Category: West Bengal

CK Birla Hospitals – CMRI Launches Eastern India’s First Private-Sector Bone Bank

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Kolkata : CK Birla Hospitals – CMRI, Kolkata,announced the launch of its state-of-the-art Bone Bank, establishing the first functional Bone Bank in the private sector across Eastern India. Built in accordance with national and international standards, the facility marks a significant advancement in the hospital’s capabilities in musculoskeletal care, trauma surgeries, oncology, and reconstructive procedures […]

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Bengal’s Next-Gen Footballers: Techno India Group Launches UKSC Grassroots Training Program

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Kolkata : Techno India Groupannounced the official launch of the United Kolkata Sports Club (UKSC) Academy’s grassroots football development program for children aged 4–18 years at the Salt Lake GD Ground. Designed as a curriculum-based, age-appropriate training ecosystem, the program aims to position UKSC Academy as one of the most progressive and future-ready youth football […]

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Kolkata Hospital Performs World’s First Kidney Transplant in Rare Factor VII Deficiency Case

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Kolkata: In a groundbreaking medical feat, Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur, has successfully performed a uniquely challenging kidney transplant on a young man from Bhutan suffering from severe Factor VII deficiency — one of the rarest genetic bleeding disorders in the world, occurring in just one in five million people. This is the first successful […]

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Record-Breaking Registrations Fuel Excitement Ahead of the 10th Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata Countdown

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Olympic Medalist Kenny Bednarek, Football Legend Bhaichung Bhutia & Actor Srabanti Chatterjee to Inspire Runners at India’s Premier World Athletics Gold Label Race Kolkata: Registrations for the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata — India’s only World Athletics Gold Label 25K — have surged to record-breaking levels, reaffirming Kolkata’s position as one of the nation’s most […]

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IAC Unveils Caregiver Outreach Programme to Train 300 Specialized Caregivers for a First-of-its-Kind Residential Ecosystem

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Kolkata : The India Autism Center (IAC), an upcoming world-class residential and day-care ecosystem dedicated to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), announced the launch of its Caregiver Outreach Programme, an ambitious initiative aimed at training 300 specialized caregivers across West Bengal. Designed to address the growing need for skilled and compassionate support for autistic […]

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Swayam Raises Alarm on Gender-Based Online Violence with Film Launch and Panel in Kolkata

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Kolkata: To mark the beginning of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, Swayam organized a panel discussion and released two short awareness films on Gender-Based Online Violence at the Kolkata Press Club today. The event aimed to deepen public understanding of the growing digital threats faced by women, girls, and queer […]

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SIR Announcement Sparks Concern; Jamiat Leader Siddiqullah Chowdhury Issues Key Demands to Election Commission

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Kolkata: The Election Commission’s announcement on 27 October 2025 regarding the commencement of the Special Summary Revision (SIR) across West Bengal and 12 other states and union territories has triggered widespread concern among citizens. The draft voter list will be published following the SIR exercise, and the final list is expected on 7 February 2026, […]

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Sealdah Division’s “Unique Badge” System for Ticket Checking Staff Marks Major Step Toward Fraud-Free Rail Travel

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Kolkata: Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has recorded notable success in preventing impersonation and enhancing passenger safety with the recent introduction of a Unique Identification Badge for travelling ticket examiners (TTEs). The initiative is aimed at eliminating fraudulent individuals posing as railway officials to extort money from passengers — a problem that has plagued busy […]

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West Bengal Launches Five New Fortified Food Brands to Fight Malnutrition

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Kolkata: In a major step toward improving nutrition and reducing hidden hunger, Millers for Nutrition, powered by TechnoServe, launched five new fortified rice and wheat flour brands in West Bengal during an event held at Peerless Hotel, Kolkata. The launch brings together millers, government representatives and nutrition experts to expand access to fortified staple foods […]

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India’s Manufacturing Sector Reaches Critical Turning Point as Transformative Policies Boost Global Competitiveness

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Kolkata: India’s manufacturing sector is entering a decisive phase driven by the adoption of emerging technologies, smart automation, and landmark policy reforms, senior industry leaders noted at the 4th Edition of the Manufacturing Conclave 2025, organised by Assocham in Kolkata. The conclave’s theme — “Powering the Future of Manufacturing: Local Touch, Global Impact” — reflects […]

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