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While many travellers today use smart gadgets like AirTags to track their luggage, desi families are sticking to a colourful and low-cost trick — tying bright ribbons to their bags. This simple idea recently gained attention after a funny airport video by dermatologist Dr Faraz Ali went viral online. A Traditional Method That Still Works In his video, Dr Faraz Ali showed how many suitcases had bright pink ribbons tied to them. He jokingly called them “DesiTags” and said, “The more colourful, the better.” His video quickly became popular among Indian travellers who found the scene very relatable. Unlike AirTags,…

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner captured his maiden Wimbledon title after a commanding win over Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz on July 13. In a gripping final on Centre Court, the Italian star defeated the defending champion 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4, wrapping up the match in just over three hours. Fourth Grand Slam for the 23-Year-Old Prodigy The victory marks Sinner’s fourth Grand Slam title, adding to his previous wins at the 2024 US Open and 2025 Australian Open. Since turning pro in 2018, he has secured 20 ATP singles titles and established himself as one of the most consistent performers in…

IICT, Pioneering Creative Tech Education in India Mumbai, India’s cultural capital, has become home to the country’s first-ever Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT), a landmark initiative designed to revolutionize creative tech education and skill development. Union Minister for Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, inaugurated the campus at the NFDC premises in Mumbai, calling it a “creative IIT” poised to transform the landscape of India’s content creation and digital media sectors. “This is a new kind of institution for a new India. Just like IITs and IIMs transformed engineering and management education, IICT will do the same for creative technology,”…

Aravind Srinivas: The New Power Player in the AI Space At just 31, Indian-origin founder Aravind Srinivas, formerly of Google and OpenAI, is spearheading Perplexity AI, a search-focused AI startup that is rapidly gaining traction and challenging the established dominance of OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. Perplexity AI’s strategy is not to directly mimic its larger competitors but to carve out a distinct niche, particularly by focusing on providing accurate, cited answers and, crucially, by making aggressive market plays in emerging economies like India. Under his leadership, Perplexity has surpassed ChatGPT to become the most downloaded free app on the…

Thrissur-based South Indian Bank is set to launch a fully digital banking platform this year. According to Managing Director and CEO PR Seshadri, while the bank already offers digital services, the upcoming platform will be a structured, branded offering that covers both deposits and loans. Comprehensive Digital Services The new digital bank will allow customers to open accounts, apply for loans, and access other services remotely. The bank has already launched digital fixed deposit and personal loan products. Auto loans will be the next product to be digitised, with more services to follow. Seamless Onboarding and User Experience Seshadri said…

Union IT and Electronics Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that India will roll out its first fully indigenous semiconductor chip in 2025. He made the announcement during the 85th foundation day celebration of Keshav Memorial Educational Society in Hyderabad. India’s Growing Role in Chip Design and Manufacturing Vaishnaw said India is becoming a major player in the global semiconductor sector. Currently, cities like Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, Gurugram, and Chennai are already designing some of the world’s most complex chips. Now, the focus has shifted to local manufacturing. Six Semiconductor Plants Underway The government has already approved six semiconductor manufacturing plants, and…

Reliance Retail Ventures Limited, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, has acquired the well-known consumer durables brand Kelvinator. While the deal amount has not been disclosed, the acquisition adds a legacy global name in refrigeration to Reliance’s growing portfolio. Legacy of Kelvinator Kelvinator was a pioneer in electric refrigeration for households and gained widespread popularity in India during the 1970s and 80s. It became a household name with its catchy slogan, “The Coolest One.” Strategic Fit for Growth Vision Reliance Retail stated that the acquisition aligns with its goal of making aspirational living more accessible. By merging Kelvinator’s innovative history with…

Affordable Electric Car in the Pipeline JSW Group is preparing to launch a new electric car priced between ₹10–12 lakh, aiming to enter India’s mass EV market. Parth Jindal, Managing Director of JSW Cement and JSW Paints, confirmed that the vehicle will be smaller than the current Windsor model and is being designed to meet the growing demand for affordable EVs. Expansion in Passenger and Commercial Vehicle Segments Alongside the compact EV, JSW will also launch a larger SUV available in three drivetrains — electric, hybrid, and internal combustion engine (ICE). Additionally, the group is developing a commercial vehicle line…

West Bengal stands as the top producer of pineapples in India, accounting for over 17% of the nation’s total output. The state’s fertile soil and humid climate create ideal conditions for pineapple cultivation, particularly in districts such as Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, and Darjeeling. The “Queen” variety, known for its distinct aroma and sweetness, is especially popular in these areas. Pineapple farming has become an essential livelihood for many small and marginal farmers across the region. Pineapple Production Statistics According to the Ministry of Agriculture for 2023-24, West Bengal produces more than 450,000 tonnes of pineapples annually. The state grows both…

A British Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet, one of the world’s most advanced combat aircraft, has remained grounded at Thiruvananthapuram Airport in Kerala since June 14 following an emergency landing due to technical issues. The aircraft was reportedly operating 100 nautical miles off Kerala’s coast when the issue occurred. British Team Arrives for Assessment On July 6, a 24-member British Royal Air Force team arrived at the airport to examine the stranded jet. The group includes 14 technical experts and 10 crew members, tasked with evaluating whether the jet can be repaired locally or needs to be dismantled and shipped back to the UK. Daily Parking Fee Adds Up According to a report by CNBC-TV18 citing the Indian…