“I could not imagine living back in the US full-time”: Family leaves New York, buys $13,000 home in Italy and later purchases a second propertyA New York family found an unexpected escape in rural Italy, purchasing a home for a mere $13,000. This move not only granted them mortgage...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Smartwatch-maker Fire-Boltt to enter smartphone market with budget 4G, 5G phonesIndian smartwatch maker FireBoltt is set to launch its Boltt brand of 4G and 5G smartphones in August, targeting consumers priced out by re...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
Worries arise over gaming of WhatsApp usernamesThe feature, expected to roll out later this year, will allow users to connect using usernames instead of sharing their phone numbers. Whil...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.01 AM IST
Vikas Khanna invests in New York's Kolkata Chai CoMichelin-starred chef Vikas Khanna's Bungalow Hospitality Investments has partnered with New York's Kolkata Chai, a brand dedicated to auth...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
Mark Zuckerberg asks Meta to explore working with Polymarket and Kalshi: ReportThe social media company's executives have said Arena, Meta's new prediction market app under development, will differ from Polymarket and ...
28 Jun, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
Why did New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani jump into a public pool fully clothed, breaking the pool dress code? Tradition explainedNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani revived a decade-old tradition by diving into a public pool in a full suit and tie to kick off the 2026 ...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Sridhar Vembu on why Chennai and Bengaluru land prices rival New YorkZoho founder Sridhar Vembu blames corruption for soaring land prices in Indian cities like Chennai and Bengaluru, comparing them to New Yor...
28 Jun, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
IIT Bombay, New York University announce collaboration in engineering education, researchIIT Bombay has teamed up with the State University of New York Old Westbury to enhance education and research in science and engineering. T...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
Smartphone brands brace for 9-10% festive sales drop as higher prices dampen demandSmartphone sales are projected to dip by 9-10% this festive season as rising handset prices dampen consumer demand. Brands are strategizing...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.40 AM IST
Afghanistan's Taliban government imposes smartphone ban on government officialsAfghanistan's Taliban government has banned civil servants from using smartphones in government institutions, effective June 16. Violators ...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
Diaspora members, New Yorkers savour Indian mango varieties at special eventNew York City experienced a delightful 'Indian Mango Festival' at Union Square, showcasing Kesar and Langra varieties. Over a thousand New ...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Mamdani-backed candidates win New York Democratic primariesThree candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primary elections for seats in the US House of Representatives on T...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
Mark Zuckerberg directed Meta to create a prediction markets app: NYTMeta is reportedly developing a new app, codenamed 'Arena,' designed to function like prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi. Ini...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
Suspect in custody after New York hotel fire kills 6, leaves several displaced; fire and ambulance crews on scene amid rescue ops — updates insideTragedy struck a New York hotel as a devastating fire claimed six lives and left many homeless. Authorities have arrested a man charging hi...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Bill seeking to ban horse carriages in NYC renamed after Indian teen killed in Central Park incidentA bill to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City has been renamed 'Romanch's Law' in honor of an Indian teenager who tragically died af...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary schoolNorway is implementing strict rules on generative AI for students, nearly banning it for those aged 6-13 to safeguard fundamental learning ...
19 Jun, 2026, 08.29 PM IST
Indian teenager dies in horse carriage accident during his first trip to New York CityA tragic accident in New York's Central Park claimed the life of 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan. He was on his first trip to the city with his...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST