On World Book Day, UN hails reading and writing as pillars of sustainable societies
Apr 24, 2015, at 07:20 pm
New York, Apr 24 (IBNS) As global symbols of social progress, books have always been targets for those who reject freedom and tolerance, the United Nations agency mandated with promoting education said on Thursday on World Book and Copyright Day, calling the occasion an opportunity to recognize the power of books to change lives for the better.
Shakespeare's 451st Birth Anniversary celebrated with plays
Apr 24, 2015, at 06:29 am
Kolkata, Apr 23 (IBNS) Thespian Biplab Dasgupta, elocutionist-actor-presenter Sujoy Prosad Chatterjee and actor Bobby Chakraborty took on the centre stage at a city studio to enact excerpts from the William Shakespeare's popular plays as the city celebrated the 451st birth anniversary of the Bard of Avon.
American Center Kolkata hosts 'Fefu and Her Friends'
Apr 24, 2015, at 04:45 am
Kolkata, Apr 23 (IBNS) Students of Jadavpur University presented a play by Cuban American playwright Maria Irene Fornes 'Fefu And Her Friends' at the American Centre in Kolkata on Thursday.
Lakme 9to5 Insta Light promises instantly lit-up skin
Apr 24, 2015, at 01:57 am
Kolkata, Apr 23 (IBNS): Lakme's all new Lakme 9to5 Insta Light will put an end to women's quest for instantly lit-up skin, without any effort.
MICA announces FDP on business research and analytics
Apr 24, 2015, at 01:41 am
Ahmedabad, Apr 23 (IBNS): MICA on Thursday announced a five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on "Business Research and Analytics†from June 15 to 19, 2015 at its campus in Ahmedabad.
Miles Professional Education introduces US CMA course in Kolkata
Apr 23, 2015, at 11:42 pm
Kolkata, Apr 23 (IBNS): The tri-party agreement of Miles Professional Education, Wiley and Institute of Management Accountants, US introduced US CMA and US CPA courses in Kolkata.
Dr. K Radhakrishnan conferred with P C Chandra Puraskaar 2015
Apr 23, 2015, at 11:35 pm
Kolkata, Apr 22 (IBNS) Dr. K Radhakrishnan, ISRO's 'Man of Steel', has received the P C Chandra Puraskaar 2015.
Daiwik Hotels launches in Shirdi
Apr 23, 2015, at 04:23 am
Kolkata, Apr 22 (IBNS): After debuting with a unique concept of speciality pilgrimage hospitality with the launch of its first property in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, Daiwik Hotels Private Limited, launched its second property in Shirdi.
Aircel committed to construct toilets, provide sanitation facilities for TN schools
Apr 23, 2015, at 03:18 am
Kolkata, Apr 22 (IBNS): Mobile service provider Aircel has pledged a contribution of Rs. 82.6 Lacs towards the 'Swacch Bharat Abhiyaan'.
British Council, Trust work to enhance skills in Spoken English
Apr 23, 2015, at 12:21 am
Chennai, Apr 22 (IBNS): At the heart of the historical heritage garden of the Theosophical Society, lies the Olcott Memorial School with a vision to provide quality education to economically disadvantaged children.
British Council Announces Shakespeare Lives
Apr 23, 2015, at 12:20 am
New Delhi, Apr 22 (IBNS) The British Council Wednesday announced Shakespeare Lives, an unprecedented global programme of events and activities celebrating Shakespeare’s life on the occasion of the 400th anniversary of his death in 2016.
Story celebrated its 1st anniversary on Bengali New Year
Apr 22, 2015, at 11:02 pm
Kolkata, Apr 22 (IBNS): Story, one of the most talked about leisure stores of the city, celebrated its 1st anniversary on Bengali New Year, i.e, Poila Boishak, at their Elgin Road store in Kolkata.
Apr 22, 2015, at 05:35 pm
New York, Apr 22 (IBNS): Popular search engine Google on Wednesday celebrated Earth Day with a beautiful doodle on its homepage.
Hotel Sahara Star brings back Mango Mania for summer
Apr 21, 2015, at 09:57 pm
Mumbai, Apr 21 (IBNS): In the ongoing summer, Hotel Sahara Star, the five star deluxe ushers in the King of Fruits with the ultimate sinfully exotic 'Mango Mania' a delectable spread of juicy lip smacking mango preparations.
Uber announces association with BookMyShow for T20 cricket season
Apr 21, 2015, at 05:25 pm
New Delhi, Apr 21 (IBNS): Uber has announced its association with BookMyShow as their official logistics partner for the ongoing T20 cricket season.
Thomas Cook India launches the 'Art of Travel' coffee table book
Apr 21, 2015, at 05:18 am
New Delhi, April 20 (IBNS): Thomas Cook (India) Ltd., travel and travel related financial services company, on Monday launched 'The Art of Travel'- a coffee table book in collaboration with the Israel Ministry.
Written in Tears captures a violent period in India's Northeast
Apr 19, 2015, at 11:09 pm
Kolkata, Apr 19 (IBNS) "Written in Tears", a recent publication by Harper Collins, offers a glimpse into the Northeast of India, particularly Assam, during a period of violence and political unrest that wrecked the region for a few decades in the contemporary times and its widespread impact on the society.
Apr 19, 2015, at 05:18 pm
The buzz around the film Margarita with a Straw on a disabled teenager's jest for life and desire also brings into focus the less talked about subject of sexuality relating to the differently able people, writes Ranjita Biswas
American Center and iLEAD host debate
Apr 18, 2015, at 11:53 pm
Kolkata, Apr 18 (IBNS): The American Center Kolkata and the Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Development (iLEAD) jointly hosted the fourth edition of the Jefferson Debates on Friday at iLEAD campus in Kolkata's Tapsia area.
Gallery Sanskriti brings together legends for 'Nayika'
Apr 18, 2015, at 04:24 pm
Kolkata, Apr 17 (IBNS): Marking their silver Anniversary year, Kolkata's Gallery Sanskriti is hosting their second exhibition titled 'Nayika' , celebrating the beauty and strength in the feminine.
Raymond Weil unveils Gibson inspired music specal edition Nabucco
Apr 17, 2015, at 05:44 pm
New Delhi, Apr 17 (IBNS): Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil on Friday announced its new product collaboration with Gibson Brands, the fastest growing company in the music and sound industries, combining forces to create a very special nabucco timepiece that will be unveiled during Baselworld 2015.
LG to give out G4 smartphone as part of its consumer experience campaign in India
Apr 16, 2015, at 09:10 pm
Kolkata, Apr 16 (IBNS) As part of its most ambitious smartphone introduction yet, LG Electronics India will select a handful of Indian consumers who will ‘test drive’ the new LG G4 smartphone weeks before its official launch.
Tenon eyes listing in India by 2017
Apr 16, 2015, at 08:33 pm
New Delhi, Apr 16 (IBNS):Facility management and security business firm Tenon plans to go public by listing itself on the domestic bourses by the end of 2017.
Vice President releases book on experiences of 33 distinguished diplomats
Apr 16, 2015, at 04:15 am
New Delhi, Apr 15 (IBNS)- Vice President M. Hamid Ansari released a book entitled "India and the World – Through the eyes of Indian Diplomats" edited by Surendra Kumar at a function here on Wednesday.
Kokuyo Camlin along with kids put together world's longest canvas
Apr 16, 2015, at 03:39 am
New Delhi, April 15 (IBNS)- At a ceremony to celebrate 'World Art Day' 2015, Kokuyo Camlin Limited , premier and pioneer stationery and art manufacturer, along with school kids created a 7.5 kilometers long canvas, the longest canvas in the world to be painted in a single day.
Cambridge University Press India launches 'Cambridge Learn'
Apr 15, 2015, at 08:05 pm
Kolkata, Ap 15 (IBNS): Cambridge University Press has announced its first digital education product in India, Cambridge Learn, a first-of-its kind comprehensive digital learning solution.
Bengal soaks in festivity of Poila Baikshakh
Apr 15, 2015, at 04:40 pm
Kolkata, Apr 15 (IBNS): West Bengal on Wednesday ushered in its new year with fresh fervour, joy, hope and aspirations amid the exchange of hugs and wishes within the Bengali community which is celebrating the auspicious occasion of Poila Baishakh (the first day of the Bengali calendar), which marks the 'Nababarsho' or the Bengali new year.
LOreal Paris introduces HydraFresh Grape Seeds Night Mask-In Jelly
Apr 14, 2015, at 11:32 pm
Mumbai, April 14 (IBNS): L'Oréal Paris laboratories has introduce HydraFresh Night Mask-In Jelly, an innovative jelly texture that wraps your skin like a sleeping mask for non-stop water replenishment while you're asleep.
SilkAir crew take to the skies in a new look
Apr 14, 2015, at 10:50 pm
New Delhi, Apr 14 (IBNS) After 26 years in the air, SilkAir on Wednesday launched a new collection of uniforms for its over 500 cabin crew, embracing achic new style thatembodies its professional image and demonstrates the airline’songoing commitment toensuring the brand remains relevant for the times.
Vividh Bharati on FM platform to address wider audience: Arun Jaitley
Apr 14, 2015, at 10:06 pm
New Delhi, Apr 14 (IBNS) Minister of Finance, Corporate Affairs and I&B Arun Jaitley has said that the introduction of the Vividh Bharati services from Delhi, on the FM platform had addressed the content and entertainment needs of the audiences residing within the NCR region.