The Punjab of the Romantics: Love and longing in Indian Punjab’s literature
Jul 24, 2023, at 02:01 am
Set against the vibrant kaleidoscope of mustard fields, the palpable rhythm of dhol beats, and the fragrant air that carries the aroma of sumptuous Punjabi cuisine, unfolds the complex, profound and rich tapestry of Punjabi literature.
Google honours Indian-American artist Zarina Hashmi on her 86th birthday
Jul 16, 2023, at 10:33 pm
New Delhi: Google honoured Indian-American artist Zarina Hashmi on her 86th birth anniversary by featuring a doodle depicting her creative persona and work.
Nagaland: Women trained on jacquard handloom weaving
Jul 12, 2023, at 10:32 pm
Wokha district administration, in collaboration with the North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation Limited (NEHHDC), Guwahati and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Task Force, recently flagged off a batch of women for specialized residential skill training on Jacquard Handloom at Deputy Commissioner Conference Hall.
New Delhi hosts Ashadha Purnima, key Buddhist delegation members attend
Jul 12, 2023, at 09:43 pm
New Delhi: New Delhi recently hosted the global delegation for the celebration of Ashadha Purnima, an event organised by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in conjunction with India’s Ministry of Culture, media reports said.
Motorola makes Kriti Sanon its new brand ambassador
Jul 06, 2023, at 11:15 pm
Kolkata: Cell phone maker Motorola has announced Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon as its brand ambassador during the launch event of its latest smartphones, the Motorola razr 40 Ultra and razr 40, held in the city.
Jul 03, 2023, at 10:07 pm
Every day there is one video or other which is going viral on social media but this time a video, featuring an elderly couple, has touched the hearts of millions as they wonderfully recreated the visuals of the classic Bollywood number 'Rimjhim Gire Saawan' from the 1979 film "Manzil".
Malaika Arora unveils Kalyan Jewellers' new showroom in Karnal at Dyal Singh Colony
Jul 01, 2023, at 11:18 pm
Karnal: The city of Karnal came to a standstill as crowds jostled to catch a glimpse of Bollywood actor Malaika Arora at the inauguration of Kalyan Jewellers’ showroom at Dyal Singh Colony.
Jun 30, 2023, at 06:51 pm
City of Bath, UK: Author and academician Mahul Brahma launched his eighth book- Aesthetic Leadership in Luxury- in the City of Bath in UK, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre.
Jun 29, 2023, at 11:17 pm
Traditional rituals in our country like pre-birth celebration for a would-be moms or weddings are getting a makeover today with many elements from outside conversing, finds Anju Munshi
British Deputy High Commission Kolkata celebrates Pride Month 2023
Jun 28, 2023, at 09:54 pm
Kolkata: To commemorate the Pride month, the British Deputy High Commission, Kolkata hosted a two-day workshop on 27-28 June 2023.
Jammu and Kashmir: Uri marks live musical festival
Jun 19, 2023, at 10:11 pm
The Indian Army in the Uri region of Jammu and Kashmir recently hosted a live musical event that showcased the rich cultural heritage of the area to the people.
Jammu and Kashmir:Neel Top Ramban hosts two-day summer carnival
Jun 19, 2023, at 09:22 pm
Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban region marked the two-day Neel Top Summer Carnival 2023 on Sunday as enthusiasts participated in the event to celebrate cultural exchange and adventure.
Kolkata: British Deputy High Commission commemorates International Day of Yoga 2023
Jun 19, 2023, at 01:50 am
Kolkata: To mark the International Day of Yoga 2023, the British Deputy High Commission Kolkata, Victoria Memorial Hall, SKAL International Kolkata with support from Novotel jointly hosted a yoga session at Victoria Memorial Hall on Sunday.
Kolkata NGO organises walk for child rights on Father's Day
Jun 18, 2023, at 11:09 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: A city NGO on Sunday organised a walk for child rights and the role of fathers in parenting on the occasion of International Father's Day (June 18).
Akasa Air launches refreshed menu on-board Cafe Akasa
Jun 18, 2023, at 10:18 pm
Kolkata: Akasa Air has announced an enhanced inflight food and beverage menu across its network as part of its constant endeavour to provide a differentiated culinary experience in the skies.
Amazon India launches ‘Yoga store’ to celebrate International Day of Yoga
Jun 17, 2023, at 11:59 pm
Kolkata: To celebrate and support the Government of India’s vision of promoting ‘Healthy and Fit India’, Amazon India announced the launch of ‘Yoga store’ that brings an unprecedented selection of Yoga essentials from Indian sellers.
Jun 17, 2023, at 04:54 am
Kolkata: Abuse against older women in India is witnessing a rising trend, with physical violence emerging as the top form of abuse, a report focusing on older women revealed.
Indian-Australian Vinod Daniel conferred with Order of Australia Medal
Jun 14, 2023, at 08:34 pm
Chennai: India Vision Institute's CEO Vinod Daniel has been conferred the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the King’s Birthday Honours.
India to host Miss World competition for first time after 27 years
Jun 09, 2023, at 11:05 pm
The Miss World Organization on Thursday announced that India has been chosen as the host country for the highly anticipated 71st Miss World 2023 pageant.
Goa G.O.A.T.S and their hipster ahead-of-time cafes
Jun 07, 2023, at 06:23 pm
Moshe Inbar of Artjuna and Mojigao and Jill Ferguson of Cafe Prana are two foreign (read from Israel and the US) restaurateurs in Goa who introduced the whole 'cool hipster vibe' into their joints decades ago with clean eating and organic cuisine. They have been living and working in India for decades and working on concepts and ideas that are truly inspirational and ahead of their time. Shikha Mishra meets them in her recent visit to Goa
Baristas behind bars: From serving time to serving lattes
Jun 05, 2023, at 08:55 pm
Perfectly foamed milk. A delicate butterfly enswirled atop. A bittersweet tang on the palate. A perfect cappuccino? It is beyond that.
Jun 05, 2023, at 12:52 am
The Thabarwa Dhamma Gaya Meditation Centre in Bodh Gaya will host a seven-day Vipassana course at the sacred Mahabodhi Mahavihara, media reports said.
Jammu and Kashmir to host ‘Vitasta’ Cultural Festival this month
Jun 04, 2023, at 03:01 am
Jammu and Kashmir will host the ‘Vitasta’ Cultural Festival in the last week of June as Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta took stock of the preparation of the event on Friday.
Jammu and Kashmir hosts one-day seminar on short story
Jun 04, 2023, at 02:55 am
A day-long multilingual seminar titled “Short Story in J-K: Directions and the Way Ahead” was held in Srinagar city on Thursday where participants tried to understand the new realm of literature.
A New Era in Residential Power Backup: Inverter and Battery Combo
Jun 03, 2023, at 05:13 pm
In the present era, an unceasing and uninterrupted electricity supply is vital for seamless operation of our everyday existence. Due to frequent electricity failures and escalating dependency on electronic gadgets, the requirement for a proficient power alternative becomes imperative. Inverter and battery combos have surfaced as a favored option in this context. And one of the leading brands offering energy storage solutions is Livguard. The company’s inverter battery combo is known for its superior performance and durability.
Kashmiri Musical instrument 'Tumbaknari' is gaining demand this wedding season
Jun 03, 2023, at 12:11 am
Srinagar: With the marriage season gaining momentum, the demand for an age-old backed clay musical instrument called 'Tumbaknari' is at the climax keeping the potters busy day and night to meet the order.
Kashmiri man trying to promote Urdu literature in UT
May 31, 2023, at 11:07 pm
Srinagar: Suhail Salim, a 30-year-old youth from downtown Srinagar, is trying hard to preserve and promote Urdu literature in Jammu and Kashmir.
May 29, 2023, at 04:38 am
Kolkata: The U.S. Consulate Kolkata, in partnership with New Delhi-based non-profit Aroh Foundation, conducted a two-day Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 3.0 bootcamp for a cohort of 30 entrepreneurs from West Bengal at the American Center in the city recently.
Budding Naga artists hosts three-day art exhibition near Kohima
May 29, 2023, at 02:05 am
Naga artists hosted a three-day art exhibition recently where they showcased the beautiful landscape of Nagaland and its rich culture and tradition.
Kochi hosts first Jewish marriage in 15 years
May 23, 2023, at 09:56 pm
Kochi witnessed a special wedding on Sunday when the south Indian city hosted the first Jewish marriage in 15 years, media reports said.