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University of Liverpool set to open campus in India. Know the city where it will be established

The Ministry of Education today handed over the Letter of Approval (LoA) to the University of Liverpool, United Kingdom, paving the way for the establishment of its branch campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

HMD Vibe2 5G back on sale on Flipkart from June 3. Check out the offer price

India’s first smartphone with Indus by Sarvam AI, the all-new HMD Vibe2 5G, is back on sale starting June 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM onwards on Flipkart at INR 12,499 for a 4/128GB variant,.

Sony unveils ‘True RGB’ TV that could change home viewing forever

Sony India has announced the launch of its BRAVIA 7II television series, introducing True RGB technology powered by RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro to enhance home entertainment with richer colours, deeper contrast and improved visual realism.

Scammers using AI voices? Google’s new feature could stop them instantly

Scam calls powered by artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly common, with fraudsters impersonating victims’ close family members to extract money and sensitive information. Using AI-driven voice cloning, scammers are now able to convincingly replicate trusted contacts, making such fraud harder to detect.

Hisense unveils U7SE 144Hz ULED Mini-LED TV lineup, promises AI-powered picture performance

Consumer electronics brand Hisense has announced the launch of its latest ULED Mini-LED TV lineup – the U7SE 144Hz Mini-LED series in India.

Big fashion moment: Manish Malhotra set for historic Paris Haute Couture week debut

Ace Indian designer Manish Malhotra on Tuesday announced that he will make his debut at the Paris Haute Couture Week on July 8, 2026.

Mother Dairy unveils India’s first naturally degradable milk pouch

Mother Dairy, a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), on Tuesday announced the launch of India’s first naturally degradable milk pouch in soil, marking a significant step toward sustainable packaging and environmental responsibility.

From Ultrasound to Smartwatch: ASUS unveils AI healthcare revolution at COMPUTEX 2026

ASUS on Tuesday unveiled a new AI-powered healthcare ecosystem designed to help medical professionals make faster and more informed clinical decisions in real time.

ASUS unveils AI-powered companion, service robots at COMPUTEX 2026

Technology giant ASUS on Tuesday unveiled a new generation of AI-powered service robotics at COMPUTEX 2026, introducing the Next-Generation Companion Robot and ASUS Kairo, both designed to enhance care, assistance, and service experiences through advanced artificial intelligence.

Indian luxury goes global: Taj enters continental Europe with landmark Frankfurt hotel

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), a hospitality company, on Monday announced the debut of Taj Hessischer Hof Frankfurt, marking the brand’s entry into Continental Europe.

Apple's new secret Beats headphones may have just been revealed through footballer Lamine Yamal

Tech giant Apple may be preparing to launch a new pair of Beats headphones, with fresh clues emerging from recent Instagram posts by Spanish football sensation Lamine Yamal.

Samsung just unlocked rare Munch masterpieces for millions of art lovers

Samsung Electronics today announced a new collaboration with MUNCH to add iconic artworks by Edvard Munch to Samsung Art Store. The digital collection makes 37 masterpieces such as “The Scream,” “The Dance of Life” and “Melancholy” — as well as several rare works from the museum’s collection — available to millions of users around the world.

The future is here: NVIDIA, Microsoft turn Windows PCs into AI teammates

NVIDIA on Sunday unveiled NVIDIA RTX Spark, a new superchip that reinvents Windows PCs for the era of personal AI agents — offering a new class of computer that moves from tool to teammate.

"Modern organisational management needs a spiritual foundation," says former IIM Calcutta director at MCHD foundation day

Kolkata/IBNS: New-age management and leadership must be rooted in spirituality rather than an excessive focus on material pursuits, former IIM Calcutta Director Dr. Subir Chowdhury said while delivering a lecture in Kolkata on Saturday.

Our long-term target is 500 stores by 2030: Indian Silk House Agencies CEO Darshan Dudhoria

Darshan Dudhoria, CEO of Indian Silk House Agencies, speaks to IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra about Only Sarees, the future of Indian ethnic wear, and the digital transformation reshaping the saree retail industry. Excerpts:

Acer unveils futuristic smart e-mobility solutions at COMPUTEX 2026. All details inside

Acer is presenting at COMPUTEX 2026 a comprehensive range of e-bikes and e-scooters paired with a unified software experience, advancing its smart connected e-mobility strategy.

Samsung and top US hospital team up to study GLP-1 drugs using Galaxy watch. Why is it necessary for you?

Samsung Electronics and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Diabetes Research Center (DRC) today jointly announced a research study to investigate the efficacy of Galaxy Watch in assisting adults starting GLP-1RA1 therapy to monitor and potentially manage muscle loss.

Meta, TikTok and YouTube to pay millions after Kentucky school district's explosive lawsuit. All details inside

Several major social media companies, including TikTok, Meta and YouTube, have agreed to pay a combined $27 million (approximately ₹224 crore) to settle a lawsuit filed by a rural school district in Kentucky that alleged their platforms were intentionally designed to be addictive and contributed to a teen mental health crisis.

Banning kids from social media won't solve the problem, UN issues stark warning

Blocking children from social media is no substitute for making platforms safe in the first place, the UN human rights office warned Friday, as it issued a 10-point framework urging governments and tech companies to go further and faster to protect children online.

Paint, dance, create: The secret to slower ageing may be simpler than you think

Regularly taking part in arts activities such as reading, listening to music or visiting a gallery or museum may slow the pace of biological ageing, suggests a new study by UCL researchers.

Nvidia's cryptic teaser has Tech world buzzing—Is a new PC revolution coming?

Tech giant Nvidia has sparked fresh speculation about its potential entry into the Arm-based PC processor market ahead of the upcoming Computex trade show in Taiwan, following a coordinated social media teaser with Microsoft.

Acer unveils powerful new Snapdragon laptops with next-gen AI features

Tech major Acer has introduced the Swift Spin 14 AI and the Aspire Go 15, broadening the company’s laptop portfolio with a greater range of devices powered by Snapdragon.

‘Just keep prompting’ is costing big tech millions — the rise of AI ‘tokenmaxxing’

Mumbai/IBNS: Big tech companies embracing Artificial Intelligence for faster productivity are now facing mounting operational costs, forcing them to rethink their AI spending strategies, media reports said.

Oura unveils world’s smallest smart ring — And it’s packed with AI features

Oura, maker of the world’s leading smart ring, today announced Oura Ring 5, the smallest smart ring in the world.

Samsung unveils massive 2026 Vision AI TV lineup in India with 72 new models

Samsung India on Wednesday announced the launch of its full 2026 Vision AI TV lineup, spanning Micro RGB, OLED, Neo QLED, The Frame, Mini LED and UHD TVs.

Fastrack Perfumes introduces “Carry Your Vibe”

Fastrack Perfumes has introduced Carry Your Vibe which reinvents fragrance discovery with a format that’s as bold as it is functional.

OpenAI’s massive USD 445,000 salary for new job role reveals growing fear over self-improving AI

OpenAI is offering a salary of up to $445,000 (around Rs 3.7 crore) for a specialised safety researcher role focused on addressing growing concerns around advanced artificial intelligence systems that could eventually improve themselves.

Bank details with your snacks? Viral Bhel Puri photo raises serious privacy fears

A bizarre incident has triggered widespread concern on social media after a plate of bhel puri was allegedly served wrapped in pages of a bank statement, raising serious questions about hygiene and data privacy.

Sona College announces admissions to BTech in Computer Science, IT, AI-ML & Data Science

Salem: Sona College of Technology has announced admissions to its four-year B.E., B.Tech programmes in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Data Science for the forthcoming academic year.

Apple blocked $2.2 billion in fraud on App Store in 2025

Tech giant Apple said it prevented over $2.2 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions, adding to a total of more than $11.2 billion over the past six years.