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November 19, 2025

Author: Ahana Bhattacharya

Ahana has over 13 years of experience in journalism. She has completed her Masters in Sociology from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi. Having worked in television, print and digital media she has been associated with publications like ABP, News18, Dainik Bhaskar (DNA newspaper) and IANS newswire among others. She is experienced in hard news coverage and beats like aviation, lifestyle and Bollywood and is now Senior Correspondent with The CSR Journal. You can connect with her at ahana@thecsrjournal.in.
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Malda district Police seizes brown sugar worth Rs 1.5 crores which was being smuggled to Bihar

In a major success ahead of Diwali, West Bengal’s Malda district police have recovered brown sugar in a huge amount. An attempt was being...

Diwali skincare: DIY face masks for a natural glow this festive season!

Festival of lights is here and preparing for Diwali involves not only decorating your home but also preparing your skin for the festive season....

Who are Dakinis and Yoginis? Why are they worshipped on Kali Puja in West Bengal?

If you walk through the winding lanes of Kolkata’s potter’s colony Kumartuli ahead of Kali Puja, you will find scary idols of demons and...

What is Bhoot Chaturdashi also known as Bengali Halloween? How is it celebrated?

While the entire world celebrates Halloween, Bengalis have their own Halloween- known as “Bhoot Chaturdashi” which is celebrated just a say before Diwali. This...

India launches first indigenous antibiotic Nafithromycin for respiratory infections, benefits cancer patients and diabetics

India has developed its first indigenously discovered antibiotic "Nafithromycin", which is effective against resistant respiratory infections, particularly useful for cancer patients and poorly controlled...

Three Afghan cricketers killed in Pakistan airstrikes, ACB withdraws from tri-nation series

Despite ceasefire, Pakistan has carried out an airstrike in Afghanistan. At least 10 people, including 3 Afghan cricketers, were killed in this sudden attack...

Hand-pulled rickshaws struggling for survival in Kolkata, appeal to state for support

After trams and yellow taxis, now it’s time for another heritage vehicle to bid goodbye to the streets of Kolkata. The city’s hand-pulled rickshaw...

Ancient Shakti Peetha, Bargabhima Temple in West Bengal’s Tamluk is connected with Mahabharata!

Significant among the 14 Shakti Peethas also known as Saati Peethas located in West Bengal, is the Bargabhima Temple. This ancient Hindu temple is...

Bhutan paying electricity bill for West Bengal’s Kali temple since British era!

The administration of Makrapara Kali Temple in Birpara, Alipurduar district of West Bengal does not have to pay the electricity bill, which is being...

World Food Day: Scientific reasons behind foods consumed by Indians during fast

People in India fast for religious and cultural reasons, observing specific days like festivals (Navaratri, Karva Chauth), days dedicated to certain deities (Mondays for...

Cheating people by promising marriage and sex: Kolkata Police busts dating app racket, 17 arrested including 16 women

Kolkata Police’s Cyber Crime Division has busted a dating app racket operating from the city’s Minto Park area and arrested 17 persons, including 16...

Bamakali Dance: Goddess Kali’s idol dances on her devotees’ shoulders in West Bengal’s Shantipur

When entire India celebrates Diwali, the state of West Bengal observes Kali Puja. Goddess Kali is worshiped, feared and revered across the state and...

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