May 22, 2021, at 11:02 pm
New Delhi: A High-level virtual meeting will be convened on Sunday with all the States/UT Education Ministers, Education Secretaries and Chairpersons of State Examination Boards and stakeholders to discuss the proposals for the conduct of exams for Class XII and entrance examinations for professional courses.
India gives bigger perspective of life than Norway: Himanshu Gulati
May 22, 2021, at 09:34 pm
Himanshu Gulati, the Indian-origin youngest MP of Norway, had also served as a Deputy Minister of Justice at the age of 25. He is one of the youngest politicians of the Scandinavian country to have assumed such a high profile post. Besides working for his party (Progress Party), Gulati, whose parents are from India, has a keen interest in travelling and has been to more than 160 countries. In an exclusive chat with Ehsaas Woman of Chandigarh, Rishma Gill, Gulati spoke about his political journey as a Norwegian and much more at a session in Ek Mulakat Vishesh, hosted by Prabha Khaitan Foundation and presented by Shree Cement. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks the event
The second wave of COVID-19 has left the F&B industry gasping for breath!
May 22, 2021, at 08:31 pm
Second wave of COVID-19 has brought life to a standstill...almost. Shopping malls, cinema halls, restaurants, bars, gyms, spas, sports complexes, beauty parlours and swimming pools have been shut down indefinitely. The food and beverage industry has been hit hard. Things were looking up post November 2020, and the restaurants were getting back over 50% of pre-Covid business especially through food delivery apps.
UN urges worldwide support for cultural sector to aid COVID recovery
May 22, 2021, at 05:00 pm
New York: The creative and cultural industry has played an essential role the world over throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and deserve more support moving forward, the President of the General Assembly said on Friday.
Ruskin Bond rings in 87th birthday with a tribute from unluclass
May 21, 2021, at 04:02 am
Mussouri, India/IBNS: On the occasion of Ruskin Bond's 87th birthday, the team at learning and entertainment platform unluclass came together and in his honour, released a short audio visual story called “Rusty's Birthday Adventure”.
Kolkata dancer releases new music video as tribute to poet Rabindranath Tagore
May 20, 2021, at 01:07 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based dancer and dance-teacher Sulagna Roy Bhattacharjee recently released a music video titled "Amar Mukti Aloy Aloy" choreographed by her.
Roll the film: COVID-19 disrupts world’s moviedom
May 19, 2021, at 05:19 pm
The impact that Covid-19 has had on the movie industry worldwide is metamorphic. Lauren Polanski, Sophia Gonzalez and Skylar Laird from USA and Avra Biswas from India report on the rise of OTT and downturn of big screen amid a raging pandemic
Second wave of COVID pandemic will make recovery for museums difficult: Vinod Daniel
May 19, 2021, at 04:55 pm
The devastating economic fallout of COVID-19 does not spare museums too. As the world marks International Museums Day on May 18, IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra caught up with Vinod Daniel, Member, Board, International Council of Museums (ICOM), Paris. Excerpts:
Aminia Restaurant opens new delivery centre in Kolkata’s Salt Lake
May 19, 2021, at 12:54 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Biryani lovers residing in the Salt Lake neighbourhood of Kolkata will be delighted to know that Aminia Restaurant has opened a new delivery outlet in the area.
New TVC by PC Chandra Jewellers showcase their wedding collection for modern working women
May 19, 2021, at 12:15 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Eastern India’s leading brand P.C. Chandra Jewellers recently launched a new television commercial highlighting their Wedding Collection, crafted in 18KT gold and diamond.
Audio company releases two new albums online on 160th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore
May 16, 2021, at 04:19 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Audio company Music 2000, established in 1998, recently released two new albums on their online platform to commemorate the 160th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore.
IIM Calcutta holds its 2021 Convocation online
May 16, 2021, at 04:12 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Indian Institute of Management Calcutta conducted its Annual Convocation 2021 through a virtual ceremony on May 15.
5 Reasons Why Online Lottery is Better Than the Traditional Indian Lottery
May 16, 2021, at 02:49 am
The lottery has been around in India for longer than we can remember - it is a much sought-after leisure activity, one that gives people a chance at winning some or a lot of money. That said, the ardour for the traditional Indian lottery is now waning, with online lottery gaining a lot more momentum every year.
Ways to Maintain Your Bike duringSummers
May 15, 2021, at 06:46 pm
As the temperature rises and we slowly move towards the scorching heat it’s important to take care of ourselves and our vehicles. Amidst the COVID crisis, the use of vehicles for most people has reduced which could also mean lesser attention to regular maintenance. This leads to car/bike sitting out in the heat for days. A motorbike requires timely upkeep, especially during summers. So, here’s a list of some important maintenance tips for your bike this summer season -
Jammu and Kashmir: Amid surge in cases, bakery sells online ahead of Eid
May 15, 2021, at 05:17 am
Srinagar: In the run up to the Eid-ul-Fitr, many online platforms have started online sale of bakery items in view of pandemic.
UPSC defers Civil Service prelims exams
May 13, 2021, at 07:49 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: UPSC has postponed the Civil Services preliminary exam which was scheduled on June 27 to October 10 due to the Covid-19 situation in the country, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has said.
IIM Calcutta to hold its 2021 annual convocation online
May 13, 2021, at 06:14 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: In keeping with the ongoing pandemic situation, the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) has decided to take its Annual Convocation 2021 online.
ITC Royal Bengal & ITC Sonar ready to home deliver their Eid special dishes
May 13, 2021, at 06:09 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar are offering home delivery of their curated Eid special spread between May 13 and 16.
Kotak Silk salutes #MomsOnDuty this Mother’s Day
May 12, 2021, at 04:55 am
Kolkata/IBNS: As India fights a fierce battle against the pandemic, Kotak Silk put the spotlight this Mothers' Day on the "MomsOnDuty" and their steadfast and unwavering commitment to serve those in need with a new campaign.
Paprika Gourmet DIY Kits for a special Mother's Day meal
May 08, 2021, at 02:47 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Those who would like to cook a special meal for their Mother on her special day (May 9), DIY kits are a convenient option.
Record number of students enrol for latest IIM Calcutta MBAEx program
May 06, 2021, at 03:33 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta recently welcomed the 15th batch of MBAEx students through virtual mode keeping in mind the pandemic.
ITC Royal Bengal & ITC Sonar: Mother's Day Special Offers
May 06, 2021, at 02:53 am
Kolkata/IBNS: ITC hotels in Kolkata have pulled out all the stops to help patrons celebrate Mother’s Day (May 9) in style.
Joy in South Sudan, as schools reopen after 14-month COVID lockdown
May 06, 2021, at 02:25 am
New York: The countrywide reopening of schools in South Sudan is a welcome step on the road to “normalcy” for youngsters, two in three of whom need humanitarian assistance, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Tuesday.
Six girls from Assam develop biodegradable yoga mat, may save lakes from water hyacinth menace
May 06, 2021, at 01:50 am
A biodegradable and compostable yoga mat developed from water hyacinth by six young girls from a fishing community in Assam could turn this water plant from a nuisance to wealth.
Jewellery makes a charming gift for Mother’s Day
May 05, 2021, at 02:40 am
Kolkata/IBNS: For this Mother’s Day (May 9), why not gift her a special token of love and appreciation such as a customised piece of jewellery?
Special Mother's Day desserts from JW Marriott Kolkata, home delivery available
May 03, 2021, at 08:09 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: With the recent pandemic norms enforced in Kolkata, inviting your mother out for a special treat this Mother’s Day (May 9) may not be feasible.
Letters from a daughter to her mother
May 02, 2021, at 12:12 am
In a virtual session of Tete-a-tea organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation of Kolkata, UK-based author, journalist and social worker Lady Mohini Kent Noon, had an engaging conversation with Dr Alka Bagri and Bina Rani – two leading women achievers of Indian origin in the UK and cancer survivors. The two women spoke on the overarching influence of mothers in their lives as the session focussed on Lady Mohini Kent Noon’s book 'Dear Mama', a compilation of intimate letters to their mothers written by billionaires, spiritual gurus, members of the British House of Lords, political leaders, members of royal families, actors, entrepreneurs, journalists, photographers and doctors. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts of the conversation
Jammu and Kashmir: Webinar on pashmina issues, prospects organised
May 01, 2021, at 11:38 pm
Srinagar: The Director Handicrafts and Handloom Kashmir, Mahmood Ahmad Shah, today chaired a webinar discussing issues with the stakeholders related to pashmina and its future prospectus.
A son talks about the literary enterprise of his parents
May 01, 2021, at 05:37 pm
Anirban Dhar, son of late Pratima Dhar talks about why decided to get his mother’s Bengali novel ‘Uttorsuri’ translated into English.
A book about how migrants pay the price when a country is split up
May 01, 2021, at 05:27 pm
For her novel ‘The Descendants’ (originally written in Bengali as 'Uttorsuri 'and translated to English by Amitava Chatterjee), Pratima Dhar delved into her own experience of migrating from East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) as a kid during the partition of India, and the travails of such families while settling in a new land.