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Diksha hosts sit and draw workshop in Kolkata

Kolkata, Aug 15 (IBNS) Around 30 children from Diksha, an organisation supported by CRY - Child rights and You, attended a sit and draw workshop at the Oxford Bookstore in Kolkata.

India celebrates 69th Independence Day

New Delhi/Mumbai/Kolkata/Chennai, Aug 15 (IBNS) From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, millions of Indians remembered freedom fighters as the country celebrated its 69th Independence Day on Saturday.

Pondicherry University woman VC asked to go on leave

Pondicherry, Aug 14 (IBNS) Chandra Krishnamoorthy, who happens to be the first woman Vice Chancellor of Pondicherry University, has been asked to go on leave by the Human Resource Development (HRD) ministry following demand for her removal by the students, said media reports.

IIM Calcutta welcomes 'Manjhi' director, cast to their campus

Kolkata, Aug 13 (IBNS): The cast Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Radhika Apte, and the Director Ketan Mehta of the upcoming Hindi movie -'Manjhi' were in Kolkata for promotions.

Rupa Foundation honoured meritorious students with Rupa Genius Awards 2015

Kolkata, Aug 13 (IBNS): Rupa Foundation on Thursday handed over the Rupa Genius Awards to felicitate the efforts of meritorious students across all boards at ICCR.

Inorbit Mall promotes entrepreneurship in women

Mumbai, Aug 13 (IBNS) Inorbit Malls concluded their unique “Pink Power” initiative on Thursday at their Malad Mall with Former Miss India winner and actress Pooja Chopra as guest of honour.

Pernia Qureshi charms all as dancing bride for Suneet Varma

Mumbai, Aug 13 (IBNS): Pernia Qureshi was the show stopper for designer Suneet Varma at the BMW India Bridal Fashion Week.

Judge me by my karma: Amish Tripathi

One of the best-selling contemporary writers, Amish (Tripathi) is often regarded as India's first literary pop-star. In Kolkata for the release of his latest book, Scion of Ikshvaku, Amish (who chooses to do away with his surname Tripathi) opens up about his love for religion and mythology with TWF correspondent Sudipto Maity

School dropout from Kolkata reach WorldSkills Competition 2015 in Brazil

Kolkata, Aug 13 (IBNS): Twenty one year old Surajit Kumar Rana, a 5th standard pass from Kolkata was declared as the winner in the 'Jewellery Making' skill at the finals of WorldSkills India 2015.

PC Jeweller launches 'Jewels For Less' scheme on I-Day

Kolkata, Aug 12 (IBNS): Jewellery brand PC Jeweller has announced the launch of the popular Jewel for Less Scheme (JFL Scheme) for its existing and potential customers spread across the country.

Mahindra Group hands over 3784 toilets under Swachh Bharat Program

Mumbai, Aug 11 (IBNS): In the first week of August 2015, the Mahindra Group successfully implemented its promised Swachh Bharat:Swachh Vidyalaya (SBSV) program when it completed construction of toilet blocks in schools at 1171 locations earmarked for this purpose by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD).

Kolkata: USIEF organises fair for Indian students

Kolkata, Aug 11 (IBNS): The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), jointly with KIC Univ Assist, on Monday hosted a University Fair at the American Centre in Kolkata for students who desire to pursue higher studies in the USA.

RED BANDSTAND Azaadi Festival concludes with rocking performances

Kolkata, Aug 11 (IBNS) : 93.5 RED FM’s magnificent presentation to revolutionize the Bangla rock music—‘RED BANDSTAND Azaadi Festival’ culminated in a grand way this weekend.

Cambridge appeal grows for schools in India

Kolkata, Aug 11 (IBNS): More students than ever before will collect their Cambridge International Examinations results on Tuesday, following a surge in popularity of Cambridge qualifications in India and around the world.

Sonam Kapoor turns bride from Benaras for Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla

Mumbai, Aug 10 (IBNS): Even the heavy rain couldn't dampen Delhites' fashion spirits, who came in large numbers to witness the opening of BMW India Bridal Fashion Week on Friday.