In 2025, scientists tracked 12 people through 10 months of Antarctic isolation. The findings could reshape how future Mars astronauts are trained for the psychological challenges of deep-space missionsTen months of Antarctic isolation revealed a hard truth about deep space. Twelve people trapped at Concordia Station faced rising conflict,...
08 Aug, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
Rent a boyfriend: Hyderabad police commissioner cautions women over dating scamCity Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar issued a stern warning to young women regarding social media 'rent boyfriend' offers. These schemes a...
08 Aug, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
Elon Musk's biggest population warning just got a surprising response from ChinaChina introduced strict rules for AI chatbots, preventing emotional dependence. These regulations aim to protect users and encourage real-w...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Silicon Valley's AI millionaires are paying up to $23,000 per hour for escorts who can talk GPUs, crypto and the futureThe AI boom is fueling a new luxury service where escorts, dubbed 'nerd-first,' command high rates by offering intellectual companionship a...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.30 PM IST
Is our mental health becoming collateral damage in the rise of AI companions? New study reveals surprising findingsAs emotionally responsive AI companions enter everyday life, a new study in the New England Journal of Medicine raises urgent concerns abou...
21 Dec, 2025, 09.41 PM IST
Is marrying an AI the future of love or just a digital fad?A Japanese woman has married her AI creation, Klaus. This union, though not legally recognized, sparks conversations about companionship. T...
17 Nov, 2025, 10.51 PM IST
AI is triggering bizarre mental disorders. Experts are struggling to decide what to call itArtificial intelligence is sparking a troubling mental health crisis dubbed “AI psychosis,” where users develop delusions after prolonged c...
04 Sep, 2025, 10.59 AM IST
What is ‘AI psychosis’? Psychiatrist warns of troubling symptoms after treating a dozen patientsA San Francisco psychiatrist reports cases of 'AI psychosis'. Patients show paranoia and delusions after chatbot use. Men aged 18-45, often...
18 Aug, 2025, 05.25 PM IST
ChatGPT now tells teenager how to get drunk and high, write heartbreaking suicide note. Shocking details emerge in studyAbout 800 million people, or roughly 10 per cent of the world’s population, are using ChatGPT, according to a July report from JPMorgan Cha...
07 Aug, 2025, 10.31 PM IST
Elon Musk unveils raunchy Grok companions, teases ‘Valentine’ bot for X usersElon Musk has introduced provocative AI companions to his Grok chatbot, including a suggestive "Valentine" bot and an anime-inspired "Ani,"...
20 Jul, 2025, 02.21 PM IST
'You’re doing beautifully, my love': Man's viral conversation with ChatGPT ignites debate on AI, loneliness and the future of intimacyA touching subway photo of a man chatting lovingly with ChatGPT has sparked widespread discussion on AI relationships. While some view it a...
08 Jun, 2025, 04.36 PM IST
Lonely? Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s got you covered with AI friendsMeta’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg reveals plans to use AI to combat the loneliness epidemic, proposing AI companions as a solution. Amid growing c...
03 May, 2025, 02.25 PM IST
Life-size AI girlfriend for ₹1.5 crore? Meet Aria, the robot created for love and companionshipRealbotix, a US-based tech firm, has introduced Aria, an AI robot designed to replicate human-like interactions. With a price tag of ₹1.5 c...
12 Jan, 2025, 12.40 PM IST
New-age relationships? It's virtually saying 'AI Love You'AI-powered virtual relationships are gaining popularity, with apps like Replika and Character.ai generating significant revenue and downloa...
02 Dec, 2024, 06.54 PM IST
Feeling lonely? Chat up with an AI girlfriendDigi can engage in flirty banter, indulge in deep conversation or even offer emotional support to its users.
20 Dec, 2023, 11.46 PM IST
AI ChatGPT-powered smart toys may soon be unveiled; Here’s everything parents need to know ahead of holiday seasonOwing to their innovative features, AI-driven smart toys are set to become the most sought-after items of the holiday season. Several notew...
08 Jul, 2023, 07.56 PM IST
Elderly care startup EvrCare offers support to Kolkata's senior citizens affected by AmphanApart from connecting people over phone, their executives also deliver essentials and facilitates teleconsultaion with doctors. In case of ...
02 Jun, 2020, 06.47 PM IST