Mehmood Ali wins the 92.7 BIG FM’s ‘Hit Thhe Hit Rahenge’ award

Mar 21, 2017, at 07:30 pm

Kolkata, Mar 20 (IBNS): Mehmood Ali, was a true comedian who not only entertained audiences for decades but also inspired a horde of aspiring comedians. His immense contribution to the golden era, was nothing short of perfection.

Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav to be held across North-east India starting from Thursday

Mar 21, 2017, at 07:15 pm

New Delhi, Mar 21 (IBNS): The Union Ministry of Culture will host the fifth ‘Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav (RSM) in the north eastern region between Mar 23 and 31, 2017.

SpiceJet spreads joy to 50 underprivileged children through GivingWingsToDreams

Mar 21, 2017, at 03:18 am

Gurgaon, Mar 20 (IBNS): SpiceJet, a low-cost carrier, yet again embarked on its journey of #GivingWingsToDreams by offering the special treat to around 50 underprivileged children in association with the Rotary Club of Chandigarh.

Being aware and raising alarm are key to stopping human trafficking say campaigners

Mar 18, 2017, at 08:58 pm

Kolkata, March 18 (IBNS): An awareness campaign against human trafficking was recently launched in Kolkata by the US Consulate Kolkata in collaboration with Indian non-government organisations.

International artists comment on contemporary world at art exhibition in Kolkata

Mar 17, 2017, at 10:49 pm

Kolkata, Mar 17 (IBNS): Art lovers of Kolkata are in for a treat with Chander Haat presenting a multi-disciplinary art exhibition titled 'Life and Time: The Changing Landscape', with participation from artists around the world.

Kolkata: Workshop on Jhumur ensures survival of one of Bengal's folk music genre

Mar 16, 2017, at 07:22 pm

Kolkata, Mar 16 (IBNS): Noting a revival in popular interest in folk and traditional songs of Bengal, the West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music & Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University and the Sangeet Natak Academy have organised a workshop on Jhumur in Kolkata.

eBay India launches ‘Throwback Edition’ sale to celebrate 12 years in India

Mar 15, 2017, at 09:49 pm

New Delhi, Mar 15 (IBNS): Online marketplace www.ebay.in is celebrating its 12 years in India with the launch of a 'Throwback Edition sale' and an online gaming contest called 'Kaun Banega Champion'.

CloudWalker launches Cloud TV for limitless digital entertainment

Mar 15, 2017, at 09:46 pm

Kolkata, Mar 15 (IBNS): Cloud TV is for viewers looking for limitless digital entertainment on television, announced CloudWalker Streaming Technologies, recently, in Kolkata.

India celebrates the festival of colours Holi with enthusiasm and religious fervour

Mar 13, 2017, at 09:46 pm

New Delhi, Mar 13 (IBNS): The festival of colours, Holi, is being celebrated across India, especially in the northern and western states, on Monday with religious fervour and enthusiasm.

Google observes Holi with interactive doodle

Mar 13, 2017, at 04:09 pm

Mountain View, Mar 13 (IBNS): Tech giant Google on Monday observed Holi with an interactive doodle.

Mexican food and Latino music spice up Monkey Bar's 'Taco Libre Festival'

Mar 12, 2017, at 11:29 pm

Kolkata, Mar 12 (Not in Town /IBNS): Do you wish to live like a Mexican while absorbing the beauty of the Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral and most of Central Kolkata with your eyes ?

IIT Hyderabad ace coding challenge TCS CodeVita Season Five

Mar 11, 2017, at 08:49 pm

Mumbai, Mar 11 (IBNS): Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad and Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information & Communication Technology won the top three spots, respectively, at the coding challenge organised by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).

Shashi Tharoor’s “Inglorious Empire” unveiled in London

Mar 09, 2017, at 06:45 pm

London/Kolkata, Mar 9 (IBNS): The British edition of Dr Shashi Tharoor’s latest book “Inglorious Empire” (An Era of Darkness) was formally unveiled at a function in London by Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Y K Sinha.

Fitness to me is how to deal with life positively: Milind Soman

Mar 08, 2017, at 08:27 pm

Former supermodel and fitness expert Milind Soman was present in Kolkata at an event “Walking Warriors-The Women of Today” to speak about the Pinkathon, the biggest women’s run in India and its debut run here. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh speaks exclusively with him.

People hardly know about true meaning of health: Milind Soman

Mar 07, 2017, at 09:28 pm

Kolkata, Mar 7 (IBNS): Former supermodel and fitness expert Milind Soman has said that he has always been inspired by women in life as he attended an event in the eastern city ahead of Pinkathon, India’s biggest women’s run founded by him.

Indian women continue to be viewed as supplementary bread earners in families, finds survey

Mar 07, 2017, at 08:39 pm

New Delhi, Mar 7 (IBNS): Women are the backbone of the family as homemakers, as well as, employees in the workforce.

Could technology improve the lives of people living with dementia?

Mar 07, 2017, at 02:57 am

Queensland, Mar 6 (IBNS): Being able to tell your family you love them, order a meal at a cafe, and talk to friends are all things most people take for granted— but for people living with dementia, communication difficulties can lead to isolation.

Affordable Luxury – Pre-Owned Luxury: The concept of ‘Shared Economy’ is finally making Luxury affordable

Mar 07, 2017, at 01:35 am

My urge to enjoy the inconclusive makes me a poet: Sonnet Mondal

Mar 05, 2017, at 06:01 pm

92.7 Big FM honours best of the city with 'Best City Pride Awards'

Mar 03, 2017, at 10:53 pm

Kolkata, Mar 3 (IBNS): 92.7 BIG FM, India’s largest and No.1 radio network, known for pioneering innovative and relatable content, has announced a unique property for its listeners titled ‘BIG City Pride Awards’.

Four Indian photographers in 2017 Sony World Photography Awards shortlist

Mar 02, 2017, at 09:53 pm

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IBNS): Works of four Indian photographers have made it to the top 10 shortlist of the 2017 Sony World Photography Awards in the Professional, Open and Student Focus competitions.

Toronto's Alo named the best restaurant in Canada

Mar 02, 2017, at 04:47 am

Toronto, Mar 1 (IBNS): Toronto's Alo, opened in 2015 by Chef Patrick Kriss, has topped the 2017 list of 100 best restaurants in Canada jumping from the seventh spot on last year's list, media reports said.

Rotary Club of Calcutta Metropolitan hands over award to Mrinal Sen, others

Mar 01, 2017, at 06:49 pm

Kolkata, Feb 28 (IBNS): Rotary Club of Calcutta Metropolitan handed over Vocational Excellence Awards to legendary film maker Mrinal Sen ( at his residence), Anjan Dutta ( actor, director and singer), Debshankar Halder ( theatre actor), Dr Pradip Chopra ( Builder & Educationist), Dr AC Chakraborty ( Chartered Accountant) and Goutam Sarkar ( Footballer).

"Women’s Rally to the Valley" to spread message of women's safety

Mar 01, 2017, at 01:22 am

Mumbai, Feb 28 (IBNS): The third edition of the hugely-successful 'Women's Rally to the Valley' will be held on 5th March 2017, to spread the message of women’s safety on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

Marks & Spencer debuts on Amazon India

Mar 01, 2017, at 01:12 am

Vijayawada, January 28, 2017: Marks & Spencer (M&S) on Tuesday debuted on online store Amazon.in, making it even more convenient for customers across India to shop its clothing and beauty ranges.

Zurie launches design studio in Delhi

Mar 01, 2017, at 12:19 am

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IBNS): Zurie, a multi brand luxury marketplace, recently launched its Zurie Design Studio boasting a collection of luxe and hand-crafted jewellery at their new showroom in Radisson Blu, Paschim Vihar, New Delhi.

Nikita Singh's book 'Every Time It Rains' is about a woman in a romantic quandary

Feb 27, 2017, at 10:17 pm

Kolkata, Feb 27 (IBNS) A packed audience at Starmark, Kolkata, served as the perfect setting for the launch of bestselling author Nikita Singh's tenth novel 'Every Time It Rains'.

Our jewellery is worn by Oscar celebrities: Sawansukha CEO

Feb 27, 2017, at 08:34 pm

CEO & Head, Design Department Sawansukha Jewellers, Siddharthaa Sawansukha is a gold medallist gemologist, who's passionate about the Jewellery sector. In a chat with IBNS correspondent Sudipto Maity, Siddharthaa opens up about his family business and the Sawansukha legacy, while discussing upcoming plans and the special Oscar connection. Excerpts.

Female bosses favour gay and lesbian job-seekers, research finds

Feb 27, 2017, at 02:54 am

London, Feb 26 (IBNS): Women are more likely to hire gay and lesbian job applicants over equally-qualified straight candidates, according to a study led by the University of Sussex.

Instagram has become a haven for people making sensitive and stigmatized self-disclosures, says study

Feb 27, 2017, at 02:39 am

London, Feb 26 (IBNS): Depression has a way of silencing its sufferers. Even in today’s technology-connected society, people are hesitant to talk about their painful experiences and suffering for fear of being stigmatized.