World Emoji Day: Apple offers a look at new emoji coming to iPhone
Jul 17, 2019, at 03:52 pm
New York, July 17 (IBNS): As people across the globe are celebrating World Emojii Day on Wednesday, tech giant Apple said it is previewing a selection of new emoji coming this fall, revealing the newest designs that bring even more diversity to the keyboard, alongside fun and exciting additions to popular categories of food, animals, activities and smiley faces.
Nandita Dutta's new book brings the stories of triumphs and trials of Indian women filmmakers
Jul 17, 2019, at 02:12 pm
Kolkata, Jul 16 (UNI) Cinema is among the rare media which has power to change. And women directors are trying to leave a mark in that field. But what does it mean to be a woman filmmaker in India?
Book review: A book to help you understand poet Kalidasa's epic poem Kumarsamvabam
Jul 17, 2019, at 12:11 pm
Drawn by the underlying drama expressed in the fifth canto of the epic poem Kumarsamvabam by poet Kalidasa, Rupomay Pandit, a student of Sanskrit language, decided to embark on a general discussion on the merits of the content.
Santoor Maestro Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya to get Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2019
Jul 16, 2019, at 06:02 pm
Kolkata, July 16 (IBNS): Santoor Maestro Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya has just got the news that he shall be conferred upon with the coveted Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2019.
Peter England launches men’s obsession store
Jul 13, 2019, at 05:53 pm
Vijayawada, Jul 13 (UNI) The Peter England, which is the leading menswear brand from the Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd launched its Men’s Obsession Store at the Imperial Mall VSN Estates, here.
Don't miss the home decor and tableware exhibition at the Kamala store in ICCR Kolkata
Jul 11, 2019, at 03:42 pm
Kolkata, July 10 (IBNS): Kamala, the retail outlet of the Crafts Council of India, is hosting a home decor and tableware exhibition called 'Patram' until July 13 at their store located in ICCR Kolkata.
Acropolis Mall inaugurates three-day long Mango festival in Kolkata
Jul 09, 2019, at 09:31 pm
Kolkata, Jul 9 (IBNS): Acropolis Mall has inaugurated a three-day long Mango festival at the Atrium, the ground floor at its premises to celebrate the bliss of the season with the seasonal fruit Mango.
adidas launches SENSEBOOST GO shoes
Jul 09, 2019, at 03:39 pm
Kolkata, July 9 (IBNS): Lifestyle brand adidas has launched SENSEBOOST GO which is suitable for city runners.
Jul 04, 2019, at 05:33 pm
New Delhi, July 3 (IBNS): Top ranked global academic institution The University of Chicago and boutique leadership development firm OD Alternatives have joined hands to provide a Leadership Development program for women leaders in India.
Senior citizens of Kolkata celebrate 11th anniversary of elderly support initiative Pronam
Jul 02, 2019, at 05:35 pm
Kolkata, July 2 (IBNS): Many senior citizens of Kolkata, police officials and others recently came together to celebrate the 11th Anniversary of Pronam, a decade-old police initiative to provide the elderly with a support system.
With sweets for puja shaped like tablets and capsules, Digital Googly observes Doctors' Day
Jul 01, 2019, at 08:27 pm
Kolkata: On the Doctors' Day today, Digital Googly, a Kolkata-based digital marketing company, performed a puja ceremony and “havan”, complete with icons from the medical world, to pray for the well-being of doctors.
A fashion show in Kolkata brings to life the LGBTQ community as seen in Indian mythologies
Jul 01, 2019, at 06:08 pm
Kolkata, June 30 (IBNS): Indian mythology not only has references to transgender men and women but also integrated them within the framework of society.
Indian actress Sheena Chohan awarded Human Rights Hero at the UN
Jun 29, 2019, at 03:06 pm
New York, June 29 (IBNS): Indian actress Sheena Chohan has been awarded the prestigious Human Rights Hero Award at the United Nations in New York for her work enlightening more than 36 million people about their human rights.
Flower boutique launches roses that last longer than one year
Jun 28, 2019, at 06:44 pm
Kolkata, June 28 (IBNS): Fiorella, a popular flower boutique in Kolkata known for its bespoke floral arrangements, recently introduced a range of specially nurtured roses that the company claims will last for nearly a year.
Slum kids were first guests at Jalandhar’s new Subway restaurant
Jun 26, 2019, at 03:45 pm
New Delhi, June 26 (IBNS) Subway India franchisee Karan Veer Singh inaugurated his new Subway restaurant in Jalandhar by inviting 20 underprivileged children as his first guests. He opened the restaurant at BMC Chowk in Jalandhar, last week.
Jun 24, 2019, at 02:08 pm
Should women, in this age, be forced to wear high heels, however uncomfortable it may be, citing ‘corporate culture? The jury is out following a protest campaign by women in Japan recently. What is the view in India with a high number of women working in the corporate sector today? Madhumita Mookerji probes
Child prodigy Karthik Iyer performs for the Mitty Advocacy Project at San Jose
Jun 19, 2019, at 11:19 am
Kolkata, June 18 (IBNS): Child prodigy and Carnatic percussionist Karthik Iyer mesmerized the audience at the Ananda Aditorium, San Jose, California.
Kolkata: Urmila to present Bande Nrityam 2019 on June 23
Jun 17, 2019, at 05:45 pm
Kolkata, June 15 (IBNS): Urmila is all set to present Bande Nrityam at 5pm onward at in Kolkata's Rabindra Sadn.
Kolkata: Acropolis Mall Celebrates Father’s Day
Jun 17, 2019, at 09:53 am
Kolkata, June 17 (IBNS): Acropolis Mall, a shopping mall, celebrated Father’s Day at its premises with much fanfare and fun by presenting “My Super Hero”, a Father’s Day Special Event, in Kolkata on Sunday.
Creative women worldwide take it easy with Etsy
Jun 17, 2019, at 02:05 am
As the sun rises over Kolkata, India, Agnika Banerjee settles behind a desk in the corner of her room, preparing for 8 to 10 hours of crafting delicate and detailed miniatures. Nine hours later, as daylight warms the Midwestern plains in Columbia, Missouri, Melissa Tipton gets ready to mold polymer clay into tiny versions of colorful foods.
Want to Earn Big in Online Games - Play Poker
Jun 13, 2019, at 09:23 pm
Online games are fun to play and one of the biggest entertainment outlets. But fun is not the only thing that you can derive from them. Games like poker and chess help us test and improve mental abilities such as focus, patience, and decision-making skills.
Subhrendu Halder showcases captures of nature and life at Academy of Fine Arts from June 18
Jun 13, 2019, at 03:08 pm
Kolkata: Amid the daily grind of earning a livelihood, passion often takes a backseat. But not for all.
Fiorella launches special gift boxes on the occasion of Father's Day
Jun 12, 2019, at 12:12 pm
Kolkata, June 12 (IBNS): Fiorella, one of Kolkata's popular flower boutiques, has launched a special collection of floral box bouquets, called ‘Tuxedo Box’ and ‘Teal Suede box' as part of their Father's Day collection.
Swissôtel Kolkata launches an all-new Asian Street Bar
Jun 07, 2019, at 06:28 pm
Kolkata, June 7 (IBNS): Swissôtel Kolkata recently announced the opening of Wykiki, the first outlet in the city to bring the best of South Asian cuisine under one roof.
Calcutta Youth Choir pays tribute to its late founder Ruma Guha Thakurta
Jun 07, 2019, at 06:10 pm
Kolkata, June 7 (IBNS): Calcutta Youth Choir, which is known for their performance of folk and mass songs, paid tribute to one of its founders late Ruma Guha Thakurta recently.
Wild Stone signs on actor Ranbir Kapoor
Jun 04, 2019, at 05:21 pm
New Delhi, June 4 (IBNS): Wild Stone, a popular male grooming brand from McNROE, roped in actor Ranbir Kapoor as their brand ambassador.
Kolkata: Rotary International District 3291 and Rotary Club of Belur felicitates Board toppers
Jun 04, 2019, at 04:24 pm
Kolkata, June 3 (IBNS): Rotary International District 3291 and Rotary Club of Belur felicitated the top ranked students from different boards at CONNECTIONS -District Assembly at the Hyatt Regency.
The Body Shop presents new introductions in summer
Jun 01, 2019, at 09:35 pm
Kolkata, Jun 1 (IBNS): The Body Shop, the iconic global beauty brand, has presented multiple new introductions for its customers this summer.
Feeling tired after a full night’s sleep? You may have sleep apnea
Jun 01, 2019, at 11:48 am
Sleep is one of the states of consciousness that gives much-needed rest to the physiological functions of the body to recuperate for the next day. Sleep apnea is one of the highly underdiagnosed medical condition which can not only prevent you from having a restful sleep but also cause serious harm to your vital organs by drastically reducing the oxygen saturation levels in your body. Debayani Bose with clinical inputs from Dr. Raghavendra Rao, HOD, CAM, HCG Oncology, throws light on the medical condition and ways to manage it.
The Simple Yet Endearing Gujarati Wedding Rituals
May 29, 2019, at 09:55 pm
Gujarat is known as the land of colours and food and Gujarati people are known for the hospitable nature and warmth. This culture and vibe reflect in every Gujarati Matrimony. The rituals and ceremonies that are part of a Gujarati wedding are all about vibrancy and joy. Gujarati weddings never have a dull moment with everyone in the family taking equal part in the entire affair. These weddings bring everyone together in joy and are considered a fun affair.