BJP chief J P Nadda on Thursday launched 'Lokkho Sonar Bangla' (target to build golden Bengal) manifesto crowdsourcing campaign to seek suggestions from more than two crore people in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
Some of Dada's fans used the opportunity to urge him not to enter politics.
As Pranab Mukherjee passes away, we remember the man, the politician, the Rashtrapati.
Unesco on Wednesday accorded heritage status to Kolkata's Durga puja festival, bringing glory to the country, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee lauding the move.
We invited readers to share photographs of their wedding day outfits with us -- here are the first couple of responses.
Whether it is Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone or recently married Mouni Roy, these glamorous ladies always pick Sabyasachi's designs on their wedding day.
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From jaadugars to Jane Austen, OTT offerings this week are as eclectic as it gets, says Sukanya Verma.
Every aspect of Navratri is associated with delectable dishes that are relished across the country during these divine nine days -- from lip-smacking savouries to wholesome sweets.
Aseem Chhabra picks the finest Indian films in the 2010-2019 decade.
'As an actor, I'm elated that people thought the painting resembles my character in Gumnami.'
There are several more innovative ways to eat fries.
'I joined Hrishida when I was 17.' 'He left me with a lifetime of memories.'
'Never sit back and relax.' 'Always be a student.' 'Always be hungry to learn and improve.'
This Bengali-style steamed mango and mustard prawn curry makes for top class weekend khana.
An initial probe has revealed that the 53-year-old singer, who was on a two-day tour to Kolkata to perform at two college programmes, was 'almost mobbed' by fan followers at the hotel where he had returned to after performing at Nazrul Mancha auditorium in the southern part of Kolkata.
'I've never allowed success to go to my head.' 'I've seen many artistes fall because of their pride.'
'I never allow myself to look anxiously over my shoulder at what my co-star is doing.'
Smita has left behind a rich haul of films that showcase her enormous ability to offer us a glimpse into her soul each time she performed a role.
'Being a woman chief minister we certainly expect from her some decency that goes well with the culture and tradition of Bengal, and with the values of a Bengali woman'
A staple in Bengali households, Maachher Kaalia is a rich fish curry made with sweet-water fish.
'The TMC did not bother telling me, a sitting MLA for 20 years, why I was not being given a ticket.'
'I am not ready for the institution of marriage. I respect the institution, but it's not for me.'
Detectives, superheroes, biopics, documentaries, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma offers some suggestions.
No major glitches in electronic voting machines were reported and the voting passed off peacefully with high security observed at the 3,360 critical booths in 493 locations where more than 25,000 police personnel, nearly 13,000 home guards and 100 companies of paramilitary forces were deployed, officials said.
Left high and dry, the BJP has had no option but to go for the overkill with 800 rallies, including 20 by the prime minister. In the process, it may be overplaying its card, observes Amulya Ganguli.
Hybrid humans, missing movie stars, Korean reunion in Africa, aliens defeated by sound, discover tons of thrilling action on OTT this week.
Bored of fries? Serve these potato-cheese-bacon delights at your next family dinner.
Rashami Desai, Urvashi Rautel and Vishal Singh walked the ramp for designer Rohit Verma whose collection was inspired by sindur khela, a Bengali tradition.
Two unique Indian snacks that can be munched with drinks.
'The BJP and RSS were working on the ground to define who is an illegal immigrant.'
With OTT gaining popularity, several stars will make their debut on digital platforms.
'Assam is not a dumping ground for Bangladeshi Hindu refugees,' says Assamese actor Ravi Sharma who joined the BJP in August and quit the party on December 10 in protest against the Citizenship Act.
Get transported to Bengal with this simple, yum meal.
'He had a major blockage in the left main coronary artery and small blockages in various other arteries and sub-arteries. Excessive excitement during the live show caused stoppage of blood flow, leading to cardiac arrest that claimed his life'
Naturally, the West Bengal chief minister is not leaving anything to chance, reports Ishita Ayan Dutt.
'We are thinking on something like the 'Irrfan Memorial Award' given to the most promising new actor.'
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