Sen and Sensibility

Mar 25, 2017, at 03:47 pm

Aparna Sen’s new film Sonata, will be releasing any time now. It is adapted from an English play by noted Marathi playwright Mahesh Elkunchwar in 2000 whose plays and writings have been made into films. Sonata makes a strong point about female bonding between and among women where language, culture, education and region do not count. Shoma A. Chatterji gives a ring-side view into her work

These Bollywood divas are killing it with CaratLane. And how!

Mar 25, 2017, at 03:38 am

Kolkata: Bridge of Hope recognises academic excellence amongst underprivileged children

Mar 23, 2017, at 03:25 pm

Kolkata, Mar 23 (IBNS): With a mission to emphasize the need for education, Believers Church's child care project, Bridge of Hope, held felicitation functions for underprivileged children, who have exhibited academic excellence, at a recent event in Kolkata.

SRFTI to set up new extension campus at Itanagar for north-east

Mar 23, 2017, at 01:15 am

Kolkata, Mar 22 (IBNS): Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) is going to set up its new extension campus at Itanagar for the benefit of the students of north-eastern states.

Kolkata: Parivar powered by JIS Group presents ‘Parivar Premiere League’

Mar 23, 2017, at 12:12 am

Kolkata, Mar 22 (IBNS) : Parivar, powered by JIS Group organised a five over a side cricket league, Parivar Premiere League (PPL), a five over a side match, on Mar 19 at Eden Gardens here.

I do not like cooking the same dish twice: Ranveer Brar

Mar 22, 2017, at 07:20 pm

Celebrity chef Ranveer Brar was recently in Kolkata for the opening of Afra Tafri, a new gastro brew pub in the city, where he is the curator of the food menu. The popular Indian chef, restaurant-owner and food stylist, who also hosts and judges many food shows, spoke exclusively to TWF-IBNS correspondent Shilpa Salwan.

Over 1500 Fish Knights from Lovely Professional University join Tata Power's Act for Mahseer conservation movement

Mar 22, 2017, at 05:11 am

New Delhi, Mar 21 (IBNS): Tata Power, an integrated power company, has been pioneering eco-restoration and eco-development programmes since its inception. One such programme that Tata Power undertook in 1970 was conserving and rehabilitating the endangered fish species called Mahseer. The programme that started off as a singular effort by one company to save this endangered species of fish has grown into a national movement through Tata Power's 'Act for Mahseer' campaign.

IIT Kharagpur to get Supercomputing facility

Mar 22, 2017, at 03:28 am

Kharagpur, Mar 21 (IBNS): Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is among the first academic institutions to receive a supercomputing facility of 1 Peta-flop computing power under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), which will usher new age research and innovation in the country.

Voting open as young video makers in India compete to support Brazil in solving resource problems

Mar 22, 2017, at 12:32 am

London, Mar 21 (IBNS): Children and young people from a village in India have produced a video which is short-listed in a global video competition that is helping to secure future supplies of food, water and energy in Brazil.

International art show in Kolkata focuses on erasing political boundaries

Mar 21, 2017, at 09:00 pm

Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): Fifteen artists from eight countries came together recently in Kolkata to express their vision that the world needs to erase all political boundaries and come under one umbrella.

Kolkata: Tarun Bhattacharya, George Brooks and Joy Sarkar team up for Junction

Mar 21, 2017, at 08:17 pm

Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): The Tollygunge Clubs lawns witnessed a memorable evening of Jazz & Classical - Junction, featuring the Santoor Maestro Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya and the acclaimed US based Saxophone virtuoso George Brooks.

Kolkata: Rotary Club honours women at Swayam Siddha Awards

Mar 21, 2017, at 08:01 pm

Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): The 11th edition of Swayam Siddha was held recently at the Sandre Hall, Calcutta School of Music.

Mehmood Ali wins the 92.7 BIG FM’s ‘Hit Thhe Hit Rahenge’ award

Mar 21, 2017, at 07:30 pm

Kolkata, Mar 20 (IBNS): Mehmood Ali, was a true comedian who not only entertained audiences for decades but also inspired a horde of aspiring comedians. His immense contribution to the golden era, was nothing short of perfection.

Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav to be held across North-east India starting from Thursday

Mar 21, 2017, at 07:15 pm

New Delhi, Mar 21 (IBNS): The Union Ministry of Culture will host the fifth ‘Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav (RSM) in the north eastern region between Mar 23 and 31, 2017.

Google doodles to celebrate Navroz

Mar 21, 2017, at 03:19 pm

Mountain View, Mar 21 (IBNS): Tech giant Google on Tuesday doodled to observe Navroz.

SpiceJet spreads joy to 50 underprivileged children through GivingWingsToDreams

Mar 21, 2017, at 03:18 am

Gurgaon, Mar 20 (IBNS): SpiceJet, a low-cost carrier, yet again embarked on its journey of #GivingWingsToDreams by offering the special treat to around 50 underprivileged children in association with the Rotary Club of Chandigarh.

Sahitya Akademi award winning top Assam cops represent India in London Book Fair, 2017

Mar 21, 2017, at 01:30 am

Guwahati, Mar 20 (IBNS): Sahitya Akademi award winning Assamese top cops, who conducted several counter insurgency operation against few militant groups in Assam in past three decades, recently represented India at the London Book Fair, 2017.

Ankit Chadha brings Amir Khusrau alive through Dastangoi in Kolkata

Mar 20, 2017, at 08:48 pm

Kolkata, Mar 20 (IBNS): Almost hand held by Dastangoi artist Ankit Chadha, the audience in Kolkata got a chance to time travel, going back to the 14th century and returning to the 21st, all in the space of one hour.

Forever 21 Debuts in West Bengal, launches first store in Siliguri

Mar 18, 2017, at 09:55 pm

Siliguri/Kolkata, March 18 (IBNS): Forever 21, a leading fast fashion brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., debuted in West Bengal with their first store launch in Siliguri.

Being aware and raising alarm are key to stopping human trafficking say campaigners

Mar 18, 2017, at 08:58 pm

Kolkata, March 18 (IBNS): An awareness campaign against human trafficking was recently launched in Kolkata by the US Consulate Kolkata in collaboration with Indian non-government organisations.

Kalam: Hindi literary event set for London debut

Mar 18, 2017, at 06:31 pm

London/ Kolkata, Mar 18 (IBNS): The popular Indian literary event Kalam will make its international debut on Sunday in London, under the aegis of Kolkata-based Prabha Khaitan Foundation in association with London-based Vidyapath.

Afra Tafri, Kolkata's new gastro brew pub promises unlimited fun

Mar 18, 2017, at 06:09 pm

Kolkata, March 18 (IBNS): With summer round the corner, Kolkata welcomed the opening of a new gastro brew pub, Afra Tafri, in the heart of the city.

Volvo Cars launches Stress-Free International Student Program

Mar 18, 2017, at 04:10 pm

Kolkata, Mar 18 (IBNS): Volvo Car USA, LLC (VCUSA) has announced the launch of the international student program, comprised of an all-inclusive one-time payment that allows the student to drive a new Volvo vehicle during their time studying in the US.

'Yoga may help university students deal with stress'

Mar 18, 2017, at 03:47 pm

New York, Mar 18 (IBNS): A faculty member of State University of New York (SUNY) at Canton "aims to prove yoga can help students battle the stresses of college life," according to a University release.

International artists comment on contemporary world at art exhibition in Kolkata

Mar 17, 2017, at 10:49 pm

Kolkata, Mar 17 (IBNS): Art lovers of Kolkata are in for a treat with Chander Haat presenting a multi-disciplinary art exhibition titled 'Life and Time: The Changing Landscape', with participation from artists around the world.

Kolkata: The GT Route hosts ‘The Great Harvest Festival’

Mar 17, 2017, at 07:02 pm

Kolkata, Mar 17 (IBNS): Have you ever wondered how the concept of food or the staples change from one region to another? Then go for the Great Harvest Festival being hosted by the Kolkata-based GT Route from Mar 18-Apr 2, 2017.

Kolkata: Workshop on Jhumur ensures survival of one of Bengal's folk music genre

Mar 16, 2017, at 07:22 pm

Kolkata, Mar 16 (IBNS): Noting a revival in popular interest in folk and traditional songs of Bengal, the West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music & Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University and the Sangeet Natak Academy have organised a workshop on Jhumur in Kolkata.

I am a compulsive chaos seeker: Novoneel Chakraborty

Mar 16, 2017, at 06:54 pm

A bestselling author, with seven romantic thrillers to his credit among other things, Novoneel Chakraborty in an exclusive conversation with IBNS correspondent Aninnya Sarkar, discusses his writing style, upcoming works, literary issues and the need for women empowerment.

eBay India launches ‘Throwback Edition’ sale to celebrate 12 years in India

Mar 15, 2017, at 09:49 pm

New Delhi, Mar 15 (IBNS): Online marketplace www.ebay.in is celebrating its 12 years in India with the launch of a 'Throwback Edition sale' and an online gaming contest called 'Kaun Banega Champion'.

CloudWalker launches Cloud TV for limitless digital entertainment

Mar 15, 2017, at 09:46 pm

Kolkata, Mar 15 (IBNS): Cloud TV is for viewers looking for limitless digital entertainment on television, announced CloudWalker Streaming Technologies, recently, in Kolkata.