Four-Way Battle for July 21 WB July 21 Martyrs’ Day fractures into four-way political tug-of-war

Reportedly, West Bengal’s four-way battle for July 21 ‘Martyrs’ Day has fracturedinto four-way political tug-of-war.Mamata Banerjee’s absolute monopoly over the 1993 legacy has shattered, with split TMC factions, the Congress, and the BJP vying for ownership of the event’s historical significance. The Trinamool Congress has split, prompting dueling public demonstrations of organizational strength. Mamata Banerjee’s…

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Taboo to trendsetter:Kamal and Sarika’s 80s Love Story

Kamal Haasan and Sarika’s union was the ultimate act of defiance, breaking every societal norm. Embracing a live-in relationship while Kamal Haasan was still married to his first wife drew immense criticism, with Sarika unfairly labeled the “other woman”. Nevertheless, they boldly welcomed their first child, Shruti, out of wedlock in 1986, forcing a conservative…

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Remembering ‘immortal siren’ Kanan Devi, Indian Cinema’sfirst melody queen

18 July, marks the 34th death anniversary of Kanan Devi (1916–1992), Indian cinema’s original superstar. Blending magnetic glamour with a classically trained voice, the Dadasaheb Phalke awardee seamlessly bridged the silent and talkie eras. Her pioneering style paved the path for legendary singers like Lata Mangeshkar, shaping the blueprint of the modern Indian playback singer….

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Nostalgia: Why Taroon Kumar Bhaduri Felt “Ruined” On Amitabh And Jaya’s 1973 Wedding Day

The late poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan wrote in his autobiography, that ‘In the Afternoon of Time, Jaya’s father, Taroon Kumar Bhaduri, had a somber reaction on the 1973 wedding day of Amitabh and Jaya Bhaduri. When congratulated, he reportedly responded that his family had been ruined.Jaya Bachchan corroborated that her father was initially hesitant and…

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Atmanirbhar Bharat on Track:PM Modi flags-off Hydrogen Powered train in Haryana

Prime Minister Modi flagged-off India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered train in Haryana. Operating on the 89-km Jind-Sonipat route, the 10-coach train uses advanced hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity onboard, producing zero carbon emissions and emitting only water vapour. The 89-km route features 12 intermediate stoppages: Jind City, Pandu Pindara, Lalit Khera, Bhambeva, Ishapur Kheri, Butana,…

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