Japanese publishers demand OpenAI stop using copyrighted anime content for AI training
Nov 05, 2025Japanese publishers demand OpenAI halt use of copyrighted anime content in AI training. The call highlights the need to protect intellectual property rights and creators worldwide
Roi Roi Binale Review: Zubeen Garg’s goodbye that Assam will never forget
Nov 04, 2025Roi Roi Binale is recommended for anyone interested in regional Indian cinema, musical dramas, or Zubeen Garg’s work. Approach it not as a perfectly crafted film but as a heartfelt artistic statement—a swan song that, like all final performances, is more meaningful for what it represents than what it achieves.
WhatsApp web faces global outage, users report widespread disruptions across meta platforms
Nov 04, 2025Users of Meta’s flagship messaging service, WhatsApp, experienced major disruptions on the web version of the platform on Tuesday, November 4 with many reporting an inability to load chats, status updates, and other essential features. The glitch has left users struggling to communicate, particularly those relying on WhatsApp Web for work and business correspondence.
OpenAI to offer ChatGPT Go free for a year to Indian users from November 4
Oct 28, 2025OpenAI offers free one-year access to ChatGPT Go for users in India starting November 4. This move aims to promote wider AI adoption and accessibility across the country
From an Assam author comes a thriller rooted in the Northeast
Oct 25, 2025Set in the misty hills of Sikkim, Bishhal Paull’s The Liar Among Us lures readers into a world where folklore and deceit collide, and every truth hides a darker secret. This debut thriller keeps you guessing till the end — a story so layered, you can’t tell what’s real until it’s too late.
Children with one kidney can live full, healthy lives with proper care: Experts
Oct 19, 2025Children born with a single kidney can lead normal, healthy lives when parents follow routine medical care and monitoring, Indian paediatric health experts say.
‘AI has skill, not art’: Chetan Bhagat on why storytelling will stay human
Oct 06, 2025Chetan Bhagat asserts that AI lacks the art needed for true storytelling. He emphasises that human creativity remains irreplaceable despite AI advancements
“The Dark Hours of the Night”: A Powerful Translation Illuminating Women’s Lives and Spaces in Patriarchal Society
Oct 06, 2025The Dark Hours of the Night is a novel translated in English adroitly by GJV Prasad from Tamil poet and novelist Salma’s debut novel, Irandaam Jaamangalin Kathai (2004). Salma Rakkiaiah
This book profiles the visionary who shaped Assam's identity
Oct 03, 2025The biography of Ananda Ram Dhekial Phookan opens with a striking image from a century and a half ago - a young Assamese boy returning from Calcutta, leaving his studies incomplete to root himself in his homeland.
Amita Chaudhury: Newsmaker driving sustainable insurance
Sep 25, 2025Amita Chaudhury has become the global newsmaker of the moment with her appointment as the first woman of Indian origin to chair the United Nations Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI) Board under the UNEP Finance Initiative.
'The Last Free Naga' reveals tales of identity, conflict and enduring resilience
Sep 17, 2025Jim Wungramyao Kasom writes with a courage that strips away illusions, revealing the raw pulse of human struggle and resilience. 'The Last Free Naga' lingers in the mind, haunting and beautiful, long after the last page is turned.
Obesity overtakes underweight as India faces growing health crisis: UNICEF
Sep 11, 2025Obesity has become a bigger health issue than underweight in India, says UNICEF. Experts warn of rising risks of diabetes and heart disease due to lifestyle changes
In 'The Grassland Games', Assam’s wild hosts crime, cultural intrigue and a dash of drama
Sep 07, 2025'The Grassland Games' is a thrilling tale of crime and conservation. It follows a young tourist’s dangerous journey amid the region’s stunning yet menacing landscapes.
'Stitching Stardom': How a tailor defied convention to dress India’s icons
Sep 07, 2025Madhav Agasti’s memoir reveals his journey from humble beginnings to dressing India’s most famous personalities. His story is one of resilience, passion, and redefining success against all odds.
Princess Pihu or Rapunzel? Revisit an Indianised and 'over-spiced' fairytale
Sep 05, 2025Rajesh Talwar’s book offers a fresh Indianised take on Rapunzel with quirky characters and cultural flavours. It breaks traditional stereotypes while appealing mainly to children.
'Life Is A Battlefield' holds a mirror to inner wars and universal suffering
Sep 02, 2025Priya Arora’s Life Is A Battlefield connects the Mahabharata’s epic struggles with modern mental health challenges. The book inspires resilience by blending ancient wisdom with contemporary insights.
This book traces Hitler’s shadow across Israel, Palestine, and beyond
Aug 31, 2025Aabhas Maldahiyar’s book explores the deep-rooted history of Israel and Palestine, questioning Hitler’s role in the conflict. It offers readers a vivid and detailed account of the region’s complex past and present.
Was Amul girl inspired by Shashi Tharoor’s sister Shobha? The brand sets the record straight
Aug 25, 2025The Amul Girl, cheeky and witty in her “utterly butterly” ads, has charmed generations. But recently, a viral claim linked her origins to none other than Congress MP Shashi Tharoor’s family.
Explore Babur’s legacy with Aabhas Maldahiyar’s historical odyssey
Aug 23, 2025Aabhas Maldahiyar’s book offers a detailed look at Babur’s life and legacy. It combines historical facts with personal memoirs to provide a comprehensive view of the Mughal emperor’s era.
NSE CEO and MD Ashishkumar Chauhan lauds PM’s visionary Independence Day address
Aug 16, 2025Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of the National Stock Exchange of India, commended the Honourable Prime Minister’s 79th Independence Day address for providing a clear roadmap for India’s economy and society. The Prime Minister called for Atma Nirbhar Bharat, highlighting India’s strong global position backed by robust forex reserves, macroeconomic stability, and positive ratings from global agencies.
'Lyrical Lens': How Assam’s Nalini Baruah turned nudity into art and the camera found its poet
Aug 15, 2025Assam’s Nalini Kanta Baruah is honoured through the documentary 'Lyrical Lens' for his pioneering photography blending art and history. The film reflects his philosophy of patience, respect, and dedication to capturing beauty with dignity.
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