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Islamic University of Science and Technology students visit Atal Tunnel

May 29, 2022, at 08:10 pm

Awantipora (J&K): The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organised a four-day field visit to the famous Atal tunnel situated in Himachal Pradesh, for its top-performing civil engineering students from May 24.

Jitendra Singh inaugurates 'Lavender Festival' in Jammu and Kashmir

May 28, 2022, at 11:36 pm

Srinagar:  Union Minister of Science and Technology Jitendra Singh has inaugurated the 'Lavender Festival' in Bhaderwah region of Jammu and Kashmir.

Gastropub Monkey Bar presents Mango Talkies this summer

May 28, 2022, at 06:01 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The only thing that makes the impossible summer heat bearable are the mangoes which flood the Indian markets at this time of the year.

Kolkata-based HHoK holds first fundraiser programme allowing donor and beneficiaries to meet

May 28, 2022, at 05:52 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Helping Hands of Kolkata (HHoK), which works for the underprivileged section of people in various ways, such as community kitchens, education for the girl child, etc., recently held its first fundraiser. HHoK is part of a registered trust named Helping Hands of Kolkata Foundation for Care.

Veneto: For the authentic Italian fine-diner in Kolkata

May 28, 2022, at 01:57 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Named after Italy's northeastern region Veneto, the Italian restaurant Veneto hosted ‘The Italian Food Map’ from May 2 to May 16 in their 56-seater outlet located inside South City Mall, Kolkata.

Geetanjali Shree's Tomb of Sand becomes first book in Indian language to win Booker Prize

May 27, 2022, at 05:49 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Author Geetanjali Shree's Tomb of Sand has become the first book in the Indian language to win the International Booker Prize, media reports said.

More consensus needed over digital technology for ‘people and the planet’

May 24, 2022, at 08:47 pm

New York: While digital technologies have offered “boundless opportunities” for sustainable development, education and inclusion, the UN political chief warned on Monday that there is also a clear downside.

Dahlia Aggarwal's exhibition Esoteric Conscience to open in New Delhi on May 28

May 24, 2022, at 06:57 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: An exhibition consisting of selected artworks of Dahlia Aggarwal is slated to open at New Delhi’s Galerie Romain Rolland (Alliance Francaise de Delhi), with a preview on May 28.

Globsyn Business School aims to make the hybrid learning model more immersive for students

May 24, 2022, at 04:22 am

Kolkata/IBNS: It is ‘learning beyond education’ which will help students adapt to the demands of the corporate world in the post-pandemic phase, a phase which is being referred to as the new normal, said Bikram Dasgupta, founder and Executive Chairman of Globsyn Group.

Little magazines in Instagram era, a tete-a-tete with independent writer Subhankar Das

May 23, 2022, at 05:45 pm

Welcome to the world of little magazines, mimeo editors, outlaw poets, chapbooks and experimental writing. IBNS caught up with Subhankar Das, an independent writer, literary activist, poet, blogger, publisher and film producer, to answer some of the questions pertaining to the future of little magazines and small publications in the era of Instagram.  

Google doodle celebrates 'undefeated' Indian wrestler Gama Pehlwan's 144th birth anniversary

May 22, 2022, at 06:39 pm

Popular search engine Google is celebrating Indian wrestler Gama Pehlwan's 144th birth anniversary with an animated doodle on Sunday.

AtomYumm…here science meets culinary arts!

May 21, 2022, at 11:22 pm

Blistering barnacles! There’s no Belgian beer at AtomYumm Lounge! That’s what Captain Haddock would have exclaimed had he accompanied the very Belgian personality Tintin on a culinary adventure to Kolkata’s very own AtomYumm! Wait a minute…

Commonwealth Education Conference 2022 to focus on how to impart quality education in the post-pandemic scenario

May 20, 2022, at 06:43 pm

London, Kolkata/IBNS: Bridge India, a non-profit think tank engaged in discourse on public policy will be organising the Commonwealth Education Conference on May 19, 2022, in London.

Ayurveda based new wellness centre opens in Kolkata's New Town

May 20, 2022, at 06:38 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: A new Ayurveda based wellness clinic named ‘Beelive’ was recently launched in the eastern part of the city in New Town.

Prof Neelofer Khan to take over as first woman VC of Kashmir University

May 20, 2022, at 04:55 am

Srinagar/IBNS: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday appointed Prof Neelofer Khan from the Department of Home Science as the new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kashmir.

National conference of Indian physiotherapists focus on fitness in the pandemic situation

May 18, 2022, at 06:40 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP) recently held their 59th national conference in Kolkata.

Boho Trunk Cafe & Store of Kolkata to hold pop-up event in city

May 18, 2022, at 06:32 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Boho Trunk Cafe & Store in south Kolkata will host a pop-up event where local, start-ups and indigenous brands will gather to sell their merchandise.

Mumbai's music band Anthracite to perform at Hard Rock Cafe Kolkata

May 18, 2022, at 06:28 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: This Friday, Hard Rock Café in Kolkata will host Anthracite, a Mumbai based Rap Rock/ Nu-Metal band.

3 Benefits of Using Rank Predictor for NEET

May 17, 2022, at 08:06 pm

This year, National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) exam in an online and objective mode on 17th July 2022. This exam will grant admissions to students who want to pursue a career in MBBS, BDS, and BHMS, and get a seat in prestigious medical colleges, such as AIIMS, PGIMER, etc. After conducting the exam, the NTA will release the answer key in July and announce the results in August.

Reasons That Make Net Zero Energy Houses More Preferable

May 17, 2022, at 05:54 pm

Modern living values automation and self-reliance, where smart devices and appliances often control and regulate our lives. This phenomenon has an innovative capability that has found its way into homes with smart lights, motion sensors, and energy-efficient appliances being used at every stage. Since these devices have independently made our life  easier and energy consumption more efficient,  the ability for an entire home to sustain itself is also a real possibility.

Bengal folk puppeteers retell the story of Pinocchio's Adventures by Italian writer Carlo Collodi

May 16, 2022, at 10:54 pm

Kolkata: Italian writer Carlo Collodi's Pinocchio's Adventures travelled out of children's books to be retold by the folk artists of Bengal in three different and unique renditions through puppetry, Pata Chitra, and mixed media at Kolkata's Madhusudhan Mancha on Saturday.

NEET mock test: Last date of registration is May 20

May 16, 2022, at 06:29 pm

New Delhi: The last date of registration for NEET Mock test is May 20, according to APJ Abdul Kalam Welfare Society that organises online test for aspirants of NEET Examination.

Lenovo combines Stealth with Apex Performance in the Latest Legion 7 Series Gaming Laptops

May 16, 2022, at 02:28 am

New Delhi: Gadget manufacturer Lenovo announced its latest generation of stylish and savage gaming laptops: the Lenovo Legion 7i and 7 (16”, 7) portable powerhouses, and the thin and light Lenovo Legion Slim 7 and 7i (16”, 7) laptops.

Sona College’s Fashion Technology team earns patent for sewing machine for people with special needs

May 15, 2022, at 12:13 am

Bengaluru: The fashion technology team at Salem’s Sona College of Technology has earned a patent for modifying industrial sewing machines used by the garment industry that can now be used by people with special needs.

Burma Burma Kolkata introduces new small plates menu

May 14, 2022, at 05:19 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Burma Burma, the restaurant known for bringing the flavours of Myanmar, to Kolkata, has recently introduced a new small plates menu, curated by Head Chef Ansab.

Kumortuli-made Kali idol now part of British Museum’s international exhibition

May 14, 2022, at 05:08 pm

Thanks to the United Kingdom based Camden Durga Puja Committee, an idol of goddess Kali sculpted in Kumortuli (also Kumartuli), the famous clay artisans’ colony in the northern part of Kolkata, will be part of an international touring exhibition being organised by the British Museum.

Central University of Punjab and AIIMS Bathinda initiated joint community outreach programme series to spread awareness about Vitamin D deficiency

May 14, 2022, at 12:37 am

Bathinda: The Central University of Punjab, Bathinda (CUPB), in collaboration with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda (AIIMS Bathinda), launched a joint community outreach programme series to raise awareness about Vitamin D deficiency and improve public health.

ITC Royal Bengal's Royal Vega offers Grishma Ritu Khasa menu to guests this summer season

May 12, 2022, at 11:52 pm

Kolkata: Kolkata's  ITC Royal Bengal is catering 'Grishma Ritu Khasa' menu at Royal Vega for its guests this summer season.

Indian writer Amitav Ghosh signs copies of his new book The Living Mountain for Kolkata readers

May 12, 2022, at 11:33 pm

Kolkata: Acclaimed Indian writer and Jnanpith winner Amitav Ghosh at a city bookstore on Saturday signed copies of his recently published book The Living Mountain, billed as a fable for our times and a cautionary tale of how humans have systematically exploited nature, leading to an environmental collapse.