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Cleartrip’s year-end report Cleartrip Unpacked 2025 highlights notable shifts in travel behaviour among users from Kolkata, reflecting wider national trends centred on affordability, flexibility, and digital-first planning. One of the key insights from the city was a 29-day continuous hotel stay booked by a Kolkata traveller, indicating growing interest in longer and more flexible travel experiences. Across the platform, budget and mid-range hotels accounted for the majority of bookings, a trend also reflected among Kolkata users who increasingly prioritised value-driven travel. Mobile usage remained strong, with over 65% of bookings made through smartphones, supported by the widespread adoption of UPI…

Dr. Satya Prakash Yadav, Senior Director, Medical Oncology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon Childhood leukemia is the most common cancer in children and adolescents, accounting for approximately one-third of all pediatric cancer cases globally. The emotional, financial, and physical toll on families and healthcare systems is significant. An estimated 58,785 new cases of childhood leukemia were diagnosed worldwide in 2021. In low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), including India, delayed diagnosis and limited access to specialized care significantly worsen outcomes, with survival rates often falling below 30%, compared to 80% in high-income countries. Overview of Types of Childhood Leukemia Childhood leukemia…

STIHL India successfully concluded its landmark West-to-East “Parivartan Yatra” with a grand closing ceremony in Itanagar, marking the culmination of an extraordinary nationwide journey aimed at promoting farm mechanization and modern agricultural practices. The yatra was flagged off from Dwarka, Gujarat, and over the course of the journey covered 9 states, travelled more than 15,000 kilometres, and connected with over 10,000 farmers across the country. The initiative served as a powerful platform to engage directly with farmers, demonstrate advanced mechanized solutions, and spread awareness about the latest technologies transforming modern farming. The Parivartan Yatra was conceptualized by STIHL India with…

Samsung on Monday announced the first edition of Galaxy Days on Flipkart, offering exclusive benefits to customers, including buyers in Kolkata. The three-day online event will run from December 16 to December 18 and will bring enhanced exchange offers, pair-up deals and limited-period rewards on a range of Galaxy devices. Samsung said customers can avail exchange bonuses of up to ₹12,000 on select Galaxy smartphones during the sale period. For customers in Kolkata looking to upgrade their devices, the offer also includes pair-up deals, allowing savings of up to ₹5,000 on Galaxy wearables and accessories when purchased along with eligible…