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MeToo case: SC grants anticipatory bail to Malayalam actor Siddique noting 'complainant posted on Facebook but not reached Hema Committee' | Tirumala trust asks non-Hindu staffers to retire or opt for transfer | Manipur unrest: Civil society sets 24-hr deadline for BJP MLAs to take 'decisive action' | Delhi chokes as air quality remains in 'severe plus' category amid curb on several daily activities | 'India is focused on inclusive development, youth power': PM Modi addresses G-20 session in Brazil | All schools in Delhi, NCR shift to online classes after Supreme Court's rap on air pollution | Maharashtra ex-minister Anil Deshmukh receives injuries after stones hurled at his car | Centre sends additional 50 companies of CRPF in violence-hit Manipur amid Jiribam unrest, deaths | Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's younger brother Anmol arrested in US: Reports | Supreme Court asks authorities to not drop restrictions imposed to combat Delhi air pollution

Author interview: Tapan Das on his debut Bengali novel

Feb 23, 2018, at 11:18 pm

Tapan Das says he wants to point to the futility of community violence through his novel 'Amar ma ke kandte dao'. 

Author interview: Hiren Sanyal on his debut English novel

Feb 23, 2018, at 11:03 pm

Author Hiren Sanyal says his debut English novel revolves around the principles of Indian philosophy

Holi special spread from gastropub Monkey Bar at four metros

Feb 23, 2018, at 08:59 pm

Kolkata, Feb 23 (IBNS): One of India's popular gastro-pub chain, the Monkey Bar, is all set with a special festive spread between February 28  and March 4, this year, to celebrate Holi, the festival of colours.

Universities ask schools to consider later start times for teenage pupils

Feb 23, 2018, at 03:12 am

Birmingham, Feb 22 (IBNS): A team of ‘sleep experts’ are leading a study looking at teenagers’ sleep patterns and testing whether a later school start time could benefit them.

How to Buy Home Linen that is Durable and Affordable

Feb 22, 2018, at 09:08 pm

There are plenty of tips that you should follow when it comes to buying sheets, blankets, pillow cases and other types of linens from any store. These tips will help you to get the best options in terms of durability as well as affordability, so make sure to keep them in mind while you are shopping. These can be used if you are purchasing the items online or even in person, so here are the best tips to follow.

Book Review: The Erotic Muse, a fictional journey through a parallel world

Feb 22, 2018, at 12:14 am

‘The Erotic Muse’, a fiction written by Rajeev Singh, includes mystery, adventure, thrills, horror, heart racing moments and, last but not the least, love.

Book review: Amar ma ke kandte dao, a Bengali novel

Feb 22, 2018, at 12:02 am

“Amar ma ke kandte dao”, a Bengali novel written by Tapan Das, is about the life of an innocent girl, Tapashi, who loses everything after Assamese zealots ruthlessly attack her Bengali parents.

Jacqueline Fernandez the new face of IMARA

Feb 21, 2018, at 11:54 pm

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IBNS): USPL, the fastest growing celebrity led fashion retail company announced, popular Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez as the new face of IMARA beginning Spring 2018. IMARA is a celebrity fashion line for women’s ethnic wear and was conceptualized by USPL as a contemporary interpretation of the conventional with a refreshing take on ethnic designs.

Top 5 Coaching Centers to Help you Prepare for Upcoming BCECE

Feb 21, 2018, at 11:17 pm

Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination is conducted by the Bihar Board for candidates to avail admissions into various UG engineering, medical and agricultural courses.

SSC CGL Tier 1 Reasoning: Preparation Strategy and Books

Feb 21, 2018, at 11:01 pm

Staff Selection Commission conducts Combined Graduate Level Examination to recruit eligible candidates in various departments, ministries and organization of the government. This exam is conducted in two stages; Tier 1which is the prelims exam andTier 2, the Main Examination.

RBI Assistant or SBI PO: A Tough Choice for Banking Aspirants

Feb 21, 2018, at 10:44 pm

The Reserve Bank of India has announced 623 vacancies for the post of RBI Assistant and the State Bank of India has declared 2000 vacancies for SBI PO in 2018. As per the trends in last years, the competition is so intense that there is one seat for every 1000 applicants.

JEE, NEET Aspirants Blessed with Free Workshop at ASC

Feb 21, 2018, at 10:16 pm

Free workshop for engineering and medical aspirants of Kashmir Valley will be organized at the Amar Singh College on February 15th for JEE Main and NEET 2018. Both are highly competitive examinations anddemand focused preparation coupled with determination and optimism. There are various concerns of the students in Kashmir, who have never been properly guided to deal with the competitive nature of entrance exams.

Vinyl once more

Feb 21, 2018, at 06:11 am

Who would have thought that the vinyl record would make a comeback in this digital age? But it has, surprisingly. In 2016, in a massive reversal of fortune, record sales in the United Kingdom surpassed that of digital downloads. Sudipto Maity explores the Indian vinyl market

Wadhwani AI launches in Mumbai, India gets its first Artificial Intelligence Research Institute

Feb 21, 2018, at 12:13 am

Mumbai / Kolkata, Feb 20 (IBNS):  Wadhwani AI, the world’s first artificial intelligence research institute established to develop AI solutions for social good, was formally inaugurated in Mumbai on Sunday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the institute to the nation, showing India’s commitment to exploring AI solutions to widespread societal challenges.

Author Rajeev Singh on his debut novel The Erotic Muse

Feb 20, 2018, at 11:46 pm

You will have to read the book to know about what happens to the protagonist, says author Rajeev Singh when asked about his debut novel The Erotic Muse

Book review: Ruffled Feather, a collaborative work by eight 'ingenious writers'

Feb 20, 2018, at 11:39 pm

Do you remember the last time you read a story that felt like you had exactly the same thing to say? Do you sometimes feel that there might be people living the same lives as you, feeling the same things, just expressing better? Well there are.

Book review: ‘REMINDED: Mother India’ is like an emotional roller-coaster

Feb 20, 2018, at 11:21 pm

‘REMINDED: Mother India’ written by Hiren Sanyal is an emotional roller-coaster.  It tells the story of a boy named Shanu Roy, an ordinary boy but an extraordinary character.

Book review: Bachhai Pachforon, a collection of satirical writing in Bengali

Feb 20, 2018, at 10:50 pm

“Bachhai Pachforon” is a seriously quirky and humorous collection of articles written by Uttarayan Deb; fifty articles that see contemporary issues through a satirical veil.

Book Review: Osotto Noi, a collection of Bengali short stories

Feb 20, 2018, at 10:32 pm

“Osotto Noi”, a collection of 11 Bengali short stories, written by Banani Sikdar, is a heart-warming mix of unconventional stories—stories that are simple but have a lot of emotion in them and leave a pleasant aftertaste.

Karnataka Technical Education Deptt initiative to enhance employability using HireMee

Feb 20, 2018, at 08:53 pm

Bengaluru, Feb 19 (IBNS):   As part of a state-wide initiative to enhance employability of technically skilled diploma holders, the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Karnataka will facilitate assessment of 100,000 year final-year students from nearly 300 polytechnics.

44th Karbi Youth Festival showcases ethnic, traditional cultures at Taralangso

Feb 19, 2018, at 06:18 pm

Guwahati, Feb 19 (IBNS): The 44th Karbi Youth Festival (KYF), one of the biggest ethnic festivals of Northeast India, was held at Taralangso in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district.

Bihar: No shoes, socks in Class X examinations to prevent cheating

Feb 19, 2018, at 05:51 pm

Patna, Feb 19 (IBNS): The Bihar School Examination Board has directed all students not to wear shoes and socks while appearing for Class X examination, which is scheduled to begin on Feb 21, media reports said.

Life in the cities

Feb 16, 2018, at 09:39 pm

Rapid urbanisation the world over has  put severe pressure on the infrastructure of many cities and towns. India is among the countries with the fastest growth in this sector and, unless plans with a long view are mooted, the situation could only worsen.  Ranjita Biswas reports

Study dispels notion that social media displaces human contact

Feb 16, 2018, at 09:20 pm

New York, Feb 16 (IBNS): Echoing concerns that grew with the Internet itself a decade earlier, the rise of social media has stoked fears of “social displacement” — the alienation of people from friends and family in favor of Facebook and Twitter.

Masterchef India chef Kirti Bhoutika bakes special cake for a cause in Kolkata

Feb 15, 2018, at 11:36 pm

Kolkata, Feb 15 (IBNS): Were you celebrating Valentine’s Day at or around Park Street on Feb 14? Chances were, you had an opportunity to taste a special batch of chocolate chip cupcakes baked by Kirti Bhoutika, the winner of Masterchef India 2017, India’s biggest culinary battle!

Study: Materialism in marriage linked to devaluation of marriage

Feb 14, 2018, at 10:29 pm

New York, Feb 14 (IBNS): Madonna may have loved living in a material world as a material girl, but a recent study shows that married couples should avoid living according to this '80s jam at all costs.

Step up your BITSAT score with these top 10 tricks

Feb 14, 2018, at 08:57 pm

Over the years, BITS has earned its reputation as one of the premier technical colleges in the country. With an amazing placement record and even amazing alumnus network, it is one of the most sought after technical institutes. However, securing a seat in the institute is not easy. After hours and hours of tedious studying, students are able to crack BITSAT, the qualifying exam for admission in Birla Institute of Technology and Science. BITSAT syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology needs to be prepared thoroughly to crack the exam. Below is a list of top ten tricks and tips that a candidate should follow to not only crack BITSAT, but also score above 300!

Top Expected Interview Questions for IIMs and B-Schools

Feb 14, 2018, at 08:45 pm

Congratulations! Now that you have cracked your CAT exams, give yourself a pat on the back and move on. Get your game face on and get wired for the upcoming personal interview rounds. Personal interview round is the final stagewhich helps you step in any of your desired IIMs or B-schools. It is one of most final and pivotal rounds in the complete admission process. A good interview can either make or break one’s chances to gain admission into their desired institution.

Top 5 Recommended Magazines for All Future MBAs

Feb 14, 2018, at 08:28 pm

As the popular saying goes “A journey of thousand miles begins with a single step”. So, holds true for MBA. The first step towards your MBA journey is cracking the highly competitive Common Admission Test for Management. Well, as CAT serves as the gateway for entering into some of the most prestigious management B-schools in the country it makes it quite obvious that the competition levels of the exam are very high.

7 Best Tips to be Considered by all IIT JEE Aspirants

Feb 14, 2018, at 08:07 pm

Preparing for a competitive exam like Joint Entrance Exam takes hard work & diligence. When you put your 100% effort into the exam preparation, then it rewards you with the seat in your desired engineering institutes.