“Do you know what the earth is made of?” asked Surbhi Gupta of her audience gathered at Kolkata’s iconic Oxford Bookstore one July evening. “It is made of iron deep within its core/yet it produces the softest flowers and the prettiest colours…,” she explained in verse.
“Do you know what the earth is made of?” asked Surbhi Gupta of her audience gathered at Kolkata’s iconic Oxford Bookstore one July evening. “It is made of iron deep within its core/yet it produces the softest flowers and the prettiest colours…,” she explained in verse.
U.S. universities have witnessed a sharp drop in Indian students' admissions this time amid the Trump administration's ongoing crisis with international students.
Mumbai: Tech Mahindra reported a strong performance for the first quarter of FY26, with net profit rising 34% year-on-year to ₹1,141 crore, compared to ₹852 crore in the same quarter last year, reported Moneycontrol.
New Delhi: BITS Pilani has announced a sweeping new vision for higher education, with Chancellor Kumar Mangalam Birla unveiling a trio of bold initiatives aimed at transforming the institution’s physical and digital footprint.
Asma Khan is a culinary force who has redefined how Indian food is perceived on the global stage. From teaching British home-cooks the soul of spice, to welcoming the King of England to her all-women kitchen, Khan’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. The owner of Darjeeling Express restaurant in London's Soho, whom Time magazine named one of the year's 100 most influential people in 2024, reveals in a chat with Sreyashi Ghosh about the inspirations behind her famed restaurant and her new book
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Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has shared on X that he is working on creating an app called Bitchat.
In a strategic push to harness the power of AI for inclusive communication, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting through its WaveX Startup Accelerator Platform, has launched the “Kalaa Setu – Real-Time Language Tech for Bharat” Challenge.
Open AI chief Sam Altman has predicted that the progress in Artificial Intelligence technology will replace several traditional jobs, creating a shift in the market.
Kolkata/IBNS: The Junglemahal area of Bankura is inhabited by a large number of Santals who have passed the 10th and 12th grades in Santali vernacular mode.
Kolkata/IBNS: The Bengal, a Kolkata-based NGO, as part of its Pride Month celebrations, organised an event, “Colours of Courage 2025”, as a tribute to the pride, identity, empowerment and strength of the LGBTQ+ community.
Kolkata’s leading NGO, The Bengal, as part of its Pride Month celebrations, organized an event “Colours of Courage 2025” as a tribute to the pride, identity, empowerment and strength of the LGBTQ+ community.
In a major push to support aspiring Indian medical students seeking education abroad, Apollo MedSkills Ltd, a leading healthcare skill development institution in India, has signed an academic collaboration agreement with Zarmed University in Uzbekistan.
Kolkata/IBNS: Charles Correa was not merely an architect; rather, he was a philosopher of space, said Australian architect Peter Stutchbury, delivering the keynote address at the 8th Charles Correa Memorial Lecture here on Sunday.
Kolkata/ IBNS- The 8th edition of the Charles Correa Memorial Lecture was held last Friday at the Royal Bengal Room, City Centre Salt Lake
Kolkata/IBNS: Snapchat has made an important move to grow in Eastern India by hosting its first Creator Connect event in Kolkata.
Electronics major Samsung seems to be working on creating a new privacy and security feature that is likely to debut in its upcoming One UI 8 software update.
Knitting and crocheting, thought to be ‘old-world’, have gained popularity in recent times as a creative outlet for both men and women in today’s hectic times, finds Anju Munshi
In a city known for its glittering skyline and world-class gastronomy, Dubai has become a vibrant playground for culinary innovation—and Indian cuisine is at the heart of this evolution.
Salem/IBNS: In a major recognition of its academic and research excellence, Sona College of Technology, Salem, has secured two prestigious national distinctions: achieving the top faculty performance ranking in the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) among over 7,000 colleges during the January–May 2025 cycle., and its renewed certification as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) by Indian government's Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR).
Kolkata/IBNS: Amid rising global concerns over visa delays, scholarship access, and post-study work rights, Australia is one country that is committed to supporting Indian students majorly, said its official trade, investment and education promotion agency.
Kolkata/IBNS: Loreto College and Bluesky Educational Services signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the objective of providing higher-education opportunities and counselling to students interested in studying abroad here on Friday.
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Samsung Electronics on Tuesday said it is revolutionizing 3D gaming with the launch of the Odyssey 3D (G90XF), a glasses-free 3D gaming monitor that eliminates the inconvenience and discomfort traditionally associated with 3D content.
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has nominated prominent Kolkata-based cultural personality, author and philanthropist, Sundeep Bhutoria, to the Board of Trustees of the Victoria Memorial Hall (VMH) for a three-year term.
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) on Friday announced on June 18, 2025, in Hyderabad, the soft launch of BSNL Quantum 5G FWA.
People in Kolkata can savour authentic cuisines from Kerala at Vivanta Kolkata, EM Bypass, which offers a fascinating array of cuisine from Southern India at its all-day dining restaurant, Mynt.
The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC), East India Council, hosted a remarkable evening titled “Flavors of Friendship” recently, celebrating the rich culinary heritages of India and the United States.
British consumer tech brand Nothing will be shifting from its signature design language with its upcoming handset Phone (3).
