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Locals, tourist celebrate "Int'l Pheran Day" in Srinagar

Srinagar: A number of locals and tourists gathered at the historic Lal Chowk to celebrate the "International Pheran Day".

WhatsApp's new feature allows users to undo 'delete for me' option

WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature allowing users to restore a deleted message. The undo option will be available when a person chooses the “delete for me” instead of the “delete for everyone” while erasing a message in a chat.

Kolkata-based SPK Jain Futuristic Academy organises a workshop on parenting challenges in today’s world

Kolkata/IBNS: SPK Jain Futuristic Academy, a Kolkata-based school, recently organised a seminar and workshop on the topic ‘Parenting Challenges in Today’s Global Village’.

Salem's Sona Business Incubation Centre, IIT-Madras incubates BTech Mechatronics graduate's innovation

Chennai: An innovation by a budding entrepreneur is all set to digitize textile designing in India and minimise production costs and save time, which would help revive the handloom sector.

JITO YOUTH WING KOLKATA organises 'Race Your Brains'

Kolkata/IBNS: JITO Youth Wing Kolkata organised a mega event 'Race Your Brains' on Sunday.

India's Sargam Koushal wins Mrs World title after 21 years

Las Vegas: Sargam Koushal of India, who originally belongs to Jammu and Kashmir, has made the country proud by winning the Mrs World title at a gala ceremony in the US city of Las Vegas.

Mega EV Rally organised in Kolkata

Kolkata/IBNS: A Mega EV Rally was recently organised in Kolkata by the West Bengal government and Altius Auto Solutions Pvt. Ltd.- also jointly organizing the 16th EV Expo currently underway at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan.

14th Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival to begin on Jan 12, 2023

Kolkata/IBNS: The 14th edition of the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF) will be hosted in partnership with the Indian Museum on its grounds from Jan 12 to Jan 15, 2023.

Ring in Christmas and New Year with “Grill and Chill Bash” at Barbeque Nation

New Delhi:  Welcome the festive season with Barbeque Nation’s “Grill and Chill Bash”.

Hard Rock Cafe to celebrate its fifth anniversary with Quad Squad

Kolkata: Hard Rock Cafe, Kolkata is all ready to kickstart their fifth anniversary with a special rocking Quad Squad Night with four different rock bands The Grooverz, Urban Monkz, Emeli and Goshai Gang.

Madrasa background student Dr. Moinuddin overcomes hurdles to be an agricultural scientist

Education is the key to progress, prosperity and success and some try to overcome all barriers to change their life stories. One such story is of Dr. Moinuddin who started his studies from Madrasa and has now become an agricultural scientist.

Aminia launches new outlet on Kolaghat highway in West Bengal for travellers

Kolkata/IBNS: Biryani chain Aminia has opened its new outlet at Kolaghat, which is located along National Highway 116, in West Bengal.

LG launches UltraGear OLED gaming monitors

Seoul: LG Electronics (LG) is exhibiting its latest lineup of premium UltraGear OLED gaming monitors (models 27GR95QE and 45GR95QE) at CES 2023.

Kolkata: U.S. Consulate Kolkata, partners host workshop to mark Human Rights Day

Kolkata: Observing the Human Rights Day, U.S. Consulate General Kolkata hosted a workshop-finale titled “Inclusion and Diversity: Are We Doing Enough?” designed by U.S. based non-profits StoryCenter and Theater Alliance in partnership with the U.S. State Department alumni at the American Center Kolkata on Saturday.

The Irish Brewery launches lip smacking winter delicacies for foodlovers of Kolkata

Kolkata: The Irish Brewery has launched special delicacies by keeping the winter session in mind which surely promises to leave food lovers in Kolkata happy.

The Creative Arts Academy relaunches its studio Artishyana

Kolkata/IBNS: The Creative Arts Academy (TCAA) has launched a new all-inclusive Arts Space for people of all genders, age groups, communities, economics backgrounds and special needs -An Artshiyana for everyone- on completion of its two decades.

UTDB announces marketing support scheme for tour operators for the upcoming International Yoga Festival

Kolkata: The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) has announced a financial incentive scheme of up to Rs.5 lakh per tour operator for tour operators booking international tourists for the upcoming International Yoga Festival (IYF) 2023 to be held at Rishikesh from Mar 1 to Mar 7, 2023.

Jammu and Kashmir hosts two-day Houseboat Festival

Srinagar: The two-day Houseboat Festival which was held on the banks  Dal and Nigeen Lakes concluded recently.

Karakul is gaining more popularity in Kashmiri culture

Srinagar: A traditional Kashmir cap, named  Karakul, has become an integral part of the Kashmir culture with several politicians even sporting it on various occasions.

Apple introduces Apple Music Sing

California: Gadget maker Apple has announced Apple Music Sing, an exciting new feature that allows users to sing along to their favourite songs with adjustable vocals1 and real-time lyrics.

​Must have products for complete dog care

​New Delhi: Your feelings will be all over the place when you welcome your new dog or puppy into your home.

La Artisans: Your quick service cafe at Park Street

In Kolkata's sunset boulevard Park Street La Artisans Cafe is a quick service joint serving specialty coffees, complemented with desserts and sandwiches.

Apple turns RED to raise visibility for World AIDS Day

Washington: Over the past 16 years, IT major Apple and its customers have been part of the global fight to end AIDS.

Uttarakhand’s delectable Bal Mithai is a favourite with sweet lovers

New Delhi: The ongoing India International Trade Fair in the Capital is featuring a classic sweet from Uttarakhand and it is winning the hearts of sweet lovers. Bal Mithai, Uttarakhand’s sweet speciality is one of the oldest sweets in India.

International Kolkata Book Fair will be held from Jan 30 to Feb 12, 2023

Kolkata/IBNS: The International Kolkata Book Fair, which is recognised by the International Publishers Association, Geneva, will be held from Jan 30 to Feb 12, 2023.

IIT Kharagpur bagged 16 international offers including highest package of more than INR 2.6 Crore CTC on Day 1 of placements

Kharagpur:  On the first day of the placement session of 2022, the students of Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur secured more than 760 offers including Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs).

Pirzada Tajumal breaks several traditional thoughts as he emerges as first male belly dancer from Jammu and Kashmir

Pirzada Tajumal has broken several traditional thoughts as he has emerged as the first male belly dancer from Jammu and Kashmir.

UNESCO: French baguettes, Chinese tea ceremony, join protected heritage list

New York: Holy Week in Guatemala, traditional tea preparation in China, and the artisanal knowledge surrounding France’s iconic daily bread loaf, the baguette, are among the latest cultural practices and expressions to be recognized by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

West Bengal Minister Shashi Panja unveils logo of FAFAI's Silver Jubilee Edition Convention & Expo

Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Minister Shashi Panja earlier this week unveiled the logo of FAFAI's upcoming Silver Jubilee Edition Convention & Expo in Kolkata.

Chair Poetry Evenings returns to Kolkata with its fifth edition

Kolkata/IBNS: The annual Chair Poetry Evenings, Kolkata’s International Poetry Festival, got off to a spirited start at the Indian Council For Cultural Relations (ICCR) here with a resolve to present voices that remain obstinate in the face of challenges.