Afra Tafri, Kolkata's new gastro brew pub promises unlimited fun

Mar 18, 2017, at 06:09 pm

Kolkata, March 18 (IBNS): With summer round the corner, Kolkata welcomed the opening of a new gastro brew pub, Afra Tafri, in the heart of the city.

Volvo Cars launches Stress-Free International Student Program

Mar 18, 2017, at 04:10 pm

Kolkata, Mar 18 (IBNS): Volvo Car USA, LLC (VCUSA) has announced the launch of the international student program, comprised of an all-inclusive one-time payment that allows the student to drive a new Volvo vehicle during their time studying in the US.

'Yoga may help university students deal with stress'

Mar 18, 2017, at 03:47 pm

New York, Mar 18 (IBNS): A faculty member of State University of New York (SUNY) at Canton "aims to prove yoga can help students battle the stresses of college life," according to a University release.

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: The GT Route hosts ‘The Great Harvest Festival’

Mar 17, 2017, at 07:02 pm

Kolkata, Mar 17 (IBNS): Have you ever wondered how the concept of food or the staples change from one region to another? Then go for the Great Harvest Festival being hosted by the Kolkata-based GT Route from Mar 18-Apr 2, 2017.

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.

I am a compulsive chaos seeker: Novoneel Chakraborty

Mar 16, 2017, at 06:54 pm

A bestselling author, with seven romantic thrillers to his credit among other things, Novoneel Chakraborty in an exclusive conversation with IBNS correspondent Aninnya Sarkar, discusses his writing style, upcoming works, literary issues and the need for women empowerment.

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.

GNIT collaborate to provide BTech graduates with Chartered Engineer certificate

Mar 15, 2017, at 06:43 pm

Kolkata, Mar 15 (IBNS): Guru Nanak Institute of Technology and The Institution of Engineers (India) jointly hosted the grand inaugural ceremony of Six Student Chapters recently at Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, Panihati.

Research security partnerships connect India, Australia and the UK

Mar 15, 2017, at 03:29 am

New Delhi, Mar 14 (IBNS): Academic experts from India, Australia and the UK researching key global and regional security issues gathered in New Delhi to forge new research partnerships.

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.

South & Central Asia Fulbright Conference held in Kolkata

Mar 13, 2017, at 05:41 pm

Kolkata, Mar 13 (IBNS): The United States India Educational Foundation (USIEF) recently hosted the South & Central Asia Fulbright Conference in Kolkata.

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 ?

West Bengal celebrates festival of colours

Mar 12, 2017, at 07:45 pm

New Delhi/Kolkata, Mar 12 (IBNS): Amid shades of different hues and happiness, West Bengal on Sunday celebrated the spring festival of Holi, which signifies the victory of good over evil.

Bhagoriya marks festivity of holi in tribal parts of Madhya Pradesh

Mar 12, 2017, at 07:31 pm

It was before the beginning of holi, but in Alirajpur in Madhya Pradesh, it's Bhagoriya festivity which marks the celebration. It starts almost fortnight or ten days before holi, after harvesting. It is held in the villages on various market (Haat) days.

The Sahara Star in Mumbai hosts special dinner and brunch for Holi

Mar 11, 2017, at 09:38 pm

Mumbai, Mar 11 (IBNS): Mumbai-based Hotel Sahara Star will host special dinner and brunch at its global cuisine restaurant, Earth Plate, on Sunday and Monday to mark the festival of colours, Holi.

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).

Visitors to Aahar 2017 in New Delhi get acquainted with Del Monte's wide range of products

Mar 11, 2017, at 08:24 pm

New Delhi, March 11 (IBNS): Del Monte, known for its branded processed food and beverage products in India, participated in Aahar 2017, an annual International Food and Hospitality fair held in New Delhi.

Harish Bhat's second book launched at Dalal Street Lit Fest 2017

Mar 11, 2017, at 01:37 am

Kolkata / Mumbai, Mar 10 (IBNS): 'The Curious Marketer: Expeditions in Branding and Consumer Behaviour', a new book by bestselling author Harish Bhat, Brand Custodian, Tata Sons, was launched on Friday by R. Gopalakrishnan, Former Director, Tata Sons, at the Dalal Street Lit Fest 2017, an initiative by the BSE Institute Limited.

Workshop on traditional folk music Jhumur to be held in Kolkata

Mar 10, 2017, at 11:51 pm

Kolkata, Mar 10 (IBNS): The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University, with financial support from the Sangeet Natak Akademi, will hold a 17-day workshop on ‘Traditional Jhumur Songs of Bengal’ from Tuesday.

Rabindra Bharati University to hold Annual Art Exhibition in Kolkata

Mar 10, 2017, at 11:50 pm

Kolkata, Mar 10 (IBNS): Bratya Basu, West Bengal's Minister for Information, Technology and Electronics, will inaugurate the annual art exhibition by the students of Rabindra Bharati University's Faculty of Visual Arts on March 14.

A mellifluous start to Hindu School bicentenary celebrations

Mar 09, 2017, at 07:00 pm

Kolkata, Mar 9 (IBNS): Kolkata was treated to a veritable musical feast when Padmasree Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, and Gima Award winner and new-age percussionist Pandit Prodyut Mukherjee, recently came together to perform at the 200th Foundation Day celebration of the Hindu School.

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.

City of Joy keeps musical tryst with Indian classical maestros

Mar 08, 2017, at 06:45 pm

Kolkata, Mar 8 (IBNS): What happens when maestros like Pandit Viswamohan Bhatt, Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya and Pandit Daya Shankar join ace percussionist Bickram Ghosh on stage to stir up a symphony for an audience in a city known for its discerning music lovers?

Fashion choreographer Lokesh Sharma joins India Intimate Fashion Week

Mar 08, 2017, at 06:30 pm

New Delhi, Mar 8 (IBNS) India Intimate Fashion Week (IIFW) is all set to roll out first season, for which they have a dedicated team who are all about taking Intimate Wear fashion beyond the taboo.

Mufti launches its first travel retail store at CSIA

Mar 07, 2017, at 10:05 pm

Mumbai, Mar 7 (IBNS): With an ambition to enhance the retail experience of male air travelers transiting through the city, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport has announced the inauguration of the fashion brand for men – Mufti at its Terminal 1.

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.