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  A book fair is a place where many books are displayed and sold. It is a paradise for people who love reading. Publishers , writers , and book sellers bring different kinds of books like storybooks , novels , textbooks , comics , and magazines . A book fair helps people gain knowledge and enjoy reading. Students and teachers can buy useful books at low prices. Many book fairs also organize author meetings , seminars, and storytelling sessions . Book fairs create a love for books and learning. They play an important role in spreading education and culture. Visiting a book fair is always a joyful and memorable experience. If you want, I can also write this as a short paragraph, essay, or speech reported by Sanchita chatterjee  

 Ganga Innovation Meet Brings Science, Policy and Communities Together for River Sustainability River Ganga, one of the world’s most sacred and life-sustaining rivers, supports rich aquatic biodiversity and provides livelihoods, food security, and cultural identity to millions of people across its vast basin. The ICAR–Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR–CIFRI), Barrackpore, organising the three-day “Ganga Innovation Meet 2026” from January 13 to 15 under the Namami Gange Programme. The national-level meet focused on reviewing project progress and fostering informed deliberations on sustainable riverine fisheries. The central theme, “Biodiversity Conservation, Stock Enhancement & Small-scale Fisheries in the Ganga River Basin,” highlighted the integration of science, policy and community participation. Researchers, policymakers, implementing agencies and field practitioners from across the country participated to exchange scientific findings, policy perspectives a...

Reported by Sanchita chatterjee    National Youth Day events: PM Modi is engaging with young leaders at dialogue events on January 12, commemorating Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary.  Safety & infrastructure: A hotel fire in Mumbai’s Kurla West was swiftly controlled with no reported injuries.  Aviation incident: A small IndiaOne Air aircraft made a forced landing near Rourkela in Odisha — no fatalities and all 6 onboard survived. 

  Reported by Sanchita chatterjee  Recent statements by the new U.S. Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, suggest that U.S. President Donald Trump could visit India “soon,” possibly within the next year or two, though no official dates have been announced. Gor, a close Trump ally, highlighted the strong personal rapport between Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and reaffirmed that bilateral ties remain a priority despite ongoing trade tensions. His remarks signal optimism about a future presidential trip as part of efforts to deepen economic and strategic cooperation between the two countries. A Washington Post report highlighted that Gor’s appointment comes as both sides work to reset relations following tariff disputes and other policy issues, with Gor aiming to leverage his close connection to Trump to foster progress.

 A galaxy of stars at the launch of Alok Mukherjee's autobiography 'Beyond the Red Card' "I played the best five years of my career for the country under Alok-da's coaching ," said Baichung Bhutia . Reported by Sanchita chatterjee   He never received a red card in his long football career, even while playing in a crucial position like side-back. Alok Mukherjee , who played for the country and the three major clubs with distinction, launched his autobiography ' Beyond the Red Card ' on Sunday at the Calcutta Sports Journalists Club . Overwhelmed by the crowded event for the release of his biography, Alok couldn't hold back his tears. He said, "So much love from so many people is now captured between two covers. Today, I feel that perhaps I have truly achieved something as a footballer." The book, published by Deep Prakashan , is written by sports journalist Arghya Bandyopadhyay . Present at the event were former legendary footballers Bha...

                Reported by Sanchita chatterjee: The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to withdraw the United States from as many as 66 international organisations, including several bodies affiliated with the United Nations, arguing that they no longer serve American national interests. The decision was contained in a proclamation issued on Wednesday following a comprehensive review of all international organisations, conventions, and treaties to which the United States is a party. According to the White House, the review concluded that many of these organisations operate in ways that undermine U.S. security, economic prosperity, sovereignty, and core national priorities. As part of the move, the U.S. will no longer actively participate in or provide funding for these organisations. Of the 66 affected bodies, 31 are linked to the United Nations, while the remaining 35 are non-UN international organisations. Many of...

  Niraj Kumar Panda Chief General Manager SBI of the Kolkata Circle Inauguration SBIOA AGM at Nazrul Manch Kolkata. Photo  by Sanchita chatterjee.   Reported by Sanchita Chatterjee,, Kolkata:  State Bank of India Officers' Association (Bengal Circle), an affiliate of All India State Bank Officers' Federation (AISBOF), representing the interests of almost 6000 officers of the Circle, organised its 60th Annual General Meeting (Diamond Jubilee Year), today (10th January, 2026) at Kishore Kobi Sukanta Bhattacharya Mancha (Nazrul Mancha), Rishi Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay Nagar (Kolkata). While inaugurating the Annual General Meeting of State Bank of India Officers' Association (Bengal Circle) Shri Rupam Roy, General Secretary, All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) and All India State Bank Officers' Federation (AISBOF), voiced his concems regarding several important issues directly impinging on the interest of the banking fraternity and the public at large....