Tag: Bengal
Sandeshkhali Sting and Teacher’s Jobs Verdict: Turning Tides in Bengal Politics
Raj Kapoor's famous film, which was more famous for Mandakini's bathing scene, reminds us of the song composed by Rabindra Jain after Sandeshkhali's 'sting...
Walking with Mahavira: Tracing the Jain Tirthankara’s Footsteps in West Bengal
Today, as we celebrate the Mahavira Jayanti, I am reminded of his association with the western tract of Bengal, known since ancient times as...
From Kolkata to Kerala: A Journey Through India’s New Year Festivities
In Bengal, the New Year’s Day, Poila Boisakh, was originally set by the Surya Siddhanta during the reign of Raja Shashaka of Gour, 594...
From Brazil to Bengal: Exploring the Similarities in Sergio Moro and Abhijit Gangopadhyay’s High-Stakes Controversies
What are the similarities between Sergio Moro and Abhijit Gangopadhyay? Like the Brazilian judge, Abhijit Gangopadhyay rose to prominence by campaigning against so-called 'corruption'....
BJP Leaders Face FIR Over Khalistani Slur Against Sikh IPS Officer
Kolkata: Three days after the alleged use of a derogatory word "Khalistani" against a Sikh Indian Police Service officer, an FIR against unknown BJP...
Demon or demon-slayer? How we see Gandhi says a lot about ourselves– Tushar Gandhi
Recently, a Durga Puja pandal built by the Hindu Mahasabha in Kolkata portrayed Mahatma Gandhi as Mahishasura dying at the hands of Durga. As desired, it...