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Yash's Toxic lands in controversy as Karnataka minister claims hundreds of trees cut on forestland for filming | Maharashtra polls' nomination deadline ends but uncertainty looms over 15 seats | Denied poll ticket Eknath Shinde's MLA Srinivas Vanga regrets leaving Uddhav faction, goes missing | Haryana election counting was flawless: Poll body slams Congress's claims of irregularities | Hyderabad: Visually challenged elderly couple lives with son's body for 4 days not knowing he is dead | 'I am not a saint': Spiritual leader Jaya Kishori responds to criticisms over her Rs. 2 lakh worth Dior bag | Nawab Malik files 2 nominations for Maharashtra polls, later confirms to be NCP Ajit Pawar-faction candidate | Police arrest man from Noida for allegedly giving death threats to Salman Khan, Baba Siddique | Kashmir: Three terrorists killed after group of militants opened fire at Army vehicles in Akhnoor | India-China disengagement at two Ladakh points to be completed by today: Report

With Apple Watch, researchers explore new frontiers in heart health

Feb 22, 2023, at 02:55 pm

California: In a single day, the heart of an average, healthy adult beats more than 100,000 times. Beat by beat, day by day, a picture begins to emerge — an image that goes largely unseen. Apple Watch can help make the invisible, visible.

'Disability is not inability': Kashmir's visually impaired artist

Feb 22, 2023, at 03:25 am

Srinagar: Although a person considers it a misfortune and tribulation for him to be visually impaired by nature and does not consider his world as bigger than a black room, for this person, there is no place for misfortune in fulfilling his dreams.

Catch Sorabh Pant live in Hard Rock Cafe Kolkata tomorrow

Feb 21, 2023, at 05:48 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Stand-up comedian Sorabh Pant will be performing live at Hard Rock Cafe, Kolkata on Wednesday.

Manipur: Naga community members celebrate seed-sowing festival

Feb 20, 2023, at 09:09 pm

The Naga community of Manipur recently celebrated the seed-sowing festival  Lui-Ngai-Ni on Wednesday.

Indian-American Neal Mohan become new Youtube CEO after Susan Wojcicki quits

Feb 18, 2023, at 11:49 pm

Indian-American Neal Mohan is the new Chief Executive Officer of YouTube after Susan Wojcicki announced she will step down from the position.

IIT Guwahati organizes workshop for businesswomen of Assam

Feb 18, 2023, at 10:18 pm

Guwahati: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, in collaboration with Drishtee Foundation, recently organized a workshop on the challenges of the rural women’s self-help groups in running micro-enterprises.

Eighty economically disadvantaged students complete English Access Microscholarship Program conducted by US Consulate Kolkata

Feb 18, 2023, at 12:36 am

Kolkata: In partnership with the Regional English Language Office (RELO) of the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi and the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Consulate General Kolkata, the Samaritan Help Mission has successfully completed a two–year English Access Microscholarship Program for 80 economically disadvantaged students.

Skill based online gaming platform Zupee ropes in Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as brand ambassador

Feb 18, 2023, at 12:15 am

Mumbai: Zupee, an online skill-based gaming platform, on Friday announced Bollywood actor Salman Khan as its brand ambassador.

Manipur: Phungcham village celebrating sowing festival

Feb 17, 2023, at 10:33 pm

Phungcham: The three day long seed sowing festival of Phungcham village  in Manipur was inaugurated on Wednesday.

Croma partners with Intel to offer high performance laptops at best deals

Feb 17, 2023, at 09:25 pm

New Delhi: Croma, an Omni-channel electronics retailer from the Tata Group, on Friday announced the latest offers available on high-performance Intel powered laptops on ASUS, Lenovo, HP, Acer, Dell and more in association with Intel.

Tecno Pop 7 Pro launched with a 10W Type-C charging and 4GB RAM

Feb 17, 2023, at 08:23 pm

New Delhi: Smartphone manufacturer Tecno Mobile is all set to disrupt the sub-7k smartphone segment yet again with the launch of its latest TECNO POP 7 Pro priced at INR 6799 for 4GB +64GB variant.

Computational art enlivens The India Art Fair 2023 held in Delhi, visitors get a chance to collect NFT art

Feb 17, 2023, at 07:50 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Visitors to The India Art Fair 2023, recently held in New Delhi, were treated to an astonishing installation work which redefined the limits of mainstream art.

Kolkata photo show celebrates the life of 'Apostle of the Sundarban' Father Ante Gabric

Feb 17, 2023, at 06:14 am

Kolkata/IBNS: A two-day photo exhibition starts on Feb 16 at the Mother Teresa Hall in Kolkata, showcasing the life and work of Late Father Ante Gabric. This Croatian Jesuit missionary spent 50 years in eastern India, where he earned the title of "Apostle of Sundarbans" for his extensive charitable and socio-religious efforts.

IGNCA Kaladarsana division brings Lithuanian music to Delhi, also holds centenary birth anniversary of artist Amarnath Sehgal

Feb 17, 2023, at 03:36 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi got a glimpse of Lithuanian art and culture thanks to the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) Kaladarsana Division.

Kolkata raises voice to spread awareness about paediatric cancer

Feb 17, 2023, at 02:17 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Eminent performing artists from Kolkata, including Padmashri Usha Uthup and national award winning actor Rituparna Sengupta, recently participated at an annual fundraiser program in the city to raise awareness about paediatric cancer.

Nokia launches X30 5G

Feb 15, 2023, at 08:18 pm

Mumbai: HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, on Wednesday launches Nokia X30 5G, their most eco-friendly smartphone yet.

Worang festival celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh

Feb 15, 2023, at 12:11 am

Lazu: The Worang Juku (festival) of the Ollo community was celebrated in Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh on Sunday, media reports said.

Happy Valentine's Day: Google creates special doodle to celebrate love

Feb 14, 2023, at 03:59 pm

Los Angeles: Popular search engine Google joined lovers across the world to wish the globe on Happy Valentine's Day on Monday by decorating their homepage with a dramatic doodle.

Sona College faculty tops technology learning program by IITs, IISc

Feb 14, 2023, at 05:44 am

Salem: City-based Sona College of Technology has strengthened its position yet again with its faculty topping the performance across faculty from 5,130 chapters based on the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) examination for the July 2022 session.

'Surprised that lit fest on mishti didn't happen earlier': US Consul General to Kolkata at Jugal's event

Feb 14, 2023, at 05:24 am

Kolkata/IBNS: US Consul General to Kolkata Melinda Pavek last week inaugurated Jugal's Literature Festival on Mishti (sweetmeats) which went on for two days from Feb 11.

Valentine's Day: From a quick meal to elaborate dinners, celebrations across the country

Feb 14, 2023, at 04:57 am

Kolkata/IBNS: From pocket-friendly cafes to elaborate dinners under the stars or a romantic date in a decorated cabana, there is plenty of options to choose from this Valentine's Day. A restaurant in Goa has also set up a special menu for those who might be single and want to pamper themselves with some self love.

V-Day Treats: Take your pick from fun get togethers to private dining to home deliveries in Kolkata

Feb 13, 2023, at 08:53 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Here is a list of top-tier restaurants and cafes in Kolkata for you to plan a fun Valentine’s Day. We expect quite a rush so booking in advance might be a good idea.

​​Tibetan Youth Congress organises 'Freedom Concert' to mark 110th anniversary of 13th Dalai Lama’s proclamation of reaffirmation of Tibet’s independence

Feb 12, 2023, at 05:54 pm

​​New Delhi/IBNS: Tibetan Youth Congress, a non-governmental organisation of exiled Tibetans, organized a Rangzen (freedom) concert on Saturday at Majnu ka Tila, Delhi, to mark the 110th anniversary of the 13th Dalai Lama’s proclamation of reaffirmation of Tibet’s independence.

IGNCA Kalanidhi and Media Centre organises workshop on art and culture reporting

Feb 12, 2023, at 03:32 am

IBNS/Delhi: Understanding the various dimensions of art and reporting about it in the media is an important part of creating awareness about the art forms and enhancing their popularity.

USIEF announces opening of annual competition for Fulbright-Nehru and other Fulbright fellowships

Feb 11, 2023, at 06:24 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) has announced the opening of its annual competition for Fulbright-Nehru and other Fulbright fellowships.

Two-day Jugal's Literature Festival on mishti begins tomorrow

Feb 10, 2023, at 08:41 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The two-day Literature Festival on mishti by sweetmeat-making shop Jugal's will be held here on Feb 11 and 12.

Party vibes: Enjoy the good times at Soul-The Sky Lounge

Feb 09, 2023, at 11:14 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Building on his experience of running the Soul Café coupled with his business acumen, Abhishek Dutt has turned ‘Soul – The Sky Lounge’ into one of the popular restaurants of Kolkata.

Oxford University Press India releases early-year solutions aligned with NCFFS, NEP 2020

Feb 08, 2023, at 03:35 pm

Kolkata: Oxford University Press India (OUP), a department of the prestigious University of Oxford, has released its early-year range of blended solutions conforming to the National Curriculum Framework 2022 for Foundational Stages (NCF-FS) based on the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Reliance Jio launches True 5G in 10 more cities across India

Feb 08, 2023, at 12:19 am

New Delhi: Reliance Jio on Tuesday announced the launch of its True 5G services across 10 cities.