New study reveals why women take sexy selfies

Aug 27, 2018, at 03:55 pm

Sydney, Aug 27 (IBNS): A new UNSW study has revealed the science behind sexy selfies, showing that women tend to sexualise themselves in environments with greater economic inequality, rather than where they might be oppressed because of their gender.

Nachiketa, Srijato and Joy Sarkar collaborate for Subhra Paul's debut music album

Aug 27, 2018, at 01:25 pm

Kolkata. Aug 27 (IBNS): Qatar-based singer Subhra Paul, aided by Kolkata's Ragranjani Media & Entertainment, has managed to bring three popular names from the world of Bengali literature and music - singer Nachiketa, poet and writer Srijato and music director Joy Sarkar - for a collaborative venture for the first time.

Birth anniversary of Mother Teresa observed in Kolkata

Aug 26, 2018, at 03:10 pm

Kolkata, Aug 26 (IBNS): The Archbishop of Kolkata, Reverend Thomas D’Souza along with Namit Bajoria, the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Macedonia, Subrata Ganguly of Church Art, Father Dominic Gomes and others paid floral tributes and prayers at the life-sized bronze statue of Mother Teresa at the Archbishop House on Sunday to observe the 108th Birth Anniversary of St Teresa. 

Men take care of their spouses just as well as women, new research suggests

Aug 25, 2018, at 03:55 pm

London, Aug 25 (IBNS): Men respond to their spouse’s illness just as much as women do and as a result are better caregivers in later life than previous research suggests, according to a new Oxford University collaboration.

Students’ social skills flourish best in groups with similar skill levels, MU study finds

Aug 24, 2018, at 05:45 pm

New York, Aug 24 (IBNS): Research shows that the behavior of the people you most spend time with can affect your own behavior, for better or worse.

On-again, off-again relationships might be toxic for mental health: Study

Aug 24, 2018, at 05:33 pm

New York, Aug 24 (IBNS): Sam and Diane from “Cheers.” Ross and Rachel from “Friends.” Carrie and Mr. Big from “Sex and the City.”

Top 7 best places in Kerala to live in

Aug 24, 2018, at 01:38 pm

Kerala is truly a blessed state in India where the natural beauty dominates every nook and corner. Every district in Kerala is remarkable in a unique way. Anyhow, due to its vast expanse, it is quite tough and consumes more time to cover the entirety. The 14 districts of Kerala highlight exciting features that is suitable to live in. When it comes to choosing the best place in Kerala, here are the top 6 handpicked selection places to live in Kerala with your family.

Public Relations is essential to Rotary's growth and expansion, says past director

Aug 23, 2018, at 03:05 pm

Past Director, Rotary International  and Past Trustee, The Rotary Foundation, Ashok M Mahajan in conversation with Subhojit Roy

Sudarshan Pattnaik wishes people on Eid with his sand art creation

Aug 22, 2018, at 07:40 pm

Puri, Aug 22 (IBNS): With his own sad art creation, artist Sudarsan Pattnaik on Wednesday wished the people of the nation on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha. 

Asha Bhosle to pay tribute to four legendary music composers

Aug 21, 2018, at 08:07 pm

Mumbai, Aug 21 (IBNS): The Bengal Tigers - A tribute to four legendary music composers of Indian Film Industry - Sachin Dev Burman, Hemant Kumar, Salil Chowdhury and Rahul Dev Burman by performing at an extravagant show to be held on Sept 1,  at the Shanmukhananda Hall, Sion.

Know About The Perfect Rakhi for Different Zodiac Signs

Aug 18, 2018, at 01:00 pm

Raksha Bandhan is a very special and unique festival as it celebrates the specific exceptional bond shared between siblings. This Raksha Bandhan you might be planning to give something really exceptional to your beloved brother. You can gift in a plethora of ways to make your beloved brother feel extremely happy. You can either go for the regular way of sending a stunning rakhi with amazing gifts for the brother like personalized gift hampers, goodies, sweets etc or you can do something really out of the box for your brother. How about sending them Rakhis as per their zodiac sign? We all know the fact that everyone has a specific zodiac sign according to his date of birth. There are different things that depend on your brother’s zodiac sign-what to gift and what not to, which color would be suitable for your brother etc. Nowadays you can easily choose and send Rakhi online to your brother from any part of the world. Thanks to the advanced online technology, it has become a very convenient affair for everyone.

Treat your Sister to these Amazing Gifts this Raksha Bandhan!

Aug 18, 2018, at 12:38 pm

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Ever wondered how stressful a model’s job can be?

Aug 17, 2018, at 01:54 pm

To all the aspirants and new models, here's why modelling is tough and how you can manage stress

2018 Oakville Diwali Gala to raise funds for Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital

Aug 16, 2018, at 01:23 am

Toronto, Aug 16 (IBNS) Plans are underway for the 5th Annual 2018 Oakville Diwali Gala, Oakville’s largest South Asian gala, in support of OTMH (Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital).

Can BMW X3 outperform Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60?

Aug 10, 2018, at 01:20 pm

Every car lover is on his toes when it comes to launches by BMW, Audi, Ferrari and the likes. And so, the much-awaited X3 is out and about to turn heads and sway hearts.

Toronto’s Nathan Philips Square turns into Indian street food destination

Aug 08, 2018, at 11:42 am

Toronto, Aug. 8 (IBNS): From biryani to samosas, sweets to hakka noodles, you name it, they had it.

Rotary plays an important role in inspiring the youth

Aug 07, 2018, at 04:51 pm

Social activist, Rotarian and philanthropist Ashok M Mahajan in conversation with Subhojit Roy

Moral decision making is rife with internal conflict: Study

Aug 05, 2018, at 09:06 pm

London, Aug 5 (IBNS): A new in-depth study of moral reasoning challenges the popular notion that people are unable to think through difficult moral problems and rely primarily on automatic "gut" reactions to make tough decisions.

Book review: Zarah Fiaz creates an emotional fantasyland in her book 'Staff Tales: Illusion'

Aug 03, 2018, at 04:47 pm

As a child, I loved fairy tales. The fairytales were so fun. Being a Potter fan, I always thought we could live in a world of magic and magicians.

Author interview: Author Subhashish Chakraborty talks about his new book

Aug 03, 2018, at 04:29 pm

'The Stranger in my Eyes' is his dream come true about writing a psycho-thriller, a book that explores dark corners of the human mind,  says Subhashish Chakraborty.

Let the funky beats of Novus Music Festival perk up your Friendship Day celebrations

Jul 31, 2018, at 01:48 pm

Kolkata, July 31 (IBNS): Perk up your Friendship Day this Sunday with some heady music churned out by well-known DJs from Mumbai and Kolkata at the Novus Music Festival.

BlockChain: The New Transformation in Online Games

Jul 30, 2018, at 04:57 pm

BlockChain has made it big with cryptocurrency entering the different segments. What is really predicted is that the technology will not fade, but see a growth in this trend, securing and improving business processes. Joining this bandwagon is the online gaming industry that has shown a steady interest in adopting to the new innovations in technology. For example, online card games to play rummy, 3 patti and poker have brought different improvisations to tap into their respective markets and give players an improved gameplay experience. With India, all set to hit 585 million by 2020, digital games are entering a golden era. Blockchain can build the trust factor that seems to be a problem in different segments of gaming.

Stanford sociologists look at why women stay behind the scenes at work

Jul 29, 2018, at 06:40 pm

Stanford, July 29 (IBNS): While research has shown that visibility in the workplace is critical for professional advancement, the reality is that for some women, it’s easier said than done.

Varda Goenka – Fine Jewels by Diagold aims to address the fashion demands of today's smart women

Jul 28, 2018, at 04:24 pm

Kolkata, July 28 (IBNS): Contemporising its jewellery line to meet the demands of today's smart women, Diagold has emerged as 'Varda Goenka – Fine jewels by Diagold'.

Wolters Kluwer's ELM Solutions helps open children's activity center in India

Jul 27, 2018, at 08:40 pm

Chennai/Kolkata, July 27 (IBNS): Wolters Kluwer’s ELM Solutions on Friday announced it has partnered with the Center for Child Rights and Development (CCRD) in Kammavarpalayam, India, to help open the CCRD’s Children’s Activity Center. 

American food: I'm lovin' it, says young India

Jul 26, 2018, at 03:34 pm

Chefs and food experts say a popular American food craze continues to grow in India just like the Americans are now hooked to spicy Indian dishes.  Shilpa Salwan and Shruti Bora in India and Wang Hairong in the USA report

How to Renovate Your Home for Diwali When You’re Short on Funds

Jul 26, 2018, at 02:48 pm

Diwali includes the Hindu New Year, and it’s considered an auspicious time for big changes and new beginnings. For this reason, many people opt to renovate their homes before the festival. It’s also a great time to make the most of the festive sales on furniture, home appliances and decor!

Rituparna Sengupta inaugurates Godrej Interio’s flagship store in Kolkata

Jul 25, 2018, at 05:49 pm

Kolkata, July 25 (IBNS): Godrej Interio, India’s leading furniture and interior solutions brand, on Wednesday opened a new franchise outlet in Kolkata.

Things to Consider Before Installing Home Security Screen

Jul 25, 2018, at 11:55 am

Installing a screen door helps protect your home, family and pets from harsh weather and prying eyes, and adds to your safety. Here are some things you need to think about before you install a security screen door:

New book launched at Starmark presents perspectives on inclusive urbanism in relation to Kolkata

Jul 24, 2018, at 04:42 pm

Kolkata, July 24 (IBNS): One of the key issues worrying Kolkata these days is the increasing number of migrants and the effect it has on the distribution of resources in the city.