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Actress Nussrat Jahan, fashion designer Abhisek Roy launch Saini Mahindra's new car showroom in Kolkata

Feb 21, 2025, at 06:06 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Tollywood actress Nussrat Jahan and fashion designer Abhisek Roy launched Saini Mahindra's new car showroom in Kolkata earlier this week.

Musical concert 'Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke' to be held in Kolkata on April 19

Feb 20, 2025, at 06:19 pm

Making Bengal the best once more with Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke, concept of India’s Music Man Supratiek Ghosh is first-of-its-kind musical movement that unites legendary artists, emerging stars, and music lovers in an unforgettable sing-along experience at Science City Auditorium, Kolkata on April 19.

Kolkata's first-ever Comic Con to be held on Feb 22-23

Feb 15, 2025, at 02:33 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The first edition of pop culture celebration Comic Con India in Kolkata has been launched.

Kolkata's Loreto College hosts TCS CSR Youth Employment Programme to equip students with industry insights

Feb 11, 2025, at 01:55 am

Kolkata/IBNS: To celebrate National Youth Day 2025, Tata Consultancy Services CSR Youth Employment Programme in collaboration with the Placement Cell of Loreto College conducted an extempore competition and sessions in Kolkata to equip students with relevant skills and industry insights on January 8.

Tarun Bhattacharya, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt leave music lovers mesmerised with their electrifying performance

Jan 28, 2025, at 12:45 pm

The two music icons of India got together on Mohan Veena and Santoor and mesmerized the audience on the banks of the Dhakuria Lakes in South Kolkata recently.

Usha Uthup inaugurates 16th edition of Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival

Jan 10, 2025, at 10:04 pm

Kolkata/IBNS:  The 16th edition of the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF) opened on a high note at Allen Park in Kolkata, with a captivating musical performance by the legendary singer, Usha Uthup.

Sunidhi Chauhan and Tamannaah Bhatia set to perform in Kolkata on Christmas eve

Dec 21, 2024, at 09:10 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bollywood singer Sunidhi Chauhan and popular actress Tamannaah Bhatia are set to scorch the stage with their performances in Kolkata on the eve of Christmas 2024.

Kolkata: Bryan Adams thrills fans with his electrifying performance

Dec 09, 2024, at 10:21 am

International singing star Bryan Adams took Kolkata down memory lane when he put up an electrifying performance and left the audience thrilled during his first performance in the East Indian city on Sunday.

Kolkata's international poetry festival Chair Poetry Evenings presents poets from 12 countries this year

Dec 07, 2024, at 03:08 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The seventh edition of Kolkata's International Poetry Festival - Chair Poetry Evenings - began with its inaugural program at Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad on November 30.

U.S. Consulate Kolkata presents Native Jazz Quartet in Kolkata

Dec 06, 2024, at 06:16 pm

After performing at the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, Native Jazz Quartet has performed at the Calcutta School of Music in Kolkata.

Kolkata: Yatri Sathi app launches digital ticket booking for WBTC buses

Dec 02, 2024, at 08:03 pm

West Bengal's Transport Department, through its ‘Yatri Sathi App’, as developed by the IT&E Department, has launched digital bus ticket booking services for the buses operated by WBTC.

Kolkata: Several iconic structures 'GoBlue' to mark World Children's Day

Nov 20, 2024, at 11:31 pm

Several iconic structures like Howrah Bridge (Rabindra Setu), Bidhan Sabha Bhavan (Assembly Building) and Press Club Kolkata have been lit up in blue to commemorate the World Children's Day on Wednesday.

Kolkata: St. Xavier's College wins Jefferson Debates 2024

Nov 20, 2024, at 02:17 pm

Kolkata's St Xavier's College emerged victorious in the Jefferson Debates 2024 hosted by the US Consulate in partnership with iLEAD recently.

Kolkata: Rotary hosts World Polio Day with students in Gyan Manch

Nov 16, 2024, at 09:33 pm

Rotary International District 3291 and District Polio Plus Committee recently organized a program at Gyan Manch in Kolkata to observe World Polio Day.

48th International Kolkata Book Fair to be held on Jan 28-Feb 9, 2025; focal theme country Germany

Nov 16, 2024, at 03:16 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The 48th International Kolkata Book Fair will run from January 28 to February 9, 2025, the organisers said at an announcement press conference in Kolkata on Friday.

Fossils, Lakhichhara and Thaikkudam Bridge to feature in rock concert in Kolkata tomorrow

Nov 08, 2024, at 08:51 pm

Three top bands- Fossils, Lakhichhara and Thaikkudam Bridge- will be featuring in a rock concert- dubbed as Republic of Rock 2024- on Saturday.

The Sacred Feminine: Women’s Reverence and Durga Puja Symbolism

Oct 07, 2024, at 05:18 am

In a world that is rapidly evolving, the call for gender equality and respect for women has become more urgent than ever. The festival of Durga Puja, one of the most revered celebrations in Hindu culture, holds a profound symbolism that speaks directly to this issue. 

Photo Essay: Kolkata trams finally lose the turf battle

Sep 27, 2024, at 07:28 pm

It was only last year that Kolkata's trams celebrated 150 years of their rollercoaster journey in the eastern metropolis. For decades the city's signature streetcars were fighting a grim survival battle despite all ado over heritage.

Third edition of Chitra Devi Music and Dance Festival will be held in Kolkata's Rotary Sadan on September 15

Sep 11, 2024, at 11:59 pm

Sanchita Dance Foundation, in association with Techno India University & Rotary Club of Calcutta Metro City will host the 3rd edition of Chitra Devi Music & Dance Festival in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture Rotary Sadan in Kolkata on September 15.

Srabanti Chatterjee launches new restaurant in Kolkata

Sep 08, 2024, at 01:34 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film actress Srabanti Chatterjee has recently launched a new restaurant in Kolkata.

U.S. Consulate Kolkata, Uddami India Foundation jointly host ‘Power to Empower’ project finale

Sep 02, 2024, at 02:58 pm

U.S. Consulate Kolkata, in collaboration with Uddami India Foundation, hosted finale of ‘Power to Empower’ project where young women were taught ‘Strengthening leadership’ and ‘entrepreneurship skills’ towards social and economic empowerment.

Kolkata: American Consulate organises ‘Study in the U.S.’ fair, 26 colleges, universities participate

Aug 21, 2024, at 11:32 pm

Representatives of nearly 26 US colleges and universities shared information about studying in the United States at a free higher education fair at The Oberoi Grand in Kolkata on Monday.

United States Air Force Band of the Pacific performs in Kolkata

Aug 05, 2024, at 05:13 am

The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata presented the United States Air Force Band of the Pacific’s brass quintet in a historic first-time performance in Kolkata on Saturday.

Kolkata's Acropolis Mall reopens tomorrow: Here's list of retail shops that are ready to operate

Aug 02, 2024, at 09:23 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Forty-nine days after it was shut due to a fire incident, Acropolis Mall in Kolkata is set to reopen on Saturday.

Seventh Corporate Car Treasure Hunt 2024 held in Kolkata

Jul 29, 2024, at 08:51 pm

The Indian Oil Kolkata on WHEELS 7th Corporate Car Treasure Hunt 2024 was a resounding success, captivating Kolkata with an exciting motoring chase that saw 50 corporate houses competing fiercely for top honors.

Kolkata: Bengali actor Tota Roychowdhury, Dr Apurba Ghosh launch book on Pediatric Dermatology

Jul 27, 2024, at 12:23 am

Actor Tota Roy Chowdhury joined Dr. Apurba Ghosh and singer Rupankar Bagchi for the launch of a book titled 'Sishu Twak Ojana Katha' during an event in Kolkata's Rotary Sadan recently.

Asam Sahitya Sabha branch opened in Kolkata

Jul 17, 2024, at 07:35 pm

Kolkata: A branch of the century-old Asam Sahitya Sabha was inaugurated in Kolkata on Monday in the presence of its president Dr Surya Kanta Hazarika at the Assam Bhavan.

Jinia's Pizzario opens first pizza outlet in Kolkata's Behala promising foodies scrumptious bites

Jul 12, 2024, at 08:14 pm

Food entrepreneur Jinia Bhattacharya has teamed up with Delhi based chef Shiv Shankar Ghosh to open their first pizza outlet at Behala recently.

Camaro unveils new men's collection during trade show

Jun 27, 2024, at 05:41 am

Fashion brand Camaro recently unveiled a new collection for men at an exclusive trade show organized in Kolkata.

US Consulate General Kolkata celebrates English Access Scholarship Program Graduation

May 31, 2024, at 03:50 am

Kolkata/IBNS: In partnership with the Regional English Language Office (RELO) of the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, the U.S. Consulate General Kolkata, and the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) Kolkata, hosted the graduation ceremony of the English Access Scholarship Program today at the American Center in Kolkata.

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