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Google brings Gemini-powered 'Polish' feature to Gmail to transform rough notes into professional emails

California/IBNS:  American tech giant Google has unveiled two new updates in its ‘Help me write’ feature for Gmail, which include a new ‘Polish’ option and ‘Refine my draft’ shortcuts on Android, iOS, and web versions.

Mumtaz M Kazi: The Woman Behind Asia's First Diesel Engine Train

“With Grace And Determination, No Barrier Is Too Great And No Dream Is Too Distant”

Kolkata: American Consulate organises ‘Study in the U.S.’ fair, 26 colleges, universities participate

Representatives of nearly 26 US colleges and universities shared information about studying in the United States at a free higher education fair at The Oberoi Grand in Kolkata on Monday.

Kolkata: From wearables to art, women entrepreneur trio to exhibit their creations at Cafe Darjeeling from Aug 23

Two's company, three's a crowd. Well, not quite right always. For when three Kolkata friends  with diverse creative talents bring together their passion, they aim to pull crowds instead.

Toronto hosts first ever Bengali food festival and foodies are craving for more

Sandesh. Alur Dom. Morog Polao. Rosogolla. These are just some of the iconic foods that reflect the rich Bengali culture and cuisine.

Sona College of Technology among top 50 ‘Innovation Institutes’ listed by NIRF 2024

The Salem-based Sona College of Technology has earned an impressive position in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024 results announced on August 12, 2024, making it the only engineering college in the city—home to two dozen government and private engineering colleges—to achieve this distinction.

All my characters are imperfect and crazy: Sudeshna Chakravarty on debut romcom novel Oddly Perfect

Journalist-turned-writer Sudeshna Chakravarty's first outing with a full-fledged novel- Oddly Perfect- is billed as seriously hilarious to catch the funny bones of readers. Published by Alcove Publishers in association with the literary agent The Book Bakers, the author brings out a lively piece of work which is "creatively poised and brilliantly played with the help of words." The writer in conversation with IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra

Kolkata to remember singer KK on Aug 25 with musical night by Alive India Music Foundation

Alive India Music Foundation will host a heartfelt musical night tribute to late singer KK (Krishnakumar Kunnath) on Aug 25 at the Science City Main Auditorium. 

UN Member States finalise new treaty that targets cybercrime

UN Member States have finalised a new treaty targeting cybercrime, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) reported on Friday.

United States Air Force Band of the Pacific Performs in Kolkata

The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata presented the United States Air Force Band of the Pacific’s brass quintet in a historic first-time performance in Kolkata on Saturday.

AI eroding classical Guru-Shishya Parampara of Indian classical music: Tarun Bhattacharya

Indian Santoor icon Tarun Bhattacharya recently said he feels the traditional Guru-Shishya Parampara in Indian classical music is getting eroded due to the recent implementation of Artificial Intelligence by the next generation of musicians.

Nvidia's new AI chip delayed due to design flaws, could affect Microsoft, Google, Meta: Report

California/IBNS: American chip maker Nvidia Corporation’s upcoming artificial intelligence (AI) chips will be delayed by at least three months due to design flaws, The Information reported, citing two people who help produce the chip and its server hardware.

There is immense potential for collaboration in edtech sector between India, UK: British Deputy High Commissioner Andrew Fleming

British Deputy High Commissioner to East and Northeast India Andrew Fleming said on Friday that there is immense scope for collaboration in education technology sector between India and the UK.

Kolkata's Acropolis Mall reopens tomorrow: Here's list of retail shops that are ready to operate

Kolkata/IBNS: Forty-nine days after it was shut due to a fire incident, Acropolis Mall in Kolkata is set to reopen on Saturday.

'Not a couture show, I stand by our design': Tarun Tahiliani responds to flak over Team India's Olympics costume

Celebrated fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani, who is showered with reproval on the Internet for going wrong with the Indian Team's outfits in the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris, was roped in to design the costumes by the Indian authorities.

Apple releases first preview of iPhone Apple Intelligence

In a highly anticipated move, tech major Apple has unveiled the iPhone Apple Intelligence integration.

Seventh Corporate Car Treasure Hunt 2024 held in Kolkata

The Indian Oil Kolkata on WHEELS 7th Corporate Car Treasure Hunt 2024 was a resounding success, captivating Kolkata with an exciting motoring chase that saw 50 corporate houses competing fiercely for top honors.

Kolkata: Bengali actor Tota Roychowdhury, Dr Apurba Ghosh launch book on Pediatric Dermatology

Actor Tota Roy Chowdhury joined Dr. Apurba Ghosh and singer Rupankar Bagchi for the launch of a book titled 'Sishu Twak Ojana Katha' during an event in Kolkata's Rotary Sadan recently.

Open AI to challenge Google with its new AI-powered search engine named SearchGPT. Here is how to try it

Giving a challenge to Google, Open AI has launched an artificial-intelligence-powered search engine named SearchGPT which will provide users real-time access to users from the internet.

Bangla bands should focus on original composition: Bhoomi's Soumitra Ray

Premier Bangla band Bhoomi, which was formed way back in 2000, is completing 25 years of its journey amid occasional turbulence. In an interview with IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh, Bhoomi's lead singer Soumitra Ray speaks on the band's journey, future and more in the 25th year of the group...

Religion of Humanity: Kidney swap saves lives of Hindu, Muslim patients in Uttar Pradesh

Both kidney donated patients are from different religions, but their families have set a big example by following the tenets of one faith- the religion of humanity.

I can see the Indian museum sector making great strides over the next decade: Vinod Daniel

India Vision Institute's CEO and veteran museum expert Vinod Daniel hopes to see the Indian museum sector make great strides in the coming decades. IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra discussed the future of museums and how he plans to continue his philanthropic works with IVI in future. Excerpts

Asam Sahitya Sabha branch opened in Kolkata

Kolkata: A branch of the century-old Asam Sahitya Sabha was inaugurated in Kolkata on Monday in the presence of its president Dr Surya Kanta Hazarika at the Assam Bhavan.

Dr. Probal Roy: A mountaineer and a good samaritan

A pall of gloom descended in Kolkata's contiguous South 24 Pargana District of West Bengal as well as among the mountaineering fraternity in the state when the demise of one of the noted  ENT specialists and a keen mountain lover  Dr. Probal Roy was received. 

Kolkata: First ever outlet OfOudh 1590 at Deshapriya Park gets brand new look

Kolkata's Mughlai restaurant chain Oudh 1590 recently unveiled the refreshed look of its maiden outlet at Deshapriya Park.

Radhika Merchant's bridal look is every bit ethereal. Check pics here

Mumbai/IBNS: The bridal look of bride Radhika Merchant was shared by stylist Rhea Kapoor as she geared up for her wedding with Anant Ambani on Friday and oh boy, she nailed it in a stunning lehenga designed by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla.

NEET-PG exam to be held this month, question paper to be prepped 2 hours prior: Reports

New Delhi/IBNS: The NEET-PG exam, conducted for admission to postgraduate medical courses, will be held this month, media reports said after the Home Ministry met officials from the government's anti-cybercrime body.

HireMee joins hands with Global Mentorship Initiative to bridge the gap between graduation and jobs

In a first of its kind, HireMee, an AI-enabled Talent Assessment and Hiring platform, has signed a MoU with Rockefeller Foundation’s Global Mentorship Initiative (GMI) to bridge the gap between graduation and first career jobs for young graduates from diverse communities.

Kriti Sanon graces launch of Fujifilm's instaxmini SE in India

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Kriti Sanon graced the launch of Fujifilm's latest addition, instaxmini SE, in Mumbai on Monday.

Samsung teases next frontier of Galaxy AI in different cities

Ahead of Galaxy Unpacked July 2024, ‘Galaxy AI is Here’, Samsung Electronics launched a global billboard campaign in anticipation of the next chapter of Galaxy AI.