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New Delhi: A Bengaluru techie ordered Samsung's ultra-premium Galaxy Z Fold 7 from Amazon and received a marble tile instead. Not foldable, not smart, and definitely not worth Rs 1.87 lakh. Premanand, a software engineer from Yelachenahalli, had planned to gift himself the foldable flagship for Diwali. The Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung's most expensive smartphone in India, boasts a foldable AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and a triple-camera setup. It's priced at a jaw-dropping Rs 1.87 ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Paduko ...Read More >
BENGALURU: A techie in Bengaluru lost Rs 1.86 lakh in a delivery scam after receiving a tile instead of a smartphone he had ordered online. According to police, the victim, identified as Premamananda, had ordered a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 on an e-commerce platform. However, when the courier arrived, he was shocked to find a piece of tile in place of the high-end smartphone. Following the incident, Premamananda filed a complaint with the KS Layout Police, who have registered a case and launched a ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A software engineer's excitement turned to shock when the premium smartphone he ordered for ₹1.86 lakh turned out to be a piece of tile. The buyer, identified as 43-year-old Premanand, placed the order for a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 via the Amazon app on October 14 and paid the full amount. On October 19, the package arrived, and when he opened the sealed box (which he recorded on video), he discovered a tile rather than the phone. He promptly filed a complaint through the National C ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) on Thursday announced an expansive strategic partnership between Google and its artificial intelligence (AI) focused subsidiary, Reliance Intelligence Limited, to accelerate AI adoption across India. Under the collaboration, Google, in partnership with Reliance Intelligence, will begin rolling out Google's AI Pro plan with the latest version of Google Gemini to eligible Jio users free of charge for 18 months. This offer inclu ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 30 (ANI): Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), through Reliance Intelligence Limited, and Google today announced an expansive strategic partnership to accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across India , "empowering consumers, enterprises, and developers in line with Reliance's AI for All vision". This collaboration brings together Reliance's "unmatched scale, connectivity, and ecosystem reach with Google's world-class AI technology", a rele ...Read More >
India's electronics manufacturing ecosystem is set for a boost. The government has approved seven key projects under its Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme. These initiatives will focus on producing essential items like printed circuit boards, camera modules, and copper laminates. This move aims to significantly reduce the country's reliance on imports for critical electronic components. The government has approved the first seven proposals under the Electronics Component Manufacturing ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 27 (ANI): Seven new projects worth Rs 5,532 crore have been approved under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), marking another major step in India's growing electronics manufacturing industry. According to a government release, these projects are expected to generate Rs 44,406 crore in output and create 5,195 new jobs across the country. The approval, announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlights the government's continued focus on streng ...Read More >
ChipSync acquires Mobimark Labs to enhance its capabilities in connected car technology and automotive infotainment systems. The acquisition aims to integrate Mobimark's expertise in audio testing, boosting ChipSync's position as a leader in infotainment technology and enabling automakers to launch certified systems faster. ChipSync, a leader in connected car technology, has expanded its innovative edge by acquiring Meridian America LLC, known as Mobimark Labs. This Los Angeles-based entity spe ...Read More >
Global promotion emphasizes customer-driven innovation ahead of November 1 anniversary Samsung Electronics announced on the 24th that it will hold the global promotion '2025 Samsung Week' in 65 countries around the world ahead of its foundation anniversary, November 1. Samsung Week is a global event based on Samsung.com, now in its 6th year this year. It is Samsung Electronics' largest annual-scale promotion targeting consumers worldwide. This year's Samsung Week theme is 'Innovation Starts w ...Read More >
* Negligent riding by a drunk biker likely caused the bus fire in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh * The biker appeared drunk in CCTV footage shortly before crashing into the luxury bus * The bus caught fire after the crash, killing 19 passengers who were asleep and the biker Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Hyderabad: Negligent riding by a drunk biker is suspected to have caused the bus inferno that left 20 people dead in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool yesterday. CCTV footage ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 27: Vivo's latest flagship lineup, the Vivo X300 series, has already been launched in China and is now preparing for its global debut. The series is expected to include two models for global debut, which may be the Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro models. Ahead of its global launch, reports have surfaced online, revealing key details about the smartphone's specifications and features. As per a report of Hindustan Times, Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro could make their Global debut on ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 27: Nothing, the UK-based smartphone brand, has started rolling out the Open Beta version of its latest OS, the Nothing OS 4.0 for its Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro models. The new update introduces several new features, including Lock Glimpse, dynamic lock screen wallpapers, and more. As per multiple reports, the new beta version brings a visual upgrade along with upgraded camera modes. It also features updated lighter icons, lock screen clock options, and a structured About sec ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 27: Nothing, the UK-based smartphone brand, has started rolling out the Open Beta version of its latest OS, the Nothing OS 4.0 for its Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro models. The new update introduces several new features, including Lock Glimpse, dynamic lock screen wallpapers, and more. As per multiple reports, the new beta version brings a visual upgrade along with upgraded camera modes. It also features updated lighter icons, lock screen clock options, and a structured About sec ...Read More >
Tirupati: A large consignment of mobile phones in the luggage compartment of the Vemuri Kaveri Travels bus may have significantly intensified the inferno and accelerated the loss of lives, it has emerged.A consignment of 234 new smartphones was being transported in the bus going to Bengaluru from Hyderabad. Preliminary investigation revealed that a Hyderabad-based businessman, identified as Manganath, was transporting the consignment of mobile phones, worth approximately Rs 46 lakh, Kurnool poli ...Read More >
Kurnool bus fire: The investigation into the tragic Kurnool bus fire incident has revealed how the fire intensified and killed at least 20 people. An investigation into the devastating Kurnool bus fire, which claimed the lives of at least 20 people, has revealed that the vehicle was carrying a consignment of 234 smartphones, which reportedly exploded, thereby intensifying the deadly inferno, forensic experts say, as per a report by NDTV. At the time of the incident, over 40 people were travelli ...Read More >
Kurnool Bus Fire: The tragic Kurnool bus fire, which claimed the lives of 19 passengers, was made far worse by the presence of 234 smartphones on board. Investigators revealed that these phones, being transported as part of a commercial consignment, likely intensified the blaze. Forensic experts have suggested that the batteries in the smartphones exploded during the fire, amplifying the heat and destruction inside the bus. Eyewitnesses recalled hearing multiple battery explosions as the flames ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Apple's foldable, expected around late 2026, could redefine consumer expectations and push foldables into a new mainstream adoption phase, according to a new report. The biggest structural shift is expected in late 2026, when Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to debut. According to the Counterpoint Research report, Apple's entry would instantly expand consumer awareness and accelerate replacement demand across high-income segments. Given Apple's ecos ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24 (PTI) They were young, educated, and lived what seemed to be ordinary lives. But behind their smartphone and laptop screens, the two men were slowly drawn into the dark web of ISIS propaganda, and eventually allegedly converted it into a plot to strike Delhi on Diwali. The two youths -- Md Adnan Khan alias Abu Muharib (19), from Delhi's Sadiq Nagar, and Adnan Khan alias Abu Mohammad (20), from Bhopal -- were arrested in a pre-emptive operation that likely averted a major trage ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 22 (PTI) India's smartphone market grew 3 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the third quarter of the calendar year 2025, reaching 48.4 million units shipped, as per the latest research from Omdia, which cautioned that despite early momentum, gains are unlikely to sustain into a strong year-end. The modest growth was driven by a wave of new launches in July and August, retail incentivisation and an earlier festive season that pulled forward inventory flows, Omdia said. Vendors fille ...Read More >
Expected India prices: Find X9 around Rs 65,000 and Find X9 Pro near Rs 99,999, with official pricing to be revealed at launch. Oppo is now preparing to launch next-generation flagship smartphones, including the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro, in India soon. The Chinese smartphone has already confirmed its India debut and teased some details, including the design, colour options, and more, right ahead of launch. Both the devices have made their debut in China, and the Indian variants may get similar s ...Read More >
Senior union ministers credit GST overhaul for lifting consumer sentiment, driving double-digit growth in electronics and sparking broad-based festive demand. New Delhi: Senior Union ministers on Saturday said the Next Gen GST Reforms, rolled out on 22 September 2025, are already producing wide-ranging benefits. From cheaper daily-use goods to record-high electronics and automobile sales, setting the stage for stronger consumption and investment growth in the months ahead. Commerce and Industr ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to Indians to celebrate the festive season by embracing 'Swadeshi' products, highlighting national pride in local craftsmanship and innovation. Sharing a message on Saturday evening on (Proudly say it's Swadeshi!). He encouraged sharing purchases on social media to inspire others, fostering a groundswell of support for domestic artisans and makers. The Prime Minister's message cited a dynamic video from MyGovIndia, featuring B ...Read More >
Ai+ Smartphone Unveils Sparkle Red: A Bold New Shade for the Festive Season Sparkle Red 3 min read Last Updated : Oct 15 2025 | 3:00 PM IST NewsVoir New Delhi [India], October 15: Ai+ Smartphone from NxtQuantum Shift Technologies has unveiled a new Sparkle Red colour edition across its Pulse and Nova 5G models. Inspired by the vibrance of India's festive season, the new color brings a bold, high-energy aesthetic to the Ai+ smartphone range, reflecting the confidence and individuality of its ...Read More >
Mumbai: Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) has announced a special festive campaign "Jio Gold 24K Days", which allows customers to start investing in gold with as little as Rs 10. The scheme also gives buyers a 2 per cent gold bonus and prizes worth Rs 10 lakh on purchases made during Dhanteras and Diwali. As part of the limited-period offer, customers purchasing digital gold worth Rs 2,000 or more between October 18 and 23, 2025, through the JioFinance or MyJio apps, will receive 2 per cen ...Read More >
India's trade ministry and NITI Aayog are considering easing certain tariff and non-tariff restrictions on Chinese imports to secure raw materials vital for industrial and export growth. Measures under discussion include letting anti-dumping duties lapse on some products and cutting tariffs on raw materials for sectors like leather and engineering goods where domestic supply is limited. India's trade ministry and a government think-tank are pushing to ease certain tariff and non-tariff curbs on ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], October 17: With exclusive inaugural offers and the widest range of the latest tech, customers are in for an enhanced shopping experience here. Reliance Digital grand launch on 16th Oct 2025: Reliance Digital has launched its second store at Burdwan at Reliance Digital, Parasmani Appartment, Kanainatshal North, GT Road, DVC More, PO: Chotonilpur, Burdwan, WB, Pin-713103 This tech destination offers the widest range of latest electronics at best prices along with an Exp ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Oct 15 (Reuters) - Apple is lobbying India's government to modify its income tax law to ensure the company is not taxed for ownership of high-end iPhone machinery it provides to its contract manufacturers, an issue seen as a hurdle to its future expansion, sources say. The push coincides with Apple's growing India presence as it diversifies beyond China. Counterpoint Research says iPhone's share in the Indian market has doubled to 8% since 2022. And while China still accounts for 75% ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16: Delhi's realty player, Unity Group, has announced the grand opening of its newest retail landmark, "Unity One Elegante" at Netaji Subhash Place (NSP), Delhi. Spanning an impressive approx 5,00,000 sft of bridge to luxury shopping experience, the mall is designed to redefine the urban shopping experience by blending sophistication, convenience, and contemporary design. Also Read | OnePlus 15, OnePlus Ace 6 Launch Expected in China on October 17; Check Expected Spec ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16: India's shipbuilding industry is charting an ambitious new course -- from a modest player in global ship construction to a serious contender among the world's top five shipbuilding nations by 2047. Backed by bold government reforms, strategic investments, and strong advocacy from the Shipyards Association of India (SAI), the sector is entering what many call its most transformative phase yet. Also Read | OnePlus 15, OnePlus Ace 6 Launch Expected in China on Octobe ...Read More >
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