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Reviving memories: A retrospective on G.C. Chakravarty, an artist the world forgot

Former Indian President Dr S. Radhakrishnan was impressed ‘by the originality of his conceptions and the neatness of execution', yet few remember this Bengali artist who once exhibited alongside Jamini Roy, Gopal Ghose, and D. P. Roy Chowdhury.

Viral video reveals stunning interiors of Mumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat sleeper

A video showing the luxurious interiors of the upcoming Mumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Sleeper has gone viral on social media, offering a first glimpse of the new-generation train.

Google Health App 5.02 update: New features for sleep, fitness and nutrition tracking

Tech major Google has begun rolling out the  5.02 version of the Google Health app, providing fresh features to users.

Allure Spa Franchise: The High-ROI Business Opportunity Riding India’s Wellness Boom

Over the past five years, India’s wellness and spa industry has experienced remarkable growth driven by increasing lifestyle stress, rising disposable incomes, growing awareness around self-care, and the demand for premium wellness experiences.

Plumber beats MBA in the age of AI, says India’s Chief Economic Adviser

​New Delhi/IBNS: India's Chief Economic Adviser, V. Anantha Nageswaran, said traditional credentials such as MBAs and computer science degrees are losing their employment edge, urging young people to develop trade and practical skills that are less vulnerable to ​artificial intelligence disruption.

Sony to launch LOFIC CMOS Sensor with 100 dB Dynamic Range for mobile devices

Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (Sony) on Wednesday announced the launch of the L910, an approximately 50-effective megapixel image sensor for mobile applications that delivers 100 dB high dynamic range imaging with low power consumption.

AI video race heats up as xAI unveils stunning Grok Imagine 1.5

The AI race to deliver more capable generative platforms is intensifying every month.

Minecraft Chaos Cubed update is here—And it changes everything

Chaos Cubed has officially landed in Minecraft: Java Edition, promising one of the most dynamic and unpredictable gameplay experiences yet.

Bharat Innovates 2026:IIT Madras, IITM Global Exchange nine MOUs worth USD 100 million

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and IITM Global concluded day one of Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, by exchanging seven commercial and two institutional Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs).

IUST hits major milestone at Bharat Innovates 2026—113 patents, counting

As the nation observed Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) marked a significant milestone by surpassing 113 patents, reflecting its steadily growing culture of innovation, creativity, and translational research.

Viral Video: Ex-Amazon employee quits job to become Uber driver, internet praises his passion

The story of a former Amazon employee who left his corporate job to pursue his passion for driving—and later joined Uber as a driver—is going viral after a young techie shared his video on Instagram.

Telegram suspended ahead of NEET-UG re-test as govt targets paper leak networks and fraud channels

New Delhi/IBNS: The government has temporarily suspended access to Telegram in India as a precautionary measure ahead of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2026 re-examination, according to media reports.

India flags security risks in Starlink's Satellite Laser network, may restrict key technology: Report

New Delhi/IBNS: The Indian government is unlikely to permit billionaire Elon Musk's Starlink to use a key satellite technology that allows its spacecraft to beam data directly to one another in space, citing surveillance and national security concerns, according to an Economic Times report.

OnePlus N6 launch confirmed — Here’s everything we know so far

Chinese tech major OnePlus has announced that its N6 model will be launched later this month, generating significant buzz among smartphone enthusiasts eager for the next entry in the brand’s lineup.

Why AI-Generated Soundtracks Are Changing the Way We Play

The leap from pre-recorded music to AI-generated soundtracks is quietly transforming how players relate to their favorite games. Instead of relying on static playlists or looping themes, adaptive sound design now responds in real time to what’s happening on screen and how someone is playing. This shift is less about novelty and more about how deeply music can now immerse and personalize the gaming experience.

EA announces Star Wars Zero Company launch for August 27. Details here

Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) has announced that Star Wars Zero Company, a single-player turn-based tactics game developed by Bit Reactor in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on August 27, 2026.

From AI to space tech: Modi inaugurates 'Bharat Innovates', showcases India’s deep-tech ambition in Nice

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated ‘Bharat Innovates 2026’ at the Palais des Expositions in Nice alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting that the ongoing technological revolution in the digital age presents new opportunities for humanity.

Anthropic halts new AI tools after US security concerns

AI giant Anthropic has suspended access to its newly launched advanced models following an export control directive issued by US authorities over national security concerns.

Son lands Rs. 15 LPA MNC job, father says 'get a government job instead'—Internet divided

An X post by an entrepreneur has triggered a heated online debate over the long-standing preference among many Indian parents for government jobs over private-sector careers.

Crafted in India, Framed in the West

India has one of the richest traditions of handicrafts in the world, yet we often look to the West for validation before appreciating their true worth, writes Anju Munshi.

Bharat Innovates 2026: Modi, Macron set to launch mega global tech event in France. All details inside

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with French President Emmanuel Macron, is scheduled to jointly inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 on June 14 at the Palais des Expositions de Nice, France.

Malabar Gold unveils NUWA: A stunning new diamond collection inspired by nature

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled NUWA, a new natural diamond jewellery collection inspired by the intricate patterns, textures, and subtle details found in nature.

India AI Mission launches indigenous Varya. What is it?

Avataar, an AI-native transformation company, on Friday unveiled Varya, a distilled video generation model designed to make frontier AI video technology more affordable, accessible, and contextually relevant for India’s next generation of users.

India takes Quantum leap: New advanced computing lab announced at MNIT Jaipur

Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Railways and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday announced the establishment of an Advanced Quantum Computing and Quantum Communications Lab at the Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur.

From medical representative to street artist: Kolkata man honours football icons ahead of World Cup

Kolkata/IBNS: As football fever builds ahead of the FIFA World Cup, a quiet lane in Baranagar has been transformed into an open-air gallery celebrating some of the sport's greatest icons.

TCS goes all-in on AI! Partners with Anthropic, gives Claude access to 50,000 employees

San Francisco/Mumbai/IBNS: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Thursday announced a global strategic partnership with Anthropic, the frontier AI company behind Claude, to help customers scale enterprise AI adoption.

Kolkata: UK inaugurates exhibition on climate action to mark World Environment Day

An exhibition titled “Contours of Climate Action: Our Planet, Our Lens” was inaugurated in Kolkata on Tuesday, showcasing a powerful collection of photographs that highlight themes of conservation, biodiversity, and climate action.

Amazon brings game-changing Claude Fable 5 to AWS—And it’s unlike any AI before

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the general availability of Anthropic’s latest frontier AI model, Claude Fable 5, on Amazon Bedrock and the Claude Platform on AWS.

No more secret browsing? Apple’s new child safety tools give parents full digital control

Tech giant Apple has announced a major overhaul of its parental control system, introducing new tools designed to help parents better manage what their children can access on iPhones and iPads.

AI boom incoming: HCLTech, Google Cloud unveil high-tech innovation zone

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced the launch of an AI Innovation Zone in collaboration with Google Cloud.