Customer charged an extra Rs. 40 for a plastic glass when he had mango juice in Mumbai mall, internet reacts
A Reddit user recently caught the attention of netizens when he claimed he had to pay Rs 40 for a disposable plastic glass to drink juice.
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UK: Sutton Friends hosts London Ram Leela, audience left spellbound
A large number of attendees were left spellbound when the timeless Indian mythological tale of Ramayana was brought to life in the UK on October 26 and October 27.
Iconic fashion designer Rohit Bal dies of cardiac arrest at 63
Iconic fashion designer Rohit Bal died of cardiac arrest on Friday leaving a deep void in the Indian fashion industry. He was 63.
Apple Intelligence rolled out, check out who can use it
Tech major Apple on Monday rolled out the first set of Apple Intelligence features for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users.
Google may launch the next frontier AI model in December
Tech major Google is likely to launch its next frontier AI model in December,media reports said.
Haridwar to host Ganga Utsav on November 4
Haridwar's Chandi Ghat is expected to buzz with devotees during the Ganga Utsav 2024 on November 4.
New Apple iPad minis is now available, check out the price
Beginning today, the ultraportable new iPad mini, powered by the A17 Pro chip and built for Apple Intelligence, is now available.
New York teen sensation Urjani De shines at New York Puja Association's Cultural Programme 2024
New York/IBNS: Urjani De, a second-generation Indian teenager based in New York City, captivated audiences with her mesmerizing performance at the cultural programme of the New York Puja Association 2024.
Education body for tribal students launches Amazon Future Engineer Program in 50 Eklavya Model Residential Schools
New Delhi: National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) today launched the Third Phase of the ‘Amazon Future Engineer Program’ in 50 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) spread across Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana and Tripura.
USA: Hindu community members celebrate Diwali in Times Square
Indian community members and several US nationals gathered at Times Square in the US to celebrate Diwali recently.
Sunidhi Chauhan teams up with Alive India Foundation to empower independent musicians, raise awareness on thalassaemia eradication
Bengaluru is all set to welcome singing sensation, Sunidhi Chauhan and her I Am Home Concert, presented by the Music Man of India, Supratiek Ghosh, and his Foundation ALIVE INDIA at the Bharatiya Mall on October 24.
Telangana governor inaugurates Secunderabad's Bangiya Sanskritik Sangha Durgotsab on its 59th year
Telangana governor Jishnu Dev Verma recently inaugurated the Sarvojanin Durgotsab 2024 organised by the Bangiya Sanskritik Sangha in Secunderabad in the presence of puja organiser and ace social worker Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee.
Modern woman who wears India on her sleeve with pride: Anita Dongre on her designed Diwali Barbie doll
Mumbai/IBNS: American multinational toy manufacturing company, Mattel, has unveiled its Barbie doll for the upcoming Hindu festival Diwali, which is widely celebrated in India.
My bid to internationalise Shatatantri Veena among next generation pays off: Santoor maestro Tarun Bhattacharya on his return from US Tour
Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, one of India's most celebrated and pioneering Santoor maestros, recently returned from a landmark tour of the United States.
Hatibagan, Pratapaditya Road top picks in Sharod Srijoni Samman publicity awards
Kolkata/IBNS: Hatibagan Sarbojonin Durgotsav Committee have been awarded the ‘Sharod Srijoni Shiromani Samman’ by Sharod Srijoni Samman ’24, a festival based award in India, instituted to salute the publicity, concept and style conceived by Durga Puja Committees to promote themselves.
Hatibagan, Pratapaditya Road top picks in Sharod Srijoni Samman publicity awards
Kolkata/IBNS: Hatibagan Sarbojonin Durgotsav Committee have been awarded the ‘Sharod Srijoni Shiromani Samman’ by Sharod Srijoni Samman ’24, a festival based award in India, instituted to salute the publicity, concept and style conceived by Durga Puja Committees to promote themselves.
The Sacred Feminine: Women’s Reverence and Durga Puja Symbolism
In a world that is rapidly evolving, the call for gender equality and respect for women has become more urgent than ever. The festival of Durga Puja, one of the most revered celebrations in Hindu culture, holds a profound symbolism that speaks directly to this issue. It is not just a religious festival; it is a powerful reminder of the strength, dignity, and divinity of women. Durga, the supreme goddess, represents the embodiment of feminine power, courage, and compassion—qualities that must be recognized and honored in all women.
HelpAge India launches 'Generations Together' campaign to bridge gap between generations
New Delhi/Kolkata/IBNS: Commemorating International Day of Older Persons (IDOP), HelpAge India, a non-profit organization working with and for older people in the country, on Tuesday (Oct. 1) launched its "Generations Together" campaign in south Kolkata's Chetla Central Park, celebrating the contributions of senior citizens and strengthening the intergenerational connections.
Rotary Calcutta Metro City hands over football and fitness kits to Nayagram Thana Balika Vidyapith in Jhargram
Rotary Calcutta Metro City recently handed over the entire set of football kits, including fitness training kits, for the Nayagram Thana Balika Vidyapith Football team at Nayagram, Jhargram.
UNESCO promoted 3rd edition of Durga Puja Art 2024' preview show inaugurated at Tala Prattoy
Kolkata/IBNS: UNESCO, the global UN agency that designated Durga Puja Art as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2022, maintained its commitment to promoting Durga Puja Art to a global audience this year.
Christie’s reaches agreement to acquire classic auction car major Gooding & Company
New York/IBNS: British auction house Christie’s has entered into an agreement to acquire Gooding & Company, the leading international auction house in the collector car market.
Ushoshi Sengupta unveils Fabindia's Durga Puja collection
Kolkata/IBNS: Former Miss Universe India and model-actress Ushoshi Sengupta has unveiled Fabindia's collection for the upcoming grand festival, Durga Puja.
Photo Essay: Kolkata trams finally lose the turf battle
It was only last year that Kolkata's trams celebrated 150 years of their rollercoaster journey in the eastern metropolis. For decades the city's signature streetcars were fighting a grim survival battle despite all ado over heritage.
IndiaAI invites nominations for fellowship program targeting AI researchers and students
New Delhi: IndiaAI, the Independent Business Division (IBD) under the Digital India Corporation, has announced the opening of nominations for its fellowship program, inviting applications from B.Tech and M.Tech students working on Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects.
Prabha Khaitan Foundation explores global partnerships in Hawaii for art, culture, literature and sustainability
Kolkata/IBNS: In a significant step towards fostering international collaboration, Kolkata-based Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) recently visited the prestigious East-West Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, to discuss potential partnerships.
Loreto College, Kolkata, and RIKA Institute ink MoU to promote research, and innovation in Disaster Risk Management
Kolkata/IBNS: India has faced floods, cyclones, heat waves, and landslides this year itself in multiple states impacting lives and livelihoods. With the changing risk landscape in India, accurate interpretation of information on past and future trends, dynamic scenario creation, and real-time monitoring has become necessary for just decision-making and timely action.
Kolkata hosts the 3rd edition of Chitra Devi Music & Dance Festival
Kolkata/IBNS: The third edition of the prestigious Chitra Devi Music & Dance Festival was recently held at Rotary Sadan.
Alive India Foundation: Reviving Indian music and empowering young talent
Music is a universal language and India, with its diverse culture and languages, has long been a hub for rich and varied musical traditions.
National Teachers Award 2024: Thiagarajar Polytechnic College faculty honoured by President Murmu
Dr A Gandhimathi, Faculty of English, Thiagarajar Polytechnic College, Salem, received the prestigious National Award for Teachers 2024 from President of India Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi on Teachers' Day—September 5, 2024.
Third edition of Chitra Devi Music and Dance Festival will be held in Kolkata's Rotary Sadan on September 15
Sanchita Dance Foundation, in association with Techno India University & Rotary Club of Calcutta Metro City will host the 3rd edition of Chitra Devi Music & Dance Festival in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture Rotary Sadan in Kolkata on September 15.