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During my last visit to India some of my relatives asked me what I missed most from my life in India in the US. I did not have an immediate answer, but thought about that question off and on for a long time.

Electric vehicles
Electric vehicles

As we navigate the complex landscape of climate change and the urgent need to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, there emerges a beacon of hope on the horizon ~ the surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption.

Sudan’s Crisis

As the sun sets over Sudan, the shadows cast by faltering peace talks and escalating conflict paint a grim picture of a nation teetering on the brink.

Sudan’s Crisis
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Ahead of the 28th Climate Summit (CoP-28) at Dubai, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) released a report entitled ~ the Emissions Gap Report 2023: Broken Record ~ Temperatures hit new highs, yet world fails to cut emissions (again).

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KMRCL finalises tender for rebuilding 26 Bowbazar houses
KMRCL finalises tender for rebuilding 26 Bowbazar houses

In what comes as a ray of hope for the displaced residents of the subsidence affected zone in Bowbazar, the implementing agency of the ongoing Metro project in the area, Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation Limited, has finalised the tender for reconstruction of the houses.

Bankura film on paddy cultivation screened at Kiff

The 29th edition of KIFF screened Kalamkathi, a feature film from Bankura that talks about a nearly lost variety of Bengal's own conventional paddy cultivation in which the use of chemical fertilizer is prohibited.

Bankura film on paddy cultivation screened at Kiff
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Mirthy earthy tunes at Bannabagram
Mirthy earthy tunes at Bannabagram

As the calendar flips its pages, the villagers of Bannabagram dust off their festive finery, and the anticipation builds like a crescendo in an ancient raag.

Timeless elegance on wheels ~ the Lanchester LD-10
Timeless elegance on wheels ~ the Lanchester LD-10

The car was seized and kept in Lalbazar. Murari Lala got a letter from Lalbazar after a week, along with a cheque for Rs 220. The police authorities admitted the fault of the lady who was driving the car in an inebriated state, and Rs 220 was given to repair the vehicle.

The golden era of Hollywood’s iconic screen legends

Are the stars of this new-age generation really worthy of such reverence and sycophancy? Those were classic movies, and no films or stars worth the name, whether in Hollywood, Bollywood or Tollywood, measure up to more than one viewership, which, on the contrary, unlike films of the past era, may be viewed any number of times.

The golden era of Hollywood’s iconic screen legends
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In this film he is remarkable as the protagonist Krishnakanta, the notorious and ruthless criminal, whom the whole of Kolkata knows as “King”. He is the quintessential Brechtian character, who is a product, a violently dangerous by-product of a cold, cruel, cut-throat capitalistic society.

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Mehmood Junior dies due to stage four cancer at 67

Mehmood Junior, famed Bollywood actor known for roles in Caravan and Mera Naam Joker, passes away at 67 after battling stage four cancer. A cinematic icon remembered for his contribution to Indian cinema.

Mehmood Junior dies due to stage four cancer at 67
Anurag Kashyap reflects on realism and regional roots

Delve into Anurag Kashyap's candid revelations on the challenges of realism in Bollywood and how regional roots influence film success. Explore the filmmaker's unique perspective on the industry's ever-shifting dynamics.

Anurag Kashyap reflects on realism and regional roots
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Mehmood Junior dies due to stage four cancer at 67

Mehmood Junior, famed Bollywood actor known for roles in Caravan and Mera Naam Joker, passes away at 67 after battling stage four cancer. A cinematic icon remembered for his contribution to Indian cinema.

Anurag Kashyap reflects on realism and regional roots

Delve into Anurag Kashyap's candid revelations on the challenges of realism in Bollywood and how regional roots influence film success. Explore the filmmaker's unique perspective on the industry's ever-shifting dynamics.