No child is born offender but a crime is a crime: Alokananda Roy
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IBNS) Danseuse-social activist Alokananda Roy, who works in prisons to reform the inmates with the power of music and dance, says though no child is born an offender, the juvenile rape-murder convict in Nirbhaya case should have been judged for the adult nature of his crime.
Young technocrat runs in marathon to support child rights
Kolkata, Dec 21 (IBNS): A young technocrat from Gurgaon flew down to Kolkata to run for a cause as he participated in the Tata Steel Kolkata Marathon (TSK 25K) in the city on Sunday.
Casa Kitchen to host Mexo-Italiana Food Festival
Kolkata, Dec 20 (IBNS): Keeping in mind the upcoming festive season, Kolkata based restaurants are gearing up to offer some unique delicacies to the food lovers of the city. Casa Kitchen is all set to organise a twelve day long Mexo-Italiana Food Festival, a food festival that will merge Italian and Mexican delicacies.
MLTR captures hearts in Kolkata
Kolkata, Dec 18 (IBNS): Popular international band Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR) presented a nostalgic evening to many music lovers in the city, who have grown up listening to their creations, as they played their popular numbers in Kolkata on Thursday.
Globsyn Evening will address the story of this generation of India: Bikram Dasgupta
With corporate officials in Kolkata gearing up to attend ‘An Evening with Globsyn’ and the Globsyn Annual Lecture Series 2015 this month, IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra chats with Bikram Dasgupta, founder and Executive Chairman of the Globsyn Group, on its annual signature event. He spoke about his vision behind hosting it every year in the city: Excerpts:
Calcutta Boating Club launches latest banquet in Kolkata
Kolkata, Nov 29 (IBNS): Calcutta Boating Club has launched its latest banquet 'Orchid Banquets', aiming to provide the city with the warmth of Indian hospitality mingled with rich traditions.
40th International Kolkata Book Fair announces Bolivia as Focal Theme Country
Kolkata, Nov 24 (IBNS): The Publishers and Booksellers Guild announced Plurinational State of Bolivia as the Focal Theme Country for upcoming 40th International Kolkata Book Fair (IKBF), which will be held from Jan 27 to Feb 7 , on Tuesday through an event in Kolkata.
British Council announces dates for Education UK Exhibition in Kolkata
Kolkata, Nov 17 (IBNS): Choosing to study abroad is a life-changing decision and requires tremendous planning and prudence.
US Consul Gen launches entrepreneurship programme for development of women in Bengal
Kolkata, Nov 17 (IBNS) The US Consul General of Kolkata Craig Hall on Monday launched a collaborative project here, between Claflin University and Calcutta University, for the women of West Bengal to develop their eco-entrepreneurship skills.
British Council hosts 'The Great Talk' in Kolkata
Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS) The British Council today hosted The GREAT Talk in Kolkata with author and writer Jon Turney delivering a thought-provoking lecture entitled, ‘‘Futurama – Does past cloud our thinking about futures to come?’ at Birla Industrial & Technological Museum.
Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS) Kolkata's Casa Kitchen, a pure vegetarian restaurant cum bar, is offering a more than opulent indulgence for the corporate gourmet, who wish to conduct a successful business meeting over a lunch or just treat themselves and their discerned delegates.
Raima Sen and Milkha Singh inaugurates Aauris in Kolkata
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS) Tollywood actress Raima Sen and sporting legend Milkha Singh on Wednesday inaugurated Modern Inns Pvt Ltd's latest venture Aauris, a luxury hotel near Kolkata's Park Street area.
Diwali brings ethnic extravaganza of men’s fashion
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): Originating from the resplendent and extravagant look that the 'Maharajas' and 'Rajputras' used to carry during bygone eras, the mens' ethnic couture in India has evolved manifolds.
British Council to host 'The Great Talk' in Kolkata
Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS): The British Council has announced that it will present 'The Great Talk' series in Kolkata which is aimed at motivating young Indian students to plan their careers effectively by interacting with renowned UK speakers.
Festive fever grips Kolkata on Mahaashtami
Kolkata, Oct 21 (IBNS): The festivity fever reached peak on Wednesday as the day of Mahaashtami brought along happiness and different hues of aspiration with people flocking to the nearby pandals to offer 'anjali', a special prayer to the goddess.