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Barasat Police launch website to assist visitors during Kali Puja

Kolkata, Oct. 19 -- Once a quiet township in North 24 Parganas, Barasat has, over decades, earned a place of distinction for its annual Kali Puja celebrations. What began as modest local devotions has... Read More


Regina Daniels's marriage, Eve Esin's Wedding, Iya Ile Okan's death, other ent stories last week

Nigeria, Oct. 19 -- Actress Eve Esin announced on her Instagram page that she tied the knot with her Ghanaian husband, Suleman. She posted her wedding photos with the hashtag #LoveFoundMe2025. The c... Read More


Outgoing Iran ambassador Iraj Elahi praises India's global rise

New Delhi, Oct. 19 -- Dr Iraj Elahi, former Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi, has concluded his diplomatic mission in India, describing Tehran and New Delhi as "natural partners... Read More


Raiganj: 500-yr-old Kali Puja draws thousands of devotees

Raiganj, Oct. 19 -- Around a 500-year-old Kali Puja of Bandar Karunamayee Adi Kalibari is one of the oldest and most revered in Raiganj, North Dinajpur district. The age-old temple, renowned for its t... Read More


Jaldapara jumbo, jeep safaris set to resume

Alipurduar, Oct. 19 -- Jaldapara National Park's popular elephant and jeep safaris, suspended after the October 5 floods, will fully resume from Monday. The Torsa and Sishmara rivers had submerged par... Read More


Sakeena Itoo holds mega Public Darbar at Sanyadi DK Marg Kulgam

Srinagar, Oct. 19 -- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today held a mega Public Darbar at Sanyadi DK Marg here, reaffirming the Omar Abdullah led Go... Read More


Assam LoP Saikia writes to Singapore PM, seeks coroner's inquiry into singer Zubeen Garg's death

Guwahati, Oct. 19 -- Leader of Opposition in Assam Assembly Debabrata Saikia wrote a letter to Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, urging a transparent and thorough investigation into the death of... Read More


Akhilesh Yadav's 'Diwali-Christmas' remark rakes up controversy ahead of Ayodhya Deepotsav: 'Why spend money on diyas'

New Delhi, Oct. 19 -- Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav drew criticism from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders for his comments over spending on diyas and candles during Diwali celebrations. In ... Read More


Giraffes return to Lahore zoo after eight yearsPublished on: October 19, 2025 5:12 PM

Pakistan, Oct. 19 -- A wave of excitement swept through Lahore as two majestic giraffes arrived from South Africa, marking their long-awaited return to the Lahore Zoo after eight years. The arrival, p... Read More


Party chief's official visit to Finland expected to strengthen traditional ties

Hanoi, Oct. 19 -- The upcoming official visit to Finland by Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse, from October 20 to 22, is expected to strengthen the Vietnam- Finland traditional friendship ... Read More