Punjab to host International Punjabi Language Olympiad
Nov 10, 2023, at 07:38 pm
In a significant step towards preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Punjab, the state government has announced the upcoming International Punjabi Language Olympiad. This exciting event is scheduled to take place online on December 9th and 10th, offering a unique opportunity for students to connect with their linguistic roots and explore the beauty of the Punjabi language.
Nov 07, 2023, at 09:34 pm
U.S. Consulate Kolkata in partnership with Prayassam and NGO Amyaa hosted a screening of the Reels created by the participants of Community Youth Hub.
Srinagar Theatre Festival 2023 to begin today
Nov 06, 2023, at 03:38 pm
The National School of Drama (NSD) Repertory Company, in collaboration with J&K Academy of Art, Culture & Languages, will host the Srinagar Theatre Festival 2023 in Srinagar city from November 6 to November 10.
Nov 03, 2023, at 06:37 pm
Jammu and Kashmir's Ghanta Ghar at Lal Chowk witnessed a musical event recently to mark Union Territory's Foundation Day.
Vidya Balan launches Senco Gold & Diamonds' two showrooms in Kolkata
Oct 28, 2023, at 08:28 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Bollywood actress Vidya Balan on Friday launched two new showrooms of Senco Gold & Diamonds in Kolkata.
Jammu and Kashmir: Sufi musical charity show hosted in Srinagar to support artists
Oct 28, 2023, at 08:25 pm
In a bid to support and promote Kashmir's singing talent, Sooz-e-Jaras Sufi musical charity performance was recently hosted at Srinagar’s Zeberwan Park by musical societies in collaboration with the tourism department.
Mimi Chakraborty unveils Tanishq's Durga Puja collection 'Aishani'
Oct 17, 2023, at 08:51 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Actress-MP Mimi Chakraborty unveiled jewellery brand Tanishq's Durga Puja collection 'Aishani' last week.
International Clown Festival by Prabha Khaitan Foundation sets off laugh riot for Kolkata children
Oct 16, 2023, at 12:00 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Laughter, they say, is the best medicine. So when the Kolkata-based Prabha Khaitan Foundation and Education For All Trust under their initiative Muskaan organised the International Clown Festival in the city which is already on a pre-Puja festive gear, it was time to laugh out loud (LOL) for hordes of children who turned up at the event.
You'll Never Look at Social Media the Same Way After Using Khul Ke!
Oct 12, 2023, at 05:30 pm
In a crowded world of social media platforms competing for our attention, one India-centric app is poised to stand out and revolutionize how we engage with the digital ecosystem. The recently launched Khul Ke app is a game-changer that promises to make you forget about the rest. It aims to become the leading social media app, entirely Made in India.
Oct 07, 2023, at 03:07 am
New Delhi/New York/IBNS: UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell concluded a four-day visit to India on Friday to highlight life-saving progress in health and development for millions of vulnerable children while calling on global leaders to prioritise investment in children to deliver on the world’s sustainable development goals.
Mizoram: Reiek Village wins 'India's Best Tourism Village Gold Award'
Sep 29, 2023, at 07:28 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Reiek Village in Mizoram was honored with the prestigious "India's Best Tourism Village" Gold Award during the World Tourism Day celebration.
New Delhi: Usanas Foundation launches first edition of the scholars programme
Sep 16, 2023, at 10:52 pm
Usanas Foundation launched its first edition of the Usanas Scholars Programme on September 13 and 14 at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi.
Tisva forays into the East India, launches first store in Kolkata
Sep 16, 2023, at 10:43 pm
Tisva, a decorative and architectural lighting brand from Usha International, has launched its flagship store at the Trinity Tower in Kolkata.
Project Abhinandan: Air India rolls out measures to elevate airport experience for guests
Sep 12, 2023, at 12:53 am
Indian airlines major Air India has rolled out ‘Project Abhinandan’ (an expression of greetings in Hindi), aimed at providing personalised and hassle-free on-ground experience to Air India guests at airports.
Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic launches four skin serums in Kolkata
Sep 07, 2023, at 06:10 am
Skincare brand Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic on Tuesday launched four skin serums which promise to give users radiant and rejuvenated skin.
Mimi Chakraborty relaunches Tanishq's new store in Kolkata on Raksha Bandhan
Aug 31, 2023, at 09:09 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Actress-parliamentarian Mimi Chakraborty relaunched jewellery brand Tanishq's new store in Kolkata on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan on Wednesday.
Casio launches G-SHOCK Clear Remix Edition
Aug 29, 2023, at 10:42 pm
Watchmaker Casio on Tuesday launched G-SHOCK's Clear Remix Edition
India's Moon landing gets a pat from Google as tech giant dedicates doodle to mark occasion
Aug 24, 2023, at 09:37 pm
Tech giant Google on Thursday came up with a special doodle to celebrate India's historic achievement of becoming the first country to touch down a spacecraft (Chandrayaan-3) in the south pole of the Moon.
MS Dhoni's features in Zed Black's new TVC
Aug 23, 2023, at 11:38 pm
Kolkata: Incense stick manufacturing brand Zed Black has launched its latest TVC campaign for Zed Black 3-in-1 premium incense sticks which features former captain of the Indian cricket team MS Dhoni.
Jammu and Kashmir: Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden enters World Book of Records
Aug 21, 2023, at 11:00 pm
Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden has earned a distinguished position in the World Book of Records (London), making the people of Jammu and Kashmir elated.
Siliguri: U.S. Consulate Kolkata, Contact Base host workshop to empower women entrepreneurs
Aug 21, 2023, at 12:07 am
Siliguri: U.S. Consulate Kolkata in collaboration with non-governmental organization Contact Base hosted a multi-stakeholder event for promoting women-led businesses.
Thespian Rudraprasad Sengupta to be conferred with Legends of India Lifetime Achievement Award 2022
Aug 17, 2023, at 11:41 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Theatre maestro and cultural critic Rudraprasad Sengupta is among the four distinct visionaries selected for the Legends of India Lifetime Achievement Award for 2022.
Actor Anirban Chakrabarti launches new store of Visionopolis in Kolkata
Aug 17, 2023, at 08:41 pm
Kollkata/IBNS: Bengali actor Anirban Chakrabarti, who is mostly known for portraying onscreen sleuth Eken Babu, has recently launched a new store of Visionopolis in Kolkata.
Independence Day: Google doodle pays tribute to India's rich textile heritage
Aug 15, 2023, at 03:05 pm
Popular search engine Google on Tuesday celebrated Indian Independence Day by creating a colourful doodle that paid tribute to the rich textile heritage of the country.
Aug 09, 2023, at 11:13 am
The village of Kiyevi in Nagaland has chosen Satoli Z Swu, a 63-year-old retired government teacher and community stalwart, as its new village chief.
Aug 07, 2023, at 04:20 am
Srinagar: Vomedh, a leading cultural organization, in collaboration with the media portal The Right News (TRN), successfully concluded a devotional program on Saturday, celebrating mystic, Swami Nand Bab, and promoting the spirit of Sufism and mysticism in the picturesque valley of Kashmir.
Kolkata: 96 school students participate in 'Unscripted: Reimagining American Play' initiative
Aug 04, 2023, at 10:34 pm
96 students from 8 schools across Kolkata participated in the Unscripted: Reimagining American Play, an initiative taken by the U.S. Consulate Kolkata to familiarize youth leaders with classic and contemporary American literature through the creative medium of plays.
Aug 03, 2023, at 06:59 pm
Just two days after UK First Lady Akshata Murty won the best dressed list, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been slammed for his dressing sense by a US menswear expert, media reports said.
Kung Fu Nuns: The fearless warriors of the Himalayas, breaking barriers and igniting change
Jul 29, 2023, at 07:23 pm
In the rugged terrains of Ladakh, India, and Nepal, a mesmerizing fusion of spirituality and martial arts thrives among a unique sisterhood known as the 'Kung Fu Nuns.'
UNESCO education report advises ban on smartphones in school
Jul 28, 2023, at 10:03 pm
New York: A new UN report raised concerns on Wednesday about the excessive use of smartphones, calling for them to be banned in schools worldwide. According to the UN's education, science and culture agency UNESCO, the over-use of mobile phones impacts learning.