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1 week ago | 
flipboard.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
5 hours agoDoctors in India say 270 bodies have been recovered from the site of Thursday's plane crash in Ahmedabad. The London-bound aircraft crashed into a residential area shortly after take-off killing all but one of the 242 passengers and crew members, a 40-year-old British man. Officials have also been …
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1 week ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
Cinema has long explored the bond between dads and their kids, giving us unforgettable stories that range from heartfelt tearjerkers to raucous comedies and poignant relationship dramas. Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to dive into films that celebrate the many shades of fatherhood. Here are seven movies that capture the essence of being a dad — the good, the bad, and the beautifully complex.
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2 weeks ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
Step away from the usual routine this Father’s Day and celebrate the man who always showed up for you, with memories, not merchandise. Whether your dad’s idea of fun is spotting tigers in the Sunderbans, digging into biryani while watching Mughal-e-Azam, or just unwinding with sweets and soulful music, we’ve curated the best ways to make June 15 extra special in Kolkata.
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2 weeks ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Urmi Chakraborty |Shrestha Mukherjee
In a recent interview, Scorsese said he chooses not to watch movies in theatres in the wake of poor audience behaviour Urmi Chakraborty, Shrestha Mukherjee Published 12.06.25, 09:13 AM Scorsese lamented how cinema is being eroded by glowing phones, reel-making and mindless chatter Shutterstock The glow of a mobile screen in a dark theatre is a “betrayal” — it is like someone lighting up a cigarette in the middle of a poet’s recitation.
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2 weeks ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
BTS ARMY! Assemble! It’s June 2025, and that can mean only one thing — the members of the globally acclaimed boy band BTS are finally reuniting after two years of hiatus. Singers RM, Suga, Jimin, V, and Jungkook will make a comeback from their compulsory South Korean military duties and join their fellow bandmates Jin and J-Hope. Meanwhile, fans worldwide are ecstatic as the band’s reunion coincides with their 12th debut anniversary on June 13.
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3 weeks ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
Emotions are running high among fans across the globe ahead of the much-anticipated reunion of K-pop boy band BTS later this month — and the scene in Kolkata is no different. In the City of Joy, the BTS ARMY (a title used for BTS fans worldwide) is giving a local twist to the excitement, drawing parallels between the Bengali culture and the work of the popular South Korean band. What’s more? There are events dedicated to the band’s reunion.
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1 month ago | 
flipboard.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
7 hours agoDefine the literary term: onomatopoeia. While most of us don't use them in daily life, we all at point or another learned all those MANY literary devices in school. Like, do you remember the difference between a simile and a metaphor (hint: it's at the beginning of this sentence)? So, let's truly …
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1 month ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
In the blistering summer of Kolkata, when the heat wraps the city in a golden haze, book lovers are finding refuge in the world of stories — from tender romances to heart-racing thrillers. The online bookstore, Kitab Lovers, has brought back its Load the Box book fair at Acropolis Mall, running daily from 11am to 10pm until May 25. The concept is simple yet exciting: fill a box with as many books as it can hold, regardless of the weight.
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1 month ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
The 78th Cannes Film Festival is set to kick off on Tuesday, celebrating cinematic excellence with its signature blend of glamour and glitz. This year, the event will be live-streamed globally, allowing audiences around the world to experience the magic of Cannes in real time. The opening ceremony will take place on May 13 at 10.45pm (IST) and will include the presentation of the prestigious Palme d’Or d’Honneur.
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1 month ago | 
telegraphindia.com | Shrestha Mukherjee
There are certain moments with our mothers that never make it into the pages of a family album, yet remain etched in memory — quiet, sometimes fleeting, but always filled with love. The warmth of her hands, the comfort of her embrace, the wait for a plate of bhaat and maacher jhol, or simply the twinkle of encouragement in her eyes — these small, everyday gestures shape our deepest sense of belonging.
