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Border peace, mutual trust should be basis of our relations: PM Modi to Xi Jinping at bilateral talks in Kazan | After 35 years, my first time: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra campaigns as Congress candidate in Wayanad | Supreme Court overturns its industrial alcohol verdict, says 'state's power can't be taken away' | Building collapse in Bengaluru kills 5, rescue operation still underway | Narendra Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin, says India is ready to provide all cooperation to resolve Ukraine crisis | PM Modi meets Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian in Kazan, reviews bilateral ties | A day after Indo-China's patrolling arrangement, PM Modi to meet Xi Jinping tomorrow at BRICS | Punjab govt gives nod to prosecute of Ram Rahim in 2015 sacrilege cases | Newly formed terror group with suspected backing of Lashkar-e-Taiba dismantled in Kashmir | Exiled author Taslima Nasreen urges Home Minister Amit Shah to let her stay in India

Yatish Kumar’s passion for literature revs up Hindi literary scene in India

Nov 12, 2022, at 10:11 pm

Yatish Kumar, Chairman & Managing Director, Braithwaite & Company Ltd, a seasoned poet, author and literati, has been promoting Hindi poetry and literature across India.

Kashi Yatra: Enjoy the quintessential beauty of Varanasi at this art exhibition in Mumbai

Nov 12, 2022, at 06:37 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Known variously as Kashi, Banaras and Varanasi, this city on the River Ganga, is a timeless attraction. Now enjoy the city and its aura through the works of artist Mamta Malhotra in an exhibition titled ‘Kashi Yatra’, which is being held from November 15 to 21 at Mumbai’s Jehangir Art Gallery.

US Consulate Kolkata and Theatre Alliance with NGO Contact Base present 'A Global Idea'

Nov 10, 2022, at 07:43 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: U.S. Consulate General Kolkata and Washington.D.C.-based Theatre Alliance in association with Kolkata-based NGO Contact Base presented a play “A Global I.D.E.A.” on the lawns of the city's iconic Victoria Memorial recently.  

Lava 5G smartphone ‘Blaze 5G’ to go on sale starting November 15 on Amazon.in

Nov 10, 2022, at 12:29 am

Mumbai: Lava International Limited, an end-to-end mobile handset and mobile solutions company based in India, on Wednesday announced that its Lava 5G smartphone ‘Blaze 5G’ will go on sale starting on November 15 at 12 noon exclusively on e-commerce platform Amazon.in at a special introductory price of Rs 9,999 on the launch date for a limited stock.

Nykaa Fashion's new face is Janhvi Kapoor

Nov 08, 2022, at 11:43 pm

Mumbai: Nykaa Fashion, the multi-brand ecommerce fashion and lifestyle destination, on Tuesday announced Bollywood’s leading style icon, Janhvi Kapoor, as its brand ambassador.

Austrian film Alma and Oskar promises a passionate opening for IFFI 53

Nov 08, 2022, at 08:54 pm

Panaji: The 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to be held in Goa from November 20 to November 28 will open with Austrian film Alma and Oskar.

Emami Art Experimental Film Festival 2022 to be held from Nov 9-13

Nov 08, 2022, at 08:28 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The Emami Art Experimental Film Festival 2022 by Emami Art is scheduled to be held from Nov 9 to 13 at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity in Anandapur, Kolkata.

The French Institute in India to host training for teachers from India and Sri Lanka in Jaipur

Nov 06, 2022, at 11:37 pm

Jaipur: The French Institute in India (Embassy of France) will be organising a week-long training programme for French language teachers from India and Sri Lanka in Jaipur city of Rajasthan from Monday.

Twitter launches $8 blue tick verification service on iOS

Nov 06, 2022, at 06:48 am

Twitter on Saturday rolled out $8 verification service for its users just days after new-owner Elon Musk announced it.

Koo registers 50 million downloads in 2 years

Nov 05, 2022, at 11:38 pm

Indian micro-blogging website Koo has recorded 50 million (5 crore) downloads in the past two years since its inception.

Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Arts, Culture and Linguistics hosts seminar on Gujari Language and Education

Nov 04, 2022, at 10:21 pm

Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Arts, Culture and Linguistics hosted a seminar on the ‘Gujari Language and Education’ recently.

A taste of Delhi street cuisine for Kolkatans as Kasan- Flavours of India hosts food festival

Nov 04, 2022, at 07:57 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: From the soft, succulent and juicy kebabs of the narrow lanes of Delhi-6 to the best parathas of Parathewali Gali,  the legacy and aroma of the street foods of India's national capital is now tickling the taste buds of Kolkata food lovers.

Check out this new brewpub when you are in Goa's Vagator beach next

Nov 04, 2022, at 07:40 pm

Panaji/IBNS: Goa-based designer boutique resort 3102bce recently launched its pub ‘Istaka - Bar, Bites & Bowls’.

WhatsApp launches Communities; features include in-chat polls; 32 people group video calls

Nov 04, 2022, at 05:32 am

Mark Zuckerberg today announced Communities on WhatsApp, which will start rolling out to users globally today and will be available to everyone over the next few months.

HMD Global launches Nokia G60 5G in India

Nov 01, 2022, at 09:52 pm

New Delhi: HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, on Tuesday announced the launch an exciting addition to the G-series portfolio with the Nokia G60 5G.

Jammu and Kashmir: AVSAR Scheme provides national platform for marketing to artists

Nov 01, 2022, at 09:25 pm

UMEED Market Place setup under AVSAR (Airport as Venue for Skilled Artisans Of The Region) Scheme of Airport Authority of India at Srinagar and Jammu airports is providing scope to artisans to  get exposed to the national market and strengthen the economic conditions of local artisan community.

Tuk-tuk diplomacy: Women US diplomats discover Delhi in pink autos

Oct 30, 2022, at 07:16 pm

Three women American diplomats discover Delhi in their personalised autorickshaws, one honk at a time, reports Krittika Sharma 

Halloween spread from Kolkata restaurants

Oct 29, 2022, at 08:35 pm

Kolkata/IBNS:  Restaurants in Kolkata are vying with each other to bring out the most spooky menus this Halloween and we have put them together for you.

What restaurants in Kolkata are offering this Halloween

Oct 29, 2022, at 07:09 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Here’s a round-up of how restaurants in Kolkata are rolling out a mix of music, fun and food themed on Halloween, the popular festival which is said to have began as All Hallows’ Day in Ireland and Scotland, travelled to North America and then spread across the world.

PettinOut: Celebrate the day with your furry friends in Kolkata

Oct 29, 2022, at 02:04 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Here is some exciting news for pet parents and dog lovers – an opportunity to take your non-human friends on an outing at one of the plush addresses in Kolkata.

IIT Jammu honours tribal researcher Dr Javed Rahi

Oct 28, 2022, at 11:06 pm

Jammu: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu has conferred  an award on eminent tribal researcher Dr. Javed Rahi for his contribution in developing language, literature, and culture of the Gujjar Bakarwal tribes within Jammu and Kashmir.

Tribal Festival celebrated in Kohima

Oct 26, 2022, at 11:44 pm

Kohima: The Department of Art & Culture, Nagaland, organized a "Tribal Festival" with the theme "Igniting Cultural Traditions” at Amphitheatre, Directorate of Art & Culture, Kohima on Wednesday with Advisor, Art & Culture and Tourism, Khehovi Yepthomi as the special guest.

iPadOS 16 currently available for users

Oct 26, 2022, at 03:10 pm

California: iPadOS 16 takes the versatility of iPad even further, introducing new ways to collaborate via Messages, big updates to Mail, iCloud Shared Photo Library, passkeys and new collaboration features in Safari, the Weather app, pro features including Reference Mode and Display Zoom, and an entirely new multitasking experience with Stage Manager. iPadOS 16 is available today as a free software update.

JCB Prize for Literature announces diverse shortlist in fifth year

Oct 25, 2022, at 09:24 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The JCB Prize for Literature has announced a diverse shortlist in its fifth year.

Apple unveils completely redesigned iPad in four vibrant colours

Oct 24, 2022, at 10:17 pm

California: Apple has introduced the new iPad with an all-screen design featuring a large 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display.

Apple introduces next-generation iPad Pro

Oct 24, 2022, at 10:08 pm

Apple recently announced the new iPad Pro with the M2 chip, delivering the ultimate combination of portability, versatility, and unbelievable performance.

Apple launches powerful next-generation Apple TV 4K

Oct 24, 2022, at 10:05 pm

Apple recently announced the next generation of Apple TV 4K — more powerful, entertaining, and affordable than ever, and offering impressive cinematic quality.

Richa Sharma launches Mia by Tanishq's new store in Kolkata

Oct 24, 2022, at 09:55 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Actor Richa Sharma has recently launched a new store of Mia by Tanishq in Kolkata.

Loafer’s Café - where fresh bakes complements coffee and tea

Oct 23, 2022, at 08:48 pm

This is one of those places where one can walk in dressed in casuals; tousled hair and overflowing shopping bags. It welcomes you with its warmth, and makes you feel comfortable as soon as you step inside. This 32-seater, one-year-old café is just the perfect place to unwind after a hectic shopping spree.

Nikon award-winning closeup photo of demonic ant face creeps out netizens

Oct 23, 2022, at 01:06 am

New York/IBNS: The world of social media and Internet has been caught off guard this week by the terrifying close-up photo of an ant by Lithuanian nature photographer Eugenijus Kavaliauskas, who has a particular focus on macro images of insects.