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In a notable turn of events, Ratan Saha of Tripura, who is also the brother of Chief Minister Manik Saha and possesses a chain of cinemas, has taken the helm as the president of the Eastern India Motion Pictures Association.

Kolkata's mosques held Eid-uz-Zoha prayers in multiple shifts, ensuring devotees prayed within premises or parks, keeping roads clear for traffic. Community elders guided worshippers, and police facilitated smooth movement. The celebrations emphasized peace, harmony, and adherence to constitutional laws, reflecting a mature and responsible approach by the Muslim community.

Once Mamata Banerjee’s strongest urban constituency, Bengal’s bhadralok were driven up the wall by corruption, job scams, civic decay and the handling of the RG Kar rape and murder, write Dwaipayan Ghosh & Dipawali Mitra

Kolkata's trams are experiencing a resurgence in interest, shifting from nostalgia to a sustainable transport solution. Despite policy inconsistencies and years of route closures, advocates argue trams are economically viable and environmentally sound. Experts believe modernization and integration, not just repainting, are key to their revival, offering a low-cost, high-capacity alternative to congested roads.

Following a saffron surge in Bengal's assembly elections, the BJP secured leads in 102 of Kolkata Municipal Corporation's 144 wards, raising questions about Trinamool Congress's hold on the civic body. This shift, evident in recent polls, contrasts with TMC's previous dominance, prompting analysis of potential early KMC elections.

“Just because you have lost in the elections, don’t think that you have been punished. I will lodge a defamation case, and if needed, will go to the Supreme Court. I will fight till the end,” he wrote on Facebook stories, as quoted by Sportstar.

Trinamool Congress faced a significant setback in Kolkata, losing its stronghold and several key seats to the BJP. High-profile defeats included senior ministers and the deputy mayor, marking a stark contrast to previous elections. While some victories offered solace, the overall results signal a major shift in the city's political landscape.

Actor Rudranil Ghosh, now an MLA, candidly discusses his political journey, past struggles with industry "ban culture," and financial hardship. He emphasizes his commitment to public service in Shibpur while aiming to balance it with his passion for acting. Ghosh also touches upon the need for a healthy film ecosystem and equal opportunities for artists.

BJP saw significant gains in assembly constituencies with substantial voter list deletions (SIR). The party's seat tally rose considerably in areas with over 25,000 deletions, and even more dramatically in those with fewer deletions.