Indranil Halder is an entrepreneur living in Australia who is enthusiastic about preserving the heritage of Bengal As traders across the globe learnt about the wealth of Indian produces, specifically Bengal textile, they sailed down Bay of Bengal for trade. So came Robert Clive (1725-1774), who
Books help my mind soar. They even feel like friends when the real ones let you down That’s what probably many of us are realizing today, as the world around is bound within the four walls of our homes. The more we learn to live alone,
In today's educational system, practical exposure is as crucial as academic study—particularly in the case of science, technology, and industry. One instance of this is the Kalyani Feed Milling Plant (KFMP) that has turned out to be one of the most desirable venues for education
Mistletoe & Wine… If you happen to groove to this Christmas number, dancing away at some posh Kolkata club, then singing sensation Cliff Richard must be reigning your hearts. But while enjoying that Christmas spirit, little did you know that our heart-throb once upon a
In a rare conservation success story, West Bengal has gained a 50% increase in the number of endangered Great One-Horned Rhinoceros. In the latest census, conducted in March 2025, there are 392 rhinos in the state, up by a significant margin from the 253 in 2015. The
Ifirst met the renowned artist K. G. Subramanyan—whom we all fondly called Manida—on August 25, 1996. I remember the exact date because that day, he signed a book written about him and noted the date beside his signature. The last time I saw him was
"Biscuits in the oven gonna watch ‘em rise/ Right before my very eyes/ When they get ready gonna jump and shout/ Rolls my eyes and bug them out, hey, hey/ Gonna clap my hands and stomp my feet/ Right before the very next beat/ Biscuits in the
Matinee idol Uttam Kumar was not just an iconic actor who will be remembered in Bengal down generations, but was also someone who loved to treat guests at home. His long-time companion Supriya Devi happened to be a fantastic cook and often hosted parties on
Algarah is a tiny hamlet on way to the famous Silk Route. Strategically placed, it is the highest point in Kalimpong region with a mean elevation of 5900 feet above sea level. A virgin forestry, Algarah offers a fine destination to birders and Himalayan forest
“In the 1980s, Kolkata’s fashion scene saw a wave of inspiration from Shantiniketan’s batik alpana. This led to the creation of ‘Ranstitchl’—a style where women’s sarees and outfits were crafted with intricate stitching on a single piece of cloth. ‘Kantha stitch’ sarees became popular, promoted