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**Johannes Beilharz** @johbeil@rheinneckar.social · Dec 18, 2024

Dec 18, 2024

Johannes Beilharz @johbeil@rheinneckar.social

'Traditionell' - Bauerndorf in West Bengalen, Indien, 2004 #FotoVorschlag #traditionell #Dorf #Indien #WestBengal #Bauerndorf #Kühe #Schafe #Menschen #Dorfleben #Fotografie #Reise #photography #travel

Farbfoto - Bunte Hauptstraße eines Bauerndorfes in West Bengalen, Indien. Eine rötliche Sandstraße mit Kühen, Schafen, einem Hahn und Menschen, gesäumt von Bauernhäusern mit Dächern aus Stroh und Blech. Aufgenommen 2004 mit einer Kodak-Digitalkamera.

**CelloMom On Cars** @CelloMomOnCars@mastodon.social · Oct 28, 2024

Oct 28, 2024

CelloMom On Cars @CelloMomOnCars@mastodon.social

"At least four people have been reported dead due to Severe Cyclonic Storm “Dana” in the Indian state of #WestBengal while over 113 312 ha (280 000 acres) of crops have been submerged in the state of Odisha as of Saturday, October 26, 2024.

Preliminary estimates indicate that Severe Cyclonic Storm “Dana” submerged 113 312 ha (280 000 acres) of crops and damaged an additional 71 000 ha (175 000 acres) of crops in #Odisha."

https://watchers.news/2024/10/26/cyclone-dana-fatalities-damage-crops-october-2024/

**Photochromprints** @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online · Sep 13, 2024

Sep 13, 2024

Photochromprints @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online

Calcutta. Bengal village Zürich : Photoglob Company, ca. 1890-1910 Villages,Bathing,Palms,India West Bengal Kolkata

#Calcutta #Bengal #Zürich #PhotoglobCompany #Palms #India #WestBengal #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017658188/

The image depicts a village scene from the early 20th century, possibly in West Bengal, India. The setting is characterized by thatched huts built on stilts over the ground, with palm trees interspersed among the structures. A river or canal runs through the village, with people engaged in various activities alongside it.

In the foreground, two individuals are seen bending near the water's edge, possibly engaged in agricultural tasks such as planting rice. Other people are visible further away, some of whom appear to be washing clothes by the riverbank. The village itself is surrounded by a lush environment with greenery and trees, suggesting a tropical or subtropical climate.

The image has a sepia tone, which gives it an old-fashioned appearance reminiscent of early photography techniques when color wasn't yet widely available. This monochrome effect adds a historical quality to the scene, allowing us to glimpse into the daily life and customs of this village from nearly a century ago.

**Photochromprints** @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online · Sep 13, 2024

Sep 13, 2024

Photochromprints @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online

Calcutta. Maliks Ghat Zürich : Photoglob Company, ca. 1890-1910 Ghats,Covered walks,People,India West Bengal Kolkata

#Calcutta #MaliksGhat #PhotoglobCompany #Kolkata #WestBengal #India #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017658187/

The image captures a bustling scene at a covered walkway, likely in the city of Kolkata in West Bengal, India. The architecture features ornate iron arches and beams that add a sense of grandeur to the structure. People can be seen congregating on the ground below, engaged in various activities that suggest this might be a marketplace or a gathering spot for locals. The image is rich with detail, from the textures of the building materials to the colorful attire of the people. It provides a glimpse into the everyday life in Kolkata during the early 20th century.

**Photochromprints** @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online · Sep 13, 2024

Sep 13, 2024

Photochromprints @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online

Calcutta. Hughlee boats Zürich : Photoglob Company, ca. 1890-1910 Boats,Sailing ships,Rivers,India West Bengal Kolkata Hooghly River

#Calcutta #Zürich #PhotoglobCompany #Rivers #India #WestBengal #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017658184/

This image is a historical photograph depicting an outdoor scene by a body of water, likely the Hooghly River in West Bengal, India. There are several boats on the water and along the shore. The boats vary in size and condition; some appear to be old and damaged, while others seem well-maintained. In the foreground, there are people interacting with the boats and each other. Some individuals are standing next to the boats, possibly engaged in boat maintenance or loading goods onto them. There is also an animal present, which might be a dog or a water buffalo. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a bustling riverfront community from an era when such scenes were commonplace.

**Photochromprints** @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online · Sep 13, 2024

Sep 13, 2024

Photochromprints @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online

Calcutta. Harbour. Sailing-ships Zürich : Photoglob Company, ca. 1890-1910 Boats,Sailing ships,Harbors,India West Bengal Kolkata

#Calcutta #Zürich #PhotoglobCompany #Harbors #India #Kolkata #WestBengal #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017658183/

The image is a historical photograph depicting a harbor scene. In the foreground, there's a sandy shore where a few individuals can be seen walking or standing, likely engaged in various activities. Beyond the shore, the water is filled with numerous boats and sailing ships of different sizes. These vessels are docked at what appears to be an old-style wharf. The architecture of the buildings and the styles of the ships suggest this photo was taken during the late 19th or early 20th century in a location that could be Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

The sky is clear with no visible clouds, indicating it might be dawn or dusk given the soft lighting. The overall atmosphere of the image conveys a sense of maritime activity and daily life at a time when such photographs were taken to document travel destinations for tourists or to share glimpses of foreign cultures with people who could not easily visit these places.

**Photochromprints** @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online · Sep 13, 2024

Sep 13, 2024

Photochromprints @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online

Calcutta. Upper Chitpore Road Zürich : Photoglob Company, ca. 1890-1910 Carts & wagons,City & town life,Liquor stores,India West Bengal Kolkata

#Calcutta #PhotoglobCompany #City& #Liquor #India #Indian #Kolkata #WestBengal #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017658178/

The image depicts a lively scene from an old Indian town. It's a bustling street teeming with life and activity. Numerous people are visible, some walking on the dirt road while others ride in carts or wagons, all dressed in traditional attire that suggests this is from an era in the late 19th or early 20th century.

The architecture of the buildings and the style of the clothing hint at the location being Kolkata (Calcutta) in West Bengal, India. The image captures a moment in time, showing the daily life of people from that era. It's a snapshot of history, providing insight into the transportation methods, clothing styles, and social interactions of that time period.

**Photochromprints** @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online · Sep 12, 2024

Sep 12, 2024

Photochromprints @Photochromprints@mastodon.ozioso.online

Calcutta. Harrison Road. II. Zürich : Photoglob Company, ca. 1890-1910 Streets,Ox teams,City & town life,Vending stands,India West Bengal Kolkata

#Calcutta #HarrisonRoad #Zürich #PhotoglobCompany #City& #Vending #India #Kolkata #WestBengal #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017658177/

The image depicts a bustling street scene, likely in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, during the early 20th century. It features a variety of people engaged in different activities, indicative of city life at that time. There are individuals walking, others standing or seated on the street, and various types of transportation visible, including carts and horses. The architecture suggests buildings typical of Kolkata's historic quarter. The photo has been colored to enhance its visual appeal for viewers, though it originally may have been in black and white or sepia tones. The presence of text on the image provides additional context regarding the location and historical period captured by the photograph.

**The Japan Times** @thejapantimes@mastodon.social · Aug 22, 2024

Aug 22, 2024

The Japan Times @thejapantimes@mastodon.social

Another sexual attack and murder demonstrate that it’s time for meaningful reform to improve the lives of Indian women. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/08/22/world/indias-attitude-toward-rape/ #commentary #worldnews #india #doctors #rape #sexcrimes #kolkata #westbengal #medicine #women039sissues

The Japan Times · Aug 22, 2024Protests won’t change India's attitude toward rapeBy Karishma Vaswani

**Deus** @Deus@charcha.cc · May 10, 2024

May 10, 2024

Deus @Deus@charcha.cc

Friend is on election duty in #WestBengal and he shared this. Captioned it as, "The engine I recall was a water pump". #Jugaad #Kolkata #India

A jugaad (innovative/frugal workaround) mini-pick up truck. It has a bright red colored single seater for the driver with a cargo area at the rear. The tyres are as small as that of a scooter. The steering wheel is round in shape. On the background, you see a poster of Mamata Banerjee (the current Chief Minister of West Bengal) and a local candidate hung on a wall of tiny house. There's a small window on the house with the glasses painted in a mix of Orange, Green, and White - the colors of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) party.

**earthling** @appassionato@mastodon.social · Nov 27, 2023

Nov 27, 2023

earthling @appassionato@mastodon.social

Beyond the world, West Bengal, India, July 2022

Every year when the water is low and/or moving slowly, a photochemical reaction creates a moss-like structure. While these algae make the water unsuitable for consumption by humans, it supports bacteria that can be beneficial to aqueous flora and fauna.

Photograph: Aniruddha Pal/EPOTY23

@photography
#India
#WestBengal
#algae

**AmiW Streetart** @AmiW@mastodon.online · Oct 4, 2023

Oct 4, 2023

AmiW Streetart @AmiW@mastodon.online

Mehr... Lieblingsfotos?
More... Favorite photos?
by Artist: #Fuzzylogic / #DipankarBakshi in Loc.: #WestBengal India - Title: "Yellow Monitor Lizard" - #Streetart #Art #Mastoart #PhotoArt #Wildlife #Photography #Fotografie #Lizard #APhotoLove

Photography. A color photo of two yellow monitor lizards that seem to embrace each other. In a green grassy landscape two monitor lizards are standing in intimate embrace. In reality they are fighting for their territory, but this snapshot shows them like lovers.
Info: A yellow monitor lizard is about 70 cm tall. The head is short and high, and the snout is broad. The nostrils are slit-shaped and are closer to the tip of the snout than to the eye. The trunk is stoutly built and covered with large scales. The coloration of the species is dark to light olive brown or reddish.

**Deus** @Deus@charcha.cc · Jul 13, 2023 *

Jul 13, 2023 *

Deus @Deus@charcha.cc

Who knew that the sight of these rickshaws would be a rarity soon in Indian roads. #Kolkata #Art #MastoArt #Throwback #WestBengal #India

The rear end of a rickshaw in Kolkata is painted with vibrant colors and exaggerated imagery similar to Bollywood poster art.

**Shibaprasad Bhattacharya** @shibaprasad@qoto.org · Jul 8, 2023

Jul 8, 2023

Shibaprasad Bhattacharya @shibaprasad@qoto.org

Polls, violence and West Bengal

**Indrani S** @indranisantra@mastodon.world · Apr 13, 2023

Apr 13, 2023

Indrani S @indranisantra@mastodon.world

Always fascinated by ruins around the world, and imagining what might have been centuries ago. A dilapidated #shiva temple on our recent trip.
#temple #ruins #architecture #travel #India #westbengal #bengal #photography