How Kantara, Baramulla gave visual effects firm Identical Brains Studios a new lease of life
The NSE SME debut should’ve been a high, especially with Rs 20 crore raised, but celebrations were muted. Then Kantara and Mahavatar Narsimha changed the script.
Tech tip of the day: How to get APAAR ID for your kids to keep their academic records in one place
The APAAR ID helps parents streamline their child’s educational records under a single digital identity. Here’s how to generate it, the requirements, and where to access it online.
Snapchat enforces age verification in Australia under new law: What users need to know
Snapchat will begin locking accounts of users under 16 in Australia from December 10 under the country’s new Social Media Minimum Age Act, with mandatory age verification starting immediately.
What OpenAI learned when ChatGPT users lost touch with reality
A look at how a push for growth accidentally harmed vulnerable users, and why OpenAI is now trying to rebalance safety and engagement
Elon Musk asks users to flag Grok’s flaws; says 'we will not rest until Grok is perfect'
Elon Musk asked X users for real-world examples of Grok’s weaknesses, and Grok itself responded by highlighting its own mistakes, including factual misses and misidentified content.
iOS 26.2 Brings New Lock Screen Controls, Offline Lyrics, Better Sleep Scores and More
Apple’s iOS 26.2 update brings a series of meaningful additions including a new Liquid Glass slider for the Lock Screen, offline lyrics for Apple Music, updated sleep scoring, alarm support in Reminders and improvements to Apple Podcasts and Apple News. The update also adds screen flash notifications and expands AirPods Live Translation to the EU. Apple says iOS 26.2 will arrive in December for iPhone 11 and newer models.
iPhone 17e set for 2026 launch with major upgrades: 5 key things we know
Apple’s iPhone 17e is set to debut in 2026 with flagship-like performance, a new design, and improved connectivity. Check out the five biggest upgrades rumored for the upcoming budget iPhone.
Google Targets Text Failures in AI Images: 9 things to know
Artificial intelligence assistants often produce convincing answers in chats, yet still struggle to place readable text inside generated images. Typos, warped letters and inconsistent fonts remain common issues, limiting how far designers can rely on these models for professional use.
Vijay Sales Black Friday sale is live: Checkout deals and discounts on iPhone, laptops, TVs, audio products and more
Vijay Sales has announced its Mega Black Friday Sale with discounts on iPhones, laptops, TVs, audio products, and home appliances, along with bank offers and reward points for additional savings.
Accenture explores Agentic AI for high-volume enterprise workflows, says India head
Accenture is already applying Agentic AI in finance workflows for a large Indian retail company, where 5 agents are expected to deliver around 35% cost savings in payment operations.
Nvidia delays GeForce Now India launch; here’s why
Nvidia has pushed the India launch of GeForce Now to Q1 2026, citing ongoing server construction in the country to deliver low-latency cloud gaming performance.
Indian origin man laid off by Meta rehired after three years: Here’s what happened
An Indian origin engineer who was laid off by Meta in 2023 has rejoined the company in a senior AI role, describing the return as a homecoming shaped by industry change and new opportunities.
“What we have right now is a giant piece of …,” says Slack cofounder Stewart Butterfield on building a culture of improvement
Slack cofounder Stewart Butterfield recalled calling an early version of Slack “a giant piece of shit,” a remark that led employees to plaster his quote across the office walls.
Copilot Actions is coming to Windows 11, but Microsoft’s own safety warning is raising eyebrows
Microsoft’s new Copilot Actions feature in Windows 11 is creating buzz, but not all of it is positive. The company has issued warnings about security risks, including the possibility of malicious prompts tricking the AI into harmful actions. Here’s what users should know before enabling it.
Havells Air Oven Avanza Airfryer review: A smart choice for kitchen
The Havells Air Oven Avanza is a 15-litre, 1700W air-oven-style air fryer. After weeks of real cooking across trays and rotisserie modes, here’s how it fits into everyday routines.
iPhone grey market exports: Crackdown begins as retailers warned against foreign SIM activations
The unprecedented alert comes as the latest iPhone 17 models virtually vanish from Indian shelves, their scarcity worsened by bulk diversion of units to high-margin destinations across Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Chart of the Day | IT sector continues to navigate uncertainty
Gartner predicts that by 2026, global spending on software incorporating generative AI will actually surpass spending on traditional software without AI capabilities
Apple fans are wondering if Tim Cook is stepping down in 2026, but insiders say something very different
A recent report suggested Tim Cook may step down as Apple’s CEO next year, but new insights from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman tell a very different story. Here’s why insiders believe Cook is not preparing to leave and what this means for Apple’s future leadership.
Flipkart Black Friday sale: Minimum 30% discount on gaming laptops with Nvidia GPU from Asus, HP and other popular brands
Flipkart’s Black Friday sale offers sizeable discounts on gaming laptops under Rs 80,000, including Nvidia-powered models from Asus, HP, Lenovo, Acer, MSI and Dell, with upgraded RAM, SSDs and performance GPUs.
This country plans to ban social media for users under 16 starting 2026
Malaysia is set to ban social media access for users under 16 starting in 2026, aiming to protect children from online harms. Here’s a simple, conversational look at why the government is taking this step and how global platforms are responding.
'The world just changed...', says Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff after ditching ChatGPT for Google Gemini
Marc Benioff has sparked a fresh AI debate after declaring that Google’s new Gemini 3 model is so far ahead that he is dropping ChatGPT entirely
5 WhatsApp hacks you should know
WhatsApp continues to add new functions aimed at improving privacy, organisation, and ease of use. While most features are visible through updates, some remain tucked away inside settings and menus. These lesser-known tools can save time, clean up storage, keep conversations private, and make the app more adaptable to your routine across devices. Here are five useful WhatsApp hacks you should know, explained in detail.
Flipkart Black Friday sale is now live: Checkout deals and discounts on smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Google, Oppo and more
Flipkart has opened its Black Friday sale with discounted prices on smartphones across Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Pixel, Oppo and others. Devices in multiple price segments are listed with promotional offers.
LG rolls out Xbox cloud gaming app on TVs: Here's what we know
LG has begun rolling out the Xbox cloud gaming app on select Smart TVs in India, allowing users to stream games over the internet without needing an Xbox console
