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The All-New Adventure X Persona, featuring in its flagship SUVs: The Tata Harrier and the Tata Safari, has been unveiled by Tata Motors. With this unveiling, India’s leading SUV manufacturer has brought in a complete package of adventure, performance, and features. Both are available for grabs, starting today, at an introductory price of ₹ 18.99 lakh for the Harrier Adventure X and ₹ 19.99 lakh for the Safari Adventure X+ persona. The Harrier and Safari Adventure Persona stand out at this price point with segment-first features like ADAS with Adaptive Cruise Control (AT), 360° HD Surround View, Trail Hold EPB…

India’s media innovator Farhat Khan joins global film powerhouse IIFSA as fellow and Astar award council member. Here is the report: As the global film industry increasingly embraces innovation at the intersection of art, science, and education, an Indian academic has been named to one of its most distinguished international institutions. Prof. Farhat Basir Khan has been elected a Fellow of the International Institute of Film Science and Art (IIFSA) and appointed to its Astar Award Council, becoming the first Indian to hold both positions. The dual appointment represents a significant moment for India’s academic and cinematic communities. It signals…

Illegal e-rickshaws and encroachers had hard times on Wednesday. In a drive launched days ahead of Independence Day, Jamia Nagar Police seized several illegal e-rickshaws plying on Batla House roads. As words spread in the area of the crackdown, many e-rickshaw drivers were seen fleeting to safety. “If you see any e-rickshaw without a number plate catch it and bring it to the police station. We will continue this drive here for another half an hour. The drive is against those without number plates,” said Jamia Nagar SHO Narpal Singh Yadav. E-rickshaws operating without number plates or valid permissions were…

Gold prices increase Rs 200 to Rs 99,020 per 10 grams on Wednesday, driven by sustained purchase from stockists amid heightened safe-haven demand. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had settled at Rs 98,820 per 10 grams in the last session. Gold of 99.5 per cent purity also witnessed an uptick, rising Rs 100 to Rs 98,600 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Rs 98,500 in the previous market close. “Gold traded with a moderate positive bias on Wednesday as safe-haven demand continued to push precious metals higher,” said Saumil Gandhi, Senior Analyst, Commodities at HDFC…

Gold prices surged by Rs 800 to Rs 98,820 per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday, driven by robust buying from stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 98,020 per 10 grams in the previous session. Similarly, gold of 99.5 per cent purity rose by Rs 700 to Rs 98,500 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes), compared with Monday’s closing price of Rs 97,800 per 10 grams. Gold prices have gone up again. “Gold prices rose on Tuesday, supported by demand for safe haven…

Triumph Thruxton 400 in India is coming to India as Triumph Motorcycles is all set to launch the much-awaited Thruxton 400 in the country, priced at ₹2.60 lakh (ex-showroom). Designed as a retro-modern café racer, the Thruxton 400 combines timeless British styling with modern performance and safety features. Built in collaboration with Bajaj Auto, this bike marks Triumph’s bold entry into the premium 400cc segment. Here’s a deep dive into its full specifications, pricing, features, and how it compares with rivals like the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650. ALSO READ: Honda CB125 Hornet debuts in India: Top features, price and…

Gold prices rose Rs 400 to Rs 98,020 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday, driven by renewed buying from stockists amid a weak rupee and firm global trends, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 97,620 per 10 grams on Friday. Similarly, gold of 99.5 per cent purity advanced Rs 300 to Rs 97,800 per 10 grams, including taxes, from the previous close of Rs 97,500 per 10 grams. Silver also witnessed a rise, climbing Rs 500 to Rs 1,10,000 per kilogram, compared to its…

Panic gripped Jamia Nagar on Monday after a dramatic eight-minute video clip surfaced in local WhatsApp groups, claiming a leopard had been spotted roaming near Ghaffar Manzil. The clip, accompanied by an alarming message “urging parents to keep their children indoors”, spread like wildfire across social media platforms and resident groups, triggering fear and speculation. ALSO READ: Gold prices slip: Golden opportunity for buyers Despite the frenzy, The OT exercised editorial caution and refrained from publishing the video until its authenticity could be independently verified. While many rushed to amplify the unconfirmed footage, the OT prioritised responsible journalism, mindful of…

Honda CB125 Hornet debuts in India: Top features, price and competitors. Here is a detailed report. For motorcycle enthusiasts, there’s exciting news on the horizon Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has officially launched the much-anticipated CB125 Hornet in the Indian market. Priced competitively at ₹1.12 lakh (ex-showroom, Gurgaon), the CB125 Hornet now stands as Honda’s most premium 125cc offering in the country, signaling the brand’s intent to dominate the performance commuter segment. ALSO READ: Triumph Thruxton 400 in India: Price, specs, features & launch details Unveiled on August 1, this stylish streetfighter, Honda CB125 Hornet,  is squarely aimed at…

In a big step toward inclusive and accessible banking, India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has launched a new face authentication feature, making it easier for senior citizens and differently-abled individuals to manage their finances without any hassle. With this latest move, customers can now carry out banking transactions from the comfort of their homes and no need to remember OTPs or struggle with fingerprint sensors. A simple glance at the camera is enough. ALSO READ: Gold prices slip: Golden opportunity for buyers This nationwide rollout uses Aadhaar-based facial recognition technology, developed under the framework of UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India).…