Win a dream trip to Azerbaijan! MDJ launches 'Couple No. 1 – Season 5' in Kolkata
Kolkata/IBNS: Mahabir Danwar Jewellers (MDJ) has launched ‘Couple No. 1 – Season 5’, a celebration of love and enduring relationships on Tuesday.
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Prabha Khaitan Foundation, French Embassy explore deeper Indo-French cultural collaboration
Kolkata/IBNS: The Prabha Khaitan Foundation hosted a high-level French delegation led by Thierry Mathou, Ambassador of France to India, for wide-ranging discussions on strengthening cultural collaboration between the two countries.
From memory to modernity: Shiphra Bhattacharjee’s ‘In Bloom’ blossoms at KCC
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata opened its doors to 'In Bloom', an art exhibition celebrating 50 years of the artistic journey of veteran artist Shipra Bhattacharya, at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC) on Tuesday. Notable figures from the worlds of art, culture, business and fashion attended the opening.
Anthropic makes premium Claude free for US teachers: Here’s what educators get
Technology major Anthropic on Tuesday announced the launch of a new programme offering verified K-12 educators in the United States free access to premium Claude capabilities.
Samsung introduces Flex Titanium technology for next-gen Galaxy foldable devices: All details here
Electronics major Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled its new Flex Titanium technology for the next generation of Galaxy foldable devices.
Big upgrade for your kitchen? LG launches luxury French Door Refrigerator range
LG Electronics India said it has strengthened its premium home appliances portfolio with the launch of its new French Door Refrigerator range, led by French Door Refrigerator with Auto Ice Maker in the 83.82 cm (33) width segment. Designed to address evolving lifestyle needs of modern Indian households, the new range combines premium design, intelligent storage and advanced cooling technologies to deliver enhanced convenience, freshness management and everyday usability.
Will West Bengal get its second IIT? Government to seek IIT status for IIEST Shibpur
Kolkata/IBNS: The West Bengal government will soon submit a proposal to the Centre seeking the upgradation of the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur into an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar announced on Monday, according to media reports.
From Momos to Bhutanese delights: Taj Taal Kutir’s Himalayan Food Festival takes Kolkata by storm
Taj Taal Kutir, Kolkata, renowned for its seamless blend of colonial charm and contemporary elegance, invites guests to experience an extraordinary gastronomic journey with ‘The Himalayan Trail’, an exclusive culinary showcase at The Verandah, the hotel’s all-day diner, from 17 July to 2 August 2026.
Downloaded a VPN for safety? Study finds many popular apps could expose your data
Many digital users rely on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to combat security threats, allowing the application to view, intercept and handle all user traffic in return for hiding identifying information from third parties. Yet a new mobile VPN security testing framework—MVPNalyzer—found many popular VPNs breach user trust, according to a University of Michigan Engineering study.
As AI becomes central to smartphones, OPPO's Reno16 series looks beyond the camera
Kolkata/IBNS: There was a time when smartphones competed on hardware alone. Today, the conversation has shifted towards intelligence, creativity and the ability to become a companion for work as much as everyday life.
Skin and Wellness Clinic marks second anniversary with launch of Emsculpt Neo
Kolkata/IBNS: The skin and wellness clinic, led by Debarpita Bhattacharyya and Dr. Shraddha Pandey, celebrated its second anniversary on Saturday with the unveiling of Emsculpt Neo, an advanced body contouring technology that brings together muscle building and fat reduction in a single non-invasive treatment.
'Coding is going away first': Anthropic CEO's stark AI warning to young professionals
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to transform the workplace, with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei predicting that coding will be among the first professions to be extensively automated before AI gradually takes over broader software engineering tasks.
BSNL is offering satellite phones at Rs.1,34,166. What are the features?
State-owned telecom major BSNL is offering satellite phone service to consumers, promising to connect in situations where conventional mobile networks can’t reach
Meet GPT-Live: OpenAI's new voice AI can talk like a real person
As more people turn to AI chatbots for companionship and everyday conversations, OpenAI is aiming to make those interactions feel even more human with the launch of GPT-Live, its next-generation voice model.
Google may finally unveil Pixel 11 on August 12: What do we know so far?
The wait for Google enthusiasts may soon be over, with the tech giant reportedly set to host its next Made by Google launch event for Pixel hardware on August 12 in New York City, according to The Verge.
Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Here's when the next foldables will be revealed
Samsung Electronics has announced it will host Galaxy Unpacked in London, U.K
Big boost for Indian education! IIM Bangalore to open first international campus in Indonesia
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced that the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) will establish its first international campus in Indonesia, marking a major step in the global expansion of India's premier higher education institutions.
AI layoffs rise, but Forward-Deployed Engineers are among most in-demand tech professionals
Your job is no longer safe in the age of AI. The warning is growing louder across the tech industry as artificial intelligence reshapes the global workforce. In recent years, rapid advances in AI have coincided with waves of layoffs, leaving a lasting impact on employees.
From AI to killer robots: UN chief Antonio Guterres issues chilling global warning
UN chief António Guterres appealed on Monday for far-reaching, worldwide controls on Artificial Intelligence, as increasingly powerful AI chips that are designed for civilian use shift to the battlefield, where “killer robots” are already the norm.
Samsung unveils UFS 5.0 solution for next-gen on-device AI applications. All you need to know
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the development of its next-generation Universal Flash Storage (UFS) 5.0 solution, designed to deliver significantly faster performance for future smartphones, wearables and extended reality (XR) devices running on-device artificial intelligence (AI).
They left the city for Manali and started saving Rs. 30,000 every month
A corporate couple is gaining widespread attention online after revealing that their decision to relocate to Manali for remote work has helped them reduce their monthly expenses by around ₹30,000.
Studying in Australia just got costlier—Here’s how much you’ll now pay
The Australian government has increased the application fee for its Student Visa (Subclass 500) by AUD 500, making it more expensive for international students, including those from India, planning to pursue higher education in the country.
This man's honest take on remote work is going viral—Millions can relate
An internet user's candid reflection on the realities of remote work has gone viral, striking a chord with thousands on social media.
India aims to become a global education hub: Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar
Kolkata/IBNS: Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar recently said the government aims to make India a global study destination, promising a changing landscape of education.
Bengal must rebuild public education from the ground up: Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta
Kolkata/IBNS: Calling for a fundamental overhaul of West Bengal's public education system, State Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta on Friday said the sector requires "rebuilding" rather than incremental improvement, as he highlighted the state's acute skill shortage and the continuing exodus of young talent.
Sony India launches Alpha 7R VI. Check out the price
BenQ India launches TH575i: smart full HD home entertainment projector with built-in Google TV. Check out the price
BenQ India, a global leader in display and projection technology, on Friday announced the launch of the BenQ TH575i, a Smart Full HD home entertainment projector designed to make large-screen viewing simple, accessible, and enjoyable for modern households.
PlayStation just dropped a huge surprise: Call of Duty: MW3 is free for PS Plus members
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games lineup for July 2026, headlined by the blockbuster title Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. Subscribers will also get access to For The King II and CrossCode at no additional cost.
Samsung’s New Galaxy A27 5G comes with 120Hz display and AI features — Full details inside
Samsung has announced the launch of its Galaxy A27 5G in India, priced at ₹28,999.
WhatsApp just changed forever! You can now chat without sharing your phone number
Meta-owned WhatsApp, which has more than three billion users worldwide, has announced a major privacy-focused feature that will allow people to connect using unique usernames instead of phone numbers.