Aug 16, 2025, at 11:34 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Loreto College, to commemorate Baishe Srabon and Vriksharopana Utsav, organised a programme with cultural, environmental, and interactive events exploring Rabindranath Tagore’s vision of rural enterprise, sustainability, and community empowerment.
OpenAI’s Nick Turley on ChatGPT’s explosive growth, loyal users and the next phase of AI
Aug 15, 2025, at 08:10 pm
Nick Turley, the head of ChatGPT at OpenAI, has offered a rare look into the AI’s meteoric rise, revealing how deep user loyalty is shaping its future. Speaking to The Verge, Turley said ChatGPT has now reached 700 million weekly users, making it the fastest-growing software product in history.
Accenture to acquire cyber security service CyberCX
Aug 15, 2025, at 04:33 pm
Accenture has agreed to acquire CyberCX, a leading privately-owned cybersecurity services provider serving both private and public sector organizations across Australia, New Zealand and internationally.
AWL Agri Business launches Fortune Hilsa Campaign featuring Sourav Ganguly, Abir Chatterjee
Aug 15, 2025, at 08:21 am
AWL Agri Business Ltd. (formerly known as Adani Wilmar Ltd.) recently celebrated the second edition of its iconic Fortune Hilsa Campaign for Fortune Kachi Ghani Mustard Oil (KGMO) in the presence of the company's brand ambassador, former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly.
EducationUSA hosts U.S. study fair in Kolkata
Aug 15, 2025, at 02:31 am
Kolkata/IBNS: EducationUSA, an official U.S. government organisation, is hosting eight “Study in the U.S.” education fairs across India to guide students on opportunities to study in America.
Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts commemorates Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Kolkata
Aug 14, 2025, at 04:52 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), an autonomous trust under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has been observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Kolkata with a series of academic, cultural, and public engagement activities from 12th August onwards.
IndiSetu will build India-UK cultural bridge, offer meeting ground for changemakers: Dr Amit Ghose
Aug 14, 2025, at 02:27 pm
A new cultural and intellectual bridge between India and the United Kingdom is set to rise this October with IndiSetu, an ambitious thought leadership summit in London. Designed to spark dialogue, foster collaboration, and connect professionals across borders, the two-day event promises a vibrant mix of ideas, networking, and cultural exchange. Behind this initiative is Dr Amit Ghose — consultant urologist, global health advocate, and founding director of the Global Collaboration Forum — who envisions IndiSetu as more than just a conference: “It’s a meeting ground for changemakers, innovators, and dreamers,” he tells IBNS correspondent Ayush Gupta.
UK grooming school LSB teams up with U Academy to launch training centre in Kolkata
Aug 13, 2025, at 09:25 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: London School of Barbering (LSB) has teamed up with U Academy to launch a flagship training centre in Kolkata.
Woman gets engaged to her AI chatbot boy friend after 'dating' for five months
Aug 12, 2025, at 04:36 pm
A woman has moved a step further in her life and got engaged to her AI chatbot boyfriend after 'dating' for five months, a real-life incident that can even challenge the most popular Bollywood romantic tales.
Sam Altman addresses GPT-5 backlash, assures warmer tone, fixes, and more user control
Aug 10, 2025, at 05:20 pm
Facing a wave of criticism and mixed feedback, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has used social media to respond to concerns about the new GPT-5 model, according to a Financial Express report.
Open AI is going to eat Microsoft alive: Elon Musk to Satya Nadella
Aug 08, 2025, at 02:39 pm
Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has warned Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella that AI company OpenAI will eat his company alive.
From Commutes to Couch Binges: boAt Nirvana Zenith Pro Is Built for Every Moment
Aug 08, 2025, at 11:09 am
There’s something sacred about putting on your earbuds and tuning out the world, whether it’s your chaotic morning commute, a late-night Netflix binge or those moments when your playlist knows you better than your best friend. And let’s be honest, we all want that one pair of earbuds that can keep up with every mood, every move, and every distraction around us.
New Delhi hosts first BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival
Aug 06, 2025, at 06:40 pm
The first BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival was organised at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on Monday.
Monsoon Charity Fair in Kolkata highlights efforts of social changemakers
Aug 05, 2025, at 10:11 pm
The British Deputy High Commission Kolkata, in partnership with the Supreme Knowledge Foundation (SKF) and the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI), organised the second edition of the Monsoon Charity Fair on August 2 2025.
Kolkata: British Deputy High Commission, SKF, TAFI host second season of Monsoon Charity Fair
Aug 04, 2025, at 09:53 am
Kolkata: The British Deputy High Commission Kolkata, in collaboration with the Supreme Knowledge Foundation (SKF) and Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI), hosted the Second Season of Monsoon Charity Fair in the city on Saturday.
'Music Meets Bells' returns: New York to witness divine confluence of sound and movement
Aug 02, 2025, at 06:18 pm
On the occasion of the Commencement Day of Matagiri, the Sri Aurobindo Centre in the USA, the iconic collaborative production 'Music Meets Bells' will return to the stage after seven years, featuring two of India’s foremost classical artists — Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, internationally acclaimed Santoor maestro, and Guru Sanchita Bhattacharya, renowned Odissi danseuse.
Celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor graces launch of Wonderchef's automated tea maker
Aug 02, 2025, at 04:20 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Wonderchef launched the world's first automated tea maker on Friday in presence of the celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor.
Aug 01, 2025, at 06:16 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Oudh 1590, an Awadhi restaurant in Kolkata, has introduced what it claims is the city’s first diabetic-friendly biryani on Wednesday.
From Loom to Label: Sona College of Tech’s Fashion Tech department powering innovation and careers
Jul 30, 2025, at 11:20 am
Salem: As India ascends among global apparel sourcing hubs in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, the Department of Fashion Technology at Salem-based Sona College of Technology is making strategic strides to position itself as a leader in sustainable fashion innovation, cutting-edge textile research, and technical skill development.
Chinese hacking group behind recent attacks on SharePoint: Microsoft
Jul 25, 2025, at 06:26 pm
Tech giant Microsoft has said Chinese hacking groups were believed to be behind the recent attacks on its SharePoint collaboration software.
Kolkata: Vivekananda College, Thakurpukur, earns NAAC A+ grade amidst platinum jubilee celebrations
Jul 23, 2025, at 10:38 am
State-government aided Vivekananda College, Thakurpukur, recently earned an A+ Grade accreditation from NAAC, awarded with a commendable CGPA of 3.28.
To poet Surbhi Gupta, women are like Iron Draped In Silk
Jul 20, 2025, at 09:11 pm
“Do you know what the earth is made of?” asked Surbhi Gupta of her audience gathered at Kolkata’s iconic Oxford Bookstore one July evening. “It is made of iron deep within its core/yet it produces the softest flowers and the prettiest colours…,” she explained in verse.
US universities see 70 pct drop in Indian students' intake amid visa crisis: Report
Jul 18, 2025, at 09:33 pm
U.S. universities have witnessed a sharp drop in Indian students' admissions this time amid the Trump administration's ongoing crisis with international students.
BITS Pilani unveils ₹1,219 cr expansion, new AI+ campus in Amaravati, and digital learning push
Jul 13, 2025, at 11:47 pm
New Delhi: BITS Pilani has announced a sweeping new vision for higher education, with Chancellor Kumar Mangalam Birla unveiling a trio of bold initiatives aimed at transforming the institution’s physical and digital footprint.
Memory on a plate: I want to demystify Indian cooking, says Kolkata-born British chef Asma Khan
Jul 12, 2025, at 12:25 pm
Asma Khan is a culinary force who has redefined how Indian food is perceived on the global stage. From teaching British home-cooks the soul of spice, to welcoming the King of England to her all-women kitchen, Khan’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. The owner of Darjeeling Express restaurant in London's Soho, whom Time magazine named one of the year's 100 most influential people in 2024, reveals in a chat with Sreyashi Ghosh about the inspirations behind her famed restaurant and her new book
7 Skills That Make Digital Marketers Stand Out Across Industries and How to Develop Them
Jul 10, 2025, at 04:53 pm
Digital marketing has transformed from a niche specialization to the backbone of modern marketing over the years. While companies from healthcare, information technology, finance, and retail now understand the importance of digital marketing, they are also realizing that not all digital marketers are equal. Digital marketers who have thriving careers are the ones with a strong foundation and expertise in content creation and strategy, data analytics, and other relevant areas. In this blog, we will examine the essential skills that digital marketers need to develop for a successful career.
Jack Dorsey is working on creating Bluetooth messaging app
Jul 08, 2025, at 06:10 pm
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has shared on X that he is working on creating an app called Bitchat.
Jul 08, 2025, at 04:48 pm
In a strategic push to harness the power of AI for inclusive communication, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting through its WaveX Startup Accelerator Platform, has launched the “Kalaa Setu – Real-Time Language Tech for Bharat” Challenge.
Sam Altman makes prediction about technological shifts, future of traditional jobs
Jul 07, 2025, at 05:04 pm
Open AI chief Sam Altman has predicted that the progress in Artificial Intelligence technology will replace several traditional jobs, creating a shift in the market.
Bankura University launches Santali-language UG programmes for tribal students
Jul 07, 2025, at 10:33 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The Junglemahal area of Bankura is inhabited by a large number of Santals who have passed the 10th and 12th grades in Santali vernacular mode.