Singer KK's sudden death on May 31 left the entire nation in shock. The popular Bollywood singer died hours after performing in Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha on May 31 after complaining of uneasiness. Doctors declared him dead as he was brought to the hospital.&nbsp; 
 
Now, the final autopsy states that 'myocardial infarction' was the cause of the singer's death. 
 
As per the final post-mortem report, cholesterol accumulation narrowed the posterior intramuscular artery to a great extent which affected the pumping of blood by the heart. There were blockages in the coronary artery as well. 
 
Sources in Kolkata Police said that they had taken up the investigation by filing an FIR relating to an unnatural death. 
"But after the preliminary and final post mortem reports, as well as the chemical analysis report, the theory of unnatural death can be ruled out now," said an official.&nbsp;

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KK performed at the city's Nazrul Mancha on Tuesday and videos show him complaining of feeling hot and uneasy inside the packed auditorium. Eyewitnesses state that the air conditioning of the hall was not working and it had more people inside than the permissible limit.&nbsp;

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Singer KK's sudden death on May 31 left the entire nation in shock. The popular Bollywood singer died hours after performing in Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha on May 31 after complaining of uneasiness.

Singer KK's sudden death on May 31 left the entire nation in shock. The popular Bollywood singer died hours after performing in Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha on May 31 after complaining of uneasiness. Doctors declared him dead as he was brought to the hospital. Now, the final autopsy states that 'myocardial infarction' was the cause of the singer's death. As per the final post-mortem report, cholesterol accumulation narrowed the posterior intramuscular artery to a great extent which affected the pumping of blood by the heart. There were blockages in the coronary artery as well. Sources in Kolkata Police said that they had taken up the investigation by filing an FIR relating to an unnatural death. "But after the preliminary and final post mortem reports, as well as the chemical analysis report, the theory of unnatural death can be ruled out now," said an official. Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost KK performed at the city's Nazrul Mancha on Tuesday and videos show him complaining of feeling hot and uneasy inside the packed auditorium. Eyewitnesses state that the air conditioning of the hall was not working and it had more people inside than the permissible limit. Singer KK’s funeral: Shreya Ghoshal, Ritesh Deshmukh & others attend late musician's last rites

Late singer KK's autopsy report states he had blockages in his arteries

Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK, passed away after performing at a concert in Kolkata. The singer complained of uneasiness after returning to his hotel from the concert. He was rushed to a hospital where doctors declared him brought dead.

India singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata

Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK, passed away at the age of 53. The singer fell ill while performing at an event in Kolkata and was brought to the CMRI hospital, where he was declared dead.

Popular Indian singer KK passes away at 53 in Kolkata after concert

After a high-scoring Qualifier 1 in IPL 2022, the action now moves to the Eliminator as the Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a must-win game for both sides to keep themselves alive in the competition and make it to the Qualifier 2.

The match will be held at the same venue where Qualifier 1 took place, i.e. at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Wednesday evening (May 25). While there were doubts regarding the weather for Qualifier 1, there remains the same for the Eliminator. Nonetheless, Qualifier 1 was still a completely non-interrupted game and the same is expected to be the case for the do-or-die game for both LSG-RCB.

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According to the weather portal&nbsp;accuweather.com, the temperature of Kolkata on Wednesday will hover around 34° Celcius during the day and will go&nbsp;down to 28° Celcius during the night. In the afternoon, thunderstorms are on the cards.

Much to the delight of the fans, the&nbsp;chances of rain during the night is only at 4%, contrary to 65% chances during daytime. In all likelihood, there will be rain at Eden Gardens during the day, however, it is expected to be a clear sky once the match's commencement nears.&nbsp;

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What happens if rain entirely plays spoilsport in the Eliminator?

In case no play is possible and the weather forecast for the evening changes drastically, contrary to expectations, then there is provision of conducting a Super Over. However, in case conditions aren't favourable even for a Super Over, KL Rahul-led Lucknow will go through for finishing higher than RCB in the points table.

In head-to-head, RCB have an edge as they beat Lucknow in their only face-off, by 18 runs, however, it won't matter as LSG will book a ticket for Qualifier 2 due to a better finish in the league stage.

After a high-scoring Qualifier 1 in IPL 2022, the action now moves to the Eliminator as the Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a must-win game for both sides to keep themselves alive in the competition and make it to the Qualifier 2.

After a high-scoring Qualifier 1 in IPL 2022, the action now moves to the Eliminator as the Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a must-win game for both sides to keep themselves alive in the competition and make it to the Qualifier 2. The match will be held at the same venue where Qualifier 1 took place, i.e. at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Wednesday evening (May 25). While there were doubts regarding the weather for Qualifier 1, there remains the same for the Eliminator. Nonetheless, Qualifier 1 was still a completely non-interrupted game and the same is expected to be the case for the do-or-die game for both LSG-RCB. ALSO READ | It's unfair for Rishabh Pant to be compared with MS Dhoni, says BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly According to the weather portal accuweather.com, the temperature of Kolkata on Wednesday will hover around 34° Celcius during the day and will go down to 28° Celcius during the night. In the afternoon, thunderstorms are on the cards. Much to the delight of the fans, the chances of rain during the night is only at 4%, contrary to 65% chances during daytime. In all likelihood, there will be rain at Eden Gardens during the day, however, it is expected to be a clear sky once the match's commencement nears. ALSO READ | Virat, Rohit's barren run to MI-CSK's mighty fall: 5 surprising elements from IPL 2022's league stage What happens if rain entirely plays spoilsport in the Eliminator? In case no play is possible and the weather forecast for the evening changes drastically, contrary to expectations, then there is provision of conducting a Super Over. However, in case conditions aren't favourable even for a Super Over, KL Rahul-led Lucknow will go through for finishing higher than RCB in the points table. In head-to-head, RCB have an edge as they beat Lucknow in their only face-off, by 18 runs, however, it won't matter as LSG will book a ticket for Qualifier 2 due to a better finish in the league stage.

RCB vs LSG Weather Forecast: What if rain entirely plays spoilsport in IPL 2022 Eliminator at Kolkata?

The IPL 2022 edition is not even halfway through but it has given cricket fans plenty to cheer for courtesy of many twists and turns, last-over finishes, low as well as high-scoring thrillers among the ten franchises. While Maharashtra is hosting the league stage, it is reported that the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, Ahmedabad is set to host the season finale. Meanwhile, the playoffs venues will be Lucknow or Kolkata.

"IPL final will be played in Ahmedabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Discussions are on to decide the hosts for play-offs with a divide between Lucknow and Kolkata as options. BCCI to decide soon between the two cities. While one section believes it should be Lucknow for being the new entrant, others believe Kolkata should also get important matches," a source told&nbsp;Times Now. Nonetheless, it is to be noted that an official call on the matter is yet to be taken by the BCCI as well as the IPL Governing Council.

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So far, the season has lived upto expectations. The biggest surprise has been two of the most successful franchises, Mumbai Indians (MI) and defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are yet to open their respective accounts in the tournament whereas Rajasthan Royals (RR), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) form the top three in the points table. Meanwhile, the two new teams such as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) have also started well to be a part of the top five after match 21.

It will be interesting to see which four sides make it to the playoffs and further progresses ahead to play the summit clash.

The IPL 2022 edition is not even halfway through but it has given cricket fans plenty to cheer for courtesy of many twists and turns, last-over finishes, low as well as high-scoring thrillers among the ten franchises.

The IPL 2022 edition is not even halfway through but it has given cricket fans plenty to cheer for courtesy of many twists and turns, last-over finishes, low as well as high-scoring thrillers among the ten franchises. While Maharashtra is hosting the league stage, it is reported that the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, Ahmedabad is set to host the season finale. Meanwhile, the playoffs venues will be Lucknow or Kolkata. "IPL final will be played in Ahmedabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Discussions are on to decide the hosts for play-offs with a divide between Lucknow and Kolkata as options. BCCI to decide soon between the two cities. While one section believes it should be Lucknow for being the new entrant, others believe Kolkata should also get important matches," a source told Times Now. Nonetheless, it is to be noted that an official call on the matter is yet to be taken by the BCCI as well as the IPL Governing Council. ALSO READ | From RCB's 263/5 to MS Dhoni-led CSK's run-fest vs Punjab: Top five team totals in IPL history So far, the season has lived upto expectations. The biggest surprise has been two of the most successful franchises, Mumbai Indians (MI) and defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are yet to open their respective accounts in the tournament whereas Rajasthan Royals (RR), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) form the top three in the points table. Meanwhile, the two new teams such as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) have also started well to be a part of the top five after match 21. It will be interesting to see which four sides make it to the playoffs and further progresses ahead to play the summit clash.

IPL 2022 final in Ahmedabad; toss-up between Lucknow, Kolkata for playoffs venues - Report

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) had a good run in the two-day IPL 2022 mega auction, held in Bengaluru. The mega auction was an entertaining affair as several marquee players were sold at a whopping price whereas some unknown and relatively inexperienced campaigners also made a mark by attracting quite a lot of bids.&nbsp;

The mega auction, held after four years, also stood out for many players being shifted to a new franchise as the IPL 2022 edition promises to be an enthralling and engaging ten-team tournament, set to be held in March-May this year. Talking about the two-time winners and IPL 2021 runners-up KKR, they entered the auction pool with INR 480 million (INR 48 crore). Prior to the mega auction, the Shahrukh Khan-co-owned franchise had retained four players: Varun Chakravarthy (INR 80 million), Sunil Narine (INR 60 million), Venkatesh Iyer (INR 80 million) and Andre Russell (INR 120 million).&nbsp;

In the mega auction, KKR have revamped decently with plenty of new additions whereas they have also managed to bring back some vital cogs. However, some questions still remain.

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KKR's 22-member squad comprises 15 Indian players along with 7 foreign recruits. They have invested heavily on various all-rounders, such as Pat Cummins (re-signed for INR 72.5 million), Md Nabi, Nitish Rana, etc. The KKR unit managed to include wily swing bowler Tim Southee&nbsp;in their line-up as well and got some big names to fill their batting department, such as Shreyas Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane (INR 10 million), Sheldon Jackson, Alex Hales, Sam Billings (INR 20 million).

KKR broke the bank for Iyer, the former Delhi Capitals' (DC) skipper, for INR 122.5 million (INR 12.25 crore). The Kolkata-based franchise, however, will feel too dependent on Cummins and Southee in the pace department. While they did manage to add Umesh Yadav (INR 20 million) to the squad, the Indian pacer hasn't been a regular in IPL and in Team India's white-ball squads. On the other hand, a lot of onus will be on Varun and Narine to handle the spin workload.

Overall, Iyer seems like a frontrunner to succeed Eoin Morgan -- not re-signed by the team management -- to lead KKR in IPL 2022.

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Complete squad of KKR for IPL 2022:&nbsp;

Andre Russell, Varun Chakravarthy, Venkatesh Iyer, Sunil Narine, Shreyas Iyer, Sheldon Jackson, Ajinkya Rahane, Rinku Singh, Baba Indrajith, Abhijit Tomar,&nbsp;Sam Billings, Alex Hales, Rasikh Dar, Ashok Sharma, Tim Southee,&nbsp;Pat Cummins, Nitish Rana,&nbsp;Shivam Mavi, Anukul Roy, Chamika Karunaratne, Pratham Singh, Ramesh Kumar, Umesh Yadav, Md Nabi

Purse Remaining:&nbsp;INR 4.5 million

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) had a good run in the two-day IPL 2022 mega auction, held in Bengaluru. The mega auction was an entertaining affair as several marquee players were sold at a whopping price whereas some unknown and relatively inexperienced campaigners also made a mark by attracting quite a lot of bids.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) had a good run in the two-day IPL 2022 mega auction, held in Bengaluru. The mega auction was an entertaining affair as several marquee players were sold at a whopping price whereas some unknown and relatively inexperienced campaigners also made a mark by attracting quite a lot of bids. The mega auction, held after four years, also stood out for many players being shifted to a new franchise as the IPL 2022 edition promises to be an enthralling and engaging ten-team tournament, set to be held in March-May this year. Talking about the two-time winners and IPL 2021 runners-up KKR, they entered the auction pool with INR 480 million (INR 48 crore). Prior to the mega auction, the Shahrukh Khan-co-owned franchise had retained four players: Varun Chakravarthy (INR 80 million), Sunil Narine (INR 60 million), Venkatesh Iyer (INR 80 million) and Andre Russell (INR 120 million). In the mega auction, KKR have revamped decently with plenty of new additions whereas they have also managed to bring back some vital cogs. However, some questions still remain. ALSO READ | Chennai Super Kings complete squad for IPL 2022: Deepak Chahar most expensive in Raina-less line-up KKR's 22-member squad comprises 15 Indian players along with 7 foreign recruits. They have invested heavily on various all-rounders, such as Pat Cummins (re-signed for INR 72.5 million), Md Nabi, Nitish Rana, etc. The KKR unit managed to include wily swing bowler Tim Southee in their line-up as well and got some big names to fill their batting department, such as Shreyas Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane (INR 10 million), Sheldon Jackson, Alex Hales, Sam Billings (INR 20 million). KKR broke the bank for Iyer, the former Delhi Capitals' (DC) skipper, for INR 122.5 million (INR 12.25 crore). The Kolkata-based franchise, however, will feel too dependent on Cummins and Southee in the pace department. While they did manage to add Umesh Yadav (INR 20 million) to the squad, the Indian pacer hasn't been a regular in IPL and in Team India's white-ball squads. On the other hand, a lot of onus will be on Varun and Narine to handle the spin workload. Overall, Iyer seems like a frontrunner to succeed Eoin Morgan -- not re-signed by the team management -- to lead KKR in IPL 2022. ALSO READ | Mumbai Indians complete squad for IPL 2022: Ishan Kishan, Jofra Archer top buys for Rohit Sharma & Co. Complete squad of KKR for IPL 2022: Andre Russell, Varun Chakravarthy, Venkatesh Iyer, Sunil Narine, Shreyas Iyer, Sheldon Jackson, Ajinkya Rahane, Rinku Singh, Baba Indrajith, Abhijit Tomar, Sam Billings, Alex Hales, Rasikh Dar, Ashok Sharma, Tim Southee, Pat Cummins, Nitish Rana, Shivam Mavi, Anukul Roy, Chamika Karunaratne, Pratham Singh, Ramesh Kumar, Umesh Yadav, Md Nabi Purse Remaining: INR 4.5 million

Kolkata Knight Riders complete squad for IPL 2022: Shreyas Iyer joins Galaxy of Knights, Cummins returns

At one of the cafes, to ask for chai is to invite a gaze of withering contempt from the turbaned waiter, as if blasphemy has been committed: It’s called the Indian Coffee House, stupid.

At the other cafe, exclusively chai is served, slow-cooked over coal fire in the same dark kitchen for 103 years with the silent care of performing an old ritual. The history of this place, the Favorite Cabin, is visible in the layers of soot covering the walls, in the arched windows that filter the light in a soft aura of a bygone time, in the little attic overhead that’s an open burial vault for all the chairs broken under some storied customer who got carried away during a passionate debate.

The two cafes, just a five-minute walk apart in central Kolkata, might be distinct in which caffeinated drink they offer. But they are bound by their shared role in fueling a century of political argument, revolutionary plotting and endless gossip in a city at the heart of India’s rich intellectual tradition.

Both are in the College Street area, the bustling neighbourhood that is home to some of Asia’s oldest universities. The alleys are jammed with small bookstores, the city’s enormous appetite for knowledge production spilling onto the pavement. On any given day, loudspeakers blare the sounds of protest — by a trade union, a student group or a political party.

Kolkata wears its past on its sleeve like few other cities, from its rotund yellow taxis to its antiquated trams. The two cafes are at once museums to nostalgia, and part of an indispensable, even addictive, daily routine for many.

“I arrange the times of operations in a way that I can make it here,” said Dr. Jayanta Ray, 70, a gynaecologist and dedicated Coffee House customer.

Zahid Hussain, the manager, has worked at the cafe for more than three decades. “I have done the A to Z here — everything from serving to cooking,” Hussain said. “Except for sweeping.”

When the cafe shut for months during India’s two COVID waves, customers like Ray, who has frequented it for 40 years, itched to get back in.

“His wife kept him under house arrest,” one of his friends joked, “until he got his second vaccine.”

The friends come to the Coffee House to celebrate birthdays, to dissect the latest soccer matches, and even to arrange an annual blood drive on the premises — “highly caffeinated blood,” Ray joked.

But on most days, customers at both cafes come just to talk for hours about everything and nothing. There is a word in Bengali for that unrestricted conversation: “adda.”

“Adda is something that goes unnoticed — because it’s so part of our every day and it’s so integral to the identity of being a Bengali,” said Dr. Nabamita Das, a professor of sociology at Presidency University in Kolkata who wrote her doctoral thesis on adda. “And when you think about adda you think about adda integrally tied to the space of adda — you talk about the Coffee House adda, the Favorite Cabin adda.”

Some of Bengal’s favourite icons would hold "adda" at the Coffee House, from legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray to Amartya Sen, who won the Nobel in economic science. Many of the city’s intellectual giants have spoken fondly of how the coffee and conversation shaped their worldview, likening each table to its own literary salon.

Among the dozens of paintings hanging crookedly on the Coffee House walls is a life-size portrait of a young Rabindranath Tagore, Bengal’s most famous poet, who overlooks the maroon plastic chairs arranged around the 40 tables. Interspersed among the paintings are “No Smoking Area” signs, which might as well be considered conceptual art in the smoke-filled hall.

“Formally and technically, it’s a no-smoking area, but you see cigarette butts all around the floor,” Das said. “There’s almost like a silent consent among those who serve and those who come to the House to not have ashtrays on the table and yet smoke.”

Balcony seating offers a little privacy for intimate conversations and a bird’s-eye of the scene below.

“I sometimes sat upstairs and could feel the conversations rise,” Partha Ghose, a physicist and author known for popularizing modern science, wrote in a collection of reflections on the Coffee House.

At the Favorite Cabin, customers pushed their way in even before Sanchay Barua had put away his lunch plate and opened the doors to the cafe started by his grandfather 103 years ago. Kanchan Das, a worker, was boiling the milk over a coal fire in the dark kitchen in the back — the way he has for 51 years.

Half a dozen people, including an author writing his sixth book and a retired economist, had already taken their seats in different corners of the cafe.

As conversation buzzed across the room, the main topic for the divided opinions was the fiercely contested state election, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party, which governs India, doing all it can to unseat West Bengal’s incumbent leader, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Earlier in his life, Barua, 57, had tried his hand at selling stationery supplies but decided to join the family cafe two decades ago after his father died.

Repeated COVID lockdowns have taken a toll, reducing the operation to one shift a day after lunch. He can’t afford to pay the labour required for longer hours. So for now he and Das largely run things.

“I am also aging, so I am not sure how long it will continue,” Barua said. “It’s a dilemma.”

The loss of the cafe would be a blow to the city’s cultural history. Regulars — from independence fighters to writers who shaped influential literary movements to trade union leaders — had their preferred seats and brought their quirks.

Poet and musician Kazi Nazrul Islam had his spot where, at random, he would get the inspiration for his latest composition and begin banging the table top and standing up to sing. Writer Shibram Chakraborty preferred to sit only at the low chairs by the cashier desk, opposite the window.

“If those chairs were taken, he would stand there and wait,” Barua said. “Or he would leave and come back.”

While many of the customers make their way leisurely between both cafes, some, like Jayanta Ray, are purists, their loyalty strictly to one of the cafes, and one of the drinks — even as they insist it is all about the conversation.

Ray said he had tried the newer, fancier coffee shops that have opened around Kolkata. Did he like their coffee?

“No! No! No!” he said.

There are some who don’t see what all the fuss is about.

Meghna Ghosh and Subrota De, both 20 and former high school classmates catching up after two years apart, decided to check out the Coffee House. They said that while they appreciated its history, the menu did not do much for them. Neither did the vibe.

Compared with the new coffee shops around town, which Ghosh said were “good for Instagram,” the Coffee House was — and here she struggled a bit to express her thoughts.

“This,” Ghosh said in English before switching to Hindi: “ye toh slow-walli cheez hai.” (“It’s a slow-moving thing.”)

Hussain, the manager, is just as sceptical of the young people who walk through his doors these days.

“In the past, the students would come to spend time with their books. Now they all come for love — for dates,” he said, his old-uncle energy coming out.

Then, he saw the bright side.

“A lot of love started here,” he smiled. “And they come back to us with sweets when they get married.”

At one of the cafes, to ask for chai is to invite a gaze of withering contempt from the turbaned waiter, as if blasphemy has been committed: It’s called the Indian Coffee House, stupid.

At one of the cafes, to ask for chai is to invite a gaze of withering contempt from the turbaned waiter, as if blasphemy has been committed: It’s called the Indian Coffee House, stupid. At the other cafe, exclusively chai is served, slow-cooked over coal fire in the same dark kitchen for 103 years with the silent care of performing an old ritual. The history of this place, the Favorite Cabin, is visible in the layers of soot covering the walls, in the arched windows that filter the light in a soft aura of a bygone time, in the little attic overhead that’s an open burial vault for all the chairs broken under some storied customer who got carried away during a passionate debate. The two cafes, just a five-minute walk apart in central Kolkata, might be distinct in which caffeinated drink they offer. But they are bound by their shared role in fueling a century of political argument, revolutionary plotting and endless gossip in a city at the heart of India’s rich intellectual tradition. Both are in the College Street area, the bustling neighbourhood that is home to some of Asia’s oldest universities. The alleys are jammed with small bookstores, the city’s enormous appetite for knowledge production spilling onto the pavement. On any given day, loudspeakers blare the sounds of protest — by a trade union, a student group or a political party. Kolkata wears its past on its sleeve like few other cities, from its rotund yellow taxis to its antiquated trams. The two cafes are at once museums to nostalgia, and part of an indispensable, even addictive, daily routine for many. “I arrange the times of operations in a way that I can make it here,” said Dr. Jayanta Ray, 70, a gynaecologist and dedicated Coffee House customer. Zahid Hussain, the manager, has worked at the cafe for more than three decades. “I have done the A to Z here — everything from serving to cooking,” Hussain said. “Except for sweeping.” When the cafe shut for months during India’s two COVID waves, customers like Ray, who has frequented it for 40 years, itched to get back in. “His wife kept him under house arrest,” one of his friends joked, “until he got his second vaccine.” The friends come to the Coffee House to celebrate birthdays, to dissect the latest soccer matches, and even to arrange an annual blood drive on the premises — “highly caffeinated blood,” Ray joked. But on most days, customers at both cafes come just to talk for hours about everything and nothing. There is a word in Bengali for that unrestricted conversation: “adda.” “Adda is something that goes unnoticed — because it’s so part of our every day and it’s so integral to the identity of being a Bengali,” said Dr. Nabamita Das, a professor of sociology at Presidency University in Kolkata who wrote her doctoral thesis on adda. “And when you think about adda you think about adda integrally tied to the space of adda — you talk about the Coffee House adda, the Favorite Cabin adda.” Some of Bengal’s favourite icons would hold "adda" at the Coffee House, from legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray to Amartya Sen, who won the Nobel in economic science. Many of the city’s intellectual giants have spoken fondly of how the coffee and conversation shaped their worldview, likening each table to its own literary salon. Among the dozens of paintings hanging crookedly on the Coffee House walls is a life-size portrait of a young Rabindranath Tagore, Bengal’s most famous poet, who overlooks the maroon plastic chairs arranged around the 40 tables. Interspersed among the paintings are “No Smoking Area” signs, which might as well be considered conceptual art in the smoke-filled hall. “Formally and technically, it’s a no-smoking area, but you see cigarette butts all around the floor,” Das said. “There’s almost like a silent consent among those who serve and those who come to the House to not have ashtrays on the table and yet smoke.” Balcony seating offers a little privacy for intimate conversations and a bird’s-eye of the scene below. “I sometimes sat upstairs and could feel the conversations rise,” Partha Ghose, a physicist and author known for popularizing modern science, wrote in a collection of reflections on the Coffee House. At the Favorite Cabin, customers pushed their way in even before Sanchay Barua had put away his lunch plate and opened the doors to the cafe started by his grandfather 103 years ago. Kanchan Das, a worker, was boiling the milk over a coal fire in the dark kitchen in the back — the way he has for 51 years. Half a dozen people, including an author writing his sixth book and a retired economist, had already taken their seats in different corners of the cafe. As conversation buzzed across the room, the main topic for the divided opinions was the fiercely contested state election, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party, which governs India, doing all it can to unseat West Bengal’s incumbent leader, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Earlier in his life, Barua, 57, had tried his hand at selling stationery supplies but decided to join the family cafe two decades ago after his father died. Repeated COVID lockdowns have taken a toll, reducing the operation to one shift a day after lunch. He can’t afford to pay the labour required for longer hours. So for now he and Das largely run things. “I am also aging, so I am not sure how long it will continue,” Barua said. “It’s a dilemma.” The loss of the cafe would be a blow to the city’s cultural history. Regulars — from independence fighters to writers who shaped influential literary movements to trade union leaders — had their preferred seats and brought their quirks. Poet and musician Kazi Nazrul Islam had his spot where, at random, he would get the inspiration for his latest composition and begin banging the table top and standing up to sing. Writer Shibram Chakraborty preferred to sit only at the low chairs by the cashier desk, opposite the window. “If those chairs were taken, he would stand there and wait,” Barua said. “Or he would leave and come back.” While many of the customers make their way leisurely between both cafes, some, like Jayanta Ray, are purists, their loyalty strictly to one of the cafes, and one of the drinks — even as they insist it is all about the conversation. Ray said he had tried the newer, fancier coffee shops that have opened around Kolkata. Did he like their coffee? “No! No! No!” he said. There are some who don’t see what all the fuss is about. Meghna Ghosh and Subrota De, both 20 and former high school classmates catching up after two years apart, decided to check out the Coffee House. They said that while they appreciated its history, the menu did not do much for them. Neither did the vibe. Compared with the new coffee shops around town, which Ghosh said were “good for Instagram,” the Coffee House was — and here she struggled a bit to express her thoughts. “This,” Ghosh said in English before switching to Hindi: “ye toh slow-walli cheez hai.” (“It’s a slow-moving thing.”) Hussain, the manager, is just as sceptical of the young people who walk through his doors these days. “In the past, the students would come to spend time with their books. Now they all come for love — for dates,” he said, his old-uncle energy coming out. Then, he saw the bright side. “A lot of love started here,” he smiled. “And they come back to us with sweets when they get married.”

Coffee or chai? At two Kolkata cafes, ‘adda’ is what’s really on the menu

India and New Zealand squared off for the third and final T20I on Sunday evening (November 21) with Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. eager to inflict a clean sweep on the second-stringed Black Caps. The Men in Blue succeeded eventually as they won the dead rubber by a whopping 73-run margin at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata.&nbsp;

Batting first, Rohit-led India posted a competitive 184-7&nbsp;in 20 overs riding on Captain Rohit's 56 and contributions from Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer, Harshal Patel and Deepak Chahar's finishing knock. While New Zealand was never in the run-chase, despite Martin Guptill's attacking 51, the Kiwis folded for a paltry 111 all-out in 17.2 overs as Axar Patel's 3-fer and Harshal's 2 for 26 thrashed the visitors.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nonetheless, the Kiwis did have their moments during India's batting. After a solid start from Rohit-Ishan, India did lose quick wickets and were reduced to 83-3, from 69 for no loss, when Rohit and Shreyas stitched a partnership for the third-wicket. Against the run of play, Rohit tried to take on Ish Sodhi but the leg-spinner managed to dismiss the dangerous Hitman with a splendid and effortless one-handed stunner.&nbsp;

The ball didn't bounce as expected and Rohit couldn't get the desired timing, as the ball hit his bottom of the bat, to give Sodhi a catching opportunity. While the ball still raced towards the leg-spinner, he responded in style to pluck a stunning return catch. Here's the video:

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After the 3-0 whitewash of the Kiwis, Captain Rohit reflected on the series win and stated at the post-match presentation, "It's important to start well. That's always been my mindset. Once you've seen the pitch you know what you've got to do. It was nicely coming onto the bat with the dew coming early. We had something planned as a batting group. Wouldn't say it worked out well. Room for improvement in the middle order. The batting front - KL missed out today but his form is critical. Middle order didn't get much opportunity except today. The spinners did the job for us in the entire series. The way Ashwin bowled, Axar. And how Chahal came back. Good to see Venkatesh Iyer bowling those overs with the skills he has. Important for us going forward. I would prefer that going forward .. teams around the world bat deep till No.8, No.9."

India and New Zealand squared off for the third and final T20I on Sunday evening (November 21) with Rohit Sharma & Co. eager to inflict a clean sweep on the second-stringed Black Caps.

India and New Zealand squared off for the third and final T20I on Sunday evening (November 21) with Rohit Sharma & Co. eager to inflict a clean sweep on the second-stringed Black Caps. The Men in Blue succeeded eventually as they won the dead rubber by a whopping 73-run margin at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Batting first, Rohit-led India posted a competitive 184-7 in 20 overs riding on Captain Rohit's 56 and contributions from Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer, Harshal Patel and Deepak Chahar's finishing knock. While New Zealand was never in the run-chase, despite Martin Guptill's attacking 51, the Kiwis folded for a paltry 111 all-out in 17.2 overs as Axar Patel's 3-fer and Harshal's 2 for 26 thrashed the visitors. Nonetheless, the Kiwis did have their moments during India's batting. After a solid start from Rohit-Ishan, India did lose quick wickets and were reduced to 83-3, from 69 for no loss, when Rohit and Shreyas stitched a partnership for the third-wicket. Against the run of play, Rohit tried to take on Ish Sodhi but the leg-spinner managed to dismiss the dangerous Hitman with a splendid and effortless one-handed stunner. The ball didn't bounce as expected and Rohit couldn't get the desired timing, as the ball hit his bottom of the bat, to give Sodhi a catching opportunity. While the ball still raced towards the leg-spinner, he responded in style to pluck a stunning return catch. Here's the video: ALSO READ | INDvsNZ, 3rd T20I: Rohit Sharma and Axar Patel help India thrash New Zealand by 73 runs, whitewash series What a catch on his own bowling!#Sodhi took #RohitSharma single handedly! Well played @ImRo45 👏👏👏👏#NZvIND #NZvsIND #INDvNZ #INDvsNZ #Cricket pic.twitter.com/5LZXDWZEn5 — BlueCap 🇮🇳 (@IndianzCricket) November 21, 2021 × Ish sodhi's wonderful catch to remove rohit #INDVsNZT20 #indvsnz pic.twitter.com/JyKO6RrHVv — WORLD TEST CHAMPIONSHIP NEWS (@RISHItweets123) November 21, 2021 × ALSO READ | Kamran Akmal praises team India's performance during NZ series, hails 'brilliant' captaincy from Rohit Sharma After the 3-0 whitewash of the Kiwis, Captain Rohit reflected on the series win and stated at the post-match presentation, "It's important to start well. That's always been my mindset. Once you've seen the pitch you know what you've got to do. It was nicely coming onto the bat with the dew coming early. We had something planned as a batting group. Wouldn't say it worked out well. Room for improvement in the middle order. The batting front - KL missed out today but his form is critical. Middle order didn't get much opportunity except today. The spinners did the job for us in the entire series. The way Ashwin bowled, Axar. And how Chahal came back. Good to see Venkatesh Iyer bowling those overs with the skills he has. Important for us going forward. I would prefer that going forward .. teams around the world bat deep till No.8, No.9."

WATCH - Ish Sodhi takes an effortless one-handed stunner to send Rohit Sharma packing in 3rd T20I

By breaking into traditional male bastions, a tiny group of women is making a loud plea for gender equality during Durga Puja.

Female priests are rare and not the norm in India, but at 66 Pally Durga Puja, four female priests violated centuries-old customs, making this Durga Puja in Kolkata historic.

All the ceremonies to honour the Goddess Maha Shakti are being carried out by Nandini Bhowmick, Ruma Roy, Seymanti Banerjee, and Poulomi Chakroborty!

The 66 Pally Club in south Kolkata has ventured into uncharted territory with its theme 'Mayer Haate Mayer Abahon' (Mothers worshipping the Mother Goddess).

The organisation, known as 'Shubhamastu,' was founded 12 years ago and has already presided over numerous Hindu rituals such as marriages, shraddha, and grihapravesh around the city.&nbsp;

It is led by Nandini, a former Sanskrit professor and stage performer.

This will be the first time they have held a communal Durga Puja.

The 'Shubhamastu' organisation asserts that, unlike traditional priest groups, there is no leader or head priestess.

They hope to educate people on how to do rituals while adhering to age-old customs, as well as encourage more women to come out and explore areas where they have not previously ventured.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

By breaking into traditional male bastions, a tiny group of women is making a loud plea for gender equality during Durga Puja. Female priests are rare and not the norm in India, but at 66 Pally Durga Puja, four female priests violated centuries-old customs, making this Durga Puja in Kolkata historic.

By breaking into traditional male bastions, a tiny group of women is making a loud plea for gender equality during Durga Puja. Female priests are rare and not the norm in India, but at 66 Pally Durga Puja, four female priests violated centuries-old customs, making this Durga Puja in Kolkata historic. All the ceremonies to honour the Goddess Maha Shakti are being carried out by Nandini Bhowmick, Ruma Roy, Seymanti Banerjee, and Poulomi Chakroborty! The 66 Pally Club in south Kolkata has ventured into uncharted territory with its theme 'Mayer Haate Mayer Abahon' (Mothers worshipping the Mother Goddess). The organisation, known as 'Shubhamastu,' was founded 12 years ago and has already presided over numerous Hindu rituals such as marriages, shraddha, and grihapravesh around the city. It is led by Nandini, a former Sanskrit professor and stage performer. This will be the first time they have held a communal Durga Puja. The 'Shubhamastu' organisation asserts that, unlike traditional priest groups, there is no leader or head priestess. They hope to educate people on how to do rituals while adhering to age-old customs, as well as encourage more women to come out and explore areas where they have not previously ventured. (With inputs from agencies)

First time in the history of Durga Puja in Bengal, women priests to perform rituals

From Burj Khalifa to farmers protest: A look at Kolkata's Durga Puja pandal themes this year

Kabuliwalas living in Kolkata worried about their families in Afghanistan. Watch this report to know more.

'Kabuliwala' worry about their relatives in Kabul

British actress Banita Sandhu, who starred in Shoojit Sircar's 'October' 2017 has tested positive for COVID-19. Sandhu is in Kolkata shooting a film called 'Kavita and Teresa'.&nbsp; 
 
Reports state that Sandhu refused to be treated in a government facility and has now been admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata. Sandhu is a British actress of Indian origin.&nbsp; 
 
According to reports, Sandhu reached the city on December 20 and she travelled in the same flight with the youth who tested positive for the mutant coronavirus strain on his return from the United Kingdom. 
 
She was detected with the COVID-19 on Monday afternoon and steps were initiated to ascertain whether she has been infected with the new strain, an official said. 
 
After Sandhu was taken to the Beliaghata Infectious Diseases Hospital where a separate unit has been set up to keep those returned from the UK, the 23-year-old actress refused to come out of the ambulance alleging that the hospital lacked proper infrastructure. 
 
"We had to inform the state secretariat and the health department as she was unwilling to come out of the ambulance and at one point of time, she wanted to leave. 
 
"The British High Commission was informed as we cannot let her go like this which is against the protocol. We had to inform the police also. They (police personnel) came and surrounded the ambulance so that she cannot leave," the official said. 
 
Sandhu was counselled several times by senior doctors of the hospital but their efforts went in vain. 
 
"Eventually, with the permission of the health department, she was admitted to a private hospital," the official said adding that Sandhu has been kept in an isolated cabin there. 
 
Before leaving Beliaghata ID hospital, the actress was made to sign a declaration that she was unwilling to get admitted there as "she felt the medical establishment lacked infrastructure". 
 
'Kavita &amp; Teresa' by Swiss-Indian filmmaker Kamal Musale is about love and compassion inspired by the life of Mother Teresa, according to the website of the movie.&nbsp;

British actress Banita Sandhu, who starred in Shoojit Sircar's 'October' 2017 has tested positive for COVID-19. Sandhu is in Kolkata shooting a film called 'Kavita and Teresa'.

British actress Banita Sandhu, who starred in Shoojit Sircar's 'October' 2017 has tested positive for COVID-19. Sandhu is in Kolkata shooting a film called 'Kavita and Teresa'. Reports state that Sandhu refused to be treated in a government facility and has now been admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata. Sandhu is a British actress of Indian origin. According to reports, Sandhu reached the city on December 20 and she travelled in the same flight with the youth who tested positive for the mutant coronavirus strain on his return from the United Kingdom. She was detected with the COVID-19 on Monday afternoon and steps were initiated to ascertain whether she has been infected with the new strain, an official said. After Sandhu was taken to the Beliaghata Infectious Diseases Hospital where a separate unit has been set up to keep those returned from the UK, the 23-year-old actress refused to come out of the ambulance alleging that the hospital lacked proper infrastructure. "We had to inform the state secretariat and the health department as she was unwilling to come out of the ambulance and at one point of time, she wanted to leave. "The British High Commission was informed as we cannot let her go like this which is against the protocol. We had to inform the police also. They (police personnel) came and surrounded the ambulance so that she cannot leave," the official said. Sandhu was counselled several times by senior doctors of the hospital but their efforts went in vain. "Eventually, with the permission of the health department, she was admitted to a private hospital," the official said adding that Sandhu has been kept in an isolated cabin there. Before leaving Beliaghata ID hospital, the actress was made to sign a declaration that she was unwilling to get admitted there as "she felt the medical establishment lacked infrastructure". 'Kavita & Teresa' by Swiss-Indian filmmaker Kamal Musale is about love and compassion inspired by the life of Mother Teresa, according to the website of the movie.

British actress Banita Sandhu tests positive for coronavirus in Kolkata, refuses treatment at government hospital 

India, despite being the land of cricket, was shocked after Maradona's death. Fans left flowers and messages at the foot of the bronze statue, which stands on a road leading to Kolkata's airport.

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"It's the time for tears. He will always be in our hearts," said a West Bengal state minister Sujit Bose, who was amongst those to pay tribute.

Members of Kolkata's Argentina Fan Club planned a vigil later in the day to recall his two visits to the city.&nbsp;

Diego Maradona's love for Kolkata has been known to all. The Argentine legend came to the Indian city couple of times to share his love for football with young ones. Diego first came to Kolkata in 2008 and then had come to the city in 2017 to play a charity match with Sourav Ganguly.&nbsp;

In 2008, Maradona received a grand reception in Kolkata. He famously called it "the second biggest reception after Napoli". The Argentine nearly 50,000 people waited outside the airport hoping to get a glimpse.'Cheerful' Maradona then made his way to the Mohun Bagan ground where he showed his skills by juggling the ball with his much-talked left foot.&nbsp;

In 2017, Maradona came to play a charity match with Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly. Even though Maradona did not play the charity match with Sourav Ganguly, the Argentine unveil a 12-foot statue of himself.&nbsp;

In 2017, Maradona, known for his outspokenness and arrogance, gave a humble speech in Kolkata. "Kolkata is a very special place and I have good memories from my trip there many years ago (2008), the fans were fantastic."&nbsp;

"I am not the god of football but a simple footballer," Maradona added.&nbsp;

India, despite being the land of cricket, was shocked after Maradona's death. Fans left flowers and messages at the foot of the bronze statue, which stands on a road leading to Kolkata's airport.

India, despite being the land of cricket, was shocked after Maradona's death. Fans left flowers and messages at the foot of the bronze statue, which stands on a road leading to Kolkata's airport. IN PICS| 'It is very special place': Diego Maradona's love for Kolkata "It's the time for tears. He will always be in our hearts," said a West Bengal state minister Sujit Bose, who was amongst those to pay tribute. Members of Kolkata's Argentina Fan Club planned a vigil later in the day to recall his two visits to the city. Diego Maradona's love for Kolkata has been known to all. The Argentine legend came to the Indian city couple of times to share his love for football with young ones. Diego first came to Kolkata in 2008 and then had come to the city in 2017 to play a charity match with Sourav Ganguly. In 2008, Maradona received a grand reception in Kolkata. He famously called it "the second biggest reception after Napoli". The Argentine nearly 50,000 people waited outside the airport hoping to get a glimpse.'Cheerful' Maradona then made his way to the Mohun Bagan ground where he showed his skills by juggling the ball with his much-talked left foot. In 2017, Maradona came to play a charity match with Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly. Even though Maradona did not play the charity match with Sourav Ganguly, the Argentine unveil a 12-foot statue of himself. In 2017, Maradona, known for his outspokenness and arrogance, gave a humble speech in Kolkata. "Kolkata is a very special place and I have good memories from my trip there many years ago (2008), the fans were fantastic." "I am not the god of football but a simple footballer," Maradona added.

Diego Maradona and Kolkata: A love story for ages

'It is very special place': Diego Maradona's love for Kolkata

The Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF), scheduled to be held in November, has been deferred to January next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Thursday. 
 
Initially, the 26th edition of the KIFF, with a limited number of visitors, was scheduled to be held from November 5 to 12. 
It will now be organised from January 8 to 15, 2021. 
 
Banerjee posted on her Twitter handle, "After receiving global film fraternity's consent, I hereby inform all stakeholders of Kolkata International Film Festival &amp; cine lovers that our festival has been rescheduled, given the current circumstances. 
 
"It will now be held from Jan 8-15, 2021. Let the preparations begin!"

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Ace film director Goutam Ghosh, who is a key member of the organising committee, told PTI, "it is a wise decision. As we want to screen films in theatres for the people of the state who love to watch cinema, we cannot keep them out of the event." 
 
Asked if the festival will be held in physical format or digital ones, Ghosh said, "let me tell you, the selection of all films in different sections has already been completed. So there would not have been any problem in digital screening even during November. 
 
"But the chief minister and everyone involved in this festival, including me, want public participation in this annual carnival of the world and regional movies. This had been the main objective of KIFF all these years. We don't want to change that inclusiveness." 
 
Physical screenings in a restrained manner were organised in the Shanghai International Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival in July and September respectively, but at that time the pandemic was abating in those two places.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF), scheduled to be held in November, has been deferred to January next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Thursday.

The Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF), scheduled to be held in November, has been deferred to January next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Thursday. Initially, the 26th edition of the KIFF, with a limited number of visitors, was scheduled to be held from November 5 to 12. It will now be organised from January 8 to 15, 2021. Banerjee posted on her Twitter handle, "After receiving global film fraternity's consent, I hereby inform all stakeholders of Kolkata International Film Festival & cine lovers that our festival has been rescheduled, given the current circumstances. "It will now be held from Jan 8-15, 2021. Let the preparations begin!" After receiving global film fraternity's consent, I hereby inform all stakeholders of Kolkata International Film Festival & cine lovers that our festival has been rescheduled, given the current circumstances. It will now be held from Jan 8-15, 2021. Let the preparations begin! — Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) October 29, 2020 × Ace film director Goutam Ghosh, who is a key member of the organising committee, told PTI, "it is a wise decision. As we want to screen films in theatres for the people of the state who love to watch cinema, we cannot keep them out of the event." Asked if the festival will be held in physical format or digital ones, Ghosh said, "let me tell you, the selection of all films in different sections has already been completed. So there would not have been any problem in digital screening even during November. "But the chief minister and everyone involved in this festival, including me, want public participation in this annual carnival of the world and regional movies. This had been the main objective of KIFF all these years. We don't want to change that inclusiveness." Physical screenings in a restrained manner were organised in the Shanghai International Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival in July and September respectively, but at that time the pandemic was abating in those two places.

Kolkata International Film Festival deferred to January 2021 due to the pandemic

Two Durga Puja Pandals in India's West Bengal have decided to pay tribute to migrant workers of the country and their struggles amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

India: Two Durga Puja pandals in West Bengal depict migrant workers

The first tram in the world to have a library is now open in Kolkata. Passing through College Street also known as ‘boipara’ or “the area of books”, the single coach AC tram will run regularly between Esplanade and Shyambazar.

Kolkata gets world's first tram library

Kolkata has combined its two major attractions — tram and College Street — and created a unique attraction during&nbsp;the pandemic.

The city popular for its libraries and list of famous academicians, has launched a 'tram library' that will operate&nbsp;on the&nbsp;College Street.

The initiative has been launched by state's&nbsp;West Bengal Transport Corporation (WBTC) that operates trams all over the city. This tram will be moving&nbsp;between Shyambazar and Esplanade, traversing 4.5 km on the famous College Street — a street which houses famous universities such as&nbsp;Calcutta University and Presidency University, Scottish Church College, Hindu School, Hare School and the Calcutta Girls’ School.

“The tram library, being introduced by the WBTC that oversees India’s only functional tramways, is a special tram with books, magazines, which can be read while travelling on the tram,” said WBTC's&nbsp;managing director Rajanvir Singh Kapur.

In addition to novels, fictional and non-fictional works from domestic and international writers, this tramcar will also have books on&nbsp;competitive examinations such as the civil services, WBCS, GRE or GMAT.

The tram will also provide free Wi-Fi and air conditioning to make the readers comfortable. Services of online library will also be included soon.&nbsp;“We are also planning book reading sessions, book launches and literary festivals in the tram library in the future,” Kapur said.

Kolkata has combined its two major attractions — tram and College Street — and created a unique attraction during the pandemic. The city popular for its libraries and list of famous academicians, has launched a 'tram library' that will operate on the College Street.

Kolkata has combined its two major attractions — tram and College Street — and created a unique attraction during the pandemic. The city popular for its libraries and list of famous academicians, has launched a 'tram library' that will operate on the College Street. The initiative has been launched by state's West Bengal Transport Corporation (WBTC) that operates trams all over the city. This tram will be moving between Shyambazar and Esplanade, traversing 4.5 km on the famous College Street — a street which houses famous universities such as Calcutta University and Presidency University, Scottish Church College, Hindu School, Hare School and the Calcutta Girls’ School. “The tram library, being introduced by the WBTC that oversees India’s only functional tramways, is a special tram with books, magazines, which can be read while travelling on the tram,” said WBTC's managing director Rajanvir Singh Kapur. In addition to novels, fictional and non-fictional works from domestic and international writers, this tramcar will also have books on competitive examinations such as the civil services, WBCS, GRE or GMAT. The tram will also provide free Wi-Fi and air conditioning to make the readers comfortable. Services of online library will also be included soon. “We are also planning book reading sessions, book launches and literary festivals in the tram library in the future,” Kapur said.

Kolkata launches 'tram library' on College Street

In a major breakthrough, Kolkata Customs, the Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive) made the biggest seizure of antiques in recent times. The agency seized as many as 25 antique idols valued at Rs 35.3 crore.

On August 23 night, officials of the Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive), West Bengal intercepted a truck at South Dinajpur district en route Bangladesh through Kaliyaganj border. Officials found antique idols carefully concealed in paddy and hidden inside the truck.

Of the total 25 seized antique idols, there were seven stone idols of Goddess Parvati, Manasha Devi, Lord Vishnu and Lord Surya, seven Metallic artefacts made of Bronze and Octo Alloy used for casting metallic idols in Hindu and Jain Temples besides other 11 Terracotta idols. All the seized antiques range from 9th Century AD to 16th Century AD.

Custom officials took help from the experts of Akshaya Kumar Maitreya Heritage Museum under the University of North Bengal, Siliguri for the valuation of the antiques after an examination. The experts confirmed that the seized artefacts are valued at Rs 35.3 crore.

The officers of the Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive), West Bengal had earlier also seized seven antique idols having a value of Rs 11 crore in January 2020.&nbsp;

In a major breakthrough, Kolkata Customs, the Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive) made the biggest seizure of antiques in recent times. The agency seized as many as 25 antique idols valued at Rs 35.

In a major breakthrough, Kolkata Customs, the Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive) made the biggest seizure of antiques in recent times. The agency seized as many as 25 antique idols valued at Rs 35.3 crore. On August 23 night, officials of the Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive), West Bengal intercepted a truck at South Dinajpur district en route Bangladesh through Kaliyaganj border. Officials found antique idols carefully concealed in paddy and hidden inside the truck. Of the total 25 seized antique idols, there were seven stone idols of Goddess Parvati, Manasha Devi, Lord Vishnu and Lord Surya, seven Metallic artefacts made of Bronze and Octo Alloy used for casting metallic idols in Hindu and Jain Temples besides other 11 Terracotta idols. All the seized antiques range from 9th Century AD to 16th Century AD. Custom officials took help from the experts of Akshaya Kumar Maitreya Heritage Museum under the University of North Bengal, Siliguri for the valuation of the antiques after an examination. The experts confirmed that the seized artefacts are valued at Rs 35.3 crore. The officers of the Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive), West Bengal had earlier also seized seven antique idols having a value of Rs 11 crore in January 2020.

Antique idols worth more than Rs 35 crore seized by Indian customs officials in Kolkata

Quarantine facility for Kolkata Police personnel at the iconic Eden Gardens got ready on Monday. Several beds have been lined up under the galleries of blocks E and F.&nbsp;

According to the officials of Kolkata Police, the facility will be made operational soon.&nbsp;

“The Police Authorities have set up quarantine facilities under galleries of E and F Blocks at present. The facility is expected to be operational soon. We have also allowed them to use our Mini Hospital Area in F Block which would be used by Doctors who would be monitoring those in quarantine,” said CAB President Avishek Dalmiya.

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Kolkata Police authorities had requested the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) to allow them to use the space under the galleries to set up a quarantine facility for their personnel.&nbsp;

Later, a meeting was held between Kolkata Police officials and CAB officials on July 10 and thereafter a joint inspection was undertaken at Eden Gardens. Among the CAB office bearers, Avishek Dalmiya and Snehasish Ganguly (Hony. Secretary, CAB) were present during the inspection.

While the facility under the galleries of blocks E and F are ready, more beds will added to the galleries under the blocks G and H over the next few days.&nbsp;

On the other hand, the groundsmen and other staff of Eden Gardens and CAB would be shifted to the dormitories and other safer spaces in B, C, K and L blocks inside the stadium, away from the quarantine facility.&nbsp; 
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Quarantine facility for Kolkata Police personnel at the iconic Eden Gardens got ready on Monday. Several beds have been lined up under the galleries of blocks E and F.

Quarantine facility for Kolkata Police personnel at the iconic Eden Gardens got ready on Monday. Several beds have been lined up under the galleries of blocks E and F. According to the officials of Kolkata Police, the facility will be made operational soon. “The Police Authorities have set up quarantine facilities under galleries of E and F Blocks at present. The facility is expected to be operational soon. We have also allowed them to use our Mini Hospital Area in F Block which would be used by Doctors who would be monitoring those in quarantine,” said CAB President Avishek Dalmiya. #Watch: Quarantine facility for Kolkata Police personnel under the galleries of Block E & F at Eden Gardens ready. Facility is expected to be operational soon @ZeeNews #KolkataPolice #EdenGardens pic.twitter.com/BZ3a93Z9Rj — Pooja Mehta (@pooja_news) July 27, 2020 × Kolkata Police authorities had requested the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) to allow them to use the space under the galleries to set up a quarantine facility for their personnel. Later, a meeting was held between Kolkata Police officials and CAB officials on July 10 and thereafter a joint inspection was undertaken at Eden Gardens. Among the CAB office bearers, Avishek Dalmiya and Snehasish Ganguly (Hony. Secretary, CAB) were present during the inspection. While the facility under the galleries of blocks E and F are ready, more beds will added to the galleries under the blocks G and H over the next few days. On the other hand, the groundsmen and other staff of Eden Gardens and CAB would be shifted to the dormitories and other safer spaces in B, C, K and L blocks inside the stadium, away from the quarantine facility.

Quarantine facility for Kolkata Police personnel at iconic Eden Gardens ready, to be operational soon

In the wake of the rising cases of coronavirus in the state, West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday urged people to abide by the social distancing norms and take all precautionary measures to contain its spread.

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"PANDEMIC COVID-19 challenge is on rise. As figures of Covid-19 +ve and Deaths @MamataOfficial rise I appeal CALM and URGE to give 100% in observing:- *SOCIAL DISTANCING *WEARING MASK *REGULAR HAND WASH ...TIME TO HAND HOLD NEEDY. No scope for complacency at any level," he tweeted.

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He also tagged Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the tweet. According to the Health Ministry, West Bengal so far has recorded as many as 40,209 cases of coronavirus.

Out of the total,15,594 are active cases, 23,539 have been migrated/cured/discharged. Around 1,076 have died in the state after contracting the infection.

In the wake of the rising cases of coronavirus in the state, West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday urged people to abide by the social distancing norms and take all precautionary measures to contain its spread.

In the wake of the rising cases of coronavirus in the state, West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday urged people to abide by the social distancing norms and take all precautionary measures to contain its spread. Also read: Record single-day spike of 38,902 COVID-19 cases in India; IMA terms it onset of community spread "PANDEMIC COVID-19 challenge is on rise. As figures of Covid-19 +ve and Deaths @MamataOfficial rise I appeal CALM and URGE to give 100% in observing:- *SOCIAL DISTANCING *WEARING MASK *REGULAR HAND WASH ...TIME TO HAND HOLD NEEDY. No scope for complacency at any level," he tweeted. PANDEMIC COVID-19 challenge is on rise. As figures of Covid-19 +ve and Deaths @MamataOfficial rise I appeal CALM and URGE to give 100% in observing:- •SOCIAL DISTANCING •WEARING MASK •REGULAR HAND WASH TIME TO HAND HOLD NEEDY. No scope for complacency at any level. — Governor West Bengal Jagdeep Dhankhar (@jdhankhar1) July 19, 2020 × He also tagged Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the tweet. According to the Health Ministry, West Bengal so far has recorded as many as 40,209 cases of coronavirus. Out of the total,15,594 are active cases, 23,539 have been migrated/cured/discharged. Around 1,076 have died in the state after contracting the infection.

West Bengal Governor urges people to follow health norms to contain COVID-19

As the anti-China sentiment grows in India over the killing of 20 Indian Army soldiers at the Galwan Valley in Ladakh, employees of online food aggregator Zomato in eastern Indian city of Kolkata burnt their shirts on Saturday to protest against Chinese investment in the company.&nbsp;

A group of employees burnt and tore off Zomato's official t-shirts in Behala, Kolkata on Saturday to protest against Chinese investment in their organisation.&nbsp;

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"The Chinese cannot attack our Indian Army jawans as they are making profits from here. They are entering into our land, which is not acceptable. As our company has Chinese investment, we have decided not to be associated with it anymore," a protester said, reported The Indian Express.&nbsp;

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"Indian army jawans have been killed, but Zomato loves China," protesters were&nbsp;heard in a video uploaded on Twitter, reported ET Tech.&nbsp;

In 2018, Ant Financial, a part of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, had invested $210 million in Zomato to acquire 14.7 per cent stake. Zomator earlier this year raised an additional $150 million from Ant Financial.

A Zomato spokesperson told ET Tech that the protest was organised by "a small number of delivery partners" whose contracts have been terminated recently for "repeatedly violating our platform guidelines".&nbsp;

"Unfortunately, in their spite, they decided to get themselves heard by riding the wave of a sensitive sentiment," he said.&nbsp;

As the anti-China sentiment grows in India over the killing of 20 Indian Army soldiers at the Galwan Valley in Ladakh, employees of online food aggregator Zomato in eastern Indian city of Kolkata burnt their shirts on Saturday to protest against Chinese investment in the company.

As the anti-China sentiment grows in India over the killing of 20 Indian Army soldiers at the Galwan Valley in Ladakh, employees of online food aggregator Zomato in eastern Indian city of Kolkata burnt their shirts on Saturday to protest against Chinese investment in the company. A group of employees burnt and tore off Zomato's official t-shirts in Behala, Kolkata on Saturday to protest against Chinese investment in their organisation. Kolkata's Zomato delivery boys protest against Zomato by burning the company's jerseys as Zomato is working for the Chinese Company .So they decided to give Mass resignation and don't want to indirectly serve China who killed our Indian Soldiers said one of the protester. pic.twitter.com/Oj0OFNWqxh — syeda shabana (@shabana3637) June 28, 2020 × "The Chinese cannot attack our Indian Army jawans as they are making profits from here. They are entering into our land, which is not acceptable. As our company has Chinese investment, we have decided not to be associated with it anymore," a protester said, reported The Indian Express. Also read | Marico ties up with Swiggy, Zomato to deliver goods during lockdown "Indian army jawans have been killed, but Zomato loves China," protesters were heard in a video uploaded on Twitter, reported ET Tech. In 2018, Ant Financial, a part of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, had invested $210 million in Zomato to acquire 14.7 per cent stake. Zomator earlier this year raised an additional $150 million from Ant Financial. A Zomato spokesperson told ET Tech that the protest was organised by "a small number of delivery partners" whose contracts have been terminated recently for "repeatedly violating our platform guidelines". "Unfortunately, in their spite, they decided to get themselves heard by riding the wave of a sensitive sentiment," he said.

Zomato employees burn official t-shirts over Chinese investment in food start-up

Cyclone Amphan leaves Kolkata airport flooded; hangars damaged beyond repair

Around 500 personnel of the Kolkata Police Combat Force staged a protest in the city, alleging that they were being deployed in areas where chances of contracting COVID-19 are high, a senior official said on Wednesday.

The policemen demonstrated inside the Police Training School (PTS) complex on Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road late on Tuesday, he said.

Sources said they gheraoed the vehicle of Deputy Commissioner of Police, Combat Battalion, Col Nevendera Singh Paul when he tried to initiate a dialogue with them, and allegedly vandalised his vehicle.

"We are being sent on duty in high-risk areas. There are several policemen who have been infected with the virus. This cannot go on," a police officer of the Combat Force told.

When contacted, a senior police officer of Kolkata Police said an investigation has been launched to ascertain the facts.

"An investigation is underway. There can be disappointment among the policemen regarding the duty schedule, but no acts of indiscipline will not be tolerated...," he said.

Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had visited the complex and assured the agitating police personnel of looking into their demands.

At least seven policemen have so far been infected by COVID-19 in West Bengal.

(With inputs from PTI)&nbsp;

Around 500 personnel of the Kolkata Police Combat Force staged a protest in the city, alleging that they were being deployed in areas where chances of contracting COVID-19 are high, a senior official said on Wednesday.

Around 500 personnel of the Kolkata Police Combat Force staged a protest in the city, alleging that they were being deployed in areas where chances of contracting COVID-19 are high, a senior official said on Wednesday. The policemen demonstrated inside the Police Training School (PTS) complex on Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road late on Tuesday, he said. Sources said they gheraoed the vehicle of Deputy Commissioner of Police, Combat Battalion, Col Nevendera Singh Paul when he tried to initiate a dialogue with them, and allegedly vandalised his vehicle. "We are being sent on duty in high-risk areas. There are several policemen who have been infected with the virus. This cannot go on," a police officer of the Combat Force told. When contacted, a senior police officer of Kolkata Police said an investigation has been launched to ascertain the facts. "An investigation is underway. There can be disappointment among the policemen regarding the duty schedule, but no acts of indiscipline will not be tolerated...," he said. Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had visited the complex and assured the agitating police personnel of looking into their demands. At least seven policemen have so far been infected by COVID-19 in West Bengal. (With inputs from PTI)

Unhappy over deployment in COVID-19 containment zones, 500 police personnel stage protest in Kolkata

In a bid to contain the spread of Coronavirus in the Bengal’s capital city of Kolkata, Police have formulated guidelines to prevent people from spitting at public places. 
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According to sources in the Kolkata Police, a person who is caught spitting might invite arrest with a case being registered against him and can be charged a fine between Rs.2,000-Rs.5,000 as per the West Bengal Prohibition of Smoking &amp; Spitting &amp; Protection of Health of Non-Smokers &amp; Minors Act. 
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Sources reveal top brass of Kolkata Police have asked the field officers to prosecute those who are caught spitting in place of public work or use as per the West Bengal Prohibition of Smoking &amp; Spitting &amp; Protection of Health of Non-Smokers &amp; Minors Act. 
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“This Act allows a person to be prosecuted who spits in place of public work or use like - auditoriums, hospital buildings, health institutions, educational institutions, libraries, court buildings, public offices and public conveyances including Railways,” said a senior official of Kolkata Police. 
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He further added, “In case of a person is caught spitting in thoroughfares or open maidan, he will be prosecuted under the Calcutta Police Act or the Disaster Management Act.” 
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Kolkata Police on Wednesday registered the first case under the West Bengal Prohibition of Smoking &amp; Spitting &amp; Protection of Health of Non-Smokers &amp; Minors Act in the lockdown period. 
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&nbsp;A 55-year-old Kumar Gourisaria was prosecuted by New Alipore Police Station on Wednesday for spitting in a public place.

In a bid to contain the spread of Coronavirus in the Bengal’s capital city of Kolkata, Police have formulated guidelines to prevent people from spitting at public places.

In a bid to contain the spread of Coronavirus in the Bengal’s capital city of Kolkata, Police have formulated guidelines to prevent people from spitting at public places. According to sources in the Kolkata Police, a person who is caught spitting might invite arrest with a case being registered against him and can be charged a fine between Rs.2,000-Rs.5,000 as per the West Bengal Prohibition of Smoking & Spitting & Protection of Health of Non-Smokers & Minors Act. Sources reveal top brass of Kolkata Police have asked the field officers to prosecute those who are caught spitting in place of public work or use as per the West Bengal Prohibition of Smoking & Spitting & Protection of Health of Non-Smokers & Minors Act. “This Act allows a person to be prosecuted who spits in place of public work or use like - auditoriums, hospital buildings, health institutions, educational institutions, libraries, court buildings, public offices and public conveyances including Railways,” said a senior official of Kolkata Police. He further added, “In case of a person is caught spitting in thoroughfares or open maidan, he will be prosecuted under the Calcutta Police Act or the Disaster Management Act.” Kolkata Police on Wednesday registered the first case under the West Bengal Prohibition of Smoking & Spitting & Protection of Health of Non-Smokers & Minors Act in the lockdown period. A 55-year-old Kumar Gourisaria was prosecuted by New Alipore Police Station on Wednesday for spitting in a public place.

Coronavirus: Spitting in public places in Kolkata might invite arrest by police

In West Bengal's Murshidabad, hundreds of people gathered at a mosque despite the strict lockdown orders by the central government. Large gathering took place at mosque for Friday prayers. FIR has been lodged on all under section 51 & disaster management act.

West Bengal: Hundreds of people gather at mosque despite strict lockdown orders, FIR lodged

Indian city of Kolkata has got its first disinfectant tunnel. The tunnel is in experimental stage as of now, it will be operation after approval from experts.

Kolkata gets its first disinfectant tunnel | WION Ground Report

Mumbai has been declared as India's most "forgetful" city, as per&nbsp;Uber's Lost and Found Index 2020 --&nbsp;followed by Kolkata and Allahabad.

The list is an annual database compiled by the company, based on what passengers in different countries leave behind in Uber's taxis.

The company published its&nbsp;fourth list published this week.

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Delhi was ranked fourth among the ten most forgetful cities, followed by Bangalore at number five.

The items which were left behind the most were mobile phones, followed by wallet and keys. The list of the top 20 most unique lost items also includes mangoes, safari suits, brooms, military shoes and copies of Becoming, Michelle Obama's memoir.

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Uber found August 3, 2019 to be the "most forgetful" day in its survey. Thursdays and Fridays were the most "forgetful" days of the week, and afternoons - between 1 pm&nbsp;and 3 pm - are the most likely hours when people lose things.

Mumbai has been declared as India's most "forgetful" city, as per Uber's Lost and Found Index 2020 -- followed by Kolkata and Allahabad. The list is an annual database compiled by the company, based on what passengers in different countries leave behind in Uber's taxis.

Mumbai has been declared as India's most "forgetful" city, as per Uber's Lost and Found Index 2020 -- followed by Kolkata and Allahabad. The list is an annual database compiled by the company, based on what passengers in different countries leave behind in Uber's taxis. The company published its fourth list published this week. Also read: Uber cuts losses from Eats business in India with sale to Zomato Delhi was ranked fourth among the ten most forgetful cities, followed by Bangalore at number five. The items which were left behind the most were mobile phones, followed by wallet and keys. The list of the top 20 most unique lost items also includes mangoes, safari suits, brooms, military shoes and copies of Becoming, Michelle Obama's memoir. Also read: Uber launches new partner app in India Uber found August 3, 2019 to be the "most forgetful" day in its survey. Thursdays and Fridays were the most "forgetful" days of the week, and afternoons - between 1 pm and 3 pm - are the most likely hours when people lose things.

Mumbai is India's most 'forgetful' city, says Uber

Hardik Pandya's eagerly-awaited international comeback adds a lot of context to India's three-match ODI campaign against South Africa starting Thursday where the hosts would be aiming to put the 'New Zealand Nightmare' behind them.

Amid the ever-rising danger of Novel Coronavirus and threat of rain once again playing spoilsport, Pandya's all-round flamboyance will keep skipper Virat Kohli in a good headspace as he would be desperately trying to forget the 0-3 mauling in the last series in New Zealand.

Pandya last played an ODI against New Zealand in the World Cup semi-final in Manchester and his last international game was a T20 against the Proteas in Bengaluru in September last year.He forced his way back into the national team with his all-round performances at the DY Patil Corporate Cup, where he looked completely fit and ready to go.

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Skipper Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri has spoken openly about ODIs being least of priority in a World T20 year. But his men can ill-afford to lose another series against an inexperienced South African side which is buoyed after crushing Australia 3-0 in their own den.

Especially having lost five international games (two Tests included) on trot, the Indian skipper, enduring one of his rarest of rare bad patches in last six years will be keen to buck the trend.

Kohli managed just 75 runs against the Kiwis, and going by his standards the Indian skipper would be itching to silence his critics, who have raised eyebrows after his statement on ODIs not having context in the current calendar.

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The presence of Pandya along with a fit-again senior opener Shikhar Dhawan (shoulder dislocation) and seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar (sports hernia surgery) makes India favourite on paper against a South African side that comprises of seasoned campaigners like Quinton d Kock, Faf du Plessis and David Miller in their ranks.

The three players automatically pick themselves in the playing XI while Manish Pandey might just get a longer run at No 6 now that Kedar Jadhav has finally been dropped from the squad.

In the absence of Rohit Sharma, who is yet to recover from a calf injury, Dhawan's return would lend valuable experience to the Indian top-order, which badly missed both the openers in New Zealand, Dhawan had dislocated his shoulder during the final ODI against Australia at home and missed the New Zealand series.

Bhuvneshwar's return will give India good depth during the slog overs where Shardul THakur had seemed completely misfit.

Mohammed Shami has been rested for the series after getting a blow on his shoulder in the second Test in New Zealand.Ravindra Jadeja is expected to be the lone spinning option on a seamer-friendly Dharamsala track unless team management feels the urge to include Kuldeep Yadav in the team.

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South Africa, on the other hand, are coming into the tour brimming with confidence after whitewashing Australia in the three-ODI series. Faf du Plessis and Rassie van der Dussen, who were rested for the ODIs against Australia, are part of South Africa's touring party.

Since quitting as captain, du Plessis has not had a good run and would like to do the course correction in his most preferred format. Heinrich Klaasen and Kyle Verreynne, both of whom played crucial roles in South Africa's ODI series win over Australia, would look to carry on their form in India while Temba Bavuma, who suffered a hamstring strain and missed the last two ODIs against Australia, has also returned.

Janneman Malan earned his maiden India tour call as the 16th member of the squad after his match-winning ton in the second ODI against Australia.

This will be South Africa's maiden ODI at this venue while India have played four ODIs here, losing two and winning two. The side batting second has won three of the four contests at the ground. The second and third ODIs will be held at Lucknow (March 15) and Kolkata (March 18).

Teams (from):

India: Virat Kohli (C), Shikhar Dhawan, Prithvi Shaw, KL Rahul, Manish Pandey, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Navdeep Saini, Kuldeep Yadav, Shubman Gill.

South Africa: Quinton de Kock (C), Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Faf du Plessis, Kyle Verreynne, Heinrich Klaasen, Janneman Malan David Miller, Jon-Jon Smuts, Andile Phehlukwayo, Lungi Ngidi, Lutho Sipamla, Beuran Hendricks, Anrich Nortje, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj.

Hardik Pandya's eagerly-awaited international comeback adds a lot of context to India's three-match ODI campaign against South Africa starting Thursday where the hosts would be aiming to put the 'New Zealand Nightmare' behind them.

Hardik Pandya's eagerly-awaited international comeback adds a lot of context to India's three-match ODI campaign against South Africa starting Thursday where the hosts would be aiming to put the 'New Zealand Nightmare' behind them. Amid the ever-rising danger of Novel Coronavirus and threat of rain once again playing spoilsport, Pandya's all-round flamboyance will keep skipper Virat Kohli in a good headspace as he would be desperately trying to forget the 0-3 mauling in the last series in New Zealand. Pandya last played an ODI against New Zealand in the World Cup semi-final in Manchester and his last international game was a T20 against the Proteas in Bengaluru in September last year.He forced his way back into the national team with his all-round performances at the DY Patil Corporate Cup, where he looked completely fit and ready to go. Also Read: India fined by International Cricket Council for slow over-rate in T20I final against New Zealand Skipper Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri has spoken openly about ODIs being least of priority in a World T20 year. But his men can ill-afford to lose another series against an inexperienced South African side which is buoyed after crushing Australia 3-0 in their own den. Especially having lost five international games (two Tests included) on trot, the Indian skipper, enduring one of his rarest of rare bad patches in last six years will be keen to buck the trend. Kohli managed just 75 runs against the Kiwis, and going by his standards the Indian skipper would be itching to silence his critics, who have raised eyebrows after his statement on ODIs not having context in the current calendar. Also Read: Ahead of World Cup clash, India cricket coach Ravi Shastri trolled on Twitter The presence of Pandya along with a fit-again senior opener Shikhar Dhawan (shoulder dislocation) and seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar (sports hernia surgery) makes India favourite on paper against a South African side that comprises of seasoned campaigners like Quinton d Kock, Faf du Plessis and David Miller in their ranks. The three players automatically pick themselves in the playing XI while Manish Pandey might just get a longer run at No 6 now that Kedar Jadhav has finally been dropped from the squad. In the absence of Rohit Sharma, who is yet to recover from a calf injury, Dhawan's return would lend valuable experience to the Indian top-order, which badly missed both the openers in New Zealand, Dhawan had dislocated his shoulder during the final ODI against Australia at home and missed the New Zealand series. Bhuvneshwar's return will give India good depth during the slog overs where Shardul THakur had seemed completely misfit. Mohammed Shami has been rested for the series after getting a blow on his shoulder in the second Test in New Zealand.Ravindra Jadeja is expected to be the lone spinning option on a seamer-friendly Dharamsala track unless team management feels the urge to include Kuldeep Yadav in the team. Also Read: Tamim Iqbal to lead Bangladesh in ODIs, Mortaza and Shakib dropped from centrally contracted players' list South Africa, on the other hand, are coming into the tour brimming with confidence after whitewashing Australia in the three-ODI series. Faf du Plessis and Rassie van der Dussen, who were rested for the ODIs against Australia, are part of South Africa's touring party. Since quitting as captain, du Plessis has not had a good run and would like to do the course correction in his most preferred format. Heinrich Klaasen and Kyle Verreynne, both of whom played crucial roles in South Africa's ODI series win over Australia, would look to carry on their form in India while Temba Bavuma, who suffered a hamstring strain and missed the last two ODIs against Australia, has also returned. Janneman Malan earned his maiden India tour call as the 16th member of the squad after his match-winning ton in the second ODI against Australia. This will be South Africa's maiden ODI at this venue while India have played four ODIs here, losing two and winning two. The side batting second has won three of the four contests at the ground. The second and third ODIs will be held at Lucknow (March 15) and Kolkata (March 18). Teams (from): India: Virat Kohli (C), Shikhar Dhawan, Prithvi Shaw, KL Rahul, Manish Pandey, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Navdeep Saini, Kuldeep Yadav, Shubman Gill. South Africa: Quinton de Kock (C), Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Faf du Plessis, Kyle Verreynne, Heinrich Klaasen, Janneman Malan David Miller, Jon-Jon Smuts, Andile Phehlukwayo, Lungi Ngidi, Lutho Sipamla, Beuran Hendricks, Anrich Nortje, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj.

Hardik adds balance, India ready for fresh start against Proteas

In India's Bengaluru airport passengers are being thermal screened. Around 20 airports in India have installed mandatory thermal screening devices for the coronavirus. The Indian government has also begun evacuating Indian nationals from Wuhan. The cases of coronavirus have also emerged in the United States. The White House has declined all reports of suspending any flights coming in from China. However, the US has raised travel alert for China. Watch report:

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ATK (previously known as Atlético de Kolkata) and Mohun Bagan have finally merged into one entity. Indian Super League took to twitter to confirm&nbsp;the news.

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Read more 👇<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HeroISL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HeroISL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LetsFootball?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LetsFootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ATKFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ATKFC</a> <a href="https://t.co/phHVs25i0G">https://t.co/phHVs25i0G</a>
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The six-years-old ISL team's merger with the 130-years-old I-League team is monumental as said by BCCI president Sourav Ganguly. He tweeted to congratulate both the teams. He said: "A momentous partnership for Bengal football. I have no doubt ATK and Mohun Bagan will be torchbearers of moving Indian football forward together. 
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ATK is owned by the Sanjiv Goenka's RPSG group, whereas Mohun Bagan football team is looked after by Mohun Bagan Football Club (India) Private Limited.

In the deal struck by the two teams, ATK will hold 80 per cent of the team's shares whereas Mohun Bagan will have just 20 per cent.&nbsp;

Swapan Sadhan Bose, Chairman, Mohun Bagan Football Club (India) Pvt&nbsp;Ltd&nbsp;said in an official statement that "In this context, I am very thankful to India's one of the most well-known industrialists and our Kolkata's very own Dr Sanjiv Goenka for his investment through RPSG. Their vision on Indian football aligns with our philosophy and our combined forces will surely take the club to bigger and greater heights. In this respect, it is a red-letter day in the history of this iconic institution".

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The new deal comes into existence from June 1. They will take part in the ISL (2020-21) and other important AIFF competitions as one team.&nbsp;

The logo and jersey of the team are yet to be decided, Mohun Bagan officials have said that the essence of both the clubs would be preserved.&nbsp;

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ATK coach Antonio Lopez Habas is likely to be the head coach of the team. Few players of both the teams will be retained and they will look for new players to&nbsp;compete&nbsp;in the next ISL season.

Fans of both teams have expressed disappointment&nbsp;over the new merger.

But Swapan Sadhan Bose assured fans that the legacy will continue,&nbsp;"I can assure millions and millions of Bagan supporters spread across the globe, that the poetry will continue. Now that the prose is ready to lend a helping hand". 
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ATK (previously known as Atlético de Kolkata) and Mohun Bagan have finally merged into one entity. Indian Super League took to twitter to confirm the news. RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group acquires majority stake in @Mohun_Bagan FC 🤝 Read more 👇#HeroISL #LetsFootball @ATKFC https://t.

ATK (previously known as Atlético de Kolkata) and Mohun Bagan have finally merged into one entity. Indian Super League took to twitter to confirm the news. RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group acquires majority stake in @Mohun_Bagan FC 🤝 Read more 👇#HeroISL #LetsFootball @ATKFC https://t.co/phHVs25i0G — Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) January 16, 2020 × The six-years-old ISL team's merger with the 130-years-old I-League team is monumental as said by BCCI president Sourav Ganguly. He tweeted to congratulate both the teams. He said: "A momentous partnership for Bengal football. I have no doubt ATK and Mohun Bagan will be torchbearers of moving Indian football forward together. @IndSuperLeague"- @SGanguly99 A momentus partnership for Bengal football. I have no doubt ATK and Mohun Bagan will be torchbearers of moving Indian football forward together.@IndSuperLeague https://t.co/zVHJsPxKip — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) January 16, 2020 × ATK is owned by the Sanjiv Goenka's RPSG group, whereas Mohun Bagan football team is looked after by Mohun Bagan Football Club (India) Private Limited. In the deal struck by the two teams, ATK will hold 80 per cent of the team's shares whereas Mohun Bagan will have just 20 per cent. Swapan Sadhan Bose, Chairman, Mohun Bagan Football Club (India) Pvt Ltd said in an official statement that "In this context, I am very thankful to India's one of the most well-known industrialists and our Kolkata's very own Dr Sanjiv Goenka for his investment through RPSG. Their vision on Indian football aligns with our philosophy and our combined forces will surely take the club to bigger and greater heights. In this respect, it is a red-letter day in the history of this iconic institution". 🗣️ @praful_patel: "I congratulate 👏🏻 the fans of legendary @Mohun_Bagan 🟢🔴 and @IndSuperLeague club @ATKFC 🔴⚪ on the merger 🤝."#IndianFootball ⚽ pic.twitter.com/uoWcPwgYTf — Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) January 16, 2020 × The new deal comes into existence from June 1. They will take part in the ISL (2020-21) and other important AIFF competitions as one team. The logo and jersey of the team are yet to be decided, Mohun Bagan officials have said that the essence of both the clubs would be preserved. The official press release of Mohun Bagan regarding new investor is available in the official websitehttps://t.co/NifBXQbugJ pic.twitter.com/4QU4evdW7m — Mohun Bagan (@Mohun_Bagan) January 16, 2020 × ATK coach Antonio Lopez Habas is likely to be the head coach of the team. Few players of both the teams will be retained and they will look for new players to compete in the next ISL season. Fans of both teams have expressed disappointment over the new merger. But Swapan Sadhan Bose assured fans that the legacy will continue, "I can assure millions and millions of Bagan supporters spread across the globe, that the poetry will continue. Now that the prose is ready to lend a helping hand".

'ATK and Mohun Bagan will be torchbearers in Indian football': Sourav Ganguly

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