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 .
Mountaineering: Rapple your way to success
Mountaineering is definitely not the first thought that comes to your mind when YOU actually sit for planning your future.
Bengali New Year celebrated Laha Rajbati
Kolkata, May 9 (IBNS): Bengali New Year 1424 was celebrated in the most authentic and traditional style at the heritage Laha Rajbati in Kolkata, more popularly the Pasteur Laboratories house.
ZEE Jaipur Lit Fest to transform The British Library in London for the first time
London, May 3 (IBNS): On May 20 and 21, the British Library will be transformed like never before as the ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival animates its iconic spaces for the first time in celebration of a significant cultural partnership here.
The Bengal Chamber hosts fifth edition of its "Sit and Draw Competition 2017" for school children on Earth Day
Kolkata, Apr 22 (IBNS): The Bengal Chamber of Commerce & Industry on Saturday organised the fifth edition of its "Sit and Draw Competition 2017" for school children, on the occasion of Earth Day, at The Birla Industrial & Technological Museum (BITM).
Dress in summer cool cottons from Kamala, CCI's retail outlet in Kolkata
Kolkata, Apr 19 (IBNS): Kamala, the Kolkata-based retail outlet of Crafts Council of India, recently presented its new collection of textiles, to mark the Bengali New Year.
Arijit Dutta,Pinaki Ghosh participate in Start-up Summit 2017 in Kolkata
Kolkata, Apr 19 (IBNS): Arijit Dutta, Managing Director, Priya Entertainments Pvt Ltd along with Pinaki Ghosh, Co-founder , Power Publishers, recently spoke on 'How to Build a Brand' during an event here.
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
Simaaya inaugurates Poila Baisakh collection with cast members of Durga Sohay
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.
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