War forces a shift! Indian students dump Ukraine, find new hope in Georgia's universities
Nov 01, 2025, at 12:58 pm
With Ukraine still in the war with Russia, Georgia has fast emerged as a choice for the Indian students' educational pursuit, a recent data showed.
ChatGPT Go for free? OpenAI just made it happen for all Indian users- details inside
Nov 01, 2025, at 12:36 pm
In its bid to further penetrate into the rapidly growing Artificial Intelligence market in India, OpenAI has offered a free subscription to ChatGPT Go for one year to all Indian users starting from November 4, media reports said.
From Free to Fee: OpenAI to charge users for creating extra Sora AI videos
Nov 01, 2025, at 09:30 am
OpenAI will now allow users to create additional videos on the AI-generation app Sora for an extra fee.
AI invades classrooms! Centre to roll out Artificial Intelligence lessons for students from Class 3
Oct 31, 2025, at 03:16 pm
The Union Ministry of Education has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Artificial Intelligence and Computational Thinking (AI & CT) as essential components of future-ready education.
Samsung Wallet just got more smarter: UPI setup, biometric payments, tap and pay upgrades
Oct 31, 2025, at 03:06 pm
Electronics good manufacturer Samsung recently announced significant innovations to Samsung Wallet – a versatile platform that allows Galaxy users to organize digital keys, payment methods, identification cards and more in one secure application.
OpenAI launches Sora 2 in Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan: What can the feature do?
Oct 31, 2025, at 09:30 am
Technology enthusiasts in Thailand can access the OpenAI Sora 2 feature, giving local social media influencers and other users in the country access to the video tool.
Bengali couple promoting Indian music and culture among young Americans
Oct 28, 2025, at 12:32 am
In the heart of the United States, far from the bustling streets of Kolkata or the serene ghats of Varanasi, a nonprofit organization has been quietly nurturing the spirit of Indian culture among the younger generations.
Oct 27, 2025, at 03:04 pm
Australia's competition watchdog has accused Microsoft of misleading approximately 2.7 million customers into paying for its AI assistant Copilot.
Baltimore student handcuffed after AI system mistakes bag of chips for gun
Oct 27, 2025, at 09:43 am
Armed police handcuffed a school student and searched him in the US city of Baltimore after an AI-driven security system mistakenly detected his empty bag of chips as a possible firearm.
Sam Altman’s Merge Labs explores non-invasive brain-computer tech to read human mind
Oct 26, 2025, at 09:26 pm
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is reportedly planning to support a brain implant company, Merge Labs, in an attempt to rival Elon Musk's Neuralink, according to media reports.
Marwari Sanskriti Manch hosts Deepawali Mahotsav 2025 in Salt Lake
Oct 25, 2025, at 06:07 pm
The Marwari Sanskriti Manch (MSM), a social and cultural organisations, hosted its grand Deepawali Mahotsav 2025 at Boimela Prangan (Central Park Mela Ground), Salt Lake (Near Karunamoyee Metro Station) recently.
Sixty-five nations sign first UN treaty to fight cybercrime
Oct 25, 2025, at 05:47 pm
Sixty-five nations have signed a landmark United Nations treaty in Hanoi aimed at tackling cybercrime – a move Secretary-General António Guterres hailed as a historic step toward a safer digital world.
Kolkata, Mumbai among nine gateway stations to be built by Stalink ahead of India launch: Reports
Oct 24, 2025, at 05:01 pm
Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk's Starlink has commenced mandatory security testing in the country before launching it in India, media reports said.
Microsoft rolls out upgraded Edge with ‘Copilot Mode,’ to rival OpenAI’s new Atlas browser
Oct 24, 2025, at 03:45 pm
Microsoft has launched a major update to its Edge browser, introducing an enhanced “Copilot Mode” that transforms it into an AI-powered web companion.
Elon Musk says AI will take all jobs but give humans more freedom
Oct 23, 2025, at 09:50 pm
Elon Musk has long been an advocate of artificial intelligence, often predicting how deeply it will reshape human life. In his latest remarks, the Tesla and X chief claimed that AI would eventually take over all human jobs — a shift he believes will ultimately benefit humanity by granting people more freedom.
Atlas: OpenAI launches its own browser. Who can access it?
Oct 22, 2025, at 09:56 am
OpenAI, the company that created major disruption in the tech world by introducing ChatGPT, has launched its own web browser named Atlas, challenging Google, which operates Chrome.
Sam Altman's ChatGPT to soon introduce 'erotica' for adult users
Oct 18, 2025, at 10:26 am
OpenAI chief Sam Altman has said his firm will soon allow ChatGPT to engage in 'erotica for verified adults'.
Durga Puja sustainability: One of the oldest awards goes flex-free
Oct 17, 2025, at 07:00 pm
Every year, Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata generate enough non-biodegradable plastic waste to blanket the entire Vatican City.
From Stunning Design to Pro-Level Cameras – Experience the Samsung S Series Magic on Dhanteras
Oct 17, 2025, at 06:40 pm
Dhanteras 2025 brings dazzling deals on Samsung Galaxy S smartphones! Enjoy festive discounts, Easy EMIs, and exclusive offers on Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Ultra and other phones. Upgrade your Diwali with flagship features and unbeatable prices—only from Bajaj Finserv partner stores. Shop smart, celebrate big!
KaratKrafter opens flagship store in Kolkata
Oct 17, 2025, at 06:40 pm
The flagship store of KaratKrafter, a boutique redefining fine jewellery, was recently unveiled in Kolkata.
Annapurna Swadisht names Sourav Ganguly as national brand ambassador
Oct 17, 2025, at 06:34 pm
Annapurna Swadisht Limited, an FMCG company, recently announced former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly as its Brand Ambassador.
CKK Eduveda and Fur Ball Story unveil world’s first Ayurvedic veterinary course series
Oct 16, 2025, at 12:54 am
New Delhi: In a global first, CKK Eduveda and Fur Ball Story have launched a structured series of courses on Ayurveda for animals, marking a milestone in integrating ancient wisdom with modern veterinary science.
Now you can directly shop from ChatGPT: Walmart partners with OpenAI
Oct 15, 2025, at 09:40 am
ChatGPT might be helping you perform your day-to-day activities with ease, and now you can shop directly from the AI bot that became a global phenomenon since its arrival.
Kolkata’s iconic Kathi Roll among world’s top 10 wraps: TasteAtlas
Oct 12, 2025, at 10:05 pm
Kolkata’s beloved Kathi Roll has made India proud by securing the 6th spot in the latest list of the 'Top 38 Wraps in the World', unveiled by popular global food and travel guide TasteAtlas.
Oct 12, 2025, at 05:36 pm
The Dandelions Have It is the coming-of-age story of Quillo, the hedgehog, uniquely illustrated with over 40 mixed-media collages. Author Sohini Sen talks to Sujoy Dhar about the story's themes of love for our Blue Planet, friendship, self-acceptance, and 'growth' that inevitably comes with misadventures and dollops of humour.
AI firm Anthropic to open Bengaluru office in 2026; CEO Amodei meets PM Modi
Oct 12, 2025, at 03:43 pm
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday to discuss the company’s plans to expand operations in India, including the opening of a new office in Bengaluru.
Narendra Modi discusses AI, innovation with Qualcomm CEO Amon
Oct 11, 2025, at 03:21 pm
Indian PM Narendra Modi met Cristiano R. Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm, and discussed India’s advancements in artificial intelligence, innovation and skilling.
László Krasznahorkai: Meet the Hungarian author who won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature
Oct 10, 2025, at 12:54 pm
Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature for “his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art,” the Swedish Academy announced on Thursday.
Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai wins 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature
Oct 09, 2025, at 11:30 pm
Hungarian novelist László Krasznahorkai, known for his darkly poetic, labyrinthine prose and haunting depictions of a collapsing world, has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, the Swedish Academy announced on Thursday.
Oct 09, 2025, at 03:08 pm
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts has partnered with India Development Service to present “6-A Akash Ganga,” an award-winning film about legendary musician Annapurna Devi, the widow of renowned sitarist Ravi Shankar.