59 journalists get Ramnath Goenka Awards for Excellence
Sep 11, 2014, at 12:56 am
New Delhi, Sept 10 (IBNS) The press should use its freedom in a responsible manner and be credible as it has an important role to play in democracy, Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan said on Tuesday evening during the Ramnath Goenka Awards for Excellence in Journalism 2014 held at ITC Maurya here.
Music recital 'Peace' charms Kolkata
Sep 10, 2014, at 06:45 am
Kolkata, Sept 9 (IBNS): A melodious evening charmed music-lovers of Kolkata on Sunday as a musical recital 'Peace' was presented by vocalist Smriti Lala at the G.D. Birla Sabhagar.
Ritu Kumar unveils Fall Winter collection 2014
Sep 08, 2014, at 03:07 am
Kolkata, Sept 7 (IBNS): Fashion designer Ritu Kumar unveiled her new Fall Winter collection 2014 at the flagship store in Kolkata recently.
India dedicates Friday to teachers
Sep 05, 2014, at 05:17 pm
New Delhi, Sept 5 (IBNS): India dedicated Friday to teachers as the entire country soaked in the celebration of Teachers' Day, marking the strong bond shared by a teacher and his student.
Funskool extends its play and learn puzzle range
Sep 05, 2014, at 03:29 am
New Delhi, Sept 4 (IBNS): Leading Toy company Funskool India Ltd.has extended its Play & Learn category with its new range of puzzles that aids children in learning a whole lot of things.
Apeejay Karmayuga collaborates with Rice Bucket Challenge
Sep 04, 2014, at 10:03 pm
New Delhi Sept 4 (IBNS) : Following with their continued efforts to bring revolutionary changes in the society iCONGO, under the aegis of Apeejay Karmayuga, launcheD "Ideas Bucket Campaign", in association with Manju Latha Kalanidhi, the Hyderabad based journalist who took on the Ice Bucket Challenge with a Rice Bucket Challenge.
I never want the journey to end: Radhika Agarwala
Sep 04, 2014, at 10:00 pm
Radhika Agarwala is one of the new young artists on the block making her presence felt since her return to India from London with exciting works. She recently came up with her third exhibition- In The Middle of The Garden- with Serbian Ivana Ivkovic and painter Viraag Desai at Tejas Gallery in Kolkata after a year long residency for the initiative. TWF correspondent Shubhashree Hom chats up the promising painter living between Kolkata and London
New Zealand lamb to debut in India at Taj Mahal Palace
Sep 04, 2014, at 03:45 am
Mumbai, Sept 3 (IBNS): Silver Fern Farms and Empire Foods will introduce New Zealand lamb in India at the world famous Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai next week.
Indian scribe throws a 'Rice Bucket Challenge'
Sep 01, 2014, at 07:07 am
Hyderabad, Aug 31 (IBNS): Away from the ALS ice bucket challenge which has gripped the attention of millions of people across the globe, an Indian woman is spreading a completely noble concept to encourage charity for the poor by her 'Rice Bucket Challenge'.
Rituparna launches designer boutique "WOMEN Your Style Statement"
Sep 01, 2014, at 05:37 am
Kolkata, Aug 31 (IBNS) Tollywood actress Rituparna Sengupta on Sunday launched designer boutique "Women Your Style Statement" outlet in north Kolkata's Baguiati on VIP Road here.
Manojit Datta launches platform for young Kolkata musicians
Aug 31, 2014, at 06:33 pm
Kolkata, Aug 31 (IBNS):A unique Latin music platform - Let The River Flow - for young musicians was initiated by the city's own Latin Music Maestro Monojit Datta at The Bikers Cafe on Saturday.
Rituparna promotes High Street Market collection
Aug 30, 2014, at 11:29 pm
Kolkata, Aug 30 (IBNS): High Street Market Via MODA, an art, fashion and lifestyle expo, is back with its Pre-Puja and Pre- Diwali Collections with products from a wide range of designers across India.
Max Life Insurance announces 'i-genius Young Singing Stars'
Aug 30, 2014, at 03:37 am
New Delhi, Aug 29 (IBNS): Insurance company Max Life Insurance has announced the launch of 'i-genius Young Singing Stars' in association with Universal Music Group.
India celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi today
Aug 29, 2014, at 03:22 pm
Mumbai, Aug 29 (IBNS) The city of Mumbai along with the rest of India welcomed the elephant-headed Lord Ganesh amid much hype and fervour as the ten-day long Ganesh Chaturthi festival started from Friday.
92.7 Big FM celebrates 'Uttam Purush'
Aug 29, 2014, at 04:57 am
Kolkata, Aug 28 (IBNS): Private radio station 92.7 Big FM announced its week long plans to celebrate the 88th birth anniversary of Mahanayak Uttam Kumar at a press conference in Kolkata on Wednesday.
Victorinox introduces limited edition travel organizer
Aug 28, 2014, at 07:45 pm
New Delhi, Aug 28 (IBNS) Victorinox has launched a travel organizer in limited edition which is a deluxe zippered document organizer that will keep travel documents organized and secure while you travel.
GlacialLight announces 10" Surface Mounted Down Light
Aug 28, 2014, at 03:00 am
New Delhi, Aug 27 (IBNS): GlacialLight, a division of the Taiwanese technology manufacturer GlacialTech Inc., has introduced an energy-efficient 10" Surface Mounted Down Light -GL-DL10-SM to its indoor lighting product lineup.
Wild Stone enters gas-less space
Aug 28, 2014, at 02:58 am
Kolkata, Aug 27 (IBNS): Wild Stone, the male grooming brand by McNROE Consumer Products Pvt. Ltd., recently announced its foray into the No Gas deodorant category with the launch of Wild Stone perfume Body Spray.
A Herculean task to save heritage buildings of Kolkata
Aug 26, 2014, at 11:21 pm
Kolkata, Aug 26 (IBNS): An interactive session on preserving the heritage buildings of Kolkata was organized recently in a happening bookstore of the city in the backdrop of a new Tollywood film Hercules's upcoming release and the film's relevance with the issue.
Cookery workshop by chef Kunal
Aug 26, 2014, at 03:17 am
Kolkata, Aug 25 (IBNS) Ladies Circle India organised an interactive Cookery Workshop by chef Kunal Kapur for the first time ever in Kolkata recently.
Teenage Mutant fans rejoice as Nickelodeon launches T-shirts
Aug 25, 2014, at 11:12 pm
Mumbai, Aug 25 (IBNS) Fans, get ready to bring Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo, home as Nickelodeon and Viacom18 consumer products are all set to launch the official range of exclusive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles T-shirts marking the launch of the international box office hit film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as it prepares for its India-wide release on 29th August, 2014.
Victorinox celebrates 25th anniversary of Victorinox watches
Aug 22, 2014, at 09:10 pm
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS) Karl Elsener had laid the cornerstone in 1884 for a local company which has gone from a cutler' workshop to a global group. The brand name "Victorinox" is a portmanteau word: it combines the first name of the founder's mother, Victoria, with "inox", the international term for stainless steel. The Victorinox "Swiss Army Knife" is legendary.
India's own e-zine dedicated to the global luxury launched
Aug 22, 2014, at 08:17 pm
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS): India's very own e-zine with curated content, dedicated to global luxury and fine living, was launched recently and can be accessed now at www.theluxecafe.com
Sanjeev Kapoor's restaurant to open 25 outlets by 2015
Aug 21, 2014, at 11:14 pm
New Delhi, Aug 21 (IBNS): Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's The Yellow Chilli restaurant is all set to open 25 more outlets in India and abroad by 2015.
Monica inaugurates Glamzon Salon in Kolkata
Aug 21, 2014, at 06:01 am
Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS): Glam Nails, an exclusive nail art studio, launched its new outlet 'Glamzon Salon' at AMP Vaisaakkhi Mall in Kolkata's Salt Lake area on Wednesday.
Kolkata hosts Looms Weaves and More exhibition
Aug 21, 2014, at 04:36 am
Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS) Looms Weaves and More, an exclusive exhibition of natural fibers and jewellery, curated by team Aesthetique was back with its second edition at the Kolkata Ice Skating Rink showcasing the finest of fabrics, textiles, arts and crafts of India ranging from sarees, pret wear, artifacts, home linen, jute diversified products and other accessories.
Cambridge University offers PhD on chocolate
Aug 18, 2014, at 08:41 pm
London, Aug 18 (IBNS) Chocolate lovers can now get an unique oppurtunity indulge their sweet tooth by pursuing a 'PhD on chocolate' at Cambridge University in England.
Ruchi Soya signs Madhuri Dixit as the brand ambassador
Aug 15, 2014, at 04:28 am
Mumbai, Aug 14 (IBNS): FMCG company Ruchi Soya Industries Limited (Ruchi Soya) has signed popular actress Madhuri Dixit as the brand ambassador for its brand 'Mahakosh'.
Most adults need to double fruit and vegetable intake: Research
Aug 12, 2014, at 07:45 pm
Kolkata, Aug 12 (IBNS) New research published in the September issue of the British Journal of Nutrition and featured in the just released Global Phytonutrient Report highlights a significant shortfall in fruit and vegetable consumption in people’s diets around the world.
McDonald's expands menu with Saucy Wraps
Aug 12, 2014, at 01:49 am
Mumbai, Aug 11 (IBNS): Hardcastle Restaurants Private Limited (HRPL), a Master Franchisee for west & south India operations of McDonald's and a subsidiary of Westlife Development Limited, a company listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange announced the launch of its new Saucy Wraps.