Thane court acquits man in wifes murder case over lack of proof
Thane: A Thane court has acquitted a 32-year-old man accused of murdering his wife in 2021, noting that the prosecution failed to prove foundational facts necessary to establish guilt in a case based on circumstantial evidence. Principal District and Sessions Judge SB Agrawal, in his judgment on Saturday, said it is incumbent on the prosecution Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indian Railways has added temporary train stops at Prayag, Rambagh, and Jhunsi stations during Magh Mela 2026 in Prayagraj to help millions of pilgrims travel comfortably, with improved facilities and reduced crowding.
YouTuber Saba Ibrahim visits Hyderabad, meets fans at Abids
Hyderabad: Popular YouTuber and the sister of television actor Shoaib Ibrahim, Saba Ibrahim, is creating a buzz on social media after arriving in Hyderabad, the City of Pearls. Saba, who runs the YouTube channel Saba Ka Jahan with 3.78 million subscribers and enjoys a strong Instagram following of 1.8 million, is visiting the city for Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
An EV Newcomer That Doesn't Behave Like One
On paper, this looked like an underdog story waiting to happen. A young electric vehicle maker from Vietnam, a country better known for speed in textiles than speed on four wheels, stepping into India, the third largest car market in the world. Naturally, observers wondered how this brand would stand out among battle-hardened incumbents and cost-sensitive consumers. VinFasts first year in India reveals a playbook built on speed, confidence, and tightly aligned pillars of product, pricing, and aftersales policies But the underdog never played its part. Within months of stepping onto Indian soil, VinFast began doing a sequence of moves that made analysts double take. More and more dealers started signing with the brand. Banks shows up to finance both customers and showrooms. And in Tamil Nadu, a factory rose from empty land to a functioning production hub, producing VF 6 and VF 7 units assembled by local workers. Momentum like this is rarely accidental. It flowed from a playbook VinFast had tested in Vietnam, refined in Southeast Asia, and reinterpreted for Indias unique scale. At the core of this playbook is a trio of commitments that shaped its rise at home and define its ambitions abroad. VinFast refers to them as its three core pillars: high-quality vehicles, inclusive price, and exceptional aftersales policies. These pillars helped VinFast become the top selling automaker in Vietnam, and now they form the spine of its India strategy. Why VinFast Starts With VF 6 and VF 7 The VF 6 and VF 7 are perharps the clearest expression of how those pillars translate into practice. VinFast could have chosen to debut with any model, particularly a smaller one to get a low-risk entry. The brand has a wide lineup, from the cute and compact VF 3 that became a phenomenon in Vietnam to the luxury seven-seat VF 9. Yet it chose the VF 6 and VF 7 for India because they embody the companys core philosophy in a way that feels tailored to Indian consumers. First, high-quality vehicles . Both models carry European-influenced design and a level of fit and finish that defies the newcomer label. The VF 7 in particular has already captured attention. It was named EV Disruptor of the Year by the Jagran Hi-Tech Awards for its modern styling, spacious interior, and advanced features, which judges viewed as punched far above its expected segment position. Second, inclusive price . VinFast does not aim to be the cheapest brand in the market. Instead, it positions itself where aspiration meets accessibility. This formula succeeded in Vietnam, where VinFast offered generous equipment levels at competitive pricing, making EV ownership realistic for more households without watering down the premium experience. Even entry models came with features often reserved for higher segments. The VF 6 and VF 7 follow the same logic in India. They look premium, feel premium, and drive premium, yet remain priced for a segment where buyers are ready to upgrade from combustion vehicles without stepping into luxury territory. Third, exceptional aftersales policies . VinFast learned in Vietnam that convincing consumers to shift from petrol to electric requires more than technology. It requires confidence. Long warranties, clear maintenance policies, and easy access to service became part of its brand identity. In Vietnam, warranties for several models stretch up to ten years, a signal of engineering confidence that reshaped consumer expectations. Vietnamese users often reported that servicing VinFast models cost dramatically less than comparable petrol cars, sometimes by more than 80% in real world comparisons. These differences helped the brand surge to the top of the Vietnamese market and created a new expectation that a premium EV should also be practical. In India, the VF 6 and VF 7 arrive with the same class-leading warranty, and VinFast does not stop there. Buyers also get three years of free maintenance and three years of free charging, a little gift made possible through its strategic partner V-Green. Taken together, the VF 6 and VF 7 represent exactly how the brand intends to flip the script in each market its present: Deliver vehicles that feel premium in design and experience, price them within reach of the middle class, and support them with aftersales care that makes EV ownership feel reassuring. Factory Speaks Louder Than Ads There is marketing, and then there is a factory rising from the ground in 15 months. VinFasts Tamil Nadu plant is the physical expression of the brands belief in acting early and acting boldly. When the site was first chosen, there was nothing. The company surveyed fifteen locations across six states, chose Thoothukudi, and began construction with astonishing speed. Soon the plant rolled out the first VF 6 and VF 7, the very models that symbolize VinFasts aspiration in India. The pace felt familiar. In Vietnam, the Hai Phong plant had already shown what VinFasts execution looks like at full throttle. TIME Magazine described the factory floor as a place where robot arms twirl like pneumatic ballerinas, welding with 98% automation and producing multiple models on a single line. Even Google Maps could not keep up. The magazine noted that the satellite view still showed half of the 877 acre site sitting under the sea because VinFast built the reclaimed land faster than the satellite could refresh. Before the year was over, VinFast made another decisive move by signing an MOU with the Government of Tamil Nadu to expand its Thoothukudi facility on roughly 500 acres of newly allocated land. As part of the second phase of its 2 billion dollar commitment, VinFast is expected to invest an additional 500 million dollars to build dedicated production lines for electric buses and e-scooters, expanding beyond its current electric car output. Beyond the factory, VinFast brings with them a full ecosystem philosophy. Even before sales began, VinFast secured nationwide service and roadside partnerships with myTVS, RoadGrid, and Global Assure. It formed a battery lifecycle agreement with BatX, showing long-term responsibility for sustainability. And it laid the foundation for a charging network through V-Green, the company founded by VinFast founder Pham Nhat Vuong and which has been platform that already anchors Vietnams dense EV infrastructure. In parallel, the support infrastructure extends through financing partnerships. VinFast secured alliances with YES BANK, HDFC Bank, ICICI, Kotak, Axis, and the State Bank of India. These agreements cover retail buyers, dealer inventory, corporate fleets, and even in showroom financing. Banks responded enthusiastically perharps because VinFast arrived with credible scale, local manufacturing, and a commitment to long term presence that made lenders comfortable extending generous limits. Dealers noticed too. Within months, inquiries poured in daily from dealership groups across India wanting a spot in the network, including cities that were nowhere near VinFasts initial rollout plan. This ecosystem approach is not only operational. It is philosophical. It assures customers that buying a VF 6 or VF 7 is not a leap of faith into an untested category, but a move into a supported, well designed EV experience. The early response from Indian journalists and influencers has been a clear indicator of VinFasts resonance. During his tour of Vingroups ecosystem and the VinFast Hai Phong manufacturing complex, Vishal Ahlawat was immediately struck by the sheer scale on display. As he put it, The first thing I noticed was the vastness of the land, an enormous facility where they manufacture two wheelers, four wheelers, and even buses . Seeing VinFast vehicles everywhere in Vietnam also sparked a sense of possibility for the Indian market. He added, I would definitely love to see that in India someday. A First Year That Reads Like a Mission Statement Perhaps the most striking part of VinFasts first year in India is not the size of the factory or the number of banks or even the speed of construction. Rather, its the clarity of its intent. The company behaves not like a speculative entrant but like a long-term partner, building not for this quarter, but for the years that follow. It has already woven India into a production and service ecosystem that spans Vietnam, Indonesia, and other markets in Asia. And it has introduced vehicles that are not stepping stones, but flag bearers. The VF 6 and VF 7 are the embodiment of the companys three pillars. They prove that VinFast is not trying to sell just electric cars to India, but trying to build a complete, trustworthy EV experience. In Vietnam, this approach took VinFast from outsider to market leader. In India, it has already begun rewriting expectations of what a newcomer can pull off in a single year. A first year rarely changes a market, but it can set the mood for what follows. And if this is how VinFast begins its India story, the next chapter for a newcomer that behaves nothing like a newcomer is bound to be worth watching.
Jaana Dogan, a Principal Engineer at Google, shared on X that she tested Anthropics Claude Code by giving it a three paragraph description on what her team had been working on for over a year. She said the AI generated a design similar to their internal solution in roughly an hour.
Shanmukh Jaswanth Introduces New Girlfriend, Shares Photos on Instagram
Shanmukh was in a serious relationship with Deepthi Sunaina.
Last month, Kritika Kamra made her relationship with Gaurav Kapur Instagram official
Composer Tapas Relia reacts to his old song finding new life
Composer Tapas Relia reflects on the strange longevity of music and how his decade-old song has found its way to Instagram reels. The 2016 song, All I Am Saying Is Lets Give Love a Chance was featured recently in Madhuri Dixit`s Mrs Deshpande
CBDT chief urges tax officials to prepare for transition to new Income Tax Act
Ravi Agrawal stresses readiness, training, and clarity ahead of April 1 rollout
Sankranti festive mood grips Chittoor, Annamayya districts
With Bhogi set to be celebrated on January 14, followed by Sankranti and Kanuma, villages are caught in the grip of festive buzz rooted in agrarian culture
In their viral proposal photos and videos, Nitibha Kaul and Jags Bagh are seen passionately kissing each other. The former Bigg Boss contestant had been sharing pictures and videos with her boyfriend on her Instagram, but had never revealed his face before.
CBDT Gearing Up for New Income Tax Act 2025 Rollout from April 1
CBDT chairman Ravi Agrawal also said that new rules, procedures and forms were under formulation for this transition
CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal asks officials to be ready for transition to new I-T Act
The Income Tax Department is gearing up for a significant change. A new direct tax law will be implemented from April 1, 2026, replacing the old Act. CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal has urged officials to be ready and understand the new rules. Training and capacity building are underway to ensure a smooth transition.
Ranbir Kapoor lifts daughter Raha in playful moment, Alia Bhatt shares serene sunset silhouette
Alia Bhatt took to her Instagram account to wish fans and followers a Happy New Year. In the photo, Alia, her husband Ranbir Kapoor, and daughter Raha are all dressed in white outfits. Ranbir can be seen playing with Raha, while Alia cheers them on, holding what appears to be a toy fairy wand.
Mahhi Vij and Jay Bhanushali have often been criticised for their alleged biased treatment towards their foster children, Khushi and Rajveer, as compared to their biological child Tara. In 2021, the ex-couple penned a long note on Instagram, dismissing the claims of 'abandoning' their foster kids.
Alia Bhatt welcomes 2026 with a fairytale pic with Ranbir & Raha
Mumbai: Actress Alia Bhatts primary social media post of 2026 is a perfect tribute to her fairytale life with her husband Ranbir Kapoor and daughter Raha. Alias latest post on Instagram is a photo of her dressed like a fairy godmother in a white dress, with a wand in her hand, while Ranbir is holding Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
This Indian brand sells 220 T-shirts, 60 denims and 250 fragrances every minute
An Indian brand achieved over $1 billion in revenue by focusing on affordability and widespread reach, particularly in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. The brand's strategy of offering trend-aware yet practical fashion at reasonable prices resonated deeply with the Indian middle class, leading to rapid expansion and impressive sales figures. Know more about the brand.
Kriti Sanon gets emotional, says am gonna cry as sister Nupur gets engaged
Mumbai: Bollywood beauty Kriti Sanon is unable to control her emotions as her younger sister Nupur Sanon got engaged to her long-time beau Stebin Ben. The Tere Ishk Mein actress shared a picture from Nupur and Stebins dreamy proposal on the Stories section of her Instagram handle and wrote, Ahh, am gonna cry so much!! Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Who's Tina Rijhwani? Everything about Salman's nephew's fiance
Ayaan Agnihotri, Salman Khan's nephew, announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend Tina Rijhwani via romantic proposal photos on Instagram, captioned Leaving my girlfriend behind in 2025. Bollywood stars like Malaika Arora showered love. Tina excels in communications at Blue Advisory; Ayaan pursues music as Agni.
Kriti Sanon cant hold back tears as Nupur Sanon gets engaged
Kriti Sanon was overwhelmed with emotion as her sister Nupur Sanon got engaged to Stebin Ben. Sharing a heartfelt Instagram post, Kriti expressed joy and excitement over the lakeside proposal
Anushka Sharma just proved denim-on-denim is never a bad idea
Anushka Sharma effortlessly showcased the timeless appeal of denim in a recent Instagram photo. She sported a classic blue denim shirt tucked into high-waisted, bootcut jeans, creating a chic, head-to-toe denim ensemble. Her understated accessories and natural beauty look perfectly complemented the wearable and stylish outfit.
KVTs movable idol placed in Prayagraj mela area
Photos | Salman Khan`s nephew Ayaan Agnihotri proposes girlfriend Tina Rijhwani
Ayaan Agnihotri, Salman Khans nephew, announced his engagement to Tina Rijhwani on Instagram, sharing joyful photos from the celebration. The musician, son of Alvira and Atul Agnihotri, has collaborated with Salman and is currently working on his own EP
Vijay Hazare Trophy | Ton-upRohan, Samson help Kerala ease past Jharkhand
The openers knocks eclipse a well-paced century by Kushagra; and take their side to a comfortable eight-wicket victory; Ashok, Manav strike at regular intervals for Rajasthan as it sends TN packing; Padikkals ton helps Karnataka crush Tripura by 80 runs
Salmans nephew Ayaan Agnihotri gets engaged to Tina Rijhwani
Salman Khans nephew, singer Ayaan Agnihotri, has officially announced his engagement to girlfriend Tina Rijhwani. The announcement came via Instagram, where Ayaan shared a series of romantic pictures from the proposal, instantly grabbing attention across social media.
Video: Couple document heartwarming journey of adopting visually-impaired child
Bengaluru: A young couples life was changed beautifully after they chose to adopt a visually impaired child. Documenting a year of living with their adopted daughter like a personal diary, the Bengaluru couple shared their heartwarming journey on Instagram. It captured the quiet moments of waiting, faith, and joy that come with welcoming a child Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
CBSE Class 12 Chemistry exam 2026: Expert tips that separate average answers from top scorers
As the CBSE Class 12 Chemistry exam nears, teachers stress that success depends on calm reasoning, smart time management, and clear presentation, not rote learning alone. High scores come from mastering key chapters, practising numericals and mechanisms, using diagrams effectively, and avoiding small execution errors through disciplined, confident writing.
On Saturday, Ashish Vidyarthi went live on Instagram from the hospital to update everyone about his and his wife Rupali Barua's condition after their road accident in Guwahati. In the video, the Kill actor said that although the incident did occur, there was othing to sensationalise.
K-pop star Kwon Mina, was rescued following a suicide attempt on January 1, after alarming Instagram posts she later deleted. Mina, 32, has a history of mental health concerns, mentioning long-term bullying within AOA and an alleged sexual assault in 2007. In her posts, she explained fading in and out of consciousness, citing: My consciousness kept fading in and out, and I kept screaming 'please' in my head then I was rescued again. I've become like the boy who cried wolf.
Troubled waters: sewage and effluents sink the Cauvery
The Cauvery, which rises in the Western Ghats of Kodagu and flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu before meeting the Bay of Bengal, sustains millions of people and is home to South Indias oldest agrarian delta.And yet, today, its waters run sullied and turgid with effluents and other industrial and domestic sewage inflows, an investigation byThe Hinduteam has revealed
Kriti Sanons sister Nupur Sanon announces engagement with Stebin Ben, shares dreamy pics
Actress Nupur Sanon and singer Stebin Ben are engaged, with Sanon sharing the news on Instagram. The proposal occurred on a boat with a Will you marry me backdrop, and the couple shared intimate moments, including a video call with her parents. This announcement confirms their relationship, ending speculation.
Hrithik Roshan let`s his `25 percent Bengali blood` do the talking
Hrithik Roshan has Bengali blood through his paternal grandmother, Ira Roshan, who was a Bengali Brahmin. She was married to the legendary music director Roshanlal Nagrath
Magh Mela is a sacred festival where devotees take holy dips, pray and meditate. Starting 2026 with rituals, music and charity, it brings blessings and good fortune for the year.
Gold Winner Introduces #TogetherTastesBetter Campaign to Champion Meaningful Mealtime Connections
Gold Winner, a leading household brand known for its commitment to quality and trust, has launched its latest initiative #TogetherTastesBetter, a campaign that celebrates the simple yet powerful joy of sharing meals with family and friends. Participants of #Togethertastesbetter campaign Through this initiative, Gold Winner reinforces the belief that food tastes better when enjoyed together. The campaign encourages people to slow down, be present at the dining table, and prioritise real conversations over digital distractions. By advocating mobile-free mealtimes, the brand highlights the importance of mindful eating and genuine human connection. Participants of #Togethertastesbetter campaign At its core, #TogetherTastesBetter promotes spending quality time with loved ones and strengthening bonds through shared experiences. The campaign reflects Gold Winners larger philosophy of nurturing togetherness and creating moments that bring families and friends closer, one meal at a time. As part of the initiative, Gold Winner has also launched a consumer engagement contest inviting participants to share photographs of themselves enjoying a meal with their family or friends. The brand will reward the top 100 entries with attractive vouchers, celebrating authentic moments of togetherness and encouraging people to make shared meals a daily habit. With #TogetherTastesBetter, Gold Winner continues to go beyond products, inspiring households to rediscover the value of connection, presence, and togethernessbecause when people come together, everything, including food, truly tastes better. For more Information Contact: 4446143999/4446143991 www.instagram.com/kaleesuwari_refinery
Lakhs Bathe In Freezing Sangam Waters As Magh Mela Begins In Prayagraj
Prayagraj, Jan 3: Lakhs of devotees from different walks of life, including the elderly and children, took a dip in the icy cold waters of the Sangam here on Paush Purnima as the Magh Mela began on Saturday. The month-long Kalpavas, which is believed to absolve people of their sins, also began with Paush Purnima. During Kalpavas, devotees bathe twice in the Ganga every day and eat one meal a day, spending the rest of their time meditating and worshipping [] The post Lakhs Bathe In Freezing Sangam Waters As Magh Mela Begins In Prayagraj appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inside Priyanka Gandhis son Raihan and Aviva Baigs engagement
Mumbai: Days after reports of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and businessman Robert Vadras son, Raihan Vadra, getting engaged began doing the rounds, Raihan has now officially confirmed the news on social media. The 25-year-old announced his engagement to his long-time girlfriend, Aviva Baig, through a heartfelt Instagram post. The engagement took place on Monday Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Band Baaja Baaraat to re-release in theatres on January 16
Taking to their Instagram handle, PVR Inox shared the announcement of the popular rom-com Band Baaja Baaraat`s re-release in the theatres on 16th January
Devotees gathered in large numbers across Uttar Pradesh for the first holy dip of the Magh Mela 2026 on Paush Purnima. Pilgrims performed the sacred bath at significant locations like Ayodhya and Prayagraj's Triveni Sangam. Authorities ensured smooth arrangements for the spiritual gathering.
CBSE Class 10 English 2026 is less about fancy vocabulary and more about clear, examiner-friendly writing. Faculty from Sunbeam School, UP, share what actually moves marks: revise themes and authors message, practise letters/analytical paragraphs in the right format, and treat grammar as easy marks. Write in your own voice, avoid memorised lines, present neatly, and interpret literaturedont narrate plots.
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 2: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) today conducted searches at two locations in south Kashmirs Shopian district in connection with its ongoing probe into the November 10 blast near Delhis historic Red Fort that killed 11 people and injured several others, officials said today. According to officials, NIA teams assisted by local police carried out searches in the Pandoshan and Gagran villages in Shopian today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp They said the raids [] The post NIA searches in Shopian appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cybercrime police have arrested two individuals, a software engineer and an auto driver, for allegedly posting obscene and derogatory content on social media targeting actor Darshan's wife, Vijayalakshmi. She had filed a complaint alleging defamatory comments and messages against her and her family on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
5 simple ways to keep your bouquet fresh and fragrant for days
Bouquets can last longer with simple care. Recut stems to help them drink water. Change water daily to prevent bacteria. Keep flowers away from heat and direct sun. Remove fading flowers to protect others. Small habits ensure your bouquet remains vibrant and fragrant for days. This simple routine makes your flowers a lasting joy.
Set my bathroom on fire by accident: Sabrina Carpenter shares fiery mishap on instagram
Sabrina Carpenter accidentally started a fire in her bathroom, revealing the aftermath on Instagram Stories. The image featured a charred sink, scorched countertop, and a lone red candle, with the caption, set my bathroom on fire by accident. Fans assumed it was a candle mishap, as Carpenter provided no further information or cited injuries.
A recent Instagram post by US based cardiologist Dr Sanjay Bhojraj challenges the idea that eating less and pushing harder can fix metabolism. He argues that constant restriction and overtraining strain the body, slowing metabolic function. Instead of forcing change, Dr Bhojraj advocates supporting sleep, recovery, nervous system balance and nutrition. When biological systems are supported, energy improves, blood sugar stabilises and metabolism begins to work naturally rather than resist effort.
Why a photo of Erika Kirk with Disney star David Henrie is suddenly going viral sparking online buzz
An old photo of Erika Kirk and Disney star David Henrie has resurfaced, baffling social media users. The 2014 Instagram post showed the two friends, with Kirk praising Henrie for understanding her mission to change the world. The resurfaced image has sparked confusion due to their seemingly disparate public personas.
Pakistani stars who ruled 2025: Top 10 male and female actors
Islamabad: The year 2025 proved to be a landmark one for Pakistani entertainment, with dramas dominating screens, actors gaining massive global attention, and social media turning stars into international sensations. From record-breaking viewership to viral moments and headline-making performances, several actors stood out for truly ruling the year. Popular Pakistani entertainment Instagram page Entertainment Era Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
As 2026 begins, US based cardiothoracic surgeon Dr Jeremy London challenges conventional diet resolutions with practical advice shared in a recent Instagram video. He suggests that lasting dietary change comes from small behavioural shifts such as clearing unhealthy food from ones environment, planning meals in advance, rewarding consistency and sharing goals with others. Emphasising progress over perfection, Dr London advocates sustainable habits rather than short term diet fixes.
The Morning After: Instagram boss says more practical to fingerprint real media than fake media
Instagrams top exec Adam Mosseri expects AI content to overtake non-AI imagery and discussed the implications for the platform and users. Mosseri shared his thoughts on broader trends he expects to shape Instagram in 2026. Everything that made creators matter the ability to be real, to connect, to have a voice that couldnt be faked is now suddenly accessible to anyone with the right tools, he wrote. The feeds are starting to fill up with synthetic everything. He added: There is already a growing number of people who believe, as I do, that it will be more practical to fingerprint real media than fake media. Mosseri doesnt address the risk that this will alienate many photographers and other creators who have already grown frustrated with the app it looks like Instagram is leaning into the AI firehose. And hey: whatever keeps its users using it. Mosseri suggests many complaints stem from an outdated vision of what Instagram even is. The feed of polished square images, he says, is dead. Instead of trying to make everyone look like a professional photographer, Mosseri says that more raw and unflattering images will be how creators can prove they are real not AI. Or you could leave Instagram ? Mat Smith The other big stories (and deals) this morning Netflix releases finale trailer for Stranger Things How to watch Samsungs First Look CES 2026 presentation Meta buys startup known for its AI task automation agents TCL introduces its own take on a color Kindle Scribe CES 2026: What to expect First up, Samsung. LG CES kicks off this weekend. Weve got a full preview that well update in the run-up to the full show, but the major tech announcements will likely center on chips (ah, AI) and new TV tech (ah, CES). Intel is finally taking the wraps off its Panther Lake (Core Ultra Series 3) chips the first to debut on the companys 18A process. With a promised 50 percent performance boost, Intel needs to prove it can still compete with NVIDIA and AMD. Meanwhile, NVIDIAs Jensen Huang will deliver a keynote at the Las Vegas show, while AMDs Lisa Su teases Ryzen 9000-series refreshes and more. This years TV obsession is Micro RGB. Samsung is going big literally with a Micro RGB lineup spanning 55 to 115 inches. LG, meanwhile, has its own Micro RGB Evo panels, boasting over a thousand dimming zones for that elusive perfect contrast. Well be on the ground in Vegas to separate the legitimate, exciting new tech from the marketing fluff and AI assistant tchotchkes. And remember me mentioning the celebrity CES parade? Well, will.i.am is back at CES, this time curiously involved with LGs portable speakers . Check it off your CES bingo card. Continue reading. The era of foldable handheld consoles is coming OneXSugar Wallet has a 4:3 foldable screen and a terrible name. OneXSugar OneXPlayer is quickly establishing itself as a company unafraid to get weird as hell. (Take, for example, its pseudo-foldable dual-screen console ). This time, while it initially appears to be another standard dual-screen model, the Android-powered OneXSugar Wallet instead uses a single foldable screen. The OneXSugar Wallet was teased in a 54-second video on the Chinese video-sharing platform Bilibili. Retro Handhelds reports the Wallet uses an 8.01-inch OLED with a 2,480 x 1,860 resolution. Thats a 4:3 aspect ratio when unfolded, making it very retro-gaming friendly. Given the foldable screen tech, the price might not be. OneXSugar hasnt shared that detail yet. Continue reading. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-engadget-newsletter-121544371.html?src=rss
Cricketer Hardik Pandya and Mahieka Sharma are embracing their relationship, making it official on Instagram in 2025. Their year-end post showcased cherished moments, from weddings to pet time. Pandya publicly defended Sharma against intrusive paparazzi behavior, highlighting the need for privacy and respect in their public lives.
Youth held for posting Instagram reel showing explosion of country-made bomb
The reel was found to be deliberately provocative, created with the intention of disturbing public peace and hindering traffic movement in the area, the police said
Hyderabad Police Seek Instagram Details Of Telugu YouTuber Anvesh
The Hyderabad Police are seeking information from Instagram regarding popular Telugu YouTuber Anvesh.
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says polished AI content is dead, and creators must pivot to real
Instagram head Adam Mosseri shared his outlook on how AI would force both social media companies as well as social media content creators to change their creative strategies
Saira Banus New Year wish: May it bring a lot of joy, good health and happiness
Mumbai: Veteran actress Saira Banu greeted her fans with warm wishes for the New Year on Friday. Saira took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures and a video from her beautiful balcony. In the clip, the veteran actress is heard saying: Wishing all of you a very, very happy 2026. May it Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Magh Mela 2026: The Magh Mela 2026 will take place in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj which will commence from January 3 and will continue till Mahashivratri. The Mela will continue for 45 days and is expected to attract 15 crore devotees with the administration laying out traffic diversions for the same. Special trains will also run for pilgrims as Magh Mela commences tomorrow.
Mr Faisu skips New Year parties, opts for Umrah to welcome 2026
Mumbai: Social media influencer and popular internet personality Faisal Shaikh, widely known as Mr. Faisu, began New Year 2026 on a deeply spiritual note by performing Umrah along with his close-knit content creator group, Team 07. Sharing a group photo from Makkah on Instagram, Mr Faisu expressed gratitude for the opportunity, calling it the most Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Four More Shots Please stars Kirti Kulhari and Rajeev Siddhartha confirmed their relationship on New Year's Day 2026 with cosy Instagram photos. Fans celebrated the on-screen co-stars' off-screen romance, drawing parallels to their characters and expressing excitement for the newly confirmed couple's journey together. Read on to know more about them!
Viral Instagram reel explains why British empire was built on gin and tonic
A viral clip of Sir Percy de Courcy dramatizes a truth long forgotten: gin and tonic was once vital medicine. Quinine in tonic warded off malaria, citrus prevented scurvy, and gin made it drinkable. More than a cocktail, it was a daily imperial tool, helping Britain maintain its tropical posts and safeguard personnel where disease, more than war, threatened empire.
A viral video on Instagram showed a shopkeeper explaining how he was forced to turn away 200-300 customers who came looking for grapes for the Spanish New Year custom.
In 2025, quitting social media felt easier than ever
For a tech writer, being very offline is sort of like being a marathon coach who doesnt run. So in 2025, I tried to reverse years of studied avoidance towards the most ubiquitous technological phenomenon on earth I got back on social media. The change was short-lived. My first exodus from the feeds took some work disabling notifications, removing apps from my homescreen and then deleting accounts entirely. This time, the phone put itself down. The whole thing has simply lost its luster. I started with Instagram. Every experience went like this: Id see a single post from one of the rare family members or IRL friends who are active on the platform. Next, I was fed a sponsored post, followed by suggestions to follow randos. After that, a series of influencer videos that, admittedly, appeal to my taste (funny/absurdist women and dissertations on urban planning). That was followed up with more sponsored posts, mostly from brands Id looked up for work. Then itd circle back to the influencers. My eyes glazed over and I tossed the phone aside. Years back, the platform gave off a jolt of quasi-social connection that Id spend hours sucking up. I fed on pointless thoughts from an ex-coworker, vacation reels from a college roommate, a half-baked loaf of bread that an old friend dropped on the floor but took a picture of anyway. Now its a bare sliver of that stuff, shoehorned between towers of sponsored content and posts from people who make or promote their living on Instagram. The real people have left. The connection is gone. The FOMO is no more. I experienced some variation of the same disappointment on every platform I rejoined. When I got back on TikTok a few months after the ban , it felt like a frenzied shopping mall. Every video seems to be about four seconds long and most are promotional and/or shoppable. YouTube Shorts is drowning in AI-generated videos, and I dont hit up social media to watch fake footage of desperate wild animal babies clambering onto the boats of helpful humans. My life has no need for simulated toddlers admonishing their pets. Occasionally, Id hit on something compelling: a clip from late night TV, a stupidly decadent dessert recipe, people from other countries explaining cultural subtleties. But for me, these social media platforms are no longer velcro for the eyes. I remember losing focus, spending long hours on YouTube Shorts and IG. Id look up bleary-eyed and shame-faced after hours scrolling TikToks For You Page. Now, after a few minutes, a bored ickiness sets in. I feel like Im trapped in a carnival of bots hawking shampoo at me and I just want to go home. Its not a mystery how or why things feel different; The answer is always money. These billion- and trillion-dollar companies have shareholders who prize year-over-year performance over anything else. So we get more sponsored posts on Instagram. TikTok purposefully , enthusiastically overloads itself with shoppable content (which isnt going to change no matter who owns it ). YouTube is obsessed with engagement so it ends up rewarding people who flood the platform with AI slop. These platforms arent about human connections and the spread of creativity the stuff that used to draw me in theyre thinly varnished ecommerce sites sprinkled with brute-forced AI oddities. Id be sadder about the whole thing if I thought it could be any different. These companies are among the most valuable in the world. The fact that I cant connect with my fellow common people using their services is not surprising. The change isnt even driving everyone away. Instagram reported more users than ever this year, to the tune of 35 percent of the planet . Billions of users still scroll TikTok and watch YouTube Shorts. So maybe its just a me thing. And I have options. Over-monetization may have made me not want to engage with a few social media behemoths, but things arent so dire everywhere. Bluesky reminds me of Twitter before X. I take comfort in seeing posts that prove most people are as dismayed as I am over a government and wider economic system that are nakedly uninterested in serving the public. The hot takes arent quite as funny as they were on Twitter years back maybe its just all been said before or perhaps things have gotten too dire for levity. I still dont end up spending a lot of time on the platform, however. Its not as weird as it was before the defection and I get tired of the stream of news headlines contextualized with tut-tutting and handwringing Im perfectly capable of doing that myself. Itd be easy to say that social media just isnt my thing, but thats not true because I cant quit Reddit the shining exception to my social media ennui. It feels filled with actual people. Ads exist, but in a subdued, manageable way. And every contributor, commenter and moderator Ive come across on the app is militantly vigilant against the onslaught of artificially generated content. I also like the organizational structure. I know my Home tab will only expose me to my chosen subs and I derive great joy from happy cows, greeble-chasing cats, enigmatic night feelings and freaky abandoned spaces. I use my local subreddit r/Albuquerque daily to answer questions and keep tabs on the world (directly) around me. Sadly, Reddit is an outlier, a misfit exception to the rule, and now that its gone public , it may follow a similar monetization push. Bluesky is tiny, new and not yet profitable , so who knows where its financial journey will lead it (though the world without Caesars shirt gives us some hope). Theres something lamentable about the loss of the connections we gleaned from platforms that were once compelling, engrossing and rife with the creativity of our fellow humans. Ultimately, any public-facing company that prioritizes profits over everything else has no incentive to look out for its users. So I dont expect any of the larger social platforms to pull back on their monetization marches. For now, Ive decided Im comfortable with my admittedly narrow interaction with the world of social media. As a Gen-Xer, online-first wasnt how my relationship to the world started out. And Im pretty confident I know enough about other tech-related stuff to be useful to my editors and readers without a black belt in social. ( Ed. note: She is.) Besides, Karissas got us covered. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/in-2025-quitting-social-media-felt-easier-than-ever-140000374.html?src=rss
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Click here to see the Top 20 SKUs across each category gives you a peek into shoppers carts, from trusty staples and crowd-favorite formulas to surprise hits that are quietly rewriting beauty routines everywhere. From viral obsessions to everyday icons, Nykaa decodes the beauty choices that defined 2025 If beauty in 2025 had a headline, it would read: India flirted hard and swiped right on what worked . This wasnt a year of blind loyalty or long-term commitment. It was the year of curious, confident experimentation. Consumers chased what was viral, sampled what was trending, and moved fast, but only the products that truly delivered earned repeat screen time in their routines. Ingredient lists were scanned like subtitles. Reviews mattered. Reels influenced carts. And routines evolved in real time. With a community of over 45 million beauty lovers across 19,000+ pincodes , Nykaas Best of 2025 doesnt just decode what sold, it captures the beauty zeitgeist of India in 2025 : what people flirted with, fell for, and folded into everyday life. Because in 2025, beauty behaved less like a long marriage, and more like dating apps on a good day: fast, curious, trend-led, and brutally honest . Some Categories Didnt Just Trend. They Went Monumental . The Pout Power : We sold 1,750 lipsticks every hour . Whether it was a swipe of the M.A.C MACximal Matte in Mehr or the cult-favorite Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk , somewhere in India, a pout was being perfected every two seconds. Infrastructure for the Eyes : Stack all the kajals sold in 2025 and youd build 575 Burj Khalifas . Clearly, a sharp wing isnt a phase; its infrastructure. Base Camp : The volume of foundation sold could paint 250 football fields . From the high-coverage NARS Natural Radiant Longwear to the "skin-first" Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow Tinted Moisturizer , India is committed to the base like never before. The Pink City : Blush sales hit such heights this year that if they were paint, Jaipur wouldnt need a refresh for the next century. (Yes, Kay Beautys Velvet Crme Blush deserves a mention.) Reviews as the final word : Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser (Dry to Normal Skin with Niacinamide) won without breaking a sweat. With 1.3 lakh+ ratings and a stellar 4.5-star rating, it officially became Indias most-reviewed beauty product on Nykaa, proof that sometimes, the quiet classics win the loudest applause. Brand Topper : Dot & Key didnt just sit pretty on vanities this year, it lived rent-free in peoples search histories. In fact, Dot & Key Face Moisturiser emerged as the fastest-growing beauty search keyword on Nykaa in 2025, clocking 63% growth. From ceramides to sunscreen, the brands barrier-first, no-fuss philosophy struck a chord with a generation that wants skincare towork hard and feel good doing it. Cute packaging helped, but performance sealed the deal. Some people shop. Some people commit A shopper from Nagpur placed Nykaas single highest-value order of 2025 , Rs. 4 lakhs in one go, 91 products, no browsing, no second thoughts. Was it a wedding? A launch? A glow-up era? We dont know. But we do know the face was going to be camera-ready for anthing. Moral of the story? When India loves beauty, it loves itwholeheartedly. Skin First, Always: The Barrier Era In 2025, "glow" was the result, but "barrier health" was the requirement. Consumers stopped chasing miracles and started playing the long game with ceramides and peptides. Forever Status : Icons like Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and Simple Kind to Skin Refreshing Facewash proved they never go out of style. 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A Habit . 2025 marked the year K-beauty completed its transition from curiosity to core routine. Trust over Hype : Products like Beauty of Joseon Relief Sunscreen didnt just go viral, they stayed, were repurchased, and relied upon. Lips as Self-Care : Glossy finishes, lip oils, nourishing balms, and creamy textures officially dethroned old-school mattes. Cult favourites like LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm became the sweet spot where self-care met self-expression, making lips the main character of the beauty routine. The Glass Skin Standard: COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence remained a staple, aligning perfectly with Indias growing preference for barrier care and skin longevity. K-beauty wasnt being explored anymore. It was being trusted. Fragrance: Building an Aura Wardrobe India stopped looking for "the one" signature scent and started building wardrobes. 5 fragrances were sold every minute . Main Character Energy : From the luxury of DIOR Sauvage to the sweet comfort of Plum Bodylovin Vanilla Caramello EDP , scents became a daily personality trait. Makeup, But Make It Intelligent: The Era of the Multitasker Heavy glam took a backseat this year, not because makeup disappeared, but because it evolved. Consumers leaned into skin tints, breathable bases, and formulas that worked overtime. Makeup didnt want attention; it wanted performance. Tint-Meets-Treatment : Products like Smashbox Halo Tinted Moisturizer and LOral Paris Infallible 24H Tinted Serum led the movement. Lips, but Smarter : Liquid lipsticks became the statement piece of 2025, long-wear, no-transfer formulas ruled the day. Standouts included LOral Paris Infallible Matte Resistance Liquid Lipstick and Nykaa Matte To Last!Transferproof Liquid Lipstick proving that color and performance can coexist effortlessly. Enduring Icons : Meanwhile, classics like Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer reminded everyone that cult status isn't a trend; it's a legacy. In 2025, makeup didnt shout. It showed up and did the job. The Ritual Upgrade: Bath, Body & Hair Body care moved from "functional hygiene" to "intentional ritual," with Bath & Body Kits surging by 93% . The Shower Scene : It wasn't just a wash; it was a treatment with Chemist At Plays Exfoliating Body Wash (4% Lactic Acid) and the comforting Dove Relaxing Care Shea Butter & Vanilla . Scalp is the New Skin : Haircare got serious. Through the last year, over 1 crore rosemary-based products were sold. WishCare Hair Growth Serum moved at a rate of one unit every minute , proving India is officially over the "quick fix" and into the "thick fix." The Gloss Factor : LOral Professionnel Absolut Repair and LOral Paris Hyaluron Moisture shampoos kept the frizz at bay for 72 hours at a time. Nykaa Now: For the I Need It Yesterday Generation Imagine this, youre halfway through packing for a holiday when you realize your face wash is bone dry. One shopper in Bangalore found herself in this exact "pre-flight panic." Realizing she was flying to Delhi that same night, she didn't think a restock was possible. She ordered her favorite cleanser via Nykaa Now while still at her office desk. The result? The package didn't just meet her at home; it beat her there. Thats not just delivery; thats a travel hack. When "Instant" Actually Means Instant : The 6-Minute Flex : In Hyderabad, someone restocked their full barrier-repair kit, Minimalist 10% Vitamin C Serum and CeraVe Moisturizer, while a Bella Vita Perfume Set landed in Delhi all in 6 minutes. Thats faster than deciding what to watch on Netflix. The " Everything Everywhere All At Once " Order : While most people use us for quick fixes, Chennai went for the "full vanity overhaul." Our largest basket of the year featured 96 products in a single order , a makeup-heavy haul of Nykaa Cosmetics, Lakme and Neutrogena that proved our assortment is as deep as our delivery is fast. Whether its one serum or ninety-six lipsticks, Nykaa Now is making sure the only thing you waited for in 2025 was your nails to dry. The Big Picture: Smarter, Softer, More Intentional Beauty in 2025 wasnt about chasing whats next, it was about building routines that last. Beauty in 2025 wasnt about chasing whats next, it was about moving fast, choosing smart, and switching without guilt. Indian consumers explored freely, followed trends unapologetically, and built routines that evolved with them. From barrier-first skincare to intelligent makeup, indulgent body care and mood-led fragrances, beauty became deeply personal, and joyfully flexible. Shop the Best of 2025 only on Nykaa or at a Nykaa store near you.
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