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Time of India
23-07-2025
- Time of India
Nurses suspect in jewellery theft case
Kolkata: A family in Hastings filed a police complaint against nurses from a prominent hospital, alleging gold jewellery and precious ornaments theft worth over Rs 5 lakh. The incident took place between July 7 and July 22, when the FIR was finally lodged at the Watgunge police station. One of the victims, Lopamudra Bandyopadhyay, residing at Hastings Court, reported that several valuable items went missing from her flat while at least four nurses, working in shifts of 12 hours each, were attending to her elderly mother, who was recovering from hip surgery. According to the complainant, her mother fell and suffered rib injuries, for which she was hospitalised from June 28. The nurses were hired after her mother's release from hospital on July 7, said the victim. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata According to the FIR, the stolen items include three gold bangles weighing 45 gram, a 20-gram gold chain, a yellow sapphire ring, a black stone ring set in 18-karat gold, a broken gold ring with a coral stone, two pairs of gold earrings, and two gold-plated bangles. "We noticed the jewellery missing on Monday night. These were valuable family heirlooms kept in my mother's room," said Bandyopadhyay. "We are examining CCTV footage from the building and interviewing all the nurses who worked at the residence during the specified period," said a senior officer. The home care services unit of the hospital, which sent the nurses, has been contacted by police. "We take such allegations seriously and are cooperating fully with law enforcement," said an official.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Any reason behind raids to identify Bangladeshis, asks Calcutta HC
KOLKATA: Calcutta High Court on Wednesday asked the Centre why there were countrywide raids suddenly in June to identify Bangladeshis staying illegally in the country. Cops could conduct coordinated raids but there had to be a reason, the HC said, asking: "What were the reasons? Is this pre-planned?" The HC is hearing multiple habeas corpus petitions on the illegal detention of Bengali-speaking migrants in Odisha and the case of six persons, including children, being pushed into Bangladesh, report Subrata Chattoraj & Srishti Lakhotia. "Let these issues be cleared. Else, it will send out a wrong message. There can be a wrong act. Allegations have been made that people are being illegally pushed into Bangladesh only for speaking Bengali," a division bench of Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty and Justice Reetobroto Kumar Mitra said. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata HC calls for affidavits from state, Delhi Police The HC also called for affidavits from the state and the Delhi Police over the deportation of a family of three from Birbhum to Bangladesh. State senior counsel Kalyan Bandyopadhyay submitted that anyone speaking in Bengali could not be deported. "Who will decide? The appropriate authority is not the police or the constable. You cannot detain and deport anyone for speaking Bengali. There is a procedure," Bandyopadhyay said, seeking to know how many such Bengali-speaking people had been detained so far in the police drive and how many of them had been "pushed" out of India. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Delhi Police senior counsel Dhiraj Trivedi submitted that no one was being deported for speaking Bengali and brought up a parallel with the Pahalgam carnage. "Around 165 people in Kashmir, including those who spoke in Bengali, were arrested after the incident but everyone was released," he said, prompting Bandyopadhyay to take exception to the Pahalgam reference. Trivedi then said he would say what he had to say in the affidavit. Union govt senior counsel Asoke Kumar Chakraborty wondered whether a habeas corpus writ could be filed in a court after a deportation order (the deported persons' kin had filed the writ six days ago). The bench called for affidavits after being informed that the habeas corpus writ had been filed here suppressing the fact that a similar plea had already been filed in the Delhi High Court by the family's kin. The petitioners' counsel, Raghunath Chakraborty, came under fire when he pleaded that the relatives had no knowledge of the case pending in the Delhi HC. "Do not try to play tricks. Was it not your duty to ascertain whether they had earlier moved any other court? Do you think our orders are just scraps of paper? What sort of conduct is this? The petitioner should have put in a line that a petition was pending in the Delhi HC," Justice Chakaborty said, adding: "You are creating tension by not stating facts. This is not expected from a senior lawyer."
India Today
12-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
Will India be hit with a 500% tariff? Here's what we know
India has not yet been able to finalise a trade deal with the United States, even as the deadline for a new wave of tariffs set by President Donald Trump draws to a government official quoted by Reuters, a delegation from India is expected to visit Washington soon in a fresh attempt to break the deadlock over duties on auto components, steel, and farm products. These items have emerged as key sticking points in what has become a long and complex trade remains one of the few countries still in talks with the US at a time when the Trump administration is preparing to enforce steep new tariffs on imports from several nations starting August this year, a team of Indian officials travelled to the US for trade talks, but the visit ended without a breakthrough. Disagreements remained on sensitive areas like market access for American agricultural products and tariff reductions on high-value industrial COUNTRIES RECEIVE TARIFF LETTERS, INDIA STILL WAITINGMeanwhile, at least 14 other countries have already received formal letters from the US, notifying them of upcoming tariffs ranging from 25% to 40%. India has not received such a letter yet, an indication that negotiations are still alive, but time is running to the pressure is a bill that could bring even more drastic consequences for Indian Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill introduced by Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal, aims to punish countries that continue to buy Russian oil and other energy products. The bill targets major importers like India and China and includes provisions for tariffs as high as 500%.While no such tariff has been imposed yet, the threat has created fresh concerns in New Delhi.'I'm looking. It's totally my option. They pass it totally at my option, and to terminate totally at my option. And I'm looking at it very strongly,' Trump told reporters during a Cabinet Bandyopadhyay, economist at Infomerics Valuation and Ratings, said the impact could be severe if such measures are put into effect.'The 500% tariff is an extreme step and its imposition will depend on the outcome of diplomatic discussions and trade talks. India's stance has been clear, our oil purchases are based on national energy security. These are long-term decisions made in the interest of the economy,' Bandyopadhyay added that India should strongly highlight these concerns during negotiations. 'The US itself continues to rely on Russian uranium for its nuclear plants. India must bring such facts to the table to argue for a more balanced approach.'EXPORT SECTORS AT RISK IF TALKS FAILBeyond the Russia-related concerns, Bandyopadhyay pointed out that failure to reach a broader trade agreement could put several key Indian sectors at risk. 'Exports of gems and jewellery, marine products, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and steel, all heavily dependent on the US market, could suffer significant losses,' he warned. 'If tariffs are reinstated or raised, Indian exporters could face losses of $7–10 billion.'Despite the challenges, there may still be a path forward. According to a Bloomberg report, the US is reportedly nearing an interim trade deal with India. If finalised, this deal could result in proposed tariffs being capped below 20%, a huge improvement compared to the sweeping hikes other countries are the deal goes through, India would become one of the few countries to receive trade concessions from the United States, even as Trump increases tariff pressure on many countries in Asia, the new tariffs already declared range between 20% for Vietnam and the Philippines and up to 40% for Laos and said that India has already made a generous offer in its talks with Washington.'India has proposed reducing the tariff gap with the US from 13% to below 4%. This includes zero tariffs on 60% of US imports and preferential access for 90% of American goods,' he return, India is seeking relief from proposed duties and better access for its labour-intensive exports such as textiles, shrimp, bananas, and grapes. But deep differences remain, especially in the agriculture and dairy sectors. The US has demanded lower tariffs on apples, nuts, and genetically modified crops, which India is hesitant to allow due to concerns from small farmers and political opposition at home.(Disclaimer: The views, opinions, recommendations, and suggestions expressed by expert in this article are their own and do not reflect the views of the India Today Group.)- EndsTune InMust Watch
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
30% pay hike for Tollywood technicians
Kolkata: After three years, producers of Bengali serials have agreed to give Tollywood technicians a substantial pay hike. The agreement between producers and the Federation of Cine Technicians & Workers of Eastern India (FCTWEI) has provided considerable relief to Tollywood's foot soldiers. However, several other key areas require attention in order to enhance the work culture in the industry, not just for serials but for films as well. Swarup Biswas, president of FCTWEI, told the media on Monday that at least seven producers of serials from Bengal are currently working in Mumbai. Efforts are ongoing to bring their shooting locations back to Bengal. Discussions are underway with channel heads to increase the number of slots for serials in the afternoon. Additionally, there are attempts to attract more Bollywood and international film shoots to Bengal. According to many Kolkata-based technicians working across various formats, increasing work within the Tollywood industry is vital for its sustainability. They also highlighted the importance of addressing other neglected issues. There is a strong sentiment that Tollywood must develop a culture of giving due credits. Screenplay writers and lyricists continue to be disappointed by the omission of their names. Editors of documentaries face resistance when raising the matter of co-writers' credit. "While editing documentaries, I have to go through hours and hours of footage and select every single shot to give it a structure. There is no script and quite often the director remains absent from the editing process. So practically I have to write a script at the editing table to create the desired emotional or intellectual impact. Barring a few, many directors are reluctant to give me the 'writer' credit," said editor Sankhajit Biswas. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata Kolkata-based author and screenwriter Samragnee Bandyopadhyay, recognised for writing shows such as 'Lojja', 'Noshtoneer', 'Uttoron', and the screenplay of 'Grihapravesh', told TOI that the issue of missing names and stolen credits needs urgent action for overall improvement. Divyi Nidhi Sharma, the writer of 'Sitare Zameen Par', recently wrote an appreciation post thanking the film's director and Aamir Khan for including and highlighting her name. Bandyopadhyay commented, "I agree with Divyi when he says: 'We are the first ones to imagine everything that plays on screen. We are the original dreamers. But even while dreaming we know a nightmare is on its way'. I hope a day will come when no screenwriters need to write appreciative posts for what is their due." In a separate incident, Bandyopadhyay wrote the lyrics for a serial's song and discovered her name had been omitted from the credits. "When I asked the composer, he casually said it was a case of forgetfulness. If we want an industry to improve, we need stakeholders to eliminate this amnesia. Pay hikes are important, but so is proper acknowledgement. Directors, channel officials and producers have to respect our work and insist on giving our names," she said. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
India Today
30-06-2025
- Health
- India Today
The common disorder hiding behind loud snores
The common disorder hiding behind loud snores Credit: Generative AI/India Today Snoring loudly every night is not just disturbing for a partner but an underlying disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea. Credit: Getty Images Sadly, over 104 million Indians have the same problem, more prevalent in men than in women. According to Dr. Sarmishtha Bandyopadhyay, a senior ear, nose and throat specialist at Neotia Mediplus OPD and Diagnostics Clinic, obstructive sleep apnea is considered one of the single most important causes of coronary artery disease in recent times. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition where a person stops breathing for short periods while sleeping because their airway gets blocked. What is obstructive sleep apnea? When you sleep, the muscles in your throat relax. But in some people, these relaxed muscles collapse too much or the tongue falls back, blocking the airflow. This makes the person stop breathing for a few seconds, sometimes many times, during the night. The brain notices the lack of oxygen and briefly wakes the person up to breathe again, often without them realising it. As a result, people with OSA snore loudly (a common sign), feel very tired during the day, may wake up gasping or choking at night, and may have headaches or trouble concentrating. OSA is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes, weight gain, and metabolic issues. It also causes cognitive decline and memory problems. "Obstructive sleep apnea puts your heart under stress because your oxygen levels keep dipping throughout the night. Over time, this leads to long-term cardiovascular strain," Dr. Bandyopadhyay told A sleep test (polysomnography) helps diagnose the condition, following which most doctors recommend using a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine. Treatment
