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'Had Indira Gandhi been alive, I would've asked her why PoK was not taken back in Simla Agreement': Himanta Biswa Sarma | India's stand demanding vacation of Pak-occupied Kashmir unchanged: MEA | PM Modi visits Adampur Air Base days after Operation Sindoor | Jammu and Kashmir: Three Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Shopian | US: Two Indian students die in road mishap in Pennsylvania | Air India, IndiGo cancel flights to 7 airports located in several border cities as safety measure | US, China agree to pause tariff war for 90 days, will slash reciprocal duties by 115 percent | India struck Malir Cantonment in Karachi: IAF's big revelation on Operation Sindoor | Nuclear blackmailing will not be tolerated, Operation Sindoor not over: PM Modi in address to nation | Military bases, equipment, systems operational, ready for next mission if required: Armed Forces on Operation Sindoor

Arunima Ghosh launches Chowman's The Great Asian Food Festival

May 13, 2025, at 06:01 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film actress Arunima Ghosh has recently launched Chowman's The Great Asian Food Festival offering delicacies from five other countries other than China.

West Bengal Dance Group Federation felicitates Mamata Shankar on World Dance Day

May 13, 2025, at 05:29 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The West Bengal Dance Group Federation celebrated the World Dance Day with a felicitation ceremony of the Padma Shri winner Mamata Shankar, along with a Bihu dance from Assam and eleven other dance performances as well last month.

After years of rivalry, Sam Altman says he wants to be friends with Elon Musk

May 10, 2025, at 11:27 pm

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has waived white flags, urging Elon Musk to be friends with him after years of rivalry and heated exchanges on social media.

Sona College of Technology breaks new ground in BTech placements with over 100 securing ₹10 lakh salary package offers

May 09, 2025, at 04:47 pm

Salem: The Sona College of Technology has achieved a major milestone in the first phase of campus placements for its BTech graduating class of 2025, with 82 per cent students securing job offers in core engineering disciplines—including Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil—as well as new-age specialisations such as Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Analytics and Data Science.

India at the Met Gala 2025: SRK, Kiara among others lead a dazzling cultural showcase

May 06, 2025, at 03:19 pm

It’s that time of the year again—and this time, India made its mark. At the Met Gala 2025, Indian stars didn’t just walk the red carpet, they made bold cultural statements through their fashion.

IIT Guwahati hosts Japanese delegation, deeper cooperation in education, research discussed

May 05, 2025, at 07:43 pm

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati hosted the Japanese delegation led by House of Representatives Speaker Fukushiro Nukaga, when collaboration in research and other sectors was discussed.

Microsoft's Skype to end its journey today

May 05, 2025, at 02:33 pm

Microsoft-owned communication platform Skype will end its journey on Monday, ending its two-decade run when people used the medium to connect across the globe.

Emotional support is crucial for healing the elderly people, says Sound N Mind Foundation co-founder Debashish Das

May 05, 2025, at 11:20 am

Debashish Das is a mindfulness-based emotional wellness practitioner with a distinctive perspective shaped by his multifaceted background. Born in Shillong, Debashish's professional journey has traversed the fields of medicine and information technology, equipping him with deep insights into the complexities of the human mind. These experiences inspired him to co-found the Sound N Mind Foundation with Sourish Choudhury, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing its mission. He is currently fully devoted to the foundation’s Elderly Care Emotional Companionship Program, where he combines his expertise and compassion to offer meaningful emotional support to senior citizens. Communication expert Subhojit Roy caught up with him for a quick chat. Excerpts:

Elon Musk's Starbase will soon become the new city in Texas

May 04, 2025, at 07:48 pm

Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk on Saturday won a major vote when people in South Texas gave him the mandate to establish Starbase as a city.

Understanding the Online-to-Door Car Delivery Model with ACKO Drive

May 01, 2025, at 01:22 pm

Over the years, buying a car has seen a significant change. Gone are the days when a car buyer visited several dealerships to negotiate the price for hours. Nowadays, an increasing number of buyers look to an online-to-door car delivery model, which lets buyers conveniently and efficiently purchase a car from the comfort of their home.

Young Leaders Forum organises the 6th edition of the Pride of Bengal awards

Apr 30, 2025, at 04:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The Young Leaders Forum of Indian Chamber of Commerce organised the sixth edition of the YLF Pride of Bengal Awards last week, to honour personalities of Bengal from the fields of music, film, fashion, business and sports.

Home Office to Guest Room - Creating a Perfect Harmony

Apr 30, 2025, at 01:33 pm

In today's fast-paced world, our homes have become multi-functional spaces. From being a place of work to a sanctuary for relaxation, our living spaces need to adapt to our ever-changing needs. One of the most challenging yet smart transformations is turning your home office into a guest room, creating a perfect harmony between functionality and comfort. If you are someone who likes to use your space intelligently yet not lose the chic vibe, We are here to help you with some Home Office ideas to achieve this transformation seamlessly. Let's explore how you can create the ideal blend of a home office and a welcoming guest room.

India AI push: Infosys launches Topaz AI suite to accelerate SAP S/4HANA Cloud transformation

Apr 29, 2025, at 10:21 pm

Bengaluru: IT services giant Infosys on Tuesday announced the rollout of Infosys Topaz, a new suite of artificial intelligence (AI) tools aimed at accelerating business transformation journeys to SAP S/4HANA Cloud.

Tata Group-owned Tanishq relaunches grand store in Kolkata's Camac Street

Apr 29, 2025, at 07:09 pm

Tanishq, a jewellery retail brand from the house of Tata, has expanded its retail footprint with the relaunch of its grand store on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya in Camac Street, Kolkata.

Mia by Tanishq opens new store in Kolkata's Baghajatin

Apr 28, 2025, at 05:44 pm

Jewellery brand Mia by Tanishq has launched its latest store in Baghajatin area in south Kolkata.

US: Bharatanatyam dancer Urjani De enthrals audience in Philadelphia

Apr 26, 2025, at 08:12 pm

A spellbinding evening of spiritual fervor and artistic brilliance unfolded at the Bharatiya Temple in Philadelphia, as acclaimed U.S.-based Bharatanatyam dancer Urjani De took center stage in a mesmerizing performance that left the audience awestruck recently at Philadelphia, USA.

Kolkata hosts 16th edition of Swayam Siddha

Apr 26, 2025, at 07:42 pm

Rotary Club of Calcutta Metro City hosted the 16th edition of Swayam Siddha at the Satyajit Ray Auditorium.

Hyundai launches Center of Excellence at IIT Delhi to drive battery innovation and future mobility research

Apr 24, 2025, at 11:11 pm

New Delhi: Hyundai Motor Group on Wednesday announced the launch of the Hyundai Center of Excellence (Hyundai CoE) for future mobility technologies at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, marking a significant step towards advancing electric mobility and battery system innovation in India.

Hyundai launches Center of Excellence at IIT Delhi to drive battery innovation and future mobility research

Apr 24, 2025, at 10:34 pm

New Delhi: Hyundai Motor Group on Wednesday announced the launch of the Hyundai Center of Excellence (Hyundai CoE) for future mobility technologies at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, marking a significant step towards advancing electric mobility and battery system innovation in India.

Urjani De enthrals audience at Philadelphia’s Bharatiya Temple with a spellbinding Bharatanatyam performance

Apr 24, 2025, at 10:02 pm

Philadelphia (US): A spellbinding evening of spiritual fervour and artistic brilliance unfolded at the Bharatiya Temple in Philadelphia, as acclaimed U.S.-based Bharatanatyam dancer Urjani De took centre stage in a mesmerizing performance that left the audience awestruck recently at Philadelphia, USA.

'Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke' concert enthrals music lovers in Kolkata

Apr 23, 2025, at 06:45 pm

Kolkata's Science City Auditorium recently witnessed a musical celebration, 'Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke: Nabo Borsher Maha Jalsha', marking 25 years of Aurko and 15 years of Alive India.

The Sona Story: The Textile to Tech Journey of Chettiar Industrialist C. Valliappa

Apr 23, 2025, at 11:08 am

In an era when business leaders are often known for their unicorns and startups, The Sona Story by Chitra Narayanan chronicles the less-sung but extraordinary legacy of C. Valliappa—a third-generation Chettiar entrepreneur who shaped institutions and industries through resilience, reinvention, and a unique blend of Vyaparam (business) and Dharmam (philanthropy).

Best Online Coaching for CAT 2025 in India

Apr 21, 2025, at 01:08 pm

Common Admission Test (CAT) is one of the competitive entrance tests for management aspirants in India. It is a gateway to several prestigious management institutes like IIMS and top B-schools like FMS Delhi, MDI Gurgaon, and SPJIMR Mumbai. Lakhs of students register for this test, but only 2% of them get into IIMS. 

Sam Altman says ChatGPT politeness costs ‘tens of millions’ — but worth it

Apr 20, 2025, at 08:33 pm

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has revealed that users saying "please" and "thank you" to ChatGPT is costing the company tens of millions of dollars — but he doesn’t mind.

IISc scientists propose ₹500 cr plan to develop angstrom-scale chips using 2D materials

Apr 20, 2025, at 05:39 pm

New Delhi: A team of 30 scientists from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has submitted a proposal to the government to develop angstrom-scale semiconductor chips—dramatically smaller than those currently being produced worldwide.

YouTube Music adds a feature that makes liking music easier

Apr 20, 2025, at 12:22 am

A new feature has been added to YouTube Music that will surely draw the attention and appreciation of users.

In crust you trust: Pizzeria Paradiso in Washington DC’s Georgetown is mood-lifter

Apr 18, 2025, at 02:33 pm

Pizzeria Paradiso at Georgetown  - 3282 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007- is a DC institution known for its wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas with a focus on high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.

Kolkata and Bengal may soon become the grooming ground for sustainability professionals

Apr 16, 2025, at 06:55 pm

Kolkata and Bengal may soon become the grooming ground for sustainability professionals for organisations across the world if things move the way it has been envisaged Manchester (UK)-based Economy Solution Group, a leading research-based consulting firm.

Of Paris, a chronic pain and a pivotal friendship: Frida Kahlo meets Mary Reynolds at the Art Institute of Chicago

Apr 16, 2025, at 05:46 pm

An exhibition titled "Frida Kahlo’s Month in Paris: A Friendship with Mary Reynolds" from Mar 29 to Jul 13 at the Art Institute of Chicago is the highlight of the cultural calendar in the American city, showcasing their connection and artistic works. Do not miss it if y0u are in the windy city any time soon, says Sujoy Dhar

Mimi Chakraborty unveils Tanishq's new collection on Poila Boishakh

Apr 15, 2025, at 07:52 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film star Mimi Chakraborty has unveiled Tanishq's new collection- named Konkon Kotha- on the occasion of Poila Boishakh and Akshaya Tritiya.