The difficulty of being a Supreme Court judge today is insurmountable: Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman
Aug 27, 2021, at 07:50 pm
Former Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman used the pandemic lockdown to pen in two volumes the book titled 'Discordant Notes'. The book traces and analyses all dissenting judgements in the history of India's apex court till date. While a lay person understands a dissenting judgment as a judgment or an opinion of a judge who ‘dissents’ or disagrees with the majority opinion of a larger bench he is part of, the eminent legal mind at the recent event Kitaab, organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation and presented by Shree Cement, explains the nuances of law. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings you excerpts
Aug 26, 2021, at 04:32 pm
The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs programme has helped women entrepreneurs in the Northeast to grow their ventures, raise capital and network with fellow business owners. Steve Fox reports
Online painting competition held at Kishtwar, J&K: Indian Army
Aug 24, 2021, at 03:57 am
Jammu/IBNS: The Indian Army organised an online painting competition at Thatri, Kishtwar on Sunday.
Sufi poet Ahad Zargar’s poetic works released
Aug 24, 2021, at 03:42 am
Srinagar/IBNS: Sufi poet Ahad Zargar’s poetic works in the shape of a book was released at the Narwara area in Shaher-e-Khaas on Monday
U.S. Mission in India approves record number of student visas in 2021
Aug 23, 2021, at 10:41 pm
New Delhi: The United States Mission in India is pleased to announce that its Embassy and Consulates approved more student visa applicants in 2021 than ever before, despite the global COVID-19 pandemic.
IMI Kolkata launches certificate programme in 'Family Business Management'
Aug 21, 2021, at 07:42 pm
Kolkata/UNI: International Management Institute-Kolkata, founded by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, has launched a Post Graduate Certificate in Family Business Management (PGCFBM) programme.
Kolkata Police, Airtel and CRY join hands to start Pora Shuno Choltey Thak initiative
Aug 21, 2021, at 05:56 pm
Kolkata: The tripartite initiative, namely Pora ShunoCholtey Thak (#SikshaNahiRukegi – Education will not stop), collaboratively designed and implemented by Kolkata Police, CRY – Child rights and You and Bharti Airtel will ensure that children coming from financially disadvantageous families and struggling with access to digital learning, will be provided with smartphone devices and customized free data packs – thus empowered to access online education in the testing times of the COVID pandemic.
Kashmir varsity to hold 'Special Convocation' on Aug 25
Aug 21, 2021, at 06:31 am
Srinagar/IBNS: The University of Kashmir is holding its Special Convocation on Wednesday in the Convocation Complex, Main Campus.
Affordable silver jewellery start-up GIVA launches its charming Rakhshabandhan collection
Aug 20, 2021, at 10:12 pm
New Delhi: Having amassed great customer reviews for their range of affordable silver jewellery and accessories, Bengaluru-based start-up GIVA Jewellery has now launched an exclusive Rakshabandhan themed collection of 16 Sterling silver-based rakhis to make this year’s celebrations even more special.
Kolkata Centre for Creativity hosts ‘The Legacy Of Loss: Perspectives On The Partition Of Bengal’
Aug 20, 2021, at 09:58 pm
Kolkata: Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC), the leading multi-disciplinary art space today inaugurated ‘The Legacy Of Loss: Perspectives On The Partition Of Bengal’, an art exhibition to commemorate the 'Partition Remembrance Day'.
A unique website Unmute is here to address laws and rights of performing artistes
Aug 19, 2021, at 12:18 am
Unmute, an independent online legal resource platform for safeguarding the rights of artistes in India, went live on Thursday, Aug 12, 2021.
EducationUSA to host virtual fairs for Indian students seeking information about studying in the USA
Aug 18, 2021, at 11:33 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Indian students keen to study in the United States of America (U.S.) can register for the upcoming virtual educational fair being organised by the EducationUSA, the official source on U.S. higher education.
TCG CREST, IIT Tirupati partner to work on quantum sciences and technologies research
Aug 17, 2021, at 05:43 am
Kolkata/IBNS The Centre for Quantum Engineering, Research and Education (CQuERE), a vertical of the recently founded research institute TCG CREST, Kolkata, and IIT Tirupati, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in an event held online and attended by a number of distinguished faculty members and researchers from across the globe.
Once Upon a Time In Mumbai: Through the Eyes of the Kolis
Aug 14, 2021, at 06:33 pm
Despite its stellar development, Mumbai cannot ignore the knowledge that resides with its earliest inhabitants, the Koli community. A digital exhibition launched on World Indigenous People's Day on Aug 9 now explores Mumbai through the lens of these first residents of a fishing community. Uttara Gangopadhayay reports
Special Independence Day menu from OCTA in Kolkata
Aug 14, 2021, at 05:45 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: As India celebrates its 75th Independence Day, OCTA, Kolkata has curated a special menu for its patrons.
Independence Day special menu from ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar
Aug 14, 2021, at 05:39 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar in Kolkata is prepared to showcase India’s culture and diversity through its dining outlets.
Hit a high with Unplugged Courtyard’s Drunken Brunch!
Aug 14, 2021, at 12:09 am
Eat, drink and be merry! Unplugged Courtyard allows you to do exactly that with its newly introduced Unplugged Drunken Brunch.
How Calcutta University’s Home Science Department kept itself relevant through the pandemic
Aug 13, 2021, at 05:40 pm
The COVID-19 pandemic and the related lock-down created an extraordinary crisis with crucial challenges for educational institutions, including centres of higher studies. The academic faculty and the students both had to adjust to an unprecedented situation.
Aug 13, 2021, at 01:15 am
Kolkata/IBNS: A collaborative initiative in Kolkata has ensured that a bunch of children from the city’s impoverished quarters can continue with their studies online.
JW Bakery opens in Kolkata, offers classic fresh bakes to contemporary desserts
Aug 13, 2021, at 01:02 am
Kolkata/IBNS: One of the leading hospitality addresses in the city, the JW Marriott Kolkata, recently launched its signature patisserie, JW Bakery.
AI adoption can potentially add $ 90 billion to Indian economy by 2025: Report
Aug 12, 2021, at 01:20 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to add around US$ 90 billion to the India’s economy by 2025 which in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to transform India into a hub of Artificial Intelligence (AI) R&D by promoting investments in AI technology companies and applications, according to a study.
Over 150 Indian students bag the Erasmus Mundus scholarships for higher education in Europe
Aug 11, 2021, at 06:46 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Out of 2,756 scholarship awardees worldwide, 153 Indian students have been awarded the prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships this year.
The June Shop has a wide range of gifts suited for Rakshabandhan
Aug 11, 2021, at 06:41 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: With the festival of Rakshabandhan round the corner and you are still not decided about what to gift your sister, here is a range of options from e-commerce company, The June Shop.
India's First Rakhi Label by Ferns N Petals – Sneh
Aug 10, 2021, at 06:37 pm
The word 'Siblings' is synonymous with love and affection. Siblings are a blessing, and our childhood is all about the memories and the unconditional bond we share. The distance or the fights are temporary, but they never matter too much. All that matters is the love we have in our hearts for each other. Whether you are tied by blood or a promise, there is nothing like a sibling relationship. And Raksha Bandhan allows us to celebrate this precious bond. This festival is all about gifts, the threads of love, sweets and loads of laughter. For Raksha Bandhan, Ferns N Petals brings something special every year. This year, the brand has launched an ode to the bond of affection in the form of India's first rakhi label - Sneh.
Check out what Kolkata's popular pubs have on offer for the monsoon
Aug 09, 2021, at 07:17 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: As the sporadic heavy showers batter the city, we offer you a peek into what the city’s top restaurants and pubs are offering.
What's on offer from Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata this Independence Day?
Aug 09, 2021, at 06:57 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Yearning for a change of scene in this pandemic situation? Want to take your aged parents or young children for a holiday yet not willing to take the risk for travelling far?
Special Independence Day Brunch at JW Marriott Kolkata
Aug 09, 2021, at 06:34 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: For those who like to plan in advance, JW Marriott Kolkata has already announced the details of its Independence Day special fare.
Digital archive on Bengali singer Feroza Begum launched on her birthday
Aug 05, 2021, at 03:55 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The musical legacy of famous Bengali singer Feroza Begum (1930-2014), who has a great following both in her home country of Bangladesh as well as in West Bengal in India, has now been perpetuated through a digital archive.
CBSE class 10 results declared, pass percentage rises to 99.04 pc
Aug 03, 2021, at 11:04 pm
New Delhi/UNI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday declared the Class 10 results, in which the pass percentage this year has improved to 99.04 per cent.
Savour a blend of Asian street food in Asia! Asia! Asia!
Aug 02, 2021, at 11:37 pm
As I walk up the flight of stairs fresh aroma of spices overpowers my senses. I pause and inhale…I am trapped in the ‘essence of deliciousness’. Asia! Asia! Asia!— is, perhaps, India’s first Asian table grill restaurant that opened its doors as recently as March 23, 2021. Located in Sector V- Salt Lake, Kolkata, this restaurant has brought together an exotic blend of Asian flavours as a gift to the city connoisseurs. The experience of dining at AAA is truly overwhelming.