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AAP's Sanjay Singh gets support from Sonia Gandhi after suspension from Parl's remaining session | Allahabad HC seeks more clarification over Gyanvapi mosque survey | PM Modi unveils revamped Pragati Maidan, assures 'India will be among world's top 3 economics' in his third term | Jailed TN minister V. Senthilbalaji's judicial remand extended till Aug 8 | Centre moves SC seeking extension of tenure for ED director till Oct 15 | Indian woman who travels to Pakistan leaving husband converts to Islam, marries Facebook friend | Allahabad HC begins hearing petition challenging Varanasi court's order for ASI survey of Gyanvapi complex | Centre clears bill to replace Delhi ordinance for control of bureaucrats | Opposition plans to move no-confidence motion against Centre tomorrow: Reports | BSF personnel caught molesting woman on camera in Manipur grocery shop

Panasonic launches 4-door bottom freezer

Jun 11, 2014, at 04:05 am

New Delhi, June 10 (IBNS): Electronics appliances manufacturer Panasonic has launched the new 4-Door Bottom Freezer refrigerator with smart sensors and energy saving Econavi technology.

Book on 'Sahara' released by former SEBI chairman

Jun 10, 2014, at 09:15 pm

Mumbai, Jun 10 (IBNS): Former SEBI chairman M. Damodaran on Tuesday released a controversial book Sahara – The Untold Story, penned by veteran banking sector reporter and Deputy Managing editor of 'Mint' Tamal Bandyopadhyay, here.

Beam Suntory wins eighteen medals in ISC 2014

Jun 10, 2014, at 08:44 pm

New Delhi, Jun 10 (IBNS): Eighteen whisky labels from the premium spirits brand Beam Suntory was recently awarded gold medals at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2014, the worldwide tasting competition held in the UK.

Maybelline New York launches make-up remover

Jun 10, 2014, at 07:01 pm

Kolkata, Jun 10 (IBNS): Cosmetic and makeup brand Maybelline New York recently came with the all new 'Clean Express Total Clean' make-up remover, a bi-phase makeup remover that cleans all types of makeup without leaving any residue.

Garnier Fructis announces Alia as its Brand Ambassador

Jun 10, 2014, at 04:40 am

Mumbai, June 9 (IBNS): Haircare brand Garnier Fructis has named Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt as the new face of Garnier Fructis in India.

Hrithik to endorse Emami's deodorant range

Jun 09, 2014, at 11:56 pm

Kolkata, June 9 (IBNS): FMCG major Emami Ltd has ventured into the competitive deodorant turf with the launch of its 'HE' deodorant.

REVIEW: How Narendra Modi became a gamechanger

Jun 09, 2014, at 09:48 pm

Narendra Modi: the GameChanger Author: Sudesh Verma Publisher: Vitasta Publishing Price: Rs.399/- soft bound Published: Feb 2014

Blowing Smoke

Jun 09, 2014, at 09:18 pm

Smoking kills. Despite the warnings and awareness campaigns and a special day against tobacco use, the addiction is growing in both India and USA. Judah Taylor from Kentucky and Sohini DasGupta from Kolkata report

Park Pavilion hosts 'Dosai Fusion Food Festival'

Jun 09, 2014, at 09:05 pm

Kolkata, Jun 9 (IBNS): Park Pavilion, the coffee shop at Jameson Inn Shiraz, on Monday presented a new food festival – 'Dosai Fusion Food Festival' - here.

Lavie launches monsoon collection

Jun 09, 2014, at 07:00 pm

Mumbai, Jun 9 (IBNS): Manufacturer and suppliers of fashion bags Lavie recently launched a wide range of hand bags, totes and wallets for this monsoon.

Audi A8L launched in Kolkata

Jun 08, 2014, at 07:40 pm

Kolkata, June 8 (IBNS): German luxury car manufacturer Audi on Saturday launched its flagship Audi A8L car in Kolkata as the officials said it crossed the 10,000 sales mark in not just the calendar year but also in the last financial year in India.

Bangla audio-book App released in Kolkata

Jun 08, 2014, at 07:21 am

Kolkata, June 7 (IBNS): The first ever Bengali audio book App (Application) was launched by filmmaker Sandip Ray at a function on Friday.

Virat Kohli joins Hot Wheels to drive thrill among fans

Jun 07, 2014, at 09:12 pm

New Delhi, Jun 7 (IBNS): Indian cricketer Virat Kohli recently got associated with toy car maker Hot Wheels, to drive the thrill to an all new level for the fans.

Hip-hop performers make Kolkata groove

Jun 06, 2014, at 08:01 am

Kolkata, June 5 (IBNS): Kolkata, known for adopting cultural diversity into its regular order of life, witnessed a hip-hop performance by few talented American artists on Thursday with the audience tapping to their numbers and energetic acts.

Yes Bank, Saevus launch Natural Capital Olympiad

Jun 06, 2014, at 05:05 am

Mumbai, June 5 (IBNS): Yes Bank in association with Saevus, a premier Wildlife publication, on World Environment Day, which was celebrated on Thursday, launched its mega initiative 'Natural Capital Olympiad'.

India elected to committee for conserving cultural heritage

Jun 06, 2014, at 03:35 am

New Delhi, June 5 (IBNS): India has been elected for the next four years to the Intergovernmental Committee for the safeguarding of the intangible cultural heritage.

SNU partners Pearson VUE to develop SNUSAT admission test

Jun 04, 2014, at 09:36 pm

Kolkata, Jun 4 (IBNS): Shiv Nadar University (SNU) has appointed Pearson VUE, offering innovative computer-based testing solutions, to develop its computer-based admissions testing programme, the Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test (SNUSAT), and deliver it through the network of test centres.

Gemstoneuniverse launches 'Shubha Kaal Pro' app

Jun 04, 2014, at 07:23 pm

Kolkata, Jun 4 (IBNS): Gemstoneuniverse recently launched 'Shubha Kaal Pro' a new app for smart phone which works on Choghadiya Panchang which is based on the Vedic Hindu calendar.

Book on speeding up career released

Jun 04, 2014, at 07:16 pm

Kolkata, Jun 4 (IBNS): Reliance Jio president Sumit D Chowdury recently released his book 'Rules of the Game' at the Bengal Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) here.

IIP Kolkata's new campus to train photographers

Jun 04, 2014, at 06:52 am

Kolkata, June 3 (IBNS): Indian Institute of Photography Kolkata's (IIPK) inaugurated its new studio at its campus in Kolkata's Salt Lake Sector V area on Tuesday.

Vivanta by Taj expands its footprint into Malaysia

Jun 04, 2014, at 06:05 am

Kolkata, June 3 (IBNS): Leading hospitality chain Taj Group has announced yet another addition to its portfolio as Rebak Island Resort, Langkawi has been rebranded as Vivanta by Taj – Rebak Island, Langkawi.

Varuna D Jani launches diamond studded tie pins

Jun 02, 2014, at 09:26 pm

Mumbai, Jun 2 (IBNS): Designer jewellery brand Varuna D Jani has launched a new collection of tie pins with studded diamonds and white gold plating, to mark the upcoming Father's Day.

The Big Door presents range silver furniture and artifacts

Jun 01, 2014, at 12:29 am

Mumbai, May 31 (IBNS): The house of furniture, artifacts and jewellery, 'The Big Door' recently launched a range of vintage furniture and collectibles in pure silver.

CRY announces child research fellowship

May 30, 2014, at 09:40 pm

Mumbai, May 30 (IBNS): Child Rights and You (CRY), a nonprofit organization working to ensure lasting change in children’s lives, on Friday invited applications from research fellows exploring various dimensions of child rights, within the broad understanding of justice for children.

Kerala to host Mindfulness retreat

May 30, 2014, at 07:45 pm

New Delhi, May 30 (IBNS): Kerala is all set to host a retreat on 'Mindfulness' in Palakkad from Jun 26 to Jun 30.

Higher Secondary exam results declared

May 30, 2014, at 06:35 pm

Kolkata, May 30 (IBNS): The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) on Friday declared the results of the Higher Secondary (HS) examination 2014.

Tanishq redefines fashion jewellery with 2nd edition of IVA

May 30, 2014, at 04:43 am

Kolkata, May 29 (IBNS): Jewellery brand Tanishq has introduced the second edition of IVA collection.

Glam Nails launched in Kolkata mall

May 30, 2014, at 03:20 am

Kolkata, May 29 (IBNS): Nail studio Glam Nails opened its first outlet at AMP Vasisaakkhi Mall in Kolkata's Salt Lake area on Thursday.

Walmart's India Challenge

May 29, 2014, at 10:35 pm

Walmart, the world's largest retailer, is vying for a bigger presence in India and access to its potential consumer base of more than 1.2 billion. However, political opposition is a big hurdle for the US retail behemoth though a new and strong government in New Delhi led by Narendra Modi has sweeping powers to take a call. Neal Querio from USA and Avra Biswas from India report

IGNOU calls for admission into various programmes

May 29, 2014, at 07:56 pm

New Delhi, May 29 (IBNS): The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) recently invited applications for admission to degree/ diploma programmes in Management Programme, B.Ed., M.Ed. and Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing.