THE SPRING

 THE SPRING

        The Winter says a time Good Bye,  

 Cold air increasingly changes form, 

Increasingly it changes the bigger sky 

It brings hopes  at the trees' relation.

Feel it alone, alone! 

The poor insects and creatures get a fine feeling, 

They get busy coming out with newness,

Dried grass are then getting so green, 

Bit by bit people uncover the hot dress.

It fly gladly the cloudlets.

Feel it alone, alone! 

Blanket and hot bed lies with gentle mark, 

Foothpath dwellers are feeling so better, 

Oldage people are feeling fine with heart,

 And Human can watch now the night star. 

The flowers say, " we are here!"

Feel it alone, alone!

Such special feeling  already grows, 

Naughty eyes are greedy to get something, 

Mind begs always a piculiar sharp red rose, 

Love and beauty get togather by human being. 

Hot dress will go to rest, duty closed, 

Feel it alone, alone!

                                  --   Ridendick Mitro 

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GSK launches Iodex UltraGel

GSK announced the launch of Iodex UltraGel, a new age clinically proven gel-based body pain solution. Backed by science, the new variant penetrates to the root cause of pain, reduces internal swelling and gives 3X effective relief.

   With this launch, GSK strengthens its presence in the topical pain relief category. While ordinary counter-irritant pain relief creams give

burning sensation on the skin, the new Iodex UltraGel with emulgel formulation contains Diclofenac Diethylamine 1.16% w/w, that penetrates deep to the source of pain to give effective relief. The product has modern sensorials like pleasant smell, non-greasy texture and cooling sensation which makes it a convenient pain relief solution both at home and on the go.

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'Saraswati Vandana' from 'Hello Kolkata Ladies Club'

Indrani Ganguly, eminent dance choreographer and Founder of Sristi Dance Academy had celebrated Saraswati Puja with her near and dear ones at IA Block, Salt Lake. 

    During the joyous occasion, Indrani was felicitated by Alpana Basak on behalf of 'Hello Kolkata Ladies Club' for her continued socio-cultural excellence.

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Flowers of Thy Divine Inspiration

Flowers of Thy Divine Inspiration

Dr. Arup Mitra

When Thou hast fillest mine lyrical melodies
with songs collation,
Thee fillest mine heart with music composition,
Thy message could not be adjoint with
mine heart’s natural lute,
In Thy offerings of songs and music
mine intrinsic appraisal of Thy
Divinity in mine heart,
Thou art Immortal, and emblem of Infinitude,
Thy so many message conferred upon
me are consort of mine Soul forever,
The collation of Thy message has
inspired all human souls, 
In flowers of Thy inspiration Thee fillest
mine heart, mine heart and mine heart,
Thou fillest mine soul with flowers of life’s
despondency and silhouetted with songs
collation mine Soul, mine Soul and mine Soul,
In the same fragrance of all flowers 
Thou hast flooded mine heart with
songs of worship for Thee,
Tears of mine Soul’s poignancy
are fertilizers for flowers of Thy
inspiration in mine heart,
in mine heart and in mine heart
In several centuries later, in mine deep
worship for Thee, the flowers of mine
poignancy will descend and
shift from mine heart and fillest mine Soul,
In all human Souls’ worship for
Thee, Thou would adjoin all
their hearts with Divine music
After Thee fillest mine Soul
With Divine flowers and
integration of Thy message with mine
heart’s music in stringed lute,
Thee would be adjoined with me
in Thy Divine Abode.

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BMW M1 Art Car on display at India Art Fair.

BMW Group India presents the 1979 Art Car painted by most renowned American artist Andy Warhol in India. His creation will be exclusively exhibited from 31 January - 2 February 2020 at the India Art Fair in New Delhi. After Alexander Calder, Frank Stella and Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol created the 4 th Art Car for BMW with the BMW M1Group 4 to compete at the infamous 24 hour race of Le Mans.  

BMW Art Cars or the ‘Rolling Sculptures’ are original masterpieces of art that demonstrate an individual synthesis of artistic expression and automobile design. Since 1975, 19 international artists have created Art Cars based on contemporary BMW automobiles of their times, all offering a wide range of artistic interpretations.

          Mr. Rudratej Singh, President and Chief Executive Officer, BMW Group India said, “At BMW, we just don’t build the best performing cars, but deeply believe in the intangibles. To help build and strengthen intercultural platforms of creativity in the field of art, music, design and architecture is therefore very core to us. India Art Fair is a perfect platform for us to reach out to our discerning customers and showcase the brands aesthetics and design philosophy.” 

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American Entrepreneur Felicitated by Lions Club of Kolkata Sunshine

Dr. Richard J. Laub, President & CEO of Laub BioChem, based in Los Angeles, USA had extended his kind support for supporting a girl's education through Lions Club of Kolkata Sunshine.

  Dr. Richard, who came to a brief visit to Kolkata, was felicitated for his great work by Lions Club of Kolkata Sunshine President Kiran Tiwari Bhuwalka and senior member Charles Jha.

   He was also presented with a Memento of Appreciation by 'Hello Kolkata' (3D Media). Writer Asish Basak presented him his newly launched book - "Dial 'M' for 'M'-Factor".

    Mohit & Kiran Bhuwalkas were also felicitated during the occasion for their continued socio-cultural welfare activities.

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Homage to Father of the Nation

The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, paid homage at the Samadhi of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of 72nd Death Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, New Delhi on 30 Jan.

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BTA Tennis League 2020

BTA Tennis League 2020 have 16 participating clubs divided into two groups. Calcutta South Club, last years winner and Dakshin Kalikata Sansad, last years finalist is placed in different groups. The top two clubs from each group will qualify for the Main Plate semi finals and the 3^rd to 6^th position clubs from each group will qualify for the Silver Plate quarter final. The matches will be played on the weekends.

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Common Entrance Exam at Berhampore

Common Entrance Exam (CEE) for recruitment into the Indian Army for candidates from Birbhum, Nadia, Murshidabad, West Barddhaman and East Barddhaman districts that was earlier postponed, will now be conducted on 23 February 2020 at Berhampore. Candidates are advised to contact Army Recruitment Office Berhampore, District Murshidabad immediately for further details. 

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Problems faced by the National Parks in West Bengal

  Protected areas such as biosphere, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in West Bengal face unpredictable pressure of global issues such as environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, climate change and raw material supply. The main principle of declaring an area as national park is the protection and propagating wild life therein and it's environment. 

  But an unsteadiness in ecological balance and the rate of loss on extinction of species at a dangerous dimension reported from different national parks in WB. 

  For example, in Gorumara National Park it was noticed that the prohibited human activities like hunting, killing or capturing animals, destruction and collection of plants are still practised.  Development of infrastructure e.g. construction of railway tracks, national highways, electrification are also responsible for the loss of biodiversity. 

  An over expanding human population, rapid urbanisation and industrialisation, pollution and climate change leads to habitat loss, food shortage and a number of other consequences forcing the wild life towards nonexistence. 

   Conservation of wildlife is the immediate necessity to maintain environmental balance.

   To preserve the rich biodiversity opposing to deforestation and poaching the Government of India has developed several national parks, wildlife reserves and sanctuaries across the state making West Bengal a safe heaven to varied species of mammals, reptiles, birds, plants and amphibians.

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SER observes MARTYRS’ DAY

Martyrs’ Day was observed at South Eastern Railway Headquarters, Garden Reach today (30/01/2020) with due solemnity. Shri Sanjay Kumar Mohanty, General Manager, South Eastern Railway along with Staff and Officers observed two minutes silence to pay respectful homage in the memory of those who sacrificed their lives in the struggle for India’s freedom.

 Martyrs’ Day was also observed at all the four divisional headquarters of South Eastern Railway viz. Kharagpur, Adra, Ranchi and Chakradharpur. Films and Documentaries on the theme of Indian Freedom Movement, the Roll of Martyrs in the freedom struggle and National Integration were screened at major stations of S E Railway.

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Saraswati Puja by Lake Gardens Falguni Sangha

Lake Gardens Falguni Sangha, a renowned social organization, celebrated their 31st Year of Saraswati Puja at Bangur Park Ground situated within the locality. The Inauguration of the Puja was done by children undergoing Cancer Treatment. Present during the occasion were Hon'ble MLA Shri Paresh Dutta, Hon'ble Mayor In Council (Roads), Kolkata Corporation, Shri Ratan De, Shri Sujoy Biswas of Rammohan Mission School amongst other eminent personalities. 

Shri Arup Dutta, Working President onformed that blankets and exercise books were distributed to needy persons, with the support of Rotary Club of Calcutta Merlin, Rotary Club of Calcutta Renaissance, Rotary Club of Park Point.

  The Puja Festivity also witnessed multi cultural activities as well, Shri Dutta added. 

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Investiture Ceremony of 'Hello Kolkata Internship'

Investiture Ceremony of 'Hello Kolkata Internship' took place at Kolkata Press Club on 27th January eve. The talented 3 youngsters- Chirasree Mukherjee, Priyanka Roy and Deblina Das were felicitated for their outstanding performance as Intern for  'Hello Kolkata' (3D News-Media, Events and Films).
   They were presented with Internship Certificate by special guests Arpita Sengupta and Sangita Sinha (Mentors of ALVIVA) and Asish Basak, Editor-Director, 'Hello Kolkata'.

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ALVIVA Calendar launch

Filmmaker Asish Basak, creative entrepreneur Arpita Sengupta, 'Alviva Calendar 2020' model Aparna Roy and internationally acclaimed beauty queen Sangita Sinha launched 'ALVIVA 2020 Calendar' at Kolkata Press Club on 27th Jan. eve.

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'Ladybird' Hygiene Products takes Wings for Abroad

Kolkata-based L B HYGIENE CARE Pvt. Ltd. has organized a Press Meet at Kolkata Press Club on 27th Jan. afternoon to highlight their wide range of hygiene and healthcare products of highest standard in low cost.
      The reputed company has launched a spate of Ladybird brand of personal hygiene and healthcare products in the market and is set to expand its product basket.  In the past one year, the company has gradually introduced in the market - sanitary napkins, baby diapers, adult diapers and under pads to make a foray into the hygiene and healthcare market segment under the Ladybird brand.

    “L B HYGIENE CARE Private Limited has already ventured overseas with exports to Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Singapore and negotiations are at an advanced stage with European and African countries. In future, it is our aim to tap the American and other Asian markets,” said Mr Bikash Makal, Director, L B HYGIENE CARE Pvt Ltd.

    “L B HYGIENE has its sales and marketing network across India and in neighbouring countries. The company also provides original equipment manufacturer or OEM products to some of the big names in the industry including large corporates and institutional buyers,” said Mr Bapi Das, Head of Global Business, L B HYGIENE Pvt Ltd.

       The company started its business in 2016 but has hit a growth trajectory in the past one year adding newer products and moving towards its goal of becoming a one-stop solution for all kinds of personal hygiene needs in India backed up by a robust supply chain and manufacturing base.  

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Raj Subramaniam joins FedEx Corporation Board of Directors

 FedEx Corp. announced that Raj Subramaniam, the Company’s president and chief operating officer, has been elected to the Board of

Directors. With his election, the Board now has 13 members, including 11 independent directors.

Mr. Subramaniam oversees the strategic direction and execution of business priorities for the FedEx portfolio of operating companies, which includes more than 490,000 team members at FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, FedEx Freight, FedEx Services, FedEx Logistics and FedEx Office. He is also a member of the Company’s five-person Executive Committee and serves as co-president and co-CEO of FedEx Services, which provides support functions for major FedEx business units.

“Raj has played a pivotal role in the growth and success of FedEx during his 29 years with the company,” said Frederick W. Smith, chairman and CEO of FedEx Corporation. “His international experience and keen insights will serve the Company well in his role as a member of the Board.”

Prior to assuming his role as President and Chief Operating Officer of FedEx Corp., Mr. Subramaniam was President and CEO of FedEx Express, the world’s largest express transportation company.

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Book Launch

A new book-- 'Midfield General' - an autobiography of renowned footballer Mehtab Hossain was unveiled at Kolkata Press Club on 27th Jan. afternoon by a host of dignitaries.

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Focus on Health

NNedPro Global Centre for Nutrition and Health organized a Press Meet at Kolkata Press Club on 27th Jan. eve. 

   The speakers, including Prof. Sumantra Ray, Sudeshna Maitra Nag, Dr. Sabyasachi Ray and others, focused on the transition of 'Bhavishya Shakti' Mobile Teaching Kitchens into a sustainable microenterprise co-operative.

   NNedPro Global Centre for Nutrition and Health is an award-winning interdisciplinary think-tank, building upon over a decade of nutrition education, research and innovation. They are anchored in Cambridge (UK) and convene central as well as regional networks across six continents. They develop adaptable and scalable educational models for nutrition capacity building in health systems.  

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अंतरास्ट्रीय कराटे चैंपियनशिप

 123वें नेताजी सुभाष चन्द्र बोस के जन्मदिन के सुभ अवसर पर हावड़ा के दासनगर अल्मोहन इंदुर स्टेडियम में ग्लोबल शोटोकान कराटे - डू एसोसिएशन ऑफ इंडिया ने दो दिवसीय अंतरास्ट्रीय कराटे चैंपियनशिप का आयोजन किया गया।
इसका उदघाटन बिवास हाजरा ( पूर्व नगर निगम परिषद् )  के द्वारा किया गया। इस प्रतियोगिता में लग - भग 300 खिलाड़ियों ने भाग लिया। इस प्रतियोगिता मै हिंदुस्तान के अलावा  नेपाल , भूटान , बांग्लादेश , एवं श्रीलंका ने भी भाग लिया।   इस चैंपियनशिप के चीफ ऑर्गनाइजर  शिहान तारक नाथ सरदार ने सभी अतिथि दलों के एवं राष्ट्रीय दलों को  बधाई दी।
इस प्रतियोगिता मै प्रथम स्थान पर भारत रहा,  दूसरा स्थान नेपाल एवं तीसरे स्थान पे बांग्लादेश रहा। 

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'ENIGMA by Payal Varma' wins Prestigious Award

'ENIGMA by Payal Varma' has won a national level prestigious award "The Hall of Fame Awards 2019" for its commendable contribution in the arena of Grooming (related to Entertainment industry) and PRANIC HEALING.  

'ENIGMA by Payal Varma' has produced high profile Models and Beauty Queens, apart from consistently spreading awareness on mental health and hygiene in the society via Pranic Healing projects.

The owner Payal Varma herself is a multi-talented personality who has won wide-spread acclaim as a celebrity trainer, entrepreneur, actress, model, groomer (pageant and personality) and a professional Pranic Healer. She is Mrs Bengal EVERGREEN 2018 Crown Winner and was the celebrity face of Youthon+ 2019, Miss and Mrs BENGAL 2019 (Pan India group) and BENGAL JUNIOR 1019. She has been a celebrity Jury of various National and State level pageants and Kids Fashion Shows,  an iVolunteer  LEADER and a direct Nominee for the iVolunteer AWARDS  2020. 

Payal Varma wishes to excel further in her creative arena and also continue to help the society to be a better place through her Pranic Healing and various other socio-cultural motivational projects. 

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“Permanent World Peace” promoted by Michael Tarun

The world now suffers from the problem of survival. Only a select few thinkers have been trying to keep the world healthy. One of them is the dynamic Michael Tarun, overseas citizen of India from New Zealand. He has started his peace attempt from Australia, as promotional ceremony, in 2016.  Michael Tarun is the Founder-Director of “Art Mother Earth Foundation” (also team organizer of “Art 21st Century”). From 15th January, 2017 he commenced “Earth and Art Revolution Day” to commemorate Birthday of our Beautiful Mother Earth. Every year this event happens on 15th Jan. with gala cultural performances.

   “Earth and Art Revolution Day” is a symbolic pattern to realize the importance of the Mother Earth. Michael Tarun advocates the “Theory for Permanent World Peace”.  If we love the Earth and celebrate her Birth Day officially we may get actual peace. Then we will think we are the Citizens of the Earth and we are human beings only. The bigotry of nationalism will be reduced also. If we could love Mother Earth we could love every life and then the total world will be freed of violence.  This process for making world peace permanently, initiated by Michael Traun, has got the blessing letters from the UNO, HIS HOLINESS Dalai Lama, HON PMS of Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Ministry of West Bengal, the Mayor of Kolkata Municipal Corporation and MMICs of Kolkata.

    On 15th January, 2020, at Ahindra Manch, Chetla, Kolkata, Michael Tarun had organized 4th year's celebration, slicing a 100 kgs. of colorful world map painted cake. The great cake was sponsored by Atanu Kumar Das, Haldia.  The guests and members joined in the chorus of “We are the citizen of the earth”, a popular peace song, inspired by Michael with originally English Lyrics by internationally acclaimed intellectual  Ridendick Mitro, music direction by Kumar Chanchal, official singer – Mou (Anushree) Acharjee.  

    On 15th Jan. event, a host of dignitaries attended the program. They included Tarak Singh (MMIC), Rose Babu (Singer & Music Producer of Bangladesh Betar), Protyush Ghosh (DGM, Metro Railways), Somindra Kumar (Book Bengal Publisher, Kolkata), Nirmal Brahmachari (writer and international publisher from Norway), Prakashj Killa( Social Activist), Singer of multi languages Dipa Das, Paramita Chatterjee (Dance Maestro), Sukanta Ranjan Paul, Debashis Bose, Kessim Shamim, Dr S.N.Prasad, Mr V.N. Prasad, Sanjeev Kumar Sinha(Marine Engineer from Bihar), Unus Molla (Chief Editor in international Business Centre), Film Director Debashish Banerjee, Shailendra Jaiswal (National President - International Human Rights Protector Group), Aroon Shah (outstanding youth leader), Siddharth Choudhary (youth social worker), Asish Basak (Editor-Director - 'Hello Kolkata'). Madhabi Majumdar, social activist Jia, Editor of “Ananda Mukhor” Patrika Suparna Roy, Sanjay Majumder (Anchor), Fullora

Mukhopadhay (Anchor). and many more noted people around the world.

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Colgate's campaign—‘Smile Karo Aur Shuru Ho Jao’

Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, the market leader in Oral Care in the country, celebrates Divyanshu Ganatra’s inspiring story under its ‘Smile Karo Aur Shuru Ho Jao’ equity campaign. Divyanshu was only 19 years old when he lost his eyesight to glaucoma. As a child who dreamt

of flying, his blindness couldn’t limit him from achieving what he wanted. He persevered to become not only India’s first visually impaired solo paragliding pilot but also a clinical psychologist, behavioral facilitator, and a self-made social entrepreneur. In 2014 he went a step beyond to found an NGO that works extensively towards inclusion via sports for persons with and without a disability.

     In Divyanshu’s words, “When you Smile, it’s problem solved.” Colgate captures Divyanshu’s courageous journey and his indomitable spirit; you can watch the video here in English, Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Telugu, and Tamil.

     Commenting on the new TVC, Mr. Arvind Chintamani, Vice President, Marketing, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited said, “We truly believe that a Smile signifies optimism and our brand expression ‘Smile Karo Aur Shuru Ho Jao’ builds on the real-life stories of everyday people to inspire hope and start afresh.”

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Anti-Honking Rally

Kolkata Traffic Police has organised Anti-Honking Rally throughout Kolkata today at 10. 30 a m by all 25 Traffic Guards. Kailash Mohta of Silent Crusade Foundation was delighted to be a part of it as his own dream of 'Making "Horn Free India" has found renewed vigour through this initiative.

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Seminar on Gender Sensitization in Medical and Para-medical Organizations

Mrs. Leena Gnagopadhyay, Chairperson, West Bengal Commission for West Bengal inaugurated the Seminar on Gender Sensitization in Medical and Para-medical Organizations at Rabindratirtha, Kolkata.

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Workshop to raise Pollution Literacy

A workshop, jointly organized by Active Citizens Together For Sustainability (ACTS) and EPIC India, was held at The Bhawanipur Educational Society College on 27^th January. Aimed to raise pollution literacy, the workshop focused on Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) and other air pollution-related challenges that clouds capital city’s air. The meeting, jointly organized by Active Citizens Together For Sustainability (ACTS) and EPIC India, was held at The Bhawanipur Educational Society College on 27^th January.  

     Speaking at the occasion, Dr Kalyan Rudra Chairman, West Bengal Pollution Control Board said, "It builds hope when the air quality of the city appears better than the past few years due to our regulatory actions."

      Dr Deepanjan Majumdar (Principal Scientist and Head NEERI), Prof Dilip Shah (Dean Of Students Affair of The Bhawanipur Educational Society), Dr. Sanjukta Dutta (Fortis Hospital, Kolkata), Dr. Suman Mallik (Clinical Director, Chief of Radiation Oncology, Narayana Superspeciality Hospital Howrah), Mr. Ajay Mittal (Co-Founder ACTS  and Kolkata Clean Air) and a host of other dignitaries were also present to support the cause.

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Importance of Lighting for Architects and Interior Designers

"Importance of Lighting for Architects and Interior designers" - an interactive session was held in the ABID Interior Fair Venue at Science City Grounds on 23rd January.

    Hosted by Deepak Bothra of Sun Hi Industries, a well known entity in the lighting Industry, the session saw the presence of  Lighting Industry doyens Shri. C.Raghunathan and Harmeet Singh Issar as key panelists. They spoke on the constant evolution of products and technology in the industry. Deepak Bothra was happy with the turnout of industry professionals and the success of the session.

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Glimpses of launch of 'ALVIVA Calendar 2020'

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Launch of 'Alviva 2020 Calendar'

27th January eve at Calcutta Press Club witnessed dollops of glamour, fun and frolic during the colourful launch Ceremony of 'Alviva Calendar 2020'.  The program attracted a host of dignitaries from various walk of the society like social entrepreneur Sabir Ahmed, business tycoon Subir Ghosh, social activists Ashok Gupta & Farooque Maik, designer Arijit Maity, Moonmoon Ghosh and others.

     This unique Calendar showcases PLUS SIZE Women and fresh talents from Durgapur and Burdwan, informed the two Mentors of 'ALVIVA' --- Arpita Sengupta and Sangita Sinha.  The ladies portrayed in the Calendar, apart from Arpita and Sangita, include Debarita Chatterjee, Mou Midra Biswas, Paromita Chaudhuri, Piyali Pal, Rinka Bal, Sonali Mahapatro, Triparna Chakraborty, Aparna Roy, Anita Roy, Arpita Ghosh, Soma Mukherjee, Aritri Mukherjee, Shilpi Ghosh Kesh, Sudipta Mukherjee, Mita Sahu, Silpi Chakraborty, Avipsa Dutta, Trisha Ganguly, Papiya Maji, Piyali Biswas Chatterjee, Smritirekha Banerjee, Richa Khanna and Trisha Roy Kesh.

     Make-Up - Purbasha, Photography - Rana Bose, Graphics - Somnath Bose, Media Partner - 'Hello Kolkata'

    Audio Partner-  Kolkata Meter on Radio   https://indiameteronofficial.airtime.pro

   Film-maker Asish Basak announced that 'Alviva' and 'Hello Kolkata', supported by Sabir Ahmed, will soon make a short film with the concept of this 'ALVIVA' Calendar shoot.

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'At Home' reception on the occasion of Republic Day

The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind hosted an 'At Home' reception on the occasion of Republic Day at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 26-01-2020.

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