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Arindam Sil graces workshop for hearing-impaired kids on Children's Day

Nov 16, 2024, at 09:04 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Filmmaker Arindam Sil on Thursday graced an acting workshop in the city to uplift several hearing-impaired kids on the occasion of Children's Day.

Fossils, Lakhichhara and Thaikkudam Bridge to feature in rock concert in Kolkata tomorrow

Nov 10, 2024, at 03:00 pm

Three top bands- Fossils, Lakhichhara and Thaikkudam Bridge- will be featuring in a rock concert- dubbed as Republic of Rock 2024- on Saturday.

HelpAge India launches 'Generations Together' campaign to bridge gap between generations

Nov 10, 2024, at 03:00 pm

New Delhi/Kolkata/IBNS: Commemorating International Day of Older Persons (IDOP), HelpAge India, a non-profit organization working with and for older people in the country, on Tuesday (Oct. 1) launched its "Generations Together" campaign in south Kolkata's Chetla Central Park, celebrating the contributions of senior citizens and strengthening the intergenerational connections.

Seventh Corporate Car Treasure Hunt 2024 held in Kolkata

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:28 pm

The Indian Oil Kolkata on WHEELS 7th Corporate Car Treasure Hunt 2024 was a resounding success, captivating Kolkata with an exciting motoring chase that saw 50 corporate houses competing fiercely for top honors.

CREDO Centre of Excellence hosts panel discussion on 'Proud to take pride in ourselves'

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:37 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: CREDO Centre Of Excellence hosted a panel discussion titled "Proud To Take Pride In Ourselves," emphasizing the ongoing importance of self-identity and pride beyond the confines of a single month.

CC Saha Ltd hosts storytelling workshop with thespian Dolly Basu for hearing-impaired children

Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: CC Saha Ltd, a leading provider of premier hearing impairment solutions, undertook an initiative aimed at fostering inclusivity and creativity among hearing-impaired children.

Alejandra Marisa Rodriguez, 60-year-old Argentine, shatters stereotypes to clinch Miss Universe Buenos Aires Beauty Pageant

Sep 14, 2024, at 10:17 pm

60-year-old Alejandra Marisa Rodriguez shattered the stereotypes to win the Miss Universe Buenos Aires Beauty Pageant on Wednesday, media reports said.

IGNCA hosts panel discussion, poster exhibition and other activities to focus on ‘Women in Cinema’

Sep 14, 2024, at 10:18 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: As part of International Women’s Day, the Media Centre of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) organized a panel discussion on ‘Women in Cinema’ along with a display of posters of old and new films and other activities.

The Carlton Tower Jumeirah London woos women guests with curated Suite Shopping Experience this International Women’s Day

Sep 14, 2024, at 10:18 pm

London/IBNS:  The Carlton Tower Jumeirah, in London, is offering an opportunity to women to indulge in self-love this International Women’s Day.

Abir Chatterjee, Anirban Bhattacharya, other Tollywood celebs grace Iswar Sankalpa's 16th annual programme

Sep 14, 2024, at 10:18 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film celebrities Abir Chatterjee, Anirban Bhattacharya, Koel Mallick and others were in attendance at the 16th annual programme of Iswar Sankalpa, which works towards rehabilitating and reintegrating homeless people with psychological disabilities living in the streets and low-resource communities in Kolkata.

SVF Music and SVF Cinemas present musical extravaganza curated by Anirban Bhattacharya in Bengal's Bolpur

Sep 14, 2024, at 10:19 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: SVF Music and SVF Cinemas are set to organise a musical extravaganza, curated by actor-director-singer Anirban Bhattacharya, in West Bengal's Bolpur on Saturday.

Goodbye Peachtree Road: Christie's curates iconic sale of objects from Sir Elton John's former Atlanta home

Sep 14, 2024, at 10:19 pm

New York/IBNS: This February, Christie's, the well-known art and luxury business, presents the iconic property from music legend Sir Elton John’s former Atlanta (Georgia, United States) home in a series of landmark sales at the Christie's Rockefeller Center in New York.

IGNCA to screen film on the Gond warrior queen Durgavati in Delhi

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The Media Centre of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) will screen the film 'Rani Durgavati', on Thursday, October 26.

Cultural programmes mark the opening of Sharadotsav in Dubai

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Dubai/IBNS: It is common to find the Indian expatriate community settled across the globe holding their traditional festivals in their adopted land.

Sourav Ganguly attends premiere of Xiaomi Studios' film 'The Rolling Ball'

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: India's cricket icon Sourav Ganguly attended the premiere of Xiaomi Studios' film 'The Rolling Ball', which was shot on the camera marvel, the Xiaomi 13 Pro, here last week.

SVP India set to host annual fundraising event in Kolkata

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: SVP India is all set to host its annual fund raising event in Kolkata on October 6.

Indian percussionist pays homage to Hiroshima through music during Japan tour

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Tokyo/IBNS: Indian percussionist Prodyut Mukherjee, a GIMA winner and Grammy jury member, concluded his five-city tour of Japan with a performance at the Embassy of India, Tokyo.

Jashn-E-Awadh: Music video launched by Kolkata eatery Oudh 1590

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Oudh 1590, Kolkata’s popular period dining restaurant, recently launched a theme music video, Jashn-E-Awadh to celebrate the 10 year long journey of the brand.

StageCraft ties up with Kolkata hospitals for free health check-up of the foundation’s award winners

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: StageCraft Foundation, a Kolkata-based organisation, which has been highlighting the contributions of those craftspeople who work behind the scenes to ensure the best of on-stage live performances, has now moved a step ahead to ensure medical help for them too. 

Indian women and men’s visually impaired cricket teams steal hearts at HBG Cricket Day function

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

London/IBNS: To bring communities closer through sports, United Kingdom based not-for-profit organisation Heritage Bengal Global (HBG), supported by the Harrow Council of London and GBS, a private higher education provider, organised a day of cricket recently in London.

Janapada Division of IGNCA focuses on Hariyali Teej as the theme for its annual day function

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The Janapada Division of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) New Delhi, observed their annual day through the celebration of Hariyali Teej.

Indian Museum celebrates Independence Day with a variety cultural programme

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Patriotic fervour and cultural presentations marked the Independence Day celebrations at the Indian Museum in Kolkata.

Shuruaat: An upcoming exhibition to showcase handcrafted Indian textiles

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: In a bid to bridge the gap between textile artisans and consumers, Indian crafts brand Inkriti is hosting a special show this July in Kolkata.

Nagaland: 9th annual cosfest commences in Northeast India, attracting thousands of cosplay enthusiasts

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kohima is currently abuzz with excitement as the Nagaland Anime Junkies (NAJ) kick-started the two-day event of the 9th annual Cosfest today. Regarded as one of Northeast India's biggest Cosplay festivals, the event brings together enthusiasts from all over the country to celebrate their love for pop-culture.

Indian diaspora hosts the fifth annual IFA Shield UK, highest number of teams participate

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The fifth edition of the IFA Shield UK - Indian Fans Alliance tournament, a football tournament led by Heritage Bengal Global (HBG), was held on July 9 at the Arbour Park Stadium in Slough, England.

Dimapur hosted World Music Day Event at Green Park, promoting cultural exchange and alcohol-free environment

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Dimapur hosted a grand event at Green Park, 5th Mile, on June 21 to celebrate World Music Day. The event was organized by Sky Entertainment and Love Easts events in collaboration with various partners, with the aim of inspiring a deeper appreciation for diverse musical traditions worldwide.

International Performing Arts Festival in Mumbai: percussionist Pt Prodyut Mukherjee regales audience

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Well-known musician and tabla player, GiMA award winning Pt Prodyut Mukherjee, regaled guests with his mastery over ‘tabla’ and ‘mouth percussion’ at the third edition of the International Performing Arts Festival (IPAF) held in Mumbai.

Tribal concept ‘halma’ can show the way for self-reliance to society at large, says minister

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The expansion of the concept of ‘halma’ prevalent among the tribes of India can be one of the ways to resolve climate change and other issues faced by society at large, said Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar.

UNMISH organises 8th edition of POORNAM’23 ‘Empowering of Lives’

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based non-profit organisation UNMISH has taken such a huge step towards improving the lives of specially-abled children and young adults through a spectacular initiative in its 8th edition of POORNAM.

New Delhi: IGNCA to host an international seminar on Ramayana in South East Asia

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:44 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Ramayana is a common thread that binds India and South East Asian nations, such as Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Vietnam.