Samsung introduces New Odyssey lineup for fast-paced gaming at Gamescom 2026
Samsung Electronics has announced its 2027 Odyssey gaming monitor lineup at Gamescom 2026, the world’s largest gaming event, being held in Cologne, Germany from Aug. 26-30.
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Apple event confirmed for September 9—Here’s what iPhone fans can expect
Tech major Apple has revealed that its latest launch event will be held on September 9 when iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max devices are expected to be unveiled.
66th Graduation Day: Thiagarajar Polytechnic records 100% placement for graduating batch of 692 across 11 disciplines
Salem: Thiagarajar Polytechnic College celebrated its 66th Graduation Day last week with 100% of its graduating batch of 692 students securing placements across 11 disciplines.
31 years of fashion, one grand showcase: Sanskriti’s Bunon brings Kolkata’s fashion scene alive
Kolkata/IBNS: Sanskriti, a 31-year-old fashion house with two branches in Kolkata, brought its latest collection, Bunon, to the city through a solo exhibition-cum-sale on Friday, combining its long association with boutique culture with an exhibition and sale.
BRICS Summit venues under scanner: FSSAI flags food safety violations at 2 Delhi five-star hotels
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to two five-star hotels in New Delhi’s Aerocity after inspections uncovered a series of food safety and hygiene violations, including expired sweets, pest infestations and improper food storage.
Apple’s new M6 and M5 ultra chips could change Mac performance forever
Apple has unveiled its next-generation M6 and M5 Ultra chips, bringing major gains in performance and AI capabilities to the new Mac mini and Mac Studio.
Google Cloud unveils Gemini Enterprise for finance: What it can do
Google Cloud has unveiled Gemini Enterprise for Financial Services, a purpose-built agentic AI solution engineered for financial professionals.
Want to break into film and storytelling? IICT, Netflix announce scholarships across 6 programs. How to apply?
The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and Netflix have announced scholarships for 100 students, offering up to 80% financial support across six professional programmes comprising two one-year diploma programmes and four six-month certificate programmes.
‘Wow… I really didn’t expect this’: French woman amazed by India’s UPI culture
A French woman has expressed surprise at the widespread use of UPI payments in India, saying the digital payment system is used for everything from buying tea to making purchases at tiny roadside businesses.
Garmin’s new fēnix 9 Pro is a beast: Titanium build, LTE and 57-day battery
Garmin has introduced the fēnix 9 and fēnix 9 Pro, new multisport GPS smartwatches designed to help athletes and adventurers improve performance, train smarter and explore farther.
Samsung’s epic gaming showcase is coming to Gamescom 2026—Gamers won’t want to miss this
Samsung Electronics will showcase its comprehensive gaming ecosystem spanning PC, console and mobile gaming at Gamescom 2026, one of the world’s largest gaming events, taking place in Cologne, Germany, from August 26 to 30.
Padma Shri Mukesh Batra launches ‘TOXIC’, explores overlooked forms of modern-day toxicity
Kolkata/IBNS: Padma Shri awardee Dr. Mukesh Batra launched his latest book, TOXIC, at Oxford Bookshop in Kolkata on August 21. The book examines forms of toxicity beyond conventional physical exposure, including mental, emotional, spiritual and digital influences on everyday life.
India's Rs 62,500 crore mobile manufacturing plan: What does the new scheme mean
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has notified the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) with a budgetary outlay of Rs 62,500 crore to strengthen India's mobile phone manufacturing ecosystem and boost the country's competitiveness in global markets.
From handwoven sarees to corporate wear, Sanskriti showcases its latest collections in Kolkata
Kolkata/IBNS: Sanskriti, a 31-year-old fashion house with two branches in Kolkata, brought its latest collection, Bunon, to the city through a solo exhibition-cum-sale on Friday (August 21), combining its long association with boutique culture with an exhibition and sale.
New Zealand's bold move against social media: Under-16s to face access ban
New Zealand is set to join the growing list of countries seeking to restrict social media access for children under 16, with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announcing plans to introduce legislation aimed at protecting young users online.
He had an ₹85 lakh package. Then he quit to travel: ‘I chose time over money’
Travelling and the desire to enjoy life have prompted many people to rethink their priorities and career goals.
PepsiCo, Nestle India among firms issued notices over misleading ads, labelling violations
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued more than 150 notices to food companies in recent months over alleged misleading advertisements, false claims and violations of labelling regulations, the food regulator said on Saturday.
Board of Practical Training announces Regional Apprenticeship Day 2026 to strengthen apprenticeship opportunities across Eastern India
Kolkata/IBNS: The Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) on Wednesday announced this year's Regional Apprenticeship Day, a annual flagship event, keeping the evolving time in mind, where young graduates and diploma holders tend to transit from classrooms to workplaces and can often determine how effectively education translates into opportunity.
FinX inaugurates Kolkata campus to expand industry-oriented BFSI learning for young minds
Kolkata/IBNS: FinX, a platform for BFSI learning in India, on Thursday inaugurated its new campus in the city to expand access to industry-oriented financial education and BFSI skills for young individuals.
Sony India unveils FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS Lens: What’s the Price?
Sony India has announced the launch of the FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS, the latest addition to its full-frame Alpha™ E-mount lens lineup.
Fastrack unveils its new laptop collection. Check out the price now
Designed for students, creators, and young professionals with dynamic lifestyles, the new Fastrack Bags Laptop Collection brings together utility, style, and self-expression in one elevated range. Anchored by the campaign tagline, "Carry More, Weigh Less," the collection is thoughtfully designed to be lightweight, making it the perfect companion for work, travel, and everyday life.
He quit Google after earning Rs 3.3 crore a year: ‘It just wasn’t mine’
Landing a job at Google may be a dream for many tech professionals, but for one New York-based techie, the high-paying role was only a temporary stop on his career journey.
India’s chip dream gets a major push: PM Modi to inaugurate SEMICON India 2026. Mark the date now
The fifth edition of SEMICON India will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17, 2026, at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention and Expo Centre) in New Delhi, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) said on Tuesday.
Three outstanding PhD scholars to receive Rs 1 lakh a year for three years from Valliappa Foundation
The Valliappa Foundation has announced three Doctoral Research Fellowships to support promising young researchers and honour the enduring contributions of Padma Bhushan Prof Rajinder Kumar, who devoted his career to research at the IISc and rose to be the Dean of Engineering, to chemical engineering, research and institution-building.
16-year-old becomes world's youngest male chartered accountant, sets Guinness record
At an age when most teenagers are still deciding what they want to do in the future, Lakshmanan Meyyappan had already earned a professional accounting qualification and made his mark in the world of finance.
BenQ launches PD2732U Creative Pro Monitor. What are the key features?
Tech major BenQ on Monday announced the launch of thePD2732U Creative Pro Monitor, a 27-inch 4K professional display designed to bring digital and print creation into one trusted workspace.
Samsung teams up with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 in major gaming partnership. What does it mean for gamers?
Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with Activision as the official TV, monitor, soundbar, and Wi-Fi speaker of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, the latest title in one of the world’s largest first-person shooter (FPS) franchises.
TCS launches AI ‘AgentHub’ to transform drug development, promises up to 40% efficiency gains
Mumbai/IBNS: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has launched TCS ADD AgentHub, a role-based, enterprise-ready, and trusted AI platform that enables the use of agentic AI in drug development at scale.
BGMI Lite coming to India by 2026-end: KRAFTON drops big announcement
KRAFTON India has announced the launch of BGMI Lite in India by the end of 2026.
Nusrat Jahan’s fashion mantra steals the spotlight at Kolkata garments fair: ‘First priority would always be Indian’
Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film actor Nusrat Jahan last week inaugurated the third edition of the RTC & STC Garments Fair at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre