Author: Eva Benerjee

A retired Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer has found that his name is not on the electoral rolls in West Bengal, raising questions about the accuracy of voter lists in the run-up to elections. This acknowledgement by a retired diplomat and regular voter for 30 years is concerning, and has created a political firestorm regarding the process used by election officials to verify voter eligibility. When the retired diplomat checked his name through the online voting system, he found it was missing from the most recent voter’s rolls even though he had not moved and was still eligible to vote.…

Puja Banerjee, who is well-known for her work in Indian television and film, recently shared exciting personal news with her fans—she is pregnant with her second child with her husband, Kunal Verma. The couple announced their pregnancy via an emotional post on social media, which received many positive responses from colleagues, friends, and fans throughout the entertainment industry. This announcement signals the start of a new, exciting phase in Puja and Kunal’s family life as they prepare to welcome a new family member into their home. Puja and Kunal have typically been very private about their personal lives, but share…

In 2026, Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated as a highly auspicious day for Hindus and Jains alike. Akshaya means “never ending,” or eternal abundance; and so this day represented eternal success and prosperity for those who celebrate it. The Akshaya Tritiya day falls on the third (Tritiya) lunar day of the waxing phase of Vaishakha, which can fall during either April or May, and this year, it is today. It basically started since yesterday mid noon and continues till today.  Mythologically, spiritually, and culturally, Akshaya Tritiya is of great significance. Akshaya Tritiya is considered to be one of the best days…

PFAS, which stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a class of manufactured chemicals that can be found in many consumer items as well as industrial applications, including nonstick pans; coats and jackets that repel water; and firefighting foam. PFAS are sometimes called “forever chemicals” as they do not readily break down in the environment or the human body, making them a significant worldwide environmental and public health issue. Dolphin Milk and Newly Identified Chemicals Researchers recently discovered PFAS in dolphin milk, raising both scientific and conservationist concern. As apex predators at the top of the aquatic food web, dolphins…

The proud moment has arrived for Rashid Khan, the best cricketer from Afghanistan. In addition to being an incredibly talented cricketer, he is also now a proud new parent. He recently announced to the world that he became a new dad to a baby boy, allowing him to share his joy and excitement with his fans across the globe. A Moment of Personal Joy Throughout his career, Rashid has continued to be one of Afghanistan’s proudest athletes, having accomplished so much for himself, his family, and his home country, which have all been impacted by war. Rashid’s personal milestone can…

Bollywood’s dynamic duo Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh surprised fans when they announced they are expecting their second child. The couple chose Instagram as their medium for sharing the exciting news with an adorable image, which quickly went viral. It was no surprise that the moment after posting was flooded with congratulations from fans, celebrities, and industry peers. A Joyful Morning Surprise for Fans: The picture that melted hearts The image featured sincere yet playful shots of the couple displaying their fun and spirited personalities to an audience. While the exact style of the photo shared their signature mixture of…

A shocking event has affected the Indian community in Europe. Two Indians were killed by gunfire in northern Italy while leaving a gurdwara after attending a religious event. On the day of the incident, the island of Covo (located in Bergamo Province) was shocked after hearing the news of this tragic loss. This will come as a disappointment/hurt to both families. Raginder Singh, 48, was an established member of the local area and well-known amongst the diaspora community. Gurmit Singh (also 48) is from nearby town of Agnadello and also had a high profile among his community members. To many…

In an effort to cushion the effects of increased costs of living, the Indian central government has approved a hike of 2% in Dearness Allowance (DA) for all central government employees as well as all central government pensioners. This time period for this will be effective on April 18th, 2026. This increase works out to be approximately Rs. 536 per month for all employees and retirees across India. Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners will also increase by the same amount as the DA increase; therefore, the allowance increase will cover both current and former employees. What the DA Hike Means? This increase in…

Patralekhaa, the actress has taken a strong stand against body shaming and has spoken out against some of the hurtful comments that were made on her Instagram page recently.  A Strong Yet Graceful Response While she could have reacted with anger towards these people, her more honest approach was to issue a statement promoting kindness towards others and compassion for people who are victims of cruelty. This statement comes at such a crucial moment in time when so much attention has been given to the impact of unrealistically high beauty standards and negative behaviours on social media.  Patralekhaa Responds to…

Like many in India, the Internet buzzed with the news that Shaheen Bhatt would marry Ishan Mehra — her boyfriend of over five years. Although their wedding was very much kept under wraps until now, footage from the couple’s wedding ceremony has recently appeared on social media, sending their fans and loved ones into a frenzy! It Was a Private Celebration: The Announcement Has Created a Buzz Online Unlike many Bollywood families, who go all out for their weddings, Shaheen had a simple ceremony. Friends and family close to either side of the couple were invited to witness Shaheen and…