Victorinox celebrates 25th anniversary of Victorinox watches

Aug 22, 2014, at 09:10 pm

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS) Karl Elsener had laid the cornerstone in 1884 for a local company which has gone from a cutler' workshop to a global group. The brand name "Victorinox" is a portmanteau word: it combines the first name of the founder's mother, Victoria, with "inox", the international term for stainless steel. The Victorinox "Swiss Army Knife" is legendary.

India's own e-zine dedicated to the global luxury launched

Aug 22, 2014, at 08:17 pm

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS): India's very own e-zine with curated content, dedicated to global luxury and fine living, was launched recently and can be accessed now at www.theluxecafe.com

Sanjeev Kapoor's restaurant to open 25 outlets by 2015

Aug 21, 2014, at 11:14 pm

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IBNS): Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's The Yellow Chilli restaurant is all set to open 25 more outlets in India and abroad by 2015.

Monica inaugurates Glamzon Salon in Kolkata

Aug 21, 2014, at 06:01 am

Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS): Glam Nails, an exclusive nail art studio, launched its new outlet 'Glamzon Salon' at AMP Vaisaakkhi Mall in Kolkata's Salt Lake area on Wednesday.

Kolkata hosts Looms Weaves and More exhibition

Aug 21, 2014, at 04:36 am

Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS) Looms Weaves and More, an exclusive exhibition of natural fibers and jewellery, curated by team Aesthetique was back with its second edition at the Kolkata Ice Skating Rink showcasing the finest of fabrics, textiles, arts and crafts of India ranging from sarees, pret wear, artifacts, home linen, jute diversified products and other accessories.

Cambridge University offers PhD on chocolate

Aug 18, 2014, at 08:41 pm

London, Aug 18 (IBNS) Chocolate lovers can now get an unique oppurtunity indulge their sweet tooth by pursuing a 'PhD on chocolate' at Cambridge University in England.

Ruchi Soya signs Madhuri Dixit as the brand ambassador

Aug 15, 2014, at 04:28 am

Mumbai, Aug 14 (IBNS): FMCG company Ruchi Soya Industries Limited (Ruchi Soya) has signed popular actress Madhuri Dixit as the brand ambassador for its brand 'Mahakosh'.

Most adults need to double fruit and vegetable intake: Research

Aug 12, 2014, at 07:45 pm

Kolkata, Aug 12 (IBNS) New research published in the September issue of the British Journal of Nutrition and featured in the just released Global Phytonutrient Report highlights a significant shortfall in fruit and vegetable consumption in people’s diets around the world.

McDonald's expands menu with Saucy Wraps

Aug 12, 2014, at 01:49 am

Mumbai, Aug 11 (IBNS): Hardcastle Restaurants Private Limited (HRPL), a Master Franchisee for west & south India operations of McDonald's and a subsidiary of Westlife Development Limited, a company listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange announced the launch of its new Saucy Wraps.

Google Doodle celebrates Perseid Meteor Shower

Aug 11, 2014, at 04:55 pm

New Delhi, Aug 11 (IBNS): As it is time again to witness the most vibrant meteor showers rule the sky, popular search engine Google on Monday dedicated its home page to celebrate Perseid Meteor Shower.

Priyanka Chopra inspires teenage girls to aim high with UNICEF

Aug 11, 2014, at 04:48 am

Chandrapur, Aug 10 (IBNS) Bollywood actress and UNICEF India Ambassador Priyanka Chopra met with young women at Chandrapur to mark International Youth Day and to witness how their lives are being transformed through the Building Young Futures programme, which is run in partnership with Barclays.

Howrah school celebrates Munshi Premchand's birth aniversary

Aug 10, 2014, at 10:50 pm

Howrah, Liluah, Aug 4 (IBNS): Agrasain Balika Siksha Sadan, a school located in Howrah, celebrated 134th birth anniversary of novelist Munshi Premchand at the school premise recently.

Raksha Bandhan: Brothers and sisters exchange love in India

Aug 10, 2014, at 06:51 pm

New Delhi/Kolkata, Aug 10 (IBNS): India on Sunday celebrated Raksha Bandhan with sisters tying Rakhis (sacred threads) on their brothers' wrists with prayers and love, in exchange of promises for their safety and protection.

Foodhall presents an All American Food Fiesta

Aug 09, 2014, at 10:35 pm

New Delhi/Mumbai, Aug 9 (IBNS) Give your taste buds a treat and discover the diverse spectrum of American flavours, as premium lifestyle food destination Foodhall from Future Group celebrates an All American Food Fiesta.

Seema Bedi becomes Mrs India Queen 2014 Western Zone Finalist

Aug 09, 2014, at 05:55 am

Mumbai, Aug 8 (IBNS) Model and actress Seema Bedi was on Friday selected as Mrs India Queen 2014 western zone finalist after a tough round of auditions in Mumbai.

Srikanta Acharya's Rabindrasangeet album launched after 11 years

Aug 08, 2014, at 03:06 pm

Kolkata, Aug 8 (IBNS) Picasso Entertainment launched a Rabindrasageet CD titled 'Anek Diner Gaan' by singer Srikanta Acharya on Thursday.

McDonald's launches Happy Meal books

Aug 08, 2014, at 01:53 am

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IBNS): McDonald's India Thursday announced that it will offer books in its Happy Meals at participating restaurants for a two-month period, starting Aug 1. The launch of books in the Happy Meal is part of McDonald’s ongoing commitment to provide its customers with choices and experiences that are in step with the changing consumer lifestyles, while championing children’s happiness and well-being.

Touring 'Hamlet' troupe marks Shakespeare's birth, Security Council's new presidency

Aug 05, 2014, at 04:25 pm

New York, Aug 5 (IBNS) Encompassing political intrigue, obsession and violence, William Shakespeare's tragedy 'Hamlet' is being re-enacted on Monday at the United Nations headquarters in New York by a roving troupe from the renowned Globe Theatre Company from London.

The Biker's Cafe showcases Bikers House Special Menu

Aug 04, 2014, at 03:11 am

Kolkata, Aug 3 (IBNS): The Biker's Café, a cafe themed on the bikers, unveiled their ‘House Special Menu’, a range of selected recipes of all over the globe, here recently.

India celebrates the bond of friendship today

Aug 03, 2014, at 04:48 pm

New Delhi, Aug 3 (IBNS): India dedicated Sunday to friends as the country joined other nations of the world to celebrate the fun and revelry of Friendship Day.

Oudh 1590 celebrates the birthday of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah

Aug 02, 2014, at 09:19 pm

Kolkata, Aug 2 (IBNS):Oudh 1590, India’s period dining restaurant in Kolkata, observed double celebrations when the restaurant’s first anniversary recently coincided with the 192nd birth anniversary of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah, the last ruling Nawab of Awadh.

Nusrat inaugurates fashion exhibition in Kolkata

Aug 02, 2014, at 02:44 am

Kolkata, Aug 1 (IBNS): Rubaru, a fashion exhibition, was inaugurated at the Park Hotel in Kolkata by Tollywood actress Nusrat Jahan and designer Sharbari Dutta recently.

Vh1 celebrates Friendship Day with 'Vh1 Friendstagram'

Aug 02, 2014, at 02:05 am

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IBNS): English channel Vh1 will celebrate Friendship Day with with 'Vh1 Friendstagram', a 4-hour special show dedicated to friendship, love and a lot of selfies.

Tolly stars launch Presto Friendship Bouquet

Aug 01, 2014, at 04:43 pm

Kolkata, Aug 1 (IBNS): Amid presence of glam world people, personalized products brand Presto Personalized Wonders recently launched The Friendship Bouquet, which is a collage of a conical mug, a photo clock, a printable picture plate, a 3D photo crystal, a metal pen and a personalized key ring in a personalized wooden tray, while announcing the winners of their Friendships’ Day Contest at South City Mall in Kolkata.

Kolkata eatery celebrates Awadhi Kebab and Kulcha festival

Jul 30, 2014, at 04:32 am

Kolkata, July 29 (IBNS): As the country celebrates Eid on Tuesday, Metropole Ivory Kitchen added to the mood of festivity by launching Awadhi essence and variety of dishes at the 'Kebab and Kulcha Festival' in Kolkata.

Team Deloitte dons the 'Kitchen Wars' champion's hat

Jul 29, 2014, at 04:25 am

Kolkata, July 28 (IBNS): Team Deloitte has come out as the champion of Kitchen Wars, the first of its kind corporate culinary contest.

Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat & Spa announces special offer

Jul 29, 2014, at 03:50 am

Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS) Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat & Spa announced its participation in 'Book More Get More', the special MICE offer that rewards customers, event planners and corporate entities with a choice of exceptional benefits for booking meetings or events at the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of hotels in India.

Miss America interacts with students

Jul 27, 2014, at 01:14 am

Kolkata, July 26 (IBNS): It is rare opportunity for school students to interact with the Miss America but Friday was one such occasion when the current title holder Nina Davuluri interacted with them in several Indian cities including Kolkata.

Goa Tourism to organize Goa Wedding Show in New Delhi

Jul 26, 2014, at 08:31 pm

Mumbai, July 26 (IBNS): With a wide range of options right from beaches to quaint churches, picture perfect beaches and majestic forts serving as a backdrop for couples to live their dream wedding, the wedding tourism market in Goa is definitely on an upward swing.

Gemstoneuniverse brings Ruby as the stone of the months

Jul 24, 2014, at 06:00 pm

Bangalore, July 24 (IBNS) Gemstoneuniverse has launched the Stone of the month-Ruby for Bangaloreans.