Book review: A story that makes you ponder about your determination to succeed in life
Jan 20, 2020, at 01:13 pm
“It is the size of one’s will which determines success'' -- 'Iraadein' (written in Hindi) by Irfaan Ali, is a story that encapsulates the idea of this quote perfectly.
Climate change threatens the yak economy in Arunachal Pradesh
Jan 18, 2020, at 04:12 pm
Yak of the high Himalayas is increasingly affected by climate change, with wider economic and social ramifications for the pastoralist societies that have thrived on yak economy. As temperatures rise in the Arunachal Pradesh Himalayas, the traditional yak herders, Brokpas, are facing multiple challenges. Mongabay India writer Bikash Kumar Bhattacharya reports
The Bengal and Zubaan celebrate life of Nabaneeta Dev Sen, launch her book Chandrabati's Ramayan
Jan 17, 2020, at 08:26 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Launching her book Chandrabati's Ramayan in presence of eminent artists, The Bengal and Zubaan celebrated the life of writer and academician late Nabaneet Dev Sen at the ICCR Kolkata on Thursday.
7 Essential Elements Your SEO Strategy MUST Include to Beat Your Competition
Jan 17, 2020, at 04:13 pm
An SEO strategy can be considered as the blueprint of your entire Search Engine Optimization activities. Any competent SEO company in India starts this planning by understanding the goal of the business and later works towards improving visibility, driving traffic to the website, improving the conversion rates and eventually boosting both the top and bottom lines. There are a few key elements that the SEO strategy must include to be successful and beat the competition. These elements are discussed below.
Jan 17, 2020, at 04:03 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Narula Institute of Technology, an autonomous Engineering and Management Institute under the JIS Group, recently organised its first Degree Award Distribution Ceremony for the class of 2017, 2018 and 2019 batches, at NiT Campus, Agarpara.
Jan 17, 2020, at 03:58 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Do you know there is more to Murshidabad, in West Bengal, than its history as the bastion of the last independent Nawab of Bengal, Sirajuddaula?
Jan 17, 2020, at 03:47 pm
In a conversation with India Blooms, Anand Srivastava talks about his late father, author and a former judge, Govind Prasad Srivastava
Book review: Crescendo is a motivational novel about meeting challenges and succeeding
Jan 17, 2020, at 12:04 pm
A motivational novel by Amit Raual, Crescendo is an interesting tale of a man with humble origins and how he succeeds in life due to his constant determination.
Jan 17, 2020, at 02:35 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Sex, scandal and intrigue in New Delhi!!! Journalist turned fiction writer Shuma Raha's debut novel (her second literary work) packs it all as she walks the minefield of couple swapping in the national capital in her latest work of fiction. Well, the book is also all set to be adapted for an erotic web series in the offing.
Jan 16, 2020, at 05:47 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: For those in a hurry or looking for pocket friendly options, Subway India has introduced the option of 'Chhota Sub', a 4-inch-mini submarine sandwich.
Prabha Khaitan Foundation inks cultural collaboration with Sampad South Asian Arts & Heritage, UK
Jan 16, 2020, at 05:38 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based literary, performing arts and cultural organisation, Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF), and Sampad South Asian Arts & Heritage (Sampad), UK, recently formalised an agreement to collaborate and promote cultural exchanges and jointly organize events and cultural activities in India and Birmingham, UK.
Javed Ali, Lou Majaw, Mame Khan, Soulmate, Darshan Raval perform at The Yellow Taxi Music Project
Jan 15, 2020, at 06:44 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Musicians Jawed Ali, Lou Majaw, Mame Khan, Soulmate and Darshan Raval on last Saturday performed at a day long musical soiree 'The Yellow Taxi Music Project' hosted by 93.5 Red FM.
Enjoy a musical evening with singer Kanishk Arora at the Hammer at The Myx Bar & Kitchen in Kolkata
Jan 15, 2020, at 05:01 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: If you are looking for an excuse to visit the newly opened ‘Hammer’, the refurbished rooftop venue at The Myx Bar & Kitchen in Kolkata, here is one.
Jan 15, 2020, at 04:28 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Shyam Sundar Co. Jewellers presented 'Shyam Sundar Co. Sarvottam Samman' at the closing ceremony of the eighth edition of Behala Classical Festival to well-known playback singer Kavita Krishnamurthy for her contribution to Indian classical music.
Order big and pay small says Mumbai's Bigg Small Cafe + Bar, offers a wide range of thali meals
Jan 15, 2020, at 04:25 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The Bigg Small Cafe + Bar, located in Mumbai's Saki Naka neighbourhood, has introduced a new 'thali' (pre-plated meals), where you get a chance to sample a large variety of dishes in small portions.
Don't miss the Dessert Master Class at Yauatcha Kolkata this Friday
Jan 15, 2020, at 04:22 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: If you have been always wondering what makes the desserts from the Yauatcha, the dim sum tea house of London, now in Kolkata, so delicious and attractive, here is your chance to learn all about them.
Book review: Sahitya Chintan offers a glimpse into the unique writing style of famous authors
Jan 14, 2020, at 05:33 pm
Written in Hindi, the book 'Sahitya Chintan' by Govind Prasad Srivastava is a commentary on well known writers whose works have been influencing people's thoughts for ages.
Cinematographer Soumendu Roy to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at WBFJA Cinemar Samabartan
Jan 13, 2020, at 06:36 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Award 2020 entitled ‘Cinemar Samabartan’, will be held on Sunday for which the nominations were recently announced.
Young singers vie for a spot in the Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs contest
Jan 13, 2020, at 06:33 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Sunday will see aspiring singing stars contesting for a space in the upcoming musical reality show for kids, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs.
Ocean Grill in Kolkata introduces new menu Steak O Grill
Jan 11, 2020, at 11:53 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Into their eighth year, Ocean Grill restaurant, located in the IT hub of Kolkata (Sector V, Salt Lake), launched a new menu called 'Steak O Grill'.
Sandip Soparrkar appointed as board of director for International Business School, Washington (IBSW)
Jan 11, 2020, at 04:31 pm
Washington/IBNS: The new year begins with a bang for renowned dancer choreographer Dr. Sandip Soparrkar as he has a new feather in his cap. The International Business School of Washington (IBSW) has appointed Dr. Soparrkar as a new Panel Member in board of Directors.
Having musical family background is a blessing: Javed Ali
Jan 10, 2020, at 07:01 pm
Singer Javed Ali will be in Kolkata to perform in The Yellow Taxi Music Festival on Saturday. In an exclusive interaction with IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh, Ali speaks about the festival and much more about his musical journey
Tolly Club to host Celebrating Woodstock on Friday
Jan 09, 2020, at 07:49 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Tolly Club will host Celebrating Woodstock, which is all about sharing a wonderful day with music, food and drinks, on Friday.
Goonj and TikTok come together for #SpreadTheWarmth campaign this winterÂ
Jan 09, 2020, at 07:46 pm
Kolkata: Goonj, one of India’s trusted award-winning voluntary organizations and short video platform TikTok have come together to launch an in-app winter contribution challenge called #SpreadTheWarmth.
Jan 09, 2020, at 01:19 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Under the aegis of the Kalakar Parivar Foundation, the 28th edition of the Kalakar Awards, one of eastern India’s popular recognition of artists from various fields of entertainment, including cinema and television, was recently held in Kolkata.
Check out the Lohri party at JW Marriott Kolkata with tradtional food and music
Jan 09, 2020, at 01:08 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: JW Marriott Kolkata, keen to explore the diverse culture and traditions of India has decided to highlight the Punjab's harvest festival Lohri, mid January.
Jan 09, 2020, at 12:47 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Healing modalities, espeically energy modalities, are fast gaining popularity, according to Tiesta Duggal, life coach and an internationally certified workshop leader.
Kids' entertainment channel hosts special carnival at Kolkata's popular entertainment park
Jan 07, 2020, at 06:28 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Kids' entertainment channel Sony YAY! recently held a carnival for the young brigade and their families at Kolkata's Nicco Park.
Prabha Khaitan Woman’s Voice Award 2019 shortlists emerging writers
Jan 05, 2020, at 01:19 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The Oxford Bookstore and Prabha Khaitan Foundation Woman’s Voice Award (PKWVA) recently announced the shortlist for the second edition of the Award. The winner for 2019 would be announced at a function on Jan 18 at the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF) 2020. Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) and AKLF would be the co-presenters of PKWVA.
OnePlus expands retail presence in Kolkata with launch of experience store
Jan 04, 2020, at 07:42 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: OnePlus, the leading global technology company, has expanded its presence in Kolkata, with the launch of its Experience Store on Saturday at Stephen Court, Park Street.