Jan 13, 2016, at 03:22 pm
Kolkata, Jan 13 (IBNS): Pakistani Ghazal singer Ghulam Ali charmed with his voice as he performed and presented a 'mesmerising' event in Kolkata on Tuesday.
fbbFemina Miss India Kolkata 2016 audition wrapped up
Jan 12, 2016, at 12:37 am
Kolkata, Jan 11 (IBNS): The audition of fbbFemina Miss India Kolkata 2016 wrapped up with infinite oomph and glamour in Kolkata on Sunday.
West Bengal: President inaugurates three new buildings of Vidyanagar College
Jan 06, 2016, at 11:28 pm
Kolkata, Jan 6 (IBNS) President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday inaugurated three new buildings of Vidyanagar College, near Amtala, South 24 Parganas, nearly 30 kms. away from Kolkata constructed with the help of Universities Grants Commission (UGC) grant of Rs 10 crore 23 lakhs.
No child is born offender but a crime is a crime: Alokananda Roy
Jan 04, 2016, at 12:22 am
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IBNS) Danseuse-social activist Alokananda Roy, who works in prisons to reform the inmates with the power of music and dance, says though no child is born an offender, the juvenile rape-murder convict in Nirbhaya case should have been judged for the adult nature of his crime.
Young technocrat runs in marathon to support child rights
Dec 22, 2015, at 02:50 pm
Kolkata, Dec 21 (IBNS): A young technocrat from Gurgaon flew down to Kolkata to run for a cause as he participated in the Tata Steel Kolkata Marathon (TSK 25K) in the city on Sunday.
Casa Kitchen to host Mexo-Italiana Food Festival
Dec 20, 2015, at 08:19 pm
Kolkata, Dec 20 (IBNS): Keeping in mind the upcoming festive season, Kolkata based restaurants are gearing up to offer some unique delicacies to the food lovers of the city. Casa Kitchen is all set to organise a twelve day long Mexo-Italiana Food Festival, a food festival that will merge Italian and Mexican delicacies.
Kolkata hosting three-day long fish festival
Dec 19, 2015, at 02:12 am
Kolkata, Dec 18 (IBNS): To celebrate its golden jubilee, the State Fisheries Development Corporation (SFDC), in association with the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and state fisheries department, has organised a three-day long fish festival- 'Bengal Fish Fest Twenty Fifteen'- from Friday.
MLTR captures hearts in Kolkata
Dec 18, 2015, at 10:46 pm
Kolkata, Dec 18 (IBNS): Popular international band Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR) presented a nostalgic evening to many music lovers in the city, who have grown up listening to their creations, as they played their popular numbers in Kolkata on Thursday.
Globsyn Evening will address the story of this generation of India: Bikram Dasgupta
Dec 07, 2015, at 10:48 pm
With corporate officials in Kolkata gearing up to attend ‘An Evening with Globsyn’ and the Globsyn Annual Lecture Series 2015 this month, IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra chats with Bikram Dasgupta, founder and Executive Chairman of the Globsyn Group, on its annual signature event. He spoke about his vision behind hosting it every year in the city: Excerpts:
Calcutta Boating Club launches latest banquet in Kolkata
Nov 29, 2015, at 08:19 pm
Kolkata, Nov 29 (IBNS): Calcutta Boating Club has launched its latest banquet 'Orchid Banquets', aiming to provide the city with the warmth of Indian hospitality mingled with rich traditions.
40th International Kolkata Book Fair announces Bolivia as Focal Theme Country
Nov 25, 2015, at 04:53 am
Kolkata, Nov 24 (IBNS): The Publishers and Booksellers Guild announced Plurinational State of Bolivia as the Focal Theme Country for upcoming 40th International Kolkata Book Fair (IKBF), which will be held from Jan 27 to Feb 7 , on Tuesday through an event in Kolkata.
British Council announces dates for Education UK Exhibition in Kolkata
Nov 17, 2015, at 11:43 pm
Kolkata, Nov 17 (IBNS): Choosing to study abroad is a life-changing decision and requires tremendous planning and prudence.
US Consul Gen launches entrepreneurship programme for development of women in Bengal
Nov 17, 2015, at 10:10 pm
Kolkata, Nov 17 (IBNS) The US Consul General of Kolkata Craig Hall on Monday launched a collaborative project here, between Claflin University and Calcutta University, for the women of West Bengal to develop their eco-entrepreneurship skills.
British Council hosts 'The Great Talk' in Kolkata
Nov 06, 2015, at 11:09 pm
Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS) The British Council today hosted The GREAT Talk in Kolkata with author and writer Jon Turney delivering a thought-provoking lecture entitled, ‘‘Futurama – Does past cloud our thinking about futures to come?’ at Birla Industrial & Technological Museum.
Nov 06, 2015, at 09:30 pm
Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS) Kolkata's Casa Kitchen, a pure vegetarian restaurant cum bar, is offering a more than opulent indulgence for the corporate gourmet, who wish to conduct a successful business meeting over a lunch or just treat themselves and their discerned delegates.
Raima Sen and Milkha Singh inaugurates Aauris in Kolkata
Nov 05, 2015, at 10:07 pm
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS) Tollywood actress Raima Sen and sporting legend Milkha Singh on Wednesday inaugurated Modern Inns Pvt Ltd's latest venture Aauris, a luxury hotel near Kolkata's Park Street area.
Diwali brings ethnic extravaganza of men’s fashion
Nov 02, 2015, at 02:43 pm
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): Originating from the resplendent and extravagant look that the 'Maharajas' and 'Rajputras' used to carry during bygone eras, the mens' ethnic couture in India has evolved manifolds.
British Council to host 'The Great Talk' in Kolkata
Oct 27, 2015, at 10:07 pm
Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS): The British Council has announced that it will present 'The Great Talk' series in Kolkata which is aimed at motivating young Indian students to plan their careers effectively by interacting with renowned UK speakers.
Festive fever grips Kolkata on Mahaashtami
Oct 21, 2015, at 04:32 pm
Kolkata, Oct 21 (IBNS): The festivity fever reached peak on Wednesday as the day of Mahaashtami brought along happiness and different hues of aspiration with people flocking to the nearby pandals to offer 'anjali', a special prayer to the goddess.
Mahasaptami ups spirit among festive frenzy Kolkatans
Oct 20, 2015, at 05:12 pm
Kolkata, Oct 20 (IBNS): As the day of Mahasaptami commenced, the festive spirit, joy and enthusiasm of the Bengali community in Kolkata received an extra fillip on Tuesday with people upping their celebratory mood to a great deal.
Kolkatans to get soaked into festivity on Mahashashti
Oct 19, 2015, at 04:19 pm
Kolkata, Oct 19 (IBNS): As the day of Mahashashti arrived on Monday, it brought along new hopes and aspirations for the Hindus as people gear up to welcome Goddess Durga officially along with her four children (Laxmi, Saraswati, Kartik and Ganesh) amid pious rituals.
Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja inaugurated by Governor
Oct 19, 2015, at 03:40 am
Kolkata, Oct 18 (IBNS) : One of the popular Durga Pujas of Central Kolkata that one must visit is the Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja that is held every year and showcases magnificent architecture which was inaugurated by West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi.
Vodafone in association with The Bengal spreads cheers among citizens in Durga Puja
Oct 17, 2015, at 09:43 pm
Kolkata, Oct 17 (IBNS): Vodafone India, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, along with a renowned NGO ‘The Bengal’ celebrated this Durga Puja in Kolkata with a difference, by spreading cheer in the lives of 50 senior citizens from the Little Sisters of the Poor.
Kolkata hosts United music festival
Oct 14, 2015, at 03:08 pm
Kolkata, Oct 14 (IBNS) : India is a nation of diverse cultures, religion and lifestyles.
Vodafone attempts to engage customers in Durga Puja
Oct 14, 2015, at 01:30 am
Kolkata Oct 13 (IBNS): With Bengal’s most awaited annual festival around the corner, Vodafone India, one of India’s leading telecom service providers, has conceptualized an innovative initiative to engage with and delight customers visiting Vodafone stores in Kolkata.
Dollar celebrated the spirit of Durga Puja with 'Pujor Chhonde Mato Anonde' in Kolkata
Oct 13, 2015, at 03:00 am
Kolkata, Oct 12 (IBNS) Dollar, a clothing brand, celebrated the festive spirit with 'Pujor Chhonde Mato Anonde', a unique proposition of choosing the best 'para dhak' player, best 'para dunuchi' dancer and best 'para shanko' player, here on Sunday.
Oct 12, 2015, at 03:54 am
Kolkata, Oct 11 (IBNS): Indian Institute of Company Secretaries Of India (ICSI) on Friday announced to develop a course on Goods and Service Tax (GST) at the 10th Regional Conference of Practicing Company Secretariat.
U.S.-India Educational Foundation host EducationUSA fair for students of Kolkata
Oct 12, 2015, at 03:52 am
Kolkata, Oct 11 (IBNS): The U.S. Consulate, in association with USIEF played host to the EducationUSA fair, in Kolkata on Saturday.
Fashion brand Upananda launches their exclusive store in Gariahat
Oct 10, 2015, at 05:57 am
Kolkata, Oct 9 (IBNS): Upananda, Kolkata’s women empowering innovative fashion brand has launched their exclusive store in presence of Tollywood actress Parno Mitra in the city's Gariahat area recently.
Shoppers Stop opens its new store in Kolkata
Oct 10, 2015, at 05:53 am
Kolkata, Oct 9 (IBNS): Shoppers Stop inaugurated its new store at Acropolis mall in Kolkata recently.