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273 million kids out of school! Shocking UN report reveals global education crisis

The number of children and young people out of school worldwide has climbed for the seventh consecutive year, reaching 273 million, according to a new report from the UN education agency, UNESCO.

Miss Grand Thailand contestant’s Teeth fall off mid-stage — What she does next stuns everyone!

A contestant from Thailand turned an awkward onstage moment into a powerful display of confidence and grace.

Samsung unveils Galaxy Book6 Series in India with AI power, check out battery life

Consumer electronics major Samsung on Friday launched its Galaxy Book6 series in India, with prices starting at ₹1,27,990.

Samsung drops Galaxy A57, A37 5G with Pro Camera, AI—Midrange just got powerful!

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the new Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G, the latest Galaxy A series devices that bring Samsung’s newest mobile innovations — including enriched Awesome Intelligence — to more users worldwide.

Food, travel and untold stories: Shipra Khanna’s new show promises a delicious global ride

Mumbai/IBNS: Warner Bros. Discovery India has announced the launch of its new travel and food series, World On My Plate with Shipra Khanna, set to premiere at 7:00 pm on TLC on March 29.

Apple’s latest move could reshape American manufacturing—Here’s how

Tech major Apple on Thursday announced new members of its American Manufacturing Program (AMP), expanding the company’s long-standing commitment to bring even more advanced manufacturing and critical component production to the United States.

Beloved Timekeepers: From Kolkata’s New Market Clock to Icons Around the World

Recently, the famous clock of New Market of Kolkata chimed again after an eleven-year hiatus and launched a celebratory mood among the city folk. Why has this restoration sparked such enthusiasm? Or, for that matter, why do clocks in public squares around the world evoke such interest? Ranjita Biswas explores

What is Apple Business? Everything to know about the new platform

Tech major Apple on Tuesday announced Apple Business, a new all-in-one platform that includes key services companies need to effortlessly manage devices, reach more customers, equip team members with essential apps and tools, and get support from experts to run and grow efficiently and securely.

Som Tales: Soma Bose’s podcast celebrates the power of storytelling and conversation

In the rapidly evolving world of digital content, Som Tales—the podcast and storytelling platform created by acclaimed author and columnist Soma Bose—is emerging as a compelling creative space that celebrates the art of storytelling, thoughtful conversation, and cultural reflection.

OpenAI shuts down Sora app in a sudden announcement

Tech firm OpenAI on Tuesday announced it is shutting down AI video generation app, Sora, without stating any reason behind taking such an action.

Beyond celebration, Women’s Day at Loreto College centers on empowerment

Kolkata: Loreto College marked International Women’s Day with a series of events this month, including the conferment of a lifetime achievement award and a weeklong programme on women’s health and well-being.

AI in your car? Amazon-NVIDIA deal could change driving forever

Amazon is working with NVIDIA on a solution that could enable car manufacturers to combine Amazon's Alexa Custom Assistant (ACA) with the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX automotive computing platform and a broad portfolio of AI models to process requests directly in the vehicle.

Under Rs 14K? Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G brings flagship-like features to budget buyers

Electronics brand Samsung on Wednesday announced the launch of Galaxy M17e 5G.

Big tech power move! Samsung, AMD join forces for next-gen AI memory breakthrough

Electronic major Samsung Electronics on Wednesday announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AMD to expand their strategic collaboration on next-generation AI memory and computing technologies.

Nvidia sees USD 1 trillion revenue opportunity from AI platforms by 2027, says CEO Jensen Huang

Tech major Nvidia is expecting to generate $1 trillion in revenue through 2027 from its Blackwell and Vera Rubin platforms, said company's CEO Jensen Huang.

New AirPods Max 2 announced: Ultimate headphones for music, gaming, and creators!

Tech giant Apple has announced AirPods Max 2, bringing even better Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), elevated sound quality, and intelligent features to the iconic over-ear design.

Google scraps AI feature that crowdsourced amateur medical advice. Find the reason behind the decision

Tech giant Google has dropped a major AI feature that allowed users to access crowdsourced health advice from people around the world, according to media reports.

Sleep Divorce: Why Couples Are Choosing Separate Beds

Is sharing a bed at night the ultimate proof of love between a couple? What about getting ‘divorced’ for the night yet remaining committed? Anju Munshi explores this new trend

Sacred Waters, Shared Faith: Panchu Dola Melana Lights Up Odisha’s Chilika Lake

In Odisha’s Parikuda village, devotees wade through the waters of Chilika Lake carrying idols of gods and goddesses during the centuries-old Panchu Dola Melana, a vibrant celebration of faith, community and Radha-Krishna devotion. IBNS-TWF photojournalist Rupak De Chaudhuri captures the moments

CBSE cancels board exams in several Middle East countries amid Iran-Israel-US war

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled board examinations in several Middle Eastern countries amid the ongoing Iran–Israel–US War.

Helios Luxe brings German watchmaker Alexander Shorokhoff into an exclusive strategic partnership

Helios Luxe by Titan Company Ltd. continues to consolidate its leadership in India’s accessible luxury watch segment, riding on the wave of a 46% growth in the category.

Tinder’s biggest update yet: AI matchmaking, astrology dating and video speed chats unveiled

Tinder took the stage at its inaugural product keynote, Tinder Sparks 2026: Start Something New, unveiling a wide range of updates across product design, safety and artificial intelligence aimed at expanding how people build real connections on the platform.

Anthropic launches $100m Claude Partner Network to accelerate enterprise AI adoption

Anthropic has announced the launch of the Claude Partner Network, a new programme designed to help partner organisations support enterprises in adopting its AI model, Claude.

Half a century of revolution: Apple Inc. marks 50 years of iconic innovation

Tech major Apple has announced it will mark its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of thinking different and the innovations that have helped shape the way people connect, create, learn, and experience the world.

Adobe shock: Shantanu Narayen to step down as CEO after 18 years, AI era successor hunt begins

San Jose (California)/IBNS: Adobe's CEO Shantanu Narayen will step down after serving the post for 18 years.

₹49,999 EV! TVS launches Orbiter V1 with battery subscription model

Lucknow/IBNS: TVS Motor Company (TVSM), a global leader in the two and three-wheeler segments, on Thursday strengthened its electric vehicle portfolio with the launch of TVS Orbiter V1 with 1.8 kWh — the most accessible electric scooter in the company’s lineup.

Google adds powerful AI to Chrome—Here’s what users in India can now do

IT giant Google has announced the integration of built-in artificial intelligence (AI) features into its Chrome browser in several nations, including India.

Samsung launches Galaxy S26 series globally—Here’s everything you need to know

Samsung Electronics on Wednesday announced the global availability of the Galaxy S26 series and the Galaxy Buds4 series.

Meta buys AI-only social network Moltbook—A platform where bots talk to bots

Meta, the owner of social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, has acquired the social media network Moltbook.

Samsung stuns GDC 2026 with glasses-free 3D gaming and HDR10+ — Gamers left speechless

Samsung Electronics on Monday shared its plan to expand support for glasses-free 3D gameplay on the Samsung Odyssey 3D gaming monitor. At GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 in San Francisco, Samsung will spotlight Hell Is Us and Cronos: The New Dawn as part of its expanding 3D gaming ecosystem, demonstrating how leading titles are embracing immersive display without the need for special glasses.