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The Power of Forgiveness: How Prophet Muhammad’s Example Challenges Modern Narratives

An interfaith gathering in Kolkata celebrated the human and social legacy of Prophet Muhammad. Speakers recalled his mercy during the conquest of Mecca and drew parallels with Mahavir, Guru Nanak, and others. Organized by SR and Tahreek Foundations, the event challenged misconceptions and echoed the Prophet’s enduring message of compassion.

City of Consciousness: Why Kolkata Still Hits the Streets

Kolkata: Long ago, Dominique Lapierre in his novel, nicknamed Bengal’s capital as the City of Joy, a tag...

Mohammed Ali Library: Journey from traditional to new-age library-cum-information centre

Kolkata: Mohammed Ali Library, located on the ground floor of Barry House, on Kanai Seal Lane is one...

Dastangoi Celebrates Prophet Muhammad’s Act of Kindness: The Grape Story

Kolkata: Once Prophet Muhammad was sitting with his Sahabas (companions). When a guest came to meet him with...

Transgender couple breaks social norms by welcoming a baby, highlighting rich cultural legacy in ancient India

In India, the transgender community faces significant opposition and discrimination. However, a recent headline has brought hope to...
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Around the country on a bike

For some, life begins after retirement. There is even a desire to live life dangerously by throwing oneself out of one’s comfort zone. It...

Durga to be worshipped as a migrant worker in many pujas in Bengal

Kolkata: In West Bengal, it’s been a tradition for puja pandals in and around Kolkata to always resonate the present social issues through their...

Supreme Court directs Centre and State Govt to help sex workers, WB Govt allows them to have ration cards

Kolkata: Responding to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Kolkata-based Durbar Mahila Samanwaya Committee (DMSC) the Supreme Court finally instructed the central and...

Muted in grandeur, Pujas won’t give themes a miss

Kolkata: At a time when all the festivals and celebrations are going through uncertain times due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Durga Puja organisers and...

This Ganesh Chaturthi Serve Humanity

Kolkata: Kolkata’s Disc Jockey (DJ), Akash Rohira conducted a fundraiser during lockdown, orgaznised langars and community kitchen with Kolkata Police, and now has some...

The Second Innings: Giving Love a Second Chance

Kolkata: The Second Innings – an online adaptation of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Neil Simon’s Chapter Two recently presented by Theatrecian, acknowledged as one of Kolkata’s most productive and creative English-language theatre groups, enthralled the audience.  The half-an-hour long...
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