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Schools, colleges in Telangana to reopen for physical classes from July 1

Jun 20, 2021, at 03:57 am

Hyderabad/IBNS: All educational institution in Telangana will reopen from July 1 for physical classes as the state government decided to end the anti-Covid lockdown amid the receding second wave of the virus.

Vaishali Kala Kendra to observe International Yoga Day through dance-based Nritya Yog

Jun 20, 2021, at 03:04 am

Noida/IBNS: Vaishali Kala Kendra Noida in association with US-based Trinayan Collective will hold a special programme on June 20, International Yoga Day.

Stalin starts textbooks distribution, launches new progs of Kalvi TV

Jun 20, 2021, at 12:28 am

Chennai/UNI: The online classes for the academic year 2021-22 commenced on Saturday with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin allowing the free books distribution scheme for government school students and videos of the new syllabus to be telecasted through the Kalvi TV channel.

Won't write about India due to lack of knowledge or confidence: Jeffrey Archer

Jun 19, 2021, at 05:50 am

English novelist and former British politician, Jeffrey Archer, had his book Turn a Blind Eye launched in India at a virtual event of Kitab organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation and presented by Shree Cement. In an exclusive conversation with Vidya Gajapathi Raju, Archer spoke about his new book and more. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks the event

Assam cancels class 10 and 12 examinations

Jun 19, 2021, at 12:27 am

Guwahati/UNI: In view of the prevailing COVID-19 situation, the Assam government on Friday said it has decided to cancel the class 10 and 12 board examinations.

ITC Hotels in Kolkata gear up for Father’s Day celebration; offer home delivery and dine out options

Jun 18, 2021, at 07:23 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar, part of ITC Hotels, have come up with a specially curated menu on the occasion of Father’s Day.

Hospitality industry struggles as pandemic pauses business travel 

Jun 18, 2021, at 03:37 am

The hospitality industries in USA and India have experienced declines throughout 2020 while a devastating second wave in India crashed hopes of an early recovery. The industry relies on business travel for a significant portion of their revenue, but the pandemic sent business travellers home to meet online. Morgan Smith, Isabella Ledonne and Maddy Ryley from USA and Vanshika Lohia, Bala Singh and Pratibha Singh from India report on the crisis  

CBSE Class 12 board exams results by July 31; assessment to be based on past three years of performance

Jun 17, 2021, at 08:58 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has told the Supreme Court the class 12 students will be marked in the final exams according to their performances in class 11 and class 10 result, according to media reports.

A sumptuous spread from Paprika Gourmet for Father's Day

Jun 17, 2021, at 03:18 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Paprika Gourmet, an artisan catering service, is letting you celebrate Father's Day for a period of five days up to June 20, with a special menu, which includes a variety of cuisines served as platters, sharing bowls and desserts.

Exclusive men's fashion wear and accessories from Sasya for Father's Day shopping

Jun 17, 2021, at 02:02 am

Kolkata/IBNS: With Father’s Day just a few days away, planning something grand for your father is the best way to tell him how much you love and care for him.

On Pride Month, Senco Gold and Diamonds signs sprinter Dutee Chand as the new face of the brand

Jun 16, 2021, at 10:17 pm

Mumbai: Senco Gold & Diamonds, one of India’s largest jewellery retail chain, has signed the internationally acclaimed Indian sprinter and current national champion in the women's 100m event, Dutee Chand, as the company’s new brand ambassador. With the world celebrating Pride Month the signing is significant for the LGBTQ community as the athelete has come out as a lesbian and spoke about being in a same-sex relationship.

Enjoy Room Service by Polo Floatel bistro menu while you wait for the hotel to start operations

Jun 16, 2021, at 04:07 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Moored on the Hooghly River bank of Kolkata, the floating hotel, or Floatel, has been quite a landmark, since its opening in 2007.

You can order JWMarriott Kolkata’s special Father’s Day spread for home delivery

Jun 16, 2021, at 02:30 am

Kolkata/IBNS: JW Marriott Kolkata has come up with a range of special desserts geared towards Father’s Day (June 20).

Senior Citizens get help against alleged infodemic in India

Jun 15, 2021, at 04:00 am

Mumbai/IBNS: BOOM Live, a fact-checking initiative, announced the launch of senior citizen workshops towards coronavirus awareness and five short informational films to highlight pandemic appropriate behavior.

Married and dating

Jun 15, 2021, at 12:53 am

Shackled to unhappy marriages or insipid sex life, many educated women in India are opting to explore new relationships with help of dating Apps. Ritusmita Biswas reports on the trend of women shedding inhibition and swiping right on Tinder, Bumble et al. 

US embassy to start giving student visa interview slots from today: Report

Jun 14, 2021, at 01:34 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Don Heflin, the Minister Counselor for Consular Affair at US embassy has said that the mission in India is working actively to accommodate as many Indian student visa applicants as possible in July and August, and ensuring their legitimate travels is its top priority, said a media report.

Webinar on ‘Rhodes Scholarship’ held for law students in Kashmir University

Jun 14, 2021, at 03:54 am

Srinagar: The Internship and Placement (IP) Cell, School of Law, Kashmir University, Saturday organised a webinar on the ‘Rhodes Scholarship'.

JW Marriott Kolkata ready to deliver its pan Asian spread to your doorstep; also check out their Jamai Sashti options

Jun 13, 2021, at 04:10 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Vintage Asia from JW Marriott Kolkata is ready to bring their sumptuous spread to your doorstep through their in-house food delivery programme Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels.

Cornish chefs and produce take centre stage at G7 Summit

Jun 12, 2021, at 04:52 am

World leaders will be treated to meals cooked by award winning Cornish chefs at the G7 summit – with a menu designed to showcase everything Cornwall has to offer. Award winning Cornish chefs will cook for world leaders at the G7 summit this weekend; menus will showcase the best of Cornish produce, from local cheese to regional beer; leaders will enjoy a Saturday night beach BBQ, taking in the beautiful coast of Carbis Bay

Covid19: Delhi govt cancels final exams of classes 9 and 11

Jun 11, 2021, at 04:02 am

Delhi/IBNS: The Delhi government on Thursday cancelled the annual examination of classes 9 and 11 and announced that the students would be promoted on the basis of their performance in the mid-term exams.

JDBI Kolkata arranges for virtual internship for students

Jun 11, 2021, at 02:55 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based JD Birla Institute (JDBI) has launched a month-long Virtual Internship program for its students.

The NorthCap University implements Instructure Learning Platform for better digital solutions

Jun 11, 2021, at 02:50 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Gurugram-based NorthCap University (NCU) has entered into a collaboration with Canvas, part of the Instructure Learning Platform, to ramp up its e-learning solutions and blended learning.

JDBI Kolkata arranges for virtual internship for students

Jun 11, 2021, at 02:06 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based JD Birla Institute (JDBI) has launched a month-long Virtual Internship program for its students.

The NorthCap University implements Instructure Learning Platform for better digital solutions

Jun 11, 2021, at 01:33 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Gurugram-based NorthCap University (NCU) has entered into a collaboration with Canvas, part of the Instructure Learning Platform, to ramp up its e-learning solutions and blended learning.

Doordarshan brings a new show on Hindustani classical music featuring legendary artists

Jun 11, 2021, at 01:18 am

Kolkata: Classical music lovers are in for a treat with the telecast of Doordarshan Delhi Kendra’s new show "My Favourite Raaga" on DD Bharati. The show features the who's who of Hindustani Classical music such as Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Pt Rajan & Sajan Mishra, Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhat, Ustad Shahid Parvez amongst other stalwarts.

A timely reminder of the legacy of Visva Bharati

Jun 10, 2021, at 03:37 am

Kolkata/IBNS: At a time when dark clouds of controversy seem to overwhelm Visva-Bharati, here is a video documentation which revisits the legacy of education and cultural transcendence that the university envisioned and nurtured.

Three Indian universities achieve top-200 positions in QS World University Rankings 2022, Modi appreciates

Jun 10, 2021, at 02:24 am

New Delhi: Three Indian Universities have achieved top-200 positions in QS World University Rankings 2022.

IIT Guwahati gains rank 41 globally in the ‘Research Citations per Faculty’ category of the QS World University Rankings 2022

Jun 09, 2021, at 09:20 pm

Guwahati: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, one of the premier educational and research institutes across the nation, has broken into the top 50 institutes and secured 41st rank globally (56th in 2021) in the ‘Research Citations per Faculty’ category, of the QS World University rankings 2022 announced on Tuesday.

Assam to hold class 10 and 12 board exams in August

Jun 09, 2021, at 01:00 am

Guwahati/UNI: Assam government today said that it will be holding the Class 10 (HSLC) and 12 (HSSLC) board exams between August 1 and August 15.

Jewellery brands in Kolkata offer special jewellery collection for men

Jun 08, 2021, at 05:59 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Two leading jewellers of Kolkata are offering a special line of jewellery for men keeping the upcoming festival of ‘Jamai Sasthi’ (June 16 this year) in mind, a festival where the sons-in-law are feted by the bride’s family.