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India needs 10,000 trained conservators to safeguard heritage: Vinod Daniel

India Vision Institute CEO and veteran museum expert Vinod Daniel speaks to IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra on the Indian Conservation Fellowship Program, gaps in conservation, and the future of museums in India. Excerpts:

Viral video: Marwari wedding turns train coach into a ‘moving baraat’!

Indians are known for celebrating weddings in grand and unique ways, and a viral video is now showcasing one such extraordinary celebration. A Marwari family reportedly booked an entire train coach, turning it into a “moving baraat” for their wedding festivities.

Secret love boom? App for extramarital dating explodes in India

India is witnessing a notable shift in relationship dynamics, reflected in the rising popularity of apps catering to extramarital connections. In a society where marriage has traditionally been viewed as a social institution rather than a purely personal arrangement, this trend signals evolving perceptions of emotional companionship and fulfilment.

Do you still have an embarrassing Gmail ID? You can now change it — Here’s how

There is good news for Gmail users. The widely used email platform is now allowing account holders to change their email addresses — a feature being introduced for the first time in over two decades.

Tata Group-backed CaratLane’s US expansion accelerates—Second store opens in Frisco

CaratLane, a Tata product and an omnichannel fine jewellery brand, has announced the launch of its second retail store in the United States, located in Frisco, Dallas, Texas.

Big move by Samsung Electronics: New Windows browser comes with smart AI tools

Electronics major Samsung Electronics has announced the official launch of Samsung Browser for Windows, extending its popular mobile browser experience to PC with seamless cross-device continuity and new agentic AI capabilities designed to make the browsing experience easier and more intuitive.

AI just got bigger than ever: OpenAI’s $122 billion funding stuns the world

Artificial intelligence leader OpenAI has announced that its latest funding round has secured $122 billion in committed capital, pushing its post-money valuation to an impressive $852 billion.

Celebrating a legend: India Post unveils special cover for Annapurna Devi

Annapurna Devi Foundation has released a special cover from the India Post dedicated to Indian classical musician Annapurna Devi at the Kolkata GPO.

Google Maps gets smarter! AI now tells you exactly when to charge your EV

Google has announced that it will bring Maps’ AI-powered EV charging features to over 350 car models with Android Auto.

Sona College’s Fashion Technology Dept. opens admissions to its 4-year B Tech program

Salem: The Department of Fashion Technology, Sona College of Technology has announced admissions to its 4-year BTech program for the forthcoming academic year.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds expands in West Bengal: Where are the 3 new showrooms located?

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has expanded its footprint in West Bengal with the inauguration of three new showrooms located at VIP Road, Serampore, and Kanchrapara, further strengthening its presence in the state and enhancing accessibility to its jewellery collections for customers.

Samsung just supercharged BTS World Tour ‘ARIRANG’ with Galaxy tech

Electronics major Samsung Electronics has announced a global partnership with BTS World Tour ‘ARIRANG’, unveiling a new concert experience powered by Galaxy mobile technology.

Dolby Laboratories unveils stunning ‘Dolby House’ in Shanghai — You won’t believe what’s inside!

Dolby Laboratories , a global leader in immersive entertainment experiences, today announced the official opening of Dolby House Shanghai, its first global flagship experience center and a new platform to showcase the full power of Dolby across entertainment, technology and culture.

Music streaming just got a massive upgrade! Dolby, QQ Music unleash next-gen audio tech

Dolby Laboratories, a leader in immersive entertainment experiences, and QQ Music, Tencent Music Entertainment’s (TME) leading music streaming platform,  announced the next evolution of Dolby Atmos technology will arrive on QQ Music’s mobile app soon – enabled by Dolby AC-4, Dolby’s flagship audio codec.

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.