Nov 05, 2024, at 11:53 pm
A Reddit user recently caught the attention of netizens when he claimed he had to pay Rs 40 for a disposable plastic glass to drink juice.
UK: Sutton Friends hosts London Ram Leela, audience left spellbound
Nov 02, 2024, at 10:25 pm
A large number of attendees were left spellbound when the timeless Indian mythological tale of Ramayana was brought to life in the UK on October 26 and October 27.
Iconic fashion designer Rohit Bal dies of cardiac arrest at 63
Nov 02, 2024, at 04:20 am
Iconic fashion designer Rohit Bal died of a cardiac arrest on Friday, leaving a deep void in the Indian fashion industry. He was 63.
Apple Intelligence rolled out, check out who can use it
Oct 29, 2024, at 06:12 am
Tech major Apple on Monday rolled out the first set of Apple Intelligence features for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users.
Google may launch the next frontier AI model in December
Oct 27, 2024, at 10:51 pm
Tech major Google is likely to launch its next frontier AI model in December,media reports said.
Haridwar to host Ganga Utsav on November 4
Oct 26, 2024, at 11:22 pm
Haridwar's Chandi Ghat is expected to buzz with devotees during the Ganga Utsav 2024 on November 4.
New Apple iPad minis is now available, check out the price
Oct 25, 2024, at 10:56 pm
Beginning today, the ultraportable new iPad mini, powered by the A17 Pro chip and built for Apple Intelligence, is now available.
New York teen sensation Urjani De shines at New York Puja Association's Cultural Programme 2024
Oct 24, 2024, at 05:16 pm
New York/IBNS: Urjani De, a second-generation Indian teenager based in New York City, captivated audiences with her mesmerizing performance at the cultural programme of the New York Puja Association 2024.
Oct 23, 2024, at 04:50 am
New Delhi: National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) today launched the Third Phase of the ‘Amazon Future Engineer Program’ in 50 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) spread across Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana and Tripura.
USA: Hindu community members celebrate Diwali in Times Square
Oct 20, 2024, at 11:25 pm
Indian community members and several US nationals gathered at Times Square in the US to celebrate Diwali recently.
Oct 20, 2024, at 05:55 pm
Bengaluru is all set to welcome singing sensation, Sunidhi Chauhan and her I Am Home Concert, presented by the Music Man of India, Supratiek Ghosh, and his Foundation ALIVE INDIA at the Bharatiya Mall on October 26.
Telangana governor inaugurates Secunderabad's Bangiya Sanskritik Sangha Durgotsab on its 59th year
Oct 11, 2024, at 04:36 pm
Telangana governor Jishnu Dev Verma recently inaugurated the Sarvojanin Durgotsab 2024 organised by the Bangiya Sanskritik Sangha in Secunderabad in the presence of puja organiser and ace social worker Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee.
Oct 10, 2024, at 01:38 am
Mumbai/IBNS: American multinational toy manufacturing company, Mattel, has unveiled its Barbie doll for the upcoming Hindu festival Diwali, which is widely celebrated in India.
Oct 08, 2024, at 10:45 pm
Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, one of India's most celebrated and pioneering Santoor maestros, recently returned from a landmark tour of the United States.
Hatibagan, Pratapaditya Road top picks in Sharod Srijoni Samman publicity awards
Oct 08, 2024, at 06:28 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Hatibagan Sarbojonin Durgotsav Committee have been awarded the ‘Sharod Srijoni Shiromani Samman’ by Sharod Srijoni Samman ’24, a festival based award in India, instituted to salute the publicity, concept and style conceived by Durga Puja Committees to promote themselves.
The Sacred Feminine: Women’s Reverence and Durga Puja Symbolism
Oct 07, 2024, at 05:18 am
In a world that is rapidly evolving, the call for gender equality and respect for women has become more urgent than ever. The festival of Durga Puja, one of the most revered celebrations in Hindu culture, holds a profound symbolism that speaks directly to this issue.
Lava targets 10% market share in Rs 20,000-25,000 smartphone segment with Agni 3 launch
Oct 05, 2024, at 04:47 am
Mumbai: Lava International expects to capture a 10 percent market share in the Rs 20,000-25,000 smartphone segment with the launch of its rear display handset, Agni 3, media reported.
Oct 04, 2024, at 10:12 pm
The autumn air is replete with the festive fervour of Durga Puja, Bengal’s biggest festival. However, this year it is not the same in Kolkata and Bengal with the brutal RG Kar Hospital incident and the unprecedented protests and cry for justice that followed overshadowing the festive spirit.
HelpAge India launches 'Generations Together' campaign to bridge gap between generations
Oct 03, 2024, at 09:07 pm
New Delhi/Kolkata/IBNS: Commemorating International Day of Older Persons (IDOP), HelpAge India, a non-profit organization working with and for older people in the country, on Tuesday (Oct. 1) launched its "Generations Together" campaign in south Kolkata's Chetla Central Park, celebrating the contributions of senior citizens and strengthening the intergenerational connections.
Oct 03, 2024, at 06:25 am
Rotary Calcutta Metro City recently handed over the entire set of football kits, including fitness training kits, for the Nayagram Thana Balika Vidyapith Football team at Nayagram, Jhargram.
UNESCO promoted 3rd edition of Durga Puja Art 2024' preview show inaugurated at Tala Prattoy
Oct 01, 2024, at 05:50 am
Kolkata/IBNS: UNESCO, the global UN agency that designated Durga Puja Art as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2022, maintained its commitment to promoting Durga Puja Art to a global audience this year.
Christie’s reaches agreement to acquire classic auction car major Gooding & Company
Sep 30, 2024, at 01:11 pm
New York/IBNS: British auction house Christie’s has entered into an agreement to acquire Gooding & Company, the leading international auction house in the collector car market.
Ushoshi Sengupta unveils Fabindia's Durga Puja collection
Sep 27, 2024, at 08:17 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Former Miss Universe India and model-actress Ushoshi Sengupta has unveiled Fabindia's collection for the upcoming grand festival, Durga Puja.
Photo Essay: Kolkata trams finally lose the turf battle
Sep 27, 2024, at 07:28 pm
It was only last year that Kolkata's trams celebrated 150 years of their rollercoaster journey in the eastern metropolis. For decades the city's signature streetcars were fighting a grim survival battle despite all ado over heritage.
IndiaAI invites nominations for fellowship program targeting AI researchers and students
Sep 25, 2024, at 07:13 am
New Delhi: IndiaAI, the Independent Business Division (IBD) under the Digital India Corporation, has announced the opening of nominations for its fellowship program, inviting applications from B.Tech and M.Tech students working on Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects.
Sep 25, 2024, at 12:32 am
Kolkata/IBNS: In a significant step towards fostering international collaboration, Kolkata-based Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) recently visited the prestigious East-West Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, to discuss potential partnerships.
Sep 22, 2024, at 04:13 am
Kolkata/IBNS: India has faced floods, cyclones, heat waves, and landslides this year itself in multiple states impacting lives and livelihoods. With the changing risk landscape in India, accurate interpretation of information on past and future trends, dynamic scenario creation, and real-time monitoring has become necessary for just decision-making and timely action.
Kolkata hosts the 3rd edition of Chitra Devi Music & Dance Festival
Sep 20, 2024, at 06:51 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The third edition of the prestigious Chitra Devi Music & Dance Festival was recently held at Rotary Sadan.
Alive India Foundation: Reviving Indian music and empowering young talent
Sep 20, 2024, at 06:06 am
Music is a universal language and India, with its diverse culture and languages, has long been a hub for rich and varied musical traditions.
National Teachers Award 2024: Thiagarajar Polytechnic College faculty honoured by President Murmu
Sep 13, 2024, at 10:06 pm
Dr A Gandhimathi, Faculty of English, Thiagarajar Polytechnic College, Salem, received the prestigious National Award for Teachers 2024 from President of India Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi on Teachers' Day—September 5, 2024.