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Owaisi, Chandrashekhar Azad join hands to challenge BJP in 2027 UP elections | Bihar shocker: Gang-rape survivor thrown off building roof in fresh attack | J&K horror: Two missing SPOs found dead with bullet wounds in Kishtwar | Two missing SPOs found dead with bullet wounds in J&K's Kishtwar | Owaisi, Chandrashekhar Azad join hands to challenge BJP in 2027 UP polls | At least 3 CRPF personnel injured as terrorists open fire on security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam | Hijack threat on Air India flight sparks security alert at Kolkata airport before take-off | TMC Canning Paschim MLA Paresh Ram Das arrested at Kolkata airport in rape, extortion cases | Megaspeed breaks silence on Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang row, denies illegal China chip transfers | Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits extramarital affair amid shocking Chinese spy allegation

How Lifestyle Habits Affect Your Term Insurance Premium In India

Nov 12, 2026, at 05:24 pm

How Lifestyle Habits Affect Your Term Insurance Premium In India

See Clearly. Think Clearly. The Science Behind Modern Vision

Nov 12, 2026, at 03:33 pm

We tend to notice vision when something goes wrong. A road sign looks unclear or small text becomes difficult to read. Otherwise, seeing feels automatic. But there is a lot happening between looking at something and knowing what it is. Light enters the eyes, information is sent to the brain, and the brain interprets what has arrived. Understanding how vision works helps researchers explore this relationship.

Logitech gives 7,000 employees a day off to play GTA VI, Here's why

Nov 11, 2026, at 02:17 pm

Gamers across the world are eagerly awaiting the release of Grand Theft Auto (GTA) VI next week. Adding to the excitement, computer peripherals manufacturer Logitech is giving its 7,000 employees worldwide a day off to play the highly anticipated game or any other game of their choice.

Samsung subsidiary Harman launches Drops: All you need to know

Nov 10, 2026, at 06:01 pm

Harman, a subsidiary of Samsung, has announced the launch of Drops, a new music discovery platform designed to help users find their next favourite artists and songs through personal recommendations and shared musical experiences.

Get married in 3 years or get your money back: China's AI dating app makes unusual promise

Nov 10, 2026, at 02:43 pm

Beijing/IBNS: A Chinese dating application has introduced an unusual promise to refund users' membership fees if they fail to get married within three years, in a unique marketing strategy aimed at transforming the matchmaking business.

South Korean crypto exchange GOPAX suspends withdrawals amid hacking threats

Nov 09, 2026, at 06:16 pm

South Korean cryptocurrency exchange GOPAX has suspended withdrawals as a precautionary measure following hacking threats, media reports said.

Diwali magic! Sand Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik's stunning Lord Ram artwork wins hearts

Nov 08, 2026, at 05:55 pm

India will be brightly lit tonight on the occasion of Diwali, and joining the festive mood, sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a 25-foot-long bow of Lord Ram using sand and 1,000 traditional earthen diyas at Puri Beach.

Diwali 2026: UAE, US, Pakistan and Sri Lankan leaders extend warm wishes

Nov 08, 2026, at 01:32 pm

World leaders, including UAE Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, extended their greetings on Diwali, wishing people across the globe peace, prosperity and happiness.

Samsung Galaxy Ring gets major Health upgrade: Sleep Apnea detection now available

Nov 07, 2026, at 06:00 pm

Samsung Electronics has announced that its updated Sleep Apnea feature is now available on Galaxy Watch and Ring.

Apple Health app goes global! Redesigned version adds support for 11 languages

Nov 07, 2026, at 04:50 pm

Tech major Apple has unveiled a redesigned Health app, expanding its language support to include global English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish and Vietnamese, bringing personalised health insights to millions of users worldwide.

What happened to Bengal's entrepreneurial spirit? ‘Merchants to Moguls’ explores the question

Nov 06, 2026, at 04:23 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Why did Bengal's entrepreneurial spirit, once represented by some of the region's most prominent industrialists and business pioneers, fail to sustain the same momentum in later generations? This question formed a key part of the discussion at the launch of Sarojesh Mukerjee's book Merchants to Moguls: The Story of Bengal's Business Titans on Thursday.

No sweets, no hampers! Delhi company surprises employees with iPhone 16 Diwali gifts

Nov 04, 2026, at 01:32 pm

A Delhi-based company has caught the internet's attention after gifting iPhone 16 devices to its employees as Diwali presents, sparking a flurry of reactions on social media.

Rangolis, diyas and Indian delicacies: Swiss Embassy joins Diwali celebrations

Nov 04, 2026, at 10:54 am

As India gears up for Diwali celebrations, the Embassy of Switzerland in New Delhi has joined the festivities by decorating its premises with colourful rangolis and lights.

Binance resumes withdrawals after $6 billion crypto shock: What users need to know

Nov 01, 2026, at 05:07 pm

Binance has resumed cryptocurrency withdrawals days after a massive cyberattack reportedly affected more than $6 billion in funds, prompting the world's largest crypto exchange to temporarily suspend all withdrawals.

Finland invites singles from around the world for free to find love

Nov 01, 2026, at 04:52 pm

Helsinki: Finland is inviting singles from around the world to apply for a blind-date group dinner in Helsinki or Tampere in February 2027, with applications open until November 10, according to Business Finland.

Binance sets aside $6.34 billion after massive crypto heist. What we know so far

Oct 31, 2026, at 09:18 am

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance on Friday said it had set aside more than $6.34 billion in company funds to deal with the fallout of a massive security breach, with $5 billion held in the exact token assets that were stolen.

'Made in India, served to the world': PM Modi showcases Banas Dairy's mega French fries plant

Oct 30, 2026, at 11:20 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday virtually inaugurated an expanded French fries processing facility operated by Banas Dairy in Gujarat, showcasing India's growing food-processing capabilities with the message, "Farm to Factory to Fries. Made in India. Served to the World."

Apple's biggest MacBook Pro upgrade yet? Touchscreen, dynamic island and 24-hour battery

Oct 30, 2026, at 05:41 pm

Tech major Apple has introduced the all-new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display, featuring breakthrough tandem OLED technology that delivers game-changing front-of-screen performance.

Theobroma finally arrives in Kolkata! Sauraseni Maitra inaugurates first store

Oct 30, 2026, at 03:16 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Actor Sauraseni Maitra inaugurated the first Kolkata outlet of popular dessert chain Theobroma in Salt Lake on Wednesday, marking the brand’s much-awaited entry into the city.

Binance hit by $6.3 billion crypto heist: North Korean hackers suspected

Oct 30, 2026, at 02:35 pm

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has reported that approximately $6.3 billion worth of funds were stolen in a major security incident, potentially making it one of the largest cryptocurrency heists in history.

'I was living in denial': Ex-Microsoft employee takes 30-day challenge to land a higher-paying job after layoff

Oct 29, 2026, at 04:21 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: A former Microsoft employee has shared his experience of being laid off by the tech giant in an Instagram Reel that has struck an emotional chord with social media users.

Kolkata gets a Sara Ali Khan moment! Actor opens Kalyan Jewellers' Kankurgachi showroom

Oct 29, 2026, at 01:43 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan inaugurated Kalyan Jewellers' fifth showroom in Kolkata's Kankurgachi area on Wednesday, marking the jewellery retailer's latest expansion in the city.

Bihar Museum beats Louvre, New York’s Met to break into world’s top 10. Timing and ticket details here

Oct 28, 2026, at 02:58 pm

Bihar Museum has secured a place among the world’s top 10 museums, ranking ahead of Paris’ Louvre and New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art on the 2026 World’s 100 Best Museums list compiled by Germany-based independent travel guide Worth a Journey.

Instagram takes on YouTube! 90-minute videos coming as Meta makes a big move

Oct 28, 2026, at 02:39 pm

Menlo Park/IBNS: In an apparent move to compete with YouTube, Instagram is testing a new feature that will allow creators to post horizontal videos of up to 90 minutes, signalling a major expansion beyond its short-form video format, Reels.

Inside a cage to send a message! Actor Prantika Das stages unique protest outside Kolkata’s Victoria Memorial to free birds

Oct 27, 2026, at 06:53 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Actor and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India supporter Prantika Das staged a protest outside Victoria Memorial on Tuesday against the illegal trade and captivity of birds, following a Calcutta High Court directive extending restrictions on unauthorised animal trade across West Bengal.

Microsoft's AI push comes at a cost! Tech giant offers voluntary buyouts as workforce fears grow

Oct 27, 2026, at 03:01 pm

Washington DC/IBNS: Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to eligible employees as the technology giant seeks to cut costs and redirect investments towards artificial intelligence (AI), media reports said.

Bill Gates sounds alarm on AI! ‘Hire the robot, fire the human’ warning raises fears of mass job losses

Oct 27, 2026, at 02:59 pm

Washington DC/IBNS: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has warned that business incentives to replace human workers with artificial intelligence (AI) could lead to widespread job losses, raising concerns about the future of employment in an increasingly automated world.

Bengali creator Preeti Sarkar, face of L'Oréal Paris Chai Latte shade, hosts fan meetup in Kolkata

Oct 27, 2026, at 04:27 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali content creator Preeti Sarkar hosted her first community meetup with L'Oréal Paris in Kolkata on Monday, marking the Chai Latte hair colour shade that carries her image on its packaging.

America’s 250th anniversary reaches Kolkata with U.S. Navy band’s pop and rock show

Oct 27, 2026, at 03:47 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The U.S. Navy band The Orient Express performed in Kolkata earlier this month, brought by the U.S. Consulate General to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Jogen Chowdhury, master of expressive figurative art, dies at 87

Oct 25, 2026, at 11:43 am

Eminent Indian artist Jogen Chowdhury, one of the most influential figures in modern Indian art, has died at the age of 87, according to ABP Ananda.