What does a towering Art Deco landmark in the heart of Kolkata have to do with Hollywood's golden age and American GIs? When Metro Cinema opened its doors in 1935, it wasn't just a movie theater—it was a magnificent showcase built by the legendary American film studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) to introduce the magic of Hollywood to India. With its sweeping lines and neon glow, the building stood as a brilliant symbol of American architectural innovation and entertainment leadership in the subcontinent. During World War II, this iconic venue transformed into a vital home away from home. It became the ultimate favorite haunt for thousands of wartime U.S. troops stationed in the region, offering American GIs a comforting slice of home through Hollywood newsreels and movies right on Chowringhee Road. #Freedom250#

1st phase of #census# will be held from Aug 1-15 with online self enumeration in #WestBengal# 2nd phase to be held from Aug 16-Sept 14 for field enumeration where citizens will provide field officers 11 digit SE number LINK:

#TheSouthernView# with @Vasudha156 "I am very happy to return to Kolkata. I can’t go to Bangladesh but this is my second home. I want to visit college street, coffee house and my old friends": Author @taslimanasreen to NDTV's @SreyashiDey

I am pleased with my performance and truly humbled to win my third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal at Glasgow. This being my fourth CWG appearance makes this achievement even more special. I would like to thank everyone for your unwavering support. Jai Hind 🇮🇳

I strongly condemn the brutal attack by miscreants on Police Personnel and Journalists at Kolkata today. Several injured Journalists are currently undergoing treatment at SSKM Hospital. I visited the Hospital to meet the injured Journalists and personally enquired about their health. I have issued directions to ensure that they receive best treatment possible. Strict legal action will be taken against all the culprits involved. I have asked CP @KolkataPolice to identify the miscreants and initiate legal action against them. @ANI @PTI_News @PCITweets @IndEditorsGuild

Assam floods are tragic. This is the worst I have seen in over a decade as a journalist covering the Northeast. 47 dead, 7.21 lakh people affected in Assam floods so far. I report on the tragedy from the worst-affected areas of Sivasagar, Teok, Charaideo, etc. 🙏 Silent prayers.

Selfies, slogans & reels! #Kolkata# protests against #NEET# paper leak, demanding the resignation of the union education minister. From boom boxes to innovative posters, this kind of protest is very different from the political ones covered over the years.