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‘Time to move on’: Bombay HC sends strong message in Vijay Mallya-bank dispute | Netaji row explodes in Bengal: Suvendu Adhikari orders police action over ‘derogatory’ posts | Kolkata's NRS Hospital nurse found dead in washroom during night shift | RG Kar rape-murder case takes fresh turn as ex-TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh arrested over cremation probe | ‘Govt has nothing to hide’: Amit Shah says ‘ready for debate’ on NEET crackdown; Rahul Gandhi hits back, ‘not interested in lecture’ | Tata Sons leadership shock: N Chandrasekaran won’t seek reappointment as chairman after February 2027 | ISI-linked Pakistani national arrested in Bengal over 'espionage' targeting Army, BSF, Railways | Mumbai landslide horror: 6 killed, 4-5 feared trapped under rubble in Kurla | Jharkhand student protest turns tense: Water cannons, lathicharge after Assembly march barricades breached | ‘Mother tongue is as pure as one's mother’: Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government makes Tamil Thaai Vazhthu mandatory in big language push

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

Jul 29, 2026, at 04:34 pm

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

Jul 29, 2026, at 02:15 pm

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.

Kitchen Floor Design Ideas That Pair Perfectly with Stone-Clad Walls

Jul 29, 2026, at 12:24 pm

Stone cladding on kitchen walls is one of the most popular accent treatments in Indian homes right now. A rough-cut stone wall behind the cooking area or the breakfast counter adds texture, warmth and a sense of permanence that paint or wallpaper cannot match.

Coca-Cola-owned Fairlife resumes production after cyberattack

Jul 29, 2026, at 09:31 am

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

Jul 28, 2026, at 05:56 pm

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

Jul 27, 2026, at 04:04 pm

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

Jul 27, 2026, at 10:32 am

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'

Jul 26, 2026, at 07:26 pm

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

Jul 26, 2026, at 04:03 pm

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.

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

Jul 25, 2026, at 05:30 pm

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

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

Jul 25, 2026, at 05:30 pm

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.

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

Jul 25, 2026, at 04:03 pm

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

Jul 24, 2026, at 04:12 pm

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

Jul 24, 2026, at 02:57 pm

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.

Diamond Stud Earrings for Every Face Shape

Jul 23, 2026, at 03:01 pm

What makes one pair of diamond earrings an everyday pick while another stays tucked away in the jewellery box? It's rarely just about the sparkle. The diamonds may be just as bright, the design similarly refined, yet one pair feels right the moment you put it on.

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

Jul 22, 2026, at 11:41 pm

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

Jul 22, 2026, at 05:44 pm

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

Jul 22, 2026, at 05:12 pm

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

Jul 22, 2026, at 11:03 am

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

Jul 20, 2026, at 06:46 pm

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

Jul 20, 2026, at 02:34 pm

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.

'High salary is a trap': Career expert's viral take divides the internet

Jul 19, 2026, at 07:29 pm

A career counsellor has sparked a debate on social media after claiming that earning more than Rs 2 lakh a month often becomes a trap rather than a pathway to greater freedom in India.

He checked his work email on vacation—What he discovered left him shocked

Jul 19, 2026, at 05:07 pm

A 31-year-old Reddit user has claimed he discovered he had been laid off while on vacation after an automated reply to an email unexpectedly revealed that he was no longer employed.

'It's Not in Our Hands': How This NEET Topper Stayed Focused Through Uncertainty

Jul 18, 2026, at 03:32 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Every NEET aspirant faces moments of self-doubt, disappointing scores and the pressure of one of the world's toughest entrance examinations. For Aritra Kr Chakraborty, who secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 284 in NEET-UG 2026, the key was learning from setbacks and demotivation, such as a paper leak, rather than avoiding them.

Apple Music just got more expensive—Here's how much you'll pay now

Jul 18, 2026, at 03:12 pm

Apple Music has increased its subscription prices across several markets worldwide, marking its first price hike since 2022.

One woman's healthy snack idea for office colleagues leaves samosa lovers furious online

Jul 17, 2026, at 05:58 pm

Replacing the traditional evening snack of samosas and tea with a healthier alternative may sound like a good idea, but one office's decision has sparked a lively debate on social media.

Love music? Samsung's new Wi-Fi speakers bring immersive 3D sound home. Check out the price

Jul 17, 2026, at 05:44 pm

Samsung India on Friday launched the Music Studio Series, a new range of Wi-Fi speakers designed to deliver an immersive audio experience while complementing modern home interiors.

Win a dream trip to Azerbaijan! MDJ launches 'Couple No. 1 – Season 5' in Kolkata

Jul 17, 2026, at 03:23 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Mahabir Danwar Jewellers (MDJ) has launched ‘Couple No. 1 – Season 5’, a celebration of love and enduring relationships on Tuesday.

Prabha Khaitan Foundation, French Embassy explore deeper Indo-French cultural collaboration

Jul 17, 2026, at 02:06 pm

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

Jul 16, 2026, at 01:46 pm

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.