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Neha Banka
Neha Banka is a journalist based in Kolkata, India. Neha produces longform news reports focusing on a wide range of subjects. She specialises in reporting on the Asia-Pacific with a focus on the Korean Peninsula, and producing original international news reports. She also reports on India's West Bengal state, cross-border issues, migration, climate and environment, public health and indigenous rights, among other subjects. Neha has reported from several countries, with bylines in international publications, as well as The Indian Express.
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Streetwise Kolkata: Chakraberia, a Kolkata neighbourhood older than the city itselfSubscriber Only
October 14, 2022 11:59 IST
As with most of south Kolkata, some of Chakraberia Road’s old colonial and post-colonial buildings have made way for modern apartment buildings.
Thu, Oct 20, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata: Parsee Church Street, named after Kolkata’s 183-year-old Parsi fire templeSubscriber Only
October 07, 2022 11:53 IST
A significant part of the lane and the larger neighbourhood’s documented history starts during the 19th century when the Parsi and Jewish communities began settling here.
Fri, Oct 07, 2022
The humble origins of Kolkata’s first community Durga puja, where little has changedSubscriber Only
October 02, 2022 18:08 IST
The most common, recognisable and accessible form of Durga Puja—the barowari puja—held in public spaces and open to all, is not very old; it started a little over a century ago in Calcutta only in the 19th century.
Wed, Oct 05, 2022
What 12 men did three centuries ago to make Durga Puja accessible to allSubscriber Only
October 02, 2022 06:00 IST
As Unesco recognises Kolkata’s Durga Puja in its Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage, a look at where it all began in the oldest town in West Bengal, Guptipara
Fri, Oct 07, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata: Sukeas Lane, one of Calcutta’s oldest streets, named for an Armenian merchantSubscriber Only
September 23, 2022 13:52 IST
The 1902 Census of India, mentions that Sukeas Lane was named after a “celebrated Armenian merchant of great wealth who owned a large garden house at Boitakhana”. But some writings say the lane was identified closely with Peter Sukeas, one of the several jurors who tried James Augustus Hickey.
Sat, Sep 24, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata: Parsi Bagan Lane, a neighbourhood that played important role in freedom struggleSubscriber Only
September 16, 2022 08:00 IST
What is less well known is the lane's association with the development of psychoanalysis in the subcontinent.
Fri, Sep 16, 2022
North Korea’s new ‘irreversible’ law on nuclear arms useSubscriber Only
September 14, 2022 14:39 IST
Supreme Leader of North Korea Kim Jong Un has said this new law makes the country’s nuclear status 'irreversible' and bars any talks of denuclearisation.
Wed, Sep 14, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata: Butto Kristo Paul Lane, named after one of the city’s first chemistsSubscriber Only
September 09, 2022 12:01 IST
The building housing the 1858 pharmacy remains with the descendants of Paul, who had so structured his will that the business and the family house could never be sold.
Fri, Sep 09, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata: Boy’s Own Library Row, named after a 113-year-old institute integral to Bengal’s library movementSubscriber Only
September 02, 2022 13:01 IST
Boy’s Own Library Row is an integral part of Kolkata’s ‘theatre-para’ and appears to have been an important space, especially for smaller theatre groups, or perhaps, simply people who loved the art.
Fri, Sep 02, 2022
Explained: Why has the Solomon Islands blocked foreign navy vessels?Subscriber Only
August 31, 2022 17:44 IST
Prime Minister Sogavare dismissed suggestions that the blocking of access to the country’s ports was linked to China. He issued a statement saying there was "misinformation" in media reports on the blocking of US and UK boats.
Wed, Aug 31, 2022
Explained: The Tigray crisis, which the WHO chief suggests has been ignored due to racismSubscriber Only
August 27, 2022 17:22 IST
Speaking at a virtual media briefing on August 17, Tedros called the situation in Tigray the “worst humanitarian crisis in the world” and questioned whether the lack of response from global leaders had to do with “the colour of the skin of the people”.
Sat, Aug 27, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata: Bowbazar, older than Calcutta itself, likely named after a daughter-in-lawSubscriber Only
August 26, 2022 09:00 IST
The neighbourhood is one of the last remaining sections of the city where tropical colonial architecture is still visible, some preserved and some decrepit.
Thu, Aug 25, 2022
Explained: Why are South Korea and the US carrying out massive joint military drills around North Korea?Subscriber Only
August 24, 2022 14:24 IST
The South Korea-United States drills, called the Ulchi Freedom Shield, are scheduled to run until September 1. They are tri-service drills involving thousands of troops as well as live-fire exercises.
Wed, Aug 24, 2022
Explained: How Singapore is walking a tight rope decriminalising gay sexSubscriber Only
August 22, 2022 20:29 IST
While Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said it was time to repeal the law, he maintained that it would be done in a way that does not amend the constitution to allow same-sex marriage.
Mon, Aug 22, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata – Bethune Row: Mirza Ghalib does not live here anymoreSubscriber Only
August 19, 2022 07:30 IST
Letters written by the poet to his acquaintances provide vivid insight into the red-brick house on the corner of Bethune Row.
Fri, Aug 19, 2022
In West Bengal, marine strandings of endangered horseshoe crabs are increasingSubscriber Only
August 15, 2022 18:09 IST
A community-level network is trying to save the horseshoe crabs, an endangered species endemic to the West Bengal-Odisha border.
Tue, Aug 16, 2022
Explained: Why South Korea is phasing out ‘Parasite’-style semi-basement homesSubscriber Only
August 14, 2022 22:00 IST
How did South Korea's 'Banjihas' come into being and what are the problems their residents face? We explain.
Tue, Aug 16, 2022
Explained: Palestinian Islamic Jihad, the group that signed a fragile truce with IsraelSubscriber Only
August 11, 2022 18:09 IST
The Palestinian Islamic Jihad is a militant faction designated as a terrorist organization by the US, Israel, and the EU. Unlike the Hamas, the group is smaller in size.
Thu, Aug 11, 2022
Streetwise Kolkata – Beckbagan: Named after an emissary from Awadh respected by the BritishSubscriber Only
August 09, 2022 17:20 IST
Streetwise Kolkata makes a return looking at the history of one of South Kolkata’s most popular locales
Thu, Aug 11, 2022
Explained: India’s plan to bring cheetahs from Africa to Madhya PradeshSubscriber Only
July 25, 2022 16:49 IST
70 years after the cheetah's extinction, the Indian government is planning to introduce them in the Kuno wildlife sanctuary.
Tue, Jul 26, 2022
Explained: Why do people give up Indian citizenship, and where do they go?Subscriber Only
July 20, 2022 09:36 IST
Over 1.6 lakh Indians gave up their citizenship in 2021, the government has told Parliament. Around the world people leave their countries of birth for jobs and better opportunities, but the reasons differ from country to country, and among different socio-economic groups.
Fri, Jul 22, 2022
Explained: A major India-Africa conclave is taking place in New Delhi — why is it important?Subscriber Only
July 19, 2022 16:11 IST
Forty high-level ministers from 17 countries, including Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Eswatini, Republic of the Congo, Nigeria and Sierra Leone, are participating in the two-day summit.
Tue, Jul 19, 2022
Santal Hul: Remembering Santal women who fought for indigenous rights two centuries agoSubscriber Only
June 29, 2022 16:26 IST
The Santal Hul was among one of the important tribal revolts that continues to hold immense significance for the Santal community.
Wed, Jun 29, 2022
Explained: Why K-pop group BTS is taking a break to work on solo projectsSubscriber Only
June 16, 2022 14:40 IST
BTS made its debut in June 2013 and within a few years, became a worldwide sensation with its catchy hits and social campaigns that the group said was aimed at empowering young people.
Thu, Jun 16, 2022
Remembering KK: When he performed at a unique concert in North Korea
June 03, 2022 12:19 IST
In a special interview, Nikhil Alva remembers performing with KK and some of India’s most prominent musicians, before fame found them, in a unique concert in Pyongyang, North Korea.
Sat, Jun 04, 2022Journalism of Courage
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