Suraksha Diagnostics to invest Rs 200 cr to set up over 20 centres across east India
KOLKATA, June 18: Suraksha Diagnostics on Wednesday said it will invest Rs 200 crore to set up over 20 advanced imaging centres across eastern India. The plan, which will be executed in collaboration with United Imaging, is aimed at expanding access to advanced diagnostic services in tier 2 and tier 3 cities, enhancing both affordability and healthcare quality in smaller towns and semi-urban regions, it said. No timeline was, however, revealed for the investment rollout. This collaboration will assist us [] The post Suraksha Diagnostics to invest Rs 200 cr to set up over 20 centres across east India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Birla Tyre unveils new brand identity under Himadri-led consortium
KOLKATA, June 18: Birla Tyre on Wednesday unveiled its new brand identity, including a redesigned logo and corporate website, marking a fresh strategic direction under its new promoters a consortium led by Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd and Dalmia Bharat Refractories. The rebranding comes as the Kolkata-based tyre maker, once part of the BK Birla Group, aims to reposition itself as a high-performance, future-ready brand for the Indian and global markets, after being acquired through the corporate insolvency process. The [] The post Birla Tyre unveils new brand identity under Himadri-led consortium appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trincas Timeline project spotlights Kolkatas enduring love for jazz
Trincas, the iconic restaurant in Kolkatas Park Street, has launched a community-based memory project that collects stories, photos and anecdotes from patrons, musicians and historians.
Kolkata: Complaint filed against 'Kesari Chapter 2' for distorting history
The Hindi film Kesari Chapter 2, which was recently released on JioHotstar, has landed in controversy after a police complaint was filed against it in West Bengal.
Three members of a family found hanging inside their flat in Kolkata
An elderly couple and their specially abled son were found hanging in their flat in south Kolkata and the police suspect a suicide case as the family was having financial hurdles.
House panel to take stock of crash on June 23 meeting
NEW DELHI: The Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, chaired by JD(U) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, is likely to meet on June 23 and deliberate on the recent air crashes in Ahmedabad and Uttarakhand. The meetings agenda includes addressing traffic congestion and encroachment on National Highways in states, including the Delhi-NCR region. According to sources, the panel may have a formal discussion in a subsequent meeting specially convened to address emerging air safety challenges. Although no official statement has yet been made by the Parliamentary Panel, sources familiar with the matter indicated that members may hold a formal discussion on the air crashes and the subsequent situation. Sources added that the meeting will also see participation from officials from the National Highways and other associated departments. Since the high-level investigations into the Ahmedabad air crash and a helicopter crash are being conducted by the concerned immediate agencies, we may formally think of having a discussion and may decide to scheduling a meeting on air safety and challenges with officials, summoned from related ministry, airports authority of India, other air services in any future meeting, said a source. Commercial pilot-turned-MP from Bihars Chhapra, Rajiv Pratap Rudy, a members of this panel, might be formally requested to share insights into the technical causes. Turbulence continues June 15: An Air India Express (Guwahati-Kolkata) flight suffered an 18-hour delay after a technical glitch forced passengers to be deboarded twice A Chennai-bound British Airways flight returned to London mid-air as a precaution after reports of a technical snag A Saudia Airlines flight from Jeddah caused an alarm in Lucknow when smoke and sparks were detected from its wheels upon landing. surveillance finds no major concerns The recent surveillance conducted on Boeing 787 fleet did not reveal any major safety concerns with the aircraft and its maintenance systems, which were found to comply with safety standards.
Elderly couple, son found hanging in Kolkata home; suicide pact suspected amid financial distress
In Kolkata's Kasba area, a family of three, including an elderly couple and their son, were discovered deceased in their apartment, with authorities suspecting suicide. A note found at the scene stated no one was responsible for their actions, hinting at financial struggles. Neighbors reported the family had moved in recently and faced economic hardship, exacerbated by the pandemic.
Volatile geo-politics pushes up gold price to over 1L
Pocket fires smoulder, KMC starts Kidderpore traders rehab process
Tech snag found during refuelling pit stop, Air India Boeing grounded
Kol prof on 1K-km road trip to escape war-ravaged Tehran
90% plaints against private hosps this yr about billing
Blackstone buys South City Mall, Colombo project for 3,250 crore
UG admission portal opens at 10 am today to fill 9 lakh seats
Sukanta apologises for hurling slipper at Sikh CISF officer
Delhi trader kidnapped in Bengal, rescued with cabby help
Calcutta HC orders interim stay on notification of OBC list in W.B.
On June 10, the West Bengal government tabled a new OBC list in the State Assembly with minor changes compared to the previous list. The Calcutta High Court in May 2024 had cancelled theOBC reservation awarded to 77 categories
Toothbrush extracted from 37-yr-olds stomach
Sex assault on sister: Girl gets dad arrested
Fire at Kolkata market man-made, says Suvendu Adhikari
The West Bengal government has refuted allegations made by the Opposition with Minister Sujit Bose saying that some people are trying to spread rumours
Air India operations disrupted amid post-crash checks, flight cancellations
Several Air India international flights were cancelled on Tuesday, days after a deadly crash involving a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft in Ahmedabad raised serious safety and operational concerns. Among the affected services were Delhi-Dubai (AI 915), Delhi-Vienna (AI 153), Delhi-Paris (AI 143), Ahmedabad-London (AI 159) , Bengaluru-London (AI 133), and London-Amritsar (AI 170). Most of these routes are operated using the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, the same aircraft type involved in the June 12 tragedy that killed 241 people shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Air India cited operational constraints and additional safety checks for the disruptions. A spokesperson said, We regret the inconvenience and are making alternate travel arrangements, including hotel accommodations, full refunds, or complimentary rescheduling where required. Dreamliner diversions and mid-air turnbacks Amid the cancellations, flight AI 315 from Hong Kong to Delhi was forced to turn back after a technical glitch was detected mid-flight. In another incident, a San Francisco-Mumbai flight (AI 180), which was rerouted through Kolkata due to Pakistani airspace restrictions, was grounded during a scheduled halt at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport after a technical snag was suspected. All 228 people on board, including 211 passengers, were safely deboarded. Some passengers were accommodated in local hotels, though scenes of confusion were reported at the airport. The Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai which suffered a technical snag in one of its engines due to which passengers had to be deplaned during a scheduled halt at the Kolkata airport, Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Paris service suspended due to restrictions at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport Air Indias Delhi-Paris service (AI 143) was also grounded after pre-flight checks revealed an unspecified issue. The airline clarified that, besides the technical matter, the flight was subject to night operation restrictions at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport. As a result, the return leg (AI 142 from Paris to Delhi) scheduled for June 17 was also cancelled. Air India Spokesperson says, Flight AI143 from Delhi to Paris of 17 June has been cancelled. The mandatory pre-flight checks identified an issue which is being presently addressed. However, in view of the flight coming under the restrictions on night operations at Paris Charles ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2025 Ahmedabad-Gatwick flight cancelled Separately, the airline confirmed that its Ahmedabad to London Gatwick flight was cancelled due to aircraft unavailability resulting from airspace restrictions and precautionary checks. It denied media reports that a technical fault had prompted the cancellation. IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Nagpur In a separate aviation incident on Tuesday, IndiGo flight 6E 2706, en route from Muscat to Delhi via Kochi, made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport following a bomb threat. All passengers were safely deplaned and preliminary checks found nothing suspicious. Authorities are continuing their investigation. Fallout of the June 12 crash The disruptions come in the wake of the June 12 crash of Air India flight AI 171, a Dreamliner service from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, which exploded into flames after plunging into a hostel complex just seconds after takeoff. The crash, which occurred less than 2km from the airport, killed 241 of the 242 people on board and at least 33 people on the ground. A British-Indian man seated in 11A was the sole survivor. The airline has since retired the AI 171 callsign as a mark of respect. The increasing number of cancellations, return-to-base incidents, and emergency checks involving Dreamliners has raised fresh questions about Air Indias long-haul fleet safety and maintenance practices. (With inputs from Agencies) Air India pays moving tribute to Dreamliner crew with heartfelt collage
Air India San Francisco-Mumbai Flight Terminated at Kolkata After Engine Snag
211 passengers face chaos at Kolkata airport as technical issue delays journey; special flight arranged for 150 stranded fliers
Engine snag grounds Air India San Francisco-Mumbai flight in Kolkata
Air India is making special arrangements to fly the stranded passengers to Mumbai. No further details were available. Usually, the carrier flies directly to Mumbai from San Francisco but the ongoing geopolitical events, including closure of Pakistani airspace, has led AI to reroute it and take a technical halt in Kolkata.
Real Estate Deal: Blackstone Acquires South City Mall In Kolkata For Rs 3,250 Crore
Blackstone acquired South City Mall in Kolkata for Rs 3,250 crore, with Anarock as the sole transaction advisor. The mall spans 10 lakh sqft and generates over Rs 1,800 cr a year.
Blackstone acquires Kolkata's South City Mall for Rs 3,250 crore
Blackstone has acquired South City Mall in Kolkata for Rs 3,250 crore from South City Projects, a consortium of Kolkata business families. Anarock served as the transaction advisor for the deal. The mall, spanning one million square feet, boasts high foot traffic and significant annual turnover, making it a prime retail asset for Blackstone to expand its Indian retail portfolio.
Kolkata: All passengers deplaned as Air India flight grounded after technical issue
An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai, with a scheduled stop in Kolkata, was grounded on Tuesday after a technical issue was suspected during a routine post-landing inspection. All passengers were safely deplaned, and some have been accommodated in a hotel in Kolkata. While speaking to reporters, passengers expressed mixed reactions to the []
S-400, BrahMos Replicas & More: Kolkata To Witness Operation Sindoor-Themed Durga Puja
This year, the theme of Operation Sindoor is expected to stand out as a powerful and emotional tribute to the nations defence forces.
Another AI Flight suffers technical snag, passengers deplaned in Kolkata
Kolkata, Jun 17: An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai suffered a technical snag in one of its engines, due to which passengers had to be deplaned during a scheduled halt at the Kolkata airport early on Tuesday. Flight AI180 arrived on time at 12.45 am at the airport, but a technical snag [] The post Another AI Flight suffers technical snag, passengers deplaned in Kolkata appeared first on Northlines .
Air India Flight Makes Emergency Halt in Kolkata After Engine Fault
SRINAGAR: An Air India flight (AI180) from San Francisco to Mumbai was halted at Kolkata airport early Tuesday after a technical snag was detected in its left engine. The Boeing 777-300 landed as scheduled at 12.45 am. However, due to the issue, takeoff was delayed. Around 5.20 am, passengers were asked to deplane after it []
Air India Flight From San Francisco To Mumbai Suffers Technical Snag, Passengers Deplaned In Kolkata
Kolkata, Jun 17: An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai suffered a technical snag in one of its engines, due to which passengers had to be deplaned during a scheduled halt at the Kolkata airport early on Tuesday. Flight AI180 arrived on time at 12.45 am at the airport, but a technical snag in the left engine of the Boeing 777-300 aircraft resulted in the takeoff getting delayed, officials said. When it was finally realised that the technical [] The post Air India Flight From San Francisco To Mumbai Suffers Technical Snag, Passengers Deplaned In Kolkata appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Air India flight grounded in Kolkata after technical issue
An Air India flight operating from San Francisco to Mumbai, with a scheduled stop in Kolkata, was grounded early Tuesday after a technical issue was suspected during a routine post-landing inspection. According to sources, all passengers were safely deplaned as a precautionary measure. On Monday, Air Indias flight AI2493 from Mumbai to Ahmedabad was cancelled [] The post Air India flight grounded in Kolkata after technical issue appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
`The people, the food... everything! I just love Kolkata,` says Kajol
Ahead of her first horror release Maa, Kajol sought blessings at Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata. Reconnecting with the city, she said, `I love everything about it, especially the ease of it`
Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai grounded in Kolkata
An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai suffered a technical snag in one of its engines due to which passengers had to be deplaned during a scheduled halt at the city`s airport early on Tuesday.
Noise, phones & popcorn: How dipping theatre etiquette is driving Kolkatas cinephiles home
Martin Scorsese's frustration with cinema etiquette has sparked a debate in Kolkata about the changing movie-watching experience. Film enthusiasts are increasingly opting for home viewing due to disturbances like phone usage, loud conversations, and disrespectful behavior during screenings.
Air India San Francisco-Mumbai Flight Faces Technical Snag Mid-Air | Air India Fliers Deplaned
An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai suffered a technical glitch in one of its engines, after which all passengers were asked to deplane at the Kolkata airport, where the flight had arrived for a layover.The incident happened during the early hours of Tuesday. n18oc_indian18oc_breaking-newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Air India San Francisco-Mumbai flight faces engine snag; passengers deplaned
Kolkata: An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai suffered a technical snag in one of its engines due to which passengers had to be deplaned during a scheduled halt at the citys airport early on Tuesday. Flight AI180 arrived on time at 0045 hrs at the airport but the technical snag in the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Air India flight AI180, traveling from San Francisco to Mumbai, experienced a technical malfunction in its left engine upon landing at Kolkata's Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Airport at 12:45 am. The aircraft landed on schedule, but the engine snag delayed its onward journey. Passengers were asked to deplane around 5:20 am, with the captain citing flight safety as the reason.
Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai suffers technical snag; passengers deplaned in Kolkata
Flight AI180 arrived on time at 0045 hrs at the airport but the technical snag in the left engine resulted in the take off getting delayed.
Passengers on San Francisco-Mumbai AI Flight Deplaned Due To Technical Snag at Kolkata
At about 0520 hrs, an announcement was made in the aircraft asking all the passengers to deplane
Glitch On Air India San Francisco-Mumbai Flight, Fliers Deplaned During Halt
An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata suffered a technical snag, requiring passengers to deboard during a scheduled halt at the city airport early on Tuesday.
In Bengal BJP, The race between Majumdar and Adhikari is on to Emerge as CM Candidate
By Tirthankar Mitra KOLKATA: Engaged that it is in intra-party squabbles, West Bengal unit of BJP leadership does not appear to be in a mood to pull up its socks for 2026 Assembly elections. Things came to a head during Union home minister Amit Shahs trip to the state on May 31 and June 1 after BJP leaders claimed closer proximity to him while organisational issues remained unattended. . The BJP is yet to announce its chief ministerial candidate [] The post In Bengal BJP, The race between Majumdar and Adhikari is on to Emerge as CM Candidate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GRSE to build two Coastal Research Vessels for GSI in Kolkata
Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ltd has secured a contract to build two Coastal Research Vessels for the Geological Survey of India, adding to their portfolio of research platforms. GRSE is already constructing an Ocean Research Vessel and an Acoustic Research Ship. The 64-meter CRVs will support offshore geological mapping, mineral exploration, and ocean environment monitoring.
Union minister throws slipper on Sikh man, BJP says it was paper cutting
Kolkata: An FIR has been lodged against Union minister Sukanta Majumdar at a police station in Kolkata, alleging he threw a slipper at a Sikh man which hit his turban, the ruling Trinamool Congress claimed on Sunday, June 15. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) dismissed the allegation and said it was only a paper cutting used Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kolkata film on sex workers picked up by Taskovski Films
The indie film Redlight to Limelight, which follows a group of Indian sex workers and their children as they create a fictional film, has been acquired by Taskovski Films, reported Variety.
ED files chargesheet against Pakistani who made Indian government IDs for Bangaldeshis in Kolkata
The ED said it has submitted the prosecution complaint against the man named Ajad Mallik alias Ahammed Hossain Azad and Azad Hossain before a special Prevention of Money Laundering (PMLA) court in Kolkata on June 13
ED files chargesheet against Pak man who made Indian govt IDs for Bangaldeshis in Kolkata
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has charged a Pakistani national, living in Kolkata as an Indian, with money laundering. Ajad Mallik, possessing multiple fake Indian IDs, including Aadhaar and passport, facilitated illegal remittances and created fraudulent identities for Bangladeshis.
BJP labelling Bengali-speaking Indians in BJP-ruled states as Bangladeshi: CM Mamata in Assembly
KOLKATA: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday accused the BJP of targeting Bengali-speaking citizens in states ruled by the saffron party by labelling even valid document holders as illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. Trouble started during the question hour in the Assembly when the CM accused the saffron party of carrying out a witch-hunt against Bengali-speaking people in BJP-ruled states. You must be ashamed that you are labelling bona fide Indian citizens as Bangladeshis just because of the language they speak. One should feel proud to speak in Bengali, as well as Gujarati, Marathi, Hindi. If you ask me, I can speak in all these languages, Banerjee said. On one hand, you are branding Indians as Bangladeshis for their spoken word, and on the other, you are depriving these people, who hold voter ID, PAN, and Aadhaar cards, of the right to earn their livelihood in your states, she added. Her remarks triggered an uproar from BJP legislators, who stood up in protest and shouted slogans. However, the Chief Minister continued her speech undeterred. Accusing the Centre of blocking central funds due to the state, the CM said despite the BJP's step-motherly treatment, the state has laid 69,000 km of roads under Pathashree and initiated Awas Yojana with Rs 11,000 crore. Bengal has topped road and rural housing project rankings five times in a row, she added. She claimed that despite the financial crunch, people in the state were getting 50 days of employment on average, and that her government had created 1.5 crore mandays under various schemes. While on one hand you deprive the poor people of Bengal, on the other, the procession of deaths in various mishaps continues in your states, she said. Banerjee asserted that her government was working to safeguard the interests of Scheduled Castes (26 per cent), Scheduled Tribes (6 per cent), backward castes, and Muslims (30 per cent), in line with the Supreme Court and High Court directives on social welfare. None can derail our path or stop us from realising our dreams, she asserted. Meanwhile, the BJP MLAs staged a walkout after the Speaker, Biman Banerjee refused to admit an adjournment motion over the crisis in the education sector linked to the SSC scam, citing that the matter is sub-judice. During the uproar, the Speaker suspended BJP MLA Manoj Orao for the day for breach of discipline and cautioned BJP chief whip Shankar Ghosh for his conduct. All 40 BJP MLAs exited the House carrying potted tulsi plants in a symbolic protest. As the opposition benches fell empty, Banerjee said, They only want to use bad words and hurl baseless accusations. Will they now decide what one should wear, eat, or even which footwear to use? Will they impose diktats? she asked. Referring to BJP slogans branding her government as corrupt, Banerjee said, I don't accept the Rs 1.5 lakh pension allotted to me as a former MP. Will they teach me ethics and honesty? Mark my words, BJP will be reduced to zero in the next Assembly elections. People have rejected your politics, she added. In a veiled dig at state BJP president Sukanta Majumdar, Banerjee referred to a recent controversy where a Sikh police officer was allegedly attacked. There is a half-central minister who is in love with chappals (slipper). Why don't they (BJP) open chappal shops?, she said.
Five questions from Abhishek Banerjee to Centre on Pahalgam massacre
Five questions from Abhishek Banerjee to Centre on Pahalgam massacre Kolkata: Trinamool Congress General Secretary and the partys Lok Sabha member Abhishek Banerjee, on Monday, posed five questions to the Centre on the ghastly terror attack at Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) in which Hindu tourists were selectively killed in April this year. In [] The post Five questions from Abhishek Banerjee to Centre on Pahalgam massacre appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Falguni Dey, a professor from Kolkata, is stranded in Tehran amidst escalating tensions and missile strikes. He is facing a dire situation with limited funds and is seeking assistance from the Indian Embassy. Dey is exploring alternative routes, including land and sea, to escape the conflict zone as the situation worsens with each passing day.
Massive fire in Kolkatas Khidirpur market area guts hundreds of shops; no casualties reported
20 engines rushed to the spot; blaze leaves behind massive trail of destruction
TMCs Abhishek criticises Centre for lack of accountability over Pahalgam attack
Kolkata, Jun 16: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee on Monday accused the Centre of lacking accountability over the Pahalgam terror attack and raised five questions on border security, foreign policy, alleged intelligence failure, and its inability to take the nation into confidence. In a long post on X, Banerjee claimed, It has been over 55 days since the Pahalgam terror attack. It is deeply concerning that in a democracy, neither the mainstream media, members of the opposition, nor the judiciary has [] The post TMCs Abhishek criticises Centre for lack of accountability over Pahalgam attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two cyclonic circulations are poised to bring showers to Bengal's coastal districts starting Monday, with widespread rain expected across south Bengal and Kolkata from Tuesday. The Met office anticipates that if the rain persists due to these circulations, monsoon currents are likely to reach south Bengal within the next three days, potentially ushering in the monsoon.
For the 2025 undergraduate admissions, the Centralised Admission Portal (CAP) will implement a phased course selection process. Applicants can choose up to 25 course combinations, but initially, only 10 preferences can be locked. The remaining choices will appear one at a time to encourage thoughtful decision-making and reduce errors, based on analysis of 2024 admission data.
No dip in air-travel numbers after crash, industry relieved
Five G+6 towers on AAI radar again after Gujarat tragedy
16-year-old boy goes for swim at Lake with two friends, drowns
Patients with comorbidity push up Covid admission numbers
3 on bike snatch morning walkers gold chain, 1 held
Lake regulars raise questions on absence of lifeguard at pool, lack of maintenance
From churches to temples & gurdwaras, city prays for crash victims
Ex-judge & BJP MP Gangopadhyay admitted to ICU with gastrointestinal sepsis
BJP Tamluk MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay, a former Calcutta High Court judge, was admitted to Woodlands Multispeciality Hospital in Kolkata on Saturday after experiencing uneasiness, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Investigations revealed acute pancreatitis with gastrointestinal sepsis, leading to his admission to the ICU.
Frankfurt-Hyderabad flight returns mid-air; passengers safe, ATC alerted
A Lufthansa flight, LH752, en route from Frankfurt to Hyderabad, made a U-turn mid-air and returned to its origin, with the reason undisclosed. This incident involving the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner occurred amidst increased scrutiny of Dreamliner aircraft. Simultaneously, Air India Express reported a delay on its KolkataHindon flight due to a technical issue, offering passengers rescheduling or refunds.
Air India Express flight IX-1226 faced a significant delay. The flight from Guwahati to Kolkata was grounded twice. Technical issues caused an 18-hour disruption. Passengers experienced discomfort with hotel stays. An alternate aircraft was arranged for travel. Some passengers opted for other airlines. The replacement flight finally departed on Sunday afternoon. Air India Express offered refunds and rescheduling.
Kolkata Port Sees Cargo Handling Growth
The surge reflects SMPKs growing efficiency and capacity in container handling, especially at HDC, which recorded 76.18% increase.: Reports
Was Of Paper: BJP After Minister Faces FIR For Throwing Slipper At Man
An FIR has been lodged against Union minister Sukanta Majumdar at a police station in Kolkata alleging he threw a slipper at a Sikh man which hit his turban, the ruling Trinamool Congress claimed on Sunday.
Kolkata Pauses, Guwahati Pushes AheadHeres Why
Days after Ahmedabad plane crash, Air India Express flight delayed at last minute due to THIS reason
An Air India Express flight from the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport near Kolkata to the Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad was on Saturday delayed shortly before its scheduled takeoff. Read on to know more.
Air India Express Kolkata-Hindon Flight Delayed, Plane On Runway For An Hour
An Air India Express flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in West Bengal to Uttar Pradesh's Hindon Airport was delayed today due to a technical fault identified shortly before takeoff.
Monsoon to advance in some parts of Bengal next week, heavy rain likely
The IMD has predicted heavy rainfall in West Bengal next week due to the likely advancement of the southwest monsoon and strong moisture incursion from the Bay of Bengal. Coastal districts like South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur are expected to receive very heavy rainfall on June 17, with Kolkata likely to experience heavy rain on June 17 and 18.
Monsoon To Advance In Some Parts Of Bengal Next Week
Kolkata is likely to receive heavy rain on June 17 and June 18.
Air India Express flight from Kolkata to Hindon airport delayed due to technical snag in aircraft
An Air India Express flight heading to Ghaziabad experienced a delay due to a technical issue with the initial aircraft assigned for the journey. The airline's spokesperson confirmed the incident, stating that passengers affected by the delay were provided with options for complimentary rescheduling or full refunds for cancellations. The airline expressed regret for the inconvenience caused.
Air India Express Flight To Kolkata Delayed, Plane On Runway For An Hour
An Air India Express flight from Hindon Airport in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad to West Bengal's Kolkata was delayed today due to a technical fault identified shortly before takeoff.
BSF jawan shoots dead senior after heated argument at West Bengal camp
KOLKATA: A BSF jawan allegedly shot dead his senior following an argument at a camp in West Bengal's Murshidabad district, officials said Sunday. The incident took place around 10.30 pm on Saturday at the Border Security Force (BSF) camp in Dhuliyan, they said. Constable Shivam Kumar Mishra fatally shot his senior, Head Constable Ratan Singh Shekhawat, using his service rifle after a heated argument. The accused constable has been apprehended, the officials said. The two troopers were stationed in a BSF unit that was deployed in the area following the recent communal clashes in Murshidabad , they said. A Court of Inquiry has been ordered by the BSF, and the exact reasons behind the incident are being ascertained, the officials said. Shekhawat, 56, joined the BSF in 1989 and was posted in the 119 Battalion of the force. He hailed from Jaipur in Rajasthan and is survived by his wife, a daughter, and a son. The accused also belonged to the same battalion, the officials said.
Central team arrives to assess diarrhoea spread in three Odisha districts
BHUBANESWAR : Amid a worsening diarrhoea outbreak in at least three districts in the state, a Central team of health experts arrived here on Saturday to support the containment efforts. The outbreak that was first reported in Jajpur district five days back has been traced to the Vibrio cholerae bacterium, raising serious concerns over water safety and food hygiene in the region. Sources said, so far at least 15 people, including 11 from Jajpur, three from Keonjhar and one from Bhadrak have died in separate outbreaks. Three more samples tested positive for Vibrio cholerae, taking the total number of cases to 11. The official death toll, however, has been pegged at five. On the day, the state government confirmed that 1,516 people in Jajpur district alone have been affected in the outbreak with 88 new cases. While 1,306 among them have recovered, 210 are undergoing treatment at different hospitals. The 14-member central team, including four special food quality officials of Food Safety and Quality Authority of India, will visit the affected areas in separate groups on Sunday. One group, led by the regional director of Health and Family Welfare and accompanied by an epidemiologist of Kolkata-based National Institute for Research in Bacterial Infections will take stock of the situation in the worst-hit Dharmasala in Jajpur district. Another team comprising a paediatric specialist and a microbiologist from AIIMS Bhubaneswar and FSSAI officer will tour other affected blocks. Director of public health Dr Nilakantha Mishra said the teams intervention is crucial as the exact source of contamination is yet to be ascertained, though early evidence suggests drinking water contamination.
Protesting teachers in Bengal go on hunger strike till government meets demands
Sacked and untainted teachers have raised questions on why the application deadline for fresh recruitments is set before the Supreme Court can take a decision on the review petition.
Central team to take stock of gastro spread in Odisha
BHUBANESWAR: Amid a worsening diarrhoea outbreak in at least three districts in the state, a central team of health experts arrived here on Saturday to support the containment efforts. The outbreak that was first reported in Jajpur district five days back has been traced to the Vibrio cholerae bacterium. So far at least 15 persons, including 11 from Jajpur, three from Keonjhar and one from Bhadrak, have died in separate outbreaks. Three more samples tested positive for Vibrio cholerae, taking the total number of cases to 11. The official death toll, however, has been pegged at five. The state government confirmed that 1,516 people in Jajpur district alone have been affected in the outbreak with 88 new cases. While 1,306 among them have recovered, 210 are undergoing treatment at different hospitals. The 14-member central team, including four special food quality officials of Food Safety and Quality Authority of India (FSSAI), will visit the affected areas in separate groups on Sunday. One group led by regional director of Health and Family Welfare Dr Nilam Somalkar and accompanied by epidemiologist of Kolkata-based National Institute for Research in Bacterial Infections (NIRBI) Dr Pramit Ghosh will take stock of the situation in the worst-hit Dharmasala in Jajpur district. Another team comprising a paediatric specialist and a microbiologist from AIIMS Bhubaneswar and technical officer (microbiology) of Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) will tour other affected blocks. Director of public health Dr Nilakantha Mishra said the teams intervention is crucial as the exact source of contamination is yet to be ascertained, though early evidence suggests that unsafe drinking water might be a key factor. The outbreak was first reported in the Dharmasala block of Jajpur district earlier this week. More than 100 residents from four villages fell ill after attending a community feast. Since then, additional clusters of diarrhoea cases have been reported from Korei, Danagadi and Rasulpur blocks, with all incidents linked to mass gatherings such as marriage and reception feasts, engagement ceremonies, and Ekadasah (11th-day death rituals). Officials said four water bottling plants operating in the district were supplying drinking water to event caterers. The district administration has shut down all four plants, suspecting their involvement in the contamination.
US firms contribute 33 pc of total office demand in Indias top 7 cities in 2022-24: JLL
NEW DELHI, Jun 14: US companies have rented 64.5 million square feet of office space during 2022-24 across Indias seven major cities, contributing over one-third of the total leasing of workspaces, according to JLL India. Real estate consultant JLL India data showed that the total gross leasing of office space during 2022-24 calendar years stood at 190 million sq ft across seven major cities Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune. Out of this, US firms have taken [] The post US firms contribute 33 pc of total office demand in Indias top 7 cities in 2022-24: JLL appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Row over tulsi plant leads to communal violence near Kolkata, 40 arrested
Five officers of the West Bengal police were injured and 40 persons arrested in a communal violence that occurred on June 11 in the Rabindranagar region of South 24 Parganas district. The altercations further spread into neighbouring Nadiyal. A total of 40 people have been arrested so far in seven cases registered over the incident. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ahmedabad plane crash: Engines lost power at critical stage, says ex-Air Force chief Arup Raha
KOLKATA: Former Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha (Reired), on Saturday said the engine of the Air India aircraft that crashed near Ahmedabad airport on June 12 definitely lost power at a critical stage and there was no time for recovery. He said there could be many other possibilities for the crash such as fuel contamination, and glitches in software and control systems. Rejecting the sabotage angle as raised by some quarters, Raha urged all not to speculate things and wait for the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to complete the investigation. The Ahmedabad-London flight crashed into buildings on a medical college campus shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Airport on Thursday, killing 241 out of 242 persons on board as well as several others on the ground. This is very sad, heartbreaking. So many people died together. As of now, it is very difficult to say what has gone wrong, Raha told reporters on the sidelines of an ICC event on the role of MSME in the defence sector. Definitely there was loss of power and at a critical stage... you are transmitting from the ground into the air, your height is little. There is no time for recovery. And loss of engine power will result in a stall... (The aircraft) will then descend very rapidly and crash. And that is what has happened, he said. The former Air Force officer said engines of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner generate thrust and losing the power of both engines simultaneously is very rare - may be one in a billion cases. It is difficult to say what went wrong, he said and talked about other possibilities. There might be a software issue, some problem in the control (system), fuel contamination... But I do not give any credence to the sabotage angle. The loss of power was an indication of some glitch, Raha said. We should not make any wild claims till the DGCA and other agencies of the government complete the probe, he said. Asked about the role of the ground staff, he said they have to certify the weight an aircraft has carried. Based on these inputs on the ground, the pilot takes off. You can't add several kgs to the stipulated figures. But as I said investigations will unravel the reason and factors, Raha said. He said he does not think bird hit could be the reason behind the crash of the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. There were complaints (made by) whistleblowers from their own company. I think those need to be investigated, Raha said. Earlier, addressing the ICC event, he advocated the manufacturing of aircraft engines indigenously. DGCA orders extended surveillance of Boeing 787 flights; Centre constitutes high-level committee to probe plane crash
ZSI discovers new species of skink in Eastern Ghats
HYDERABAD: The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has discovered a new species of skink from the Eastern Ghats, named Riopa deccanensis or the Deccan Gracile Skink. The species is characterised by a slender body, semi-transparent eyelids and distinct longitudinal dorsal stripes. It is currently known only from two localities, highlighting the rich but under-explored herpetofaunal diversity of the Eastern Ghats. Riopa deccanensis becomes the ninth recognised species in its genus and the sixth known from India. This is the first such species described from the country in over 84 years, marking an addition to Indian reptilian biodiversity. ZSI director Dr Dhriti Banerjee said the species name reflects its origin from the Deccan Peninsula biogeographic zone. She stated that the discovery draws attention to the hidden reptile diversity of the Deccan landscape and the importance of systematic field studies and molecular tools in identifying cryptic species. The discovery resulted from extensive field surveys and molecular research conducted in the Seshachalam Biosphere Reserve in Andhra Pradesh and the Amrabad Tiger Reserve in Telangana. Details of the finding have been published in the latest issue of the international peer-reviewed journal Zootaxa. The research team included scientists from the Freshwater Biology Regional Centre of the Zoological Survey of India, Hyderabad; the reptilia section of the Zoological Survey of India, Kolkata; and the Natural History Museum, London.
Report: Elders, youth share loneliness fear
BENGALURU: Studies show that loneliness is no longer limited to the elderly, but that youngsters also feel isolated and lack empathy from others. According to a report by HelpAge India released ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, both generations, youth and elders, share the common fear of loneliness in old age. The report stated that 69% of youth fear loneliness, while 88% expect to live with their families as they grow old. Similarly, 68% of elders reported a fear of loneliness, and 83% highlighted the importance of continuing family-based living arrangements. Additionally, 67% of youngsters fear poor health in old age, while 62% expressed concerns about financial insecurity. The study was conducted in 10 metropolitan and non-metropolitan cities, including Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kanpur, Nagpur, and Madurai. A total of 5,798 individuals were surveyed, 70% aged 1830 and 30% aged 60 and above. The study aimed to explore the emotional, relational, and psychological dimensions of intergenerational ties in urban India. According to the report, 56% of youth associate elders with loneliness, while others see them as dependent (48%), wise (51%), and respected (43%). The report also suggested introducing school-based interventions, such as age-sensitisation programmes or curricula, and recommended the creation of a National Intergenerational Engagement Mission. It also advocated for youth-led community care initiatives and the development of elder care systems involving youth volunteers. Highlights of the report The Value and Respect score among youth is 63.59/100, with non-metros scoring 65.18 and metros 62.52. 49% of youth interact with grandparents, 45% with parents. Elders engage with sons (50%) and grandsons (40%). Face-to-face remains the primary mode of inter-generational communication (88%), with the digital divide evident, 71% of elders use basic phones, only 13% use the internet, and 5% access online services. 14% of elders use no digital tools 66% elders find technology confusing and 51% fear errors. Youth serve as key enablers, with 54% of children and 52% of grandchildren acting as digital guides.
Celebrations of youthful wisdom
The author recounts attending the 80th birthday celebration of a vibrant Calcutta personality. The celebration highlighted his youthful spirit. Later, the author met a sharp-witted Bombay matriarch. She shared memories of Karachi before Partition. She also expressed interest in contemporary India. These encounters reminded the author of his energetic 101-year-old Kolkata uncle.
Peerless General Finance forays into real estate biz
Peerless General Finance & Investment Company, restricted from public deposits since 2011, is venturing into real estate with its first independent project, Trayam, in Kolkata's Rajarhat. This move signifies the company's transformation and investment diversification. The project includes residential, retail, and commercial spaces, aligning with PGFI's objectives and RBI regulations for NBFCs.
'Feels Unreal That He's No Longer With Us': Vijay Rupani's Kolkata-Based Cousin To News18
Rupani, who served as the chief minister of Gujarat from August 2016 to September 2021, was among the people killed in the Ahmedabad Air India crash on Thursday
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