Having a very good cost base critical in India: Skoda Auto Executive

Skoda Auto is aiming to increase its market share in India with the launch of its new sub-compact SUV, the Kylaq. Priced competitively below its rivals, the Kylaq marks Skoda's return to the segment after 11 years.

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Auto retails get a festive season boost, overall sales jump 32% year-on-year

Vehicle registrations in India surged by 32% in October compared to the previous year. The growth was driven by the festive season, with both Navratri and Diwali falling in the same month. Two-wheeler sales saw a significant increase of 36.34%. Passenger vehicle sales also witnessed substantial growth, rising by 32.38%.

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Android 16 Release Date Leak Hints at a Much Sooner Rollout Than Previous Updates: Report

Android 16 is the purported operating system (OS) expected to arrive as a successor next year to Android 15 which debuted in September. While Google has confirmed a timeline of the update’s release, an exact date is yet to be revealed. However, a recent report suggests that Android 16 could be released for devices much sooner than previous updates, with the summer o...

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Honda 2-wheeler domestic sales rise 20% to 5.5 lakh in October, exports jump 48%

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India witnessed a 21% surge in sales this October, selling 5,97,711 units. This success was fueled by a 20% rise in domestic sales and a significant 48% jump in exports. The company also celebrated milestones, crossing 10 million cumulative sales in central India and 5 million in Karnataka.

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Xiaomi 14 Android 15-Based HyperOS 1.1 Stable Update Reportedly Rolling Out to Users

Xiaomi 14 runs on Android 14-based HyperOS out-of-the-box. Previously, the company confirmed that the Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0 will roll out to the Xiaomi 14 series phones. However, a report now suggests that a stable version of the HyperOS 1.1 update based on Android 15 has started rolling out to Xiaomi 14 users in select regions.

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Suzuki Motorcycle India vehicle sales rises 19 pc to 1,20,055 units in October

Suzuki Motorcycle India witnessed a 19% surge in total vehicle sales this October, reaching 1,20,055 units compared to the previous year. This achievement was fueled by record-breaking domestic sales, hitting an all-time high of 1,04,940 units, marking a 24% increase. However, exports saw a slight dip of 7%, settling at 15,115 units.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Cases Leak, Hinting Towards Design Tweaks on Ultra Model

Samsung Galaxy S25 series is expected to make its debut early next year. Rumour mills hint towards major changes coming to Samsung's flagship smartphone lineup in terms of hardware. The latest leak comes courtesy of a tipster who has shared images of the alleged cases of the Galaxy S25 series. The images suggest a shift in the design strategy of the purported top-of-t...

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Royal Enfield unveils the flying flea C6: A new era of electric motorcycles

Royal Enfield unveiled its first electric motorcycle, The Flying Flea C6, under a new brand. Set to launch in spring 2026, the premium-priced motorcycle marks the company's foray into the EV market. Royal Enfield has been investing heavily in EV R&D and infrastructure, with plans for an EV manufacturing plant in Chennai.

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Bajaj auto domestic 2-wheelers sales dropped 8 pc in Oct (YoY), exports surge 22 pc

Bajaj Automobiles' domestic two-wheeler sales decreased by 8 per cent in October compared to last year. However, the company's overall two-wheeler sales rose by 2 per cent due to strong exports, which grew by 22 per cent. Domestic commercial vehicle sales also saw a decline. The overall performance was balanced by the robust export growth.

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iOS 18.2 Update for iPhone With Image Playground, ChatGPT Integration to Release Earlier Than Expected: Report

Apple last week introduced the iOS 18.1 update which brought Apple Intelligence. Now, a recent report suggests that the next batch of Apple Intelligence features, including ChatGPT integration in Siri and a new Image Playground app, might arrive with the iOS 18.2 update for iPhone sooner than expected. The release timeline of other iOS 18 updates, along with the impro...

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VW cost cutting necessary after 'decades of structural problems', CEO tells paper

Volkswagen plans to cut costs to address long-standing structural issues. CEO Oliver Blume said weak market demand in Europe and lower earnings from China highlight these problems. Volkswagen may close three factories in Germany, lay off thousands of employees, and reduce operations in remaining plants. It has set aside approximately 900 million euros to implement these changes.

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AM/NS to set up INR 1.4 lakh cr steel project in Andhra

In the first phase of the project, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel will establish a 7.3 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA) capacity blast furnace steel plant with an initial investment of INR 80,000 crore.

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Maruti Suzuki looks to cash in on 'few lakh marriages' in November to carry festive sales momentum

Maruti Suzuki India achieved record retail sales of 2,02,402 units in October, driven by festive demand. The company is optimistic about sustaining this growth momentum in November, aided by a high number of marriages anticipated across the country. They project 4-5% growth for the ongoing fiscal year and have successfully managed inventory levels.

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Update the CV: What commercial vehicle makers are doing to attract the reluctant millennial driver

Truck manufacturers in India are changing truck designs to improve driver comfort and efficiency. Modern trucks feature car-like interiors, better aerodynamics, and enhanced safety. Electric drivetrains offer new design possibilities. This evolution addresses the shortage of drivers and aims to make the job more appealing.

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Oppo Find X8 Mini Tipped to Launch Soon; Might Compete With Vivo X200 Pro Mini

Oppo Find X8 Mini could be launched in the coming months, alongside the purported Find X8 Ultra model, according to a Chinese tipster. These handsets could join the recently launched Oppo Find X8 and Find X8 Pro models, and the Find X8 Mini could compete with the Vivo X200 Pro Mini.

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iPhone 14 Plus Service Program for Rear Camera Issue Announced by Apple: Check Eligibility

Apple has launched a service program addressing a rear camera issue in certain iPhone 14 Plus models produced over the span of one year. iPhone 14 Plus units impacted by this issue will be eligible for free servicing at authorised Apple service providers, according to the company while customers who already paid for repairs can contact the company for a refund.

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Nothing Exploring Development of Own Mobile OS as Android Alternative, Carl Pei Says

Nothing is exploring the development of its own mobile operating system, according to a statement from Nothing CEO and founder Carl Pei at TechCrunch Disrupt. The company's devices currently run on Google's Android system, like smartphones from most companies except Huawei and Apple.

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Apple to Invest Up to $1.5 Billion in Globalstar for Satellite Coverage Expansion

Apple is set to invest as much as $1.5 billion in Globalstar, as the iPhone maker looks to enhance the satellite communication services available on its smartphones. The agreement includes a $1.1 billion cash investment by Apple, along with a $400 million purchase for a 20% equity stake in Globalstar. The satellite firm plans to allocate some of the investment towards...

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