Meru Cabs introduces MeruFlexi service in Kolkata
Sep 11, 2014, at 06:16 pm
Kolkata, Sept 10 (IBNS) : With a fleet of over 10,000 cabs on road and an unbeatable experience of more than 35,000 trips a day and serving over 4 million passengers, Meru Cabs on Wednesday announced the launch of its ‘MeruFlexi’ service in Kolkata.
AMRI Hospitals organizes 2-day free health check-up camp for Bengal entertainment industry
Sep 11, 2014, at 06:14 pm
Kolkata, Sept 10 (IBNS): AMRI Hospitals Ltd is organizing a 2-day free health check-up progamme at Purple Movie Town in Sonarpur for the entertainment industry of Bengal to sensitize the society at large on the merits of preventive healthcare which reinforces the hospital’s motto “Get Well Sooner.â€
'Tigers' has a roaring premiere at Toronto
Sep 11, 2014, at 06:12 pm
Mumbai, Sept 10 (IBNS): Oscar-winning Danis Tanovic's new film Tigers, which features Bollywood star Emraan Hashmi in his first international project, was premiered worldwide at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival on Monday evening.
J&K floods: Over 76,500 persons rescued
Sep 11, 2014, at 06:09 pm
Srinagar, Sept 10 (IBNS): With the flood water receding in the Kasmir Valley, the Armed Forces and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have rescued over 76,500 persons so far from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir in the ongoing relief operations in the flood ravaged state.
Priyanka glams up Toronto Film Festival
Sep 11, 2014, at 06:03 pm
Toronto, Sept 10 (IBNS) Priyanka Chopra is in Toronto to attend the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), to be held between Sept 4 and 14, where her sports biopic “Mary Kom†saw its world premiere.
59 journalists get Ramnath Goenka Awards for Excellence
Sep 11, 2014, at 05:47 pm
New Delhi, Sept 10 (IBNS) The press should use its freedom in a responsible manner and be credible as it has an important role to play in democracy, Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan said on Tuesday evening during the Ramnath Goenka Awards for Excellence in Journalism 2014 held at ITC Maurya here.
Music recital 'Peace' charms Kolkata
Sep 10, 2014, at 10:43 pm
Kolkata, Sept 9 (IBNS): A melodious evening charmed music-lovers of Kolkata on Sunday as a musical recital 'Peace' was presented by vocalist Smriti Lala at the G.D. Birla Sabhagar.
Bipasha Basu promotes her 'Creature 3D' in Kolkata
Sep 10, 2014, at 10:41 pm
Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu was present in Kolkata on Tuesday (Sept 9, 2014) to promote her upcoming movie 'Creature 3D'. The film features Bipasha Basu and Imran Abbas Naqvi in lead roles. The 3D monster thriller sci-fi film is directed by Vikram Bhatt. Images by Soumyadeep Pal/IBNS
British Council launches new season of contemporary dance
Sep 09, 2014, at 09:21 pm
New Delhi, Sept 9 (IBNS): The British Council is presenting the world-renowned UK-based dance group the HofeshShechter Company in India. The company presents its popular performance Political Mother as the opening act of the British Council’s new season of contemporary dance, Impulse 2.
Rituparna attends cover launch of Femina Bangla Pujo Edition
Sep 09, 2014, at 05:59 pm
Tollywood (Bengali film industry) actress Rituparna Sengupta was present at the launch the cover of Femina Bangla Pujo edition at Reliance Trends Showroom in Howrah's Avani Riverside Mall on Monday (Sept 8, 2014) . The actress is the cover girl of Femina Bangla Pujo issue. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
President presents Saakshar Bharat Awards 2014
Sep 09, 2014, at 05:56 pm
New Delhi, Sept 8 (IBNS) President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday presented the Saakshar Bharat Awards 2014 at International Literacy Day Celebrations organized by Union Ministry of Human Resource Development at a function at Vigyan Bhavan here.
J&K floods: Will not move back till last man is brought to safety, says Army
Sep 09, 2014, at 05:52 pm
Srinagar, Sept 8 (IBNS): With floods ravaging the state of Jammu and Kashmir and claiming over 150 lives, the Indian Army on Monday said the force will not move back to the barracks till the last man is brought to safety .
Cycle Heritage Quiz 2014 returns to Kolkata
Sep 08, 2014, at 11:16 pm
Kolkata, Sept 8 (IBNS) 'Cycle Heritage Quiz', presented by Cycle Pure Agarbathies, the world's largest incense stick brand, has returned to Kolkata with its 4th edition at the Kalamandir Hall.
J&K floods: IAF continues rescue operations
Sep 08, 2014, at 09:57 pm
New Delhi, Sept 7 (IBNS): The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday said it has airlifted a total of 850 personnel so far in the flood affected regions of Jammu and Kashmir.
Kolkata hosts PolyCon INDIA 2014
Sep 08, 2014, at 09:47 pm
Indian Chamber of Commerce hosted PolyCon INDIA 2014 in Kolkata on Saturday (Sept 6, 2014).
This Durga Puja, go the traditional way
Sep 08, 2014, at 09:37 pm
Kolkata, Sept 6 (IBNS) The sounds of dhak can be heard, and there’s kaash-phool in the fields. It’s that time of year when Ma Durga is all set to make her agomon into the city, and we, on our part, prepare to welcome Her with open arms and undimmed enthusiasm.
'Aamar Aami' premiere in Kolkata
Sep 08, 2014, at 09:05 pm
Premier of Tollywood movie 'Aamar Aami' was held at Inox, South City Mall in Kolkata on Friday (Sept 5, 2014). Images: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Adfactors PR hosts 'Social Intelligence for Business Success' conference
Sep 08, 2014, at 08:58 pm
Mumbai, Sept 5 (IBNS): In a first for the Indian public relations industry, Adfactors PR organized a seminar on Social Intelligence on Friday.
Indian contingent looking forward to Asian Games
Sep 08, 2014, at 04:05 am
New Delhi, Sept 7 (IBNS) Successive victories over Chinese Super League sides completed India U-23’s preparation for the Incheon Asian Games. The two matches also completed India U-23 Team’s over two-month long preparatory Camps (since July 1, 2014) including two exposure Tours – one in Czech Republic and the present one in China, and an International Friendly Series involving two matches back home in August.
Ritu Kumar unveils Fall Winter collection 2014
Sep 08, 2014, at 03:57 am
Fashion designer Ritu Kumar unveiled her new Fall Winter collection 2014 at the flagship store in Kolkata recently.
Kerala Samajan High School wins quiz contest
Sep 08, 2014, at 03:44 am
Kerala Samajan High School from Jamshedpur were the champions with 50 points in the IT level quiz at Kala Mandir last month presented by the Tata Consultancy Service (TCS). The runner up was Loyola High School from Jamshedhpur with 35 points.
Elite model hunt holds Kolkata leg
Sep 08, 2014, at 03:02 am
Max India on Elite Model Look India 2014, the international model hunt, came to Kolkata with the hunt held at the City Centre II in Salt Lakeon Saturday (Sept 6, 2014). To select the Kolkata models who will compete at the National level and finally get a chance to become part of the prestigious agency - Elite, were present style icon and model turned fashion industry personality Marc Robinson and Elite's brand ambassador and model-fashion designer Diandra Soares.
Designer Sayantan Sarkar 's collection showcased in Kolkata
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:40 am
Designer Sayantan Sarkar 's Winter-Festive Collection 2014 “Live and Let Fly†was showcased in Kolkata on Friday (Sept 5, 2014).
IDBI Bank sets up 'Near DR Centre' in Mumbai
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:26 am
Mumbai, Sept 5 (IBNS): IDBI Bank operationalized its 'Near DR Centre' in Mumbai on Friday, thereby joining a select list of banks who have established three-way DR. M. S. Raghavan, CMD, IDBI Bank inaugurated the site in the presence of B.K. Batra and M.O. Rego, DMDs and other senior officials of the Bank.
Australian PM calls on Pranab Mukherjee
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:24 am
New Delhi, Sept 5 (IBNS): Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott called on Indian President Pranab Mukherjee at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday.
AirAsia inaugurates flight from Bengaluru to Jaipur and Chandigarh
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:21 am
Jaipur, Sept 5 (IBNS): AirAsia India on Friday celebrated its entry into North India with a receiving ceremony for its inaugural flights from Bengaluru to Jaipur and Chandigarh. A total of 180 guests, signifying a 100% flight load, were on board on both the inaugural flights which took off from Bengaluru on Friday and the flights were given a grand welcome with a water salute. The first flight guests were welcomed by an entrancing folk dance performance at the airport.
GVK EMRI signs MoU with NTRI Australia
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:18 am
Hyderabad Sept 5 (IBNS): In a significant step to strengthen trauma care in India, GVK EMRI, an emergency services provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Trauma Research Institute, Australia.
J&K flood Army continues relief operations
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:12 am
Udhampur, Sept 5 (IBNS): In the last 72 hours, with no letup in the huge down pour and inclement weather in the far reaches of Jammu Division, the Army in coordination with Civil Authorities under Operation Megh Rahat has been able to rescue, as the reports last came in, about 1100 civilians, large no of live stock from the wrath of the huge deluge engulfing the entire area.
Army hosts technical symposium in Kashmir
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:09 am
Udhampur, Sept 5 (IBNS): A symposium-cum-exhibition titled "North Technical-2014" was organized at Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, under the aegis of Headquarters Northern Command. The event was aimed at providing Army units, maintenance agencies and industry an opportunity to exhibit their innovations and display technical products at a common platform.
GenNext Ventures, Microsoft partner to launch innovation hubs
Sep 07, 2014, at 05:04 am
Mumbai, Sept 5 (IBNS): GenNext Ventures, the venture investment management arm of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), on Friday signed a three-year partnership with Microsoft India, through Microsoft Ventures in India, to set up GenNext Innovation Hubs, a pan India initiative to catalyze the country's technology startup ecosystem. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by R. A. Mashelkar, Chairman, GenNext Ventures and Board Member, RIL, and Bhaskar Pramanik, Chairman, Microsoft India.