Studying in Australia just got costlier—Here’s how much you’ll now pay
Jul 04, 2026, at 04:45 pm
The Australian government has increased the application fee for its Student Visa (Subclass 500) by AUD 500, making it more expensive for international students, including those from India, planning to pursue higher education in the country.
This man's honest take on remote work is going viral—Millions can relate
Jul 04, 2026, at 03:20 pm
An internet user's candid reflection on the realities of remote work has gone viral, striking a chord with thousands on social media.
India aims to become a global education hub: Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar
Jul 04, 2026, at 02:10 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar recently said the government aims to make India a global study destination, promising a changing landscape of education.
Bengal must rebuild public education from the ground up: Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta
Jul 03, 2026, at 09:49 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Calling for a fundamental overhaul of West Bengal's public education system, State Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta on Friday said the sector requires "rebuilding" rather than incremental improvement, as he highlighted the state's acute skill shortage and the continuing exodus of young talent.
Sony India launches Alpha 7R VI. Check out the price
Jul 03, 2026, at 06:18 pm
Jul 03, 2026, at 06:06 pm
BenQ India, a global leader in display and projection technology, on Friday announced the launch of the BenQ TH575i, a Smart Full HD home entertainment projector designed to make large-screen viewing simple, accessible, and enjoyable for modern households.
PlayStation just dropped a huge surprise: Call of Duty: MW3 is free for PS Plus members
Jul 03, 2026, at 02:50 pm
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games lineup for July 2026, headlined by the blockbuster title Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. Subscribers will also get access to For The King II and CrossCode at no additional cost.
Samsung’s New Galaxy A27 5G comes with 120Hz display and AI features — Full details inside
Jul 01, 2026, at 06:16 pm
Samsung has announced the launch of its Galaxy A27 5G in India, priced at ₹28,999.
WhatsApp just changed forever! You can now chat without sharing your phone number
Jun 30, 2026, at 10:41 am
Meta-owned WhatsApp, which has more than three billion users worldwide, has announced a major privacy-focused feature that will allow people to connect using unique usernames instead of phone numbers.
Jun 29, 2026, at 02:32 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The gentle flow of the Hooghly River, the early morning breeze and Kolkata's two most recognisable bridges created an unusual setting for this year's International Yoga Day celebrations.
“I’m about to resign”: Techie blames AI for extreme workplace pressure
Jun 28, 2026, at 10:11 pm
A debate has been gaining traction online after a tech employee shared his frustration over rising workplace pressure linked to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) coding tools.
You won’t believe how this Bengaluru auto driver is using ChatGPT every day. Video goes viral
Jun 28, 2026, at 08:50 pm
AI is increasingly becoming part of everyday life, and a recent Instagram video highlighted a Bengaluru-based autorickshaw driver who has been using ChatGPT for his daily needs, from work-related queries to personal communication.
YouTube Shorts gets massive update: No distractions, faster speed and big changes coming
Jun 27, 2026, at 05:06 pm
Video-sharing platform YouTube has announced a series of updates to its Shorts feature, which will be rolled out over the coming days, aimed at improving the viewing experience and user interaction.
Jun 27, 2026, at 03:28 pm
Thane/IBNS: Lakhs of candidates preparing to appear for the Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) were left in uncertainty after the examination was postponed following an alleged question paper leak nearly 24 hours before it was scheduled to be held, according to media reports.
The Battle for Buddha's Relics: Why the Piprahwa Treasures Sparked a Global Row
Jun 24, 2026, at 11:21 pm
The Piprahwa relics, associated with Lord Buddha, has evinced a lot of public interest in India and the Buddhist-majority countries recently, especially after a purported auction was blocked at the last moment. Ranjita Biswas delves into the controversy with help of the publication Crystal & Ash: The Buddha of Piprahwa
Samsung partners Alcedis to turn wearable data into clinical trial evidence
Jun 24, 2026, at 05:00 pm
Tech major Samsung Electronics on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership with Alcedis, a digital-first clinical research organization (CRO), to convert biometric data collected from wearable devices into clinically meaningful evidence for use in pharmaceutical and medical research.
Meta unveils affordable AI glasses starting at $299 — Here’s what they can do
Jun 24, 2026, at 04:39 pm
Tech giant Meta has unveiled a new line of AI-powered smart glasses developed in partnership with EssilorLuxottica, marking the company's latest push into the rapidly growing wearable technology market.
Huge GTA 6 surprise! Wolverine star may be voicing character “Ellis”
Jun 24, 2026, at 01:27 pm
There is excitement all around about the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6 or GTA 6, and now there is a buzz that Brett Gipson, the actor behind Sabertooth in the upcoming Wolverine, would be playing a character in it.
World Music Day 2026 Concert Writes a New Chapter in Kolkata's Cultural Soul
Jun 23, 2026, at 07:27 pm
When Gulzar, Shankar Mahadevan, Vishal Bhardwaj and a constellation of India's finest gathered at Netaji Indoor Stadium, the city remembered why it has always been music's most faithful home
Best Packers and Movers in Chennai: A Complete Review of NoBroker's Home Shifting Services
Jun 22, 2026, at 06:31 pm
Relocating my home was one of the most demanding things I've had to manage. From carefully packing fragile belongings to coordinating timely delivery, every step demanded precision and reliability.
Scammers are using GTA 6 hype to target gamers — Don't fall for this trap
Jun 22, 2026, at 02:46 pm
With anticipation building ahead of the release of Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), cybersecurity experts are warning gamers to watch out for a growing wave of scams promising early access to the highly anticipated title.
Reviving memories: A retrospective on G.C. Chakravarty, an artist the world forgot
Jun 21, 2026, at 10:07 pm
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
Jun 20, 2026, at 06:35 pm
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
Jun 19, 2026, at 06:09 pm
Tech major Google has begun rolling out the 5.02 version of the Google Health app, providing fresh features to users.
Plumber beats MBA in the age of AI, says India’s Chief Economic Adviser
Jun 17, 2026, at 07:52 pm
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
Jun 17, 2026, at 05:58 pm
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
Jun 17, 2026, at 05:20 pm
The AI race to deliver more capable generative platforms is intensifying every month.
Minecraft Chaos Cubed update is here—And it changes everything
Jun 17, 2026, at 04:08 pm
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
Jun 16, 2026, at 06:52 pm
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
Jun 16, 2026, at 06:39 pm
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.