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boAt has launched its first Type-C charging smartwatches, the Storm Call 4 and Ultima Vogue 2, in India. These new devices eliminate the need for proprietary chargers, allowing users to power up with the same USB Type-C cable used for other electronics. This move simplifies the user experience and reduces clutter, aligning with the global standard for charging convenience.

Indians are adapting their gold purchases, opting for lighter, more affordable jewellery and exploring alternatives like silver and diamonds. While tradition remains strong, consumers are making conscious choices, balancing emotional value with investment prudence. Experts suggest a diversified portfolio, with gold as a long-term hedge, as the industry navigates changing consumer behavior and economic shifts.

Talking about the engine, it’s offered in a single 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel with 215 hp of power, which comes paired with a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission. The SUV gets a 4x4 system with an all-terrain management software which MG calls M-Hub, which offers up to 10 selectable terrain and drive modes.

Amkette's Mozen brand has launched two new 10000mAh MagSafe-compatible wireless powerbanks, the Surge Air S1 and Surge Air X1. These devices offer fast wired and wireless charging, intelligent power management, and portable designs.

NIA probe into the Red Fort blast reveals the prime accused, Dr. Umer Un Nabi, used a fake identity on IndiaMART to procure chemicals and set up a makeshift lab in Faridabad. He experimented with explosive materials, including a specialized anode, learning techniques from radical literature to produce dangerous substances.

A 1908 packaging error by tea seller Thomas Sullivan inadvertently created the modern tea bag. Customers, misunderstanding his silk pouches, steeped them whole, sparking a trend for convenient brewing. This accidental innovation, predating similar patented ideas, revolutionised morning routines worldwide, proving that sometimes, a simple mistake leads to profound change.

Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Friday. Investor wealth saw a substantial decline of Rs 5.77 lakh crore. Benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty50, plunged sharply in the final trading hour. Concerns over a weaker monsoon outlook and geopolitical uncertainty fueled the sell-off. Broad-based selling pressure was observed across various sectors.

A devastating fire at a New York City shipyard ignited two powerful explosions, claiming one life and injuring at least 36, including brave firefighters and first responders. The "complex, fast-developing emergency" saw crews battling flames late into the night after the blasts rocked the area. Investigations into the cause are underway.

India's gold demand has plummeted by nearly 70% following a government increase in import duty from 6% to 15%. This, coupled with rising fuel and food prices, has significantly dampened consumer sentiment and spending on discretionary items like gold.