The 8-B bus stop, close to Jadavpur University campus, is a landmark location. As one travels southward, the very next halt after 8-B is a place that’s steeped in history and is a reminder of industrialist Bengalis’ glorious past. This was the site of Bengal
Have you ever stood outside the exclusive Bose Audio shop on Park Street and wondered whether to get in, considering the high prices of Bose Audio systems, that are a bit too heavy for a commoner’s pocket. May be, you wished to buy these international
Over decades spurious spices --- be it the yellow chemical added to turmeric powder or the red chemical and mercury added to chilli powder--- have invaded the markets of India. In the face of such unethical business practices, one Bengali brand proved its authenticity by
IShe started off a confectionary line when Kolkata hardly knew beyond Flurys and Kathleen and the small bakeries of New Market. But Supriya Roy had dreams and for her, baking was not just all-purpose flour, white sugar, and butter. Roy’s struggle was to establish a
His product has been catering to both urban and rural crowds of Bengal and their well-being for almost a century now. He never felt the need to recruit any salesman nor did he have any brand ambassador to canvas his creation, yet, even now, in
Way back in 1997, Narayan Majumdar started his dairy business by collecting milk from farmers in his village on a bicycle. After 23 years of struggle, he can boast of a flourishing dairy empire with three milk processing plants and 22 milk chilling plants spread
For fast and effective relief from headache and body pain, most Indians trust in the efficacy of Amrutanjan, that yellow aromatic balm packed in a small glass container. The packaging may look unimpressive but the balm sure packs a punch and has been an essential
The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) contributes notably towards industrial production, employment generation, exports and developing the entrepreneurial foundation. It plays a pivotal role for faster, sustainable and overall socio-economical augmentation in Indian economy. With more than 44.7 million enterprises, this sector generates more
‘Haat’ is an integrated market that serves as a trading venue for local people in rural areas and towns. Haats are typically set up twice or three times per week. In some places, once every fortnight. In addition to providing trading opportunities, haat bazaars serve
Long before our children snacked over a dose of Haldiram and Bikaner Bhujiawalas, Bengal’s own snacking brand launched over 65 years – MUKHAROCHAK CHANACHUR had made its way to every Bengali home. ‘Anytime tasty,’ was their tagline and true to that message, they retained their