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UNMISH organises 8th edition of POORNAM’23 ‘Empowering of Lives’

Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata-based non-profit organisation UNMISH has taken such a huge step towards improving the lives of specially-abled children and young adults through a spectacular initiative in its 8th edition of POORNAM.

Toronto’s favourite summer food event, Summerlicious, returns on July 7

Toronto/IBNS: Toronto and its partners are bringing back summer food event Summerlicious 2023, to run from July 7-23, providing an annual opportunity to explore the city’s culinary landscape.

New Delhi: IGNCA to host an international seminar on Ramayana in South East Asia

New Delhi/IBNS: Ramayana is a common thread that binds India and South East Asian nations, such as Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Vietnam.

SVF Music introduces captivating track 'Palash', a tale of love

SVF Music unveiled 'Palash', a mesmerizing track that showcases their commitment to innovative and diverse music.

Kashmiri lyricist Sagar Nazir makes waves with soulful paddy harvest song, continues to champion Kashmiri language

Srinagar/IBNS: Kashmiri lyricist Sagar Nazir, known for his famous song 'Zoon Mou,' has captured the hearts of his fans once again with his latest offering, 'Boya Aamy Beri Beri Nadas,' a poignant paddy harvest song. Sung by esteemed vocalist Rashida Akther, the song has quickly amassed millions of views on social media, showcasing the enduring appeal of Nazir's compositions.

Kashmir's Amir Suhail Wani: A bridge between tradition and modernity

In the enchanting valley of Kashmir, amidst an era of frozen turbulence, Amir Suhail Wani emerges as a remarkable intellectual and writer, bridging the gap between tradition and modernity. With a diverse range of interests spanning philosophy, literature, religion, and science, Wani's pursuit of knowledge has garnered international acclaim.  

Kashmir: Teacher turned calligrapher revives ancient tradition, empowers community

Srinagar/IBNS: Shazia Anees, an English literature teacher, discovered her passion for calligraphy during the pandemic. Her profound connection with the art form and her soulful creations have captivated locals and brought new energy to this time-honored tradition.

Uttar Pradesh: Teacher's Remediation Efforts Transform under-performing students at government primary school

Gorakhpur/Uttar Pradesh: A primary school teacher in Uttar Pradesh, India, is turning around the academic performance of underprivileged students through remediation. Nirmala Singh, a mathematics and Hindi teacher at Government Primary School Khairaila, is utilizing the NIPUN scheme, launched by the Union Ministry of Education, to strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy skills among students in classes one to three.

11-Year-old Kathak dancer Anvi Nagori sets new record for 100 spins in a minute

Guwahati/Assam: Anvi Nagori, an 11-year-old Kathak dancer from Guwahati, has made history by setting a new record for performing 100 spins in a minute, as recognized by the Assam Book of Records.

Music & Beyond: Nairobi gets a chance to enjoy a fusion of Indian and African music

Nairobi/IBNS: Nairobi resident with Kolkata connections, Ananya Pal, will be presenting ‘Music & Beyond’, at the Kenyan capital on June 10 this year as her contribution towards World Music Day (observed globally on June 21).

International Performing Arts Festival to start from Mumbai this year; state governor to give away lifetime achievement award in Kolkata

Mumbai/IBNS: Well-known musician, Pandit Prodyut Mukherjee, will be the showstopper at the first leg of the International Performing Arts Festival (IPAF) Season 3 to be held in Mumbai, according to the organisation.

India to host Miss World competition for first time after 27 years

The Miss World Organization on Thursday announced that India has been chosen as the host country for the highly anticipated 71st Miss World 2023 pageant.

Social media platform Instagram users report app disruptions in several countries

Washington: Users of social media platform Instagram (owned by Meta, banned in Russia) from several countries on Friday reported hitches in the way the application works, the Down detector outage tracker said.

IIT Kanpur and Silizium Circuits jointly bag MeitY’s grant-in-aid project for Chips to Startup (C2S) program

Kanpur/IBNS: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur jointly with Silizium Circuits Private Limited has bagged a Rs 5 crore grant-in-aid project from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)’s Chips to Startup (C2S) program.

IICA and NALSAR launch 'LL.M in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Laws' programme

Hyderabad: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) in association with Hyderabad’s NALSAR University of Law, launched a new programme, LL.M in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Laws at New Delhi.

U.S. Mission in India gears up for record number of student visa applications during summer of 2023

New Delhi:  The U.S. Mission in India held its seventh annual Student Visa Day countrywide today with Consular Officers from New Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai interviewing almost 3,500 Indian student visa applicants.

Pemayangtse Monastery: A living monument of tranquility and tibetan Buddhism in Sikkim

Pelling, West Sikkim - Nestled atop a serene mountaintop in Pelling, the Pemayangtse Monastery stands as a testament to the rich legacy of Tibetan Buddhism.

Goa G.O.A.T.S and their hipster ahead-of-time cafes

Moshe Inbar of Artjuna and Mojigao and Jill Ferguson of Cafe Prana  are two foreign (read Israeli) restaurateurs in Goa who introduced the whole 'cool hipster vibe' into their restaurants decades ago with clean eating and organic cuisine. They have been living and working in India for decades and working on concepts and ideas that are truly inspirational and ahead of their time. Shikha Misra meet them in her recent visit to Goa

Arunachal's Tenzin Metoh public health consultant rides into entrepreneurship, fortifying Monpa tribe attire

Tenzin Metoh, a public health and engineering consultant in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, has embarked on a unique path. Alongside her government role, she has become the driving force behind Oro Bruk, a startup that breathes new life into the traditional clothes of her Monpa tribe, reported The Think.Co.

Airtel Business partners with Education Ministry to power India’s Ed-Tech platform – DIKSHA

Kolkata: Telecom service provider Bharti Airtel Tuesday announced it has won the Cloud and CDN mandate from the Digital India Corporation (DIC) to power DIKSHA (Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing)–India’s national platform for open education digital content.

Industry captains discuss the future of the workplace at an IBSA organised meet in Kolkata

Kolkata/IBNS: Will globalization and technological advancements bring a sea change in the workplace? What will the worker, workplace and work itself look like in the future?

MacOS Sonoma brings all‑new capabilities for elevating productivity and creativity

Apple today previewed macOS Sonoma, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, bringing a rich set of features that elevate the Mac experience. Stunning screen savers and powerful widgets unlock an entirely new way to personalise.

macOS Sonoma brings all‑new capabilities for elevating productivity and creativity

Apple today previewed macOS Sonoma, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, bringing a rich set of features that elevate the Mac experience. Stunning screen savers and powerful widgets unlock an entirely new way to personalise.

macOS Sonoma brings all‑new capabilities for elevating productivity and creativity

Apple today previewed macOS Sonoma, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, bringing a rich set of features that elevate the Mac experience. Stunning screen savers and powerful widgets unlock an entirely new way to personalise.

macOS Sonoma brings all‑new capabilities for elevating productivity and creativity

Apple today previewed macOS Sonoma, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, bringing a rich set of features that elevate the Mac experience. Stunning screen savers and powerful widgets unlock an entirely new way to personalise.

Apple: watchOS 10 updates unveiled for Apple Watch

Apple today previewed watchOS 10, bringing Apple Watch users a fresh approach to quickly view information with redesigned apps, a new Smart Stack to show relevant widgets right when they’re needed, and delightful new watch faces.

macOS Sonoma brings all‑new capabilities for elevating productivity and creativity

Apple today previewed macOS Sonoma, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, bringing a rich set of features that elevate the Mac experience. Stunning screen savers and powerful widgets unlock an entirely new way to personalise.

macOS Sonoma brings all‑new capabilities for elevating productivity and creativity

Apple today previewed macOS Sonoma, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, bringing a rich set of features that elevate the Mac experience. Stunning screen savers and powerful widgets unlock an entirely new way to personalise.

Apple announces powerful new privacy and security features

Apple on Monday announced its latest privacy and security innovations, including major updates to Safari Private Browsing, Communication Safety, and Lockdown Mode, as well as app privacy improvements.

Apple Mega Event: tvOS 17 brings FaceTime and video conferencing to the biggest screen in the home

California: Apple on Monday announced software updates coming this fall that make Apple TV 4K even more enjoyable, interactive, and fun for the whole household.