As a sentinel of the time, The Statesman did an excellent job on this event. While other English and Bengali dailies in Calcutta covered the event with considerable importance, The Statesman on 29 February 1952 morning came up with a special 8-page broadsheet International Film Festival supplement, which was distributed free with the main paper.
Kakar, who swears by Murphy’s law, takes his readers on a rollercoaster ride from the bizarre to the brazen
I stood at the counter patiently to pay my bills for my Diwali purchases— a dozen colourful waxfilled terracotta diyas, a beautifully crafted handmade toran for the entrance door and a decorative earthen urli to float candles.
“The transition to green crackers was a nobrainer for us. It’s a small step that collectively makes a big impact. Plus, they look just as mesmerising in the sky!” said an enthusiastic buyer.
What better time to take stock of all this than on Kali Puja, the day of the celebration of women’s empowerment and that too from Kalighat, this blessed place by the Adi Ganga.
In India, owls are subjected to ruthless hunting for multiple purposes, including their consumption as food, their use in ritual sacrifices associated with black magic, and their inclusion in traditional medicines.
Discover the life and legacy of author RK Narayan in this concise biography written by Indradeep Bhattacharya.
Ranbir Singh Bisht was a distinguished artist and recipient of the Padma Shri award. His artistic creations skillfully intertwined nature with the human form.
N. Shiva Kumar, a wildlife photographer and curator responsible for the 'Bountiful Biodiversity in Diminishing Denominations' exhibition, underscores the significance of educating and nurturing awareness about wildlife conservation.
Nimal Raghavan's inspiring journey: Quitting a tech job to restore 140 water bodies across India, bringing hope to cyclone-affected regions.
