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Photo credit: X/@mohunbagansg Mohun Bagan beat arch-rivals East Bengal 1-0 to win the IFA Shield final at Kolkata’s iconic Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Thursday, with Bosnian midfielder Samir Zeljkovic scoring the decisive goal just before half-time.At the stroke of half-time, Abdul Sahal Samad sent a lofted ball into the box for Zeljkovic. The … Read more
Nana Patekar’s death has left the film industry mourning the loss of an actor known as much for his intense screen presence as for his unmistakable personality. The actor passed away on October 8 at the age of 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest. Photographer Atul Kasbekar remembered Nana in an emotional Instagram post, sharing … Read more
On October 10, the New Moon in Libra heralds the onset of Navratri, a vibrant nine-night festival of devotion among Hindus. This sacred time celebrates goddess Durga, whose narrative focuses on reestablishing harmony in the universe. As each night unfolds, families come together to illuminate their homes and set positive intentions, showcasing the festival’s rich … Read more
What are the key reforms that have been announced and what do they mean? Let’s take a look: The 57th GST Council meeting saw the announcement of sweeping reforms aimed at ease of doing business, especially for small businesses. The changes recommended by the Council will take effect from April 1, 2027.Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman … Read more
Sanju Samson (Image: IANS) Sanju Samson may be enduring a lean run, but former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara believes the wicketkeeper-batter deserves something more valuable than another chance, backing and security from the team management.With India leading the five-match T20I series 1-0 after an eight-wicket win over the West Indies in Lucknow, Samson’s form has … Read more
‘Shakti Shalini’ director Aditya Sarpotdar recalls Nana Patekar cooking mutton for the crew: ‘He used to say that I’m a better cook than an actor’ Nana Patekar’s last screen appearance will be in the horror comedy ‘Shakti Shalini’, and director Aditya Sarpotdar now remembers the actor with deep sadness. The veteran star, who died on … Read more
Many people face personal struggles they can’t easily articulate, wearing a brave facade while wrestling with emotional solitude due to unspoken fears. 1 Peter 5:7 delivers a powerful message, urging individuals to cast their concerns upon God while highlighting the importance of human connections. Sharing vulnerabilities invites much-needed support, illustrating that divine reassurance and community … Read more
Experts say H-1B visas are an indication of the larger crackdown to ensure Americans don’t lose out on jobs. Indians, particularly IT sector professionals, hoping to work in the US, have a steep uphill climb. And, under the Donald Trump administration the fear is that the path may itself be lost! The repeated tightening of … Read more
East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Live Score, IFA Shield Final 2026: East Bengal FC will look to avenge last year’s IFA Shield final defeat when they take on arch-rivals Mohun Bagan in another high-voltage Kolkata derby at the Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata on Thursday. The final will be the fifth meeting between the two … Read more
‘My first memory of him is everybody standing scared and so terrified of him’, Sutapa Sikdar remembers Nana Patekar on the ‘Khamoshi: The Musical’ set Nana Patekar, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 75, was a feared presence on the sets of ‘Khamoshi: The Musical’ in 1996. Dialogue writer Sutapa Sikdar, then … Read more