

2 mins

Ordnance from Syria's 13-year conflict explodes in port city

16 dead, 18 hurt

1 min

Indonesia: Cocoa farming at risk amid climate woes

Indonesian cocoa farmers are working with businesses and organisations to protect their crops from climate change and under-investment, which have pushed cocoa prices to record levels.

1 min

US Prepares to Deport About 300 Alleged Gang Members

To El Salvador

1 min

Trump Signs Orders to Gut Staff at US-Funded Media Outlets

President Donald Trump's administration on Saturday began making deep cuts to Voice of America and other government-run, pro-democracy programming, with the organization's director saying all VOA employees have been put on leave.

1 min

Ivory Coast losing US aid as al-Qaida, other extremist groups approaching

LOCALS WORRY THEY'VE BEEN ABANDONED

3 mins

Russia and Ukraine trade overnight strikes as Putin sets ceasefire terms

Russia and Ukraine traded heavy aerial blows overnight, with both sides on Saturday reporting more than 100 enemy drones over their respective territories.

2 mins

Bangladesh HC Upholds 20 Students' Death Penalty for Lynching Univ Mate

They Lynched Abrar Fahad for a Post Criticising the Government

1 min

Iran disavows Houthi links after US attack, Trump issues warning

THIS WAS THE 1ST STRIKE ON THE HOUTHIS UNDER TRUMP'S SECOND ADMIN

2 mins

Hamas: Hostage release hinges on implementation of ceasefire

Hamas said on Saturday it will only release an American-Israeli and the bodies of four other hostages if Israel implements their ceasefire agreement, calling it an \"exceptional deal\" aimed at getting the truce back on track.

2 mins

Sebi in discussions to finalize SOP for applying settlement norms

Markets watchdog Sebi is in discussions to finalize the standard operating procedure (SOP) for applying settlement regulations for cases amid rising number of settlement matters.

1 min

Housing demand strong, likely to grow on back of tax incentives

Housing demand continues to be strong and is expected to grow further on the back of tax incentives offered in the Budget and a recent repo rate cut, CREDAI President Boman Irani said.

1 min

Artificial intelligence has potential to enable collusion, says CCI chief

She also emphasized need to adopt a forward-looking approach as well as trust-based regulations

1 min

Investment decision for US may be delayed due to lack of clarity over tariffs: Tata Technologies MD & CEO

\"The company is hopeful that in next month or two, there will be some clarity in terms of policy\"

2 mins

Sugar output declines 16.13% to 23.71 mn tonnes so far this season

The National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories (NFCSF) expressed concern over the 'ambiguity' in sugar production numbers

2 mins

SAIL to Scale Up Rourkela Steel Plant Capacity to Nine MT by 2030

Post expansion, RSP will alone contribute around 25% to SAIL's overall 35 mn tonne per annum production capacity target by 2030

1 min

Malhotra Pitches for Real-Time Market Monitoring to Ensure Fair Competition

Union Minister Harsh Malhotra on Sunday pitched for real-time monitoring of markets to ensure fair competition as well as help protect the interests of MSMEs.

1 min

Global trends, tariff-related developments to drive mkts this week

The US Fed interest rate decision, global trends, tariff-related developments and trading activity of foreign investors will drive the equity market movement this week, analysts said.

1 min

FPIs Continue Sell-Off, Withdraw ₹30,000 Cr From Equities in First Fortnight of March

On the Other Hand, They Invested Rs 7,355 Cr in Debt General Limit and Withdrew Rs 325 Cr From Debt Voluntary Retention Route

1 min

India Should Seek Reciprocity From EU in Giving Greater Market Access in Medical Devices Under FTA: GTRI

Exporting to EU Has Become More Difficult as it Replaced Medical Device Directives With More Stringent Medical Device Rules (EU-MDR)

1 min

Navi Mumbai airport to be inaugurated in June

The greenfield airport is being developed by NMIAL, which is a 74:26 joint venture between Adani Airport Holdings Ltd & CIDCO Maharashtra

1 min

IIT Madras' Hyperloop project to become world's longest: Vaishnaw

Minister for Railways, I&B and Information Technology inspected Hyperloop project at IIT Madras on March 15

1 min

Ukraine foreign min to visit Mumbai on Wednesday to deepen trade ties

Sybiha wants to double India-Ukraine trade in next three years and is also proposing to open a consulate in Mumbai

1 min

Sun Pharma and Zydus Recall Products in US: USFDA Report

Sun Pharma and Zydus Pharmaceuticals are recalling products in the US due to manufacturing issues, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA).

1 min

India & New Zealand Announce Resumption of FTA Negotiations

Announcement was made after meeting of Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal & New Zealand's Trade Minister Todd McClay

2 mins

Mcap of five of top-10 most valued firms declines by ₹93,357.52 crore

Infosys, TCS, Hindustan Unilever, SBI and Reliance Industries saw a decline in their market valuations

1 min

BCCI's Medical Team head Patel puts in his papers

The BCCI's recently inaugurated Centre of Excellence (COE, earlier NCA) is expected to witness a few changes in composition of its staff in coming few months after Sports Science and Medical team head Nitin Patel recently tendered his resignation after a successful stint of nearly three years.

1 min

NZ beat Pakistan by 9 wickets in 1st T20I

A new era for Pakistan white-ball cricket got off to a rough start Sunday with a nine-wicket loss to New Zealand in the first of five Twenty20 internationals.

2 mins

Bayern Munich Held to 1-1 Draw at Union Berlin in Bundesliga

Urbig came off his line to deal with a deflected cross which looped high into the air, but he could only palm it to Union striker Benedict Hollerbach, who hit it in low to level the score

2 mins

I don't want to go to room, sit alone & sulk: Kohli

BATS FOR FAMILY ON TOURS

2 mins

Norris wins wet and wild Australian Grand Prix

HAMILTON FINISHES 10TH

2 mins

Nair looks to carry forward domestic success in IPL 2025

I am really happy to back at the Delhi Capitals, I am excited to join the side and to play with everyone. I will treat the game as important as the last one

2 mins

India Ends Special Olympics World Winter Games Campaign With 33 Medals

India clinched 12 medals in four events on the final day, concluding their campaign at the Special Olympics World Winter Games with a total of 33 medals in Turin, Italy.

1 min

Maybe the occasion got to players: DC head coach after 3rd final loss

Delhi Capitals should have chased down 150 against Mumbai Indians but fell short by eight runs on Saturday night

2 mins

'Love to pick films that I can watch with MY DAUGHTER'

Abhishek Bachchan gets uncomfortable doing sexually explicit films ever since he became a girl dad

1 min

John wants to collaborate with Akshay on a comedy film

They have previously collaborated on blockbuster comedy hits such as 'Garam Masala', 'Desi Boyz' and 'Housefull 2'

1 min

Vidya didn't look in the mirror for six months

She is one of the most celebrated actors in Indian cinema

1 min

'They took all my LINES OUT'

Jenna Ortega recently talked about her role in 'Iron Man 3'

1 min

'Shot for Paatal Lok S2, Baksho Bondi BACK-TO-BACK'

Tillotama said that it was almost by 'osmosis' that the team of 'Paatal Lok' felt the film was as important as their own project

1 min

Imtiaz Ali admits Sara and Kartik's 'Love Aaj Kal' lacked freshness

In a recent interaction, Imtiaz opened up about the film's failure and declared that he would largely stay away from sequels

1 min

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