Jammu and Kashmir bans pen drives in government offices to strengthen cybersecurity

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The best air purifier for 2025

The air in our homes can be five times more polluted than outdoor air. Energy-efficient homes are designed to be tightly sealed, too, so they trap more pollutants inside. Cooking emissions, cleaning chemicals and fragrances all contribute to less-than-healthy air. Pets, smoke and off-gassing furniture do their part as well. If the air quality outside is good, the best thing to do is open up your windows for at least 15 minutes a day. But if wildfires, car pollution, or high pollen counts prevent you from letting in fresh air, an air purifier may be your best bet. These machines can reduce pollutants, remove odors and trap some bacteria and mold. We tested over a dozen to see how they perform and how nice they were to live with. Here are the best air purifiers we could find. Table of contents Best air purifiers for 2025 What an air purifier can and cant do What to look for in an air purifier Other air purifiers we tested How we test air purifiers Air purifier FAQs Best air purifiers for 2025 What an air purifier can and cant do There are three key categories of air pollution that adversely affect the quality of the air you breathe: volatile organic compounds (VOC), particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) and carbon dioxide. VOCs are emitted gasses that can come from cleaners, off-gassing plastics, paint, solvents, fragrances, cooking food and, ironically, air fresheners. VOCs are most closely related to odors you can smell. High levels can irritate your breathing passages, cause headaches and may become cancer-causing over time. Air purifiers with activated charcoal components can help clean VOCs from the air. Particulate matter is usually discussed as PM2.5 and PM10, with the numbers indicating particle size in microns. This is dust, dirt, mold, smoke and, again, emissions from cooking food. Higher levels of PM can lead to respiratory irritation, allergy symptoms, respiratory infections and potentially lung cancer. Air purifiers that include a HEPA or particle filter can help remove airborne particles from your space. Carbon dioxide is what humans and pets breathe out. Elevated levels can cause dizziness and lethargy. But no air purifier can reduce CO2 levels because the molecules are so small. Plants can help to some extent, but really the only solution is opening a window or otherwise ventilating the space. There are no federal standards for air purifiers, but the state of California does require all air cleaners sold in the state to be certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). All of our top picks here have met that certification. What to look for in an air purifier HEPA filters and other filter types An air purifier isnt an overly complicated device. Smart modes and app connectivity aside, theyre not much more than a filter and a fan, which you can certainly DIY . The fan pulls air through the filter to capture particulate matter and other unhealthy elements so you dont breathe them in. The type of fan can make some difference it should be powerful enough to pull in air quickly, but also quiet enough on its low speed so it can unobtrusively clean all day long. Filters, on the other hand, are more varied. Most have two or more layers, typically a pre-filter, an activated carbon filter and sometimes a particle or even a true HEPA filter. The pre-filter is made from a fine mesh that captures big stuff like pet hair and larger chunks of dust. Sometimes this part is separate from the more technical filters which means you can remove and clean it without needing to swap out the whole thing. For all-in-one filters, you can vacuum the outside of it to remove larger particles. An activated carbon or activated charcoal layer is extremely porous, tightly packed coal that presents a vast amount of microscopic surface area to the passing air. Gaseous chemicals, VOCs and other molecules become lodged in the crannys and stick. This is the layer that gets rid of odors. Nearly all types of air purifiers include a particle filter. Some of those can be called rue HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filters meaning they conform to the standards set out by the DOE . Particle filters are made up of pleated masses of ultrafine fibers that force air to take a convoluted path in order to pass through. This traps and absorbs tiny molecules of smoke and dust, allergens like dander and pollen, and some viruses and bacteria. Since all of these air filters physically trap particulates, theyll eventually fill up and become less effective. Most manufacturers recommend replacing the filter every six months, while others claim a year-long life span. Most smart air purifiers will let you know in the app when its time to replace. When youre considering a units cost, be sure to factor in the expense of replacement filters, which you may end up buying twice a year. Room size Air purifiers list their air filtration capabilities in terms of room size and frequency of air exchanges, sometimes listed as clean air delivery rate (CADR) or you may see a number for cubic feet per minute (CFM). A smaller unit might say it can exchange the air in a 500-square-foot room twice per hour. So that model should be able to pass all of the air in a 250-square-foot room through the filter every 15 minutes, but a 1,000-square-foot room would probably be outside its effective range. Of course, theres no standard for manufacturers to adhere to when it comes to these calculations, but typically, larger air purifiers can handle large rooms. Controls In our testing, we focused on Wi-Fi-connected smart air purifiers with companion apps that can monitor air quality and adjust the fan settings as needed. Within the apps, you can control auto-clean settings, set timers and schedules and check the health of the filter as well. Most will remind you when its time to get a replacement, and let you order one directly from the manufacturer through the app. You can also see the current and historical readings from the internal air quality (AQ) sensor. Most determine air quality through an optical particle meter, though some brands like Dyson and Molekule also include chemical sensors for VOC measurements. When levels of particulates become elevated, the fans switch up to high speed to move more air through until the quality improves. Most smart purifiers also work with voice assistants, so if asking Alexa to turn on your air purifier makes your life easier in some way, you can do so. If you dont want to talk to an AI or grab your phone to control your purifier, getting a unit with simple on-board controls is a good idea. These can be as basic as buttons with indicator lights or as elaborate as a touchscreen panel. At minimum, its good to have a way to control the fan speed and turn on or off auto mode on the device itself. Design As we mentioned, sticking the device as close to the middle of the room is helpful for getting the best performance. That means youll be looking at it a lot, so design considerations matter. Most purifiers are cylindrical towers with fan vents up top. Units meant for larger rooms are not small, weighing between 12 and 20 pounds and reaching two feet tall (or in the case of the Dyson Purifier Cool, three and a half feet). Some, like Coways Airmega IconS, take on more furniture-like designs to blend in. Others, like Dyson's, are conspicuously designed to stand out. How to set up an air purifier Even the best air purifier cant do much without airflow. So ideally, you wont shove your air purifier off in a corner right next to a wall. Most manufacturers recommend at least a foot of clearance between the machine and anything that could block circulation walls, couches, cabinets and the like. Most cylindrical models have intake vents all around the outside, but box models may have them on just one side, so make sure you point the vents outwards towards the center of the room. Smaller air purifiers work better if theyre up off the ground by a couple feet, such as on top of a stool or end table. And of course, make sure the cord isnt stretching across trafficked areas to avoid tripping. Before you plug your air purifier in, make sure to check that the filter isnt wrapped in plastic inside the machine. I probably dont need to tell you how I know this is a very important first step. The purifiers we recommend are smart home models, so the next step will usually involve downloading the manufacturers app to your phone and connecting the air purifier to the app as well as your homes Wi-Fi. Additional steps for clearing the air Air purifiers, as the name suggests, clean the air. Once dust, dander and smoke settle onto surfaces, there isnt much these machines can do to eradicate them. So vacuuming and good old-fashioned dusting are important steps to keep allergens and particulate matter at bay. If you have an HVAC system, changing or even upgrading your systems air filters can help keep bad air in check. The American Lung Association recommends filters with at least a MERV-13 rating. The association also recommends not burning candles in your home, foregoing air fresheners and opting for homemade cleaning supplies over chemical cleaners. When an air purifier just isnt enough The most striking bit of knowledge I picked up from testing air purifiers is how effective opening windows can be on indoor air quality. What took an air purifier a half hour to clear out took mere minutes when I opened my front door and a few windows. Every variable measured by the air quality sensors, including VOCs, PM, and particularly CO2 levels (which air purifiers cant alleviate), improved dramatically after exposure to fresh air significantly faster and better than any machine we tested. Letting in fresh air for just fifteen minutes each day can help, according to the Lung Association. On very cold days, do it midday. When its hot, open windows in the early morning when its coolest. When I did it in the middle of winter, my HVAC system had to work a little overtime afterwards, but venting a room was the most surefire way of getting air quality quickly back in the green. Of course, if the air outside is unhealthy from wildfire smoke or run-of-the-mill pollution, or if you're dealing with seasonal allergies, throwing open the windows wont work and an air purifier might be the best way to consistently clean things up. How we test air purifiers My living room is not a science lab; theres far too much pet hair for that to be the case. Still, I went beyond just turning stuff on and sniffing the air by acquiring two consumer-grade indoor air quality monitors that performed well in laboratory assessments , the Element from Awair and the uHoo Smart Air Monitor . I conducted burn tests in this medium-sized room by measuring the ambient air quality, then burned a brick of pion incense for twenty minutes and measured the air again. Then I ran one purifier at its highest speed for thirty minutes and recorded levels, then ran the unit on the lowest setting for a half hour and remeasured. I made note of the sound levels using a simple iPhone app to compare one machines noise level to the next. Over the course of a month, I used each unit in different scenarios (such as in the basements where the cat litter box is) and tried out each devices smart features, controls and auto modes. I also just lived with them and evaluated how they fit into everyday life. As new purifiers come on the market we continue to acquire units that seem worthy of inclusion. Most recently, we tested purifiers from Blueair, IQAir, Windmill and others, adding our findings to this guide. Other air purifiers we tested IQAir HealthPro Plus SE The IQAir HealthPro Plus SE is a formidable piece of equipment. The boxy tower looks like something youd see in a hospital and weighs 35 pounds, making me appreciate the included wheels when I needed to move it around. Its designed and made in Sweden and each unit comes with an impressive certificate of performance. Im certain the testing processes IQAir employs are more scientific than my tests after all, the company is probably best known for its air quality monitors but I found the filtration efficiency to be on par with and, in one test, worse than that of other models I tested. I was also disappointed that a $1,000-plus air purifier from an air monitor device company was only capable of measuring particulate matter and not VOCs to trigger the auto-clean function. That said, setup was simple and the app can integrate data from public air quality sources as well as other AQ monitors you may have set up. Coways Airmega Icon S Coways Airmega Icon S was our previous pick for best design. It looks more like a tiny mid-century-modern credenza than an air purifier and the little shelf up top doubles as a wireless phone charger. The PM2.5 sensor reliably kicked in the auto mode as I used it and the three-speed fan is quiet, even on high, yet powerful. I had a little trouble getting the app to connect, but the onboard touch controls worked better anyway. Its expensive at $699, too, but it does have a washable pre-filter. Sensibo Pure At $229, and nearly always on sale for $130, I had the Sensibo Pure pegged as a contender for a budget pick. Unfortunately, replacement filters are $99 unless you subscribe to automatic shipments and many of the app features are behind a paywall as well. Its not certified by CARB and underperformed many of the other units in the burn test, though it did return the air back to a good rating according to the air monitors after 30 minutes. The design is inoffensive, its not overly loud and it does integrate with Sensibos smart AC devices, so if youre already happy with one of those, this may be a decent option. Dyson Purifier Cool Like all Dyson products, this air purifier is dripping with design. It looks like no other unit on the market and its up to you to decide whether you like that or not. I was indifferent to the looks, but appreciated the slick and informative app, which not only displays indoor air quality, it also shows what conditions are like outside, using a clever house graphic to differentiate the two sets of numbers. I also like that it detects VOCs as well as particulates and the auto mode seemed to read the room accurately. The air coming out of the fan did indeed feel cool, though at first had a strong plastic odor. Unfortunately, it was the lowest performing unit during two separate burn tests and had repeated connectivity issues. Molekule Air Pro The Molekule Air Pro comes from a brand that pays keen attention to aesthetics. It and the app have that Instagrammable, muted-modern look that countless clothing and bedsheet brands emulate these days. That style doesnt come cheap as the Air Pro costs over $1,000 and requires $140 filters. The company came under fire for and had to stop making many of its claims about its filtration system, which may have led to it filing for bankruptcy in 2023. Molekule is still able to tout its patented photoelectrochemical oxidation, which the company says destroys pollutants at a molecular level. In my tests, it performed almost as well as the others in improving VOC and PM2.5 levels. But its also very loud: When auto mode kicked the fan into high gear, it would make me tense. Also, I found the unit often indicated bad or very bad levels when my two monitors indicated the air quality was actually pretty good. Air purifier FAQs What settings should you run an air purifier on? There arent many settings to adjust on an air purifier. Most have low, medium and high fan speeds and possibly an auto-mode that detects impurities in the air and increases the fan speed on your behalf. Air circulates through a purifier faster at higher fan-speed settings so it cleans the air more efficiently. Higher speeds also make the air purifier louder. That means you typically want to find the balance between cleaning power and noise levels. Other settings like timers and dimming the LED lights make the unit more comfortable to live with, particularly if you use yours in your bedroom. For everyday cleaning of the air, youre probably best off leaving the air purifier running on low, only kicking it up to high at certain times when the air is murkier, like after you cook. What is a HEPA filter? A HEPA filter is a type of particle filter. Every air purifier has a particle filter, but not all are considered true HEPA filters. The specifications are determined by the US Department of Energy and require a minimum efficiency of 99.97 percent when filtering airborne particles of 0.3 microns. HEPA filters can remove dust, pollen, mold and bacteria. Check out more from our spring cleaning guide. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/home/smart-home/best-air-purifier-120040002.html?src=rss

J&K government bans use of USBs, pen drives in government offices

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has banned the use of USB and pen drives on official devices across all administrative government departments in the Union Territory to protect sensitive government information and minimise risks of data breaches. According to an official order issued by M Raju, Commissioner Secretary to the Government, the move is aimed at enhancing the cybersecurity posture of the Union Territory of J&K. To enhance cyber security posture of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, protect sensitive government information, and minimize the risks of data breaches, malware infections, and unauthorized access, it has been decided to prohibit the use of pen drives on official devices across all Administrative Government Departments in Civil Secretariat Jammu and Srinagar, Deputy Commissioner Offices in all districts of UT, the order read. In exceptional cases where operational needs justify their use, controlled whitelisting may be permitted for up to 2 to 3 pen drives per department, upon formal request routed through the respective Administrative head to the State Informatics Officer (SIO), National Informatics Centre. After approval pen drive must be physically submitted to the respective NIC Cell for reconfiguration, authorisation, and ownership registration prior to use. As a secure alternative, the government departments have been directed to adopt ( https://govdrive.gov.in ) GovDrive, a cloud-based, multi-tenant platform offering every Government official 50 GB of secure storage with centralized access and synchronisation across devices. As per the government order, the use of public messaging platforms such as WhatsApp or unsecured online services like iLovePDF for processing, sharing, or storing official or confidential materials is strictly prohibited to uphold data sovereignty and prevent security breaches. All sensitive technical information, including ICT architecture diagrams, system configurations, vulnerability assessments, IP addressing schemes, and strategic technology plans, must be classified as confidential and handled exclusively through approved secure channels in accordance with Information Security Best Practices by MHA, CERT-In directives, and departmental data classification policies, added the order. The government has warned that failure to adhere to the instructions shall be viewed seriously and may invite disciplinary action under relevant rules governing official conduct, IT usage andadministrative responsibility. All departments have been asked to accord top priority to the implementation of the guidelines in the interest of the secure and safe e-Governance.

Nikki dowry death: Probe reveals more shocking details, Vipin was against her making Insta reels and parlour business

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Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha all set to become parents: On its way

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Video: Russian model compares Hyderabads skyline to Dubai

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Who is Mridul Tiwari? Meet the contestant who beat Shehnaaz Gill's brother Shehbaz to enter the Bigg Boss 19 house

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Job of your dreams? Mumbai CEO wants a doom-scroller who scrolls Instagram at least 6 hrs a day & binges Reddits celeb gossip

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Britney Spears bares it all in new Instagram post sparking concerns

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Aneet sings soulful Saiyaara track with her father

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Kajol shuts down trolls in style; drops stunning PICS

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Tannishtha Chatterjee diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer

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Malvika Raaj and husband Pranav Bagga welcome a baby girl

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Mark Ruffalo calls Gaza crisis a man-made famine, urges global action

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Jacqueline Fernandez reveals her surprising skincare hack using THIS kitchen ingredient, here'showitworks

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Hyderabad: Man held for communally sensitive post on social media

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Woman Accuses Cop Of Misbehaviour On Train, His I Will Lose Job Apology

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Sunny Deol praises Aryan Khans directorial debut

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Sourav Ganguly Named Pretoria Capitals Head Coach In SA20

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An Indian groom in Thailand arrived at the wedding venue in a Batmobile, a car belonging to DC comic super hero Batman. A video of the grooms arrival has gone viral on social media, sparking various reactions from Instagram users. A reel of the grooms arrival was shared on the Instagram page friendsstudio.in with a 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 .

'You Have Been A Great Ambassador Of This Wonderful Game', Says Kumble On Pujaras Retirement

World Test Championship: Former India captain and head coach Anil Kumble paid tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara after the latter announced his retirement, calling him a great ambassador of the game who gave it all for his team. Congratulations on a fantastic career! You have been a great ambassador of this wonderful game @cheteshwar1 We are all proud of all your achievements on the cricket field. You gave it your all for the team! It was a privilege to have worked with you and may you continue to shine in your second innings! Best wishes to you, Puja , Aditi and your Dad. Well Done!! wrote Kumble on his X account. Through his social media accounts on Sunday, Pujara announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket with immediate effect, bringing an end to a stellar career worth 103 Tests. Pujara, 37, last played for India in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. Suryakumar Yadav, Indias T20I captain, wrote on Instagram, Happy Retirement to you pujju bhai. On the same platform, former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin wrote, Well done puji. Happy retirement. Former India opener Virender Sehwag commented on X, Congratulations on a fabulous test career @cheteshwar1. Your grit ,determination and hardwork was inspiring and you can be very proud of what you have achieved. Best wishes for a memorable second innings. Pujara bows out as Indias eighth-highest run-scorer in Tests, amassing 7,195 runs in 103 games at an average of 43.60, including 19 centuries and 35 fifties. Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh shared on Instagram, Someone who always put his mind, body and soul for the country! Many congratulations on an outstanding career Puji! See you on the other side! Pujaras distinguished Test career was highlighted by the art of batting for a long time in Tests and succeeding with his good old trusted methods - of grinding down attacks with sheer grit, immense patience and then feasting on them to get runs for his team. As you step into this new chapter of life, we celebrate not just your retirement but the remarkable journey youve had. Your dedication, wisdom and unwavering professionalism have left a lasting impact on many. Your contributions will be remembered with respect and your kindness with gratitude. Wishing you endless joy, good health and fulfilling adventures in the years ahead. May this next phase be as inspiring and rewarding as the legacy you leave behind, said former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha in his Instagram post. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha wrote on the same platform, Congratulations on a phenomenal career, Puji. From up close I watched your patience and fight lift the team in the toughest moments. Proud to share the field & dressing room with you. Best wishes for the next innings, really enjoyed playing alongside you, and wishing you all the success in whatever comes next! Your contributions will be remembered with respect and your kindness with gratitude. Wishing you endless joy, good health and fulfilling adventures in the years ahead. May this next phase be as inspiring and rewarding as the legacy you leave behind, said former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha in his Instagram post. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Ex-India spinner Rahul Sharma commented, Happy retirement puji u r the true legend of the game. India batter Mandeep Singh wrote, Thank you Legend. Former India fast bowler Dodda Ganesh wrote on his X account, A great test career for India. Well done @cheteshwar1 Article Source: IANS

Why did you leave me? World is calling me killer: Hours before arrest, man fakes grief on Instagram after killing wife over dowry in Greater Noida

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For any tourist arriving in Delhior even for those who proudly call themselves true DilliwallasHumayuns Tomb, just a short walk from the JLN Stadium metro station, is the perfect spot to experience the citys soul. For history buffs, this garden-tomb is a rare jewel where Mughal architecture can be witnessed in its timeless glory. For photographers and Instagramers, its a landscape of endless beauty, where every angle promises a picture-perfect frame. But beyond such familiar labelshistorical gem, architectural wonder, photographers paradiseHumayuns Tomb more than just a monument!This monument is a canvas painted with centuries of stories, secrets, and human emotions. Lets step away from clichs and explore Humayuns Tomb through the lens of the lesser-known.

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There is no dearth of matters of grave political and constitutional importance that the countrys apex court is presently seized of. Two of the foremost being the Presidential Reference seeking clarity on the April 2025 order of a two-judge bench of the Supreme Court, fixing timelines for the President and Governors to act on bills passed by State legislatures, and the petitions related to ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar. However, in the annals of Indian judicial history, August 2025 would not be remembered for these, but for the 10 days when an army of animal lovers mounted pressure through protests and pawed the doors of the SC till three-judge bench muzzled the order issued by a two-judge bench on August 11 relating to stray dogs. The two-judge bench, in what can perhaps be described as a moment of canine catastrophe, ordered the removal of all stray dogs, estimated to be close to 20 lakh, from the streets of the National Capital Region within eight weeks. Inflamed by the rising numbers of dog bites and rabies deaths, especially since children and elderly are affected, the bench ordered street dogs to be rounded up, taken to shelters, vaccinated, sterilised and never to be let out again. The order, issued in a huff in a suo-motu case after hearing only the Solicitor General of India and an amicus curiae, was salutary as the three-judge bench later mentioned while emphasising that the intent was to protect the citizens. However, as the larger bench highlighted, the order was not only too harsh, but contravened the Animal Birth Control Rules in force and overlooked the logistics of gargantuan proportions to enforce it. Indias dog-loving community, hit like a thunderbolt by the August 11 order, instantly raised howls of disapproval. WhatsApp groups that shared cute videos of dogs transformed into war rooms. Instagram influencers pivoted from posting selfies to posting protest schedules. The nations animal loversas the three-judge bench referred to the several individuals and organisations working for the welfare of the strays who challenged the order united faster than opposition parties before an election. The movement went viral quicker than a video of a cat fitting itself into progressively smaller boxes. Although the order was meant for Delhi region, peaceful protests including many a four-legged participant were organised not only in Delhi but across many cities. In Mumbai, protesters came out braving incessant rains, which even the citys resilient street dogs take shelter from. In Delhi, protesters gathered with catchy slogans like Awaara nahi hamara hai (Theyre not strays, theyre ours). Keyboard warriors fought online with the ferocity of, well, strays fighting for their territories, countering the highly polarised opinions the order evoked, given many were terming its draconian directions the need of the hour. The unprecedented uprising of the dog lobby resulted in the three-judge bench modifying the order on August 22 with a new set of well-intented directives, which were also a masterclass in balancing acts. Yes, dogs would be picked up, but theyd be returned after sterilization and vaccination in the same location as per the existing ABC rules. In hindsight, despite all the opposition, the two-judge benchs order succeeded in bringing urgency to tackle the issue of stray population, consequent increase in dog bites and rabies cases, which seem to disproportionately affect the poor. The three-judge bench, by keeping the case open and impleading all the states, has brought hope that the mammoth failure in implementing the ABC rules over the years, which led to the problem in the first place, would be addressed. The SCs message was also clear in another aspect: We hear you, animal lovers, but this is a two-way street (one where dogs can still thankfully walk on ) that comes with accountability. It mandated feeding only in designated zones, ordered for stringent action against those obstructing officials discharging their duties.

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If I wanted to kill you, how much time do you think I need?: Fresh audio clip deepens Rahul Mamkootathil row

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The controversy surrounding Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil deepened on Saturday after a fresh audio clip surfaced, allegedly featuring a conversation between him and a woman who has accused him of sexual misconduct. In the phone conversation, which has been circulating on social media, the woman is heard resisting the MLAs alleged demand. When she raises concerns about her safety, a male voice, claimed to be Rahuls, responds: If I wanted to kill you, how much time do you think I will need? The woman, refusing to yield, questions his morality, saying he is thinking only about himself. The man purportedly replies that if she keeps the child, his life will be destroyed. At one point, he insists on meeting her, to which the woman retorts, asking if it is to kill her. The emergence of the clip comes days after Rahul stepped down as state president of the Youth Congress amid the escalating scandal. The MLA, however, has not yet resigned from the Assembly , even as pressure mounts on him from within and outside the party. According to sources, Rahul also cancelled a press conference he had earlier announced he would attend on the same day the audio surfaced. The row began earlier this week when actress Rini Ann George alleged that a young leader of a prominent political party had misbehaved with her . While she did not initially name anyone, protests by the BJP and the CPI(M)s youth wing quickly pointed fingers at Rahul Mamkootathil. The controversy deepened when writer Honey Bhaskaran accused him of inappropriate Instagram exchanges and derogatory remarks. Both women later clarified that they had not filed formal complaints, but the allegations triggered a political storm. Mounting street protests and demands for his resignation placed Mamkootathil under pressure, leading to his decision to step down as Youth Congress president, though he insists he has committed no illegality. No complaint at all, yet he resigned within 24 hours': V D Satheesan on allegations against Rahul Mamkootathil

Shreyas Iyer Not Making To India's Asia Cup Squad Is Just Shocking: Sanjay Manjrekar

Shreyas Iyer: Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar slammed the choice of selectors for leaving out Shreyas Iyer from India's squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, saying that his exclusion from the T20 multi-nation tournament is 'just shocking'. Manjrekar was quite anguished with Iyer's snub for the continental tournament for which the squad was announced by chief selector Ajit Agarkar, in the presence of T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, at the BCCI headquarters on Tuesday. It's something that I've seen over the years, not recently, this tendency of selectors to pick a player on performances of one format, where that person is accepted and picking him for another format. When I see a player getting rewarded for his Test match performances by a player in the T20 side, I just find that devoid of cricketing logic. It just doesn't make any sense, Manjrekar said in a video posted on Instagram. Shreyas Iyer not making this T20 squad of India for the Asia Cup is just shocking. Because this is a guy who was left out of the Indian game for the right reason, because they felt he wasn't committing himself as a master of domestic cricket. But it had the desired effect on Shreyas Iyer. When he came back against England at home in a one-day series, and the way he batted, you could see that he was just batting like he's never batted before. Didn't put a foot wrong in that comeback series. And then carried that form into IPL cricket, he added. Despite not featuring in the T20I format for India since December 2023, Iyer was in sublime form during the Champions Trophy title-winning campaign in Dubai and the IPL 2025, where he guided Punjab Kings to a runners-up finish. Iyer finished the IPL 2025 season with 604 runs, including six half-centuries, scoring at an average of 50.33 and a strike rate of 175.07. He also finished the Champions Trophy campaign as the second-highest run-getter with 243 runs in five innings. Despite not featuring in the T20I format for India since December 2023, Iyer was in sublime form during the Champions Trophy title-winning campaign in Dubai and the IPL 2025, where he guided Punjab Kings to a runners-up finish. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score And not just because somebody has done so well in test cricket, gets rewarded with a T20 place, especially at the cost of somebody like Shreyas Iyer. I think the selection these days of the squad and the playing 11 in Indian cricket hasn't been great. It's just amazing, despite the fact that India played so well in England, and there is a great possibility they might do so again in this Asia Cup. But what is wrong is wrong. And I think Iyer has been seriously wronged by the selectors, he added. Article Source: IANS

UP CM Yogi calls for accessible, speedy judiciary as key to good governance

LUCKNOW: The dream and vision of good governance and a developed Uttar Pradesh can be realised only with a smooth, quick, and accessible judiciary in the state, said UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath while addressing the 42nd session of the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service Association here on Saturday. The CM described the judiciary as the protector of good governance and reiterated his governments commitment to strengthening it. Calling the conference the Mahakumbh of Judicial Officers, which reflected unity, mutual cooperation, and professional excellence, CM Yogi announced a Rs 50-crore corpus fund for the Judicial Service Association, in addition to the Rs 10-crore fund created in 2018. He welcomed judges, retired judges, and judicial officers from across the state, saying the convention symbolised the collective strength and efficiency of the judiciary. Underscoring the fact that UP has the countrys largest High Court, with benches in Prayagraj and Lucknow, Yogi praised the 102-year-old Judicial Service Association for its contribution to social evolution and expressed confidence that judicial officers would continue to set new benchmarks of unity and efficiency. Underlining the significance of timely and affordable justice, the CM claimed that 72 lakh cases were disposed of in district and trial courts in 2024. However, with over 1.15 crore cases still pending, he acknowledged the challenge, stressing that the faster the pace of disposal of pending cases, the stronger would be the public confidence in the judiciary. He assured, The government is ready to cooperate at every level. Referring to the new criminal lawsthe Indian Justice Code, Indian Civil Defence Code, and Indian Evidence Actimplemented from 1 July 2024, the CM praised judicial officers for their swift adaptation. He said the new framework focused on a robust justice delivery system rather than punishment and would prove a milestone in strengthening both the judiciary and democracy. The Chief Minister detailed the governments initiatives to strengthen the judicial system, highlighting major allocations for infrastructure and facilities. He said the government had sanctioned extensive funds for the High Court, including Rs 62.41 crore for residences of Justices in Prayagraj, Rs 117 crore for the Lucknow Bench, and Rs 99 crore for officers and staff housing. In-principle approval was also given for 896 residential units in Prayagraj, along with 112.06 crore for a commercial block and 44.91 crore for the preservation of the Allahabad High Courts heritage building. Moreover, 1,645 crore was sanctioned for setting up integrated court complexes in 10 districts, with work already underway in six. These complexes will house district courts, family courts, commercial courts, and motor accident claim tribunals under one roof, said the CM. Reaffirming the governments zero-tolerance policy towards crimes against women and children, the CM said that 381 POCSO and fast-track courts were established. To further strengthen judicial infrastructure, funds of 148 crore in 202324, 239 crore in 202425, and over 75 crore in 202526 were released with central support for the construction of courtrooms and residential facilities. The CM said Uttar Pradesh had fully implemented the Second National Judicial Pay Commission, sanctioning 1,092.37 crore for the purpose. For judicial training and welfare, allocations included 54.28 crore for a 400-bed hostel, 14.22 crore for a sports complex, and additional funds for lecture halls, an auditorium, and administrative buildings at the Judicial Training and Research Institute in Lucknow. He added that over 387 crore has been sanctioned for Dr Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj, while 110 Gram Nyayalayas were made functional across the state. Emphasising the ongoing modernisation process, CM Yogi said work was underway on an interoperable criminal justice system integrating e-courts, e-policing, e-prisons, e-prosecution, and e-forensics. The use of data analytics and AI would help reduce pendency and accelerate the justice delivery system. Prominent among those present on the occasion included Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court Justice Arun Bhansali, Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta, Justice Rajan Rai, Justice Rajesh Singh Chauhan, senior office-bearers of the Judicial Service Association, retired judges, and judicial officers from across the state.

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LUCKNOW: YouTuber Puneet Superstar (Prakash Kumar), known for his bizarre and cringe videos, landed in legal soup for calling former UP CM and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati mummy. Puneet was booked by Ghaziabad police following strong protests by BSP leaders. In one of his videos, he had also called Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav papa recently. Puneet, on Tuesday, posted a video on his Instagram account addressing BSP chief Mayawati as 'Mummy' while attaching her photo to his clip. Puneet has 10.8 crore followers in Instagram. The video, in which he repeatedly referred to the BSP chief as 'mummy' mockingly, went viral, drawing sharp reaction from BSP workers as they found it deeply insulting and derogatory. On Wednesday evening, BSP Ghaziabad district president Narendra Mohit, accompanied by Mandal Prabhari Dayaram Sain, Metropolitan Vice-President Pankaj Sharma, and District General Secretary Lekhraj Bauddh, approached Shalimar Garden Police Station in Ghaziabad and submitted a complaint. According to the complaint, Puneet, a resident of Bhopura Extension-2, Ghaziabad, used his Instagram account under the handle puneetsuperr_star to mock BSP chief Mayawati. She is popularly known as Behenji among her supporters and in political circles. Such acts are intended to disrupt social harmony and spread disrespect towards a leader who commands immense respect across the country, the complaint stated. Narendra Mohit, also an advocate, urged the police to take the strictest possible legal action to ensure that no one dares to indulge in such indecent behaviour against public figures in the future. Ghaziabad DCP Nimish Patil confirmed that a case was lodged against the YouTuber under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the IT Act. Facing mounting criticism and an FIR, Puneet quickly posted another video on Instagram, apologising for his actions. Folding his hands in the video, he said: Greetings my friends, last night I made a video about former Chief Minister Mayawati ji. My intention was not to hurt anyones feelings. If anyones sentiments have been hurt, I fold my hands and apologise. I will never make such a mistake again. Jai Shri Ram. The apology video also went viral but little did it pacify BSP workers, who kept on demanding strict action against the social media content creator. However, Puneet_Superstar seems to have a penchant for such antics. Recently, he had posted another video calling Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav his Papa and urged him to buy an iPhone 16 Pro Max. The video had generated quite a buzz online. Over the years, Puneet has built an identity around his unconventional and cringe-inducing content, which has helped him amass millions of followers. However, he has also invited criticism for crossing limits, for being disrespectful and creating content in bad taste. He has more than 208K subscribers on YouTube but earned more fame on Instagram where his short clips consistently attract massive engagement. In 2023, he had featured in Bigg Boss OTT Season 2 with a 24-hour stint inside the house. His behavour was then described as 'cringe'.

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Keralas cutest cops! Beagles sniff out explosives and steal hearts on social media

KANNUR: The Kerala Polices K9 squad has found unlikely stars in its beagle unit. The five female beagles, trained to detect explosives, have become instant crowd-pullers-both at inspection points and on social media. Unlike the usual intimidating image of police dogs, these floppy-eared officers have charmed the public with their petite size and playful demeanor. Leading the pack is Lovely from the Kannur K9 force, now affectionately known as Cute Lovely. She has become a selfie magnet, drawing admirers wherever she is deployed. Compact and efficient, beagles are primarily assigned to detect explosives at airports and inside aircraft. Kerala currently has beagle units in Ernakulam City, Ernakulam Rural, Thiruvananthapuram, Idukki, and Kannur. The beagle squad was introduced in 2020, when five beagles were inducted-three sourced from Punjab Police and two from Thiruvananthapuram. Trained at the Police Dog Training Academy in Thrissur, they now serve across the state: Lucky in Thiruvananthapuram, Teddy in Ernakulam City, Lovely in Kannur, Berry in Ernakulam Rural, and Dolly in Idukki. But training them wasnt all smooth sailing. Beagles are the most playful of dogs, which made training them a challenge. Their hyperactive nature required more effort compared to other breeds. But once trained, they are extremely accurate and disciplined, said CPO Sherin V, a dog handler with the Kannur squad. In Kannur, Lovely is handled by CPOs Rajeesh Babu and Nigeesh K V. Lovely Lovelys popularity extends well beyond her official duties. At the Nava Kerala Sadas dog show in Kannur, she stole the show. Everyone wanted to pet her or take selfies. Wherever she goes, people gather, Sherin recalled. Her charm has translated seamlessly onto social media. Short reels of Lovely sniffing inspection lines, wagging her tail during duty breaks, or tilting her head at flashing cameras have gone viral on Instagram and Facebook. Many of these videos, shot by curious onlookers, are captioned with affectionate emojis and hashtags, cementing her status as a K9 celebrity. Lovely has become the face of reels. Even people who scroll past Instagram updates pause when they see her videos. She has turned into the friendly, adorable ambassador of the K9 squad, Sherin said with a smile. Keralas K9 squad currently has 144 active dogs, with Belgian Malinois rated as the most efficient breed. Dobermans and Labradors add further muscle, while the miniature Jack Russell Terrier is also deployed in Thiruvananthapuram for explosive detection during VVIP duties.

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Sevian holds Pragg; Gukesh draws with Vachier-Lagrave

St. Louis (USA), Aug 22: Indian grandmaster R Praggnanadhaa was held to an easy draw by Samuel Sevian of the United States while World Champion D Gukesh signed peace with Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France in the fourth round of the Sinquefield Cup, here. Fabiano Caruana of the United States scored his second victory in as [] The post Sevian holds Pragg; Gukesh draws with Vachier-Lagrave appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Saree...Ga...Ma: Amp up your saree game this Ganesh Chaturthi

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) With Ganesh Chaturthi right around the corner, many are set to go on a shopping spree this weekend, looking for that perfect fit. With sarees being a timeless choice, Bengalureans are gearing up to try on some fresh, youthful, and trendy looks this festival season Keep it light and airy Instead of heavy silks and bold colours, experts unanimously recommend soft colours and light fabrics for a youthful look. I think people in their twenties should ideally go in for fabrics which are a little thinner like Mysore silk, chiffon, or georgette, with a little bit of work on it says image consultant Sonia Pardesi, adding, Even if the saree is a bit plain, you can pair it with an embellished blouses which are doing the rounds right now that can act as a point of emphasis. Apart from these, the ethereal effect that organza produces has made it popular among people in their twenties, according to Bia Sandhu, an image consultant, who says, Embroidered organza sarees are really popular at the moment, especially for festivals because they look very dressy but classy and traditional at the same time. Cotton and linen sarees were once reserved for everyday wear, but no more, according to personal stylist Jaya Kumari. Ive seen younger people wearing cotton, linen, and tissue sarees in solid colours and floral prints. Florals and colours like champagne give a younger and modern look over geometric patterns. Shiny sarees, not in sequins, but in dual coloured materials, are also popular. When it comes to blouses, young women are opting for statement pieces that contrast the subtler sarees in vogue. Sandhu notes organza pieces being paired with a number of options, saying, Gone are the days when people wanted traditional matching blouses. Its all about thinking out of the box now. Youngsters will pair sarees with crop tops or a full linen sleeve blouse, in contrasting colours with the sarees. Kumari adds, Sweetheart necklines are very popular along with scoop and halter necks. When it comes to sleeves Ive been seeing everything from half sleeves and cap sleeves to puff sleeves (styled with a half saree). Image consultant Sonia Pardesi sporting a belt with her saree Bling it on! Whats a festival outfit without jewellery? This year, fashion experts note that belts and waist chains (kamarbands) are all the rage among youngsters. Styling sarees with a belt makes it easier to handle. There are also several options you can choose based on your body type and the material of the saree, says professional saree draper Chandan Jain. She adds, Belts made of beads or stones linked together in one, two, or three chains give a nice body shape and work well with softer fabrics like chiffon and georgette. For heavier silk sarees, the flat metal ones are better to hold the pleats together. When styling belts, Jain warns to prioritise comfort and be careful with placement. Many people make this mistake the hip belt is meant to be worn lower than the waist, around the belly, not at the waist, which creates an odd look. When it comes to necklaces and earrings, experts suggest picking one statement piece while being low-key with the rest. Many brands have these huge chaand baalis and jhumkas which you can opt for while going easy on the neck jewellery, suggests Pardesi. Sandhu suggests a choker-chandbaali combo with a light saree for an elegant yet traditional look and adds, Maang tikas have been popular in the north for a long time, but have caught on here in the last few years. If you dont want earrings, maang tikas are a great choice. When it comes to choosing the right materials for your jewellery, Kumari cautions to find the correct shade, saying, Ive seen people with the gold of the saree, the blouse, and the jewellery in completely different shades, which is a huge mistake. The cohesiveness of jewellery and the colours theyre wearing is very important. If your necklace has smaller zari work, then make sure that youre wearing a bracelet with similar designs. She adds, For an effortless look, you can go for silver oxidised jewellery which can be paired with sarees as well as simple kurtas Drape with a twist View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt (@aliaabhatt) For people who want to experiment with a different drape than the classic one, professional saree draper Chandan Jain suggests the dhoti-style for a stand-out look. The pleats are just the regular pleats which go on the left shoulder, its just the lower portion of the drape which is a bit tricky. I would suggest picking a saree with a border and adjusting the length carefully according to your height and body type. You cant stuff the extra length anywhere as it creates a lumpy look.

When Kochi's farmers welcomed Kadamban Moothan, the dancing deity

An eager crowd gathers as Veliyathunadu Junction, about 15km from the busy Kalamassery town, wakes up to a beautiful sunrise on Friday. Some trickle down the verdant fields, others round up at nearby tea stalls and grocery shops. They are waiting to welcome their beloved Kadamban Moothan. One can sense his arrival from a distance. The atmosphere changes. A pleasant breeze sweeps through the rustic locale. Birds coo and chirp in chorus, and the orangish-red sun peeps from the horizon. Kadamban Moothaan cheerfully calls out his arrival to the soil, the plants, the farmlands, and the farmers. The fictional agrarian deity comes dancing to the tune of folk songs, clad in full regalia made of dried grass, mats, sack pieces and a crown of straw. His face is painted green and golden yellow, evoking the lush paddy fields and flourishing farmlands. Farmers of Veliyathunadu with the actors of the street play As he ebulliently stomps the ground and the ecstatic crowd dances around him, the viewer is transported to the golden agrarian days we now read about only in storybooks. The fictional deity, who is the central character of a street play, was conceived by the Organic Theatre from the hinterlands of Thiruvananthapuram. Founded by S N Sudheer, a thespian and former television producer, the collective aims to promote sustainable agriculture and remind us about the intricate relationship between humans and soil. We have been performing in several places, from Thiruvananthapuram to Idukki and more. This is our fourth performance in Kalamassery, says Sudheer as he takes off the Moothan crown, panting after a spirited performance in the middle of a junction. He explains that the title Kadamban Moothan is derived from the idea of a motivational figure who inspires one to cross kadambakal (hurdles). This is Moothans fourth visit to Kalamassery. He has now become a darling force among the farmers here. Kadamban Moothan walks down a paddy field in Veliyathunadu Anyone can be the Moothan, anyone can don this crown and inspire generations to stand barefoot on this soil and enjoy the fruits of their toil. There are no religious, caste or gender barriers. One just has to be willing, Sudheer smiles. This year, Mani, a tribal woman from Thiruvananthapuram, is part of the play. She dons the dual roles of an elderly village woman and the palm reader in the play. She dances through all the musical portions, and is thrilled to see a big audience on a busy weekday morning. I come from Amboori, a tribal hamlet in the Agasthyakoodam valley, she says, obliging selfie requests from the crowd. Besides Moothan and the roles played by Mani, there is a farmer-father, his singer-daughter, and a villain named Idamthalan in the play. The story revolves around how the greedy Idamthalan machinates to uproot the farmer family from the soil. Then, Moothan comes to the rescue, vanquishing evil. Idamthalan is all around us and inside us. Its that part of our mind that makes us greedy, forget our roots, says Sanatha, who plays the daughters character. A scene from the street play The performances were thoroughly professional. They are unfazed by the incessant honking of vehicles on the busy street and perform with conviction. They underscore the need to respect the land, love the soil and remind everyone that we are all, at the end of the day, Mother Earths offspring. This year, Moothan & Co. has a tale of caution for Veliyathunadu, now known for flourishing mushroom farming along with traditional elephant yam, paddy, tapioca, spinach and snap melon (pottu vellari). We seek to remind people not to lose sight of the goal while chasing profit and fame, says Vijayan M P, the coordinator of Krishikkoppam Kalamassery. The goal is a self-reliant and self-sufficient Kalamassery, where we produce all the vegetables we need ourselves, and always remain pro-agriculture. People watching the street play As the one-hour drama reaches its thrilling climax, with village leaders and elders dancing to folk tunes alongside the characters, Moothan prepares to leave for the nearby village of Kunnukara. The venue is the Thenthuruthi Kavu temple, a serene space by a plantain farm. Here, too, people await eagerly. This time, Moothan carries a bunch of plantains on his shoulder and a cluster of pagoda flowers (Krishna kireedam flower) in his palm, calling out to the villagers to rejoice in their success while resisting greedful temptations. They sing, share stories, and dance. To the hope that as cities flourish, so will our farmlands, and our profound relationship with the earth. A scene from Kunnukara A scene from Veliyathunadu Residents of Kunnukara dance with Kadamban Moothan & Co. A scene from the play A scene from the play

Link in bio site Linktree unblocked, paid Indian users to receive extension, firm says

The largest link in bio service Linktree, which helps Instagram users aggregate URLs they cant include in posts on a single page, has been unblocked, days after The Hindu reported on its blocking.

Aryans grandmother Savita wins hearts with dance video

Aryan Khan may be making headlines with his directorial debut The Ba***ds of Bollywood, but his grandmother Savita Chhibber is also stealing the spotlight online. A video of Shah Rukh Khans mother-in-law effortlessly grooving with her son Vikrant at a family get-together has gone viral, leaving fans in awe. Alia Chhiba, niece of Gauri Khan, shared the adorable clip on Instagram.

Strong policy important for India's border security: Kiren Rijiju

Kiren Rijiju emphasized the importance of border security. He highlighted the development in frontier regions after 2014. He mentioned improved infrastructure in remote villages. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat praised Seema Jagran Manch's awareness efforts. Shriprakash Singh stressed public awareness. Muralidhar noted infiltration's impact on development. Shyam Narayan Pandey discussed cross-border infiltration's effects on South Asia.

Illegal Raj Flavours and Fragrances warehouse raided by GHMC

Hyderabad: An unlicensed warehouse of Raj Flavours and Fragrances was raided and seized by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) vigilance and enforcement team on August 21, near RTC Crossroads. According to the companys official website, the store operates from one of the floors of the Tapadia Diagnostics building, where the unit was also found 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 .

iOS 26: Everything to know about Apple's upcoming iPhone and iPad updates

In presumably less than a month, the annual Apple iPhone event will be here, giving us a first look at the iPhone 17 lineup . With that should come the official date for downloading the latest software update, iOS 26 . While you wait, you can download and install the newly released public beta 4 (or iOS 26 developer beta 7 for developers). I've been playing around with it for the past couple of weeks, and have found that taking screenshots is way better in the new operating system Google and ChatGPT search options are now in the screenshots editor, for instance. You can see a more complete view of the new features in our preview of the iOS 26 public beta release , which shows off the fresh home and lock screen redesign. Called Liquid Glass , the translucent look will extend across all of Apple's upcoming operating systems. The overhaul is one of several big changes coming to iOS, macOS , iPadOS and the rest of Apple's software suite, all of which were showcased during the company's WWDC keynote on June 9. After overpromising on AI plans last year, Apple kept its iOS roadmap focused more on basic quality of life improvements this year. There are multiple useful additions coming to the Phone and Messages apps on your iPhone, for instance: Apple execs outlined the ability to weed out spam texts or other unknown senders and an option to hold your spot on a phone call when you've been waiting for a representative to pick up. Plus, a treasured feature that we took for granted is coming back (hint: it's in the Photos app). Siri, meanwhile, is in a holding pattern. Apple has previously specified that its smarter voice assistant first promised at WWDC 2024 is delayed until some point in the coming year , so you shouldn't expect any major changes in the current betas. But there are reports that Apple is aiming to give Siri a bigger brain transplant by basing it on third-party artificial intelligence models like OpenAI's ChatGPT or Anthropic's Claude, which could make 2026 a pivotal year. The company is also reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT. With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this new AirPods gesture we're all curious about, and this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity . With the release of the iOS 26 developer beta 5 , we saw more added features, like a new bouncy animation on the passcode screen and in the Control Center, MacRumors reports . Some or all of those changes will likely soon migrate into the separate public beta (see below). Most newer iPhone models are eligible to download iOS 26 (both the betas and final version). Want to see the full list of new features coming this fall? Read on. What is iOS 26? The current iPhone operating system is iOS 18, and Apple is still actively updating it version 18.6.1 was released to restore Apple Watch blood oxygen monitoring functionality for certain users in the US. More recently, Apple released 18.6.2 to address a vulnerability related to image processing. Apple has officially stopped signing iOS 18.6, MacRumors reports , which means it can no longer be installed on your iPhone due to a server-side software verification check. That's pretty normal when newer versions are available to download. But don't expect to see iOS 19 soon or ever. Instead, Apple is skipping the numbering ahead to iOS 26 later this year. The company has decided to line up its iOS version numbers with a year-based system, similar to car model years. So while iOS and its sibling operating systems will be released in late 2025, they're all designated 26 to reflect the year ahead. It's official, we're moving to iOS 26. (Apple) What is Liquid Glass design? Let's be honest. Out of everything announced at WWDC this year, the new Liquid Glass design was the star of the show. The iPhone's home and lock screens have looked pretty much the same year after year the last exciting thing (in my opinion) was the option to add your own aesthetic to your home screen by customizing your apps and widgets. So seeing the home and lock screens' new facelift is refreshing. So what exactly is Liquid Glass? Apple calls it a new translucent material since, well, the apps and widgets are clear. However, the screen can still adapt to dark and light modes, depending on surroundings. You'll also notice buttons with a new floating design in several apps, like Phone and Maps. They're designed to be less distracting than the current buttons, but are still easy to see. While the design overhaul has proven to be controversial since its announcement, some including Engadget's own Devindra Hardawar like the new direction, even if it's somewhat reminiscent of Microsoft's translucent Windows Vista Aero designs from nearly twenty years ago. That said, as of the release of the iOS 26 beta 2, Apple has already incorporated some user feedback into the design, dialing back the transparency in at least some places. And while it will continue to evolve, Apple users won't be able to escape it: Liquid Glass was designed to make all of Apple's OSes more cohesive. Here's a look at how the translucent aesthetic will look with the new macOS Tahoe 26 on your desktop. What are the new and notable features of iOS 26? iOS 26 has a laundry list of new features. Among the most worthwhile: Phone app redesign: You'll finally be able to scroll through contacts, recent calls and voicemail messages all on one screen. It also comes with a new feature called Hold Assist that'll notify you when an agent comes to the phone so you can avoid the elevator music and continue on with other tasks. Live Translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages: iOS 26 is bringing the ability to have a conversation via phone call or text message with someone who speaks another language. Live Translation will translate your conversation in real time, which results in some stop-and-go interactions in the examples Apple shared during its presentation. Polls in group chats: Tired of sorting through what seems like hundreds of messages in your group chat? You and your friends will soon be able to create polls in group messages for deciding things like which brunch spot you're eating at or whose car you're taking on a road trip. Filtering unknown senders in Messages: If you haven't received spam texts about unpaid tolls or other citations, you're lucky. For those of us who have, those annoying messages will soon be filtered away in a separate folder. Visual Intelligence: Similar to a reverse Google image search, this new feature will allow you to search for anything that's on your iPhone screen. For instance, if you spot a pair of shoes someone is wearing in an Instagram photo, you can screenshot it and use Visual Intelligence to find those shoes (or similar ones) online. Photos tabs are back: For anyone who's still frustrated with the Photos changes made last year , you'll be happy to know that your tabs are coming back. Library and Collections will have their own separate spaces so you don't have to scroll to infinity to find what you're looking for. FaceTime Communication Safety feature: A newer addition to iOS 26 appears to be the FaceTime Communication Safety feature that pauses communications if and when nudity is detected. The feature appears to be a child safety feature that uses on-device detection, thus obviating any cloud-based privacy issues. New lock screen options : The iPhone lock screen gets more customizable in iOS 26, with a cooler clock, 3D wallpaper effects, more widgets and better focus mode options. Apple's Hold Assist will be nifty for those pesky services that put you on hold for 10 or more minutes. (Apple) New changes coming to iPadOS 26 Your iPad isn't getting left behind when it comes to big updates. Here's what's coming this fall. Multitasking and real windowing: When you download the newest update, you'll be able to have multiple apps running on your screen at the same time. Once you open an app, it'll appear on your screen as normal but you'll be able to resize and move it across your screen to make room for other apps. This feature is optional so you can turn it off if you don't like it. Visual update: Along with the other new OSes, iPadOS 26 is coming with the Liquid Glass aesthetic. This new look will appear on the lock and home screens, as well as the drop-down menus. New menu bar: When you swipe down on your screen, the new menu bar will appear with options like File, Edit, Windows and more. There's also a search option if you're looking for something specific. Check out our first impressions of iPadOS 26 . What about AirPods? AirPods are also getting updated with iOS 26. Here are some of the more notable functions. Enhanced audio recording: Apple calls this studio-quality audio recording, and with it, you'll notice more clarity while in noisy environments. Camera remote control: Using this, you can take a photo or start and stop video recording with just one press on your AirPods. When taking photos, you'll get a three-second countdown before your iPhone or iPad snaps the picture. Live translation feature: While not officially announced or confirmed, it appears that the long-rumored live translation for AirPods could be coming with iOS 26 . The evidence comes from a system asset spotted in the in iOS 26 beta showing a gesture that's triggered by pressing both earbud stems at the same time. The photo also shows words in several different languages. Which iPhones will be able to upgrade to iOS 26? A few iPhone models that run the current version of iOS iPhone XR, XS and XS Max won't be compatible with the latest upgrade. But any iPhones released in 2019 or later will be eligible for the iOS 26 update . iPhone SE (second generation or later) iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 16e Not listed here are the presumed new iPhone 17 models (or maybe iPhone 26?) that are all but certain to be announced and released in September. How to install iOS 26 beta The iOS 26 public beta is now available to download via the Apple Beta Software Program . If you're not already a member, you'll need to sign up to try out all the latest features. Just visit beta.apple.com and sign up with your phone number or email address. It's free. Once you're in, you can install it by going to Settings > General > Software Update and selecting iOS 26 public beta . A word of caution: Don't sign up with your main iPhone unless you're OK with any risks that occur with using an OS that isn't finalized. When will the final version of iOS 26 be released? iOS 26 will be released to the public this fall. It usually comes in September, within a week of the Apple iPhone event. Last year, it rolled out to iPhone users on September 16 exactly one week after the iPhone 16 lineup was announced. If you're more interested in the Apple Intelligence features coming, here's everything Apple revealed for iOS, macOS and more during WWDC. Also, check out how iOS 26 screenshots could be an intriguing preview of Apple's delayed Siri rework . Update, August 22: Noted that Apple has officially stopped signing iOS 18.6. Update, August 20: Noted that iOS 26 public beta 4 and iOS 18.6.2 are now available to download. Update, August 18: Added details about a potential iOS 18.6 update. Update, August 15: Added to link to what to expect at the Apple iPhone event and details about what's available in the iOS 26 screenshots editor. Update, August 13: Added new AirPods detail spotted in the iOS 26 beta. Update, August 11: Noted that iOS 26 developer beta has hit beta 6. Update, August 8: Added new features coming with iPadOS 26 and AirPods. Update, August 6: Noted the release of iOS 26 beta 5 and the new bouncy feature on passcode screen and Control Center. Update, August 4: Noted that Apple is reportedly working on a ChatGPT rival. Update, August 1: Added quote from Tim Cook about iOS 26. Update, July 31: Noted that iOS 18.6 is now available. Update, July 24: Noted the iOS 26 public beta is now available. Update, July 3: Noted new FaceTime feature found in the developer beta. Update, June 30: Noted ongoing iOS 18 releases, and reports that Apple is considering additional external LLMs for Siri. Update, June 25: Noted changes added in iOS 26 beta 2. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/ios-26-everything-to-know-about-apples-upcoming-iphone-and-ipad-updates-135749791.html?src=rss

Former Miss India actress tried top doctors in Dubai, London but lost her son to rare heart condition. What is HLHS?

Actor and former Miss India Celina Jaitly has shared an emotional account of losing her son Shamsher to hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), a rare congenital heart defect. Despite consulting leading doctors in Dubai, London, and India, the condition remained untreatable. In her Instagram post, Celina reflected on the helplessness of enduring her pregnancy knowing she could not save her child. While the loss continues to affect her family, she expressed gratitude for her other children.

Even State governments are abetting instigation of hatred against minorities: Stalin

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Where is Shubman Gill? Latest post by star batter has fans buzzing - See pics

Shubman Gill, after being named India's vice-captain for the T20 Asia Cup, shared vacation pictures on Instagram, showcasing a relaxing time on what appears to be a yacht. This follows his return to the T20I squad after a year, boosted by his captaincy in the Test series against England. Selectors, including Ajit Agarkar, highlighted Gill's leadership abilities, trusting him under Suryakumar Yadav.

From oho to boho: Exploring Onam fashion

With Onam round the corner, the seasons shopping whirlwind has already begun. Whether its for college events, office festivities, family gatherings, or that perfect Instagram post, this years fashion spread appears to offer more choices than ever. This year, fashion is a beautiful mix of nostalgia and reinvention, offering something for every mood and generation. There is a real boom in the Onam market this year, says designer Treesa Josh. It feels like a creative race, in the best way, with every label putting its own stamp on tradition. For her latest line, Treesa collaborated with the weavers of Chendamangalam, blending their handlooms with malai mul chanderi, a softer, fluid fabric now popular in Kerala. People do want to experiment, but when it comes to Onam, many still want that classic off-white and gold. So we kept the traditional kasavu sari with handwork but also added modern, comfortable wrap-style kurtas. Actor and designer Poornima Indrajith, founder of Pranaah, echoes the Onam boom observation. This year is unlike anything we have seen before, she says. It feels like Onam arrived early. By June, people were already asking about our Onam collection, and by July, brands across Kerala had started launching theirs. There seems to be a whole new approach to Onam fashion. Pranaahs new collection, Onam Carnival, is a nostalgic celebration, telling the story of a village filled with paddy fields, balloon sellers, toffee jars, toy buses, carousels, and the beat of the thavil elements that recall the 80s Onam market. Our 2024 Balyam collection was a hit, and this line continues that idea. People love those small, familiar details that take them back to childhood. The response has been great, Poornima adds. She believes Keralas fashion scene is in an exciting phase. Designer wear is no longer exclusive. People now have access to beautiful pieces at various price points, she says. The real joy lies in keeping the essence and authenticity alive, while still letting tradition evolve. Pranaah Onam collection My Designation Gen Z label, My Designation, returns this Onam with some standout pieces. The line features shirts with mural-inspired designs, a Vadamvali embroidered shirt and sari that can be worn as a pair, a pure white shirt with subtle golden shimmer incorporating elements like chenda, nettipattam, and pookkalam, as well as the Clash of Titans print that brings Kathakali and Theyyam into a dramatic face-off. The brand also offers mural T-shirts for kids. For a minimal yet classy look, the Vadamvali shirt is perfect. For louder, festive vibes, the mural shirts stand out. For vibrant events, the Clash of Titans print is the top pick. We have designed something for every occasion, says the team. People now seek premium, unique pieces that tell a story expressive fashion that helps them stand out. Talking of stories, designer Revathy Jayan Babu has introduced a collection inspired by abharanam (traditional ornaments). Her designs incorporate jewellery-inspired motifs into sari prints, enhanced with intricate handwork. Featuring large prints and darker blouses and shirts, the collection channels a celebratory vibe. People are now asking for combos, she says. Saris paired with matching shirts for men and kids are trending. Menswear, too, has evolved. Instead of just plain mundu, men are now demanding stylish variations. Salt Studio, known for contemporary fashion, aims to add a playful twist to traditional Onam wear, moving away from the usual big floral prints. While brainstorming, we thought of a Bohemian-inspired Onam, says Diya John, the labels founder. We added elements like shells, tassels, and hanging threads, but I didnt want the typical ethnic blouse with that. So we contemporised it with crop tops and long jackets with statement sleeves. Even in the weave, we experimented with bold colours using the thick-weft technique, in collaboration with Chendamangalam weavers. They also upcycled materials to create matching jewellery, hair accessories, and belts for a free-spirited, Boho-inspired Onam look. Kerala is becoming a mature fashion market. With online exposure and travel, people now understand fashion and recognise quality. Traditionally, we preferred minimal designs and jewellery, but now maximalism is trending bold prints, layered jewellery, and statement pieces, says Diya. Salt Studio Southloom Southloom is making a statement with the pink lotus this Onam, incorporating the motif through prints, embroidery, and weaving on kasavu saris. Their budget-friendly collection features mul cotton saris with Kerala-style borders in kasavu in a range of colours. In menswear, the focus is on Kathakali and Theyyam-inspired motifs on colourful printed shirts paired with mundu. Younger generations seek to balance style and comfort, so we focused on that, says Southloom founder Raj Baiju. The preference for bright colours has also grown. Earlier, a man in pink would be mocked, but thats not the case anymore. Rouka, meanwhile, presents When the branches meet the roots a celebration of nostalgia and modernity. The collection draws on imagery of birds, trees, fruits, and flowers, rendered in a contemporary style. We are like branches, always reaching for something new, but its the roots that hold us, says Sreejith Jeevan, the labels founder. So we worked with traditional handloom and kasavu, using a palette of white, ivory, black, and green to express motifs deeply rooted in our culture. He adds that people now seek pieces that are classy, contemporary, and modern, yet timeless outfits they can reuse and restyle in different ways. Well, as we wrap up, one thing is clear: while handloom remains the anchor of Onam fashion, theres a strong undercurrent of experimentation. Verve and versatility are the key words. Rouka

RJ Mahvash threatens trolls after meeting Chirag Paswan

RJ Mahvash's recent Instagram post featuring Union Minister Chirag Paswan has ignited social media. The buzz surrounds her cheeky caption, Bas ab kari na kisi ne badtmeezi, ghar se uthwa lungi, which translates to a lighthearted threat. This post, along with rumors of her dating cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal following his divorce, keeps Mahvash in the spotlight.

My favorite Google AI features from the Pixel 10 launch

The Made By Google event was not only a showcase of Googles latest Pixel hardware, but a launchpad for many new AI features. Im typically skeptical of the current generation of AI, but as I checked out the new software across various demo sessions, I found myself more and more intrigued. It seems like Google, along with Apple and Samsung, has been working on making these AI-powered updates more helpful in a way that might actually make our lives easier or simply more fun. There wasnt enough time to write up every single one of them, so Ive put a few of my favorites in this story to give you a better sense of what to expect when the Pixel 10 series hits retail shelves later this month. Spoiler alert: Many of these have to do with voice and calls an area Google has historically excelled at. The Recorder app can generate backing music I have long been enamored with Googles Recorder app . It started with the on-device transcription that made getting quotes from my interviews easy and relatively secure. But when Apple introduced a multi-track recording function to its Voice Memos app , I quickly jumped ship. While the iOS recorder has inferior transcription in terms of accuracy and readability, the fact that I could basically record a duet with myself seriously appealed to the musical theater geek in me. I played both Elphaba and Glinda, crooning their parts from For Good into my iPhone. But when Googles senior director of product management for Pixel software Shenaz Zack told me the Pixel 10s recorder app would add AI-generated music to your singing, I went silent in slight disbelief. I spent much of my youth ripping karaoke tracks from YouTube videos, looking up minus one or backing tracks or instrumentals only on various download platforms. My friends and I were aspiring performers, looking to mix our own covers of popular songs, and a tool that would generate backing music to our voice tracks would have been a dream come true. Honestly it kind of still is. Zack walked me through the process twice on my first try I sang a verse and part of the chorus of Golden from the Kpop Demon Hunters soundtrack. I giggled self-consciously at the end, before Zack hit stop. As it recorded, the app actually showed a tag that indicated it knew I was singing, and when we selected the recording after, a chip appeared saying Create and add music. Tapping that brought up a panel titled Choose a vibe to create music with two sections: Featured vibes and Your vibes. Under the first one, the options were Chill beats, Cozy, Dance party, Rainy day blues, Romantic and Surprise me. On my second attempt, when I rushed through a rendition of the all-time banger Mary Had a Little Lamb, the app displayed a warning at the bottom that said The beat might not match well if the recording is short. I chose Dance Party, hit next, and waited a minute or so while Recorder went to work. The animation at the top said the system was analyzing the audio, identifying the rhythm, locking onto the beat and harmonizing the track before delivering the result. I dont quite know what I was expecting, but I can say that those who were at all concerned about digital rights management have nothing to worry about. The music that Google generated for Golden sounded nothing like the original, and while it did make my voice sound less lonely and made for a more complete track, I felt like I needed a few more adjustments to feel satisfied with it. As for Mary Had a Little Lamb, the result was as generic as expected for an AI-generated soundtrack to a very basic nursery rhyme. To Googles credit, what came out seemed to be in the right key and rhythm, and I certainly will need much more time playing around with this to see if tweaking the settings will help. I also wanted to point out that the generated music also stopped as my singing stopped, so the giggling I mentioned earlier was not scored. Although this feature did not live up to my (admittedly unrealistic) fantasy, I do think its a fun use of AI and seems harmless. Its not going to be a mainstay of most peoples daily routines, although Zack did say that a large percent of people actually used Recorder for singing. This update could certainly make for a nice little dose of musical creativity. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Engadget (@engadget) Voice Translate made it sound like I was speaking German I had more concerns around the Voice Translate feature that was supposed to make you or your caller sound like you were speaking in a different language. According to Google, the goal is to break down language barriers during phone calls. When I asked Zack why the company felt the need to make the voice resemble the callers, she said it was about personal connection. Zack explained that her parents live in India, and though they speak English, theyre not very fluent. That makes for some difficulty when they call Zacks kids. Simply adding a robotic voice thats translating between the grandparents and the children wouldnt feel right, either. I was initially skeptical that fully replacing the callers original voice with a translated version would help, but after a few demos, I am certainly swayed. To be clear, the person placing the call has to do so from a Pixel phone for Voice Translate to work. Once you choose Voice Translate from the Call Assist submenu, youll have to choose a language. When the call is connected, the system will say to both parties that the Call is translated by Google AI in each speakers voice. Audio is not saved. I tried this out a few times with a Google representative who spoke German, whom we will refer to as Uncle Tim to make it easier for me to describe this demo. Each time he spoke, I could hear a couple seconds of his voice in German, before a chime played and the version in the original language became softer. What sounded like a dubbed actor playing Uncle Tim came on and conversed in English, complete with realistic replications of pitch, rhythm and expression. I also could hear feedback when I talked on the call, so I heard myself speaking German on the other end. It was truly strange, because it sort of did sound like me. One of my closest friends lives in Germany, and has had to put up with my attempts to learn German for more than 10 years. I immediately wanted to try Voice Translate on her to see if she would believe I had suddenly become fluent (but of course, Id have to figure out how to get her to ignore the warnings that Google AI was at work). Ill be honest, the experience wasnt perfect. Not only were the translations sometimes off (some of what Uncle Tim said in English didnt make sense), the generated voices seemed less like a complete replication of the caller and more like a novice dubbing artist. Thats not a bad thing, since I was very concerned about impersonation being a problem. To that end, Zack said Google was deliberate about the implementation. She reminded me of the ducking that was in place, which is when the original speech is still audible in the first few seconds and then softer throughout. Like the original audio is ducking below the dubbed voice get it? And I remembered that while the AI voice might sound sort of like me, it isnt designed to simply make up things Im saying its just translating the content. Im the one that decides whether to go off and curse out a relative and have that conveyed in their native tongue, for example. Of course, there may still be bugs and quirks to work out. 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And lest we forget, the company has also been a pioneer in suggesting actions from your emails and adding events to your calendar by scanning your inbox. With the Pixel 10s Magic Cue feature, Google is basically bringing this functionality to your texts and calls. While Magic Cue can helpfully show shortcuts within the Messages app to help you answer questions about reservations or send photos from recent trips, Im most into one specific aspect. When you call an airline to make changes to a flight, for instance, the Pixel 10 can pull up your reservation information and display it within the call, so you wont have to open your email, and search for the booking confirmation to have your reference number ready. Sure, it might only save you seconds, but its so much easier, and Google already does a version of this in your inbox. I would love to see this particular feature expand and cover other types of appointments so you can quickly get codes or other identifying information during calls to, say, your plumber, doctor, insurance provider and more. Camera and photo features continue to improve Google continues to improve upon areas its led the way in, and photography remains a strength of Pixel phones. The company was one of the first major players to use its algorithmic prowess to dramatically improve the quality of low light photos and with the Pixel 10 Pro it again uses computational processing to deliver superior images. Pro Res Zoom on the new phone did manage to produce some surprisingly clean pictures of faraway buildings, at least in my demo at Googles Manhattan office. I was impressed by how clear the lines on the underside of a skyscraper that we zoomed to a 100x level on looked. Google was also careful to clarify that Pro Res Zoom wont work on people, and that distant text may look odd. We've tuned Pro Res Zoom to minimize hallucinations, however they may still occur especially with faraway text. Additionally, when Pro Res Zoom detects a person in the scene, we use a different enhancement algorithm that prevents inaccurate representations, according to Google. in those situations, the algorithm will drop to Super Res Zoom quality. Depending on which Pixel phone youre using, Super Res Zoom delivers up to either 20x or 30x zoom. In the results I saw, people standing on a deck at the top of a tower just seemed a bit pixelated compared to the buildings facade, and the effect wasnt jarring or even really noticeable until I zoomed in. But that might be because they were a tiny part of the picture I imagine things would look different if a person was the main subject in a scene. As someone who enjoys composing pictures, I didnt think the Camera Coach feature would do anything for me. But I was pleasantly surprised that I actually liked some of the AIs proposed framing options. I still dont think Ill use this much in the real world, but it might help other people who want tips on photography. I was initially nonplussed about the new Photos feature that lets you tell the AI how to edit your pictures, but after a brief demo I came around. Simply telling Gemini to turn that red dress blue or get rid of the people in the background was not only easier, but suprrisingly effective. I also want to point out that Google also made tweaks to the Guided Frame feature in its camera app that helps those who are blind or visually impaired know what is in the scene. It now uses Gemini models, which should help with object recognition. Finally, its worth calling out the support for C2PA content authenticity initiative . Google is building this into the Photos app, where metadata will show whether or not AI was used in a picture. 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