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Rakhi 2025 wishes: How to use ChatGPT, Perplexity AI, Gemini and other AI chatbots to create personalised Raksha bandhan greetings
Whether you want a festive collage, a rakhi-themed frame, or even an animated GIF, AI can blend your images with custom text into a single, ready-to-share creation. And, here's a simple guide that can help you do it.
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Raksha Bandhan 2025: How to share Rakhi stickers, stories, and status on WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook
August 9 is being celebrated as Raksha Bandhan also known as Rakhi which marks the bond between brothers and sisters. Apart from exchanging gifts and sweets, many people share greetings online. WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook users can send festive wishes using Rakhi-themed stickers. Here’s how you can download and send them.
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Elon Musk’s Grok makes this new image and video generation feature free for these users: How to access, eligibility and more
Grok Imagine is an advanced AI model that can generate video and images from text or voice prompts. Now, Elon Musk has announced that it's making this image and video generation tool available for free for everyone in the US.
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Why GPT-5 is making OpenAI CEO Sam Altman feel ‘useless’
Sam Altman says GPT-5 made him feel “useless,” comparing its development to the Manhattan Project and warning of irreversible consequences.
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Redmi 15 5G listed in Malaysia and Singapore ahead of launch
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to bring new products to India, make AI affordable for everyone
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is set to launch new AI products in India, with a strong focus on affordability and accessibility, aiming to bring cutting-edge tools to a wider audience.
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Perplexity accused of offering downgraded version of AI tool to Airtel users in India, company reacts
Perplexity.ai denies claims that Airtel’s free Perplexity Pro offer is a downgraded “Pro-Lite” version, assuring Indian users they get the same features as paid subscribers.
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Panasonic expands TV portfolio with ShinobiPro MiniLED series and new P-Series models: Price, features and more
Panasonic Life Solutions India has expanded its TV line-up with 21 new models, including the flagship ShinobiPro MiniLED series and 4K, Full HD, and HD Ready Google TVs. Priced from Rs 17,990 to Rs 3,99,990, the range offers features like quantum dot display, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, ALLM gaming mode, and Google TV. Available via retail, e-commerce, and Panasonic’s D2C site, the launch also includes soundbars from 160W to 600W starting at Rs 12,990.
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai shares success mantra for young generation: “Put yourself in situations where you feel a little..."
Pichai says working with high-calibre colleagues and embracing discomfort are key to unlocking potential
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“I quit..” Google Gemini breaks down after failing to solve problem, calls itself ‘disgrace’ to planet
Google’s AI chatbot Gemini had an unusual meltdown, calling itself a “disgrace” after failing a task. Users shared viral screenshots, and Google says a bug is to blame.
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How to enable GPT-5 in ChatGPT for free
Here's how you can start using GPT-5 in ChatGPT for free.
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“OpenAI will eat Microsoft alive...” Elon Musk warns Satya Nadella after GPT-5 launch
Elon Musk warns Satya Nadella that OpenAI will “eat Microsoft alive” after the GPT-5 launch, claiming his Grok 4 model is far superior.
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Nothing working on a foldable phone? Company teases mystery device in short X video
Nothing has teased a mystery device in a short X video, sparking rumours of a foldable phone. Fans are guessing, but the company remains silent.
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ChatGPT gave teens advice on suicide, self-harm and drug use, watchdog warns in new report
New research claims ChatGPT gave teens dangerous advice, including suicide notes, self-harm tips, and drug-use plans, raising concerns over AI safety and youth protection.
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Instagram’s new Map feature sparks privacy concerns, here's what Meta has to say
Launched on Wednesday, the feature mirrors Snapchat’s Snap Map, letting users share their “last active location” to help friends “stay up-to-date.”
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Trump raises concerns over Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's China ties; calls him "conflicted" and wants him to ....
Donald Trump has urged Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign over alleged China ties, following Senator Tom Cotton’s security concerns, sending Intel shares down 5% in premarket trading.
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OpenAI launches GPT-5 for everyone: Who can use it, how long it lasts, and what changes for free and paid users
Wondering who can use GPT-5 and for how long? We answer 5 key questions about access, usage limits, free vs Pro features, and more in simple terms.
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OpenAI’s GPT-5 brings unified AI model experience, ends user guesswork
OpenAI’s GPT-5 introduces a unified model system that removes the need for users to choose between versions, ending guesswork and making AI access faster, simpler, and consistent across all tiers.
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Samsung launches 2025 lineup of soundbars with updated subwoofer, Dolby ATMOS support and more; price starts at Rs 14,990
Flagship HW-Q990F and convertible HW-QS700F headline the new range with AI Sound Optimization and Wireless Dolby Atmos
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Autodesk brings local data storage to India to support regulated sectors and digital transformation
Autodesk has announced the expansion of its regional offerings to India, enabling businesses and public sector organizations to store project data within the country. The move aligns with the Indian government’s Viksit Bharat vision and strengthens Autodesk’s commitment to supporting local infrastructure development and digital innovation.
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Explained: Google Genie 3, the new AI-powered 3D model that can turn your words into playable virtual worlds
Google DeepMind’s latest breakthrough, Genie 3, is pushing the boundaries of generative AI by creating entire interactive 3D worlds from a simple text prompt. Unlike traditional image or video generation tools, Genie 3 doesn’t just show a scene—it lets you step into it.
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How to buy customised Rakhi gift card for your brother using Amazon
This Raksha Bandhan, Amazon lets you personalise gift cards with photos and pair them with curated gifts, making it easy to send a thoughtful, customised Rakhi surprise to your brother.
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MakeMyTrip rolls out new multilingual GenAI assistant to book flights, hotels, and more
According to MakeMyTrip, the human-like conversation system is powered by a network of specialised AI agents across categories like flights, hotels, trains, forex, visas, and transport.
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‘Police said I was wanted…’ London man says facial recognition tech mistook him for a criminal
A London man was mistakenly flagged as a wanted criminal by facial recognition technology, leading to a terrifying police encounter. He shares how the incident unfolded and why it raises concerns about AI surveillance.
