Kolkata hosts kebab and biriyani festival
From the street corners of Lucknow and Awadh to the royal kitchens of Hyderabad, the aroma of freshly roasted kebabs and delectable platters of the royal Mughal biryani greeted Kolkata gourmands as Charnock’s celebrated Kebab & Biryani Festival on the Nov 12.
International education week celebrated in Kolkata
Kolkata, Nov 18 (IBNS) The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education jointly celebrate the International Education Week every year in November to promote international education and cultural exchange worldwide.
Rado showcases High Jewellery Wedding Collection in Kolkata
Luxury Swiss watch brand maker Rado showcased their “High Jewellery Wedding Collection†at the Rado Store in Forum Mall on Thursday (Nov 13, 2014). City model Rukmini Maitra was present at the venue. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
JU: Engineering students also vote against VC
Kolkata, Nov 12 (IBNS): The result of the referendum of the engineering faculty in Kolkata's Jadavpur University was declared on Wednesday where maximum number of students voted against Vice-Chancellor Abhijit Chakraborty.
Christopher C Doyle's The Mahabharata Quest: The Alexander Secret launched in Kolkata
Kolkata, Nov 7 (IBNS): Kolkata’s bookstore chain Starmark, in association with Westland Ltd., hosted the launch of Christopher C Doyle’s 'The Mahabharata Quest: The Alexander Secret' at its South City Mall outlet here on Friday.
Kolkatans to experience 4G Wi-Fi enabled 'Smart Bus'
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS) Leading global telecommunications services provider "Bharti Airtel", in association with Kolkata State Transport Corporation ,announced the launch of Kolkata's first 4G Wi-Fi enabled 'Smart Bus' service in the city on Wednesday.
Ali Zafar sketches Amitabh Bachchan live
Mumbai, Nov 4 (IBNS): Actor Ali Zafar who will next be seen in Yash Raj's Kill Dil, couldn't contain his excitement when the team of the film went to the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati to promote the film.
Muslim community observes Muharram in Kolkata
The Muslim community in Kolkata observed the tragic custom of Muharram or the day of grief on Tuesday (Nov 4,2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Muslim community observes Muharram in Kolkata
The Muslim community in Kolkata observed the tragic custom of Muharram or the day of grief on Tuesday (Nov 4,2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Apeejay Oxford Bookstore announced India's biggest book deal
New Delhi, Nov 3 (IBNS): India’s first and biggest book deal between the author Jeroninio “Jerry†Almeida for his Karma Kurry- The Hero in Me book series and Jaico Publishing House was announced recently at Oxford Bookstore here.
Kolkata celebrates Jagadhatri Puja
Kolkata, whose festive spirit is always on the peak, once again geared up to celebrate Jagadhatri Puja along with the rest of West Bengal on Saturday (Nov 1 , 2014). The festival is being celebrated all over West Bengal with Chandannagar, a former French colony and a small town, 30 km north off Kolkata, capturing a special mention. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Chhath Puja celebrations in Kolkata
Women flock to the banks of the Hooghly river in Kolkata on Thursday (Oct 30, 2014) on the occasion of Chhath Puja. Chhath is an ancient Hindu festival dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya and Chhathi Maiya (ancient Vedic Goddess Usha). The Chhath Puja is performed in order to thank Surya for sustaining life on earth and to request the granting of certain wishes. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
MAAC joins PM Modi's Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
Bangalore, Oct 29 (IBNS): Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC), India’s leading educator in 3D Animation and Visual Effects, launched its Swachh Bharat Abhiyan awareness programme with the support of Bangalore Political Action Committee (B.PAC) Thursday at Bangalore Cantonment Railway Station.
Putting an end to restless wait, Indians on Thursday indulged in the grand celebration of Diwali amid bursting of crackers, fireworks and chains of dazzling lights adorning perhaps every corner of the country, which leaves almost no individual immune from the festive fever. In West Bengal and its capital city Kolkata, the celebration receives a special fillip with the observation of Kali Puja, which is considered to be the second most important festival after Durga Puja. Dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali, it is celebrated every year on the new day of Hindu month Ashwin in Bengal. Interestingly on the occasion of Diwali, the entire India worships goddess Lakshmi- the Hindu goddess of wealth while the Bengalis, Assamese and Oriyas adore Goddess Kali.In Kolkata, Kali puja is celebrated with immense fun and mirth. Images by IBNS
Putting an end to restless wait, Indians on Thursday indulged in the grand celebration of Diwali amid bursting of crackers, fireworks and chains of dazzling lights adorning perhaps every corner of the country, which leaves almost no individual immune from the festive fever. In West Bengal and its capital city Kolkata, the celebration receives a special fillip with the observation of Kali Puja, which is considered to be the second most important festival after Durga Puja. Dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali, it is celebrated every year on the new day of Hindu month Ashwin in Bengal. Interestingly on the occasion of Diwali, the entire India worships goddess Lakshmi- the Hindu goddess of wealth while the Bengalis, Assamese and Oriyas adore Goddess Kali.In Kolkata, Kali puja is celebrated with immense fun and mirth. Images by IBNS