Teenage Mutant fans rejoice as Nickelodeon launches T-shirts
Aug 25, 2014, at 11:12 pm
Mumbai, Aug 25 (IBNS) Fans, get ready to bring Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo, home as Nickelodeon and Viacom18 consumer products are all set to launch the official range of exclusive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles T-shirts marking the launch of the international box office hit film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as it prepares for its India-wide release on 29th August, 2014.
President opens India's first IIEST in West Bengal
Aug 25, 2014, at 12:37 am
Kolkata, Aug 24 (IBNS) President Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the first Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST) of the country at Shibpur in West Bengal's Howrah distict.
Sylvan historian with a pencil
Aug 25, 2014, at 12:24 am
Does drawing as an art form still appeal? Has drawing as an art form that goes back to the time of the growth of human civilisation really reached the last frontier? Uttara Gangopadhyay explores
WB: President Mukherjee underlines importance of quality education
Aug 24, 2014, at 02:07 am
Domkal, Aug 23 (IBNS) President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday underlined the importance of quality education starting from primary to post graduate level and necessity of women education for overall socio economic progress.
IIMC hosts mini exposition for launch of the Resource Book for Livelihood Promotion
Aug 23, 2014, at 04:39 am
Kolkata, Aug 22 (IBNS): A mini exposition for the launch of the Resource Book for Livelihood Promotion was held on Friday at Indian Institute of Management Calcutta.
TCS IT Wiz 2014 held in Kolkata
Aug 23, 2014, at 04:20 am
Kolkata, Aug 22 (IBNS): Over 1000 students from various schools in Kolkata participated in the TCS IT Wiz held at Kala Mandir Auditorium in Kolkata.
Victorinox celebrates 25th anniversary of Victorinox watches
Aug 22, 2014, at 09:10 pm
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS) Karl Elsener had laid the cornerstone in 1884 for a local company which has gone from a cutler' workshop to a global group. The brand name "Victorinox" is a portmanteau word: it combines the first name of the founder's mother, Victoria, with "inox", the international term for stainless steel. The Victorinox "Swiss Army Knife" is legendary.
India's own e-zine dedicated to the global luxury launched
Aug 22, 2014, at 08:17 pm
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS): India's very own e-zine with curated content, dedicated to global luxury and fine living, was launched recently and can be accessed now at www.theluxecafe.com
Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva Universe 2014 auditions come to a close in Bangalore
Aug 22, 2014, at 06:49 am
Bangalore, Aug 21 (IBNS) Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva Universe 2014 concluded its auditions at Bangalore city with great pomp and show.
Sanjeev Kapoor's restaurant to open 25 outlets by 2015
Aug 21, 2014, at 11:14 pm
New Delhi, Aug 21 (IBNS): Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's The Yellow Chilli restaurant is all set to open 25 more outlets in India and abroad by 2015.
Monica inaugurates Glamzon Salon in Kolkata
Aug 21, 2014, at 06:01 am
Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS): Glam Nails, an exclusive nail art studio, launched its new outlet 'Glamzon Salon' at AMP Vaisaakkhi Mall in Kolkata's Salt Lake area on Wednesday.
Kolkata hosts Looms Weaves and More exhibition
Aug 21, 2014, at 04:36 am
Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS) Looms Weaves and More, an exclusive exhibition of natural fibers and jewellery, curated by team Aesthetique was back with its second edition at the Kolkata Ice Skating Rink showcasing the finest of fabrics, textiles, arts and crafts of India ranging from sarees, pret wear, artifacts, home linen, jute diversified products and other accessories.
Rockstand expands footprints in Maharashtra
Aug 19, 2014, at 09:32 pm
Mumbai, Aug 19 (IBNS): In an effort to expand the academic and trade titles portfolio, Rockstand, one of the leading e-books and e-magazines mobile application, on Tuesday announced its tie up with 3 leading publications of Maharashtra.
Cambridge University offers PhD on chocolate
Aug 18, 2014, at 08:41 pm
London, Aug 18 (IBNS) Chocolate lovers can now get an unique oppurtunity indulge their sweet tooth by pursuing a 'PhD on chocolate' at Cambridge University in England.
Angel horse image wins FEI Solidarity Photo Grand Prix
Aug 15, 2014, at 10:20 pm
Lausanne, Aug 15 (IBNS) Portuguese photographer Filipa Scarpa has won the top prize in the FEI Solidarity World Photo Grand Prix for her stunning image of the Lusitano stallion Xisto.
Ruchi Soya signs Madhuri Dixit as the brand ambassador
Aug 15, 2014, at 04:28 am
Mumbai, Aug 14 (IBNS): FMCG company Ruchi Soya Industries Limited (Ruchi Soya) has signed popular actress Madhuri Dixit as the brand ambassador for its brand 'Mahakosh'.
Infosys Science Foundation hosts public lecture on Nanotechnology
Aug 15, 2014, at 03:23 am
Bangalore, Aug 14 (IBNS): The Infosys Science Foundation (ISF) in association with the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Bangalore, on Thursday organized a lecture by Prof.V. Ramgopal Rao, Institute Chair Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering and Chief Investigator, Centre of Excellence in Nanoelectronics, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay.
US University fair for UG students held in Kolkata
Aug 13, 2014, at 04:32 am
Kolkata, Aug 12 (IBNS): The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), in partnership with KIC UnivAssist hosted a U.S. University Fair at the American Center on Monday.
Most adults need to double fruit and vegetable intake: Research
Aug 12, 2014, at 07:45 pm
Kolkata, Aug 12 (IBNS) New research published in the September issue of the British Journal of Nutrition and featured in the just released Global Phytonutrient Report highlights a significant shortfall in fruit and vegetable consumption in people’s diets around the world.
IMC 2014 concludes with recommendations on improving management education
Aug 12, 2014, at 02:28 am
Kolkata, Aug 11 (IBNS): The 5th edition of the Indian Management Conclave (IMC), the flagship event of MBAUniverse.com which began on Friday, came to a befitting conclusion on Saturday with the IMC Awards 2014 being conferred upon the winners by Sunil Kant Munjal, Joint Managing Director, Hero MotoCorp and by Subramanian Swamy, Former Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Senior BJP Leader.
McDonald's expands menu with Saucy Wraps
Aug 12, 2014, at 01:49 am
Mumbai, Aug 11 (IBNS): Hardcastle Restaurants Private Limited (HRPL), a Master Franchisee for west & south India operations of McDonald's and a subsidiary of Westlife Development Limited, a company listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange announced the launch of its new Saucy Wraps.
A slice of Indian life in America
Aug 11, 2014, at 08:20 pm
A newly opened exhibit in the Smithsonian museum complex in Washington, D.C. gives a glimpse of the struggles and achievements of the Indian community in America. SPAN writer Jane Varner Malhotra reports
Google Doodle celebrates Perseid Meteor Shower
Aug 11, 2014, at 04:55 pm
New Delhi, Aug 11 (IBNS): As it is time again to witness the most vibrant meteor showers rule the sky, popular search engine Google on Monday dedicated its home page to celebrate Perseid Meteor Shower.
Priyanka Chopra inspires teenage girls to aim high with UNICEF
Aug 11, 2014, at 04:48 am
Chandrapur, Aug 10 (IBNS) Bollywood actress and UNICEF India Ambassador Priyanka Chopra met with young women at Chandrapur to mark International Youth Day and to witness how their lives are being transformed through the Building Young Futures programme, which is run in partnership with Barclays.
Howrah school celebrates Munshi Premchand's birth aniversary
Aug 10, 2014, at 10:50 pm
Howrah, Liluah, Aug 4 (IBNS): Agrasain Balika Siksha Sadan, a school located in Howrah, celebrated 134th birth anniversary of novelist Munshi Premchand at the school premise recently.
Raksha Bandhan: Brothers and sisters exchange love in India
Aug 10, 2014, at 06:51 pm
New Delhi/Kolkata, Aug 10 (IBNS): India on Sunday celebrated Raksha Bandhan with sisters tying Rakhis (sacred threads) on their brothers' wrists with prayers and love, in exchange of promises for their safety and protection.
Foodhall presents an All American Food Fiesta
Aug 09, 2014, at 10:35 pm
New Delhi/Mumbai, Aug 9 (IBNS) Give your taste buds a treat and discover the diverse spectrum of American flavours, as premium lifestyle food destination Foodhall from Future Group celebrates an All American Food Fiesta.
Seema Bedi becomes Mrs India Queen 2014 Western Zone Finalist
Aug 09, 2014, at 05:55 am
Mumbai, Aug 8 (IBNS) Model and actress Seema Bedi was on Friday selected as Mrs India Queen 2014 western zone finalist after a tough round of auditions in Mumbai.
Srikanta Acharya's Rabindrasangeet album launched after 11 years
Aug 08, 2014, at 03:06 pm
Kolkata, Aug 8 (IBNS) Picasso Entertainment launched a Rabindrasageet CD titled 'Anek Diner Gaan' by singer Srikanta Acharya on Thursday.
Aptech brings contemporary education to Myanmar
Aug 08, 2014, at 02:29 am
Bangalore, Aug 7 (IBNS): Aptech Limited, a leading global education solutions provider, announced Thursday, that they are inaugurating Aptech English, Aptech Computer Education and Aptech Hardware and Networking courses in Myanmar.