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CONVERSATION: Indian firms are seeking French-proficient engineers, says Alliance Francaise du Bengale head Nicolas Facino

Alliance Française du Bengale (AFB), the French educational and cultural institution in Kolkata which is part of an international network that works under the triple umbrella of ...

Classical Khon masked dance drama of Thailand mesmerises Kolkata

Kolkata: Bathed in moonlight, the resplendent marble edifice stood like a mute witness to the passage of time, watching the scene unfolding around it, just as it has watched for well o ...

World Environment Day: Slowly but steadily Indian tourist destinations are working to combat the rise in plastic pollution

As the World Environment Day (steered by the United Nations Environment Programme or UNEP), observed across the globe on June 5, enters its 50th year, we are faced with the indomitable ...

Summer Holidays: Five offbeat hill destinations in India

As the summer holidays begin in schools and colleges, there is a rush for the hills. Resulting in popular places such as Darjeeling, Shimla, Mussoorie, etc. bursting at the seams. So w ...

Did you know about these five little known UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India?

April 18 is observed as International Day for Monuments and Sites. It is also referred to as World Heritage Day. On this occasion we bring you five of the lesser known Indian sites ins ...

Chicago, with its glittering riverfront, soaring towers, iconic bridges, and thriving art and culture scene, never ceases to amaze. Each visit reveals something new, yet also deepens a familiar affection — a city that grows on me every time I return.


Stylish, contemporary and luxurious with sprawling rooms and suites while being located not too far from downtown DC or the US capital's key attractions,  Hotel AKA Washington Circle in the vibrant Foggy Bottom/West End neighborhood is a revelation to me. 


Qatar Airways to commence o ...

Qatar Airways will move its New York operations to The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in 2026. As part of the relocation, the airline plans to open a 15,000-square-foot lounge, its first dedicated facility in both New York City and the United States.

Air Canada flights remain g ...

All Air Canada planes remained grounded late Saturday despite the Canadian government intervening to end a strike called by cabin crew members that resulted in hundreds of flights being cancelled and triggered chaos, media reports said.

Air India to stop Delhi-Was ...

Tata Group-owned Air India on Monday announced the suspension of its services between Delhi and Washington, D.C., effective September 1, 2025, due to a combination of operational factors, to ensure the reliability and integrity of the airline's overall route network.