Indian education is moving online. Here's why

Indian education is moving online. Here's why

Indian economy has been growing rapidly over the past few years. This rapid growth has brought the best of technology to India, with several tech giants setting up shop in the country. Technology has further boosted the growth trend and also enhanced the way different sectors like business, agriculture and education function.

by IBNS November 06, 2017

Amitabh  Bachchan, Jayant Sinha among 714 Indians named in Paradise Papers linked to tax havens

Amitabh Bachchan, Jayant Sinha among 714 Indians named in Paradise Papers linked to tax havens

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IBNS) : In what is being described as the largest leak of financial data, 714 big Indians, including corporate heavyweights, politicians and entertainment leaders, are among the global behemoths, who are suspected to have used offshore tax havens to evade taxes, media reports said.

by IBNS November 05, 2017

Texas shooting: Death toll climbs to 26, suspect named

Texas shooting: Death toll climbs to 26, suspect named

Austin, Nov 6 (IBNS): The toll in the Texas shooting incident has risen to 26, while local media have named the suspect as Devin Patrick Kelley, aged 26.

by IBNS November 05, 2017

Media can play role in creating awareness about climate change: PM Modi

Media can play role in creating awareness about climate change: PM Modi

Chennai, Nov 6 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said media can play a role to create an awareness about the global climate change, reports said.

by IBNS November 05, 2017

Cartoonist Bala G gets bail after his arrest for criticising Tamil Nadu CM and officials

Cartoonist Bala G gets bail after his arrest for criticising Tamil Nadu CM and officials

Chennai, Nov 6 (IBNS): Tamil Nadu cartoonist Bala G, who was arrested over the charges of defaming top government functionaries, including Tamil Nadu chief minister Edappadi K Palaniswami, got bail on Monday, media reports said.

by IBNS November 05, 2017

Chennai schools to remain closed due to rain today

Chennai schools to remain closed due to rain today

Chennai, Nov 6 (IBNS): Due to the continuous rain in Tamil Nadu, schools in Chennai would remain closed even on Monday, media reports said.

by IBNS November 05, 2017

Mamata urges all to change Twitter DP to black as protest against demonetisation

Mamata urges all to change Twitter DP to black as protest against demonetisation

Kolkata, Nov 6 (IBNS): West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday urged all Twitter users to change their display pictures to black on Nov. 8, the day when the Modi government will celebrate the one year completion of noteban, as a mark of protest.

by India Blooms News Service November 05, 2017

Baloch leaders accuse Pakistan of committing genocide

Baloch leaders accuse Pakistan of committing genocide

Quetta/Islamabad, Nov 6 (IBNS): Baloch leaders Brahumdagh Bugti and Mehran Marri in a joint statement have accused the Pakistan government of committing genocide in the region and said that the former will be facilitating demonstrations worldwide to capture attention of stronger economies to act upon the crime.

by IBNS November 05, 2017

PM Modi visits Chennai, to meet former CM Karunanidhi

PM Modi visits Chennai, to meet former CM Karunanidhi

Chennai, Nov 6 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday visited Chennai, where he will be attending two private functions alongside meeting former Chief Minister of the state, M Karunanidhi, media reports said.

by IBNS November 05, 2017

Mathura: Police arrest bank manager for raping Russian woman

Mathura: Police arrest bank manager for raping Russian woman

Mathura, Nov 4 (IBNS): Police have arrested the manager of a nationalised bank for allegedly raping a Russian woman after befriending her on Facebook, reports said.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

PM Modi greets the nation on Guru Nanak Jayanti

PM Modi greets the nation on Guru Nanak Jayanti

New Delhi, Nov 4 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on Guru Nanak Jayanti on Saturday.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

Monsoon rains inundate Chennai, kills at least 12

Monsoon rains inundate Chennai, kills at least 12

Chennai, Nov 4 (IBNS): Sustained rainfall over a period of seven days has inundated the state capital of Tamil Nadu, Chennai, resulting in the death of at least 12 people, reports said.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

Stampede in Bihar's Begusarai kills three, injures 10

Stampede in Bihar's Begusarai kills three, injures 10

Patna, Nov 4 (IBNS): At least three people were killed and 10 others wounded in a stampede at a bathing spot in Begusarai district of Bihar on Saturday morning.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

No non-sense with Indian woman's pride: Uma Bharti on Padmavati row

No non-sense with Indian woman's pride: Uma Bharti on Padmavati row

New Delhi, Nov 4 (IBNS): Taking a stand on the Padmavati row, Union minister Uma Bharti said on Saturday that there should be no non-sense with Indian woman's pride.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

Three people killed in stampede in Bihar's Begusarai

Three people killed in stampede in Bihar's Begusarai

Begusarai, Nov 4 (IBNS): At least three people were killed and ten injured in a stampede in Bihar's Begusarai on Saturday, media reports said.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

Bhopal gangrape case: Five policemen sacked, state forms SIT to probe crime

Bhopal gangrape case: Five policemen sacked, state forms SIT to probe crime

Bhopal, Nov 4 (IBNS): The Madhya Pradesh government on Friday has suspended five police officials in the wake of the Bhopal gangrape case, while forming a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the crime, reports said.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

Video book trailers changing the way for promotion of new books

Video book trailers changing the way for promotion of new books

Kolkata, Nov 4 (IBNS): Video book trailers are bringing a silent change in the way books are being promoted, according to Indian book publishers.

by IBNS November 03, 2017

A screenplay writing startup offers writers a chance to upload their work for global attention

A screenplay writing startup offers writers a chance to upload their work for global attention

Kolkata, Oct 31 (IBNS): In 2009, an Indian screenplay writer, Pinaki Ghosh, and an American screenplay writer, Nick Blake, came together to bring aspiring screenplay writers on the same platform.

by IBNS October 30, 2017

TERI University launches State of Urban Water and Sanitation in India report on improving access to clean water and sanitation facility

TERI University launches State of Urban Water and Sanitation in India report on improving access to clean water and sanitation facility

New Delhi, Oct 30 (IBNS): TERI University, in partnership with the U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Coca-Cola India Pvt Ltd, and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), released today the report State of Urban Water and Sanitation in India, a key milestone of the USAID-funded project Strengthening Water and Sanitation in Urban Settings.

by IBNS October 30, 2017

Look up Shivang Mehta's book to know all about the brand ambassador tigers of India

Look up Shivang Mehta's book to know all about the brand ambassador tigers of India

New Delhi, Oct 30 (IBNS): Nature conservation should be given utmost importance and bureaucracy should not be allowed to dictate terms in regards to tourism, said popular wildlife conservationist, author and photographer, Valmik Thapar, recently at a book launch in New Delhi.

by IBNS October 29, 2017

RERA to safeguard Indian home buyers from unscrupulous developers

RERA to safeguard Indian home buyers from unscrupulous developers

Kolkata, Oct 30 (IBNS): The Real Estate Regulation & Development Act, 2016 (RERA) is expected to bring more transparency and accountability in the real estate sector if properly implemented, believes home buyers, the Act will protect home-buyers from unscrupulous builders or be taken for a ride by even some of organized developers.

by IBNS October 29, 2017

Bengal Chamber holds conclave on entrepreneurship and startups to boost local ventures

Bengal Chamber holds conclave on entrepreneurship and startups to boost local ventures

Kolkata, Oct 28 (IBNS): Success cannot be yours without PHD -- Passion, Hard work and Dedication -- said CS Ghosh, President of Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industries, while addressing the participants of 'The Business Conclave on Entrepreneurship and Start-ups', held recently in Kolkata.

by IBNS October 27, 2017

Upcoming Bengali film 'Red Curtain' is not only about being together in love

Upcoming Bengali film 'Red Curtain' is not only about being together in love

Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS) The shades of Red Curtain, the upcoming production of Beep & Colorbar, are of a tragic love story which reaffirms our faith in love.

by IBNS October 27, 2017

Kolkata-based Chambers of Commerce come together to discuss 'Bengal - Accelerating Growth'

Kolkata-based Chambers of Commerce come together to discuss 'Bengal - Accelerating Growth'

Kolkata, Oct 27 (IBNS): Leading Chambers of Commerce based in Kolkata recently came together at the Bengal Accelerating Growth business meet to discuss on economic progress, business expansion and infrastructure development in West Bengal.

by IBNS October 27, 2017

Top XAT Colleges Placement Statistics-2017

Top XAT Colleges Placement Statistics-2017

Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is a much sought-after exam which is primarily for admission into XLRI and allied institutes. Many B-schools accept XAT scores apart from CAT scores.

by IBNS October 25, 2017

Top 10 B. Tech Colleges in Jaipur

Top 10 B. Tech Colleges in Jaipur

Jaipur, known as Pink City, is a charming place to live with its unique architecture, a rich heritage and culture. Presently, it is one of Indias largest higher education hub.

by IBNS October 25, 2017

Tips to Sharpen Your Decision-Making Skills for XAT 2018

Tips to Sharpen Your Decision-Making Skills for XAT 2018

What is XAT?XAT or Xavier Aptitude Test is a national level MBA entrance exam conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur for admission to post graduate management programs at over 140 B-schools across India. It is a computer based test consisting of both objective and subjective type questions. The entrance exam is conducted by the Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI) for admission in XLRI.

by IBNS October 25, 2017

Opus presents Design Think 360 conclave for career aspirants from eastern India

Opus presents Design Think 360 conclave for career aspirants from eastern India

Kolkata, Oct 24 (IBNS): Kolkata will host Design Think 360, a conclave that aims to bring together major design educators and design aspirants, on October 28.

by IBNS October 23, 2017

Time to Brush up your Logical Reasoning- MAT Online Preparation Tips

Time to Brush up your Logical Reasoning- MAT Online Preparation Tips

Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is a national level management entrance test, conducted by All India Management Association. MAT scorecard is accepted by around 600 business schools in the country for admission to various management programs.

by IBNS October 19, 2017

Harivansh Rai Bachchan among 7 Most Famous Alumni of Banaras Hindu University

Harivansh Rai Bachchan among 7 Most Famous Alumni of Banaras Hindu University

Established in 1916 by Madan Mohan Malviya, Banaras Hindu University is amongst the oldest Universities in India.

by IBNS October 19, 2017