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India-EU pact set to expand market access, digital trade and worker mobility

India's free trade agreement with the EU is poised to boost market access for services and digital trade, enhancing skilled worker mobility. Experts anticipate increased European investment in India's IT sector, fostering joint ventures and R&D in emerging technologies. The pact aims to facilitate seamless cross-border data flows, reducing regulatory friction for businesses.

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OpenAI Says ChatGPT's Writing Worsened Due to Overtraining Math, Coding

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted that writing performance on ChatGPT has recently witnessed regression, and attributed it to selective training of the latest artificial intelligence (AI) model. The company hosted its inaugural town hall on Tuesday, inviting AI builders from across the ecosystem to ask questions and share feedback on its various products and services.

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Sony Said to Be Planning State of Play Broadcast for February

Sony is said to be planning to host a State of Play broadcast in February. According to an industry insider, the livestream will likely take place in the first half of the month, during the week of February 12. The last State of Play event took place in November 2025.

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Best Smartwatches Under Rs 6,000 in India: Redmi Watch 5 Lite, Amazfit Bip 5 Unity, NoiseFit Origin and More

Here are some of the best smartwatches under Rs. 6,000 in India, covering a wide range of features and use cases. It includes the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity, CMF Watch Pro 2, NoiseFit Origin, Boat Valour Watch 1 GPS, and Redmi Watch 5 Lite. These models offer AMOLED displays, health and fitness tracking, Bluetooth calling, GPS support on select watches, and long battery life. Together, they present strong value options for everyday use, fitness tracking, and smart features without stretching the budget.

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Best Smartphones in India Under Rs. 50,000: Realme 16 Pro+ 5G,  Oppo Reno 15 and More

The sub-Rs. 50,000 smartphone segment in India has plenty of value-driven offerings. They offer good cameras, capable processors, a premium gaming experience, longer battery life, and reliable software support. Here are some of the top smartphones in India that offer decent features under Rs. 50,000. The list includes Realme 16 Pro+ 5G, Samsung Galaxy A36, Oppo Reno 15 5G, OnePlus 15R, and Google Pixel 9a.

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EPFO Member Passbook: How to Download EPFO Member Passbook Online Using Different Methods

You can easily keep track of your Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) account balance and transaction history through your EPFO passbook. While you can always visit a nearby EPFO seva kendra, it is not always the most feasible option. In such scenarios, downloading your EPFO passbook online is convinient way to get the information. You can download your EPFO passbook as a PDF using different methods online. You can visit the EPFO member portal, download the UMANG app, or use the government's SMS and missed call services.

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Samsung Will Reportedly Produce 1 Million Galaxy Wide Fold Units to Compete With Apple's Foldable iPhone

Samsung is reportedly planning a major push into wider-screen foldables with the upcoming Galaxy Wide Fold. According to a new report, the South Korean tech giant is targeting an initial production run of around 1 million units, its largest for a special foldable model so far. The device is expected to launch alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 in Q3. Leaks suggest a 7.6-inch 4:3 foldable display, a 5.4-inch cover screen, and a book-style design aimed at competing with Apple’s first foldable iPhone.