Workshop on traditional folk music Jhumur to be held in Kolkata

Mar 10, 2017, at 11:51 pm

Kolkata, Mar 10 (IBNS): The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University, with financial support from the Sangeet Natak Akademi, will hold a 17-day workshop on ‘Traditional Jhumur Songs of Bengal’ from Tuesday.

Rabindra Bharati University to hold Annual Art Exhibition in Kolkata

Mar 10, 2017, at 11:50 pm

Kolkata, Mar 10 (IBNS): Bratya Basu, West Bengal's Minister for Information, Technology and Electronics, will inaugurate the annual art exhibition by the students of Rabindra Bharati University's Faculty of Visual Arts on March 14.

A mellifluous start to Hindu School bicentenary celebrations

Mar 09, 2017, at 07:00 pm

Kolkata, Mar 9 (IBNS): Kolkata was treated to a veritable musical feast when Padmasree Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, and Gima Award winner and new-age percussionist Pandit Prodyut Mukherjee, recently came together to perform at the 200th Foundation Day celebration of the Hindu School.

Shashi Tharoor’s “Inglorious Empire” unveiled in London

Mar 09, 2017, at 06:45 pm

London/Kolkata, Mar 9 (IBNS): The British edition of Dr Shashi Tharoor’s latest book “Inglorious Empire” (An Era of Darkness) was formally unveiled at a function in London by Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Y K Sinha.

Fitness to me is how to deal with life positively: Milind Soman

Mar 08, 2017, at 08:27 pm

Former supermodel and fitness expert Milind Soman was present in Kolkata at an event “Walking Warriors-The Women of Today” to speak about the Pinkathon, the biggest women’s run in India and its debut run here. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh speaks exclusively with him.

City of Joy keeps musical tryst with Indian classical maestros

Mar 08, 2017, at 06:45 pm

Kolkata, Mar 8 (IBNS): What happens when maestros like Pandit Viswamohan Bhatt, Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya and Pandit Daya Shankar join ace percussionist Bickram Ghosh on stage to stir up a symphony for an audience in a city known for its discerning music lovers?

Fashion choreographer Lokesh Sharma joins India Intimate Fashion Week

Mar 08, 2017, at 06:30 pm

New Delhi, Mar 8 (IBNS) India Intimate Fashion Week (IIFW) is all set to roll out first season, for which they have a dedicated team who are all about taking Intimate Wear fashion beyond the taboo.

Mufti launches its first travel retail store at CSIA

Mar 07, 2017, at 10:05 pm

Mumbai, Mar 7 (IBNS): With an ambition to enhance the retail experience of male air travelers transiting through the city, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport has announced the inauguration of the fashion brand for men – Mufti at its Terminal 1.

People hardly know about true meaning of health: Milind Soman

Mar 07, 2017, at 09:28 pm

Kolkata, Mar 7 (IBNS): Former supermodel and fitness expert Milind Soman has said that he has always been inspired by women in life as he attended an event in the eastern city ahead of Pinkathon, India’s biggest women’s run founded by him.

Women who walk the extra mile in rural India

Mar 07, 2017, at 09:13 pm

Child Rights and You (CRY) this Women’s Day (Mar 8) salutes unsung women who are working hard to invest their time and efforts in the present of our children, so that their future turns out brighter!

Indian women continue to be viewed as supplementary bread earners in families, finds survey

Mar 07, 2017, at 08:39 pm

New Delhi, Mar 7 (IBNS): Women are the backbone of the family as homemakers, as well as, employees in the workforce.

Harley-Davidson India inaugurates Ladies of Harley as its 28th Chapter

Mar 07, 2017, at 08:37 pm

New Delhi /Kolkata, Mar 7 (IBNS): Harley-Davidson has been paving the way for leisure riding in the country, transcending the boundaries of gender and age.

Bengali folk singer Kalika Prasad dies in a car accident

Mar 07, 2017, at 07:44 pm

Burdwan/Kolkata, Mar 7 (IBNS):Popular Bengali folk singer Kalika Prasad Bhattacharjee died in a car accident in West Bengal's Hoogly district on Tuesday morning.

Could technology improve the lives of people living with dementia?

Mar 07, 2017, at 02:57 am

Queensland, Mar 6 (IBNS): Being able to tell your family you love them, order a meal at a cafe, and talk to friends are all things most people take for granted— but for people living with dementia, communication difficulties can lead to isolation.

Affordable Luxury – Pre-Owned Luxury: The concept of ‘Shared Economy’ is finally making Luxury affordable

Mar 07, 2017, at 01:35 am

Kolkata college vandalized during TMCP's group tussle

Mar 06, 2017, at 09:51 pm

Kolkata, Mar 6 (IBNS): Students' union room in south Kolkata's Charuchandra College was ransacked and several students were injured during a clash between two rival groups of state's ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC)'s students wing- Trinamool Chhatra Parishad (TMCP)- on Monday afternoon, reports said.

Blenders Pride Magical Nights dazzles Guwahati with multiple reflections of style

Mar 06, 2017, at 01:59 am

Guwahati, Mar 5 (IBNS): Blenders Pride Magical Nights dazzled Guwahati, showcasing multiple reflections of style on Saturday night.

My urge to enjoy the inconclusive makes me a poet: Sonnet Mondal

Mar 05, 2017, at 06:01 pm

Frankfinn inaugurates Air Hostess Training Institute in Delhi

Mar 04, 2017, at 09:27 pm

New Delhi, Mar 4 (IBNS): Frankfinn new Training Centre at South Extension, Delhi was today inaugurated by Jayant Krishna, Executive Director & Chief operating officer, NSDC. At the occasion, R.S Kohli, Director Frankfinn group and other officials of Frankfinn and Industry were also present.

92.7 Big FM honours best of the city with 'Best City Pride Awards'

Mar 03, 2017, at 10:53 pm

Kolkata, Mar 3 (IBNS): 92.7 BIG FM, India’s largest and No.1 radio network, known for pioneering innovative and relatable content, has announced a unique property for its listeners titled ‘BIG City Pride Awards’.

Four Indian photographers in 2017 Sony World Photography Awards shortlist

Mar 02, 2017, at 09:53 pm

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IBNS): Works of four Indian photographers have made it to the top 10 shortlist of the 2017 Sony World Photography Awards in the Professional, Open and Student Focus competitions.

Kolkata charity calls for donations to help poor at screening of film on City of Joy's UK-born pavement doctor

Mar 02, 2017, at 07:19 pm

Kolkata, Mar 2 (Just Earth News): Kolkata-based Calcutta Rescue at the recent screening of a new award-winning film about Kolkata’s pavement doctor, Jack Preger, has urged all to come forward and donate generously for the cause of the poor and needy in the eastern city for whom the now octogenarian British doctor devoted his life.

Toronto's Alo named the best restaurant in Canada

Mar 02, 2017, at 04:47 am

Toronto, Mar 1 (IBNS): Toronto's Alo, opened in 2015 by Chef Patrick Kriss, has topped the 2017 list of 100 best restaurants in Canada jumping from the seventh spot on last year's list, media reports said.

Rotary Club of Calcutta Metropolitan hands over award to Mrinal Sen, others

Mar 01, 2017, at 06:49 pm

Kolkata, Feb 28 (IBNS): Rotary Club of Calcutta Metropolitan handed over Vocational Excellence Awards to legendary film maker Mrinal Sen ( at his residence), Anjan Dutta ( actor, director and singer), Debshankar Halder ( theatre actor), Dr Pradip Chopra ( Builder & Educationist), Dr AC Chakraborty ( Chartered Accountant) and Goutam Sarkar ( Footballer).

"Women’s Rally to the Valley" to spread message of women's safety

Mar 01, 2017, at 01:22 am

Mumbai, Feb 28 (IBNS): The third edition of the hugely-successful 'Women's Rally to the Valley' will be held on 5th March 2017, to spread the message of women’s safety on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

Marks & Spencer debuts on Amazon India

Mar 01, 2017, at 01:12 am

Vijayawada, January 28, 2017: Marks & Spencer (M&S) on Tuesday debuted on online store Amazon.in, making it even more convenient for customers across India to shop its clothing and beauty ranges.

Zurie launches design studio in Delhi

Mar 01, 2017, at 12:19 am

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IBNS): Zurie, a multi brand luxury marketplace, recently launched its Zurie Design Studio boasting a collection of luxe and hand-crafted jewellery at their new showroom in Radisson Blu, Paschim Vihar, New Delhi.

Indian and US artists come together for performative story telling project in Kolkata

Feb 28, 2017, at 10:28 pm

Kolkata, Feb 28 (IBNS): Performing artists from India and the United States (US) came together to raise awareness about gender issues at a programme at the American Centre in Kolkata recently.

Nikita Singh's book 'Every Time It Rains' is about a woman in a romantic quandary

Feb 27, 2017, at 10:17 pm

Kolkata, Feb 27 (IBNS) A packed audience at Starmark, Kolkata, served as the perfect setting for the launch of bestselling author Nikita Singh's tenth novel 'Every Time It Rains'.

Our jewellery is worn by Oscar celebrities: Sawansukha CEO

Feb 27, 2017, at 08:34 pm

CEO & Head, Design Department Sawansukha Jewellers, Siddharthaa Sawansukha is a gold medallist gemologist, who's passionate about the Jewellery sector. In a chat with IBNS correspondent Sudipto Maity, Siddharthaa opens up about his family business and the Sawansukha legacy, while discussing upcoming plans and the special Oscar connection. Excerpts.