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Brand Storii forays into West Bengal with launch of Storii Devasom Spa & Resort, Kolkata
Speaking on the launch, Ravi Todi, director, South City Group, said the prime location of Storii Kolkata offers the perfect retreat for relaxation and revitalization. "Yet another magnificent development by South City Group. We have chosen ITC Hotels to manage the property given their excellence in hospitality," he added.
CJI Chandrachud recalls Delhi vs Centre verdict: 'Applied concept of Constitutional morality…'
Addressing a conference on Contemporary Judicial Developments in Kolkata, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on June 29 explained the concept of “constitutional morality”. “The thing we are going to discuss is constitutional morality… Constitutional mor...
Delhi airport roof collapse: TMC alleges Modi's guarantee 'crumbling'
Delhi Airport, with Terminals 1, 2, and 3, handles approximately 1,400 flight movements daily, with Terminal 1 specifically used for domestic flights by IndiGo and SpiceJet.
Deadlock over swearing-in of two Trinamool MLAs
Bandyopadhyay and Sarkar were elected from Baranagar near Kolkata and Bhagwangola in Murshidabad district, respectively. Speaker Biman Banerjee said: "We want to know who will administer the oath... I am taking legal advice on the issue. We have written a detailed letter to the Governor. If needed, I will seek help from the President. I will also try to understand the Speaker's limitation and purview," he said.
Mamata Banerjee hits out at Centre for lack of anti-collision devices
Banerjee said, "The Railways has become parent-less and has lost its beauty and glory," adding "passenger amenities have been reduced while polls are rigged." "There is no Railway budget anymore. You can see Railways at the time of inaugurations. It has become a fashion-statement of sorts."
Kuwait fire tragedy: Victim's body arrives in Kolkata; BJP's Agnimitra Paul attacks Mamata govt
The body of Dwarikesh Pattanayak, a victim of the Kuwait fire tragedy, arrived at Kolkata airport. West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose and BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul paid their respects. Paul demanded Rs 10 lakh compensation and education sponsorship for the victim's family. Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh expedited bringing the deceased Indians' remains back.
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Golden Quadrilateral: Route, map, distance, toll and features of India's key highway
The total length of the Golden Quadrilateral is about 5,800 kilometers (3,600 mi). The route starts from Delhi and goes north to NH 1 until it reaches Agra. It then turns south on NH 2 until it reaches Kolkata. From Kolkata, it takes NH 6 to Chennai. Finally, from Chennai, it travels west on NH 4 until it reaches Mumbai, and then north on NH 8 to complete the quadrilateral back to Delhi.
Air India Express to operate daily direct flights from Kolkata to Ghaziabad
Air India Express, a subsidiary of Air India and part of the Tata group, will begin daily direct flights between Kolkata and Hindon airport in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, starting August 15. Hindon Airport, serving as a secondary airport for the National Capital Region (NCR), will offer improved connectivity. The Kolkata-Hindon flight will depart at 7:10 am and return at 4:25 pm. AIX will also add Kathmandu and Dhaka to its network, with details to be announced later.
Unsold housing stock up 24 per cent in top 7 cities, builders need 22 months to sell: Report
Unsold housing stocks in seven major cities have risen by 24 per cent since 2019, totaling about 4,68,000 units in March 2024. However, realty firms are expected to sell them 31 per cent faster due to high sales velocity, according to JLL India. The time to sell the active unsold inventory has decreased from 32 months in 2019 to just 22 months in Q1 2024, driven by a surge in housing demand.
Gautam Gambhir can be misleading at times but when it comes to crunch times, he has always delivered
But, Gambhir is, and was not, a grumpy person. He has the look of the perennial angry young man, because, let’s face it, he won’t back down from certain causes. Does he always pick the right ones? This is hard to say, given his politics. But, once he has committed to something, Gambhir will give what he can. Let us leave the constituency of Delhi East alone for the moment, as Gambhir has, and focus on cricket.
Cyclone Remal: Price of flight ticket from Kolkata surges to Rs 80,000 before operations were closed for 21 hours
Kolkata airport experienced a surge in air fares up to Rs 80,000 as travellers rushed to fly out before the Cyclone Remal shutdown. Operations resumed after 21 hours, with significant passenger traffic and high ticket prices.
Unsung heroes: BCCI secretary Jay Shah announces cash rewards for IPL's groundsmen and curators
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah praised unsung heroes, groundsmen, and curators of IPL venues for providing brilliant pitches. Each will receive Rs 25 lakh as appreciation. Kolkata Knight Riders won the IPL, setting high-scoring match records. Shah also congratulated KKR and thanked fans for a successful season.
Bangladesh MP Murder: Detective chief says conspirator may have escaped to US, seeks Interpol's help to track down suspect
The primary suspect in the murder of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar, Akhtaruzzaman Shaheen, is believed to have escaped to the US via Dubai from Kathmandu. Bangladesh is seeking Interpol's assistance in apprehending him, emphasizing the seriousness of the crime. The murder, motivated by a dispute over proceeds from a gold smuggling racket, led to the victim's body parts being dismembered and disposed of in Bagjola canal near Kolkata. Authorities are coordinating with Indian counterparts to track down suspects.
IPL final: F&B companies rejoice as demand at bars and cafes soars up to 50% amid lean summer
During an otherwise lean season for pubs, bars and restaurants because of people being away on summer vacations, the IPL final in Chennai triggered a dramatic spike in footfall and sales across the cricket-crazy nation, executives said.
Cyclone Remal: IndiGo airlines reschedules and cancels some flights
In a statement, the airlines said, "IndiGo has rescheduled and cancelled some flights due to Cyclone REMAL and the NOTAM issued in Kolkata. Passengers have been informed of all changes in advance and being provided real-time updates on social platforms".
Golden Quadrilateral: Route, map, distance, toll and features of India's key highway
The Golden Quadrilateral is a network of four national highways in India that connect the four major metro cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata in a quadrilateral (four-sided) configuration. It is one of the most important road projects in India, and it has played a significant role in the country's economic development. This is the longest highway project in the country and the 5th longest in the world.
Bangladesh MP goes missing in Kolkata
An MP from Bangladesh, Anwarul Azim Anar, has been missing since May 13 after arriving in Kolkata for medical treatment on May 12, according to a senior official from the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata. Anar, a member of Bangladesh's ruling Awami League, was staying at a friend's place in Baranagar when he disappeared after going to meet someone.
Delhi car showroom firing: Shooter killed in encounter with police
A shooter, Ajay alias Goli, was killed in an encounter with the Delhi Police Special Cell near Shahbad Dairy. Ajay, a native of Haryana's Rohtak, was involved in a dozen murder cases and registered under the Arms Act. He and Mohit Ridhau opened fire at a luxury car showroom in west Delhi, causing seven injuries. The shooters left a note with the names of three gangsters.
IPL 2024 playoffs: What are CSK and RCB's chances now after SRH enters top 4?
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured an IPL play-off spot with 15 points after rain forced their match against Gujarat Titans to be called off. They joined Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in the play-offs. SRH's final league game will be against Punjab Kings on May 19, while Gujarat Titans were eliminated from play-off contention.
SRH qualifies for IPL playoff after rain washes out match against GT
Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a spot in the IPL playoffs after their match against Gujarat Titans was washed out due to rain. With this, they join Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in the playoffs. Sunrisers received one point, bringing their tally to 15 points with one match left. Gujarat Titans, last year's runners-up, were eliminated from the playoff race, finishing with 12 points. The toss didn't happen due to rain, and despite efforts, the match had to be abandoned.
Another record topples; most sixes in IPL history hit this season
The 17th edition of the IPL has seen a surge in sixes, setting new records in T20 cricket. Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants' match was a high-scoring spectacle with 20 sixes. The season's total sixes surpassed the previous record. Punjab Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Marcus Stoinis set new milestones in successful chases and individual scores.
The Sanju Samson journey: Kerala's own cult hero
Sanju Samson, inspired by Brendon McCullum's explosive IPL debut in 2008, shifted his career dream from civil service to cricket. With determination and support from family and mentors, he has become a humble and rooted sportsperson, connecting with Kerala's discerning society. His passion for cricket is evident in his commitment to state cricket success.
BJP's wavelength does not match that of Bengal's people: Mamata Banerjee
"Bengal and BJP are not a good match as their wavelength is completely different from ours. While we uphold our culture & tradition, the migratory birds from Delhi do nothing but spread lies on Bengal, in Bengal," Mamata Banerjee said on X.
Harshit Rana suspended for one match, fined 100 per cent match fees
Kolkata Knight Riders seamer Harshit Rana was fined 100% of his match fees and suspended for one match for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during their match against Delhi Capitals. Rana, who was fined earlier for a similar offence, almost repeated it when he gestured towards Abhishek Porel to leave the field and appealed excessively. He will miss KKR's next match against Mumbai Indians. Rana is KKR's joint leading wicket-taker in the IPL.
After Mumbai, Bhopal, Goa, Nagpur, Kolkata and Jaipur airports, Delhi's Chacha Nehru Hospital receives bomb threat via email
Delhi's Chacha Nehru Hospital in Shahdara faced a bomb threat via email, following incidents in Bhopal, Goa, Nagpur, Kolkata, and Jaipur. Prompt action was taken, involving security teams and law enforcement. Despite evacuations and searches, no suspicious items were found. Similar threats occurred across the country, including at airports. Heightened security measures were implemented.
Kolkata Knight Riders beat Delhi Capitals by seven wickets
Kolkata Knight Riders secured a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League match. Delhi Capitals, opting to bat first, managed only 153/9 due to KKR's disciplined bowling. KKR then chased down the target of 154 with 21 balls to spare. Phil Salt's aggressive 68 off 33 balls propelled KKR to a strong start, reaching 79 for no loss in the power play.
Lok Sabha Elections: 266 low-turnout seats on EC watch
During the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the voter turnout in 11 states fell below the national average of 67.40%, highlighting the need for strategic measures to address this issue. An estimated 297 million eligible voters abstained from voting in the last election, indicating a significant portion of the electorate disengaged from the democratic process.
SpiceJet restarts flights to Sikkim's Pakyong airport from Kolkata, Delhi
SpiceJet resumes flights to Pakyong airport in Sikkim from Delhi and Kolkata, with additional flights to Ayodhya from Hyderabad. The airline addresses operational challenges, tourist influx, and schedule details, ensuring connectivity despite monsoon season obstacles.
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