Apple has achieved a major milestone, with CEO Tim Cook announcing that the company has sold over 3 billion iPhones since 2007 during the Q3 2025 earnings call. It took nine years for the company to reach 1 billion iPhone sales in 2016, and another 2 billion devices have been sold since then. The sales figures highlight the increasing popularity of the iPhone and demonstrate its strong demand, even amidst market competition. In the third quarter, iPhone sales increased by 13% compared to the same period last year, generating $44.6 billion in revenue. The iPhone continues to be Apple’s best-selling…
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Lionel Messi may soon trade his soccer cleats for cricket spikes, potentially participating in a seven-a-side exhibition match at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on December 14. This exciting crossover could see the Argentine football icon sharing the field with Indian cricket legends like MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. There’s also a possibility of Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma joining the star-studded lineup. Messi’s India visit, scheduled from December 13 to 15, also includes stops in New Delhi and Kolkata. This marks his second visit to the country, the first being in 2011. The event is being organized by a leading event…
A significant step has been taken to boost sports and health education in Chhattisgarh. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met with Union Minister of Labour and Employment, Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, in New Delhi. During the meeting, it was agreed that the Bastar Olympics would be conducted as ‘Khelo India Tribal Games’ starting this year. This decision will not only recognize the talent of tribal youth at the national level but also bring Chhattisgarh’s traditional sports culture to the global stage. Additionally, Chief Minister Sai proposed the establishment of 220-bed medical and nursing colleges in Raipur and Bilaspur…
Planning a trip to the scenic hills of Mussoorie? The Uttarakhand Tourism Department has implemented mandatory online registration for all visitors. This new regulation, prompted by the National Green Tribunal (NGT), aims to protect Mussoorie’s fragile ecosystem and manage the increasing influx of tourists and associated environmental challenges. Uttarakhand CM Dhami stated that this registration system prioritizes the safety and convenience of all tourists, with comprehensive arrangements in place. The system is designed to monitor tourist numbers, manage traffic, and preserve the natural beauty of the region. Mussoorie, a popular hill station, has experienced overcrowding, leading to traffic congestion and…
A doctor in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, has been defrauded in a digital arrest scam, losing a staggering ₹19 crore. Cybercriminals held her under a digital arrest for three months. The scam began when the doctor received a call on March 15, alleging that objectionable content was found on her mobile. The callers, posing as law enforcement officials including a sub-inspector and a government lawyer, threatened her with disconnection of her phone and involvement in a money laundering case. The doctor was coerced into transferring her life savings across 35 different bank accounts. Furthermore, the criminals used her credentials to take a…
The Duleep Trophy will commence on August 28, 2025, marking the beginning of the 2025–26 domestic cricket season, culminating with the Senior Women’s Inter-Zonal Multi-Day Trophy on April 3, 2026. The Ranji Trophy, a cornerstone of India’s domestic cricket, is slated to begin on October 15, 2025. It will unfold in two phases: the initial phase from October 15 to November 19, 2025, followed by the Elite phase from January 22 to February 1, 2026. Shreyas Iyer, the dynamic young batter, has been confirmed to participate in the Duleep Trophy, representing the West Zone. The zonal teams are expected to…
A woman in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, has abandoned her husband of 20 years and eloped with her brother-in-law, who is 19 years her junior. She also took jewelry and cash from the home. The husband, who earns a living by driving an auto-rickshaw, was shocked by his wife’s actions. He reported the incident to the police, who have registered a case against the wife and brother-in-law and are currently searching for them. This is not the first time the woman has run away with her brother-in-law; she returned previously after being persuaded by family members. The couple’s sons are grown up…
Concerns have been raised regarding the healthcare system in Chhattisgarh. The Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation (CGMSC) has issued an order to halt the distribution of certain drugs and medical supplies within the state. According to the order, the supply and use of two types of injections and four types of surgical gloves have been immediately suspended. The drugs in question include Dextrose with Sodium Chloride injections and Ceftriaxone powder for injection. These were found to be substandard during inspection, posing a potential risk to patients’ lives. Additionally, the quality of various sizes of surgical gloves has also been questioned, leading…
Aamir Bashir discusses the passage of time since his directorial debut, ‘Harud.’ He reflects on how much Kashmir, and India, have changed. Bashir contrasts the initial post-2019 narrative of mainstreaming Kashmir with what he perceives as the ‘kashmirisation of India.’ When making ‘Harud,’ Bashir says he wasn’t concerned with audience reception or success. His primary focus was simply bringing the film to fruition. If remaking ‘Harud’ today, Bashir suggests that he would have liked to make the film more accessible to wider audiences, but he stands by the film he created. He says the film was born out of a…
While anticipation builds for Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Series, some consumers are opting for Samsung’s recently launched, most expensive foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Despite its premium price, the foldable phone is experiencing high demand in India. Within 48 hours of its launch, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE devices collectively received a record 210,000 pre-orders. This indicates significant demand for Samsung’s new foldable flagship smartphones in India, a demand that the company is currently struggling to fully meet. According to reports, a Samsung official stated they are continuously working to…