Vivo Y31d confirmed to launch soon with a large 7,200 mAh battery and IP69+ rating
Vivo has officially teased the launch of its upcoming Y-series smartphone, the Vivo Y31d, in Vietnam. The company has also revealed several key design and feature highlights, with the handset confirmed to run on OriginOS 6 based on Android 16 out of the box.
India’s household debt rises above 41% of GDP, but resilience remains intact, shows RBI FSR
Personal loans formed 22.3 percent of consumption-purpose loans as of end-September 2025. The risk-tier migration matrix for personal loans reveals greater stability in borrower profiles during September 2024-2025 compared to the previous year.
Harshaali Malhotra recalls battling illness and intense conditions while shooting Akhanda 2: There were restless, sleepless nights...
Harshaali Malhotra’s journey from a beloved child star to a young actor taking on demanding roles has been anything but easy. As she reflects on her time shooting Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, the 17-year-old has offered a touching glimpse into the resilience and quiet strength that shaped her experience on set.
Jaishankar meets Tarique Rahman after Khaleda Zia's death: Has India read writing on the wall in Dhaka and adjusted course?
The interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has proved unreliable, unstable and strategically troubling. And with BNP increasingly positioned to return to power, India is choosing engagement over inertia.
Labour codes draft rules notified: How changes in wage definition will impact PF, gratuity and take-home pay
If allowances and benefits (excluding gratuity and retrenchment compensation) exceed 50 percent of an employee’s total remuneration, the excess amount will be added back to wages for statutory calculations.
Dinosaur highways, first fires and planet parades: Science’s biggest moments of 2025
From ancient fire-making and dinosaur footprints to planet parades and chimp medicine, 2025 science revealed wonder, surprise and warning, hinting at how much remains unseen, buried, or still unfolding.
Draft rules for new labour codes unveiled: 30% threshold for recognition of trade unions and what constitutes as wages defined
According to labour ministry officials, stakeholders can submit their comments on these rules in the next 45 days, post which the final rules will be published and notified. The officials say, the implementation of code, along with their rules, should be done by April 2026.
Third district in Goa to be named as Kushavati: CM Pramod Sawant
Talking to reporters, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said the new district will comprise four talukas - Dharbandora, Quepem, Sanguem and Canacona - that are currently part of South Goa.
Stablecoin market triples to $300 billion in 2 years, RBI flags risks to monetary sovereignty
Regulators warn that privately issued digital money could undermine trust, trigger runs and weaken monetary policy transmission
India’s economic reform newsmakers — 2025
Appointed RBI Governor in December 2024, Sanjay Malhotra guided monetary policy in 2025. In his tenure, the central bank delivered about 125 bps of rate cuts amid easing inflation and stable growth.
Tom Hiddleston says 'Avengers: Doomsday' central story 'absolutely brilliant'
Actor Tom Hiddleston has wrapped up filming for Avengers: Doomsday and is full of praise for the upcoming Marvel spectacle. With Chris Hemsworth also returning as Thor under the direction of Anthony and Joe Russo, the film promises to carry forward Loki’s powerful journey following the dramatic conclusion of Loki Season 2.
Gold, silver futures plunge as traders book profits on weak global cues, strong dollar
Both metals are on track to close 2025 with one of their strongest annual gains.
Stuck in a debt trap? This one method helps you pay less interest and exit faster
High-interest loans keep borrowers stuck; the avalanche strategy offers a practical, interest-saving exit path.
Assam couple beaten, burnt alive by villagers over witchcraft suspicion
The victims have been identified as Gardi Birowa, aged 43, and his wife Mira Birowa, aged 33. According to reports, a group of villagers entered the couple’s house and attacked them with sharp weapons. After the assault, the attackers set the house on fire.
Kim Kardashian breaks down after failing California bar exam, says she’ll keep going
Kim Kardashian is no stranger to public scrutiny, but a newly surfaced video has revealed a rare and emotional moment as she came to terms with failing the California bar exam. The clip offers a raw glimpse into the pressure behind her legal journey, showing the reality star visibly shaken as she processes the setback with her family by her side.
Do SIP in gold, silver ETFs in 2026 than waiting for bottom: Experts advise investors as precious metals' prices decline
After a record bull run, a sharp decline in gold and silver prices should be viewed as a positioning reset rather than a breakdown of the long-term thesis, an analyst said.
Handshake in Dhaka: Rare India-Pak courtesy exchange as Jaishankar meets Ayaz Sadiq at Khaleda Zia funeral
The interaction took place ahead of the ceremony, where Jaishankar and Sadiq were seen shaking hands and exchanging greetings.
People should not be judged by caste, wealth or language: Mohan Bhagwat
The RSS chief said the first step towards social harmony is removing feelings of separation and discrimination.
India’s SaaS story in 2025: Consolidation, AI rush and a reset in growth strategies
During the year, Indian SaaS companies completed 30 domestic acquisitions worth about $386 million, compared with 40 deals worth $253 million in 2024 and 35 deals worth $124 million in 2023.
Ashika Group gets SEBI’s in-principle nod to launch mutual fund business
With the regulatory approval, the company can move forward with the establishment of an Asset Management Company (AMC) and begin preparations for launching mutual fund schemes, subject to the fulfilment of SEBI’s final registration requirements and conditions.
Banks’ derivatives portfolios show higher sensitivity to rate and currency shocks in Sept 2025: RBI FSR
As per the stress test results, a rise in domestic interest rates resulted in a positive MTM impact of 5.9 per cent of total capital in September 2025, compared with 3.8 per cent in March 2025. Conversely, a fall in interest rates led to a sharper negative impact of 5.8 per cent in September 2025, up from 0.7 per cent in March.
Are you walking into the New Year without a plus one? Survey reveals single daters are moving beyond casual matches this year-end
Year-end is always a time for reflection, and this is also being seen in the choices of single daters on dating apps. A new survey shows that more people have become less casual and more reflective and intentional as the year nears its close
Amazon’s Alexa chief says the smartphone app era is ending as ‘ambient intelligence’ takes over
Smartphones are unlikely to disappear overnight, but their role may shift from being the primary interface to just one component in a larger, more fluid system.
Navjot Singh Sidhu shares video from Manali, local shows him property belonging to Sukhbir Singh Badal’s family
The video has since drawn attention online, with many users discussing the remarks made in the interaction.
