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CBI to conduct polygraph test on RG Kar Hospital ex-principal Sandip Ghosh in Kolkata rape-murder case | Vinesh Phogat accuses Delhi Police of withdrawing women wrestlers' security, cops deny charge | 'Fast track courts, exemplary punishments': Mamata Banerjee writes to PM Modi on rising rape cases in India | Amid outrage over RG Kar case, married woman raped at gunpoint in Bengal's Bolpur; accused arrested | RG Kar rape-murder: Supreme Court asks protesters to resume work, bars Mamata govt from stopping peaceful protests | Why was the crime scene not secured? Supreme Court's tough question for Bengal govt in RG Kar case | RG Kar: Haven't seen a case like this in 30 years, Bengal not following criminal procedure code, says Supreme Court | Poor people cannot be left in lurch: Supreme Court urges doctors protesting against RG Kar case to resume work | We need strong laws, severest punishments, not empty promises: Abhishek Banerjee amid demand for justice in RG Kar case | Kolkata doctor rape-murder: Bengal govt accepts list of students' demands, cancels Sandip Ghosh's appointment

India celebrates 69th Independence Day

Aug 15, 2015, at 03:55 pm

New Delhi/Mumbai/Kolkata/Chennai, Aug 15 (IBNS) From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, millions of Indians remembered freedom fighters as the country celebrated its 69th Independence Day on Saturday.

Inorbit Mall promotes entrepreneurship in women

Aug 14, 2015, at 12:14 am

Mumbai, Aug 13 (IBNS) Inorbit Malls concluded their unique “Pink Power” initiative on Thursday at their Malad Mall with Former Miss India winner and actress Pooja Chopra as guest of honour.

Judge me by my karma: Amish Tripathi

Aug 13, 2015, at 07:32 pm

One of the best-selling contemporary writers, Amish (Tripathi) is often regarded as India's first literary pop-star. In Kolkata for the release of his latest book, Scion of Ikshvaku, Amish (who chooses to do away with his surname Tripathi) opens up about his love for religion and mythology with TWF correspondent Sudipto Maity

PC Jeweller launches 'Jewels For Less' scheme on I-Day

Aug 13, 2015, at 04:43 am

Kolkata, Aug 12 (IBNS): Jewellery brand PC Jeweller has announced the launch of the popular Jewel for Less Scheme (JFL Scheme) for its existing and potential customers spread across the country.

Mahindra Group hands over 3784 toilets under Swachh Bharat Program

Aug 12, 2015, at 04:07 am

Mumbai, Aug 11 (IBNS): In the first week of August 2015, the Mahindra Group successfully implemented its promised Swachh Bharat:Swachh Vidyalaya (SBSV) program when it completed construction of toilet blocks in schools at 1171 locations earmarked for this purpose by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD).

RED BANDSTAND Azaadi Festival concludes with rocking performances

Aug 12, 2015, at 01:08 am

Kolkata, Aug 11 (IBNS) : 93.5 RED FM’s magnificent presentation to revolutionize the Bangla rock music—‘RED BANDSTAND Azaadi Festival’ culminated in a grand way this weekend.

Story hosts story-telling session for visually impaired kids

Aug 11, 2015, at 03:37 am

Kolkata, Aug 10 (IBNS): Story-teller's club welcomed visually impaired students from Premasree home on Aug 2 at the flagship store of STORY, in Kolkata.

Raima Sen launches Thai Luxury Spa in Kolkata

Aug 09, 2015, at 03:19 am

Kolkata, Aug 8 (IBNS): Actress Raima Sen recently launched the Thai Luxury Spa in Kolkata.

Kolkata restaurant celebrates Festival of Bites

Aug 07, 2015, at 03:46 am

Kolkata, August 6 (IBNS): Kebab-e-Que, a restaurant popular for its melt-in-mouth kebabs, hosted the Festival of Bites on Thursday.

SBI Life supports differently abled children in Kolkata

Aug 06, 2015, at 08:13 pm

Kolkata, Aug 6 (IBNS): Taking its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative to newer heights, SBI Life has extended a helping hand by contributing towards the construction of a Hydrotherapy project of Alakendu Bodh Niketan Residential at Kolkata to support differently abled children.

A den of my own

Aug 06, 2015, at 06:56 pm

Much joking and rib-tickling go on about the 'den', a man's preferred refuge in the house. But have a heart; men too need their cosy nook and seclusion to let the hair down and let loose the creative juice, discovers Pramita Bose

Real estate, now all for 'green buildings and living'

Aug 06, 2015, at 06:49 pm

Kolkata, Aug 5 (IBNS): The concept of construction of 'green buildings' is the flag-bearer of sustainable development movement in the real estate sector.

Kolkatans now spoilt for fish delicacies in specialty chains

Aug 06, 2015, at 05:35 pm

Kolkata, Aug 6 (IBNS) Reaffirming the Kolkatans' love for fish, premium national restaurant chains now serve lip-smacking fish delicacies on a platter amidst the pitter patter of rains in the eastern city.

Quikr ropes in Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador

Aug 06, 2015, at 12:03 am

Bangalore, Aug 5 (IBNS): Quikr, a cross category classifieds business, on Wednesday announced that Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has been chosen as one of the official brand ambassadors of the online classifieds platform.

Sachin Tendulkar launches Smaash in Hyderabad

Aug 05, 2015, at 09:59 pm

Hyderabad, Aug 5 (IBNS): Smaaash Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., on Wednesday celebrated the launch of its sports-centric immersive and interactive entertainment and gaming centre ‘Smaash’ at Inorbit mall in Hyderabad in the presence of former Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar.

Bollywood couple Raina, Sachiin Joshi's Big Brother Foundation enters Limca Book of Records

Aug 03, 2015, at 10:48 pm

Mumbai, Aug 3 (IBNS): Bollywood couple Raina and Sachiin Joshi's Big Brother Foundation entered Limca Book of Records on July 31.

India dedicates Sunday to celebrate Friendship Day

Aug 02, 2015, at 06:58 pm

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IBNS): India dedicated this Sunday to friends as it joined the rest of the world in celebrating Friendship Day.

Radio Michi celebrates 50th anniversary of introduction of Feluda

Aug 02, 2015, at 01:37 am

Kolkata, Aug 1 (IBNS): This year happens to be the 50th anniversary of the introduction Feluda – the master creation of writer-director Satyajit Ray, one of the finest and most popular detectives in fiction.

FFace calendar celebrates success party in Kolkata

Jul 30, 2015, at 10:55 pm

Kolkata, July 30 (IBNS): Neil Roy, a founder-owner of Fame Fashion and Creative Excellence (Fface), hosted a party to celebrate the success of "FFace Calendar 2015" in Kolkata.

Gallery Sanskriti celebrates flower power

Jul 30, 2015, at 05:15 am

'Flower Power' is a unique exploration into the softness of the 70's peace and love era when joy and vibrancy were not just a celebration, but a way of life. A one-of-its-kind thematic teapot show in the country, hosted by Gallery Sanskriti, Kolkata, 'Flower Power' is focused on the naturalness of a simple flower and tea-drinking, infusing the two, into festive ceramic kettles.

Red FM hosts new musical show Bandstand Azaadi festival

Jul 29, 2015, at 04:44 am

Kolkata, July 28 (IBNS): 93.5 Red FM, a popular radio stations of the city, has initiated a new musical journey called Red Bandstand Azaadi Festival.

Renault India signs Ranbir Kapoor as brand ambassador

Jul 28, 2015, at 12:08 am

New Delhi, July 27 (IBNS): Automobile manufacturer Renault India has announced Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor as its brand ambassador.

Real estate, now all for 'green buildings and living'

Jul 27, 2015, at 07:53 pm

Kolkata, Jul 27 (IBNS): The concept of construction of 'green buildings' is the flag-bearer of sustainable development movement in the real estate sector and realtors in eastern India are taking a call.

Starmark to launch Ranjan Bandyopadhyay's new book next week

Jul 25, 2015, at 10:06 pm

Kolkata, Jul 24 (IBNS) Popular lifestyle store Starmark, in association with Patra Bharati, will host the launch of Ranjan Bandyopadhyay's Pransakha Vivekananda (Part 3), a Bengali novel based on Swami Vivekananda's life at its Quest Mall outlet in Kolkata on July 28.

Kolkata hosts Rakhi Haat festival

Jul 25, 2015, at 04:08 am

Kolkata, July 24 (IBNS): Actress Richa Sharma recently unveiled a lifestyle exhibition called Rakhi Haat in Kolkata recently.

Mahindra launches New Thar CRDe

Jul 24, 2015, at 03:31 am

Nasik, July 23 (IBNS): Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.), India's leading SUV manufacturer, on Thursday unveiled the New Thar CRDe, its popular true blue off-roader.

Mondelez introduces India's first aerated chocolate

Jul 23, 2015, at 06:40 pm

Kolkata, Jul 23 (IBNS): Mondelez India Foods Private Limited, a part of Mondelez International, the global snacking and food company, recently announced the launch of a new entrant under Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk Bubbly, a new chocolate bar brimming with 'bubble inside and bubble outside'.

Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited launches Colgate Total Charcoal Deep Clean

Jul 22, 2015, at 04:21 am

Mumbai, July 21 (IBNS): Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, the market leader in Oral Care, has launched an oral care solution which the company claimed cleans and protects 100 percent of the mouth surfaces.

Adlabs Imagica experiences cross culture with 46th International Physics Olympiad

Jul 22, 2015, at 04:18 am

Mumbai, July 21 (IBNS): Theme park Adlabs Imagica recently hosted 500 students from90 countries as a part of the 46th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO).

Max Life Insurance launches 3 albums featuring i-genius Young Singing Stars Season 1 winners

Jul 22, 2015, at 04:11 am

New Delhi, July 21 (IBNS): Max Life Insurance, a leading life insurance company, has launched the winners' albums of the inaugural season of 'i-genius Young Singing Stars' in association with Universal Music Group.