Cast aside, Bengal’s Totos don’t care much about casting ballot
Thursday, 18 April 2024 The Toto tribe in Totopara faces challenges like dwindling population, land rights issues, and language endangerment. Dhaniram Toto's efforts to preserve the Yaa Waa language are recognized with a Padma Shri. Bright spots include education initiatives for community development.
The West Bengal government is seeking the death penalty for Sanjay Roy in the RG Kar rape and murder case. Although a Kolkata court sentenced him to life.. IndiaTimes
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes the CBI for removing the rape and murder case of an on-duty doctor from Kolkata Police. A Kolkata court sentenced the.. IndiaTimes
West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee demands capital punishment for Sanjay Roy, convicted of raping and murdering a 31-year-old doctor at RG Kar Medical.. IndiaTimes
In Bengal's Hooghly, a Pocso court sentenced a man to death for raping and murdering a five-year-old girl, marking the fifth such verdict in the state since.. IndiaTimes
Shyam Benegal, the legendary filmmaker renowned for his contributions to Indian parallel cinema, has passed away at the age of 90 after battling a chronic kidney-related illness. Known for his masterpieces such as Ankur, Mandi, Manthan, and Zubeidaa, Benegal revolutionized Indian cinema by tackling social issues with depth and sensitivity. His films, spanning from the 1970s to the 2000s, remain a powerful reflection of Indian society. Benegal was honored with the Padma Shri in 1976 and the Padma Bhushan in 1991 for his outstanding contributions to cinema. Just days before his death, he celebrated his 90th birthday surrounded by friends and family. His passing marks the loss of an iconic figure in the world of Indian filmmaking.
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Thursday, 18 April 2024
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