Thread: Twitter threatens to sue Meta
Elon Musk-owned micro-blogging platform Twitter is considering legal action against Meta over its app Thread.
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Motorola makes Kriti Sanon its new brand ambassador
Kolkata: Cell phone maker Motorola has announced Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon as its brand ambassador during the launch event of its latest smartphones, the Motorola razr 40 Ultra and razr 40, held in the city.
Butoh Dance workshop in Manipur unleashes spirit of transformation
Butoh dance workshop held in Manipur, participants immersed themselves in the unique art form, experiencing a profound connection between mind, body, and spirit.
Rajasthan govt to raise punishment for govt exam paper leak to life imprisonment
Jaipur: Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot announced Tuesday that the state government intends to introduce a new Bill in the upcoming Assembly session to increase the punishment for perpetrators involved in recruitment exam paper leaks from the existing 10-year imprisonment to life imprisonment.
Meta's rival to Twitter drops on app store, expected to launch on July 6
Washington: Meta appears ready to launch Threads, a micro-blogging application designed to rival Twitter, on July 6, according to its App Store listing.
Assam based music community "HouseArrest" promotes local artists and cultivates musical milieu
Guwahati/IBNS: Guwahati-based music community, HouseArrest, formed in December 2021, is making waves by curating captivating shows and promoting local musicians.
Panchajanya: Nandikar’s conch of success on its 64th birthday
Panchajanya (the conch of Lord Vishnu producing the primeval sound of creation when blown) is about a foreboding, a stigmata and a moral imploding of right and wrong.
Life is Beautiful: Couple recreates 'Rimjhim Gire Saawan' and netizens are loving it during this Monsoon season in Mumbai
Every day there is one video or other which is going viral on social media but this time a video, featuring an elderly couple, has touched the hearts of millions as they wonderfully recreated the visuals of the classic Bollywood number 'Rimjhim Gire Saawan' from the 1979 film "Manzil".
CITCO Hotels to host two-day extravaganza: The Biryani Festival
Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) is all set to delight food enthusiasts with a grand celebration of flavors at their upcoming Biryani Festival. In honor of World Biryani Day on July 2, CITCO hotels including Hotel Mountview, Hotel Shivalikview, Hotel Parkview, and Chef Lakeview will play host to this two-day culinary extravaganza.
Indian University launches comprehensive multilingual dictionary
The Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) based in the Indian city of Pune has launched the Dictionary of Buddhist Terms, media reports said.
Malaika Arora unveils Kalyan Jewellers' new showroom in Karnal at Dyal Singh Colony
Karnal: The city of Karnal came to a standstill as crowds jostled to catch a glimpse of Bollywood actor Malaika Arora at the inauguration of Kalyan Jewellers’ showroom at Dyal Singh Colony.
Academician Mahul Brahma launches his latest book on luxury in the historic site of The Roman Bath
City of Bath, UK: Author and academician Mahul Brahma launched his eighth book- Aesthetic Leadership in Luxury- in the City of Bath in UK, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre.
Are you ready to drive your flying car, Alef's vehicle receives FAA Special Airworthiness Certification
California: Alef Aeronautics, a sustainable mobility company that is designing and developing a flying car, has announced that it received a Special Airworthiness Certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, marking the first time a vehicle of this nature has received legal approval to fly from the US Government.
A new social template
Traditional rituals in our country like pre-birth celebration for a would-be moms or weddings are getting a makeover today with many elements from outside conversing, finds Anju Munshi
Eid al-Adha special offer from Aminia, too sweet to miss
Kolkata/IBNS: Popular Kolkata eatery Aminia, which specialises in Mughlai cuisine, has a special offer for their diners as part of Eid al-Adha celebrations.
British Deputy High Commission Kolkata celebrates Pride Month 2023
Kolkata: To commemorate the Pride month, the British Deputy High Commission, Kolkata hosted a two-day workshop on 27-28 June 2023.
Youtuber Matthew Beem creates world's largest iPhone and netizens are loving it
A Youtuber has left social media stunned with his new video where he showcased his latest creation- a giant iPhone 14 Pro Max.
New Delhi: IGNCA exhibition on banknotes to showcase G20 nations heritage, themed on 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'
New Delhi: Beginning Friday, the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) in New Delhi is organising a unique exhibition titled "Banking on World Heritage" by displaying banknotes depicting the world heritage sites listed by UNESCO.
JKCPRS Conducts Virtual Session to Guide Jammu and Kashmir Students for Civil Services Exam
Srinagar/IBNS: The Jammu and Kashmir Centre for Peace, Research and Sustainable Development (JKCPRS) and the J-K Students Association organized a virtual interactive session titled "Mastering the JKAS Journey" for students preparing for civil services in Jammu and Kashmir.
Assam: Record-breaking sale of Pu'er tea at Indian auction; Gauripur tea plantation sets new standard
Guwahati/IBNS: The International Tea Day Special Auction in Guwahati, India witnessed MJunction made history by selling Pu'er tea for the first time in the country. The highly sought-after Pu'er tea, in the form of a cake, fetched an astonishing price of Rs 9000 per kilogram, setting a record in its category.
J&K: Hafiz-e-Quran girl qualifies for NEET 2023, highlights the importance of balancing faith and education
Srinagar/IBNS: Baseerah Mehraj, a talented Hafiz-e-Quran girl hailing from the Noorbagh area, has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully qualifying for the NEET 2023 examination.
realme unveils the realme 11 Pro series 5G, starting from INR 23,999
Kolkata: Smartphone major realme recently announced the realme 11 Pro Series 5G, the newest addition to the flagship Number Series.
Dimapur hosted World Music Day Event at Green Park, promoting cultural exchange and alcohol-free environment
Dimapur hosted a grand event at Green Park, 5th Mile, on June 21 to celebrate World Music Day. The event was organized by Sky Entertainment and Love Easts events in collaboration with various partners, with the aim of inspiring a deeper appreciation for diverse musical traditions worldwide.
Tripura's innovative approach in foundational literacy and numeracy garners praise at G20 exhibition
Agartala/IBNS: Tripura's groundbreaking efforts in promoting 'NIPUN' and its innovative teaching and learning materials attracted widespread acclaim at the G20 exhibition on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) held at Savitri Bai Phule Pune University.
Highland Institute celebrates 10 years of research excellence in Nagaland
Kohima/Nagaland: The Highland Institute, an esteemed independent research institute based in Kohima, Nagaland marked its momentous 10-year anniversary on June 10th.
Air India Express unveils Gourmair: A remarkable upgrade to the airline in-flight dining experience
New Delhi: Air India Express (AIXL), on Wednesday announced the introduction of Gourmair, the award-winning in-flight dining brand, curated to cater to diverse culinary preferences with a wide-range of hot meals and lite bites.
International Performing Arts Festival starts on a grand note in Mumbai; table maestro Pt Prodyut Mukherjee enthralls guests
Mumbai/IBNS: Well-known musician, GiMA award winner and a Grammy Awards jury member, Pt Prodyut Mukherjee regaled guests with his with his mastery over ‘tabla’ and ‘mouth percussion’ at the third edition of the International Performing Arts Festival (IPAF) held in Mumbai.
Tribal concept ‘halma’ can show the way for self-reliance to society at large, says minister
New Delhi/IBNS: The expansion of the concept of ‘halma’ prevalent among the tribes of India can be one of the ways to resolve climate change and other issues faced by society at large, said Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar.
IGNCA holds the first Brainstorming Session on UNESCO Memory of World Programme in India
New Delhi/IBNS: Memory is crucial for survival of humanity, said Union Minister for State for Culture and External Affairs, Meenakshi Lekhi in her address as the chief guest at the Brainstorming Session on UNESCO Memory of the World (MoW) Programme in India.
Arunachal Pradesh installs solar-wind hybrid power plant to promote renewable energy
Itanagar/IBNS: The Arunachal Pradesh State Council for Science and Technology, in collaboration with the School of Energy Science & Engineering under IIT Guwahati, has successfully installed a solar-wind power plant in the Papum Pare district.