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Kolkata hosting three-day long fish festival

Dec 19, 2015, at 02:12 am

Kolkata, Dec 18 (IBNS): To celebrate its golden jubilee, the State Fisheries Development Corporation (SFDC), in association with the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and state fisheries department, has organised a three-day long fish festival- 'Bengal Fish Fest Twenty Fifteen'- from Friday.

MLTR captures hearts in Kolkata

Dec 18, 2015, at 10:46 pm

Kolkata, Dec 18 (IBNS): Popular international band Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR) presented a nostalgic evening to many music lovers in the city, who have grown up listening to their creations, as they played their popular numbers in Kolkata on Thursday.

UN Member States outline information technology roadmap to achieve sustainable development

Dec 18, 2015, at 03:34 pm

New York, Dec 18 (Just Earth News/IBNS) With the curtain closed on the two-day review by the United Nations General Assembly of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), Member States have adopted an outcome document which aims at bridging the digital divide, ensure freedom of speech, and address Internet governance to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Kolkata: Starmark launches Moitrayee Bhaduri’s The Sinister Silence

Dec 17, 2015, at 06:56 pm

Kolkata, Dec 17 (IBNS) Kolkata's popular lifestyle destination Starmark,in association with Ahava Communications, hosted the launch of Mumbai-based writer and content specialist Moitrayee Bhaduri's first novel The Sinister Silence here on Wednesday.

Beethoven: Google celebrates composer's 245th birth year with a special doodle

Dec 17, 2015, at 05:31 pm

California, Dec 17 (IBNS) Google on Thursday celebrated legendary German composer Ludwig van Beethoven's 245th birth year with a special interactive doodle.

'Fired' N'Smoked' gourmet pizza delivery chain launched in Mumbai

Dec 17, 2015, at 03:34 am

Mumbai, Dec 16 (IBNS): Pizza lovers in Mumbai can now have more options with the launch of PizzAah!-city's latest pizza chain.

LG Mallika-e-Kitchen 2015 season 7 East Zone winners announced

Dec 16, 2015, at 08:49 pm

Kolkata, Dec 16 (IBNS) LG Electronics India has announced the winners of its first zonal round of its pan-India cooking contest, LG Mallika-E-Kitchen 2015.

Gorgeous Kalki flaunts diamond jewellery

Dec 16, 2015, at 08:03 pm

Gurgaon, Dec 16 (IBNS) Forevermark, the diamond brand with a promise of beauty, rarity and responsible sourcing, in association with PC Jeweller came together to celebrate an evening of glitz and glamour.

150th anniversary of Jorasanko Theatre celebrated in Kolkata

Dec 15, 2015, at 05:40 pm

Kolkata, Dec 15 (IBNS) The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University, in association with Academy Theatre, presented ‘Jorasanko Manchagatha’ at the Jorasanko Thakur Dalan, Jorasanko Thakurbari, here on Saturday.

Fair and Handsome launches complete winter solution

Dec 14, 2015, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata, Dec 14 (IBNS) Fair and Handsome, a men’s grooming brand from the house of Emami Limited, on Monday said it has launched Fair and Handsome Complete Winter Solution, the firs t ever winter cream in India for men.

Mahindra Lifespaces launches Luminare Solaris in Gurgaon

Dec 14, 2015, at 09:20 pm

Delhi/Gurgaon, Dec 14 (IBNS): Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited (MLDL), the real estate and infrastructure development arm of the Mahindra Group, has launchedLuminare Solaris, the next phase of its luxury residential project in Gurgaon.

Primarc's "Southwinds" hosts post-Diwali fiesta for residents

Dec 14, 2015, at 07:19 pm

Kolkata, Dec 14 (IBNS): One of Eastern India's dominant real estate company, Primarc Group's 'Southwinds' residential towers in Kolkata hosted a post-Diwali celebration for its residents on Nov 29.

Audi launches the all new Q7 in India

Dec 12, 2015, at 07:30 pm

Kolkata, December 12 (IBNS): German automobile manufacturer Audi on Friday launched the all updated version of Q7 in India. The new SUV will be available in two variants, the Premium Plus variant of the vehicle is priced at Rs 74.9 lakh while the Audi Q7 Technology variant is priced at Rs 79.74 lakh (ex-showroom Kolkata).

Starmark to launch of Moitrayee Bhaduri’s The Sinister Silence

Dec 12, 2015, at 04:49 pm

Kolkata, Dec 11 (IBNS) Popular lifestyle store Starmark, in association with Ahava Communications, will host the launch of Moitrayee Bhaduri’s book The Sinister Silence at its South City outlet on Dec 16.

Oudh 1590 announces 'The Great Awadhi Kebab' festival

Dec 11, 2015, at 08:36 pm

Kolkata Dec 11 (IBNS): Oudh 1590, Kolkata will be hosting ‘The Great Awadhi kebab’ festival from Friday.

RED FM unveils “Ek Kahani Aisi Bhi” book

Dec 11, 2015, at 08:34 pm

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IBNS) : Tollywood actor Prosenjit Chatterjee launched the book - ‘Ek Kahani Aisi Bhi’ – based on the internationally acclaimed and the most sought after radio show aired across 25 cities narrated by RJ Praveen on 93.5 RED FM.

City cyclists pedals miles to ensure healthy smiles

Dec 10, 2015, at 06:56 pm

Kolkata, Dec 10 (IBNS) : For two consecutive Sundays this winter, Kolkata has woken up to a healthy start.

CRISIL bestows 5-star rating upon Primarc's 'Southwinds'

Dec 09, 2015, at 03:40 pm

Kolkata, Dec 9 (IBNS): Credit Rating Information Services of India Limited (CRISIL) has recently awarded a 5 star rating to Primarc group's residential project 'Southwinds'.

All roads lead to Kolkata as the 4th Eastern H.O.G. Rally beckons

Dec 08, 2015, at 10:51 pm

Kolkata, Dec 8 (IBNS): Kolkata is all set to give a roaring welcome to hundreds of Harley-Davidson owners and their families as they come together from Dec 11 – 13 for the fourth edition of the Eastern H.O.G. Rally.

Team 'We know why Kattappa killed Bahubali!' from Mumbai's NMIMS wins RB Mavericks

Dec 07, 2015, at 11:15 pm

Kolkata, Dec 7 (IBNS): After going through a rigorous screening process for more than 3 months, RB India and Dettol have announced the winners of RB Mavericks 2015 – the 9th edition of the Annual Case Study Competition of RB.

Jorasanko Thakurbari to host 'Jorasanko Manchagatha' this month

Dec 03, 2015, at 05:53 pm

Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University, in association with Academy Theatre, will present ‘Jorasanko Manchagatha’ at the Jorasanko Thakurbari here on Dec 12.

Farhan Akhtar, Shraddha Kapoor unveil AkzoNobel's Monarch Gold as Colour of the Year 2016 in Colour Walk

Dec 03, 2015, at 04:20 am

Mumbai, Dec 2 (IBNS): AkzoNobel, the leading global paints and coatings company and the makers of Dulux paints in India, presented Monarch Gold as the Colour of the Year for 2016.

92.7 Big FM, Dabur Honitus launch Big Junior RJ Season 3 with Mandira Bedi

Dec 02, 2015, at 12:50 am

Mumbai/ Kolkata, Dec 1 (IBNS) : India’s leading natural cough & cold remedy Dabur Honitus and 92.7 Big FM, India’s largest and the No.1 radio network launched the quest to hunt the most quick-witted and chirpy kid RJ with Dabur Honitus BIG Junior RJ Season 3.

My journey of 25 years with dance had been most fascinating: Madhuboni Chatterjee

Dec 02, 2015, at 12:49 am

Dancer Modhuboni Chatterjee celebrated 25 years of her journey in the world of dance with a fascinating performance in Kolkata recently. IBNS correspondent caught up with her for a quick chat on her love for dancing. Excerpts:

Jeff Koehler to visit Kolkata, attend book signing session in Starmark

Dec 01, 2015, at 02:21 am

Kolkata, Nov 30 (IBNS) Popular searech engine store Starmark, in association with Bloomsbury Publishing (IN), will hold a book signing session at which Jeff Koehler, the author of Darjeeling: A History of the World's Greatest Tea, will sign copies of the book at its South City Mall outlet here.

Hyundai launches 'Safe Move-Traffic Safety Campaign' in India

Dec 01, 2015, at 12:37 am

New Delhi, Nov 30 (IBNS): Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Monay launched its CSR initiative 'Safe Move-Traffic Safety Campaign' in association with Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

Kolkata: Inkdia Books launches newest book on medical jurisprudence

Nov 30, 2015, at 03:10 am

Kolkata, Nov 28 (IBNS): Inkdia Books, in association with the Indian National Forum of Art and Culture (INFAM), rolled out its latest publication, Medico-Legal Dictionary and Jurisprudence, which is penned by Tapash Gan Choudhury, during a ceremony held in Kolkata on Saturday.

Calcutta Boating Club launches latest banquet in Kolkata

Nov 29, 2015, at 08:19 pm

Kolkata, Nov 29 (IBNS): Calcutta Boating Club has launched its latest banquet 'Orchid Banquets', aiming to provide the city with the warmth of Indian hospitality mingled with rich traditions.

Godrej India Culture Lab hosts special dance event for transgender communities

Nov 29, 2015, at 06:50 pm

Mumbai, Nov 29 (IBNS): India is one of the few countries that legally recognize transgender as the third gender. This landmark judgment was passed in April, 2014.

Karigar Haat brings nature into urban homes

Nov 28, 2015, at 10:39 pm

Kolkata, Nov 28 (IBNS): Karigar Haat 2015 - Art & Cultural Folk Festival has got off to a colourful start at the Central Park in Salt Lake.