An X user's claim that a Delhi astrologer could be earning around Rs 2.5 crore annually has sparked an online debate over the profession, its business model and the growing demand for personalised astrological consultations.
Electronics major LG Electronics has announced a collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to transform its televisions into digital art displays, allowing users to showcase works from the museum's collection at home.
Tech major MSI has announced that its XpertStation WS300, based on the NVIDIA DGX Station architecture, is now shipping.
NVIDIA’s Gamescom announcements have revealed several upcoming additions to GeForce NOW, including new ways to play, expanded device and platform support, and a major lineup of PC games coming to the cloud.
A viral video has captured the attention of social media users, showing an Indian grandmother having an adorable conversation with an artificial intelligence chatbot, seemingly mistaking it for a real person.
Google has rolled out its new Expert Intelligence feature, which allows users to leverage artificial intelligence to gain personalised insights from e-books purchased through Google Play Books.
Samsung Electronics has announced the Galaxy S26 FE, the latest addition to the Galaxy S26 family and the first device in the lineup to launch with One UI 9.
Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner has confirmed that the German capital is being blackmailed by hackers who compromised the city's computer systems and stole data in a recent cyberattack.
Samsung Electronics has announced its 2027 Odyssey gaming monitor lineup at Gamescom 2026, the world’s largest gaming event, being held in Cologne, Germany from Aug. 26-30.
Tech major Apple has revealed that its latest launch event will be held on September 9 when iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max devices are expected to be unveiled.
Salem: Thiagarajar Polytechnic College celebrated its 66th Graduation Day last week with 100% of its graduating batch of 692 students securing placements across 11 disciplines.
Kolkata/IBNS: Sanskriti, a 31-year-old fashion house with two branches in Kolkata, brought its latest collection, Bunon, to the city through a solo exhibition-cum-sale on Friday, combining its long association with boutique culture with an exhibition and sale.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to two five-star hotels in New Delhi’s Aerocity after inspections uncovered a series of food safety and hygiene violations, including expired sweets, pest infestations and improper food storage.
Apple has unveiled its next-generation M6 and M5 Ultra chips, bringing major gains in performance and AI capabilities to the new Mac mini and Mac Studio.
Google Cloud has unveiled Gemini Enterprise for Financial Services, a purpose-built agentic AI solution engineered for financial professionals.
The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and Netflix have announced scholarships for 100 students, offering up to 80% financial support across six professional programmes comprising two one-year diploma programmes and four six-month certificate programmes.
A French woman has expressed surprise at the widespread use of UPI payments in India, saying the digital payment system is used for everything from buying tea to making purchases at tiny roadside businesses.
Garmin has introduced the fēnix 9 and fēnix 9 Pro, new multisport GPS smartwatches designed to help athletes and adventurers improve performance, train smarter and explore farther.
Samsung Electronics will showcase its comprehensive gaming ecosystem spanning PC, console and mobile gaming at Gamescom 2026, one of the world’s largest gaming events, taking place in Cologne, Germany, from August 26 to 30.
Kolkata/IBNS: Padma Shri awardee Dr. Mukesh Batra launched his latest book, TOXIC, at Oxford Bookshop in Kolkata on August 21. The book examines forms of toxicity beyond conventional physical exposure, including mental, emotional, spiritual and digital influences on everyday life.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has notified the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) with a budgetary outlay of Rs 62,500 crore to strengthen India's mobile phone manufacturing ecosystem and boost the country's competitiveness in global markets.
Kolkata/IBNS: Sanskriti, a 31-year-old fashion house with two branches in Kolkata, brought its latest collection, Bunon, to the city through a solo exhibition-cum-sale on Friday (August 21), combining its long association with boutique culture with an exhibition and sale.
New Zealand is set to join the growing list of countries seeking to restrict social media access for children under 16, with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announcing plans to introduce legislation aimed at protecting young users online.
Travelling and the desire to enjoy life have prompted many people to rethink their priorities and career goals.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued more than 150 notices to food companies in recent months over alleged misleading advertisements, false claims and violations of labelling regulations, the food regulator said on Saturday.
Kolkata/IBNS: The Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) on Wednesday announced this year's Regional Apprenticeship Day, a annual flagship event, keeping the evolving time in mind, where young graduates and diploma holders tend to transit from classrooms to workplaces and can often determine how effectively education translates into opportunity.
Kolkata/IBNS: FinX, a platform for BFSI learning in India, on Thursday inaugurated its new campus in the city to expand access to industry-oriented financial education and BFSI skills for young individuals.
Sony India has announced the launch of the FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS, the latest addition to its full-frame Alpha™ E-mount lens lineup.
Designed for students, creators, and young professionals with dynamic lifestyles, the new Fastrack Bags Laptop Collection brings together utility, style, and self-expression in one elevated range. Anchored by the campaign tagline, "Carry More, Weigh Less," the collection is thoughtfully designed to be lightweight, making it the perfect companion for work, travel, and everyday life.
Landing a job at Google may be a dream for many tech professionals, but for one New York-based techie, the high-paying role was only a temporary stop on his career journey.
