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Kochi hosts first Jewish marriage in 15 years

May 23, 2023, at 09:56 pm

Kochi witnessed a special wedding on Sunday when the south Indian city hosted the first Jewish marriage in 15 years, media reports said.

Exploring the enchanting world of Punjabi weddings

May 22, 2023, at 03:27 pm

STOP whatever you are doing and for a moment just imagine a kaleidoscope of colors and loud boisterous laughter among thumps of ‘dhol’ and the gorgeous aroma of food wafting through the doors… you got it right! It’s a Punjabi wedding scene!!!

Jammu's Shilpa Chaku Handoo crowned Mrs India Universal 2023 title

May 22, 2023, at 12:21 am

Jammu: Jammu Woman Shilpa Chaku Handoo has won the national beauty pageant - Mrs India Universal 2023 hosted by Dreamz Production House at Film City, Noida.

The Bengal celebrates Rabindra Jayanti with senior citizen members of Pronam

May 18, 2023, at 07:22 pm

Kolkata: The Bengal, a prominent NGO, recently celebrated ‘Rabindra Jayanti’ with more than 300 senior citizen members of Pronam, a joint project of Kolkata Police and the former for reaching out to the senior citizens, at the Body Guard Lines auditorium in Kolkata.

Delegation of 45 students from West Bengal depart for NIT Puducherry under Yuva Sangam 2

May 17, 2023, at 12:40 am

Kolkata:  A delegation of 45 students from diverse higher education institutions of West Benga departed for Puducherry as part of the second phase of the government’s ambitious cultural and educational endeavour the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Yuva Sangam’ programme on Tuesday.

Indian child sex trafficking documentary ‘From the Shadows’ screened in Kolkata

May 16, 2023, at 10:07 pm

Kolkata: Filmmaker Miriam Chandy Menacherry's documentary 'From the Shadows', a film that deals with the survivors of a powerful criminal racket that trafficks minor girls for sex work, was screened in Kolkata's American Center on Monday.

Oxford Big Read global competition commences for primary and secondary school students across India

May 15, 2023, at 07:08 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Oxford University Press (OUP) India has announced the launch of 5th edition of the Oxford Big Read Global competition, an annual reading competition aimed at promoting good reading habits among primary and secondary school students.

Israeli, UK metal bands to perform in Manipur event

May 06, 2023, at 06:05 am

Imphal: Two major international bands are expected to perform in the ShiRock 2023, an event which is expected to leave Manipur enthralled.

Nagaland: Wokha to host 2-day tribal artisan mela

May 03, 2023, at 07:06 pm

Nagaland will soon host a 2-day tribal artisan mela in Wokha region to identify new artisans, media reports said.

Nagaland Dance Fiesta organizes 5th edition of International Dance Day celebration

May 03, 2023, at 02:40 pm

Kohima:  Nagaland Dance Fiesta organized its 5th edition of the International Dance Day celebration on April 29 at CT SQUARE shopping complex, giving young talents of the region a chance to display their talents.

Dimapur-based songwriter Imna Yaden releases new music video 'We love Nagaland'

May 03, 2023, at 02:12 pm

Kohima: Nagaland-based songwriter Imna Yaden has recently announced the launch of his new music video ‘We love Nagaland.’

Petcare Industry: Of furry love, pandemic and a rising graph

Apr 30, 2023, at 10:42 pm

For the petcare industry across the globe, pandemic sparks growth and creativity. Alyse Pfeil, Stephen Vierling, Lucas Owens and Heather Wang from the USA's Midwest and Amir Bin Rafi from India's Kashmir report.

Nagaland hosts two-day-long Tsükhenyie 2023

Apr 29, 2023, at 05:53 pm

Nagaland hosted two-day long Tsükhenyie 2023 in  Pfutseromi village under Phek district recently.

Arunachal Fashion Week: Itanagar showcases rich textile heritage of state

Apr 29, 2023, at 03:52 pm

The grand event of ‘Arunachal Fashion Week – The Artisans Movement’, was recently held in  Itanagar, an event which promoted the traditional handicrafts and textiles of the state.

Arunachal Pradesh: Over 600 representatives discuss Nalanda tradition during Buddhist conference

Apr 25, 2023, at 06:07 pm

More than 600 representatives from different corners of India assembled in  Zimithang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh to discuss Nalanda Buddhism recently.

Art of manual brewing: Nagaland barista trains coffee enthusiasts

Apr 25, 2023, at 06:02 pm

Medziphema-based barista Zakietsonuo Jamir, popularly known as Atsi, recently trained  coffee enthusiasts the art of manual brewing while conducting a workshop in Nagaland’s Chümoukedima district.

Arunachal Pradesh celebrates cultural diversity with its fairs, festivals 

Apr 24, 2023, at 03:37 am

India's picturesque Arunachal Pradesh is currently celebrating its rich cultural heritage by hosting a wide variety of festivals and fairs which is also attracting a large section of tourists from across the nation.

Raftaar, Akriti Kakar get Kolkata audiences grooving to Yaari at McDowell’s No1 Soda - No1 Yaari Jam

Apr 19, 2023, at 05:10 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Bringing alive the city of joy with a bang, McDowell's No1 Yaari Jam powered by SVF brought rapper Raftaar and the ever so melodious musician Akriti Kakar and Kolkata’s favourite Rupam Islam-Fossils for the No1 Yaari Jam held in Kolkata.

Manipuri folk artist Mangka Mayanglambam to go on tour of Switzerland, France

Apr 11, 2023, at 01:15 am

MaolKeki Foundation has announced that the iconic Manipuri folk artist, Mangka Mayanglambam, will be going on a tour of Switzerland and France from 11 to 18 April 2023.

Good Friday: Catholics in Nagaland enact the ‘Way of the Cross’

Apr 10, 2023, at 11:06 pm

Kohima: Catholics in Nagaland enacted the ‘Way of the Cross’ procession on Good Friday to mark the religious occasion.

Hardik Pandya appointed as the first-ever brand ambassador of Taco Bell in India

Apr 03, 2023, at 10:48 pm

New Delhi: Taco Bell, a Mexican-inspired restaurant brand, has onboarded cricket all-rounder and youth-icon Hardik Pandya as its first ever brand ambassador in India.

Arunachal Pradesh: Monastic dance introduced in Jang Palpung Zangdok Palri monastery

Apr 02, 2023, at 12:07 am

Tawang: Monastic dances, especially the dance of deities Palden Lhamo and Gonpo or Mahakala, were introduced recently in the Jang Palpung Zangdok Palri monastery in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh, media reports said.

Meet Whang-Od: The 106-year-old tattoo artist from Philippines is now the latest Vogue cover model

Apr 01, 2023, at 11:15 pm

Vogue Philippines' April cover has a special person on it as she set a new record of being the oldest person ever to appear on the front of the iconic magazine.

ITC Hotels launch Mementos Udaipur

Mar 28, 2023, at 07:05 pm

Kolkata: ITC’s Hotel Group announced the opening of its first property Mementos by ITC Hotels, Ekaaya, Udaipur under the new brand – Mementos.

Now burn your poop into ash in waterless toilet. Know how

Mar 27, 2023, at 05:41 pm

A viral video on social media has intrigued the netizens who are amazed to see how poop can be turned into ashes in seconds leaving no smell in a waterless toilet.

Nagaland: Students participate in basketry making

Mar 25, 2023, at 12:35 am

Kohima: Students of  Cherry Blossoms School in Nagaland's Kohima city recently hosted a two-day workshop on basketry making.

Footwear major Crocs launches concept store in Kolkata

Mar 24, 2023, at 05:35 am

Kolkata: Footwear brand Crocs on Thursday launched its global concept store in Kolkata's Camac Street area with the aim of expanding its footprint in the Indian market. 

PIRBI ethnic haat bolsters Karbi presence in Kaziranga Heritage Site

Mar 14, 2023, at 11:38 pm

Kaziranga: Pirbi-Karbi Ethnic Haat located on the national highway at Kohora in Kaziranga National Park of Assam has emerged as a new destination for those who have a penchant for varied ethnic and organic products that bear the hallmark of quintessential Karbi people of the state.

Kashmir-born freelance illustrator believes social media plays key role in gaining market for an artist

Mar 14, 2023, at 04:38 am

Srinagar: There is no second thought in it that use of social media has become an indispensable necessity for those who want to influence the market and create trends.

Kolkata: Genius Kids school to perform for education and care of underprivileged children

Mar 14, 2023, at 04:27 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Genius Kids will host its annual concert, called "Badalti Duniya, Yeh Bhi Apni Hi Hai'' - The Little Genius Show & Social Impact Awards 2023, on  March 19 at Madhusudan Mancha in Kolkata. The event starts at 9:30 am.

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