BSF hosts Holi Mela in Srinagar ahead of festival of colours
Mar 25, 2024, at 01:52 am
Border Security Force (BSF) hosted ‘Holi Mela’ on the eve of the Holi festival at BSF campus Humhama in Srinagar on Sunday.
Over 100 students participate in Kolkata's US Consulate-hosted Poem Project
Mar 22, 2024, at 04:25 pm
One hundred and twenty high school students of Kolkata participated in the US-India Poem Project hosted by the US Consulate on Thursday.
Kolkata's American Center hosts two-day Investor Conclave to observe 'Women History Month'
Mar 15, 2024, at 10:46 pm
A two-day Investor Conclave entitled ‘Rising Women: A Women First Founder” was hosted with women leaders and stakeholders at the American Center in Kolkata on March 14-15, 2024, to celebrate 'Women History Month'.
Mar 13, 2024, at 05:46 am
The U.S. Consulate Kolkata in partnership with NGO Change Initiatives hosted a two-day workshop “Be Cybersmart” to train female students of vernacular medium schools and colleges of Kolkata and its suburbs on how to safely navigate the cyberspace, and mitigate cyber-threats such as cyber bullying, fake emails, fake text messages, hacking of photos, and social media profiles.
Mar 12, 2024, at 11:10 pm
The British Deputy High Commission hosted a photography exhibition and the launch of a bilingual photobook showcasing the findings of research on the role of voluntary work in meeting the challenges of climate change in the Indian Sundarbans at the British Club on March 6.
Aaranyaks wildlife filmmaking workshop to encourage visual storytelling for conservation
Mar 11, 2024, at 11:10 pm
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, prominent wildlife conservation organisation Aaranyak organised a 3-day workshop on nature and wildlife filmmaking, which emphasised on the power of visual storytelling through the medium of films.
Kolkata's British Council hosts panel discussion celebrating International Women's Day
Mar 11, 2024, at 05:15 am
The British Council in Kolkata on Friday celebrated International Women's Day by hosting a panel discussion titled 'Women's Voices'.
Mar 11, 2024, at 04:33 am
New Delhi: Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) Manoj Kumar launched the collaboration on the styling of DD News and DD India anchors on Saturday in New Delhi as part of an MoU with Prasar Bharti on September 18.
Czech Republic's Krystyna Pyszkova crowned Miss World 2024 in Mumbai
Mar 10, 2024, at 06:13 am
Mumbai: Krystyna Pyszkova from the Czech Republic was crowned Miss World 2024 in an extravagant ceremony in Mumbai.
Akira Toriyama, who created Dragon Ball series, dies at 68 due to acute subdural hematoma
Mar 08, 2024, at 09:06 pm
Japanese manga artist Akira Toriyama, who created the popular Dragon Ball series, has died due to acute subdural hematoma, his team said on Friday (March 8, 2024).
Kanpur's Vaibhav Gupta wins Indian Idol Season 14
Mar 04, 2024, at 11:26 pm
Kanpur's Vaibhav Gupta emerged as the winner of ' Indian Idol - Season 14' on Sony Entertainment Television.
Ayushmann Khurrana presents UNICEF awards to RJs for programmes on immunization, climate change
Mar 01, 2024, at 04:52 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The UNICEF recently awarded creative content aired on Akashvani, private FM stations, and community radio to create awareness on child protection, routine immunization, and climate change.
Bengali bride dances to Taylor Swift's Love Story on wedding day, video goes viral
Feb 26, 2024, at 03:49 am
Singing sensation Taylor Swift and her fans have been making headlines often and this time one of her crazy followers went viral after she chose to dance to Love Story track on the day of the wedding.
Legendary Indian radio presenter Ameen Sayani dies at 91 after suffering heart attack
Feb 21, 2024, at 07:53 pm
Legendary Indian radio presenter Ameen Sayani, whose baritone voice and unique conversational style of hosting shows had left listeners enticed for generations, died on Wednesday after suffering a heart attack.
Legendary Chef Imtiaz Qureshi, master of Dum Pukht, dies at 93
Feb 17, 2024, at 06:19 am
Padma Shri recipient Chef Imtiaz Qureshi, who is hailed as the master of Dum Pukht, a slow cooking technique, died on Friday at the age of 93.
Google creates 'chemistry' themed Doodle as lovers celebrate Valentine's Day globally today
Feb 14, 2024, at 11:57 pm
A perfect love story needs a well-matched chemistry and a strong bond between the duo and this theme has been perfectly used by popular search engine Google to create an interactive 'chemistry' themed Doodle on February 14th to celebrate Valentine's Day.
Feb 14, 2024, at 11:23 pm
A 25-year-old Shahida Khanum has turned her ancestral home into a museum to preserve the cultural heritage of Gujjar tribe.
Bengali community celebrates Saraswati Puja today, PM Modi, President Murmu greet countrymen
Feb 14, 2024, at 09:57 pm
The Bengali community across the nation is worshipping the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music and learning Saraswati on Wednesday.
Feb 12, 2024, at 05:58 am
The British Deputy High Commission Kolkata organised the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Cup reception at the Royal Calcutta Turf Club (RCTC) in the city on Friday.
Kolkata's Vivekananda Mission School gears up to celebrate Saraswati Puja
Feb 06, 2024, at 09:27 pm
Kolkata's Vivekananda Mission School and school's alumni association are all set to celebrate the 6th edition of Bani Bandana in their school campus on February 14.
How To Prefer the Right Moissanite Earrings?
Feb 06, 2024, at 04:34 pm
Moissanite stud earrings have been popular as a less expensive alternative to classic diamond earrings. It's no surprise that moissanite is so popular, given its glitter and durability. When choosing the most popular Moissanite stud earrings, there are various variables to consider. The first consideration is the size of the earrings themselves. Moissanite studs come in sizes, from small and delicate to huge and eye-catching.
Smart India Hackathon 2023: Sona College of Technology student teams emerge winners
Feb 01, 2024, at 12:43 am
Salem: The student team from Sona College of Technology in Salem secured first place in the Union Ministry of Education’s Smart India Hackathon 2023 national competition.
Ghulam Nabi says Padma Shri award will surely encourage Kashmir’s craftsmen
Jan 27, 2024, at 11:41 pm
The prestigious Padma Shri award would go a long way to encourage Kashmir’s craftsmen, said 72-year-old master woodcarver Ghulam Nabi Dar.
Jan 22, 2024, at 12:54 am
The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata hosted “Voices of Diversity – Action for Inclusion” conclave under the “Rainbow Dialogues – All in this Together” project in partnership with U.S. based non-profit StoryCenter at the American Center in Kolkata recently.
Hyundai India announces Deepika Padukone as global brand ambassador
Dec 30, 2023, at 04:21 pm
Auto major Hyundai India has named actress Deepika Padukone as the new global brand ambassador.
When less is more: Capsule wardrobes drive sustainable fashion in the US and India
Dec 27, 2023, at 11:37 pm
When University of Georgia student Kyndal Coleman moved into her college apartment, she discovered she’d have to make do with a small closet. So she pared down her wardrobe to keep just a few versatile essentials.
TECNO Smartphones names Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone as brand ambassador
Dec 27, 2023, at 10:36 pm
Smartphone maker TECNO on Wednesday announced actress Deepika Padukone as its brand ambassador.
Singing maestro Rashid Khan undergoes treatment for cancer in Kolkata hospital
Dec 25, 2023, at 10:29 pm
Eminent vocalist Ustad Rashid Khan, who is the 10th generation face of the Rampur Sahaswan gharana, is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer at a hospital in Kolkata and his condition is said to be critical.
Priyanka Sarkar, Priyanka Mondol grace Glamourama 2023 curtain raiser in Kolkata
Dec 15, 2023, at 11:27 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali actresses Priyanka Sarkar, Priyanka Mondol graced the curtain raiser of 'Glamourama Face of 2023' which aims to celebrate "essence of beauty and talent".
Dec 13, 2023, at 09:02 pm
Private carrier Air India has unveiled a brand-new collection of uniforms for cabin and cockpit crew members which have been designed by fashion designer Manish Malhotra.