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Be it scorching heat or torrential rains, they are assured that their ‘son’ will send them lunch and dinner, without fail. Be it a medical emergency or the simple wish to go on a short trip - they know Deb Kumar is just a call away! #Respect

The Durga Puja pandal by the Indraprastha Matri Mandir Nirman Society at Aradhana Park in IP Extension has gone further and used recycled items sourced from junkyards and scrap dealers. With gas cylinders for heads and steel scrap for bodies, the idols are accompanied with decorations made from used bulbs and soft drink cans.

"De died in 1985 unhonoured and unsung in India's scientific circles. That our Academies did not see it fit to elect him to their Fellowships must rank as one of the most glaring omissions of our time."

"I can neither see my audience, nor the scenic mountains I climb. But that has never deterred me from pursuing my personal and professional goals," says Kanchan Gaba.

For us, this is not a job or even a business. It is a proud passion that we have and will continue to carry on for generations,” says the family that's played a silent chord in creating legends. #history #LostTales

“Food takes the center stage in our videos,” laugh Insiya and Saptarshi, whose viral videos on Bengali food have inspired over 5 lakh people all across the world!

In the obituary to Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, the British Medical Journal wrote, “… at his professional zenith, he may have had the largest consulting practice in the world, news of his visit to a city or even railway station bringing forth hordes of would-be patients.” #ForgottenHeroes #History

In 1920, waterproofs were being imported into India and were prohibitively expensive, making it beyond the reach of most Indians. So a Bose from Bengal started a Swadeshi venture which manufactured them indigenously! #History #IconsOfIndia

Modhura Palit from Kolkata has come a long way and is carving her own niche. Her journey is a reminder to all of us that dreams do not have any boundaries.

Just a week before he appeared for his Prelims, Saurabh Bhawania became a father. He did not miss his son’s vaccination and special moments nor did he compromise on his studies. Here’ how he cracked UPSC!