City of Joy gets its first 'Bengal Mango Utsav'

Jun 13, 2015, at 05:14 pm

Kolkata, June 13 (IBNS): The juicy, pulpy mango this summer is a centre of gastronomic attraction in the City of Joy as a festival of the queen of fruits is underway even as the ministers from West Bengal highlighted how the production of the fruit has gone up by 25 percent in the state and can be a major source of revenue earning.

Prosenjit releases journalist-turned-writer's debut novel

Jun 13, 2015, at 04:39 pm

Kolkata, June 13 (IBNS) Tollywood superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee said around the year 2000 a group of journalists brought dignity to entertainment reporting in Kolkata when it was still considered derogatory, as he released journalist turned writer Amrita Mukherjee's debut novel 'Exit Interview' here on Friday.

Chandigarh is the happiest city in India: Study

Jun 12, 2015, at 10:52 pm

New Delhi, June 12 (IBNS) Outshining all other cities, Chandigarh has ranked as India's Happiest city while the national capital New Delhi stood third in the LG Life's Good Happiness Study conducted by LG and conducted by IMRB International.

WFUNA Foundation takes off in India, reaches out to Nepal quake victims

Jun 12, 2015, at 05:59 pm

Kolkata, June 12 (IBNS) When in a humanitarian gesture, a talented young girl from an upscale city school from Kolkata sold off her paintings to raise funds to reach out to Nepal earthquake victims, the support in her initiative came from the global non-profit organization that is WFUNA Foundation.

IGBC pre-certifies Primarc's 'Southwinds' as Silver-rated green home

Jun 12, 2015, at 02:09 pm

Kolkata, Jun 12 (IBNS): Another feather in the cap for east India's leading real estate group in, Primarc, as its 'Southwinds' residential project in Kolkata has been awarded with a pre-certified 'Silver' rating for its construction by Indian Green Building Council.

British Council launches report exploring role of English in NSQF

Jun 12, 2015, at 04:33 am

Kolkata, June 11 (IBNS): The British Council, in partnership with Manipal City and Guilds, Trinity College London and the National Skills Development Agency, have launched a report that explores the role of English in the NSQF, with a particular focus on English as a Skill for Employability for entry level and semi-skilled employment in the sectors of Healthcare, Hospitality and Construction.

FIITJEE claims brilliant performance of its CBSE XII students

Jun 11, 2015, at 02:22 am

New Delhi, June 10 (IBNS) : FIITJEE on Wednesday claimed that in the CBSE Class XII board result declared on the May 25 its students from Punjabi Bagh, who were enrolled in long term classroom program for JEE (Mains & Advanced), scored brilliantly.

Floating sky sculpture Deya airlifted at Kolkata's Forum Atmosphere

Jun 11, 2015, at 01:15 am

Kolkata, June 10 (IBNS): Forum Projects, one of the leading real estate developers in India, on Wednesday, airlifted 'Deya', the world's first iconic residential floating sky sculpture at their flagship luxury project Forum Atmosphere in Kolkata.

Nrityamgan Kathak Kendra hosts its annual programme in Kolkata

Jun 10, 2015, at 05:47 am

Kolkata, Jun 9 (IBNS): Nrityamgan Kathak Kendra presented its annual performance, Anubhuti on Monday at Gyan Manch auditorium in Kolkata.

Fankaari Fossils painting exhibition unveiled in Kolkata

Jun 10, 2015, at 05:45 am

Kolkata, June 9 (IBNS): Birla Academy of Art and Culture came alive with canvasses and life-sized installations, as Visual Artist; Rajesh Kr Yadav came over from Rajasthan to Kolkata, in a bid to promote his art.

Flood of Fire has special connection with Calcutta: Amitav Ghosh

Jun 09, 2015, at 05:26 am

Kolkata, June 8 (IBNS): Having concluded his Ibis trilogy with the release of "Flood of Fire", Amitav Ghosh, one of the best-selling Indian writers in English, said his next work would be much shorter.

Tanishq offers discounts on diamond jewellery this season

Jun 09, 2015, at 04:36 am

Kolkata, June 8 (IBNS): Tanishq, a jewellery brand, announced an exciting offers on its wide range of diamond jewellery.

Bourbon inroads in India: A smoky affair

Jun 08, 2015, at 07:44 pm

As bourbon whiskey- which is a rival of the Scotch worldwide- goes through a renaissance of sorts in its home in the U.S. state of Kentucky, its popularity is growing overseas, too. India being the top consumer of whiskey in the world, the country is a prime target. Ashley Scoby in Lexington, USA and Supriyo Hazra in Kolkata report on the trends

Soumitra Chatterjee unveils Rabindrasangeet album of Kolkata singer

Jun 07, 2015, at 06:22 pm

Kolkata, June 7 (IBNS): Thespian Soumitra Chatterjee, who himself has been a cultural brand ambassador of Tagore's legacy with his screen and stage presence and recitations, added verve with his presence to the release of a Rabindrasangeet album of singer Jonaki Mukherjee titled "Aro Alo Aro Preme" here on Friday.

Kolkata realty firm holds green garment exhibition to fund charity

Jun 07, 2015, at 06:30 am

Kolkata, June 6 (IBNS) 'Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.' Probably, keeping this message of Mother Teresa in mind, Kolkata-based India Green Reality Pvt. Ltd. has taken an initiative called 'Khushee' to extend a helping hand towards the underprivileged children until they become self-sufficient in a given field.

Park Pavilion celebrates summer with "Aam Mania"

Jun 07, 2015, at 04:58 am

Kolkata, June 6 (IBNS): To celebrate summer with the King Of Fruits, Mango, Park Pavilion, the 24 – hour coffee shop of Jameson Inn Shiraz, is hosting 'Aam Mania' to lure the mango lovers. The delicious tempting aromatic mangoes are prepared with a twist to spoil the mango-lovers with an array of choices.

Little Thespian organizes 'Krishan aur Bhisham' theatre fest

Jun 06, 2015, at 05:40 am

Kolkata, Jun 5 (IBNS): Little Thespian, a Kolkata based theatre group going to pay homage to Krishan Chander and Bhisham Sahni.

Celebrities to walk ramp for underprivileged children in Kolkata

Jun 06, 2015, at 03:16 am

Kolkata, June 5 (IBNS) Kolkata will soon witness a fashion show of a very different kind, all for a good cause.

Daiwik Hotels Shirdi introduces 'Special Holiday Packages'

Jun 06, 2015, at 03:08 am

Kolkata, June 5 (IBNS): Daiwik Hotels Shirdi, the second property from Kolkata-based Daiwik Hotels, has launched an 'Special Holiday Packages' for the holiday season at Shirdi beginning from May to October, 2015.

Adlabs Imagica introduces 'Happy Tuesday' offer

Jun 05, 2015, at 11:30 pm

Mumbai, June 5 (IBNS): Tuesdays have become a special day at India's only international standard theme park, Adlabs Imagica as it has introduced a special offer called 'Happy Tuesday' for visitors.

Fathers on call

Jun 05, 2015, at 05:50 pm

New age fathers can teach a thing or two about child rearing, finds Pramita Bose. More the reason to cheer them on the upcoming Father's Day

Earth Plate offers discount of 50% on all its early bird dinner meals

Jun 04, 2015, at 10:35 pm

Mumbai, June 4 (IBNS) Earth Plate, the multi-cuisine restaurant at Hotel Sahara Star has announced a flat 50% discount on their early buffet dinner meal.

TeacherNI.com aims to encourage self-study

Jun 04, 2015, at 09:10 pm

Kolkata, June 4 (IBNS): Learning is being simplified with a view to encouraging self-study to make students gain confidence and engage with quality education, said one of the founders of India's leading education test portal here on Wednesday.

Neotia University to develop a course on English language and literature in the global context

Jun 04, 2015, at 07:20 am

Kolkata, June 3(IBNS): The Neotia University (TNU) organised a two day session on teaching English language and literature in the global context and to develop course content for the integrated five year MA degree course after 12th grade for the academic session 2015-16.

High-rises change the definition of modern lifestyle

Jun 04, 2015, at 02:22 am

Kolkata, Jun 3 (IBNS): Real estate developers all over the world have a crucial and a common angle towards designing the high-end residential superstructures i.e, its outlook.

Mercedes-Benz India associates with Universal Pictures for the upcoming movie 'Jurassic World'

Jun 03, 2015, at 09:35 pm

Pune, June 3 (IBNS) : Mercedes-Benz India on Wednesday announced its association with the upcoming action packed, adventurous extravaganza from Steven Spielberg, the "Jurassic World".

Aston Business School in UK announces Aston MBA India Scholarship worth £5,000

Jun 03, 2015, at 08:35 pm

Kolkata, June 3 (IBNS): Aston Business School has announced the launch of their new MBA full-time India Scholarship award.

Pay more to access more facilities: Chennai school allegedly asks students

Jun 03, 2015, at 07:53 pm

Chennai, June 3 (IBNS): In a shocking case of discrimination, a private school in Chennai has asked students to pay more if they want access to more facilities.

Goa Education Trust Scholarships' to UK is now open for applications

Jun 03, 2015, at 04:36 am

New Delhi, June 2 (IBNS): The British Council, UK's International organisation for educational and cultural relations, has announced the Goa Education Trust scholarships to the UK.

Kolkata students shine at Science Olympiad 2014-15

Jun 03, 2015, at 01:45 am

Kolkata, June 2 (IBNS): Four students of Kolkata made their parents proud by garnering International Ranks in the Olympiad Awards held recently in Delhi organized by Science Olympiad Foundation.