Brazilian visitor left amazed by Jharkhandi flavours at Bharat Parv 2026
Jan 31, 2026, at 06:06 pm
Bharat Parv at the historic Red Fort witnessed a vibrant moment of international cultural exchange at the stall of the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Ranchi, when a Brazilian national visited and expressed keen interest in the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Jharkhand.
X200T: Why vivo’s latest smartphone could be smartest buy under Rs. 70,000?
Jan 27, 2026, at 06:29 pm
vivo India on Tuesday announced the launch of the vivo X200T, an all-rounder flagship smartphone designed to deliver premium imaging, powerful performance, and dependable all-day endurance.
Mahindra turns up style quotient with Thar ROXX STAR EDN—all-black, bold and award-winning
Jan 24, 2026, at 10:47 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV manufacturer, has announced the launch of the new Thar ROXX STAR EDN – an aesthetically elevated addition to the Thar ROXX range.
No booze, no DJ, just bhajans: How Gen Z is redefining clubbing
Jan 23, 2026, at 02:15 pm
In a marked shift from blaring Hindi chartbusters and alcohol-fuelled nights, a new kind of clubbing is quietly gaining ground among stress-weary urban youth. Driven largely by the Gen Z mindset, revellers are swapping nightclubs for bhajan clubs—spaces where peppy dance numbers give way to devotional songs, and cocktails are replaced with cups of steaming tea.
No booze, no DJ, just bhajans: How Gen Z is redefining clubbing
Jan 23, 2026, at 02:14 pm
In a marked shift from blaring Hindi chartbusters and alcohol-fuelled nights, a new kind of clubbing is quietly gaining ground among stress-weary urban youth. Driven largely by the Gen Z mindset, revellers are swapping nightclubs for bhajan clubs—spaces where peppy dance numbers give way to devotional songs, and cocktails are replaced with cups of steaming tea.
No gym obsession, no crash diets: Shahid Kapoor’s fitness mantra will surprise you
Jan 22, 2026, at 05:02 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor has opened up about the diet and fitness routine that keeps him fit and energetic in his 40s, stressing the importance of consistency over intensity.
Bollywood's Aamir Khan drops 18 kgs! Anti-inflammatory diet 'worked like magic'
Jan 19, 2026, at 01:16 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who will turn 61 in a couple of months, has opened up about his recent weight loss journey.
Forget candlelight dinners—choremance is the new way to date
Jan 10, 2026, at 03:23 pm
Imagine quietly noticing your date’s choice of soap or detergent, or striking up a conversation over a shared workout routine at the gym. Choremance, a new dating trend, is slowly making its way into modern relationships.
While Bollywood sweats it out, Akshaye Khanna sleeps 10 hours and skips breakfast
Jan 10, 2026, at 12:01 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Akshaye Khanna, currently enjoying renewed attention for his much-talked-about role as Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar, has revealed a lifestyle routine that sharply contrasts with the fitness regimens often associated with film celebrities.
90 and full of energy! Veteran actress Sushma Seth reveals her daily routine for a healthy life
Dec 31, 2025, at 04:39 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Veteran actress Sushma Seth has said that a disciplined lifestyle anchored in meditation, yoga and regular walking has helped her remain energetic and disease-free even at the age of 90.
Can college students make India’s roads safer? SIAM launches National Safety Challenge 2026
Dec 23, 2025, at 03:13 pm
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), under its flagship Safe Journey initiative, has launched the National Road Accident Reduction Challenge 2026, a nationwide competition aimed at promoting road safety and encouraging innovative, solution-oriented thinking among college students.
Kolkata: ICCR hosts 10th anniversary celebration of Robir Kiran
Dec 14, 2025, at 07:08 pm
The Satyajit Ray Auditorium at Kolkata’s ICCR resonated with music and celebration as Robir Kiran marked its grand 10th anniversary.
Indian tradition meets Italian luxury: Prada’s new Kolhapuri line stuns the world
Dec 12, 2025, at 08:02 pm
Italian luxury fashion house Prada has signed a landmark partnership with Maharashtra government leather development corporations—LIDCOM (Sant Rohidas Leather Industries and Charmakar Vikas Mahamandal) and LIDCAR (Dr. Babu Jagjivanram Charmudyog Vikas Mahamandal)—to take India’s iconic Kolhapuri chappal to the global luxury market.
Dec 12, 2025, at 07:50 pm
Emphasising the need for a framework that recognises the emotional and cultural commitment of Non-Resident Rajasthanis (NRRs), a call was made for the Government of Rajasthan to introduce a dedicated Social Investment Policy - one that encourages contributions towards preserving ancestral havelis, supporting schools, hospitals, heritage assets and community initiatives, beyond the scope of industrial investment.
Dec 10, 2025, at 04:14 pm
India’s Diwali, the festival of lights, has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, a recognition that Prime Minister Narendra Modi said filled the country with pride.
Bengaluru man leaves ₹25 LPA job to become food delivery rider — His genius reason stuns internet
Dec 04, 2025, at 06:22 pm
Bengaluru/IBNS: A Bengaluru man who walked away from his Rs 25 lakh-per-annum corporate job to work as a food delivery rider has sparked widespread curiosity online — all because of the unconventional strategy behind his decision.
UN agencies kick off 16-day campaign in Bhopal against gender based violence
Nov 25, 2025, at 06:50 pm
United Nations agencies in Bhopal jointly convened a youth interactive meeting on Monday to mark the launch of the global 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence campaign.
Shiny things by Jinia: A luxury evolution by visionary entrepreneur, healer
Nov 19, 2025, at 10:54 pm
When passion meets purpose, luxury is born — and Shiny Things by Jinia is a living example of that belief.
Mystique and Memories: Wiccan Brigade hosts its first Halloween Fest in Kolkata
Nov 18, 2025, at 12:07 pm
The Wiccan Brigade hosted its first-ever Halloween Fest on Nov 15 at the Taj Bengal, Kolkata.
Nov 15, 2025, at 05:08 pm
The three-day Sanhati RYLA, (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) held from 6th to 8th November 2025 at Vivekananda Siksha Niketan High School, Bankura, comprised a well-structured schedule combining Leadership Training, Personal Development development, and Social Awareness.
Rotary Club, South Kolkata Vision inaugurate newly developed children's park in Sonarpur
Nov 15, 2025, at 12:26 pm
Rotary Club of Sonarpur, together with South Kolkata Vision (a Past Presidents’ Forum), celebrated Children’s Day by gifting a newly developed Children’s Park to the community at Sonarpur, located clsoe to Kolkata.
All my walls are powdery and leaking. Is roof waterproofing the solution?
Nov 06, 2025, at 01:43 pm
Vinod’s journey began with excitement. His house, located in a bustling part of the city, seemed perfect for tenants. But there was a catch—the walls of the bathroom and adjoining rooms told another story. Black mould crept along the tiles, the paint flaked off in patches, and a musty odour persisted. The culprit? Years of neglect in roof waterproofing and the absence of any proper water proofing treatment on terrace areas.
11 years, countless stories! Apeejay Bangla Sahitya Utsob returns with a bang
Nov 04, 2025, at 06:03 pm
The 11th edition of India's premier Bengali literary festival, Apeejay Bangla Sahitya Utsob (ABSU), curated by Oxford Bookstores, is set to take place from November 7 to 9 at the iconic century-old Oxford Bookstore, Park Street, a cherished cultural landmark that has long been the cradle of literary thought and conversation.
Škoda Octavia RS and Rishab Rikhiram Sharma match revs and sitar chords to belt out a classic
Nov 03, 2025, at 05:32 pm
With Škoda Octavia RS creating waves in the enthusiast community in India, Škoda Auto India has further upped the red line with a contemporary yet classic collaboration with global sitar sensation Rishab Rikhiram Sharma.
Indi Setu London: Explorer 'Polar Preet' Chandi Sets Sights on North Pole Solo, Unsupported
Nov 02, 2025, at 08:22 pm
London/IBNS: Record-setting British Army officer and polar explorer Harpreet Chandi — better known as “Polar Preet” — told the audience at the Indi Setu Thought-Leadership Summit in London last month that she plans to become the first woman to travel solo and unsupported to the North Pole.
Samsung’s bold move with NVIDIA could redefine future of industry. Here’s how
Nov 02, 2025, at 03:10 pm
Samsung Electronics recently announced plans to create a new AI Megafactory in collaboration with NVIDIA, marking a major milestone in the company’s efforts to lead the global paradigm shift toward AI-driven manufacturing.
Samsung’s Galaxy AI goes worldwide: Now supports 22 languages across devices
Nov 01, 2025, at 06:16 pm
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the upcoming expansion of two new languages for Galaxy AI: Filipino and Gujarati.
Bengali couple promoting Indian music and culture among young Americans
Oct 28, 2025, at 12:32 am
In the heart of the United States, far from the bustling streets of Kolkata or the serene ghats of Varanasi, a nonprofit organization has been quietly nurturing the spirit of Indian culture among the younger generations.
Marwari Sanskriti Manch hosts Deepawali Mahotsav 2025 in Salt Lake
Oct 25, 2025, at 06:07 pm
The Marwari Sanskriti Manch (MSM), a social and cultural organisations, hosted its grand Deepawali Mahotsav 2025 at Boimela Prangan (Central Park Mela Ground), Salt Lake (Near Karunamoyee Metro Station) recently.
Durga Puja sustainability: One of the oldest awards goes flex-free
Oct 17, 2025, at 07:00 pm
Every year, Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata generate enough non-biodegradable plastic waste to blanket the entire Vatican City.