ASUS has introduced its 2025 range of TUF and ROG gaming laptops in the Indian market, targeting gamers, creative professionals, and performance-focused users. The lineup features the TUF Gaming F16 and A16, ROG Strix G16, and Zephyrus G14—each equipped with cutting-edge NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs and the latest Intel and AMD processors. With pricing starting at Rs. 1,44,990 and reaching up to Rs. 1,84,990, these models promise enhanced graphics, high refresh rate displays, and robust build quality.

In a landmark decision aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has approved the implementation of biannual board examinations for Class 10 starting in 2026. Students will be required to appear in the first phase, scheduled for February, while the second, optional phase in May will offer an opportunity to improve scores in selected subjects.

India’s loss in the opening Test against England at Headingley has ignited a fresh round of introspection around leadership and team balance. Former England captain Nasser Hussain echoed Ravi Shastri’s concerns about Shubman Gill’s lack of tactical command, questioning the young skipper's reactive approach in a high-pressure debut. Hussain also reignited discussions around India's long-standing struggle to find a seam-bowling all-rounder—emphasizing the void left by players like Hardik Pandya.

The aftermath of the Ludhiana West by-election has triggered a leadership crisis within the Punjab Congress, exposing widening internal fissures. Following the party's electoral defeat, senior vice-presidents Pargat Singh and Kushaldeep Singh Dhillon tendered their resignations, citing the need for collective accountability rather than scapegoating individuals. Their departure comes on the heels of party candidate Bharat Bhushan Ashu’s resignation as working president.

The Ludhiana West by-election served as a complex litmus test for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Punjab, reflecting both resilience and limitations. Despite securing third place with a 22.54% vote share—slightly down from 2022—BJP leaders hailed their campaign as a success under extraordinary constraints, including the sudden demise of state in-charge Vijay Rupani. With just 13 days to campaign and a last-minute candidate nomination, the BJP still managed to consolidate its core base.

In the fiercely contested budget 5G smartphone segment, two new contenders—Vivo T4 Lite 5G and Oppo K13x 5G—have emerged, vying for the attention of cost-conscious consumers without compromising on essential features. With both models offering Android 15, large batteries, and respectable camera setups, the competition comes down to nuanced differences in performance, software experience, charging speeds, and design.

Global superstar Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently offered a rare and heartwarming glimpse into her personal life during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. She revealed that her daughter, Malti Marie, has developed a fondness for “APT,” a chart-topping collaboration between BLACKPINK's Rosé and Bruno Mars. The song, released in October 2024, has become Malti’s daily anthem.

Seventeen-year-old Australian sprinter Gout Gout stunned the athletics world by clocking 20.02 seconds in the 200-meter race at the Ostrava Golden Spike meet in the Czech Republic—shaving two-hundredths off his own national record. In his first senior-level competition abroad, Gout outpaced seasoned rivals and sparked comparisons with sprinting legend Usain Bolt. Already among the world’s top U-20 sprinters, Gout’s fearless performance signals the rise of a new sprinting force.

Actor Esha Gupta has finally addressed long-standing speculation about her alleged relationship with Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya. In a candid conversation, Gupta clarified that while there was a brief phase of communication between them, it never evolved into a full-fledged romance. She emphasized that their interaction was short-lived and ended before it reached the stage of a serious commitment. Gupta also commented on the controversy surrounding Pandya’s remarks on Koffee With Karan, noting that she had no personal stake in it.

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has announced the launch of Tevimbra in India, marking its entry into the fast-growing field of immuno-oncology. Approved by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Tevimbra is indicated for the treatment of advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). Originally developed by global biotech leader BeiGene (now BeOne Medicines), Tevimbra has already been approved in the U.S., EU, China, and Australia.