New Delhi: India’s smartphone market is undergoing a sharp price reshuffle, with rising component costs, pushing devices into higher brackets and squeezing the entry segment.As of March 2026, more than 80 out of roughly 200 smartphone models (including memory variants) in India have seen price increases, with an average hike of about 15%. Further increases…
South Africa’s Connor Esterhuizen joins Gujarat Titans. (ANI Photo) Gujarat Titans have brought in promising South African wicketkeeper-batter Connor Esterhuizen as a replacement for England’s Tom Banton, who has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2026 season due to a finger injury.The 24-year-old Esterhuizen arrives with a rising reputation after…
Vaishali Rameshbabu and Dommaraju Gukesh (FIDE Photo) NEW DELHI: On Thursday, the whole nation woke up to a historic realisation. Two of India’s young chess prodigies, 19-year-old Dommaraju Gukesh and 24-year-old Vaishali Rameshbabu, will compete in their respective World Chess Championship matches. This means that for the first time, India has a simultaneous shot at…
An Indian man who converted from Hinduism to Christianity has failed in his attempt to secure asylum in Australia, with a tribunal ruling that he faces no real risk of harm if returned home.The decision was issued last month after Australia’s Immigration and Protection Tribunal rejected the claim. The said that the applicant’s fears of…
Robert Downey Jr., a cultural phenomenon since the late 70s, stands as a testament to resilience with a net worth of USD 300 million. His illustrious career, highlighted by legendary performances in ‘Iron Man’ and the ‘Avengers’ series, showcases his unique ability to captivate audiences. Even amidst life’s hurdles, Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr has,…
With the declaration of Class 10 results, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has scripted a key change in how students will be assessed from the 2026 academic session. At the centre of this change is a “best-of-two” rule that allows students to improve their performance without the risk of losing marks. Two-exam structure…
Forget love at first sight; real romance often blossoms from friendship. A study reveals two-thirds of couples began as friends, with interactions purely platonic initially. This challenges popular notions, suggesting a deeper connection forms before romantic sparks fly, especially among younger adults and LGBTQ+ individuals. Friendship truly lays the foundation for lasting love. Movies and…
According to Hindu mythology, there are so many power couples that represent the devotion, sacrifice, luck and power. They also share unwavering bond with each other. Today, we will tell you, which mythological love story mirrors your romantic destiny. You must be curious to know about that so without any single thought, you can scroll…
NEW DELHI: The Lok Sabha witnessed a light-hearted exchange on Friday when leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi remarked that both he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi “don’t have the wife issue,” drawing laughter from MPs.Gandhi made the remark while participating in a debate on three bills proposing amendments to the women’s quota law and the…
New Delhi: After months of negotiations, govt and auto industry on Thursday reached a consensus on the proposed CAFE-3 fuel efficiency norms, with companies agreeing to most of the draft circulated last week, even as concerns remain over meeting stricter emission targets by FY32.TOI has learnt that officials told industry representatives that the thrust of…
