Siliguri, March 30: University of North Bengal Commerce Department Professor Samirendra Nath Dhar unveiled the first edition of The Commerce Bulletin prepared by first batch of M.Com students.
The 24 page bulletin contains messages from Principal Fr. (Dr.) Babu Joseph, who described the publication as “a shining testament to the dynamic academic spirit and intellectual curiosity that thrives within our halls.” He emphasized that the bulletin would soon expand to include contributions from undergraduate students, aligning with the college’s mission to nurture research aptitude and scientific temper.
Dean Mr. Anirban Ghosh hailed the newsletter as “a vibrant platform for sharing academic insights, research ideas, achievements, and creative expressions,” encouraging students to use it to learn beyond the classroom.
Head of Department Dr. Abhijit Chakraborty noted that the bulletin reflects “our collective academic life—teaching engagements, research pursuits, student achievements, and outreach activities.”
The inaugural issue features a wide range of articles authored by postgraduate students and faculty. Topics include household debt and its implications for financial stability, the role of street vendors in Siliguri’s urban economy, the digital shift from cash counters to QR codes in small businesses, changing consumption patterns and the rise of durable goods in India, and the rupee’s depreciation against global currencies. Each piece blends empirical data with local and national perspectives, making commerce relatable to everyday life.
Editorial board members Rose Mishra, Pushpen Ghosh, Sayukta Chhetri, and Bipashna Rai underscored the newsletter’s role in capturing “ideas, experiences, and observations shaped through academic engagement and practical exposure.”
PG Coordinator Dr. Dipankar Rudra praised the initiative as a platform that will “enhance the spirit of application of research among UG and PG students in solving real‑life problems.”
The release of The Commerce Bulletin signals the department’s commitment to fostering inquiry, encouraging student voices, and engaging with contemporary economic challenges. END