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Origin Energy confirms customer data leak; hacker says 'I've dumped over 2 million records'

Australian power producer Origin Energy Limited (Origin) has confirmed that a cybersecurity incident led to the unauthorised access and disclosure of customer data, although the total number of affected customers remains unclear.

He rejected a TCS job—now his rice business earns ₹25 lakh a year

A recent post on X has caught widespread attention after revealing the story of a man who reportedly turned down a job offer from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to start a rice distribution business that now earns him around ₹25 lakh annually.

Raima Sen reveals why every girl needs a diamond as Forevermark opens first Kolkata store

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali film actor Raima Sen has inaugurated Forevermark Diamond Jewellery's first dedicated showroom in the city as the brand marks its entry here.

AI race heats up as SK Group and NVIDIA expand strategic collaboration. Is it a game changer?

SK Group and NVIDIA have announced plans for a $500-billion-plus comprehensive partnership to establish AI infrastructure serving the surging demand.

Samsung, Broadcom strike massive $200 billion AI chip deal through 2030

Samsung Electronics and Broadcom on Saturday announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to significantly expand their strategic collaboration across memory and foundry technologies, aiming to accelerate the development of next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 with enhanced AI, slimmer design and upgraded cameras

Samsung Electronics has unveiled its latest Galaxy Z foldable smartphone lineup, introducing the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8. The company said the new range is designed to bring foldable smartphones to a wider audience by offering three distinct devices tailored to different user needs.

OpenAI's ChatGPT Health is here, promising smarter answers to your questions

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health for users across the United States, introducing a dedicated health workspace designed to help people better understand and manage their health information.

For the first time, South City Mall steps from spectator to participant in Kolkata's Durga Puja tradition

Kolkata/IBNS: Every Durga Puja begins long before the first drumbeat echoes through the city. It begins with a ritual that quietly marks the arrival of Bengal's biggest festival, turning anticipation into celebration.

Meet CIRQA Smart Band: Garmin introduces screen-free health and fitness tracker

Tech brand Garmin on Wednesday announced CIRQA Smart Band, its first screen-free smart band that tracks advanced fitness and wellness features—all without the need for a subscription.

OpenAI confirms AI model went rogue, targeted Hugging Face

OpenAI on Tuesday said that last week AI platform Hugging Face disclosed a new kind of security incident⁠ after they detected and contained an AI agent that compromised their infrastructure.

'Why go to protest when I could study and improve my score?': NEET re-test topper on ignoring the negativity

New Delhi/IBNS: Amid sweeping protests over the NEET-UG paper leak, one of the toppers in the re-examination has narrated his approach, which was focused on returning to the study desk.

Sona College of Technology Fashion Technology students win Ministry of Textiles' Design Innovation Hackathon

New Delhi: Three BTech Fashion Technology students from Sona College of Technology, Salem—Nandheeswar M., G. Saran and Sushmitha K. S.—won First Prize at Sanrachna, the Product Development and Design Innovation Hackathon organised by the Ministry of Textiles during BharatTex 2026 in New Delhi from July 14 to 17, 2026.

Samsung brings Mona Lisa to your living room with major Louvre Art store expansion

Samsung Electronics has expanded its Samsung Art Store by adding 34 new artworks from the Louvre Museum, taking the total number of masterpieces from the iconic French institution available on the platform to 51.

'High salary is a trap': Career expert's viral take divides the internet

A career counsellor has sparked a debate on social media after claiming that earning more than Rs 2 lakh a month often becomes a trap rather than a pathway to greater freedom in India.

He checked his work email on vacation—What he discovered left him shocked

A 31-year-old Reddit user has claimed he discovered he had been laid off while on vacation after an automated reply to an email unexpectedly revealed that he was no longer employed.

'It's Not in Our Hands': How This NEET Topper Stayed Focused Through Uncertainty

Kolkata/IBNS: Every NEET aspirant faces moments of self-doubt, disappointing scores and the pressure of one of the world's toughest entrance examinations. For Aritra Kr Chakraborty, who secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 284 in NEET-UG 2026, the key was learning from setbacks and demotivation, such as a paper leak, rather than avoiding them.

Apple Music just got more expensive—Here's how much you'll pay now

Apple Music has increased its subscription prices across several markets worldwide, marking its first price hike since 2022.

One woman's healthy snack idea for office colleagues leaves samosa lovers furious online

Replacing the traditional evening snack of samosas and tea with a healthier alternative may sound like a good idea, but one office's decision has sparked a lively debate on social media.

Love music? Samsung's new Wi-Fi speakers bring immersive 3D sound home. Check out the price

Samsung India on Friday launched the Music Studio Series, a new range of Wi-Fi speakers designed to deliver an immersive audio experience while complementing modern home interiors.

Win a dream trip to Azerbaijan! MDJ launches 'Couple No. 1 – Season 5' in Kolkata

Kolkata/IBNS: Mahabir Danwar Jewellers (MDJ) has launched ‘Couple No. 1 – Season 5’, a celebration of love and enduring relationships on Tuesday.

Prabha Khaitan Foundation, French Embassy explore deeper Indo-French cultural collaboration

Kolkata/IBNS: The Prabha Khaitan Foundation hosted a high-level French delegation led by Thierry Mathou, Ambassador of France to India, for wide-ranging discussions on strengthening cultural collaboration between the two countries.

From memory to modernity: Shiphra Bhattacharjee’s ‘In Bloom’ blossoms at KCC

Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata opened its doors to 'In Bloom', an art exhibition celebrating 50 years of the artistic journey of veteran artist Shipra Bhattacharya, at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC) on Tuesday. Notable figures from the worlds of art, culture, business and fashion attended the opening.

Anthropic makes premium Claude free for US teachers: Here’s what educators get

Technology major Anthropic on Tuesday announced the launch of a new programme offering verified K-12 educators in the United States free access to premium Claude capabilities.

Samsung introduces Flex Titanium technology for next-gen Galaxy foldable devices: All details here

Electronics major Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled its new Flex Titanium technology for the next generation of Galaxy foldable devices.

Big upgrade for your kitchen? LG launches luxury French Door Refrigerator range

LG Electronics India said it has strengthened its premium home appliances portfolio with the launch of its new French Door Refrigerator range, led by French Door Refrigerator with Auto Ice Maker in the 83.82 cm (33) width segment. Designed to address evolving lifestyle needs of modern Indian households, the new range combines premium design, intelligent storage and advanced cooling technologies to deliver enhanced convenience, freshness management and everyday usability.

Will West Bengal get its second IIT? Government to seek IIT status for IIEST Shibpur

Kolkata/IBNS: The West Bengal government will soon submit a proposal to the Centre seeking the upgradation of the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur into an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar announced on Monday, according to media reports.

From Momos to Bhutanese delights: Taj Taal Kutir’s Himalayan Food Festival takes Kolkata by storm

Taj Taal Kutir, Kolkata, renowned for its seamless blend of colonial charm and contemporary elegance, invites guests to experience an extraordinary gastronomic journey with ‘The Himalayan Trail’, an exclusive culinary showcase at The Verandah, the hotel’s all-day diner, from 17 July to 2 August 2026.

Downloaded a VPN for safety? Study finds many popular apps could expose your data

Many digital users rely on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to combat security threats, allowing the application to view, intercept and handle all user traffic in return for hiding identifying information from third parties. Yet a new mobile VPN security testing framework—MVPNalyzer—found many popular VPNs breach user trust, according to a University of Michigan Engineering study.

As AI becomes central to smartphones, OPPO's Reno16 series looks beyond the camera

Kolkata/IBNS: There was a time when smartphones competed on hardware alone. Today, the conversation has shifted towards intelligence, creativity and the ability to become a companion for work as much as everyday life.

Skin and Wellness Clinic marks second anniversary with launch of Emsculpt Neo

Kolkata/IBNS: The skin and wellness clinic, led by Debarpita Bhattacharyya and Dr. Shraddha Pandey, celebrated its second anniversary on Saturday with the unveiling of Emsculpt Neo, an advanced body contouring technology that brings together muscle building and fat reduction in a single non-invasive treatment.