Promotion and Preservation of the Patachitra Art

New Delhi: The Union Minister for Culture & Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Thursday stated in the Rajya Sabha in writing that the Union Government has set up Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre (EZCC), Kolkata (an autonomous organisation under Ministry of Culture) to protect, promote and preserve various forms of folk art including Patachitra in […]

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Beyond the Glass Walls: Candid Guide of Surviving Corporate Life

Surviving Corporate: The Winning Manual By Dipra Bhattacharya In a world where corporate success is often wrapped in glossy social media posts and employer- branding, Dipra Bhattacharya’s newly out book— Surviving Corporate: The Winning Manual cuts through the noise with rare honesty. Part of lived experience, part of survival guide, and part of strategic playbook, […]

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Oshea Herbals: Retail Push with New Exclusive Kiosk at Metropolis Mall, Hiland Park

Kolkata: Oshea Herbals, a trusted name in India’s beauty and personal care industry, has taken another step in strengthening its retail presence with the launch of a new exclusive kiosk at Metropolis Mall, Hiland Park. The kiosk was inaugurated on 16 December 2025, marking the brand’s fourth kiosk nationwide and reinforcing its strategy of expanding […]

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South City Mall unveils ‘Wrapped in Winter’ Christmas celebrations

Kolkata: South City Mall, City’s most loved shopping destination, introduced ‘Wrapped in Winter’ Christmas celebrations, marking a vibrant season of festivities and joy of shopping. The new campaign kicked off on 17th December, transforming the mall into a new winter wonderland. The celebration began with a grand inauguration by celebrity Trina Saha, who set the […]

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Idea of Green Maritime in India growing focus to make ports more sustainable

New Delhi: As a critical constituent of the infrastructure sector, ports account for nearly 95% of external trade by volume. During FY2024-25, India’s major ports handled 855 million tonnes of cargo-up from 581 million tonnesin FY 2014–15, reflecting a decadal growth of 47.16%. India’s ports are expanding rapidly to support economic growth in line with […]

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Organised Waste Management in Himalayan Region

New Delhi: As the first light of the day touches the Himalayan ranges, life begins quietly across the majestic mountains. In hill towns, sanitation workers navigate narrow pathways to collect household waste. On school campuses, students segregate waste as part of routine practice, while at pilgrimage sites, visitors use designated collection points. These everyday actions […]

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Empathetic Listening emerges as New Profession amid rising Elderly Loneliness in Kolkata

  As winter sets in and daylight fades earlier across the city, a growing concern is emerging behind closed doors in many households — the increasing loneliness of senior citizens who are left to live by themselves. The impact of migration, shrinking joint families, and the after- effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have combined to […]

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Moving towards more sustainable energy future in India

New Delhi: Energy is more than just electricity or fuel; it is the force that enables modern life. It lights our homes, powers our industries, drives transportation, supports digital services, and keeps hospitals, schools, and businesses running. Energy underpins economic growth, social development, and technological advancement. As India’s economy expands, the demand for reliable and […]

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SIR should be process of inclusion in principle but reality says different: ECI Must introspect

  In several states across India, twelve in total, including West Bengal the Election Commission has introduced the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Although projected as a special revision of electoral rolls, the process has triggered serious concerns regarding its legal foundation, ground-level execution and wider political consequences.To understand the origins of SIR, one must turn […]

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Dhurandhar: A Gripping Spy Saga Exploring India’s Terror Flashpoints

‘Dhurandhar’,  directed by Aditya Dhar, emerges as a fictional spy saga intertwined with significant terror flashpoints in India’s recent history: the IC-814 Kandahar hijacking, the from Parliament attack, and the 26/11 attacks. The narrative centers on Operation Dhurandhar, orchestrated by IB chief Ajay Sanyal (played by R. Madhavan) and his undercover agent, Hamza Ali Mazari […]

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