News Desk, News Nation 360: The traditional Khuti Pujo ritual, a widely anticipated cultural and religious milestone that attracted a variety of public representatives, Tollywood celebrities, and notable fine art personalities, marked the formal start of Rajdanga Amara Kojon Kalyan Samity's countdown to Durga Puja 2026. Renowned actors Bhaskar Banerjee and Argha Mukherjee, renowned painter Subrata Gangopadhyay, social worker Smt, and Sri Debasish Dhar (Hon'ble MLA of Sonarpur
News Desk, News Nation 360: To broadcast Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly radio program, "Mann Ki Baat," the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) arranged a sizable community gathering at the Keshab Chandra Sen Street area in Jorasanko, North Kolkata. The event attracted a sizable number of locals, party employees, and senior leadership. Speaking to the crowd, Jorasanko MLA Vijay Ojha stressed the need for honesty, cooperation, and humanitarian principles in creating a develope
News Desk, News Nation 360: At the first Growth Driven Family Business Conclave in Kolkata, Dr Swapan Dasgupta, the Hon'ble Finance Minister of the Government of West Bengal, presented the groundbreaking thought leadership report "The ₹134 Lakh Crore Question: How India's Family Businesses Must Move from Custodians to Creators," which was released by Primus Partners and ASSOCHAM. Primus Partners, the event's knowledge partner, emphasised that family businesses, which account
News Desk, News Nation 360: The West Bengal Budget 2026–2027 has received high praise from Laser Power & Infra, a prominent integrated manufacturer of power cables, conductors, and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) solutions. The company hailed the budget's strong emphasis on power modernisation and digital infrastructure as a major catalyst for the state's long-term economic recovery. The infrastructure major emphasised that the groundbreaking allocation for 1
News Desk, News Nation 360: The West Bengal Budget for the fiscal year 2026–2027 was warmly received by the Keventer Group, which described it as a historic structural shift toward industry revitalisation, aggressive investment, and the creation of long-term jobs. The regional food and FMCG conglomerate praised the proactive economic vision presented by Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari and Finance Minister Shri Swapan Dasgupta in the new administration's historic first fu
News Desk, News Nation 360: The West Bengal Budget for the fiscal year 2026–2027, which was presented yesterday, June 22, 2026, has received great praise from the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), which describes it as a very practical, balanced, and growth-oriented plan that skilfully blends aggressive industrialisation with grassroots development. The top industry body congratulated Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta on the presentation of
News Desk, News Nation 360: Today, the Society for the Welfare of West Bengal Foreign Liquor Licences held a press conference to present the Government of West Bengal with a comprehensive set of policy recommendations. They advocated for structural reforms to enhance the ease of doing business and establish a sustainable operating environment for licensed Foreign Liquor (FL) shops throughout the state. The Society, which represents over 1,000 licensed FL retailers in both urb
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: A real-time, cross-border digital payment linkage between India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Nepal's National Payments Interface (NPI) has been formally launched by NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international division of the National Payments Corporation of India, in collaboration with Nepal Clearing House Ltd. (NCHL). The interoperable corridor, which enables smooth person-to-person (P2P) remittances, is now operational
News Desk. News Nation 360: The state-owned Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) and Jindal India Power Limited, a division of the BC Jindal Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to purchase 8 lakh metric tonnes of premium coal from the Naini coal mine. SCCL, which is jointly owned by the governments of Telangana and India, will supply the fuel to improve the long-term energy security and operational effectiveness of Jindal's 1,200 MW power plant in De
News Desk. News Nation 360: During a cultural event at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Dr Sohini Sastri, a well-known astrologer, philanthropist, and spiritual advisor, had the honour of presenting her most recent book, The Seven Chakras & Mantras - Unlocking the Energy Within for Soul Healing and Life Balance, to the Hon'ble President of India, Droupadi Murmu. It was Dr Sastri's fourth official encounter with the President, who gave her formal blessings for her future endeavours and com
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 June 25, 2026, the historic Cholmondeley Room and Terrace inside the House of Lords at the UK Parliament in London hosted the third edition of the Bengal British Icon Awards 2026, which was organised by Candid Communication UK and presented by The Rt Hon Baroness Manzila Uddin. The prestigious awards ceremony, which is a part of the larger London Mahotsav, honoured exceptional people and organisations from the global South Asian diaspora, with a
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: At the first Growth Driven Family Business Conclave in Kolkata, Dr Swapan Dasgupta, the Hon'ble Finance Minister of the Government of West Bengal, presented the groundbreaking thought leadership report "The ₹134 Lakh Crore Question: How India's Family Businesses Must Move from Custodians to Creators," which was released by Primus Partners and ASSOCHAM. Primus Partners, the event's knowledge partner, emphasised that family businesses, which account
News Desk, News Nation 360: In order to celebrate everyday elegance and sun-ready confidence for the modern Indian lady, Mia by Tanishq and Lakmē have established a ground-breaking, first-of-its-kind strategic partnership that combines fine jewellery with contemporary cosmetics. The cross-industry collaboration clearly unites Mia's lightweight Sunkissed Collection with the skin-hydrating Lakmē 9to5 Hya Beach Edit product line, based on a strong, shared consumer insight that t
News Desk, News Nation 360: "Tigers' Pitch," Bengal's first-ever entrepreneurship reality television program, was formally launched by the Rajiva Sinha Foundation to identify, mentor, and give mainstream capital attention to promising business founders around the state. The nine-episode primetime business series, hosted by well-known actor and director Parambrata Chattopadhyay, was unveiled alongside a prominent advisory panel that included Ambuja Neotia Group Chairman Harshv
News Desk, News Nation 360: Jupiter International Limited, a prominent solar cell manufacturer with headquarters in Kolkata, has formally opened its state-of-the-art Unit IV at its Baddi manufacturing campus in Himachal Pradesh, adding 1.25 GW of high-efficiency TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) solar cell production capacity. At a time when next-generation TOPCon modules are quickly emerging as India's primary procurement benchmark, this historic commissioning success
News Desk, News Nation 360: With a peak interest rate of 7.95% annually for elderly citizens, Bandhan Bank has formally announced an increase in its retail domestic fixed deposit (FD) interest rates of up to 20 basis points. This highest-yielding group will target a term of two to less than three years starting on June 20, 2026. During the same period, general, non-senior depositors will receive a very competitive 7.45%. The private sector lender is providing an alluring indu
News Desk, News Nation 360: On Saturday, June 27, 2026, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, a division of the Manipal Hospitals Group, hosted the "BMT Warriors Meet 2026," which brought together more than fifteen bone marrow transplant (BMT) survivors, carers, and top medical professionals to commemorate inspirational recovery journeys and raise vital clinical awareness about haematological malignancies. Senior leadership, including Regional Director Dr Ayanabh Debgupta, Cluster Dire
News Desk, News Nation 360: Under its main fundraising campaign, the Pritam LIONATHON, the Lions Club of Kolkata Grand has successfully opened state-of-the-art paediatric healthcare facilities at the Children's Department of the Saroj Gupta Cancer Centre & Research Institute (SGCCRI) in Thakurpukur, Kolkata. A specialised 21-bed General Ward and a 6-bed fully automated electric Intensive Critical Care Unit (ICCU) are part of the newly renovated infrastructure, which is commit
News Desk, News Nation 360: As a key highlight of the esteemed East India Fertility Conclave, INSPIRE 2026, Desun Hospital, Kolkata, in partnership with ISAR Bengal, successfully arranged a top National-Level Master Class on Hysteroscopy on Friday, June 26, 2026. Leading gynaecologists, reproductive specialists, and medical students from all around the nation came together for the live Continuing Medical Education (CME) workshop to close the knowledge gap between theory and p
News Desk, News Nation 360: Just one week after surviving a devastating car accident, Shrishti Dubey, an 18-year-old NEET candidate from Liluah, Howrah, was able to pass her high-stakes NEET UG exam on Sunday, June 21, 2026, thanks to ILS Hospitals, Dum Dum. Nine broken ribs, a ruptured left lung, a severed left major bronchus windpipe, a shattered shoulder, and serious facial trauma were among the medical aspirant's potentially fatal injuries when he was hit by a speeding he
News Desk, News Nation 360: At its State Conference in West Bengal, the All Bengal Private Nursing Homes & Hospital Owners Association (PNHOA) outlined a comprehensive plan to improve regional healthcare delivery, with a primary focus on successfully implementing Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), the Central Government's flagship public health insurance scheme. The conference, which was attended by a distinguished group of medical stakeholders, ho
News Desk, News Nation 360: On Friday, June 19, 2026, ICC Chairman Jay Shah met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to discuss a detailed plan for the growth of cricket in the island nation. Shah shared the update on X (formerly Twitter), emphasising that the main goals of the high-level discussions were to scale grassroots and youth development programs, establish strong competitive pathways for up-and-coming players, and use the sport as a vehicle for macroec
News Desk, News Nation 360: With a colourful concluding ceremony held at the Shibpur Police Lines boxing arena in Howrah, the two-day Sub-Junior Boys and Girls State Boxing Championship 2026 marked a significant turning point for the state's grassroots sports growth. More than 100 incredibly gifted young fighters from 12 districts in West Bengal participated in the intense competition, which was organised by the West Bengal Progressive Boxing Association. Over the course of t
News Desk, News Nation 360: After the FIFA World Cup 2026's big kickoff on June 11, 2026, Zed Bangla Cinema has formally become the broadcast partner for West Bengal football fans, bringing the live action straight to local homes. The station is providing specialised Bengali commentary throughout the whole competition, from the early group stages to the crucial knockout stages, in recognition of how deeply ingrained football is in the state's culture and collective passion. E
News Desk, News Nation 360: ZEE5 has formally commenced its top-notch digital streaming coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, providing millions of Indian football fans with live matches, in-depth highlights, and exclusive supplemental content. Today, June 11, 2026, the platform's multi-device, seamless broadcasting project launches, marking a huge extension of its premium sports portfolio and providing an immersive and accessible viewing experience geared to the massive scale
News Desk. News Nation 360: The "Bulls Eye Rifle Shooting Arena," a state-of-the-art 10-meter air rifle and pistol shooting arena, created to give prospective athletes organised coaching and top-notch facilities, has been formally opened by Hindusthan Club. Prominent dignitaries and club officials, such as Solomon Nesakumar, IPS Additional Commissioner of Police, Kolkata; Deb Kumar Samanta, Secretary General of the West Bengal Rifle Association; Sanjay Goenka, President of th
News Desk, News Nation 360 : The teaser for Bangla ZEE5's stunning action drama TAARKATA was published digitally today, generating excitement among fans. The online series skilfully combines action, mystery, dark comedy, and psychological intrigue. The trailer showcases a complex story about crime, revenge, and hidden truths. It highlights characters whose lives are deeply connected to their past actions. The series is named Taarkata, and it is directed by Samik Roy Chowdhury
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 : 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 Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 1:30 PM, Aakash Aath will air a highly anticipated festive special edition of its iconic cooking show, "Radhuni," to commemorate the traditional festival of Jamai Sasthi. Sujaynil Bandopadhyay and his mother-in-law, Mandira Nandan, will be special guests on the celebratory matinee broadcast, which is hosted by well-known actress Sudipta Banerjee. They will share the screen to prepare a signature, heritage recipe while
News Desk, News Nation 360: On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, Platform 8, a top regional OTT platform under the Aakash Aath network, formally debuted its eagerly awaited seven-episode original dark comedy-drama series, "Swargarath Sargaram." Lokenath Dey (as the main character Balahari), Pradip Dhar (as Dhananjay Bata), Taranga Sarkar (as Jibon), Durbar Sharma (as Rashik), Pushan Dasgupta (as Monta), Buddhadeb Bhattacharya (as Pradhan), and Arshiya Mukherjee (as Parul) are among t
News Desk, News Nation 360: Today, Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Star Jalsha, in collaboration with Bengal Talkies, formally debuted its moving new daily drama serial, "Kumkum." The story revolves around the resilient journey of Kumkum (played by Anushka), a young widow and creative prodigy who actively challenges domestic oppression and ingrained societal prejudices by using her exceptional craftsmanship to create avant-garde shoe designs. She also harbours the audac
News Desk, News Nation 360: "Blenders Pride Reserved Experiences," a developing national cultural platform designed to elevate flavour into a luxurious, multisensory experience, was introduced by Blenders Pride Packaged Drinking Water. By translating the depth and complexity of flavour into multi-dimensional expressions that can be seen, heard, felt, and experienced beyond the traditional palate, the initiative, which is based on the core design thesis of "Reserved in Every S
News Desk, News Nation 360: The cast and crew of Bangla ZEE5's upcoming original action thriller "TAARKATA" gathered for a promotional event where the show's characteristic song, "Bheshe Jaai," was formally unveiled. Soumit Deb wrote and composed the song, which is designed to encapsulate the series' central emotional pulse. Kuntal De, who also shares lead vocal honours with Koushik Chakraborty, handled the musical production, programming, arrangements, and guitar tracking. G
News Desk, News Nation 360: In order to greatly increase passenger survival rates during vehicle submersion and severe flash floods throughout urban India, SSN College of Engineering has developed a ground-breaking automotive safety mechanism called "Improved Escape Worthiness of Car Occupants Under Drowning Environment." Associate Professor Dr. S. Suresh Kumar and student researchers B. Vishal and Neil Ashwin Raj created this mechanism. The cutting-edge solution directly fix
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: Pitch To Get Rich Season 2, India's top fashion-focused business reality show, is now accepting registrations worldwide. The Fashion Entrepreneur Fund (FEF), a powerful venture studio supported by Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Karan Johar, as well as a stellar board of business titans that includes Ravi Jaipuria, Naveen Jindal, Gaurav Dalmia, Sonali Dugar, Manju Yagnik, and FEF Chairman Vagish Pathak. With a large investment commitment of Rs 100
News Desk, News Nation 360: Award-winning celebrity fashion designer Jaya Misra, founder and creative director of JAYA MISRA INDIA, made an official presence on the esteemed Cannes International Red Carpet 2026, marking a significant turning point in her remarkable 20-year fashion career. Misra, who is well-known for her ability to successfully combine traditional Indian craftsmanship with modern couture, showcased an eye-catching, contemporary take on the traditional saree,
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: The top edtech startup in India, NxtWave, has announced a historic partnership with IIT Kharagpur that will give students enrolled in its 2026 NxtWave Intensive Advanced Technology (NIAT) upskilling program direct access to credit-bearing micro-specialisation courses offered through the IIT Kharagpur Outreach Course Network (OCN), a flagship Platinum Jubilee initiative. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which was signed in front of a distingui
News Desk, News Nation 360: SPK Jain Futuristic Academy in Newtown, Kolkata, celebrated its Foundation Day with a grand, student-centric showcase that integrated its popular in-house cultural platform, ‘JFA Got Talent’, into the milestone festivities. Spearheaded by the school's founding body, the Shree Shwetambar Sthanakvasi Jain Sabha, the vibrant campus event brought together students from Grades 4 to 11 to display their talent, discipline, and creative expression through
News Desk, News Nation 360: On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, marked the formal commencement of Eastern India's biggest two-day educational summit, JIS Education Expo 2026, which aims to provide students and guardians with individualised career pathways and future-ready academic options. A distinguished group of dignitaries, including West Bengal BJP President Shri Samik Bhattacharya, renowned Indian actor Shri Sabyasachi Chakraborty, legendary former Brazilian football player José
News Desk, News Nation 360: On Saturday, June 20, 2026, World Peace University (WPU) Goa held its Open House, bringing together educators, parents, and prospective students to discuss how higher education is changing in a time of tremendous technological advancement and artificial intelligence. WPU Goa's transdisciplinary educational paradigm, which aims to go beyond the conventional academic cycle of preparing students only for their first job and instead focuses on developi
News Desk, News Nation 360: In honour of yet another year of outstanding academic achievement, South City International School proudly celebrated the ICSE & ISC 2026 Toppers' Felicitation Ceremony in its school auditorium. The institution recognised an outstanding group of high performers, including 8 ISC toppers, 17 ICSE toppers, 1 CIE topper, and 1 NIOS topper, reaffirming its dedication to holistic growth and academic success. Students, parents, and the school community ca
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Give the son-in-laws a delectable and enjoyable dining experience during Jamai Shashti, organised by reputable IHCL hotels. At Kolkata's Taj Bengal, enjoy Jamai Shashti in all its splendour. Savour a range of traditional delicacies and feel the warmth of the celebration. On June 20, 2026, from 12.30 PM to 3.45 PM, celebrate Jamai Shashti with a Bengali-themed brunch at Cal 27. Brunch (with mocktails) costs INR 2750 plus taxes per person, while bru
News Desk, News Nation 360: To commemorate the ancient Jamai Sasthi holiday, Kolkata's top hospitality firms are offering a variety of carefully chosen gastronomic experiences. A variety of immersive offerings, such as multi-course traditional Bengali thalis, large festive buffets, and heritage-themed riverside dining experiences filled with live cultural entertainment, will be available during the upcoming seasonal rollouts, which are designed to celebrate the special bond b
News Desk, News Nation 360: In an effort to improve Park Street's dining scene, Sameera Hossain, an entrepreneur and restaurateur, developed Gazeboo Restaurant and SRK Fusion Café. The "Gazeboo Grab Deals," which provide a flat 20% discount on the whole menu, including its famous Royal Mandi, biryanis, and kebabs, have been presented by Gazeboo Restaurant. Additionally, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, the restaurant is running a Buy 1 Get 1 Free sale on mocktai
News Desk. News Nation 360: In its most recent IPL-focused campaign, "Kya Kha Ke Aaya Hai?," ITC's Aashirvaad Atta has transformed a common Indian idiom into a potent cultural signal to redefine protein consumption as a simple, everyday family habit rather than a specialised requirement for athletes. The high-energy campaign video has a humorous twist in which a huge, towering cricket six asks the famous question, only to learn that roti—a basic, well-known staple—is the key
News Desk. News Nation 360: With the introduction of the Sunfeast Breakfast Smoothie, a first-of-its-kind ready-to-drink breakfast companion priced at ₹45 for a 160ml box, ITC Foods has announced its foray into the growing on-the-go beverage market. The smoothie, which was created to meet the changing lifestyle demands of Gen Z and contemporary customers, has no added sugar, artificial flavours, or preservatives and provides 6g of protein per serving from a healthy combinatio
News Desk, News Nation 360: The traditional Khuti Pujo ritual, a widely anticipated cultural and religious milestone that attracted a variety of public representatives, Tollywood celebrities, and notable fine art personalities, marked the formal start of Rajdanga Amara Kojon Kalyan Samity's countdown to Durga Puja 2026. Renowned actors Bhaskar Banerjee and Argha Mukherjee, renowned painter Subrata Gangopadhyay, social worker Smt, and Sri Debasish Dhar (Hon'ble MLA of Sonarpur
News Desk, News Nation 360: To broadcast Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly radio program, "Mann Ki Baat," the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) arranged a sizable community gathering at the Keshab Chandra Sen Street area in Jorasanko, North Kolkata. The event attracted a sizable number of locals, party employees, and senior leadership. Speaking to the crowd, Jorasanko MLA Vijay Ojha stressed the need for honesty, cooperation, and humanitarian principles in creating a develope
News Desk, News Nation 360: To commemorate the lasting legacy of one of India's greatest architectural visionaries, Ambuja Neotia Group, in collaboration with The Charles Correa Foundation, held the 9th edition of the esteemed Charles Correa Memorial Lecture at the Royal Bengal Room, City Centre Salt Lake in Kolkata. This event brought together a significant group of architects, urban planners, and design students. Ambuja Neotia Group Chairman Harshavardhan Neotia, along with
News Desk, News Nation 360: The West Bengal Budget 2026–2027, which was presented by Finance Minister Dr Swapan Dasgupta, has received high praise from Shyam Steel Group Director Shri Lalit Beriwala, who calls it the best budget ever given in the state's post-independence history and a clear departure from previous economic strategies. Beriwala pointed out that the progressive policy will significantly expedite new manufacturing investments and establish West Bengal as a prem
News Desk, News Nation 360: At the Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC), Prantakatha presented a stirring Pride Month dance-theatre event called "Samaaj," which transformed personal stories into a personal creative conversation on memory, grief, resiliency, and healing within LGBT lived experiences. A distinguished group of dignitaries and activists, including Bernard Lynch, the Australian consul general in Kolkata; Dr Santosh Giri, the director of Kolkata Rista; renowned film