Lok Sabha General Elections-2014, in Aizawl, Mizoram
Apr 11, 2014, at 09:26 pm
The Vice President, Shri Mohd. Hamid Ansari lighting the lamp to inaugurate the ‘International Conference on Skilling in Schools’, in New Delhi on April 11, 2014.
Lazeez opens restaurant in Howrah
Apr 11, 2014, at 06:12 pm
Mughlai and Awadhi service restaurant chain Lazeez, the popular from house of Shiraz Hotels Pvt Ltd, opend their first flagship outlet in Howrah on Thursday (April 10, 2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Apr 10, 2014, at 11:36 pm
Filmmaker Mainak Bhaumik on Tuesday (April 8, 2014) launched his movie 'Take One', billed as a bold film that celebrates beauty in the raw reality of a real woman. Present at the launch was actress Swastika Mukherjee along with co-actors Rahul and Arindam Sil. Images by/IBNS
Apr 10, 2014, at 11:28 pm
Female voters standing in a queue for casting their votes during the 3rd Phase of General Elections-2014, in New Delhi on April 10, 2014.
Window Connection music launched
Apr 10, 2014, at 11:22 pm
Music Director Anupam Roy along with actors Tanusree Chakraborty, Aryann Bhowmik, Kanchan Mullick were present at the music launch of Raj Kumar Gupta’s film 'Window Connection' in Kolkata on Tuesday (April 8, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Arjun, Alia promote '2 States' in Kolkata
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:18 pm
Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor and actress Alia Bhatt visited Kolkata on Tuesday (Apr 8, 2014) to promote their upcoming film '2 States'. The film is an Indian romantic comedy film directed by Abhishek Varman. '2 States' is based on the 2009 novel written by writer Chetan Bhagat. Film-buffs will see the love story between Krish Malhotra, played by Arjun Kapoor and Ananya Swaminathan, played by Alia Bhatt, in the movie. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Ritu Kumar launches 'Poila Baisakh' collection
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:13 pm
City model Lisha showcased the 'Poila Baisakh' Collection 2014 by ace fashion designer Ritu Kumar on Tuesday (Apr 8, 2014) in Kolkata. The Poila Baisakh collection comprises of an eclectic ensemble of treasured hand-woven sarees in khadi, tussar, chanderi depicting the richness of Indian craftsmanship, an array of ethno-chic skirts, kurtis and an exclusive range of maxi dresses in vibrant hues swathed in the festive mood. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
New song of 'Kaanchi' released
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:07 pm
Mumbai, Apr 9 (IBNS): The makers of the upcoming musical 'Kaanchi' have released the video for their original Badtameezi song, 'Thumka'.
Sonnet hosts Bengali Food festival
Apr 09, 2014, at 06:01 pm
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Gupi-Bagha’s surprise in legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray classic film, literally reflected in the eyes of the guests present at the Sonnet in Kolkata as the spread was being tabled, oozing Bengali aroma. Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar visits Kolkata
Apr 09, 2014, at 05:30 pm
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Spiritual leader,humanitarian and founder of The Art of Living Sri Sri Ravi Shankar visited Kolkata on Tuesday as citizens attended two events hosted by him in the city.
Polls 'merchandise' floods Kolkata markets
Apr 08, 2014, at 07:59 pm
With Lok Sabha elections fever gripping the nation, T-shirts, umbrellas and other goods having different party symbols, faces of party leaders painted on them, are flooding markets. IBNS camera caught sellers busy selling such merchandise across the 'City of Joy' (Kolkata) on Monday (April 7, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Graphic novel version of 'Chakrapurer Chakkare' launched
Apr 08, 2014, at 06:15 pm
Popular Bengali writer Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay launched the english graphic novel version of his literary work 'Chakrapurer Chakkare' at Kolkata's South Point High School on Monday (April 7, 2014). Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
LS: Political leaders campaign in Kolkata
Apr 08, 2014, at 06:06 pm
Political leaders from different political parties, including Somen Mitra of the Congress, Sudip Bandyopadhyay of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Rahul Sinha of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), campaigned for the Lok Sabha polls in Kolkata on Monday (April 7, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Devendra Kumar Pathak takes over as BSF chief
Apr 08, 2014, at 05:53 pm
New Delhi, Apr 7 (IBNS); Devendra Kumar Pathak on Monday took charge as the Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF).
Smartur to make children aware regarding politics
Apr 08, 2014, at 05:48 pm
Kolkata, Apr 7 (IBNS): Smartur (www.smartur.com), start-up in the space of digital content solutions for schools and students, recently launched the online initiative ‘ABC of 2014 Elections’, in an attempt to create basic awareness about Indian politics and elections of our country amongst children.
Idea Rocks India Season 6 winner announced
Apr 08, 2014, at 05:42 pm
Indian singer, composer, performer and songwriter Mika Singh on Sunday (Apr 6, 2014) announced the winner of musical dhamaka ‘Idea Rocks India – Season 6’, here in Kolkata. Present at the event was Anish Roy, Chief Operating Officer, East, Idea Cellular
Apr 08, 2014, at 12:16 am
IIM Calcutta celebrates 49th Annual Convocation
Apr 07, 2014, at 08:20 pm
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM-C) hosted its 49th Annual Convocation on Saturday (April 5, 2014) with the vision of accelerating its journey towards internationalization. The event was attended by Arundhati Bhattacharya, Chairperson, State Bank of India as the Chief Guest, Ajit Balakrishnan, CEO – Rediff.com and the Chairman of IIM Calcutta’s Board of Governors and Professor Saibal Chattopadhyay, Director, IIM Calcutta. Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Soha launches Zink London in Kolkata
Apr 05, 2014, at 09:59 pm
Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan launched high-end fashion brand Zink London in Kolkata on Friday (April 4, 2014). Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
'Cocktail' shooting in Kolkata
Apr 05, 2014, at 09:55 pm
The shooting of upcoming Bengali film “Cocktail†is currently going on in Kolkata. The film's shooting was held at Parimal Kunja on Friday (April 4, 2014). The film is directed by Swapan Saha.Images by Somnath Roy Chowdhury/IBNS
Splash Salon & Spa opens in Kolkata
Apr 05, 2014, at 04:42 am
Kolkata, Apr 4 (IBNS): Bengali actress Arunima Ghosh on Friday inaugurated the Splash Salon & Spa, for beauty and wellness treatment, in Kolkata. Image by Shubham Dasgupta
NGO hosts discussion on disabled voters
Apr 04, 2014, at 08:55 pm
Manekshaw's statue unveiled in New Delhi
Apr 04, 2014, at 08:07 pm
New Delhi, Apr 3 (IBNS): Marking the birth centenary of Field Marshal SHFJ Manekshaw, MC, who is considered as one of the most illustrious Generals of the Indian Army, his statue was unveiled at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on Thursday.
Maheshwari Sabha hosts Gangaur festival
Apr 04, 2014, at 07:58 pm
Kolkata, Apr 3 (IBNS): The Purva Kolkata Maheshwari Sabha recently celebrated the festival of 'Gangaur' with much fervour and devotion for the fifth year in a row at the Phoolbagan Gangaur Park, here. 'Gangaur', the festival of Rajasthan is observed with great fervour and devotion by women folk who worship 'Gauri', the consort of Lord Shiva.
Apr 03, 2014, at 10:00 pm
The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee attending the meeting of Directors of Indian Institute of Science Education & Research (IISERs) & Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on April 03, 2014.
iLEAD hosts workshop on faculty development
Apr 02, 2014, at 09:38 pm
Kolkata, Apr 2 (IBNS): Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Development (iLEAD) recently conducted a two-day workshop on 'Faculty Development', with Ashley Braganza, Professor, Brunel University, UK and Melvin N Johnson, Professor, Tennessee State University, USA, here,