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Vijay named as TVK's CM face for upcoming Tamil Nadu polls | India says only Dalai Lama can decide his successor, China responds with warning | Pakistan had 30-45 seconds to respond: Shehbaz Sharif's aide on India's BrahMos attack during Op. Sindoor | Calcutta HC orders closure of all Bengal college union rooms until fresh elections in wake of Kolkata rape case | ‘We will cross that bridge when we come to it’: Jaishankar’s response on US bill proposing 500% tariffs | 'We slapped because of his attitude': MNS worker justifies assault on shopkeeper for not speaking Marathi | 'Marathi will have to be spoken in Maharashtra': State minister after MNS workers' assault on shopkeeper | PM Modi conferred with 'The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana' | Three Indian nationals abducted in Al-Qaeda-linked group's attack in Mali, MEA expresses 'deep concern' | Pune woman raped by man posing as delivery boy, police probe on

Charles Correa was a philosopher of space: Australian architect Peter Stutchbury

Jul 03, 2025, at 07:03 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Charles Correa was not merely an architect; rather, he was a philosopher of space, said Australian architect Peter Stutchbury, delivering the keynote address at the 8th Charles Correa Memorial Lecture here on Sunday.

Snapchat hosts first Creator Connect event in Kolkata

Jul 02, 2025, at 09:43 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Snapchat has made an important move to grow in Eastern India by hosting its first Creator Connect event in Kolkata.

Tech giant Samsung likely to launch unified security and privacy hub with One UI 8

Jul 02, 2025, at 06:21 pm

Electronics major Samsung seems to be working on creating a new privacy and security feature that is likely to debut in its upcoming One UI 8 software update.

A stitch in time: Yarn Therapy is unisex now as both men and women knit

Jun 29, 2025, at 07:54 pm

Knitting and crocheting, thought to be ‘old-world’, have gained popularity in recent times as a creative outlet for both men and women in today’s hectic times, finds Anju Munshi

Three Tables, One Journey – India’s Culinary Heritage Served in Dubai

Jun 29, 2025, at 07:30 pm

In a city known for its glittering skyline and world-class gastronomy, Dubai has become a vibrant playground for culinary innovation—and Indian cuisine is at the heart of this evolution.

Twin National Honours for Faculty Excellence and Research Leadership

Jun 29, 2025, at 12:56 pm

Salem/IBNS: In a major recognition of its academic and research excellence, Sona College of Technology, Salem, has secured two prestigious national distinctions: achieving the top faculty performance ranking in the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) among over 7,000 colleges during the January–May 2025 cycle., and its renewed certification as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) by Indian government's Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR).

Indian students get extra year of post-study work rights in Australia, says senior diplomat

Jun 26, 2025, at 03:45 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Amid rising global concerns over visa delays, scholarship access, and post-study work rights, Australia is one country that is committed to supporting Indian students majorly, said its official trade, investment and education promotion agency.

Loreto College Kolkata, Bluesky ink MoU to boost overseas education

Jun 24, 2025, at 09:38 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Loreto College and Bluesky Educational Services signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the objective of providing higher-education opportunities and counselling to students interested in studying abroad here on Friday.

How to Use a Diffuser on Curly Hair: A Beginner’s Guide

Jun 24, 2025, at 11:52 am

New to diffusing? Learn how to use a hair dryer diffuser to define curls, reduce frizz, and boost volume—perfect for every curly hair beginner.

Samsung launches Odyssey 3D (G90XF) to 'revolutionise' gaming

Jun 23, 2025, at 06:28 pm

Samsung Electronics on Tuesday said it is revolutionizing 3D gaming with the launch of the Odyssey 3D (G90XF), a glasses-free 3D gaming monitor that eliminates the inconvenience and discomfort traditionally associated with 3D content.

Sundeep Bhutoria nominated to the board of Victoria Memorial Hall by Ministry of Culture

Jun 21, 2025, at 06:39 pm

The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has nominated prominent Kolkata-based cultural personality, author and philanthropist, Sundeep Bhutoria, to the Board of Trustees of the Victoria Memorial Hall (VMH) for a three-year term.

BSNL soft launches Quantum 5G FWA

Jun 20, 2025, at 07:32 pm

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) on Friday announced on June 18, 2025, in Hyderabad, the soft launch of BSNL Quantum 5G FWA.

Kolkata: Vivanta Kolkata offers fascinating cuisines from Kerala to food enthusiasts

Jun 20, 2025, at 06:32 pm

People in Kolkata can savour authentic cuisines from Kerala at Vivanta Kolkata, EM Bypass, which offers a fascinating array of cuisine from Southern India at its all-day dining restaurant, Mynt.

Kolkata: IACC celebrates rich culinary heritage of India, USA

Jun 20, 2025, at 04:21 pm

The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC), East India Council, hosted a remarkable evening titled “Flavors of Friendship” recently, celebrating the rich culinary heritages of India and the United States.

Nothing's Phone (3) to introduce 'Glyph Matrix'

Jun 20, 2025, at 03:52 pm

British consumer tech brand Nothing will be shifting from its signature design language with its upcoming handset Phone (3).

CONVERSATION: Indian firms are seeking French-proficient engineers, says Alliance Francaise du Bengale head Nicolas Facino

Jun 19, 2025, at 06:48 pm

Alliance Française du Bengale (AFB), the French educational and cultural institution in Kolkata which is part of an international network that works under the triple umbrella of the French Foreign Affairs Ministry, the Fondation des Alliances Françaises in Paris, and an Indian board, completed 85 years this year in the eastern city. Established in Kolkata in 1940, AFB is an integral part of the city's French cultural connection and a hub of learning the language of love. However, with globalisation AFB now focuses on imparting globalised skills to learners, opening a second campus in the city in collaboration with Techno India in its efforts to combine culture with language learning. In a free-wheeling interview with IBNS editor Sujoy Dhar, AFB  Executive Director Nicolas Facino shares AFB's objectives and activities circa 2025

Jyoti Mahipal installed as 50th Association President of Inner Wheel Clubs in India

Jun 18, 2025, at 11:30 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: At a glittering function in Kolkata, Jyoti Mahipal, former Vice President of the association, was formally installed as the 50th Association President of Inner Wheel Clubs in India on Saturday.

Mad Over Donuts ventures into Eastern India launching two stores in Kolkata

Jun 18, 2025, at 06:41 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: After marking its entry into Eastern India with a successful launch at Acropolis Mall in Kolkata, Mad Over Donuts (MOD) is doubling down on its commitment to the region with the opening of its second outlet in Salt Lake.

Google adds black ribbon on search engine homepage to pay homage to passengers of crashed AI flight

Jun 13, 2025, at 05:57 pm

Search engine major Google on Friday added a black ribbon to its homepage in memory of those who lost their lives in the Air India flight crash in the western Indian city of Gujarat, one of the worst aviation mishaps witnessed by the nation in recent years.

Kolkata: UK-India colab showcases wildlife and conservation through visual storytelling

Jun 11, 2025, at 02:41 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The British Deputy High Commission Kolkata and Indo-British Scholars’ Association (IBSA) jointly organised an event here to shine the spotlight on wildlife and our living planet through visual storytelling.

Best-selling British thriller writer and ex-spy Frederick Forsyth dies at 86

Jun 10, 2025, at 06:54 pm

English novelist, journalist and former spy Frederick Forsyth, who is known for his well researched thrillers, died at the age of 86 on June 9, media reports said.

AirPods power studio-quality audio recording and camera remote

Jun 10, 2025, at 04:53 pm

Tech major Apple on Monday previewed studio-quality audio recording and camera remote features for AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and AirPods Pro 2, delivering new ways to capture content and improving how users communicate.

Apple supercharges its tools and technologies for developers to foster creativity, innovation

Jun 10, 2025, at 03:56 pm

Tech major Apple on Monday announced new technologies and enhancements to its developer tools to help developers create more beautiful, intelligent, and engaging app experiences across Apple platforms.

Firpo’s: Remembering a slice of colonial Calcutta’s nightlife

Jun 09, 2025, at 08:27 pm

Firpo’s, which was once the most happening food joint, nightlife haunt and social venue of Kolkata (Calcutta) since the 1920s, was the brainchild of Angelo Firpo, an Italian. Recently, his grandnephew Enrico De Barbieri was in town at the invitation of the Italian Consulate of Kolkata to relive a lost past. Sreyashi Ghosh walks down the memory lane of the city in colonial times  

India's Pavilion claims the spotlight at Osaka World Expo

Jun 09, 2025, at 01:55 pm

New Delhi: At the ongoing World Expo in Osaka, Japan, the Bharat Mandap curated by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) has emerged as one of the most popular attractions and secured a place among the top five pavilions.

Realme launches its GT 7 series in India

Jun 08, 2025, at 12:34 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Realme has officially launched its highly anticipated GT 7 series in India, aligning with its global unveiling in Paris.

Malabar Group announces it will serve 2.5 crore meals in 2025-26 under CSR drive

Jun 08, 2025, at 12:31 am

Kolkata/IBNS- Malabar Group, parent company of Malabar Gold and Diamonds, has set aside INR 150 crore for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs in 2025–26.

Satya Nadella finally breaks silence on 6000 job cuts in Microsoft

Jun 03, 2025, at 06:08 pm

Microsoft  CEO Satya Nadella has finally broken his silence on laying off 6000 employees and said it was more related to organisational restructuring than poor performance of employees.

'Feels like a tonic in my musical pursuits': Flute virtuoso Pandit Ronu Majumdar receives Padma Shri

Jun 03, 2025, at 03:24 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Renowned flute virtuoso Pandit Ronu Majumdar was conferred with the Padma Shri, the third-highest civilian award in India, by President Draupadi Murmu Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi at a Civil Investiture Ceremony recently.

Loreto College Kolkata launches online multidisciplinary e-journals to foster academic research

Jun 02, 2025, at 11:09 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Students and teachers of Loreto College attended the joint inauguration of the first volumes of two multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed e-journals published by the college via an online programme last Wednesday.