OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Sol at a fraction of cost — Here’s what it can do
OpenAI has launched a cheaper AI model, GPT-6.1 Sol, saying it offers performance close to its more advanced GPT-6 Astra at a fraction of the cost.
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Bluetooth-free earbuds are back! Bose launches $99 noise-cancelling model
Bose has announced its return to the wired-earbud market with the launch of the all-new Bose Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds.
Rupankar Bagchi’s unveils ‘Double Rupankar’ songs marking International Tourism Day
Kolkata/IBNS: Singer Rupankar Bagchi's two travel songs were unveiled on Friday as part of the ‘Double Rupankar’ release, bringing together music and the spirit of travel ahead of International Tourism Day.
Rs. 45,000 for a tiny room in Dubai! Indian-origin woman’s post sparks debate
An Indian-origin woman has shared her experience of paying around ₹45,000 a month for a small room in Dubai, prompting a range of reactions from social media users.
Got cash gifts at your wedding? This Rs. 10 lakh case has social media talking
An X post has sparked a debate over the tax treatment of wedding gifts after a user sought clarification on whether a large amount of cash received as a wedding gift could attract the scrutiny of the Income Tax Department.
Samsung unveils South Korea’s first financial-sector smart office powered by private 5G
Tech major Samsung Electronics on Monday announced that it is the sole vendor providing private 5G network solutions for a smart office at Hana Financial Group’s new headquarters in Incheon, South Korea.
‘One of my favourite watches’: Abir Chatterjee talks Citizen as brand marks 50 years of Eco-Drive
Kolkata/IBNS: Citizen Watches celebrated its golden jubilee anniversary of its Eco-Drive innovation on Thursday, with Bengali actor Abir Chatterjee joining the senior management of Citizen Watches India, to inaugurate a new flagship store at South City Mall.
Vishwa Shanti Yatra 2026 brings together 7,000 people across 12 states for peace
Kolkata/IBNS: The Akhil Bharatiya Adhyatmik Samiti (ABAS) organised the Vishwa Shanti Yatra 2026, bringing together more than 7,000 people across 12 states and over 30 cities in a nationwide campaign centred on peace, unity and harmony.
Bengaluru traffic horror: Viral video shows residents waiting 30 minutes just to exit their own complex
Bengaluru has remained a traffic nightmare for commuters for several years.
Laid off after 16 years, man lands job after 6 months—Shares 6 lessons he wishes he knew earlier
A young market research analyst with 16 years of work experience, who was unexpectedly laid off six months ago, has attracted attention on social media after sharing how he eventually landed a new job and the lessons he learned during his period of unemployment.
Google turns 28: The nostalgic doodle that took the internet back to its early days
Search engine giant Google on Sunday celebrated its 28th anniversary with a colourful doodle on its homepage, taking internet users on a nostalgic trip down memory lane by featuring an early version of its iconic logo.
Sony AATH adapts ‘Worst Cooks in America’ for new Bengali unscripted reality series
Kolkata: Bengali entertainment channel Sony AATH has announced 'Raandhuni Na Kaanduni', an unscripted celebrity cooking competition adapted from the American format 'Worst Cooks in America', premiering October 3.
‘We can only do it together’: Albanese calls for global action on climate, AI
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday called for greater international cooperation to tackle the climate crisis, emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and the erosion of international rules, saying countries must work together to address challenges confronting the world.
National Award-winning ‘Ramnami’ puts spotlight on community behind Chaltabagan’s ‘Nishan’ theme
Kolkata: The Manicktala Chaltabagan Lohapatty Durga Puja Committee has welcomed the National Film Award for Ramnami, which was named Best Hindi Documentary at the 72nd National Film Awards.
Man saves Rs. 15 lakh, but one thing his parents do leaves him ‘guilty’
A Reddit user recently shared an emotional account of his personal life on the platform, revealing that he felt guilty after reaching a major financial milestone while watching his parents continue to cut back on everyday expenses.
American dream gets expensive: NRI reveals how much H-1B families need to earn to live comfortably in 10 US cities
Earning enough to maintain a comfortable lifestyle in the United States can be challenging for families, particularly amid changes and uncertainty surrounding H-1B visa rules.
Apple drops a huge surprise for iCloud+ users in India: Free Apple TV and over 200 games
iCloud+ subscribers in India will gain access to Apple TV and Apple Arcade as part of their subscription at no additional cost, Apple has announced.
Human vs Robot! Influencer enters ring with 6-foot humanoid in wild fight
A bizarre and futuristic spectacle unfolded in the US as an American influencer stepped into an arena to take on a six-foot humanoid robot, creating scenes reminiscent of The Terminator and blurring the line between science fiction and reality.
Thiagarajar Polytechnic College receives Education Excellence Award for the fifth time
Salem: As the boundaries between engineering disciplines disappear, young engineers must prepare to work across disciplines, experiment, prototype and solve real-world problems, Mizoram Governor General V. K. Singh (Retd.) said at the 5th IE(I) Engineering Education Excellence Summit & Awards 2026 in New Delhi on September 19.
Ramayana tales lesson to Gen Z, professionals, modern families & world: New Book
Can the Ramayana be more than the epic clash between good and evil and the narratives of duty, devotion, love, and destiny? Yes, the sacred text is a journey through ideals of righteousness that help people navigate their personal and professional lives with wisdom and integrity, according to a new book.