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Messi Kolkata event organizer sent to 14-day police custody
The Bidhannagar court has remanded Satadru Dutta, the promoter and organizer of Lionel Messi's G.O.A.T India Tour 2025, to 14 days of police custody, according to ANI.
Who is Satadru Dutta, organizer of Messi event in Kolkata?
The "G.O.A.T. Tour of India 2025," featuring football legend Lionel Messi, ended in chaos at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday.
Messi's Kolkata event organizer arrested, police promise ticket refund
The West Bengal police have arrested the organizer of a recent event featuring Argentine footballer Lionel Messi at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, Hindustan Times reported.
Mamata Banerjee apologizes to Messi, fans after stadium chaos
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has publicly apologized to football superstar Lionel Messi and his fans after a chaotic event at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.
Messi's Kolkata visit turns chaotic as fans vandalize stadium
The GOAT Tour of football legend Lionel Messi in Kolkata turned into a nightmare on Saturday.
Watch: Messi meets SRK, poses with AbRam in Kolkata
Argentine football legend Lionel Messi is currently on a three-day tour of India.
Tharoor skips Rahul Gandhi-led Congress MPs' meet for 3rd time
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor missed a meeting of the party's Lok Sabha lawmakers on Friday. This is the third consecutive time he has skipped such meetings in recent weeks.
In the mood for besan toast breakfasts? Try these
A popular street food in India, besan toast is a quick and delicious breakfast option.
It'll be SRK x Lionel Messi in Kolkata this Saturday!
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to attend the first leg of Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour 2025 in Kolkata.
Planning trips to botanical gardens in India? Avoid these
India is home to many botanical gardens, but not all of them live up to the hype.
Sandeshkhali violence key witness critically injured in crash before hearing
Bholanath Ghosh, a key witness in the Sandeshkhali violence cases, was critically injured in a road accident on Wednesday.
Rahul Bose accused of faking domicile certificate: Case explained
Actor and former rugby player Rahul Bose is facing legal trouble in Himachal Pradesh.
Kolkata: 150-year-old New Market to be made earthquake-resistant
The iconic New Market in Kolkata, officially known as SS Hogg Market, is set to undergo a major transformation.
IndiGo flight delays to continue today, Delhi airport warns
IndiGo Airlines is still grappling with massive flight disruptions on Monday, the seventh day of an unprecedented air travel crisis in India.
Samosa + chai: How the metro cities pair these two
Samosa and chai are two of the most loved snacks in India. The crispy samosa with its spicy filling and the hot, flavorful chai make for an irresistible combination.
Exploring the best street breakfasts across metros in India
India's vibrant street breakfasts are a window to the country's diverse culinary heritage.
Government confirms GPS spoofing at airports, cites backups, cyber upgrades
The Indian government has confirmed that several major airports, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, were hit by GPS spoofing signals last month.
6 dead after powerful earthquake hits Bangladesh
A powerful 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck central Bangladesh on Friday morning.
'Because of SIR? BJP mocks Mamata as earthquake jolts Kolkata
The West Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) took a jibe at Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after a 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday.
5.5-magnitude earthquake hits Bangladesh; tremors felt in Kolkata, Northeast states
An estimated 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck Dhaka and other parts of Bangladesh at around 10:38am on Friday morning.
Love sweets for breakfast? Try these options from across India
India's bustling streets are famous for their vibrant culture and delicious food. Among these, breakfast sweets stand out, giving an authentic taste of regional flavors.
Exploring the best street-side jalebi breakfasts across India
Jalebi, a beloved Indian sweet, is a staple breakfast option in many parts of the country.
5 regional aloo tikki twists you'd wish you tried sooner
Aloo tikki is a beloved Indian snack, but have you tried its lesser-known variations?
Kolkata records highest inhalable microplastic levels: IISER study
A recent study by the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Kolkata, has found that inhalable microplastics (iMPs) are a significant component of urban air pollution.
Upma variations: 5 must-try street breakfasts in India
A popular South Indian breakfast dish, upma is made with semolina and spices.
Delhi blast: Video shows suspected bomber driving car before blast
A powerful explosion rocked the busy area near Delhi's Red Fort on Monday evening.
4-year-old girl kidnapped, raped in West Bengal; probe launched
A four-year-old girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped in West Bengal's Hooghly district near Kolkata.
What's special about INS Ikshak, '80% indigenous' vessel
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Ikshak, its third Survey Vessel (SVL) class ship, at Kochi on November 6, 2025.
Celebrate Zohran's win by watching these brilliant Mira Nair titles
Mira Nair, the acclaimed BAFTA-nominated filmmaker from Odisha, has been making headlines after her son Zohran Mamdani made history by becoming New York City's second-youngest and first Muslim mayor at 34.
Mamata Banerjee leads protest march against electoral rolls revision
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a massive protest march in Kolkata on Tuesday against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
3 men who abducted, gang-raped student near Coimbatore airport arrested
Three men have been arrested for allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a college student in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore.
Man arrested after following TMC MLA, punching him in stomach
Trinamool Congress MLA and former West Bengal minister Jyotipriyo Mallick was attacked at his Salt Lake residence on Sunday night.
'Tilottama': Prasar Bharati confirmed to present film on Kolkata rape-murder
The state-owned public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati, will present the Bengali feature film Tilottama, reported IANS.
Is a film on Kolkata doctor's rape-murder case being made?
Prasar Bharati, the public broadcaster under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is currently reviewing a proposal for a film titled Tillotoma.
After 5 years, India-China resume direct flights: Know more
Direct flights between India and China have resumed after a gap of over five years. The development was confirmed by Yu Jing, spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India.
West Bengal: Medical student gang-raped near private college
A second-year MBBS student at IQ City Medical College in Durgapur, West Bengal, was allegedly gang-raped on Friday night.
Who's Kavita Banerjee? Actor engaged to 'Uttaran' star Nandish Sandhu
Television actor Nandish Singh Sandhu announced his engagement to actor Kavita Banerjee on Thursday.
20-km-long jam on Delhi-Kolkata highway; vehicles stuck for 4 days
A massive traffic jam on National Highway 19 has left thousands of commuters and truck drivers stranded for three to four days.
India, China to soon resume direct flights after 5-year suspension
India and China are set to resume direct flight services later this month, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced.
Myntra launches 30-minute delivery in Kolkata ahead of Durga Puja
Myntra has launched its 30-minute delivery service, M-Now, in Kolkata. The move comes just ahead of the city's famous Durga Puja celebrations.
Flights diverted, firms allow WFH as heavy rain batters Hyderabad
Heavy rain lashed Hyderabad and its outskirts on Friday, disrupting normal life and travel.
AP Dhillon announces 8-city tour: Date, venue, ticket details here
Punjabi music sensation AP Dhillon has announced an eight-city arena tour across India.
West Bengal schools advance Durga Puja vacations due to rains
All schools, government and private, will remain closed in West Bengal till October 2, 2025.
Record rain devastates Kolkata; 9 dead, exams, 30 flights canceled
Heavy overnight rains paralyzed Kolkata on Tuesday, crippling transportation and submerging roads and residences across the city.
Ahead of Durga puja, IMD predicts heavy rain for Bengal
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in several districts of southern West Bengal.
7 dead, schools, Metro hit after heavy rain in Kolkata
As many as seven people have died in separate rain-related incidents after heavy rain lashed Kolkata and its neighboring areas.
Bengal government hospital manager accused of raping several women staff
A contractual worker at the Panskura Superspeciality Hospital in West Bengal's East Midnapore district has accused her facility manager of rape.
PM Modi inaugurates Combined Commanders' Conference in Kolkata
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army in Kolkata.
Kolkata businessman beaten up for refusing ₹10,000 Durga Puja donation
A businessman in Kolkata was allegedly beaten up by members of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for refusing to pay a ₹10,000 donation for Durga Puja, according to the police.
Modi to inaugurate Bairabi-Sairang corridor, Mizoram's 1st railway line, tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Bairabi-Sairang railway line on September 13.
'Bengal Files' finally gets screening in Kolkata, but conditions apply
Director Vivek Agnihotri's latest film, The Bengal Files, will be screened in Kolkata for the first time this Saturday (on September 13).
Kolkata: 20-year-old woman gang-raped by 2 men on birthday
A 20-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by two acquaintances on her birthday in Kolkata's Regent Park area.
Kolkata biker killed after colliding with TMC MLA's convoy car
A motorcyclist in Kolkata lost his life after his bike collided with the pilot car leading the convoy of Trinamool Congress MLA Saokat Molla near Science City on Tuesday.
'Get hate from both sides': Akhtar on Urdu meet cancellation
Renowned poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar has reacted to the cancellation of a Kolkata literary event, which was called off after some Islamic groups objected to his participation.
Jewelry exporters seek urgent government relief as US tariffs bite
The Gems and Jewelry Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has requested the Indian government to intervene with immediate relief measures.
Myanmar rescue: Bihar youth reveals how he fell into trap
Six youths from Bihar, who were victims of an international job scam, have been rescued from a cyber fraud hub in Myawaddy, Myanmar.
Veteran Bengali actor-politician Joy Banerjee dies at 62
Veteran Bengali film actor and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Joy Banerjee, passed away on Monday at a private hospital in Kolkata. He was 62.
Students thrashed in Kolkata, called Bangladeshi for speaking Bengali
Tension erupted in Kolkata's Sealdah area on Wednesday night after a group of Calcutta University students alleged they were attacked by Hindi-speaking traders.
'The Bengal Files' is truth, not propaganda: Vivek Agnihotri
Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has defended his upcoming film The Bengal Files amid mounting controversy surrounding the project.
'Bengal Files' trailer: Agnihotri promises 'boldest film on Hindu genocide'
The much-anticipated trailer of The Bengal Files was unveiled on Saturday.
Agnihotri to visit Kalighat temple before releasing 'Bengal Files' trailer
Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri will be unveiling the trailer of his upcoming film The Bengal Files in Kolkata. Before the launch, he plans to visit the Kalighat temple to seek blessings.
Ex-Trinamool leader runs fake Interpol office in Noida; arrested
The Delhi Police has busted a fake international police station and Intelligence Bureau (IB) office in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Bengal box office: Dev-Subhashree's reunion film 'Dhumketu' beats 'War 2'
The Bengali film Dhumketu, which is set to release on Thursday, August 14, will see the reunion of superstars Dev and Subhashree Ganguly, and the buzz is strong.
RG Kar rape victim's parents 'beaten up': Suvendu Adhikari
On Saturday, the parents of Abhaya, the R.G. Kar rape and murder victim, were allegedly assaulted by Kolkata Police during a protest march to Nabanna state secretariat.
Trump's real estate brand booming in India despite political rift
Despite Donald Trump's constant criticism of India, the country has become his biggest global market for real estate.
NH10 connecting Sikkim-Kalimpong to remain closed for 3 days
National Highway 10, which connects Kalimpong in West Bengal to Sikkim, will remain closed for three days due to landslides.
Kolkata tops list of cleanest air among Indian metros
Kolkata has been named the Indian metro with the cleanest air quality, according to a new study by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).
20th anniversary celebration: 'Parineeta' returns to theaters in August
The critically acclaimed Hindi film Parineeta, starring Vidya Balan and Saif Ali Khan, will be re-released in theaters on its 20th anniversary.