As entry-level 5G smartphones became more expensive, several brands reintroduced or extended 4G models to retain buyers at the lower end NEW DELHI: India’s cheapest smartphones are disappearing fast. Rising component costs have made sub-$100 (around Rs 9,000) devices increasingly unviable for manufacturers, while giving older 4G technology an unexpected lifeline as brands look for…
Nagpur: Solar Industries, a Nagpur-headquartered explosives manufacturer, has signed a definitive agreement to take over South Africa’s Omnia Holdings in a Rs 12,951 crore deal, leading to formation of one of the world’s largest and most integrated blasting solutions platform.Solar would also get access to key international markets, including US, Canada, Australia, Brazil and Indonesia,…
At just 11 years old, Japan’s Yuki Kurihara has already won an Asian Games gold medal. But after beating players much older than him, the young esports player said he felt “embarrassed” and could not show much emotion.Kurihara, a primary school student and the youngest athlete in Japan’s Asian Games history, defeated South Korea’s 24-year-old…
India’s net direct tax collections jumped 23.09% to Rs 8.11 lakh crore by August 10, 2026, up from Rs 6.59 lakh crore in the same period last year, data released by the income tax department showed.The latest figures put the increase in net tax receipts at Rs 1.52 lakh crore over the comparable period of…
Britain’s obsession with a nice cup of tea is famous around the world. But as the climate changes, that love affair is wilting in the heat. A scorching summer dampened demand for tea, according to Associated British Foods, the owner of tea brand Twinings and malt-drink brand Ovaltine. Hot beverages fell out of favour with…
Yash Thakur (Image credit: Instagram) NEW DELHI: The Nagpur airport was buzzing with passengers rushing to collect their luggage and catch their connecting flights. Amid the chaos, Yash Thakur‘s phone rang with the call he had been dreaming of all his life – his maiden India call-up.The 27-year-old fast bowler had just landed in Nagpur…
Benchmark equity indices rebounded on Wednesday after two consecutive sessions of losses Benchmark equity indices rebounded on Wednesday after two consecutive sessions of losses, supported by positive global market trends and a decline in crude oil prices.The BSE Sensex climbed 443.97 points, or 0.58 per cent, to close at 76,922.64 after rising as much as…
Naga Chaitanya will be next seen in the mystical action adventure thriller, ‘Vrushakarma’ directed by Karthik Dandu. According to the latest reports, the makers are planning to release the film in theatres on December 3. Interestingly, the date is also set for the release of Prabhas’ war action drama ‘Fauzi’, directed by Hanu Raghavapudi. ‘Vrushakarma’…
After a brief spell of calm, global oil markets are once again facing chaos. Crude oil prices surged another 1% on Thursday after already recording a 5% jump in the previous trading session, as US President Donald Trump declared that the ceasefire agreement with Iran was “over.” At the same time, fresh US military strikes…
Demon Slayer Infinity Castle came out on 18th July 2025, and since then, people have been waiting to watch the second part. Anime fans have been waiting with bated breath to witness what happens next in the ongoing arc. It was officially announced that part 2 will come in 2027, but no specific date has…
Farah Khan recalls being ‘devastated’ after Akshay Kumar-Katrina Kaif starrer Tees Maar Khan failed (Image credits: Instagram) Farah Khan is no stranger to delivering blockbuster entertainers. From Main Hoon Na and Om Shanti Om to Happy New Year, the filmmaker has enjoyed a successful directorial career. But Tees Maar Khan remains the one film that…
