Make in India booster: iPhone exports hit record about $10 billion in April-Sep

India's smartphone exports touch $13.4 billion in H1FY26 up 59 pc

In September alone, a threefold increase in smartphone exports to the US pushed total exports to $1.7 billion—the highest monthly growth recorded so far compared to FY25. The exports in September grew 87 per cent compared to $923 million exported in September 2024. Oct 9, 2025
iPhone 17

Consumer Demand Drives Strong Sales of iPhone 17, 17 Air in India

Tech giant is set to achieve its highest festive-sales count in India, with analysts forecasting a 28 per cent year-on-year sales increase in 2025 owing to the success of the iPhone 17 series. Apple saw its annual sales hit a record of nearly $9 billion last fiscal, as disposable incomes rise amid strong consumer demand. Sep 28, 2025
Musk's xAI alleges theft of trade secrets in lawsuit against OpenAI

Musk's xAI alleges theft of trade secrets in lawsuit against OpenAI

Musk previously attempted to block the AI startup's plans to convert to a for-profit enterprise, and he accused Altman of violating OpenAI's founding principles by collaborating with Microsoft. OpenAI asserted that Musk previously endorsed a for-profit model and is now retaliating out of jealousy. Sep 26, 2025
Prayers held in Sri Lanka's largest Dawoodi Bohra mosque on PM Modi's 75th birthday

Be it chips or ships, they must be Made in India: PM Modi in Gujarat

Addressing the large gathering at Jawahar Maidan in Bhavnagar, "India is moving forward with the spirit of 'Vishwabandhu' (global brotherhood) and India has no major enemy in the world today, but in true terms, our biggest adversary is dependence on other nations. This dependency must be collectively defeated." Sep 20, 2025
BJP Criticizes Siddaramaiah Govt for Raising Fees at 14 Karnataka Temples

BJP Criticizes Siddaramaiah Govt for Raising Fees at 14 Karnataka Temples

Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka stated on Saturday, "I don't understand what kind of perverse joy Chief Minister Siddaramaiah gets by creating obstacles for Hindu temples, festivals, and celebrations. And now, by increasing the service fees in 14 major Muzrai temples across the state, including famous Kukke Subrahmanya, he has dealt another blow to Hindus." Sep 20, 2025
iPhone 17

iPhone 17 is more popular than iPhone 16; surpass pre-bookings in India: Report

iPhone 17 series will be available for purchase in India starting today. Apple's latest lineup starts at Rs 82,900 for the iPhone 17 (256GB). The new iPhone Air, a slimmer model, begins at Rs 1,19,900, while the iPhone 17 Pro (256GB) is priced at Rs 1,34,900. At the top end, the iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB) comes in at Rs 1,49,900. Sep 19, 2025
Apple iPhone 15 becomes best-selling smartphone globally in Q3 2024

India's premium smartphone market to see 18 pc sales growth this festive season

Within the premium segment, super-premium smartphones (Rs 50,000–1,00,000) are expected to grow 15 per cent on-year, while the uber-premium segment (Rs 1,00,000 and above) could see a remarkable 167 per cent surge, fuelled by strong demand for the latest flagship models, said the report by CyberMedia Research (CMR). Sep 19, 2025