Google launches Gemini 2.5 Computer Use AI that can browse the web like humans
Oct 08, 2025, at 10:35 am
Google has unveiled Gemini 2.5 Computer Use, a new version of its AI model capable of navigating the web through a browser, allowing it to perform tasks much like a human user.
AMD and OpenAI join forces to roll out 6 GW of GPUs for AI
Oct 07, 2025, at 07:12 pm
AMD and OpenAI on Monday announced a 6 gigawatt agreement to power OpenAI’s next-generation AI infrastructure across multiple generations of AMD Instinct GPUs.
Booker winner Kiran Desai’s new novel delves into the many shades of loneliness
Oct 07, 2025, at 01:20 pm
The Oxford English Dictionary defines loneliness as a feeling of unhappiness caused by having no friends or people to talk to.
Centre approves setting up of 'NaMo semiconductor Laboratory' at IIT Bhubaneswar, check all details
Oct 05, 2025, at 06:01 pm
Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has recently approved the setting up of the ‘NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory’ at IIT Bhubaneswar.
Dhak, Dhunuchi, and Defence Bonds: Durga Puja in Mhow
Oct 05, 2025, at 11:44 am
From Kolkata’s grand pandals to a small cantonment town in Madhya Pradesh, Durga Puja remains a living tradition. Jayalakshmi Sengupta reports how in Mhow, retired and serving soldiers and their families recreate this spirit — through art, adda, food, theatre, and dance.
German envoy warns Indian students against overreliance on agents amid rise in visa rejections
Oct 03, 2025, at 04:30 pm
New Delhi: Germany has become a leading destination for Indian students, with enrolments crossing 60,000, but the country’s envoy in New Delhi has cautioned against overreliance on private education consultants.
Classical singer and Padma Vibhushan awardee Chhannulal Mishra dies at 89
Oct 02, 2025, at 10:43 am
Varanasi/IBNS: Legendary Indian classical singer Chhannulal Mishra died of age-related ailments at the age of 89 on Thursday.
Accenture lays off 11,000 employees in AI-driven restructuring
Sep 30, 2025, at 10:32 am
IT giant Accenture has announced it has removed 11,000 employees in the last three months, and more layoffs could be expected in the upcoming months as part of its AI restructuring.
Google marks 27th birthday with doodle of original 1998 logo
Sep 27, 2025, at 04:50 pm
Google marked its 27th anniversary on Saturday with a doodle featuring its original 1998 logo, evoking nostalgia for its early days.
Yellow Taxis and the Colours of Puja
Sep 27, 2025, at 02:08 pm
Art and Kolkata are like a close-knit couple, thriving in a space not clearly defined, yet always with ample room to grow.
Education for All reaches out to support marginalized children during Durga Puja
Sep 27, 2025, at 01:50 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Education For All (EFA), a Kolkata-based NGO dedicated to making education accessible to every child, reached out to more than 100 children from economically vulnerable backgrounds by distributing books, stationery, and educational toolkits at the 81-year-old iconic Chaltabagan Durga Puja pandal. Members of the Swasamman Welfare Foundation also joined the initiative.
A Defiant Voice Remembered: Jyotsna Mohan at The Write Circle, Dubai
Sep 27, 2025, at 01:24 pm
Dubai witnessed a stirring afternoon of literature and remembrance as The Write Circle, an initiative of the Prabha Khaitan Foundation, unfolded at Anantara Downtown Dubai. Hosted by the Ehsaas Women of Dubai, the session celebrated stories of courage, sacrifice, and journalism that dared to defy colonial power.
Durga Puja: Bengal’s festival of faith, art and communion
Sep 26, 2025, at 02:06 pm
As Bengal prepares for Durga Puja, the streets of Siliguri, Kolkata and Krishnanagar begin to hum with a familiar rhythm—clay being molded, pandals rising, communities gathering. But this is no ordinary festival. Durga Puja is Bengal’s civilizational heartbeat: a sacred season where devotion meets artistry, and community becomes communion.
CBSE releases tentative date sheets for 2026 Class 10 and 12 board exams. Check details
Sep 24, 2025, at 10:28 pm
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the tentative date sheets for the 2026 Class 10 and 12 board examinations.
Rotary International District 3291 joins hands with JU, others to celebrate sustainable Durga Puja
Sep 24, 2025, at 07:34 pm
Recognizing the scale and influence of the festival, Rotary International District 3291, in association with Variable Energy Cyclotrone Centre ( DOE, GOI), Jadavpur University and Central Pollution Control Board (under Ministry of Environment, GOI), is launching a first-of-its-kind initiative to promote a sustainable Durga Puja.
Kartik Aaryan launches new Skechers store in Kolkata
Sep 24, 2025, at 05:11 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan recently launched a new store of Skechers in Kolkata' South City Mall.
Saptak Music School of Pittsburgh hosts spellbinding evening of Indian classical music
Sep 23, 2025, at 10:31 pm
Pittsburgh/IBNS: The Saptak Music School of Pittsburgh, in collaboration with the Music Department of Chatham University, staged a captivating evening of Indian classical music that drew students, connoisseurs, and the wider community into a celebration of India’s cultural heritage.
Loreto College hosts week-long faculty development programme on higher education excellence
Sep 23, 2025, at 02:03 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Loreto College, in collaboration with the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC) of North Bengal University and the United Board for Christian Higher Education in India, hosted a Faculty Development Programme (FDP) from Sept 15–20, 2025.
Ambuja Neotia hosts 2nd B.V. Doshi Memorial Exhibition in Kolkata
Sep 22, 2025, at 04:11 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Ambuja Neotia recently hosted the 2nd B.V. Doshi Memorial Exhibition in Kolkata, spotlighting architect Girish Doshi, and launched the annual Prabir Mitra Memorial Award, with the first award conferred on SQUARE for culturally rooted, contemporary practice.
Kolkata: Ahiritola Yubak Brinda invites Auram to make jewellery for Ma Durga and her family
Sep 21, 2025, at 12:11 am
Auram, a boutique jewellery brand founded by Bhramar Mallick, which officially made its presence early this year, has been invited by one of the biggest Puja Associations of Kolkata, Ahiritola Yubak Brinda, to make the jewellery for Ma Durga and her family this year.
Top 5 Earbuds Worth Your Money This Festive Sale
Sep 19, 2025, at 11:06 pm
Festive season is around the corner, and you know what that means: endless sales, tempting discounts, and a perfect excuse to treat yourself (or your loved ones) to some tech upgrades. Whether it’s upgrading your daily commute experience or enjoying crystal-clear calls wherever you are, a pair of good earbuds is practically a must-have in today’s world.
Sep 19, 2025, at 05:26 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Starbucks' first ever Durga Puja inspired menu offers a convenient and mess-free option for people enjoying the Durga Puja festivities in Kolkata, especially those who love pandal (pavilion) hopping and want a quick meal on the go.
Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee receives Governor’s Award of Excellence at Raj Bhavan Kolkata
Sep 19, 2025, at 02:06 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Percussionist and Grammy jury member Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee was presented the Governor’s Award of Excellence by West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose at the Navyug@75 celebrations at Raj Bhavan, Kolkata, on Wednesday.
Rosé All Day and Coastal Vibes: Dining at Chicago's The Hampton Social – River North
Sep 19, 2025, at 12:57 pm
If you’re looking for a spot in Chicago that captures the spirit of summer no matter the season, The Hampton Social – River North is a perfect escape.
AI assistance made easy: Microsoft 365 app now includes free Copilot
Sep 18, 2025, at 12:38 am
Microsoft's latest update highlights the rapid pace at which artificial intelligence is being integrated into the core of the workforce.
A taste of South India this Durga Puja at Garden Café in Kolkata
Sep 17, 2025, at 11:21 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: As Kolkata gears up for Durga Puja, Garden Café, one of the city’s longstanding vegetarian eateries, is inviting visitors to experience festive flavours with a South Indian touch.
Sep 17, 2025, at 06:58 pm
Samsung Electronics has announced the official rollout of One UI 8 — introducing advanced multimodal AI capabilities, a UX optimized for different device form factors and personalized, proactive suggestions to make everyday life smarter and more convenient.
iPhone users are claiming the newly-released iOS 26 update is fast draining battery life
Sep 17, 2025, at 04:54 pm
iPhone users are claiming that the newly-released iOS 26 update is fast draining the battery life.
Google lays off more than 200 AI contractors: Reports
Sep 16, 2025, at 04:59 pm
IT major Google has laid off more than 200 contract workers who were working on its Artificial Intelligence projects, including Gemini, according to media reports.
Sep 15, 2025, at 05:22 pm
Social media is all about AI trends these days and the latest being Indian women sharing their Benarasi-saree class images on Instagram, giving a close competition to the Nano Banana craze that is sweeping the online world.