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martphone Sales in India Hit 5-Year High in Q3; Apple Surges Amid Festive Season

12Nov

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Business

martphone Sales in India Hit 5-Year High in Q3; Apple Surges Amid Festive Season

S New Delhi: India’s smartphone market recorded its highest sales in the past five years during the third quarter of 2025, driven by strong iPhone sales and the festive shopping season. Although Chinese brands like Vivo and Oppo led in overall unit sales, Apple became the star of the quarter, selling a record 5 million iPhones in India for the first time. This surge also boosted the average selling price of smartphones. Data from IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker shows that total smartphone shipments reached 48 million units, marking a 4.3% increase compared to Q3 2024. The festive season’s growth was attributed to attractive pricing, heavy discounts, and easy payment options. However, demand remained weak in the lower segment (₹9,000–₹18,000) and entry-premium Androi...

espite 50% Profit Drop, Anil Ambani’s Reliance Infrastructure Shares Jump Over 5%

12Nov

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Business

espite 50% Profit Drop, Anil Ambani’s Reliance Infrastructure Shares Jump Over 5%

He D New Delhi: Shares of Reliance Infrastructure, the company led by industrialist Anil Ambani, witnessed a surprising surge on Tuesday, climbing over 5% in early trading despite weak quarterly results. The company reported its Q2 FY 2026 consolidated net profit fell by more than 50%, dropping to ₹1,911 crore from ₹4,082 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue also declined by 14%, reaching ₹6,235 crore, down from ₹7,258.50 crore in Q2 FY 2025. Despite these disappointing figures, the stock touched an intraday high of ₹183.80. By 12:50 PM, it was trading at ₹181, up 3.4%, pushing the company’s market capitalization to ₹7,394.18 crore. Reliance Infrastructure shares have faced a tough year, falling over 40% so far, including a 30% drop in the past six months. The st...

Bengal Tea Seller’s 4-Year Coin Savings Fulfill Daughter’s Dream: Gifts Her a Scooter

12Nov

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State, West Bengal

Bengal Tea Seller’s 4-Year Coin Savings Fulfill Daughter’s Dream: Gifts Her a Scooter

West Midnapore, West Bengal: In a touching story of patience, perseverance, and parental love, a small-town tea vendor has left many inspired. Bacchu Chaudhary, a 45-year-old resident of Maula village in Chandrakona Block I, ran a modest tea stall and harbored a lifelong dream of buying a motorcycle. Though he could never afford it, he prioritized fulfilling his daughter’s dream. When his daughter Sushma, now 23, expressed her wish for a scooter to commute to college, Bacchu decided to make it happen. Over four years, he saved meticulously in small piggy banks, collecting coins and notes. On the day of the purchase, Bacchu arrived at a two-wheeler showroom in Gosai Bazaar, Chandrakona, carrying Rs 69,000 in coins and Rs 31,000 in notes—all accumulated from his savings. An Unexpected ...

Ghatshila By-Election Concludes Peacefully with 73.88% Voter Turnout

12Nov

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Jharkhand, State

Ghatshila By-Election Concludes Peacefully with 73.88% Voter Turnout

Jamshedpur: Voting for the Ghatshila Assembly by-election in Jharkhand concluded peacefully on Tuesday, with a robust 73.88% voter turnout recorded by 5 PM. Polling began at 7 AM, and long queues of voters were seen at several polling stations well before the scheduled start, reflecting the high public enthusiasm — particularly among women voters. According to the Chief Electoral Officer, K. Ravi Kumar, all 300 polling stations in Ghatshila were operational on time, and strict security measures were in place. CCTV cameras were installed both inside and outside polling booths, and the entire process was monitored live through webcasting, ensuring transparency and smooth conduct of the election. Key Highlights: By 11 AM, voter turnout stood at 34.32%. By 3 PM, it reached 69.07%,...

Why Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Struggles to Establish JDU Base in Jharkhand: The Kurmi vs. Kurmi/Kudmi Politics

12Nov

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Jharkhand, Politics, State

Why Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Struggles to Establish JDU Base in Jharkhand: The Kurmi vs. Kurmi/Kudmi Politics

Ranchi, Jharkhand: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, a stalwart in state politics for nearly two decades and a nationally respected leader, has struggled to establish a strong Janata Dal United (JDU) base in neighboring Jharkhand. Despite efforts, the party has failed to make significant inroads in the state. Attempts to Navigate Ethnic EquationsAhead of the Jharkhand Assembly elections in November 2024, a crucial meeting was held at Nitish Kumar’s official residence in July 2024, attended by Jharkhand JDU leaders and Bihar ministers. The focus was on understanding the state’s complex ethnic dynamics, particularly the aspirations of the Kurmi/Kudmi community, which has long sought recognition as a Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Jharkhand. In an effort to appeal to Kurmi voters, Nitish Kuma...

RPF Opens Free Gurukul in Hardcore Naxal Village, Transforming Children’s Lives in Sukma

12Nov

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Chhattisgarh, State

RPF Opens Free Gurukul in Hardcore Naxal Village, Transforming Children’s Lives in Sukma

C Sukma, Chhattisgarh: In a heartening initiative, the 150th Battalion of the CRPF has established a Gurukul in the Naxal-affected village of Purvti, the hometown of notorious Naxal leader Hidma. The school, currently educating around 60 children, is entirely free, providing uniforms, textbooks, modern playground facilities, and teachers’ salaries fully supported by the CRPF. Education Meets SecurityThe Gurukul is not just a center for learning but also a beacon of hope and transformation. CRPF personnel are going beyond their traditional security role, guiding children in both education and values. The initiative is steadily building interest in learning among local children, while parents are encouraged to send their children regularly to school. Teacher Salaries and Facilities ...

Mahatari Vandan Scheme May Face Cuts After 21st Installment; Women Must Complete e-KYC to Continue Receiving Benefits

12Nov

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Chhattisgarh, State

Mahatari Vandan Scheme May Face Cuts After 21st Installment; Women Must Complete e-KYC to Continue Receiving Benefits

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The Mahatari Vandan Scheme, a flagship initiative of the Chhattisgarh government for women’s welfare, is now under a major verification process. The Women and Child Development Department has announced that all beneficiaries must complete e-KYC to remain eligible for the scheme. Names of ineligible or deceased women will be removed from the list. In the first phase, the department plans to verify 4.25 lakh women. Beneficiaries must submit their Aadhaar cards and provide biometric authentication. Officials have urged women to contact Anganwadi workers for assistance to ensure no eligible woman misses out. Why the Verification? After the release of the 21st installment, concerns were raised over ineligible beneficiaries receiving funds. During a recent Assembly...

Kawardha Man Wanders Door to Door With His Ailing Wife on a Bike; Deputy CM Steps In With Help After Hearing His Story

12Nov

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Chhattisgarh, State

Kawardha Man Wanders Door to Door With His Ailing Wife on a Bike; Deputy CM Steps In With Help After Hearing His Story

Kawardha, Chhattisgarh: In a heartbreaking story of love, struggle, and determination, a 65-year-old man from Nagwahi village in Kawardha district has been carrying his cancer-stricken wife on his motorcycle for years in search of treatment. Despite losing everything—his land, jewelry, and savings—he refuses to give up hope. Samlu Singh Markam’s wife, Kapura Markam, has been suffering from thyroid cancer for nearly three years. With no money left for an ambulance or private transport, Samlu built a wooden plank on his motorcycle, on which his wife lies as he takes her from one hospital to another, often traveling hundreds of kilometers under scorching heat and heavy rain. He Sold His Land, Ornaments, and Borrowed ₹6 Lakh In his desperate attempt to save his wife, Samlu sold his fa...

ijapur Encounter: Six Naxalites Killed in Fierce Gun Battle; Gunfire Heard for Several Kilometers

12Nov

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Chhattisgarh, State

ijapur Encounter: Six Naxalites Killed in Fierce Gun Battle; Gunfire Heard for Several Kilometers

B Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: In a major anti-Maoist operation, security forces gunned down six Naxalites during a fierce encounter in the dense forests of Annaram, Taralaguda area of Bijapur district on Tuesday evening. The operation was part of an ongoing campaign to eliminate Maoist activities along the interstate border and forest zones of the region. According to eyewitnesses, the sound of gunfire echoed for several kilometers, causing panic among villagers who locked themselves indoors. Security forces, including teams from the District Police, DRG (District Reserve Guard), and CRPF, were involved in the joint action. Following the intense exchange of fire, personnel recovered the bodies of six slain Naxalites from the encounter site. In addition, one injured Maoist was captured ...

Chhattisgarh Bans Three Substandard Medicines for Three Years

12Nov

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Chhattisgarh, State

Chhattisgarh Bans Three Substandard Medicines for Three Years

Raipur: Taking lessons from the recent tragedy in Madhya Pradesh linked to contaminated cough syrup, the Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSC) has taken strict action against three medicines found to be “Not of Standard Quality (NSQ)” during laboratory testing. Under its “Zero Tolerance Policy” toward substandard drugs, CGMSC has blacklisted the manufacturers of these medicines for the next three years. During this period, the companies will be barred from participating in any state government tenders. Medicines Declared Substandard The banned medicines include: Calcium (Elemental) with Vitamin D3 Tablets, Ornidazole Tablets, both supplied by M/s AG Parenterals, Baddi (Himachal Pradesh), and Heparin Sodium 1000 IU/ml Injection IP, supplied by M/s Divi...