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Hypocrisy-laden message to nation: Congress slams PM Modi's remarks ahead of Budget session
Jairam Ramesh said PM Modi would not sit in Parliament and respond to the concerns of the Opposition leaders, but will instead make election rally speeches in both Houses
Union Budget 2026: From ‘Bahi Khata’ to ‘Blue Sheet’: Five interesting things to know
The Budget 2026-27 will be presented on February 1, 2026 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The financial document has had a long and interesting history.
Redmi Note 15 Pro+ With 200-Megapixel Camera Launched in India Alongside Redmi Note 15 Pro: Price, Specifications
The Redmi Note 15 Pro Series 5G was launched in India on Thursday. The latest lineup from the Xiaomi sub-brand comprises two models — Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G, which join the existing Redmi Note 15. Both handsets are equipped with 200-megapixel cameras as part of a dual rear camera setup. The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, while the Pro model gets a MediaTek SoC.
Balu Forge Industries inducted into NATO supply chain for artillery parts
Balu Forge Industries has joined the NATO supply chain to make artillery shell bodies and forged defence components, marking an India-based firm’s entry into certified sourcing for NATO member states.
Rupee hits all-time low of 92 against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said the rupee fell after the dollar index rose from its 4-1/2-year lows, following the FED's announcement that it kept rates unchanged at the conclusion of its first policy decision of 2026
Ayush Ministry ties up with Zepto to sell Ayush medicines, wellness products online
The Ayush Ministry has signed an MoU with Zepto to enable nationwide online access to Ayush medicines and wellness products, aiming to boost digital discovery while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Spotted in Leaked Case Renders; Samsung Tipped to Launch 25W Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Charger
Samsung Galaxy S26 series, which could include the standard Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, is expected to launch globally on February 25, while going on sale in March. The renders of the three smartphones have surfaced online again, giving a peek into the design of the Galaxy S26 series. Separately, the purported images of a 25W Qi2 Magnetic Charger from Samsung have been leaked, suggesting that the Galaxy S26 series could support 25W wireless charging. The phones are expected to be powered by an octa core 2nm Exynos 2600 SoC in select markets, while featuring the octa core 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip in others.
Samsung Galaxy A07 5G India Launch Timeline Revealed; Key Features Including 50-Megapixel Camera Confirmed
Samsung Galaxy A07 5G will launch in India in February. The new phone has a 6.7-inch HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It features a dual rear camera unit headlined by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. This model carries a 6,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support.
Samsung Galaxy A37 Spotted With Flat Display and New Frame Design in Leaked Renders
The Samsung Galaxy A37 design has leaked for the first time through official-looking renders shared by Android Headlines. The images show a flat display with a centred hole-punch camera, slim bezels, and a flat frame with a slightly reworked right-side button area. The phone features a flat back with a triple rear camera setup in a single camera island. It is expected to offer a 50-megapixel main camera, Android 16, and 45W charging, with a possible early February launch.
TVS Supply Chain acquires Swami & Sons for ₹88 crore
Swamy & Sons with marquee customer in the FMCG & FMCD sectors has a strong presence in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
Parliament Budget Session 2026 updates: Govt succeeding in building a system free from corruption, says President Murmu
The Economic Survey of India is scheduled to be presented on January 29, followed by the Union Budget 2026-27, to be presented on February 1, 2026
The new logic of the Chinese economy
It provides new opportunities for China-India cooperation
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Models Tipped to Offer Support for Telephoto Extender Kit, Variable Aperture Lens
Apple is said to be testing the use of teleconverter lenses for the iPhone 18 series. It could debut on the iPhone 18 Pro models. Further, the company is said to be working prototype of a variable aperture lens for the iPhone 18 variants. All these are expected to significantly boost the imaging capabilities of the iPhone 18 series. Oppo and Vivo are already providing teleconverter lenses for their flagship phones.
Silver prices breach ₹4 lakh per kg mark in futures trade amid strong global cues
Gold futures also witnessed robust buing by investors. The yellow metal for February delivery soared ₹14,586, or 8.8%, to touch a new peak of ₹1,80,501 per 10 grams
Stock markets decline in early trade after 2-day rally
Asian Paints, Titan, Tata Consultancy Services, Hindustan Unilever and Mahindra and Mahindra were also among the laggards
Vivo Y31d Launched With Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 Chipset and 7,200mAh Battery
Vivo Y31d was silently launched in select global markets, including Cambodia and Vietnam, on Wednesday. The latest handset from the China-based brand is powered by a Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 chipset, which means it only supports up to 4G networks. It is equipped with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup, runs on Android 16-based OriginOS 6, and comes with up to an IP69+ rating for durability. The Vivo Y31d packs a 7,200mAh battery.
Meta shares jump on strong earnings report
The parent of Facebook and Instagram said it made a profit of $22.8 billion on revenue of nearly $60 billion in the recently ended quarter
Adobe Express Premium Is Now Free for One Year for All Airtel Users
Adobe and Bharti Airtel announced a partnership on Thursday. As part of the announcement, the software giant will offer a one-year free subscription of Adobe Express platform to all users of the telecom service provider. This includes Airtel’s prepaid and postpaid subscribers, Xstream users, and those with its DTH connection. In turn, the partnership brings roughly Rs. 4,000 worth of free subscriptions to more than 360 million Indians for the next 12 months.
Microsoft shares slide as AI spending surges
Microsoft said that capital expenditures, which largely consist of the massive build-out for AI and cloud infrastructure, grew by 66 percent to $37.5 billion
Economic Survey 2026: date, time, where to watch live and download PDF
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Economic Survey in Parliament on January 29, 2026, at 11 AM during the Budget Session.
Amazon to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide
Amazon said Wednesday it will cut 16,000 jobs worldwide as the company tries to streamline amid its major push into AI
Going to aggressively pursue exploration in deepwater areas, says ONGC Exploration Director O.P. Sinha
Mr. Sinha pointed out to policy support from the government and greater opportunities among the reasons for enhanced tilt to deepwater exploration
New Aadhaar App: How to Change Your Mobile Number and Address Online
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched the full-fledged version of the new Aadhaar app. While the new Aadhaar app may seem similar to the existing mAadhaar, there are a few key differences, such as the ability to update mobile number and address. So, if updating your mobile number or your address on your Aadhaar has been on the cards for some time, then you can do so with the new Aadhaar app.
ONGC, Reliance Industries ink MoU for sharing deepwater resources on India’s east coast
Speaking to the press at the sidelines of the India Energy Week on January 28, Director (Exploration) at ONGC O.P. Sinha, said the deal would not be limited to the KG Basin and could be extended to other avenues as well.