Tagore songs album on bliss and Vedic hymns released

Jun 18, 2015, at 07:18 pm

Kolkata, June 18 (IBNS): Anandam, an album of Vedic verses and hymns on bliss and Rabindranath Tagore's songs based on them, was released on Wednesday here by some of the popular cultural personalities of the city associated with the works of the Bard.

I wanted to give confidence to women: Neeva Debnath

Jun 18, 2015, at 12:03 am

Back to the City of Joy (Kolkata) to exhibit her voguish 'Neo-Colonial' collection, British Indian fashion designer Neeva Debnath reflects on her childhood nostalgia and dual heritage of being extremely Bong at heart but also a spirited Brit in true sense. With an upbringing and exposure to plush fashion houses such as French Connection, Monsoon, C&A, Nicole Farhi and Notice Me in UK, she has a fair share of experience in the field. Her love for fabrics and fashion reflects in the way she talks about them. In a tête-à-tête with IBNS Correspondent Toorssa Banerjee, she speaks about her brand Neeva-D London, her Bong connection, her love for all-things-lacey and her favourite fashion stalwarts from all over the globe. Excerpts:

Dr. Paul's demonstrates age-defying beauty treatment Venus Viva

Jun 17, 2015, at 01:41 am

Kolkata, June 16 (IBNS): Dr. Paul's multispecialty clinic and Venus Concept jointly organised a media beauty event on Monday to introduce Venus Viva, a non fractional radio frequency age-defying beauty treatment.

Indian Idol Academy children's choir enthralls audience with their musical concert in Kolkata

Jun 16, 2015, at 03:19 am

Kolkata, June 15 (IBNS): Unleashing their creative potential, the first batch of the Indian Idol Academy's Children’s Choir, delivered a riveting 60-minute Live Musical titled “Idol Se Ideal Tak” at Nazrul Tirtha in Kolkata.

Starmark hosts Young Readers' Carnival

Jun 14, 2015, at 04:17 am

Kolkata, June 13 (IBNS) Bookstore Starmark is holding a Young Readers' Carnival at its stores in Kolkata.

Kolkata: Album of Vedic verses on bliss and Tagore songs to be released on June 17

Jun 14, 2015, at 03:56 am

Kolkata, June 13 (IBNS) Bookstore Starmark, in association with Hindustan Musical Products Ltd., will host the launch of Anandam – an album of Vedic verses and hymns on bliss and Rabindranath Tagore’s songs based on them, with an English commentary in Kolkata on June 17.

Chandigarh is the happiest city in India: Study

Jun 12, 2015, at 10:52 pm

New Delhi, June 12 (IBNS) Outshining all other cities, Chandigarh has ranked as India's Happiest city while the national capital New Delhi stood third in the LG Life's Good Happiness Study conducted by LG and conducted by IMRB International.

WFUNA Foundation takes off in India, reaches out to Nepal quake victims

Jun 12, 2015, at 05:59 pm

Kolkata, June 12 (IBNS) When in a humanitarian gesture, a talented young girl from an upscale city school from Kolkata sold off her paintings to raise funds to reach out to Nepal earthquake victims, the support in her initiative came from the global non-profit organization that is WFUNA Foundation.

IGBC pre-certifies Primarc's 'Southwinds' as Silver-rated green home

Jun 12, 2015, at 02:09 pm

Kolkata, Jun 12 (IBNS): Another feather in the cap for east India's leading real estate group in, Primarc, as its 'Southwinds' residential project in Kolkata has been awarded with a pre-certified 'Silver' rating for its construction by Indian Green Building Council.

Floating sky sculpture Deya airlifted at Kolkata's Forum Atmosphere

Jun 11, 2015, at 01:15 am

Kolkata, June 10 (IBNS): Forum Projects, one of the leading real estate developers in India, on Wednesday, airlifted 'Deya', the world's first iconic residential floating sky sculpture at their flagship luxury project Forum Atmosphere in Kolkata.

Nrityamgan Kathak Kendra hosts its annual programme in Kolkata

Jun 10, 2015, at 05:47 am

Kolkata, Jun 9 (IBNS): Nrityamgan Kathak Kendra presented its annual performance, Anubhuti on Monday at Gyan Manch auditorium in Kolkata.

Fankaari Fossils painting exhibition unveiled in Kolkata

Jun 10, 2015, at 05:45 am

Kolkata, June 9 (IBNS): Birla Academy of Art and Culture came alive with canvasses and life-sized installations, as Visual Artist; Rajesh Kr Yadav came over from Rajasthan to Kolkata, in a bid to promote his art.

Tanishq offers discounts on diamond jewellery this season

Jun 09, 2015, at 04:36 am

Kolkata, June 8 (IBNS): Tanishq, a jewellery brand, announced an exciting offers on its wide range of diamond jewellery.

Bourbon inroads in India: A smoky affair

Jun 08, 2015, at 07:44 pm

As bourbon whiskey- which is a rival of the Scotch worldwide- goes through a renaissance of sorts in its home in the U.S. state of Kentucky, its popularity is growing overseas, too. India being the top consumer of whiskey in the world, the country is a prime target. Ashley Scoby in Lexington, USA and Supriyo Hazra in Kolkata report on the trends

Park Pavilion celebrates summer with "Aam Mania"

Jun 07, 2015, at 04:58 am

Kolkata, June 6 (IBNS): To celebrate summer with the King Of Fruits, Mango, Park Pavilion, the 24 – hour coffee shop of Jameson Inn Shiraz, is hosting 'Aam Mania' to lure the mango lovers. The delicious tempting aromatic mangoes are prepared with a twist to spoil the mango-lovers with an array of choices.

Little Thespian organizes 'Krishan aur Bhisham' theatre fest

Jun 06, 2015, at 05:40 am

Kolkata, Jun 5 (IBNS): Little Thespian, a Kolkata based theatre group going to pay homage to Krishan Chander and Bhisham Sahni.

Daiwik Hotels Shirdi introduces 'Special Holiday Packages'

Jun 06, 2015, at 03:08 am

Kolkata, June 5 (IBNS): Daiwik Hotels Shirdi, the second property from Kolkata-based Daiwik Hotels, has launched an 'Special Holiday Packages' for the holiday season at Shirdi beginning from May to October, 2015.

Adlabs Imagica introduces 'Happy Tuesday' offer

Jun 05, 2015, at 11:30 pm

Mumbai, June 5 (IBNS): Tuesdays have become a special day at India's only international standard theme park, Adlabs Imagica as it has introduced a special offer called 'Happy Tuesday' for visitors.

Earth Plate offers discount of 50% on all its early bird dinner meals

Jun 04, 2015, at 10:35 pm

Mumbai, June 4 (IBNS) Earth Plate, the multi-cuisine restaurant at Hotel Sahara Star has announced a flat 50% discount on their early buffet dinner meal.

High-rises change the definition of modern lifestyle

Jun 04, 2015, at 02:22 am

Kolkata, Jun 3 (IBNS): Real estate developers all over the world have a crucial and a common angle towards designing the high-end residential superstructures i.e, its outlook.

Mercedes-Benz India associates with Universal Pictures for the upcoming movie 'Jurassic World'

Jun 03, 2015, at 09:35 pm

Pune, June 3 (IBNS) : Mercedes-Benz India on Wednesday announced its association with the upcoming action packed, adventurous extravaganza from Steven Spielberg, the "Jurassic World".

Google doodles to celebrate Nargis' birthday

Jun 02, 2015, at 12:04 am

New York, June 1 (IBNS) Popular search engine Google on Monday decorated their homepage with an elegant doodle to mark the 86th birthday of yesteryear Indian actress Nargis Dutt.

Lazeez introduces rolls and kebabs carnival at Kolkata's Kasba outlet

May 31, 2015, at 07:27 pm

Kolkata, May 31 (IBNS): Lazeez, the Mughlai and Awadhi restaurant chain in Kolkata, has commenced its Rolls and Kebabs Carnival, promising food lovers a plethora of dishes to gorge on.

Asha Audio hosts launch of 'Mondo Hote Chai'

May 31, 2015, at 07:25 pm

Kolkata, May 31 (IBNS): Asha Audio Company on Friday released "Mondo Hote Chai", a compilation of poems recited by Mounita Chattopadhyay, at a city auditorium.

30th India Carpet Expo to be held in Varanasi in October

May 31, 2015, at 04:37 am

New Delhi, May 30 (IBNS) The 30th India Carpet Expo would be held from Oct 11 to Oct 14 in Sampurnanand Sanskrit University Ground at Varanasi city in Uttar Pradesh.

Ricardo celebrates 100 years with Mahindra

May 29, 2015, at 04:53 am

London, May 28 (IBNS) British automotive specialist Ricardo has organised the ‘Ricardo100 Global Challenge’, a world charity relay, as part of its 100th anniversary celebrations this year.

Kolkata artists create unique online platform to spread Indian music

May 28, 2015, at 03:03 pm

Kolkata, May 28 (IBNS): It is not every day that one comes across a couple who not only dedicate their lives to music but also attempt to go global with Indian music, riding on the power of digital media, thus imparting lessons and enriching music enthusiasts with the untold journey of an original piece of work.

Bikram Ghosh's academy announces city's fourth center of performing arts

May 26, 2015, at 07:54 pm

Kolkata, May 26 (IBNS): Bikram Ghosh Academy of performing Arts (BGAPA), a private institution for providing professional training in music,dance,and musical instruments, recently announced the launch of its fourth center in Kolkata from June 2015.

Kolkata: SNU to start admissions for U.G and P.G courses

May 26, 2015, at 07:52 pm

Kolkata,May 26 (IBNS): Shiv Nadar University, a higher education institution in Uttar Pradesh, has announced admission for Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses for 2015-16 academic year on Monday, in Kolkata.

Kolkata hosts summer party in association with Jim Beam

May 26, 2015, at 12:10 am

Kolkata, May 25 (IBNS): Kolkata's first summer party, in association with Jim Beam, provided much needed respite from the soaring temperature on Sunday at a city hotel.