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Popular UPSC teacher Avadh Ojha joins AAP ahead of Delhi polls | UN force should be deployed, PM Modi must intervene: Mamata Banerjee on Bangladesh unrest | Adani issue exposes cracks in INDIA bloc as TMC skips key Opposition meet in Delhi | 'People feel I should be CM': 'Common man' Eknath Shinde's strong pitch for top post in Maharashtra | Ex-BCCI Secretary Jay Shah takes charge as ICC chair today | 5 killed, several injured as bus plunges into Teesta River on Bengal-Sikkim border | Delhi: Man throws liquid on Arvind Kejriwal, detained | Days after jailing Chinmoy Krishna Das, another Hindu priest arrested in Bangladesh | Anti-national activities exposed?': BJP slams TMC after husband of Mamata's leader arrested with dangerous nuclear materials | Cyclone Fengal: Chennai experiences heavy rainfall and waterlogging, airport shut down temporarily

International education gets a boost: Uni of Waikato, New Zealand signs MoU with Uni in Punjab

Feb 14, 2024, at 09:49 pm

The pursuit of global education just got easier for students at Lovely Professional University (LPU), thanks to a recent momentous collaboration with New Zealand’s top-ranked research university, the University of Waikato (UoW).

Norton brings dark web monitoring to India

Feb 14, 2024, at 12:36 am

IT major Norton on Tuesday announced the launch of Dark Web Monitoring in India, now available as part of Norton 360 Premium, Norton 360 Deluxe and Norton 360 for Gamers plans.

Global Cybersecurity Association launches GCA Index

Feb 14, 2024, at 12:13 am

The Global Cybersecurity Association (GCA), a dedicated non-profit body, announced the launch of ‘GCA Index’ at  a conference in  New Delhi titled “Empowering Cybersecurity: Bringing youth, industry citizen & government on a common platform”.

NCVET recognises assessment firm HireMee as an Assessment Agency

Feb 12, 2024, at 11:01 pm

New Delhi: Talent assessment and technology platform HireMee has earned National Council of Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) recognition as an assessment agency.

Waste not, recreate

Feb 12, 2024, at 10:10 pm

Bhavini Parikh’s start-up Bunko Junko creates trendy statement pieces with upcycled fabrics and waste generated by the fashion industry, Paromita Pain writes

British Deputy High Commission hosts Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Cup reception in Kolkata's iconic Royal Calcutta Turf Club

Feb 12, 2024, at 05:58 am

The British Deputy High Commission Kolkata organised the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Cup reception at the Royal Calcutta Turf Club (RCTC) in the city on Friday.

Comics in Bengal: Rare exhibits highlight the history and evolution of the genre at this must see display

Feb 10, 2024, at 07:27 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: If you are in Kolkata through February and early March, take a dive into the world of Bengali comics thanks to a collaboration between Kolkata Centre for Creativity  and Comics Culture Collective.

Elon Musk will only use his X platform for audio calls and texts

Feb 09, 2024, at 11:29 pm

Tech mogul and businessman Elon Musk on Friday announced he will discontinue using his regular phone number.

SVF Music and SVF Cinemas present musical extravaganza curated by Anirban Bhattacharya in Bengal's Bolpur

Feb 09, 2024, at 08:28 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: SVF Music and SVF Cinemas are set to organise a musical extravaganza, curated by actor-director-singer Anirban Bhattacharya, in West Bengal's Bolpur on Saturday.

Beyond Three Generations: An entrepreneur's guide to sustained success of family business

Feb 08, 2024, at 12:52 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Three authors- Navas Meeran, Feroz Meeran and M.S.A. Kumar- and a senior journalist have encapsulated a proper guide for any entrepreneur through a book titled "Beyond Three Generations", decoding why only some family businesses survive for generations. 

Goodbye Peachtree Road: Christie's curates iconic sale of objects from Sir Elton John's former Atlanta home

Feb 07, 2024, at 10:49 pm

New York/IBNS: This February, Christie's, the well-known art and luxury business, presents the iconic property from music legend Sir Elton John’s former Atlanta (Georgia, United States) home in a series of landmark sales at the Christie's Rockefeller Center in New York.

Prominent Kashmiri poet Farooq Nazki dies at 83

Feb 06, 2024, at 10:59 pm

Farooq Nazki, a prominent poet, broadcaster, and a Sahitya Akademi awardee died on Tuesday at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Super Specialty Hospital in Katra on Tuesday morning after a prolonged illness, family sources said.

Kolkata's Vivekananda Mission School gears up to celebrate Saraswati Puja

Feb 06, 2024, at 09:27 pm

Kolkata's Vivekananda Mission School and school's alumni association are all set to celebrate the 6th edition of Bani Bandana in their school campus on February 14.

One Plus 12 R go on open sale in India today

Feb 06, 2024, at 09:12 pm

Smartphone giant One Plus on Tuesday unveiled its OnePlus 12R set for sale in India.

How To Prefer the Right Moissanite Earrings?

Feb 06, 2024, at 04:34 pm

Moissanite stud earrings have been popular as a less expensive alternative to classic diamond earrings. It's no surprise that moissanite is so popular, given its glitter and durability. When choosing the most popular Moissanite stud earrings, there are various variables to consider. The first consideration is the size of the earrings themselves. Moissanite studs come in sizes, from small and delicate to huge and eye-catching.

Company loses USD 25.6 million after employees connect with deepfake 'CFO' over video call

Feb 06, 2024, at 03:05 pm

The dark side of deepfake technology once again emerged after a multinational company lost US$25.6 million after its employees in the Hong Kong branch were scammed recently.

Ricky Kej lauds Zakir Hussain, Shakti's win at Grammys, says India is shinning in every direction

Feb 05, 2024, at 07:45 pm

Musician Ricky Kej on Monday appreciated India's glory at the Grammys after singer Shankar Mahadevan and Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain's band Shakti clinched the prestigious title in the Global Music Album category.

Mark Zuckerberg says best is yet to come as his Facebook turns 20

Feb 05, 2024, at 04:22 pm

Facebook, perhaps one of the most powerful social media platforms connecting people and organizations across the globe, turned 20 on Sunday with its founder Mark Zuckerberg celebrating the moment by sharing a collage video showcasing the path he walked in developing it over the years.

IIT-Madras to introduce sports quota in UG programmes from 2024-25

Feb 04, 2024, at 04:14 pm

Chennai/IBNS/UNI: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, will be introducing a sports quota for admissions in its Undergraduate Programme from the coming academic year 2024-24.

'U.S.-India Arts to Fight Climate Change' event marks closing session at American Pavilion of Kolkata International Book Fair 2024

Feb 03, 2024, at 01:03 am

The closing session of the U.S. pavilion at the International Kolkata Book Fair 2024 was marked with the event titled ‘U.S.-India Arts to Fight Climate Change’.

Smart India Hackathon 2023: Sona College of Technology student teams emerge winners

Feb 01, 2024, at 12:43 am

Salem: The student team from Sona College of Technology in Salem secured first place in the Union Ministry of Education’s Smart India Hackathon 2023 national competition.

Jammu to host Dogri Kavi Sammelan for first time

Jan 29, 2024, at 04:21 am

Jammu to host first ever Dogri Kavi Sammelan on January 30 here at Abhinav Theatre.

A classical performance by Shubha Mudgal brings the curtain down on the 12th Tata Steel Kolkata Literary Meet

Jan 28, 2024, at 03:37 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The 12th Tata Steel Kolkata Literary Meet drew to a close on January 27 with a soulful classical musical performance by Shubha Mudgal at the main Steps of Victoria Memorial Hall.

Ghulam Nabi says Padma Shri award will surely encourage Kashmir’s craftsmen

Jan 27, 2024, at 11:41 pm

The prestigious Padma Shri award would go a long way to encourage Kashmir’s craftsmen, said 72-year-old master woodcarver Ghulam Nabi Dar.

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro launched in Mint colour

Jan 26, 2024, at 11:31 pm

IT major Google has confirmed it is launching Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro in a new Mint colour.

Aminia presents Tiranga Festival 2024 to celebrate the 75th Republic Day

Jan 26, 2024, at 01:23 am

Kolkata: Aminia, a popular restaurant in Kolkata, is offering a special spread to commemorate the 75th Republic Day.

Muskaan and Co-scholastic interactive workshop highlight wisdom of dohas and poetry to school students in New Delhi

Jan 25, 2024, at 06:24 pm

In a harmonious blend of artistic expression and literary enrichment, Muskaan, in collaboration with Co-Scholastic, recently organised a captivating event featuring guest artist and author Namrata Jain at the Bal Bharati Public School, Ganga Ram Road, New Delhi.

I did not consciously set out to write ecocritical poems, says poet-academic Ajanta Paul

Jan 24, 2024, at 04:40 pm

Dr Ajanta Paul is a widely published poet, short story writer and literary critic. Currently, the Principal at Women's Christian College, Kolkata, India, she is a Pushcart nominee, and has been published in literary journals, including the Spadina Literary Review, The Pangolin Review, Offcourse, The Statesman, The Wild Word, Verse-Virtual, Setu, Kitaab, The Punch Magazine and Lothlorien Poetry Journal.  

Kolkata's American Center hosts conclave to promote social acceptance, inclusion, and employment opportunities for LGBTQIA+ individuals

Jan 22, 2024, at 12:54 am

The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata hosted “Voices of Diversity – Action for Inclusion” conclave under the “Rainbow Dialogues – All in this Together” project in partnership with U.S. based non-profit StoryCenter at the American Center in Kolkata recently.

UK pavilion at Kolkata Book Fair brings our best in education and culture, says British Council India director

Jan 21, 2024, at 05:32 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The United Kingdom, the focal theme country at the 47th International Kolkata Book Fair (IKBF), has brought the best of UK literature, education, art and culture to their pavilion here, said British Council India director Alison Barrett on Friday.