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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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Gauri Vrat, a festival in which even 3-year-old girl fast for good future husband, activists raise concern

Baroda: Seven-years-old Khushi Dholakia, dressed in her fineries is patiently waiting for her friends at a Shiva Temple, in their neighbourhood. Both she and...

What’s there in a name? A lot, when it conjoins Quran and Gita

Bhopal: ‘Bismi Krishna’. Do you make out anything of this? I could not. So I asked the owner of the name what Bismi means. She said...

Transgenders are first humans, says Shree Ghatak

Kolkata: Shree Ghatak made it to the national headlines last year, for becoming the first transgender in Eastern India to get legally married. Understanding...

Scouting For Jewels From The Underbellies of Kolkata

Kolkata: With full concentration, Nafisa Ali, was seen painting a pot, and when asked about the event she replied, “I like to paint. So,...

My journey has not been a cakewalk, says ex-constable, now all set to become an IPS officer

Jaipur: He was 19-years-old when he became constable and a decade later, he is all set to become an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer....

Second Innings of companionship for Kolkata’s seniors

Kolkata: Seventy-year-old Ashish Ganguly, leads an extremely lonely life after he lost his wife to cancer seven years ago. With his children getting busy...
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