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Jacqueline Fernandez goes global with Nova eyewear brand

Jun 11, 2018, at 04:41 pm

Mumbai, June 11 (IBNS): Nova Eyewear,the global eyewear brand from the house of Vision Rx Lab, todayintroducedthe gorgeous and stunning Bollywood diva, the winner of Miss Sri Lankan Universe pageant 2006, Jacqueline Fernandez as their first ever global brand ambassador in the wake of completion of a decade.

There are twists and turns at the Mango Street c/o Café 4/1

Jun 10, 2018, at 01:08 pm

Come let’s explore ‘Mango Street’ with its delightful twists and turns c/o Café 4/1! Open yourselves to an experimental journey where mangoes take you on a delectable culinary tour. Well ‘Mango Street’ is…and surely you may have guessed…an innovative festival of mango treats—Mango Galouti, Mango Cheese Cigar Rolls, Penne Mango Arrabbiata and Mango Pizza.

Thinking of studying abroad, well think of Australia then

Jun 09, 2018, at 01:11 pm

Australia is the new and attractive destination beckoning Indian students to study abroad, not just for the academic opportunities there but also the employability factor, which is a major plus point.

US Consulate Kolkata celebrates student Visa Day

Jun 08, 2018, at 05:53 pm

Kolkata, June 8 (IBNS): On Wednesday, more than four thousand bright, ambitious students from all across India appeared for visa interviews at the U.S. Mission's five visa-issuing posts, before they start their educational journey in the United States.

Defined by Dance

Jun 08, 2018, at 04:31 pm

Fulbright scholar Swarnamalya Ganesh highlights the importance of combining art with education and research for a life of continued learning, finds SPAN writer Paromita Pain

Frontline Kashmir: Where bullets do the talking...

Jun 08, 2018, at 02:07 pm

Indian soldiers in Kashmir guard the border in the line of fire along the LoC with Pakistan. Kavita Suri reports from Pallanwala where nature has unleashed its bounty but only bullets do the talking

Book review: Gautam Maitra's novel 'Banhi' raises questions about social ills prevailing in the country

Jun 07, 2018, at 05:20 pm

Gautam Maitra’s 'Banhi' is the story of a young girl’s journey through life, braving through injustices, crimes, and cruelties that life presented her with, to her final victory.

Author interview: Nirbhay Singh on his debut book 'Why I Do Not Need to Travel to a Developing Country'

Jun 06, 2018, at 04:35 pm

Born in a remote Indian village, the author overcame odds to study at a leading Canadian university. His debut book 'Why I Do Not Need to Travel to a Developing Country' charts his journey among other things.

Kolkata: Eat Good Food introduces a bakery section and a revamped menu

Jun 06, 2018, at 01:21 pm

Kolkata, Jun 6 (IBNS): Eat Good Food, one of Kolkata's popular all-day cafe, has opened a bakery section and also revamped its regular menu, tweaking it especially to help its patrons counter the summer heat.

Book review: Author Nirbhay Singh on why he doesn't need to travel to a developing country

Jun 05, 2018, at 06:13 pm

Nirbhay Singh’s 'Why I Don’t need to Travel to a Developing Country', from Power Publishers, echoes the same philosophy as does a bildungsroman, tracing the physical and psychological growth of the author in his own words, as he travels from India to Canada.

Kolkata: Cultural organisation presents 100th stage enactment of Tagore's dance drama

Jun 05, 2018, at 06:04 pm

Kolkata, Jun 5 (IBNS): Kolkata-based cultural organisation Garfa Mitrayan presented their 100th stage enactment of Rabindranath Tagore’s dance drama ‘Chandalika’ recently.

Kolkata: Head to The Salt House for a ‘BAD’ Experience with Yoga

Jun 05, 2018, at 01:00 pm

Kolkata, Jun 5 (IBNS): When BAD is good? Puzzled? Well head to Kolkata's popular restobar, The Salt House, in June, and you'll know for yourself

Author interview: Satish Chandra on 'Reengagement of Transgender People'

Jun 04, 2018, at 02:26 pm

Satish Chandra talks about how he was motivated to edit this collection of essays on transgender people and spreading awareness about their inclusion in society. 

Author interview: Iona Banerjee on her aspirations as an author

Jun 04, 2018, at 01:43 pm

Her book 'Through a Prism; is a reflection of her fondness for reading different genres  

School syllabi to be reduced for classes I and II and pass-fail system in classes V and VIII to be started in March 2019: Union HRD Minister

Jun 03, 2018, at 09:21 pm

Kolkata , June 3 (IBNS): Union Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar interacted with radio jockeys and addressed media in a press conference held at Kolkata on Saturday.

Power Publishers and Motion Pictures to work on web series and short film projects

Jun 02, 2018, at 03:20 pm

Kolkata, Jun 2 (IBNS): Power Publishers and Motion Pictures, the media and film division of Kolkata-based Power Publishers is venturing into the arena with web series and short film projects.

Tollywood actor Abir Chatterjee launches Fbb's "Jamai Srestho" campaign

Jun 01, 2018, at 06:20 pm

Kolkata, June 1 (IBNS): With Tollywood actor Abir Chatterjee launching fashion brand Fbb's "Jamai Srestho" campaign in Lake Mall in Kolkata on Thursday, it's time for sons-in-law to enjoy something more than a sumptuous meal cooked specially by their mother-in-law for this 'jamai shosthi' festival.

HRD Minister Javadekar congratulates CBSE students who passed board examintions

May 29, 2018, at 10:33 pm

New Delhi, May 29 (IBNS): Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Prakash Javadekar has congratulated all Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) students who passed their Class X board examinations on Tuesday.

CBSE class 10 results declared, 86.7 percent pass

May 29, 2018, at 08:26 pm

New Delhi, May 29 (IBNS): The Central Board of Secondary Education declared the Class 10th result for 2018 on Tuesday. at 13: 15 in the afternoon.

Author interview: Author Mayur Agrawal talks about his book 'The Equations of Destiny'

May 28, 2018, at 10:52 pm

For someone who could not even attempt essay writing during examinations, becoming a published writer, is definitely a quirk of destiny says Mayur Agrawal.

Cancer Research: Fighting the fault in their stars

May 28, 2018, at 12:21 am

An American Indian doctor in a Missouri lab is using modern techniques to turn herbs used in ancient Indian cures into potentially life-saving medicine for breast and prostate cancer. Madeline Jones and Cameron LaFontaine in USA and Ranojoy Saha and Sudipto Maity in India report

Subhankar Bhaumik's maiden anthology of poems "Ecstasy" pulls heartstrings

May 27, 2018, at 07:47 am

Kolkata, May 27 (IBNS) He was a closet poet for many years. But when publisher Bird Nest approached Kolkata-based educationist  Subhankar Bhaumik to produce an anthology of poems at a short notice, the outcome was Ecstasy, a collection of verses that brings a whiff of freshness. 

'Future of Change' UNSW scholarship entries close May 30

May 27, 2018, at 01:02 am

New Delhi May 26 (IBNS): The ‘Future of Change’ UNSW scholarships designed to attract bright Indian minds to pursue their undergraduate and post graduate studies at the premier Australian varsity have met with an overwhelming response.

CBSE 12th results declared; Pass percentage goes up

May 26, 2018, at 06:54 pm

New Delhi, May 26 (IBNS) :   The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Saturday released the Class 12 results on the official website with the pass percentage improving to 83.01- almost one percent up as compared to that in the last year.

CBSE to announce its Class XII result tomorrow

May 26, 2018, at 03:24 am

New Delhi, May 25 (IBNS): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce Class XII result on Saturday.

Boys shine in Assam HSLC (Class 10) results

May 26, 2018, at 01:32 am

Guwahati, May 25 (IBNS): The results for High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) Examination, 2018, also known as Class 10, and Assam High Madrasa Examination, were declared on Friday morning by the Board of Secondary Education, Assam (SEBA).

UNSW Sydney’s Diploma in Science & Engg, with pathways to Degree, invites State Board pass outs

May 24, 2018, at 09:54 pm

New Delhi May 22 (IBNS): Choosing where to study abroad can be a tricky proposition for students in India, especially with a wide range of good foreign universities beckoning. 

Red FM's 'Bajao for a Cause' collaborates with Kailash Satyarthi Children’s Foundation

May 24, 2018, at 02:40 am

Kolkata, May 23 (IBNS): 93.5 Red FM has associated with Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi's Children’s Foundation for their annual CSR initiative - Bajao For A Cause. 

Book review: A Bengali guide book telling you how to earn by taking advantage of the web world

May 23, 2018, at 11:49 pm

'Internet Theke Ortho Uparjoner Guide Boi' written in Bengali by Rajarshi Manna is a timely publication that will benefit Bengali speaking readers to harness the power of the internet to make a living.

Book review: Self Motivation Therapy by Abhishek Nandy

May 23, 2018, at 11:22 pm

'Self Motivation Therapy' is a self-help book written by Abhishek Nandy, where he talks about the need to follow one's passion among other things.