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Rediscovering Arunachal's Monpa Cuisine: One Woman’s Millet Momo Revolution

When 41-year-old Rinchin Jomba’s recipe for momo, a type of steamed dumpling, won the Millet Recipe Contest organised by the agriculture centre Krishi Vigyan Kendra in 2023, her joy transcended the mere thrill of winning an award. She had spotlighted the culinary heritage of her community, the Monpa. The contest was part of the International Year of Millets 2023 celebrations, in Arunachal Pradesh’s Chug Valley, nestled in the West Kameng district.

Google’s Nano Banana Pro generates handwritten math solutions, impresses user

An internet user recently claimed that Google’s new Nano Banana Pro tool solved his handwritten math question from a photo, reproducing the solution in his own handwriting.

Basics of life matter in AI age more than ever: New Book

A new book, 30 Lessons From Life by William Charles D’Souza, reminds readers that simplicity, gratitude, mental health and human connection still define true happiness.  Sanjiv Kumar reviews.

Android meets AirDrop: Send photos, videos and docs to iPhones — the simple guide you need now!

In a major breakthrough, Google has become successful in creating a mode through which it can now share files directly with iphones, ipads and Macs.

Gurugram student develops AI-powered speech device for people with speech, voice difficulties

In a nation obsessed with ranks, cut-offs, and entrance examinations, where adolescence often feels like a relentless race toward the hallowed portals of the IITs, there occasionally emerges a young mind that dares to defy convention.

New Google AI breakthrough: Nano Banana Pro creates visuals you have to see to believe!

Google has introduced Nano Banana Pro, an upgraded version of its AI image generator, adding enhanced reasoning capabilities and improved visual accuracy.

OpenAI teams up with Foxconn in game-changing move to rebuild America’s AI hardware powerhouse

Open AI has announced a collaboration with Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) focused on design work and U.S. manufacturing readiness for the next generation of AI infrastructure hardware.

Meet Fatima Bosch: The Mexican who turned challenges into a Miss Universe victory

Mexico's Fatima Bosch, whose moment of getting publicly reprimanded by Thai pageant director during live streaming went viral, has been crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand.

Game-changer! Google connects Quick Share with AirDrop

Android and iPhone users will now be able to share documents, images and videos more easily after Google announced expanded compatibility for its Quick Share feature.

Shiny things by Jinia: A luxury evolution by visionary entrepreneur, healer

When passion meets purpose, luxury is born — and Shiny Things by Jinia is a living example of that belief.

What is called parasocial, the term Cambridge just named Word of 2025? Here's the real meaning

You may not have had the golden opportunity to get an autograph or click a selfie or even remotely know them but feel a strong connection with a celebrity. No, it's not a disorder but absolutely normal and it's called 'parasocial'.

Is this the future of Apple watch? Stunning 3D-printed Titanium cases revealed!

It started with a pie-in-the-sky idea: What if 3D printing — historically used to create prototypes — could be leveraged to produce millions of identical enclosures to Apple’s exact design standards, with high-quality recycled metal?

iPhone users in India rejoice! AppleCare+ option expanded

Tech major Apple has expanded AppleCare+ options for customers in India, including theft and loss for iPhone.

Samsung turns Royal Caribbean’s new mega-ship into a floating tech wonderland with over 6,000 smart screens

Electronics major Samsung Electronics has announced that it has supplied more than 6,000 hospitality TVs and Smart Signage displays to Royal Caribbean`s Star of the Seas, the world’s best family vacation.

Google Gemini 3 now free for Jio users — here’s how to claim yours!

Mumbai/IBNS: Reliance Jio is offering all its unlimited 5G users free access to Google Gemini 3, which was launched by the tech giant on Tuesday, media reports said.

Google launches Gemini 3, embedded into search engines – why it matters to India

New Delhi/IBNS: Alphabet's Google on Tuesday unveiled Gemini 3, the newest model of the Artificial Intelligence model Gemini, in a big boost to its AI journey, media reports said.

Cloudflare outage disrupts major platforms like X, ChatGPT; as company investigates unexplained traffic surge

Cloudflare, a major provider of internet infrastructure services, is experiencing a widespread outage that is disrupting access to multiple global platforms, including X, ChatGPT, and Spotify.

Apple releases iOS 26.2 dev beta 3: Check out what's new?

Tech giant Apple has released the third developer beta of the iOS 26.2 update, which will be available for iPhone and iPad.

X is down for multiple users across India

Tech billionaire Elon Musk-owned X (previously known as Twitter) appears to be down for hundreds of users across India.

Air Canada unveils 2025 Best New Restaurants in Canada, with Halifax’s Mystic leading the top 10

Toronto/IBNS: Air Canada on Monday released its list of the Top 10 Best New Restaurants in Canada for 2025, awarding first place to Mystic in Halifax.

DJI announces Osmo Action 6 with larger sensor and variable aperture

B&H has introduced DJI, which continues to refine its popular action camera line with the Osmo Action 6, available in a Standard or Adventure Combo kit.

Mystique and Memories: Wiccan Brigade hosts its first Halloween Fest in Kolkata

The Wiccan Brigade hosted its first-ever Halloween Fest on  Nov 15 at the Taj Bengal, Kolkata.

Tripura CM inaugurates major expansion at Techno India University in Agartala

Agartala/IBNS: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday inaugurated the expanded infrastructure at the Techno India Knowledge Campus in Agartala, marking a significant phase of growth for Techno India University, Tripura (TIUT).

Massive penalties ahead? Indian government warns manufacturers on mandatory IMEI compliance

To secure telecom networks and prevent counterfeit devices, the Government of India has announced strict regulations to be followed on International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) registration and prohibited tampering, under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 and the Telecom Cyber Security Rules, 2024.

AI, cloud security take over! New PwC report reveals top cyber spending priority for companies

AI tops the agenda for cybersecurity leaders when it comes to cyber budget allocations, addressing cyber talent shortages, and bolstering cyber defence capabilities over the next 12 months, according to PwC’s 2026 Global Digital Trust Insights survey.

No more em-dash chaos! Sam Altman announces major ChatGPT update

OpenAI chief Sam Altman has announced ChatGPT, the widely used AI platform, can ditch the em-dashes if instructed by users.

‘Felt like a second home’: Bangla band Cactus reflects on their first-ever Canada tour during Durga Puja 2025

Iconic Bengali rock band Cactus, which toured Canada during Durga Puja, recalls the overwhelming warmth, familiarity and sense of belonging they felt while performing for audiences thousands of miles away from Kolkata. What began as a concert tour soon turned into an emotional homecoming across continents.

Firefox just got smarter: Mozilla unleashes AI Window

Mozilla has introduced a new AI-powered feature in Firefox called AI Window, marking the company’s latest move to stay competitive in the rapidly accelerating global AI race.

Rotary Club of Calcutta Samaritans hosts three-day youth leadership awards program for tribal students in Bakura

The three-day Sanhati RYLA, (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) held from 6th to 8th November 2025 at Vivekananda Siksha Niketan High School, Bankura, comprised a well-structured schedule combining Leadership Training, Personal Development development, and Social Awareness.

Cyber showdown: US company claims it crushed China’s AI mega attack!

IT firm Anthropic has said it thwarted a Chinese state-sponsored AI cyber attack, documenting one of the first events in the history of Artificial Intelligence.