WhatsApp Adds Smart Text Actions To Chats, Here
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that makes it easier to use information shared in chats. The messaging app can now recognise phone numbers, dates, addresses and email addresses in messages and offer shortcuts based on the type of information
Best Buy is now moving over into its Week 2 Black Friday deals after its batch of official early Doorbuster deals ended last night. Much like we are seeing at Amazon , the retailer is carrying Black Friday savings right through the month and has now updated its official sale page to highlight new deals. more
'I Owe You All An Apology': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Admits Affair, Company Probes Chinese Spy Links
Nvidia's board has launched an independent investigation into reports that CEO Jensen Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation, raising questions about potential risks to the chipmaker and US national security. The investigation comes after media reports of Huang's association
Xiaomi 18 Pro India Launch Timeline, Xiaomi 18T Key Specifications and Features Surface Online
Xiaomi 18 Pro will be launched in India in December, according to a report. The smartphone is set to be the first Pro model from the company to launch in the country in more than three years. The last Pro model to debut in India was the Xiaomi 13 Pro, which was unveiled in February 2023. The tech giant changed its product strategy for India in the following year, bringing only the standard and the top-of-the-line Ultra models to the country. Apart from this, the company is also reportedly preparing to launch the rumoured Xiaomi 18T, which might also arrive in India soon. In terms of specifications, the smartphone is said to sport an LTPS OLED display with 1.5K resolution and up to a 165Hz or 185Hz refresh rate. It could be powered by the unreleased octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 8600 chipset.
Meta Introduces Spaces for Designing Custom Experiences Inside Muse AI App
Metas Muse app is getting some upgrades with the ability to generate custom feeds, with custom AI-generated interfaces. Meta claims that these feeds can be used to keep track of ideas, to-do lists, as planners or even create simple trivia games with the data pulled into the feed.
Nvidia Probes Whether CEO Jensen Huang Was Target of Foreign Spying
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said in a message to employees that he had been unfaithful to his wife and took full responsibility for his actions, while Nvidia said the CEO was committed to continuing to lead the company without interruption. The developments are likely to pressure the chipmaker's stock, which has already fallen sharply amid worries about the AI boom's sustainability, and may also raise questions about Huang's future at the helm of the company he co-founded, analysts said.
A new lithium-air battery could give electric cars 1,200+ miles of range, but there
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Deepinder Goyal On Temple: It Is Not A Made For India Product, We Don
Ever since Temple, the Rs 85,000 brain-monitoring wearable has been announced, Deepinder Goyal has found himself in the middle of a controversy. Responding to all the criticism, he took to X on the occasion of Diwali to extend his wishes and
Ubisoft is reportedly developing two unannounced Assassin's Creed projects, including one set in Ancient Rome. The game's setting could tie in with the Assassin's Creed Netflix TV series, which is set in 64 AD in Rome. The developer is reportedly also working on a mobile AC title, codenamed Pocket, which could be set in Jerusalem.
OnePlus 16R Expected Specs: 9,000mAh Battery, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Chip And More
OnePlus could be preparing a major upgrade for its next R-series smartphone. The upcoming OnePlus 16R has started appearing in leaks, and its rumoured specifications suggest that the company may be focusing heavily on performance, gaming and battery life.
Gboards Rambler Feature Could Learn Your Vocabulary and Recognise Contact Names
A teardown of a new beta of the Gboard app has revealed new features coming to the virtual keyboard. These future feature upgrades are to do with Googles Rambler feature, which is currently exclusive to Googles Pixel 11 series of smartphones.
Gentle Monster Teases AI Smart Glasses With Gemini Integration Ahead of December Launch
Gentle Monster has shared a teaser for its upcoming Intelligent Eyewear collection, developed in collaboration with Samsung and Google. The clip features actor Joaquin Phoenix and offers a glimpse of an AI-powered translation feature. Directed by Jonathan Glazer, the campaign film will premiere in mid-November. The smart glasses will run on Google's Android XR platform and feature Gemini integration. Gentle Monster will open pre-orders in the US on November 12, ahead of the collection's scheduled December launch.
Realme 17 Pro Leak Reveals Full Specifications and Features List
Realme 17 Pro will be launched with the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC, according to a report. The handset might sport an AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and up to a 120Hz refresh rate. The Realme 17 Pro is expected to be equipped with a 10,000mAh battery. This claim is in line with earlier leaks, which suggested the same capacity battery for the handset. Moreover, the smartphone is said to launch with a dual rear camera system, headlined by a 50-megapixel main shooter, paired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera. The phone will reportedly be capable of recording videos at up to 4K/30 fps. On the front, it could be equipped with a 32-megapixel or a 50-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.
iPhone 18 Tipped to Feature Bigger Battery Than iPhone 18 Pro; Other Key Specifications Leaked
The standard iPhone 18 is said to get a significant battery upgrade over its predecessor and the iPhone 18 Pro. The iPhone 18 is expected to come with a 6.3-inch display and an A20 chipset.It is tipped to feature a 48-megapixel primary rear camera and an 18-megapixel front-facing camera.It is said to come with a 4,430mAh battery. The iPhone 17 is believed to have a 3,692mAh battery.
Apple CEO John Ternus Wants More AI Features In iPhones: Report
Apple has been taking a relatively cautious approach to artificial intelligence, especially when compared to rivals such as Google and OpenAI. However, that approach could be changing under its new CEO, John Ternus. A new report suggests that Ternus wants
Apple Plans to Bring Autonomous Capabilities to Siri AI, Overhaul iOS 28 Approach: Report
Apple plans to turn Siri AI into an autonomous agent that will be able to take more actions on a user's behalf. The iPhone maker reportedly wants to bring similar capabilities to the AI assistant as OpenAIs Dots, Metas Muse, and Grok from Elon Musks SpaceXSI. OpenAI, Meta, and AI labs position their respective AI agents as an AI companion that can run in the background and take actions for the user when required. Users can also hand over tasks, allowing the AI agents to do repetitive and monotonous tasks for the user. Apart from this, the report highlights that Apple has overhauled its development strategy for its next-generation iOS and iPadOS updates. The company has split its OS development into three stages, namely M1, M2, and M3, with each stage spanning eight weeks. The M1 stage is divided into two four-week sprints. However, the tech giant has reportedly asked its software engineers to code, explore, and develop features for six weeks for the iOS 28 update and to converge for two weeks at the M1 stage.
Apple Says iPhone Duo Now Has Over 100,000 Optimised Apps
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, did not get off to the smoothest start when it came to app support. Shortly after its launch, users began noticing interface issues with some popular apps, raising questions about how well existing iPhone
Apple Store Subscription Sign-Up Controversy Exposed
In a series of YouTube videos shared over the past two weeks, electronics technician and consumer rights advocate Louis Rossman has exposed a controversy in which some Apple Store employees have allegedly signed up customers for auto-renewing subscription trials for Apple One and other services without their informed consent. Here is how the process works at Apple Stores in the United States: A customer visits an Apple Store. An employee at the store asks if the customer would like to scan a QR code for a personalized shopping experience (Connect and Personalize). If the customer agrees, the employee can view some of the customer's information on their company-issued device, including which Apple devices they own, which Apple services they are subscribed to, and which Apple subscription offers are available to them based on their recent purchases. The employee can proceed to show the customer their available subscription offers, presented with Agree and Decline buttons on the employee's device. The default payment method associated with the customer's Apple Account is automatically available for subscription sign-ups, so long as it has not expired. The problem is that some employees allegedly activated these trials without adequately explaining to the customers that they would be automatically charged at a later date, according to tipsters who contacted Rossman. For example, some employees would allegedly rush through the process or were even told to position the trials as gifts. Until early last week, Apple was tracking a metric known as the services attach rate, with a target of 40% for each retail employee at at least some U.S. stores. In other words, employees were encouraged to get at least four out of every 10 customers they assisted with a device purchase to also sign up for at least one subscription. In some cases, employees allegedly even tapped the Agree button themselves without receiving the customer's informed consent, seemingly in an attempt to ensure that their services attach rate was as high as possible. Apple does email customers when a new trial has been activated on their accounts, but unsuspecting customers might not pay attention or realize that the email pertains to a subscription that will automatically renew later. Metric Removed, Reminder Issued MacRumors has confirmed that Apple removed the services metric for employees early last week, just days after Rossman's videos were published. However, the official explanation we were given for the metric's removal is that it is less relevant during the holiday season, when customers are often purchasing Apple products as gifts for others. Later in the week, Apple issued an internal memo to retail employees reminding them of the importance of respecting customer privacy and obtaining consent, including when offering subscription trials and using the Connect and Personalize system, but also for things such as Apple Upgrade sign-ups and Genius Bar work authorizations. The memo was issued ahead of the first weekend of Apple's holiday shopping season, which kicked off on Friday . During the holidays, Apple hires additional employees to help assist with an influx of customers, so the reminder was timely for new staff. Whether these actions were timed solely around the holiday shopping season or were also influenced by Rossman's videos, we cannot say for sure. In any case, the actions conveniently address some of the concerns highlighted by Rossman. How to Check Your Subscriptions On an iPhone, open the Settings app and tap on your name at the top of the screen. Next, tap on Subscriptions and you will see a list of any subscriptions that are active on your Apple Account, including trials. You can tap on any individual subscription and tap on the Cancel Subscription or Cancel All Services button to cancel. If you wish to dispute a transaction with Apple, go to reportaproblem.apple.com , select the Request a refund option, and follow the steps. As always, regularly review your credit card or bank statements to ensure that you have not been charged for any subscriptions unexpectedly. Tag: Apple Store This article, Apple Store Subscription Sign-Up Controversy Exposed first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Why your USB device isn't showing up on your MacBook and how you can fix it
If your USB device isn't showing up on your MacBook, the issue could be anything from a damaged cord to software troubles. Find out how to fix these problems.
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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 review: Infinity Ward finally returns to making a good CoD game
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Why Apple's M6 Chip Can't Hold Its Own Against Any NVIDIA GPU
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Suno AI music generator sued again for copyright infringement
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Apple's new MacBook Pro tops out at $15K here's what that gets you
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UK has no plans to slow down AI data center construction
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Building a smart home across different brands? Here's what you should know
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Siri AI is much more intelligent and personalized compared to classic Siri, but it is still not nearly as advanced as proactive, always-on agents like OpenAI's Dots and Meta's Muse. That may change, though, according to a new rumor. In his Power On newsletter today , Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman said he was told that Apple could make Siri function more like an agent as early as next year. However, if this plan moves forward, the exact implementation remains to be seen. Dots, Muse and Grok can keep track of goals, determine what needs to happen next and continue pursuing objectives without the user initiating every individual step, said Gurman. Apple ultimately wants to go in this direction, I'm told, and I believe the company could make Siri more like an agent as early as next year. Apple's AI ambitions could go beyond making Siri more agentic. In a closed-door meeting in recent weeks, Gurman said that Apple CEO John Ternus told Apple's software engineering chief Craig Federighi that Apple needs to accelerate its software roadmap and move quickly beyond merely making necessary improvements to Siri. Tags: Craig Federighi , John Ternus , Mark Gurman , Siri , Siri AI This article, Siri AI Rumored to Become 'More Like an Agent' as Early as Next Year first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Little regard for cracker ban in Delhi on Deepavali; air quality remains very poor
The Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) has forecast that Delhi's air quality is likely to slip into the 'severe' category from November 9 and remain there for the subsequent few days
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Delhi bursts crackers despite restrictions, AQI to remain
New Delhi: Despite restrictions, several parts of Delhi continued to witness cracker-bursting till late Sunday evening, November 8, as people celebrated Diwali, with reports of fireworks emerging from areas including Pitampura, Burari, Mayur Vihar and the posh Lutyens Delhi. Ahead of Diwali, the Delhi government had appealed to people to comply with the Supreme Courts 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 .
South Africa's ANC suffers worst election result as decline continues
The once-dominant ANC the party of Nelson Mandela had received around 30% of the vote in Wednesday's (November 4, 2026) local government elections with 99% of ballots counted
TechCrunch Mobility: The Cybertruck experiment is over
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Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona Live Streaming: When, Where To Watch LaLiga Match On TV, Online?
Barcelona will look to strengthen their position at the top of the table, while Atletico Madrid aim to extend their seven-match winning run in La Liga.
100 buses long: Scientists map one of the world
A huge coral colony stretching more than 1.5 kilometers (0.93 miles) along the outer reef of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands has been identified by researchers, making it one of the largest known coral colonies ever recorded.
Historic Gurdwara in Lahore reopens after 79 years
A historic gurdwara in Lahore, Pakistan, Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib, has reopened for religious worship after being closed since the Partition in 1947. The reopening ceremony, attended by Sikh community members and officials, marks the end of a 79-year hiatus and is part of broader efforts to preserve Sikh religious heritage in Pakistan.
'Need Someone Who Puts America First': Karoline Declares 'End Of Trump' After GOP Midterm Rout
Donald Trump will never again lead the Republican presidential ticket, former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has said, urging the party to find an America First successor following its bruising midterm defeat. Speaking on Fox News My View with Lara Trump, Leavitt said Republicans need a candidate capable of reconnecting with the working Americans who powered Trumps political rise. That leader, she argued, must understand voters struggles, address their challenges and offer hope. Her remarks turned attention towards the partys future beyond Trump. The Constitutions 22nd Amendment bars anyone from being elected president more than twice, preventing Trump from seeking another elected term in 2028. Leavitt also urged Republicans to confront the reasons for their electoral setback, rather than dismiss the result. Weve got to humble ourselves, she said, calling for a detailed examination of election data and individual races so the party can adjust its direction and messaging.#usnews #karolineleavittlive #midterms #unitedstates #republicans #gop #midterms2026 #usnews
'Are We Powerful Enough To Take On Iran?': Senator Kennedy Brutally Grills Hegseth | WATCH
Republican senator John Kennedy grills War Secretary about potential Iranian threats, specifically regarding the security of international waterways, the risk of Iran attempting to redevelop a nuclear warhead, and the capability of the U.S. military to destroy facilities beneath Pickaxe Mountain. The Secretary describes the Iranian situation as a complicated, ongoing challenge. Watch the fiery exchange. #iranwar #unitedstates #usa #donaldtrump #iranuclearprogramme #johnkennedy #unitedstates #usnews #trump #pickaxemountain #usa #trump #donaldtrump
'INCOMPETENT, LIAR': Karoline's Trump TRIBUTE Backfires As Internet Explodes At POTUS Work Claim
Karoline Leavitt's glowing praise for Donald Trump's work ethic has sparked a fierce online backlash after she made an extraordinary claim about the president's demanding White House schedule. During an appearance on Lara Trump's Fox News show, the former White House Press Secretary claimed that Marines stationed outside the Oval Office had to pick up additional shifts because Trump works so late. Leavitt described the Trump White House as an exceptionally busy workplace, praising the president's dedication and long working hours. But her remarks quickly triggered a storm of criticism on social media, with users mocking her claims and accusing her of spreading disinformation. Several critics questioned the narrative surrounding Trump's work schedule, while others unleashed personal attacks against Leavitt.
Three killed as ambulance carrying dead body crashes near Dasapalla; one critical
A tragic accident occurred when an ambulance carrying a dead body crashed into a cement concrete wall, killing three people on the spot and leaving one critically injured. Ishwar Sahu, a resident of Deogaon area in Balangir district, had passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. His body was being taken back to his [] The post Three killed as ambulance carrying dead body crashes near Dasapalla; one critical appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Trump vows comeback as bitter showdown with Congress looms
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India revels in Diwali, Delhi AQI dips to 'very poor'
India celebrated Diwali with traditional fervour, marked by diverse festivities across the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar, while other political leaders like Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Yogi Adityanath also shared their celebrations. Meanwhile, Delhi faced challenges with 'very poor' air quality and strict vigil on firecracker bursting.
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Bhubaneswar Chokes on Diwali Night as AQI Soars Past 1,200
On the night of Diwali 2026 (November 8), Bhubaneswars air quality plunged into the hazardous zone as high-intensity firecrackers filled the skies with smoke. Real-time readings showed the Air Quality Index (AQI, US scale) surging past 1,000, with peaks reported near 1,254 and higher in some local trackersfar above the citys normal levels that typically [] The post Bhubaneswar Chokes on Diwali Night as AQI Soars Past 1,200 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mumbai, Thane Choke On Diwali Pollution As Firecrackers Push AQI To Severe Levels
Mumbai and Thane recorded severe air quality readings on Diwali night, with AQI at 278 and 298, respectively, as firecracker emissions added to the city's pollution burden.
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Over 200,000 march in Amsterdam demanding action on Gaza
Amsterdam: Tens of thousands of people, many of them dressed in red, marched through Amsterdam on Sunday in a mass demonstration aimed at pressing the Dutch government to take more decisive action against Israel over Gaza. The organisers of Red Line demonstrations in the Netherlands called for measures including stricter trade sanctions on Israel, officially 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 .
P.T. Usha complains to IOA electoral officer over WhatsApp campaign for SOM polls
The Indian Olympic Association president alleged former archer Dola Banerjee violated the Model Code of Conduct by circulating a WhatsApp message seeking votes for four candidates ahead of Mondays election
US visa, PERM worries push up IT companies' subcontracting bill
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Former CEC SY Quraishi sparks war of words over Bengal assembly election validity
Former Chief Election Commissioner S.Y. Quraishi has sparked a major political faceoff after questioning the legal validity of the West Bengal assembly elections and alleging flaws in the voter revision process. While the Trinamool Congress and the CPI backed his remarks to target Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, the BJP dismissed the claims as an excuse by losers. Watch the full report and political reactions from Kirti Azad, D. Raja, and Shahnawaz Hussain.
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TDP-led coalition wins 85 pc ZPTCs, 75 pc MPTCs in Andhra civic body polls
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 8 (IANS) Continuing its impressive performance in local body elections, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP)-led NDA in Andhra Pradesh has bagged 499 out of 582 Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTC) seats and 5,861 out of 7,768 Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTC) seats. Opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) emerged second biggest party after the TDP to wing 76 ZPTCs and 1,711 MPTCs. The State Election Commission (SEC) on Sunday night released the final results of the counting. Polling was conducted for 582 ZPTCs and 7,767 MPTCs in 28 districts on November 5 following the declaration of 77 and 2,051 ZPTCs and MPTCs respectively as unanimously elected. The TDP and its allies, the Jana Sena Party (JSP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) captured majority of the seats. The TDP emerged as the largest party, winning 406 ZPTCs and 4,806 MPTCs. The JSP led by Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan bagged 73 ZPTCs and 938 MPTCs. The BJP won 20 ZPTCs and 117 MPTCs. The YSRCP, which was crushed by the ruling TDP-led coalition in the urban local body elections last week, performed better, winning 76 ZPTCs and 1,711 MPTCs. The Congress drew a blank while CPI-M won one ZPTC and 15 MPTCs. Six Independents emerged victorious in ZPTC polls while 162 Independents were elected in MPTC elections. The ruling TDP-led coalition swept the polls in majority of the districts. Out of 32 ZPTCs in Sri Sathya Sai district, TDP won 21 and YSRCP nine. In Tirupati district, the TDP bagged 21 out of 31 seats. YSRCP stood second with six seats. In YSR Kadapa, the home district of YSRCP Chief Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, his party could win only two out of 16 ZPTC seats. The TDP bagged 12 seats and the remaining two were won by JSP. TDP also won 26 out of 30 ZPTCs in SPSR Nellore district while YSRCP could win just two, continued their stellar performance in the elections to the Zilla and Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs and MPTCs) after crushing the YSRCP in the Urban Local Body (ULB) elections. The YSRCP leaders alleged that the counting of votes polled in the ZPTCs and MPTCs was fraught with irregularities, and the State Election Commission ignored their complaints. YSRCP Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy alleged that irregularities continue to taint the local body elections under Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. He claimed that like during the municipal election count, officials during the ZPTC and MPTC vote count were also pressured to manipulate results in several districts. Democracy is being undermined at every turn. Chandrababu Naidu may have won the election, but he has suffered a moral defeat. We may have lost the election, but we have won the hearts of the people, Jagan Mohan Reddy said. Power may help someone win an election, but it cannot earn the people's trust. Democracy may be suppressed, but the people's aspirations cannot be silenced. I salute our party leaders and workersespecially the womenwho stood firm in defence of democracy despite obstacles, attacks and intimidation. We will continue this struggle with even greater determination, the former Chief Minister added.
Hero Xtreme 125R Stealth Edition Launched At Rs 1.16 Lakh With TFT Display
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Boy prevented from wearing tilak, parents use UK school
A nine-year-old British Hindu boy's parents have initiated legal action in the UK High Court after their son was withdrawn from primary school for being prevented from wearing a tilak on his forehead. The family alleges religious discrimination under the UK's Equality Act 2010 and Human Rights Act 1998, seeking 25,000 pounds in damages. The school disputes the allegations, stating it offered alternatives and promotes cohesion.
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Anuj Shrivatri Becomes India's 100th Chess Grandmaster, Madhya Pradesh's First
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Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 8 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Punjab on Sunday marked Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas by lighting special lamps at the party's state office in memory of young people who lost their lives to drug abuse, highlighting the growing concern over the drug menace in the state. Punjab BJP President Kewal Singh Dhillon participated in the ceremony and lit lamps, including one dedicated to the youths who fell victim to drug addiction. The symbolic gesture was also a tribute to families whose lives have been devastated by drugs, particularly mothers who lost their sons and sisters who lost their brothers. The party said the initiative was dedicated to households whose lights had been extinguished by the drug menace, remembering the families struggling with the irreparable loss of their loved ones. On the occasion, Dhillon prayed for Punjab to be freed from the scourge of drugs and expressed hope that peace, prosperity and happiness would return to every household in the state. The BJP also linked the occasion of Bandi Chhor Divas with its resolve to fight drug addiction. The festival commemorates the release of the sixth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, from Gwalior Fort along with 52 kings. Describing Bandi Chhor Divas as a symbol of freedom from oppression and restrictions, the BJP said Punjab today needed liberation from the grip of drugs, which has affected its youth and countless families. The BJP reiterated its commitment to stand with families affected by drug abuse and vowed to continue its fight against the menace until the state is free from the problem. Extending greetings on Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas, the BJP prayed for divine blessings for Punjab and expressed hope that the festivals would bring happiness, prosperity and renewed hope to every household.
