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Empowering Women, Enriching Communities: The Jharkhand Tourism Model
Jharkhand is revamping its tourism sector with a focus on eco-tourism, women’s empowerment, and improved hospitality. The state is set to host the Netarhat Utsav, a cultural festival inspired by Gujarat’s Kutch Rann Utsav, aimed at boosting local tourism and showcasing its rich heritage and natural beauty.
Jamal Ahmed ‘Jamal’: A 98-Year-Old Poet Who Met Gandhi, Donated Land and Advocates for Unity
Jamal Ahmed 'Jamal', a 98-year-old hotelier and poet from Kolkata, is a philanthropist who donated land in Bihar for a government hospital. Known for his poetry promoting communal harmony, he reflects on meeting Mahatma Gandhi in 1947 and continues to inspire with his advocacy for peace and unity.
Silenced in Seconds: Stakeholders Decry Rushed JPC Meetings on Waqf Amendment Bill
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC)’s rushed review of the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 sparked protests across Bengal and Jharkhand. Stakeholders, given just a minute to speak, criticized the proposed amendments as unconstitutional. With half the committee absent and Jharkhand excluded from tours, dissatisfaction and demands for inclusivity are growing ahead of deliberations
Beyond the Hashtag: Inside the Harsh Realities of Giridih’s 72-Hour Work Culture
As debates around 70-hour work weeks rage, Giridih's labourers continue to work 12-hour shifts under exploitative conditions. Pollution from sponge iron factories has become a parallel crisis, leading to protests and demands for justice. Despite its political significance, the district remains a glaring example of neglected labour laws and environmental regulations.
Is Your Voter ID Unique? EPIC Numbers Shared Across States Raise Serious Questions
Systemic Oversight or Targeted Action? Migrant workers from Bengal uncover duplicate voter IDs shared with individuals in Gujarat and Haryana, sparking alarm. Activists link this to the harassment of Bengali-speaking workers under false infiltration narratives. The issue exposes vulnerabilities in India’s electoral system, raising questions about fairness and accountability
From Madrasa to University of Southampton: Kolkata’s Lad Breaks Stereotypes with International Achievements
From a Kolkata Madrasa to the UK's University of Southampton, Mohammad Israr's journey defies stereotypes, earning a fully funded MSc in Maritime Archaeology at 24