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TECNO Smartphones names Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone as brand ambassador

Smartphone maker TECNO on Wednesday announced actress Deepika Padukone as its brand ambassador.

Users can now share status update on Whastapp Web, check out the way you can use it

Meta-owned instant messaging app Whatsapp users can now share their status on the web version of the platform.

Apple Vision Pro headset may hit stores early next year: Reports

Tech giant Apple may soon launch its highly anticipated gadget, Vision Pro, in 2024.

Gmail adds an 'unsubscribe' button which promises to help users manage bulk emails easily

Gmail has rolled out a feature to ensure users can easily get rid of bulk emails.

Sam Altman-backed Humane to begin shipping of ChatGPT-powered AI Pin in March 2024, check out the price

Sam Altman-backed AI company Humane on Tuesday (December 26, 2023) announced it will start shipping its ChatGPT-powered AI Pin from  March 2024.

Study names a special ingredient that can make your coffee tastier

Adding a squirt of water to coffee beans before grinding reduces static electric charge on the coffee grounds, new University of Oregon research shows.

India celebrates Christmas with zeal and enthusiasm

India is a land of festivals and the diversity and colours of festive celebrations become evident with Christmas decorations embellishing residences, thoroughfares, and churches, mirroring the country's diverse cultural mosaic.

Singing maestro Rashid Khan undergoes treatment for cancer in Kolkata hospital

Singer Ustad Rashid Khan, who is the 10th generation face of the Rampur Sahaswan gharana, is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer at a hospital in Kolkata and his condition is said to be critical.

ITC Hotels ushered in Christmas spirit at their Kolkata addresses with traditional art and objects of Bengal

Kolkata/IBNS: ITC Hotels' two properties in Kolkata – ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar – ushered in the Christmas spirit this year through two spectacular artistic creations.

How Kolkata ordered food on Swiggy: Chicken biriyani most ordered food; Gulabjamun outshined Rosogolla

Kolkata: Restaurant aggregator Swiggy Friday shared Kolkata’s top trends in food delivery with the How India Swiggy’d 2023. Swiggy’s year-end order analysis from Kolkata confirmed that food continued celebrated in the city.

Canalys Research says Microsoft to end Windows 10 support which may hit 240 million PCs

Microsoft Corp plans to end support for  Windows 10 operating system may leave about 240 million personal computers (PCs) in landfills.

Prabha Khaitan Foundation hosts an enriching session of Kalam with Dr Sachchidanand Joshi in Kolkata

Kolkata: The crisp winter weather in India is time to celebrate many literary events. The country's cultural hub Kolkata was not behind when on a December morning, the city-based Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) hosted a cherishing literary session with renowned scholar-theatre artist Dr Sachchidanand Joshi bringing together some of the bright minds. 

Beware of Smishing: Centre warns citizens

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), the country's nodal agency to deal with cybersecurity threats, has warned people of a malicious practice named Smishing.

Phulkari to Fashion Week: How Punjab is setting the Indian luxury agenda

India’s relationship with luxury is undergoing a fascinating metamorphosis. Gone are the days of prioritizing practicality over panache; a new generation of discerning consumers is driving a surge in high-end indulgence, and renowned international brands are scrambling to adapt.

Indian government issues high-risk warning regarding multiple vulnerabilities in multiple Apple products

The Indian government on Friday issued a high-risk warning for several Apple products, citing multiple vulnerabilities that might pose a threat to users and device security.

Centre warns Samsung phone users of major security threats

New Delhi: The Centre has issued a high-security alert for Samsung Galaxy phone users.

Ola's Bhavish Aggarwal unveils India-first AI model Krutrim

Bengaluru: The artificial intelligence (AI) initiative Krutrim Si Designs led by Bhavish Aggarwal, co-founder of Ola, introduced Krutrim, its foundational large language model (LLM), on Friday.

Priyanka Sarkar, Priyanka Mondol grace Glamourama 2023 curtain raiser in Kolkata

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali actresses Priyanka Sarkar, Priyanka Mondol graced the curtain raiser of 'Glamourama Face of 2023' which aims to celebrate "essence of beauty and talent".

Tech major Apple expands self service repair

Tech major Apple is expanding Self Service Repair, and launching a new diagnostic tool that gives users more transparency and autonomy to troubleshoot issues.

Tata-owned carrier Air India introduces Manish Malhotra-deigned uniforms for cabin, cockpit crew members

Private carrier Air India has unveiled a brand-new collection of uniforms for cabin and cockpit crew members which have been designed by fashion designer Manish Malhotra.

CBSE releases date sheets for class 12th & 10th board exams

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday released the date sheets for Class 10th and 12th board exams 2024.

Play based on contemporary poems performed at Jashn E Adab festival in Shimla

Shimla/IBNS: A theatrical production based on poems by Sachchidanand and Malavika Joshi was performed recently at the historical Gaiety Theatre Gothic Hall of Shimla during ‘Jashn E Adab’ festival.

Apple unveils spatial video capture on iPhone 15 Pro

With iOS 17.2, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max users can now record spatial videos — a groundbreaking new capability that helps users capture life’s precious moments — and relive those memories on Apple Vision Pro, starting early next year.

Academician Mahul Brahma’s new book deals with the phenomenon of quiet luxury

Mahul Brahma, Dean & Professor at NSHM Media School & NSHM Design School and a Fellow of the Bath Business School UK, has come up with his new book- The Quiet Luxe. The author of Aesthetic Leadership in Luxury and The Mythic Value of Luxury and a former journalist and corporate communications professional will launch The Quiet Luxe in the UK in June 2024. Excerpts of a conversation with the writer

Arindam Sil, Sauraseni Maitra, fashion designer Abhisek Roy grace opening of Glamour Institute of Fashion

Kolkata/IBNS: Filmmaker Arindam Sil and actress Sauraseni Maitra graced the opening of Glamour Institute of Fashion in Kolkata last week.

Sanchit Art unveils captivating retrospective exhibition of Manoj Dutta's creations

Kolkata/IBNS: Sanchit Art, which specializes in promoting modern and contemporary Indian art,  has announced a retrospective exhibition titled ‘Songs of the Soil’ featuring the works of artist Manoj Dutta.

Prabha Khaitan Foundation flags off literary journey in Ayodhya, unveils Anant Vijay’s book at the Kitaab event

Ayodhya/IBNS: Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) expanded its cultural and literary footprint by launching its new Ayodhya chapter with the unveiling of journalist-author Anant Vijay’s latest Hindi book - “Over the Top: OTT ka Mayajaal” at the iconic Raj Sadan - the Royal Palace of Ayodhya.

Jammu and Kashmir: Young rappers sing about positive changes in Valley after scrapping of Article 370

Kashmir-based rappers Humaira and MC Raa recently celebrated the positive changes that the Valley is witnessing ever since Article 370 was scrapped with their new song 'Badalta Kashmir'.

Smartphone brand Techno plans to launch 15 to 20 models next year

Smartphone brand Tecno Mobile India CEO Arijeet Talapatra on Tuesday said the company expects to launch 15 to 20 models next year.

Jaipur Music Stage unveils list of headline musicians performing at the Jaipur Literature Festival 2024

Jaipur/IBNS: Go on an intense musical journey at the Jaipur Literature Festival to be held in the Pink City in February this year.