Community choirs reduce loneliness and increase interest in life for older adults: Study
Nov 11, 2018, at 07:39 pm
New York, Nov 11 (IBNS): An innovative San Francisco program of community choirs for older adults found that singing in a choir reduced loneliness and increased interest in life, but did not improve cognition or physical function, according to a study by researchers at UC San Francisco.
Santoor maestro Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya’s new album releases
Nov 07, 2018, at 05:25 pm
Kolkata, Nov 7 (IBNS): Santoor maestro Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya recently released his latest musical album “Hamsadhwani” at his recital studio at Moore Avenue.
West Bengal observes Kali Puja today
Nov 06, 2018, at 05:45 pm
Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS); Continuing the spirit of festivity and enjoyment, people of West Bengal on Tuesday observed Kali Puja.
fbb's new store launched in Bangalore by popular actress Manvitha Harish
Nov 05, 2018, at 07:38 pm
Bangalore, Nov 5 (IBNS): fbb – India’s most preferred fashion destination – launched its new store in Bangalore.
Kitabe launches Shashi Tharoor’s The Paradoxical Prime Minister in Kolkata
Nov 05, 2018, at 05:18 pm
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS): Author and politician Shashi Tharoor was in Kolkata to attend the launch of his book The Paradoxical Prime Minister: Narendra Modi and his India organized by Kitabe – a book launching forum initiated by Prabha Khaitan Foundation and presented by Shree Cement Limited – at the Bengal Rowing Club (BRC).
Google doodles to celebrate 82nd birth anniversary of Greek professor Michael Dertouzos
Nov 05, 2018, at 04:55 pm
New York, Nov 5 (IBNS): Popular internet search engine Google on Monday decorated its homepage with a doodle to mark the 82nd birth anniversary of Greek professor Michael Dertouzos.
Decorate your home with some designer rugs this Diwali
Nov 05, 2018, at 12:13 pm
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS): Wondering how to glam up the house to welcome guests this festive season? How about some fine designer rugs? Pop into Cocoon Fine Rugs’ flagship gallery in Kolkata and you will be spoiled for choice, with a huge selection of contemporary rugs and oriental carpets.
Academician and author Rajdeep Chowdhury organises LIT FIESTA 2018
Nov 03, 2018, at 01:12 pm
Kolkata, Nov 3 (IBNS): Academician and author Rajdeep Chowdhury has recently organised LIT FIESTA 2018 at Rabindranath Tagore Centre, Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in the city.
Nov 02, 2018, at 05:51 pm
Turin, Italy, Nov 2 (IBNS): The Department of Humanities, University of Turin, Italy, will host the 10th death anniversary International Symposium in memory of late Dr. Prabha Khaitan titled “Translating existentialism in South Asia,” under the auspices of the Prabha Khaitan Foundation, Kolkata, and the Interdisciplinary Research Centre for Women and Gender - CIRSDe, Turin on Nov 30.
Heena Gorsia, Rotary Club of Calcutta presents Samman to Usha Uthup
Nov 02, 2018, at 05:37 pm
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): Noted educationist and Rotary Club President Heena Gorsia and Rotary Club of Calcutta presented Samman an initiative by the to the legendary singer Usha Uthup at a program at Rotary Sadan recently.
Kolkata: Bihaan Music launches Sadhana album
Nov 02, 2018, at 05:28 pm
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): Bihaan Music has launched the album entitled "Sadhana" of noted classical vocalist of Kirana Gharana Sohini Roy Chowdhury recently.
Oct 29, 2018, at 05:39 pm
In Toronto's Bloor Street West, the Bata Shoe Museum (BSM) is an ode to the civilisation's Cinderella story. Sujoy Dhar visits the only museum of its kind founded by Bata Shoes first lady Sonja Bata who passed away this year, after a lifetime in collecting footwear from every corner of the world
Bengal celebrates Lakhsmi Puja today
Oct 24, 2018, at 07:30 pm
Kolkata, Oct 24 (IBNS): Days after West Bengal witnessed Durga Puja celebration, a spirit of festivity returned to the state on Wednesday as people worshipped Goddess of Wealth and prosperity-Lakshmi.
Prodyut Mukherjee, Payel Mukherjee and others judge 30 puja pandals of Kolkata
Oct 15, 2018, at 02:31 pm
Kolkata, Oct 15 (IBNS): Musical artist Pandit Prodyut Mukherjee along with several Bengali actors were spotted judging 30 Durga puja pandals for a cause with Rotary Club of Calcutta.
Manicktalla Chaltabagan Puja’s theme pitches Kolkata for UNESCO's “City of Literature†honour
Oct 15, 2018, at 12:01 pm
Kolkata, Oct 12 (IBNS): Kavigurur Shantinir [The Bard (Tagore)’s peace abode] is the theme of the Chaltabagan Durga Puja marking its 76th year here as the organisers of the famous puja of the City of Joy pitches Kolkata to the UNESCO to declare it as City of Literature in league with some other global cities.
Prabha Khaitan Foundation and British Council sign collaboration on arts
Oct 15, 2018, at 10:14 am
Kolkata, Oct 15 (IBNS): Kolkata-based literary, performing arts and cultural organisation - Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) - and the British Council on Sunday signed a formal agreement on arts to work together to promote art and culture of the two countries in India and United Kingdom.
Antisocial behaviours in children linked to parenting: Study finds
Oct 14, 2018, at 05:53 pm
New York, Oct 14 (IBNS): Less parental warmth and more harshness in the home environment affect how aggressive children become and whether they lack empathy and a moral compass, according to a new study.
Clues that suggest lying may be deceptive, study finds
Oct 14, 2018, at 04:18 pm
London, Oct 14 (IBNS): The verbal and physical signs of lying are harder to detect than people believe, a study suggests.
India-China cultural tie marks this year's BJ Block Salt Lake Sarodatsav in Kolkata
Oct 14, 2018, at 01:45 pm
Kolkata, Oct 14 (IBNS): With the greatest festival of Bengalis-Durga Puja ushering in, a community puja in Kolkata incorporated Chinese theme in the 35th year of their endeavour, which is seen as an attempt to strengthen the cultural tie between the two Asian neighbours.
Hike celebrates Durga Puja with new animated stickers
Oct 13, 2018, at 11:02 pm
Kolkata, Oct 13 (IBNS): Messaging app Hike has announced new animated sticker packs for festival Durga Puja.
Manicktalla Chaltabagan Puja’s theme pitches Kolkata for UNESCO's “City of Literature†honour
Oct 12, 2018, at 09:47 pm
Kolkata, Oct 12 (IBNS): Kavigurur Shantinir [The Bard (Tagore)’s peace abode] is the theme of the Chaltabagan Durga Puja marking its 76th year here as the organisers of the famous puja of the City of Joy pitches Kolkata to the UNESCO to declare it as City of Literature in league with some other global cities.
Groove into spirit of Durga Puja with flavored tea
Oct 11, 2018, at 05:39 pm
Kolkata, Oct 11 (IBNS): Durga Puja is almost on us. This is the time to go pandal hopping, meeting friends, and eating out – all heavy stuff. But what do you do when you want to relax or when you have a small gathering at home? This is the time when your mind says ‘Oh Cha’.
Try Colorbar's unique peel off nail lacquer this festive season
Oct 11, 2018, at 05:35 pm
Kolkata, Oct 10 (IBNS): When you've bought the best of clothes and accessories for the festive and wedding season, can cosmetics and make up be far behind?
12-year-old Ahilan to join Tarun Bhattacharya in his upcoming concert
Oct 10, 2018, at 11:52 am
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IBNS): Maestro Tarun Bhattacharya's forthcoming concert at Los Angeles Church of Scintology Hollywood features 12-year-old Ahilan Hatti.
Tanishq introduces the special Aparupa collection this Durga Puja
Oct 07, 2018, at 09:22 pm
Kolkata, Oct 7 (IBNS): The pujo fervour has already set in and India’s most trusted jewellery brand Tanishq has introduced a special collection crafted especially for this Durga Pujo, Aparupa.
Oct 04, 2018, at 05:25 pm
Kolkata, Oct 4 (IBNS): Starmark in association with Playtonic conducted a storytelling session ‘Once Upon a Time….’ recently at one of their outlets in Kolkata.
Business genius can be taught, study says
Oct 02, 2018, at 07:02 pm
New York, Oct 2 (IBNS): How did Steve Jobs do it? What about Whole Foods Market and Starbucks?
Kolkata: Lakmé Salon launches its 400th salon in Gariahat
Oct 01, 2018, at 05:51 pm
Kolkata, Oct 1 (IBNS): Gariahat, Kolkata is set to get the best in beauty and grooming services with its new unisex Lakmé Salon at Ramani Chatterjee Road.
Google doodle on Govindappa Venkataswamy's birth centenary
Oct 01, 2018, at 04:16 pm
New York, Oct 1 (IBNS): Remembering eminent ophthalmologist and founder of Aravind Eye Hospitals Govindappa Venkataswamy on his birth centenary, popular US search engine Google designed its homepage with a doodle on Monday.
Women much less likely to ask questions in academic seminars than men: Study finds
Oct 01, 2018, at 04:06 pm
London, Oct 1 (IBNS): A new study reveals a stark disparity between male and female participation in a key area of academic life and offers recommendations to ensure all voices are heard.