Category: Kolkata

Sealdah Division Expands Suburban Rail Network from July 6: New AC Local, More EMU Services, Better Metro Connectivity

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Kolkata : In a major boost for daily commuters, Eastern Railway’s Sealdah Division will introduce several new suburban train services and extend existing routes from July 6, 2026, to reduce overcrowding and improve passenger convenience across its network. The initiative includes a new AC EMU Local between Sealdah and Barasat, additional peak-hour services on key […]

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Family Businesses Must Shift from Custodians to Creators: Primus Partners-ASSOCHAM Report

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Kolkata : Family-owned businesses in India stand at a crucial turning point as the country prepares for one of the largest intergenerational wealth transfers in its history, according to a new report released by Primus Partners in collaboration with ASSOCHAM. Titled “The ₹134 Lakh Crore Question: How India’s Family Businesses Must Move from Custodians to […]

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Axis Bank Strengthens Safe Banking with AI-Led Fraud Prevention

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Kolkata: Axis Bank has strengthened its Safe Banking framework through AI-powered fraud prevention, real-time customer controls, and branch-led awareness initiatives aimed at protecting customers from evolving digital threats. The bank reported a nearly 40% reduction in fraud incidents across retail mobile banking, internet banking, and shopping mall transactions in FY26 compared to FY25. AI-driven monitoring […]

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Star Jalsha Unveils ‘Kumkum’, A Story of Resilience, Love and Entrepreneurial Dreams

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Kolkata : Star Jalsha, in association with Bengal Talkies, is all set to captivate audiences with its latest drama series, Kumkum, a compelling tale that challenges societal norms while celebrating love, ambition, and perseverance. At the heart of the story is Kumkum, portrayed by Anushka, a young widow who refuses to let social stigma define […]

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Tobacco’s Silent War on the Head & Neck: Experts Warn of Rising Cancer Burden in India

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Kolkata : Tobacco remains one of the leading preventable causes of cancer in India, with head and neck cancers emerging as some of its most devastating consequences, according to Dr. SLN Chandra Mohan, Head Neck Oncologist and ENT Surgeon at Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur. Experts say these cancers often develop silently over several years, […]

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Advanced Spine Surgeries at Manipal Hospital Mukundapur Restore Mobility and Hope

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Kolkata : With spinal disorders emerging as one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, advanced spine care is playing an increasingly important role in restoring mobility, independence, and quality of life for patients. Addressing this growing healthcare challenge, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur showcased its cutting-edge spine surgery capabilities through a special programme titled “Precision at […]

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Persistent Headaches or Vision Changes? When Brain Tumor Symptoms Should Not Be Ignored

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Kolkata : Headaches, blurred vision, dizziness, and nausea are common complaints that many people often dismiss as routine health issues. However, medical experts warn that when such neurological symptoms become persistent, recurrent, or progressively severe, they may indicate a more serious underlying condition, including a brain tumor. Marking World Brain Tumor Day, Dr. Nilay Biswas, […]

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Kolkata to Host World Bicycle Day Celebration Under Fit India Sundays on Cycle on June 7

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Kolkata : Kolkata is set to celebrate World Bicycle Day with a large-scale cycling event under the Fit India Sundays on Cycle movement on June 7, bringing together thousands of cyclists, sportspersons, students and fitness enthusiasts to promote healthy and active living. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Conference Hall […]

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Students Call for Sustainable Action to Protect Environment on World Environment Day

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Kolkata: Students from colleges and universities across West Bengal shared ideas and discussed their role in tackling climate change at a programme organised to mark World Environment Day. The event, themed “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future,” was organised by UNICEF in Kolkata on Thursday to encourage youth-led climate action initiatives in the […]

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