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The Times of India Apple iPhone 16 launch dates announced and other top tech news of the week
Apple and IBM both announced layoffs this week, with Apple revealing its iPhone 16 event date. Telegram’s CEO faced charges for misuse of the app. Vivo and Realme launched new smartphones in India. The RBI introduced a UPI cash deposit feature, and Reliance Jio unveiled JioTvOS, JioHome, and JioTV+.
The Times of India ICICI Bank to customers: How SMS fraud work and tips to spot these scams
ICICI Bank has cautioned customers about SMS-based scams, wherein cybercriminals send fraudulent messages to extract sensitive information. The bank advises verifying the authenticity of messages via official channels, never sharing OTPs, and reporting fraud to the National Cyber Crime. Recognizing fake messages involves checking the sender’s number, avoiding urgent or error-filled texts, and steering clear of unsolicited links.
The Times of India Porn site makes this offer to French athlete who got disqualified at Paris Olympics 2024
French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati gained sudden social media fame when a video of him hitting the pole with his crotch circulated widely. Despite not qualifying for the Olympic finals, he received a $250,000 offer from adult content website CamSoda for a 60-minute webcam show. Ammirati has yet to comment on the offer.
The Times of India Gujarat braces for another spell of heavy rain, death toll at 47
Gujarat is expected to face heavy rainfall again starting Sunday, due to a depression moving from the Bay of Bengal towards the state and Maharashtra. The heavy rains from Aug 25 to Aug 29 resulted in 47 deaths across various districts. More rain is anticipated in Saurashtra, central, and south Gujarat regions until Sept 5.
The Times of India Bengal labourer lynched in Haryana on suspicion of eating beef
Five men and two teens have been detained in Haryana for allegedly lynching Sabir Malik, a 24-year-old migrant worker from Bengal, suspected of consuming beef. The incident has sparked political criticism regarding law enforcement. Malik's body has been returned to his West Bengal family, while migrant workers in the village fear for their safety.
The Times of India Battle for wheelchair duty tips hits baggage handling, delays Mumbai flights
IndiGo's Mumbai airport operations have been severely impacted by a turf war between two unions, Bharatiya Kamgar Sena (BKS) and Hawai Karmachari Sena (Hakse), over wheelchair job allocations. Frequent flash strikes and reassignments have delayed baggage handling and flights, affecting thousands of passengers. The conflict centers on IndiGo's ground-handling subsidiary, Agile Airports Services, ongoing since July.
The Times of India Watch: Serena Williams returns to US Open - as a fan
Serena Williams attended the U.S. Open for the first time since retiring, making a lively appearance at Flushing Meadows. The 23-time Grand Slam winner interacted with players, watched matches, and was a bridesmaid at Caroline Wozniacki's wedding. Wozniacki acknowledged Williams' energetic and supportive nature, celebrating their friendship.
The Times of India ‘All for sake of political stunt’: Kamala slams Trump for Arlington Cemetry visit
Vice President Kamala Harris criticised former President Donald Trump for his controversial visit to Arlington National Cemetery, accusing him of disrespecting sacred ground for political purposes. Trump posed with families of soldiers killed in Afghanistan, violating cemetery rules. The US Army confirmed a staff member was pushed aside for trying to stop Trump’s team.
The Times of India 'I don't know whether...': Dhoni on his relationship with Virat - Watch
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli, legendary figures in Indian cricket, share a deep mutual respect. Their bond has been crucial to Indian cricket's success. Dhoni transitioned to a mentor role and supported Kohli's career profoundly. Their friendship, characterized by guidance and camaraderie, continues robustly even after Dhoni's international retirement.
The Times of India 'India on track to be a top-10 tourist spot': Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, India's Union Tourism and Culture Minister, predicts India will rank among the top 10 global tourism destinations within five years. The tourism sector's contribution to India's economy is expected to rise significantly. The government is pushing for public-private partnerships, emphasizing Buddhist and domestic tourism. India's infrastructure growth has spurred increased interest in its tourist destinations post-Covid-19 pandemic.