Is your Galaxy getting it next? Samsung expands One UI 8.5 Beta again
Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 beta program to additional Galaxy devices.
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New Sheriff Goutam Ghose to unlock Kolkata's buried colonial past — records untouched since the East India Company
Kolkata/IBNS: The Bengal, one of Kolkata's most distinguished socio-cultural organisations, hosted a special felicitation ceremony at Taj Bengal in honour of its Working President and celebrated filmmaker Goutam Ghose on his appointment as Sheriff of Kolkata — and the new Sheriff used the occasion to announce an ambitious plan to recover and restore the city's long-forgotten colonial history.
Tata-owned Taneira celebrates Poila Baisakh with a contemporary reimagining of Bengal’s iconic Lal-Paar Shada saree
Tata-owned fashion brand Taneira ushers in Poila Baisakh with the launch of a specially curated collection inspired by Bengal’s iconic Lal-Paar Shada saree, available across select Taneira stores in West Bengal.
Amazon drops bombshell: Older Kindle devices to lose key features from May 20
Amazon plans to discontinue Kindle Store functions on older devices released in 2012 and earlier, according to media reports.
India needs 10,000 trained conservators to safeguard heritage: Vinod Daniel
India Vision Institute CEO and veteran museum expert Vinod Daniel speaks to IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra on the Indian Conservation Fellowship Program, gaps in conservation, and the future of museums in India. Excerpts:
Viral video: Marwari wedding turns train coach into a ‘moving baraat’!
Indians are known for celebrating weddings in grand and unique ways, and a viral video is now showcasing one such extraordinary celebration. A Marwari family reportedly booked an entire train coach, turning it into a “moving baraat” for their wedding festivities.
Secret love boom? App for extramarital dating explodes in India
India is witnessing a notable shift in relationship dynamics, reflected in the rising popularity of apps catering to extramarital connections. In a society where marriage has traditionally been viewed as a social institution rather than a purely personal arrangement, this trend signals evolving perceptions of emotional companionship and fulfilment.
Do you still have an embarrassing Gmail ID? You can now change it — Here’s how
There is good news for Gmail users. The widely used email platform is now allowing account holders to change their email addresses — a feature being introduced for the first time in over two decades.
Tata Group-backed CaratLane’s US expansion accelerates—Second store opens in Frisco
CaratLane, a Tata product and an omnichannel fine jewellery brand, has announced the launch of its second retail store in the United States, located in Frisco, Dallas, Texas.
Big move by Samsung Electronics: New Windows browser comes with smart AI tools
Electronics major Samsung Electronics has announced the official launch of Samsung Browser for Windows, extending its popular mobile browser experience to PC with seamless cross-device continuity and new agentic AI capabilities designed to make the browsing experience easier and more intuitive.
AI just got bigger than ever: OpenAI’s $122 billion funding stuns the world
Artificial intelligence leader OpenAI has announced that its latest funding round has secured $122 billion in committed capital, pushing its post-money valuation to an impressive $852 billion.
Celebrating a legend: India Post unveils special cover for Annapurna Devi
Annapurna Devi Foundation has released a special cover from the India Post dedicated to Indian classical musician Annapurna Devi at the Kolkata GPO.
Google Maps gets smarter! AI now tells you exactly when to charge your EV
Google has announced that it will bring Maps’ AI-powered EV charging features to over 350 car models with Android Auto.
Sona College’s Fashion Technology Dept. opens admissions to its 4-year B Tech program
Salem: The Department of Fashion Technology, Sona College of Technology has announced admissions to its 4-year BTech program for the forthcoming academic year.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds expands in West Bengal: Where are the 3 new showrooms located?
Malabar Gold & Diamonds has expanded its footprint in West Bengal with the inauguration of three new showrooms located at VIP Road, Serampore, and Kanchrapara, further strengthening its presence in the state and enhancing accessibility to its jewellery collections for customers.
Samsung just supercharged BTS World Tour ‘ARIRANG’ with Galaxy tech
Electronics major Samsung Electronics has announced a global partnership with BTS World Tour ‘ARIRANG’, unveiling a new concert experience powered by Galaxy mobile technology.
Dolby Laboratories unveils stunning ‘Dolby House’ in Shanghai — You won’t believe what’s inside!
Dolby Laboratories , a global leader in immersive entertainment experiences, today announced the official opening of Dolby House Shanghai, its first global flagship experience center and a new platform to showcase the full power of Dolby across entertainment, technology and culture.
Music streaming just got a massive upgrade! Dolby, QQ Music unleash next-gen audio tech
Dolby Laboratories, a leader in immersive entertainment experiences, and QQ Music, Tencent Music Entertainment’s (TME) leading music streaming platform, announced the next evolution of Dolby Atmos technology will arrive on QQ Music’s mobile app soon – enabled by Dolby AC-4, Dolby’s flagship audio codec.
273 million kids out of school! Shocking UN report reveals global education crisis
The number of children and young people out of school worldwide has climbed for the seventh consecutive year, reaching 273 million, according to a new report from the UN education agency, UNESCO.
Miss Grand Thailand contestant’s Teeth fall off mid-stage — What she does next stuns everyone!
A contestant from Thailand turned an awkward onstage moment into a powerful display of confidence and grace.
Samsung unveils Galaxy Book6 Series in India with AI power, check out battery life
Consumer electronics major Samsung on Friday launched its Galaxy Book6 series in India, with prices starting at ₹1,27,990.
Samsung drops Galaxy A57, A37 5G with Pro Camera, AI—Midrange just got powerful!
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the new Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G, the latest Galaxy A series devices that bring Samsung’s newest mobile innovations — including enriched Awesome Intelligence — to more users worldwide.
Food, travel and untold stories: Shipra Khanna’s new show promises a delicious global ride
Mumbai/IBNS: Warner Bros. Discovery India has announced the launch of its new travel and food series, World On My Plate with Shipra Khanna, set to premiere at 7:00 pm on TLC on March 29.
Apple’s latest move could reshape American manufacturing—Here’s how
Tech major Apple on Thursday announced new members of its American Manufacturing Program (AMP), expanding the company’s long-standing commitment to bring even more advanced manufacturing and critical component production to the United States.
Beloved Timekeepers: From Kolkata’s New Market Clock to Icons Around the World
Recently, the famous clock of New Market of Kolkata chimed again after an eleven-year hiatus and launched a celebratory mood among the city folk. Why has this restoration sparked such enthusiasm? Or, for that matter, why do clocks in public squares around the world evoke such interest? Ranjita Biswas explores
What is Apple Business? Everything to know about the new platform
Tech major Apple on Tuesday announced Apple Business, a new all-in-one platform that includes key services companies need to effortlessly manage devices, reach more customers, equip team members with essential apps and tools, and get support from experts to run and grow efficiently and securely.
Som Tales: Soma Bose’s podcast celebrates the power of storytelling and conversation
In the rapidly evolving world of digital content, Som Tales—the podcast and storytelling platform created by acclaimed author and columnist Soma Bose—is emerging as a compelling creative space that celebrates the art of storytelling, thoughtful conversation, and cultural reflection.
OpenAI shuts down Sora app in a sudden announcement
Tech firm OpenAI on Tuesday announced it is shutting down AI video generation app, Sora, without stating any reason behind taking such an action.
Beyond celebration, Women’s Day at Loreto College centers on empowerment
Kolkata: Loreto College marked International Women’s Day with a series of events this month, including the conferment of a lifetime achievement award and a weeklong programme on women’s health and well-being.
AI in your car? Amazon-NVIDIA deal could change driving forever
Amazon is working with NVIDIA on a solution that could enable car manufacturers to combine Amazon's Alexa Custom Assistant (ACA) with the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX automotive computing platform and a broad portfolio of AI models to process requests directly in the vehicle.