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ManipalCigna Health Insurance on-boards actor Manoj Bajpayee as Brand Ambassador

Oct 11, 2022, at 11:28 pm

Mumbai: ManipalCigna Health Insurance Company Limited, on Tuesday announced the appointment of Padma Shri awardee actor Manoj Bajpayee as its brand ambassador. 

toothsi signs Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma as brand ambassadors

Oct 11, 2022, at 03:39 am

Kolkata: Smile makeover brand, toothsi, has signed actor Anushka Sharma and her cricketer husband Virat Kohli as brand ambassadors to promote and encourage the adoption of new-age teeth straightening clear aligners.

Jammu and Kashmir: 4-year-old girl enters 'India Book of Records'

Sep 29, 2022, at 09:46 pm

Jammu and Kashmir tasted its moment of pride when a four-year-old girl entered the  ‘India Book of Records’ in three different categories.

Why Backpacking Is the Best Way for Millennials to Travel

Sep 27, 2022, at 07:53 pm

Travel has a notorious reputation for being expensive, disconnecting and time consuming. At the same time, millennials have an equally notorious reputation for being kinda poor, plugged in, and unable to take time off from work. So how is it that millennials are some of the most well-traveled people in modern history? How have we managed to take the traditional ways of travel and turn them on their heads? The answer: backpacking.

ITC’s Sunrise Spices collaborates with women bikers in Kolkata to commence Durga Puja festivities

Sep 27, 2022, at 04:24 am

Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Ltd.’s Sunrise Spices organised a city-wide all-women bike rally to commence the celebration of Durga Puja festivities in Kolkata.

Madhumita Sarcar features in music video to launch pujo collection of Senco Gold and Diamonds

Sep 26, 2022, at 11:48 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali actor Madhumita Sarcar last week unveiled the pujo collection of Senco Gold and Diamonds' Everlite with a music video, which showcased her mesmerising look.

Radio Ceylon: The Lankan queen of airwaves

Sep 24, 2022, at 11:57 pm

Away from the world of social media and internet, there was a time when listening to Radio Ceylon was part of everyday entertainment in several South Asian countries. Radio Ceylon had actually thrown a big challenge to All India Radio in terms of popularity. Supriyo Hazra journeys through the memory lane at the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation building in Colombo recently.

Sri Lankan people have always been friendly, supportive and welcoming: Indian restauranter Viraj Panchal

Sep 24, 2022, at 09:52 pm

After arriving in Sri Lanka, Indian businessman Viraj Panchal fell in love with the Island Nation and expanded his business here. He is also running one of the most popular restaurants in Colombo city- Mango Tree. IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra catches up to know his journey in Sri Lanka so far. Excerpts:

Bacardi NH7 Weekender returns to Pune in November

Sep 24, 2022, at 05:51 am

New Delhi/IBNS: After successfully organising this year's BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender, NODWIN Gaming and BACARDÍ are all set to launch another edition of India’s ‘happiest multi-genre music festival’ in Pune, from Nov 25-27.

Wedding Destination gaining boost in Jammu and Kashmir

Sep 24, 2022, at 04:31 am

Srinagar: The situation in Jammu and Kashmir is becoming normal once again with even destination weddings happening in the Valley, giving the region a much-needed boost.

Kolkata gets liquor delivery app Dooze for 'fast, hassle-free' booze at-home

Sep 23, 2022, at 03:55 am

Kolkata/IBNS: With the onset of the festive season, consumers in Kolkata have another reason to celebrate with the launch of Dooze, an alcohol delivery app that promises fast and convenient home delivery of beers, wines, and spirits.

Buyers Guide: The Best Camera Phone To Get In Budget

Sep 21, 2022, at 04:49 pm

In developing countries like India, when it comes to purchasing a best camera smartphone, people look for the phone under 20000 with a powerful battery, fingerprint sensors, multi-tasking processor, HD camera quality with automated sensors, and so on. This price point is easy on the pocket and hence, more attractive to buyers. Smartphones under ₹20,000 occupy the mid-budget section. There are many companies in the market that deal with this mid-budget range. Many leading companies like Xiaomi, Realme, Samsung, Oneplus, and so on have significantly amped up their mid-budget mobile phone production to cater to a vast population. So, if you plan to buy a smartphone under ₹20,000 with the best camera quality and advanced specifications, here are our top choices:

Gearing up for sports

Sep 20, 2022, at 11:48 pm

As the shadow of the pandemic slowly subsides, people are coming out in hordes to indulge in outdoor activities. That spells a good omen for the sports gear market which had shrunk in the recent past, Anju Munshi reports

Delhi restaurant set to offer '56inch Modi Ji' Thali on PM's birthday

Sep 17, 2022, at 07:02 am

A restaurant in Delhi will offer a special mega thali dedicated to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday on September 17.

Suicides in India: A Silent Killer

Sep 05, 2022, at 11:45 pm

In 2003, 10th September was chosen to be celebrated as World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD). In collaboration with World Health Organization (WHO), the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) uses this day to create awareness that suicide leading to premature deaths can be prevented. This article aims to present the overall picture relating to suicides happening in India.

Frisky shades of grey

Sep 04, 2022, at 01:42 am

Who says ‘Grey’ means only dull and thus metaphorically, old? The colour is now trending, whether celebrating silver strands in seniors and young alike , or in fashion accessories, finds Anju Munshi

Debjani Chattopadhyay, Sujoy Prosad Chattopadhyay to hold exhibition Parab ahead of Durga Puja

Aug 31, 2022, at 07:54 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Actors Debjani Chattopadhyay and interdisciplinary artist Sujoy Prosad Chattopadhyay will be conducting an exhibition, titled Parab, in Kolkata ahead of the Durga Puja.

Kolkata: Soft skill training academy Success Scholar hosts sit and draw contest

Aug 31, 2022, at 07:11 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based soft skill training academy Success Scholar recently hosted a Sit and Draw competition in the city's Lake Gardens in a joint collaboration with Jodhpur Pragati Sangha Club.

Kashmir University students host Sufi Festival to pay tribute to Hazrat Baba Bulleh Shah

Aug 28, 2022, at 04:23 am

Srinagar: The department of student welfare of the Kashmir University recently paid tributes to Hazrat Baba Bulleh Shah by hosting a grand Sufi festival.

Sourav Ganguly to feature in Senco Gold & Diamonds' new campaign promoting DG Gold

Aug 28, 2022, at 03:39 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Jewellery retailer Senco Gold & Diamonds has announced the launch of a new campaign starring Indian cricket board (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly for its online gold transaction platform named DG Gold.

Miss India World 2022 Sini Shetty graces Tissot Watch event in Kolkata

Aug 26, 2022, at 05:19 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Femina Miss India World 2022 Sini Shetty showcased Tissot's PRX 35 mm watch in Kolkata Friday.

Checklist For Purchasing A Brand New Toyota Innova In 2022

Aug 23, 2022, at 04:53 pm

When you are thinking of investing in a car as grand as a Toyota Innova, it is important to know what you really want. Consider all your options and then decide what is best for your money. One of the ways to ensure you are covering all you require is to make a list. Here is a list for you that you can refer to when you are thinking of buying a brand new Toyota Innova. 

'You don't know what it is to be lonely', says Ratan Tata as he invests in elderly companionship startup

Aug 21, 2022, at 03:54 am

Mumbai/IBNS: "You don't know what it is to be lonely, until you spend time alone wishing for companionship."

Union Bank of India associates with Milind Soman for 2nd edition of Unity Run from Jhansi to Delhi

Aug 08, 2022, at 11:45 pm

Mumbai: Union Bank of India along with actor Milind Soman on Monday, flagged off the 2nd edition of ‘The Unity Run’ from the Bank’s headquarters at Mumbai.

Bengali singer Silajit to perform in Hard Rock Cafe Kolkata this weekend

Aug 05, 2022, at 09:25 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Popular Bengali singer Silajit will be performing a gig in Hard Rock Cafe, Kolkata this Sunday.

Jammu and Kashmir: Govt hosts Buyer-Seller Meet to promote Kashmiri art

Aug 03, 2022, at 03:26 pm

Srinagar: A Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM) was organised on Saturday by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry in association with Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) in a bid to uplift the condition of artisans in the country.

Jammu and Kashmir: Theatre group Vomdedh conducts talent hunt to promote Kashmiri culture

Aug 01, 2022, at 04:24 pm

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir-based theatre group Vomedh recently hosted  a talent hunt in collaboration with the central university under project Pagah to promote Kashmiri culture and language.

Know how these Tollywood stars like to decorate homes

Jul 30, 2022, at 08:37 pm

Amid their busy working schedule, Tollywood stars make some time out to concentrate on decorating their homes which are undoubtedly the closest space for them.

Indian Council for Cultural Relations to award restaurants promoting Indian cuisine abroad

Jul 28, 2022, at 05:43 am

The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), with the purpose of recognising restaurants abroad that have made outstanding contributions to the promotion of Indian cuisine, plans to award Annapurna Certificate.

Athleisure apparel market rides on physical fitness awareness during pandemic: Ujjawal Asthana

Jul 27, 2022, at 03:50 pm

Athleisure is a term to describe hybrid clothing, designed to be suitable both for exercise and everyday wear. With people becoming more conscious about staying fit and healthy these days, the demand for Athleisure is growing. IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra catches up with Ujjawal Asthana, co-founder, Zymrat, to know about the future of the segment and his company. Excerpts:

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