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Samsung topples Apple to regain top spot as world's largest smartphone brand in Q1 2024

Tech major Apple slipped from the numero uno position of being the world’s biggest mobile phone seller after a steep sales drop, as per data released by the International Data Corporation.

iPhone users can now even repair their smartphones with used Apple parts

Tech major Apple recently announced an upcoming enhancement to existing repair processes that will enable customers and independent repair providers to utilize used Apple parts in repairs.

From Lata tribute to Hamma Hamma song, Sourendra-Soumyajit offer power packed performance in Kolkata

Kolkata/IBNS: From Lata tribute to Hamma Hamma song, singing duo Sourendra-Soumyajit has offered a power packed performance at a concert recently in Kolkata.

Streaming service platform Roku says cyberattack breached 576000 accounts

Streaming service provider Roku on Friday said a cyberattack has compromised about 576,000 accounts.

Apple warns users in India, 91 other nations, over possible 'mercenary spyware' attacks

Tech major Apple has warned users in India and 91 other nations that their iPhone might have been potentially attacked by 'mercenary spyware'.

iPhone 16 leak: It is rumoured to come in multiple new colours with big updates in battery

Mumbai/IBNS: It will be interesting to observe what advancements Apple makes with the iPhone 16 series this year after the release of the iPhone 15 series in 2023.

Three-day Russia-India Education Forum to start tomorrow in New Delhi

New Delhi/IBNS: The Russian Embassy in India will host Russia-India Education Forum in New Delhi on April 11-13 (Thursday-Saturday).

‘Local Shops on Amazon’ delivers fresh flowers, pooja essentials, rangoli, & more same day from stores near you

Kolkata: Chaitra Navratri marks the beginning of Hindu new year and it is celebrated with festivals like Poila Baisakh, Baisakhi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Bohag Bihu and Maha Vishubha, Sankranti across different regions of the country.

Tulips leave visitors amazed in Jammu and Kashmir's Sanasar Garden visitors

Around 2.5 lakh blooming tulips are leaving tourists amazed at the picturesque Sanasar garden nestled amid the lush green meadows of Ramban district in Jammu and Kashmir.

BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi hosts interfaith cultural event Omsiyyat

The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi recently hosted an interfaith cultural evening called ‘Omsiyyat’ which witnessed the participation of more than 200 leaders and community members from diverse faiths and backgrounds.

Tesla plans to unveil 'Robotaxi' in August

Businessman Elon Musk has said his Tesla will unveil Robotaxi this year.

Ontario's Hamilton restaurant wins international award for best cheese pizza slice

Hamilton/IBNS: A Ontario pizzeria, Cowabunga pizzeria of Hamilton, has won an award for best cheese pizza slice in the world at the International Pizza Challenge in Las Vegas against major players from the worldwide pizza scene.

Le Rythme& AWIPL hosts skill development programme on 'Accounts Executive' in Kolkata

Air Water India Private Limited (AWIPL), a leading Japanese Multinational and Le Rythme, an ISO Certified Philanthropic Organisation promoting Art, Culture & Skill Development programmes, across the country, jointly organised a skill development programme on Accounts Executive at Budge Budge, Kolkata.

Vi launches mobile loud gaming service, check out the subscription rate

To cater to the continuously evolving interests of consumers, telecom operator Vi has partnered with Paris headquartered CareGame, to launch mobile cloud gaming service - Cloud Play.

IIT Bombay Director raises concern over report that claimed 36% graduates failed to get jobs this year

Mumbai: The Director of IIT Bombay has raised questions over the methods employed in collecting data and making inferences by Global IIT Alumni Support Group, which claimed that nearly 36 percent of students of the institute have not secured jobs this year.

Open AI gives good news as user no more need to sign-up to access ChatGPT

You can now access ChatGPT without signing up to the platform, makers Open AI said.

IIT Guwahati partners with Samagra Shiksha Assam to host Mega Science and Maths Olympiad with over 1 lakh students

With the aim of fostering scientific curiosity and mathematical proficiency among students in the state, the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati in collaboration with Samagra Shiksha Assam, organized a massive Science and Maths Olympiad, one of the largest in the country.

Centre urges citizens to be careful while using public phone charging stations

The Indian government on Friday cautioned people against "USB charger scam" and warned them against using charging portals at public places such as airports, cafes, hotels, and bus stands.

Rejuvenate with naturopathy in Kolkata's luxury Vedic Village Spa Resort

Nestled in the natural beauty of West Bengal on the outskirts of Kolkata, the  Vedic Village Spa Resort  offers a serene and tranquil environment, ideal for relaxation and rejuvenation. The authentic architecture and sprawling landscape further enhance the experience, making it a haven for guests seeking wellness.

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference to begin June 10

Apple recently announced it will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) online from June 10 through 14, 2024.

IIT Madras partners with French firm Starburst Accelerator SARL to set up Start-up Hub

French aerospace and defence firm Starburst Accelerator SARLis partnering withIndian Institute of Technology Madras(IIT Madras)to set up an innovative hub for start-upswith a funding support of €100 million (100 Million Euros).

Recently released books by IGNCA uphold the age-old Indo-Japanese connection

New Delhi/IBNS:  Taking the Indo-Japanese bond a step further, Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) released two books, ‘Siddham Calligraphy of Sanskrit Hieronyms’ and ‘Sanskrit Manuscripts from Japan, Vol I’, at a function recently held in New Delhi.

BSF hosts Holi Mela in Srinagar ahead of festival of colours

Border Security Force (BSF) hosted ‘Holi Mela’ on the eve of the Holi festival at BSF campus Humhama in Srinagar on Sunday.

Apple releases iOS 17.4.1, check out how to update it

Tech major Apple on Thursday (March 21, 2024) released iOS 17.4.1 update, just two weeks after the company had unveiled its iOS 17.4.

NCERT to introduce new syllabi and textbooks for classes 3 and 6

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) will introduce new syllabi and textbooks for classes 3 and 6 starting from April 1, 2024, for the academic year 2024-25.

Bollywood beauty Sushmita Sen inaugurates SSBeauty store in Kolkata's Quest Mall

Bollywood actress and former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen visited Kolkata on Thursday to inaugurate a 9000 sq feet beauty verse at Quest Mall.

US files civil antitrust lawsuit against Apple over smartphone monopoly

The US Justice Department, joined by 16 other state and district attorneys general, filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against Apple for monopolisation or attempted monopolisation of smartphone markets in violation of Section 2 of the Sherman Act.

Over 100 students participate in Kolkata's US Consulate-hosted Poem Project

One hundred and twenty high school students of Kolkata participated in the US-India Poem Project hosted by the US Consulate on Thursday.

Amitabh Bachchan grew with time and technology: Prosenjit Chatterjee unveiling journalist Shoma A. Chatterji's book on Big B

Kolkata/IBNS: Amitabh Bachchan is a perfect example of how actors need to grow with "time and technology", said Tollywood superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee while unveiling a book on the 81-year-old movie legend by film scholar-journalist-author Shoma A. Chatterji in Kolkata recently.

Bengali rock band Fossils to release their new album 'Fossils 7' this year

Kolkata/IBNS: Popular Bengali rock band Fossils talked about their new album release 'Fossils 7' at Mirchi Fanfest here on Saturday.