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Malaika Arora unveils Kalyan Jewellers' new showroom in Karnal at Dyal Singh Colony

Karnal: The city of Karnal came to a standstill as crowds jostled to catch a glimpse of Bollywood actor Malaika Arora at the inauguration of Kalyan Jewellers’ showroom at Dyal Singh Colony.

Academician Mahul Brahma launches his latest book on luxury in the historic site of The Roman Bath

City of Bath, UK:  Author and academician Mahul Brahma launched his eighth book- Aesthetic Leadership in Luxury- in the City of Bath in UK,  a UNESCO World Heritage Centre.

Are you ready to drive your flying car, Alef's vehicle receives FAA Special Airworthiness Certification

California: Alef Aeronautics, a sustainable mobility company that is designing and developing a flying car, has announced that it received a Special Airworthiness Certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, marking the first time a vehicle of this nature has received legal approval to fly from the US Government.

A new social template

Traditional rituals in our country like pre-birth celebration for a would-be moms or weddings are getting a makeover today with many elements from outside conversing, finds Anju Munshi

Eid al-Adha special offer from Aminia, too sweet to miss

Kolkata/IBNS: Popular Kolkata eatery Aminia, which specialises in Mughlai cuisine, has a special offer for their diners as part of Eid al-Adha celebrations.

British Deputy High Commission Kolkata celebrates Pride Month 2023

Kolkata: To commemorate the Pride month, the British Deputy High Commission, Kolkata hosted a two-day workshop on 27-28 June 2023.

Youtuber Matthew Beem creates world's largest iPhone and netizens are loving it

A Youtuber has left social media stunned with his new video where he showcased his latest creation- a giant iPhone 14 Pro Max.

New Delhi: IGNCA exhibition on banknotes to showcase G20 nations heritage, themed on 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'

New Delhi: Beginning Friday, the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) in New Delhi is organising a unique exhibition titled "Banking on World Heritage" by displaying banknotes depicting the world heritage sites listed by UNESCO.

JKCPRS Conducts Virtual Session to Guide Jammu and Kashmir Students for Civil Services Exam

Srinagar/IBNS: The Jammu and Kashmir Centre for Peace, Research and Sustainable Development (JKCPRS) and the J-K Students Association organized a virtual interactive session titled "Mastering the JKAS Journey" for students preparing for civil services in Jammu and Kashmir.

Assam: Record-breaking sale of Pu'er tea at Indian auction; Gauripur tea plantation sets new standard

Guwahati/IBNS: The International Tea Day Special Auction in Guwahati, India witnessed MJunction made history by selling Pu'er tea for the first time in the country. The highly sought-after Pu'er tea, in the form of a cake, fetched an astonishing price of Rs 9000 per kilogram, setting a record in its category.

J&K: Hafiz-e-Quran girl qualifies for NEET 2023, highlights the importance of balancing faith and education

Srinagar/IBNS: Baseerah Mehraj, a talented Hafiz-e-Quran girl hailing from the Noorbagh area, has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully qualifying for the NEET 2023 examination.

realme unveils the realme 11 Pro series 5G, starting from INR 23,999

Kolkata: Smartphone major realme recently announced the realme 11 Pro Series 5G, the newest addition to the flagship Number Series.

Dimapur hosted World Music Day Event at Green Park, promoting cultural exchange and alcohol-free environment

Dimapur hosted a grand event at Green Park, 5th Mile, on June 21 to celebrate World Music Day. The event was organized by Sky Entertainment and Love Easts events in collaboration with various partners, with the aim of inspiring a deeper appreciation for diverse musical traditions worldwide.

Tripura's innovative approach in foundational literacy and numeracy garners praise at G20 exhibition

Agartala/IBNS: Tripura's groundbreaking efforts in promoting 'NIPUN' and its innovative teaching and learning materials attracted widespread acclaim at the G20 exhibition on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) held at Savitri Bai Phule Pune University.

Highland Institute celebrates 10 years of research excellence in Nagaland

Kohima/Nagaland: The Highland Institute, an esteemed independent research institute based in Kohima, Nagaland marked its momentous 10-year anniversary on June 10th. 

Air India Express unveils Gourmair: A remarkable upgrade to the airline in-flight dining experience

New Delhi: Air India Express (AIXL), on Wednesday announced the introduction of Gourmair, the award-winning in-flight dining brand, curated to cater to diverse culinary preferences with a wide-range of hot meals and lite bites. 

International Performing Arts Festival starts on a grand note in Mumbai; table maestro Pt Prodyut Mukherjee enthralls guests

Mumbai/IBNS: Well-known musician, GiMA award winner and a Grammy Awards jury member, Pt Prodyut Mukherjee regaled guests with his with his mastery over ‘tabla’ and ‘mouth percussion’ at the third edition of the International Performing Arts Festival (IPAF) held in Mumbai.

Tribal concept ‘halma’ can show the way for self-reliance to society at large, says minister

New Delhi/IBNS: The expansion of the concept of ‘halma’ prevalent among the tribes of India can be one of the ways to resolve climate change and other issues faced by society at large, said Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar.

IGNCA holds the first Brainstorming Session on UNESCO Memory of World Programme in India

New Delhi/IBNS:  Memory is crucial for survival of humanity, said Union Minister for State for Culture and External Affairs, Meenakshi Lekhi in her address as the chief guest at the Brainstorming Session on UNESCO Memory of the World (MoW) Programme in India.

Arunachal Pradesh installs solar-wind hybrid power plant to promote renewable energy

Itanagar/IBNS: The Arunachal Pradesh State Council for Science and Technology, in collaboration with the School of Energy Science & Engineering under IIT Guwahati, has successfully installed a solar-wind power plant in the Papum Pare district.

Interdisciplinary art exhibition 'Where The Mind is without Fear' amazes at BTU Gallery, Bangkok

Shillong/IBNS: The inter-disciplinary art exhibition titled 'Where The Mind is without Fear' took place on Monday at the prestigious BTU Gallery in Bangkok. 

Jammu and Kashmir 10th standard exam results show female students outperforming boys

Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (BOSE) announced the results of the annual regular examinations for 10th standard, with an impressive overall pass percentage of over 79 percent. 

Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani donates Rs 315 cr to alma mater IIT-Bombay

Mumbai: Infosys co-founder and Chairman Nandan Nilekani has made a substantial donation of Rs 315 crore (approximately $38.5 million) to his alma mater, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay.

Sona College creates an app for migrant workers’ safety

Salem: Students at Sona College of Technology have developed a mobile application, ‘Migrant Care’ that helps connect migrant labourers, their agents, and police officials to ensure their safety while in the Salem district.

Assam Governor releases Urdu edition of 'Great Minds on India', Salil Gewali honored with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Award

Guwahati/IBNS: In a prestigious ceremony held at Raj Bhavan, the Urdu edition of the acclaimed book 'Great Minds on India,' authored by Salil Gewali, a renowned writer from Shillong, was unveiled by Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria. 

Tangsa Tribe's Wihu Kuh Festival: A vibrant celebration of cultural identity and harmony with nature

Nestled in the hills of Arunachal Pradesh, India, the Tangsa tribe annually celebrates the Wihu Kuh Festival, a vibrant testament to their cultural traditions and deep connection with nature. This lesser-known festival, marked by music, dance, and flavors, showcases the tribe's unity and reverence for the land.

IIT Guwahati research park foundation launches iDEATE 2023 to foster innovation and entrepreneurship

Guwahati/IBNS: IIT Guwahati Research Park Foundation (IITGRP) has recently unveiled iDEATE 2023, an exclusive startup pitch program, at the Research Park on the IIT Guwahati campus.

Sri Jagannath Seva Samiti cultural wing 'Utkala' to host Odisha Festival

Kolkata/IBNS: Utkala, the cultural wing of Sri Jagannath Seva Samiti, has announced the celebration of Ratha Yatra and Odisha Festival from June 20-28.

Jammu and Kashmir Board Examination: Girls outshine boys as 79.89% students qualify class 10

The girls in Jammu and Kashmir outshined boys in the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (BOSE) class examination results which were revealed on Monday.

Jammu and Kashmir: Uri marks live musical festival

The Indian Army in the Uri region of Jammu and Kashmir recently hosted a live musical event that showcased the rich cultural heritage of the area to the people.