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AAP leader Atishi to succeed Arvind Kejriwal as Delhi CM | Junior doctors celebrate win after Mamata accepts to axe top cop, DC North, but won't join work until implemented | RG Kar: Kolkata top cop Vineet Goyal, senior health officials removed, says Mamata after meeting with junior doctors | India raises objections to Iranian supreme leader's minorities remark, says 'look at your own record' | Those filled with hate are defaming India: PM Modi amid row over Rahul Gandhi's Sikh remark in US | RG Kar: Mamata Banerjee, protesting junior doctors hold talks to end impasse | Gujarat's Bhuj-Ahmedabad 'Vande Metro' renamed as 'Namo Bharat Rapid Rail', to be flagged off by PM Modi today | Operation Sadbhav: India sends aid to Typhoon Yagi-affected Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos | Kolkata doctor rape-murder: Ex-RG Kar head Sandip Ghosh's polygraph responses are 'deceptive', says CBI | RG Kar: Mamata Banerjee invites junior doctors again for talks sans live-streaming or video recording

GATE 2022: IIT Kharagpur issues letter considered as travel pass to allow smooth travel amid Covid curbs

Feb 02, 2022, at 04:56 am

Kharagpur/IBNS: The organizing institute of GATE Examination 2022, IIT Kharagpur under the Ministry of Education, has issued a letter to ensure smooth movement of the candidates carrying valid admit cards on the day of examination.

The Bengal pays tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on Republic Day

Feb 02, 2022, at 04:15 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The Bengal, a Kolkata-based NGO comprising eminent people, in association with Shree Cement paid tribute to India's freedom fighter and icon, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, on the occasion of the country's 73rd Republic Day on Jan 26.

Odissi, the Japanese connection

Feb 02, 2022, at 03:39 am

The beauteous Odissi dance has admirers and exponents not only in India but also beyond. In Japan, for example, there are disciples and  schools to teach the art. Why does this classical dance from the shores of the Bay of Bengal attract dancers from far-off Japan? Amrita Singh from Kobe, meets three exponents to find out

Union Budget: Sona Group of Education Institutions chief welcomes govt's initiative to further strengthen digital education initiatives

Feb 02, 2022, at 03:04 am

New Delhi: FM Nirmala Seetharaman's announcement on further strengthening the digital education initiatives of the government is 'very much welcome', said Chocko Valliappa, Vice Chairman, Sona Group of Education Institutions, Salem.

Exclusive vegetarian restaurant Royal Vega presents seasonal menu based on Ayurvedic principles

Jan 31, 2022, at 04:52 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Royal Vega, the exclusive vegetarian restaurant located in Kolkata's premium luxury hotel ITC Royal Bengal, specialises in recreating food from the former royal kitchens of India.

What Brand of Refrigerator Has the Best Customer Service?

Jan 28, 2022, at 04:10 pm

When you are purchasing a new refrigerator, there are several factors that you consider. These include the brand, capacity, features, durability, design and energy star ratings. However, one important aspect that people often overlook is customer service. At times, home appliances like refrigerators require maintenance, repairs or other technical support. In such cases, the customer service provided by your refrigerator brand becomes crucial. 

Kashmir: SKUAST-K organizes webinar on innovation mining

Jan 28, 2022, at 03:04 am

Srinagar/IBNS: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) Tuesday held a one day workshop on ‘Innovation Minning’ for the BSc Fisheries students.

The Pokémon Company banks on multilingual content to boost its Indian presence

Jan 28, 2022, at 01:55 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The Pokémon Company announced its India-focused hinterland content strategy to drive its subscriber base and viewership on YouTube.

Singer duo pay tribute to Republic Day with Hindi adaptation of a famous Bengali patriotic number

Jan 26, 2022, at 07:15 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Musical duo Anindya-Shelley has come up with their latest patriotic song in Hindi, which is an adaptation of the famous Bengali song -- Uthogo Bharoto Lakshmi -- by lyricist, composer and singer, late Atul Prasad Sen.

Santoor Ashram celebrates Netaji birth anniversary with special performance by Stars of Tomorrow competitors

Jan 26, 2022, at 07:13 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Santoor Ashram organised a special performance by select participants of the 'Stars of Tomorrow' competition, at the Bholagiri Kalamandir, Howrah, recently to mark the 125th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.

Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival 2022 wraps up

Jan 25, 2022, at 11:42 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The 13th edition of the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival, held virtually amid COVID-19 pandemic, was wrapped up on Sunday.

Her Turn On Stage

Jan 25, 2022, at 07:21 pm

Solo acting by women performers has its own appeal and relevance which go beyond the scope just as a theatre format. Ranjita Biswas ponders on what makes it tick following the recent demise of veteran in the field, Saoli Mitra  

Avail Gourmet Couch delivery from ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar in Kolkata this Republic Day

Jan 25, 2022, at 06:15 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Are you missing the award-winning dishes from ITC hotels because you are not still inclined to leave the safety of your home in this pandemic situation or you want to give your house-bound family members a special treat this Republic Day?

JK: Srinagar girl pens down book

Jan 23, 2022, at 04:18 am

 Srinagar: Fearless Flower, a book by a student Sabreena Yaseen of Natipora was released during an event here.

JK: Cultural prog organised

Jan 23, 2022, at 04:14 am

Srinagar: In continuation to the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ initiative of the government commemorating 75 years of progressive India, the Artists of Cultural Unit Srinagar today performed at Auditorium Hall of DIPR, here.

New book chronicles how a small-town Bihar woman empowered her lot to rise above hurdles 50 yrs ago

Jan 21, 2022, at 10:36 pm

About 50 years ago, a small-town woman from West Champaran district in Bihar, advised women of her state to be part of the solution, whatever the problem, and urged them not to sit around raising questions and pointing out obstacles.

MAKAUT and Bangalore's IISc to collaborate to create App for Agricultural Information in Bengali Dialects

Jan 20, 2022, at 12:09 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Two Indian institutions have teamed up to create a voice recognition app that would enable West Bengal's less educated citizens to grasp many areas of agriculture and economics in their own dialects.

13th Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival to begin virtually on Jan 21

Jan 20, 2022, at 12:07 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The 13th edition of Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival to begin in virtual mode amid COVID-19 on Friday.

4 Ways to Improve the Longevity of Your Relationship

Jan 19, 2022, at 05:39 pm

Whether you’ve been in a relationship for 2 weeks or 2 years, you probably worry if you’re investing your energy into something that will stand the test of time. Nobody likes wasting their time (and emotions) on a relationship that is doomed to fail. While not every couple is a match made in heaven, everybody will experience setbacks that can make it more difficult to ensure a long, healthy relationship. Fortunately, there are ways to overcome these challenges and even make them less frequent. So, in today’s post, we will look at 4 ways to improve the longevity of your relationship!

Cartoonist Narayan Debnath, credited for several Bengali comics, no more

Jan 18, 2022, at 05:42 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Cartoonist Narayan Debnath, who has created several Bengali comics, passed away on Tuesday.

Hansa Veena exponent Pandit Barun Kumar Pal passes away

Jan 17, 2022, at 08:34 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Pandit Barun Kumar Pal, an exponent of Indian slide guitar Hansa Veena and one of the seniormost disciples of late sitar maestro Pandit Ravi Shankar, passed away on Monday. He was 76. 

Chai- the brew that binds India

Jan 17, 2022, at 06:22 pm

German social worker Marco Husler has made a documentary film called Masala Chai which brings to the fore the much-loved Indian brew with its many regional flavours and the people who serve them. Shoma A. Chatterji reports

Over 60 pc MBA colleges likely to open and offer only offline classes by February 2022: Survey

Jan 17, 2022, at 04:00 am

New Delhi/IBNS: At least 60 percent of colleges will be open and offer only offline classes by Februar 2022, according to a survey by online career and college selection platform, Shiksha.com.

Nolen Gur specials to savour in Kolkata cafes, pubs

Jan 16, 2022, at 03:32 am

Kolkata cafes celebrate this winter season by offering Nolen Gur specials to sweet lovers residing in the 'City of Joy'.

Effingut brew pub of Mumbai now in Kolkata

Jan 15, 2022, at 10:31 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Park Street in Kolkata gets a new watering hole, with Effingut – a popular pub chain from Mumbai and Pune – deciding to move beyond its home state.

Kashmir: Govt schools register one lakh new admissions

Jan 12, 2022, at 01:01 am

Srinagar/IBNS: The government schools across Kashmir have registered more than one lakh new admissions during the ongoing enrollment drive started by the Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK).

Honorary fellowship of IIChE awarded to MAKAUT Vice Chancellor

Jan 12, 2022, at 12:41 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Honorary Fellowship of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChE) has been awarded to Vice Chancellor of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), WB Prof. (Dr.) Saikat Maitra.

NEET-PG Counselling for medical admissions to begin from Wednesday

Jan 10, 2022, at 12:23 am

New Delhi/BNS: Counselling for medical admissions under the National Eligibility/Entrance Test Postgraduate (NEET-PG) will start from Wednesday, Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said today.

Google doodles to mark Fatima Sheikh's birth anniversary 

Jan 09, 2022, at 10:07 pm

New York: Popular internet search engine Google on Sunday decorated its homepage with a doodle to mark the birth anniversary of India's first female Muslim teacher, educator and feminist icon Fatima Sheikh.

Jammu and Kashmir: 11,787 students to get free coaching in private coaching centres

Jan 08, 2022, at 04:16 am

Srinagar: Around 11,787 students belonging to economically-weaker sections would get free coaching classes at the registered private coaching institutes functioning across Kashmir for the current academic session.