Author: Arjun Singh

New Delhi [India], January 10: When S Krishnan, the Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), recently inaugurated PARAM SHAKTI at IIT Madras, it was not the customary ribbon-cutting ceremony but a bold statement of India becoming more technologically empowered. PARAM SHAKTI is not just another supercomputer. It is built on homegrown hardware, based on C-DAC RUDRA servers, and operates on an indigenous software stack using the open-source AlmaLinux. It can perform 3.1 quadrillion calculations per second—yes, quadrillion, with a capital Q. It is not a flashy technological flaunt. It is an Indian science turbocharger. Researchers in…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: Hollywood actor and producer Prashant Rai has added an intriguing musical chapter to his creative journey with the release of his AI-powered single, “Twin Soul.” The evocative track, blending innovative technology with rich emotional resonance, stands as a tribute to Bollywood star Disha Patani, whom Rai describes as his “twin soul.” This artistic offering marks a bold fusion of cinematic sensibility and musical expression in the age of digital creativity. In an era where artistic mediums intersect with cutting-edge technology, Twin Soul emerges as more than just a song — it is a reflection on…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: When a Korean actor steps onto an American late-night stage, it rarely arrives as a loud announcement. No fireworks. No manifesto. Just a chair, a smile, and a conversation carefully calibrated for laughs between commercial breaks. Yet Ahn Hyo-seop’s upcoming appearance on The Tonight Show in early 2026 is not merely another celebrity stopover—it is a cultural checkpoint disguised as casual television. The move feels inevitable. It also feels overdue. Ahn Hyo-seop is not new to global attention. What’s changing is the ecosystem around him. Korean actors no longer arrive as “introductions.” They arrive as…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: In today’s fashion world, fast trends and mass produced designs are everywhere. Many consumers are now looking for clothing that feels personal and meaningful. Designer Simmi Saboo believes everyone has a hidden side that seeks self expression. Through her label, 17:17, she brings this belief to life by treating every garment as a canvas. The brand blends Indian heritage with modern design, creating pieces that feel soulful and relevant to contemporary life.        Founded in 2016, 17:17 by Simmi Saboo is a contemporary Indianwear label shaped by over 20 years of design experience. Known for her…

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], January 10: Asian Granito India Limited (AGL), a leading brand in luxury surface products including Tiles, Marbles, Quartz, and Bathware solutions has inaugurated three new showrooms in Punjab to strengthen its retail footprint in the region. The company launched its ‘AGL Universe’ showrooms in Amritsar, Ludhiana and Goraya. This milestone moment brings a world of elegance and sophisticated surface solutions closer to customers. The showroom in Amritsar was launched on 8th January, 2026 in association with LUXMI TILES at Village Ramuwal, Near Petrol Pump, Sun Sahib Road, Chheharta, Amritsar. The Ludhiana and Goraya showrooms were launched on 7th…

Los Angeles (California) [USA], January 10: The 2026 awards is already opening with an East-West mash-up that has never been seen. Since the 83rd Golden Globe Awards are coming back to the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on Sunday, i.e., January 11, 2026, everyone is eager to see an innovative list of presenters who would spearhead two of the most successful faces in Asia’s starhood. This was further validated by an official statement on January 8, which announced that Indian global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas will appear alongside Blackpink’s Lisa (Lalisa Manobal), marking a decisive step towards internationalising the Asian…

Akhila Unnithan, Mrs World Unity International, is handing over to Moumita Dutta Guru New Delhi [India], January 10: Winning on an international pageant stage is seldom about spectacle alone. It is shaped by poise honed through experience, confidence refined by self-awareness, and the rare ability to communicate purpose without excess. At the Mrs India Pride of Nation 2025 – International Edition, hosted in Sri Lanka, Moumita Dutta Guru stood out with an elegance that felt instinctive rather than rehearsed, earning the title Winner – Beautiful Eyes. Her win carried a quiet authority. In a pageant landscape that increasingly values emotional…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: There was a time when Korean unscripted television was treated like a cultural curiosity—interesting, niche, and ultimately peripheral to the global content economy. That phase is over. Quietly buried. Possibly cremated on a beach somewhere between jealousy, flirtation, and a strategically placed slow-motion walk. With Single’s Inferno officially renewed for Season 5, set to premiere on January 20, 2026, the dating show has crossed a threshold no Korean reality format on the platform has crossed before. Five seasons. Not a reboot. Not a spin-off. A straight renewal. In streaming terms, that’s not success—it’s institutional trust.…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: Marking a defining moment for India’s rapidly evolving gaming industry, KRAFTON India today hosted the inaugural KRAFTON India Awards 2025, presented by iQOO, at JW Marriott, Juhu. The invite-only ceremony brought together leading gaming creators, Esports athletes, commentators, casters and ecosystem stakeholders, alongside KRAFTON India’s leadership as well as senior industry executives and partners. The Awards mark the first time a global gaming publisher has instituted a dedicated, homegrown awards platform in India. Conceived as more than a one-time celebration, the KRAFTON India Awards presented by iQOO are created to recognise sustained excellence and impact…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 10: For years, K-pop has existed in a strange cultural purgatory. Too global to be dismissed as a niche, too foreign to be comfortably embraced by Western institutions that still treat English-language music as the default setting. Stadiums sold out. Streams broke records. Fan economies rivalled small nations. Yet when award season arrived, the genre was politely ushered into side categories, global playlists, or backhanded praise that sounded suspiciously like “impressive, for them.” Then came 2026. For the first time, K-pop-adjacent artists and projects have landed nominations in major Grammy categories—not the “international” margins, not genre-specific…