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India Entertainment & Culture 05 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Kolkata International Film Festival Unveils New Logo, Shifts Inaugural Venue as City Prepares for a Fresh Edition

The Kolkata International Film Festival is entering a new phase with a redesigned logo and a change in its inaugural venue, signalling a refreshed presentation for one of India’s most recognisable cultural events. The update comes as organisers position the festival to retain its stature while adapting to evolving logistical and ceremonial needs.

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National Governance & Policy21 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Meets Families After Kolkata Puja Pandal Stampede

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met the families of those killed in the Kolkata puja pandal stampede, offering condolences and signalling immediate state support for the bereaved. In a parallel political gesture, Suvendu Adhikari handed over a cheque of ₹25 lakh to relatives and said one member from each affected family would be assured a government job.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy20 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

SMP Kolkata Adds Cargo Capacity as Infrastructure Push Lifts Port Throughput

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata is expanding its cargo-handling capacity as infrastructure upgrades begin to translate into stronger operational throughput. The development underscores how targeted port modernisation is becoming a key lever for trade efficiency, logistics competitiveness and eastern India’s industrial connectivity.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy20 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Kolkata Port Expands Cargo Capacity as Infrastructure Push Lifts Throughput

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata is set to handle more cargo as fresh infrastructure upgrades improve operational capacity and efficiency across its terminals and connected logistics network. The development underscores the government’s wider push to strengthen eastern India’s trade infrastructure and reduce bottlenecks in a port system that remains central to regional commerce.

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India Entertainment & Culture20 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Sharan Apparao Finds Kolkata’s Pandals a Masterclass in Collaboration and Generosity

Gallerist Sharan Apparao’s tour of some of Kolkata’s most celebrated Durga Puja pandals has highlighted what makes the city’s festival culture globally distinctive: a rare blend of artistic ambition, community labour and civic generosity. She described this year’s installations as a masterclass in collaboration, where craft, design and public participation come together at scale.

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World Politics & Diplomacy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

At Least 17 Dead in Crowd Crush at Hindu Festival Event in Kolkata

At least 17 people were killed and many more injured in a crowd crush at a Hindu festival event in the Indian city of Kolkata, according to initial reports from the scene. The disaster has renewed scrutiny of crowd control, emergency preparedness and public safety planning at large religious gatherings in India, where mass attendance can overwhelm local infrastructure within minutes.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth03 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

NSE International Exchange Launches 23.5-Hour Trading to Span Global Market Hours

NSE International Exchange has introduced a 23.5-hour trading schedule, expanding market access across Asian, European and American time zones. The move is designed to let global investors react more quickly to overseas developments while reinforcing GIFT City’s ambition to emerge as a leading international financial centre.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition03 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Photographer Captures the International Space Station and Jupiter in a Rare Single Frame

A striking new image showing the International Space Station and Jupiter in the same frame has drawn attention across the astronomy and photography communities, underscoring how precision timing and technical skill can turn a fleeting orbital alignment into a globally shareable scientific image. Beyond its visual appeal, the photograph highlights the growing public appetite for space imagery that bridges art, science, and the expanding commercial space era.

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India Entertainment & Culture01 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

‘The Small, Unheard Film Is the Gem’: Dharamshala International Film Festival Marks 15 Years

The Dharamshala International Film Festival is marking its 15th edition with a renewed emphasis on independent, non-mainstream cinema and the audiences that sustain it. Founder Ritu Sarin and programming director Bina Paul say the festival’s core mission remains unchanged: to create a serious home for films that might otherwise be overlooked in India’s commercial market.

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India Entertainment & Culture24 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Indian Content Quality Has Improved Sharply and Now Travels Across Cultures, Says JioStar International Chief

JioStar’s international business chief said the quality of Indian content has improved dramatically, making it increasingly attractive to audiences beyond India. The comments come as the company accelerates its overseas push, including a recent tie-up with Starz Play for the Middle East and North Africa and fresh expansion into Singapore, the UK and Canada.

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India Sports & Cricket21 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Gavaskar Urges International Players to Return to Ranji Cricket, Questions India’s Crowded Calendar

Sunil Gavaskar has called for India’s international cricketers to make themselves available for Ranji Trophy matches, arguing that domestic cricket needs stronger participation from the country’s biggest names. The former captain also voiced concern over India’s packed schedule, saying the three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe in January could have been avoided.

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