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  Massive 50-quintal shark caught by fishermen lying on Talsari beach near Digha PHOTO BY SANCHITA CHATTERJEE RESPECTED BY SANCHITA CHATTERJEE: Massive 50-Quintal Shark Caught in Fishermen’s Nets at TALSARI In a rare and dramatic incident, a massive shark weighing nearly 50 quintals was caught in fishermen’s nets at TALSARI on the Bengal-Odisha border near DIGHA on Sunday evening. The sheer size of the catch left both locals and tourists stunned, drawing large crowds to the TALSARI sea beach. According to fishermen, the shark got entangled in their nets during routine deep-sea fishing. One boat alone could not control the enormous fish due to its weight and thrashing. The crew immediately radioed for help, and with the assistance of another boat and several fishermen, the shark was finally brought to shore after a strenuous effort. Such large sharks are rarely seen along the DIGHA- TALSARI coastline. Typically, when sharks do get caught, they are smaller and of...

  ALIPURDUR-school-bus-fire-students-safe-PATKA-para PHOTO BY SANCHITA CHATTERJEE Reported by SANCHITACHATTERJEE: Students Escape Unharmed as School Bus Catches Fire in   ALIPUR DUAR  A major tragedy was averted in ALIPUR DUAR on Tuesday morning after a school bus carrying young students suddenly caught fire near PATKA Para, just outside the city. Quick thinking by the driver and local residents ensured all children were safely evacuated before the flames spread. The incident took place around 7:45 AM when the bus, ferrying nearly 30 students to a private school, was passing through the busy PATKA Para area. Eyewitnesses said smoke began rising from the engine compartment. The driver, noticing the flames, immediately pulled over and opened the doors, shouting for the children to get out. Panic spread among the students, many of them from primary classes, but teachers on board and nearby shopkeepers rushed to help. Within minutes, every child was moved to a safe dista...

Bengal Super League Set To Commence From 14th December, Marking A New Era In Regional Football Repoted by Sanchita chatterjee   Kolkata, 4th December, 2025: The Bengal Super League (BSL) is poised to usher in a new chapter in Bengal’s footballing landscape as it officially kicks off on 14th December, 2025 bringing with it a renewed spirit of competition and community engagement. Spearheaded by Shrachi Sports, the league aims to elevate grassroots and semi-professional football by offering a high-calibre platform for emerging athletes across the state. With a vision to strengthen Bengal’s sporting ecosystem, the Bengal Super League promises high-intensity matches, rising talent and an electrifying atmosphere that celebrates Bengal’s deep-rooted passion for the beautiful game. “The Bengal Super League is not just a tournament; it is a movement. Our aim is to spotlight Bengal’s extraordinary footballing talent and create a world-class platform where local heroes can rise, inspire...

  Magician S. Barman performing a card trick on stage in Barrackpore to a packed audience S. Barman stuns Barrackpore with his signature floating rose act, earning a standing ovation from 450+ attendees. Reported  by Sanchita chatterjee: Barrackpore witnessed pure wonder last weekend as magician S. Barman transformed an ordinary evening into something extraordinary. The community hall was packed wall to wall, with families, students, and even a few skeptics filing in early just to grab front-row seats. By 6:30 PM, the buzz was undeniable. From the moment Barman stepped on stage in his signature indigo jacket, the room shifted. He opened with a classic card routine, but with a twist that felt brand new. A borrowed wristwatch vanished, only to reappear inside a sealed lemon held by a stunned volunteer from the audience. Gasps turned into roars, and that set the tone for the night. What makes S. Barman different is how he blends storytelling with sleight of hand. Between tricks, ...