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.
Viral Video: Ex-Amazon employee quits job to become Uber driver, internet praises his passion
Jun 16, 2026, at 04:43 pm
The story of a former Amazon employee who left his corporate job to pursue his passion for driving—and later joined Uber as a driver—is going viral after a young techie shared his video on Instagram.
Telegram suspended ahead of NEET-UG re-test as govt targets paper leak networks and fraud channels
Jun 16, 2026, at 02:17 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The government has temporarily suspended access to Telegram in India as a precautionary measure ahead of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2026 re-examination, according to media reports.
Jun 16, 2026, at 01:10 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Indian government is unlikely to permit billionaire Elon Musk's Starlink to use a key satellite technology that allows its spacecraft to beam data directly to one another in space, citing surveillance and national security concerns, according to an Economic Times report.
Why AI-Generated Soundtracks Are Changing the Way We Play
Jun 15, 2026, at 05:09 pm
The leap from pre-recorded music to AI-generated soundtracks is quietly transforming how players relate to their favorite games. Instead of relying on static playlists or looping themes, adaptive sound design now responds in real time to what’s happening on screen and how someone is playing. This shift is less about novelty and more about how deeply music can now immerse and personalize the gaming experience.
OnePlus N6 launch confirmed — Here’s everything we know so far
Jun 15, 2026, at 05:01 pm
Chinese tech major OnePlus has announced that its N6 model will be launched later this month, generating significant buzz among smartphone enthusiasts eager for the next entry in the brand’s lineup.
What Mobile Creators Are Doing Differently to Grow Loyal Audiences
Jun 15, 2026, at 04:44 pm
Quietly but noticeably, the world of mobile content creation has shifted. Up-and-coming creators are no longer rushing to jump on the biggest trends or ride viral moments. Instead, a new focus defines those who are building dedicated audiences: authenticity, local relevance, and the use of flexible digital rewards. These strategies may seem subtle at first, but together they add up to a fundamental change in how creators earn trust and attention in a crowded space.
EA announces Star Wars Zero Company launch for August 27. Details here
Jun 15, 2026, at 03:47 pm
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) has announced that Star Wars Zero Company, a single-player turn-based tactics game developed by Bit Reactor in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on August 27, 2026.
Jun 14, 2026, at 07:16 pm
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated ‘Bharat Innovates 2026’ at the Palais des Expositions in Nice alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting that the ongoing technological revolution in the digital age presents new opportunities for humanity.
Anthropic halts new AI tools after US security concerns
Jun 13, 2026, at 06:28 pm
AI giant Anthropic has suspended access to its newly launched advanced models following an export control directive issued by US authorities over national security concerns.
Son lands Rs. 15 LPA MNC job, father says 'get a government job instead'—Internet divided
Jun 13, 2026, at 02:53 pm
An X post by an entrepreneur has triggered a heated online debate over the long-standing preference among many Indian parents for government jobs over private-sector careers.
Crafted in India, Framed in the West
Jun 13, 2026, at 12:20 pm
India has one of the richest traditions of handicrafts in the world, yet we often look to the West for validation before appreciating their true worth, writes Anju Munshi.
Jun 13, 2026, at 10:31 am
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with French President Emmanuel Macron, is scheduled to jointly inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 on June 14 at the Palais des Expositions de Nice, France.
Malabar Gold unveils NUWA: A stunning new diamond collection inspired by nature
Jun 12, 2026, at 05:37 pm
Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled NUWA, a new natural diamond jewellery collection inspired by the intricate patterns, textures, and subtle details found in nature.
India AI Mission launches indigenous Varya. What is it?
Jun 12, 2026, at 04:56 pm
Avataar, an AI-native transformation company, on Friday unveiled Varya, a distilled video generation model designed to make frontier AI video technology more affordable, accessible, and contextually relevant for India’s next generation of users.
India takes Quantum leap: New advanced computing lab announced at MNIT Jaipur
Jun 12, 2026, at 03:13 pm
Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Railways and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday announced the establishment of an Advanced Quantum Computing and Quantum Communications Lab at the Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur.
From medical representative to street artist: Kolkata man honours football icons ahead of World Cup
Jun 11, 2026, at 06:42 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: As football fever builds ahead of the FIFA World Cup, a quiet lane in Baranagar has been transformed into an open-air gallery celebrating some of the sport's greatest icons.
TCS goes all-in on AI! Partners with Anthropic, gives Claude access to 50,000 employees
Jun 11, 2026, at 04:11 pm
San Francisco/Mumbai/IBNS: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Thursday announced a global strategic partnership with Anthropic, the frontier AI company behind Claude, to help customers scale enterprise AI adoption.
Kolkata: UK inaugurates exhibition on climate action to mark World Environment Day
Jun 10, 2026, at 06:09 pm
An exhibition titled “Contours of Climate Action: Our Planet, Our Lens” was inaugurated in Kolkata on Tuesday, showcasing a powerful collection of photographs that highlight themes of conservation, biodiversity, and climate action.
Amazon brings game-changing Claude Fable 5 to AWS—And it’s unlike any AI before
Jun 10, 2026, at 02:45 pm
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the general availability of Anthropic’s latest frontier AI model, Claude Fable 5, on Amazon Bedrock and the Claude Platform on AWS.
No more secret browsing? Apple’s new child safety tools give parents full digital control
Jun 10, 2026, at 02:04 pm
Tech giant Apple has announced a major overhaul of its parental control system, introducing new tools designed to help parents better manage what their children can access on iPhones and iPads.
AI boom incoming: HCLTech, Google Cloud unveil high-tech innovation zone
Jun 09, 2026, at 06:06 pm
HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced the launch of an AI Innovation Zone in collaboration with Google Cloud.
Jun 09, 2026, at 03:38 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee, renowned Grammy Jury member , Governor's National Awardee & GIMA awardee, recently conducted a transformative music workshop at Autism Ashram, Hyderabad, in collaboration with Sangitanjaly Foundation.
Apple Unveils 'Siri AI' Powered by Apple Intelligence. Who can use it?
Jun 09, 2026, at 03:16 pm
Tech giant Apple on Monday introduced Siri AI, a completely redesigned version of Siri powered by its new Apple Intelligence system, marking a major leap in conversational AI capabilities across its ecosystem.
Apple just unveiled major app store changes—Developers won't want to miss this
Jun 09, 2026, at 09:51 am
Apple continuously invests in new features and services to help developers succeed and users discover their next favourite app.