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Kolkata: Heavy rainfall leads to severe waterlogging in parts of city
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Severe waterlogging was witnessed in parts of Kolkata amid heavy rainfall across the city. The downpour disrupted traffic movement in multiple areas and caused inconvenience to the citizens as well.
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Hazra Park Durgotsab unveils Kolkata's tallest 30-ft Durga idol with theme
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The theme "Drishtikon," conceptualised by renowned artist Biman Saha, delves deep into the symbolism of colour beyond its visual appeal. It is portrayed as a profound language of self-expression that narrates stories through every shade.
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"Saddened to hear about loss of life, flooded streets and homes": Shashi T
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a post on X, Tharoor also expressed grief over the loss of lives due to the disaster in Eastern India City.
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Kolkata floods: Water levels have receded significantly, says CM Mamata Ba
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
She added that the state government will also ensure employment is provided to the next of kin.
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Rahul Gandhi urges centre, state govt to help restore normalcy in Kolkata
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
"My thoughts are with the people of Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal as they endure the devastation caused by incessant rainfall and flooding. Heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. I urge Congress workers to extend all possible support, and request St
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"We condemn politicisation of such an issue": West Bengal Minister Shashi
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
"BJP is just opposing the state government on social media. When there was waterlogging in Delhi and Gurugram, there was no action from the BJP. Today, they are speaking a lot about the situation in Kolkata. We condemn politicisation of such an issue," she said.
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Kolkata floods: CM Mamata urges not to politicise "crisis", BJP accuses WB
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
CM Mamata further said that in BJP-ruled states, when floods and natural calamities struck, no blame game was pursued.
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CM Mamata Banerjee condoles deaths of people due to electrocution incident
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday expressed grief over the deaths of people who lost their lives due to an electrocution incident following the cloudburst. CM added that she has never seen such rain.
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Catchy Beats, Creative Streets: Asian Paints Makes Sharad Shamman's 40th Y
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 23: For 40 years, Asian Paints Sharad Shamman has been more than an award--it has been Kolkata's cultural archive, chronicling the artistry and imagination of Durga Pujo. To mark this milestone, Asian Paints presents Choltey Choltey Chollish - one-of-a
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Kolkata: IndiGo issues travel advisory for passengers; one flight diverted
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
IndiGo Airlines issued a travel advisory for its passengers on Tuesday, stating that some routes across Kolkata were impacted due to heavy rain in the city.
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Kolkata: Heavy torrential rains lead to waterlogging; Howrah, Sealdah yard
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Howrah station yard, Sealdah South station yard, Chitpur North Cabin, and different car sheds were also waterlogged due to the heavy rains, according to a press release by the Eastern Railway (ER).
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West Bengal: Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata highlights impact of divorce on
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
A Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata has drawn attention with its unique theme 'brake fail', depicting the impact of divorce on a couple's child.
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