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Discover what your favourite songs really mean with Spotify’s latest feature

Discover what your favourite songs really mean with Spotify’s latest feature

Spotify, the popular music streaming app, has introduced a new feature designed to give listeners more insight into the songs they love.

IBNSFeb 08, 2026
Software jobs at risk: AI could take over most coding tasks in just 6–12 months, warns  Anthropic CEO

Software jobs at risk: AI could take over most coding tasks in just 6–12 months, warns Anthropic CEO

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies in recent years, and a leading tech expert has warned that highly technical jobs, such as software engineering, could become largely obsolete within the next 12 months.

IBNSFeb 08, 2026
Who is Rouble Nagi? Indian teacher who built 800 learning centres wins $1 million global prize

Who is Rouble Nagi? Indian teacher who built 800 learning centres wins $1 million global prize

An Indian teacher known for transforming public spaces into interactive murals that teach literacy, numeracy, hygiene, and environmental awareness has been awarded the prestigious Global Teacher Prize.

IBNSFeb 08, 2026
India–US interim trade deal: Which food items gets cheaper, what stays protected

India–US interim trade deal: Which food items gets cheaper, what stays protected

India and the United States have finalised the framework of an interim trade agreement aimed at easing tariff disputes, expanding market access and setting the stage for a broader bilateral trade pact.

IBNSFeb 08, 2026
Apple is training the next generation of innovators in India—How to apply?

Apple is training the next generation of innovators in India—How to apply?

American tech major Apple is expanding its skill-building and training initiatives for people across its supply chain in India, introducing a new Apple Education Hub in Bengaluru and offering a broader suite of development courses at supplier facilities nationwide.

IBNSFeb 07, 2026
Apple unveils Xcode 26.3 power of agentic coding, know all details

Apple unveils Xcode 26.3 power of agentic coding, know all details

Tech major Apple has introduced Xcode 26.3, unveiling “agentic coding” — a new approach that enables developers to build apps using advanced coding agents such as Anthropic’s Claude Agent and OpenAI’s Codex.

IBNSFeb 06, 2026
‘50% call center jobs will go, upskilling a must’: IBM CEO warns of AI-driven layoffs

‘50% call center jobs will go, upskilling a must’: IBM CEO warns of AI-driven layoffs

IBM Chief Executive Officer Arvind Krishna has fuelled concerns over job losses due to rapid technological advancement, acknowledging that some roles will be eliminated by the artificial intelligence (AI) boom while expressing optimism about the creation of new jobs.

IBNSFeb 05, 2026
‘AI is the pin’: Zoho founder says SaaS model was doomed

‘AI is the pin’: Zoho founder says SaaS model was doomed

Mumbai/IBNS: Zoho founder and Chief Scientist Sridhar Vembu has said that artificial intelligence is the “pin that is popping the inflated balloon” of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies, a disruption he claimed to have anticipated well before the current AI boom.

IBNSFeb 04, 2026
Samsung’s #WithGalaxy challenge smashes Guinness World Records in India

Samsung’s #WithGalaxy challenge smashes Guinness World Records in India

Samsung, a consumer electronics brand,has announced that its nation-wide India #WithGalaxy photography challenge for Galaxy S Series has made it to the Guinness World Records (GWR).

IBNSFeb 03, 2026
Vintage automobiles steal the show at The Lake Club, Kolkata

Vintage automobiles steal the show at The Lake Club, Kolkata

Kolkata: All roads led to The Lake Club on Sunday as the EIMG Concours d’Elegance 2026 lit up the City of Joy with a dazzling display of rare, exotic and immaculately restored heritage vehicles.

IBNSFeb 03, 2026
Best Pizza in India! Japanese ambassador’s Bengaluru visit goes viral

Best Pizza in India! Japanese ambassador’s Bengaluru visit goes viral

Japanese Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, has often shared his love for Indian cuisine on social media, from vada pav to authentic Hyderabadi biryani.

IBNSFeb 02, 2026
India AI Impact Summit 2026 attracts over 35,000 registrations, 500 startups to participate

India AI Impact Summit 2026 attracts over 35,000 registrations, 500 startups to participate

The India AI Impact Summit, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from February 16-20, 2026, has attracted over 35,000 registrations so far.

IBNSFeb 02, 2026
Dalai Lama wins first Grammy at 90! What is ‘Meditations’ all about?

Dalai Lama wins first Grammy at 90! What is ‘Meditations’ all about?

Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama won his first Grammy Award at the age of 90 on Sunday (local time) for his spoken-word album Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, media reports said.

IBNSFeb 02, 2026
Next-level gaming alert! Samsung 2026 OLEDs pack NVIDIA G-SYNC

Next-level gaming alert! Samsung 2026 OLEDs pack NVIDIA G-SYNC

Tech giant Samsung Electronics on Monday announced that its 2026 OLED TV lineup and next-generation Odyssey gaming monitors are NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible, delivering smoother gameplay to meet the needs of gamers and display enthusiasts alike.

IBNSFeb 02, 2026
Heritage walk traces Medical College Kolkata’s 192-year journey of medicine, reform and nation-building

Heritage walk traces Medical College Kolkata’s 192-year journey of medicine, reform and nation-building

Kolkata/IBNS: Founded in 1835, Medical College, Kolkata—originally established as Medical College, Bengal—is not only the oldest medical college in India but also the first institution in Asia to impart systematic education in Western medicine.

IBNSFeb 02, 2026
What is ISM 2.0? Budget 2026 expands India’s semiconductor push

What is ISM 2.0? Budget 2026 expands India’s semiconductor push

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced the launch of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0 while presenting the Union Budget 2026–27, aimed at strengthening domestic production of semiconductor equipment and materials, developing full-stack Indian intellectual property (IP), and fortifying supply chains.

IBNSFeb 01, 2026
Budget 2026 goes big on AI: From farms to gaming, tech gets mega push

Budget 2026 goes big on AI: From farms to gaming, tech gets mega push

Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026–27 in Parliament on Sunday, highlighting emerging technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) as key drivers in fulfilling the second Kartavya — empowering citizens and building their capacity to become strong partners in India’s growth journey.

IBNSFeb 01, 2026
Brazilian visitor left amazed by Jharkhandi flavours at Bharat Parv 2026

Brazilian visitor left amazed by Jharkhandi flavours at Bharat Parv 2026

Bharat Parv at the historic Red Fort witnessed a vibrant moment of international cultural exchange at the stall of the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Ranchi, when a Brazilian national visited and expressed keen interest in the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Jharkhand.

IBNSJan 31, 2026
Zakaria Street Heritage Food Walk in Kolkata - Register Now to Taste a Living Culinary Legacy

Zakaria Street Heritage Food Walk in Kolkata - Register Now to Taste a Living Culinary Legacy

Zakaria Street, located in central Kolkata near Park Circus, is one of the city’s most storied food corridors. Known for its dense lanes, old residences, and long-established eateries, the area has for decades been synonymous with Mughlai cuisine and Ramadan food traditions.

IBNSJan 30, 2026
India AI Impact Summit 2026 is calling — WaveX opens doors to game-changing innovators!

India AI Impact Summit 2026 is calling — WaveX opens doors to game-changing innovators!

WaveX has invited applications from startups for participation in the India AI Impact Summit 2026, to be organised by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, from February 16 to 20 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

IBNSJan 30, 2026
From search to simulated worlds: Google’s project genie changes the AI game

From search to simulated worlds: Google’s project genie changes the AI game

Google is taking another bold step toward immersive artificial intelligence, opening access to Project Genie — an experimental prototype designed to let users generate and explore dynamic virtual worlds in real time.

IBNSJan 30, 2026
vivo’s Boldest V series Yet? V70 & V70 elite pack ZEISS Optics and Snapdragon firepower

vivo’s Boldest V series Yet? V70 & V70 elite pack ZEISS Optics and Snapdragon firepower

Tech major vivo is set to introduce the vivo V70 and vivo V70 Elite, marking the most evolved expression of what the V Series represents.

IBNSJan 30, 2026
India’s first AI-enabled state university takes shape as govt, Google join hands

India’s first AI-enabled state university takes shape as govt, Google join hands

New Delhi/IBNS: Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary has outlined the Government’s vision for integrating Artificial Intelligence across education and skilling ecosystems at Google’s AI for Learning Forum held in New Delhi.

IBNSJan 30, 2026
Rich tribute to Bhupen Hazarika at Kolkata Book Fair marks birth centenary

Rich tribute to Bhupen Hazarika at Kolkata Book Fair marks birth centenary

Kolkata/IBNS: “‘Sudhakantha’ Dr. Bhupen Hazarika belongs not only to Assam, West Bengal, or India, he is, in the truest sense, a global artist.

IBNSJan 29, 2026
Airtel gives 360 million users Adobe Express Premium free for a year—create pro-quality content instantly!

Airtel gives 360 million users Adobe Express Premium free for a year—create pro-quality content instantly!

Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecom giants, is empowering its 360 million customers nationwide with Adobe Express—the easy-to-use app that lets anyone create professional-quality designs, videos, and social content in minutes.

IBNSJan 29, 2026
BCC&I Session:  Experts say India is emerging as a global cybersecurity power

BCC&I Session: Experts say India is emerging as a global cybersecurity power

A special session organised by The Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCC&I) concluded that despite regulatory challenges and persistent technical vulnerabilities, India’s strategic emphasis on in-house development and the rapid strengthening of its cybersecurity operations workforce position the country as a resilient player in the global security ecosystem.

IBNSJan 28, 2026
Bharat Parv: What happens when a French visitor tries Jharkhandi Food?

Bharat Parv: What happens when a French visitor tries Jharkhandi Food?

Bharat Parv–2026 continues to serve as a vibrant platform for cultural exchange, with a visitor from France experiencing the traditions and cuisine of Jharkhand for the first time and expressing deep appreciation for the state’s cultural heritage showcased by Jharkhand Tourism.

IBNSJan 28, 2026
WhatsApp rolls out ‘strict account settings’ for users seeking extra security

WhatsApp rolls out ‘strict account settings’ for users seeking extra security

Meta-owned WhatsApp has introduced an advanced security option that allows users to opt into stronger protections against hacking and surveillance, joining a growing list of US tech firms offering enhanced safeguards for high-risk users.

IBNSJan 27, 2026
Samsung’s Olympic edition Galaxy Z Flip7 brings AI, dual recording, and victory selfies

Samsung’s Olympic edition Galaxy Z Flip7 brings AI, dual recording, and victory selfies

Samsung Electronics, a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, on Tuesday unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition, a special device exclusively designed for athletes competing at the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.

IBNSJan 27, 2026
You won’t believe Apple just introduced software update for 2013 iPhone 5s!

You won’t believe Apple just introduced software update for 2013 iPhone 5s!

Tech giant Apple has surprised users by releasing an update for the iPhone 5s, a device first launched in September 2013.

IBNSJan 27, 2026
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