51st All India Invitational School Regatta to set Rabindra Sarobar ablaze on May 24
May 22, 2026, at 06:04 pm
The 51st edition of the All India Invitational School Regatta 2026 will be held at the Rabindra Sarobar from May 24 to 30, with a record 450 participants from 43 schools across the state and three schools from Tata Academy in neighbouring Jharkhand.
East Bengal end 22-year trophy drought, clinch maiden ISL title as fans erupt in joy
May 22, 2026, at 10:45 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Tears flowed, the Red and Gold scarves swirled in the air and decades of pain disappeared into one unforgettable night as East Bengal finally reclaimed their place at the summit of Indian football.
BCCI announces 15-member squad for one-off Test against Afghanistan, KL Rahul named new Vice-Captain
May 20, 2026, at 12:00 am
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming one-off Test match against Afghanistan, scheduled to begin on June 6 in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
May 17, 2026, at 12:51 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The IPL playoff race remains wide open after Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Gujarat Titans by 29 runs in a must-win clash at Eden Gardens on Saturday.
May 15, 2026, at 06:23 pm
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have picked player replacements for Khaleel Ahmed and Nuwan Thushara who have been ruled out of the remainder of the season due to injuries.
Mohun Bagan stalwart Tutu Bose dies at 80 after cardiac arrest
May 13, 2026, at 12:50 am
Swapan Sadhan Bose, widely known as Tutu Bose and regarded as one of the most influential figures in Kolkata’s sporting circles, passed away at the age of 80 on Tuesday night after suffering a cardiac arrest.
May 12, 2026, at 04:26 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata oarsmen and rowing members of city-based Lake Club Pratik Gupta and Akshay Chavan added more feathers to their caps when they made a 1-2 podium finish in 2000 metre singles scull at the All India Inter University Rowing Championship which concluded at Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh, on Sunday.
RCB batter Tim David fined after obscene gesture during IPL match with MI
May 11, 2026, at 11:24 pm
Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Tim David has been fined by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after making an “obscene, offensive or insulting” gesture during his team’s IPL clash against the Mumbai Indians.
Calcutta Sports Journalists Club forms new executive committee for 2026-2028
May 11, 2026, at 05:04 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The Calcutta Sports Journalists Club held its annual general meeting at the club tent on May 10, 2026.
Suryakumar Yadav, wife Devisha welcome baby girl; cricketer shares heartwarming post
May 07, 2026, at 11:23 pm
Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav and wife Devisha Shetty welcomed a baby girl on Thursday.
Champions Formidables win team event at All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship
May 06, 2026, at 12:21 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: India's leading bridge team FORMIDABLES represented by Sumit Mukherjee, Kaustabh Nandi, Rajeshwar Tiwari, Kaustabh Milind Bendre, Sayantan Kushari and Sagnik Roy stamped their authority on this mind game as they bagged the title for the team event in the All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship for the fourth time in a row.
Formidables do it again! 4th straight title sealed in thrilling final showdown
May 04, 2026, at 06:39 pm
India’s leading bridge team, Formidables, clinched the team title at the All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship for the fourth consecutive time, edging past a spirited Team Monica Jajoo in a closely fought final at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in New Town on Sunday.
High-stakes bridge battle: Big wins, narrow escapes in Kolkata Championship!
May 02, 2026, at 06:26 pm
Champions Formidables, along with Team Monica Jajoo, showcased dominant all-round performances to storm into the semi-finals of the team event in the 9th All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship, held at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in Kolkata on Saturday.
Favourites enter quarter finals of Team Event in 9th All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship
May 02, 2026, at 02:35 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Holders FORMIDABLES and overnight leader GUNS`n`ROSE along with other favourites including MAVERICKS, MONICA JAJOO, BANGUR CEMENT, DEEPADHAAR, PRIME and SLAMMERS displayed fine acumen to enter the quarter finals of the team event of the 9th All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship on the second day of the meet at Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in New Town here Friday.
‘Even Maa Durga cannot predict’: Sourav Ganguly on Bengal poll outcome
May 02, 2026, at 01:18 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly refrained from predicting the outcome of the West Bengal Assembly elections, saying the contest is too complex even for seasoned politicians to call.
9th All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship begins in Kolkata
May 01, 2026, at 12:58 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The nineth All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship, organised by Corporate Bridge Association of India, got off to a fine start at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in New Town here on Thursday.
Canada commits $145M to boost security for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Toronto, Vancouver
Apr 30, 2026, at 02:57 am
Ottawa: Canada announced $145 million in federal funding to strengthen security operations for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Toronto and Vancouver
Kolkata to host 9th Shree Cement Bridge Championship from April 30
Apr 28, 2026, at 11:15 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Over 400 participants, both men and women from across India, have confirmed their participation in the 9th edition of the All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship to be held from April 30 at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in Newtown, Kolkata.
'A very natural evolution': Maria Sharapova on venturing into podcasting with 'Pretty Tough'
Apr 25, 2026, at 02:30 pm
Former tennis star Maria Sharapova has stepped into the world of podcasting, launching her new show Pretty Tough as part of what she describes as the next phase of her professional journey.
Apr 22, 2026, at 05:51 pm
Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Nawaz is under investigation after reportedly testing positive for a recreational drug, according to media reports.
Apr 18, 2026, at 12:20 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Social media buzzed after Indian cricket star Virat Kohli briefly liked a photo posted by German influencer LizLaz on Instagram, triggering widespread discussion among fans.
Phone row hits IPL: BCCI probes Rajasthan Royals official over dugout breach
Apr 13, 2026, at 10:31 pm
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has initiated an investigation into a potential anti-corruption protocol breach involving Rajasthan Royals team manager Romi Bhinder.
Brett Lee mourns Asha Bhosle, recalls collaboration: 'Her kindness and humility stayed with me'
Apr 13, 2026, at 04:05 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Former Australian cricketer Brett Lee has recounted his experience of working with legendary singer Asha Bhosle as he mourned her demise.
Apr 13, 2026, at 12:56 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: A dramatic late free-kick from Jason Cummings capped a pulsating contest as Mohun Bagan Super Giant returned to winning ways with a 3-2 victory against Punjab FC in Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
A deeply sad day for India: Sachin Tendulkar mourns Asha Bhosle's demise
Apr 12, 2026, at 09:21 pm
Former Indian captain Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday called Asha Bhosle a 'family' and described her demise as a 'deeply sad day' for music lovers across the world.
Big boost for India! Commonwealth delegation ‘impressed’ with Ahmedabad’s 2030 plans
Apr 10, 2026, at 03:07 pm
A high-level Commonwealth Sport (CS) delegation, led by its president Dr Donald Rukare, along with CEO Katie Sadleir and Director of Games & Assurance Darren Hall, has reviewed the preparations in Ahmedabad city in Gujarat for hosting the upcoming 2030 Commonwealth Games.
80 runs in four matches! Finn Allen struggles to match T20 World Cup heroics in IPL 2026
Apr 09, 2026, at 09:29 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Four matches into IPL 2026, New Zealand batter Finn Allen is still searching for an innings anywhere near his explosive century in the recently concluded T20 World Cup.
LSG opt to bowl vs KKR; clear skies raise hope for full game at Eden Gardens
Apr 09, 2026, at 07:27 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and elected to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens on Thursday.
Eden Gardens washout: KKR bag first point as PBKS climb to top of IPL 2026 standings
Apr 07, 2026, at 01:38 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opened their account in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 after their home clash against Punjab Kings (PBKS) was washed out due to heavy rain at the Eden Gardens on Monday.
KKR opt to bat first against PBKS; Varun and Narine miss out
Apr 06, 2026, at 07:43 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: In search of their maiden win in IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and elected to bat first against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Eden Gardens on Monday.