Dr B C Roy Institute makeover revives city’s glorious architectural splendour
Dec 15, 2021, at 03:17 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The major renovation of the Dr B C Roy Institute at Kolkata's Sealdah region by the Eastern Railway, formerly known as The Clem Browne Institute, has revived the spirit of its past architectural splendour and heritage through restoration work.
IIT Kharagpur to hold annual convocation; Union education minister is chief guest
Dec 14, 2021, at 08:46 pm
Kharagpur (WB)/IBNS: Union Minister of Education, Dharmendra Pradhan will be the Chief Guest at the 67th Convocation of IIT Kharagpur, according to a release from the premier academic institution.
Kashmir: Crime Branch organises students tour to Dachigam Sanctuary
Dec 14, 2021, at 03:08 am
Srinagar/IBNS: Crime Branch of Kashmir organized a tour programme of students to National Wildlife Sanctuary, Dachigam in connection with celebration of “Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav” under a civic action programme.
India's Harnaaz Sandhu wins Miss Universe title
Dec 13, 2021, at 02:54 pm
Twenty-one years after Lara Dutta won the crown, India's Harnaaz Sandhu brought it back by winning the Miss Universe title on Sunday.
L.A Bar & Kitchen to serve personalized Pan-Asian and Indian cuisine
Dec 11, 2021, at 11:50 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Operating since 2020, the L.A Bar & Kitchen will be ready in time with a new festive menu, including personalized takes on Pan-Asian & Indian cuisine to satiate the winter taste buds of Calcuttan's.
Canteen Pub & Grub kicks off cake mixing season with nuts, dry fruits and spirits
Dec 11, 2021, at 10:41 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Canteen Pub & Grub welcomed the upcoming Christmas season by inviting guests to curate a hearty mixture of dry fruits and nuts for plum cakes with spirits, as part of Canteen's annual Cake Mixing Ceremony.
Sting signs up Akshay Kumar as its first-ever brand ambassador in India
Dec 11, 2021, at 03:00 pm
Kolkata: Teaming up to bring a jolt of energy for its consumers, PepsiCo India’s energy drink Sting announced Bollywood megastar Akshay Kumar its first-ever brand ambassador in India.
Jamia’s Rubina, PM Fellowship awardee, is a story of grit and glory
Dec 11, 2021, at 04:00 am
Rubina, a research scholar at Jamia Millia Islamia, selected for the coveted Prime Minister Research Fellowship under the Direct Entry category of May 2021 cycle, is a story of grit, determination and glory. Hailing from a humble family in Jamia Nagar, she has been an outstanding student throughout her academic life thus far. And, now, with PMRF assistance, she is slated to contribute innovatively in the field of Electrical Engineering, her academic discipline.
Parsa Mufti becomes first Kashmiri to receive Schwarzman Scholarship
Dec 10, 2021, at 09:16 pm
Srinagar/IBNS: Parsa Mufti became the first Kashmiri selected for Schwarzman Scholars, a scholarship funded by American Billionaire Stephen Schwarzman.
Seventh edition of Apeejay Bangla Sahitya Utsob to commence tomorrow
Dec 10, 2021, at 12:14 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The seventh edition of India’s first Bengali literary festival, Apeejay Bangla Sahitya Utsob (ABSU), curated by Oxford Bookstores, is all set to commence with a curated mix of virtual and physical sessions on Friday.
NCERT textbook-based videos in Indian Sign Language soon
Dec 09, 2021, at 06:05 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC) for developing NCERT textbook-based videos in Indian Sign Language.
Tigers' return to Gadchiroli forests after 30 years spike human-animal
Dec 09, 2021, at 06:52 am
Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district has seen a sharp increase in tiger population in recent years thanks to spillover from neighbouring Chandrapur district that is home to Tadoba- Andhari Tiger Reserve. Lack of cohabitation experience with the tigers is causing people to panic, which is leading to aggravated human-animal conflicts, writes Saurabh Katkurwar
Dec 04, 2021, at 08:39 pm
Vidhie Mukerjea, the daughter of INX Media co-founders Peter and Indrani Mukerjea, suffered an immense emotional turbulence back in 2015 when her parents were arrested in connection with the sensational Sheena Bora murder case. Vidhie, now in her 20s, came out describing her experience in a book, titled 'Devil's Daughter'. As the book was published, IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh interacts with Vidhie, who was at Starmark Kolkata recently, on the book, her experience and more
That’s the way a story is told
Dec 04, 2021, at 07:07 pm
Telling folk tales or stories from the epics to children is a part of our oral history, as across the world. But it is also an art –and challenge too, how to retain their interest, particularly with a multitude of channels open to them today. Deepa Kiran of Hyderabad is a modern storyteller who brings old stories alive with élan - dancing, acting, playing the flute or tambourine. Mesmerised by her act at a recent event, Ranjita Biswas chats with the artist to discover what makes her tick
Aligarh’s Areeba shoots to fame, breaks stereotypes about Muslim girls
Dec 04, 2021, at 06:15 pm
Areeba Khan, a 20-year-old student of Aligarh Muslim University, breaks the image of AMU girls that are often portrayed in the media as burqa-clad conservative women. In fact, she breaks the image of average Indian girls who are considered to be diffident and unfit for uncommon sports like shooting. Areeba today is the number two-ranked shooter of India, writes Dr. Shujaat Ali Quadri
Weekend Treat: Don’t miss the Chatpata Street Food Festival in Kolkata
Dec 04, 2021, at 05:51 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Here is a pleasant opportunity to dig into some savoury street food this weekend.
Dec 04, 2021, at 05:11 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Kutch, lying along the western border of India, in the state of Gujarat, is known for its handicrafts, including embroidered textiles, ‘ajrakh’ block printing, wood carvings, leather art, etc.; a haven for those who love ethnic products.
Roulette as One of the Most Popular Online Casino Games
Dec 03, 2021, at 03:03 am
Recently, roulette has gained wide popularity among gamblers. Like other online casino games, it's a unique opportunity to relax, have fun, and make an average evening more exciting. However, it's important to have patience and luck to make it more enjoyable.
Anup Jalota performs with Pt Aditya Narayan Banerjee on Tabla in Kolkata
Dec 02, 2021, at 10:53 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Bhajan Samraat Anup Jalota is performing with Pt Aditya Narayan Banerjee on Tabla at the Satyajit Ray Auditorium, ICCR, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, here on Thursday.
Flavours of Rajasthan: From Pickle N Amma
Dec 02, 2021, at 04:42 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Her pickle-making skills, honed over the past 30 years, would have remained a secret among her family and friends’ circle, if Rekha Lakhotia had not decided to market them commercially.
Piyush Goyal shares throwback pics with wife Seema on 30th wedding anniversary
Dec 02, 2021, at 05:22 am
Delhi/IBNS: Union minister Piyush Goyal, who celebrated his 30th marriage anniversary Wednesday, shared the memories of his wedding day on Twitter along with a heartwarming note for his wife Seema Goyal.
Hard Rock Cafe Kolkata launches new menu 'Local Favorites'
Dec 02, 2021, at 12:01 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Hard Rock Cafe, located in Kolkata's party hub Park Street, is now launching its new menu, namely 'Local’s Favorites', which is a dual affair of starters and shareable.
Nov 29, 2021, at 11:08 pm
“Today translation as a literary genre is getting amply recognised, if long overdue, in India. In another development in recent years, it is now accepted that writings in English is part of the wider spectrum of Indian regional literatures,” said Ranjita Biswas, journalist, author and translator, in her acceptance speech after receiving the PFC-Valley of Words, 2021, Award in the English Translation category.
Chair Poetry Evenings Festival held in Kolkata for fourth year
Nov 28, 2021, at 12:12 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Continuing with its annual tradition, Chair Literary Trust organised the fourth edition of Chair Poetry Evenings, Kolkata's International Poetry Festival here.
ITC Royal Bengal & ITC Sonar craft 'Ollie's Box Of Treats' for children
Nov 27, 2021, at 01:00 am
Kolkata/IBNS: ITC's Gourmet Couch has crafted 'Ollie’s Club Box of Treats', a collection of treats for the little wonders.
Lord of the Drinks brings a ‘Pizza Fest’ like never before
Nov 26, 2021, at 11:59 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The Lord of the Drinks, one of the most sought-after places, brings a stellar 'Pizza Festival' to relinquish for the people belonging to the 'City of Joy'.
Indian rapper King to perform live at Hard Rock Cafe in Kolkata on Nov 27
Nov 25, 2021, at 01:17 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Indian singer and rapper King will be performing live at the Hard Rock Cafe, Kolkata on Nov 27.
It’s ‘Showtime’ on Nov 27 at Kolkata's gastropub Monkey Bar with ‘The Untitled One’
Nov 23, 2021, at 01:28 am
Kolkata: It’s ‘Showtime’ at Monkey Bar, Kolkata this Saturday (Nov 27) from 6:30 to 10:30 pm with one of India’s most popular music artists, The Untitled One.
National Campaign to promote driving for women reaches Kolkata
Nov 23, 2021, at 12:26 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Shell Foundation, a UK based charity and the UK Government in association with Moving Women Social Initiatives Foundation (MOWO), has launched ‘Moving Boundaries’, a campaign to encourage women to pick up driving skills.
Bunaphile, where heritage meets contemporary charm!
Nov 23, 2021, at 12:17 am
It is at ‘Bhalobasa’ that love happens over a cup of perfectly brewed coffee. Must be wondering what I intend to say? Very simple! Bunaphile occupies the ground-floor space of the internationally renowned literary personality Nabaneeta Dev Sen’s house, which she lovingly called ‘Bhalobasa’—meaning love in Bengali.