Sports brand Vans introduces its Classic Slip On Collection
May 20, 2016, at 04:35 am
Mumbai, May 19 (IBNS): The original action sport brand, Vans, has released its range of upgraded assortment of the Classic Slip-On Collection.
May 18, 2016, at 11:22 pm
Kolkata, May 18 (IBNS): Harley-Davidson riders returned to the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’- Bhutan for the 3rd International H.O.G. Ride to fulfill their quest for riding in one of the world’s most sought after riding destinations. The exciting week long ride from May 4-10, 2016 was organized by the Bengal Chapter and this time they were accompanied by passionate riders from the Harley-Davidson Bhutan brotherhood.
Kolkata: Shiv Nadar University to offer scholarship worth 35cr to under graduate students
May 18, 2016, at 05:16 pm
Kolkata, May 18 (IBNS): Shiv Nadar University on Tuesday announced that this year they have allotted a scholarship fund of Rs.35 cr for its undergraduate students.
Tips to Choose Casual Shoes for Men
May 18, 2016, at 05:02 pm
HE Deodorant speaks gentleman’s word with Hrithik Roshan and Vir Das
May 18, 2016, at 02:14 am
Mumbai, May 17 (IBNS): Its time the macho debonair shows the real ‘HE’ inside him that not only dares to Be Interesting but also holds women in high esteem.
The Edutainment Show 2016 inaugurated in Kolkata
May 18, 2016, at 02:07 am
Kolkata, May 17 (IBNS): A two-day education festival exhibition on media design and communication- The Edutainment Show 2016- was inaugurated on Saturday at a hotel in Kolkata.
SMU-DE’s MBA designed for the professional on the move
May 18, 2016, at 01:48 am
Bangalore, May 17 (IBNS): Sikkim Manipal University, Directorate of Distance Education offers an MBA Program designed for busy professional.
Korean Han Kang and British Deborah Smith win 2016 Man Booker International Prize
May 17, 2016, at 08:44 pm
London, May 17 (IBNS) South Korean author Han Kang and British translator Deborah Smith shared the honours on Monday for the 2016 Man Booker International Prize for their book, The Vegetarian, media reported.
Dress should not come one notch higher than performance on stage : Bickram Ghosh
May 17, 2016, at 08:30 pm
Kolkata, May 17 (IBNS) Percussionist Bickram Ghosh says he does not believe in overdressing as on any given day his performance will precede his fashion statement.
Sonam Kapoor stuns in Ralph & Russo for her 2nd Cannes red carpet appearance
May 17, 2016, at 05:31 pm
Mumbai, May 17 (IBNS) Having won over the toughest fashion critics with her first red carpet appearance at the Festival de Cannes 2016, Sonam Kapoor, gave us another iconic look from her Cannes fashion diaries.
May 17, 2016, at 05:18 pm
The affinity between India and the US as the world’s two biggest democracies is often spoken of today’s context. But a recent exhibition, Kindred Nations, brought out the fact that the connection goes back to a much earlier time, finds Ranjita Biswas
"Was important to document these jobs before they face extinction"
May 17, 2016, at 05:11 pm
Have you ever wondered what happened to those people who would once deliver water at our doorsteps using specially made bags, or the ones who would clean our ears? Though some of them still remains active in their line of work, most have disappeared with time. Young writer Nidhi Dugar Kundalia's debut book, The Lost Generation, traces several of them and their present state. IBNS correspondent Sudipto Maity finds out what drove her to chronicle these dying forms.
MEA issues advisory for Indian students seeking admission in northern Cyprus
May 16, 2016, at 09:09 pm
New Delhi, May 16 (IBNS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued an advisory on Monday for Indian students facing problems in universities in northern Cyprus where instances of malpractices have recently been reported by Indian students who took admission there.
Swiss ice-cream brand Mövenpick opens outlet at DLF Mall of India, Noida
May 16, 2016, at 07:25 pm
New Delhi, May 16 (IBNS) The iconic Swiss ice-cream brand Mövenpick has opened up a flagship store in Noida, the very first boutique store in Delhi NCR.
83.65 per cent pass in Bengal's Higher Secondary exam
May 16, 2016, at 05:49 pm
Kolkata, May 16 (IBNS) The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education published the WBCHSE (CLASS 12) results for 2016 on Monday morning.
Barcelos opens first outlet in Kolkata
May 15, 2016, at 04:56 am
Kolkata, May 14 (IBNS) : International Casual Dining Restaurant Chain Barcelos forayed in Eastern India with their first 100 seater outlet at Kolkata.
JK Business School to organize admission counselling session in Kolkata
May 15, 2016, at 02:44 am
Kolkata, May 14 (IBNS): JK Business School (JKBS), one of the premier business schools in the country will be organizing an interactive counselling session on Friday from 10:00 am onwards at Rotary Sadan, Chowringee Road, Kolkata for the benefit of the students who have cleared the required entrance exam for different courses.
ISRO visit Leaves 20 Odisha students starry-eyed
May 14, 2016, at 10:41 pm
Bengaluru/ Kolkata, May 14 (IBNS): In its bid to inspire bright young minds, Tata Steel in association with Pathani Samanta Planetarium, Bhubaneswar, an entity of Science and Technology Department of Government of Odisha, organized an exposure visit of 20 high school students of Odisha to the Satellite Centre of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISAC) in Bengaluru.
Spinning it the right way: From Calcutta to Cape Town
May 13, 2016, at 10:39 pm
Yudhajeet Barua is a 20-year old club cricketer, who plays Grade A cricket for Green Point Cricket Club, based in Cape Town, South Africa. He is a young prospect and is hopeful of making it big. Barua is also a regular in the Cape Cobras net session. In a special chat with IBNS correspondent Sudipto Maity, who has watched him grow as a cricketer and a person, the leggie opens up about his cricket and life beyond the sport.
Top marks for teaching quality at the University of Birmingham
May 13, 2016, at 10:04 pm
London, May 13 (IBNS) International students have another assurance that studying at the University of Birmingham will give them a top quality education, after a leading watchdog gave top marks to teaching and employment opportunities.
Mango Mania at Taj Bengal, Kolkata
May 12, 2016, at 10:53 pm
Kolkata, May 12 (IBNS): The Best thing about summer is Mango. And in spite of the scorching heat in summers, this ‘King of fruits’ is being cherished by almost everybody.
Oriental Sea Food Festival kick starts at Chowman in Kolkata
May 12, 2016, at 10:27 pm
Kolkata, May 12 (IBNS): Chowman, Kolkata’s favorite fine dining restaurant for authentic Chinese cuisine, kick started its Oriental Sea food Festival on Thursday.
Max searches for the ultimate Little Superstar, launches Max Little Icon
May 12, 2016, at 07:30 pm
Kolkata, May 12 (IBNS) As part of the ongoing Max Kids Festival, Max launched a talent hunt for kids, 'Max Little Icon' recently.
Driven acquisition to strengthen DriversKart business
May 12, 2016, at 01:15 am
Chennai/Kolkata, May 11 (IBNS) Get Driven Technologies Pvt. Ltd, which owns DriversKart, India’s leading on-demand driver service provider, has acquired Driven in an equity and cash deal.
Oparthibo: Tales of the Unexplained
May 11, 2016, at 10:00 pm
Kolkata, May 11 (IBNS) Ghosts ruled supreme at South Kolkata's leading lifestyle and bookstore, STORY, on Tuesday evening during the launch of Debasish Chaudhury's book (Bengali) Oparthibo, which is based on supernatural incidents experienced by the author and people known to him.
Four-star Golden Tulip Hotel, Kolkata opens in Salt Lake
May 11, 2016, at 06:43 pm
Kolkata, May 11 (Not in Town /IBNS): Golden Tulip, Kolkata, a mid-scale 4 Star Business hotel, opened its door at Sector-1, Salt Lake City in the City of Joy recently with Bollywood actress Mahima Chaudhry and Tollywood's Swastika Mukherjee glamming up the inauguration.
May 11, 2016, at 06:07 pm
Female impersonation as a genre in stage performances has a long history in India. Today, that tradition is all but dead but its contribution to the field of performing art cannot be ignored, says Shoma A. Chatterji
EducationUSA hosts U.S. University Alumni Fair in Kolkata
May 11, 2016, at 04:36 am
Kolkata, May 10 (IBNS): EducationUSA, a part of the worldwide program administered by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), hosted a U.S. University Alumni Fair with American Diplomats for undergraduate and graduate students at the American Center in Kolkata on Tuesday.
Masaba Gupta now designs for kids, launches debut collection on Flipkart
May 11, 2016, at 02:25 am
Bengaluru, May 10 (IBNS): Ace fashion designer, Masaba Gupta, known for her quirky designs, on Tuesday, launched her debut collection for kids on Flipkart, India’s largest eCommerce marketplace.
Delhi's Tina Dabi tops civil services exams
May 11, 2016, at 12:28 am
New Delhi, May 10 (IBNS): Delhi girl Tina Dabi topped the 2015 civil services examination as results were announced by the Union Public Service Commission on Tuesday.