Fashion crosses gender borders
Men dress like women, and women dress like men, thats what androgynous fashion means to many. But there are many other shades in-between within this ambit, finds Pramita Bose
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Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Simaaya on Saturday is all set to welcome some very special guests to its premises at Triangular Park.
Chander Haat holds a multidisciplinary art exhibition 'Life and Time: The Changing Landscape
Kolkata, Apr 3 (IBNS): Kolkata based artists commune, Chander Haat held a multidisciplinary art exhibition entitled Life and Time: The Changing Landscape, at the Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata, recently.
All Women Team Drive a Tata Hexa to Promote Literacy across 24 countries
Kolkata, Mar 31 (IBNS): XPD2470 - A 70 days journey by all women team from Coimbatore to London by Tata Hexa carrying Rotary India Literacy Missions message of Total Literacy and Quality Education and raise awareness on Women Empowerment.
The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, RBU, in association with Sangeet Natak Akademi North-East Centre, JNMDA holds Porvottar Dhara
Kolkata, Mar 29 (IBNS): The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University, in association with the Sangeet Natak Akademi North-East Centre, Guwahati and theJawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy (JNMDA), Imphal, presented Porvottar Dhara a festival focussing on the performing arts of north-eastern India at the Jorasanko Thakurbari, Kolkata from Mar 25 to 28.
Child Cabinet (Bal Panchayat) member meet
Kolkata, Mar 28 (IBNS): PATH Welfare Society with support from ITC Mission SunehraKal organized a Childrens Meet- a gathering of over 400 children & Child Cabinet members from 24 government schools in Kolkata.
Bipasha Basu-Karan Singh Grover launch Springfit Mattresses Autograph Collection
Kolkata, Mar 27 (IBNS): If Sleeping Beauty were here today in a fairytale adventure in India, she would probably attribute her sound sleep to Springfit Mattresses.
Kolkata: Tarun Bhattacharya, George Brooks and Joy Sarkar team up for Junction
Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): The Tollygunge Clubs lawns witnessed a memorable evening of Jazz & Classical - Junction, featuring the Santoor Maestro Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya and the acclaimed US based Saxophone virtuoso George Brooks.
Kolkata: Rotary Club honours women at Swayam Siddha Awards
Kolkata, Mar 21 (IBNS): The 11th edition of Swayam Siddha was held recently at the Sandre Hall, Calcutta School of Music.
Mehmood Ali wins the 92.7 BIG FMs Hit Thhe Hit Rahenge award
Kolkata, Mar 20 (IBNS): Mehmood Ali, was a true comedian who not only entertained audiences for decades but also inspired a horde of aspiring comedians. His immense contribution to the golden era, was nothing short of perfection.
International artists comment on contemporary world at art exhibition in Kolkata
Kolkata, Mar 17 (IBNS): Art lovers of Kolkata are in for a treat with Chander Haat presenting a multi-disciplinary art exhibition titled 'Life and Time: The Changing Landscape', with participation from artists around the world.
Kolkata: Workshop on Jhumur ensures survival of one of Bengal's folk music genre
Kolkata, Mar 16 (IBNS): Noting a revival in popular interest in folk and traditional songs of Bengal, the West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music & Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University and the Sangeet Natak Academy have organised a workshop on Jhumur in Kolkata.
City of Joy keeps musical tryst with Indian classical maestros
Kolkata, Mar 8 (IBNS): What happens when maestros like Pandit Viswamohan Bhatt, Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya and Pandit Daya Shankar join ace percussionist Bickram Ghosh on stage to stir up a symphony for an audience in a city known for its discerning music lovers?
Fitness to me is how to deal with life positively: Milind Soman
Former supermodel and fitness expert Milind Soman was present in Kolkata at an event Walking Warriors-The Women of Today to speak about the Pinkathon, the biggest womens run in India and its debut run here. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh speaks exclusively with him.
92.7 Big FM honours best of the city with 'Best City Pride Awards'
Kolkata, Mar 3 (IBNS): 92.7 BIG FM, Indias largest and No.1 radio network, known for pioneering innovative and relatable content, has announced a unique property for its listeners titled BIG City Pride Awards
Our jewellery is worn by Oscar celebrities: Sawansukha CEO
CEO & Head, Design Department Sawansukha Jewellers, Siddharthaa Sawansukha is a gold medallist gemologist, who's passionate about the Jewellery sector. In a chat with IBNS correspondent Sudipto Maity, Siddharthaa opens up about his family business and the Sawansukha legacy, while discussing upcoming plans and the special Oscar connection. Excerpts.
Calcutta Rowing Club & Santoor Ashram presents The Golden Trio
Kolkata, Feb 23 (IBNS): The magic of the Golden Trio comes alive on Mar 5 at the lawns of Calcutta Rowing Club, on the Lakes in Kolkata from 6:30 pm onward.
Lotus Herbals launches Whitening & Brightening Gel Crme with SPF 25
Kolkata, Feb 22 (IBNS): With the summer season around the corner, natural care brand Lotus Herbals, launched Whiteglow skin whitening & brightening gel crme with SPF -25 .
Lal Mati Utsav in Navi Mumbai tugs at the heartstrings of music aficionados
Mumbai, Feb 16 (IBNS): People from Mumbai and its suburbs, especially Bengalis, got a feel of the musical heritage of Bengal and Bengalis, from classical to folk, at the recently held Lal Mati Utsav (Red Earth Festival), organised at the Urban Haat, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai.
Six-day workshop on Traditional Lepcha Weaving to be organised at Pudung
Kolkata, Feb 15 (IBNS): The West Bengal State Akademi of Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts, Rabindra Bharati University, in association with the Universitys Department of Sculpture, Faculty of Visual Arts, will hold a six-day workshop on Traditional Lepcha Weaving at Pudung, near Kalimpong, in Kalimpong district, West Bengal from Feb 19 to 24.
Tolly Club hosts JUNCTION- Jazz & Classical
Kolkata, Feb 11 (IBNS): Santoor legend Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya teamed up with internationally acclaimed Saxophonist George Brooks in a fascinating concert at the historical Tollygunge Club Ltd on recently in a program entitled JUNCTION- Jazz & Classical also featuring famed music composer Joy Sarkar on Guitar and Tabla virtuoso Shubhankar Banerjee.
Spykar Lifestyles announces its end of season sale
New Delhi, Feb 3 (IBNS): The year-round clock has ticked to the most exciting season ever Spykars announces up to 50 % off.
92.7 Big FM joins hands wihth Robinhood Army for Dil Dariya campaign
Kolkata, Feb 3 (IBNS): Popular radio network 92.7 Big FM concluded its unique Dil Dariya campaign in Kolkata to spread love and kindness among the less fortunate families.
The way chefs look at it
If you thought the chef fraternity does not bother about New Year Resolutions, you are wrong, going by the thoughts shared by five popular chefs from across the country with Sharmila Chand
17-year-old fulfills grandfather's philanthropic aspiration with Vimalnath Jain Foundation
In Delhis Ashok Vihar neighborhood, the Mahavir Jain Temple, carved out of white marble, brings together pilgrims and the local community alike, preaching the key tenet of Jainismthe art of giving: irrespective of caste or status, a human should always be treated as a human.
Vasundhara Academy for Performing Arts presented its Annual Show Krishna
Kolkata, Jan 31 (IBNS): Vasundhara Academy for Performing Arts presented its Annual Show Krishna at the GD Birla Sabhagar on Jan 26.
Howrah Bridge: A visual journey through the lens
Despite the grandeur of Victoria Memorial and many later day installations, the most enduring symbol of Kolkata is perhaps the wonder that is Howrah Bridge, an overpass that is recognised globally to identify the City of Joy and has been celebrated in movies from the black and white era to the modern day Bollywood flicks that do not let go any opportunity to capture the marvel in celluloid canvas.
The Peninsula Chicago woos loving hearts with Valentines Day offers
Chicago, Jan 29 (IBNS-Not in Town) For the ultimate Valentines Day, celebrate at The Peninsula Chicago, one of the most romantic settings in the city, pitches the hotel located on the Magnificent Mile of the city .
Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya teams up with George Brooks for JUNCTION- Jazz & Classical concert in Kolkata
Kolkata, Jan 28 (IBNS): Santoor legend Santoor legend Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya has teamed up with Internationally acclaimed Saxophonist George Brooks to perform a fascinating concert at the Tollygunge Club Ltd on Feb 4.
Kolkata: A Khullam Khulla Interaction with Rishi Kapoor at Story
Kolkata, Jan 28 (IBNS): STORY, the landmark bookstore on Elgin Road from Primarc Group, hosted superstar actor Rishi Kapoor for an exclusive interaction with the media and a book signing session.
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