Toxic waste spill at Essar's Power Plant in Singrauli
Apr 16, 2014, at 06:18 pm
Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh, Apr 15 (IBNS): In yet another stark example of massive negligence, the mud wall that lined the fly ash dyke of Essar Energy’s Mahan-I (600MW) thermal power plant in Singrauli collapsed leading to fly ash-laden water seeping into Khairahi village, the Greenpeace said on Tuesday.
Taj Bengal hosts preview of Marc Thuet's culinary
Apr 16, 2014, at 06:12 pm
Kolkata's Taj Bengal on Monday (April 14, 2014) hosted a tete-a-tete and preview of French culinary masterpieces of Marc Thuet, who is an internationally acclaimed gourmet chef and renowned television personality.Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
"Music F Fatafati" logo launched
Apr 16, 2014, at 06:07 pm
Kolkata, Apr 15 (IBNS): Misra Group of Companies has recently launched the logo of their 24-hours Bengali Music Channel – Music F-Fatafati. The logo was launched in the presence of Bengali actors Ankush and Subhasree.Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Designer Debasree launches online store
Apr 16, 2014, at 05:56 pm
Kolkata based designer Debasree on Sunday (April 13, 2014) launched her online store. Her online store will have all her collections of saris, churidars, kurta, dhoti and shirts for men, western outfits, bags, jwellery and accessories. With the launch of her online store, Debasree has also planned to launch her Poila Baishak collection namely “Biyaâ€. Bengali films actress Rituparna Sengupta was present at the launch. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
AAP rolls out outdoor campaign in Mumbai
Apr 16, 2014, at 05:47 pm
Mumbai, Apr 15 (IBNS): In an attempt to woo voters, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has now opted for outdoor hoarding campaign here. The AAP has joined the race of winning maximum seats in Lok Sabha Election 2014.
Bengal celebrates New Year with puja
Apr 15, 2014, at 10:55 pm
West Bengal and the Bengali community on Tuesday (April 15, 2014) celebrated the auspicious occasion of Poila Baishakh (the first day of the Bengali calendar), which marks the 'Nababarsho' or the Bengali new year. Traditionally, businesses start this day with a new ledger, clearing out the old debts. The shops generally hosts a 'puja' and invites the customers to clear old debts. Images of puja being offered at Kalighat temple of goddess Kali. Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Jewellery artisans across Bengal awarded
Apr 14, 2014, at 04:26 pm
Jewellery artisans across West Bengal were awarded to honour the art of jewellery making at “Swarna Shilpa Samman 2014†in Kolkata on Saturday (April 12, 2014). Hosted by Shyam Sundar Co Jewellers, the event witnessed the presence of Bengali film actors Soumitra Chattapadhyay and Rituparna Sengupta. It was followed by a Grand Musical Soiree to celebrate the spirit of oneness between India and Bangladesh-Epar Bangla Opar Bangla-with a Jugalbandi between the Indi-Pop queen Usha Uthup and veteran Bangladeshi Folk Singer Runa Laila. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
American Center screens The Revolutionary Optimists
Apr 14, 2014, at 01:54 am
Kolkata, Apr 12 (IBNS): The American Center Kolkata along with Prayasam, a nonprofit organization working with children for their rights and empowerment, recently screened the documentary 'The Revolutionary Optimists', to mark the World Health Day, here. Images by Avishek Mitra
Apr 14, 2014, at 01:19 am
A first time female voter displaying her voter identity card, at a polling booth during the 4th Phase of Lok Sabha General Elections-2014, in Sikkim on April 12, 2014.
'Biggest Loser Program' at Gold's Gym Alipore
Apr 12, 2014, at 05:26 pm
Fitness hub Gold's Gym Alipore launched the "Biggest Loser Program" in Kolkata on Friday (April 11, 2014). Actress Riddhima Ghosh was present at the event. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Varate premieres in Priya Cinemas
Apr 12, 2014, at 05:12 pm
The premiere of Bengali film "Varate" was held in Kolkata's Priya Cinemas on Friday (April 11, 2014). The film features Bengali actress Rituparna Sengupta. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Apr 12, 2014, at 05:07 pm
Actor Arjun Chakraborty and others were present at the Jibhe Jole food festival in Kolkata's Lake Mall on Friday (April 11, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Students put up musical performance with throwaway items
Apr 12, 2014, at 05:00 pm
Kolkata, Apr 11 (IBNS): Students of M.C. Kejriwal Vidyapeeth has recently put up an enthralling performance in their school using throwaway household items as instruments.
Lok Sabha General Elections-2014, in Aizawl, Mizoram
Apr 11, 2014, at 09:26 pm
The Vice President, Shri Mohd. Hamid Ansari lighting the lamp to inaugurate the ‘International Conference on Skilling in Schools’, in New Delhi on April 11, 2014.
Lazeez opens restaurant in Howrah
Apr 11, 2014, at 06:12 pm
Mughlai and Awadhi service restaurant chain Lazeez, the popular from house of Shiraz Hotels Pvt Ltd, opend their first flagship outlet in Howrah on Thursday (April 10, 2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Apr 10, 2014, at 11:36 pm
Filmmaker Mainak Bhaumik on Tuesday (April 8, 2014) launched his movie 'Take One', billed as a bold film that celebrates beauty in the raw reality of a real woman. Present at the launch was actress Swastika Mukherjee along with co-actors Rahul and Arindam Sil. Images by/IBNS
Apr 10, 2014, at 11:28 pm
Female voters standing in a queue for casting their votes during the 3rd Phase of General Elections-2014, in New Delhi on April 10, 2014.
Window Connection music launched
Apr 10, 2014, at 11:22 pm
Music Director Anupam Roy along with actors Tanusree Chakraborty, Aryann Bhowmik, Kanchan Mullick were present at the music launch of Raj Kumar Gupta’s film 'Window Connection' in Kolkata on Tuesday (April 8, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Arjun, Alia promote '2 States' in Kolkata
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:18 pm
Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor and actress Alia Bhatt visited Kolkata on Tuesday (Apr 8, 2014) to promote their upcoming film '2 States'. The film is an Indian romantic comedy film directed by Abhishek Varman. '2 States' is based on the 2009 novel written by writer Chetan Bhagat. Film-buffs will see the love story between Krish Malhotra, played by Arjun Kapoor and Ananya Swaminathan, played by Alia Bhatt, in the movie. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Ritu Kumar launches 'Poila Baisakh' collection
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:13 pm
City model Lisha showcased the 'Poila Baisakh' Collection 2014 by ace fashion designer Ritu Kumar on Tuesday (Apr 8, 2014) in Kolkata. The Poila Baisakh collection comprises of an eclectic ensemble of treasured hand-woven sarees in khadi, tussar, chanderi depicting the richness of Indian craftsmanship, an array of ethno-chic skirts, kurtis and an exclusive range of maxi dresses in vibrant hues swathed in the festive mood. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
New song of 'Kaanchi' released
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:07 pm
Mumbai, Apr 9 (IBNS): The makers of the upcoming musical 'Kaanchi' have released the video for their original Badtameezi song, 'Thumka'.
Sonnet hosts Bengali Food festival
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:01 pm
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Gupi-Bagha’s surprise in legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray classic film, literally reflected in the eyes of the guests present at the Sonnet in Kolkata as the spread was being tabled, oozing Bengali aroma. Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar visits Kolkata
Apr 09, 2014, at 05:30 pm
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Spiritual leader,humanitarian and founder of The Art of Living Sri Sri Ravi Shankar visited Kolkata on Tuesday as citizens attended two events hosted by him in the city.
Polls 'merchandise' floods Kolkata markets
Apr 08, 2014, at 07:59 pm
With Lok Sabha elections fever gripping the nation, T-shirts, umbrellas and other goods having different party symbols, faces of party leaders painted on them, are flooding markets. IBNS camera caught sellers busy selling such merchandise across the 'City of Joy' (Kolkata) on Monday (April 7, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Graphic novel version of 'Chakrapurer Chakkare' launched
Apr 08, 2014, at 06:15 pm
Popular Bengali writer Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay launched the english graphic novel version of his literary work 'Chakrapurer Chakkare' at Kolkata's South Point High School on Monday (April 7, 2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
LS: Political leaders campaign in Kolkata
Apr 08, 2014, at 06:06 pm
Political leaders from different political parties, including Somen Mitra of the Congress, Sudip Bandyopadhyay of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Rahul Sinha of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), campaigned for the Lok Sabha polls in Kolkata on Monday (April 7, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Devendra Kumar Pathak takes over as BSF chief
Apr 08, 2014, at 05:53 pm
New Delhi, Apr 7 (IBNS); Devendra Kumar Pathak on Monday took charge as the Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF).
Smartur to make children aware regarding politics
Apr 08, 2014, at 05:48 pm
Kolkata, Apr 7 (IBNS): Smartur (www.smartur.com), start-up in the space of digital content solutions for schools and students, recently launched the online initiative ‘ABC of 2014 Elections’, in an attempt to create basic awareness about Indian politics and elections of our country amongst children.
Idea Rocks India Season 6 winner announced
Apr 08, 2014, at 05:42 pm
Indian singer, composer, performer and songwriter Mika Singh on Sunday (Apr 6, 2014) announced the winner of musical dhamaka ‘Idea Rocks India – Season 6’, here in Kolkata. Present at the event was Anish Roy, Chief Operating Officer, East, Idea Cellular
Apr 08, 2014, at 12:16 am