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West Bengal: CM Suvendu Adhikari keeps home, Swapan Dasgupta gets finance, Tapas Roy industryVeteran journalist turned politician Swapan Dasgupta was allotted finance while senior-most party leader Tapas Roy, with his long legislati...
Tourism and hotel sector stocks: Time for a correction in business? Are analysts getting it wrong? 15 stocks from the ecosystemThe Indian hotel and tourism ecosystem has benefitted from the post-Covid travel urge. Occupancies were high, room rates firm, supply is, i...
DS Group brings UK-based Ben's Cookies to India; eyes 10 outlets in FY27DS Group is bringing British brand Ben's Cookies to India. The company plans to open up to 10 stores in Delhi and Mumbai this fiscal year. ...
India-Middle East-Europe corridor can still move ahead, says Israeli envoyIsrael believes the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor holds promise. Special Envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum expressed hope for the I2U2...
‘One year before you go blind’: 22-year-old powerlifter quits everything for a dangerous world trip with just $7,000A 22-year-old traveler's five-month Asian adventure, marked by medical scares, financial woes, and dangerous encounters, has captivated mil...
Quit metro life for a smaller city? Here’s the real money math Indians must check before movingMany are trading metro life for tier 2 cities, seeking better quality of life, cleaner environments, and reduced stress. While income may f...
BJP serves fish curry and rice in West Bengal to counter food politics jibeNewly sworn-in BJP legislators in West Bengal are hosting fish festivals. These events aim to counter accusations that the BJP is against B...
Jhalmuri, sweets & Rabindranath Tagore: The Bengali factor in BJP's Bengal oath-taking ceremonySuvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal's Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senio...
From ‘Bangla pride’ to backlash: How jobs, corruption and identity politics failed Mamata Banerjee in BengalThe Trinamool Congress focused on Bengali identity, but voters prioritized economic issues. Unemployment and corruption overshadowed cultur...
The Bengali factor: Jhalmuri, Durga Puja and other strategies in West Bengal's battle for powerWest Bengal Election 2026: Polls in the state are a battle of narratives. Parties are using food and cultural symbols to connect with voter...
Fish, meat & West Bengal elections: It’s about money and not politicsWest Bengal Elections BJP vs TMC: Political campaigns in West Bengal are creatively using fish and meat, staples of Bengali culture, to con...
At 75, Kerala woman makes tea and serves snacks on a boat. Her floating shop is winning hearts online for its simplicityIn Kerala's Kumarakom, 75-year-old Shantamma, known as Chaya Chachi, operates a unique floating tea stall. For over a decade, she has been ...
French-style ‘geeli omelette’ on Kolkata streets underlines culinary melting potKolkata's food scene reflects a rich history of foreign influences. From Greek dolma to British chops, the city embraced diverse cuisines. ...
Bengali-speaking people persecuted, tormented in BJP-ruled states: TMC's Abhishek BanerjeeAbhishek Banerjee claims Bengali speakers face harassment and are labelled Bangladeshis in BJP-ruled states. He accuses the Modi government...
UK-chef prepares Kolkata biryani with a modern twist. Bengalis say, ‘This is how you introduce food to strangers’Chef Shaun Kenworthy, head chef at The Glenburn Penthouse in Kolkata, has presented a new version of Kolkata biryani. His creation features...
Kolkata Food Fair, L'Affaire Boi PolloiIn between all that tucking in, books provide a generous side-dish, this year’s servings providing some Rs 27 crore.
Durga Puja 2023: Bong’ Appetit! 5 Street Foods To Savour In KolkataDurga Puja 2023: Bong’ Appetit! 5 Street Foods To Savour In Kolkata
Kolkata: British Deputy High Commission hosts Great Indo-British Taste challengeThe market size, measured by revenue, of the full-service restaurants industry in the UK is £19.9bn in 2023. The market size, measured by r...
Book 'Calcutta On Your Plate' chronicles the evolution of Kolkata's culinary cultureIn her seminal book, Nilosree Biswas explores the socio-cultural context of Bengalis' love affair with food.
From Ladakh to Chandni Chowk: Dig into the most-popular street treats of IndiaIn Kolkata, a popular meal would include the kathi rolls — tender chicken wrapped in buttery paratha with a film of egg.