Hemantabala had the moxie to challenge Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore in a battle of letters. She would write her missives using rhyming words and send them to Tagore at his address. Rabindranath was a renowned figure and used to receive hundreds of letters daily, so much so
Four Bengali radio astronomers have recently discovered 34 new giant radio sources (GRSs) using the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT). This discovery, published in the ‘Astrophysical Journal Supplement Series’ (ApJS) of the American Astronomical Society, marks a significant contribution to the field of radio astronomy. Historically, only
The National Commission on Macroeconomics and Health reports that there is a severe scarcity of medical resources in West Bengal. Furthermore, the proportion of human resources, meaning physicians and paramedical personnel, was 1.83 per 1000 people, much less than the average of 2.25 per 1000. The
The ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter, or π (/pa˪/; abbreviated as "pi"), is a mathematical constant that is roughly equivalent to 3.14159. A lot of formulas in physics and mathematics use π. Since it is a transcendental number, an equation including only
Mangoes are a refreshing treat during the harsh summers. Indians love relishing a juicy mango and are always in high demand for their delectable flavour profile. However, you may be surprised to learn that mangoes also benefit the ecosystem. Furthermore, what if we planted hundreds
“The Government of India announced the names of 33 esteemed recipients of the annual Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) Awards 2024 and four scientists from West Bengal have made it to the prestigious list. Only last year (2023), the Government of India launched “Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar,’’ a
Concerns have been raised by the recent spate of cyclones that have repeatedly struck the Bengal coast. This exposes us to the damaging ways we have been treating nature, leaving it vulnerable to its own forces. The aftermath of cyclones, which not only destroy houses
Since ancient times, people have settled in areas around waterbodies. Rivers served as a means of transportation and were the centre of economic activity. The farmers and producers use boats to bring in their goods for trading. These riverside communities established floating markets, which became trading
“Great things are done when men and mountains meet; this is not done by jostling on the street.” William Blake There is something about the mountains that has always spiked human curiosity. Their towering peaks, cloaked in mist and shrouded in mystery, call out to all adventurous
“Trees are the best monuments that a man can erect to his own memory. They speak his praises without flattery, and they are blessings to children yet unborn.” Lord Orrery Shyamal Jana of Chhatradhara, Contai (Kanthi) in East Midnapore district, is on a mission to plant