Canadian Prime Minister reshuffles cabinet

Reviving Bat-tala: From 19th-century woodcuts to contemporary masterpieces

This winter, Kolkata has warmed up to a vibrant revival of distinctive woodcut prints also known as Bat-tala paintings, reimagined by a host of contemporary artists.

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Resuscitating Calcutta's soul: The Place 1860-by Namring delights 'cha' lovers

As the winter sets in firmly in Calcutta and the temperature drops, apart from taking out the colourful sweaters and winter wear from the 'almirah', the only thing that can keep the soul of Calcuttans warm is a cup of freshly brewed tea.

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Empowering women through literature

Empowerment is a cornerstone for enabling women to realize their full potential, make informed decisions, and actively participate in all aspects of society.

Trinamul Congress leader found dead at a hotel in Bengal's Mandarmani

A Trinamul Congress leader was found dead at a hotel at the Mandarmani sea resort in West Bengal's East Midnapore district on Saturday morning, triggering tension in the area. The hotel authorities immediately informed the local police and a police team reached the spot, recovered the body, and sent it for a post-mortem examination.

School job case: Charge framing at special PMLA court in Kolkata likely on Monday

The process of framing of charges in the case registered by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the cash-for-school job case in West Bengal is expected to be completed at a special court of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in Kolkata on 23 December.

BJP Organises protests Over recent attacks On Hindu places Of Worship in Bangladesh

In the past 48 hours, there have been reports Of attacks On at least three temples Of Bangladesh, resulting in the vandalism Of eight idols

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IISCO Steel Plant launches 'Arogya Mitra' free medical initiative, benefitting 72,000 villagers

IISCO Steel Plant (ISP), today launched \"Arogya Mitra,\" a significant Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative bringing free basic medical treatment to approximately 72,000 residents across 49 peripheral villages.

Bowlers hit nets as Team India gear up for Boxing Day Test in Melbourne

The Indian bowlers went through an intense practice session at the nets at the iconic MCG on Saturday

Sambhal survey: UP archaeologists visit to inspect well, temple

A team of the Uttar Pradesh archaeological department visited Sambhal for a survey on Saturday as part of an ongoing exercise to assess the age and historical significance of 19 wells and five pilgrimage sites in the city that witnessed communal tension last month.

100 per cent digitised ration cards under NFSA; 80 cr beneficiaries under ONOR

It has been a remarkable year for the Department for Food and Public Distribution with the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKAY) extended for five years, starting January 1. cent per cent digitised ration cards under National Food Security Act across India, 99.8 per cent fair price shops (FPSs) automated now using electronic point of sale and One Nation One Ration card enabled across the country covering 80 crore beneficiaries, among others.