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Warner Bros plans to reject Paramount bid for Netflix's smaller offer
Warner Bros. still views the company’s existing agreement with Netflix as offering greater value, certainty and terms than what Paramount has proposed.
Baldur's Gate 3 Developer Larian Studios Says It Uses Generative AI, CEO Responds to Backlash
Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity developer Larian Studios is facing backlash after CEO Sven Vincke said in an interview that the company was using generative AI for game development. Vincke, however, said the studio's next game, Divinity, won't have any AI generated content.
TTD rolls out UPI payments across 60 temples to make donations easier
TTD will install kiosk machines and QR codes for UPI donations at 60 temples, aiming for transparency and ease.
MoEngage raises additional $180M in Series F round, taking total capital to $280M
Founded in 2014, MoEngage provides customer engagement software across web, mobile, email and messaging channels.
Global trade getting weaponised through tariffs: Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that it is "very clear" that trade is not free and fair globally now
Honor Win, Honor Win RT Launch Date, Colourways, RAM and Storage Configurations Revealed
Honor Win series is all set to launch in China next week. They are currently available for pre-reservations in China. The listing shows Black, Blue and White colour options for the Honor Win and Win RT. The Honor Win is confirmed to be available in 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB and 16GB+1TB RAM and storage options. The standard model is said to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and the Win RT may run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset.
Rupee whipsaws after RBI steps in. What's in store for Dalal Street investors?
The Indian rupee saw a sharp intraday reversal after the RBI intervened aggressively to curb its fall, highlighting fragile market sentiment. Heavy dollar selling by the central bank pushed the rupee from near 91 to an intraday high of 89.75 per dollar before it settled around 90.28.
OpenAI Releases Upgraded ChatGPT Images, Takes on Google’s Nano Banana Pro
OpenAI has rolled out a revamped ChatGPT Images experience, powered by a new GPT Image 1.5 model. The upgrade brings faster image generation, better instruction-following and more precise edits, with OpenAI claiming speeds up to four times faster. A new dedicated Images space also makes it easier to create and refine visuals, and the feature is available to free users as well.
Realme 16 Pro+ 5G Key Specifications Including 7,000mAh Battery, 6.8-Inch Display Revealed via Certification Website
Realme 16 Pro series, including the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G and the Realme 16 Pro 5G, will be launched in India soon, the company recently announced. The lineup is confirmed to go on sale in the country via Flipkart and the company website. Ahead of its debut in India, the Chinese version of the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G has been listed on a certification website, revealing its key specifications and features. The phone is listed with a 200-megapixel primary rear camera, paired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide and a 50-megapixel telephoto camera.
Motorola Edge 70 review: The art of subtraction, done just right
With the Motorola Edge 70 adding to an ultra-thin design with credible cameras and all-day battery life, it may be quietly rewriting the slim phone rulebook for 2026 and beyond
Attero to invest Rs 150 Cr to scale e-waste, copper recycling, and R&D infrastructure
Attero's three new e-waste plants will have a capacity of 25,000 tonnes per annum, while its copper recycling unit will add another 25,000 tonnes, bringing the total capacity to 100,000 tonnes per annum.
Park Medi World shares surge over 6% after listing at discount. Should you buy now?
After a muted listing below its issue price, Park Medi World shares rebounded strongly, crossing the IPO price as investor interest returned, with experts advising a medium-to-long-term holding approach.
Housing emerges as a strong performer as Indian real estate posts 15% returns
India’s residential real estate delivered a robust 15% total return over the past year, driven by infrastructure-led development and improved connectivity in major cities. Despite rising unsold inventory, end-user demand and peripheral market growth support stable, long-term gains, positioning housing as a strong-performing, inflation-beating asset class.
Insurance reforms set India on path to universal coverage by 2047: R Doraiswamy
India's Insurance Act Amendment Bill, 'Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha,' aims for a structural overhaul of the insurance sector, including amendments to the LIC Act. The bill's omission of open architecture for individual agents is seen as a relief for LIC, which relies heavily on its agent network.
Bhavish Aggarwal net worth drops! How much money does Ola Electric CEO have after selling 2.62 crore shares?
Bhavish Aggarwal, the CEO of Ola Electric Mobility, owned 30.02% or more than 1,32,39,60,029 equity shares in the two-wheeler automaker as of September 2025, according to BSE data.
OnePlus Community Sale: OnePlus 15, Nord CE 5, and Wireless Audio Devices Available at Discounted Prices
OnePlus 15 was launched gloablly, including in India, on November 13 as the company’s latest flagship offering. Now, the handset is available at a discounted price in the country, as the tech firm has announced its OnePlus Community Sale, which ends on November 18. Apart from the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 13s, OnePlus Nord 5, and Nord CE 5 can also be purchased at relatively low prices. The company is offering an instant discount of up to Rs. 4,000 on credit cards of select banks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Reportedly Listed on US FCC and IMEI Databases, Hinting at Imminent Global Debut
Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been in rumours for the last few months. Ahead of the formal launch, the handset has allegedly been spotted on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website and IMEI database, pretty much confirming its arrival. The listings reveal the connectivity options of the phone. It is speculated to go official on December 26.
Amazon in talks to invest $10 billion in OpenAI, reports
The Microsoft deal refashioned OpenAI as a public benefit corporation that is controlled by a non-profit with a stake in OpenAI's financial success, removing major constraints on the firm's ability to raise capital and secure computing resources.
INR USD | Rupee roars back on RBI support to rise the most in seven months
Before today’s jump, the rupee was down almost 2% this month as foreign outflows due to delays in finalising an India-US trade deal dented sentiment.
Trump's travel ban, Rupee's recovery, Dow Jones falls, Gold-Silver juggernaut, Ola's decline and more
In today's newsletter, we take a close look at Trump's most recent expansion of the travel ban, the fall in the Dow Jones, the Rupee's dramatic recovery, eyes on Gold and Silver in 2026 and all about the million-dollar IPL auction. Here's all that you need to know, with CNBC-TV18
Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, pulls out of Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount, which is significantly smaller than Netflix, said its decision to circumvent Warner's top managers came after they “never engaged meaningfully” with several earlier offers by the company.
OpenAI taps former UK finance minister Osborne to lead global Stargate expansion
OpenAI said Osborne is expected to participate in its event at the World Economic Forum in Davos next month
Moto G Power (2026) Launched With MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, 5200mAh Battery: Price, Specifications
Moto G Power (2026) was launched in select markets on Tuesday. The successor to the Moto G Power (2025) comes with several iterative improvements and a higher price point, but no major upgrades. It continues to be equipped with the same MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor that powered the previous generation, and brings similar battery specifications as well. This year’s version, however, is available in two new colour options, an improvement to the front camera, and improved display protection.