The Coronavirus lockdown has resulted in a shrinking of the economy, which has impacted Durga Pujas as well. While artisans and organisers face the heat, some are coming up with unique ways to handle the new normal Swapan Pal is sitting in front of his workshop in Kumartuli sipping a cup of tea as he […]

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The Covid-19 lockdown has seen restrictions on public life and transport. Hence, people are preferring cycles as mode of transport or a way to keep fit The telephone in Tarun Gupta’s bicycle shop in South Delhi has been ringing non-stop all day. As he deals with customers, a line forms outside. “Business is booming, but […]

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As football continues to be played in front of empty stands in the stadium, broadcasters are using virtual fan chants to make the action look more real When Manchester City’s Raheem Sterling scored the first goal of the restarted Premier League season on Wednesday night, the cheer heard by viewers watching on TV came from […]

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As MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket on August 15, Patriot lists some of the legend’s best innings on the ground “I would go to war with MS Dhoni by my side”- Gary Kirsten This quote epitomises the man and his significance to Indian cricket. The game has seen brilliant batsmen, exceptional leaders […]

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The football transfer season is now underway, and clubs will be looking to bolster their squads. Patriot looks at some of the top transfers that can happen this season With the seasons in European football’s top leagues coming to an end after long, it is now time for clubs across the continent to splash their […]

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With the Champions League and Europa League set to resume post lifting of Covid lockdowns, here’s a look at how things might stand in Europe’s top competitions The Champions League will take centrestage throughout August with Europe’s elite set to face off in an exciting mini-tournament. Four months after the competition was put on hold, […]

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Stage performers across West Bengal are facing a severe shortage of funds as shows have come to a halt during the lockdown, with some even looking for alternative jobs As one crosses Hatibagan’s Hari Ghosh Street in North Kolkata, one can see a huge tarpaulin laid right on the side of the road. The tarpaulin […]

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The IPL is set to move to the UAE amid the growing Coronavirus pandemic in India. From franchises to commentators, everyone is gearing up for a new experience. Is this move worth it? Ever since the Coronavirus pandemic brought sports to a halt in March, the Indian Premier League has been the focal point of […]

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