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Arijit Singh's 'Aar Kobe?' Song Has Become Kolkata Protest Anthem. Know Its Lyrics And Meaning
4 months, 1 week ago

Arijit Singh's 'Aar Kobe?' Song Has Become Kolkata Protest Anthem. Know Its Lyrics And Meaning

ABP News  

RG Kar Rape-Murder Case: Singer Arijit Singh has found himself at the center of a powerful movement in Kolkata, as his Bengali song, 'Aar Kobe?' has become the voice of the ongoing protests demanding justice for the 31-year-old doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital last month. Penned, Composed & Sung By Arijit Singh The song, …

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One held in Kolkata for harassing protester at dharna seeking justice for R.G. Kar victim
4 months, 1 week ago

One held in Kolkata for harassing protester at dharna seeking justice for R.G. Kar victim

The Hindu  

At least two incidents of harassment of women protesters were reported in Kolkata on Sunday evening during the dharna demanding justice for the rape and murder of a doctor at R.G. “The accused, Tapas Pal, who was part of today’s rally from College Square to RR Avenue, was allegedly drunk, and touched the complainant in an indecent way and thereby …

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John Abraham on Kolkata rape-murder case: Parents should tell boys to behave
4 months, 3 weeks ago

John Abraham on Kolkata rape-murder case: Parents should tell boys to behave

India Today  

Actor John Abraham shared a message for boys in the country after the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case. The 'Vedaa' actor was speaking to Radio City when he was asked to comment on the rape and murder of a Kolkata doctor that took place earlier this month. While advising the young people, he said, "I'll tell the boys to behave, otherwise …

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The Take: How the murder of a doctor reignited India’s rage against rape
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The Take: How the murder of a doctor reignited India’s rage against rape

Al Jazeera  

The rape and murder of Kolkata doctor prompts outrage and reveals how little protection women have in the workplace. The brutal killing of a Kolkata doctor has led to nationwide fury, exposing India’s struggle with violence against women. With questions around the handling of the investigation and allegations of a coverup, what has the case revealed about India’s justice system …

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Rahul Gandhi on Kolkata rape and murder case: 'Justice at all costs'
5 months ago

Rahul Gandhi on Kolkata rape and murder case: 'Justice at all costs'

India TV News  

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday expressed shock at 31-year-old doctor rape and murder at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital and calls for every party, and every section of society to hold serious discussions to stop atrocities on women — from Hathras to Unnao, and from Kathua to Kolkata. He also added that attempt to save the …

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Book Review: Eastern India through the cultural lens
7 months, 1 week ago

Book Review: Eastern India through the cultural lens

Deccan Chronicle  

Sumita Banerjea’s book documents insightful glimpses of Bengalis tradition, lifestyle, psyche Hyderabad: Sumita Banerjea’s Chowringhee Charms is a remarkable compilation of short stories coerces readers to a world of imagination, a smooth transition from crime to supernatural, angst of adolescence to marital discord. Sumita’s PhD thesis on ‘Crime against women and by women in Bengal in the 18th and 19th …

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2 foreign returned women refuse isolation, forcibly hospitalised in Kolkata
4 years, 9 months ago

2 foreign returned women refuse isolation, forcibly hospitalised in Kolkata

Op India  

Two women returnees from abroad were forcibly taken to the hospital in Kolkata after they violated the safety norms set by the government in view of spreading coronavirus scare. The Kolkata Police admitted the two women to a hospital for defying the coronavirus isolation protocol. The clear warning of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee came just after reports of two coronavirus …

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2 Kolkata women disregard home quarantine advice; get admitted to hospital by police
4 years, 9 months ago

2 Kolkata women disregard home quarantine advice; get admitted to hospital by police

India TV News  

Amid the rising number of cases in the country, two women residing in a housing complex in Kolkata's Ballygunge area were shifted by police to a quarantined facility for not following the guidelines of home quarantine after returning from abroad. Sharma said: "Two ladies were shifted by police to hospital from a housing complex in Ballygunge for not adhering to …

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In Kolkata, a group of Hindu priestesses storm a male bastion and confront patriarchy, caste
4 years, 10 months ago

In Kolkata, a group of Hindu priestesses storm a male bastion and confront patriarchy, caste

Firstpost  

Historically, the female body has been a veritable battlefield for ideological, religious, and political wars, thereby leading to its frequent commodification and consequent dehumanisation — a classic example of which is the long-standing tussle over women’s entry into Kerala’s Sabarimala Temple. ‘Shubhamastu’, a Kolkata-based collective led by Dr Nandini Bhowmik, Ruma Roy, Semanti Banerjee, and Paulomi Chakraborty, has been presiding …

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I am God’s special child: Nusrat Jahan during Sindoor Khela in Kolkata
5 years, 3 months ago

I am God’s special child: Nusrat Jahan during Sindoor Khela in Kolkata

India TV News  

All India Trinamool Congress MP Nusrat Jahan participated in 'sindoor khela' in Kolkata on Friday. Talking to the media during celebrations, Nusrat Jahan said she is a special child of God. Image Source : ANI Nusrat Jahan celebrates Sindoor Khela in Kolkata Women in Bengal celebrate Sindoor Khela, which means 'vermillion game'. Also Read | Nikhil Jain defends wife Nusrat …

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