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Want to try out Rabdigram’s Rabdi this winter?
Rabdigram is 1 hour 50 minutes away from Kolkata
By Sourav Das
Jhargram Rajbari retains all its past glory
Jhargram Palace is a timeless symbol of Bengal’s regal past
"Is Your Best Friend Abused?" – A Discussion by Buddhadeb Dasgupta Memori...
An insightful program on abuse awareness, featuring experts in psychology, law, and social activism
Zamindars of 19th century Bengal, played Cricket with ‘Gora Sahibs’ as ...
The British brought cricket to India
Advanced pet diagnostics in Bengal – GetBengal story
WBLDC introduces the much needed pet diagnostic network in Kolkata and suburbs
Sutradhars of Notungram narrate tales from folklore and mythology through w...
The wooden dolls crafted by the sutradhar narrate myriad stories
Bengali entrepreneur F.N. Gooptu’s venture, Jharna Fountain pen
Jharna Fountain Pens were an iconic product of India’s Swadeshi movement
30th Kolkata International Film Festival: A Celebration of Cinema and Tribu...
The 30th edition of KIFF will feature 175 films from 29 countries, special screenings, and tributes to legendary filmmakers
Bengali scientist's groundbreaking invention transforms global industry –...
Industrial caustic waste is a significant pollutant in the global oil refining and petrochemical sectors
The ‘Songhs’ of Old Calcutta were not just mere entertainers, but also ...
Were the ‘Songhs’ of Old Calcutta Buffoons or Truth-Tellers?
A hidden gem on Mirza Ghalib Street selling vintage records—GetBengal sto...
Mirza Ghalib Street is one of the many music hubs in Kolkata
Sri Krishna Hotel of Serampore reminds us of Indubalar Bhaater Hotel
Sri Krishna Bhaater Hotel is reminding people of the series Indubalar Bhaater Hotel
Eye of Horus: A vignette of Egypt in Kolkata. An Exclusive GB interview
Eye of Horus is the only shop in India selling exclusive products from Egypt
Kaantha: Kunsang Chhopel: The Man who trains indigenous dogs in the Dooars
For the first time, the Himalayan breeds are being trained by Kunsang
The city of joy ranked 11th globally in the Growth Hubs Index —GetBengal ...
Kolkata is expected to rise to global prominence by 2033
The man behind India’s first e-flying taxi—GetBengal story
Flying E-Taxis are a futuristic alternative to traditional modes of transport
The lost heritage of Chaplin Hall: India’s first single screen movie thea...
Jamshedji Framji Madan was the torchbearer of the Indian film industry
It took years to build Mahajati Sadan, the dream project of Netaji - GetBen...
Mahajati Sadan was the dream project of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
Unique Recycled Jungle Gym in the middle of Bankura’s Forest
Exercise is an integral part of modern life
A magical trail to winter wonderland
Tonglu is a small settlement inside the Singalila National Park area
Panchakanya of India's first all-female artists’ group – GetBengal stor...
The Group challenged gender norms in art
By Mouni Mondal
Chhenar Kalia – the savoury Bengali cuisine that became a part of Mahabho...
Chhenar Kalia is one of the Mahabhog at Girish Bhaban's puja
The topsy-turvy journey of eggs in Bengali households, traced through Benga...
The transformation of eggs in Bengali households
Wheeling straight into nostalgia – hand-pulled rickshaws of Kolkata
Soumya Shankar Ghosal is a Kolkata based street and documentary photographer
The places of worship in old Calcutta, and what we learn from them
Armenians were one of the most prosperous community in Calcutta
The woman who led one of the most successful textile businesses in West Ben...
Raunaque Jahan received an award for her entrepreneurial spirit from VFS Capital, Kolkata
Bagbazar, the ghat neighbourhood of Kolkata
Bagbazar Ghat was once known as the Old Powder Mill Ghat
Bengal's Haringhata Blue drinking water partners with Indian Railways – G...
Haringhata Blue is a West Bengal Government undertaking company
Sports Collector Sukanta Sensharma and his prized possessions- GetBengal st...
Sukanta Sen is passionate about preserving India's rich sports history
By Soumik Das
Red Panda programme gains global recognition for conservation excellence ...
Darjeeling’s Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoo is a home to Red Panda
Referred to as the 'Oxford of Bengal', Nabadwip offers much more than relig...
Explore the rich history and diverse cultural tapestry of Nadia, West Bengal
Anish Sarkar - World’s Youngest FIDE-Rated Chess Player – GetBengal sto...
FIDE is the global governing body for chess
From having Rs 100, to setting up a 200-crore business empire – Malay Deb...
Malay Debnath, Business man, Delhi, Debnath Caterers and Decorators, Rag to riches, North Bengal
Bengali included in NYC for US Election 2024 election ballots – GetBengal...
New York City is one of the most linguistically diverse places in the world
Uttam Suchitra and their mesmerizing off screen chemistry
Bengali cinema's legendary couple charmed audiences for decades with their camaraderie
By Suman Gupta
Bengal Climber Conquer Ama Dablam amid challenges – GetBengal story
Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812 meters) is known as the "Matterhorn of the Himalayas"
How a Marwari businessman in the 1890s protected modesty of Kolkata’s wom...
The Zenana Ghat in Kolkata stands as a symbol of respect and empathy for women
Bengali entrepreneur who explored business ideas across industries some 129...
Hemendra Mohan Bose was known as the ‘father of indigenous cylindrical records’
By Indrajit Sen
Bengal’s flute dolls - blend of folk art & technology – GetBengal story...
Flute doll-making is an age-old craft tradition of Bengal
By Shouvik Ray
West Bengal ITI trainees shine nationally – GetBengal story
All India Trade Tests (AITTs) is a competitive exam for trade apprentice
Kizom and its historic monastery by the river Rangeet - GetBengal story
Kizom is a quant village tucked away 30 kms from Darjeeling
The Bengal Store: A celebration of the art, crafts, textiles and agro produ...
The Bengal Store is a treasure trove of Bengal’s rich handcrafted products
The City of Joy is conferred global recognition – GetBengal story
Kolkata is the cultural and intellectual hub of India
A new mobile app, launched by East Bardhhaman police to help lodge complain...
The Bharosa app is available on the Google Play Store
Sundarini Naturals from Bengal wins International award in Paris – GetBen...
Sunderbans’ Sundarini is a women-driven dairy brand in Bengal
Satyajit Ray’s 'Maa Dugga': Exploring divergent essence of life – GetBe...
Movies are a reflection of the real world
Bankura’s heritage cinema hall caught up in the throes of extinction – ...
Rabindranath Tagore named the cinema hall Chandidas Chitra Mandir
Alipore Zoo, India’s Oldest Zoological Garden, Celebrates 150 Years—Get...
Alipore Zoo was originally called The Prince of Wales Zoological Garden
Kenjakura: Bengal’s hub of exquisite bronze utensils—GetBengal story
Kansa, or bell metal, is highly beneficial for health and wellbeing
Primary school headmaster honoured with the National Teachers’ Award 2024...
Prasanta Kumar Marik is a pioneer in child-centred education
How Pujabarshikis became an intrinsic part of Bengal’s Durga Puja—GetBe...
Durga Puja is the foremost socio-cultural festival in Bengal
Ganesh Pyne, a contemporary Bengal School artist from Kolkata –GetBengal ...
Ganesh Pyne's paintings are now highly sought after by collectors
The First Ever ‘Ladies Special’ Bus Service Introduced by the State Gov...
Ensuring women’s safety has become a top priority for everyone
Village in Murshidabad selected as the “Best Tourism Village in India”
Baranagar gets selected in the “Agri-Tourism Village Category”
Plastic Decorations ambush markets of organic Sholapith flowers – GetBeng...
Shola craft is an age-old tradition of Bengal
By Shuvra Dey
Rabindranath Tagore’s Writings Reveal his Philosophy on Libraries – Get...
Libraries are the keepers of centuries of knowledge
Swimming Against the Tide: Sayani Das, The First Indian Woman to Swim Five ...
The Oceans Seven is a marathon swimming challenge
Nemai Ghosh’s first book of photography from the French Riviera – GetBe...
The book is a collector’s gem that immortalises Ray’s brilliance
Howrah Girl Wins Gold at the International Yoga Championship in Sri Lanka ...
Yoga is an art and science of healthy living
Has Tagore’s global fame diminished over time? - GetBengal story
A giant among Bengalis but virtually unknown to the rest of the world – is this the legacy we want?
A Grandfather’s Pop-Up Books Bring Whimsy and Wonder to the Next Generati...
Pradeep Sengupta is trying his best to popularise pop-up books in Bengali
By Shouvik Ray
Tarun Bose: One of the Finest Goalkeepers of Bengal Forgotten by Time – G...
Last year Tarun Bose received the Lifetime Achievement Award
By Shuvra Dey
The Forgotten Tagore Sisters: The Untold Stories of Binayani and Sunayani T...
The residents of Thakurbari played a significant role in 'The Bengal Renaissance
By TTW
Reviving scented silk quilts from the Nawabi era – GetBengal story
These quilts are a part of Bengal's heritage
Dr. R.G. Kar: A visionary who made healthcare available to all – GetBenga...
This year marked the 172nd birth anniversary of Dr. R.G. Kar
By Shuvra Dey
From Utopia to Dystopia: 'Sultana’s Dream' Reveals a Haunting Reflection...
‘Sultana's Dream’ is now part of UNESCO’s “Memory of the World” list
Srijani Shilpagram, the art village of Santiniketan – GetBengal story
This place is known as the cultural centre of Santiniketan
‘Bioscopewala’ Doctor helps Bengal’s tribals wage war against superst...
Dr. Partha Pratim is a homeopathy doctor
By Bapi Ghosh
When Oxford came to Santiniketan - GetBengal story
On Teacher’s Day, looking back to when Oxford bent a rule for Rabindranath Tagore
Ghore Ghore Durga: The Divine Essence of Matriarchy – GetBengal story
‘Ghore Ghore Durga’ is a campaign initiated by The Bengal Store
Dom Woman of Baruipur Redefines Expectations by working at a Crematorium ...
Doms are the conferrers of moksha upon the departed souls
By Shuvra Dey
‘A Chairy Tale': Ravi Shankar, Chaturlal, Norman McLaren, and Claude Jutr...
A Chairy Tale was released by the National Film Board of Canada
By Mouni Mondal
Women of the Sundarbans Revive Lost Patachitra Art Amid Monsoon Struggles ...
The revival of Sundarban's patachitra is a story of women’s empowerment
By Sanhita Roy
Bankura University Girl Drives a Funeral Van to Dispel Superstitions and In...
Pooja is ready to take up cudgels against societal misconceptions
By Shuvra Dey
Moushumi Murmu: Salboni’s civic volunteer turned India’s women football...
Moushumi works as a Civic volunteer at Shalboni Police Station
By Shuvra Dey
Heritage buildings in Kolkata are being illuminated to breathe new life int...
The Calcutta Illumination Project was created by Mr. Mudar Patherya
How West Bengal Celebrates National Small Industry Day – GetBengal story
National Small Industry Day is celebrated on August 30th
Tagore the teacher, Tagore the humanist – GetBengal story
With Teachers’ Day coming up, a look at the maestro’s unique philosophy
Kolkata's First ‘Extreme Sports’ Community - GetBengal story
Rahul Chakraborty is the visionary behind Extreme Kolkata
Hemantabala, Rabindranath Tagore’s dear Penpal – GetBengal Story
Hemantabala refused to be confined to the Andarmahal
Four Bengali astronomers discovered 34 new giant radio sources – GetBenga...
A radio galaxy dominates the sky over Earth with radio waves
By Shuvra Dey
Government doctors provide doorstep medical services by adopting Bankura vi...
The Health Systems Development Initiative is a five-year reform and investment program
Shukto, Bengal’s ancient stew, makes a comeback – GetBengal story
Shukto is an age-old recipe referred to in many scriptures
Two Bengali physicists find a path-breaking new series representation of Pi...
The research aimed to model particle interactions with more precise parameters
Jasmit Singh, the Gutli Man from Bengal, is bringing about a mango revoluti...
Mango trees benefit the ecosystem
By TTW
Malda has the last railway station in Eastern India where no trains halt ...
Singhabad has been a silent witness to history
By Shuvra Dey
How films like Chokher Bali and Sati helped change people's perspectives on...
Widows in India faced harsh societal norms
Bengali scientists Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar - GetBengal story
The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar is one of the highest recognitions in the field of science
When the Statesman refused to publish Tagore’s letter – GetBengal story...
In 1931, Tagore expressed the anger of millions in a letter to the editor
The Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden successfully transp...
Can we, as citizens, reduce the impact of cyclones?
By TTW
Baker from Darjeeling wins a gold medal at the Asia Cake Oscars 2024 – Ge...
Yolmo’s customised cakes have put Darjeeling on the map
The district council strives to revive Birbhum’s Serpai – GetBengal sto...
The serpai has now become a piece of flair or a prized collector’s item
By TTW
Boithakata Bazar - One of the largest floating wholesale markets of the wor...
Thousands of farmers and wholesalers rely on this market for their livelihood
By TTW
Tracing the story of sculptor Chintamoni Kar, also an Olympian with a silve...
The 1948 Games were the last time art was a part of the Olympics
This Burmese Buddhist temple in Kolkata is a must-visit - GetBengal story
The Sen brothers are the keepers of the only Burmese Buddhist temple in Kolkata
The Kyd Street in Kolkata – GetBengal story
From the British Isles to Indian shore , legacy of the Kyds Family of Kolkata
The first Bengali cyclist’s expedition to Mt. Everest Base Camp creates h...
The south base camp in Nepal is located at an altitude of 5,364 feet
Dashavatar Rakhis of Bishnupur revive the ancient tradition of Bengal’s D...
Rakhi, or Raksha Bandhan, is a celebration of the bond between brothers and sisters
By TTW
The Tagorean vision which India forgot
Rabindranath Tagore was among the first to advocate dissociation from the British government
The Famous Clocks of Kolkata are still Timeless – GetBengal story
Around the 11th and 20th centuries, hundreds of clock towers were built worldwide
By TTW
Joyrambati, the Birthplace of the Holy Mother, Sri Sarada Devi – GetBenga...
The Sri Sri Matri Mandir attracts thousands of devotees every year
Kamarpukur - The Birthplace of Sri Ramakrishna - GetBengal story
Kamarpukur has become a popular tourist destination
Shyamal Jana of Contai—Banyan Tree Man on a Mission – GetBengal story
The banyan tree is an unsung hero in the fight against climate change
Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee: Legacy of a conflicted ideologue - GetBengal story...
In 2004, Wipro chairman Azim Premji declared Bhattacharjee India’s best Chief Minister
The rich heritage and revival of Bengal's handloom weaving - GetBengal stor...
The Bengal Store celebrates the art of handloom weaving
Delhi’s Dalmoth vs. Bengal’s Chanachur? The ongoing war over superiorit...
Dalmoth and Chanachur are very popular evening tea-time snacks in India
By Shuvra Dey
A Bengali scientist trio discovers superior lithium-ion batteries to tackle...
Lithium-ion batteries are crucial for solving the energy crisis and vital for 21st-century energy storage
Howrah’s Rushdah Humaira: Bengal’s first bean-to-bar chocolate maker ...
Rushdah Humaira is the only one who sells cocoa tea in India
By Shouvik Ray
Bankura mango cultivator wins big at Delhi International Mango Fest – Get...
The Delhi International Mango Festival is a spectacular event for mango lovers
Moumita Mistry’s first all-women run momo-brand – GetBengal story
Moumita redefines Bengali entrepreneurship
By Shouvik Ray
Tatini Haat of Bhadreshwar brings local art and craft to the forefront. –...
Experience the charm of local crafts and traditional foods at Tatini Haat in Bhadreshwar
The daring train robbery and the Bengali nationalist mastermind – GetBeng...
Kakori is a small, nondescript village in Uttar Pradesh
The Panchkot Dynasty’s Purulia Palace was built by Chinese masons – Get...
Damodar Shekhar established the Panchkot Royal Dynasty in 80 AD
By Shuvra Dey
The Rise and Fall of Satyajit Ray's Calcutta Sci-Fi Cine Club – GetBengal...
Satyajit Ray re-imagined the sci-fi genre in Bengal
Rangaroon is a hamlet near Darjeeling that produces the best tea in the wor...
Rangaroon Tea Garden produces some of the world’s best-quality tea
Kolkata to celebrate film maker Budhadeb Dasgupta's works and his contribut...
Buddhadeb Dasgupta was an Indian filmmaker and poet
Book review: ‘People of India are more similar than different’ – GetB...
A sequel to Sajal Ghosh’s ‘India in Celebration’
Digambari Devi set an example of women empowerment – GetBengal story
Digambari Devi was only 9 years old when she was married to Dwarkanath Tagore
By TTW
Lakshmir Bhandar helps a poor Birbhum boy study on the internet and crack t...
Lakshmir Bhandar offers financial assistance to the women of the state
P.T. Nair, the Barefoot Historian of Kolkata is no more – GetBengal story...
Explore the life of P.T. Nair, the Kolkata chronicler
By Saheli Mitra
Success Stories of Kolkata’s Transgender Community – GetBengal story
Pride Month is crucial for boosting trans visibility and raising awareness
Book review: From the outside, looking in – GetBengal story
A corporate hotshot muses on all things ‘Bangali’
Reimagining Tagore: Non-Bengali Singers and Rabindrasangeet – GetBengal s...
When Rabindranath Tagore’s compositions were rendered by national legends
By Indrajit Sen
When India issued a special postal levy for Bengali refugees - GetBengal st...
On World Refugee Day, a look back at a very special Indian tax
Kolkata street art and graffities transform the cityscape – GetBengal sto...
Street art of modern Kolkata and how it has turned the city into an open air
The first sports management course in India started in Bengal – GetBengal...
Kolkata introduced the first diploma in sports management at IISWBM
Somra Palace and the Sukharia village in Hooghly district of Bengal – Ge...
Mrinal Sen’s iconic film, Akaler Sandhaney, was shot in Somrabazar
By Saheli Mitra
Indra Dugar: Indra Dugar reimagined the landscape of Indian art- GetBengal ...
An artist from Bengal whose work was inspired and influenced by Santiniketan
By Manan Dutta
Prayag Film City : The film city in Bengal which is yet to spread its wings...
Prayag Film City is still a fascinating place for film enthusiasts and tourists
Girindranath, the lesser-known Tagore who was creatively crazy! – GetBeng...
Girindranath Tagore was the uncle of Rabindranth Tagore
A Unique Tram Event Held in Kolkata to Preserve the Environment—GetBengal...
Let’s support our trams for a cleaner and greener future
The Garhbari of Bansberia with its unique Hansheswari Temple – GetBengal ...
The Hanshewari temple is a must-see for history and architecture enthusiasts
By Saheli Mitra
The Palace of Maheshadal – Country life redefined in Bengal – GetBengal...
Maheshadal Rajbari has been converted into a royal guest house
By Saheli Mitra
Growing apples in Beldanga: School teacher’s amazing feat – GetBengal s...
Rupesh Das is making waves with his apple-growing success in Murshidabad
Anasuya Sengupta becomes the first Indian to Win the Top Acting Award at Ca...
Anasuya dedicated the award to the queer community and other marginalised communities
New Biopic on ‘the rebel eternal’ Nazrul to trace his entire life – G...
The first biopic of the rebel poet Kazi Nazrul Islam will start shooting this winter
Rural Palaces of Bengal: The forgotten Andul Rajbari – GetBengal story
The royal palace of Andul in Howrah still mesmerises us
By Saheli Mitra
The cartoonist who sells coffee: – GetBengal story
Shyam Prasad Dey’s coffee stall is a rendezvous for artistic experience
The magnificent façade of Basu Bati reminds us of a lost heritage – GetB...
The Basu Bati was designed by a well-known Bengali engineer, Nilmoni Mitra
By Saheli Mitra
Culinary Trendsetters of Tagore Household – GetBengal story
Know about the gastronomic heritage of Jorasanko Thakurbari
City Palace of Burdwan Maharaj – GetBengal story
Bijay Manzil was once the City Palace of the Maharaja of Burdwan
By Saheli Mitra
Know Your Kidney, the all-purpose app for your kidney health - GetBengal st...
The app has been created by two nephrologists from Kolkata and Patna
Jack Preger, the street doctor who took care of Kolkata’s poorest for 40 ...
This World Red Cross Day, let's remember The Pavement Doctor of Calcutta
Declaration of the Independence of the Mind. A proclamation signed by lumin...
Rolland and Tagore united in their quest for intellectual freedom and artistic expression
The Bengali Kheyal Story – GetBengal story
Kheyal brings Bengal to life at the University of Chicago
The Marble Palace in Kolkata speaks of the grandeur of the Mullicks – Ge...
The Marble Palace in Kolkata was built by late Rajendra Mullick
By Saheli Mitra
Arshad Shamim – Kolkata’s ‘Sultan Kurtas’ takes India’s textile i...
Arshad Shamim's goal is to establish Sultan as a textile and apparel brand
Housewife from rural Sundarbans reach top 5 in all India Nutritious Food Co...
Ganga Rani Haldar, from Sundarban, wins the spotlight with her cooking skills
By TTW
"Like a Dog Foundation’- Treating animals with care—GetBengal story
‘Like a Dog Foundation’ is a Kolkata-based non-profit organisation dedicated to take care of stray dogs
Gooptus of Middleton – First Native family to move to Calcutta’s ‘Whi...
The Gooptu Palace House was built as a blend of Indian and European aesthetics
By Saheli Mitra
Save Kolkata’s Trams- mission by a retired biochemist
Kolkata boasts of India's only city with operational trams
By TTW
The enduring charm of pantabhaat in Bengali cuisine—GetBengal story
Panta bhaat traditionally is a cuisine from rural Bengal
The Life of Abadhoot- Rebel and Recluse to become a bestselling author —G...
Dulal Mukhopadhyay's transition into the enigmatic Abadhoot
By TTW
The Staircase Bridge—175-year-old Thanthania Laha Palace—GetBengal stor...
The cantilever staircase of Thanthania Laha Palace echoes tales spanning three centuries
By Saheli Mitra
The Bengali Panjika: A timeless tradition intrinsic to the Bengali New Year...
Poila Baisakh feels incomplete without a panjika
Howrah bridge look-alike on the lake to connect to a mosque – GetBengal ...
Did you know Kolkata has India's only mosque amidst water?
Gondhoraj Ghol: The Perfect Summer Cooler! - GetBengal story
Ghol with Gondhoraj lime is a quintessential Bengali summer drink
Millet cultivation in Bengal – GetBengal story
Revival of millet cultivation in Bengal, promoting healthy alternatives
By TTW
Rishav Ghosh breaks taboo by singing on the streets—GetBengal story
Rishav Ghosh's Street Symphony Lights Up Kolkata's Nights
Shyamali Khastagir, The woman behind Santiniketan’s Shonibarer Haat—Get...
Shyamali Khastagir played a key role in initiating Santiniketan's ‘Shonibarer Haat’
By Subhomoy Roy
Paharkol – how the barren land of Bankura turned green in a govt-public d...
The Paharkol hillock, situated in Bankura's Hirbandh block, lacked any vegetation previously
Amartya Bhattacharya’s ‘Son of Adam’ gets prestigious award at the Ma...
'Son of Adam' is an attempt to adapt a musical album into cinema
Debarata Chattopadhyay: A Bookaholic who bought books worth Rs 3 lakh from ...
This year, Debarata has proved himself to be the Kolkata Book Fair’s grandest icon
The Recipes and Rituals of Ramazan – GetBengal story
The Islamic lunar calendar heralds the start of Ramadan
Five products from Bengal get the prestigious GI tags – GetBengal story
Sunderban Honey, Kalo Nuniya rice, Tangail, Garad and Korial sarees are GI tagged
Bengal’s Ras Malai gets 2nd position among the world’s best cheese dess...
Ras Malai is now set to delight palates and captivate hearts worldwide
By Saheli Mitra
Eden Gardens to Lord’s cricket stadium: Journey of a Lifetime! – GetBe...
‘The Drive of Dreams’ expedition is a tribute to the erstwhile Kolkata- London bus service
‘Bawa-Bhonu Gupshup’ promises to bring Kolkatans closer to the dwindlin...
Parsi heritage to be celebrated in Kolkata in the ‘Bawa Bhonu Gup-Shup’ event
By TTW
Lesser known ports along Hooghly river played an important role in Bengal t...
The "River-Time Silk Banners" project sheds light on the historical significance of ports along the Hooghly River
Uttam and Suchitra, an unbeatable romantic pair - GetBengal story
They shared an intimacy that was difficult to decipher off-screen
Debdut Saha, son of a farm labourer, tops UPSC Statistical Exams – GetBen...
He is an all-rounder in studies and gives education immense importance
Is Women’s Day Still Relevant? Gen Z Speaks Out: - GetBengal story
Is Women’s day just another creation of the patriarchy?
“Parama: A journey with Aparna Sen” – the new documentary on Aparna S...
The documentary recently had its world premiere at the International Film Festival Rotterdam
By TTW
Book on ‘One Less-than-a-crore Rock carvings of Unakoti’ released – G...
Launched on 2nd March at the city’s Middleton Art Gallery
By TTW
India’s First Non-Profit Café where the employees are either rescued or ...
It took two years to start the café, with it opening on 23rd January 2024
60-year-old mystery solved: Molecular model of heart discovered by Bengali ...
For the past 60 years, scientists across the globe have been researching the molecular formation of the heart
By Shuvra Dey
Juveline gharials moved to new habitat through first-of-its-kind Green Corr...
Sadly, these unique crocodiles face a multitude of threats
Ayodhya Hills Tourism gets a boost with unique marathon ‘Run for Tribals...
The prize money was quite alluring to encourage the runners
Historical exhibition at Sabarna Sangrahashala with a special display on tr...
This museum is a preservation of forgotten history
Biker duo Madhuritu and Arunav spreading love for stray animals and birds
The duo, passionate animal lovers since childhood, run a travel agency
Ai Yugo - the Japanese student who came from Tokyo in a quest to learn Beng...
Yugo studied in a Tokyo school and was brought up there
By Suman Sadhu
Scottish Church College to get its 2nd Campus in the restored Duff College ...
The new campus building has 28 rooms, and 1000-1200 students can study here at the same time
By TTW
First Toto dictionary, keeping an endangered language alive :Interview with...
Bhakta Toto is the ‘language scientist’ trying to preserve his mother tongue
By Saheli Mitra
The Bengali trio who designed the Grammy-winning album of Shakti! – GetBe...
Their pride in acknowledging their roots and hometown goes to show how Kolkata has shaped them
Kurkut chutney - bridging the gap between the tribal and mainstream Bengal ...
Kurkut is a red weaver ant that people usually avoid in fear of its acidic prick
By TTW
Bengal’s Gobindobhog &Tulaipanji rice to get the global export grading ta...
Gobindobhog and Tulaipanji variety rice got the Geographical Indication tags on August 28, 2017
Chandannagar Museum now open to public - GetBengal story
Chandannagar College is the country’s only educational institution that was shut down from 1908-31 in view of the revolutionary activities
Where have all the letters gone?- GetBengal story
Letters have always played a crucial role in Bengal’s rural and urban lives
Where have all the birds gone? - GetBengal story
Two types of migratory birds come to Bengal, the Trans-Himalayan species and the local migratory birds
Takdira Begum received Padma Shri for astonishing work on Nakshi Kantha sti...
She is not just a craftsperson being awarded, but rather an inspirational story to be heard and told
17-year-old Nabanita Mandal, who waged war against Haematological Cancer - ...
Many were inspired by her real-life story
‘Boro Lok er Beti Lo’ original singer & composer Ratan Kahar gets Padma...
He is more concerned about the poverty he has fought, yet keeping the folk songs of Birbhum alive
Gangasagar Mela: Does Faith override the ‘Environmental Sustainability’...
Sagar Island is part of the Sundarbans island complex with an area of nearly 240 sq. km
By Saheli Mitra
Putul Naach – Preserving the lost art of Doll Making, by Chalchitra Acade...
Many Majilpur dolls were crafted to mock the arrogance and superficiality depicted in the Babu culture
By TTW
Are Bengalis 'Army Shy?' The question persists - GetBengal story
Army veterans give their views on the perception
By TTW
Joynagarer Moa, not just a sweet, but a brand in itself
Joynagar is also about stalwarts and an illustrious past
By Shuvra Dey
Kolkata hears the story of Bo Thet Htun, whose films got him expelled from ...
KIFF: Broken Dreams is the creative output of eight filmmakers
By Suman Sadhu
The Life and Times of David Hare by Sarojesh Mukerjee – GetBengal story
The book launch event was graced by renowned novelist and poet Amit Chaudhuri and acclaimed historian Dr. Rosinka Chaudhuri
You too can now adopt animals from Alipore Zoological Park - GetBengal stor...
In 2013, Alipore Zoological Park flagged off their ‘animal adoption’ program
By Shouvik Ray
Bina Das, the fearless 21-years-old who asserted rebellion against British ...
Her actions consequently inspired many young women to participate in the freedom struggle of India
This winter, head to Sittong - 'The Orange Village of Darjeeling'
Quaint town of Kurseong is the new tourist destination
Rajdeep Mahant and Lisa Dutta become messiahs for stray dogs - GetBengal st...
Beating stray dogs is the most common form of assault, followed by their confinement and maiming them
Boi-Thek Khana: New Library by Jadavpur Shramjeevi Trust - GetBengal story
Fiction and non-fiction books will also be available along with children’s literature
By Shouvik Ray
New beetle discovered in Behala: An interview with Zoology head of Ballygun...
The newly discovered beetle has been christened 'Maladera Kolkataensis' Bhuinya, Gupta, Sarkar and Ahrens-2023
By Shuvra Dey
Alipore Zoo gears up to house green anacondas and penguins: Will they survi...
The challenges are daunting but Kolkata zoo authorities are ready to provide the best possible habitat for the animals and birds
By Shuvra Dey
WB Ham Radio club reunites lost father with son - GetBengal story
Ham radio is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics and communication together
Detective Deepak Chatterjee & Swapan Kumar: Poster Boys of Bengal
Churning out detective stories by the dozen was only one of Swapan Kumar’s daily chores
By Shuvra Dey
Raimatang: Enjoy a stay at the forested butterfly village near Alipurduar -...
Located by the river Raimatang in Dooars, this region is very close to the Buxa Tiger Reserve
Bongaon High School gets new arch in Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay’s name -...
The history of Bongaon is intertwined with the literary legend, Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay
Bangladesh’s ‘Nona Pani’ to be screened at 29th KIFF - GetBengal stor...
The narrative depicts the profound impact of Cyclone Aila on the lives of Khulna’s inhabitants
By Suman Sadhu
New bird species spotted by Bengali bird enthusiasts in Arunachal - GetBeng...
The Lapland Longspur inhabits the Sumeru region
Sourav Sarangi’s Bagh Bahini at KIFF 2023 talks about unknown Tiger Savio...
Sourav Sarangi has been visiting the Sundarbans for 7 to 8 years now
By Suman Sadhu
The first State Government ‘Organic Haat’ opened in Rajarhat - GetBenga...
The Organic Haat building is around 11,000 sqm and has 7 floors
By TTW
The Book Bank of Vivekananda College is a big hit for needy students - GetB...
Book banks provide the students with books throughout the semester without any cost
Upcoming Symposium focusing on ‘The Lives of Sundarbans’ - GetBengal st...
Howrah Bignyan Chetona Samanwaya is a well-known NGO that prioritizes ‘Nature and Environment’
By Shuvra Dey
Girl students set to join Scottish Church Collegiate School - GetBengal sto...
Girls will be entering the hallowed portal of the male stronghold from 2024
Kukur Tihar – celebrating the existence of man’s best friend - GetBenga...
According to legend, the dog is a messenger of Yama, the god of death, and they guard the doors of Heaven
Chandannagar Jagadhatri Puja spreading organ donation awareness through las...
It is celebrated over five days from Sasthi to Dashami
Bankura youth shocks the world by painting on poppy seeds! - GetBengal stor...
Ankur Samanta from Tella village in Bankura is an engineering student
Legend behind Ma-i-toh Kali Temple of Sonamukhi - GetBengal story
Sonamukhi is an ancient settlement of Bankura and is renowned for its five-day-long festivities during Kali pujo
Upcoming investors’ summit aims to transform state to an industrial power...
The flagship investors’ summit of Government of West Bengal is now in its 7th edition
Maa Phire Elo - the Durga Museum of Rabindra Sarovar - GetBengal story
With the initiative of the State government and the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, the museum has been created in Dhakuria Lake
Blindness could not stop Sabita Haldar from becoming the Howrah Station ann...
Sabita lost her vision when she rejected the proposal of a young man
Lodha-shabar's Khoabgaon emerges stronger, thanks to Chalchitra Academy - G...
Chalchitra Academy has been working towards bringing together folk art with mainstream artists
By Mouni Mondal
School built by architect Rajen Mookerjee completes 100 years
Bhabla Tantra Sir Rajendra High School is a renowned school in the Basirhat Sub-division
Why is the day before Kali Puja celebrated as Bhoot Chaturdashi? - GetBenga...
Bengalis have a strange fascination for the paranormal world
By Shuvra Dey
Mashaals herald Kali Puja of Malda following rituals of dacoits - GetBengal...
During the few days preceding the Puja, all the villagers turn strictly vegetarian
Sri Aurobindo Pathamandir: a historical gem unrecognised by most
A quaint library located at the heart of Kolkata, a tour inside Sri Aurobindo Pathamandir can be a treat for the bookworms
How are traditional diya makers of Bengal doing? - GetBengal story
Fighting alongside the Chinese electric lights are the earthen lamps which once used to dominate the markets of Bengal
‘Kochuripana’ will no longer be a nuisance - generating handicrafts fro...
Visva Bharati student’s novel scheme gets state minister’s nod
Colonelgola Kali Mandir, Midnapore was frequented by freedom fighters - Get...
The Kali puja was started by the Dutta zamindar household
Motilal Seal, the first Bengali businessman to trade with Australia - GetBe...
First businessman to trade with Australia and use steamships
Here’s to the bygone musical ‘bebop’ era of Kolkata - GetBengal story...
Kolkata became the hotbed of jazz music during the 1970s
Monika Santra – the village girl matching her dance steps to dream big - ...
Under the tutelage of Shubhankar Ghosh, Moni honed her skills in classical dance
IAS officer Vivek Kumar’s special Puja release celebrates ‘touch’ - G...
Despite a super busy schedule, Vivek Kumar still finds time for music
Tamali Saha cracks IAS in first attempt at the age of only 23 - GetBengal s...
Her extraordinary journey serves as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring individuals all across the nation
Detective Shabor Dasgupta owes solely to creator Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay ...
Today is Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay's birthday
The illustrious Butto Kristo Paul chemist shop at North Kolkata - GetBengal...
92B Sovabazar Street is an iconic address
Have we forgotten the great historian Amales Tripathi? - GetBengal story
He initiated the creation of a History Honours curriculum based on modern research and literature
By Shuvra Dey
Will Pyari Pandit’s historic pathshala where Sarat Chandra studied be res...
Pyari Pandit’s pathshala is in shambles as its condition deteriorates with time
West Bengal’s first ‘Palna’ scheme for abandoned infants - GetBengal ...
Each year, 11 million infants are forsaken in India, left near railroad tracks, city dumps, and bus stands, the possibility of death all but certain
Why Organic farmers are doing great in West Bengal - GetBengal story
With the help of organic farming, entrepreneurs are getting involved in new-age natural agriculture
UNESCO recognizes Bengal’s Durga Puja as the “Intangible Cultural Herit...
Nearly 36,946 community Durga Pujas are organized in Bengal, among which 2,500 take place within Kolkata
Sarees made of water hyacinth yarn set to win hearts - GetBengal story
Swachhata Pukare has teamed up with Naturecraft to create sarees using water hyacinths
Rupban Jatra Pala – a dying art form of Bengal set to revive - GetBengal ...
Stylized delivery and exaggerated gestures and orations are some of the features of Jatra
By TTW
Bengal's first quarterly ‘dog magazine’ for all pet parents - GetBengal...
A glance at the magazine's table of contents gives an idea of how useful they are for all dog lovers
Lacework in Iron: Balusters and Railings of Kolkata - GetBengal story
The railings of Kolkata homes since the British era and pre-British era were made from cast iron
By TTW
Khanam: Dhaka's first modern woman painter - GetBengal story
Nawabzadi Meherbanu Khanam was probably the first female painter of Muslim Bengal
By Shuvra Dey
The 'oh-so-unique' Raj Rajeshwari Durga Puja of Krishnanagar Rajbari – Ge...
This puja was started by Maharaja Rudra Roy, the great grandfather of Krishna Chandra Roy
Curious stories about the 480-year-old Naskari Durga Puja - GetBengal story...
The first day of Puja starts on Krishna Nabami, under a neem tree
Cook at Home this Pujo: Mitra Café style Fish Kabiraji - GetBengal story
The café’s signature item is the kabiraji cutlet and the most sought-after dish by foodies
Tradition reigns at 300-year-old Balisai Bhuiangarh Zamindarbari Durga Puja...
Since its inception, the Balisai Bhuiangarh Zamindars organized and financed Durga Puja and the tradition continues
Ghoshal Zamindar Bari Durga Pujo of Konnagar - GetBengal story
This year the puja of the Ghoshal Bari will complete its 569th year
Recreate Anadi Cabin’s Mughlai Paratha at home this Puja – GetBengal st...
Mughlai paratha is originally a deep-fried crispy Indian bread made with refined flour stuffed with egg or keema
Bengali techie makes it to Stanford's list of world's best scientists thric...
Professor Chakraborty has been researching advanced technologies on rural health systems for a long time
WBTDCL’s Puja Parikrama package is the ultimate Durga Puja experience - G...
From some of Kolkata’s most popular pujos to some of Bengal’s oldest, a list of pujas you must visit this year
Bengali midfielder emerging to rule in Canadian professional soccer - GetBe...
In October 2017, Shome made his MLS debut in the Montreal Impact's final game of the season
The fascinating journey of Hindol Roy, the antique gadget collector - GetBe...
Roy is a resident of College Para in Siuri, Birbhum district
"মা আসছেন": The Making of a Durga Puja Pavilion in Kolkata & ...
Every autumn, the city transforms itself into a huge public Art Festival
Nalban to get a 360-degree makeover by New Year - GetBengal story
East Kolkata Wetlands are famously known as the 'Kidney of Kolkata'
Jhargram people skipping sleep to protect migratory birds - GetBengal story...
For many years Kendua under Jambani range, Jhargram has been a safe haven for migratory birds
Pata Durga, where art surpasses religious bounderies - GetBengal story
The ‘pata chitra’ painters are called patua
Anti-ragging kit developed by Bengali researchers to hit markets - GetBenga...
The location where the ragging is taking place will be pinpointed on the mobile itself
Yelbong – The hidden Canyon of North Bengal - GetBengal story
Yelbong is considered by trekkers as one of the best canyon trek
Century-old Durga Puja of Purulia’s Deulghata - GetBengal story
The first mention of the Deulghata temple is found in the writings of the commissioner of Chota Nagpur
When Tandon Bari of Jorasanko lit up as a Theatre Stage - GetBengal story
Directed by actor and architect Anubha Fatehpuria, the play was presented by Padatik and Trisys Foundation
By TTW
The first Indian Air Force pilot to get a Distinguished Flying Cross was a ...
Wing Commander Karun Krishna Majumdar was an exceptional man
‘Shabeki’ café in North Kolkata where Derozio held meetings - GetBenga...
The café offers a range of beverages and snacks to its patrons such as tea, coffee, sandwich, soup etc
Teachers and doctors across Bengal, serving the society for 1 rupee or less...
These teachers and doctors are the hope and inspiration of the present generation and their vision must be taken forward by their disciples.
Aspiring sculptors transcend visual disability to make Durga idols - GetBen...
This was the first time that visually impaired apprentices worked on the theme, Maa Aschhen
Shantipur Ray Bari Durga Puja, that started by worshipping a bamboo ‘winn...
Here, Maa Durga is known as the “Kulopoti Devi”
By TTW
Bengal’s ‘Raastar Master’ selected for Global Teacher Award - GetBeng...
The Global Teacher Prize acknowledges educators displaying dedication and innovation in their teaching practices
Sandhya Mukherjee was a national treasure, which we never saw - GetBengal ...
The renowned singer left us last year
Octogenarian Sunil Pal brandishes art, his weapon for survival - GetBengal ...
Pal is a self-taught artist who picked up the finer aspects of paintings from a street artist in Manicktala years ago
By TTW
Candle-making to empower rural women of Bengal financially - GetBengal stor...
Scented candles are a valuable tool for promoting mental health and well-being
By TTW
Did the first Indian Durga Puja start in Tahirpur? – GetBengal story
It is believed that grand celebration of Durga Puja first began in late 1500s
Back when the Bengal riots unnerved Mahatma Gandhi - GetBengal story
How did he react to the butchering of innocent lives!
Global scientific community abuzz with sea-robin species discovered in Digh...
Fish inhabiting the coastal waters of Digha constitute a treasured resource both in terms of their utility as food and as materials for scientific study
100 years of ‘Abol Tabol:’ still at pinnacles of popularity – GetBeng...
The poems are not merely for children and each poem and even the quatrains, have a message and clues embedded in it
By Shuvra Dey
Dukhu Majhi: The man on a ‘green gold’ mission - GetBengal story
Majhi decides new destinations each day and plants saplings while watering and tending the ones he has already planted
By Shuvra Dey
Kolkata matchbox collector Srijan De Sarkar depicts history of matchboxes -...
It was his father Gopi De Sarkar whose love for matchboxes ignited this remarkable passion in him
Boroli: proudly called the ‘Hilsa’ of North Bengal - GetBengal story
‘Boroli’ or Barred Boril (Barilius barila) fish, is normally found in clear streams in the foothills
Titas Sadhu: a pacer propeling India to Asian Games Gold - GetBengal story
Many feel Titas is a worthy successor of Goswami
Babarsa from Khirpai, Bengal, finds its doppelganger in Ghevar, a Rajsthani...
Khirpai is located in Ghatal Mahakuma, Paschim Medinipur, and has its name etched in history because of Babarsa
Merchants from faraway Greece once tried their luck in Kolkata - GetBengal ...
From Murgihatta to Kalighat
600-year-old Durga puja that starts with Muslims offering bhog to Maa Durga...
This Pujo was started by the Banerjee family who lived in Monigram, Sagardighi
By TTW
Dakshindihi evokes fond memories of Tagore family’s connection with Bangl...
Dakshindihi is a village under Phultala Union Parishad of Phultala Upazila in Khulna, Bangladesh
Kiriteshwari village wins ‘India's best village for tourism’ honour - G...
Hindus and Muslims have been jointly taking care of this holy shrine in Kiriteshwari village for generationsHindus and Muslims have been jointly taking care of this holy shrine in Kiriteshwari village for generations
Sonagachhi Durga Puja: Breaking fetters of customs to soak in the Puja spir...
Durbar Mahila Samanwaya Committee is an organization that works for the rights of the sex workers in the state
Rasgullas to rum balls – all the Kolkata sweets that have made it to the ...
Tasteatlas describes Flurys as a legendary tea room and confectionery located in Kolkata, established in 1927
Dutta bari at Beadon Street continues with the art of crafting sky lanterns...
Sky lanterns are also called Kongming lanterns in China
Moichara – the century-old ‘secular’ rural festival of Bengal - GetBe...
Moichara is a cattle race festival, marking the arrival of monsoon
By TTW
The long-forgotten history of Kolkata's Metropolitan Building – GetBengal...
Century old White way Laid law & Co
Suchitra Mitra not only sang, but also absorbed Rabindranath’s philosophy...
Remembering on her birthday
First Land mapping of India started in Bengal by none other than Radhanath ...
Radhanath was one of the first two Indians to read Isaac Newton's Principia
By TTW
Wajid Ali shah introduced 'kite flying' to Bengal - GetBengal story
Fly your kites high and remember the historical tale
State government brings ‘Banglar Saree’ stores before Pujas for afforda...
State Minister Swapan Debnath mooted the idea of 'Duare Saree' akin to Duare Sarkar Camp
Shiuli – The Parcel Café bears testimony to the ongoing history of the G...
It is named after a popular autumn flower of Bengal - Shiuli
State to satiate gourmets with Bengal Black goat meat before this pujas - G...
Health-conscious individuals love it since it is lean, rich in nutrients, and low in fat
Sarat Chandra, the creator of iconic women characters in Bengali Literature...
His last novel Shesh Proshno also celebrates women
Pick a grub while Pujo shopping! Gariahat’s historic eateries will entice...
If you are in the area, drop in to some of the historic eateries dotting here since ages
Sadhan C Dutt, the first to introduce private sector consulting firm in Ind...
Dutt devoted his entire life to serving society in a variety of capacities
Band of four Bengali scientists bestowed with Bhatnagar Prize 2022 – GetB...
The winners include Debabrata Maiti, Anindya Das, Deepyaan Gangopadhyay and Basudev Dasgupta
Famous Khansamas of Kolkata and roads named in their honour - GetBengal sto...
The meaning of the Persian word 'Khansama' in Bengali, is an attendant who serves food, but for the old Calcutta gentlemen, Khansama meant a cook
By TTW
Suman Ghosh’s ‘The Scavenger of Dreams’ reaches Busan Int’l Film Fe...
The city film fraternity is all agog with excitement as Ghosh's film
By Shuvra Dey
The myriad emotions of Bibhutibhushan's characters, fascinated Satyajit Ray...
Ray turned five of his novels to films
Street art of Patuli set to enkindle a vignette of Belfast - GetBengal stor...
Street art is created in a vast variety of ways with a wide range of techniques
Unique Alpona Village of Bangladesh that is also the memorial site of Tebha...
Houses of Tikoil village in Nacholupazila of Chapai Nawabgunj in Bangladesh have houses painted with Alpona
By Abdul Aziz
‘New Town’ considered ‘Best Smart City of India’, to receive award ...
New Town has come a long way and has a bright future ahead
West Bengal on a voyage towards an educated society – GetBengal story
Celebrating International Literacy Day
By TTW
None in Bengali literature reinterpreted history so poetically as Sunil Gan...
On his birth anniversary, remembering Sunil
Savoury Taal-made dishes to sweeten up your Janmasthami celebrations - GetB...
The transformation of palm fruit in Bengali kitchens
Plot No 5, and not Ogo Bodhu Sundori was Uttam Kumar’s last movie to rele...
Plot No. 5 was a hit in Bengal and it ran for as many as 10 weeks in Elite Cinema Hall
London University confers D.Litt. on Mughal art historian Asok Kumar Das - ...
Dr. Das wrote ‘Matir Neechay Itihash’ that was published in the Magh, 1369
By Mouni Mondal
Maya invites you to an adda with Chandra Shekhar Ghosh, a Bengali tycoon li...
Chandra Shekhar Ghosh is MD & CEO of Bandhan Bank
Kolkata Metro joins the league of world class cities like Berlin and London...
The steel third rail will now be replaced by high grade Aluminium Third Rail which comes with several advantages
Manchas of 18th century Bengal hold key to architectural splendour -GetBeng...
Manchas are of three types -- Dolmancha, Rasmancha and Tulsimancha
By TTW
Chhau mask-making dates back to the era of King Madan Mohan Singh Deo of Ba...
How are the gifted artisans doing?
Chequered journey of a girls’ school from California to Dhaka, to Kolkata...
According to Swamiji, true education builds character and develops personality
Trees growing from disposed ‘rakhis’ – a Gach Green Hands Social Welf...
These people have been making rakhis out of soil and terracotta for the last two or three years
On top of the world, looking down at creation – GetBengal story
Biswas’ love affair with the mountains began back in the early 1990s when he was barely 20
By Shuvra Dey
The uniquely intricate Bengal Nakshi Pakha was popular in British India - G...
Visit to the ‘Pakha Gram’ of Bengal
The voice behind Sealdah station announcements is that of the visually impa...
Paritosh relies on his exceptional memory and auditory skills to remember and recall train details accurately
Project PAW – saving canines to save humans – GetBengal story
Project PAW began its journey from Bardhhaman
State to launch "Yatri Sathi" to revitalize city’s iconic yellow taxis - ...
The new mobile application, developed under the state government, is named "Yatri Sathi"
Fluid Moments- photographer Sankha Kar's tryst with the nuances of water - ...
A photographic exhibition by photo-journalist Shanka Kar' exceptional observation of water.
Bengal small-town scientists played lead roles in Chandrayaan-3 mission
Anuj Nandi’s family members are residents of Islampur’s Ashrampara
Tracing the life and times of Bengal’s pioneer entomologist who created a...
Many of his important research articles were published regularly in renowned scientific journals in the country and abroad
Satyendranath Tagore’s wife was the first to teach the modern ‘Bangali...
The common Bengalis started calling her style of wearing a saree ‘the saree style of the Tagore family’
Sea Explorers Institute, Kolkata gears up for India’s first river pentath...
The Sea Explorers Institute, Kolkata, was the brainchild of distinguished scientist, explorer, voyager, swimmer, and oarsman, Dr. Pinaki Ranjan Chatterjee
Sambhu Mitra, undeniably the living legend of Bengali Theatre - GetBengal s...
Biplab Dasgupta remembers him on his Birth Anniversary
Bengal to lead mangrove forestation scheme nationwide to stall coastal eros...
The Union government has proposed to the state government to initiate the mangrove plantation module nationwide
Board Game Museum: Where Board Games Teach History - GetBengal story
This unique museum is situated in professor Souvik Mukherjee’s residence on Ballygunge Circular Road
By Soumik Das
Personas, who cemented the bond between Bengali women and photography - Get...
The Tagore ladies were among the first to take to photography
Bengali scientists unravel the great ambiguity of Quantum mechanics - GetBe...
At a fundamental level, both radiation and matter have the characteristics of particles and waves
Rabindranath Tagore's poetry helped Sampooran Singh Kalra become Gulzar - G...
Why he translated Tagore?
Century-old Barrister Babur Bari being guarded by 4 women from landsharks -...
Barrister Babur Bari is situated in Beliaghata on 92, Kavi Sukanata Sarani boasting of European architectural influences
Malda teen javelin thrower aspires to win medals for India at the Olympics ...
Mishti trains under her coach, Asit Pal, and practices diligently in the field of the District Sports Association, Malda
Jalangi river turns into a lotus colony, thanks to RPF worker Nishit Mondal...
The lotus has existed on the earth for thousands of years, and their distribution is widespread
DTDC – a Bengali entrepreneur’s dream gets wings to take worldwide flig...
Meet Subhasish Chakraborty, a Bengali who made a global brand
By Shuvra Dey
Swami Vivekananda himself tried all sorts of non-vegetarian foods, includin...
In a ‘food intolerant’ India how Vivekananda’s teachings should work
By Saheli Mitra
Poetry for Sukanta Bhattacharya was born from the trauma of war and famine ...
Aren’t his poems relevant during the recent migrant labourer crisis?
By Shuvra Dey
Freedom from communalism - did Aurobindo Ghosh wish for an unified India? -...
Quoting his famous Independence Day speech, Unified India
Chamurchi, its awe-inspiring biodiversity, picturesque locations, and easy ...
Described as the Gateway to Bhutan, Chamurchi is filled with awe-inspiring biodiversity
Howrah Para swimmer scripts history by crossing English Channel two ways - ...
Earlier in 2018, Rimo crossed the English Channel setting up a National record
By Shuvra Dey
Jhandi, one of the yet-to-be explored jewels of North Bengal - GetBengal st...
Calling nature lovers and adventure tourists
Why protecting 'elephant corridors' is a growing essentiality - GetBengal s...
Northern West Bengal is home to nearly 500 elephants
Scientist Bikash Sinha, the man who dared to defy political clout for the c...
He was a member of the Visva-Bharati University's Academic Council since 2002
By TTW
Bengali compulsory in every school of West Bengal, State declares - GetBeng...
This can also give rise to a three-tier linguistic system in West Bengal
Seed bombs to rescue the lost greenery of the famous Susunia Hills - GetBen...
It is a reserve for medicinal plants and a good location for camping and rock climbing
SKOCH Star of Governance Award 2022 conferred on WB Forest department - Get...
Following the SKOCH evaluation process for governance awards, West Bengal topped in the forestry sector in 2022
Kakali Das Kapas brings alive Van Gogh’s Starry Night on Batik – GetBen...
Kakali Das Kapas is an experienced Batik designer, her work is recognised at both District and State levels
Dr. James Esdaile: the Father of Anaesthesia started work at Hooghly Hospit...
After the success of the first attempt, Esdaile started performing more such surgeries using mesmerism
By TTW
Howrah resident contributing greatly to nature conservation: Exclusive GetB...
Chitrak Pramanik, a resident of Howrah, Bagnan is dedicated to conserving nature and the animals
UK-based women’s group set for a Saree Walkathon on National Handloom Day...
India decided to highlight the country’s ancient heritage and declared August 7 as National Handloom Day
Even the all-pervasive death failed to diminish Tagore's zeal for life - Ge...
Rabindranath Tagore and Gayatri Mantra
Legendary Hollywood actor, Sir Laurence Olivier lauded the acting prowess o...
Loving and caring person in real life
An unschooled singer who had no classical training, Kishore Kumar was God...
Remembering the gifted musician on his birth anniversary
Bhot Bagan Math: Remnant of a glorious chapter of Tibetan Buddhist era - Ge...
It is a unique monastery with a rare influx of Shaiva and Tibetian Buddhist traditions in its origin
By Shuvra Dey
Das Gupta and Company, the oldest book shop opens a free library - GetBenga...
Opened in 1886, the bookshop’s doors are wide open to everyone
Unique Ilish recipes brought afresh from Bangladesh suburbs - GetBengal sto...
Ilish recipes from Narayanganj and Barishal
Septuagenarian ‘Bird Watcher of Kuthibari’ protecting parrots from poac...
He often raids the nearby fields to cut off the mesh traps laid down by crooks to ensnare the magnificent birds
By Shuvra Dey
Why is India's largest paper market named 'Baithakkhana Bazar' - GetBengal ...
It is one of the largest paper markets in India
By Shuvra Dey
London University honours historian from Bengal - GetBengal story
Das was born in Garbeta, Medinipur district, and was mentored by legendary historian Nihar Ranjan Ray
Guerilla Gardening – returning to nature, what belongs to nature – GetB...
You can easily teach the kids to prepare seed balls at home
Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar – the man who spoke up for the Bengal daughters ...
Even if he died, his legacy should not!
By Shuvra Dey
On International Tiger Day, one man reaffirms his mission to save the king ...
India currently has over 3,000 tigers
Fish Kochuri of Nilachal, where taste meets innovation – GetBengal story...
Currently, Nilachal runs its own restaurant and catering business
By Shouvik Ray
Banabitan, conserving nature positively amid the bustling Salt Lake - GetBe...
Covering almost an area of 70 acres, this open green space has a variety of flora and fauna
Bangkok-style street food streets to be set up in Kolkata - GetBengal story...
The civic body has earmarked places like New Market, the south gate of Victoria Memorial, Millennium Park and Prinsep Ghat
Farmers of Belda opt for groundnut farming, make big profits - GetBengal st...
Groundnut is an important oilseed crop grown in India
Bankura, not the land of history, but a wildlife paradise - GetBengal story...
The next time you visit Bankura, take in some of its forests
