'Mess Bari' refers to the numerous boarding houses that sprang up like mushrooms in and around North Kolkata between late 19th century and mid-20th century and catered to young men who flocked to the city, looking for jobs and education. These boarding houses were once an
Letters from Russia by Rabindranath Tagore written in 1930 is not just a treasure trove of memories but a detailed explanation of a country’s psyche, a nation that blended socialism with violence and radical ideologies that Tagore felt might not bear fruit in the future.
Handcrafted dolls have been part of Bengal's handicraft heritage since ancient times. From Mojilpur dolls in the Joynogor-Mojilpur area to Kanthalia clay dolls from Murshidabad district, to Galar Putul from the district of Purba Medinipur, the sheer variety of dolls bears witness to a glorious
Olivia Das is a post-graduate in Cinema with a specialization in Audiography, having graduated from Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) in 2013. She has been working on feature films, short films, and documentaries for more than 10 years, but the remarkable documentary ORA:
When the COVID graph in the city peaked in March 2020, it was a grim scene everywhere. Maintaining social distancing was found to be one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and people resorted to social distancing measures zealously. But
“Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.” — Napoleon Hill. “The struggle that you’re in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow. Don’t give up," is a motto that 21-year-old Raja Burman believes and follows. This young lad from New Jalpaiguri’s
Recovering Key Species for Ecosystem Restoration. This slightly ponderous phrase sums up the theme for the 2022 edition of World Wildlife Day, which has been observed on March 3 every year since 2013, when the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention on International Trade
He ruled the silver screen like a king, but lived and died a pauper. The critically acclaimed films in which he played central roles, for such global icons as Satyajit Ray, would not be enough to even ensure the basic necessities of life as he
From ministers to famous players, Chakum Chukum has many patrons – An exclusive GB interview with the owners. People who have moved out of Kolkata, still cannot get over the city’s famous street foods. Their constant refrain is how Kolkata’s street food both in variety and
Higher education. For most of us, the passport to a better life. And yet, many students, particularly those from low-income families, often face a funds crisis as they pursue their chosen course of study. To address this crucial issue, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched the