Photo credit: www.icavancouver.ca Prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, mesmerizing dances, tantalizing flavors, and rich traditions of India at Namaste Canada 2023. This eagerly awaited cultural extravaganza, organized by the Indian Cultural Association, promises to showcase the
India and Canada have shared a vision for a peaceful and stable Indo-Pacific region, according to a joint statement issued by the two countries in February 2021. The statement was issued after a virtual meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The Indo-Pacific region is of strategic importance, as […]
The Kolkata Metro has made history by becoming the first metro in India to run under a river. The 16.6 km long East-West Metro line connects the Howrah and Salt Lake City areas of Kolkata and includes a 520-meter stretch that runs under the Hooghly River. The construction of the underwater stretch was a major […]
Kolkata has been witnessing a surge in the number of COVID-19 cases in recent times, leading to an increase in the positivity rate. The rise in cases has raised concerns among the residents of the city, but doctors have advised people not to panic and take necessary precautions to stay safe. According to health officials, […]
The Kolkata Tram is an iconic symbol of the city, which has been serving the people of Kolkata for over 150 years. The tram system was introduced in Kolkata in 1873 by the British administration and has since become an integral part of the city’s cultural heritage. The Kolkata Tram is the only operating tramway […]
The Indian Railways has recently announced that Bengal will be getting three new Vande Bharat trains, which is great news for commuters and travelers alike. These new high-speed trains will not only make travel faster but also more comfortable and convenient. The Vande Bharat Express is India’s first semi-high-speed train and is equipped with state-of-the-art […]
In a shocking turn of events, a man in Kolkata has become the world’s first human to be infected by a deadly plant fungus known as “killer fungus”. The fungus, which is typically found in plants such as corn and wheat, has never been known to infect humans until now. The man, who has not […]