Renowned Bengali humorist and litterateur Sri Shibram Chakraborty has immortalised the essence of New Year celebrations by pointing out that people’s enthusiasm for ushering in a new year is somewhat misplaced. He wittily observed that, historically, each new year has only managed to last for
AmitavaPurakayasthya is a heritage enthusiast and an ardent explorer. He has penned down many substantial articles on the old-world charm and history of Kolkata and Bengal When the entire nation seems to be reeling under the impact of ‘Cow Politics,’ there is a deep connect of
Before entering the Lower Circular Cemetery, you have to register your name and whereabouts. The dutiful officials would also impose certain restrictions regarding your conduct inside. After completing the official process, most of the visitors step into the cemetery to pay homage to the tomb
Wasn’t our favourite Feluda ‘Sabyasachi Chakraborty’ confined in a palatial building in Peneti by a gang in Gorosthane Sabdhan? Does the name Peneti ring a bell? Well, this picturesque township happens to be older than Kolkata. There is mention of Peneti or Panihati in books
The babus of Paikpara took a big step in spreading and popularising Bengali Theatre in 19th century Kolkata. Raja Pratap Chandra, Ishwar Chandra Sinha and Sir Jyotindra Mohan Tagore were great patrons of Belgachhia Theatre Hall where they helped in staging great performances…. Why the
The babus of Paikpara took a big step in spreading and popularising Bengali Theatre in 19th century Kolkata. Raja Pratap Chandra, Ishwar Chandra Sinha and Sir Jyotindra Mohan Tagore were great patrons of Belgachhia Theatre Hall where they helped in staging great performances…. Continued…. (A heritage
A heritage and wildlife enthusiast, Amitava Purakayastha works as consultant in the social development sector. The babus of Paikpara took a big step in spreading and popularising Bengali Theatre in 19th century Kolkata. Raja Pratap Chandra, Ishwar Chandra Sinha and Sir Jyotindra Mohan Tagore were great