Asim Bando's KOLKATA BLOG

Felicitation of Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar on 12 May at Eden Gardens in the honour of his 100th century in test cricket. On this occasion, the sports deptt would give him golden bat and ball. And the CAB will present a painting by Sanatan Dinda. And it would be a fine artwork showing an woman gradually turning as goddess, which Sachin would like to keep in his new house at west Bandra. Moreover, CAB will present him 100 guinea engraved face of Sachin. 100 pieces of cricket balls Sachin would throw to the spectators sitting on the gallery. And 100 cut-outs of Sachin would be across the city. A placard in which written 'CAB Salutes Sachin' will be given to 64 thousand spectators of KKR vs Mumbai Indians match on Saturday. Helicopter may pour flowers on Sachin. And the function will start at 3pm.-- A. B.

Kolkata Phool Mela or Flower Fair 2012 in picture, organised at Eden Gardens. -- A. B.

Kolkata Phul Mela or 9th Flower Fair 2012 inaugurated today at Eden Gardens. The fair will remain open till 30 January. -- A. B.

Kotla failed. Will Eden witness the 100th century of Sachin Tendulkar? It is the question. Kolkata not so responsive to India team, but CAB hopeful that Sachin-magic will attract the cricket lovers of Kolkata. Let's hope for it. All the eyes now at Eden Gardens, where India will play the second test against West Indies. And certainly the main attraction is 'the god of cricket' -- A. B.

Kolkata now watching India vs Sri Lanka cricket match at the Lords of India - Eden Gardens. I think it is the best gift of Santa for Kolkata on the eve of Christmas!