Author: TI Editor

Škoda Auto India is ready to hit the fast lane, naming actor Ranveer Singh its ‘brand superstar’ as it drives into the mass market segment.The one-year partnership coincides with Škoda’s 25th anniversary in India and the launch of its first sub-4-metre SUV, the Kylaq, as the automaker aims to triple its market share and scale up volumes in one of the world’s most competitive automotive markets.Talking to Mint, Petr Janeba, brand director, Škoda Auto India, called the association a “true partnership” rather than a standard endorsement deal. “Ranveer is not just a face for the Kylaq — he is our one…

The dense clouds over DeepSeek are not clearing anytime soon. After bans on government resources in Italy, France, the US Congress, and elsewhere, new research suggests that DeepSeek’s ties to the Chinese state may be deeper than previously thought.Security analysts have reportedly uncovered an obfuscated code within the chatbot’s web login page that appears to establish connections to China Mobile, a state-owned telecommunications company banned from operating in the United States due to national security concerns.Feroot Security, a Canadian cybersecurity firm, first discovered the link and shared its findings with the Associated Press. Independent experts at the University of Calgary…

Sony has officially introduced the Midnight Black colour variant of its DualSense Edge wireless controller in India. Launched on Thursday, this latest addition forms part of the company’s newly announced Midnight Black Collection of PlayStation 5 accessories. While the global lineup includes the PlayStation Portal remote player, Pulse Elite wireless headset, and Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, only the DualSense Edge controller and PlayStation Portal are currently available in India.Price and AvailabilityThe Midnight Black DualSense Edge controller carries a price tag of Rs. 18,990, maintaining parity with its original white counterpart. The premium PS5 controller is now available for purchase via…

In a James Bond shakeup, Amazon MGM announced on Thursday that the studio has taken the creative reins of the 007 franchise. Long-time producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson have announced their decision to step back, allowing Amazon to assume oversight of the beloved 007 series.Amazon bought MGM Studios in 2022 for $6.5 billion. The purchase included a vast catalog with more than 4,000 films and 17,000 TV shows.According to reports, since the Daniel Craig era of 007 concluded with 2021’s “No Time to Die,” Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson have reportedly clashed with Amazon MGM over the direction…

President Donald Trump’s priorities for military spending are taking shape, but investors still don’t seem to know what that means for overall military spending—or defense stocks. For now, investors are taking a sell-first-ask-questions-later approach to the sector.  Shares of highflying data-analytics firm and military contractor Palantir Technologies dove Wednesday even though projected defense cuts seem to have a limited impact on the company. Wednesday, The Washington Post reported that the Trump White House warned the Defense Department of budget cuts, citing a memo. Cuts could amount to 8% a year for five years.  After that story, Deputy Secretary of Defense…

Over the past one year, gold has yielded a 37.73% return, while the three-year return stands at 18.72%. Looking at a broader horizon, gold has provided a 14.68% return over five years and 11.12% over ten years. ETFs allow investors to gain exposure to gold price movements without the burden of storage and security. But a crucial question arises: Is there actual physical gold backing India’s gold ETFs? Yes, India’s gold ETFs are backed by actual physical gold, ensuring that the value of the ETF units is directly linked to the gold price. As per the scheme information document (SID),…

Skygazers can gear up for the upcoming astronomical spectacle that will grace the skies on February 12 called the Snow Moon. This celestial event gets its name from the heavy snowfall typical of the month. According to some Native American tribes, it is the Hungry Moon which signifies mid-winter food shortages, while others called it the Bear Moon.The term Bear Moon refers to the time when bear cubs are born. Other popular names in Celtic and Old English traditions of this astronomical phenomenon are Storm Moon, Ice Moon, or Snow Moon.Will Snow Moon be visible in India?As per Space.com, this…

The Malayalam film industry had one of its best years in 2024, with gross box-office collection more than doubling to ₹1,165 crore from a year prior, but all’s not well within the fraternity.The Kerala Film Producers Association has announced an indefinite strike starting 1 June in protest against exorbitant star fee that they say is making movie production unviable. While the association wants star fees and other issues negotiated and resolved for movie-making to proceed unhindered, some producers have claimed that the strike announcement was made without taking all stakeholders into confidence, and would affect the livelihoods of many involved…

South Korea’s industry ministry has become the latest government to restrict access to the Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek, citing security concerns. The ministry issued a temporary ban on employee access to the AI service, urging ministries and agencies to exercise caution when using generative AI technologies like DeepSeek and ChatGPT.This move reflects growing global apprehension about the potential risks posed by DeepSeek, which has rapidly gained international attention due to its advanced AI models, capable of delivering complex responses without heavy computing requirements.South Korea’s decision follows actions taken by several other nations, raising concerns about data security and the…

At ₹59,900, the iPhone 16e is priced ₹20,000 below its sibling iPhone 16, but still sports the latest hardware and Apple Intelligence, making it a tempting choice for first-time iPhone buyers. Besides, its launch comes at a time when phone sales are typically dull, potentially creating excitement in the market and sparking purchases. “The iPhone 16e features most of the latest flagship hardware and supports Apple’s generative AI suite. As the newest addition to the iPhone 16 lineup, it is designed primarily for young buyers who prefer the latest-generation iPhone over older models. This strategy positions Apple to drive higher…