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Do not miss the arts extravaganza SA Virtual in December

Nov 19, 2020, at 03:56 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Indulge in a fortnight of curated projects, performances, workshops, talks, engagement-based initiatives and discourse around the arts at the SA Virtual programme organised by the Serendipity Arts Foundation.

Fashion and lifestyle brand Verrocchios marks its first anniversary

Nov 19, 2020, at 02:44 am

Bengaluru/IBNS: Verrocchios, a global production company based in Bengaluru and Mumbai, completed one year in the industry.

Jammu and Kashmir: 180 Govt schools being modernised as Smart Schools

Nov 18, 2020, at 11:06 pm

Srinagar: The Srinagar administration has embarked on an ambitious project to transform all government schools with owned buildings in the district on modern lines equipping them with smart facilities and modern infrastructure.

Jammu and Kashmir: JKBOSE's talent search exam on December 27

Nov 18, 2020, at 11:03 pm

Srinagar: J&K Board of School Education (BOSE) is likely to hold National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) for year 2020-21.

Meet Kashmir's Youngest 'Gully Boy', 8-year-old emerges as social media champ

Nov 17, 2020, at 11:07 pm

Srinagar: An eight-year-old rapper from south Kashmir is winning hearts by his rap videos which have gone viral on social media.

Skill development key to economic growth: says Vice-Chancellor of University of Kashmir Prof Talat Ahmad

Nov 17, 2020, at 10:47 pm

Srinagar: Skill development of youth would not only help address the problem of unemployment but also enable a better economic growth, Vice-Chancellor of University of Kashmir Prof Talat Ahmad said today.

Srinagar girl revives candle lighting culture in Kashmir

Nov 17, 2020, at 10:44 pm

Srinagar: In order to revive the candle lighting culture in Kashmir valley, a 24-year-old girl Mehak Pervaz has started her business venture by making, designing and customizing different varieties of candles.

Winter wraps from the Valley

Nov 17, 2020, at 07:38 pm

With the chill of winter approaching one promptly retrieves the woollens and shawls that spell ‘Kashmir’, lovingly stored in boxes with mothballs in summer. Anju Munshi gives a lowdown on the rich heritage of Kashmiri woollen handicrafts

A room of her own

Nov 17, 2020, at 07:13 pm

In societies set with patriarchal values, middle-aged women trying to chart a life of their own are looked at with suspicion. But some break the norm anyway, as protagonists in two films, one from Georgia and the other from India, show, writes Ranjita Biswas

Author Sudipto Lahiri's short story wins honour in Indo-Australian short story competition

Nov 17, 2020, at 06:06 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: City-based author Sudipta Lahiri's latest short story ‘Satyam Shivam Sundaram’ has been selected for publication in an Indo-Australian online short story competition.

Jammu and Kashmir: Bahar-I-Adab organises book release function at Pattan

Nov 16, 2020, at 10:45 pm

Sriagar: To highlight the literary contributions of two well-known poets Rasheed Roshan and Ghulam Hasan Darvesh, the literary organisation Bahar-I-Adab recently organised a scholarly function at Palpora, Pattan.

Jammu and Kashmir: Govt restrains Pvt schools from charging admission fee

Nov 16, 2020, at 10:44 pm

Srinagar: The Government Fee Fixation Committee (GFFC) Saturday restrained private schools of Jammu and Kashmir from collecting the admission fee from the students.

Diwali celebrated in Jammu and Kashmir

Nov 14, 2020, at 10:09 pm

Srinagar/UNI: The festival of light, “ Deepwali” was on Saturday celebrated with religious fervour and gaiety in the Kashmir valley, where politicians greeted people on the occasion.

College students, are you ready for the Sweden India Nobel Memorial Quiz?

Nov 14, 2020, at 09:02 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: College students in India can test their knowledge about Alfred Nobel, the Nobel Prize and Nobel Laureates at this quiz contest with a first prize of rupees one lakh.

People celebrate Diwali, Kali Puja; PM Modi greets nation

Nov 14, 2020, at 07:13 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday wished people on the occasion of festival Diwali.

Tiles manufacturing company NITCO overhauls Kolkata store, online presence

Nov 14, 2020, at 02:42 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Mumbai-based NITCO Ltd, a leading tiles manufacturing and surface design company, has overhauled its showroom in Kolkata and also enhanced its online services keeping the pandemic situation in mind.

Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya all decked up for Deepostav

Nov 13, 2020, at 10:35 pm

Ayodhya/UNI: Ayodhya is all set to host a grand 'Deepotsav' (festival of light) on Friday with tableaus depicting 11 episodes of Ramayana set up from the Saket College to the Ram Katha Park.

It’s Diwali and there are many a treat for Kolkatans!

Nov 13, 2020, at 06:12 pm

Diwali embodies the spirit of winning—the triumph of light over darkness. This year, the Diwali celebrations are all about tiding over the ravages of a pandemic which has crippled our economy and disintegrated our social lives. Amidst this gloom hope keeps us going…hope that the lights and fireworks of Diwali will spiritually uplift us and help us in killing the virus much like the execution of the ten-headed evil king Ravana! With that hope let us celebrate Diwali not only with lit diyas, new clothes, rangoli decorations and prayers, but also with feasting on our favourite Diwali sweets and desserts.

Celebrate Diwali with a festive special menu at Yauatcha Kolkata

Nov 13, 2020, at 05:55 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata’s award-winning Chinese dim sum tea house Yauatcha has come up with a specially curated menu to celebrate the festival of lights.

Royal China Kolkata offers limited period complimentary dessert to diners

Nov 13, 2020, at 05:49 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Royal China in Kolkata has already set the festive cheer rolling with a sumptuous food spread for diners who are keen to enjoy their Diwali or Bhai Dooj in style.

Tamil Nadu postpones schools reopening over Covid-19

Nov 12, 2020, at 06:16 pm

Chennai/IBNS: The Tamil Nadu government has postponed the reopening of schools after several parents expressed their opinions against the resumption of normal classes amid the Covid-19 pandemic, media reports said.

Head to Burma Burma if you are looking for an exotic Diwali celebration

Nov 12, 2020, at 03:40 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Why not indulge in some exotic dishes from Myanmar this festive season at the recently opened Burma Burma restaurant in Kolkata.

Celebrate Diwali, Bhai Dooj or Children’s Day in style at Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata

Nov 12, 2020, at 03:27 am

Kolkata/IBNS: A staycation deal, a sumptuous buffet and exquisite hampers are some of the offerings from the Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata this festive season covering Diwali and Bhai Dooj.

Diwali and Bhai Dooj offers from JW Marriott Kolkata

Nov 12, 2020, at 02:01 am

Kolkata/IBNS: If you are worried that the pandemic situation may mar your Diwali celebrations, then why not go for a luxury holiday at the JW Marriott Kolkata.

Class X, XII students can directly appear in West Bengal final board exams for 2021, no Tests this time: Mamata Banerjee

Nov 12, 2020, at 01:37 am

Kolkata/UNI: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday announced that the students of class X and XII can appear directly to the board final examinations and there will not be any Tests this academic year due to Covid-19 situation.

Kolkata: Titan launches its 500th World of Titan store in city

Nov 12, 2020, at 12:06 am

Kolkata: World of Titan, the watch retailer from India’s leading watchmaker, Titan Company Limited continues to expand its footprint in India, launches its 500th store. Located in Newtown, Rajarhat, Kolkata, the store marks a milestone for the brand.

Talented pre-teen Shahana Shome dedicates song to save the girl child

Nov 11, 2020, at 10:16 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shahana Shome, a 12 year old talented singer, has once again risen to the occasion and used her melodious power to spread a social message.

The Lords and Barons enriches Park Street’s breakfast scene

Nov 11, 2020, at 07:52 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Are you curious about what a full English breakfast may look like? Then head to The Lords and Barons, the popular Brit style pub on Park Street, which has now decided to expand its offerings by opening for breakfast.

Women won't be totally free as long as prejudices persist: Writer-activist Cherie Blair

Nov 11, 2020, at 01:21 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Barrister-writer-activist Cherie Blair in a virtual interactive session on Tuesday said women won't be totally free as long as prejudices against them persist.

Talking cub announces the release of Nomad's Land by writer Paro Anand

Nov 09, 2020, at 08:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Award-winning writer Paro Anand traces the journey of two young girls from displaced communities in her latest offering Nomad's Land.