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City celebrates Chinese New Year with delectable delicacies

Chinese New Year celebrations in Kolkata are a vibrant blend of local and Chinese tradition. First-time visitors can get the best possible experience with the atmosphere of central Kolkata. The areas are filled with red and gold decorations which focus on good fortune and happiness.

RG Kar verdict: Hearing on admissibility of CBI, govt pleas concludes

The hearing on the admissibility of two petitions by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the West Bengal government seeking the death penalty for Sanjay Roy, the sole convict in the RG Kar rape and murder case, concluded at a division Bench of the Calcutta High Court on Monday afternoon.

Nagendranath Roy Padma Shri nomination

Nagendranath Roy, a retired teacher of Patharghata Bhubanjote Primary School, has been nominated for the prestigious Padma Shri Award 2025 in recognition of his contribution to the Rajbanshi language.

A vision lives on

Even though he avoided limelight throughout his life, last week he was a headline in all Kolkata newspapers including The Statesman. And, in all international newspapers earlier in the month.

Vijay Diwas: Military tattoo at Fort William

The Military Training Area astride Fort William, Kolkata is set to come alive with an awe-inspiring display of skill, precision and valour on 16 December, as the Indian Army hosts the annual military tattoo to commemorate the 53rd Vijay Diwas.