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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 | Former Delhi minister Kailash Gahlot joins BJP a day after quitting AAP | Manipur's unabated violence kills 1 more in Jiribam, Amit Shah schedules meeting today | Bengal: 17 arrested in clashes between two groups in Murshidabad's Beldanga over Kartik Puja pandal row | Delhi records season's worst AQI, train and flight services hit, schools shifted to online mode | Narendra Modi govt attends to people's voices: Nirmala Sitharaman replies to X user's request | Manipur violence: Civil society gives 24-hour ultimatum to govt after mob attacks N Biren Singh's home | Narendra Modi leaves for three-nation tour, focus remains on G20 Summit in Brazil

There is immense potential for collaboration in edtech sector between India, UK: British Deputy High Commissioner Andrew Fleming

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:25 pm

British Deputy High Commissioner to East and Northeast India Andrew Fleming said on Friday that there is immense scope for collaboration in education technology sector between India and the UK.

Kolkata's Acropolis Mall reopens tomorrow: Here's list of retail shops that are ready to operate

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:26 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Forty-nine days after it was shut due to a fire incident, Acropolis Mall in Kolkata is set to reopen on Saturday.

'Not a couture show, I stand by our design': Tarun Tahiliani responds to flak over Team India's Olympics costume

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:26 pm

Celebrated fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani, who is showered with reproval on the Internet for going wrong with the Indian Team's outfits in the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris, was roped in to design the costumes by the Indian authorities.

Apple releases first preview of iPhone Apple Intelligence

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:27 pm

In a highly anticipated move, tech major Apple has unveiled the iPhone Apple Intelligence integration.

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.

Kolkata: Bengali actor Tota Roychowdhury, Dr Apurba Ghosh launch book on Pediatric Dermatology

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:30 pm

Actor Tota Roy Chowdhury joined Dr. Apurba Ghosh and singer Rupankar Bagchi for the launch of a book titled 'Sishu Twak Ojana Katha' during an event in Kolkata's Rotary Sadan recently.

Open AI to challenge Google with its new AI-powered search engine named SearchGPT. Here is how to try it

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:30 pm

Giving a challenge to Google, Open AI has launched an artificial-intelligence-powered search engine named SearchGPT which will provide users real-time access to users from the internet.

Bangla bands should focus on original composition: Bhoomi's Soumitra Ray

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:30 pm

Premier Bangla band Bhoomi, which was formed way back in 2000, is completing 25 years of its journey amid occasional turbulence. In an interview with IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh, Bhoomi's lead singer Soumitra Ray speaks on the band's journey, future and more in the 25th year of the group...

Religion of Humanity: Kidney swap saves lives of Hindu, Muslim patients in Uttar Pradesh

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:32 pm

Both kidney donated patients are from different religions, but their families have set a big example by following the tenets of one faith- the religion of humanity.

I can see the Indian museum sector making great strides over the next decade: Vinod Daniel

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:33 pm

India Vision Institute's CEO and veteran museum expert Vinod Daniel hopes to see the Indian museum sector make great strides in the coming decades. IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra discussed the future of museums and how he plans to continue his philanthropic works with IVI in future. Excerpts

Asam Sahitya Sabha branch opened in Kolkata

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:34 pm

Kolkata: A branch of the century-old Asam Sahitya Sabha was inaugurated in Kolkata on Monday in the presence of its president Dr Surya Kanta Hazarika at the Assam Bhavan.

Dr. Probal Roy: A mountaineer and a good samaritan

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:35 pm

A pall of gloom descended in Kolkata's contiguous South 24 Pargana District of West Bengal as well as among the mountaineering fraternity in the state when the demise of one of the noted  ENT specialists and a keen mountain lover  Dr. Probal Roy was received. 

Kolkata: First ever outlet of Oudh 1590 at Deshapriya Park gets brand new look

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:35 pm

Kolkata's Mughlai restaurant chain Oudh 1590 recently unveiled the refreshed look of its maiden outlet at Deshapriya Park.

Radhika Merchant's bridal look is every bit ethereal. Check pics here

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:36 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The bridal look of Radhika Merchant was shared by stylist Rhea Kapoor as she geared up for her wedding with Anant Ambani on Friday and oh boy, she nailed it in a stunning lehenga designed by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla.

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.

Jinia's Pizzario opens first pizza outlet in Kolkata's Behala promising foodies scrumptious bites

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:37 pm

Food entrepreneur Jinia Bhattacharya has teamed up with Delhi based chef Shiv Shankar Ghosh to open their first pizza outlet at Behala recently.

Technology major Motorola Solutions acquires Noggin

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm

Technology major Motorola Solutions has acquired Noggin, a global provider of cloud-based business continuity planning, operational resilience and critical event management (CEM) software.

Hussain Tekri in Madhya Pradesh: A sanctuary of serenity amidst Muharram's reverence

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm

Deep in the heartland of Madhya Pradesh, nestled among the undulating hills and verdant landscapes, lies a small village whose name resonates with reverence and devotion: Hussain Tekri.

I am interested in Urdu, not obsessed with it: Writer Rakshanda Jalil

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm

Indian writer-translator Rakshanda Jalil was the guest at An Author's Afternoon, organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation, at Taj Bengal in Kolkata on Friday. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh pens down Jalil's words on her education, teaching profession, Urdu and her PhD. topic. Excerpts...

North India’s first integrated B.Tech program in AI and data engineering

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm

Lovely Professional University (LPU) has marked a significant milestone in educational innovation with the launch of the northern region’s inaugural work-integrated Bachelor of Technology program in Computer Science and Engineering, specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Engineering.

Microsoft layoffs: Satya Nadella company terminates employees across verticals in fresh job cuts for 'future growth'

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm

Washington/IBNS: American tech company Microsoft said that it held another round of layoffs this week as part of its ongoing effort to streamline its workforce after reports claimed that the new job cuts will impact various teams and locations across the Satya Nadella company.

NEET-PG exam to be held this month, question paper to be prepped 2 hours prior: Reports

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The NEET-PG exam, conducted for admission to postgraduate medical courses, will be held this month, media reports said after the Home Ministry met officials from the government's anti-cybercrime body.

HireMee joins hands with Global Mentorship Initiative to bridge the gap between graduation and jobs

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm

In a first of its kind, HireMee, an AI-enabled Talent Assessment and Hiring platform, has signed a MoU with Rockefeller Foundation’s Global Mentorship Initiative (GMI) to bridge the gap between graduation and first career jobs for young graduates from diverse communities.

Kriti Sanon graces launch of Fujifilm's instaxmini SE in India

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Kriti Sanon graced the launch of Fujifilm's latest addition, instaxmini SE, in Mumbai on Monday.

Samsung teases next frontier of Galaxy AI in different cities

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm

Ahead of Galaxy Unpacked July 2024, ‘Galaxy AI is Here’, Samsung Electronics launched a global billboard campaign in anticipation of the next chapter of Galaxy AI.

Australia hikes visa fees for international students

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm

The Australian government has hiked the fees for international students, officials said on Monday.

TISS withdraws mass termination notice to faculty, non-teaching staff

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm

Mumbai: The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has withdrawn the non-renewal notices previously issued to 55 teaching and 60 non-teaching staff members, media reported, citing a circular released on Sunday.

Include literature in CSR initiatives: cultural activist Sundeep Bhutoria writes to PM Modi

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm

Social and cultural activist Sundeep Bhutoria has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to include 'Literature' as a part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity for corporates.

Cancelled a day after examination, UGC-NET exam gets fresh schedule. Check out here

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The National Testing Agency (NTA) Friday announced that the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) will be held between August 21 and September 4, 2024.

Legendary Shatatantri Veena player Tarun Bhattacharya presents one of his overseas disciples to the music connoisseurs of Kolkata

Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm

Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, a Shatatantri Veena (Santoor) legend, has consistently championed the promotion of young musicians.