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Apple has launched the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. Both models bring a solid set of upgrades focused on health, fitness, and AI. They run watchOS 27, and this update brings a new Readiness app that gives you a deeper look into your daily health.
Apple has launched the AirPods 5 in India, with the standard model priced at Rs 14,900 and the AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case priced at Rs 17,900. The new earbuds feature open-ear Active Noise Cancellation, improved sound quality, Siri AI, Live Translation, Adaptive Audio and Personalised Spatial Audio.
Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in India, with prices starting at Rs 1,64,900 and Rs 1,79,900. Pro models feature a 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, the A20 Pro chip, and improved battery life. Pre-orders begin on September 12
Apple has launched the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone, featuring a 7.6-inch inner display, a 5.4-inch outer display, the A20 Pro chip, an advanced 48MP camera system, and Apple Intelligence with Siri AI. The iPhone Duo starts at Rs 2,99,900 in India for the 256GB model.
A Guwahati man accused of killing his wife has claimed he has o regret over the crime and allegedly threatened to kill a man he called his wife's sugar daddy. Police are investigating the murder of 25-year-old Riya Talukdar Goswami and examining the accused's claims about an alleged extramarital relationship.
Iran's embassy in Tunisia shared an Akshay Kumar meme to mock Donald Trump amid rising US-Iran tensions. The meme referenced Iran's claim of capturing a US underwater drone, rising oil prices and upcoming US elections, prompting reactions from social media users.
Rohan Parekh's lawyer told a Mumbai court that his client may have been conned into believing he had a genuine PMO-related role after receiving an offer letter, identity card and other official-looking communications.
Rising US-Iran tensions, rupee weakness and renewed FII selling heightened concerns over inflation, import costs and the broader economic outlook.
Punjabi-Canadian singer AP Dhillon has arrived at Apple Park ahead of Apple's highly anticipated iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max launch, where he met Apple CEO John Ternus. Dhillon also shared pictures from the Apple campus,
Akshaye Khanna made a rare appearance in Mumbai and was spotted posing for the paparazzi on the same day the trailer of Drishyam: The Conclusion was released. Meanwhile, Jaideep Ahlawat, who plays a new character in the film, opened up about stepping into the franchise after Khanna's exit.
A petrol pump attendant in Kerala's Alappuzha district was seriously injured after a WagonR driver allegedly drove away while the fuel nozzle and hose remained attached. CCTV footage shows the worker being pulled and dragged several metres before falling to the ground.
Vijay Mallya has rejected the 'bhagoda' tag, claiming he is legally barred from leaving the UK. The former RCB owner accused the Indian government of treating him unfairly and said his extradition case remains tied up in ongoing legal proceedings.
India can tap a Rs 12 lakh crore research and development opportunity by leveraging cost advantages and combining government support with industry and academia.
Following the survey, the city administration announced enhanced measures to tackle air pollution. Indore scored one point lower than Lucknow due to (the city) lagging behind in PM10 particle standards.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized about 740 kg of cannabis and charas in eight operations across India, arresting 13 people.
A vehicle linked to Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk's concert convoy was reportedly targeted in a shooting in Abbotsford, Canada, after his concert. No injuries were reported, while police are investigating the incident as a possible targeted attack and examining a nearby vehicle fire for a potential connection.
India aims to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem with a $13 billion investment to cut heavy chip imports by 2035.
Days after the conclusion of Jammu and Kashmir Police's 100-day Nasha Mukti Abhiyan, a probationer sub-inspector posted in Kathua's Hiranagar was allegedly caught consuming heroin. The incident has raised questions about drug abuse within the police force, particularly as several police personnel have previously faced arrest, dismissal or termination in narcotics-related cases.
Explore the full economic burden of road accidents in India, from vehicle repairs and long-term medical bills to lost productivity and legal liability.
The Ministry of External Affairs has distanced itself from the Eiffel Tower controversy involving a BAPS delegation, saying the issue is between the entities concerned. The row began after allegations that female Eiffel Tower employees were sidelined during the group's visit, prompting a staff strike
The road work is underway as part of preparations for Simhastha 2028, when Ujjain is expected to see a big inflow of pilgrims. Simhastha is a major festival held in Ujjain, once every 12 years. It is one of the four Kumbh Mela gatherings, where millions of devotees visit Ujjain to take a holy dip in the Shipra River.
Sensex fell over 350 points and Nifty opened below 23,550 as Brent crude neared $100, Middle East tensions escalated and IT stocks faced heavy selling.
Iran launched missile strikes targeting US military positions in Jordan after alleged US attacks on Iranian oil tankers near Kharg Island and Jask. The IRGC also claimed it captured a US unmanned submersible near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions across the region.
More than 1,000 flights were cancelled across the UK after a technical glitch at air traffic control provider NATS disrupted operations at major airports. Air India also cancelled, delayed and diverted flights, while passengers were warned of continuing disruptions as airlines cleared the backlog.
The Maharashtra FDA has suspended the licences of three ISKCON restaurants after inspections found alleged food safety and hygiene violations. Officials flagged issues including poor pest control, clogged drains, inadequate food and water testing.
Apple CEO John Ternus is expected to kick things off with his first keynote presentation since taking up the mantle on September 1. There are also rumours that Apple could be returning to a live event with the iPhone 18 launch this year, instead of a pre-recorded presentation.
A 54-year-old Manipuri musician died after a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff allegedly assaulted him when he objected to their shouting and drinking alcohol outside his Kilokari village apartment in the early hours of Monday
A clip of Apoorva Mukhija aka Rebel Kid, kissing her rumoured boyfriend, Amin Jaz, has been doing the rounds on the internet. The clip surfaced shortly after Apoorva revealed that she had travelled to Turkey to spend the long weekend with her boyfriend.
India's fourth BRICS presidency is poised to strengthen the bloc's role amid evolving geopolitics and economic challenges.
Area sown under kharif crops in India is 1,086.31 lakh hectares, with pulses and jute showing notable increases this season.
Mumbai Police detained two men ahead of PM Narendra Modi's Mumbai event after one allegedly posed as a PMO official using a fake identity card. A licensed firearm was recovered from his accompanying bodyguard, while the Crime Branch is investigating their motive and circumstances.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK chief C Joseph Vijay clarified that a gesture he made during his Assembly speech was inadvertent and was not intended to hurt anyone personally. The gesture had triggered criticism from the DMK, which interpreted it as a reference to MK Stalin's physical appearance.
The NIA conducted a search at the Qazigund residence of Adeel Majid Rather, an accused white-collar terrorist linked to the Delhi Red Fort blast case. Separately, security forces intensified surveillance along the Samba border following intelligence inputs about suspected Pakistani drone activity, with BSF and SOG conducting searches across several sensitive sectors.
The monochrome frames, posted by the couple, offered a rare glimpse of the family together. Baby Dua made a special appearance in the shoot after a long time. Deepika looked elegant in a white lace co-ord outfit, while Ranveer complemented her in a classic white shirt and trousers. I
Uber is set to lay off around 3,300 employees as part of a restructuring aimed at reducing management layers and streamlining operations, while Samsung India has reportedly asked 80-100 executives to leave amid restructuring of its TV and home appliance businesses
The patent encompasses the architecture and the system that synchronises optical and microwave sensors to acquire data simultaneously with spatial and temporal alignment. GalaxEye had previously patented the foundational technology in India.
The Indian rupee fell 10 paise to 94.66 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices and escalating US-Iran tensions. RBI intervention and strong foreign-currency inflows helped limit the currency's losses.
BAPS clarified that no one was denied access during a private Hindu delegation visit to the Eiffel Tower amid staff strike over removal claims.
GRT Jewellers will gain control of TBZ, a jewellery company founded in Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaar in 1864, which has grown from a single store to 37 outlets across 28 cities, mainly in Maharashtra and Gujarat.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi used a Y-shaped stage at a Vadodara event to engage directly with a predominantly Gen-Z audience. Featuring QR entry, online registration and 4K production, the youth-focused event marked a departure from conventional political rallies.
West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya defended Bengali food habits, saying people cannot be told to give up fish and meat, and cited Swami Vivekananda's reference to mutton being offered to Goddess Kali.
PB Agro, maker of Vimal Elaichi, has moved the Delhi High Court challenging notices issued by the Maharashtra FDA to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over alleged surrogate advertising of banned pan masala. The company maintains that Vimal Elaichi is a separate product and has questioned the FDA's jurisdiction.
Pakistan's foreign ministry on Monday called India's stance on Jammu and Kashmir aseless, a day after the Ministry of External Affairs clarified New Delhi's position on a UN resolution over global map representation. The exchange followed India's backing of an African Union-backed UN General Assembly resolution to ebalance the world map.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commenced a three-day visit to Sri Lanka to discuss bilateral defence ties and engage with the Indian diaspora.
Nikhil Chinappa is excited to return as a gang leader for MTV Roadies season 21 but misses the original version of the show.
The detention comes after the police registered an FIR against him and others in connection with the collapse and were trying to trace the building owner. The case includes charges related to culpable homicide, negligence in maintaining a structure and endangering the safety of others.
He warned that racism directed at one community today could eventually be directed at another, saying that maintaining racial and religious harmony remains essential to Singapore's stability.
Indian benchmark indices ended 0.5 per cent lower on Monday, with the Sensex falling 382.62 points to 76,132.81 and the Nifty declining 118.55 points to 23,779.15. IT, metal, PSU bank, realty and media stocks dragged the market amid geopolitical tensions, oil price volatility and concerns over tighter monetary conditions.
President Trump promoted a proposed $103,265 fee on H-1B visas to encourage US companies to hire American workers first.
Gold and silver prices fell sharply on Monday, with MCX gold declining Rs 542 to Rs 1,52,225 per 10 grams and silver dropping Rs 1,235 to Rs 2,36,423 per kg. Silver is now Rs 1.83 lakh below its January record high of Rs 4,20,048 per kg.

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