Google just made AI images personal—And it knows you better than ever
Apr 17, 2026, at 05:32 pm
Google has announced the rollout of personalised image generation in its Gemini app, aiming to make AI-powered creativity more tailored and intuitive for users.
Amazon’s new AI store is here—These smart gadgets could change your life
Apr 17, 2026, at 03:30 pm
Looking for electronics and gadgets that do more than just process faster? Amazon.in’s AI store brings together AI-powered devices that deliver real benefits in your daily life.
Apple sets record—Massive surge in recycled materials inside its products
Apr 17, 2026, at 03:19 pm
Tech major Apple on Thursday announced that a record 30 percent of material across all of its products shipped in 2025 came from recycled content.
Chef Vikas Khanna makes it to TIME 100, marks big moment for Indian cuisine
Apr 16, 2026, at 10:55 pm
Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna says being called a “curry boy” — once used as a slur — has now become a badge of honour after his inclusion in the TIME 100.
Land your first AI job faster! TCS, University of Cincinnati launch new program
Apr 15, 2026, at 06:10 pm
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), an IT service major, consulting, and business solutions, has unveiled its new TCS My First AI Job skills training program in partnership with the University of Cincinnati and Salesforce.
Big reveal: Samsung debuts 14-meter Onyx Cinema LED display at CinemaCon 2026
Apr 14, 2026, at 06:57 pm
Tech major Samsung Electronics on Tuesday announced a new 14-meter standard size for its Onyx (ICD model) cinema LED lineup at CinemaCon 2026, expanding the platform into larger premium auditoriums.
ASUS drops ZenMouse MD202 and it’s turning heads already
Apr 14, 2026, at 05:39 pm
Tech major ASUS on Tuesday announced ZenMouse MD202, a refined wireless mouse that features a Ceraluminum top cover that provides a unique tactile surface offering exceptional aesthetics and durability.
Mimi Chakraborty and Trina Saha grace launch of 'Azorte' store in Kolkata
Apr 14, 2026, at 03:16 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film star Mimi Chakraborty and actor Trina Saha last week graced the launch of Azorte store in Kolkata.
Jagannath comes to Kolkata: Up to 10 lakh devotees expected at Vishwashanti Mahayagya from April 17
Apr 13, 2026, at 04:55 pm
Kolkata is set to host a grand spiritual gathering as the “Shri Jagannath Vishwashanti Mahayagya” will be held from April 17 to 19, 2026, at FD Block Ground in Salt Lake.
From Superman to Anime Icons: Fans turn up in stunning cosplay at Kolkata Comic Con 2026
Apr 12, 2026, at 08:30 pm
The 2026 edition of Kolkata Comic Con 2026, presented by Maruti Suzuki Arena and powered by Crunchyroll, kicked off on Sunday at the Biswa Bangla Exhibition Centre.
Putting humans at the centre: UN AI panel begins work on global impact study
Apr 11, 2026, at 05:42 pm
The UN’s Independent International Scientific Panel on AI – the first global body of its kind – is gearing up for its inaugural in-person summit.
OpenAI identified security issue. Know all details
Apr 11, 2026, at 05:09 pm
AI major OpenAI has disclosed a recent security issue involving a third-party developer library, Axios, as part of a broader industry-wide software supply chain attack.
Instagram’s new feature will save you from embarrassing typos
Apr 10, 2026, at 05:42 pm
Widely used social media platform Instagram has introduced a long-awaited feature allowing users to edit their comments after posting.
Is your Galaxy getting it next? Samsung expands One UI 8.5 Beta again
Apr 10, 2026, at 04:31 pm
Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 beta program to additional Galaxy devices.
Last chance alert! Samsung brings back ultra-rare Galaxy Z TriFold
Apr 10, 2026, at 04:26 pm
In a surprise move, tech major Samsung has announced the return of its premium Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone, offering consumers what could be their final opportunity to purchase the device.
Apr 09, 2026, at 12:33 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The Bengal, one of Kolkata's most distinguished socio-cultural organisations, hosted a special felicitation ceremony at Taj Bengal in honour of its Working President and celebrated filmmaker Goutam Ghose on his appointment as Sheriff of Kolkata — and the new Sheriff used the occasion to announce an ambitious plan to recover and restore the city's long-forgotten colonial history.
Apr 08, 2026, at 06:22 pm
Tata-owned fashion brand Taneira ushers in Poila Baisakh with the launch of a specially curated collection inspired by Bengal’s iconic Lal-Paar Shada saree, available across select Taneira stores in West Bengal.
Amazon drops bombshell: Older Kindle devices to lose key features from May 20
Apr 08, 2026, at 06:02 pm
Amazon plans to discontinue Kindle Store functions on older devices released in 2012 and earlier, according to media reports.
India needs 10,000 trained conservators to safeguard heritage: Vinod Daniel
Apr 08, 2026, at 02:32 pm
India Vision Institute CEO and veteran museum expert Vinod Daniel speaks to IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra on the Indian Conservation Fellowship Program, gaps in conservation, and the future of museums in India. Excerpts:
Viral video: Marwari wedding turns train coach into a ‘moving baraat’!
Apr 05, 2026, at 08:03 pm
Indians are known for celebrating weddings in grand and unique ways, and a viral video is now showcasing one such extraordinary celebration. A Marwari family reportedly booked an entire train coach, turning it into a “moving baraat” for their wedding festivities.
Swipe. Hide. Desire: Inside India’s quiet boom in extramarital app
Apr 05, 2026, at 05:18 pm
At 11:47 pm, long after the house has gone quiet, a phone lights up under the blanket. The name on the screen reads “Client”. The message is anything but professional: “Tonight?”
Do you still have an embarrassing Gmail ID? You can now change it — Here’s how
Apr 04, 2026, at 10:39 am
There is good news for Gmail users. The widely used email platform is now allowing account holders to change their email addresses — a feature being introduced for the first time in over two decades.
Tata Group-backed CaratLane’s US expansion accelerates—Second store opens in Frisco
Apr 03, 2026, at 04:47 pm
CaratLane, a Tata product and an omnichannel fine jewellery brand, has announced the launch of its second retail store in the United States, located in Frisco, Dallas, Texas.
Big move by Samsung Electronics: New Windows browser comes with smart AI tools
Apr 01, 2026, at 04:48 pm
Electronics major Samsung Electronics has announced the official launch of Samsung Browser for Windows, extending its popular mobile browser experience to PC with seamless cross-device continuity and new agentic AI capabilities designed to make the browsing experience easier and more intuitive.
AI just got bigger than ever: OpenAI’s $122 billion funding stuns the world
Apr 01, 2026, at 04:39 pm
Artificial intelligence leader OpenAI has announced that its latest funding round has secured $122 billion in committed capital, pushing its post-money valuation to an impressive $852 billion.
Celebrating a legend: India Post unveils special cover for Annapurna Devi
Apr 01, 2026, at 03:51 pm
Annapurna Devi Foundation has released a special cover from the India Post dedicated to Indian classical musician Annapurna Devi at the Kolkata GPO.
Beard Trimmer Care Guide for Longer Blade Life
Apr 01, 2026, at 02:56 pm
A good beard trimmer is an important investment in your grooming routine. Whether you keep a sharp stubble or a full beard, how your trimmer performs depends heavily on how well you maintain it, especially the blades.
Google Maps gets smarter! AI now tells you exactly when to charge your EV
Mar 31, 2026, at 06:28 pm
Google has announced that it will bring Maps’ AI-powered EV charging features to over 350 car models with Android Auto.
Mar 30, 2026, at 07:52 pm
The death of actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee at Talsari last Sunday has stirred a painful memory in Bengal's cultural conscience — of another brilliant performer- Keya Chakraborty- mysteriously lost to water during a film shoot, nearly five decades ago
Sona College’s Fashion Technology Dept. opens admissions to its 4-year B Tech program
Mar 30, 2026, at 03:47 pm
Salem: The Department of Fashion Technology, Sona College of Technology has announced admissions to its 4-year BTech program for the forthcoming academic year.