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Apple iPhone 16 sales blocked in Indonesia due to local parts rule

Apple will not be allowed to sell its iPhone 16 smartphones in Indonesia because they have not met the country’s rules on the use of locally made components




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Smartphone sales likely to grow 25-35% this Diwali

Diwali is a crucial time for India’s smartphone market, with analysts waiting to see how the festival season will influence buying trends




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How to choose the right air purifier this Diwali

Before buying an air purifier from an international brand or the company that offers the best discount, consider your needs, your living environment, and these other factors




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iQOO 13 will get a rear floating halo light aimed at gamers

iQOO 13 is slated to get a rear floating Halo light that supports various effects and is aimed at gamers




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Asus Zenbook S14 OLED Review | Impressive ultrabook covering all essentials

Priced at ₹1,49,990, this laptop isn’t just about looks—it brings AI-driven performance, a stunning OLED display, and a range of productivity enhancements to the table




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Apple brings out smaller Mac mini designed for AI: Prices, specs, availability

Apple has brought out a 5x5 inch Mac mini that is starting at ₹59,900 and is geared for Apple Intelligence (AI)




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Apple takes 22% value share in Q3 2024 in India with iPhone 16, iPhone 15 shipments, and market expansion

India’s smartphone volume grew by 3% YoY during July-September, while its value surged by 12% YoY




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Nothing brings Phone 2a Plus Community Edition with ‘phospheresence’ design

The London-based tech startup said that only 1,000 units of Nothing Phone 2a Plus Community Edition will be produced globally




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Apple unveils MacBook Pro, powered by M4 chip

The laptop features a Liquid Retina XDR display, advanced camera and up to 24 hours of battery life




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OnePlus 13 launched with Snapdragon 8 Elite and Android 15. Price, specs

OnePlus 13 gets up to 24 GB RAM and up to 1 TB storage in its home market




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Apple sells $46 billion worth of iPhones over the summer as AI helps end slump

Apple snapped out of a recent iPhone sales slump during its summertime quarter




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OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Review: A confused offering that fails to charm

The OnePlus Nord Buds 3, retailing at ₹2,299, is confusingly priced and delivers a middling sound experience, but is helped by its long battery life




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How to edit Diwali photos on your phone for better lighting and colour

Diwali photos usually mean many nighttime shots and intense light sources. Here are some ways to make the most of your phone camera to get studio-quality shots




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iQOO 13 launched with Snapdragon 8 Elite and 144 Hz display

It is expected to ship to India later this month




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Honor Magic 7 Series with AI features running on Snapdragon 8 Elite launched

Snapdragon and Honor announced the launch of the AI-powered Honor Magic 7 Series




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RR end RCB's campaign with four-wicket win in IPL Eliminator

Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal struck a 30-ball 45, while Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer chipped in with quick-fire 36 and 26 respectively




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Fifth Indian Open of Surfing: Catch the waves in Mangaluru from May 31

The event, organized by the Surfing Swami Foundation and hosted by the Mantra Surf Club, will feature top Indiansurfers competing in various categories




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Insurance Query: Coverage for adventure sports

Ensure that your policy covers a broad range of activities, including mountaineering, skydiving and skiing, among others




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Shimron Hetmyer of Rajasthan Royals fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct after losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL’s organisers did not specify why RR’s Shimron Hetmyer was fined; SRH won Qualifier 2 against RR by 36 runs yesterday




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KKR crush SRH by 8 wickets to clinch third IPL title

KKR chased down the target of 114 with as many as 57 balls to spare; Venkatesh Iyer remained not out on 52 off 26 balls




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Editorial. Brand IPL keeps shining

The business of cricket has never been better




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Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa defeats Magnus Carlsen for first classical win; sister Vaishali leads women’s competition

This significant win marks a milestone in Praggnanandhaa’s career, as he pushed Carlsen to fifth place, while Vaishali drew her game against Anna Muzychuk, further solidifying her lead




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Dominant performances: T20 World Cup’s most prolific players and record holders

The T20 World Cup has witnessed some outstanding performances from top batsmen, bowlers, and wicketkeepers. From the most sixes to leading wicket-takers and wicketkeepers with the most dismissals, the tournament has seen remarkable feats




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Rohit Sharma says Indian cricket team has not really nailed down its batting unit

Indian cricket team fine-tunes T20 World Cup lineup with Pant’s impressive performance in warm-up match against Bangladesh




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Gautam Gambhir: India’s next head coach?

The former opener, who was on a personal trip to the UAE, paid a visit to the sports medicine department at the Medeor Hospital




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Rohit Sharma tried to persuade Rahul Dravid to stay on as Indian cricket team’s coach

Rahul Dravid’s contract expires at the end of June, says he has no plans to re-apply for the position




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Newcomers USA record historic win over Pakistan in T20 World Cup

USA thus jumped to the top of Group A with two wins from as many games ahead of the clash against India




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Afghanistan's Rashid hails team effort after special New Zealand win

Openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz (80) and Ibrahim Zadrau (44) combined for 103 runs to power Afghanistan to a total of 159, before Rashid and Fazalhaq Farooqi took four wickets apiece as New Zealand were skittled out for just 75




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Afghanistan defeats New Zealand; Rashid Khan says team focussed on its own skills rather than opponent

Afghanistan wins the T20 World Cup game against New Zealand by 84 runs; Afghanistan Captain Rashid Khan says team focussed on its own skills rather than opponent




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Clash of rivals: Ad interest high for India-Pak T20 World Cup tie

Inventory for the match nearly sold out; pubs and restaurants anticipate rich pickings




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Puja Tomar becomes first Indian to win in UFC

Debutant Tomar eked out a 30-27, 27-30, 29-28 split-decision win over Brazil's Rayanne dos Santos in the straw-weight (52kg) bout on Saturday




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T20 World Cup 2024, Ind vs Pak: India beat arch-rivals Pakistan by six runs




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Easiest way to reach out to young audience: Amul on T20 World Cup sponsorship

In the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup played in India, Amul had sponsored Afghanistan, South Africa and Sri Lanka. In 2011, Amul brand associated itself with cricket when it sponsored the Netherlands team




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IPL’s business value rises to $16.4 billion in 2024, CSK most valuable franchise

The report highlights the league’s global appeal, strategic initiatives, and engagement with fans




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Lionel Messi: Inter Miami will be ‘my last club’

Lionel Messi confirms Inter Miami will be his final club, focusing on enjoying the last chapter of his career




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Australia defeats Scotland by five wickets in T20 World Cup

Australia defeats Scotland by 5 wickets in T20 World Cup with Head, Stoinis leading the way, securing Super Eight spot




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Sri Lanka defeats Netherlands by 83 runs in T20 World Cup

Sri Lanka defeats Netherlands by 83 runs in the T20 World Cup 2024 match with strong batting and bowling performances




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The Olympics: Beyond fun and games, a billion-dollar business with political overtones

The International Olympic Committee is a major business entity, generating $7.6 billion in the recent four-year cycle primarily through broadcast rights and sponsorships




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Cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan to invest ₹1,400 crore in beverages and confectionery unit

Muralitharan plans to manufacture beverages and confectioneries under the brand “Muttiah Beverages and Confectioneries”




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Brands are gearing up for the Paris Olympic Games

Deals worth ₹50 crore have been inked with the Indian Olympic Association so far




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India enter T20 World Cup semifinals with 24-run win over Australia




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TN to set up India’s first Olympic-size BMX Track in Chennai

In BMX racing, riders at a time race around a track that would have jumps and other obstacles.




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Head coach Rahul Dravid hopeful India plays "good cricket" in T20 World Cup final

With India aiming to end their hiatus of lifting the ICC trophy, Dravid hailed his team for the consistency that they have managed to showcase for the past year




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T20 World Cup final: India beat South Africa by seven runs to end 11-year global trophy drought

This is India's second T20 World Cup victory after they had won it in 2007, and first since winning the Champions Trophy in 2013.




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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma retire from T20 Internationals after India’s World Cup win

Kohli, Sharma bid farewell to T20I cricket, capping off a triumphant World Cup campaign for India




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Rahul Dravid signs off as India coach with World Cup high

Dravid’s legacy will be his adept handling of a team filled with high-profile players, setting a high bar for his successor.




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India’s T20 World Cup win sparks celebrations among CEOs and brands

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah announced a prize money of ₹125 crore for Team India for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024




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ITC Hotels celebrates cricket team's return with beats of dhol, three-tier truffle cake

The Indian team which defeated South Africa to win its second T20 world cup flew on a chartered Air India flight from Barbados and were driven with a police escort to the South Delhi hotel




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Team India meets PM Modi: Celebrating T20 World Cup triumph amid fanfare

The team, which achieved victory by defeating South Africa, engaged in a memorable conversation with the Prime Minister, discussing their journey at the recently concluded ICC event and their experiences during the tournament




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Breakfast for Champions: PM hosts T20 World Cup-winning Indian Cricket Team

Men in Blue’ get a rousing welcome to their home soil after a historic T20 World Cup Victory