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Amazing India
Chandraketugarh: An Enigma in Bengal
The ancient and mysterious archaeological settlement of Chandraketugarh has been neglected by historians and governments across time. As a result, it has been plundered for its rich terracotta artefacts, which are now in museums around the world
History Daily
Kolkata’s Greeks: A Fading Memory
Few know, but Kolkata was once home to a thriving Greek community, whose ties with Bengal go back 2,000 years. Discover the fascinating story of the Greek legacy in Kolkata
Amazing India
Dhanyakuria: Bengal’s Village of Castles
A short drive from Kolkata is a hamlet guaranteed to stop you dead in your tracks –Dhanyakuria, or Bengal’s Disneyland, complete with ‘medieval’ castles and palaces. Only, these are for real. Follow us down a rabbit hole to discover the truth behind this wonderland
LHI HerStory
Dr Purnima Sinha: Pioneering Physicist
Dr Purnima Sinha defied convention to become the first woman to earn a PhD in Physics at Calcutta University. Catch the story of a trailblazer who married her scientific genius with artistic pursuits, and believed that creativity is the key to success