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Solex Energy partners Malaysia’s TT Vision to boost solar automation, skills in India
Solex Energy Ltd signed an MoU with Malaysia’s TT Vision Holdings Berhad to boost solar manufacturing automation, engineer training, and talent development in India, valid for 36 months. Shares of Solex Energy Ltd ended lower on Monday, December 15, by 1.66% at ₹1,485.00 on the NSE.
Jury says Johnson & Johnson owes $40 million to 2 cancer patients who used talcum powders
The company plans to appeal the verdict, arguing that decades of scientific research confirm talc’s safety, while previous cases show J&J has largely prevailed in similar lawsuits.
BL Kashyap secures ₹616-crore Chennai project order from Sattva CKC
The scope of work involves structural and civil construction for the commercial project titled 'Sattva Chennai Knowledge City, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Shares of BL Kashyap and Sons Ltd ended at ₹53, up by ₹2.34, or 4.62%, on the BSE today, December 15.
India, Mexico in talks for possible Preferential Trade Agreement to mitigate tariff hit
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said the proposed 50% tariffs by Mexico would impact $2 billion worth of India’s exports
India’s EMS industry to sustain 34-35% growth over next 3-5 years: PL Capital
Praveen Sahay of PL Capital says India’s EMS sector is still largely driven by mobile phone manufacturing, with listed companies accounting for only 18-20% of the industry. This leaves ample room for growth as listed players expand into higher-value segments beyond mobiles and basic consumer electronics.
Rupee slumps 25 paise to close at all-time low of 90.74 against US dollar
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.53 against the US dollar, then lost ground and fell to a record intra-day low of 90.80, registering a 31-paise decline from its previous close.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Tipped to Launch Alongside Redmi Turbo 5 Series, New Wearables
Xiaomi 17 Ultra could launch on December 26, with a new leak suggesting it won’t be launching alone. A tipster has revealed that Xiaomi will unveil the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite-powered flagship alongside two new mid-range Redmi smartphones, likely the Redmi Turbo 5 and Turbo 5 Pro. The company could also announce a new smartwatch, two pairs of earphones and a tablet alongside the Xiaomi 17 Ultra.
HCLTech expands digital transformation partnership with Aurobay Technologies
HCL Technologies expands its digital transformation partnership with Aurobay Technologies, enhancing SAP and Siemens Teamcenter PLM operations in Sweden and China to boost global growth. Shares of HCL Tech ended higher on Monday, December 15, by 0.79% at ₹1,686.40 on the NSE.
KNR Constructions receives ₹72 crore income tax demand for AY 2007-08
The tax demand relates to alleged short-term capital gains on the sale of agricultural land during the financial year 2006-07. Shares of KNR Constructions Ltd ended at ₹148.50, up by ₹2.80, or 1.92%, on the BSE.
The End of 16GB RAM Phones? AI Boom Forces Smartphone Makers to Bring Back 4GB Models
A global RAM shortage is beginning to reshape the smartphone market, with a tipster claiming that 16GB RAM variants could disappear in 2026. To manage rising memory costs, brands may cut specifications or revive 4GB RAM models beyond entry-level phones. Prices are also expected to rise, as manufacturers prioritise margins amid supply constraints driven largely by AI-related demand.
Vivo S50 Pro Mini Launched With Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC, Vivo S50 Tags Along: Price, Specifications
Vivo S50 series, which comprises the vanilla Vivo S50 and Vivo S50 Pro Mini, has been launched in China by the smartphone maker. The handsets succeed the Vivo S30 and Vivo S30 Pro Mini. Both handsets ship with redesigned rear camera modules. While the Pro Mini model gets a horizontal pill-shaped deco, housing triple cameras, the standard model sports a square-shaped rear camera module. The Vivo S50 Pro Mini is powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC, which is built on a 3nm process.
Motorola Edge 70 First Impressions
The Motorola Edge 70 features a premium design. The handset features a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED display with a 120Hz screen refresh rate. The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor. You also get 50-megapixel cameras on both front and rear. The Motorola Edge 70 features a 5,000mAh battery with 68W fast charging support. Here’s everything you need to know about the latest Motorola smartphone.
Mrs Deshpande OTT Release Date: Madhuri Dixit’s Psychological Thriller Premieres on This Date
Mrs Deshpande is a highly anticipated Indian psychological thriller series starring Madhuri Dixit as a serial killer aiding police to catch a copycat, premiering on JioHotstar on December 19, 2025. Directed by Nagesh Kukunoor and adapted from the French series La Mante, the show promises intense drama, emotional depth, and suspenseful storytelling that marks Dixit’s bold return to OTT after several years.
Knives Out Now Streaming on Lionsgate Play: What You Need to Know
Knives Out is a critically acclaimed American mystery film directed by Rian Johnson that reinvents the classic whodunit with sharp humor, a gothic atmosphere, and a stellar ensemble cast, making it a standout modern crime drama. The story is quite a gripping one with further sequels after this. It is based on. Murder mystery that is investigated by the eccentric detective who deals with a dysfunctional family.
Tell Me Softly Out on OTT: Everything You Need to Know About This Spanish Teen Romance Film
Written by Jaime Vaca, Tell Me Softly is a Spanish teen romance drama that has finally landed on the digital screens.
Stock markets end marginally lower on foreign fund outflows
Hindustan Unilever, Trent, HCL Tech, Asian Paints, and Tata Steel were among the gainers
Trade deficit falls 61% in Nov. 2025 to $6.6 billion on surging merchandise exports
India’s exports to the U.S. grew 22.6% to $6.98 billion in November 2025 as compared to November 2024; this was also 10.7% higher than in October 2024
MTNL board approves ₹351 crore sale of GN Block residential property in Mumbai to NABARD
MTNL said its Board of Directors, through a circular resolution dated December 15, 2025, cleared the proposal for the sale of the GN Block, BKC Quarters. The asset comprises 28 residential quarters located at MMRDA Plot No. R-4, BKC, Bandra (East), Mumbai. Shares of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd ended at ₹36.05, down by ₹0.81, or 2.20%, on the BSE.
Japan's MUFG is said to near deal for stake in Shriram Finance
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. is close to buying a 20% stake in Shriram Finance Ltd. for over 500 billion yen, as Japanese banks expand in India.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Gets New 'Thank You' Update After Winning at The Game Awards
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has received a new major update right after winning Game of the Year and eight other honours at The Game Awards 2025. The "Thank You" update adds new content, tougher boss fights, a photo mode, and other quality-of-life improvements.
Apple Fitness+ Now Available in India With Custom Workout Programmes: Price and Other Details
Apple Fitness+ was launched in India on Monday. The health and wellness subscription service from the Cupertino-based tech giant is said to help users with their workouts. Subscribers can get access to trainer-guided workout videos, track their workout real-time metrics, and earn rewards for goal accomplishments — all through the Apple Fitness app.
Stocks recover from lows, end flat; banks cap losses as rupee hits record low
The benchmark Sensex slipped 54 points to close at 85,213, while the Nifty 50 ended 20 points lower at 26,027, snapping a two-session gaining streak. Market breadth was marginally positive, with the NSE advance-decline ratio at 1:1, even as broader indices underperformed.
What the Insurance Amendment Bill changes and what it leaves out; former IRDAI members explain
Former IRDAI members Nilesh Sathe and Thomas Devasia explain the Insurance Amendment Bill, 100% FDI move, and why composite licences and open architecture were left out.
Wheels India inks pact with Japan's Topy Industries for aluminium alloy wheels
Topy will provide technical knowhow and engineering support to enhance Wheels India's design and manufacturing capabilities for cast aluminium wheel business under the agreement, the company said in a statement