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Faith in the Age of Algorithms: Kolkata’s Interfaith Iftar Dissects Propaganda and Youth Radicalization
At a Kolkata interfaith iftar, leaders dissected how algorithms and propaganda shape Gen Z, warning of "Hindutva pop culture," eroding constitutional faith, and social media's role in spreading communal narratives.
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Muslims and the Myth of ‘Appeasement’: The Real Story of Economic Exclusion in India
Economic deprivation has long defined the reality for India’s Muslims, with political resistance to reservation fueling their marginalization. The rise of communal politics has only deepened their sense of insecurity and exclusion. A new report proposes a secular approach to affirmative action, yet the current political environment poses a significant barrier to its implementation
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From Fish Market Struggles to National ITI Topper: Bengal’s Parvin Sultana Eyes Civil Services
Parvin Sultana, a daily wage laborer’s daughter from Bengal, secured 599 out of 600 marks to top the All India ITI exam in Mechanic Diesel Trade. Despite financial challenges, she studied without a private tutor. Now, she aspires to join the civil services and contribute to society.
Bangladesh on the Brink: The Struggle Between Democracy, History, and Rising Religious Nationalism
Bangladesh’s democracy stands at a crossroads, with rising majoritarianism threatening its pluralistic fabric. The country’s rich multicultural identity is under strain, as forces seek to reshape its political and historical narratives. The legacy of its liberation movement is fading, raising concerns about the erosion of democratic values and minority rights.
Young Minds and Cutting-Edge Research: Aliah University’s National Conference Highlights India’s Biological Innovation
Aliah University’s inaugural National Conference on Emerging Trends in Biological Research gathered over 70 participants from across India. The event featured keynote speakers and emphasized the importance of academic networking, cutting-edge research, and collaboration in advancing biological sciences, inspiring the next generation of researchers to aim for global recognition
Islamophobic Mob Brutally Assaults M.Tech Student, Brands Him ‘Bangladeshi’ on Sealdah Train
A mob of Hindutva extremists brutally assaulted Rezaul Islam Mondal, a Bengal M.Tech student, on a train, branding him ‘Bangladeshi.’ They pulled his beard, tore his cap, and threatened to kill him. Human rights groups and political leaders condemn the attack, calling it a grim reflection of rising Islamophobia.
Mamata’s Summit, Soren’s Support: Bengal and Jharkhand Eye Economic Partnership
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren attended the Bengal Global Business Summit, praising Mamata Banerjee’s leadership and emphasizing Bengal-Jharkhand’s shared history and economic potential. Highlighting collaboration for regional growth, he invited business leaders to explore investment in Jharkhand. His wife, Kalpana Soren, subtly echoed political symbolism in a blue saree.
The Unani Question: Why is Bengal Falling Behind?
Bengal lags behind in Unani medical education, with just one college compared to Uttar Pradesh’s 10, Madhya Pradesh’s 4, and Maharashtra’s 5, exposing a glaring disparity in healthcare development. The Calcutta Unani Medical College and Hospital has been fighting for state intervention since 2009, yet successive governments have ignored its pleas, even withdrawing a bill meant to secure its future. As World Unani Day approaches, the institution’s students and faculty continue their struggle, hopeful that the government will finally acknowledge their demands and rescue the only Unani medical college in the state
