Who is Deepti Gaur Mukerjee? The IAS officer taking charge of India's Higher Education
Aug 11, 2026, at 02:16 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Deepti Gaur Mukerjee has been appointed as the new secretary of the Department of Higher Education under the Union Ministry of Education, media reports said.
‘They want to drug addict us’: Palantir CEO Alex Karp’s explosive warning about AI firms
Aug 10, 2026, at 02:28 pm
Palantir CEO Alex Karp has taken aim at AI companies such as Anthropic and OpenAI, accusing them of trying to “drug addict” humanity into a future that they believe will be controlled by them.
Built for AI agents: Cloudflare launches Kitesurf
Aug 08, 2026, at 05:49 pm
Cloudflare has joined the race to create a web browser, and recently the tech giant announced developing Kitesurf, which runs entirely on top of Workers and is built specifically for agents, available for free while in beta in Browser Run.
Photoshop Inside ChatGPT? Adobe’s new plugin changes how you create
Aug 08, 2026, at 04:51 pm
Adobe has introduced a new plugin for ChatGPT, bringing its professional-grade creative and productivity tools together in a single unified experience across ChatGPT Work and Codex.
OpenAI drops ChatGPT text limits for free users—Here’s what’s changing
Aug 08, 2026, at 03:24 pm
OpenAI has removed limits on text-based chats for ChatGPT users, in a major update that will particularly benefit those accessing the AI platform without a paid subscription.
What is AAERI Verify? How will it benefit Indian students aspiring to study in Australia
Aug 08, 2026, at 01:54 pm
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), under the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has partnered with the Association of Australian Education Representatives in India (AAERI) to launch 'AAERI Verify' that will help students aiming to study in Australian universities.
Kolkata: Vedic Village Spa Resort, Foundation to Summit sign DEI partnership to promote inclusion
Aug 08, 2026, at 10:44 am
Foundation to Summit and Vedic Village Spa Resort, Rajarhat New Town, Kolkata, have signed a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) partnership aimed at promoting inclusive workplaces and creating meaningful opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Expired meat, rotten vegetables found at Bengaluru's luxury hotels, legal action begins
Aug 08, 2026, at 12:23 am
What was expected to be a routine food safety inspection has exposed serious hygiene lapses at some of Bengaluru's most prominent luxury hotels.
BLUE unveils AI-first video analytics infrastructure, targets 10X revenue growth by FY30
Aug 07, 2026, at 08:23 pm
Bengaluru-headquartered AI startup BLUE (KGraph AI Solutions Pvt. Ltd.) on Friday unveiled its AI-native enterprise video infrastructure platform, built on the world's first semantic codec for videos.
Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Series, Watch9 globally as pre-orders jump 30%
Aug 07, 2026, at 05:25 pm
Technology major Samsung Electronics has announced the global rollout of its latest Galaxy Z foldable smartphone series and Galaxy Watch lineup, with sales beginning on August 7 in select markets and expanding worldwide.
EPR Iyer returns to Kolkata, says Bengali hip-hop will go mainstream in 5 years
Aug 06, 2026, at 05:23 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Ahead of the premiere of the fifth season of MTV Hustle, rapper and mentor EPR Iyer returned to Kolkata, a city he says shaped his identity as an artist, where he interacted with students, explored iconic cultural landmarks and shared his vision for the future of Bengali hip-hop.
Locket Chatterjee unveils heritage-themed jewellery showroom in Kolkata's Gariahat
Aug 06, 2026, at 04:21 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Jewellery has long been woven into Kolkata's cultural identity. Beyond ornamentation, it reflects craftsmanship, tradition and a city's enduring appreciation for timeless design.
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.