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Samsung reveals Freestyle Plus ahead of CES 2026 — What makes this AI screen different?

Samsung Electronics on Friday announced the global launch of The Freestyle+, its latest AI-powered portable projector designed to deliver a more flexible and personalized entertainment experience across a wide range of spaces.

Historic shift at Hyundai India: Tarun Garg takes charge as first Indian CEO

Gurugram/IBNS: Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) on Thursday announced that Tarun Garg has officially assumed charge as the company’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO), effective January 1, 2026.

90 and full of energy! Veteran actress Sushma Seth reveals her daily routine for a healthy life

Mumbai/IBNS: Veteran actress Sushma Seth has said that a disciplined lifestyle anchored in meditation, yoga and regular walking has helped her remain energetic and disease-free even at the age of 90.

Your work-from-home job might be gone sooner than you think, predicts top AI expert

Shane Legg, co-founder and Chief AGI Scientist at Google DeepMind, has warned that the accelerating development of artificial intelligence could significantly reduce remote jobs and work-from-home arrangements.

LG’s home robot is coming: CES 2026 reveal promises a ‘zero labour home’

Electronics major LG Electronics (LG) will be showcasing its new home robot, LG CLOiD, for the first time at CES 2026, held in Las Vegas from January 6-9.

CBSE postpones Class 10 and 12 exams; revised dates announced

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the postponement of certain Class 10 and Class 12 examinations originally scheduled for March 3, 2026, citing administrative reasons.

Visva-Bharati University unveils a transformational roadmap under Vice-Chancellor Dr. Probir Kumar Ghosh

A felicitation and media outreach programme was held at the Calcutta Press Club, honouring Dr. Probir Kumar Ghosh, Vice-Chancellor of Visva-Bharati University, and noted public relations expert and social activist Subhojit Roy.

Samsung TVs just got magical! Instantly relive your Google Photos memories on big screen

Electronics major Samsung Electronics on Monday announced that they are working to bring Google Photos to Samsung TVs to give users a seamless way to enjoy the moments that matter most, from trips and hobbies to everyday memories with loved ones — now on an immersive and larger screen.

Samsung to unleash AI, Robotics and digital health innovations at CES 2026

Electronic manufacturer Samsung Electronics on Monday announced it will showcase new projects that, with the support of its C-Lab program, are innovating in a wide range of fields, including AI, robotics and digital health, at CES 2026, the world’s largest consumer electronics and IT exhibition, running January 6-9.

Samsung’s 2026 audio revolution is here — Smarter multi-device sound will blow your mind

Samsung Electronics,  a leading maker of soundbars, has introduced its 2026 sound device lineup, marking a new chapter in how sound is experienced throughout the home.

Samsung brings an entire AI World to CES 2026 – You won’t believe what’s inside

Samsung Electronics on Friday announced that it will boldly break away from the conventional exhibition framework and present a new exhibition paradigm with The First Look at CES 2026, the world’s largest consumer electronics show, to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on Jan. 6–9.

Embarrassed by your old Gmail ID? You may finally fix it

It’s Christmas time, and Google has announced a long-awaited gift for users this festive season— the ability to change their Gmail email address.

Game-Changer alert! LG unveils ultragear evo with world’s first AI-powered 5K gaming tech

Electronic major LG Electronics (LG) announced recently the global launch of its new premium gaming monitor brand, UltraGear evo set to debut at CES 2026.

Beyond Old and New: Bickram Ghosh and the Art of Fusion at Serendipity

At the Serendipity Arts Festival’s tenth edition in Goa, percussionist and curator Bickram Ghosh advanced a compelling cultural argument—that tradition survives not by standing still, but by learning how to flow. Jayalakshmi Sengupta reports

OpenAI’s ‘Your Year with ChatGPT’ is here — Sam Altman reveals his personal AI recap

OpenAI, the maker of AI model ChatGPT, has launched its “Your Year with ChatGPT", a recap feature that can be used by netizens in those nations where it has been introduced.

Game-changer? Samsung unveils world-first 6K 3D Odyssey gaming monitor

Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled its most advanced Odyssey gaming monitor lineup yet, introducing five new models that push the boundaries of resolution, refresh rates and immersive visual performance.

Sona College of Technology hosts Think Salem 2025: To spur startup opportunity from Tier-2 Cities

Salem: The auditorium at Sona College of Technology was charged with youthful ambition as aspiring entrepreneurs in their early twenties — from Salem and cities across South India, including Kanyakumari, a town of just 22,000 people — converged at Think Salem December 20, 2025.

Apple’s next big move? iPhone 18 production testing to begin as early as January: Reports

Tech giant Apple is reportedly planning to begin mass production testing of the iPhone 18 series as early as January, according to media reports.

ChatGPT reveals your year — The AI-powered wrapped you didn’t know you needed!

AI company ChatGPT is rolling out its own version of Spotify Wrapped, an annual review feature called “Your Year with ChatGPT.”

Can college students make India’s roads safer? SIAM launches National Safety Challenge 2026

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), under its flagship Safe Journey initiative, has launched the National Road Accident Reduction Challenge 2026, a nationwide competition aimed at promoting road safety and encouraging innovative, solution-oriented thinking among college students.

Career switch or first job? Google launches Career Dreamer, aiming to guide users

Google has launched Career Dreamer, a new online tool designed to help users explore career options and make informed decisions about their professional journeys.

Samsung goes all-In on AI: Gemini-powered Vision Tech to debut at CES 2026

Electronics major Samsung Electronics on Monday announced that it will unveil its latest kitchen appliances lineup at CES 2026, including the latest iterations of its Bespoke AI refrigerator, over-the-range (OTR) microwave and slide-in range at CES 2026.

Lake Club Art Fair in Kolkata opens with strong focus on young artists

Kolkata, Dec 20: The fourth annual Lake Club Art Fair, showcasing fine works by more than 300 painters and craftsmen, was inaugurated at the club complex on Friday evening in the presence of hundreds of young artists and art lovers.

ACM India unveils National AI Olympiad 2026 to spot school talent for global AI stage

Bengaluru/IBNS: India has taken a significant step towards nurturing school-level talent in artificial intelligence with the launch of the Indian National AI Olympiad (INAIO) 2026.

IIT Kharagpur, Intuitive Foundation team up: AI could transform robotic surgery forever!

IIT Kharagpur, India’s first and largest IIT, has announced a new research programme in partnership with Intuitive Foundation, a non-profit organisation funded by Intuitive Surgical, a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery.

End of an era: First Femina Miss India Meher Castelino passes away

Mumbai/IBNS: Meher Castelino, India’s first Femina Miss India and a pioneer of fashion journalism, passed away on Wednesday, media reports said. She was 81.

What are the Best GMAT Mock Test Series in 2026?

Preparing for the GMAT Focus Edition can feel Overwhelming, especially with the new adaptive format. Also, more reasoning-heavy questions are introduced to increase the difficulty level. Many students struggle to understand how the examination system works and how timing errors affect students' final scores.

AI governance, prompt engineering and generative AI lead India's next wave of tech skills: Study

India’s technology workforce is entering a decisive new phase shaped by a surge in AI governance roles, an acceleration in cybersecurity hiring, and an unexpected rise of tier-2 cities as emerging digital talent engines, according to the Randstad Digital Technology Skills Insights Report: India, a data-rich study that maps the country’s fast-evolving digital skills landscape.

Bigger screens, smarter tech: Samsung supercharges Micro RGB TVs for 2026

Tech major Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. on Wednesday announced that in 2026, it will launch an expanded Micro RGB TV lineup, available in 55-, 65-, 75-, 85-, 100-, and 115-inch models.

Sona College of Technology: Many academic, research and industry-linked advances in 2025

The Sona College of Technology, known for its SonaSPEED motors powering ISRO’s Chandrayaan among other space missions since 2009, stepped up facilities to prepare talent for on-chip design and cybersecurity, in addition to launching a series of education initiatives to produce better student outcomes.