In Images: Messi's hat-trick sparks jubilant celebrations in Kolkata as Argentina rout Algeria 3-0
Jun 17, 2026, at 01:44 pm
Fans of Argentina celebrate after their team's 3–0 victory over Algeria in the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, in Kolkata, India, on June 17, 2026. Argentina began their title defense in style with a dominant win powered by a Lionel Messi hat-trick. Photo: Rupak De Chowdhuri.
In Images: Children in Kolkata play against the backdrop of a giant World Cup masterpiece
Jun 15, 2026, at 01:45 pm
Football fans carry cut-out of Portugal's,Cristiano Ronaldo,Brazil's Neymer and Argentina' Linel Messi for decoration during the Fifa World Cup 2026 in Kolkata, India, June 15.2026. Photo -Rupak De Chowdhuri /IBNS
In Images: Giant Messi-Ronaldo cutouts turn a Kolkata club into a World Cup dreamland
Jun 15, 2026, at 01:26 pm
Dhulipara Sarbojanin Samiti is decorating its club premises with cutouts of Messi and Ronaldo all around in preparation for the World Cup. (Photo by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In Images: Kolkata's wax wizard brings FIFA World Cup trophy to life
Jun 13, 2026, at 03:59 pm
Wax artist Tuhin Mukherjee poses with his handcrafted replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy in Kolkata. The intricate artwork, created entirely from wax, celebrates the city's enduring passion for football ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In Images: Kolkata's streets turn yellow and green as Neymar, Raphinha World Cup murals come alive
Jun 13, 2026, at 03:52 pm
Children play football in front of a vibrant mural depicting Brazilian stars Neymar and Raphinha amid of the FIFA World Cup 2026, in Kolkata on June 13, 2026. The artwork celebrates the football icons and reflects the city's enduring passion for the beautiful game. (Photo: Rupak De Chowdhuri/IBNS)
In Images: Kolkata football enthusiasts transform fan zone with vibrant World Cup celebrations
Jun 12, 2026, at 06:16 pm
Football lovers in Kolkata decorated a fan zone with vibrant flex banners and displays celebrating the ongoing FIFA World Cup festivities on Friday (June 12, 2026). The colourful installation reflects the city’s deep-rooted football culture and the strong admiration among local supporters for global stars, including Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi. (Photos By Rupak De Chowdhuri / IBNS)
Football Fever Paints Kolkata Walls Ahead of World Cup
Jun 10, 2026, at 09:24 pm
A lane adorned with giant flex banners of Brazil football stars and national flags in Howrah, near Kolkata, on June 10, 2026, as fans gear up for the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026.Photo -Rupak De Chowdhuri /IBNS
In Images: Knight Riders face Delhi Capitals in final league clash at Eden Gardens
May 24, 2026, at 08:53 pm
Kolkata Knight Riders take on Delhi Capitals during their final league-stage match at Eden Gardens on Sunday. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS.
In Images: Kolkata Knight Riders take on Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens
May 20, 2026, at 10:43 pm
Kolkata Knight Riders clashed with Mumbai Indians at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata in a must win IPL 2026 game for the home team on Wednesday. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In Images: Kolkata witnesses electrifying Mohun Bagan-East Bagan derby
May 18, 2026, at 12:19 am
Mohun Bagan Super Giant struck late through Jason Cummings to secure a dramatic 1–1 draw against arch-rivals East Bengal in a high-voltage, emotionally charged Indian Super League (ISL) clash in Kolkata on Sunday (May 17, 2026). Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: Eden Gardens comes alive as KKR face Gujarat Titans in Kolkata
May 16, 2026, at 10:40 pm
Eden Gardens roars back to life as the Kolkata Knight Riders host Gujarat Titans in a high-voltage IPL clash, with the iconic Kolkata stadium buzzing under the floodlights and fans turning up in full force for a night of top-tier T20 action. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: KKR battle RR at Eden Gardens as they hunt for first season win
Apr 19, 2026, at 05:27 pm
As Kolkata Knight Riders hunt for their first-season win, they take the field at Eden Gardens against the Rajasthan Royals on Sunday. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: East Bengal fans pays tribute to Rahul Banerjee at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata
Apr 17, 2026, at 12:33 am
During the Indian Super League (ISL) match between East Bengal FC and Bengaluru FC on 16 April 2026, East Bengal fans paid a poignant tribute to the late actor and lifelong supporter Rahul Arunoday Banerjee with a massive commemorative tifo in the gallery. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: KKR face LSG at Eden Gardens
Apr 09, 2026, at 11:29 pm
Kolkata Knight Riders took on Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In Images: KKR v PBKS match at Eden Gardens abandoned due to rain
Apr 07, 2026, at 03:33 pm
The Kolkata Knight Riders-Punjab Kings match in IPL 2026 was washed out due to heavy rain and storm at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In Images: SRK at Eden Gardens for KKR match against PBKS
Apr 07, 2026, at 01:48 pm
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan attended the rain-marred KKR match against PBKS in IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. Khan was accompanied by his actor daughter Suhana Khan. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In Images: Key moments from KKR-SRH clash at Eden Gardens
Apr 02, 2026, at 10:06 pm
Kolkata Knight Riders took on Sunrisers Hyderabad in their first home game of IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens on Thursday. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In Images: KKR, SRH train at Eden Gardens ahead of April 2 clash
Apr 01, 2026, at 11:15 pm
Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad players train during a practice session at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday ahead of their IPL match on April 2, 20206. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: Candid Moments from KKR’s Knights Unplugged 3.0 Event
Mar 25, 2026, at 03:23 pm
KKR players and team members share candid moments and behind-the-scenes stories at Knights Unplugged 3.0 ahead of the new season at a hotel in Kolkata on Tuesday. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Kapil Dev visits Kolkata to attend Dr. Vace Paes Cup 2026 Cricket Match
Mar 23, 2026, at 02:23 pm
Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev visits Kolkata to attend the Dr. Vace Paes Cup 2026 cricket match, marking a notable appearance at the sporting event.
In Images: Kolkata erupts in celebration as India beat New Zealand to win T20 World Cup
Mar 09, 2026, at 04:06 am
Fans celebrate across Kolkata after India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final, securing their third T20 World Cup title and becoming the first team to successfully defend the trophy. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: New Zealand thrash South Africa to storm into T20 World Cup final
Mar 04, 2026, at 10:07 pm
Finn Allen and Tim Seifert powered New Zealand to storm into the T20 World Cup 2026 final, thrashing South Africa by nine wickets at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: South Africa face New Zealand in semi-final 1
Mar 04, 2026, at 08:35 pm
South Africa took on New Zealand in the first semi-final of T20 World Cup 2026 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: Clinical Mohun Bagan Super Giant outclass Chennaiyin FC in Indian Super League clash
Feb 24, 2026, at 11:44 am
Players from Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Chennaiyin FC in action during their Indian Super League encounter, battling for possession in a high-intensity contest. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: Highlights from East Bengal vs Sporting Delhi ISL clash
Feb 23, 2026, at 04:39 pm
East Bengal defeated Sporting Delhi 4-1 in a match of Indian Super League (ISL) at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on February 21. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: West Indies thrash Italy, stay unbeaten in T20 World Cup 2026
Feb 19, 2026, at 04:43 pm
West Indies thrashed Italy by 42 runs to stay unbeaten in the T20 World Cup in their last group match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: England vs Italy — Defining moments from T20 World Cup showdown
Feb 16, 2026, at 10:57 pm
England defeated Italy by 24 runs in a group match of the T20 World Cup 2026. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: England beat Scotland at Eden Gardens
Feb 16, 2026, at 11:56 am
England defeated Scotland in a group match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Images: Scotland beat Italy in Men's T20 World Cup 2026
Feb 10, 2026, at 04:49 pm
Scotland defeated Italy by 73 runs in a group match of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In images: Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd help West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup
Feb 07, 2026, at 11:19 pm
Shimron Hetmyer’s power-hitting and Romario Shepherd’s fiery hat-trick script West Indies’ commanding T20 World Cup win over Scotland. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS