Sarat Chandra Bose Memorial Lecture 2017: The Legacy of the Bose Brothers and Patriotism
Kolkata, Sep 8 (IBNS): 'The Legacy of the Bose Brothers and Patriotism' was the theme for the Sarat Chandra Bose Memorial Lecture 2017 held in Kolkata recently.
Cafe Philo: A layman's guide to western philosophy
'Cafe Philo' is a compilation of twenty-three essays based on various philosophical theories and laws drafted by some famous western philosophers.
Singer donates part of music album sale proceeds for welfare of Kolkata's Mehboob Band
Kolkata, Sep 6 (IBNS): Music composer and director Debojyoti Mishra recently launched a music album titled 'Aamar Praner Manush', which contains some popular Tagore songs (Rabindra-sangeet) sung by London-based Soma Das.
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While emoji-crazy millennials grow in number, the digital modern day ideograms pop up in new avatars too, capturing everything from religion and race to sexual orientation. Sudipto Maity probes
Pdt VishwaMohan Bhatt teams up with Pdt Prodyut Mukherjee for Rhythmexpress Moods Season II
Kolkata, Sept 4 (IBNS): PadmaVibhushan winner Pdt VishwaMohan Bhatt teams up again with Tabla virtuoso Pdt Prodyut Mukherjee to present the Rhythmexpress Moods Season II.
Kolkata: Power Publishers launches Bengali audio-book app Power Talking Books
Kolkata, Aug 30 (IBNS): An audio book has many advantages, including helping the visually impaired enjoy the literary world, said Pinaki Ghosh, founder, Power Publishers, at the launch of an app called Power Talking Books.
Dont waste, fashion it out
The massive urban waste that is the generated around us today is mindboggling. But the same waste can have a new life in many forms paving the path for a sustainable lifestyle as new age innovators show. Maiyankini Bose reports
Mahul Brahmas book on luxury Decoding Luxe launched in Kolkata
Kolkata, Aug 18 (IBNS) Former journalist-turned-communicator Mahul Brahma on Thursday launched his debut book Decoding Luxe, which is billed as a definitive guide to luxury, in an audience-packed Starmark bookstore at a city mall.
Power Publishers in association with Press Club launches Nidra Naiks book The Bestseller
Kolkata, Aug 17 (IBNS): What could be more fitting than a discussion on the concept of 'hope' and its existence beyond literary fiction at the launch of Nidra Naik's book The Bestseller, recently, at the Press Club in Kolkata.
Kolkata: Sasya presents Captivating Couture for the upcoming festive season
Kolkata, Aug 13 (IBNS): With the festive round the corner, Sasya, one of Kolkata's popular luxury designer store, held a special show at their Wood Street store, recently.
Fashion is a person's personal style statement: Diksha Modi
Diksha Modi, a Kolkata based designer, is running her own studio 'Kisses' which was launched around 2009. After getting firmly established in the city, she wants to keep her footsteps outside Kolkata into the bigger world of fashion wear. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh speaks exclusively to her.
18-year-old launches Indias first print newspaper Aggregator - Paperboy
Kolkata, July 28 (IBNS):Bangalore based Jonna Venkata Karthik Raja, the 18 year old Founder of Paperboy, is ecstatic as his 15 months of toil has finally come to fruition.
Are you a Law aspirant? Learn More About AILET
The number of applicants that appear for AILET is consistently increasing each year. Going by this trend, it is safe to infer that law will continue being a popular choice of discipline among students hailing from diverse academic streams.
IIFT Exam Pattern - Score 16+ in IIFT Quantitative Aptitude
IIFT 2017 is just around the corner. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade will conduct IIFT in November2017. The exam will be conducted for admission to post graduate management programmes offered by leading colleges and universities across the nation accepting IIFT Scores.
Why XAT? What top scorers have to say.
XAT is a national level entrance test for admission to more than 150 top B schools, and is conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur. It is the second-best MBA exam after CAT among management aspiring candidates. Aspirants must clear XAT cut offs to qualify for GD/PI. Difficulty level of the examination is moderate but Decision-making section is responsible for low scores of candidates. But this article will share interviews of XAT top scorers, which will aid aspirants to get top MBA colleges.
Starmark, in association with Readomania, hosts the release of Jayant Kripalanis new book Cantilevered Tales
Kolkata, July 8 (IBNS): Kolkatas largest bookstore chain Starmark, in association with Readomania, hosted the release at its Quest Mall outlet here of Cantilevered Tales the new book of film, television and stage actor, writer and director Jayant Kripalani.
Kolkata: Savour the king of fruits at Orko's Mango Festival
Kolkata, Jul 6 (IBNS): One of Kolkata's popular restaurant and lounge bar, Orko's, is ready to delight gourmets with two different food festivals in July.
Patram offers stunning handmade items straight from Indias artisans to buyers
Kolkata, June 24 (IBNS): Home. Its a word that implies comfort and a sense of belonging. Its the space you come back to after work, to relax and soothe away the troubles of the long day. Its your domain - the place you feel at one with your family.
'World shifting focus to growing luxury consumer base in India'
Journalist-actor-corporate communication professional Mahul Brahma's maiden book Decoding Luxe is a book on luxury brands, exploring their various facets. Brahma is a luxury commentator and columnist who heads corporate communications and branding for Tata group company mjunction. A former journalist, he also dabbles in acting with his debut film screened at Cannes Film Festival. IBNS writer Suman Das in conversation
Explore Munich from the eyes of a foodie
The cuisine of Germany's Bavarian city Munich is as diverse as the landscape of the region. Food served in Munich is enjoyed by people from all walks of life. A morning veal sausage, Weisswurst with a large pretzel and sweet mustard, a sturdy portion of knuckle with a potato dumpling or a spicy Obatzder are just some of the food offerings of the city. The best place to enjoy such delights, most Munichers will tell you, is at the citys lively beer gardens, the ideal place to meet old friends and make new ones.
Kolkata Police and city-based NGO The Bengal hold annual function for elderly citizens
Pronam, a joint initiative of Kolkata Police and The Bengal a city-based NGO of prominent individuals - for the elderly citizens of Kolkata, recently celebrated its annual divisional programme of South Division at Kalamandir, Kolkata, for its senior citizen members.
Rotary undertakes vocational and social integration of transgenders in society program
Perhaps the most courageous and landmark initiative that Rotary International District 3290/3291 has ever undertaken till date.
Yoga reflects flow of cultures East and West
Yoga reflects a reality of globalization the exchange of ideas that shapes cultures across our connected world, now more than ever. Jaime Dunaway and Emma Beyer from USA and Liza Gomes from India report ahead of World Yoga Day on June 21
City jeweller to mobilise funds for cardiac care of children from impoverished families
Kolkata, May 25 (IBNS): Kolkata-based Shaym Sundar Co. Jewellers have launched several social initiatives, which were introduced recently through a programme attended by Tollywood actors Soham Chakraborty and Priyanka Sarkar.
Guru Banani Chakraborty wants to ensure Bengal's classical dance is not lost
Kolkata, May 23 (IBNS): Gaudiya Nritya, the classical dance form of Bengal, survives through the guru-shishya parampara' (a tradition where the teacher passes on his or her knowledge to select students), said Guru BananiChakraborty at a recent recital held in Kolkata.
Spirit of the Marathon
The marathon culture has really caught on in India with the growing need and awareness among youngters to stay fit. It has also become a potent tool for raising funds for charity. After attending a Marathon in Bengaluru, Debayani Bose gives a lowdown about the social impact of such runs both in terms of staying fit, creating awareness for a cause and raising funds for charity
Story to film short film creation service from Power Publishers & Motion Pictures
Kolkata, Mar 23 (IBNS): Power Publishers, one of Indias popular self-publishing companies, has recently announced that it will offer services of short film making through Power Publishers & Motion Pictures.
pHREEDOM4EVER organises painting exhibition by inmates of correctional home
Kolkata, May 21 (IBNS): pHREEDOM4EVER organised a painting exhibition by the inmates of correctional home on Friday at the ICCR, Kolkata.
Simaaya celebrates the inimitable bond between mother and daughter
Kolkata, May 19 (IBNS): To celebrate the beautiful bond between a mother and daughter, Simaaya organised Mothers Drape Daughters, a programme at which actress Bidipta Chakraborty and her daughter Meghla were present.
Tollywood actor Bidipta Chakraborty and daughter talk about their relationship at Simayaa
Kolkata, May 19 (IBNS): At a Mother's Day function organised by Simayaa in Kolkata, Tollywood actor Bidipta Chakraborty and daughter Meghla, amply proved how saris draped by mothers on to daughters can strengthen the bond they share .
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