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Lakshmi Manchu’s Daksha: The Deadly Conspiracy Available for Streaming on Amazon Prime Video
Daksha: The Deadly Conspiracy tells the story of Daksha, an investigative officer who unravels a dark network of political crimes that intertwine with supernatural forces. Released in September 2024, the film received praise for Lakshmi Manchu’s commanding performance and its sharp social commentary on power and corruption.
Goods exports in Nov jump 19%, trade deficit narrows to $24bn
Posthouse Now Available to Stream on Netflix: Know Everything About This Psychological Thriller Film
Written and directed by Nikolas Red, Posthouse is a psychological horror film that revolves around a failed editor seeking to complete his deceased father’s incomplete silent horror film. The sequences are chilling and nerve-wrenching
Furlenco raises ₹125 crore from Sheela Foam, bets big on offline and omnichannel push
Furlenco plans to use the fresh capital to deepen its physical retail presence, expand into new categories and strengthen its rental-led business model, as the company builds scale and focuses on customer experience ahead of a potential public listing.
Lawmakers set to debate 100% FDI in insurance proposal
Retail credit growth declines YoY despite festive demand in Sept. quarter: TransUnion CIBIL report
Delinquencies emerging in micro-loans against property (LAP) and small-ticket housing loans, which calls for proactive monitoring
Arvind SmartSpaces acquires new Whitefield high-rise residential project with ₹550-crore potential
The project is located in the Nallurahalli area of Whitefield, Bengaluru, and follows Arvind SmartSpaces' earlier acquisition of a high-rise project on ITPL Road in FY25. Shares of Arvind Smartspaces Ltd ended at ₹585, down by ₹10.60, or 1.78%, on the BSE today, December 15.
Can Fin Homes declares ₹7 interim dividend, reappoints MD & CEO
Can Fin Homes Ltd board approved ₹7 interim dividend per share and re-appointed Suresh Srinivasan Iyer as MD CEO, pending RBI approval. The company has fixed December 19, 2025, as the record date. Shares of Can Fin Homes ended marginally lower on Monday, December 15, by 0.04% at ₹915 on the NSE.
Jio Matching Number: What Is It and How to Get It?
A Jio matching number allows users to choose a mobile number that follows a familiar digit pattern, such as matching the last few digits of an existing number. Available through Jio’s online platforms and retail stores, the option is designed for convenience rather than exclusivity, with pricing depending on availability and demand.
Zydus Life's US arm gets FDA nod for paediatric drug CUTX-101 NDA resubmission
If approved, CUTX-101 will be the first and only FDA-approved treatment available for Menkes disease, a rare X-linked recessive pediatric genetic disease that impacts an estimated 1 in 34,810 to as high as 1 in 8,664 live male births. Shares of Zydus Lifesciences Ltd ended at ₹923, down by ₹6.15, or 0.66%, on the BSE today, December 15.
Redmi Note 15 5G Chipset Confirmed Ahead of January 6 Launch in India: Expected Features, Specifications
Redmi Note 15 5G is scheduled to launch in India on January 6, 2026. The smartphone will debut in the country nearly a month after its unveiling in select global markets. The handset is confirmed to go on sale in India via Amazon, the smartphone maker had recently announced. While there are still a few weeks left for its India launch, the dedicated microsite for the Redmi Note 15 5G has been updated to reveal that it will be powered by a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 SoC, which is the same its global counterpart.
ION Exchange wins ₹205-crore water treatment contracts from Rayzon Energy, INOX Solar
ION Exchange secured ₹205-crore contracts from Rayzon Energy and INOX Solar for ultra-pure water and wastewater systems in Gujarat and Odisha solar projects. Shares of ION Exchange (India) Ltd ended higher on Monday, December 15, by 8.79% at ₹382 on the NSE .
Newgen Software lands contracts worth ₹56 crore in India and abroad
The ₹38.64-crore Saudi contract involves a perpetual licence, implementation, and one year of support services. Shares of Newgen Software Technologies Ltd ended at ₹862.55, up by ₹5.45, or 0.64%, on the BSE today, December 15
Five Years In, Vivo and ZEISS Navigate the Fine Line Between Photography and Art
Here's a ZEISS perspective on why AI photography is both love and a challenge. ZEISS’s Oliver Schindelbeck talks to Gadgets 360 on Vivo and ZEISS collaboration. He explains why reliability trumps features in flagship optics. The Vivo X300 and X300 Pro were launched in India earlier this month, and both phones sport ZEISS-tuned cameras.
Best Earbuds Under Rs. 2,000 in India: OnePlus Nord Buds 3, Redmi Buds 5A, Noise Buds F1, More
Are you looking for budget earbuds priced under Rs. 2,000? Here we have curated the five best options currently available in India. If you're in the market for affordable TWS earphones on a budget, the list of options you can consider includes Realme Buds T200, OnePlus Nord Buds 3, Redmi Buds 5A, Noise Buds F1 and Honor Choice Earbuds X5.
India to launch Export Promotion Mission with ₹25,060 crore boost for MSMEs and labour-intensive sectors
Priority assistance will target sectors affected by global tariffs, including textiles, leather, gems and jewellery, engineering goods, and marine products, while leveraging a digital platform for seamless implementation.
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus Launched in India With 12.1-Inch Display, 10,200mAh Battery: Price, Specifications
Lenovo has launched the Idea Tab Plus in India as a more premium option alongside the Idea Tab. It comes in 8GB and 12GB RAM variants, both with 256GB storage and a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chip. The tablet features a 12.1-inch 2.5K display, a 10,200mAh battery with 45W charging and ships with the Tab Pen. Prices start at Rs. 27,999, with sales beginning on December 22.
India-U.S. ‘very close’ to finalising initial framework deal on reciprocal tariffs: Commerce Secretary
Rajesh Agrawal said both sides are at the final stage where all that is left are the topics where the two sides have differences, which are gradually being resolved
Thermal power requirement projected to grow to 307 GW by 2035, Union Minister Piyush Goyal
Mr. Goyal also stated that 13.3 GW worth contracts have been awarded in the ongoing fiscal so far
NCAER appoints Suresh Goyal as 11th director general
Goyal will succeed Poonam Gupta, who led the organisation from July 2021 to April 2025.
How to Delete Your Truecaller Account and Unlist Number Using Different Methods Online: A Step-By-Step Guide
Truecaller is a caller identification service that allows users to check the details of unknown callers before they pick up the call. While this helps people identify spam and scam calls, it also requires them to have their phone number registered with the platform so that others can view their details, too. Not everyone is comfortable with the idea of having their data publicly available. For this purpose, Truecaller allows users to deactivate their account and unlist their phone numbers from the company database.
Google’s Gemini closes in on ChatGPT as Alphabet’s AI scale strategy kicks in
Google’s Gemini is rapidly scaling its user base and enterprise adoption by leveraging Alphabet’s ecosystem and massive AI infrastructure spend, signalling a shift in the AI race from pure model performance to distribution, cost efficiency and long-term scale.