Bahar Dutt's book 'Green Wars' launched in Kolkata
Aug 21, 2014, at 08:10 pm
Author Bahar Dutt's latest book 'Green Wars' was launched at the British Council in Kolkata on Wednesday (August 20, 2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Mamata meets Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong
Aug 19, 2014, at 07:54 pm
In a bid to attract more investments and partnerships, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee commenced her first foreign trip as she left for Singapore on Sunday last. She met Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong on Aug 19, 2014. She said the meeting was constructive and positive.
Harley owners salute the spirit of freedom on India's Independence Day
Aug 18, 2014, at 04:35 pm
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IBNS): Commemorating the 68th year of Indian Independence, Harley-Davidson owners across India united by their shared passion for freedom, self-expression and adventure took to the open roads to express their patriotism for their country. Yesterday Indian cities woke up to the rumble of hundreds of motorcycles, as every chapter organized unique rides in different regions, honoring the length and breadth of India’s diversity.
Independence Day celebrated in Kolkata
Aug 15, 2014, at 09:15 pm
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee unfurled the tricolour on Red Road (Indira Gandhi Sarani) in Kolkata on Friday (Aug 15, 20140 to celebrate the Independence Day. She received a guard of honour from the Kolkata police.The Chief Minister's Police Medal for Outstanding Service were given away during the day to Kolkata Police Commissioner Surojit Kar Purokayastha, Bidhannagar Police Commissioner Rajeev Kumar and IGP Western Zone Siddhi Nath Gupta. Cultural shows by school children were also held. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Kathleen Stephens visits Kolkata
Aug 15, 2014, at 04:57 pm
Kolkata, Aug 14 (IBNS) During her first visit to Kolkata, U.S. Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Ambassador Kathleen Stephens highlighted several key elements of the U.S. – India strategic relationship, including the economic partnership, development agenda, and educational opportunities.
Aug 15, 2014, at 05:39 am
Kolkata along with the rest of the country, are gearing up to celebrate Independence Day on Friday (August 15, 2014). Security has been beefed up across the city ahead of Friday. People were seen buying Indian flags at different markets and shops in Kolkata on Thursday (August 14, 2014). Special programmes will hosted in several corners of the city on Friday to mark the occasion. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
In Delhi, police breaks bones and homes
Aug 14, 2014, at 09:38 pm
New Delhi, Aug 13 (IBNS): Firing teargas grenades, charging iron rods and hurling stones with ferocity, the Delhi Police and a small mob attacked women, children, old and the sleeping in a midnight attack recently on West Delhi’s Kathputli colony, the people of the community – consisting mainly of performers and artists facing forced eviction – have alleged.
US University fair for UG students held in Kolkata
Aug 13, 2014, at 07:20 pm
Kolkata, Aug 12 (IBNS): The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), in partnership with KIC UnivAssist hosted a U.S. University Fair at the American Center on Monday.
Young motorsports showcase talent at Young Star Driver Programme
Aug 09, 2014, at 08:56 pm
Greater Noida, Aug 8 (IBNS): Mercedes-Benz India on Friday concluded the 'Young Star Driver Programme' Season II which witnessed young racing aspirants from across India showcasing their raw talent, racing acumen and unsurpassable grit on the Buddh International Circuit.
Srikanta Acharya's Rabindrasangeet album launched after 11 years
Aug 08, 2014, at 10:10 pm
Kolkata, Aug 8 (IBNS) Picasso Entertainment launched a Rabindrasageet CD titled Anek Diner Gaan by singer Srikanta Acharya Thursday at a function.
Aug 07, 2014, at 09:06 pm
Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons Ratan Tata visited Kolkata on Wednesday (August 6, 2014) and participated in an interactive session organised by the Ladies Study Group of Indian Chamber of Commerce. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Aug 06, 2014, at 09:18 pm
Chai, a book on the experience of Indian tea written by Rekha Sarin (photos by Rajan Kapoor), was released recently here at The Park. Tabla maestro Bickram Ghosh, fashion designer Sharbari Datta were among other celebrities present at the launch.
Freud Museum: Cave of Memories
Aug 06, 2014, at 07:04 pm
Vienna’s Sigmund Freud Museum highlights the prolific travels of the founding father of psychoanalysis in an exhibition to mark the 75th anniversary of Sigmund Freud’s death in 1939 – from relocating to Vienna as a three year old to his escape and exile in London as the Nazis advanced. Sujoy Dhar visits the museum in the Austrian capital
Freud Museum: Cave of Memories
Aug 06, 2014, at 07:02 pm
Vienna’s Sigmund Freud Museum highlights the prolific travels of the founding father of psychoanalysis in an exhibition to mark the 75th anniversary of Sigmund Freud’s death in 1939 – from relocating to Vienna as a three year old to his escape and exile in London as the Nazis advanced. Sujoy Dhar visits the museum in the Austrian capital
Short story collections released in Kolkata
Aug 04, 2014, at 07:20 pm
Kolkata, Aug 3 (IBNS): Short stories have been considered both an apprenticeship form preceding more lengthy works, and a crafted form in its own right. Believing this ideology, singer, performer and lyricist Surojit Chatterjee and Patrabharati Publishers jointly launched ‘Alpo Kathay Goppo’ a collection of 60 short stories Sunday in the presence of novelist Sanjib Chattopadhyay and poet Krishna Basu at Niranjan Sadan.
The Biker's Cafe showcases Bikers House Special Menu
Aug 04, 2014, at 07:17 pm
Kolkata, Aug 3 (IBNS): The Biker's Café, a cafe themed on the bikers, unveiled their ‘House Special Menu’, a range of selected recipes of all over the globe, here recently.
6 Ballygunge Place in Kolkata celebrates Hilsa Festival
Aug 02, 2014, at 09:17 pm
Monsoon is just the right time to indulge your tastebuds, and what better way to do it than celebrate with the queen of the river, hilsa. Like previous years, the master chefs of 6 Ballygunge Place in Kolkata create magic with the fish, under the planning and guidance of Chef Sushanta. Dig into our Elish Machher Cutlet, relish some Achari Elish Kumror Doga Diye, taste the heavenly Elisher Matha Diye Kochu Saag or the innovative Anaras Elish and much more. For the connoisseurs with appetite, there is the Elish thali as well, that serves Elish macher tel, Elish macher dim bhaja, Chachra, Bhapa Elish along with plain rice and dal. The festival is on from Aug 2 to Aug 17, also at their Thali restaurants, with a different menu and price. Items are individually priced from Rs 395 onwards. Restaurant timings: 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm for lunch and 7 pm - 10.30 pm for dinner. Images by IBNS
Art exhibition inaugurated in Kolkata
Aug 01, 2014, at 05:06 pm
Paintings and wooden masks showcasing the works of Subrata Gangopadhyay, Suhas Roy, Laxma Gaud and other renowned artists from different regions on Thursday (July 31, 2014) at Bengal Chamber of Commerce. Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Jul 31, 2014, at 05:29 pm
With the holy month of Ramzan coming to an end, the Muslim community across the world, with India posing no exception, is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on Tuesday amid mass prayers at mosques and with warm exchange of greetings. The occasion is auspicious for the community, who follows strict rules of Ramzan for a whole month until Eid, when the Muslims can go feasting and soaking in merriment. Images of the celebrations and gaiety from India's eastern city Kolkata on Tuesday (July 29, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Eid celebrates in India's Kolkata
Jul 29, 2014, at 09:57 pm
With the holy month of Ramzan coming to an end, the Muslim community across the world, with India posing no exception, is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on Tuesday amid mass prayers at mosques and with warm exchange of greetings. The occasion is auspicious for the community, who follows strict rules of Ramzan for a whole month until Eid, when the Muslims can go feasting and soaking in merriment. Images of the celebrations and gaiety from India's eastern city Kolkata on Tuesday (July 29, 2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
CMRI Hospital observes World Hepatitis Day
Jul 29, 2014, at 09:51 pm
Observing World Hepatitis Day the Calcutta Medical Research Institute organised a free camp to investigate conditions related to Hepato-Pancreato-BiliaryHbSAg, Anti HCV, and SGPT. The program was attended by Dr. Anirban Chatterjee, Sr.Consultant Gastro, Dr.S. Pattanaik, Sr.Consultant Gastro,Dr. Somnath Mukherjee, Sr.Consultant Gastro, Dr.PP Bose, Sr.Consultant Gastro, Bengali film actress Pallavi Chatterjee and music director and singer Samidh Mukerjee. Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Miss America interacts with students
Jul 28, 2014, at 04:38 pm
Kolkata, July 26 (IBNS): It is rare opportunity for school students to interact with the Miss America but Friday was one such occasion when the current title holder Nina Davuluri interacted with them in several Indian cities including Kolkata.
Kiran Bedi inaugurates National Convention for CA students
Jul 28, 2014, at 04:16 pm
Kolkata, July 26 (IBNS): Eastern India Regional Council (EIRC) jointly with Eastern India Chartered Accountants Students’ Association (EICASA), under the aegis of Board of Studies, ICAI, New Delhi organized a two-day National Convention for CA Students on the theme ‘CA Students: Grow Tall on Solid Foundation’ at the Science City Auditorium here.
'Art for Nutrition' brought alive with Kolkata trams
Jul 26, 2014, at 06:02 pm
Kolkata, July 26 (IBNS) GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare flagged off the 'Art for Nutrition' tram from Esplanade Tram Depot in Kolkata on Thursday.
Bikers Cafe hosts 'House Special Menu'
Jul 25, 2014, at 10:02 pm
Bikers Café, the all-day dining international café brand, hosted 'House Special Menu' at its outlet in Kolkata on Thursday (Julyu 24, 2014). The hand-picked recipes of the new world cuisine comprises of some of the exotic house special dishes like Samui Benedict, Hangover Killer Sandwich, Greek Salad with Feta, Royal Bengal Lamb Pizza, Calzone Pizza, Bikers Chicken Fusion Discovery and Eggless Chocochip Pancake Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
'Cafe Bristo' launches in Kolkata
Jul 23, 2014, at 06:41 pm
A new food and hookah corridor called 'Cafe Bristo' was launched in Kolkata on Tuesday (July 22, 2014). Bengali film actress Riddhima Ghosh was present at the launch. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Kolkata restaurant introduces international grilled flavours
Jul 23, 2014, at 06:39 pm
Popular restaurant Sigree Global Grill on Tuesday (July 22, 2014) launched international grilled flavours in Kolkata. Famous personalities from Bengal including Rupa Ganguly, Soumili Biswas, Laxmi Ratan Shukla and Sambaran Banerjee were present to taste the new lip-smacking dishes. Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Kolkata: Mamata addresses Martyr's Day rally
Jul 22, 2014, at 07:14 pm
West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee on Monday (July 21, 2014) addressed a mammoth rally at Esplanade in Kolkata on the occasion of the Martyr's Day. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
CRSPL introduces Curvo project for Kolkata
Jul 22, 2014, at 07:09 pm
Kolkata, July 18 (IBNS): Conveyor & Ropeway Services Pvt .Ltd. (CRSPL) announced its ambitious project of introducing world’s first non-linear ropeway for a two tier alternative urban transportation called Curvo in Kolkata recently. Images by IBNS
Jul 19, 2014, at 09:52 pm
Siddha and tabla maestro Bikram Ghosh presented Calcutta Drum Festival in Kolkata on Friday (July 18, 2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS