10th Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards Winner announced

Mar 28, 2015, at 09:34 pm

New Delhi, Mar 28 (IBNS): After a week of exciting theatre fare in the capital, the eagerly anticipated 10th Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards were announced at a red carpet event in the capital at The Taj Mahal Hotel in Delhi.

George Group of Colleges introduces Sports Management as Bachelor's program

Mar 28, 2015, at 06:26 pm

Kolkata, Mar 28 (IBNS): George Group of Colleges, a part of 'The George Telegraph Group', announced on Friday the launch of scholarship program for Bachelor's in Sports Management for current season starting from August.

Kolkata hosts Ladies Study Group Charitable Trust Annual Award

Mar 28, 2015, at 06:10 pm

Kolkata, Mar 28 (IBNS) With the notion to salute the efforts of individuals who battle enormous odds and work towards changing their society for the better, Ladies Study Group, a platform created by the Indian Chamber of Commerce in 1966 to empower and encourage women, shortlists NGOs every year for the Ladies Study Group Charitable Trust Annual Award.

Gallery Sanskriti celebrates 25 years of artistic indulgence

Mar 27, 2015, at 07:43 pm

Kolkata, Mar 27 (IBNS): Gallery Sanskriti, a leading art gallery in Kolkata, commenced the first exhibition for it's silver jubilee anniversary celebration on Thursday.

Real estate defines lifestyle and economy of West Bengal

Mar 27, 2015, at 02:31 am

Kolkata, Mar 26 (IBNS): Kolkata, the city of joy, is known for its rich heritage, intellect, valued traditions, strong and community living. In the past few years, the city and towns of Kolkata have seen an unprecedented boom in the realty segment.

L'Oreal announces research collaboration with inStem

Mar 26, 2015, at 07:14 am

Mumbai, Mar 25 (IBNS): The Institute of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine (inStem) and L'Oreal have entered into a collaborative agreement for the next three years to initiate research on different aspects of skin biology.

OPPO takes part in Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York

Mar 25, 2015, at 04:47 am

New Delhi, Mar 24 (IBNS): During the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, OPPO, a global technology brand with presence in North America, Europe and Asia, partnered with celebrity fashion designer Ly Qui Khanh to present its unique design inspiration.

Tata Steel Adventure Foundation successfully completes 'Indian Women's Great Desert Safari'

Mar 25, 2015, at 04:34 am

New Delhi/ Kolkata, Mar 24 (IBNS): The 27 member fearless team from Tata Steel Adventure Foundation and Border Security Force defied all obstacle and have come triumphant on the 'Indian Women’s Great Desert Safari 2015', travelling across the salt desert.

Nickelodeon mobilizes Gen-Next to join the nations call for Swachh Bharat with Big Green Help 2015

Mar 24, 2015, at 11:57 pm

Mumbai, Mar 24 (IBNS): Kids inspire, influence and hold the baton to the future of society. It is this kid power that Nickelodeon, a children entertainment franchise, has sought to unleash with the Big Green Help 2015.

Unique workshop to boost NE artisans

Mar 24, 2015, at 02:09 am

Guwahati, Mar 23 (IBNS): As a unique and pioneering initiative, the North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC) under the Union ministry of culture is organizing a Production Mela for 113 rural artisans from across the region with an aim to foster the art of traditional weaving and craftsmanship, and expand their market.

Genpact, Ashoka University partner to launch centre for women leadership

Mar 24, 2015, at 12:06 am

New Delhi, Mar 23 (IBNS): With a vision to drive gender-inclusive growth that empowers and promotes women's leadership across sectors in the country, Genpact Limited, a global leader in designing, transforming, and running intelligent business operations, and Ashoka University, a new liberal arts university have partnered to create and launch the 'Genpact Centre for Women's Leadership' (GCWL).

Shahid, Arjun walk LFW ramp for Kunal Rawal

Mar 23, 2015, at 11:42 pm

Mumbai, Mar 23 (IBNS): Young designer Kunal Rawal reinvented Indian and western designs in his signature masculine look at LFW this season.

LFW: Kunal Anil Tanna, Mandira Bedi and Aartivijay Gupta's collections showcased

Mar 23, 2015, at 07:52 pm

Mumbai, Mar 23 (IBNS) : She has always created amazing prints whether it was doodles, legendary Indian heroes or French couture images. For Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 Aartivijay Gupta brought a colourful dimension to her creations with "My World of Glass" inspired by mosaic.

Anamika Khanna brings the 25th season of Lakme Fashion Week to a close

Mar 23, 2015, at 07:48 pm

Mumbai , Mar 23 (IBNS) In a perfect conclusion to the celebration of its 15-year milestone, Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 witnessed a magnificent Grand Finale by design priestess Anamika Khanna. Anamika's collection was inspired by 'Sculpt' the Lakme beauty statement for the season.

Philips presents collection by designer Wendell Rodricks at LFW

Mar 23, 2015, at 07:45 pm

Mumbai, March 23 (IBNS) Ace designer Wendell Rodricks did not fail to impress yet again with his collection 'Popology' at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/ Resort 2015 presented by Philips.

Shivan & Narresh presented a colourful bouquet of cruise and resort styles at LFW

Mar 23, 2015, at 07:34 pm

Mumbai, Mar 23 (IBNS) : Around the poolside of the Palladium Hotel, fashionistas gathered to view the collection of India's top swim and cruise wear designers. Creators of amazing fashion for 'in' and 'out' of the water, Shivan & Narresh internationally renowned names, took the audience on a fashionable holiday with their "Henri's Garden" collection at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

LFW: Farah Sanjana ,Karleo by Karan Berry, Leon Vaz brought fashionable trends on the ramp

Mar 23, 2015, at 07:26 pm

Mumbai, Mar 23 (IBNS) Ace designer Farah Sanjana showcased her demure but daring collection called 'The Military Diva' at the Jabong Stage during Lakme Fashion Summer/Resort 2015.

LFW: Tarun Tahiliani's vibrant, iconic collection inspired by The Singh Twins' paintings

Mar 23, 2015, at 07:20 pm

Mumbai, Mar 23 (IBNS): It was a casual walk in a museum that inspired India's ace couturier to create a vibrant colourful collection. Reliance Trends presented The Czar of Couture, Tarun Tahiliani's "Past Modern" collection inspired by the work of The Singh Twins at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

LFW: Shilpa Reddy and Ridhi Mehra presented amazing style directions at Jabong stage

Mar 23, 2015, at 07:06 pm

Mumbai, Mar 23 (IBNS) Youthful designer, Ridhi Mehra showcased a timeless spectrum of clothing titled 'A Mirror Affaire' at Jabong Stage during Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

West Bengal hosts 'Dignity-2015'

Mar 22, 2015, at 03:46 pm

Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): The Dignity-2015, organized by the West Bengal Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes Development and Finance Corporation (WBSCSTDFC) and the Backward Classes Welfare Department of West Bengal government, ended in Kolkata on Saturday.

RBU's Department of Drama collaborates with Ministry of Culture to host Shakespeare Reconsidered

Mar 22, 2015, at 05:54 am

Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): Rabindra Bharati University's Department of Drama in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, held Shakespeare Reconsidered- the 25th UGC International Conference and Theatre Festival to celebrate William Shakespeare’s 450th birth anniversary.

Kolkata's leading bookstore celebrates 'World STORY telling' day

Mar 21, 2015, at 08:57 pm

Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): Story, a bookstore chain in Kolkata, belonging to the Primarc group, celebrated 'World STORY telling' day at its flagship store on Friday.

Google celebrates Navroz with colourful Doodle

Mar 21, 2015, at 08:04 pm

New Delhi, Mar 21 (IBNS): Popular search engine Google on Saturday decorated its homepage with a colourful Doodle dedicated to Iranian New Year, Navroz.

LFW: Day 3 starts with Square Loop, Lovebirds, Munkee.See.Munkee.Doo and Armaan Aiman

Mar 21, 2015, at 12:40 am

Mumbai, Mar 20 (IBNS): Want a bag with multipurpose functions? Wouldn't you like a bag for all seasons? Look no further because "Square Loop" by Kanika Sachdeva will solve all these problems. With minimal styling but offering a clean design sensibility, the brand displayed everything that was contemporary and unisex.

Nitya Arora, Nikhil Thampi, Nimish Shah showcase accessories at LFW

Mar 21, 2015, at 12:32 am

Mumbai, Mar 20 (IBNS): Known for her innovatively designed accessories that have captivated women globally, Nitya Arora's jewellery collection for her 'Valliyan' label was a glitzy show at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

DRVV by Dhruv Kapur, Ikai by Ragini Ahuja, Quirk Box by Rixi Bhatia and Jayesh Sachdev rock LFW

Mar 21, 2015, at 12:24 am

Mumbai, Mar 20 (IBNS): Retaliating in the most fashion forward way possible, Dhruv Kapur introduced his collection 'Undress Code' for the brand DRVV at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

Kiran Uttam Ghosh, Deepika Govind brought beauty of traditional crafts at LFW

Mar 20, 2015, at 08:00 pm

Mumbai, Mar 20 (IBNS): A Kiran Uttam Ghosh show is always an adventure into the world of creative fashion. Her Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 collection was feminine, delicate with inspiring silhouettes in a gentle colour palette.

Singapore's chain Harry's opens with in Andheri

Mar 20, 2015, at 06:00 pm

Mumbai, March 20 (IBNS): Adding elan to the lively Andheri suburbs, the third Mumbai outlet of Singapore's favourite chain, Harry's Bar & cafe opened in the city on Thursday.

My music is straight from heart: Ricky Kej

Mar 20, 2015, at 05:51 pm

A self-taught musician, Ricky Kej made India proud by bagging the Grammy awards with his "Winds of Samsara" this year. TWF correspondent Supriyo Hazra catches up with the composer based in Bengaluru

Shovit Dasgupta, Durba Nag, Sharan Kaur showcase 'NOTLIKEYOU' at LFW

Mar 20, 2015, at 05:41 pm

Mumbai, Mar 20 (IBNS): The fantabulous trio of designers Shovit Dasgupta, Durba Nag and Sharan Kaur, stayed true to their roots while showcasing their collection for their label 'NOTLIKEYOU' at Jabong Stage during Lakme Fashion Week Summer/ Resort 2015.