Calcutta Youth Choir pays tribute to its late founder Ruma Guha Thakurta
Jun 07, 2019, at 06:10 pm
Kolkata, June 7 (IBNS): Calcutta Youth Choir, which is known for their performance of folk and mass songs, paid tribute to one of its founders late Ruma Guha Thakurta recently.
Madhyamik examination (2020) of West Bengal Secondary Board from February 18 to 27
Jun 06, 2019, at 03:36 pm
Kolkata, Jun 6 (UNI): The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education today announced beginning of the Madhyamik examination (Class X) from February 18 with first language and ends on February 27 with optional subject, in 2020.
Mumbai celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr in high spirits
Jun 05, 2019, at 05:18 pm
Mumbai, Jun 5 (UNI) The Muslim community on Wednesday celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr, the auspicious festival celebrated to mark the end of holy month of Ramadan, with pomp and gaiety across the city.
Jun 05, 2019, at 05:02 pm
Patna, Jun 5 (UNI) The festival of Eid-ul-Fitr is being celebrated with full enthusiasm across Bihar today.
Starmark hosts launch of Barun Chanda's novel 'Murder in the Monastery'
Jun 05, 2019, at 03:14 pm
Kolkata, Jun 5 (IBNS): Kolkata's bookstore chain Starmark, in association with Rupa Publications India, hosted the launch of Barun Chanda's novel 'Murder in the monastery' at its South City Mall outlet last month.
India celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr today
Jun 05, 2019, at 09:53 am
New Delhi, June 5 (IBNS): As the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end, the Muslim community in India are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on Wednesday.
Wild Stone signs on actor Ranbir Kapoor
Jun 04, 2019, at 05:21 pm
New Delhi, June 4 (IBNS): Wild Stone, a popular male grooming brand from McNROE, roped in actor Ranbir Kapoor as their brand ambassador.
Jun 04, 2019, at 05:20 pm
Kolkata, June 4 (IBNS): Every festival in India gives us a reason to celebrate with food. From Modak for Ganesh Chaturthi to Thandai and Gujia for Holi, the high point of a festival is often associated with one’s favourite dish. If food excites you, the holy month of Ramzan would probably be one of the most eventful parts of your annual calendar. Order analysis from Swiggy, India’s largest food delivery company gives a glimpse of what India ordered this Ramzan season.
Chairman Wakf board, CS greet people on Eid-ul-Fitr
Jun 04, 2019, at 05:09 pm
Srinagar, Jun 4 (UNI) Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Wakf Board Khursheed Ahmad Ganai and state Chief secretary B V R Subhramanyam on Tuesday greeted people on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
Kolkata: Rotary International District 3291 and Rotary Club of Belur felicitates Board toppers
Jun 04, 2019, at 04:24 pm
Kolkata, June 3 (IBNS): Rotary International District 3291 and Rotary Club of Belur felicitated the top ranked students from different boards at CONNECTIONS -District Assembly at the Hyatt Regency.
Kiran Nadar Museum of Art hosts children's workshop Craftopia Season 2
Jun 04, 2019, at 01:59 pm
New Delhi, June 03 (IBNS): Craftopia Season 2, a series of thought provoking workshops for children, is a summer treat presented by Kiran Nadar Museum of Art with a focus on helping children make unexpected connections with art.
My stories are shaped around relationships, dreams and devastations: writer Ajanta Paul
Jun 03, 2019, at 12:23 pm
Academician Ajanta Paul’s debut fiction, The Elixir Maker and Other Stories, a collection of 12 short tales, is, in a single phrase, poetry in motion. She paints her metaphors and images with the ease and cadence of a poet. Each story has a distinct subject that ranges from broken marriages, gender dialectics, female foeticide, the freedom movement, travails of street children, a family lawsuit and many more. The writer in conversation with IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra
The Body Shop presents new introductions in summer
Jun 01, 2019, at 09:35 pm
Kolkata, Jun 1 (IBNS): The Body Shop, the iconic global beauty brand, has presented multiple new introductions for its customers this summer.
IIT Guwahati to organize international school championship TECHNOTHLON
Jun 01, 2019, at 08:24 pm
Guwahati: Recognizing the dire need of technical exposure and true inspiration for the present day school students, the student fraternity of IIT Guwahati are organizing TECHNOTHLON- The International School Championship as a part of their Annual Techno-Management Festival TECHNICHE.
Jun 01, 2019, at 03:51 pm
Kolkata, Jun 1 (IBNS): In a landmark step, Kolkata's Bethune College, under the University of Calcutta, has introduced Humanity as a religion in its online admission form for the courses in the 2019-2020 academic year.
Feeling tired after a full night’s sleep? You may have sleep apnea
Jun 01, 2019, at 11:48 am
Sleep is one of the states of consciousness that gives much-needed rest to the physiological functions of the body to recuperate for the next day. Sleep apnea is one of the highly underdiagnosed medical condition which can not only prevent you from having a restful sleep but also cause serious harm to your vital organs by drastically reducing the oxygen saturation levels in your body. Debayani Bose with clinical inputs from Dr. Raghavendra Rao, HOD, CAM, HCG Oncology, throws light on the medical condition and ways to manage it.
Jipmer to conduct computer-based online exam for MBBS course next month
May 31, 2019, at 05:20 pm
Puducherry,May 31(UNI) Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (Jipmer), an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, will conduct a common computer-based on-line Entrance examination for admission into MBBS course, 2019 session on June 2.
Paying condolence to Lt. Ummer Fayaz's family was the most painful moment: Bhaavna Arora
May 31, 2019, at 03:05 pm
Author Bhaavna Arora spent six months in dire situation of Kashmir for her research work to write Undaunted: Lt. Ummer Fayaz of Kashmir, a book on the life of Lt. Ummer Fayaz who was abducted and killed by militants in 2017. Being the guest at An Author's Afternoon presented by Shree Cement Ltd and organised by the Prabha Khaitan Foundation in association with Taj Bengal Kolkata this month, Arora spoke about her roller coaster ride in writing the book. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh bring excerpts
Organic fashion is now trending in Kolkata: Shreya Jalan Mehta
May 31, 2019, at 02:52 pm
From a Chemistry student to the world of fashion, Shreya Jalan Mehta took a huge step to become a prominent designer in Kolkata. As IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh catches up with her in a hot summer afternoon, Shreya speaks about the latest trends
May 30, 2019, at 03:56 pm
Journalist and educator Simran Sethi explores the cultural and emotional importance of food, and highlights the threats to its diversity across the world, reports SPAN writer Paromita Pain from Texas
The Simple Yet Endearing Gujarati Wedding Rituals
May 29, 2019, at 09:55 pm
Gujarat is known as the land of colours and food and Gujarati people are known for the hospitable nature and warmth. This culture and vibe reflect in every Gujarati Matrimony. The rituals and ceremonies that are part of a Gujarati wedding are all about vibrancy and joy. Gujarati weddings never have a dull moment with everyone in the family taking equal part in the entire affair. These weddings bring everyone together in joy and are considered a fun affair.
Aajisai ready with new menu inclusion and Bento boxes
May 29, 2019, at 06:33 pm
Kolkata, May 29 (IBNS): After completing one year in the city, Aajisai, located at the 5th floor of Quest Mall, is including some new dishes in their menu.
What Makes Tennis So Interesting?
May 29, 2019, at 05:59 pm
When you’re a bettor, betting on sports is one of your favorite things to do. You either bet on football, handball, basketball or bet on hockey onlineon hockeygamebets.com. But did you know tennis is an option too?
May 29, 2019, at 11:46 am
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Maharashtra State Board declares HSC exam results
May 28, 2019, at 05:17 pm
Kolhapur, May 28 (UNI) Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) declared the HSC exam result March 2019 or Class 12 results at a press conference on Tuesday.
May 27, 2019, at 05:49 pm
Kolkata, May 27 (IBNS): Online retailer Flipkart is making fashion more exciting by bringing together Bollywood celebrity duo Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt for the first time ever, in the latest edition of the brand’s India Ka Fashion Capital campaign.
Bangalore, Gurgaon top 5 tech cities in Asia pacific: CBRE report
May 27, 2019, at 04:57 pm
New Delhi, May 27 (UNI) Bangalore and Gurgaon have emerged as top 5 tech cities in Asia pacific, says CBRE, a commercial real estate services and investment firm, in its report on the tech cities in Asia Pacific.
Assam Higher Secondary results announced, Hima Das secures 69.80 per cent marks
May 25, 2019, at 08:05 pm
Guwahati, May 25 (IBNS): The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) on Saturday announced the results of Higher Secondary (HS) Examination (Class 12), 2019.
Book review: This anthology of Hindi poems is like a salve to the senses
May 25, 2019, at 04:23 pm
Perhaps poems can express our various emotions and facets of life in the best possible way. If we read some enriching and meaningful poems, they can make us happy and can also awaken our senses.
Book review: This Bengali novel is a mirror to many ills seen in society today
May 25, 2019, at 04:13 pm
Tamosik (in Bengali) by Satyajit Mazumdar is a multi-layered story, which includes in itself stories about various characters and their varied lives.