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Stampede at Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 premiere show leaves one woman dead, her son critical | Devendra Fadnavis picked as BJP legislative party head, set to be Maharashtra CM | Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's visit to violence-hit Sambhal thwarted | Man tries to shoot Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal at entrance of Golden Temple, arrested | Joe Biden announces $1 billion humanitarian assistance for 31 African countries during his visit to Angola | South Korean president lifts martial law order hours after imposing it | With plaque around his neck, ex-Punjab Dy CM Sukhbir Singh Badal serves punishment at Golden Temple in Amritsar | Devendra Fadnavis meets Eknath Shinde in Mumbai as suspense over Maharashtra CM post continues | South Korean President declares emergency martial law citing opposition of being 'anti-state forces' | Hours after closing consular office in Tripura, Bangladesh summons Indian envoy in Dhaka

Google One subscription is available at a discounted rate now, check out the price

Jan 03, 2024, at 11:35 pm

Google Drive, the storage arm of a tech major, is offering the service at a discounted rate for Android, iOS, and desktop.

Study says VR users need an emotional connection to virtual worlds, not better graphics

Jan 03, 2024, at 10:26 pm

Being wowed by powerful graphics is not enough for a person to feel fully immersed in a virtual-reality (VR) world – a strong emotional response to the simulated environment is essential too, according to a new study from the University of Bath.

Messaging app Telegram's latest update adds improved calls with a colourful new design

Jan 03, 2024, at 03:20 pm

Messaging app Telegram released its 10th update in 2023 which added improved calls with a colorful new design that uses less phone battery.

Global premium smartphone market’s sales are likely to grow 6 percent YoY in 2023: Study

Jan 02, 2024, at 11:36 pm

The global premium smartphone (wholesale price ≥$600) market’s sales are likely to grow 6% YoY in 2023 to hit a new record, according to Counterpoint Research’s Market Pulse Service.

WhatsApp bans 71,96,000 accounts in India in November. Here is the reason behind it

Jan 02, 2024, at 04:09 pm

Popular messaging platform Whatsapp on Monday (January 1, 2024) said it banned 71,96,000 accounts in India in November.

Hyundai India announces Deepika Padukone as global brand ambassador

Dec 30, 2023, at 04:21 pm

Auto major Hyundai India has named actress Deepika Padukone as the new global brand ambassador.

Tech major Samsung announces new medication tracking feature to health app

Dec 30, 2023, at 03:16 pm

Tech major Samsung Electronics recently announced a new Medications tracking feature that will be added to the Samsung Health app to help users manage their health more comprehensively.

Microsoft rolling out major Copilot update on Edge for Android and iOS powered devices

Dec 29, 2023, at 11:33 pm

IT major Microsoft is all set to roll out a major Edge browser update for smartphones with more AI-powered Copilot features, media reports said.

Meta-owned platform Whatsapp to launch revamped dark mode soon

Dec 29, 2023, at 11:15 pm

The popular message-sharing app WhatsApp is working on introducing a new background colour for its web client’s dark theme.

Tech major Microsoft likely to launch AI-enabled Surface laptops

Dec 29, 2023, at 11:12 pm

Software major Microsoft is gearing up to upgrade its  Surface Laptop lineup with new AI-enabled features, media reports said.

Researchers find new Android backdoor which infected 338,300 devices via malicious apps

Dec 29, 2023, at 04:15 pm

Experts believe an Android backdoor named 'Xamalicious' has infected approximately 338,300 devices via malicious apps on Android's app store Google Play.

Malfunctioning robot attacks Tesla engineer in Giga Texas factory: Reports

Dec 28, 2023, at 11:26 pm

A Tesla engineer was injured after a malfunctioned robot attacked him in the company's Giga Texas factory near Austin, a shocking incident matching scripts of James Cameron's 'The Terminator' series movies.

Bengali actress Priyanka Sarkar announces winners of 'Glamourama Face of 2023' in Kolkata

Dec 28, 2023, at 05:10 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali actress Priyanka Sarkar announced the names of the winners of the maiden edition of 'Glamourama Face of 2023,' which aims to celebrate the "essence of beauty and talent".

When less is more: Capsule wardrobes drive sustainable fashion in the US and India

Dec 27, 2023, at 11:37 pm

When University of Georgia student Kyndal Coleman moved into her college apartment, she discovered she’d have to make do with a small closet. So she pared down her wardrobe to keep just a few versatile essentials.

TECNO Smartphones names Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone as brand ambassador

Dec 27, 2023, at 10:36 pm

Smartphone maker TECNO on Wednesday announced actress Deepika Padukone as its brand ambassador.

Users can now share status update on Whastapp Web, check out the way you can use it

Dec 27, 2023, at 08:44 pm

Meta-owned instant messaging app Whatsapp users can now share their status on the web version of the platform.

Apple Vision Pro headset may hit stores early next year: Reports

Dec 27, 2023, at 04:21 pm

Tech giant Apple may soon launch its highly anticipated gadget, Vision Pro, in 2024.

Gmail adds an 'unsubscribe' button which promises to help users manage bulk emails easily

Dec 27, 2023, at 03:06 pm

Gmail has rolled out a feature to ensure users can easily get rid of bulk emails.

Sam Altman-backed Humane to begin shipping of ChatGPT-powered AI Pin in March 2024, check out the price

Dec 26, 2023, at 11:06 pm

Sam Altman-backed AI company Humane on Tuesday (December 26, 2023) announced it will start shipping its ChatGPT-powered AI Pin from  March 2024.

Study names a special ingredient that can make your coffee tastier

Dec 26, 2023, at 10:50 pm

Adding a squirt of water to coffee beans before grinding reduces static electric charge on the coffee grounds, new University of Oregon research shows.

India celebrates Christmas with zeal and enthusiasm

Dec 26, 2023, at 04:52 am

As the nation illuminates with colourful displays of festivities, Christmas in India presents a captivating blend of traditions, celebrations, and collective joy.

Singing maestro Rashid Khan undergoes treatment for cancer in Kolkata hospital

Dec 25, 2023, at 10:29 pm

Eminent vocalist Ustad Rashid Khan, who is the 10th generation face of the Rampur Sahaswan gharana, is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer at a hospital in Kolkata and his condition is said to be critical.

ITC Hotels ushered in Christmas spirit at their Kolkata addresses with traditional art and objects of Bengal

Dec 25, 2023, at 03:39 am

Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Hotels' two properties in Kolkata – ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar – ushered in the Christmas spirit this year through two spectacular artistic creations.

How Kolkata ordered food on Swiggy in 2023: Chicken biriyani most ordered food; Gulabjamun outshined Rosogolla

Dec 23, 2023, at 08:25 am

Kolkata: Restaurant aggregator Swiggy Friday shared Kolkata’s top trends in food delivery with the How India Swiggy’d 2023. Swiggy’s year-end order analysis from Kolkata confirmed that food continued celebrated in the city.

Canalys Research says Microsoft to end Windows 10 support which may hit 240 million PCs

Dec 22, 2023, at 03:56 pm

Microsoft Corp plans to end support for  Windows 10 operating system may leave about 240 million personal computers (PCs) in landfills.

Prabha Khaitan Foundation hosts an enriching session of Kalam with Dr Sachchidanand Joshi in Kolkata

Dec 22, 2023, at 02:29 am

Kolkata: The crisp winter weather in India is time to celebrate many literary events. The country's cultural hub Kolkata was not behind when on a December morning, the city-based Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) hosted a cherishing literary session with renowned scholar-theatre artist Dr Sachchidanand Joshi bringing together some of the bright minds. 

Beware of Smishing: Centre warns citizens

Dec 20, 2023, at 10:53 pm

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), the country's nodal agency to deal with cybersecurity threats, has warned people of a malicious practice named Smishing.

Phulkari to Fashion Week: How Punjab is setting the Indian luxury agenda

Dec 20, 2023, at 08:58 pm

India’s relationship with luxury is undergoing a fascinating metamorphosis. Gone are the days of prioritizing practicality over panache; a new generation of discerning consumers is driving a surge in high-end indulgence, and renowned international brands are scrambling to adapt.

Indian government issues high-risk warning regarding multiple vulnerabilities in several Apple products

Dec 16, 2023, at 03:45 pm

The Indian government on Friday issued a high-risk warning for several Apple products, citing multiple vulnerabilities that might pose a threat to users and device security.

Centre warns Samsung phone users of major security threats

Dec 16, 2023, at 06:25 am

New Delhi: The Centre has issued a high-security alert for Samsung Galaxy phone users.