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Pakistan's Lahore has become world's most polluted city with an AQI of 1900 on Sunday | Indian Army 'successfully completes' patrolling to a key point in Ladakh's Depsang region | US presidential election: Donald Trump ahead of Kamala Harris in swing states, poll survey predicts | 'I strongly condemn Hindu temple attack, intimidation of our diplomats': PM Modi amid Canada row | 'I strongly condemn Hindu temple attack, intimidation of our diplomats': PM Modi amid Canada row | PM Modi slams INDIA block for its silence over Sena UBT leader's sexist remark against Shaina NC | PDP member brings anti-Article 370 resolution in J&K assembly; BJP resists, CM Abdullah says only govt can do it | Deeply disappointing: Indian High Commission reacts to 'Khalistani' attack on Hindus at Canada temple | Unacceptable: Justin Trudeau after suspected Khalistani members attack Hindu temple in Canada | Canada: Suspected Khalistani members target devotees outside Hindu temple in Brampton, Justin Trudeau calls it 'unacceptable'

Former Miss India unveils ‘Yashoda’, honours writer with ‘Author of 2021’ Award

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Mumbai:  Former Miss India Shivani Jadhav has unveiled the book, Yashoda, about women’s empowerment in a small town in Bihar, and also honoured its writer Manoj Kumar Rao with the ‘Author of the year 2021’ award.

Karaoke app ‘Star Manch’ announces association with 45th International Kolkata Book Fair with its new ‘Boi Melar Gaan’

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata: After a gap of one year, Kolkatans breathe a sigh of relief as the 45th International Kolkata Book Fair 2022 is all set to make a comeback this year.

George Telegraph Group owned Alameeb Mediart Lab celebrated star-studded Love Carnival 2022

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Alameeb Mediart Lab, an initiative by the George Telegraph Group organized Love Carnival 2022 today to celebrate Valentine’s Day uniquely by celebrating love for art and work with budding artists.  

Pokémon GO Tour will celebrate its second edition in India

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata: Pokémon GO Tour will celebrate its second edition of the global event in India.

Covid has had a huge negative impact on museums: Vinod Daniel

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Vinod Daniel Member, Board, International Council of Museums (ICOM) and Chairman, AusHeritage, is busy these days with the upcoming 2-Day Global Summit on ‘Reimagining Museums in India’ which will start from February 15.  IBNS-TWF correspondent Supriyo Hazra caught up with him to discuss his project and the challenges museums are facing amid the pandemic. Excerpts:

KISNA launches special diamond jewellery for Valentine’s Day celebrations

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata: KISNA, the domestic retail jewellery arm of HK Jewels, announced on Monday the launch of exquisite diamond jewellery collection, "Celebration” as part of the Valentine’s Day celebrations.

Ministry of Culture to organize first of its kind Global Summit on ‘Reimagining Museums in India’ this week

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

New Delhi: The Ministry of Culture, Government of India will organize a first of its kind, 2-Day Global Summit on ‘Reimagining Museums in India’, on Feb 15-16.

Linc Limited unveils all-new mass premium brand 'Lincplus'

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Linc Limited has unveiled mass premium brand "Lincplus" as the heritage company has forayed into a new vertical of health and hygiene.

Head to the ITC Hotels in Kolkata for an exquisite Valentine's Day celebration

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: If you are looking for a bespoke lunch or dinner with your beloved better half in Kolkata, check out the offers from ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar.

Welcoming babies with wombs on rent

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Star couples, most recently Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, proudly announce their new parenthood through surrogacy these days. Does this new openness and acceptance by society at large also indicate a change in attitude, wonders Ranjita Biswas

IHCL announces opening of Raajkutir

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the opening of Raajkutir, an IHCL SeleQtions hotel in Kolkata, West Bengal.

The Bengal pays tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on Republic Day

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The Bengal, a Kolkata-based NGO comprising eminent people, in association with Shree Cement paid tribute to India's freedom fighter and icon, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, on the occasion of the country's 73rd Republic Day on Jan 26.

What Brand of Refrigerator Has the Best Customer Service?

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

When you are purchasing a new refrigerator, there are several factors that you consider. These include the brand, capacity, features, durability, design and energy star ratings. However, one important aspect that people often overlook is customer service. At times, home appliances like refrigerators require maintenance, repairs or other technical support. In such cases, the customer service provided by your refrigerator brand becomes crucial. 

The Pokémon Company banks on multilingual content to boost its Indian presence

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The Pokémon Company announced its India-focused hinterland content strategy to drive its subscriber base and viewership on YouTube.

JK: Cultural prog organised

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Srinagar: In continuation to the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ initiative of the government commemorating 75 years of progressive India, the Artists of Cultural Unit Srinagar today performed at Auditorium Hall of DIPR, here.

4 Ways to Improve the Longevity of Your Relationship

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Whether you’ve been in a relationship for 2 weeks or 2 years, you probably worry if you’re investing your energy into something that will stand the test of time. Nobody likes wasting their time (and emotions) on a relationship that is doomed to fail. While not every couple is a match made in heaven, everybody will experience setbacks that can make it more difficult to ensure a long, healthy relationship. Fortunately, there are ways to overcome these challenges and even make them less frequent. So, in today’s post, we will look at 4 ways to improve the longevity of your relationship!

Chai- the brew that binds India

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

German social worker Marco Husler has made a documentary film called Masala Chai which brings to the fore the much-loved Indian brew with its many regional flavours and the people who serve them. Shoma A. Chatterji reports

Google doodles to mark Fatima Sheikh's birth anniversary 

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

New York: Popular internet search engine Google on Sunday decorated its homepage with a doodle to mark the birth anniversary of India's first female Muslim teacher, educator and feminist icon Fatima Sheikh.

Bushra Bano of Uttar Pradesh becomes an IPS beating four surgeries, responsibility of two kids

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

It’s very rare in the history of Indian civil services that women candidates face interviews when they are more than eight months' pregnant and have undergone multiple surgeries. Dr Bushra Bano, a resident of Sork qaswa in Kannauj district, UP, and Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Firozabad (Sadar tehsil), has faced this odds meritoriously. She has secured the 234th rank in the latest UPSC list of successful candidates. She was allotted the Indian Police Services (IPS).

Kolkata Police's initiative Pronam celebrates Christmas with elderly citizens of St Joseph’s Home

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Pronam, a joint initiative of the Bengal and Kolkata Police for the senior citizens of the city and supported by Shree Cement, organized a programme “Celebration of Christmas” at the Little Sisters of the Poor, St Joseph’s Home for the aged in Kolkata on Sunday.

Hard Rock Cafe: 50 years since it began on an iconic journey

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Hard Rock Cafe® (HRC) turned 50 since it was established in London by Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton.

Miss World postponed as India's Manasa, 16 others test Covid positive

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

New Delhi/UNI: The finale of global pageant Miss World, which was to take place at the Puerto Rico Coliseum Jose Miguel Agrelot on Friday (India time), was cancelled at the 11th hour as many contestants, including India's Manasa Varanasi, tested positive for Covid-19.

4 Ways to Style Your Fancy Sarees Like a Bollywood Diva

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Sarees have been the traditional attire for women in India for centuries. Over time, this attire has remained relevant because women have adapted sarees to their own styles with new draping techniques. Six yards of cloth still remain the same as it was centuries ago, but the way it is worn, adorned, and presented has changed over the years.

Dr B C Roy Institute makeover revives city’s glorious architectural splendour

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The major renovation of the Dr B C Roy Institute at Kolkata's Sealdah region by the Eastern Railway, formerly known as The Clem Browne Institute, has revived the spirit of its past architectural splendour and heritage through restoration work.

Sting signs up Akshay Kumar as its first-ever brand ambassador in India

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata: Teaming up to bring a jolt of energy for its consumers, PepsiCo India’s energy drink Sting announced Bollywood megastar Akshay Kumar its first-ever brand ambassador in India.

Aligarh’s Areeba shoots to fame, breaks stereotypes about Muslim girls

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Areeba Khan, a 20-year-old student of Aligarh Muslim University, breaks the image of AMU girls that are often portrayed in the media as burqa-clad conservative women. In fact, she breaks the image of average Indian girls who are considered to be diffident and unfit for uncommon sports like shooting. Areeba today is the number two-ranked shooter of India, writes Dr. Shujaat Ali Quadri

Roulette as One of the Most Popular Online Casino Games

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Recently, roulette has gained wide popularity among gamblers. Like other online casino games, it's a unique opportunity to relax, have fun, and make an average evening more exciting. However, it's important to have patience and luck to make it more enjoyable.

Piyush Goyal shares throwback pics with wife Seema on 30th wedding anniversary

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

Delhi/IBNS: Union minister Piyush Goyal, who celebrated his 30th marriage anniversary Wednesday, shared the memories of his wedding day on Twitter along with a heartwarming note for his wife Seema Goyal.  

Translation is also 'transcreation', says writer-journalist Ranjita Biswas on receiving PFC-Valley of Words award

Sep 08, 2024, at 11:45 pm

“Today translation as a literary genre is getting amply recognised, if long overdue, in India. In another development in recent years, it is now accepted that writings in English is part of the wider spectrum of Indian regional literatures,” said Ranjita Biswas, journalist, author and translator, in her acceptance speech after receiving the PFC-Valley of Words, 2021, Award in the English Translation category.