Hit a high with Unplugged Courtyard’s Drunken Brunch!
Aug 14, 2021, at 12:09 am
Eat, drink and be merry! Unplugged Courtyard allows you to do exactly that with its newly introduced Unplugged Drunken Brunch.
How Calcutta University’s Home Science Department kept itself relevant through the pandemic
Aug 13, 2021, at 05:40 pm
The COVID-19 pandemic and the related lock-down created an extraordinary crisis with crucial challenges for educational institutions, including centres of higher studies. The academic faculty and the students both had to adjust to an unprecedented situation.
Aug 13, 2021, at 01:15 am
Kolkata/IBNS: A collaborative initiative in Kolkata has ensured that a bunch of children from the city’s impoverished quarters can continue with their studies online.
JW Bakery opens in Kolkata, offers classic fresh bakes to contemporary desserts
Aug 13, 2021, at 01:02 am
Kolkata/IBNS: One of the leading hospitality addresses in the city, the JW Marriott Kolkata, recently launched its signature patisserie, JW Bakery.
AI adoption can potentially add $ 90 billion to Indian economy by 2025: Report
Aug 12, 2021, at 01:20 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to add around US$ 90 billion to the India’s economy by 2025 which in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to transform India into a hub of Artificial Intelligence (AI) R&D by promoting investments in AI technology companies and applications, according to a study.
Over 150 Indian students bag the Erasmus Mundus scholarships for higher education in Europe
Aug 11, 2021, at 06:46 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Out of 2,756 scholarship awardees worldwide, 153 Indian students have been awarded the prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships this year.
The June Shop has a wide range of gifts suited for Rakshabandhan
Aug 11, 2021, at 06:41 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: With the festival of Rakshabandhan round the corner and you are still not decided about what to gift your sister, here is a range of options from e-commerce company, The June Shop.
India's First Rakhi Label by Ferns N Petals – Sneh
Aug 10, 2021, at 06:37 pm
The word 'Siblings' is synonymous with love and affection. Siblings are a blessing, and our childhood is all about the memories and the unconditional bond we share. The distance or the fights are temporary, but they never matter too much. All that matters is the love we have in our hearts for each other. Whether you are tied by blood or a promise, there is nothing like a sibling relationship. And Raksha Bandhan allows us to celebrate this precious bond. This festival is all about gifts, the threads of love, sweets and loads of laughter. For Raksha Bandhan, Ferns N Petals brings something special every year. This year, the brand has launched an ode to the bond of affection in the form of India's first rakhi label - Sneh.
Check out what Kolkata's popular pubs have on offer for the monsoon
Aug 09, 2021, at 07:17 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: As the sporadic heavy showers batter the city, we offer you a peek into what the city’s top restaurants and pubs are offering.
What's on offer from Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata this Independence Day?
Aug 09, 2021, at 06:57 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Yearning for a change of scene in this pandemic situation? Want to take your aged parents or young children for a holiday yet not willing to take the risk for travelling far?
Special Independence Day Brunch at JW Marriott Kolkata
Aug 09, 2021, at 06:34 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: For those who like to plan in advance, JW Marriott Kolkata has already announced the details of its Independence Day special fare.
Digital archive on Bengali singer Feroza Begum launched on her birthday
Aug 05, 2021, at 03:55 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The musical legacy of famous Bengali singer Feroza Begum (1930-2014), who has a great following both in her home country of Bangladesh as well as in West Bengal in India, has now been perpetuated through a digital archive.
CBSE class 10 results declared, pass percentage rises to 99.04 pc
Aug 03, 2021, at 11:04 pm
New Delhi/UNI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday declared the Class 10 results, in which the pass percentage this year has improved to 99.04 per cent.
Savour a blend of Asian street food in Asia! Asia! Asia!
Aug 02, 2021, at 11:37 pm
As I walk up the flight of stairs fresh aroma of spices overpowers my senses. I pause and inhale…I am trapped in the ‘essence of deliciousness’. Asia! Asia! Asia!— is, perhaps, India’s first Asian table grill restaurant that opened its doors as recently as March 23, 2021. Located in Sector V- Salt Lake, Kolkata, this restaurant has brought together an exotic blend of Asian flavours as a gift to the city connoisseurs. The experience of dining at AAA is truly overwhelming.
Punjab govt allows schools to resume for students of all classes
Aug 01, 2021, at 02:10 am
Chandigarh/IBNS: Schools in Punjab will resume all classes from Monday, August 2, the government has said, after the schools were closed temporarily in mid-March amid a surge in Covid cases for offline classes.
How OnePlus shaping the Indian 5G smartphone market
Aug 01, 2021, at 01:56 am
The common saying goes, “change is the only constant”, and it has been holding true for several aspects of our lives. Even our surroundings and the ecosystem do not remain immune from evolution. This continuous process leads to wide-ranging changes. Similarly, in the sphere of technology, researchers and scientists are on their toes to never cease introducing convenient features for humankind. The 5G network can be considered as a part of this advancement, which aspires to enhance internet connectivity by a mile. In India, the field is being laid to launch the 5G connection. Smartphone brands are extending 5G sets in anticipation of the 5G network rollout in the near future. One smartphone brand that has been leading the pack is none other than OnePlus. An industry leader in the class of premium mobiles, OnePlus has launched several 5G smartphones in the mid-budget and high-end categories. Before delving into OnePlus’s role in this sector, let us understand the nuances of the 5G network.
Instagram launches Parents' Guide to ensure safety of children on the platform
Jul 30, 2021, at 07:26 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Popular digital platform Instagram has launched a guide for parents so that they can monitor their children’s consumption pattern and ensure their children are safe.
Jul 29, 2021, at 11:21 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Centre has allowed a 27 per cent reservation for Other Backward Classes and 10 per cent reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections under the All India Quota Scheme for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Thursday.
Designer ornamental pieces from Pretios
Jul 29, 2021, at 02:39 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Are you looking for a pretty bauble or a dainty keepsake to give this Friendship Day (August 1)?
Kolkata restaurants offer delivery and dine in options this Friendship Day
Jul 29, 2021, at 02:26 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Keeping the pandemic situation in mind, most restaurants in Kolkata are keeping both delivery and dine-in options open for patrons this Friendship Day (August 1).
JEE Advanced 2021 to be held on October 3
Jul 27, 2021, at 04:19 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2021 will be held on October 3, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced on Monday.
A pan-India Common Entrance Test for media studies to be held online on Aug 14
Jul 25, 2021, at 12:45 am
A first-ever national level common entrance exam for media studies across Indian universities will be held online on Aug 14.
It’s Ishq-e-Dawat at Soul-The Sky lounge
Jul 24, 2021, at 09:26 pm
Post lockdown, Soul-The Sky lounge is the perfect place to soothe your frayed nerves and rest your tired souls. As you walk into this roof-top lounge bar, the blue open sky fans out like an umbrella. The evening sky is mellow and the gentle breeze lures you to forget the congested urban jostling typical of central Kolkata.
Jul 23, 2021, at 10:26 pm
Neha Mittal is a woman with a “never-say-die” spirit. In the pandemic, when she saw people struggling for medical devices who were unable to get them because of their high pricing, she sought to provide helping hands to not just one or two but millions out there.
West Bengal HS (Class 12) results declared, 97.69% pass percentage recorded
Jul 23, 2021, at 01:29 am
Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) on Thursday announced the results of this year's Higher Secondary (HS- Class 12 board) examination with a record 97.69% pass percentage for the first time.
Globally acclaimed modern Indian bistro Farzi Café now in Kolkata
Jul 22, 2021, at 11:49 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Farzi Café, the fun-filled modern Indian bistro from Massive Restaurants, opened its doors in Kolkata recently.
Jul 22, 2021, at 06:49 pm
Journalist-author Anshul Chaturvedi's book on Swami Vivekananda, titled The Vivekananda Handbook for Everyday Living, was officially launched on Jun 28 this year. Days after it was launched, Chaturvedi spoke about the book in a candid conversation at The Write Circle Special, organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation and presented by Shree Cement. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings some excerpts
Looking anew at urban planning
Jul 21, 2021, at 10:08 pm
As temperatures rise and global warming is a ‘hot’ topic, literally, cities need to implement adaptive strategies that are responsive to local circumstances to mitigate the climate crisis, writes Steve Fox
HDFC Bank launches 'Covid Crisis Support Scholarship'
Jul 20, 2021, at 11:18 pm
Mumbai/UNI: HDFC Bank on Tuesday launched the 'Covid Crisis Support Scholarship' for students who have been impacted by Covid19; the scholarship is part of Parivartan, HDFC Bank’s umbrella for social responsibility.
Jul 20, 2021, at 10:12 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) on Tuesday morning announced the results of Madhyamik (Class 10 board) examination 2021 with a record 100% pass percentage for the first time ever.