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As Taslima Nasreen returns to Kolkata, a look at her controversial books that changed her life journey

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.

Jeet, Ishaa Saha turn heads at DCOSMEDICS' grand new launch in Kolkata

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.

As Taslima Nasreen returns to Kolkata, a look at the controversial books that changed her life

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

WhatsApp just made calling easier: You can now make video calls without downloading any app

Meta-owned WhatsApp on Tuesday announced a new feature that allows users to make and receive audio and video calls directly from their web browsers, eliminating the need to download a desktop application.

Millions at risk? IOM sounds alarm as forced online scam networks expand worldwide

A job advert can hide a criminal network, and a single click can lead to a nightmare. Hundreds of thousands of people are trafficked every year on the promise of legitimate work abroad, only to be held captive and forced into online scam operations.

Apple launches device leasing program in US through Klarna. All details here

Tech giant Apple has introduced a new device leasing programme in the United States in partnership with payments company Klarna, offering customers a flexible way to access the latest Apple devices through monthly payments.

Rs 1 crore salary, 3 houses—But borrows money to file tax? CA's story stuns internet

A post by a Chartered Accountant on X has gone viral after she shared the story of an IIT graduate who appeared wealthy on paper but was struggling with a liquidity crunch.

Coca-Cola-owned Fairlife resumes production after cyberattack

Coca-Cola has announced that fairlife, LLC, its dairy subsidiary, has resumed the majority of production at its four manufacturing facilities in the United States after recovering from a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized third-party access to some of its systems.

AI could make our jobs disappear in 5 years, claims Indian techie couple earning Rs. 5 lakh monthly

An Indian software engineer has sparked an online debate after revealing that he and his wife earn a combined Rs. 5 lakh per month but still fear their careers could become obsolete in the coming years due to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI).

India hands over new college building in Nepal, boosting higher education in remote region

A college building constructed with financial assistance from the Government of India was recently inaugurated in Doti district of Nepal's Sudurpaschim Province.

Project Prayas: Taj Hotels, Prabha Khaitan Foundation turn hospitality floors into learning spaces for young adults with special needs

At most hotels, the welcome is where hospitality begins. At Taj Bengal this week, it was also where something bigger began — a partnership that puts young adults with special needs at the very front of the house, greeting guests, serving welcome beverages and discovering, often for the first time, what they are capable of in a professional workplace. It is like a classroom at the front desk with a concierge.

Origin Energy confirms customer data leak; hacker says 'I've dumped over 2 million records'

Australian power producer Origin Energy Limited (Origin) has confirmed that a cybersecurity incident led to the unauthorised access and disclosure of customer data, although the total number of affected customers remains unclear.

He rejected a TCS job—now his rice business earns ₹25 lakh a year

A recent post on X has caught widespread attention after revealing the story of a man who reportedly turned down a job offer from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to start a rice distribution business that now earns him around ₹25 lakh annually.

Raima Sen reveals why every girl needs a diamond as Forevermark opens first Kolkata store

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film actor Raima Sen has inaugurated Forevermark Diamond Jewellery's first dedicated showroom in the city as the brand marks its entry here.

AI race heats up as SK Group and NVIDIA expand strategic collaboration. Is it a game changer?

SK Group and NVIDIA have announced plans for a $500-billion-plus comprehensive partnership to establish AI infrastructure serving the surging demand.

Samsung, Broadcom strike massive $200 billion AI chip deal through 2030

Samsung Electronics and Broadcom on Saturday announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to significantly expand their strategic collaboration across memory and foundry technologies, aiming to accelerate the development of next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 with enhanced AI, slimmer design and upgraded cameras

Samsung Electronics has unveiled its latest Galaxy Z foldable smartphone lineup, introducing the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8. The company said the new range is designed to bring foldable smartphones to a wider audience by offering three distinct devices tailored to different user needs.

OpenAI's ChatGPT Health is here, promising smarter answers to your questions

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health for users across the United States, introducing a dedicated health workspace designed to help people better understand and manage their health information.

For the first time, South City Mall steps from spectator to participant in Kolkata's Durga Puja tradition

Kolkata/IBNS: Every Durga Puja begins long before the first drumbeat echoes through the city. It begins with a ritual that quietly marks the arrival of Bengal's biggest festival, turning anticipation into celebration.

Meet CIRQA Smart Band: Garmin introduces screen-free health and fitness tracker

Tech brand Garmin on Wednesday announced CIRQA Smart Band, its first screen-free smart band that tracks advanced fitness and wellness features—all without the need for a subscription.

OpenAI confirms AI model went rogue, targeted Hugging Face

OpenAI on Tuesday said that last week AI platform Hugging Face disclosed a new kind of security incident⁠ after they detected and contained an AI agent that compromised their infrastructure.

'Why go to protest when I could study and improve my score?': NEET re-test topper on ignoring the negativity

New Delhi/IBNS: Amid sweeping protests over the NEET-UG paper leak, one of the toppers in the re-examination has narrated his approach, which was focused on returning to the study desk.

Sona College of Technology Fashion Technology students win Ministry of Textiles' Design Innovation Hackathon

New Delhi: Three BTech Fashion Technology students from Sona College of Technology, Salem—Nandheeswar M., G. Saran and Sushmitha K. S.—won First Prize at Sanrachna, the Product Development and Design Innovation Hackathon organised by the Ministry of Textiles during BharatTex 2026 in New Delhi from July 14 to 17, 2026.

Samsung brings Mona Lisa to your living room with major Louvre Art store expansion

Samsung Electronics has expanded its Samsung Art Store by adding 34 new artworks from the Louvre Museum, taking the total number of masterpieces from the iconic French institution available on the platform to 51.