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Dr. G. Viswanathan, Chancellor of Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), urged a renewed focus on education as a cornerstone for India’s transformation into a developed nation by 2047 during the university’s 40th Convocation Ceremony on Saturday. Supreme Court Justice R. Mahadevan, the chief guest, conferred degrees to 8,310 undergraduates, 2,802 postgraduates, and 451 doctoral graduates, while 68 students received gold medals for excellence and 203 were recognized for top rankings. Tamil Nadu Police Academy Director DGP Sandeep Rai Rathore received a Ph.D. in Disaster Management. The ceremony also included the inauguration of student hostels named after Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and Jagadish Chandra Bose, reflecting VIT’s commitment to providing holistic development for students. Times o...

The State Bank of India (SBI), a government-owned lender, has revised its home loan interest rates effective August 1, 2025, as reported by The Economic Times. The upper limit of SBI’s regular home loan interest range has been increased by 25 basis points, now standing at 8.70%, while the lower limit remains at 7.50%. This hike comes despite the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) maintaining its repo rate at 5.55% during the August 2025 policy meeting. SBI clarified that home loan interest rates are based on the borrower's CIBIL score and linked to the External Benchmark Lending Rate (EBLR), currently at 8.15%. This rate hike affects borrowers with weaker credit scores who fall into the higher interest bracket, increasing their EMI burden. For instance, a ₹50 lakh loan over 20 years at 8.70% ...

Realme has expanded its smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the new P4 series, featuring the Realme P4 Pro 5G and Realme P4 5G. Both models come equipped with a massive 7,000mAh battery supporting 80W fast charging and are powered by AI-enhanced Hyper Vision chipsets designed to boost display and gaming performance. The Realme P4 Pro 5G is priced at ₹24,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant, ₹26,999 for 8GB+256GB, and ₹28,999 for 12GB+256GB. It will be available from August 27 at 12 PM IST in Birch Wood, Dark Oak Wood, and Midnight Ivy colours. Buyers can avail of launch offers including ₹3,000 off on select bank cards, ₹2,000 exchange bonus, and 3-month no-cost EMI. The standard Realme P4 5G starts at ₹18,499, with Early Bird Sale on August 20 and full availability from August 25...

The Adani Group has issued a firm denial over reports suggesting that the Assam government allotted 3,000 bighas of land in DimaHasao district for a cement plant linked to the conglomerate. In a media statement from Ahmedabad, the group clarified that Mahabal Cement is not owned by, affiliated with, or connected to Adani Group in any way. “These reports and references are baseless, false and misleading. Linking the Adani name to Mahabal Cement is mischievous,” the spokesperson said, urging media outlets, digital platforms, and the public to verify facts before sharing such claims. The clarification comes amid circulating news articles, social media posts, and court hearing clips that inaccurately associated the Adani brand with Mahabal Cement. The group stressed that unverified and ...

The extraordinary recovery of 33-year-old Pinku Mani Talukdar, after undergoing 18 complex reconstructive surgeries at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, showcases the power of cutting-edge medical innovation and coordinated care in trauma treatment. Pinku, injured in a severe accident where she was dragged by a speeding truck, faced multiple rejections at Delhi hospitals before Amrita’s rapid intervention saved her limb and life. The hospital’s multi-stage reconstructive approach, led by Senior Consultant Dr. Shikha Gupta, reflects the increasing role of advanced surgical technologies and multidisciplinary collaboration in improving patient outcomes. Many point out that limited access to specialised care forces patients to travel far, increasing financial burdens and disrupting local econ...