News Desk. News Nation 360: The first edition of "Glamour & Spices," a colourful Mother's Day event honouring motherhood, inclusivity, and women's empowerment, was held in Kolkata by the Kolkata Women's Business Alliance (KWBA). The community-driven event, which was organised by KWBA founder members Soma Chakraborty (Co-Founder & MD of Goodace Hospital), Piyali Goswami, Swati Das Chakraborty, Moumita Mukherjee, and Sunanda Banerjee, included two separate competitive segments
News Desk. News Nation 360: Students in Classes 6 through 9 can now register for the 7th edition of HCL Jigsaw, the company's premier student innovation platform, which is moving away from traditional quiz-based models and toward a project-based, startup-style learning competition. This year's edition, which has a ₹12 lakh prize pool, challenges student teams to assign specialised roles—like Project Lead, Technical Designer, and Creative Strategist—to solve important real-wor
News Desk. News Nation 360: The second Shubhayu Health and Wellness Dialogue session, "Is Something Stressing You Out: Building Emotional Resilience in a Fast-Paced World," was held at the Golpark office in Kolkata by the Child in Need Institute (CINI). In order to openly address the growing, frequently stigmatised mental health issues connected to academic competition, digital pressure, and career uncertainty, the event brought together a variety of professionals, volunteers
News Desk. News Nation 360: On April 17, 2026, Desun Hospital and the Election Commission of India (ECI) presented "Care Beyond Hospitals: Empowering Every Voter with Accessibility," an accessibility program, at the Press Club in Kolkata. The purpose of the event, which was organised under the ECI's Systematic Voter Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program, was to guarantee that people with mobility issues and senior citizens could exercise their right to vote in
News Desk, News Nation 360: In order to increase voter knowledge and engagement for the 2026 Legislative Assembly elections, the Election Commission of India has started a major voter outreach campaign in the Howrah district of West Bengal, utilising the well-known cartoon character Chhota Bheem. The campaign, which goes by the tagline "Chunav Ka Parv, Paschim Bengal Ka Garv," is a crucial part of the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program, w
News Desk. News Nation 360: In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for economic resilience and responsible gold consumption, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, under the leadership of Chairman M.P. Ahammad, has submitted a strategic proposal to the Government of India to revitalise the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS). The proposal highlights that Indian households hold up to 35,000 tonnes of idle gold while the country imports nearly 800 tonnes annually. It suggests that mob
News Desk. News Nation 360: In light of the tremendous global economic strain brought on by growing geopolitical dangers in West Asia and the Strait of Hormuz, recent appeals for Indian residents to prioritise local consumption and conserve fuel are strategically placed. The rupee, inflation, and foreign exchange reserves are all severely impacted by rising international pricing and skyrocketing transportation costs because India imports the great bulk of its industrial input
News Desk, News Nation 360 : SIMEST, a CDP Group firm that promotes the international expansion of Italian businesses, has signed an MoU with the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), one of India's oldest and most significant commercial associations. The agreement, signed during the Italy-India Business Forum, aims to strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries while also encouraging new bilateral investment prospects. The MoU was signed in the presence of Antonio
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world's fifth largest jewellery store and one of India's leading advocates for corporate social responsibility, has announced the expansion of its signature Hunger Free World campaign to Ethiopia. Following its transformative success in India and Zambia, the initiative is now entering its next phase of expansion across Africa. The Hunger Free World program's expansion is in line with the United Nations Sustainable Deve
News Desk. News Nation 360: The IRDAI-registered insurance broker GreenLife Insurance Broking Private Limited (GIBL) has been fully acquired by Raise Financial Services, the parent company of the stock trading platform Dhan, in an all-cash and stock deal. Raise Financial intends to invest USD 15 million in GIBL to develop a direct-to-consumer insurance distribution platform centred on deep product integration, cutting-edge technology, and a simplified customer experience afte
News Desk. News Nation 360: In order to satisfy a wide range of consumer preferences under the motto "Luxury, As It Should Be," Škoda Auto India has completely redesigned its luxury 4x4 flagship lineup for 2026, strengthening the distinction across three separate trims: Lounge, Sportline, and Selection L&K. All versions, which are assembled on the MQB37 platform in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, keep the tried-and-true 2.0-liter TSI turbo-petrol engine that produces 150 kW of po
News Desk. News Nation 360: The second Shubhayu Health and Wellness Dialogue session, "Is Something Stressing You Out: Building Emotional Resilience in a Fast-Paced World," was held at the Golpark office in Kolkata by the Child in Need Institute (CINI). In order to openly address the growing, frequently stigmatised mental health issues connected to academic competition, digital pressure, and career uncertainty, the event brought together a variety of professionals, volunteers
News Desk. News Nation 360: Ruby General Hospital and Ruby Cancer Centre in Kolkata has marked a major advancement in regenerative medicine and hemato-oncology with the inauguration of a world-class Stem Cell and Cellular Therapy Transplantation Unit (Bone Marrow Transplant Unit). Dedicated by Director Dr. Sourav Dutta, Mrs. Ruby Dutta, and Founder Chairman Dr. Kamal K. Dutta, the state-of-the-art facility is built to international standards to treat complex blood disorders l
News Desk. News Nation 360: Students in Classes 6 through 9 can now register for the 7th edition of HCL Jigsaw, the company's premier student innovation platform, which is moving away from traditional quiz-based models and toward a project-based, startup-style learning competition. This year's edition, which has a ₹12 lakh prize pool, challenges student teams to assign specialised roles—like Project Lead, Technical Designer, and Creative Strategist—to solve important real-wor
News Desk. News Nation 360: Ahead of the eagerly awaited 2025–26 Indian Super League (ISL) Kolkata Derby, United Breweries Limited (UBL), a subsidiary of the HEINEKEN Company, orchestrated an unprecedented moment in Indian sports by bringing legendary football rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC together on a single stage. In addition to showcasing Kingfisher Strong Power Soda's twin alliance with both legendary clubs to genuinely engage West Bengal's unmatched
News Desk. News Nation 360: A story that started seven years ago came to an end on the eve of the West Bengal Chief Minister's swearing-in ceremony with the release of the Bengali social drama "Porabanshi," which was directed by Shubham Das and produced by M.R.D. in collaboration with Tara Ma Motion Pictures. The film is around a young man from a marginalised community whose only friend is a flute. This choice of character evokes analogies to the Pied Piper of Hamelin because
News Desk, News Nation 360 : "ITI: The Beginning," the debut short film of renowned career counsellor and first-time director Abhishake De Sarkar, continued its incredible journey across esteemed platforms with a special screening at the 11th Bengal Short Film Festival. Along with other members of the cast and crew, renowned actresses Debleena Dutt and Biswanath Basu graced the occasion. ITI: The Beginning, the first short film by career coach turned filmmaker Abhishake De Sa
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Kartikeya Vajpai, who happens to be a novice author, recently launched his novel, The Unbecoming, at the prestigious Oxford Bookstore in Kolkata. Written by Kartikeya Vajpai and published by Penguin Random House India, The Unbecoming delves into big philosophical and spiritual questions; what can be a more relevant theme for a city that boasts about itself for its laid-back demeanour and reflective nature? He also had a casual chat with Jimmy Tang
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Dr Bhaskar Mitra's book "From Seals to Survival: Echoes of the Unspoken Crusade Against TB in India" was formally introduced by the Bengal Tuberculosis Association (BTA) in Kolkata. It provides a unique and captivating look into India's protracted and changing battle against tuberculosis. The book details the government-issued postal seals and stamps that are produced every year on October 2 to raise awareness of tuberculosis, as well as India's p
News Desk. News Nation 360: On Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 1:30 pm, Aakash Aath will air a special and emotional episode of its renowned culinary show, Radhuni, in honour of Mother's Day. The episode, which will be hosted by Bulbuli Panja and include Gita Routh as a guest, will highlight sentimental home-cooked meals and the emotional connection between food and family. Actress Sudipta Banerjee will also play a significant part in the show. According to Women's Times Magazine,
News Desk. News Nation 360: Manipal Hospitals Kolkata held a special cultural event called "Rabindra Jayanti" at the ancient Indian Museum to commemorate Rabindranath Tagore's 165th birthday. Nineteen doctors from all of the group's units—including EM Bypass, Mukundapur, Dhakuria, Salt Lake, and Broadway—performed classic pieces like "Shesher Kobita" and timeless tunes like "Pagla Hawar Badal Dine" in a rare break from their clinical responsibilities. Dr Sanjoy Basu's live pa
News Desk. News Nation 360: In order to commemorate the release of the much-awaited Vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE in Kolkata, Reliance Digital, India's top retailer of consumer electronics, teamed up with smartphone maker Vivo. The band Hooliganism, led by well-known musician Anirban Bhattacharya, performed live at the immersive event. Bhattacharya lauded the gadgets' sophisticated visual storytelling skills and revealed his love of tech shopping at Reliance Digital. Senior off
News Desk. News Nation 360: In collaboration with PayU, WhatsApp has introduced a new service that enables Indian customers to finish prepaid cell recharges for Jio, Airtel, and Vi from within the app. The feature, which allows users to top up their own numbers or those of friends and relatives without navigating between several programs, was announced in April 2026 and is currently being rolled out in phases across Android and iOS. WhatsApp has added a specific rupee (₹) ico
News Desk. News Nation 360: In honour of Akshaya Tritiya 2026, which is celebrated on April 19, Malabar Gold & Diamonds has introduced their East India-only collection, Chitrangi, throughout West Bengal, Odisha, and Jharkhand. The collection, which aims to bridge the gap between traditional temple jewellery and contemporary wearability, draws inspiration from the cultural legacy of the area and includes elements from temple carvings, alpana art, and shankh (conch) forms. Thro
News Desk, News Nation 360: The Calcutta Times Fashion Week 2026 in Kolkata had the Indian Institute of Fashion and Design (IIFD) Kolkata as the Title Partner for the event, which featured a new student display called “ROOT CODE.” This combines India’s rich cultural legacy with the world’s fashion trends. Expect to see Indo-Western styles with a touch of modernity through the use of the latest styles in clothing, including corset-style blouses, stacked jackets, and daring asy
News Desk. News Nation 360: With exceptional scores in the ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII) 2026 Board Examinations, Welham Girls' School has confirmed its tradition of academic achievement. Tehzeeb Sullar, the school captain, finished first in Class XII with a remarkable 99.25%, earning perfect ratings in Political Science and History. Yashvi Agarwal (98.25% in Science) and Kashish Chaudhary (98.75% in Accounts) were two more high achievers who contributed to the excellent
News Desk. News Nation 360: In order to provide US-accredited higher education programs within the SDSU GlobalFlex framework, JIS University has established an international academic cooperation with San Diego State University (SDSU) Global Campus, USA. This strategic partnership, which was announced in May 2026, enables students in India to access internationally recognised courses from SDSU, a well-known university within the California State University system, while still
News Desk. News Nation 360: With the opening of its first Starbucks Reserve® store in Kolkata, which doubles as the company's first rooftop location in India, TATA Starbucks has achieved two milestones. This exclusive store offers an immersive coffee experience with rare, small-lot global coffees made using artisanal techniques like syphon and Chemex. It is designed to reflect the city's artistic heritage through bronze accents and geometric patterns inspired by Bengali. The
News Desk. News Nation 360: Asparagus Catering Unit's main event, Boishakhi Adda 2026, a high-end cultural and gastronomic extravaganza held in Kolkata, was held to mark the Bengali New Year. The unit, which was founded in 2008 by Pritam Datta, an alumnus of IHM Taratala, created an evening that combined traditional Bengali flavours with international techniques. It included a remarkable buffet that included dishes such as Lotte Macher Jhuri, Rajbarir Mutton Kosha, and Daab C
News Desk. News Nation 360: The first edition of "Glamour & Spices," a colourful Mother's Day event honouring motherhood, inclusivity, and women's empowerment, was held in Kolkata by the Kolkata Women's Business Alliance (KWBA). The community-driven event, which was organised by KWBA founder members Soma Chakraborty (Co-Founder & MD of Goodace Hospital), Piyali Goswami, Swati Das Chakraborty, Moumita Mukherjee, and Sunanda Banerjee, included two separate competitive segments
News Desk. News Nation 360: Education Interface 2026 Marks Grand OpeningOn Saturday, May 16, 2026, a grand opening ceremony was held at Kolkata's Netaji Indoor Stadium to kick off Education Interface 2026, a well-known three-day career and higher education fair organised by Career Planner Edufair. The fair, which is attended by prominent academics and politicians such as Shyampukur MLA Purnima Chakraborty, Baranagar MLA Sajal Ghosh, and the Chancellors of Sister Nivedita, Ada