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Narendra Modi describes Poland as key economic partner in Central Europe ahead of his first visit to the country | Power of Bengal govt should not be unleashed on anti-RG Kar rape-murder protesters: Supreme Court | Union Minister Jitendra Singh directs UPSC chief to cancel lateral entry advertisement for recruitment in bureaucracy amid criticisms | Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: SC directs CISF to provide security at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital to enable doctors to resume work | RG Kar: Junior doctors to continue cease work despite Supreme Court's appeal to resume services | Nation can't wait for another rape for a change on ground: Supreme Court amid RG Kar uproar | Maharashtra: Thane witnesses protest after two four-year-old girls sexually abused in school, accused arrested | Supreme Court sets up National Task Force for doctors' safety in hospitals | Why was the delay in filing FIR? Supreme Court raps Mamata govt over RG Kar rape-murder | RG Kar rape-murder: Supreme Court questions Bengal govt over delay in filing FIR

Trailer of 'Jab Tum Kaho' launched

Jan 30, 2016, at 06:16 pm

The trailer of Vikram Shankar's upcoming film, 'Jab Tum Kaho' has been launched. It stars Pravin Dabas and debutante actress Ambalika Sarkar in lead roles.

Kolkata's BDM International celebrates golden jubilee with cultural fiesta

Jan 29, 2016, at 06:53 pm

Kolkata, Jan 29 (IBNS): BDM International, formerly B. D. Memorial Institute affiliated with the CBSE board, observed its gold Anniversary (50th) with a lot of zeal and enthusiasm on Thursday with academicians and movie stars adding verve to a colourful cultural event at the Netaji Indoor Stadium. Images by Sandipan Kar

Hoppipola opens shop in Kolkata

Jan 29, 2016, at 06:35 pm

Kolkata, Jan 29 (IBNS) Making its first foot print in the city of foodies, country's latest hang-out zone Hoppipola now rolls out its sumptuous fare for the Gen Next in Kolkata at the Acropolis Mall. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS

Himesh Reshammiya is back with Teraa Surroor

Jan 29, 2016, at 06:32 pm

Himesh Reshammiya is back with Teraa Surroor along with debutant Farah Karimaee, Naseeruddin Shah, Shekhar Kapur, Monica Dogra, Kabir Bedi, Shernaz Patel. This lethal love story directed by Shawn Arranha is a sequel to Aap Kaa Surroor. The film is all set to release on 11 March 2016.

Narendra Modi taking salute from the NCC cadets

Jan 29, 2016, at 01:28 am

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi inspecting the Guard of Honour, during the Prime Minister's NCC Rally, in New Delhi on January 28, 2016.

Piyush Goyal visits Kolkata

Jan 29, 2016, at 01:16 am

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Power, Coal, New & Renewable Energy Piyush Goyal addressing an interactive session organized by Indian Chamber of Commerce in Kolkata on Thursday (January 28, 2016).

67th Republic Day Parade 2016, in New Delhi on January 26, 2016.

Jan 26, 2016, at 09:06 pm

Smerch Multiple Rocket Launcher System passes through the Rajpath, on the occasion of the 67th Republic Day Parade 2016, in New Delhi on January 26, 2016.

67th Republic Day Parade 2016

Jan 26, 2016, at 08:58 pm

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi arriving at the Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, on the occasion of the 67th Republic Day Parade 2016, in New Delhi on January 26, 2016.

'Kol Taxi' app launched in Kolkata

Jan 26, 2016, at 07:09 pm

Kolkata, Jan 26 (IBNS) To facilitate commuting in Kolkata, Brand Next launched "Kol Taxi", an exclusive app for the yellow taxis, here on Monday. The app is expected to reduce the daily hassles a commuter faces to avail a taxi in the 'City of Joy'. Images by Sounak Choudhury/IBNS

Mr. Francois Hollande inspecting the Guard of Honour

Jan 26, 2016, at 06:45 pm

The President of France, Mr. Francois Hollande being received by the President, Pranab Mukherjee and the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, at the Ceremonial Reception, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on January 25, 2016.

Hakuna Matata in Kolkata woos foodies with global vegan fusion

Jan 25, 2016, at 06:37 pm

Kolkata, Jan 25 (IBNS) Hakuna Matata is a Swahili phrase meaning "No Worries". A Kolkata restaurant in its iconic entertainment hub Park Street now lives up to that spirit, albeit with a platter of fusion global dishes for the vegans as well as non-vegans, not always spoilt for a choice of vegetarian food that can take on the non-veg culinary arsenal.

Ruskin Bond, Abhinav Bindra attend Kolkata Literary Meet

Jan 25, 2016, at 06:14 pm

Writer Ruskin Bond and Olympian Abhinav Bindra attended literary sessions at the ongoing Tata Steel Kolkata Literary Meet. Bond is seen speaking with Jayant Kripalani on Reading And a Child's Imagination while Olympic on Sunday (Jan 24, 2016) while Gold Medalist and ace shooter Abhinav Bindra was seen at a session too.

World Economic Forum: Glimpses

Jan 24, 2016, at 08:01 pm

Japan's Future Economy: Lacqua, Amari, Niinami, Posen. Caption: DAVOS/SWITZERLAND, 23JAN16 - (FLTR) Francine Lacqua, Editor-at-Large and Presenter, Bloomberg Television, United Kingdom, Akira Amari, Minister for Economic Revitalization and Minister for Economic and Fiscal Policy of Japan, Takeshi Niinami, President; Chief Executive Officer; Member of the Board; Representative Director, Suntory Holdings, Japan; Global Agenda Council on Japan and Adam Posen, President Peterson Institute for International Economics, USA, are captured at the Annual Meeting 2016 of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 23, 2016.

Uttar Pradesh celebrates 3-day Pravasi Divas, signs 13 MoUs

Jan 24, 2016, at 06:42 pm

Agra, Jan 24 (IBNS) The youngest chief minister of the most populous state of India, AkhileshYadav, earlier this month inaugurated the first ever three-day Uttar Pradesh Pravasi Divas (UPPD) , a joint venture of the NRI department of Uttar Pradesh government and the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in tune with the week-long Pravasi Bharatiya Divas celebrated by the Government of India in January every year.

Starmark, Patra Bharati hosts launch of Arjun Chakraborty’s book of poems Arjuner Aw Kobita

Jan 24, 2016, at 02:42 am

Kolkata, Jan 23 (IBNS): Popular lifestyle store of Kolkata Starmark, in association with Patra Bharati, hosted the launch of actor Arjun Chakraborty’s book of poems, Arjuner Aw Kobita at its South City Mall outlet in the city this week.

Republic Day Parade-2016

Jan 23, 2016, at 10:01 pm

The tableau of Assam passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2016, in New Delhi on January 23, 2016.

Narendra Modi paying floral tribute at Netaji's bust before the launch of the digitised files, in New Delhi

Jan 23, 2016, at 09:41 pm

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi paying floral tribute at Netaji's bust before the launch of the digitised files, in New Delhi on January 23, 2016. The Minister of State for Culture (Independent Charge), Tourism (Independent Charge) and Civil Aviation, Dr. Mahesh Sharma is also seen.

Narendra Modi in Varanasi

Jan 23, 2016, at 03:23 am

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi being presented a memento at the 6th Convocation of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, at Lucknow, in Uttar Pradesh on January 22, 2016. The Union Home Minister, Rajnath Singh is also seen.

Narendra Modi in Varanasi

Jan 23, 2016, at 03:18 am

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi being welcomed on his arrival at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on January 22, 2016.

Infosys Bangalore celebrates the harvest season by organizing Ellu – Bella

Jan 22, 2016, at 09:00 pm

Bangalore, Jan 22 (IBNS): Infosys Bangalore celebrated the harvest season, the festival of Sankranthiby organizing Ellu Bella, an annual folk festival under the flagship of Sirigandha volunteer group. This was the eleventh year of the successful ellubella celebrations.

Kerala invitees tourists to experience ‘God’s Own Country’

Jan 22, 2016, at 04:49 am

Kolkata, Jan 21 (IBNS): Kerala popularly known as ‘God’s Own Country’ is the perfect holiday destination of India; from picturesque landscapes, exciting getaways to rich culture and heritage the state has a lot to showcase.

Prakash Jha visits Kolkata to promote 'Jai Gangaajal'

Jan 21, 2016, at 11:28 pm

Filmmaker Prakash Jha visited Kolkata recently to promote his upcoming film 'Jai Gangaajal' on Wednesday (Jan 20, 2016). The film features actress Priyanka Chopra. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Shiraz hosts Kebab Mela

Jan 21, 2016, at 11:25 pm

Shiraz Hotels Pvt Ltd is currently hosting Kebab Mela in Kolkata from Wednesday (Jan 20, 2016). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS

Kolkata: Moon Moon Sen unveils Shoma A. Chatterji's book

Jan 21, 2016, at 10:58 pm

Kolkata, Jan 21 (IBNS): Actor-turned-politician Moon Moon Sen and her daughters-Riya Sen and Raima Sen- unveiled senior journalist Shoma A. Chatterji's book 'Suchitra Sen The Legend and the Enigma' at lifestyl store Starmark in Kolkata on Wednesday. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS

Upcoming Bengali movie

Jan 21, 2016, at 04:31 pm

Movie shooting coverage and press meet of upcoming Bengali movie "Aguner Pakhi" was held recently in Kolkata. Images by Sounak Choudhury/IBNS

Kolkata hosts special screening of Sandip Ray's Monchora- The Heart Stealer

Jan 20, 2016, at 07:22 pm

Filmmaker Sandip Ray and Eros International Media Ltd. hosted a special screening of the film Monchora- The Heart Stealer in Kolkata on Tuesday (Jan 18, 2016). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS

Narendra Modi visiting the organic product exhibition, in Gangtok

Jan 20, 2016, at 03:26 am

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi visiting the organic product exhibition, in Gangtok on January 19, 2016. The Governor of Sikkim, Shriniwas Dadasaheb Patil is also seen.

Publishers & Booksellers Guild announces partnerships

Jan 19, 2016, at 09:27 pm

Publishers & Booksellers Guild announced “The Valued Partnerships and Associations” with 40th International Kolkata Book Fair in the presence of Ashok Narayan Burman, President, Publishers & Booksellers Guild, Sudhangshu Dey, Director, Publishers & Booksellers Guild, Tridib Chatterjee, General Secretary, Publishers & Booksellers Guild on Monday (Jan 18, 2016). Images by Avishek MItra/IBNS

Sanjiv Goenka announces name of IPL franchise

Jan 19, 2016, at 09:25 pm

Businessman Sanjiv Goenka owned Pune IPL team on Monday (Jan 18, 2016) announced the naming of its franchisee as Rising Pune Supergiants. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS

Vedic Village Spa Resort launches Wellness Vacation

Jan 19, 2016, at 09:24 pm

Chairman and Managing Director Vedic Village Spa Resort Raj K. Modi launched Wellness Vacation in the presence of actress Raima Sen in Kolkata. Images by IBNS