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Tabletops go colourful

Oct 28, 2016, at 07:16 pm

Tableware plays an integral part in the dining experience. But of late, just like the way chefs have crafted their own cooking style in an innovative manner, the tabletop too has seen plenty of new age variations, finds Sharmila Chand

GNIDSR - Kolkata, IIT - KGP & IIEST - Shibpur sign MoU to conduct advanced interdisciplinary research in fields of oral healthcare

Oct 28, 2016, at 12:36 am

Kolkata, Oct 26 (IBNS): In an attempt to fight against oral carcinoma and aid in development of Biomaterials based Oral Implants, Guru Nanak Institute of Dental Sciences and Research (GNIDSR) - an institute under the aegis of JIS Group Educational Initiatives, IIT-KGP and IIEST (Shibpur) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Kolkata on Monday which aimed to conduct interdisciplinary research in contemporary fields of oral healthcare for the first time in India.

Fashion designer Agnimitra Paul inaugurates 'Swadeshi Diwali' at Studio by Starmark

Oct 27, 2016, at 11:09 pm

Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS): Fashion designer Agnimitra Paul recently inaugurated a special Diwali collection titled ‘Swadeshi Diwali’, curated by Minu Jatia, at Studio by Starmark, located at Kolkata's Lord Sinha Road.

New Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in Odisha

Oct 27, 2016, at 10:04 pm

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IBNS): Union Finance Minister, on Thursday, said the Union Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its approval for the establishment and operationalization of a new Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in Berhampur, Odisha.

Tommy Hilfiger launches Fall Winter 2016 collection

Oct 27, 2016, at 10:02 pm

Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS): Fashion watch brand Tommy Hilfiger has launched the Fall Winter collection, influenced by the Nautical Theme.

STORY offers exclusive range of products for Diwali

Oct 27, 2016, at 04:08 am

Kolkata, Oct 26 (IBNS): This Diwali, to make Kolkata brighter, sweeter and less noisy, the popular lifestyle and book store, STORY, at Kolkata’s Elgin Road has put together an eclectic mix of products.

Tupperware Brands Global Links’ inaugural Indian Scholar Sharmistha Banerjee felicitated in Kolkata

Oct 26, 2016, at 11:31 pm

Kolkata, Oct 26 (IBNS): The innovative Global Links Program, spearheaded by Tupperware Brands, Rollins College and the U.S. State Department felicitated Dr. Sharmistha Banerjee at the closing ceremony organised at American Center, Kolkata on Wednesday.

Navneet acquires Britannica’s India curriculum division

Oct 26, 2016, at 07:58 pm

Mumbai/New Delhi, Oct 26 (IBNS): Navneet Education Ltd announced on Wednesday that they have reached an agreement to acquire Britannica’s Indian curriculum business.

Paul Beatty wins Man Booker Prize for The Sellout

Oct 26, 2016, at 02:59 pm

London, Oct 26 (IBNS): US author Paul Beatty has won the prestigious Man Booker Prize for his novel The Sellout.

Kanwarani Jaykirti Singh launches her flagship fashion store

Oct 26, 2016, at 04:45 am

New Delhi, Oct 25 (IBNS): Reviving the age old traditional art of hand block printing and different kinds of old embroideries, Kanwarani Jaykirti Singh launched her flagship store in Gurgaon.

Reebok launches new Skyscape range

Oct 25, 2016, at 05:34 pm

Kolkata, Oct 25 (IBNS): Reebok recently launched their new range of shoes, Skyscape.

Studying Abroad: Make the right choice

Oct 25, 2016, at 04:51 pm

You might be thinking about studying abroad, but confused about where you should be looking. Not all foreign programmes are created equal! Studying in the United States and studying in the United Kingdom will mean very different things for your education. Rohan Ganeriwala, Co founder, Collegify, gives a lowdown on the choices

Top 5 Ways to Get in Shape This Diwali

Oct 25, 2016, at 05:19 am

Shamlu Dudeja's Kantha Revival celebrates 30 years with a fashion show

Oct 24, 2016, at 06:05 pm

Kolkata, Oct 24 (IBNS): Celebrating the advent of the festive season and commemorating 30 years of Kantha Revival, Shamlu Dudeja, founder and chair person, organised a fashion show recently at the ITC Sonar, Kolkata.

Starmark, in association with Amara Muzik, hosts the music album launch of the film Kuheli

Oct 22, 2016, at 09:10 pm

Kolkata, Oct 21 (IBNS): Starmark, in association with Amara Muzik, hosted the music album launch of the film Kuheli, on Monday at its South City Mall outlet.

Banglar Swapna Sundari gears up for finale tomorrow

Oct 22, 2016, at 03:15 am

Kolkata, Oct 21 (IBNS): The finale of the Banglar Swapna Sundari, which is a first-of-its-kind beauty pageant that is a talent hunt exclusively organized in Bengal, will be held in Kolkata on Saturday.

University of Birmingham leads celebration of Muslims in Britain's second city

Oct 21, 2016, at 03:47 am

Birmingham, Oct 20 (IBNS): Leading academics, politicians and figureheads are coming together at the University of Birmingham to explore and celebrate the past, present and future of Muslims in the UK's second biggest city.

Oxford Book Store and Patra Bharati join hands to celebrate Bengali literary festival

Oct 20, 2016, at 09:14 pm

Kolkata, Oct 20 (IBNS): Kolkata's Oxford Bookstore will host a two-day Bengali Literary Festival -- the Appejay Bangla Sahitya Utsob -- starting Friday.

The college prep tip you don’t want to hear about

Oct 20, 2016, at 06:03 pm

The Co founder of Collegify, Rohan Ganeriwala lends out some important tips for aspirants wanting to study abroad. In his latest column, Ganeriwala stresses on the importance of reading and why one should adhere to the practice for a better chance of acceptance.

Indian women celebrate Karwa Chauth

Oct 19, 2016, at 06:21 pm

Kolkata, Oct 19 (IBNS): Indians on Wednesday celebrated Karwa Chauth, a Hindu festival for women.

Jaipur Lit Fest celebrates a decade of shaping India's conversation with a focus on 'India at 70'

Oct 19, 2016, at 05:07 am

Kolkata, Oct 18 (IBNS): The Jaipur Literature Festival on Tuesday announced that its 10th edition will take place from Jan 19th-23rd 2017, once again at its beautiful home of the historic Diggi Palace Hotel in Jaipur.

Bata launches its premium festive collection

Oct 18, 2016, at 10:46 pm

Mumbai, Oct 18 (IBNS): With festive season approaching, Bata, India’s leading and trusted footwear and accessories brand, on Tuesday announced the launch of its premium festive collection with trendy elements and styling.

Sony Global Education comes to India

Oct 18, 2016, at 09:43 pm

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IBNS): Sony enters the Education space in India by introducing Sony Global Education (SGE) products to the country.

Ginger launches a new hotel in Vapi

Oct 18, 2016, at 09:41 pm

Kolkata/Mumbai, Oct 18 (IBNS): Ginger Hotels, the dominant budget hotel chain from the house of Tata’s continues its growth in new markets with the opening of Ginger Vapi.

Laxmi Puja observed in Bengal

Oct 16, 2016, at 04:41 am

Kolkata, Oct 15 (IBNS): Days after West Bengal witnessed Durga Puja celebration, a spirit of festivity returned to the state on Saturday as people worshipped Goddess of Wealth and prosperity-Lakshmi.

Rotary Rotaract Shaarod Swikriti awards announced

Oct 15, 2016, at 10:47 pm

Kolkata, Oct 15 (IBNS): As the auspicious "Navratri" ushered in the festive season across India, Kolkata was decking up for the grandest of its celebrations, the Durga Puja.

Panelists at Aster Media Awards urge positivity in journalism

Oct 15, 2016, at 03:58 am

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IBNS): Urging the media to play a more constructive role in society, the panelists at the inaugural Aster Media Awards reiterated the immense impact that journalism of the positive kind can have on the nation.

Mahindra NuPro and singer songwriter Sawan Dutta collaborate to produce video blogs on Bengali food

Oct 15, 2016, at 03:40 am

Sawan Dutta, whose last two videos on shukto and jhalmuri were released during the Pujas, talks about her association with Mahindra Agri Solutions, her video blogs and her love for all things Bengali in a candid conversation with IBNS correspondent Tanushree Sen.

Everyone has a story and Savi Sharma is determined to find them

Oct 14, 2016, at 10:13 pm

Kolkata, Oct 14 (IBNS): A person must have the courage to believe in his or her dreams and the rest will follow said Savi Sharma to aspiring writers during the launch of her debut novel in Kolkata.

Titan launches Raga Aurora and Regalia for the gifting season

Oct 14, 2016, at 09:39 pm

Kolkata, Oct 14 (IBNS): Ringing in the festive season with zeal and shine, Titan is decked-up to offer its customers with exciting gold offerings and world-class timepieces.