Vasundhara Academy for Performing Arts presented its Annual Show Krishna
Jan 31, 2017, at 10:21 pm
Kolkata, Jan 31 (IBNS): Vasundhara Academy for Performing Arts presented its Annual Show Krishna at the GD Birla Sabhagar on Jan 26.
3000 HOG members to gather at Goa for the 5-year celebration of India Rally
Jan 31, 2017, at 09:47 pm
Kolkata/New Delhi, Jan 31 (IBNS): Harley-Davidson India is all set to host its biggest H.O.G. Rally from February 16-18, 2017 in Goa. With close to 3000 H.O.G. members from 26 Chapters expected; H.O.G. India Rally continues to evolve and curate exciting experiences for the growing H.O.G. community in the country.
Howrah Bridge: A visual journey through the lens
Jan 31, 2017, at 07:27 pm
Despite the grandeur of Victoria Memorial and many later day installations, the most enduring symbol of Kolkata is perhaps the wonder that is Howrah Bridge, an overpass that is recognised globally to identify the City of Joy and has been celebrated in movies from the black and white era to the modern day Bollywood flicks that do not let go any opportunity to capture the marvel in celluloid canvas.
Zeeva and Virat Kohli join hands for MuveAcoustics
Jan 31, 2017, at 12:03 am
Mumbai, Jan 30 (IBNS): Music and cricket – two of the most lasting Indian passions. They are more than just casual diversions; they are lifestyle choices which embody everything young India stands for. It is this curious confluence between music and cricket that Zeeva, a Hong Kong-based global consumer electronics company, has explored by partnering with Virat Kohli for MuveAcoustics, its personal lifestyle audio brand for urban consumers.
Jan 30, 2017, at 06:02 pm
Entrepreneurship is the mantra of the day with terms like start-ups, crowd funding, venture capitalists, etc. becoming household words. What it takes to be a successful entrepreneur? New York based SPAN writer Carrie Loewenthal Massey talks to two Indian entrepreneurs who participated in the 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit in California to find out about their journey to success
Tata Steel Kolkata Literary Meet 2017 concludes at picturesque Victoria Memorial
Jan 30, 2017, at 01:50 am
Kolkata, Jan 29 (IBNS): The Tata Steel Kolkata Literary Meet 2017, the city’s most-awaited event that recognises and celebrates exchange of ideas and thoughts held in the backdrop of the iconic Victoria Memorial, culminated today with a series of thought-provoking sessions spanning for five days.
What makes Kent Grand Plus, the King of Water Purifiers?
Jan 29, 2017, at 05:44 pm
In the recent years, the water purification technology has made progress by leaps and bounds. A decade or two ago, there were just a handful of brands selling water filters and water purification systems. However, that’s not the case anymore. Today, the market is flooded with brands, offering a broad range in various price brackets.
First Brahmaputra Literary Festival starts in Guwahati
Jan 29, 2017, at 01:30 am
Guwahati, Jan 28 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minsiter Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday inaugurated the first Brahmaputra Literary Festival in Guwahati in presence of Union Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar.
Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya teams up with George Brooks for JUNCTION- Jazz & Classical concert in Kolkata
Jan 28, 2017, at 10:10 pm
Kolkata, Jan 28 (IBNS): Santoor legend Santoor legend Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya has teamed up with Internationally acclaimed Saxophonist George Brooks to perform a fascinating concert at the Tollygunge Club Ltd on Feb 4.
Over 8,000 ready to run the inaugural edition of IDBI Federal Life Insurance Kolkata Full Marathon
Jan 28, 2017, at 09:26 pm
Kolkata, Jan 28 (IBNS): Over 8,000 are set to run at the inaugural edition of IDBI Federal Life Insurance Kolkata Full Marathon.
Vijay Bhatkar appointed new chancellor of Nalanda University
Jan 28, 2017, at 06:02 pm
Patna, Jan 28 (TheBiharPost/IBNS): Eminent computer scientist Vijay Bhatkar has been appointed the new chancellor of the Nalanda University, a global project to revive an ancient seat of learning in India’s Bihar state.
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Could food on your walls be a design trend of the future?
Jan 28, 2017, at 02:42 am
London, Jan 27 (IBNS): We could soon be pasting our walls with sweets, fruit and broken crockery, according to a display of unconventional wallpaper by Sri Lankan designer Maneesha Paranagama.
Lakmé Salon teams up with couturier Amit Aggarwal for a showcase at LFW Summer/Resort 17
Jan 28, 2017, at 01:28 am
Kolkata/Mumbai, Jan 27 (IBNS): Lakmé Salon has teamed up with couturier Amit Aggarwal for a showcase at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 17.
Kolkata: Narula Institute of Technology organizes ‘Evolution 2017: School Teachers’ Meet’
Jan 27, 2017, at 11:38 pm
Kolkata, Jan 27 (IBNS): : Narula Institute of Technology, under the aegis of JIS Group Educational Initiatives, organised a one-day workshop titled ‘Evolution 2017- School Teachers’ Meet’ on 25 January, 2017, which focused on the Paradigm Shift in School Education.
Kolkata: Empowering women through special career-readiness training
Jan 27, 2017, at 07:19 pm
Kolkata, Jan 27 (IBNS): The Girl's Life Skills and Career Readiness Camp may have concluded but it is not the end of the good work believes Greg Pardo, acting Public Affairs Officer of US Consulate, Kolkata.
Kathak exponent Keka Sinha stages 'The Flame Eternal' in Kolkata
Jan 27, 2017, at 07:16 pm
Kolkata, Jan 27 (IBNS): To commemorate the 154th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanda, the late Indian philosopher and Hindu monk, Kathak exponent Keka Sinha staged ‘The Flame Eternal’, a dance drama, in Kolkata recently.
92.7 Big FM joined hands with Big Bazaar to celebrate New Year with underprivileged kids
Jan 27, 2017, at 04:56 am
Kolkata, Jan 24 (IBNS): 92.7 BIG FM, India’s Largest and No.1 Radio Network, has always been at the forefront of engaging listeners with real yet unique offerings and by indulging in festive spirit.
Jan 27, 2017, at 03:02 am
Kolkata, Jan 23 (IBNS): Studio by Starmark is hosting Monapali’s Homestyles, a collection of cushion covers and tablemats, at its outlet at Emami Market in Kolkata.
Jan 27, 2017, at 12:09 am
Young Mountain Tea, Fulbright scholar Adhiraj Vable’s start-up in Oregon, works to create sustainable livelihoods for rural communities in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Paromita Pain reports
Ashley Judd takes part in Apne Aap fund raising to fight sex trafficking
Jan 26, 2017, at 07:55 pm
Kolkata, Jan 26 (IBNS): Hollywood actress and activist Ashley Judd, who had been visiting different brothels for last few days being associated with Apne App Women Worldwide, was present at a fund raising programme here on Wednesday organised by Apne Aap and Kolkata Gives.
Reaching the top is a lonely journey for women believes journalist-author Sudha Menon
Jan 26, 2017, at 07:45 pm
Journalist turned author Sudha Menon, whose latest book, ‘Devi, Diva or She-Devil’, deals with the complex issues faced by women at the workplace, talks long-distance to IBNS correspondent Tanushree Sen about her journey as a journalist, a writer, a mother, a wife, a daughter and most importantly, a woman.
Google posts colourful doodle on homepage to celebrate R-Day
Jan 26, 2017, at 05:31 pm
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IBNS): Popular search engine Google on Thursday decorated its homepage with a colourful doodle to celebrate India's 68th Republic Day.
Jan 25, 2017, at 11:12 pm
Kolkata, Jan 25 (IBNS): Amway India, the country’s leading direct selling FMCG Company, has tied-up with IIM Calcutta for a special course focused on entrepreneurship and leadership for its identified high potential direct sellers.
Jan 25, 2017, at 09:36 pm
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IBNS): ‘The White Marble Burzi and Other Stories’ by Sharat Kumar is a book for today's young adult readers as it speaks of relationships in life through simple stories of simple people, said Dr. Nirmala Jain, an eminent Hindi writer and former head of Hindi Department, Delhi University who was the Chief Guest at the book's unveiling recently in Delhi.
The Red Bull Tour Bus ends its east tour in Kolkata on a high note
Jan 25, 2017, at 09:12 pm
Kolkata, Jan 25 (IBNS): The Red Bull Tour Bus ended its first tour of the year in Kolkata on Sunday evening with a stellar gig featuring the Pune-based band Agnee and local Indie rock/funk act Neel and the Lightbulbs.
IIMs to be declared as Institutions of National Importance
Jan 25, 2017, at 12:31 am
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday approved the Indian Institute of Management(IIM) Bill, 2017, under which the IIMswould be declared as Institutions of National Importance which will enable them togrant degrees to their students.
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Kolkata: Times Music launches album Folk Studio-The Ballads of Bengal
Jan 24, 2017, at 08:46 pm
Kolkata, Jan 24 (IBNS): The less people tinker with the originality of folk songs, the better, believes Debojyoti Mishra, the music director of album Folk Studio - The Ballads of Bengal, which was recently launched in Kolkata by Starmark in association with Times Music.
Things to keep in mind while selecting your business hotel
Jan 24, 2017, at 08:33 pm
Moved my home in a whiff! UrbanClap to my rescue for Packers & Movers
Jan 24, 2017, at 08:19 pm
Finally, I landed my dream job last month! It was simply the firm and designation I had wanted all my life. The only hitches to this dream coming true were the short notice and the location of my new office. The new workplace was located at the other end of the city. My current residence at that point in time was Noida and my new office was in Gurgaon. Re locating was the only option. But that was not all. I had to re locate in just 2 days!Since it was my dream job, I decided to go ahead.
Art was my inner calling: Swati Pasari
Jan 24, 2017, at 08:15 pm
Young and vivacious, Swati Pasari started painting in her late teens. Hailing from a business family in Kolkata, Swati tried her hand at the family business before finding her inner calling in art. The young artist also attributes a large part of her present life to pranic-healing and its effects. In a conversation with IBNS correspondent Sudipto Maity, Swati opens up about art, life, pranic-healing and art market in India.