India celebrates Bhai Dooj, Narendra Modi, Mamata Banerjee wish people
Nov 09, 2018, at 09:51 am
New Delhi/Kolkata, Nov 9 (IBNS): People across the nation on Saturday indulged in the celebration of the Hindu festival of Bhai Fota or Bhai Dooj (Brother's Day) that cherishes the bond between brothers and sisters.
Educational disadvantage starts from age 10: Study
Nov 08, 2018, at 08:57 am
New York, Nov 8 (IBNS): The academic performance gap between advantaged and disadvantaged children develops from as early as 10 years old and widens throughout students’ lives, according to a new OECD report.
The House and Other Stories: The Kolkata Chromosome
Nov 07, 2018, at 10:12 pm
In June 2015, Kolkata, the former British raj capital that slipped into a slow but steady decay over the decades for reasons ranging from retrograde politics, Bengali inertia and a resultant flight of everything from industry to young educated professionals, was in news for a wrong reason.
Why Indian students are being pushed abroad for higher studies
Nov 07, 2018, at 05:55 pm
Over several decades, the US and the UK were the preferred destinations of Indian students for higher studies. Great universities and the promise of a better life were the magic draw. However, the last decade has seen this attraction transform into a veritable surge. With the growth in the middle class and thus the ability to pay for foreign education, the numbers of Indian students going abroad for education has exponentially increased.
Santoor maestro Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya’s new album releases
Nov 07, 2018, at 05:25 pm
Kolkata, Nov 7 (IBNS): Santoor maestro Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya recently released his latest musical album “Hamsadhwani” at his recital studio at Moore Avenue.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wishes countrymen on Diwali, visits Kedarnath Temple
Nov 07, 2018, at 04:45 pm
Dehradun, Nov 7 (IBNS): On the occasion of Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kedarnath on Wednesday.
West Bengal observes Kali Puja today
Nov 06, 2018, at 05:45 pm
Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS); Continuing the spirit of festivity and enjoyment, people of West Bengal on Tuesday observed Kali Puja.
fbb's new store launched in Bangalore by popular actress Manvitha Harish
Nov 05, 2018, at 07:38 pm
Bangalore, Nov 5 (IBNS): fbb – India’s most preferred fashion destination – launched its new store in Bangalore.
Kitabe launches Shashi Tharoor’s The Paradoxical Prime Minister in Kolkata
Nov 05, 2018, at 05:18 pm
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS): Author and politician Shashi Tharoor was in Kolkata to attend the launch of his book The Paradoxical Prime Minister: Narendra Modi and his India organized by Kitabe – a book launching forum initiated by Prabha Khaitan Foundation and presented by Shree Cement Limited – at the Bengal Rowing Club (BRC).
Google doodles to celebrate 82nd birth anniversary of Greek professor Michael Dertouzos
Nov 05, 2018, at 04:55 pm
New York, Nov 5 (IBNS): Popular internet search engine Google on Monday decorated its homepage with a doodle to mark the 82nd birth anniversary of Greek professor Michael Dertouzos.
Decorate your home with some designer rugs this Diwali
Nov 05, 2018, at 12:13 pm
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS): Wondering how to glam up the house to welcome guests this festive season? How about some fine designer rugs? Pop into Cocoon Fine Rugs’ flagship gallery in Kolkata and you will be spoiled for choice, with a huge selection of contemporary rugs and oriental carpets.
Academician and author Rajdeep Chowdhury organises LIT FIESTA 2018
Nov 03, 2018, at 01:12 pm
Kolkata, Nov 3 (IBNS): Academician and author Rajdeep Chowdhury has recently organised LIT FIESTA 2018 at Rabindranath Tagore Centre, Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in the city.
MAKAUT announces its first chair in name of Sardar Jodh Singh at 7th Annual Convocation
Nov 02, 2018, at 07:47 pm
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): MAKAUT on Friday announced the Sardar Jodh Singh chair in its 7th annual convocation.
MAKAUT announces its first chair in name of Sardar Jodh Singh at 7th Annual Convocation
Nov 02, 2018, at 07:47 pm
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): MAKAUT on Friday announced the Sardar Jodh Singh chair in its 7th annual convocation.
Chhattisgarh school started with 7 students and 2 Franciscan sisters to soon complete 25 years
Nov 02, 2018, at 06:00 pm
Bilaspur, Oct 31 (IBNS): It is hard to imagine that St Francis Higher Secondary School in Bilaspur (Chattisgarh), with its 7.5 acres of modern techno-savvy campus and five thousand students, began its journey under a shed in 1980 with seven students and two Franciscan sisters, Jocita and Elisa, from a Sisters of the Poor Catholic congregation in Germany.
Nov 02, 2018, at 05:51 pm
Turin, Italy, Nov 2 (IBNS): The Department of Humanities, University of Turin, Italy, will host the 10th death anniversary International Symposium in memory of late Dr. Prabha Khaitan titled “Translating existentialism in South Asia,” under the auspices of the Prabha Khaitan Foundation, Kolkata, and the Interdisciplinary Research Centre for Women and Gender - CIRSDe, Turin on Nov 30.
Heena Gorsia, Rotary Club of Calcutta presents Samman to Usha Uthup
Nov 02, 2018, at 05:37 pm
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): Noted educationist and Rotary Club President Heena Gorsia and Rotary Club of Calcutta presented Samman an initiative by the to the legendary singer Usha Uthup at a program at Rotary Sadan recently.
Kolkata: Bihaan Music launches Sadhana album
Nov 02, 2018, at 05:28 pm
Kolkata, Nov 2 (IBNS): Bihaan Music has launched the album entitled "Sadhana" of noted classical vocalist of Kirana Gharana Sohini Roy Chowdhury recently.
Hawkers Market returns to Vancouver
Nov 02, 2018, at 11:42 am
Vancouver, Nov 2 (IBNS/NITN): Hawkers Market, which returns to Vancouver on November 17, offers an evening of curated food and music, highlighting a select group of Canada’s best West Coast Indie food producers.
Oct 29, 2018, at 05:39 pm
In Toronto's Bloor Street West, the Bata Shoe Museum (BSM) is an ode to the civilisation's Cinderella story. Sujoy Dhar visits the only museum of its kind founded by Bata Shoes first lady Sonja Bata who passed away this year, after a lifetime in collecting footwear from every corner of the world
Pandit Girish Chatterjee spreading the magic of Indian classical music across the globe
Oct 27, 2018, at 05:24 pm
Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS): Pandit Girish Chatterjee is a globally acclaimed Indian classical vocalist of the Kirana Gharana who started his musical journey at the tender age of nine.
Book review: Poet Ila Tiwari merges the humorous with the creative
Oct 27, 2018, at 02:49 pm
Poetry is an intimate medium for expressing one’s personal thoughts and feelings. It is also considered as one of the best creative genres.
Book review: When Najam Us Saher decides to 'Uncage the Mysterious Soul'
Oct 27, 2018, at 02:40 pm
As the title 'Uncage the Mysterious Soul' suggests, the primary theme of the book is to unravel the secrets or the repressed thoughts of the mysterious soul.
Book review: Exploring the various aspects of 'Hinduism'
Oct 27, 2018, at 02:28 pm
Subash Dutta-Roy, Dr. Ing. in his well-researched book titled 'Hinduism' explores the various aspects of the word Hindu and highlights its origin and how it evolved in the modern age.
Assam CM Sonowal inaugurates second Guwahati International Film Festival
Oct 26, 2018, at 03:37 pm
Guwahati, Oct 26 (IBNS): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday inaugurated second Guwahati International Film Festival (GIFF) at Srimanta Sankardev International Auditorium in Guwahati.
Monkey Bar promises a spook-tacular evening to patrons this Halloween
Oct 25, 2018, at 01:47 pm
Kolkata, October 25 (IBNS): Ever been to a haunted house? Want to know what happens there? Then head to Monkey Bar this Halloween, where you are likely to gnaw on funny bones and dance till hell freezes over.
Oct 25, 2018, at 01:44 pm
Mumbai, Oct 25 (IBNS): Be it while plying his trade during a match or just living his life outside of it, Indian national men's cricket team captain Virat Kohli loves to dress up and with Diwali knocking at the door, he recently spoke about his favorite looks for the festive season as he launched a Diwali campaign called – India Ethnic Week – by Manyavar.
Bollywood actor director Arbaaz Khan meets students of Aditya Academy
Oct 25, 2018, at 01:00 pm
Kolkata, Oct 25 (IBNS): Bollywood actor and director Arbaaz Khan was recently in Kolkata to share his views on the industry with the patrons and students of Aditya Academy.
Bengal celebrates Lakhsmi Puja today
Oct 24, 2018, at 07:30 pm
Kolkata, Oct 24 (IBNS): Days after West Bengal witnessed Durga Puja celebration, a spirit of festivity returned to the state on Wednesday as people worshipped Goddess of Wealth and prosperity-Lakshmi.
I do not think there is a difference between reality and fantasy: Sreejib
Oct 24, 2018, at 03:45 pm
Koel Ganguly, writing under the pen name of Sreejib, released her first book ‘Aqson Level 1’ recently in Kolkata. IBNS correspondent Tirna Chatterjee catches up with her.