Top budget-friendly tech gifts for Diwali and Bhai Dooj 2024: Headphones, smartwatch and more
With Diwali and Bhai Dooj approaching, explore budget-friendly tech gifts from Amazon. Options include the Noise Pulse 2 Max smartwatch, Cosmic Byte ARES controller, OnePlus Nord Buds 2r, boAt Stone 620 speaker, and JBL Tune 510BT headphones, all priced affordably for the festive season. Key Points
mintGreen drive: Hero Moto eyes e-bikes over '4 lakh
India Business News: Hero MotoCorp plans to enter the e-bikes market with premium zero-emission two-wheelers priced above Rs 4 lakh. The company aims to capitalize on competitors' expansion in the electric vehicle segment. Find out more about Hero MotoCorp's electric vehicle strategy. Key Points
Times Of IndiaPlayStation Summer Sale: Discounts on titles including Hogwarts Legacy, The Last of Us Part and others
PlayStation's Summer Sale offers up to 75% off on select PS4 and PS5 games, including The Last of Us Part I, Elden Ring, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II's Warzone 2.0. Sale ends August 16. Key Points
mintSamsung Galaxy F54 5G, Realme 11 Pro and other recently launched 5G phones under ₹30,000
Samsung, Realme, and other brands recently launched smartphones priced below ₹30,000 in India. Samsung Galaxy F54 5G, Realme 11 Pro 5G, Motorola Edge 40, and Poco F5 5G are some options. Key Points
mintYeh dil maange more: Companies now focus on ‘all things premium’
The number of car models available in the sub Rs 10 lakh category more than halved to 27 in the June quarter from 57 in FY19. Models priced over Rs 10 lakh almost doubled to 50. Of the half a dozen or so passenger vehicles unveiled this fiscal year, only the Maruti Suzuki Fronx and the Hyundai Exter have variants priced below Rs 10 lakh. The Maruti Suzuki Jimny and the new Kia Seltos as well as the forthcoming Citroen C3 Aircross and the Honda Elevate are all tagged upward of Rs 10 lakh. Key Points
Economic Times
Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023: Best deals on smartphones, laptops, smart devices, you shouldn’t miss
Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale offers wide range of gadgets with discounts. Extra 10% off with SBI Credit Card or EMI. Top deals on smartphones, laptops, Echo speakers, and Fire TV stick. Key Points
mintTop 5 best smartphones in India under ₹20,000: Redmi Note 12, Moto G73, OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G and more
The Redmi Note 12, priced at ₹16,999, offers impressive performance, a vibrant display, and long battery life. Other options include the iQOO Z7, Moto G73, realme 10 Pro 5G, and OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G, all priced between ₹18,999 and ₹19,999, with varying features. Key Points
mintAmazon's Rs 399 shopping-only membership to compete with Flipkart VIP plan
Priced at Rs 399 for one year, the new membership provides limited shopping-related benefits like free shipping and one-day deliveries. It will only be available to Android phone users and on the Amazon website. Key Points
Economic TimesAmazon offering huge discounts on 5G phones: check deals on OnePlus, iQOO and other phones
Amazon is back with yet another deal on smartphones. This time the e-commerce giant is offering host of deals on 5G phones. Key Points
India TodayJSW Infrastructure shares debut at 20% premium over IPO price
JSW Infrastructure has priced the issue in the range of Rs 113-119 per share. The IPO, which is entirely a fresh equity issue of Rs 2,800 crore, was subscribed 37 times at close. Key Points
Economic Times
Ola gears up to widen e-scooter portfolio for market share gains
Ola Electric, Indias leading e-scooter manufacturer, plans to introduce four to five new models by the end of the current fiscal year. As per the firm, Olas scooters are now the most affordable among the top five brands in India due to an increase in market prices. The firm's new product range aims to span multiple price points, with the launch of the S1 Air in July now expected to retail for INR109,999. Key Points
Economic TimesUltra rich chase Rs 1 crore-plus supercars on luxury drive
Carmakers such as Mercedes, BMW, Audi and Toyota rolled out eight new models with eight-figure price tags in 2023, taking the number of such models in the country to 31, according to data collated by Jato Dynamics. The data does not include models from super-luxury carmakers such as Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Lamborghini, and Aston Martin. Carmakers said increased wealth creation, particularly among younger people, is driving the increasing demand for top-end vehicles, or TEVs. Key Points
Economic TimesEndefo expands its product portfolio in India with new earbuds, smartwatches and other devices
Dubai-based Endefo has launched six new electronics products in India, including smartwatches, earbuds, a portable speaker, power banks, and a boom box. The devices will be available through Amazon and retail stores from July 15. Key Points
mintBest smartwatches to buy under 2,000 rupees
Smartwatches have become a popular accessory for fitness enthusiasts, busy professionals, and tech-savvy individuals. With a wide range of features such as heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and app notifications, smartwatches have made it easier for people to stay connected and stay on top of their health and fitness goals. However, not everyone wants to spend a lot of money on a smartwatch. In this article, we will take a look at the best smartwatches under ₹2,000 Key Points
mintAsia shares wobble, traders on guard as Japanese inflation tops forecast
By Tom Westbrook SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Asian shares slipped on Tuesday, with slightly warmer-than-expected Japanese inflation putting investors on guard ahead of price data due in Europe and the U.S. Key Points
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SiriusXM rolls out new streaming app
SiriusXM (SIRI.O) launched its new streaming app with a rebranded logo on Wednesday as the satellite radio company looks to add subscribers with the introduction of its lower priced offerings. Key Points
ReutersRedmi Note 13, Note 13 Pro, Note 13 Pro+ go on sale today: Check price, bank offers, and more
The Redmi Note 13 5G series is now available for purchase. Here are all the details on the pricing of the smartphones, bank offers, exchange bonus, and more. Key Points
India TodayUltra rich drive super-luxe cars in the fast lane
This comes as luxury cars, priced above Rs 40 lakh, are collectively headed for record sales in 2023, having sold an estimated 48,000 units between January and September, surpassing the previous high of 40,000 units sold in the entire 2018. The likes of Lexus, Rolls Royce, Lamborghini, Maybach and Ferrari together sold an estimated 6,800 units between January and September, higher than sales of 6,500 units of cars priced between Rs 75-99 lakh. Key Points
Economic TimesRaksha Bandhan 2024 gift ideas: 5 Electric scooters you can buy for your siblings - Ola S1 X, Ather 450X and more
Celebrate Raksha Bandhan by gifting your sister an eco-friendly electric two-wheeler. Options include the Ola S1 X, Lectrix EV LXS G2.0, Hero Electric Optima CX, LXS G3.0, and Ather 450X Gen 3. Key Points
mintBalenciaga’s tape-inspired bracelet whips up shock!
The $4,000 ( ₹3.3 lakh, approx) bracelet unveiled at Paris Fashion Week has got zany reactions from netizens. Key Points
Hindustan Times
For risk takers with long-term perspective: 5 midcap stocks with upside potential of up to 47%
Now that sensex has turned negative for 2024, focus will shift on how the returns. The narrative will focus on how returns and how the valuations are expensive. Yes, there is no doubt that valuations are expensive, they were even higher a month back, when everyone was saying cheers to mid-cap. At this point of time the question whether “ I should sell or buy more” needs to be replaced by “what business do I own and whether that business is going to grow or not” The reason why it is important to change the question itself is the fact that it business on the ground which will make the difference between in final returns. If by next month, markets are rallying once again, then all this talk about valuation will go away in thin air. Key Points
Economic TimesIn pics: Luxurious Lexus LM 350h launched in India at whopping ₹2 Cr! Have a look
Lexus unveils LM 350h luxury MPV in India, priced at ₹2-2.5 crore, featuring futuristic design, premium amenities, and potent hybrid engine. Key Points
mintKawasaki launches retro-styled Z650RS with traction control at ₹6.99 lakh: Know what's new
Kawasaki India launches 2024 Z650RS priced at ₹6.99 lakh with added traction control. Retro styling with modern engine, 649cc parallel-twin engine, 67 bhp power, and 6-speed gearbox. Tubular diamond frame, telescopic forks, and monoshock suspension. Key Points
mintThe Stanley Cup trend enters the Indian drinkware market
With the original cup being priced starting at Rs. 7,000 in India on Amazon, demand for lookalikes has soared. Key Points
Hindustan TimesExclusive: Bayer holds call with bond investors after raft of bad news
Bayer (BAYGn.DE) held a call with investors on Monday after a raft of bad news led some of them to question whether the German group had been upfront about its prospects ahead of a $5.75 billion bond issuance, three sources familiar with the situation said on Wednesday. Key Points
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Lexus launches new LC500h in India. Check updates, features and price
The 4-seater luxury coupe has been priced at ₹2.39 crore (ex-showroom). Key Points
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