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Congress supports Andhra Pradesh's demand of special category status

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IBNS): With an aim to fasten the Opposition unity, the Congress has extended its support to Andhra Pradesh's demand of a special category, at a time the ruling Telegu Desam Party (TDP) in the southern state is unhappy over its ally partner BJP.

by IBNS February 09, 2018

Allegations of child molestation in south Kolkata school, accused reportedly in police custody

Kolkata, Feb 9 (IBNS): Allegation of child molestation by a teacher rocked Kolkata's Carmel Primary School on Friday morning, according to media reports.

by IBNS February 09, 2018

US government shuts down for second time within a month

Washington, Feb 9 (IBNS): The US government has officially shut down following the Congress' failure to meet the deadline to vote on a budget, media reports said.

by IBNS February 09, 2018

Afghanistan: Residents say airstrike kills seven from a family, govt rejects claim

Kabul, Feb 9 (IBNS): Residents in Afghanistan's Khost province said that at least seven seven members of a family were killed in an airstrike carried out by the nation's security forces.

by IBNS February 09, 2018

Rahul Gandhi issued notice to speak on Rafael deal in Parliament

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IBNS) : Congress president Rahul Gandhi has issued a notice to speak on the Rafale deal in Parliament on Friday, media reports said.

by IBNS February 09, 2018

Tell Modi Govt what should be the focus areas, Cong asks people

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IBNS): Amid the heated political environment, the Congress has asked the people to state the areas the Modi government should immediately focus on.

by IBNS February 09, 2018

Union Budget 2018 focuses on affordable housing but sans any direct impact on real estate sector

Kolkata, Feb 8 (IBNS): The Union Budget 2018 is a balanced one with focus on affordable housing but without any direct impact on the sector, according to Laxman Jaiswal, Chairman & Managing Director, Ascon Infrastructure (India) Ltd.

by IBNS February 08, 2018

Starmark's store in South City mall reopens

Kolkata, Jan 25 (IBNS): After one year, Starmark's store in the South City mall has reopened in the last week in Kolkata.

by IBNS February 03, 2018

Bengal Chamber holds its Annual Manufacturing and MSME Conclave

Kolkata, Feb 3 (IBNS): The second edition of the Annual Manufacturing and MSME Conclave organised by the Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCC&I) was inaugurated on Friday at the Chamber's premises in Kolkata.

by IBNS February 02, 2018

Arun Jaitley to present Union Budget tomorrow, Indian companies hopeful

New Delhi, Jan 31 (IBNS): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will present the Union Budget on Thursday even as many Indian companies are hopeful of measures by the finance minister that would boost industry.

by IBNS February 01, 2018

IIT alumni launch collaboration forum to boost education, livelihood skills, and healthcare sectors

Mumbai, Feb 2 (IBNS): To make catalytic impact on India's social landscape with special focus on Education, Livelihood Skills and Healthcare, key members of the IIT alumni group resident in India recently launched the IIT-IIT (IITans for Influencing Indias Transformation).

by IBNS February 01, 2018

Uzbekistan acceded to the Cape Town Convention and Protocol on aviation equipment

Tashkent, Feb 1 (IBNS): Uzbekistan has acceded to the Cape Town Convention, which is considered to be a leap forward in the field of international aviation law.

by IBNS January 31, 2018

WB State Budget 2018 an exercise in welfare economics with stress on empowering rural Bengal, says Bengal Chamber

Kolkata, Feb 1 (IBNS): West Bengal State Budget 2018 was an exercise in welfare economics with stress on empowering rural Bengal was the opinion shared by the key members of Kolkata-based The Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industries.

by IBNS January 31, 2018

CLAT v/s AILET: Difference in Pattern, Difficulty Level and Cutoffs

CLAT and AILET are two of the most popular entrance exams for candidates aspiring to get an admission in one of the top law colleges in the country. Both the exams have more or less similar pattern. The exams are divided in different segments such as English, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Legal Aptitude and Current Affairs.

by IBNS January 31, 2018

NEET Official Notification to be Announced Soon. Check Out the Important Details

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon be releasing the official notification regarding National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET). This notification is expected to be released by the end of January, 2018.

by IBNS January 31, 2018

IBPS PO Call Letter for Interview Round Released; Download till February 5

by IBNS January 31, 2018

ModelsMust: Ultimate guidebook for models launched

Kolkata, Jan 27 (IBNS): For the first time in India, a completely professional platform is available for models that brings to you all you need to know about modelling.

by IBNS January 29, 2018

Ascon Infrastructure (India) Ltd announces their Ascon Irika and Ascon Era

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IBNS): Ascon Infrastructure (India) Ltd has announced two new projects- Ascon Irika at Hatiara (Project cost Rs 100 Crores appx) and Ascon Era at Gopalpur (Project cost Rs. 125 Crores appx).

by IBNS January 29, 2018

Budget expectations: Increase tax exemption to incentivise first-time home buyers, suggests Ascon Infra Chairman Laxman Jaiswal

Kolkata, Jan 27 (IBNS): With the Union Budget 2018 round the corner, expectations of the common people as well as the business houses and industries are mounting everyday.

by IBNS January 27, 2018

SPIC MACAY to hold its sixth international convention in June this year

Kolkata, Jan 19 (IBNS): SPIC MACAY and IIT Kharagpur in collaboration with Kolkata's Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industries (Bengal Chamber) recently held the curtain raiser to the sixth international convention of SPIC MACAY.

by IBNS January 19, 2018

Popular singer Rupankar is not only a lead actor in Sin Sister but does his own stunts too

Kolkata, Jan 18 (IBNS): The title track of Sin Sister, a psychological thriller in Bengali, and a romantic song from the same movie were recorded recently at the Kolkata-based Sound House Blues Studio.

by IBNS January 18, 2018

Bolpur: Infant Jesus Church draws inspiration from Tagore's teachings and Santhal culture

Bolpur, Jan 18 (IBNS): Taking a leaf out of the 'inculturation' concept, the new Infant Jesus Church, located in the heart of Bolpur, has drawn inspiration from the Tagorean influence of Shantiniketan and the local Santhal tribes of West Bengal.

by IBNS January 18, 2018

Planning to appear for UPSC Prelims? Important topics you shouldn't miss

The notification for UPSC Civil Services Examination or the IAS examination as it is commonly called has been released and application process has also started. The last date for application is March 6th, 2018. It is a three-tier examination. The Prelims is set to be conducted on June 3rd, 2018, clearing which will allow the candidates to appear for the Mains. So that gives candidates roughly few months to kick-start their preparations.

by IBNS January 17, 2018

VITEEE Application Begins: Apply before February 28

by IBNS January 16, 2018

Italy signs MoU with tanners' association from Bengal at BGBS

Kolkata, Jan 17 (IBNS): The Italian delegation to the Bengal Global Business Summit -- being held in Kolkata -- signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a city-based association, on the eve of the summit.

by IBNS January 16, 2018

WB CM Mamata Banerjee hosts fourth Bengal Global Business Summit in Kolkata today

Kolkata, Jan 16 (IBNS): After a poor show in the last year, West Bengal Chief Minister is eyeing on to host a successful Bengal Global Business Summit 2017 starting from Tuesday in Kolkata.

by IBNS January 15, 2018

Kamala Mills fire: Mojo Bistro's co-owner surrenders

Mumbai, Jan 16 (IBNS): In a new development to the Kamala Mills fire probe, co-owner of Mojo Bistro, one of the two pubs which was devastated by fire in late December, has surrendered in Mumbai, media reports said.

by India Blooms News Service January 15, 2018

The Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan dies

London, Jan 16 (IBNS): Irish singer-songwriter Dolores O'Riordan, who was the frontwoman of the multi-million selling rock band The Cranberries, passed away on Monday.

by IBNS January 15, 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Rajasthan today

Barmer, Jan 16 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he is looking forward to his visit to Rajasthan on Tuesday.

by IBNS January 15, 2018

13 siblings held captive in California home, 2 arrested: say police

California, Jan 16 (IBNS): Police arrested a couple after it was discovered that 13 people had been held captive in their California home in filthy conditions, officials said on Tuesday.

by IBNS January 15, 2018