Tragic Fireworks Incident in Kerala: 150+ Injured, 8 Critical in Kasaragod

Shubhadip Ghosh — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 14:17:18 +0000

More than 150 people were injured and 8 critically injured in a fireworks accident during the “Theyyam” festival in Nileswaram, Kerala. The incident happened around midnight. The injured individuals have been moved to the hospital. Eyewitnesses said a firework display was going on at the temple in Kerala when a firecracker fell into a nearby shed, where more firecrackers were stored.

Kerala Fire Tragedy:

Over 154 people were injured, 10 of them critically, when a firecracker mishap broke out at the Anjuthambalam Veererkavu temple in Nileswaram in Kerala’s Kasaragod district late on Monday night. The Kerala Police have arrested two persons due to this massive accident due to the negligence of the temple officials. Shocking scenes from the scene showed the firecrackers creating a huge fire and cloud of smoke moments after the fire started, sending people gathered in the temple premises and running around in fear.

The incident took place at Anjuthambalam Veererkavu during the celebration of the beginning of the festival season ( theyyam ) in the North Malabar region. Eyewitnesses said a firework display was being held at midnight when the firework caught fire in an adjacent shed where more firecrackers were stored. As a result, the fire spread faster. Visuals showed the shed erupting in huge flames and smoke, leaving everyone who had gathered for the festival shocked and several fans injured.

Eyewitnesses said that everyone was present at the festival with their families and loved ones. Suddenly I heard a loud explosion and saw a huge fire rising in my throat. Seeing this scene panic spread all around and there was noise all around.

Several residents reported that all the vegetables were kept in a shed near where crackers were being burst. The local panchayat representative blamed a lack of vigilance. The distance between the shed and the location where the crackers exploded should have been more carefully considered by the temple administration. This distance should be at least 100 meters (between where the crackers are being burst and where the crackers are intended to be placed), but here the distance is only a few feet.

Currently, the Kerala Police has taken the President and Secretary of the temple committee into custody. The temple authorities said that they had constructed a temporary shed with a tin wall where less intense firecrackers worth around Rs 28,000 were stored.

A girl injured in the blast said a spark from the crackers caught all the other firecrackers and exploded within seconds. Forensic teams have collected samples from the site to aid investigations, and local authorities have pledged to ensure that such incidents do not happen again.

Local CPI(M) MLA Shri M Rajagopal termed the incident very unfortunate and held a meeting with the District Collector in this regard. According to him, the event happened at midnight while fireworks were being set off to commemorate the celebration. The firecrackers were less intense, and just before the explosion, a fire spark fell on the stored firecrackers.

The district collector said that 80 percent of those who were seriously injured were burnt. He (the District Collector) said the real cause of the accident would be found out. Samples were collected from the scene. A case has been filed.

Initially, the District Collector said that this accident happened due to a lack of security. The place where firecrackers are stored should be at least 100 meters away from where crackers are being burst. He (District Collector) also informed that no permission was taken for the storage of firecrackers.

He said (The district collector) said that 80 percent of those who were seriously injured were burnt. He (the District Collector) said the real cause of the accident would be found out. Samples were collected from the scene. A case has been filed.

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Jammu’s Security Forces Strike: Terrorist Gunned Down, Two Militants Killed in Action

Shubhadip Ghosh — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:05:34 +0000

Militants fired rounds targeting a political vehicle (ambulance) in Akhnoor, which was part of a convoy, near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. A third terrorist was killed in the ongoing encounter, sources said. Currently, the Indian Army is searching the area.

Following an attack on an army vehicle in the Akhnoor area, security forces conducted a large search and killed the terrorists. An army dog named Phantom was also killed during this operation.

Hours after terrorists ambushed an army van in a convoy, reports emerged that security forces had shot dead three militants in Akhnoor. Sources said on Tuesday that security forces have killed all the terrorists who opened fire on an army ambulance van.

Meanwhile, a fresh gun battle broke out in a village in Jammu’s Akhnoor sector on Tuesday morning. According to sources, terrorists are firing “targeting Asan, Sundarbans. For security and quick retaliation of its troops, the Indian Army has launched a powerful operation against three terrorists hiding in the area”.

New Clash Erupts in Akhnur

Three terrorists opened fire on an army ambulance which was part of a convoy moving near the Line of Control (LoC) on Monday morning. A terrorist was later killed in an operation conducted by Special Forces and NSG commandos in the evening.

According to sources, the terrorists were hiding near Khurejogwan Asan temple. Security forces attacked the terrorists hiding near the temple in Khurejogwan village. A few deafening explosions were heard after intense firing on Tuesday.

Army dog Phantom dies in a fresh encounter in Akhnoor

Security forces attacked terrorists hiding near the Asan temple in Jogwan village of Khur on Tuesday after intense firing and several deafening explosions. during this operation, A brave four-year-old army dog ”Phantom” was killed by gunfire. Phantom was shot dead during this deadly operation. Initially, the army deployed four of its BMP-II combat vehicles for surveillance around the attack site, and helicopters and drones were also deployed to detect terrorists hiding in the jungle. According to sources, the three terrorists are believed to have entered from across the border the night before the attack.

Encounter in Akhnoor sector: Two terrorists killed

The encounter by security forces including Special Forces and NSG commandos took place in a village in Akhnoor sector, where they launched an anti-terror operation. According to the army, terrorists were hiding near Asan temple in Khurjogwan village. Yesterday, Monday evening, one terrorist was killed, and his body and weapons were recovered. A second terrorist was also gunned down as the operation continued till Tuesday morning.

The militants are suspected to be affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammed

The terrorists were suspected to be associated with the Jaish-e-Mohammed terror group and were dressed in army fatigues. The presence of heavily armed terrorists was first reported by villagers hiding near the Asan temple in Jogwan village in Akhnoor. The incident comes after a series of terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir for two consecutive weeks, in which more than a dozen people were killed.

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Diwali 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Time, Date, and Traditions

Shubhadip Ghosh — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 20:01:00 +0000

Diwali, also known as Diwali. This Diwali, also known as the “Festival of Lights”, is one of the most significant festivals for Hindus and one of the most widely celebrated festivals. It is a time of joy, family gatherings, prayers, and festivals, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The date of Diwali 2024 is Thursday, October 31. It is celebrated with great joy and festivity in India, Nepal, and different parts of the world.

Diwali is a family festival where the whole family celebrates with decorations and fireworks and most importantly, worships Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. On this festival, everyone lights lamps and decorates their houses, and families come together to worship the holy Lakshmi. People of different cultures live in India. So this day is celebrated as Diwali in some places and as Kali Puja in some places. It stands for the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Below we will discuss Diwali 2024 date, time, rituals, and significance of Diwali celebration in Hindu culture.

Date of Diwali 2024

Diwali is a five-day festival. Diwali will be observed on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Each day of these five days has its special meaning and tradition. The first day of this Diwali festival begins with the celebration of Dhanteras and ends with the last day, Vaiduj.

Day	Date (2024)	Name of the Day
Day 1	Tuesday, October 29	Dhanteras
Day 2	Wednesday, October 30	Choti Diwali (Naraka Chaturdashi)
Day 3	Thursday, October 31	Diwali (Main Day)
Day 4	Saturday, November 2	Govardhan Puja
Day 5	Sunday, November 3	Bhai Dooj

Important times of Diwali 2024:

The most significant ritual of the Diwali festival is the Lakshmi Puja, which is performed in the evening when the stars are visible in the sky.

Lakshmi Puja Timings	05:36 PM to 06:16 PM, on 31st October 2024
Amavasya Tithi begins	03:52 PM on October 31, 2024
Amavasya Tithi ends	06:16 PM on November 1, 2024

Siblings are a family bond. It is a heartwarming day that strengthens the bond between siblings.

Significance of Diwali

Diwali has deep spiritual and cultural significance. It is a festival that brings light, positivity, and goodness to our lives. Diwali represents the spiritual light that protects us from spiritual darkness. Diwali is a time to reconnect with family and friends, exchange gifts, and share joy. On this day everyone prays for prosperity and success in both personal and professional life.

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Nicole Kidman’s Pause During Filming Intimate Scenes: A Peek Behind the Curtain of ‘Babygirl’

Shubhadip Ghosh — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:13:29 +0000

“Nicole Kidman” who is a famous Australian-American actress and film producer, is currently being talked about a lot. If you know her then this article is right for you, here we will discuss all the important things about her.

It is reported that she is currently so busy shooting her latest erotic drama “Babygirl” that production has been delayed. The sexually suggestive movie stars Kidman as a successful businesswoman who threatens her career and family over an intense relationship with her younger intern. The star of Big Little Lies, she took the role in the movie to make herself more famous, but during the movie she faced some moments she was not prepared for.

About Nicole Kidman's Babygirl

The movie “Babygirl” is a 2024 American erotic thriller film written, directed and co-produced by Halina Rein. The film stars Nicole Kidman, Harris Dickinson, Sophie Wilde and Antonio Banderas. The film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival on August 30, 2024, where Kidman won the “Volpi Cup” for Best Actress. It made its US debut on September 10 at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival.

Nicole Kidman talks candidly about the grueling reality of filming sex scenes for her erotic thriller “Babygirl.” Kidman revealed that she was “turned on” by the film but found the sex scenes too demanding. In “Babygirl,” directed by Halina Razon, Kidman plays a powerful CEO who becomes involved in a forbidden relationship with her much younger intern, Harris Dickinson. Kidman said she was “so present all the time” during the sex scenes in the film that it was “almost burnout” for her.

Nicole Kidman at the Venice Film Festival

Oscar-winning actress “Nicole Kidman” recently won the Best Actress award at the Venice Film Festival for her role in “Babygirl” directed by Halina Reason. And very soon, his new series ‘The Perfect Couple’ became the number 1 show on the Netflix platform. Kidman didn’t stop there. She is also set to star in the second season of ‘Lionesse’, a Paramount+ series produced by Taylor Sheridan.

Nicole Kidman Biography

Full Name	Nicole kidman
Profession	Actor
Date of Birth	20June1967
Birth Place	Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Height	5 feet 9 inches (1.8 m)
Weight	55kgs(Approx)
Education	North Sydney Girls High School, University of Melbourne, Faculty of Fine Arts and Music, ATYP, Phillip Street Theater
Marital Status	Married
Spouse	Keith Urban (2006-present), Tom Cruise (m. 1990–2001)
Children	Isabella Jane Cruise, Sunday Rose Kidman Urban and Connor Cruise.
Parents	Janelle Ann Kidman, Antony Kidman
Social Media	Instagram
Website	nicolekidmanofficial.com

About Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman is an American-born Australian actress born on June 20, 1967 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Kidman is known for her versatility and range as well as her glamorous looks and great demeanor. She is currently in a heated discussion. The main reason he is in the discussion is that the films she has worked in are seen by most people and almost everyone likes these films.

Nicole Kidman's Age

If we talk about the age of “Nicole Kidman”, she will be around 57 years old in 2024, but he doesn’t look like it.

Birth-place of Nicole Kidman

Famous Australian actress “Nicole Kidman” was born on June 20, 1967 in Honolulu, America.

Nicole Kidman Husband

Currently Nicole Kidman’s husband is “Keith Urban” who is an Australian singer.

Nicole Kidman Net Worth

Australian actress “Nicole Kidman” has a net worth of around $50 million.

Nicole Kidman movies/TV shows

“Bombshell” (2019) ; “How to Talk to Girls at Parties” (2017) ; “The Goldfinch” (2019) ; ” Lion” (2016) ; “Genius” (2016) ; “Big Little Lies” (2017-2019) ; “Aquaman” (2018) ; “Boy Erased” (2018) ; “Destroyer” (2018) ; “Queen of the Desert” (2015) ; “The Upside” (2017) ; “The Beguiled” (2017) ; “Trespass” (2011) ; “Top of the Lake” (2017) ; “The Killing of a Sacred Deer” (2017) ; “The Guardian Brothers” (2016) ; “Secret in Their Eyes” (2015) ; “The Family Fang” (2015) ; ” Strangerland” (2015) ; “Paddington” (2014) ; “The Railway Man” (2013) ; “Stoker” (2013) ; “Just Go with It” (2011) ; “Before I Go To Sleep” (2014) ; “The Paperboy” (2012) ; “Grace of Monaco” (2014)

Nicole Kidman Awards and Honors

Academy Award (2003): Actress in a Leading Role | Emmy Award (2017): Outstanding Limited Series • Golden Globe Award (2022) | Emmy Award (2017) | Academy Award (2003) | Emmy Award (2017): Outstanding Limited Series | Emmy Award (2017): Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series in a series or movie | Golden Globe Award (2018): Best Television Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television | Golden Globe Award (2018): Best Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television | Golden Globe Award (2003) ): A motion Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama | Golden Globe Award (2002): Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy | Golden Globe Award (1996): Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

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Cyclone Dana Sparks Panic: Flights and Trains Canceled Across Odisha and Kolkata, Creating Chaos in Affected Districts

Shubhadip Ghosh — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:41:22 +0000

Before Kali puja, there is a danger of disaster in Kolkata due to the impact of Cyclone ‘Dana’. All over Kolkata is being monitored through CC cameras. The leave of municipal workers is canceled. Ward-based teams have been formed all over Kolkata. The NDRF team has also been kept ready for emergencies. More than 250 drainage machines have been kept ready by the Kolkata Municipality to prevent water accumulation on the roads. The water level of the Ganges may rise to over 13 feet from this afternoon. Lockgates along the Ganges have been closed since 4 pm. The water level of Ganga is likely to rise to 14 feet tomorrow morning.

Heavy rains are likely due to cyclone Dana

The effects of Cyclone “Dana” have been seen in Kolkata since this morning. Rains have started in coastal districts of West Bengal including Kolkata. The Meteorological Department has said that the amount of rain may increase from midnight today. Very heavy rain is likely in East Midnipur, West Midnipur, South Twenty-four Parganas and Jhargram districts. Wind speed will also be high in these districts around 100 km per hour. Heavy to very heavy rain warnings have been issued in Howrah, Hooghly, North 24 Parganas, Bankura along Kolkata. It is being informed that the disaster will be more from Thursday afternoon till Friday morning.

A good change of weather has been observed in the coastal districts since Tuesday. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in some places from Wednesday to Friday. And with it, there will be a gusty wind. Heavy to very heavy rain has been issued in East and West Midnapur and South 24 Parganas by Friday. Chances of light to moderate rain have been reported in the remaining districts of South Bengal and in North Bengal as well.

Air traffic at Kolkata and Bhubaneswar airports has been suspended due to Cyclone Dana

It was announced on Wednesday that the Kolkata airport will be closed due to cyclone ‘Dana’. It has been announced that no flight will operate at Kolkata airport from 6 pm today Thursday to 9 am tomorrow Friday. Not only the Kolkata airport but also the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar has been closed for 16 hours from Thursday evening.

According to the airport authorities, keeping in mind the disaster, services will be stopped at Bhubaneswar airport from 6 pm on Thursday to 9 am on Friday. So that the passengers do not face any problems, the airport authorities have already announced the cancellation of the flight. An average of 400 flights depart from Kolkata Netaji International Airport every day. About 100 flights depart from Bhubaneswar every day. A large number of flights are canceled due to cyclone ‘Dana’, which naturally harasses the passengers. However, the airport authorities announced the cancellation of the flight a day in advance, considering the issue of passenger harassment.

Due to the impact of Cyclone Dana', Howrah and Sealdah railway authorities have canceled train services.

Not only the plane, but the railway has informed us that about 550 local and express trains are being canceled due to the cyclone. Cyclone Dana is also affecting rail services in West Bengal and Odisha. More than 552 express and passenger trains have already been canceled. Out of this South Eastern Railway has canceled 150 trains. East Coast Rail has canceled 198 and Eastern Rail over 200. About 14 of the South-East-Central Railways have also been canceled.

The trains canceled by Eastcoast Rail include Howrah-Secunderabad, Shalimar-Puri, New Delhi-Bhubaneswar, Kamakhya-Bengaluru, Kharagpur-Villupuram, Shalimar-Hyderabad, Howrah-Bhubaneswar, Howrah-Puri and many more. The express trains canceled by Eastern Rail include Patna-Ernakulam Express, Kolkata-Puri, Puri-Kolkata, Bengaluru-Guwahati, Dibrugarh-Kanyakumari and many more.

Many local trains have also been canceled from the busiest Howrah and Sealdah railway stations. A total of 190 trains have been canceled on the Sealdah South and Hasanabad branches. From Thursday night to Friday morning, the train movement of Sealdah South and Hasnabad branches will be stopped for 14 hours, it has been informed by the railway authorities. Several local trains from Howrah station were also canceled on Friday. It includes – Burdwan, Sheoraphuli, Bandel, and Srirampur localities as well. On the other hand, several trains from Bandel to Katwa are reported to have been canceled.

Cyclone ‘Dana’ has moved further towards the West Bengal and Odisha coasts in a terrifying form on Thursday. It is expected to hit Odisha between Thursday midnight and Friday morning. At that time the speed of the storm will be 110-110 km per hour and the maximum speed may reach around 120 km per hour.

All the districts of Gangetic West Bengal are likely to receive light to moderate rains today and tomorrow. Warning for heavy to very heavy rain has been issued in two 24 Parganas, two Medinipur, Kolkata, Howrah, and Hooghly. This storm can blow at a maximum speed of 120 km/ph in East Medinipur from this evening. In East Medinipur, sea waves can reach a height of about 14 feet. According to the Meteorological Department, the situation may return to normal after tomorrow afternoon.

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Kashmir terrorist attack: First footage of militants with M4 and AK-47

Shubhadip Ghosh — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 06:23:10 +0000

A doctor and six laborers were killed in the terrorist attack that took place near the Gagangir area of Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, October 20. They were working for the infrastructure company APCO Infratech. All of them were constructing the Z-Morah Tunnel, which connects Gaganir with Sonamarg in Ganderbal district.

Pictures of two terrorists involved in this horrific attack in Jammu and Kashmir have emerged so far. CCTV footage shows the terrorists carrying a US-made M4 carbine assault rifle and an AK-47. The terrorists spent about seven minutes in the workers’ camp before fleeing the scene. According to sources, they were very familiar with the area.

After the attack, senior police officers and officials from the National Investigation Agency and other security agencies visited the site. CCTV footage shows the terrorists armed with firearms (A-47 and M4 carbine rifles) entering the labor camp, where the workers were sheltered. The attack took place last Sunday night after the tunnel workers returned to the camp. There were no CCTV cameras installed when they first opened fire.

The investigation also revealed that they first threw a grenade at the camp and then started firing. According to a security guard among the injured who managed to escape, the workers initially thought that some people were bursting crackers outside. But within two to three minutes they realized it was a terrorist attack.

Two terrorists were caught on CCTV

The pictures of the two terrorists are still visible. They had bushy beards, were tall and thin in appearance, and wore black and gray wraparound shawls. A day after the attack, according to sources, the Pakistan-based branch of Lashkar-e-Taiba, The Resistance Front (TRF), claimed responsibility for the attack.

Firearms of terrorists

According to them, Srinagar-based TRF chief “Sheikh Sajjad Gul” was the mastermind behind the attack. It is this outfit that has been firing on local Kashmiris and non-Kashmiris. One of the attackers was carrying an M4 carbine assault rifle and another an AK-47. So far, 37-40 spent cartridges have been recovered from the spot.

According to sources, the TRF group had been running a plan on the Sonamarg site for the past month. Since last Sunday, authorities have taken into custody for questioning more than 40 suspects who helped them conduct an operation before the attack. Currently, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has cordoned off the area for crucial evidence. Indian Army, CRPF, and police personnel launched a massive comb-over in Sonamarg on Monday.

As of right now, three victims have been identified. Among them are doctors Shahnawaz, Shashi Bhushan Abrol, and Gurmeet Singh. The attack was the deadliest attack on migrant workers in the Kashmir Valley.

Earlier on October 18, terrorists killed Ashok Chauhan, a migrant laborer from Bihar, in Shopian district. Locals in that area saw Chauhan’s bullet-ridden body and informed the police. Last April, migrant laborer Raju Shah was killed in a terrorist attack in Anantnag district. For nearly two years, TRF groups have targeted Kashmiri Pandits, Sikhs and non-locals. We’re attempting to retrieve the attackers’ details from our database, the security agency stated.

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Kali Puja 2024: Essential Date, Time, Significance, and Rituals

Shubhadip Ghosh — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:34:33 +0000

Ma Kali, another incarnation of Goddess Durga, is considered the most powerful goddess in Hindu society. This year and a few days later, Kali Puja. This is also known as Kali Puja, Shyama Puja or Mahanushi Puja. In the eastern part of India, especially in all the states of South Bengal like Kolkata, Nadia, Murshidabad, also in Assam, Tripura, Jharkhand, and Odisha, this puja is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy.

Let us know about this year’s Kali Puja timings, days and significance, rituals of Kali Puja.

Kali Puja 2024 Time table

Festival Name	Kali Puja
Date	31 October 2024
Time	11:39 pm to 12:28 am
Amavasya Tithi	03:52 pm on 31 October 2024 to 05:08:07 am on 1 November 2024
Year	2024
Purpose of Kali puja	To eliminate negativity and add positivity and prosperity
The best time for Kali puja	Midnight

This year 2024 the exact timing of Kali Puja is on 31st Thursday, October Amavasya Tithi, which will be completed at midnight, and the next day Friday at 11:30 am Pratima Bisarjan.

Are Diwali and Kali Puja the same?

On Diwali, some people worship Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Ganesha to bring wealth and prosperity to their lives. Also on the same day, some people worship Kali to remove negative energy and bring positivity and happiness. It varies from place to place. People in the north and west of India celebrate this day as Diwali, while some people in the east worship Kali on the same day. So the purpose of Kali Puja and Diwali are almost the same.

Significance of Kali Puja:

According to mythology, Ma Kali is the fierce angry form of Goddess Durga. Ma Kali is known for her ferocious nature, skulls in her hands skull garlands around her neck, and black-skinned avatars. Goddess Kali was enraged at the moral violations and corrupt human society. she wanted to destroy all who stood in his way. Which was leading all these families to the path of destruction. When all the gods pleaded with Lord Shiva to stop this destruction, Lord Shiva lay down on her way to calm her down. As fierce Kali Mata stepped on Lord Shiva, she left her fierce form and her tongue came out to step on Swami.

This Amavasya Tithi is a significant day for devotees to worship Ma Kali. On this day all devotees keep fast and pray to Goddess Kali for blessings of happiness, wealth, peace, etc. Kali Puja is performed to welcome spiritual growth by removing negative energy, anger, fear, and ego.

Kali Puja is very important because Ma Bhadrakali destroys our negative thoughts and evil that are spread inside us and all over the world. Ma Kali is one of the oldest goddesses in Hinduism. Various Tantric traditions see Ma Kali as their primal goddess of energy, who helps people overcome limitations and illusions.

ma Kali is considered a sacred representation of heavenly protection in Bengal. Many see her as the merciful mother who destroys evil to nurture creation. Ma Kali destroys ego and illusion, freeing her devotees from material attachment and ignorance.

Contrary to her fearsome form, devotees believe that Ma Kali is a loving mother who protects her children from harm and bestows blessings for spiritual growth. Ma Kali takes all her devotees out of the night like the new moon into the light of enlightenment. In the 18th century, this festival gained popularity in the whole of Bengal through the king of Krishnanagar, Sri Krishnachandra.

Rituals of Kali Puja:

Kali Mata likes red jaba flowers. It is believed that to seek her blessings all devotees offer red jaba flowers and sweets along with red vermilion tikka to please her. Most of the Kali Puja ceremonies take place during Madha night. Before the puja begins, devotees clean their houses, take a holy bath, and decorate the place of worship with flowers, oil lamps, candles, and incense sticks. The main idol of Ma Kali is decorated with a red jaba flower, which is her favorite.

Prasad like sweets, coconut, batasa (sugar plum), fruits, etc. are offered to Mata Kali. In some places, animals are sacrificed. Some people who have desire or devotion perform animal sacrifices to seek the blessings of Mother. During puja, priests and devotees chant Kali mantras and hymns to invoke her divine energy.

Also, on that auspicious occasion, Tantra Vidya is performed at several places. Some devotees, especially in Assam, Bengal, and Odisha, perform tantric mantra rituals.

Some famous Kali temples of West Bengal

Dakshineswar kali temple

Tarapith temple

Kalighat temple

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Cyclone Dana Disrupts Travel: 178 Trains Canceled, Schools Closed

Shubhadip Ghosh — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:04:02 +0000

Cyclone Dana is nearing onset over Odisha and West Bengal, likely to make landfall at Puri in Odisha and Sagar Island in West Bengal between Thursday night and Friday. Both these states have begun evacuating people from areas likely to be affected by the cyclone.

Cyclone "Dana" :

According to the Meteorological Department, the deep depression over the east-central Bay of Bengal intensified into a cyclonic wing around 5.30 am on Wednesday, centered about 560 km from Odisha’s Paradip and 630 km from Sagar Island. It is expected to develop into a severe cyclonic storm, which may hit the Odisha-West Bengal coastline as early as October 25.

This depression will develop into a severe cyclone by next Thursday morning. and is likely to pass over the Puri and Sagar islands between Thursday night and Friday morning. Wind speed is likely to be around 100-120 km per hour during this time. IMD Director General “Mrityunjay Mohapatra” said that Odisha is likely to be the worst affected by the impact of this cyclone. On behalf of Odisha, the West Bengal government, the Coast Guard, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and other rescue teams are on high alert.

Train services disrupted due to Cyclone "Dana":

As Cyclone Dana draws near, East Coast Railway (ECOR) has canceled 178 trains in total, including 85 UP trains and 93 down trains. This cyclone is expected to hit Odisha on October 24 night or early October 25. Because of this, ECoR has informed in a notification that some train services will remain suspended for three days from October 23 to October 25.

In preparation for the cyclone, ECoR has set up a 24/7 disaster management cell at its headquarters at Rail Sadan and divisional offices at Khurda Road, Visakhapatnam, and Sambalpur. These teams are responsible for ensuring the speedy restoration of train services and rail infrastructure in case of cyclone-related disruptions.

The school was closed due to the impact of the cyclone

In West Bengal and Odisha’s coastal regions, all schools have been closed. The West Bengal School Education Department has issued a notice to suspend all academic activities in seven districts including South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Bankura, Hooghly, Jhargram, Kolkata, and Howrah from October 23 to October 26.

Cyclone Dana Update: The evacuation process is now underway

The impact of Cyclone “Dana” is feared to be severe, prompting evacuations from coastal districts. Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said more than 5,000 relief centers are being set up. Preparations are being made to evacuate nearly 1 million residents from at-risk areas.

According to Mr. Suresh Pujari, over 5,000 relief centers have been established so far, equipped with all the amenities needed to offer food, drink, milk for kids, and medication for the ill.

Districts affected by Cyclone "Danar" :

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), several districts of West Bengal and Odisha are likely to face severe damage. Fourteen districts of Odisha are expected to be worst affected by cyclone Dana, including Angul, Puri, Nayagarh, Khordha, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Jajpur, Bhadrak, Balasore, Keonjhar, Dhenkanal, Ganjam and Mayurbhanj.

Similarly in West Bengal, the most vulnerable areas include South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, and East Midnapore. The cyclone is also likely to affect coastal areas including West Midnapore, Bankura, Jhargram, and Hooghly.

NDRF, and SDRF teams deployed for Cyclone "Dana".

20 NDRF teams are on standby in Odisha and 14 teams in West Bengal, as Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall at Puri in Odisha and Sagar Dwip in Bengal on Thursday evening. High-risk locations have already seen the deployment of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams. Control rooms have been set up in states and districts to conduct these rescue and relief operations properly.

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West Bengal Weather: What Impact Will Cyclone ‘Dana’ Have? The Meteorological Department warns of potential damage in several districts.

Shubhadip Ghosh — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 05:28:04 +0000

As per West Bengal Weather report Cyclone “Dana” is spreading panic before Kalipuja. So the Meteorological Department is keeping a close eye on this matter. They said there is a risk of low pressure forming over the Bay of Bengal today, which may develop into a deep depression cyclone by Wednesday. Qatar named this cyclone “Dana“.

The Meteorological Department said there are yellow, red, and orange warnings between October 23 and 25. Seas will be rough today and tomorrow, with strong winds likely. Therefore, fishermen are prohibited from fishing in the sea for these two days. Due to the impact of this storm, a heavy rain warning has been issued in the districts of South Bengal including Kolkata for the next two days and very heavy rain is possible in several districts.

As per the West Bengal Weather report Cyclone "Dana" issued a red warning:

Due to the low pressure in the Bay of Bengal, the sky of Bengal is getting dark again next week. The weather is likely to change from Tuesday afternoon. This low pressure is expected to become a Cyclone storm by next Wednesday. Almost all districts of South Bengal, including Kolkata, are likely to receive heavy rain on Wednesday-Thursday. A warning of heavy to very heavy rain has been issued in South Bengal till Friday and rain is also forecast in North Bengal.

Gusty winds are blowing in coastal areas. Therefore, fishermen are prohibited from going to the sea from Wednesday. A special alert has also been issued on the Sundarban coast. Sundarbans District Police has launched a mic campaign to alert all fishermen in Fraserganj, Namkhana.

The speed of cyclone "Dana":

According to the Meteorological Department, this cyclone “Dana” is likely to pass between Puri and Sagardwip along the coast of North Odisha and West Bengal during the night of October 24 and the morning of October 25. At this time, the speed of the storm may be around 100-110 km per hour. The maximum speed can go up to 120 km per hour.

What is the impact of the cyclone in Bengal?

Moderate to heavy rains with thundershowers are likely to occur in South Bengal districts on Wednesday under the influence of a cyclone, as per the West Bengal Weather report. There is also a possibility of very heavy rain in some areas of two Medinipur, and two 24 Parganas districts. Therefore, a red alert has been issued in several areas of two Medinipur, South 24 Parganas till next Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rain warnings have been issued in parts of Kolkata including Howrah, Hooghly, North 24 Parganas, and Jhargram.

Which Districts of West Bengal may be affected by cyclone?

According to the West Bengal Weather report, two 24 Parganas, two Medinipur, Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Jhargram, and Bankura may be affected.

They warned that there could be major damage to sheds or huts. There is a possibility that the house rice will fly away. Water can accumulate in low-lying areas. Power service may be interrupted. Flooding situations may occur in areas along the Kansavati River, and Damodar River.

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RG Kar News: 17 Days of Hunger Strike Ends for Junior Doctors in West Bengal

Shubhadip Ghosh — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 21:27:52 +0000

Several junior doctors protesting the RG Kar case met West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee yesterday evening to discuss their demands.

West Bengal RG Kar protest:

Junior doctors finally called off the hunger strike after 17 days. Junior doctors also called off the strike which was called in all hospitals in the state today. Yesterday evening, the protesting junior doctors met state Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee with their demands.

Earlier, Mamata Banerjee requested the agitating junior doctors to call off their indefinite hunger strike and come to talks. Doctors entered the 17th day of their hunger strike on Monday demanding justice in the RG Kar case. On Saturday, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Shri Mamata Banerjee, spoke to the doctors. He sought 3-4 months to settle the demand arising out of the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital there.

Taking this discussion proposal forward, Chief Secretary Manoj Pant invited the protesting doctors for around 45 minutes of talks with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from 5 pm on Monday at the State Secretariat Nabanna on the condition of withdrawing the hunger strike on Saturday evening. In response to this, the agitating doctors said that the hunger strike would not be ended until all their demands were met, but they agreed to hold a meeting yesterday, Monday.

CM again wants 3-4 months to fulfill the demand of RG Kar's case:

This comes nearly two months after the protesting doctors yesterday set a deadline of October 21 for the state government to meet their demands. The junior doctors have threatened to go on another statewide strike if their demands are not met.

Last Saturday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called upon the protesting junior doctors to call off their hunger strike over the RG Kar case and join their work. Everyone has the right to protest, but healthcare services should not be affected as a result of the protest. I am requesting the Chief Minister of this state to call off the fast. Most of your demands have been fulfilled, give me another 3-4 months to fulfill the rest.

When will the RG Kar deadlock end?

The junior doctors started a strike on August 9 following the rape and murder of a colleague at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital, which started again on October 5 after a nearly 50-day strike in two phases.

The protesting doctors have been demanding a safe working environment to avoid a tragedy like that of their murdered colleagues. Out of the eight doctors on the hunger strike, six have been hospitalized so far since their health is getting worse. And the other 8 persons, intend to stay there indefinitely.

Junior doctors on hunger strike with Aniket Mahato in Kolkata – Snigdha Hazra, Tanaya Panja and Anustup Mukherjee from Calcutta Medical College, Arnab Mukherjee from SSKM Hospital, Pulastha Acharya from NRS Medical College and Hospital and KPC Medical College’s Sayantani Ghosh Hazra. One of the RG Kar protests, including one from Ramakrishna Mission Seva Pratishtan and one from Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital Alolika Ghoru, took the total number of doctors on indefinite hunger strike across the state to 10, including two from North Bengal Medical College.

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