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India Post releases a special cover to commemorate birth centenary of legendary musician Annapurna Devi

March 10, 2026

Barun Kr. Das, The Bengal News, Kolkata, India : Annapurna Devi Foundation has released a special cover from the India Post of the eminent Indian classical musician Annapurna Devi at the Kolkata GPO. The event was attended by eminent classical musicians like Nityanand Haldipur, Basant Kabra, Sukriti Gupta, Director Postal Services, Kolkata Region.This was a...

A Spectrum of Devotion: Vrindavan Drenched in Colors for Holi 2026

March 4, 2026

Santanu Bose, The Bengal News, Vrindavan, India : The sacred town of Vrindavan reached a crescendo of spiritual ecstasy today as millions of devotees converged to celebrate Rangwali Holi, the grand finale of the region’s legendary ten-day festive cycle. While the rest of the world marks the day with splashes of color, in Vrindavan, the...

Sholay at 50: Special Commemorative Calendar Launched; Sidhu–Pata Recreate Jai–Veeru Magic

March 1, 2026

Barun Kr. Das, The Bengal News, Kolkata, India : Celebrating 50 years of the iconic 1975 classic Sholay, a special commemorative calendar titled “Sholay 50” was unveiled in a nostalgic and star-studded event. Directed by Ramesh Sippy and written by the legendary duo Salim–Javed, Sholay remains a milestone in Indian cinema, continuing to inspire generations...

The World’s Tallest “Rose Tree”

March 1, 2026

As the winter snows recede across the Himalayan belt, the “Glory of the Spring” has made a vibrant, albeit early, return. The blooming of the Rhododendron arboreum – known locally as Buransh – has transformed the rugged mountain terrain into a sea of crimson, signaling the change of seasons and sparking both celebration and scientific...

ASHES TO ASHES, JOY TO JOY: Kashi’s Masan Holi Transforms Manikarnika Ghat into a Sea of Devotion

March 1, 2026

In a spectacle that defies the conventional boundaries between life and death, thousands of Shiva devotees, Aghori sadhus, and locals gathered at the Manikarnika Ghat on Saturday, February 28, to celebrate the legendary Masan Holi (Crematorium Holi). While the rest of India prepares for a festival of vibrant colors next week, the “City of Light”...

BARSANA BURSTS INTO COLOR: Lathmar Holi Tradition Takes Over the Streets of Braj

March 1, 2026

Santanu Bose, The Bengal News, Barsana, India : The narrow, winding lanes of Barsana, the legendary home of Radha, were transformed into a sea of crimson and indigo this week as the world-famous Lathmar Holi reached its peak. Thousands of devotees, photographers, and curious travelers descended upon this small town in Uttar Pradesh to witness...

From ‘Jai Ho’ to ‘Ore Grihobashi’: Diksha Manjari’s Basanta Utsav Rehearsals Promise a Spectacular Spring Celebration

February 28, 2026

Barun Kr. Das, The Bengal News, Kolkata, India : The spirit of spring came alive in vibrant hues and rhythmic beats as rehearsals for Diksha Manjari’s Basanta Utsav 2026 unfolded in full swing. From the energetic strains of “Jai Ho” to the timeless melody of “Ore Grihobashi,” the upcoming celebration promises an evening of music,...

Odissi dancer Sulagna Bhattacharya celebrates the festival of colours with the young talents from the city

February 24, 2026

Barun Kr. Das, The Bengal News, Kolkata, India : Sulagna Academy Trust is all set to celebrate the festival of color through it’s annual concert Rangiye Diye Jao Season 7 on 28 February, 2026 under the supervision of noted Odissi dancer Sulagna Bhattacharya. When spring writes its first verse upon the sky, and Palash whispers...

World Radio Day: “Radio Never Tires People,” Says Shrabanti Majumdar

February 24, 2026

Barun Kr. Das, The Bengal News, Kolkata, India : Celebrating the timeless charm of radio, a special event titled “Kan Pete Roi” was organized on the occasion of World Radio Day at The Yellow Turtle in South Kolkata. The evening witnessed an emotional and insightful tribute to legendary radio voice Shrabanti Majumdar, who was felicitated...

Zuluk: Himalayan Bliss

February 19, 2026

Santanu Bose, The Bengal News, West Bengal : Zuluk, with the magnificent Kanchenjungha with its mighty range, a very rich and dense flora and fauna, chirps of innumerable never-seen-before species of birs, sloopy green mountain cultivation, the famous Jeep-La pass leading to Tibet – This are the features that build a place called Zuluk. Located...

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India Post releases a special cover to commemorate birth centenary of legendary musician Annapurna Devi

A Spectrum of Devotion: Vrindavan Drenched in Colors for Holi 2026

Sholay at 50: Special Commemorative Calendar Launched; Sidhu–Pata Recreate Jai–Veeru Magic

India Post releases a special cover to commemorate birth centenary of legendary musician Annapurna Devi

A Spectrum of Devotion: Vrindavan Drenched in Colors for Holi 2026

Sholay at 50: Special Commemorative Calendar Launched; Sidhu–Pata Recreate Jai–Veeru Magic

The World’s Tallest “Rose Tree”

ASHES TO ASHES, JOY TO JOY: Kashi’s Masan Holi Transforms Manikarnika Ghat into a Sea of Devotion

BARSANA BURSTS INTO COLOR: Lathmar Holi Tradition Takes Over the Streets of Braj

From ‘Jai Ho’ to ‘Ore Grihobashi’: Diksha Manjari’s Basanta Utsav Rehearsals Promise a Spectacular Spring Celebration

Odissi dancer Sulagna Bhattacharya celebrates the festival of colours with the young talents from the city

World Radio Day: “Radio Never Tires People,” Says Shrabanti Majumdar

Zuluk: Himalayan Bliss

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India Post releases a special cover to commemorate birth centenary of legendary musician Annapurna Devi

A Spectrum of Devotion: Vrindavan Drenched in Colors for Holi 2026

Sholay at 50: Special Commemorative Calendar Launched; Sidhu–Pata Recreate Jai–Veeru Magic

The World’s Tallest “Rose Tree”

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