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In pics: Countdown to KIFF, Christmas decorations and more latest news from Kolkata

A quick look at the day it was for Kolkata

My Kolkata Web Desk Published 12.12.22, 07:42 PM
(Top) Last-minute preparations in progress for 28th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) scheduled from December 15 to 22. (Bottom) A woman collects her delegate card for the event
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(Top) Last-minute preparations in progress for 28th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) scheduled from December 15 to 22. (Bottom) A woman collects her delegate card for the event

Suvendu Das
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As the city readies for Christmas, Calcutta Girls’ High School and Thoburn Memorial Methodist Church in Kolkata have been decked up
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As the city readies for Christmas, Calcutta Girls’ High School and Thoburn Memorial Methodist Church in Kolkata have been decked up

KFC India and Hero Indian Super League (ISL) have collaborated for KFC Street Football, a platform which will give young football players and fans across India a scope to showcase their talent and passion for the sport. The event was unveiled in Kolkata at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake stadium) where rapper Cizzy (right) delivered an energetic performance. From December, football fans interested in taking part in the event will be able to post online videos of their football moves with the hashtag #KFCStreetFootball. ISL spectators will also get the chance to participate in on-ground challenges. Top performers will get to perform at half-time during the games. Star footballer Bhaichung Bhutia, said, “India has an unexplored reservoir of football talent, especially at the grassroots level. With the Hero Indian Super League and the introduction of KFC Street Football, we are looking at the first-ever platform in the country that allows young football enthusiasts to showcase their talent to a national audience. I am thrilled to announce this unique collaboration and look forward to an amazing gaming season this year.”
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KFC India and Hero Indian Super League (ISL) have collaborated for KFC Street Football, a platform which will give young football players and fans across India a scope to showcase their talent and passion for the sport. The event was unveiled in Kolkata at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake stadium) where rapper Cizzy (right) delivered an energetic performance. From December, football fans interested in taking part in the event will be able to post online videos of their football moves with the hashtag #KFCStreetFootball. ISL spectators will also get the chance to participate in on-ground challenges. Top performers will get to perform at half-time during the games. Star footballer Bhaichung Bhutia, said, “India has an unexplored reservoir of football talent, especially at the grassroots level. With the Hero Indian Super League and the introduction of KFC Street Football, we are looking at the first-ever platform in the country that allows young football enthusiasts to showcase their talent to a national audience. I am thrilled to announce this unique collaboration and look forward to an amazing gaming season this year.”

Aroop Biswas, minister-in-charge, Department of Power, Government of West Bengal hands over the Lifetime Achievement Award to cricketer Jhulan Goswami at the 67th foundation day celebrations of Calcutta Sports Journalist Club on Monday
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Aroop Biswas, minister-in-charge, Department of Power, Government of West Bengal hands over the Lifetime Achievement Award to cricketer Jhulan Goswami at the 67th foundation day celebrations of Calcutta Sports Journalist Club on Monday

Ashim Paul
Kolkata Municipal Corporation organised a door-to-door distribution of separate dustbins for biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste to encourage the segregation of waste before disposal
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Kolkata Municipal Corporation organised a door-to-door distribution of separate dustbins for biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste to encourage the segregation of waste before disposal

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