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OnePlus never had a chance in the US

After an eight-year run, OnePlus announced today that it has exited the United States. It's bittersweet, as the brand has been on a comeback tour of sorts with its excellent OnePlus 15 and widely praised (though still to

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Technology

Claude can now use your 1Password credentials for you

1Password has launched a new browser integration for Claude that allows the Anthropic chatbot to access stored security credentials like usernames and passwords. The 1Password for Claude feature means that users can auth

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
5 Of Family Killed After Scooter Crashes Into Parked Tractor In Chhattisgarh
India

5 Of Family Killed After Scooter Crashes Into Parked Tractor In Chhattisgarh

The accident occurred under Kumhari police station limits adjoining Raipur when the five family members were travelling on the scooter.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
"Everyone Does Naarebaazi In Democracy": Top Court Relief For Bhagwant Man
India

"Everyone Does Naarebaazi In Democracy": Top Court Relief For Bhagwant Man

A bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohanawas was hearing the Chandigarh administration's challenge to the Punjab and Haryana High Court order

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
1 Dead, Several Taken To Hospital After Crowd Surge At Puri Rath Yatra
India

1 Dead, Several Taken To Hospital After Crowd Surge At Puri Rath Yatra

One person died and several others were injured after a crowd surge at the iconic Rath Yatra celebrations in Odisha's Puri on Thursday.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
'Operations On Track': OnePlus Junks Report Of Quitting India
India

'Operations On Track': OnePlus Junks Report Of Quitting India

Junking a report on Thursday, the company told NDTV Profit that OnePlus India continues to operate its business as usual.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Mumbai's Taj Hotel Issued Rs 22 Crore Notice Over 26/11 Security Barricades
India

Mumbai's Taj Hotel Issued Rs 22 Crore Notice Over 26/11 Security Barricades

The civic body's action targets the heavy security barricades, bollards, and planters erected around the hotel's perimeter in June 2009 following the 26/11 terror attacks.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Investor Criticises Startup Founder For Spending Rs 5 Crore Seed Money To Buy Car, Flat: 'Dark Reality'

Investor Criticises Startup Founder For Spending Rs 5 Crore Seed Money To Buy Car, Flat: 'Dark Reality'

VC Mrunal Jhaveri criticises startup founder for using seed funding on luxury purchases.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
How Do Our Soldiers Survive a -14° Celsius Posting? Sonam Wangchuk’s Tent Is Solving It Without Fuel, Electricity

How Do Our Soldiers Survive a -14° Celsius Posting? Sonam Wangchuk’s Tent Is Solving It Without Fuel, Electricity

Every winter, tens of thousands of Indian Army soldiers are stationed at altitudes where temperatures drop well below freezing, and the nearest fuel supply line is days away. With around 50,000 troops deployed at high al

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Messi Stumped As He Finds England Goalkeeper's Penalty Notes On Bottle

Messi Stumped As He Finds England Goalkeeper's Penalty Notes On Bottle

Lionel Messi and Argentina players examined England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford's penalty notes after their World Cup 2026 semi-final win in Atlanta.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Top Microsoft Executives Replaced In Major AI Overhaul: Report

Top Microsoft Executives Replaced In Major AI Overhaul: Report

Hayete Gallot who took over Microsoft's security business in February has replaced several senior executives as part of the company's AI restructuring, according to a report by The Information. Microsoft is the largest c

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Opinion: Opinion | Why Was A Russian Doomsday Plane In Iran Recently? Inside The 'Tu-214PU'
World

Opinion: Opinion | Why Was A Russian Doomsday Plane In Iran Recently? Inside The 'Tu-214PU'

A Russian Tu-214PU aircraft took off from Moscow and landed in Tehran at around 10:10 am on July 13. The deployment coincided with escalating US and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military infrastructure

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Uber in $15 billion deal for Delivery Hero to create global takeout giant
Business

Uber in $15 billion deal for Delivery Hero to create global takeout giant

The acquisition advances the U.S. ride-hailing firm's efforts to build a global food-delivery business that can better compete with Just Eat, owned by Dutch group Prosus, and U.S. rival DoorDash

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
World

Italian officials handed jail terms for Genoa bridge disaster that killed 43

The ex-head of Italy's motorway operator Giovanni Castellucci was handed a 12-year term over the 2018 bridge collapse.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Sabarimala roads to be fully repaired before Mandalam pilgrimage season, says Kerala Minister P.K. Basheer
India

Sabarimala roads to be fully repaired before Mandalam pilgrimage season, says Kerala Minister P.K. Basheer

Kerala Public Works Minister P.K. Basheer chairs high-level review meeting

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
RMZ to sell ‘office condos’ for  ₹6,500 crore to family offices
Business

RMZ to sell ‘office condos’ for ₹6,500 crore to family offices

Office leasing and investment volumes in commercial real estate have been rising in India. The growth in investment volume comes on the back of sustained interest from domestic institutions, family offices, and global ca

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul

The Download: OpenAI unveils GPT-Red and heat pumps rise in the US

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Meet GPT-Red: an LLM super-hacker OpenAI built to make its models safe

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
The Secret Life of Balcony Gardens: How They’re Helping Bees, Butterflies and Biodiversity Thrive

The Secret Life of Balcony Gardens: How They’re Helping Bees, Butterflies and Biodiversity Thrive

A tiny bee hovers around a flowering tulsi plant. A butterfly settles briefly on a marigold before fluttering across to the next balcony. Every now and then, a purple sunbird stops to sip nectar from a hibiscus flower. F

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
As Cities Overheat Across Europe, German App Shows The Coolest Way Home
World

As Cities Overheat Across Europe, German App Shows The Coolest Way Home

As Europe reels from extreme heatwaves, a German app is helping people stay cool by mapping shaded walking routes. The app uses sun and shadow data to guide commuters away from heat-exposed streets.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
'Many Come And Go': Science Minister Downplays ISRO Resignations
India

'Many Come And Go': Science Minister Downplays ISRO Resignations

To a question about India's future space missions, the Union minister recalled what the space agency's former chief had remarked

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Husband Dead, Son Stabbed, Karnataka Doctor Found Casually Browsing Phone
India

Husband Dead, Son Stabbed, Karnataka Doctor Found Casually Browsing Phone

Police were alerted by neighbours and entered the Ranka Stello Apartments on Karnataka University Road of Dharwad, which lies 435 km from capital Bengaluru. They found Dr Honannavar with fatal stab wounds to the neck.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
4 Arrested For Misbehaving With Delhi Poll Officer During Voter Revision
India

4 Arrested For Misbehaving With Delhi Poll Officer During Voter Revision

According to Delhi Police, the incident took place on July 5 at Fatak Telian in the Chandni Mahal area.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
'Cowardly Crime Against Children': Iran Slams US Attack Near Cancer Hospital
India

'Cowardly Crime Against Children': Iran Slams US Attack Near Cancer Hospital

Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said that the attack was "reminiscent of Israel's atrocities against healthcare facilities". He said that the attack caused severe suffering and anxiety to the children who were

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul
Top AI Models Are Less Critical Of Repressive Regimes: Meta Report
India

Top AI Models Are Less Critical Of Repressive Regimes: Meta Report

A study showed AI services were echoing the rules of countries that restrict speech and that bias could creep into services used by an increasing number of users.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 16 Jul