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From Desk to Disc!

Fashion designer Aslam Khan has worked his magic with fabric and thread for his casual corporate wear and for his elaborate line of traditional wear. And for his showcase at the Bengal Fashion Week, he clubs the casual with the bling in his corporate look. Take a look at this video if you want to [...] Mar 1, 2014
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On the Front Row Actors Barkha and Indraneil

The first edition of the Bengal Fashion Week saw many a list Bengali and television celebrities on the front rows. And one couple we spotted enjoying a heavy dose of fashion were Barkha and Indraneil Sengupta. The duo were there to cheer for local designer Agni Mitra Paul’s efforts to make the traditional more contemporary. Mar 1, 2014
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Manoviraj Gives Kolkata a Bold Surprise

Kolkata was in for a surprise at the grand finale of the Bengal Fashion Week, courtesy Manoviraj Khosla.  The Bangalore-based designer showcased a bold line of bikinis, colour-high party dresses and monochromatic silhouettes. Take a quick look at what Manoviraj has to say about his interesting line-up for the Kolkata ramp. Feb 28, 2014
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Sonika Chauhan Ups the Glam Quotient at BFW

The first season of the Bengal Fashion Week was high on glam and taking it a notch higher was the Kolkata beauty Sonika Chauhan. The peach drape dress and the no accessory look, on the ramp, worked for the multi-talented model, TV host and Vj.  Here is a quick glimpse of the pageant beauty on [...] Feb 27, 2014
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LS Polls: Akhilesh flags off SP cycle rally to woo voters

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): Ahead of upcoming general elections due by May this year, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav rode a bicycle as he flagged off a cycle rally organized by the Samajwadi Party in New Delhi on Sunday to woo voters. Enthusiastic party workers and supporters gathered in huge numbers wearing red boat shaped caps and waving the party's flag to boost the confidence of the cycle riders who would cover the distance between Delhi and Lucknow in two weeks. Feb 23, 2014
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Congress to pass anti-graft bill through ordinance, politicos draw contradictory reactions

Mumbai/ New Delhi/ Kolkata/ Lucknow, Feb 22 (ANI): After government decided to pass the Anti-Corruption Bills through an ordinance, political parties draw contradictory reactions over the same. Congress leader Satyavrat Chaturvedi said that opposing the bill reflected the hypocritical nature of the opposition which had earlier asked for a strong law against corruption. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said that there is no option left now when opposition never allowed the passage of bills in the Parliament. Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party leader Naresh Agarwal said that passage of any bill can't end corruption in any way. CPI (M) leader Mohd Salim said that such a way of passing nay bill will lessen the value and importance of Parliamentary sessions. Feb 22, 2014
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It happens: Dance Festival

Khajuraho, feb 21 (ANI): The world-renowned Dance Festival began in Khajuraho - the city of ancient temples - in India's central province of Madhya Pradesh, with an aim to promote cultural and traditional dances of the country. Dancers performed several old and traditional Indian dance forms like Bharatanatyam and Odissi attempting to keep the dances alive as a part of our heritage. The dancers described their experience of performing in Khajuraho city, a place famous for its temples with exquisite sex sculptures and paintings, a holy one. Many classical artists were honoured at the festival and young dancers got a platform to showcase their talent. The event saw the presence of various provincial leaders including state culture and tourism minister, Surendra Patwa. Many tourists from other countries also made it to the festival to view and participate in it.The week-long event will see classical dancers performing various dance styles including Kuchipudi, Kathak and Manipuri. The festival is also celebrating the exquisiteness and daintiness of human emotions and devout philosophy of Hindu religion. Feb 21, 2014
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It happens: Dog Show

Moradabad, feb 21 (ANI): The district administration in Moradabad city of India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh organised a dog show that saw dogs of various breeds participating. The show was organised in the newly inaugurated Deer Park that featured more than 200 dogs, belonging to 22 canine breeds. The dogs walked the ramp, delighting the audience and dog lovers with their performances.The organisers seemed happy with the response they received.All the canines took part in competitions and were also rewarded for their performances.The show featured dogs ranging from six inches to five-feet in height. The major breeds that participated included Labrador, Bhutia, Pomeranian, Pavilion, Bulldog and German Shepherd.During the dog show, the audience was also given information about dogs, their habits and breeds.Spectators and owners of the participating dogs seemed impressed by the show. The main attraction of the show was Dogo Canario from Spain. The dog's owner had specially imported the dog from Spain one year back. The dog was earlier a part of the Spanish military. Apart from that, a small Pomeranian dog, Tuffy, entertained the audiences by its dance performance.Other dogs that were crowd favourites were American pugs and a dachshund by the name Feb 21, 2014
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It happens: Tribal Festival

Moradabad, feb 21 (ANI): The ethnic group of Mishing in India's northeastern province of Assam celebrated a seed sowing festival in which devotees prayed to God Donyi-Polo (the god of Sun-Moon) for a great harvest. Called 'Ali Ai Ligang', it is a spring festival associated with agriculture. A participant said the festival marks the ceremonial start of the paddy sowing. The Mishing community in Assam and northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh pray to God Donyi-Polo for the development. During the festival celebrations, a small area of land is marked to resemble a cultivation field. The land is ploughed with spade and then seeds are sowed from a basket by the member of the community. People dance, sing, and feast during the celebrations, and as a mark of honour people offer fish and eggs to the god. The famous traditional 'Gumrag' dance is also performed during the auspicious occasion by people of all ages within the community. However, people within the community opined that 'Ali Ai Ligang' is slowly disappearing from their society due to impact of westernization. Being the largest tribal group found in the northeastern provinces of India, members of Mishing community reside in the districts of Dhemaji, North Lakhimpur, Sonitpur, Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Feb 21, 2014
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Kolkata pays homage to language heroes on International Mother Language Day

Kolkata, Feb 21 (ANI): People in West Bengal celebrated International Mother Language Day with fervour and paid homage to those who sacrificed their lives with an aim to provide an identity to the Bengali language. Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh, Abida Islam, organized a march with banners and placards in Kolkata in memory of those who died in the struggle to make Bengali the state language. The Bangla Language Movement of February 21, 1952 was a unique movement aimed at advocating the recognition of Bangla language as the region’s official language, allowing it to be used by the government. Feb 21, 2014
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