In Images: Announcement press meet of 47th International Kolkata Book Fair
Nov 30, 2023, at 07:11 pm
The announcement press meet of the 47th International Kolkata Book Fair was held in Kolkata on Tuesday. Andrew Fleming, British Deputy High Commissioner, East and North East India, Dr Debanjan Chakrabarti, Director, British Council, East and North East India, Tridib Kr Chatterjee, President, Guild, Sudhangshu Sekhar Dey, Hony. General Secretary, Guild were present. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Iconic buildings in Kolkata go blue to uphold children's rights as part of UNICEF programme
Nov 21, 2023, at 04:41 am
Iconic buildings and structures like Bidhan Sabha Bhavan (Assembly Building), Howrah Bridge, Metcalfe Hall, Birla Planetarium, Nehru Children's Museum, Kolkata Press Club, Birla Industrial and Technological Museum and UNICEF office in Kolkata were lit up in blue light on Monday to espouse the rights of children for commemorating World Children's Day.
Bengali diaspora in UK celebrates Durga Puja in London
Nov 03, 2023, at 02:07 am
UK based Heritage Bengal Global, a not-for-profit organisation comprised of Bengali diaspora, celebrated the second edition of 'Thames Durga Parade' culminating in Vijaya Dashami (the last day of Durga Puja) with Durga idol display on the deck of the boat, along with bhatiali songs and dance. The parade was attended by the new British Deputy High Commissioner to Kolkata Andrew Fleming and his immediate predecessor Nick Low among other dignitaries. (Photo courtesy: Thames Durga Parade PR Team)
Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd conducted its first ever Naphtha Ship-to-ship transfer (STS)
Nov 01, 2023, at 10:02 pm
Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd conducted its first ever Naphtha Ship-to-ship transfer(STS) at sand heads, Haldia, on Monday (October 30), which is around 70 nautical miles from the shore. About 23,000 MT of Naphtha was transferred from LR1 mother vessel to MR size daughter vessel.
Vidya Balan inaugurates Senco Gold & Diamonds' new showrooms in Kolkata
Oct 28, 2023, at 08:18 pm
Bollywood actress Vidya Balan inaugurated Senco Gold & Diamonds' two new showrooms- at Kankurgachi and Hatibagan- in Kolkata on Friday. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Glimpses from Kolkata's mega Durga Puja Carnival 2023
Oct 28, 2023, at 06:25 am
Like every year, Kolkata bid adieu to some of the famous and revered Durga Puja idols across the city with much pomp and merry through the mega carnival organised by the Bengal government on Friday. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was present at the event as several popular puja organisers displayed their tableau showcasing the idols and cultural performances at the Red Road in presence of hundreds of spectators. Several celebrities from the Tollywood film industry like Prosenjit Chatterjee, Dev and Rituparna Sengupta were also in attendance at the grand carnival.
Bengal bids adieu to Goddess Durga
Oct 25, 2023, at 12:42 am
The five-day-long Durga Puja carnival in West Bengal came to a close on Tuesday with the immersion of idols on ‘Vijayadashami‘ at Babughat in the river Hooghly and other rivers across the state. The immersion was preceded by 'Sindur Khela' (smearing vermilion on each other's faces) by the women. (Photos by Avishek Mitra / IBNS)
Oct 21, 2023, at 06:20 pm
Kolkata is gearing up for Dussehra, a major Hindu festival which is celebrated after Navratri. (Image by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
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Ronaldinho in Kolkata amid Durga Puja festivities
Oct 17, 2023, at 05:46 am
Amid Durga Puja festivities, Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho was in Kolkata for a full day on Monday. (Images by Avishek Mitra)
Amit Shah inaugurates Ram Temple-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata
Oct 17, 2023, at 05:38 am
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Ayodhya's Ram Temple-themed Durga Puja pandal at Santosh Mitra Square in Kolkata on Monday. (Images: IBNS)
Heritage homes in Kolkata gear up for Durga Puja
Oct 13, 2023, at 07:48 pm
Heritage homes or 'Bonedi Bari' in Bengali in Kolkata, is gearing up for Durga Puja festivities. (Image by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Oct 13, 2023, at 05:16 am
'The Greatest Show on Earth' (GSOE) has introduced its new logo, featuring French Lady Alice Bonnafey as the Durga Puja Brand Ambassador on Thursday in Kolkata. The grand unveiling took place in the presence of Tollywood actress Ishaa Saha, actor Shantilal Mukherjee and GSOE founder Bodhisattwa Banerjee. This initiative is geared toward elevating the global recognition of Durga Puja and inviting foreign "culture explorers" to Kolkata. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Ayodhya Ram Temple-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata
Oct 12, 2023, at 07:47 pm
Kolkata’s Santosh Mitra Square Durga Puja Committee came up with the idea of constructing Ayodhya Ram Temple-themed pandal this year. Foam and fibre are among the materials used to construct the pandal. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Oct 07, 2023, at 05:40 am
In a tribute to the vibrant culture and people of West Bengal, Asian Paints, which has been an inseparable part of Kolkata's vibrant Durga Puja celebrations through its initiative-Sharad Shamman, launched a special heritage-inspired festive pack for their luxury interior paint, Royale Glitz in presence of actors Abir Chatterjee and Sohini Sarkar. Additionally, the company has orchestrated a magnificent transformation of Kolkata's iconic tram from Tollygunge to Ballygunge into a living canvas, celebrating Kolkata tram’s 150th year.(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
World of Sukumar Ray’s ‘Abol Tabol’ in Kolkata’s Durga Puja marquee
Oct 02, 2023, at 09:08 pm
Kolkata’s Hatibagan Nabin Pally is set to bring alive the world of eminent Bengali writer and poet Sukumar Ray’s ‘Abol Tabol’, which completes 100 years in 2023, in this Durga Puja.Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Babul Supriyo's music video 'Na Na Bhulini' launched
Sep 26, 2023, at 04:44 am
Singer-actor-politician Babul Supriyo's music video 'Na Na Bhulini' featuring himself, Somlata Acharyya Chowdhury, Anindya Chatterjee, Lahoma Bhattacharya was launched at a city mall in Kolkata on Monday. Filmmaker Srijit Mukherji graced the launch. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Firhad Hakim, Indranil Sen inaugurate The Legacy Lounge in Kolkata's The Lalit Great Eastern
Sep 23, 2023, at 06:45 pm
Kolkata's Mayor and West Bengal Minister Firhad Hakim, his colleague in the government, Indranil Sen, graced the launch of The Legacy Lounge in The Lalit Great Eastern recently here. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
In images art exhibition 'Paints & Strokes' celebrating Kolkata's rich heritage
Sep 23, 2023, at 06:49 am
Taj City Centre Newtown, Kolkata, is hosting an art exhibition titled 'Paints & Strokes' to showcase the rich cultural essence of the "city of joy" by renowned artist Avanish Trivedi. This vibrant exhibition promises to take art lovers and culture enthusiasts on a visual journey through the heart of Calcutta, featuring a mesmerizing collection of contemporary paintings.(Images by IBNS)
Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar re-launched in Kolkata with theme nature meets cuisine
Sep 22, 2023, at 05:34 am
Kolkata's Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar was relaunched with an exclusive food tasting session on Thursday. With a brand-new interior that seamlessly blends contemporary style with lush greenery, Ambrosia is aiming to redefine the dining experience in the city. Actress Srijla Guha and owner Supratik Ghosh were present at the launch.(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Kolkata celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi today
Sep 20, 2023, at 06:28 am
Kolkata Tuesday celebrated the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi with much grandeur and fervour as the city decked up with several marquees to worship one of the most loved deities in Hinduism-Lord Ganesha-the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati.(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Ice-Cream show in Kolkata: Experience it before it melts
Sep 14, 2023, at 11:17 pm
The Indian Ice-Cream Expo 2023, which claims to be the only Ice Cream show in South Asia, was inaugurated on Wednesday with much excitement. The show, which was inaugurated by West Bengal Minister Shashi Panja, witnessed the crowd enjoying it leaving the uncomfortable heat of the receding summer outside. (Photos: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Raghav Chatterjee, Rajiv Bose, Aishwarya Sen launch 'Jashn-E-Awadh'
Sep 08, 2023, at 11:30 pm
Singer Raghav Chatterjee, actors Rajiv Bose and Aishwarya Sen launched 'Jaishn-E-Awadh', a musical to celebrate a decade long journey of Oudh 1590. (Photo courtesy: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
‘Dawshom Awbotaar’: Catch the first look of actors in Srijit Mukherji’s film
Sep 06, 2023, at 06:40 pm
Jio Studios and SVF on Wednesday unveiled the first look of Prosenjit Chatterjee, Jisshu U Sengupta, Anirban Bhattacharya, Jaya Ahsan from Srijit Mukherji’s Durga Puja release, ‘Dawshom Awbotaar’. (Photo courtesy: SVF)
Sauraseni Maitra, Nikhil Jain at Shaadi By Marriott Bonvoy in Kolkata
Sep 04, 2023, at 09:19 pm
Actress Sauraseni Maitra and entrepreneur Nikhil Jain walked the ramp at Shaadi By Marriott in Kolkata last Saturday. Sauraseni was glammed up in an attire designed by clothing brand Rangoli, which is owned by Nikhil.
Soha Ali Khan Pataudi scorches ramp at Shaadi By Marriott Bonvoy in Kolkata
Sep 04, 2023, at 09:17 pm
Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan Pataudi scorched the ramp as the showstopper at Shaadi By Marriott Bonvoy at Westin, Kolkata last Saturday. (Photo courtesy: IBNS)
Katrina Kaif unveils Kalyan Jewellers store in Kolkata
Sep 04, 2023, at 09:10 pm
Bollywood superstar Katrina Kaif unveiled Kalyan Jewellers store at Gariahat in Kolkata on Saturday. (Photo courtesy: IBNS)