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Brazil President Luiz Inacio welcomes PM Modi at G20 Rio Summit

Nov 19, 2024, at 03:17 am

PM Modi receives a warm welcome from President of Brazil,Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at G20 Rio Summit, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on November 18, 2024.(Photo Courtesy : PIB)

PM Modi addresses G20 Session at Brazil's Rio de Janeiro

Nov 19, 2024, at 03:13 am

PM Modi remarks at the G20 Session on “Social Inclusion and the Fight Against Hunger and Poverty” at Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil on November 18, 2024.(Photo Courtesy : PIB)

In images: 48th International Kolkata Book Fair announced

Nov 16, 2024, at 02:51 am

The 48th International Kolkata Book Fair was announced in Kolkata on Friday. The book fair will run from January 28 to February 9, 2025. Germany is the focal theme country of the edition. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

In images: Draw of Lots Ceremony of Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz 2024

Nov 13, 2024, at 09:09 pm

Draw of Lots Ceremony of Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz 2024 was hosted in Kolkata on Tuesday. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

In images: Last journey of veteran Bengali actor and playwright Manoj Mitra

Nov 13, 2024, at 04:43 am

The mortal remains of veteran Bengali actor and playwright Manoj Mitra was laid to rest with full state honours in a Kolkata crematorium. Several theatre and film personalities were present to pay their tributes to the thespian.(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Russian Deputy PM Denis Manturov, S Jaishankar steer India-Russia talks over trade, cultural cooperation in Delhi

Nov 13, 2024, at 02:46 am

On November 12, in New Delhi First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Denis Manturov and Minister of External Affairs of India Dr S.Jaishankar co-chaired the 25th Session of the Intergovernmental Russian-Indian Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation.

PM Modi attends Igas festival celebrations at Anil Baluni’s house in Delhi

Nov 13, 2024, at 01:50 am

PM  Modi attends Igas festival celebrations at Anil Baluni’s residence, in New Delhi on November 11, 2024.(Photo Courtesy : PIB)

Slideshow: Moments from the cherished life of fashion designer Rohit Bal who passes away

Nov 02, 2024, at 09:55 pm

Iconic fashion designer Rohit Bal died of a cardiac arrest on Friday, leaving a deep void in the Indian fashion industry. He was 63. The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) shared the news of Bal's demise on its official Instagram handle. IBNS photojournalist Sandip Das brings glimpses from his cherished social life and career captured not too long ago.

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with soldiers

Oct 31, 2024, at 11:35 pm

PM Modi celebrated Diwali with personnel from the BSF, Army, Navy, and Air Force at Lakki Nala in the Creek Area, Kutch. This area is both challenging and remote. The days are scorching hot and it also gets cold. The Creek area has other environmental challenges as well. “Our security personnel stand firm in the inhospitable of places and protect us. We are very proud of them,” he said. Photo courtesy: PM Modi FB

PM Modi graces ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ Parade at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat

Oct 31, 2024, at 11:28 pm

Glimpses of the ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ Parade at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat on October 31, 2024. PM Modi graced the event. Photo courtesy: PIB

Halloween: Kolkata immerses in the spooky celebration

Oct 30, 2024, at 09:12 pm

Like every other year, an organisation- named Spandan- hosted the Halloween Festival near Academy of Fine Arts in Rabindra Sadan area earlier this week. Halloween, which is observed in many countries on October 31, is dedicated to remembering the departed souls. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan promote Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 in Kolkata

Oct 29, 2024, at 04:03 am

Bollywood actors Kartik Aaryan and Vidya Balan promoted their upcoming Hindi film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the third installment of the popular franchise, in Kolkata on Monday. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Cyclone Dana: Heavy rains lash Kolkata, widespread waterlogging reported from several areas

Oct 25, 2024, at 11:15 pm

Heavy rains lashed Kolkata on Friday as Cyclone Dana made its landfall in Odisha. Several roads across Kolkata were waterlogged which disrupted normal life in the east Indian city. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS

PM Modi meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at Hyderabad House in New Delhi

Oct 25, 2024, at 11:08 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The Indian Prime Minister and German Chancellor along with officials of the respective countries co-chaired the seventh Intergovernmental Consultations (IGC). (Photo courtesy: PIB)

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Uzbekistan President

Oct 24, 2024, at 05:56 am

PM Modi in a bilateral meeting with the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan,Shavkat Mirziyoyev, on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit at Kazan, in Russia on October 23, 2024.(Photo Courtesy : PIB)

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at Kazan

Oct 23, 2024, at 04:44 am

PM  Modi in a bilateral meeting with the President of Russian Federation,  Vladimir Putin at Kazan, in Russia on October 22, 2024.(Photo Courtesy :PIB)

Subhashree Ganguly, other Tollywood celebs grace special screening of Bengali hit film Bohurupi

Oct 22, 2024, at 05:16 pm

Bengali film A-lister Subhashree Ganguly, actors Tota Roy Chowdhury, veteran artistes Dipankar De, Subhasish Mukhopadhyay and others were in attendance at a special screening organised by Windows Production last week for its massive hit film, Bohurupi, which is directed by Nandita Roy and Shiboprosad Mukherjee. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Trailer of Parambrata Chattopadhyay's Hoichoi web series Nikosh Chhaya unveiled

Oct 22, 2024, at 04:31 pm

The trailer of actor-director Parambrata Chattopadhyay's upcoming Hoichoi web series, Nikosh Chhaya, was unveiled by the makers at Basu Bati in Kolkata on Monday. Along with Parambrata, three members from the lead cast- namely Gaurav Chakrabarty, Anindita Bose and Surangana Bandyopadhyay- were present. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Snapshots of Bohurupi success bash: Mimi Chakraborty, Gargee Roy Chowdhury join the celebrations

Oct 18, 2024, at 05:59 pm

Bengali film star Mimi Chakraborty, senior actress Gargee Roy Chowdhury were among the guests who joined the celebrations of the success of Nandita Roy-Shiboprosad Mukherjee's Durga Puja release, Bohurupi, which starred Abir Chatterjee, Ritabhari Chakraborty, Koushani Mukherjee alongside Shiboprosad in the lead cast of the action chase drama. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Countering Durga Puja carnival, doctors' platform organises mega rally demanding justice for RG Kar victim in Kolkata

Oct 16, 2024, at 03:30 am

In a rare instance, Kolkata Tuesday stood witness to a massive protest rally in demand of justice for the RG Kar victim on a day when the magnanimous Durga Puja carnival was being held on Red Road. The rally was organised by the Joint Platform of Doctors as a counter to Mamata Banerjee's Durga Puja Carnival and was named 'Droher Carnival' (a carnival to rebel).(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Best Pujos of Kolkata 2024: A walkthrough

Oct 08, 2024, at 05:48 pm

Best Pujos of Kolkata 2024: A walkthrough

Glimpses from Bohurupi's grand music launch

Oct 08, 2024, at 03:22 am

Music enthusiasts gathered for the music launch event celebrating the unveiling of Windows Production's complete album of Bohurupi that brings together previously successful singles. The evening highlights the hits like Shimul Polash, Dakatiya Banshi, and Aaj Sara Bela, which have captured the hearts of listeners. Renowned artists AR Rahman and Shantanu Moitra extend their best wishes to the team, underscoring the significance of this celebration in the music community.

Kolkata's iconic Victoria Memorial celebrates Durga Puja

Oct 05, 2024, at 05:42 am

Kolkata's iconic Victoria Memorial is celebrating Durgotsab: Life, Culture, and Livelihoods, jointly organized with the Bengal Business Council. This event is celebrating the cultural, social, and economic significance of Durga Puja, which has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Glimpses from RG Kar-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata

Oct 04, 2024, at 10:02 pm

A Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata's Kankurgachi area was themed after the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at the city's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

West Bengal junior doctors ramp up protests over RG Kar case

Oct 03, 2024, at 06:26 pm

The West Bengal junior doctors on Wednesday held a rally from College Square in North Kolkata to downtown Dharmatala scaling up their protests over the RG Kar rape-murder case, demanding justice for the victim and adequate security for medical fraternity from the government. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Kolkata gears up for Durga Puja

Oct 02, 2024, at 09:37 pm

The last-minute touches and preparations are underway in Kolkata's Kumortuli as a few more days are left for the festival Durga Puja. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Hatibagan Nabin Pally prepares for Durga Puja

Oct 02, 2024, at 09:31 pm

The Hatibagan Nabin Pally in Kolkata is gearing up for the grand festival Durga Puja. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Protest rally demanding justice for RG Kar victim continues on eve of Mahalaya

Oct 02, 2024, at 05:00 am

Even as the festive season of Durga Puja is knocking the doors, the cry for justice for the junior doctor, who was brutally raped and murdered in RG Kar Hospital, is far from dying down. Kolkata stood witness to another round of protest in demand for justice on Tuesday. Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS

Premiere of Bengali film Bhargo in Kolkata

Sep 29, 2024, at 06:29 am

The premiere of Bengali film Bhargo starring Saurav Das, Prantika Das, Kharaj Mukherjee was held at a mall in Kolkata on Friday. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

Glimpses from trailer launch event of Dev, Swastika Mukherjee, Rukmini Maitra's Tekka

Sep 29, 2024, at 06:23 am

The trailer of Srijit Mukherji's Tekka starring Dev, Swastika Mukherjee,Rukmini Maitra, Paran Bandyopadhyay was launched at a mall in Kolkata. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)