Ulto Rathayatra Utsav' by NSJS

Ulto Rathayatra Utsav' on 12th July eve marked the fitting finale of Cultural Fiesta (3-12 July) organized by 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society' at its complex, informed Subhodeep Mallick, Secretary, NSJS.

  Talented actress Jayashree Khara, Boby Mondal (Producer - 'Innomania Motion Pictures'), singer Puspa Acharjee, magician Somnath, intellectuals Alok Datta, Dibyendu Pal, Susanta Prasanna Tikadar, Samir Banerjee & others were the special guests during 'Rathaytra Utsav', informed Smita Chakraborty, Cultural Secretary, NSJS.

      Asish Basak, Editor-Director, 'Hello Kolkata'  remarked that 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society', led by Shubhodeep and Chandana Mallick, had really done wonderful work in terms of promotion of socio-communal harmony through this religious and cultural event.

Glimpses of 'Rathayatra Utsav' organized by 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society' at its complex. Media Partner - 'Hello Kolkata'

12 excitingly talented cooks and food-lovers participated in 'Rathayatra Special BHOG-Ranna Contest', presented by 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society', in association with 'Hello Kolkata', on 11th July eve.

  The deserving winner was Madhusmita Sasmal ('Jagannath Special') and joint runner-ups were Sweta Srivastava ('Kaddu Ki Barfi') and Madhumita Ghosh ('Radhaballavi').

    Other contestants who presented delicious dishes of various items were Chandana Das, Madhuri Mahato, Pinki Bose, Monalisa Chakraborty, Queen Kumari, Sushmita Pramanik, Sanjana Kukunur, Saswati Bose and Smita Chakraborty.

    The Jury Members were Magician Somnath, Atun and Sukanya Roy.

    Magician Somnath also put up a scintillating magic show after the cooking contest to regale the audience, comprising of all ages.

    Ms. Smita Charaborty, Cultural Secy., Ms. Chandan Mallick and Mr. Subhodeep Mallick, Org. Secy. of 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society' put in their best efforts to make the cooking fiesta a grand success.

    Asish Basak, Editor-Director, 'Hello Kolkata' remarked that 'Rathaytra Utsav at Newtown Sukhobrishti' is a perfect setting for such a cooking contest. He appealed to the eager ladies to start an extension of 'Hello Kolkata Ladies Club' at Newtown Shukhobrishti, so that such socio-cultural activities are regularly taken care of.

Instagram ties up with YLAC India for Counter Speech Fellowship in Kolkata

Instagram, in association with Young Leaders for Active Citizenship (YLAC), launched its flagship youth program - the Counter Speech Fellowship. Coming to Kolkata for the second time in two years, the Fellowship is a part of Instagram’s efforts to be the safest and kindest platform for teens to express themselves, informed Tara Bedi, Public Policy and Community Outreach Manager, Instagram, India.



The Counter Speech Fellowship engages creative teens to use the power of visual storytelling to start meaningful conversations on issues that are important to young citizens around the world. The program is built around the idea of using arts for positive expression and advocacy, and is designed as an incubator for the future generation of leaders and activists. In 2019, the fellowship will be launched in Kolkata, Guwahati and Hyderabad and will focus on six themes - bullying, diversity, mental well-being, body positivity, gender equality and sustainability, informed Rohit Kumar, Co-Founder, YLAC India.



The fellowship was launched in 2017 and expanded to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Kolkata in 2018. 180 teen leaders have graduated from the fellowship so far across these cities.

Rathayatra Special BHOG-Ranna Contest'

14 over-enthusiastic talented cooks and food-lovers participated in 'Rathayatra Special BHOG-Ranna Contest', presented by 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society', in association with 'Hello Kolkata' on 7th July eve.

  The joint winners were Shanta Debnath ('Rashabara') and Madhumita Ghosh ('Gajorer Sandesh'), closely followed by Madhab Ghosh ('Malpoya' & 'Rabri'). Other contestants who presented delicious dishes of various items were Chaitali Banerjee, Chandana Das, Ishita Banerjee, Lalita, Ronita Banerjee, Sukla Banerjee, Madhuri Mahato, Payel Ghosh, Rakhi Modak Nayek, Piu Haldar and Smita Chakraborty.

    The Jury Members were Tamal Mukherjee, Dr. Saheli Roychowdhury, Putul Biswas, Piyali Basu Roychowdhury, Susanta Prasanna Tikadar, Swati Mukherjee and Amit Basu Roychowdhury.
       Sukanya Roy and Tamonash Mukherjee did wonderful coordination of the program.

    Ms. Smita Charaborty, Cultural Secy. and Mr. Subhodeep Mallick, Org. Secy. of 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society' whole-heartedly supported this grand cooking fiesta.

    Asish Basak, Editor-Director, 'Hello Kolkata' remarked that 'Rathaytra Utsav' at Newtown Sukhobrishti' is a perfect setting for such a cooking contest as delicious 56 bhogs are regularly rendered to Lord Jagannath & his siblings.

    On 9th July, 2nd round of 'Hello Kolkata COOKING FIESTA' will take place again here, informed Subhodeep Mallick.

Rathayatra Utsav' by 'Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society'

Newtown Shukhobrishti Jagannath Society' has organized a mega fiesta- 'Lord of the Universe Fest' ('Rathayatra Utsav') from 3 - 12 July at Newtown Shukhobrishti Complex.

   Apart from 56 Bhogs & Arati each day, the festival has a well-spread Fair, showcasing various items, along with a range of cultural programs on stage for wholesome entertainment for all ages, informed Sri Subhodeep Mallick, Organizing Secretary, NSJS.

  "We are proud to be associated as 'Media Partner' of this grand initiative that promotes socio-cultural harmony," remarked Asish Basak, Editor-Director, 'Hello Kolkata'.

   "Each day we have more than hundreds of visitors, including dignitaries from all sectors of the society," said Subhodeep Mallick and Smita Chakraborty, Cultural Secy., NSJS

   Special guests of 5th July eve at NSJS Fest included Aloke Datta (poet & socio-cultural promoter), Amit Basu Roy Chowdhury (social activist), Dibyendu Pal (nationally acclaimed musician), Sanskar (Indian Idol famed singer), businessman Dibyangshu Nandi, anchor Sukanya Roy and many others.     

Two Bengali albums Launched

Eagle Eye Entertainment and Angel Digital had officially released their  wo music albums - "Tara Tui To Amar Maa" and "Tor Ai Valobasari Chhoya Ke". The glittering ceremony was held at Kolkata Press Club on 4th July eve.


   "Tor Ai Valobasari Chhoya Ke" is sung by Zee Bangla Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2016 champion Soumen Nandi and Sangita Deb.

   "Tara Tui To Amar Maa" is sung by renowned singer Ranvir Roy,     

       A host of dignitaries from various sectors of the society, including singer Kamalika Chakrabarty from Zee Bangla and Junior Kishor Mondal from Star Jalsa, had graced the occasion.

Eagle Eye Entertainment and Angel Digital had officially released their  wo music albums - "Tara Tui To Amar Maa" and "Tor Ai Valobasari Chhoya Ke". The glittering ceremony was held at Kolkata Press Club on 4th July eve.

   "Tor Ai Valobasari Chhoya Ke" is sung by Zee Bangla Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2016 champion Soumen Nandi and Sangita Deb.

   "Tara Tui To Amar Maa" is sung by renowned singer Ranvir Roy,     

       A host of dignitaries from various sectors of the society, including singer Kamalika Chakrabarty from Zee Bangla and Junior Kishor Mondal from Star Jalsa, had graced the occasion.

Barsha Boron" at Bhubaneswar

Gitanjali' and 'Delight Entertain....' (two of the leading cultural organizations in Bhubaneswar) jointly staged "Barsha Boron" on 30th June at Hotel Suriyansh. In spite of massive rain in the same evening, the auditorium was almost full with the hard core music lovers of Bhubaneswar.

   The program began with a series of Bengali programs (songs, recitations, geeti alekhho, sruti natak, etc) presented by "Team Geetanjali", performed by Mowha Maharana, Indira Dey, Priya Sengupta,  Radha Basu, Suparna Banerjee. Master Priyodarshi Mahit, Pranab Kumar Dey, Dr. Sajalendu Malakar and Parmal Malakar. Radha Bose played the role of the anchor while the Club Secretary T.K. Raha ensured that perfection was never compromised in any sector.

    This was soon followed by a musical fiesta with Arun Mathan (Delight Entertain..) at the helm. The singers included Swapna Patra, Tanushree Jena, Master Nilu and Arun Mathan, supported by some of the eminent musicians of the city like Kishore Nayak, Girija and Sanjoy.

    The cultural event was followed by a well-spread cocktail & dinner.