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Apple iPhone 16 series drives record growth in India as iPad 11 leads sales
Apple achieved remarkable expansion in the Indian market during the first six months of 2025. Industry data reveals iPhone sales surged by thirty-six percent compared to the same period last year. The iPad division experienced thirteen percent growth, demonstrating increased consumer appetite for Apple devices across multiple categories. CyberMedia Research documented these figures in their latest market analysis. Strong performance emerged from the newest device launches and enhanced market penetration strategies. The iPhone 16 series dominated sales figures, securing sixty-two percent of total iPhone purchases within the company's Indian operations. iPhone 15 models captured thirty percent of the market, while iPhone 16e and iPhone...
Over 2.22 crore students get scholarships under Modi government schemes for SCs
The government provided educational support to more than 2.22 crore students through scholarship programs during the previous five years. Minister Ramdas Athawale announced these figures while addressing Parliament members about financial aid initiatives. The Post Matric Scholarship program assisted 2,22,31,139 students from scheduled castes after completing tenth grade. Another 20,340 students received benefits under the Top-Class Education program for advanced studies. These programs target students from scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, other backward classes, and minority communities. Educational institutions benefit from increased enrollment as students gain access to premier colleges and universities. The schemes enable...
Dinesh Karthik hails Shubman Gill's feisty leadership as India-England Test heats up
Former wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik expressed admiration for Shubman Gill's leadership style during India's Test series against England. Karthik particularly appreciated Gill's press conference comments regarding England's delayed return after day three at Lord's. The captain criticized Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett for arriving 90 seconds late, which reduced bowling opportunities. Karthik believes aggressive leadership helps establish captaincy identity. He praised Gill's combination of on-field improvements and strong off-field presence. Michael Atherton acknowledged Gill's overall excellence but questioned whether Lord's tensions affected his batting performance. The former England captain noted Gill's modest scores of 16 and six...
Shubhanshu Shukla tests Indian microalgae on ISS as Gaganyaan eyes 2027 launch
Union Minister Jitendra Singh revealed Wednesday that astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla performed biological experiments during his International Space Station mission. The Indian Air Force Group Captain tested three native microalgae species and two cyanobacteria strains to examine space-based life support possibilities. Shukla completed his historic 18-day orbital laboratory stay on July 15, marking him as the first Indian astronaut to visit the ISS. The microalgae experiments focused on Chlorella sorokiniana-I, Parachlorellakessleri-I, and Dysmorphococcus globosus-HI under microgravity conditions. These organisms demonstrate potential for absorbing excess carbon dioxide while producing essential nutrients and food supplements for...
SA20 teams reveal star-studded retentions as auction focus shifts to USD 74 million purse
SA20 franchises revealed their player selections before September 9 auctions. Teams secured maximum allowances of six players through retention and pre-signing processes. The selection window concluded on July 18 with clubs balancing South African talent against overseas acquisitions. Wildcard positions allowed teams strategic flexibility for former squad members. Franchises hold USD 7.4 million collectively for remaining squad construction. Durban Super Giants prioritized international stars like Sunil Narine and Jos Buttler while retaining Heinrich Klaasen. Joburg Super Kings maintained captain Faf du Plessis alongside English additions James Vince and Richard Gleeson. MI Cape Town strengthened their championship core by adding...
Russia and Ukraine head to Istanbul for third talks as ceasefire hopes fade
Moscow sent negotiators to Istanbul for the third diplomatic meeting with Ukrainian representatives. Vladimir Medinsky leads Russia's team while Rustem Umerov heads Ukraine's delegation. The two previous sessions in May and June achieved prisoner swaps but failed to establish peace agreements. President Zelensky emphasized the need for accelerated talks to secure a ceasefire. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov tempered expectations by stating that breakthrough results remain unlikely. Russian officials plan to advance their established objectives from the conflict's beginning. Fundamental disagreements separate both nations regarding resolution terms. Russia seeks Ukrainian neutrality and territorial recognition of Crimea plus four...
India rebuts Reuters on jobs data as labour ministry cites PLFS for record gains
India's Ministry of Labour and Employment rejected Reuters reporting that questioned official unemployment data reliability. The ministry stated that the article relied on opinions from approximately 50 unidentified economists rather than verified statistics. Officials criticized the report for lacking methodological transparency and proper disclosure about economist selection criteria. The government emphasized that expert opinions cannot replace comprehensive statistical surveys. Reuters failed to provide information about sampling methods, statistical significance, or correlation analysis. The Periodic Labour Force Survey serves as India's primary employment data source through the National Statistical Office. This survey employs...
Anshul Kamboj debuts as India face England in fourth Old Trafford Test
England captain Ben Stokes elected to bowl after winning the toss against India at Old Trafford during the fourth Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test match. The hosts lead the five-match series 2-1 following their dramatic 22-run victory at Lord's in the previous encounter. India made three changes to their lineup for this Manchester contest. Seamer Anshul Kamboj earned his Test debut, becoming the 318th player to represent India in the longest format. B Sai Sudharsan and Shardul Thakur also joined the playing eleven. Kamboj replaced the injured Akash Deep, while Sudharsan took Karun Nair's position in the batting order. Shardul Thakur came into the team after Nitish Kumar Reddy suffered a left knee injury that ruled him out of the...
Gujarat bullet train stretch set for 2027 finish as MAHSR project hits Rs 78839 crore
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced completion targets for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project during a parliamentary session Wednesday. The Gujarat segment between Vapi and Sabarmati will finish by December 2027. The entire 508-kilometer corridor will become operational by December 2029. Japanese technical and financial support enables this complex infrastructure development. Timeline precision depends upon civil structures, electrical systems, and trainset delivery completion. The project spans Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli with twelve planned stations. Total estimated costs reach approximately 108,000 crore rupees. Japan International Cooperation Agency provides 81 percent funding while Indian...

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