Curated Ramadan menu from ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar
Apr 17, 2021, at 12:31 am
Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Royal Bengal & ITC Sonar has curated a selection of iftaari’ delights this Ramadan under their ‘Ruhaniyat’ edition of Gourmet Couch and Biryani & Pulao Collection, including items from Nutmeg- The Gourmet Shop.
Apr 16, 2021, at 08:08 pm
Asha Bajaj reviews "21 Days with the Mistress of King Midas" written by Dr. Marcia Ann Mims Coppertino
Jammu and Kashmir: Tourism department organises Shikara Rally
Apr 16, 2021, at 04:55 pm
Srinagar: As a part of “Azaadika Amrut Mahotsav” celebrations marking the 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence, Directorate of Tourism Kashmir Wednesday organised a Shikara rally in Dal Lake in which over 50 shikara boats participated.
Centre postpones NEET Post-Grad entrance exam scheduled for Sunday amid Covid surge
Apr 16, 2021, at 03:27 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The NEET-Post Graduate medical entrance exams - scheduled to be held on Sunday - have been postponed "in light of the surge in COVID-19 cases", Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan informed on Thursday evening.
Best smartphones to watch out for in 2021
Apr 15, 2021, at 08:37 pm
Imagine your life without mobile phones just for a fraction of second! Looks impossible, isn’t it? From morning tea to good night dinner, people have become accustomed to using smartphones throughout the day. Be it shopping, ordering food, booking flight tickets, taking a doctor appointment or just connecting with a friend who stays miles apart. This device makes everything possible!
Apr 15, 2021, at 06:01 am
Toronto/IBNS: Although the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the economy has taken precedence over matters, its impact on the education sector has not been any less. In fact, developing countries like India are still trying to come to terms with the shift from traditional classroom teaching to that online.
Welcome the Bengali New Year at ITC Royal Bengal's Grand Market Pavilion
Apr 14, 2021, at 07:12 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Royal Bengal has laid out a special spread at their buffet restaurant, the Grand Market Pavilion, for the Bengali New Year, and assures patrons of following all safety protocols under their WeAssure program.
Museums must not be overlooked in pandemic recovery, UNESCO chief warns
Apr 14, 2021, at 05:10 pm
New York: Faced with alarming and extended closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world’s museums are of “fundamental importance” to reviving cultural life and preserving our shared heritage “in all its diversity”, said the UN cultural agency chief on Tuesday.
Enjoy a sumptuous Bengali New Year spread at these two luxury addresses in Kolkata
Apr 14, 2021, at 01:36 am
Kolkata/IBNS: If you are planning to eat out this Bengali New Year, here are two restaurants who not only promise a lavish spread but also ensure that all pandemic related safety protocols are maintained.
It is sholoana Bangaliana at Lord of the Drinks!
Apr 13, 2021, at 10:39 pm
It is feasting time at Lord of the Drinks…and why not! It is time to ring in the Bengali Naboborsho or Poila Boishakh. Come April and the festive spirit grips every Bengali household—cleaning, shopping and planning for a big feast or a party! Lord of the Drinks with its envious presence in Kolkata could not have stayed away from this special occasion.
Gopala’s is here to serve all that is sattvic!
Apr 13, 2021, at 05:05 pm
The applique Pipli lanterns, suspended from the branches of a roadside tree, work as address indicators. As I drove towards Hazra More, these colourful lanterns told me where to alight. Sure enough it was Gopala’s. The address was 8/1A, Hazra Road, Kolkata.
JW Marriott to hold Hakka Chinese pop up by Chef Katherine Chung
Apr 13, 2021, at 02:28 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Vintage Asia at JW Marriott Kolkata is hosting a pop-up with Chef Katherine Chung at the helm and assisted by the hotel’s in-house team.
Schools in Delhi closed until further notice amid surge in Covid-19 cases
Apr 10, 2021, at 05:17 am
Delhi/IBNS: The schools in Delhi will remain closed until further notice amid a huge surge in Covid-19 cases, Chief Minister Avind Kejriwal said on Friday.
Sufism the base of Peace: JKYDF
Apr 10, 2021, at 12:35 am
Baramulla: The socio-cultural and developmental non-government organisation, Jammu and Kashmir Youth Development Forum (JKYDF), held a day-long Conference on Sufism titled "Role of Sufism for Peace,brotherhood & Tolerance" here today.
Jammu and Kashmir: Deliver online classes from schools: DSEJ to Teachers
Apr 09, 2021, at 11:26 pm
Srinagar: The teaching and non-teaching staff in Jammu division schools has been asked to attend the schools as per routine to deliver online classes for students during the closure of the schools.
Seven Kolkata restaurants with special menus for Bengali New Year celebrations
Apr 09, 2021, at 07:52 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The Bengali New Year's day not only marks an auspicious start to the year but also an occasion to go feasting with family and friends.
Grab some Asian street food at this new restaurant in Kolkata
Apr 09, 2021, at 05:33 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: With the pandemic restrictions and the ban on international travel, are you missing the delightful street foods found across Asian countries such as Thailand, Singapore or Malaysia?
Swarit Foundation’s Smaran concert series back with on stage performances
Apr 09, 2021, at 03:42 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi-based Swarit Foundation held the 12th edition of its concert series Smaran with live on-stage performances but maintaining all pandemic related safety protocols, including maintaining distance while seating the audience.
Catch singer Rupankar live at JW Marriott Kolkata
Apr 09, 2021, at 02:48 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Popular Bengali singer-songwriter Rupankar Bagchi will be performing live at JW Marriott Kolkata as part of the Poila Baisakh celebrations.
Five Kolkata jewellers with new collections for Poila Baisakh
Apr 07, 2021, at 02:47 am
Kolkata/IBNS: In the current pandemic situation, it is wise not to leave shopping plans till the last minute, especially for things like jewellery and ornaments, which require a lot of browsing and discussion.
How about a Sunday brunch at Kenilworth?
Apr 06, 2021, at 12:30 am
“She's got style, she's got grace, she's a winner” these words from a Tom Jones’s number come to my mind as I sit down to write about my recent gastronomic experience at the Kenilworth Hotel.
Jammu and Kashmir: Ramzan Festival begins in Srinagar
Apr 05, 2021, at 01:16 am
Srinagar: The Jannat Events and Marketing on Saturday kicked off a twelve-day Ramzan festival at a local hotel here in Srinagar to promote local trade in the Valley.
Jammu and Kashmir: Style and Streax unisex salon opens at Parraypora
Apr 05, 2021, at 12:30 am
Srinagar: Style and Streax unisex salon was inaugurated by SDPO Fayaz Geelani and Greater Kashmir’s Rashid Makhdoomi, here at Parraypora Srinagar today.
Fashion stems in the land of Shikaras as Kashmir breaks a stereotype
Apr 04, 2021, at 05:05 am
Srinagar: India's treasured daughter Kashmir, which is believed to be a conservative society with many women still following clothing that covers most of their bodies, witnessed its first Fashion Show called 'The Kashmir Fashion Show' recently.
Jammu and Kashmir: NIT Srinagar winds up physical classes over COVID-19 concerns
Apr 02, 2021, at 10:39 pm
Srinagar: The authorities at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar have decided to discontinue holding physical classes of the students over COVID-19 concerns. The Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. (Dr) Rakesh Sehgal while talking to Greater Kashmir said they have decided to discontinue offline classes of first year and second year students after seven positive cases were reported from the institute within this week.
Hafele offers a range of solutions for application on glass doors and panels
Apr 02, 2021, at 10:25 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: A door to a house or any building for that matter tells a lot about the people who stay inside, and therefore has been an important element of architectural planning.
Jammu and Kashmir: Govt likely to authorise DCs on continuing schools
Apr 02, 2021, at 10:00 pm
Srinagar: The J&K government is mulling to authorise the District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMA) headed by the Deputy Commissioners to decide about continuation of classes in the schools.
Enhance the hygiene and aesthetics of your kitchen with Hafele’s new range of sinks
Apr 02, 2021, at 09:57 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Often we do not pay much attention to the kitchen sink beyond ensuring that it is clean. But did you know it is one of the most important components of the kitchen, especially at commercial establishments, which can make or break your hygiene rules?
Jammu and Kashmir: 5-day Tulip festival to begin from April 3
Apr 02, 2021, at 09:53 pm
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir government is all set to host a five-day long tulip festival in Srinagar.
There’s lots brewing at Craft Coffee
Apr 01, 2021, at 10:21 pm
What’s brewing on Park Street? Lots by way of new-wave artisanal coffee! Enter Craft Coffee—housed inside the iconic Trincas. That’s where the action is. Perhaps it is the only one of its kind on Park Street—the hub where food, drinks and music combine to create an environment conducive to experimentation for everything related to food. This is where the old and the new co-exist making way for healthy competition and room for innovation. Craft Coffee has brought with it the aroma of fresh artsy coffee served with love.