RK Laxman's last originals to feature at actor Rahul Bose’ auction
Mumbai, Feb 11 (IBNS) On Feb 19, Rahul Bose and his NGO The Foundation are all set to host their annual auction called "The Idea of India" that will feature 12 iconic pieces of memorabilia from noteworthy donors globally who personify and epitomize the soul of art and culture across the world.
IDP organises education fair for Indian students to study abroad
Kolkata, Feb 10 (IBNS): IDP Education India on Tuesday organised a multi-destination Education Fair in Kolkata for students aspiring to pursue higher education abroad.
Emami Foundation celebrates 7th edition of Book Lending Programme with CSR initiatives
Kolkata, Feb 10 (IBNS): Emami Foundation, the CSR and philanthropic arm of the Rs 10,000 crore business conglomerate Emami Group, observed its 7th edition of Book Lending Programme with its CSR programmes "Padho India Padho" and "Badhte kadam" here on Tuesday.
STORY: Encouraging children to read books
Kolkata, Feb 10 (IBNS) STORY, a leading book-store in Kolkata, has found a very workable solution to one of the most common complaints we hear today-- children do not read books.
Amaan Ali Khan , Ayaan Ali Khan collaborate with Grammy nominated violinist Elmira Darvarova
Mumbai, Feb 9 (IBNS) Sarod artists Amaan Ali Khan and Ayaan Ali Khan are all set to perform with noted Grammy nominated violinist Elmira Darvarova.
The Heritage School Kolkata ranked 1st among Pre-primary Composite Schools
Kolkata, Feb 9 (IBNS) The Heritage School Kolkata has been ranked number one in the city by Education World among Pre-primary Composite Schools, out of 665 sample respondents polled by C fore researchers, according to a release by the school.
KONSTRUKT 2016: A design and innovation award for architects and civil engineers from West Bengal
Kolkata, Feb 8 (IBNS) The first edition of KONSTRUKT, a Design and Innovation Awards initiative by SRMB Srijan Ltd, aimed at recognizing excellence in the field of civil engineering and architecture in West Bengal, was announced on Saturday.
Santoor maestro Tarun Bhattacharya brings 500 Strings of Santoor to Kolkata
Kolkata, Feb 8 (IBNS) Santoor maestro Tarun Bhattacharya is all set to bring on stage 500 Strings of Santoor.
'Bangaler Chharachhori': Memories of another day in limericks
Kolkata, Feb 8 (IBNS) Ajoy Gupta's book of Bengali limericks, 'Bangaler Chharachhori', about his days in East Pakistan, was launched at Kolkata's Oxford book store recently in the presence of noted Indian footballer and former Sheriff of Kolkata, Chuni Goswami, and journalist-author Shankarlal Bhattacharjee.
Birmingham City University to host ‘Terrorism and Cultural Freedom’ conference
Birmingham, Feb 8 (IBNS) A one-day open international conference discussing ‘Terrorism and Cultural Freedom’ will take place at Birmingham City University (UK) on June 7.
Hair Zone opens its second outlet in Kolkata
Kolkata, Feb 8 (IBNS) Actors Saheb Bhattacharya and Suchandra Vaaniya inaugurated the Hair Zone – Spa & Salon, the second outlet of Hair Zone in Kolkata, on Friday.
The French Loaf introduces an array of French éclair confectioneries for Valentine’s Day
Bangalore, Feb 8 (IBNS): The French Loaf, a bakery chain in the country, has introduced wide range of French eclair confectionaries designed by Chef Boopesh, Corporate Chef- The French Loaf & Le Chocolatier.
Kolkata college awards certificates to women in community outreach programme
Kolkata, Feb 8 (IBNS) Participants of Sucharu, a capacity-building programme conducted by Kolkata's Women's Christian College and funded by the University Grants Commission, received their certificates and prizes at a ceremony organised by the college.
Google: Doodle celebrates Dmitri Mandeleev's 182nd birthday
California, Feb 8 (IBNS) Google on Monday celebrated late Russian scientist and inventor Dmitri Mandeleev's 182nd birthday with a doodle.
Jaipur has an unmatched polo tradition with its royal family trying to keep the polo legacy alive. The game conjures up visions of aristocracy, excellence, style and rare athletic power. Jaipur’s Saawa Man Singh II was one of the most famous polo players of 1950s and 60s. And now his great grandson, the young Maharaja of Jaipur, Padmanabh Singh, who has also taken up polo, has been chosen by a polo clothing company to become its brand amabassador, making it a first in the royal family. Rajasthan Post/TWF correspondent R. Pal caught up with him…