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UK mums getting back to work thanks to grandparents’ childcare: Study

Nov 09, 2017, at 03:51 am

Birmingham, Nov 8 (IBNS): The extent of grandparents providing childcare in the UK is much higher than previously thought and is a factor in helping mums to get back into the workplace.

IIT Kharagpur and University of Manchester explore opportunities for collaborative programs

Nov 07, 2017, at 10:25 pm

Kharagpur, Nov 7 (IBNS): IIT Kharagpur and University of Manchester recently held a series of discussions in scientific, technical, and other areas to undertake joint research or technology projects and international academic programs.    

Indian education is moving online. Here’s why.

Nov 07, 2017, at 08:33 pm

Indian economy has been growing rapidly over the past few years. This rapid growth has brought the best of technology to India, with several tech giants setting up shop in the country. Technology has further boosted the growth trend and also enhanced the way different sectors like business, agriculture and education function.

Flavours of Life: Seeing the world through the eyes of a poet

Nov 07, 2017, at 07:58 pm

They say that poetry is the food for our souls and every literature addict out there can attest to this fact. The most aesthetic feature of poetry is that it can hold so many emotions, ideas and thoughts in such few words.

Second edition of Big Little Book Award to honour Bengali authors of children’s literature

Nov 07, 2017, at 07:47 pm

Kolkata, Nov 7 (IBNS): Bengali authors -- Nabaneeta Dev Sen, Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay, Amarendra Chakravorty and Kartik Ghosh -- have been shortlisted for Parag's 'Big Little Book Award' for children’s literature in Indian languages.    

The new Holly 4 Plus smartphone from Honor hits the Indian market

Nov 06, 2017, at 07:26 pm

Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS): Honor, Huawei’s Smartphone e-brand, recently launched the new Holly 4 Plus smartphone in India.

Camera phone brand Oppo to release Oppo5 on Thursday

Nov 06, 2017, at 07:00 pm

Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS): Camera phone brand OPPO recently unveiled the OPPO F5, its first FHD+ full screen display model in India, featuring the A.I. Beauty technology – a technology designed to personalize beautification for subjects on a selfie image.

918 kilograms of multi-grain, nutritious, high-protein khichdi creates a new Guinness World Records feat

Nov 05, 2017, at 02:13 am

New Delhi, Nov 4 (IBNS): In a bid to build interest and demand for indigenous ingredients in the global markets, India today created a new Guinness World Records achieving by preparing 918 kgs of Khichdi at the World Food India 2017. 

Don't be obsessed with negative feelings about your body, says author Foram Shah

Nov 04, 2017, at 06:59 pm

Author Foram Shah talks about her recent book "The Healers", published by Power Publishers. 

There is hope even in death says Dr Abhijit Dam in his latest book Mrtyu

Nov 04, 2017, at 06:50 pm

Power Publishers recently released "Mrtyu" by Dr Abhijit Dam. A conversation with the author reveals his passion for the written word and how he juggled writing with his medical practice.

A determined person is bound to achieve his or her goal, says author Mandakini Bansal

Nov 04, 2017, at 06:08 pm

Author Mandakini Bansal talks about her book "Struggled till Last" published by Power Publishers

Escape from Terror

Nov 04, 2017, at 05:56 pm

The Fortnight on Elimination of Violence Against Women, mandated by a UN declaration, begins on 25 November and ends on International Human Rights Day, 10 December. Violence against women still continues worldwide, including India, but women are also fighting back, reports� Aninnya Sarkar

Beauty on the floor

Nov 04, 2017, at 05:42 pm

Get floored, literally, by the beauty and craftsmanship of the traditional alpana art of Bengal, which is getting a new life during public festivities like puja, and even during the recent U-17 FIFA World Cup, writes Uttara Gangopadhyay

Alternative Living Theatre holds five-day national drama festival in Kolkata neighbourhood

Nov 03, 2017, at 10:54 pm

Kolkata, Nov 3 (IBNS): The concept of the “Para Porshir Theatre” festival is to build a bridge of friendliness and highlight different forms of theatre practices across the globe, said Subhadeep Guha, while talking of the five-day national drama festival organised by Alternative Living Theatre (ALT).

Child neglect linked to parental unemployment, finds study

Nov 03, 2017, at 10:07 pm

London, Nov 3 (IBNS): The number of reported cases of child neglect in the United States of America increased as a result of the spike in unemployment following the financial crisis of 2007-08, according to new Oxford University research.

Eva India 2017 travelling to different Indian cities for the audition rounds

Nov 03, 2017, at 08:01 pm

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IBNS): The EVA INDIA 2017 beauty pageant was launched recently in Delhi.

JW Marriott makes special preparations for guests on one year anniversary

Nov 03, 2017, at 07:58 pm

Kolkata, Nov 3 (IBNS): JW Marriott, the first hotel in Kolkata and East India by Marriott International, completed a year of its operation in the city on Friday and the hotel is making special preparations for the guests to celebrate the one year anniversary.

Kolkata: Stone Paper Scissors extends the festive cheer with kids' party

Nov 03, 2017, at 07:55 pm

Kolkata, Nov 3 (IBNS):� Kolkata-based Stone Paper Scissors has decided to extend the festive fun a wee bit more for the city's children by holding a Halloween themed party at their premises on Saturday (Nov 4).

Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts Safaris launches Taj Wedding Studio

Nov 01, 2017, at 11:37 pm

Kolkata / Mumbai, Nov 1 (IBNS): Resplendent venues at picturesque locations, sumptuous culinary experiences, bespoke wardrobes, and expert planners, the perfect wedding is a blend of grand gestures and intricate detail. Since its establishment, Taj has always been synonymous with signature wedding celebrations at exotic destinations. To infuse creativity into weddings, Taj Hotels launched the Taj Wedding Studio that brings to life the art of planning a dream wedding, inspired from the very best in the industry.

21 US universities engage students at USIEF-EducationUSA University Fair in Kolkata

Nov 01, 2017, at 06:03 pm

Kolkata, Nov 1 (IBNS): Representatives from 21 accredited American universities interacted with hundreds of local students and their parents at the USIEF-EducationUSA University Fair 2017, hosted by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) here on Wednesday. 

Rotary International District 3291 hosts Anandamela 2017 in Kolkata

Oct 31, 2017, at 09:08 pm

New Delhi, Oct 30 (IBNS): Rotary International District 3291, in association with Helpage India, presented Anandamela 2017 in Kolkata recently.

Romantic novels are her favourite and hence her first book is also based on a love story, says Anchal Srivastava

Oct 31, 2017, at 07:20 pm

Power Publishers released "An Unimaginable Love" by author Anchal Srivastava, who is currently exploring her passion for the written word. In this interview, she speaks about her book and what started her journey.

Foram Shah weaves interesting tale around eating habits in Healers

Oct 31, 2017, at 04:19 pm

How many of us, adults, really love to eat veggies and fruits? Children all over the world detest these healthy food options. On the other hand, many, including kids, tend to get sucked into crash-dieting.

Audiobooks are expected to be the future of books, says publisher

Oct 30, 2017, at 06:45 pm

Kolkata, Oct 30 (IBNS): According to Indian audiobook publisher, Power Publishers, ebooks are not the future of printed books because latest statistics have revealed that audiobooks are the fastest growing segment in book publishing.  

High tech meets hot tikka

Oct 28, 2017, at 10:34 pm

Curry Up Now, which runs food trucks, restaurants, bars and a catering business in California, fuses Indian flavours with American favourites, discovers Candice Yacono

Luxury Watches for Sports Enthusiasts

Oct 28, 2017, at 02:22 am

Men leading an active lifestyle deserve a watch that can withstand everythingthat they can-- from sweat to seawater! But finding a watch that looks good and suits all your needsis a real challenge. A sports watch is an indispensable piece in every man’s watch collection. And it shouldbe able to handle it all, from heading to the gym to a leisurely game of golf and from hitting the beach to chilling at the bar. Aside for this an ideal sportswatch is robust, waterproof andshould go well with everything you wear.

Treasure trove of Indian paintings

Oct 28, 2017, at 01:06 am

One of the world’s best collections of South Asian art can be found in the San Diego Museum of Art, California with emphasis on Indian paintings spanning many genres, reports Candice Yacono

Mrityu: Death tales with a healing touch

Oct 28, 2017, at 12:00 am

“Mrityu” by Dr Abhijit Dam is a book with a difference. It is a collection of thirteen short stories and these stories are not the regular fare that we have come to expect.

Beyond The Hindukush: An Indian doctor's memoirs of his stay in Iran

Oct 27, 2017, at 11:45 pm

“Beyond The Hindukush” is an autobiographical novel by Dr Bhagaban Chandra Patra, a veteran gynaecologist who has spent his life in faraway Iran.

Kolkata's The Palms Restaurant to soon have a lounge area, says owner

Oct 27, 2017, at 09:35 pm

Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS): Tollywood actor Sayani Dutta regaled the guests with her behind-the-scenes anecdotes of her upcoming Bengali film Michael while we indulged in some hearty eating at The Palms Restaurant in Kolkata, which held its birthday bash on Thursday.