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)
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)
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)
Bhowanipur 75 Palli celebrates diamond jubilee this Durga Puja
Sep 27, 2024, at 04:03 am
Bhowanipur 75 Palli is set to commemorate its diamond jubilee year with a grand celebration of Durga Puja, showcasing a vibrant theme titled "Tobuo Tomar Kache Aamar Hridoy". The theme, crafted by renowned artist Shivshankar Das, will feature a mandap that embodies a rustic aesthetic, utilizing eco-friendly materials such as iron and asbestos sheets. It will be complemented by the intricate idol design by world-renowned artist Sanatan Dinda, ensuring a blend of tradition and modernity.Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Protest held in Kolkata against Bengal govt's decision to discontinue tram services
Sep 27, 2024, at 04:00 am
A protest was organised in Kolkata on Thursday against the Bengal government's decision to discontinue the iconic tram services due to challenges posed by the city's traffic. Trams have been a part of Kolkata's landscape and heritage ever since 1873. Kolkata, the last city in India with a functioning tram system, will now only maintain the only route between Esplanade and Maidan.Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Mimi Chakraborty launches Tanishq's Durga Puja collection Aalo
Sep 25, 2024, at 03:31 am
Tollywood actress Mimi Chakraborty on Tuesday launched Tanishq's new jewellery collection, Aalo, for the upcoming Durga Puja festival in Kolkata. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)