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India Today
6 hours ago
- India Today
Kolkata cops rescue kidnapped businessman within 4 hours of complaint, arrest 5
A Kolkata-based businessman was rescued within four hours of a police complaint being filed, after he was allegedly kidnapped and held hostage in a flat for Kanti Majumder was kidnapped near the Netaji Bhawan Metro Station on Wednesday and confined in a flat in the Jadavpur area, police said. Although the incident occurred two days earlier, his wife initially tried to negotiate directly with the kidnappers and refrained from alerting the finally approached the police on May 28, alleging that her husband had been kidnapped and a ransom of Rs 5 lakh had been demanded. Acting swiftly, a team from Bhawanipur police station, led by Inspector Bodhisattwa Pramanik and supported by the cyber cell and plainclothes officers, launched a probe. Within hours, officers traced a digital payment of Rs 10,000 made via UPI to a mobile number linked to one of the suspects. The payment provided a crucial lead that helped cyber experts track the location to Jadavpur.A team monitoring the Sukanta Bridge area moved in based on source information. One suspect was arrested within an hour. During interrogation, he revealed the whereabouts of the victim and identified his accomplices. The police raided the flat and rescued Majumder, arresting all five arrested have been identified as Sajal Bose-owner of the flat where the businessman was held-Sudip Mazumder, Suman Bose, Samir Kumar Deb, and Sandipan alias Chima Das. They had used Wi-Fi and WhatsApp calls to communicate with Majumder's wife, allegedly in an attempt to avoid location Police said the kidnapping stemmed from a financial dispute involving the accused. All five are currently in custody and are to be produced before the Alipore Court on Priyobroto Roy, DCP (South Division), lauded the prompt action, stating, "Kolkata Police's efficiency has once again been proven by the swift investigation and rescue within four hours."A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Watch
Time of India
8 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Kolkata team bats for sustainability at Eden Gardens
In a season where boundaries weren't the only things being smashed, the Kolkata-based T20 team has scored a major environmental win off the field. During their home matches at Eden Gardens this season, the team diverted 84.9% of stadium waste away from landfills — setting a benchmark for sustainability in sports. Stadiums, often associated with large crowds and even larger waste volumes, became unlikely sites for positive change this season. Through a carefully designed waste management programme across seven home matches, the team and its partners showed how sport can be a springboard for environmental consciousness and community action. Over 35,000 kg of waste managed Between the first five home games, over 35,113 kilograms of waste were kept out of landfills thanks to segregation, recycling, composting, and donation efforts. A total of 200 waste bins were installed across the stadium to encourage fans to separate waste at the source. Volunteers and a dedicated 'Green Team' assisted spectators and kept the stands litter-free. The programme also included training sessions for food stall vendors and catering staff to ensure proper sorting of materials like paper, plastic, aluminium foil, and food scraps. A waste sorting team managed over ten categories of waste, all of which were sent to local recycling or composting units. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo What happened to the waste? 27,194 kg recycled 4,885 kg composted 2,826 kg upcycled (including team flags) 207 kg of food redistributed The initiative was supported by strong anti-litter messaging, visual campaigns, and consistent on-ground engagement to promote responsible fan behaviour. "A platform for change" Speaking about the initiative, team co-owner Juhi Chawla said, 'Cricket has the power to unite and inspire, and we believe it's also a powerful platform to promote sustainability. It's not just about cheering for our team—it's about coming together to protect the planet we all share.' The team also acknowledged the contributions of volunteers, on-ground partners, waste workers, and fans in making the campaign a success. Earlier this season, under the team's broader 'Runs to Roots' campaign, they introduced eco-friendly jersey packaging made from biodegradable materials — a step that further reinforced their commitment to sustainability. By combining high-stakes cricket with low-impact living, Kolkata's home team is setting an example that other franchises — across sports — might just follow. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Business Standard
Function meets fantasy: How stylish is your furniture in today's homes?
The days of defining luxury with gilded, heavy furniture are gone. A quiet revolution is taking place in the most fashionable homes of India Namrata Sharma Listen to This Article High-networth connoisseurs are today embracing a subdued, legendary form of opulence that values distinctiveness, craftsmanship, and heritage. Fine furniture is now about soul, not just status, whether it's a bar cabinet with elaborate French marquetry or a delicately curved Italian leather sofa. The renaissance of craft Greater desire for artistic expression has traditional woodworking techniques gaining popularity. Hand-lathed wood, marquetry, inlay, and labour-intensive polishing techniques are seeing an upsurge, courtesy international ateliers and Indian brands such as AKFD and Kolkata-based Scarlet Splendour. It's about conserving history while making furniture. Scarlet Splendour collaborates with craftspeople to produce imaginative pieces (think sculpted
The Hindu
2 days ago
- The Hindu
Hyderabad bizman duped of ₹2.69 lakh in online scam
A 33-year-old businessman from Hyderabad was duped of ₹2.7 lakh by fraudsters posing as dealers of 'return stocks' or goods which have been returned by customers on leading e-commerce platforms. The scam began on April 9, 2025, when the victim received a call from a Kolkata-based number. According to the Cyber Crime Wing of the Hyderabad police, the caller introduced himself as a seller dealing in 'return stocks' from Flipkart and Amazon, claiming to offer items such as school bags, fans, crockery, and shoes at wholesale rates. Swayed by the seemingly genuine offer, the victim requested product photos and received images of school bags. The fraudster sent copies of his Aadhaar card, Voter ID, and PAN card. Upon online verification, the Aadhaar and Voter ID appeared authentic, further convincing the victim of the deal's legitimacy. He then requested a formal quotation and proceeded to place an order for 750 school bags, 25 mist fans, and 60 normal fans. The fraudster claimed to have dispatched the consignment via a transport company named Maa Vaishno Transport and promised delivery within five days. The victim made an initial payment of ₹18,000, but the delivery was delayed. When he followed up, the fraudster claimed the consignment was stuck in Warangal. When the victim asked for a refund, the fraudster promised delivery by April 28. However, the victim grew suspicious and attempted to verify the transport company. He discovered that the contact number provided was fake, and subsequent enquiries revealed that no such logistics firm existed in Bardhaman, West Bengal. Meanwhile, 25 days later, the fraudster sent a train ticket, claiming he was travelling to Hyderabad to deliver the goods personally. Despite the assurance, he later switched off his phone, though he remained active on WhatsApp. By the end of the ordeal, the victim had transferred a total of ₹2,69,530. Citizens are advised to verify business credentials such as GSTIN, trade licences, and company registration before entering any transaction. All suspicious activities or fraudulent calls should be reported immediately via the cyber crime helpline 1930 or online at
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
ITC shares decline over 3%; market valuation drops by ₹17,269 crore
Shares of ITC dropped over 3% after British multinational BAT Plc trimmed its ownership in the conglomerate by divesting a 2.5% stake for ₹12,927 crore ($1.51 billion) through a block deal. The stock declined 3.18% to settle at ₹420.10 on the BSE. During the day, it lost 4.33% to ₹415.10. At the NSE, it dropped 2.97% to ₹421. The company's market valuation declined by ₹17,269.48 crore to ₹5,25,718.17 crore. The stock emerged as the biggest laggard among the BSE Sensex firms. The BSE barometer declined 239.31 points or 0.29% to settle at 81,312.32. The NSE Nifty dropped 73.75 points or 0.30% to 24,752.45. British American Tobacco (BAT), through its arm Tobacco Manufacturers (India) Ltd, sold the stake in Kolkata-based ITC, according to a revised term sheet accessed by PTI. Before the latest transaction, BAT through its affiliates— Rothmans International Enterprises, Myddleton Investment Company and Tobacco Manufacturers (India) Ltd— owned a combined 25.44% stake in ITC Ltd. Following the completion of the block trade, BAT will remain a significant shareholder of ITC, with less than 23% stake in ITC. As per the latest block deal, up to 31.3 crore equity shares of ITC were sold at a final price of ₹413 per share.
