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As AI takes over tech, Anthropic CEO urges youth to choose people-focused careers
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has advised students that they should think about careers that are more related to people.
US popular bakery Cheesecake Factory makes India debut with first store in Bengaluru
The Cheesecake Factory Bakery, one of America’s most popular dessert brands, has entered the Indian market with its first outlet in Bengaluru and its globally celebrated cheesecakes that have delighted diners for nearly five decades.
Tata’s Voltas launches AI AC that thinks for you — And slashes your power bill
Voltas Limited, the air-conditioning brand from the House of Tata, has introduced its Summer 2026 portfolio, headlined by the AI-enabled Vertis Inverter Split AC range. The new lineup marks a significant advancement in intelligent cooling technology tailored specifically for Indian conditions.
Ubisoft taps franchise legends to redefine Assassin’s Creed future
Vantage Studios, a subsidiary of Ubisoft, has announced the appointment of three senior leaders to spearhead the long-term vision, creative direction and continued growth of the Assassin’s Creed franchise.
AI alliance unveiled: India, Italy, Kenya sign strategic tech deal
A trilateral Letter of Strategic Intent was signed by Italy, India and Kenya to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.
India gets Amazon’s second-largest office in Asia – A game-changer for Bengaluru’s tech scene
Spanning 1.1 million square feet, Amazon’s second-largest single-building corporate campus globally sets new benchmarks for collaboration, sustainability, and innovation in India’s technology capital.
Captain Cool’s next big play: Swaraj Tractors extends strategic tie-up with MS Dhoni
Swaraj Tractors, a part of the Mahindra Group, on Monday announced the renewal of its partnership with MS Dhoni as the brand’s endorser.
UPSC aspirants misled? Coaching institute fined Rs. 15 lakh
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of Rs. 15 lakh on Vajirao and Reddy Institute for issuing misleading advertisements related to the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2023 results.
Samsung supercharges Galaxy AI with massive multi-agent expansion
Samsung Electronics has announced the continued expansion of Galaxy AI, reinforcing its vision for a rich, open and integrated multi-agent ecosystem. Built around Samsung’s vision of AI that reduces effort and steps across everyday tasks, Galaxy AI is designed to help users get things done more naturally with greater choice, flexibility and control.
Bloomsbury India releases book on AI policy, regulation, economic impact
Bloomsbury India has published Governing Artificial Intelligence (AI): From Technological Breakthroughs to Global Regulations and Market Power, a timely and policy-relevant examination of how AI has evolved from a technical innovation into a powerful force reshaping economies, markets, and governance systems worldwide.
90 million jobs at risk? Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani’s big AI warning
Chairman of Infosys, Nandan Nilekani, has warned that artificial intelligence could put more than 90 million jobs at risk globally while simultaneously creating 170 million new opportunities — signalling a profound shift in the future of work.
Meet Asha Sharma: The Indian-origin executive now leading Microsoft Gaming
US technology major Microsoft has appointed Indian-origin executive Asha Sharma as Chief Executive Officer of its gaming division, at a time when the industry is witnessing rapid transformation driven by artificial intelligence.
India can meet short-term AI power demand but needs sustained solutions, German Digital Minister says
Germany’s Federal Digital Minister, Karsten Wildberger, said the country can manage the near-term surge in electricity demand fuelled by artificial intelligence but will need more durable, long-term solutions to sustain future growth.
Battle of the bots: Indian startup Sarvam challenges global AI giants with ‘Indus’
Indian AI firm Sarvam has launched a chat app, Indus, as a competitor in the sector, which is witnessing tough competition among OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google.
OpenAI's growth story in India: ChatGPT crosses massive 100 million weekly users mark
US-based Artificial Intelligence firm OpenAI has said its ChatGPT platform is used by more than 100 million users weekly in India.
Claude Code Security: Anthropic is now using AI to find flaws in software
US-based AI company Anthropic has unveiled Claude Code Security, a new feature within its web-based Claude Code platform designed to detect and fix software vulnerabilities.
Inside PM Modi’s grand musical lunch: Tabla maestro Prodyut Mukherjee captivates global leaders
Prodyut Mukherjee, Grammy Jury member and GiMA award-winning tabla maestro, captivated an esteemed gathering at the Lunch Music Concert hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in honour of Antonio Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai at IIT Kharagpur Expo stall — Amplify initiative grabs spotlight
IIT Kharagpur showcased its Amplify Initiative at the Summit Expo in collaboration with Google Research India during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
Inside PM Modi’s grand musical evening: Tabla maestro Prodyut Mukherjee captivates global leaders
Prodyut Mukherjee, Grammy Jury member and GiMA award-winning tabla maestro, captivated an esteemed gathering at the Lunch Music Concert hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in honour of Antonio Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.
OpenAI chief Sam Altman says AI will reshape jobs — but society will adapt
OpenAI chief Sam Altman has said Artificial Intelligence will fundamentally reshape the job market, but stressed that society will eventually adapt — just as it did during past technological revolutions.
Google releases Gemini 3.1 Pro: Why is this model better?
Google has unveiled Gemini 3.1 Pro, a more advanced version of its flagship AI model, according to media reports and an official blog post.
'Chowringhee' author is no more! Veteran Bengali novelist 'Shankar' dies at 93
Kolkata/IBNS: Eminent Bengali novelist Mani Shankar Mukhopadhyay, popularly known by his pen name Shankar, died at a hospital on Friday afternoon, family members confirmed.
WhatsApp’s new feature lets new group members see old chats instantly
WhatsApp has rolled out Group Message History, a new feature aimed at making group chats more seamless and inclusive for new members.
PhonePe lets you skip the UPI PIN for payments up to Rs. 5,000
Indian fintech firm PhonePe has announced the launch of biometric authentication for UPI payments, enabling a faster and more seamless ‘one-touch’ payment experience for its users.
vivo drops V70 & V70 Elite with 50MP ZEISS Telephoto — Check out the price
Smartphone manufacturer vivo India on Thursday unveiled the vivo V70 and vivo V70 Elite in India, a seamless blend of refined design, performance, and advanced photography.
‘You will join the club’: Macron urges Modi to ban social media for minors
New Delhi/IBNS: French President Emmanuel Macron has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to join countries that have banned social media access for children and teenagers, stressing the need to protect young users from digital and AI-related harm.
Modi's big push: PM meets top deeptech CEOs, backs India as global AI powerhouse
Narendra Modi on Friday held a roundtable interaction with CEOs of AI and deeptech startups at Seva Teerth, commending innovators for taking bold risks and developing impactful, population-scale solutions across sectors.
Samsung unveils next-gen Bixby. What are the key features?
Samsung Electronics on Friday announced the beta program for its latest version of Bixby, upgraded to operate as a conversational device agent.
India’s AI dream goes big as L&T teams up with NVIDIA. Know all details
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has announced a proposed venture under the IndiaAI Mission to build sovereign, scalable GW-scale NVIDIA AI factory infrastructure to reinforce India’s position as a global AI powerhouse.