Padma Bhushan awardee and ‘Freedom at Midnight’ author Dominique Lapierre passes away at 91
Famous French author Dominique Lapierre passed away at the age of 91, his wife confirmed. Lapierre was a Padma Bhushan awardee and had written books like Freedom at Midnight and City of Joy.
Dec 05, 2022, 14:43 PM IST
India vs Australia: David Warner having a field day in the City of Joy
Some time after Australia left the venue for their hotel, Warner posted another picture with teammate and all-rounder James Faulker at a plush city shopping mall sipping coffee.
Sep 20, 2017, 00:41 AM IST
Legends from different eras welcome FIFA U-17 World Cup to Kolkata
The 'City of Joy' on Friday accorded a unique welcome to the FIFA U-17 World Cup trophy with traditional rivals Mohun Bagan and East Bengal sharing the dais.
Sep 01, 2017, 22:53 PM IST
View from the Window
It is not that one is not aware of living a relatively privileged life in a vastly poor country. But that day the reality hit me in a much more real manner.
Jul 08, 2016, 12:03 PM IST
Memories galore as Pele concludes Kolkata trip
Football legend Pele thanked the City of Joy as he concluded his three-day trip here with plenty of memories.
Oct 14, 2015, 19:48 PM IST
