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Kalonunia Rice of West Bengal: The Fragrant Black-Husked Heritage Grain of North Bengal with GI Recognition

Unlike black rice varieties whose edible kernels contain dark purple pigments, Kalonunia has a black outer husk enclosing a white, medium-slender grain. Its unusual appearance distinguishes it from many other traditional rice varieties, while its natural aroma and cooking qualities have earned it a place among Bengal’s valued non-Basmati aromatic grains.

CISF Introduces Specialised Security Commands to Protect India’s Critical PSU and Industrial Infrastructure

The Ministry of Home Affairs has identified emerging technological threats as an important consideration in the reorganisation. Critical infrastructure facilities increasingly depend on interconnected digital systems, automated industrial processes and electronic surveillance networks, creating security requirements that extend beyond conventional perimeter protection.

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