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Man killed for refusing daughter’s hand in marriage

An elderly businessman died after being attacked by a young man. The attacker demanded to marry the elderly man's daughter. The murder sparked tension in the area, leading to the accused's house being vandalised and demolished by angry locals.

Majestic Pandal contest

Globally acknowledging some of the most thought provoking and beautifully crafted Durga Puja pandals and idols this year, The Art of Living announced the results of the Majestic Pandal Contest, held for the first time.

CM asks police to invoke POCSO in Joynagar case

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday asked police to register a case under the POCSO Act in the alleged rapemurder of a 10-year-old girl in Kultali in Joynagar in South 24-Parganas istrict, and ensure that the culprits get capital punishment within three months.

Dhaniakhali handlooms on the decline

Among the traditional handlooms in Bengal, Begumpur handloom, Santipur handloom, and Dhaniakhali handloom sarees have earned worldwide recognition.