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Saturday, November 30, 2024

Did Arvind Kejriwal Ignore Rahul Gandhi During Hemant Soren's Oath Ceremony?

Claim: The video shows Arvind Kejriwal ignoring and not shaking hands with Rahul Gandhi during Hemant Soren's swearing-in ceremony on November 28. Fact: The claim is false. The viral video is clipped. The extended version shows Kejriwal shaking hands with Rahul. Hyderabad: Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader Hemant Soren was sworn in as Jharkhand chief minister on November 28, following the INDIA bloc's resounding victory in the State Assembly elections....
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OnePlus 13R Specifications Revealed via Geekbench Listing, Could Launch Soon

OnePlus 13R has been listed on Geekbench, and the purported successor to the OnePlus 12R could soon be launched. The handset is expected to debut in global markets in the coming months, alongside the flagship OnePlus 13 model. Here's what we know about the upcoming OnePlus 13R and is specifications...
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Friday, November 29, 2024

Viral: Pak Groom Flaunts 35-Foot Wedding Garland As Gift From Brother

A Pakistani groom received a unique 35-foot garland created with currency notes of different denominations from his brother in the country's Bhakkar area. To prepare the wedding accessory, the groom's brother used around 2,000 notes amounting to around PKR 1 lakh (roughly Rs 30,000), The Daily Guardian reported. It was crafted with 200 notes of PKR 75 and 1,700 of PKR 50 in the Kotla Jam area of Pakistan's Punjab region. The wedding gift became a subject of discussion after a video went viral on social media. The clip opens with a group of people...
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Thursday, November 28, 2024

New Gen Honda Amaze Revealed Ahead Of Launch In Leaked Pics

Honda Cars India seems to be parading around the third-generation Amaze ahead of its launch. This is giving the enthusiasts an opportunity to take a look at the details of the upcoming compact sedan even before its official launch. To share this opportunity with others, they have been sharing pictures of the upcoming car on the internet. Credits to one such enthusiast Car Holic 14, we have got fresh pictures of the new-gen Amaze with camouflage revealing exterior as well as interior details. Based on the most recent pictures, the 2025 Honda Amaze...
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Samsung's Android 15-Based One UI 7 Beta Update Said to Roll Out Next Month in Select Countries

Samsung unveiled One UI 7 — its new Android 15-based operating system (OS) — at the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) 2024 last month. Its rollout was speculated to commence this month in beta for the Galaxy S24 series but that is yet to happen. Now, a tipster suggests that the South Korean technology conglomerate will release the One UI 7 beta next month in the .....
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Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Honda Unveils Activa e and QC1 Electric Scooters In India

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has introduced its first electric scooters in the Indian market: the Activa e: and QC1. The Activa: e uses a swappable battery setup, while the QC1 has a fixed battery setup and relies on a charging cable to gain power. These are the Japanese automaker's 12th and 13th electric vehicles in the global market and contribute to the manufacturer's goal of launching 30 EVs globally. Earlier, the brand announced plans...
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Realme C75 With IP69 Rating, 6,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Realme C75 has been launched in Vietnam with a MediaTek Helio G92 Max chipset paired with 8GB of RAM and an IP69-rated build for dust and water resistance. The smartphone is equipped with a 6,000mAh battery with support for 45W wired fast charging. It has a 50-megapixel main rear camera and an 8-megapixel selfie shooter...
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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

US Universities Alert International Students On Trump Immigration Crackdown

Universities in the United States reportedly urged international students and staff to return to campus before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. Several higher education institutes in the US reported that international students and staff members are feeling uncertain about their future amid concerns over his plans for mass deportation of immigrants, according to a report by BBC.  US President-elect Trump, during the election campaign, pledged to enact the largest deportation operation in history and even enlist the help...
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Realme's Sky Li Talks About GT 7 Pro, Rising Smartphone Premiumisation Trend, AI, and 2025

Realme's Founder and CEO Sky Li talks to Gadgets 360 about GT 7 Pro launch. He shared insights on how the Indian smartphone market is seeing a rising smartphone premiumisation trend and how Realme caters to the needs of consumers. Li touched upon AI features that are part of the GT 7 Pro and the all-new underwater photography mode...
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Oppo Pad 3 With MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC, 9,520mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Oppo Pad 3 was launched in China on Monday. The tablet comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC and a 9,520mAh battery with support for 67W wired fast charging. It has an 11.61-inch 2.8K IPS LCD and ships with Android 15-based ColorOS 15...
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Monday, November 25, 2024

IPL 2025 Auction Day 2: Rules, Accelerated Phase, Purse Balance And More

As nearly 500 players await their fate on Day 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction, some more twists and surprises are expected to be witnessed. The auction saw some big names like Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh, etc. earn their deserved value while Venkatsh Iyer produced a big surprise as he was bought for Rs. 23.75 crore by Kolkata Knight Riders. Though not in the same category, some other players are also likely to turn heads when their names come on the auction table. Which sets will begin action on Day 2...
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Samsung's Next Generation Galaxy Z Foldables Tipped to Come With Exynos 2500 Chip

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 are expected to land in the second half of next year. The 2025 foldable lineup may likely be the first foldables to utilise the company's in-house Exynos SoC. To be more exact, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 are said to run on Exynos 2500. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 trio is rumoured to launch with a Snapdragon 8 E.....
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Sunday, November 24, 2024

Pam Bondi, Donald Trump Pick For Top Lawyer, Got Sued For "Stealing" A Dog

US President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general nominee, Pam Bondi, was once at the centre of a legal dispute over a dog named Tank, whose story continues to draw attention. The saga began in 2005 when Tank, a St. Bernard, was separated from his Louisiana owners, Steve and Dorreen Couture, during Hurricane Katrina. Tank was later taken to the Pinellas Humane Society in Florida, where Ms Bondi, a prominent animal rights advocate, adopted him and renamed him Noah. Ms Bondi, who served as Florida's attorney general, was known for her active support...
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Review: A Pocketable Champion

The Pixel 9 Pro ticks most checkboxes for a compact flagship smartphone. It packs a solid build and an excellent display. The performance is decent for everyday tasks until you are more inclined towards gaming. On the camera front, the 9 Pro outshines some expensive rivals. There are tons of AI features, and it also comes with Google's 7 years of software support. All.....
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Saturday, November 23, 2024

"100% Not True": Jeff Bezos' Response To Elon Musk's Big US Election Claim

Jeff Bezos has reacted to Elon Musk's claim that the Amazon founder had advised people to sell their Tesla and SpaceX stocks because he expected Donald Trump to lose the US election. Musk, who is the CEO of both Tesla and SpaceX, posted on Thursday that he "just learned that at Mar-a-Lago Jeff Bezos was telling everyone Donald Trump would lose for sure, so they should sell their Tesla and SpaceX stock". Hours later, Mr Bezos responded to the tweet, refuting the claim.  "Nope. 100% not true," the billionaire, who also owns The Washington Post...
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Nubia V70 Design With 6.7-Inch LCD Screen, 50-Megapixel Rear Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

Nubia V70 Design has been launched in the Philippines and the ZTE subsidiary's latest phone is equipped with a 6.7-inch LCD screen. It is equipped with 4GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and it packs a 5,000mAh battery. The Nubia V70 Design runs on Android 14, with the company's MyOS 14 skin on top...
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Friday, November 22, 2024

Canada Rolls Back Extra Screening For Fliers To India

Canada rolled back its standard operating procedures for extra screening of travellers flying to India, days after the move was implemented "out of abundance of caution". The revised measures, that come amid souring ties between India and Canada, mandating that travellers to India will not be subject to extra screening. Canada's Transport Minister Anita Anand on Monday, had earlier said that the "temporary additional security screening measures" may cause passengers some delays. The back-and-forth comes at a time a diplomatic crisis plagues India-Canada...
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Vivo X Fold 4 Said to Get Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, IPX8 Rating; Could See Delayed Launch

Vivo X Fold 4 is anticipated to launch next year, but the foldable device has already been the subject of numerous rumours for quite some time. Most recently, a prominent tipster has offered early hints about the specifications of the X Fold 4. It is tipped to come with a new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and feature an IPX8 rating for dust and water resistance. The fold.....
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Thursday, November 21, 2024

HMD Fusion Teased to Launch in India Soon; to Be Available on Amazon

HMD Fusion was introduced at IFA 2024 in September this year. The smartphone has now been teased to launch in India. However, the company has yet to announce the exact launch date. The Indian variant of the handset is expected to have features similar to those of the global version. Globally, the phone comes with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC with up to 8GB RAM...
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Wednesday, November 20, 2024

When Trump Shaved US Education Chief's Husband's Head In WWE Ring

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon, 76, a former professional wrestling executive, to lead the Education Department. The decision brings attention back to Trump's long-standing ties with Linda and her husband, Vince McMahon. In the late 1980s, Trump sponsored WWE WrestleMania IV and WrestleMania V, held at Trump Plaza in Atlantic City, NJ. One of his most memorable moments came during WrestleMania 23 in 2007. During their ‘Battle of Billionaires,' Trump shaved Vince McMahon's head after a staged feud. This spectacle was...
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Oppo Reno 13 With Dimensity 8300 Chipset Spotted on Geekbench Ahead of Launch

Oppo Reno 13 series is scheduled to launch in China on November 25. In recent weeks, the company has revealed the RAM, storage and colourways of the upcoming smartphones. Ahead of its anticipated debut, Oppo Reno 13, the base variant in the lineup, has been now spotted on a benchmarking platform along with several of its specifications...
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Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Gavaskar Says Rishabh Pant Left DC Due To Money, He Gives Fiery Response

Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant, arguably the most sought-after name in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction, has confirmed that he didn't leave Delhi Capitals because of a disagreement with the franchise over his retention fee. Pant's reaction came after India batting great Sunil Gavaskar suggested that the wicket-keeper batter likely left the franchise due to a disagreement over his retention fee. But, Pant confirmed that it wasn't the case. In a video shared by Star Sports ahead of the IPL 2025 auction, Gavaskar stressed...
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Vivo S20 Series Pre-Reservations Begin as Vivo S20 With Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Surfaces on Geekbench

Vivo has opened pre-orders for the new S series via its official online store in China. The online listing confirms the rear design of the Vivo S20 family. The lineup is expected to include the base Vivo S20 and Vivo S20 Pro models, as a successor to the Vivo S19 and Vivo S19 Pro, respectively. Meanwhile, the vanilla Vivo S20 has been spotted on Geekbench benchmarking.....
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Asus ROG Phone 9 Achieves Highest AnTuTu Benchmark Score to Date Ahead of Global Launch

Asus ROG Phone 9 series is set for its global launch today (Tuesday), nearly a month after being officially announced. Ahead of its imminent debut, the AnTuTu benchmark scores of the ROG Phone 9 have been revealed and it is claimed to have achieved the highest numbers of any smartphone to date. It also details information about the ROG Phone 9’s various specificatio.....
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Monday, November 18, 2024

Explained: Why Saudi Arabia Executed Over 100 Foreigners This Year

Saudi Arabia executed 101 foreigners in 2024, the largest number of people put to death in a single year in the kingdom's history. The figure represents nearly three times the number of foreigners executed in 2023 and 2022 (34 each year). Human rights organisations have accused the kingdom of an unprecedented escalation in its use of the death penalty. Drug-related offences drove many of these deaths. Of the 92 executions linked to drug crimes this year, 69 involved foreign nationals. "Foreigners are the most vulnerable group," Taha al-Hajji,...
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Redmi K80 Pro Spotted on Geekbench With Snapdragon 8 Elite Chipset; Full Specifications Leak

Redmi K80 series is rumoured to launch in China soon. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a new listing on a benchmarking platform suggests that the purported Pro model could be powered by Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon processor...
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Sunday, November 17, 2024

No Communication From Gambhir? India Star Breaks Silence On Australia Snub

With the highly anticipated five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia set to commence on November 22 at Perth, Indian cricketer Shardul Thakur has expressed confidence in Virat Kohli's ability to deliver in the series despite recent struggles. Both Kohli and Rohit Sharma have faced scrutiny for their inconsistent form during the New Zealand tour, managing a combined 184 runs across six innings. As fans and experts debate their place in the Test side, Thakur believes Kohli's stellar record and experience in Australia will prove invaluable. Thakur...
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Saturday, November 16, 2024

In Karnataka Horror, Woman Accused Of Sex Work, Beaten By Neighbours

A woman and a young girl were allegedly assaulted by their neighbours in Karnataka's Belagavi and her clothes were torn on suspicion that they were into prostitution. The incident was reported from Vaddarawadi. According to the police complaint, the girl had been living in the locality for four years. A family living nearby has alleged that the girl's family indulged in prostitution. The accused had barged inside her residence, dragged her and a young girl outside, and assaulted them. The attackers claimed that strangers frequented their house,...
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Woman Abuses Bengaluru Auto Driver Over Ride Cancellation, Cops React

A video of a heated argument between a female passenger and an auto driver in Bengaluru has sparked a debate online. The clip, going viral on X, shows the auto driver confronting the woman after she allegedly booked two autos simultaneously on different apps and cancelled one at the last minute. The woman, however, denies the allegation, leading to a dramatic exchange between the two. She seems agitated and resorts to using abusive language. At one point, she even tries to throw a punch at the auto driver, asking him to leave.  The whole incident...
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Friday, November 15, 2024

In Haryana, 1,500 Kg Buffalo Eats 20 Eggs A Day. It Is Worth Rs 23 Crore

A buffalo in Haryana, valued at Rs 23 crore, is making waves at agricultural fairs across India. The buffalo, named Anmol, weighs 1,500 kg and has been the centre of attention at events such as the Pushkar Mela and the All-India Farmers' Fair in Meerut, according to a Times Of India report. Known for its size, pedigree, and breeding potential, Anmol has become a social media sensation as well. Anmol's luxurious lifestyle comes at a high cost. Its owner, Gill, spends around Rs 1,500 daily on the buffalo's diet, which includes a mix of dry fruits...
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HMD Pulse 2 Pro Render, Specifications Leak Ahead of Launch; May Sport Unisoc T612 SoC, 5,000mAh Battery

HMD's Pulse 2 Pro could be inching towards the launch as its key specifications and render have surfaced online. The alleged official render shows the handset in green with a square-shaped camera island at the rear. The upcoming handset is tipped to feature Unisoc T612 SoC under the hood and could pack a 5,000mAh battery with 20W fast charging support...
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Thursday, November 14, 2024

"Hot, Hot, Hot Candidate": Ex-Pak Star Picks Gambhir's Successor As Ind Coach

Former Pakistan cricket team star Basit Ali believes that VVS Laxman has established himself as a 'hot' contender to become the next India coach following the win over South Africa in the third T20I encounter on Wednesday. Laxman is currently the coach for the side in South Africa as Gautam Gambhir has travelled to Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The team management decided to send Tilak Varma to bat at No.3 in the place of Suryakumar Yadav in the third T20I and the decision proved to be a good one as the youngster slammed a century....
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Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Pakistan Government Takes Firm Stance On Champions Trophy, PCB Told To...

The impasse over the ICC Champions Trophy's model continues after the Pakistan government has reportedly asked the board not to shift any game outside the country. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) of the Indian government's decision to not send its team across the border. However, Pakistan also remained determined to not let a single match go outside the country, having won the rights to organise the entire tournament at home. The PCB had sought assistance from the Pakistan...
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Google Is Reportedly Upgrading Gemini Live to Support Files Uploaded by Users

Google is reportedly working on adding another new functionality to its Gemini chatbot. The new artificial intelligence (AI) feature is said to be coming to Gemini Live, the two-way verbal conversation feature which lets offers a hands-free experience of the chatbot. As per the report, the Mountain View-based tech giant is working on adding Gemini Live support to file.....
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Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Odisha College Student Trishna Ray Crowned Miss Teen Universe 2024

Trishna Ray, a student of KIIT University in Bhubaneswar, has been crowned Miss Teen Universe 2024. Ms Ray was given the coveted crown at the pageant held in South Africa's Kimberley, and its photos and videos have been posted by the event organisers on Instagram. The event was held from November 1 to 9; the 10 finalists came from countries including Peru, South Africa, Brazil, Kenya, Portugal, and Netherlands but Ms Ray beat all of them to become Miss Teen Universe 2024. Peru's Anne Thorsen and Namibia's Precious Andre were first and second runner-up. Watch...
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Asus ROG Phone 9 Reportedly Spotted on Geekbench ML With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, 24GB RAM

Asus ROG Phone 9 will be officially launched later this week. Following Qualcomm's unveiling of the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset last month, Asus confirmed that the ROG Phone 9 would use the flagship SoC. Now, ahead of the launch, the handset has been reportedly spotted in the Geekbench ML online database suggesting key specifications...
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Monday, November 11, 2024

Opinion: Musk To Ackman, Why Are Companies Opposing 'Inclusive' Hiring?

On November 1, US aircraft manufacturer Boeing made the controversial decision to dismantle its DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) department. The company's former Vice President of Global DEI, Sara Bowen, announced her resignation on the social media platform LinkedIn. Boeing has faced significant criticism for its quality and safety practices following two incidents in January this year. In the first, the door plug of a Boeing 737 Max blew...
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Sunday, November 10, 2024

"Are We Being Fair To Rinku Singh?" SKY Faces Tough Question On India Star

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has criticised the team management for under utilising star batter Rinku Singh during the 1st T20I against South Africa on Friday. Rinku, who has scored 490 runs in 27 T20Is at an average of 54.44, came out to bat at no. 6 and could score only 11 off 10 balls. While India won the match by 61 runs, courtesy of Sanju Samson's century, Chopra argued if the management is being fair with Rinku, who hasn't been getting enough opportunities with the bat in recent times. Chopra suggested that the team management should...
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Saturday, November 9, 2024

"Don't Expect Good Gestures...": PCB's Message To BCCI On Champions Trophy

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has warned India not to expect any "good gestures" following recent developments regarding the Rohit Sharma-led team's visit to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year. According to reports circulating online, India has allegedly refused to travel to Pakistan for the tournament, expected to be held in early 2025. In response to these reports, Naqvi did not hold back in expressing his disappointment. "In recent years, Pakistan has extended numerous good gestures. However, we hope we are...
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Leaked Renders Hint at Tweaked Design and Four Colour Options

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to launch in early 2025, and the flagship phone is said feature a revamped design. Now design renders of the purported Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra provide a glimpse into the look and four colourways of the handset...
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Friday, November 8, 2024

Ian Botham Falls In River, Rescued From Crocodiles And Bull Sharks: Report

England cricket legend Ian Botham has recently gone through a rather unpleasant scare while fishing in Australia. Disaster struck during Botham's four-day fishing trip with former Australian cricketer Merv Hughes in Australia's Northern Territory. According to multiple reports, Botham tripped on a rope on his boat and fell into the river beside. To make it worse, he was reportedly surrounded by crocodiles and bull sharks as well. However, Botham was rescued out of the water soon enough before any more damage could be done. Botham, 68, was left...
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On Yogi Adityanath's "Batoge Toh Katoge" Slogan, Ajit Pawar's Rejoinder

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, speaking exclusively with NDTV, called for collective efforts to drive progress in Maharashtra and India. Assembly elections are scheduled in Maharashtra on November 20, with Mr Pawar contesting against his nephew Yugendra Pawar, the candidate of the rival Nationalist Congress Party faction led by Sharad Pawar. Commenting on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's slogan "Batoge toh katoge" (If we divide, we will be cut), Mr Pawar said, "All castes should unite and think about India. They should...
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Thursday, November 7, 2024

Opinion: 'And I Love You So...': Notes On Musk-Trump Brotherhood

Donald Trump's victory was, let's say, an emphatic contradiction of the legacy media's confidence that the race was “too close to call”. So, did the traditional media genuinely get it wrong? Or was it an inspired act of wishful thinking? We might never know, but that's a mystery for another day.  Today, let's talk about the man of the hour: Elon Musk. The billionaire who spent months reshaping Twitter (now X) after he bought it in 2021, was...
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Costs 11 Percent Less to Manufacture Than Pixel 8 Pro: Report

Google Pixel 9 series was unveiled at the Made by Google event in August comprising four models. A new report sheds light on the bill of materials (BOM) of the Pixel 9 Pro whose place in the smartphone lineup has been reworked this year and it sits above the Pixel 9 but below the new Pixel 9 Pro XL. It is suggested that the smartphone costs less to manufacture compare.....
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Wednesday, November 6, 2024

"This Is Karma": Dana White's Shout-Out To Donald Trump On US Elections Win

Republican candidate Donald Trump claimed the unprecedented mandate in the US Presidential race, beating his Democratic party opponent Kamal Harris to reach the 270-mark. As the country's verdict became apparent, Trump addressed the citizens in Florida where he also thanked JD Vance, the vice-president candidate for the Republicans, and Elon Musk, who played a big role in Trump's campaign. Trump also had a special mention for the CEO and president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Dana White, who was also present on the stage in Florida with...
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