From AI hype to real impact: What will it take to stand out at the TOI AI Quotient Awards 2026?

From AI hype to real impact: What will it take to stand out at the TOI AI Quotient Awards 2026?

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a futuristic idea discussed inside technology labs. Across India, AI is increasingly becoming part of how companies serve customers, manage operations, make decisions, build products, and solve complex business problems. But as more organisations embrace AI, one question is becoming increasingly important: What separates an impressive AI experiment from…

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Hair fall getting worse every monsoon? Expert explains what humidity, sweat and rainwater are doing to your scalp and how to prevent it

Hair fall getting worse every monsoon? Expert explains what humidity, sweat and rainwater are doing to your scalp and how to prevent it

The monsoon brings relief from the heat, but the humid weather can be tough on your hair and scalp. Increased humidity, sweat, pollution, and dampness can make the scalp oily and trigger problems such as dandruff, itching, frizz, and increased hair shedding. According to Dr. Bushra Aziz, BAMS & Trichologist, a consultant at Traya, monsoon…

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Pari Bishnoi: ‘It’s a mental game’: IAS officer Pari Bishnoi shares the mindset UPSC aspirants need to succeed

Pari Bishnoi: ‘It’s a mental game’: IAS officer Pari Bishnoi shares the mindset UPSC aspirants need to succeed

IAS officer Pari Bishnoi shares the mindset UPSC aspirants need to succeed For UPSC aspirants, the pressure can begin well before they enter the examination hall. The constant talk around competition, preparation, and success can make candidates question whether they are doing enough. An IAS officer has now shared a perspective that puts the focus…

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Thousands of tourists now crowd beaches around China’s Wenchang spaceport to watch rockets launch, turning a once-secretive space programme into a booming mix of tourism, art and entertainment

Thousands of tourists now crowd beaches around China’s Wenchang spaceport to watch rockets launch, turning a once-secretive space programme into a booming mix of tourism, art and entertainment

CZ-7 launch from Wenchang (Wiki) Something that used to be treated as a secret is no more a secret! China’s space programme is increasingly showing launch pads and laboratories and now becoming a larger part of tourism, art, entertainment these days. According to a Reuters report from Hainan, Beijing and Inner Mongolia documents how rocket…

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Sri Lankan cricket legend Kumar Sangakkara spent years restoring a historic villa built more than 100 years ago, blending old-world architecture with modern design; the heritage property is now ready for a new chapter

Sri Lankan cricket legend Kumar Sangakkara spent years restoring a historic villa built more than 100 years ago, blending old-world architecture with modern design; the heritage property is now ready for a new chapter

Kumar Sangakkara with wife Yehali (Instagram/Canva) Kumar Sangakkara is a name that needs no introduction. Everyone who follows cricket or even who doesn’t, knows the Sri Lankan cricket legend. But what people don’t know is that back in 2008, Kumar Sangakkara along with his wife Yehali bought a house inside Galle Fort, also known as…

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Who are Erik Slavin, Lara Korte? Stars and Stripes editor, reporter fired by Pentagon for ‘insubordination’ |

Who are Erik Slavin, Lara Korte? Stars and Stripes editor, reporter fired by Pentagon for ‘insubordination’ |

The Pentagon has fired two journalists at Stars and Stripes after they publicly defended the military newspaper’s editorial independence. Editor-in-chief Erik Slavin and Middle East reporter Lara Korte were both given separation notices on Friday, with the Pentagon citing “insubordination” as the reason. Publisher Max Lederer was also dismissed, days after announcing that he planned…

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A Russian pensioner covered her Siberian home with 30,000 colourful bottle caps; the unusual recycling project turned a wooden house into a giant work of art

A Russian pensioner covered her Siberian home with 30,000 colourful bottle caps; the unusual recycling project turned a wooden house into a giant work of art

What do you do with a plastic bottle cap once the drink is gone? For most people, it is the smallest part of the bottle and one of the easiest things to throw away. For Russian pensioner Olga Kostina, however, those colourful little caps became something far more ambitious. Over several years, she collected thousands…

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When outdoor plants struggle, these 5 houseplants keep your home green and lush

When outdoor plants struggle, these 5 houseplants keep your home green and lush

Calathea has earned a devoted following for good reason, its bold, patterned leaves in stripes and deep contrasting colours look almost too intricate to be real. It prefers stable, consistent conditions, bright but indirect light, steady humidity, and no sudden temperature swings, which is exactly the kind of environment an unpredictable outdoor season can rarely…

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‘Little fat black shirt’: Bengaluru customer finds shocking body-shaming remark on Subko Coffee bill; coffee chain apologises |

‘Little fat black shirt’: Bengaluru customer finds shocking body-shaming remark on Subko Coffee bill; coffee chain apologises |

A Bengaluru customer was left stunned after allegedly finding the words “Little fat black shirt” printed on his bill at popular coffee chain Subko instead of his name. The incident, which reportedly took place at Subko The Craftery in Koramangala, has since prompted the cafe to issue a public apology.The customer shared his experience on…

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