Xiaomi's latest TV proves that QD-Mini LED tech is the future of TVs
Xiaomi has a new QD-Mini LED TV, and after using it for just over a week, I'm convinced that Mini LED tech is the ideal choice if you're looking to get a new TV this year..
From the Himalayas to Newt Gingrich, the 'tree-huggers' prevail
On Earth Day, we take a look back at the rocky history of "tree-huggers." The term originated in the 1970s in the Himalayas and was later co-opted by American politics in the 1990s. Now, environmentalists are reclaiming the word..
China, India place strategic bets on clean energy out of favour in the West
By Colleen Howe and Sethuraman N R BEIJING/NEW DELHI, April 22 (Reuters) - In the rolling, wind-swept grasslands of Chifeng in northern China's Inner....
Tim Cook se va, pero no mucho: el plan para seguir en Apple "mucho tiempo" aunque ya no sea el jefe
Tim Cook se despide del despacho de CEO, pero no de Apple. En el Steve Jobs Theater, Cook se reunió ayer con los empleados para explicarles, cara a cara, por qué ahora y qué viene después. Y entre todo lo que dijo, hubo una frase que lo resume mejor que cualq….
Mustang Panda’s New LOTUSLITE Variant Targets India Banks, South Korea Policy Circles
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new variant of a known malware called LOTUSLITE that's distributed via a theme related to India's banking sector.
"The backdoor communicates with a dynamic DNS-based command-and-control server over HTTPS and support….
Tim Cook deja de ser CEO de Apple después de 15 años: John Ternus, el ingeniero de hardware que lleva 25 años en la empresa, toma el relevo el 1 de septiembre
Tim Cook deja el puesto de CEO de Apple. La empresa anunció este lunes que Cook se convertirá en presidente ejecutivo del consejo de administración y que John Ternus, vicepresidente sénior de Ingeniería de Hardware, será el nuevo CEO a partir del 1 de septiem….
Oppo Find X9s and Find X9 Ultra's India launch timeframe officially confirmed
Oppo unveiled the Find X9s and Find X9 Ultra yesterday in China, but these smartphones will also be launched in international markets. Oppo hasn't revealed the international rollout dates for the Find X9s and Find X9 Ultra yet, but the company has announced t….
Trump extends Iran ceasefire: What mediator Pakistan stands to gain, what it means for India
Aside from pats on the back, what can Pakistan gain from its US-Iran mediation efforts? Are there pitfalls? What does India need to watch out for? We explain..
According to the official PMIS portal, the initiative is designed for youth who are currently not engaged in full-time education or employment, allowing them to gain practical, hands-on experience in real work environments..
‘HM (Shah) said open tourist spots with maximum footfall, not ones easiest to open’: Omar Abdullah on first anniversary of Pahalgam terror attack
'While going out to the markets that we know are sort of well disposed towards J&K, where we get the maximum number of our tourists from — that was Gujarat, West Bengal, Maharashtra, among others. We have seen with the start of this season that our numbers a….
Kaleshwaram case: Telangana High Court quashes PC Ghose Commission findings against KCR, others
The PC Ghose Commission had investigated alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project during the Bharat Rashtra Samithi government’s rule..
Finding tricky concepts hard to crack? This week’s SEE Snapshot simplifies VitalID, Non-deliverable derivatives (NDD), and galactic cosmic rays concept-focused way to give you an edge in UPSC Prelims. Don’t miss the infographics..
Entrenando al agente de inteligencia artificial que te va a sustituir
A principios de abril apareció en GitHub un proyecto llamado Colleague Skill. Se presentaba con una propuesta directa: destilar las habilidades, el tono y los rasgos de personalidad de un compañero de trabajo, importar sus historiales de chats y los archivos ….
Indian stock markets are set for new peaks by the end of this year. Experts see a broad economic recovery, with financials leading the charge. Energy and consumption sectors are also expected to perform well. Investors should focus on individual stock sele….
Fairphone CEO says there is ‘no financial excuse’ for smartphone manufacturers to pay their workers less than a living wage, as the sustainable electronics manufacturer shares its 2025 Impact Report
We spoke with Fairphone executive Monique Lempers about the need for fairer labor standards in the smartphone industry..
Due nuovi smartphone OnePlus arriveranno a maggio, è ufficiale
OnePlus ha confermato l'arrivo di due nuovi modelli: a maggio ci sarà il debutto ufficiale del Nord CE6 e del Nord CE6 Lite: ecco le prime informazioni sui due smartphone che andranno ad affiancare il Nord 6.
Hace unos días los socialistas españoles convertimos nuestro país en el centro de las fuerzas progresistas del mundo en torno a la Global Progressive Mobilisation. Delegados y delegadas de más de 100 países, líderes mundiales de la talla de Lula (….
India Expands Ship Insurance Approvals for Russian Oil Shippers, Imports Surge
India’s Directorate General of Shipping has approved three new Russian insurance providers to cover ships docking at the country’s ports, bringing the total number of authorized Russian insurers to 11, according to a recent report. [1] This administrative mov….
Scammers Target Stranded Ships in Strait of Hormuz with Crypto Demands, Risking Sanctions
Introduction Fraudulent actors posing as Iranian authorities have reportedly sent messages to shipping companies whose vessels remain stranded west of the Strait of Hormuz, demanding payment in cryptocurrency for safe passage, according to a maritime risk fir….
Cuba Confirms High-Level Talks With U.S., Seeks Relief From Energy Restrictions
Introduction Cuban officials confirmed on Monday, April 20 that direct diplomatic talks with American officials recently took place in Havana. The discussions, described as respectful and professional, mark a rare high-level engagement as tensions persist ove….
The authors propose five high-priority areas to close the current gaps in diagnostic testing, providing a path to self-reliance in health security and universal healthcare in Africa..
Winter 2025 SOC 1 report is now available with 184 services in scope
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is pleased to announce that the Winter 2025 System and Organization Controls (SOC) 1 report is now available. The report covers 184 services over the 12-month period from January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025, giving customers a full y….
Newzealandsk statsråd i hardt vær etter uttalelse om butter chicken-tsunami
En statsråd i New Zealands regjering kritiseres etter at han gikk ut mot en frihandelsavtale med India som han mener vil føre til en «butter chicken-tsunami»..
Naver, TCS partner on AI and cloud in India during Korea-India summit
Naver has signed a strategic partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to jointly develop artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services in India, marking one of the cooperation deals concluded during a Korea-India summit visit..
Micron's Sanand ramp shifts India chip debate from milestone to manufacturing system
Micron Technology's Sanand assembly, test, marking, and packaging plant has given India something it lacked until recently: a live semiconductor manufacturing operation with global supply-chain relevance..
The End of EPA’s Endangerment Finding Is a Bigger Deal Than the Iran War
The fact that neither the ARC-ES nor the Endangerment Finding’s reversal of fortune is anywhere in the news tells you everything you need to know about the current state of global journalism.
The post The End of EPA’s Endangerment Finding Is a Bigger Deal Tha….
Sharif agradece a Trump por extender alto el fuego con Irán
El presidente Donald Trump afirmó que extendió el alto el fuego a petición de Pakistán, quien aseguró que continuará sus esfuerzos para alcanzar un acuerdo..
Record Drought Sparks Worries About Fires, Water Supply and Food Prices
Drought in the contiguous United States has reached record levels for this time of year, weather data shows. Meteorologists said it’s a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and western water issues. More than 61% of the ….
Man fined S$250,000 for illegal renovation of Little India heritage shophouse
The demolition of the original features of the conserved building on Desker Road has caused irreversible damage, says the Urban Redevelopment Authority..
El nuevo móvil Pro de Motorola lo tiene todo: 6500 mAh, carga de 90 W, pantalla pOLED de 5200 nits y mucho estilo
La gama edge de Motorola llevaba días generando ruido, pero ahora ya no hablamos de rumores. El Motorola edge 70 Pro, que se filtró hace apenas una semana con prácticamente todas sus especificaciones al descubierto, ya es oficial y ha sido presentado en India….
30 Times People Asked The Internet “What Is This Thing?” This Year And The Internet Delivered
One of the more interesting corners of the internet is a place appropriately called “What Is This Thing?” where folks go when they need help identifying weird objects. Whether they dug up a septic tank in their backyard or if they found a microchip in their f….
Trade uncertainty: India should forge a resilience alliance of neutral countries with common interests
As trade rules fall apart and geopolitical shocks disrupt supply chains, the WTO has been left as a hapless bystander. A resilience alliance could forge a network of trusted interdependence that serves mutual ends but leaves nobody vulnerable..
The RBI governor’s Princeton speech is spot on: India isn’t ready yet for full capital account liberalization
In matters of macro policy, going slow and steady is usually wiser. Full rupee convertibility for capital transactions may be a worthy goal, but it mustn’t be pursued at the cost of the economy’s stability. Robust policy often needs priority over what’s optim….
The wages of a K-shaped economy: India’s demographic dividend may be slipping away
Is it time to retire the ‘demographic dividend' from India's national narrative? Recent labour protests have put a spotlight on wage stagnation amid rising prices, but this could be a sign of worse to come if we can’t achieve less inequitable growth..
“There are plenty of opportunities right now,” said Dinsha Mistree, from the Hoover Institution of the prestigious Stanford University, pointing to nuclear energy as “very critical” for future collaboration between India and the United States..
Time To Strengthen US-India Energy Cooperation Amid Global Tensions: H.R. McMaster
Former US National Security Advisor (NSA) H.R. McMaster has underscored the urgency of strengthening US-India energy cooperation, saying that current global tensions highlight India’s need for long-term energy security..
Final Call: IT Rules and the Future of Online Speech in India, Delhi April 23, #NAMA
A Delhi discussion on IT Rules 2021 and the future of online speech in India. Registration closes today at 5 PM.
The post Final Call: IT Rules and the Future of Online Speech in India, Delhi April 23, #NAMA appeared first on MEDIANAMA..
ECI orders 3-hour takedown rule for AI and fake content in elections
ECI tightens social media rules for 2026 polls, mandating AI content labels and 3-hour takedowns of misleading posts, while monitoring MCC violations and removing over 11,000 URLs.
The post ECI orders 3-hour takedown rule for AI and fake content in elections ….
Iran, negoziati in stallo. Trump: "Sono al collasso finanziario". I pasdaran sparano a una nave cargo a Hormuz
Saltano i colloqui a Islamabad, ma Trump estende la tregua. Resta il blocco a Hormuz, il presidente statunitense: "Con lo Stretto aperto accordo più difficile".
BJP urges poll panel to take ‘penal action’ against Kharge for calling Modi ‘terrorist’
India News: NEW DELHI: BJP Tuesday urged EC to initiate “suitable penal action” against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for calling PM Narendra Modi a “terr..
Second maternity leave can't be denied merely because sought within 2 years of first: Allahabad HC
India News: LUCKNOW: The Allahabad high court on Tuesday held that a second maternity leave cannot be denied merely because it is sought within two years of the f..
Trump’s Iran Fiasco’s Silver Lining – The End of NATO
The one great big positive that has come out of the Donald’s Iran fiasco is that he has not held back in blackening the name of NATO in a manner that has heretofore been unthinkable: “NATO WASN’T THERE WHEN WE NEEDED THEM, AND THEY WON’T BE THERE IF WE NEED T….
Ethereum Sees First SuperTrend Bullish Flip In Over A Year
A cryptocurrency analyst has highlighted how the SuperTrend for the daily Ethereum price has seen its first bullish flip in over a year. Ethereum SuperTrend Is Now Giving A Buy Signal In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has discussed the latest developme….
Sooryavanshi termed next 'demigod' of cricket: Srikkanth invokes Tendulkar comparison
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth has urged selectors to fast-track 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi into the national team, comparing him to a young Sachin Tendulkar. Rival skipper Shreyas Iyer also called him 'one for the future.' Sooryavanshi has impress….
Royals and Orioles square off in series rubber match
Baltimore Orioles (11-13, third in the AL East) vs. Kansas City Royals (8-16, fifth in the AL Central) Kansas City, Missouri; Wednesday, 2:10 p.m. EDT....
On This Day (22nd April 1935): Vintage Performance From Remarkable Urwin
Tommy Urwin was thirty-nine years and seventy-six days old but he did not let that stop him from turning in a vintage performance for his hometown team in their hour of need..
Iran Tankers Go Dark to Sail Past US Blockade Laden With Oil
At least two fully laden Iranian tankers have sailed out of the Persian Gulf and past a US blockade this week, part of a flotilla that has made its way around the warships and ferried roughly 9 million barrels of oil to the market..
Bejelentették: sosem látott tengeri flotta száll tengerre hónapokon belül
A belga CMB.Tech hajózási vállalat idén nyáron kezdi el átvenni azokat az ammóniával is üzemeltethető hajókat, amelyekkel a tengeri szállítmányozás szén-dioxid-kibocsátását kívánja csökkenteni. Jövő márciusig összesen tizenegy ilyen vízi jármű érkezését várjá….
UPSC Quiz – 2026 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 21st April 2026
For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) – CLICK HERE The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. ….
Indonesia in talks to export 1 million tonnes of fertiliser to India, others
Indonesia plans to export 1 million tonnes of fertiliser to India, Brazil and others amid global shortages and Iran war concerns impacting supply chains..
Strait of Hormuz disruptions not distant events, have direct implications for India: Rajnath in Germany
Rajnath Singh emphasizes the Strait of Hormuz's impact on India's security and advocates for stronger India-Germany defense collaboration during his visit..
India’s drop to sixth-largest economy is a temporary blip, says Nilesh Shah
India’s drop to sixth-largest economy is a temporary blip due to GDP revision and rupee fall, says Nilesh Shah; country still on track for third spot..
EC intervention sought in alleged online political campaign by TVK
In separate complaints, they claimed that the TVK was planning to carry out a large-scale online political campaign on April 22 during the "silent period" enforced by the ECI.
Capital inflows in Indian real estate rise 72% to record $5.1 billion in Jan-Mar: CBRE
The Indian real estate sector attracted $5.1 billion in capital during January-March, logging an annual growth of 72 per cent, as developers and REITs look to expand business despite global uncertainties, according to CBRE..
RBI closely monitoring FDI outflows and currency fluctuations: Sanjay Malhotra
Speaking at a round-table in New York, he highlighted ongoing reforms to ease regulations, improve market access, and integrate onshore and offshore markets.
India bonds fall as oil stays elevated after US indefinite ceasefire
Indian government bonds declined as elevated oil prices persisted, with investors concerned about ongoing Middle East tensions. President Trump's indefinite ceasefire extension with Iran offered little immediate relief, as the US Navy continues to block Irani….
Nestle India shares jump 3% after strong Q4. What are Macquarie, Nomura, other brokerages saying?
Nestlé India shares rose on a strong Q4 beat, with brokerages highlighting robust volume-led growth and margins, though most maintain neutral views given premium valuations despite positive earnings momentum..
Pahalgam anniversary: How the 2025 terror attack triggered Rs 3 lakh crore defence boom and 3 multibagger stocks
One year after the Pahalgam terror attack, India’s defence sector has entered a major upcycle, adding Rs 2.9 lakh crore in market cap as the Nifty India Defence Index gained 37%. Stocks like MTAR Technologies, Apollo Micro Systems, and Data Patterns turned mu….
Shares of Transformers and Rectifiers (India) slumped over 11% on Wednesday after Q4 results showed a dip in consolidated net profit despite strong revenue growth and a large order book. Margin pressures and rising expenses appear to have spooked investors, e….
India's favourite retail stock to announce Q4 results today with a bonus issue. What should investors expect?
Trent Ltd, a high-valuation Indian retailer, is poised to announce March quarter earnings, with investors keenly observing growth sustainability and profit margins. Despite aggressive store expansion, recent growth has slowed. Brokerages anticipate healthy re….
Sensex falls over 500 points, Nifty below 24,450 despite Trump's Iran war ceasefire extension
Indian markets turned negative on Wednesday as investor caution persisted despite a ceasefire deadline extension by Donald Trump. IT stocks led the decline after weak earnings from HCL Technologies, dragging peers like Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, and ….
Sticks to defensive and quality themes amid volatile global setup: Mayuresh Joshi
Indian stock markets are showing a strong rebound. Investors are now carefully selecting companies with good earnings and strong finances. Key sectors like power and pharmaceuticals are attracting attention. Mid-cap PSU banks are also seen as promising. Niche….
Rupee falls with oil-sensitive Asia FX, central bank likely steps in
The Indian rupee weakened alongside other oil-sensitive Asian currencies, with expectations of central bank intervention to curb volatility and support the currency..
The IPO afterlife for unicorns: How mutual funds are doubling down on next-gen leaders
Indian mutual funds have boosted their investments in five new-age companies. Funds poured into stocks like Urban Company, Ather Energy, Lenskart, Meesho, and PhysicsWallah. This shows growing confidence from domestic investors in these tech-focused businesse….
NSE IPO back on track as Sebi panel clears Rs 1,800 crore settlement proposal
The four-member expert committee on settlement orders is chaired by Jai Narayan Patel, former chief justice of the Calcutta High Court. The other members are N Venkatram, country chair of Canadian pension fund CDPQ; SK Mohanty, former Sebi member; and Sarit J….
"We have to tighten our belts", Pashupati Advani warns of LPG crunch, IT job losses, and a 2-month earnings hole
Market veteran Pashupati Advani remains cautious about the current market rally, citing unresolved fundamental uncertainties like the Strait of Hormuz closure and its impact on India's oil and LNG imports. He highlights tangible issues such as LPG shortages a….
D-Street bounces as traders cover short bets ahead of peace talks
Indian markets saw significant gains on Tuesday, with the Nifty and Sensex rising over 0.9% and 1% respectively. This surge was driven by traders cutting bearish bets ahead of US-Iran peace talks and a moderation in foreign institutional selling. Technical in….
As FPIs continue to sell, outflows likely to rise before inflows revive
"The financial services sector has the biggest weight on benchmark Nifty; so when there is broad-based selling, banking and financial services' share in foreign selling tends to be higher," said U R Bhat, co-founder & director, Alphaniti..
Why smallcap funds are still a buy: A long-term strategy from Aditya Khemani
Smallcap valuations seem high but underlying fundamentals have improved. Aditya Khemani of Invesco Mutual Fund sees this as a structural shift. For investors with a 5-7 year horizon, this segment offers compelling opportunities. Despite market volatility and ….
Silver jumps Rs 5,000, gold rises Rs 2,000 as Trump extends Iran war ceasefire indefinitely. Time to buy?
Gold and silver prices rose on MCX after the US signalled an extension of the Iran ceasefire, easing inflation concerns. Analysts expect volatility due to currency and oil price movements. Technical levels indicate key support and resistance zones, while elev….
Bitcoin climbs near $77,400 as $330 million liquidations trigger sharp rally
Bitcoin reached $77,400 on Tuesday. Derivatives-driven trading caused liquidations for over 114,000 traders. Bitcoin and Ethereum saw gains. Major altcoins like XRP and Solana also rallied. Institutional acceptance and ETF inflows support the market. Investor….
DA hike 2026: How much salary will rise for Level 1–18 employees after 2% increase
The Union Cabinet has approved a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) on April 18, 2026. With this revision, DA rises from 58% to 60%. Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners has also been increased to 60%. 2% DA hike approved for central government employees.
Easier payment for SIP, insurance premium and credit card bill through e-mandate; RBI removes additional factor authentication requirements
The Reserve Bank of India introduces a new e-mandate framework for digital payments effective 2026. Customers can now make recurring payments like insurance premiums and mutual fund subscriptions up to Rs 1 lakh without additional authentication. The framewor….
Gold price in Chennai today (April 22, 2026): 24K, 22K gold rates at GRT Jewellers, VBJ, Jeyachandran Gold House, IBJA
Gold prices in Chennai are showing slight fluctuations. Buyers and investors are watching daily changes closely. Fine gold, 22 carat, 20 carat, 18 carat, and 14 carat gold rates are updated. Leading jewellers in Chennai are quoting similar prices for differen….
8th Pay Commission memorandum deadline: NC-JCM highlights website glitches faced by employee unions, seeks extension of submission date
Central government employee bodies, including NC-JCM and AIDEF, are facing technical issues while submitting memorandums for the 8th Pay Commission, prompting requests for a deadline extension to May 31, 2026. The 8th Pay Commission, however, is currently sti….
