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 : Recently, Jayant Chaudhary, the Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, visited CSTARI Kolkata to assess the ongoing academic reforms and the expansion of infrastructural facilities. He also reviewed the activities of CSTARI in the development of industry-specific curricula related to the flagship programs of CTS and CITS. He emphasised the need for the integration of the basic curriculum of AI for every learner. Among
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Recently, the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, the largest running festival in West Bengal and the first World Athletics Gold Label 25K in history, marked a significant milestone. Over 23,000 runners gathered at the famous Red Road for the race's historic tenth edition, bringing them together in the spirit of social responsibility, communal welfare, and athletic achievement #ADecadeofDifference. The Tata Steel World 25K in Kolkata has become a real p
News Desk, News Nation 360 : To stop the sale of fake Goodknight LV products in the area, West Bengal Police and Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL), the firm that makes Goodknight, India's top household insecticide brand, conducted searches in Kolkata and South 24 Parganas. The raids, which were conducted with assistance from GCPL's investigative division, are an important step in halting the market's proliferation of counterfeit mosquito repellent goods. The local police an
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: On April 20, 2026, Bank of India (BOI), a prominent public sector bank, held a "Cyber Fraud Awareness Programme" at the CRPF Headquarters in New Delhi with the express purpose of equipping CRPF troops against sophisticated financial schemes. The conference, which was chaired by Shri D.S. Negi, DIG (Admn) of the CRPF, and attended by BOI General Manager Sh. Vasudev focused on the particular vulnerabilities of employees who frequently handle their ac
News Desk, News Nation 360: Prof. Yashwant Gupta, a distinguished astrophysicist and the head of the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA-TIFR) in Pune, was conferred the MP Birla Memorial Award for 2025 on March 13, 2026. The event was held at the MP Birla Planetarium in Kolkata. There was a special connection for Prof. Gupta, a distinguished astrophysicist and the head of the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA-TIFR) in Pune, as his interest in the univers
News Desk, News Nation 360: M.P. Ahammad, the chairman of the business house Malabar Group, was awarded the prestigious Business Bhushan Award at the Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards 2026. The awards ceremony took place on March 11, 2026, under the Gateway of India in Mumbai. The award was for his forward-thinking leadership skills that have enabled the business house to grow to be the fifth-largest jewellery retailer globally and the largest of Indian origin. The awa
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 : Over 40 Australian firms will showcase Australia's global leadership position in Mining Equipment, Technology, and Services (METS) at the 11th International Mining, Equipment, and Minerals Exhibition (IME) 2025 in Kolkata from October 30 to November 2, 2025. The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) is coordinating the Australian participation in collaboration with Invest and Trade Western Australia, Investment New South Wales, Tra
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: "Weather 365," a new super-premium, water-repellent cement brand designed especially for the retail markets of West Bengal and Bihar, has been introduced by Dalmia Bharat Cement. This high-performance solution uses exclusive uniform water-repellent technology to provide end-to-end moisture protection for roofs, columns, and foundations in order to combat the extreme humidity and protracted monsoons of Eastern India. The cement guarantees long-lasti
News Desk. News Nation 360: The Travel Agents Association of Bengal (TAAB) has resolved a prolonged management crisis following a landmark Calcutta High Court intervention, which mandated a fresh election conducted under the supervision of Joint Special Officers Biswa Brata Basumallick and Ritzu Ghoshal. Held on May 9, 2026, with a high voter turnout of 79%, the election saw 12 positions filled uncontested, while competitive voting decided five key roles, including the Presid
News Desk. News Nation 360: The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI), in partnership with Reelo, will host a dedicated Learning & Development (L&D) session titled ‘Stop Renting Customers: Build Growth Beyond Discounts & Aggregators’ on May 14, 2026, in Kolkata. Addressing the industry's increasing dependence on third-party platforms and the margin pressures of discount-led growth, the event focuses on transitioning toward sustainable business models rooted in custo
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: In addition to commemorating 56 years of academic success, St. Augustine's Day School announced that it would be moving to a new, conveniently located campus at 40A, J.C. Bose Road, Kolkata. The school, which is affiliated with the CISCE board up to Class XII, is renowned for fusing inclusive, value-based learning with academic rigour. Principal Dr. Richard Gasper claims that the school consistently works to improve academic standards in a nurturin
News Desk. News Nation 360: By successfully executing a life-saving Balloon Mitral Valvotomy (BMV) on a 26-year-old pregnant woman bearing twins, Manipal Hospitals EM Bypass in Kolkata has reached a significant milestone in maternal-fetal interventional cardiology. At 24 weeks of pregnancy, Rojee Kumari, a patient from Bhagalpur, arrived in critical condition. She had NYHA Class IV heart failure, which is the most severe level, along with severe pulmonary hypertension and cri
News Desk. News Nation 360: In honour of National Technology Day, Manipal Hospitals East hosted Robotic Summit 2026, solidifying its status as the largest robotic hospital network in Eastern India with over 3,000 successful surgeries carried out across more than ten specialities. The summit, which featured renowned specialists like Drs. Sushmita Mitra, Dr Kunal Sarkar, and Dr Vikash Kapoor, demonstrated how robotic-assisted technology enables improved precision, minimally inv
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: Merlin Group’s Club Pavilion registered a dominant 6-0 victory over North Kolkata in the IFA State Youth League tournament for the Under-13 category, playing the match at the R10 Football Playground within the Merlin Rise sports-integrated township. Organised by the Indian Football Association to nurture grassroots talent across West Bengal through structured professional pathways, the massive 2025–26 edition of the tournament features 18 teams in
News Desk. News Nation 360: The “De Hearts Championship 2026,” organised by the Mohun Bagan fan collective Mariners De Hearts, took place on May 10, 2026, at the Belgharia Lake View Turf, beginning with a cultural dance to commemorate Pachishe Baishakh. The event saw the participation of notable figures, including Mohun Bagan Executive Committee member Sanjay Ghosh and Bengal Women’s Handball coach Shubhadip Bhattacharya, who also competed in the tournament. In a poignant tri
News Desk. News Nation 360: Today, May 6, 2026, the IFA State Youth League's Under-13 division continued at Merlin Rise's R10 Football Ground in Kolkata. The Merlin Group's home team, Club Pavilion 1, drew 1-1 with Sonarpur Dynamic in a hotly contested game. Through organised play in the Under-13, Under-15, and Under-17 age groups, this grassroots developmental competition, approved by the Indian Football Association (IFA), aims to find and develop young talent in West Bengal
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 : Recently, Chabi Films produced and Pabitra Goswami directed the political satire, Bhoot Ji Kar. The "witch queen" and her network of political ghosts who dominate the system through corruption and threat culture are at the focus of this allegorical investigation of contemporary societal decay, which employs a cast of theatre-trained actors. The story has a strong contemporary connection; in particular, it reflects the widespread unrest and judicia
News Desk, News Nation 360 : The complete list of nominees in 31 categories for the forthcoming Chetak Screen Awards ceremony on April 5, which honours the best of Hindi cinema and over-the-top content from 2025, has been released by the Indian Express Group's Screen Academy. With 24 nominations, Aditya Dhar's spy thriller Dhurandhar had the most, followed by Mohit Suri's Saiyaara with 17 and Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound with 15. The nominees, which cover both OTT and theatrica
News Desk, News Nation 360: The team behind the folkloric horror thriller *Charak: Fair of Faith* arrived in Kolkata on March 5, 2026, before the movie's release the following day across the country. The movie, produced by Sudipto Sen of *The Kerala Story* fame, is a directorial venture by Shieladitya Moulik that explores the spooky aspects of the ancient festival of Charak and the thin line that divides faith from the occult. The movie, released by PEN Studios in association
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 : With the release of BITTERSWEET, a first poetry collection by 16-year-old poet Sama Abedin, the literary world witnessed a profoundly poignant and refreshingly honest moment. It signalled the entrance of a young voice that dared to express emotion without limitation or pretence. Held in the respected presence of Seema Sapru, Principal of The Heritage School, together with renowned poets, educators and literary enthusiasts, the event celebrated not
News Desk, News Nation 360 : "Swarna Kishore," the third book written by author and headmaster of Laban Hrad Vidyapith, Sajal Kanti Mondal, was officially launched at Stall No. 153 of the 49th International Kolkata Book Fair. Satinath Mukhopadhyay, the legendary voice of Indian news from Doordarshan's heyday, and renowned journalist Rantidev Sengupta graced the inaugural ceremony. This book is the first in a planned series published by Sandhya Prakashan; additional volumes ar
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Sampriti Mahajan is a 14-year-old girl from Naxalbari. She sings her heart out in addition to writing. For her, writing is an emotion as well as a career. She takes great pleasure in writing. Her first work is titled His Childhood Sweetheart. It has 295 pages. This novel tells the story of two childhood best friends who went to study abroad after being split up due to academic pressure. Years later, when they return, they look for each other, and
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: On April 21, 2026, Tulir Taane, a dance and music academy close to Kasba, South Kolkata, successfully held its 26th annual cultural event at Madhusudan Mancha. The event, which brought together mainstream kids and children with special needs on the same stage under the theme of "Samanway" (Harmony), included a potent blend of inclusivity. A student of Pt. Birju Maharaj and Guru Kelucharan Mahapatra, founder and principal, Dr Nupur Mukherjee spearhe
News Desk. News Nation 360: On May 2, 2026, at 6:00 PM, Gyan Manch in Kolkata will host The Farewell Letter, a dramatised English reading of Rabindranath Tagore's classic work Sesher Kobita. The production, which is presented by Two Dots Entertainment and SPC Kraft, is directed by seasoned actor Sohag Sen and conceived by Sujoy Prasad Chatterjee. The performance challenges conventional cultural conceptions of love and marriage by examining the intellectual and emotional subtl
News Desk, News Nation 360: A new chapter in Brainware University's cultural calendar began in April 2026 with the successful conclusion of its three-day mega talent hunt, "Brainware's Got Talent." The event, which had a three-day schedule with music on the first day, dance on the second, and a high-profile fashion show on the third, was intended to highlight student ingenuity in a variety of artistic fields. A distinguished team of celebrities judged the competition; Sukanta
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: The Kolkata-based Shyam Metalics and Energy Limited (SMEL) has announced a strategic extension of its manufacturing capacity at the Pakuria facility in West Bengal. The company successfully commissioned and started commercial production from two new Annealing Furnaces with 25 MT and 30 MT annual capacities on April 21, 2026. By streamlining the annealing process, these changes are intended to increase production efficiency and guarantee consistent
News Desk. News Nation 360: In its most recent study report, "Building Trust in a World of Deception," Experian and Forrester Consulting found a substantial discrepancy between the increasing sophistication of fraud and Indian companies' defensive capacities. According to the report, which is based on a review of almost 1,000 senior fraud leaders worldwide, 69% of Indian organisations acknowledge that their present technology is unable to thwart rapidly emerging risks, especi
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Godrej Agrovet Limited has launched a new range of innovative multi-crop insecticides, christened TAKAI, containing powerful Cyclapryn™ technology by ISK Japan, to effectively tackle Lepidopteran insects such as Caterpillars. In West Bengal, Rice Stem Borers and Leaf Folders can result in a 40% loss of crop yield. TAKAI stops insect feeding and provides long-lasting protection. TAKAI has already received approval for Rice, Maize, Chickpea, and Soy
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: Campus Activewear has launched a compelling cinematic ad for International Women’s Day 2026, featuring cultural icon Zeenat Aman as part of its 'You Go Girl' initiative. The movie takes a different turn, moving away from fame and fortune to choices and freedom, enabling women to move forward without needing to seek permission. The celebrated actress, who has made her mark by breaking norms, is a symbol of every woman who is writing her own story, d
News Desk, News Nation 360: Malabar Gold & Diamonds is launching a new range called ZOUL, which is a modern interpretation of light fine jewellery designed for the modern woman's presence. Designed in 14K and 18K Gold and adorned with natural diamonds, ZOUL is all about minimalist fine jewellery pieces that are comfortable and elegant. Not meant for just formal events, ZOUL is designed for a woman on the go, suitable for office wear as well as for a night out. According to M.
News Desk, News Nation 360 : The biggest jewellery retailer in India, Tanishq, a division of the Tata family, threw an exclusive, invite-only event at Westside Pavilion for its esteemed clientele that featured the city's most renowned natural diamond collections. The event, which was part of a small number of private gatherings in strategic cities, was intended to celebrate Tanishq's modern design philosophy and craftsmanship while enhancing consumer understanding of natural
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: August 2026 will see the start of the first academic year at Bengaluru's Ramaiah Institute of Science and Management (RISM), a new deemed-to-be institution founded by the Gokula Education Foundation (Medical) in collaboration with the institution at Albany (SUNY). Undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, business, and science will be offered by RISM, which is envisioned as a next-generation STEM and management university. Init
News Desk. News Nation 360: The Apple AI Innovation Center, a cutting-edge facility devoted to improving artificial intelligence research and immersive learning, has opened at Narula Institute of Technology (NiT), a prestigious JIS Group educational project in Kolkata. The center, which was formally opened in April 2026 (after the institute's historic AI Utkarsh 2026 conference), is intended to give students practical experience with machine learning, deep learning, and intel
News Desk. News Nation 360: Dabur India Ltd. has started its enormous "Hajmola Masti ki Pathshala" campaign, a school outreach initiative aimed at encouraging children's physical exercise and overall well-being. Vipul Agarwal, the Brand Activation Manager, attended the initiative's launch in Kolkata at East Point School in Ichapur. It is scheduled to spread throughout 20 major cities in Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, with a target of 550 schools and more than 2.5 lakh childre
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: Until April 30, 2026, Maple, The Conclave Verde, situated in the Upohar complex at Chak Garia, Kolkata, is holding "The Pasta & Risotto Affair," a specially designed à la carte festival that is open every day from 12:00 PM to 10:45 PM. Rich pasta dishes like Arrabiata Orzo with Pesto Bread and Spinach & Ricotta Open Faced Ravioli coexist with decadent non-vegetarian options like Lamb Lasagne Verde and Vermicelli Alla Borbonica with Chicken at this
News Desk. News Nation 360 : With delectable meals and the sense of community, Poila Boishakh unites families in joyful celebration. As people greet each other with a happy and hopeful new year, it signifies the start of the Bengali New Year. The city's IHCL hotels have put up a bouquet of exclusive deals this year that showcase traditional Bengali culture. With a wonderful display of traditional tastes, this Poila Boishakh, Taj Bengal Kolkata, offers the cosiness of fresh st
News Desk, News Nation 360: On April 15, 2026, The Astor in Kolkata will celebrate the Bengali New Year with "Boisakhi Bhuribhoj," a sumptuous holiday buffet that costs Rs. 1599 plus taxes (without alcohol) and Rs. 2599 plus taxes (with alcohol). Under the direction of General Manager Amit Kobat, the menu, which features seasonal coolers like Kancha Aam-er Panna and appetisers like Birbhoom-er Mochar Cutlet and Bhetki Macher Croquettes is a nostalgic homage to Bengal's tradit
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
News Desk. News Nation 360: Amazing! Through a disruptive, influencer-led campaign called #EndOfDebate, Wow! Momo has introduced the "World's Crispiest Fries," which are intended to address the frequent customer annoyance of fries getting soggy rapidly. Instead of using traditional promotion, the company held a large validation challenge in four cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Almost 1,500 participants, including macro and micro-influencers, tested the fries ag
News Desk. News Nation 360: In the Jagacha neighbourhood of Howrah, the Kalyani Roy Memorial Trust and the Unshani Yubak Brinda Club carried out a major social project on Mother's Day 2026 by giving new clothing to almost 500 impoverished people. The program, which was organised by Subrata Roy in remembrance of his mother, took place in conjunction with the local devotion of Sri Sri Rakshakali Mata and Sri Sri Baba Panchananda, turning a day of private sentiment into a powerf
News Desk. News Nation 360: In honour of Mother's Day 2026, Orko's Restaurant and Lounge at City Centre 1, in partnership with Regenta Orko's Hotel in Kasba, hosted a special culinary event that featured ten distinguished women chosen from all around Kolkata for their signature family dishes. Under the direction of Corporate General Manager Kaushik Sengupta, this program moves these mothers from their home kitchens to a professional setting where their "Mother’s Table Menu" w