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Petrol cheaper by 82p in Kolkata

The state run oil companies on Wednesday reduced petrol price by 65 paise a  litre.In Kolkata the fuel will be cheaper by 82 paise and will cost Rs 70.02,taking into account incremental state taxes.
But the reduction also indicates that the price may swing back next fortnight as the recent downward trend in the fuel’s bulk market shows signs of a reversal and the rupee continues to remain weak against the dollar.
Petrol price was reduced  for the first time on November 16,by over Rs 2 per litre.Together,the two cuts are expected to lower the motoring bill of an average family driving a small car by about Rs 300 –Rs 350 per month,assuming a mileage of 18km to a litre and a daily run of 60km.

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Dalai Lama is city

Buddhist monk head Dalai Lama reached Kolkata on Thursday.He is scheduled to visit Mother Teressa House where he will deliver lecture on Mother Teressa.From there he will head towards Joka for his further programme.

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Tuesday Day weather	Sunny	28Max. Day	Northerly8	39%1016mbVery good
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Pick of the Day
Krosswindz
	Tuesday, February 22, 2011 9 p.m. Someplace Else The Park, 17 , Park Street Krosswindz, a classic rock / folk-fusion band, which focuses on world music with soulful songs, has performed across the world over the last 17 years. Krosswindz is the music of India with a blend of folk music traditions from around the world. The result - a collection of sounds that touches the heart and speaks the language of humankind.

Art	Top
World Art – with a focus on France  Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 10:30 a.m. to  7 p.m. Ahuja Museum for Arts 26 Lee Road, Ground Floor , (at Elgin Road, Lee Road Crossing) An exhibition of paintings by Artists from France, Argentina, Brazil, United Kingdom, Congo, Italy, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Singapore and USA. The participants are Gustavo Ortiz and María Ana Furman from Argentina; Romero Britto from Brazil and USA; Melain N'zindou from Congo; Huub Ragas and Jan-hein Arens from the Netherlands, Heather Sarin from New Zealand; Tay Bak Koi from Singapore; Paul Ygartua from United Kingdom; and Shu Leu from the USA and others.
Premonition Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 11 a.m. to  8 p.m. Experimenter 2/1 , Hindusthan Road Raqs Media Collective will be showcased here.
Modern Art Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 3 p.m. to  7 p.m. Shree Art Gallery Kusum Appartments, Flat - 61, 11 , Gurusaday RoadAn exhibition of paintings by Anil Yadav, Ashok Ganguly, Sarbani Ganguly, Ranjan Sarkar, Subrata Das and others.
Recent Works Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 7 p.m. Harrington Street Arts Centre, Harrington Mansions, 2nd Floor, 8, Ho Chi Minh SaraniHarrington street Art Centre organises an exhibition of recent works of Jeram Patel.
Shopping	Top
Artifacts & Wooden Toys Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 11 a.m. to  8 p.m. Verandah, 75 A, Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road Verandah presents an exhibition cum sale of a wide range of export quality artifacts and wooden toys.
Flat 20 % Off  Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 10 a.m. to  8 p.m. GKB Opticals,14/8A, Gariahat Road, Gariahat GKB presents an exciting offer of getting 20 per cent discount on frames and sunglasses on all it's outlets.
World Cup Collection  Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 11 a.m. Satya Paul, Shop 108 Forum, 10/3, Lala Lajpat Rai Sarani Satya Paul, the official licensee for the ICC Cricket world cup 2011 brings a range of accessories to celebrate the cricket season. On offer are Neck Ties, Wallets, Silk Neck Tie, Pen, Cufflinks and much more in exclusive cricket related prints.
Beauty & Wellness	Top
Couple Spa Treatment Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. Additional Timings: 60 minsClub Prana, Hyatt Regency Kolkata, JA-1, Sector III, Salt Lake Club Prana is committed to providing a healing touch to relax, refresh and rejuvenate your soul, mind and body. Experience the Couple massage in our Couple Massage Suite, exclusively customized keeping in mind your desire to heal, cleanse and relax.
Music	Top
Live Band Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 8 p.m. Virgose, Hotel Hindusthan International, 235/1 A J C Bose Road Enjoy a live performance by an international band.
Nightlife	Top
House Music Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 8 p.m. Underground, Hotel Hindusthan International, 235/1 A J C Bose Road Celebrity DJ Anshul on the console tonight.
Retro & Lounge Music Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 6 p.m. Roxy, The Park, 17 Park Street Its regular night with DJ Leon playing the best in Retro and Lounge music while the extensive wine list will keep the wine connoisseurs of Kolkata happy all night.
Cocktails by the Poolside Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 9 p.m. Aqua The Park, 17 , Park Street Head to Aqua to drown in invigorating cocktails by the poolside! This al-fresco bar at The Park boasts the best ambience in the city, amazing lounge music by DJ Dharam and the most incredible cocktails and snacks.
Wines Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. West View Bar and Grill, ITC Sonar - Kolkata, 1 Haldane Avenue, EM Bypass Wine Tales promises to enthrall the connoisseurs of the city of joy with a collection of the premium French vintage wines namely - Chateau Moutou Rothschild, Grand Vin de chateau lalour, Chateau Margaux and Chateau Lafite Rothschild with the perfect food pairing.
Champagne Wishes Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. 11 a.m. to  11 p.m. Chowringhee Bar The Oberoi Grand, 15 Jawahar Lal Nehru Road , Esplanade The Champagne Cocktail is toasted worldwide for its simplicity, elegance and class. Its effervescence makes it ideal for celebrating any special occasion – from the classic Bellini to a buck's fizz.
Cricket World Cup Specials	Top
World Cup Special Calypso Punches Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. Ego The Peerless Inn, 12 Jawahar Lal Nehru Road , Esplanade To celebrate Worldcup Cricket The Peerless in presents special drinks like Caribean Sunset, Super Six, Square Six, Pull Short, Australian Purple Sting and much more innovative cocktails along with large screen live display.
ICC World Cup Special Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. Urban Desi - Karma 9th floor, Fortnox, 6 , Camac Street Urban Desi offers a bucket (6 pints)of beer at minimal price with buy two large and get the third one fress on other beverages during the matches.
World Cup Special Offer Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. Privy Ultra Lounge Starstruck, Forum, 4th Floor,10/3 , Lala Lajpat Rai Sarani Privy Ultra Lounge and Starstruck offers to buy a bucket of beer in a special rate along with buy large two measures and get the third one free offer on other beverages to celebrate the cricket fever in Kolkata.
World Cup Special Promotion Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. The Park 17 , Park Street To celebrate World Cup Cricket The Park offers live screening along with special offers on beverages on all for outlets (Someplace Else, Roxy, Tantra & Aqua) during the matches.
Celebrating the Cricket Mania Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. Venom Fort Knox, 6 , Camac Street It's an offer to get beer buckets (4 pints) at a nominal cost along with buy large two measures and get the third one free offer on other beverages to celebrate the cricket mania.

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NEWS

Central forces to manage law & order from Feb 28

According to the directives of the election commission, central paramilitary forces will be deployed on law and order duty in the state from February 28.

Red light to traffic file okayed by CM

Chief secretary Samar Ghosh has refused to pass a government order on the transfer of traffic management of Rajarhat Expressway to Kolkata Police even as the file pertaining to the matter already has chief minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee's signature.

Flight to Cooch Behar may remain pipe

Chief minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee's dream of inaugurating a flight to Cooch Behar looks set to remain just that. For, the aircraft that Deccan Charters Ltd had leased for the service has taken flight.