Organic fashion is now trending in Kolkata: Shreya Jalan Mehta
May 31, 2019, at 02:52 pm
From a Chemistry student to the world of fashion, Shreya Jalan Mehta took a huge step to become a prominent designer in Kolkata. As IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh catches up with her in a hot summer afternoon, Shreya speaks about the latest trends
May 30, 2019, at 03:56 pm
Journalist and educator Simran Sethi explores the cultural and emotional importance of food, and highlights the threats to its diversity across the world, reports SPAN writer Paromita Pain from Texas
The Simple Yet Endearing Gujarati Wedding Rituals
May 29, 2019, at 09:55 pm
Gujarat is known as the land of colours and food and Gujarati people are known for the hospitable nature and warmth. This culture and vibe reflect in every Gujarati Matrimony. The rituals and ceremonies that are part of a Gujarati wedding are all about vibrancy and joy. Gujarati weddings never have a dull moment with everyone in the family taking equal part in the entire affair. These weddings bring everyone together in joy and are considered a fun affair.
Aajisai ready with new menu inclusion and Bento boxes
May 29, 2019, at 06:33 pm
Kolkata, May 29 (IBNS): After completing one year in the city, Aajisai, located at the 5th floor of Quest Mall, is including some new dishes in their menu.
What Makes Tennis So Interesting?
May 29, 2019, at 05:59 pm
When you’re a bettor, betting on sports is one of your favorite things to do. You either bet on football, handball, basketball or bet on hockey onlineon hockeygamebets.com. But did you know tennis is an option too?
May 29, 2019, at 11:46 am
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Maharashtra State Board declares HSC exam results
May 28, 2019, at 05:17 pm
Kolhapur, May 28 (UNI) Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) declared the HSC exam result March 2019 or Class 12 results at a press conference on Tuesday.
May 27, 2019, at 05:49 pm
Kolkata, May 27 (IBNS): Online retailer Flipkart is making fashion more exciting by bringing together Bollywood celebrity duo Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt for the first time ever, in the latest edition of the brand’s India Ka Fashion Capital campaign.
Bangalore, Gurgaon top 5 tech cities in Asia pacific: CBRE report
May 27, 2019, at 04:57 pm
New Delhi, May 27 (UNI) Bangalore and Gurgaon have emerged as top 5 tech cities in Asia pacific, says CBRE, a commercial real estate services and investment firm, in its report on the tech cities in Asia Pacific.
Assam Higher Secondary results announced, Hima Das secures 69.80 per cent marks
May 25, 2019, at 08:05 pm
Guwahati, May 25 (IBNS): The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) on Saturday announced the results of Higher Secondary (HS) Examination (Class 12), 2019.
Book review: This anthology of Hindi poems is like a salve to the senses
May 25, 2019, at 04:23 pm
Perhaps poems can express our various emotions and facets of life in the best possible way. If we read some enriching and meaningful poems, they can make us happy and can also awaken our senses.
Book review: This Bengali novel is a mirror to many ills seen in society today
May 25, 2019, at 04:13 pm
Tamosik (in Bengali) by Satyajit Mazumdar is a multi-layered story, which includes in itself stories about various characters and their varied lives.
Book review: A book to help you master Hindi grammar
May 25, 2019, at 04:06 pm
Hindi, our national language holds a lot of importance and we, Indians are proud of it as well. However, this language is not known by many and even if some can speak in broken Hindi, they cannot read or write well since they are not aware of the Hindi grammar and its rules.
Beat the heat with a cool treat at Kolkata's The Myx Bar & Kitchen and OTT
May 24, 2019, at 03:41 pm
Kolkata, May 24 (IBNS): The Myx Bar & Kitchen and OTT- Over The Top at The Myx, Kolkata’s popular Bar & Kitchen, has come up with a special Summer menu curated specially by celebrity chef, Shaun Kenworthy, taking both the weather and general health in consideration.
JW Marriott Kolkata hosting an Iftar special spread until June 5
May 24, 2019, at 03:31 pm
Kolkata, May 24 (IBNS): JW Kitchen, the all-day dining restaurant at JW Marriott Kolkata is hosting a special 'Iftar' meal called 'A Holy Celebration' until June 5 on the occasion of Ramadan.
Bengal Chamber organises Kheladhulo Adda: ICC World Cup 2019
May 23, 2019, at 12:00 am
Kolkata: With few days to go for the mega tournament of cricket, the Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) organised a panel discussion titled Kheladhulo Adda: ICC World Cup 2019 on Tuesday.
Top chefs join the Sublimotion gastronomic performance at Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza in Spain
May 21, 2019, at 03:56 pm
Sublimotion, the leading gastronomic performance in the world, will take place at the Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza, where it will launch its sixth season and share all the experience acquired over the last 5 years with the public.
WB Madhyamik Result 2019 to be declared tomorrow
May 20, 2019, at 05:28 pm
Kolkata, may 20 (UNI) The results of West Bengal Madhyamik examinations which ended on February 22 last, will be out on Tuesday ( May 21), according to the board officials.
Prosenjit Chatterjee, Srijit Mukherji launch Conundrum: Subhas Bose’s life after death
May 18, 2019, at 03:12 pm
Kolkata, May 18 (IBNS): Tollywood superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee and director Srijit Mukherji launched the book Conundrum: Subhas Bose’s Life After Death at Starmark in South City mall here on Tuesday.
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology launches new vocational courses
May 18, 2019, at 03:03 pm
Kolkata, May 18 (IBNS): Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal, has launched its new vocational courses which are designed to expand the career options for the students, so that they can understand and magnify their strengths in building their future.
Prepaway - Cisco Certification Pathway: What Credentials Can You Choose?
May 18, 2019, at 12:51 pm
Cisco is focused on communications and networking products and services. As a matter of fact, the organization is best known for its routing and switching products, which are concentrated on directing data, video traffic and voice across different networks around the world. In addition to this, Cisco also provides storage networking, tele-presence and collaboration, applications for integrated communications.It also offers a wide collection of products and services from basic product support to full solutions for Cloud management and data centres.
The heat is on and Aam sizzles on the platter at Khandani Rajdhani!
May 17, 2019, at 11:20 pm
Kolkata: Come summer and it is time to relish the deliciously luscious aam or mango. A rich crop means an unending supply of this king of fruits or as the Bengalis would say— phaler raja. It makes its way to every home where it is served in a delectable variety…be it as a mango milkshake, chicken mango salad, mango ice cream, aam maacher kasundi (a Bengali preparation), mango cheesecake, kaancha aamer payesh(raw mango kheer) and so many more.
Kolkata: Lokshilpa O Karukriti Mela held at Jorasanko Thakurbari
May 17, 2019, at 10:35 pm
Kolkata, May 17 (IBNS): The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University’s Lokshilpa O Karukriti Mela was held from May 7 to May 9 at the Dwarakanath Mancha, Jorasanko Thakurbari, with the participation of nearly 60 artists, craftspersons and weavers from 17 districts of West Bengal, who are themselves present with a wide range of attractive traditional art and craft items made by them.
Now drones devloped by Kolkata girl in USA explore the seas
May 17, 2019, at 04:35 pm
Sampriti Bhattacharyya of Kolkata has developed underwater drones that could help in rescue missions and explorations, as well as prevent radiation leakage under the sea. SPAN writer Jason Chiang of Los Angeles meets the innovator
Easiest way to target women is by aiming at her sexuality: Seema Goswami
May 17, 2019, at 04:21 pm
Journalist-author Seema Goswami, who had an opportunity to interview former Prime Minister late Atal Bihari Vajpayee during her career, was the guest author at An Author’s Afternoon presented by Shree Cement Ltd and organised by the Prabha Khaitan Foundation in association with Taj Bengal Kolkata on May 10. In an interactive session with her husband, celebrity journalist Vir Sanghvi, Goswami spoke at length about her book Race Course Road and also women’s position in politics. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts
Catch the Mango Matinee at The Fatty Bao Kolkata
May 16, 2019, at 04:19 pm
Kolkata, May 16 (IBNS): The Fatty Bao, one of Kolkata's popular Asian gastrobars, is holding a mango festival called “Mango Matinee” between May 20 and June 20, 2019.
Election Special @ Monkey Bar Kolkata
May 16, 2019, at 04:15 pm
Kolkata, May 16 (IBNS): After exercising your rights as a citizen to vote at the General Elections on May 19, do not be in a hurry to rub off that mark on the finger.
Author interview: Sheela Agarwal talks about her book 'Saral Hindi Byakaran'
May 15, 2019, at 03:12 pm
Congratulations on the release of 'Saral Hindi Byakaran'. What is the feedback from your friends and readers who have already read your book?
Things Owners Worry About Chauffeur Driven Cars & How to Tackle Them
May 15, 2019, at 11:20 am
Hiring a chauffeur for your car makes it comfortable to commute even during rush hours while you catch up with your family or friends over a call. A chauffeur also makes it easy for you to not hackle for parking space while you are getting late for an important meeting or a movie. Another plus side is that you always have a designated driver present with you. You can also stop worrying when your kids get picked and dropped from school and other places without you having to drive them everywhere.
India to have 859 million smartphones users in 2022: ASSOCHAM-PwC
May 13, 2019, at 05:44 pm
New Delhi, May 13 (IBNS): The number of smartphone users in the country is expected to double to 859 million by 2022 from 468 million users in 2017 growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.9%, according to an ASSOCHAM-PwC joint study.