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: The Bharti Airtel Foundation has partnered with the CK-12 Foundation, a nonprofit organisation that operates globally, to incorporate over 45 AI-based teaching tools into TheTeacherApp. This is a free-for-life digital platform that already has over 200,000 educators as users in India. The Teacher App 2.0 was launched on February 23, 2026, in the presence of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The move is all about moving teachers from usin
News Desk, News Nation 360: Sonarpur is emerging as the new hub of digital innovation as Aadhaar India International collaborates with Chaddabesi and Senssationz to shoot three new live web series in the vertical video format. The new web series, designed specifically for the premium OTT platform Netliv in Mumbai, comprise Sanak in the Hindi language, helmed by director Piyush Chakraborty, Abyakto – The Untold in the Bengali language, helmed by director Srirup Sett, and Bisha
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 : The Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP), which has been serving the packaging and related industries nationwide for the past 60 years under the administrative control of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, is pleased to announce the National Conference on "The Future of Packaging: Innovate. Integrate. Inspire." IIP is the national apex body dedicated to raising packaging standards through education, research, testing, and con
News Desk, News Nation 360 : To emphasise the strategic and financial significance of indigenisation in India's defence sector, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) brought together defence officials, legislators, business executives, and start-ups for the ICC Defence Start Up & Autonomous Systems Summit. At the summit, which included 18 defence and drone start-up stalls, more than 170 attendees participated, including senior officials from the Eastern Naval Command. On this
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 : Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) has won a prime five-acre plot on the EM Bypass in Kolkata through e-auction conducted by WBHIDCO, marking its foray into the luxury residential segment in the city. The plot, intended for a luxury housing project, has the potential of earning the company an estimated revenue of Rs 1,650 crore. Situated in one of the most premium micro-markets in Kolkata, the plot offers easy access to key areas like Salt Lake, New
News Desk, News Nation 360 : A wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), announced the opening of Agile Trucking, a new authorised BharatBenz dealership located in Raniganj, West Burdwan district, West Bengal. The new facility demonstrates BharatBenz's dedication to serving clients in busy industrial and infrastructure corridors and is a significant step in the company's ongoing growth throughout Eastern India. Strategically located a
News Desk, News Nation 360: JITO Health, with the support of SastaSundar, launched its second outlet of an integrated healthcare facility at Lake Avenue in Kolkata on March 5, 2026. This is an expansion of the brand’s commitment to “its larger vision of making primary healthcare affordable and tech-enabled for the masses living in cities.” The outlet is “a one-stop solution where one can consult a doctor, avail diagnostic support, and procure medicines at a pharmacy with disc
News Desk, News Nation 360: The Child in Need Institute (CINI) has now launched its Shubhayu Health and Wellness Centre at its Pailan office in South Kolkata on March 5, 2026. This is in response to the rise in non-communicable diseases, fueled by rapid urbanisation, a sedentary lifestyle, and environmental factors. The Shubhayu Health and Wellness Centre has been launched by Shri Dilip Mondal, the West Bengal Minister of State for Transport, and is dedicated to preventive he
News Desk, News Nation 360 : The women counsel of the Calcutta High Court had a delightfully different Saturday away from the legal complexity and the disputes of the courtroom. The High Court Club Ground hosted the Intra Bar Women's Cricket Tournament 2026 all day long. The Bengal Riders won the championship when the "on-the-spot verdict" was rendered on the pitch. Kolkata Royals and Bengal Riders squared off in the thrilling six-over competition final. Kolkata Royals set a
News Desk, News Nation 360 : The Bengal Super League kicked off its knockout phase at the historic East Bengal Club, following the successful conclusion of a competitive and closely fought group stage. All four semi-finalists, JHR Royal City FC Malda | Murshidabad, Howrah Hooghly Warriors, Sundarban Bengal Auto FC, and North 24 Parganas FC, gathered under one roof ahead of the decisive matches. Rahul Todi, Managing Director, Shrachi Sports, stated that the end of the group st
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: Sonarpur is emerging as the new hub of digital innovation as Aadhaar India International collaborates with Chaddabesi and Senssationz to shoot three new live web series in the vertical video format. The new web series, designed specifically for the premium OTT platform Netliv in Mumbai, comprise Sanak in the Hindi language, helmed by director Piyush Chakraborty, Abyakto – The Untold in the Bengali language, helmed by director Srirup Sett, and Bisha
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: The 8th Drama Festival of Dum Dum Oichik, supported by the West Bengal Natya Academy, was held on February 21-22, 2026, at Ajitesh Mancha, Nagerbazar. The festival was formally inaugurated by the renowned critic Shri Ranjan Gangopadhyay and the veteran theatre personality Professor Kuntal Mukhopadhyay. The festival featured a mix of performances over the two days, beginning with a dance performance by Sudatta Saha. The highlights of the festival in
News Desk, News Nation 360 : A remarkable Valentine's Day celebration took place in the fifth episode of Season 2 of KCC Offstage, when STB Collective converted the evening into a captivating fusion of music, remembrance, and contemporary conscience. In front of a crowded auditorium, the two-year-old modern Bengali band proudly raised the "Housefull" banner on a stage that had previously been occupied by legends like Kabir Suman, Anjan Dutt, and Iman Chakraborty. The five-mem
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 : Projects Today strengthened India's project ecosystem by introducing an AI-Driven business opportunity platform. The new approach helps businesses engage the right projects at the right time by combining stakeholder intelligence, tenders and L1/order updates, and project lifecycle context into a single, straightforward procedure. BOQ search, sub-project tracking, visibility of the tender-to-order journey, bidder and participation insights, opportu
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: The Bharti Airtel Foundation has partnered with the CK-12 Foundation, a nonprofit organisation that operates globally, to incorporate over 45 AI-based teaching tools into TheTeacherApp. This is a free-for-life digital platform that already has over 200,000 educators as users in India. The Teacher App 2.0 was launched on February 23, 2026, in the presence of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The move is all about moving teachers from usin
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Sardar Taranjit Singh, Managing Director, JIS Group; Sardar Haranjit Singh, Joint Managing Director, JIS Group; and Sardar Simarpreet Singh, Director, JIS Group, officially opened a cutting-edge AICTE-IDEA Lab (Idea Development, Evaluation and Application Lab) at Guru Nanak Institute of Technology (GNIT), a JIS Group Educational Initiative. In addition to renowned academicians, teachers, students, and representatives from the industry, the event w
News Desk, News Nation 360 : The Astor Kolkata's Anglo-Indian Food Festival, held at its renowned restaurant Kebab-E-Que, brings to life a rich, nostalgic chapter of India's culinary past. The event, which takes place from February 20 to March 8, 2026, offers lunch and dinner options, allowing patrons to sample cuisine influenced by colonial influences, railway refreshment stations, coffee-house cooks, and beloved home-style customs. Anglo-Indian cuisine is characterised by h
News Desk, News Nation 360 : Enjoy a specially designed Bengali Culinary Journey with Fish at The Conclave Verde to honour Bengal's enduring passion for fish. The menu combines some of the most beloved fish dishes from Bengali homes, showcasing genuine tastes and traditional methods. From 16th February to 28th February 2026, from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM, the Bengali Culinary Journey With Fish, which includes Kurkure Amudi Maach Bhaja served with kasundi, Bengali Style Bhetki Ba
News Desk, News Nation 360: Dabur India has launched a dynamic campaign for their flagship brand, Réal Fruit Power, for Holi, with the tagline “Real wale rang sab pe chadh jaaye.” The campaign, which positions the beverage as your go-to hydration and energy companion, encourages consumers to unlock their true “Rangbaaz” by staying powered with fruit nutrition during the Holi celebrations. In the campaign, which features a high-energy musical video, Dabur has managed to go bey
News Desk, News Nation 360: Shyam Steel’s Macaw Paints took their experiential Holi extravaganza “Holi Ke Rang, Magic Ke Sang” across cities in Eastern India on March 5, 2026. It was a Holi blast across Kolkata, Patna, Lucknow, Varanasi, and Bhubaneshwar. Macaw Paints combined old-school Holi experiences with fresh experiences. Imagine popping darts on an interactive balloon wall to reveal the brand name or a special selfie point for Macaw Paints enthusiasts. In Kolkata, PC C