Xiaomi is set to introduce its fresh Operating System HyperOS; check out the features here
Xiaomi is set to introduce a fresh operating system called HyperOS, which is slated to replace the current MIUI system.
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Apple Watch double tap gesture now available with watchOS 10.1. Check out now
The new double tap gesture for Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 is available today with watchOS 10.1, bringing a fast and convenient new way to interact with Apple Watch.
Vidya Balan launches Senco Gold & Diamonds' two showrooms in Kolkata
Kolkata/IBNS: Bollywood actress Vidya Balan on Friday launched two new showrooms of Senco Gold & Diamonds in Kolkata.
Jammu and Kashmir: Sufi musical charity show hosted in Srinagar to support artists
In a bid to support and promote Kashmir's singing talent, Sooz-e-Jaras Sufi musical charity performance was recently hosted at Srinagar’s Zeberwan Park by musical societies in collaboration with the tourism department.
IGNCA to screen film on the Gond warrior queen Durgavati in Delhi
New Delhi/IBNS: The Media Centre of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) will screen the film 'Rani Durgavati', on Thursday, October 26.
Bengalis in the German capital welcome Maa Durga with fanfare
Berlin/IBNS: While it is not uncommon to find the Bengali diaspora celebrating the annual autumn festival of Durga Puja, most celebrations and rituals are often curtailed for various reasons.But not this puja in Berlin.
Samsung unveils Galaxy A05s
Tech major Samsung recently announced the launch of Galaxy A05s.
Google to manufacture Pixel smartphones in India
Tech major Google recently announced it will manufacture its Pixel smartphones in India.
Top career- shaping study abroad consultants in Delhi, who can assist with overseas education.
If you're looking for reliable study abroad consultants in Delhi NCR, then look no further. GoTo University is one of the leading study abroad consultants in Delhi and has helped numerous students with their study abroad journey. We are your one-stop solution to various problems related to study abroad whether it's university selection, programme selection, university application, scholarships or visas.
Cultural programmes mark the opening of Sharadotsav in Dubai
Dubai/IBNS: It is common to find the Indian expatriate community settled across the globe holding their traditional festivals in their adopted land.
Chaltabagan Durga Puja festivities in Kolkata takes off amid dance and drum beats
The Durga Puja, one of the biggest festivals in the world which earned the Intangible Cultural Heritage tag of Humnaity by UNESCO, has started in Bengal this year with a bang. Chaltabagan Durga Puja, one of the most popular pujas in Kolkata, too started the Durga Puja festivities with a gala function at the ITC Royal Bengal that was attended by eminent citizens Kolkata and members from the foreign diplomatic corps.
Debutant writer Soma Bose unveils her book 'Frenny and Other Women You Have Met' at Kolkata reading session
Kolkata/IBNS: Debutante author Soma Bose, who is also a visual storyteller, has come out with a book exploring the subtle and intricate emotions of women's lives.
Tradition and innovation feature on Canteen Pub & Grub’s festive menu
Kolkata/IBNS: For this festive season Kolkata’s Canteen Pub & Grub has launched a special menu, which includes both traditional Bengali dishes as well as innovative dishes.
Mimi Chakraborty unveils Tanishq's Durga Puja collection 'Aishani'
Kolkata/IBNS: Actress-MP Mimi Chakraborty unveiled jewellery brand Tanishq's Durga Puja collection 'Aishani' last week.
A walkthrough of Kolkata's bonedi barir pujo preparations
The autumn air is replete with the festive fervour of Durga Puja, Bengal’s biggest festival. Kolkata alone holds around 3000 pujo annually. While the big and famous venues known as barowari or community pujas dominate the scene to pay obeisance to the Shakti Goddess, the old and historical venues too have continued to hold forth with their hundreds of years’s existence. IBNS-TWF lensman Avishek Mitra captures some pre-puja portraits of north Kolkata's aristocratic family pujas.
International Clown Festival by Prabha Khaitan Foundation sets off laugh riot for Kolkata children
Kolkata/IBNS: Laughter, they say, is the best medicine. So when the Kolkata-based Prabha Khaitan Foundation and Education For All Trust under their initiative Muskaan organised the International Clown Festival in the city which is already on a pre-Puja festive gear, it was time to laugh out loud (LOL) for hordes of children who turned up at the event.
Odissi dancer Guru Sanchita Bhattacharya presents Durga and Draupadi on stage in the US
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based Odissi dancer, Guru Sanchita Bhattacharya, recently completed her multi-city tour of the United States.
40th Surtarang singing talent hunt competition concludes in Delhi
New Delhi/IBNS: The 40th edition of national singing talent hunt organization Surtarang reached its conclusion at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi on Oct 11, featuring some of the nation's most promising amateur singers.
1 million learners certified through UNICEF’s Passport to Earning initiative
New Delhi: One million young learners have been certified through Passport to Earning initiative, an online programme organised by UNICEF.
India's cyber security agency CERT-In warns of 'multiple vulnerabilities' in Google Chrome
New Delhi: CERT-In Thursday released a high-severity alert about "multiple vulnerabilities" discovered in the widely used web browser Google Chrome, media report said.
You'll Never Look at Social Media the Same Way After Using Khul Ke!
In a crowded world of social media platforms competing for our attention, one India-centric app is poised to stand out and revolutionize how we engage with the digital ecosystem. The recently launched Khul Ke app is a game-changer that promises to make you forget about the rest. It aims to become the leading social media app, entirely Made in India.
Enjoy the festive cheer and special feasts this Durga Puja at the Vedic Village Spa Resort
“Our Durga Puja celebration is inspired by the ghoroa pujo [festival which takes place at people’s homes], which also motivates guests to actively take part in it,” said Suparna Sarkar, Associate Vice President, Vedic Village Spa Resort, a retreat on the eastern neighbourhood of Kolkata.
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Sometimes ‘going back’ makes for happier times with liberal doses of nostalgia. The current trend of Retro fashion is a reflection of that sentiment, says Anju Munshi
UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell visits India to spotlight progress on global goals for children
New Delhi/New York/IBNS: UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell concluded a four-day visit to India on Friday to highlight life-saving progress in health and development for millions of vulnerable children while calling on global leaders to prioritise investment in children to deliver on the world’s sustainable development goals.
Canada: Puja Bazaar triumphs with over 800 attendees and strong community support
Toronto/IBNS: Puja Bazaar, an event jointly organized by Probaashe Bangali Adda, Canada, and Twinkle Starz Events, recently concluded with success, drawing over 800 attendees.
Sourav Ganguly attends premiere of Xiaomi Studios' film 'The Rolling Ball'
Kolkata/IBNS: India's cricket icon Sourav Ganguly attended the premiere of Xiaomi Studios' film 'The Rolling Ball', which was shot on the camera marvel, the Xiaomi 13 Pro, here last week.
Google Pixel 8 launch event; here's what happened
Alphabet's Google released its Pixel 8 smartphone and smartwatch on Wednesday, introducing a more comprehensive integration of its AI technology into its core consumer products.
Nokia 2660 gets UPI Scan & Pay feature, including the existing users
HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, has introduced an exciting new feature to its classic Nokia 2660 Flip phones – UPI Scan and Pay functionality.
ICC, BCCI, Education Ministry, UNICEF launch online learning module 'CRIIIO 4 GOOD' initiative to promote gender equality
Ahmedabad/IBNS: The International Cricket Council, Board of Control for Cricket in India, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and UNICEF with 1000 children launched CRIIIO 4 GOOD, a new online, life skills learning module, to promote gender equity among girls and boys, here on Monday.
Celebrating diversity and unity: Sikh community shines at Cincinnati Festival of faiths
In a vibrant showcase of cultural diversity and unity, the Sikh Community in Cincinnati and neighbouring Dayton recently converged at the sixth annual “Cincinnati Festival of Faiths,” hosted by the organization “Equasion.”