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Google Doodle honours German-Dutch Holocaust victim Anne Frank

Jun 25, 2022, at 07:19 pm

Tech giant Google Saturday honoured German-Dutch Holocaust victim Anne Frank commemorating the 75th anniversary of the publication of her memoir, The Diary of a Young Girl.

Artistes share thoughts on Kolkata as city cafe launches online story-telling space

Jun 25, 2022, at 01:30 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Artistes from the city thronged south Kolkata's Boho Trunk Cafe & Store to share how they prioritised the city, which is often referred to as a deathbed of jobs, over their lavish opportunities outside as the joint Thursday launched an online story-telling space.

Iman Chakraborty inaugurates Taneira's first two stores in Kolkata

Jun 23, 2022, at 10:26 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali singer Iman Chakraborty inaugurated TATA's ethnic-wear brand Taneira's first two stores in Kolkata Wednesday.

Prabha Khaitan Foundation celebrates women achiever Priti Rathi Gupta in UK

Jun 23, 2022, at 09:47 pm

London/IBNS: Kolkata-based non-governmental organization Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF), in few of its first initiatives to resume in-person events after a long gap due to covid, hosted a meet and greet session at the Taj 51 Buckingham Gate hotel in London with Priti Rathi Gupta who has been selected as the only women icon from India as part of Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee pageant.

NGO IVI vision initiates screening for auto drivers to make Puducherry roads safer

Jun 22, 2022, at 05:38 am

India Vision Institute (IVI), an Indian NGO working to prevent avoidable blindness and provide access to a pair of eyeglasses, formally launched the campaign in the presence of C Maran, SP, Traffic, on Tuesday.

Kashmiri music label starts Kehwa Beats to showcase Valley's own music talent

Jun 20, 2022, at 11:13 pm

Srinagar: A youtube channel is trying to showcase the world  the beauty of Kashmir's diverse musical and literary culture by starting its own music series “Kehwa Beats”.

Young generation's liking of new kind of Rabindra Sangeet most important: Sahana Bajpaie

Jun 20, 2022, at 04:19 pm

Bengali singer-songwriter Sahana Bajpaie took over the Hard Rock Cafe Kolkata's stage Sunday evening with Rabindra Sangeet, which is being played for the first time since the joint opened in the city's sunset strip that is Park Street. Bajpaie, who is originally from West Bengal's Shantiniketan, played Tagore, DL Ray and her own songs for the guests who gathered at the cafe when monsoon rains kept the city wet. India Blooms correspondent Souvik Ghosh speaks exclusively to Bajpaie on the sidelines

'I love you' message floods social media platforms as world celebrates Father's Day today

Jun 19, 2022, at 06:25 pm

It's time again to cherish the importance of fathers and to pay tribute to fatherhood as children across the world dedicated Sunday to celebrate Father's Day with India posing no exception.

UK commemorates International Yoga Day 2022 at Kolkata's Eco Park

Jun 19, 2022, at 05:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The British Deputy High Commission, Kolkata, commemorated the International Yoga Day 2022 at Eco Park in New Town.

Listen to Sahana Bajpaie in Kolkata's Hard Rock Cafe this weekend

Jun 18, 2022, at 05:30 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Popular Bengali singer Sahana Bajpaie will be performing a live show at Hard Rock Cafe in Kolkata this Sunday.

Car Accessories That Will Change the Way You Drive

Jun 15, 2022, at 04:58 am

Long road trips are amazing and they present both a great bonding opportunity and a chance to experience a country you’re visiting in a new way. They can be quite tiring however and especially if you’re the only one driving the whole time.

Nykaa Fashion brings school essentials for kids

Jun 13, 2022, at 02:48 am

Multi-brand e-commerce platform Nykaa Fashion has brought school essentials for kids with a focus on the upcoming school year.

Kalyan Jewellers announces the start of Mega-June Mela

Jun 04, 2022, at 08:47 pm

New Delhi: Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted and leading jewellery brands, recently announced the start of the annual Mega-June Mela.

Google doodles to celebrate Indian mathematician Satyendra Nath Bose's contributions

Jun 04, 2022, at 03:32 pm

New York: Internet search engine Google on Saturday celebrated Indian physicist and mathematician Satyendra Nath Bose's contribution to the Bose-Einstein Condensate.

The Designer’s Class launches extensive interior design module with Gauri Khan

Jun 02, 2022, at 11:27 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Designer's Class has launched an extensive interior design module with celebrity interior designer Gauri Khan aiming to make students understand the practical application of design theories to create aesthetic and functional spaces while putting their ideas and inspiration into realistic design.

Jitendra Singh inaugurates 'Lavender Festival' in Jammu and Kashmir

May 28, 2022, at 11:36 pm

Srinagar:  Union Minister of Science and Technology Jitendra Singh has inaugurated the 'Lavender Festival' in Bhaderwah region of Jammu and Kashmir.

Google doodle celebrates 'undefeated' Indian wrestler Gama Pehlwan's 144th birth anniversary

May 22, 2022, at 06:39 pm

Popular search engine Google is celebrating Indian wrestler Gama Pehlwan's 144th birth anniversary with an animated doodle on Sunday.

Ayurveda based new wellness centre opens in Kolkata's New Town

May 20, 2022, at 06:38 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: A new Ayurveda based wellness clinic named ‘Beelive’ was recently launched in the eastern part of the city in New Town.

Reasons That Make Net Zero Energy Houses More Preferable

May 17, 2022, at 05:54 pm

Modern living values automation and self-reliance, where smart devices and appliances often control and regulate our lives. This phenomenon has an innovative capability that has found its way into homes with smart lights, motion sensors, and energy-efficient appliances being used at every stage. Since these devices have independently made our life  easier and energy consumption more efficient,  the ability for an entire home to sustain itself is also a real possibility.

Indian writer Amitav Ghosh signs copies of his new book The Living Mountain for Kolkata readers

May 12, 2022, at 11:33 pm

Kolkata: Acclaimed Indian writer and Jnanpith winner Amitav Ghosh at a city bookstore on Saturday signed copies of his recently published book The Living Mountain, billed as a fable for our times and a cautionary tale of how humans have systematically exploited nature, leading to an environmental collapse.

Pamela Pal Das emerges winner of Mrs. World United Nations 2022, the first woman to bag title from eastern India

May 12, 2022, at 05:58 am

Kolkata/IBNS:  The 10th Anniversary Edition of United Nations (MUNPORG) Pageants LLC, a prestigious international event was held recently in New Delhi and Pamela Pal Das has won the prestigious title of Mrs. World United Nations 2022 this year.

Prominent women from Kolkata participate in a conversation on Mother's Day

May 11, 2022, at 04:48 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Former Miss Universe India Ushoshi Sengupta, Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim's daughter and businesswoman Priyadarshini Hakim and former Femina Miss India West Bengal Sushmita Roy participated in a conversation hosted by designer fashion brand Simaaya on the occasion of Mother's Day last week.

Looking for Gold Chains Online? 3 Things to Keep in Mind

May 10, 2022, at 09:17 pm

Gold chains have been around for a really long time. Everyone from our parents to our younger ones can be seen donning a sly gold chain. Their dainty design and shiny finish have made them a crowd favourite and a timeless piece over the years.

Cinema on wheels: Alliance française du Bengale brings mobile cinema Rick-Show for public spaces in Kolkata

Apr 29, 2022, at 07:23 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Alliance française du Bengale, the official French learning and cultural centre in India, is offering Rick-Show, a mobile cinema for public spaces by Le Gentil Garçon aka The Nice Guy at Park Mansions in Park Street, the iconic food and nightlife hub of Kolkata.

PVR launches V-Frozen Gourmet Gelatos in cinemas

Apr 27, 2022, at 07:58 pm

PVR Cinemas has introduced Gourmet Gelatos under the brand name PVR V-Frozen.

What are the main types of games in the Casino Platform?

Apr 24, 2022, at 05:42 pm

The development of the internet network has driven the white label company to be more advanced. Their comprehensive services in turn speed up the process of creating a betting platform and eventually lowered down the threshold of building a betting website. Also, with the inflow of more players, major platforms have also begun to introduce various game types according to market demand to increase player adhesiveness.

Jammu and Kashmir: Apricot Blossom Festival begins in Kargil

Apr 18, 2022, at 04:00 am

Kargil: As a part of a series of events under the banner of the 2nd Apricot Blossom Festival (ChuliMendoq), the Department of Tourism Kargil organised a colourful programme at Garkone village.

Shubho Nabobarsho: Bengali community celebrates Poila Boisakh

Apr 15, 2022, at 03:36 pm

Kolkata/New Delhi: As the dawn of Apr 14 sets in, Bengalis across the globe cheered aloud and welcomed the first day of the Bengali New Year- 'Poila Boisakh' on Friday.