Explained: What are 'Dark Patterns' that landed Zepto, BookMyShow, IndiGo in trouble?
Aug 06, 2026, at 12:38 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed penalties on nine digital platforms, including Zepto, BookMyShow and IndiGo, for using "dark patterns"—deceptive design techniques that manipulate users into making choices they might not otherwise make.
Hair Shedding After Stress: What Recovery Looks Like
Aug 06, 2026, at 12:12 am
You wash your hair and the drain tells a story you weren't ready for. More strands than usual. Then more the next week. You think back and realize it started about two or three months after a difficult period — a job loss, a illness, a breakup, or just a season of relentless pressure. This is one of the most common and least understood patterns in hair loss, and the good news is that it usually isn't permanent.
Google brings Gemini Spark to Chrome. How will it benefit you?
Aug 05, 2026, at 05:58 pm
Tech giant Google has announced the integration of Gemini Spark's web browsing capabilities into its Chrome browser, enabling users to automate a range of online tasks with the help of its AI assistant.
Sony launches flagship BRAVIA 9II TV in India with next-gen true RGB display
Aug 04, 2026, at 07:09 pm
Sony India has announced the launch of BRAVIA 9II, the newest addition to its premium BRAVIA television lineup and the Sony’s flagship True RGB television for 2026.
What's special about MMTC-PAMP's 'Virasat' gold coin? Mirabai Chanu unveils it
Aug 04, 2026, at 05:43 pm
Marking the 80th year of India's Independence, MMTC-PAMP, India's only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery gold and silver refiner, on Tuesday officially launched 'Virasat.
Samsung unveils top 100 young innovators—Can their AI ideas change India?
Aug 03, 2026, at 02:53 pm
Samsung India has announced the Top 100 teams shortlisted for the fifth edition of Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, its flagship innovation programme aimed at empowering young people to develop technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges.
Google pulls new AI feature within 24 hours after fake satellite images spark alarm
Aug 02, 2026, at 08:53 pm
Tech major Google has withdrawn a recently launched AI feature, just 24 hours after it was introduced, since it was allowing people to create fake images on top of its satellite imagery.
'My first date cost me Rs. 20,500': Reddit user's story sparks 'dating scam' debate
Aug 02, 2026, at 07:16 pm
A Reddit user recently shared his experience of going on an app-based date for the first time, with his post sparking widespread discussion online as many users described it as a "dating scam."
ASUS unveils Prime AP304 PC case with panoramic curved glass and ARGB lighting. All details here
Aug 01, 2026, at 05:08 pm
Tech major ASUS on Friday announced the ASUS Prime AP304, a versatile panoramic ATX case designed to showcase system components with style.
Pune CA earns Rs 12 lakh in just days During ITR Season, X post sparks massive debate
Aug 01, 2026, at 04:13 pm
With the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season having just concluded in India, a post on X has sparked widespread discussion after a user claimed that a Pune-based chartered accountant (CA) earned nearly Rs 12 lakh in just a few days by serving around 400 clients.
Jeet, Ishaa Saha turn heads at DCOSMEDICS' grand new launch in Kolkata
Aug 01, 2026, at 03:00 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film superstar Jeet and actor Ishaa Saha attended the inauguration of the second branch of skin, hair and wellness clinic DCOSMEDICS in Salt Lake as the clinic celebrated its 15-year milestone.
Aug 01, 2026, at 02:03 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: "I feel extremely happy to be back here," exiled Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasreen said after landing in Kolkata on Friday, marking her first visit to the city since she was forced to leave in 2007 following violent protests.
FBI warns of cyberattacks on US water systems as utilities in seven states report incidents
Jul 31, 2026, at 08:15 pm
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned that water and wastewater sector (WWS) utility companies across at least seven US states have reported cyber incidents since July 27, with some attacks disrupting water operations.
Bengali actor Koneenica Banerjee celebrates Bengal's Hilsa love at Kolkata's grand Ilish festival
Jul 31, 2026, at 03:12 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali actor Koneenica Banerjee on Wednesday inaugurated the Hilsa festival at Kenilworth Hotel in Kolkata.
Maharashtra bans junk food sale near schools; targets chips, samosas and sugary drinks
Jul 29, 2026, at 11:37 pm
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned the sale, free distribution and advertising of junk food in and around schools across the state in a move aimed at promoting healthier eating habits among children.
Kolkata gets a new creative hub: Stackoo opens flagship store on Camac Street
Jul 29, 2026, at 08:54 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Stackoo by LINC Limited unveiled its flagship store at Camac Street on Sunday.
Salesforce bets big on Bengal: AI to transform Adamas University and Vivekananda Hospital
Jul 29, 2026, at 08:33 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: As Artificial intelligence is steadily moving beyond automation to redefine how institutions learn, connect and deliver services, Salesforce announced separate collaborations with Adamas University and Vivekananda Hospital Private Limited on Monday.
US: Major cyberattack targets Minnesota's water infrastructure, over 30 systems affected
Jul 29, 2026, at 06:24 pm
Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) has activated the state's cybersecurity incident response capabilities after a coordinated cyberattack targeted the operational technology of more than 30 community water systems across the state on July 26 and 27.
WhatsApp just made calling easier: You can now make video calls without downloading any app
Jul 29, 2026, at 06:02 pm
Meta-owned WhatsApp on Tuesday announced a new feature that allows users to make and receive audio and video calls directly from their web browsers, eliminating the need to download a desktop application.
Millions at risk? IOM sounds alarm as forced online scam networks expand worldwide
Jul 29, 2026, at 05:28 pm
A job advert can hide a criminal network, and a single click can lead to a nightmare. Hundreds of thousands of people are trafficked every year on the promise of legitimate work abroad, only to be held captive and forced into online scam operations.
Apple launches device leasing program in US through Klarna. All details here
Jul 29, 2026, at 04:34 pm
Tech giant Apple has introduced a new device leasing programme in the United States in partnership with payments company Klarna, offering customers a flexible way to access the latest Apple devices through monthly payments.
Rs 1 crore salary, 3 houses—But borrows money to file tax? CA's story stuns internet
Jul 29, 2026, at 02:15 pm
A post by a Chartered Accountant on X has gone viral after she shared the story of an IIT graduate who appeared wealthy on paper but was struggling with a liquidity crunch.
Kitchen Floor Design Ideas That Pair Perfectly with Stone-Clad Walls
Jul 29, 2026, at 12:24 pm
Stone cladding on kitchen walls is one of the most popular accent treatments in Indian homes right now. A rough-cut stone wall behind the cooking area or the breakfast counter adds texture, warmth and a sense of permanence that paint or wallpaper cannot match.
Coca-Cola-owned Fairlife resumes production after cyberattack
Jul 29, 2026, at 09:31 am
Coca-Cola has announced that fairlife, LLC, its dairy subsidiary, has resumed the majority of production at its four manufacturing facilities in the United States after recovering from a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized third-party access to some of its systems.
AI could make our jobs disappear in 5 years, claims Indian techie couple earning Rs. 5 lakh monthly
Jul 28, 2026, at 05:56 pm
An Indian software engineer has sparked an online debate after revealing that he and his wife earn a combined Rs. 5 lakh per month but still fear their careers could become obsolete in the coming years due to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI).
India hands over new college building in Nepal, boosting higher education in remote region
Jul 27, 2026, at 04:04 pm
A college building constructed with financial assistance from the Government of India was recently inaugurated in Doti district of Nepal's Sudurpaschim Province.
Jul 27, 2026, at 10:32 am
At most hotels, the welcome is where hospitality begins. At Taj Bengal this week, it was also where something bigger began — a partnership that puts young adults with special needs at the very front of the house, greeting guests, serving welcome beverages and discovering, often for the first time, what they are capable of in a professional workplace. It is like a classroom at the front desk with a concierge.
Origin Energy confirms customer data leak; hacker says 'I've dumped over 2 million records'
Jul 26, 2026, at 07:26 pm
Australian power producer Origin Energy Limited (Origin) has confirmed that a cybersecurity incident led to the unauthorised access and disclosure of customer data, although the total number of affected customers remains unclear.
He rejected a TCS job—now his rice business earns ₹25 lakh a year
Jul 26, 2026, at 04:03 pm
A recent post on X has caught widespread attention after revealing the story of a man who reportedly turned down a job offer from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to start a rice distribution business that now earns him around ₹25 lakh annually.
AI race heats up as SK Group and NVIDIA expand strategic collaboration. Is it a game changer?
Jul 25, 2026, at 05:30 pm
SK Group and NVIDIA have announced plans for a $500-billion-plus comprehensive partnership to establish AI infrastructure serving the surging demand.