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These seven smartphones combine durable designs with capable cameras, strong performance, and long-lasting battery life. (Shubh Bhushan – Hindustan Times)A smartphone is something most people carry everywhere, which means it is bound to encounter rain, accidental spills, or the occasional drop into water. While no phone is completely waterproof, water-resistant models offer an extra layer of protection against these everyday mishaps.An IP rating indicates how well a device is protected from dust and water, with higher ratings generally offering better resistance. Alongside durability, these smartphones continue to deliver strong cameras, capable processors, long battery life, and feature-rich software.If water resistance…
The Rupee appreciated sharply by 61 paise to close at 95.92 against the U.S. Dollar on Monday. File | Photo Credit: PTI The rupee appreciated sharply by 61 paise to close at 95.92 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar on Monday (July 27, 2026), driven by a steep correction in crude oil prices after the U.S. and Iran paused the war in West Asia, triggering hopes of easing global trade tensions.According to Forex traders, the local currency also found support from a firm trend in domestic equities and weakness in the U.S. Dollar against major currencies.At the interbank foreign exchange, the…
Australia’s first new oil refinery in 60 years could be built in Western Australia under the Albanese government’s long-term strategy to shield the country from future global oil shocks.The commonwealth and the WA government will fund a $4m early-stage feasibility study into construction of what would be the country’s third large-scale petrol refinery.A series of refinery closures over the past 25 years means Australia now imports about 90% of its liquid fuels, a vulnerability exposed by the international oil crisis sparked by the US-Israel war on Iran.Sign up for the Breaking News Australia emailThe announcement comes as Jim Chalmers, the…
An IAF Jaguar fighter dropping bombs during a live fire exercise. (Image credit: IAF) As the conflict in West Asia nears the five-month mark, US President Donald Trump has once again threatened to target the now-famous Pickaxe Mountain, a location at the heart of the current conflict.It is deep within the man-made tunnels of this mountain that Iran has hidden its nuclear facilities, quite literally out of reach of the Americans or the Israelis. At the heart of the conflict, which has had wide-ranging effects across the world, is Iran’s desire to develop nuclear weapons.190 Nukes: India’s Nuclear Lead Over…
Messaging app Telegram has filed a petition in court challenging an Indian government order that has temporarily blocked use of the platform in an effort to prevent exam fraud, legal website Bar and Bench reported on Wednesday.The blocking of the app, which began on Tuesday and will run until June 22, was put in place to stop candidates for medical school cheating from on exams.Telegram did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.Last month, the Indian government cancelled a key undergraduate entrance exam for medical colleges after authorities said they were investigating allegations that its questions had been…
Five Bosnian climbers have died on Russia’s Mount Elbrus after being caught in a violent storm, but the bodies of three people have not yet been evacuated due to bad weather, RIA Novosti reported on Sunday, citing Russian authorities. Russia’s Emergency Situations Ministry said rescuers evacuated the bodies of two dead climbers who were located on the mountain at an altitude of 5,350 meters (17,550 feet). Two other climbers were rescued from the mountain and taken for medical care. The regional branch of the Investigative Committee, Russia’s top investigative body, said rescuers had recovered the bodies of three more deceased climbers, but added that they…
A major highlight of the evening was a captivating dance presentation by the disciples of Dr Shovana Narayan, who brought several karanas to life through Kathak. An enriching evening celebrating the intersection of dance, history, archaeology and scholarship unfolded at the India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi, on Saturday, July 25, 2026, with the presentation of Kathak exponent Dr Shovana Narayan’s latest book, Speaking Sculptures: Karanas in Kathak, published by Shubhi Publications.The programme, held at the C.D. Deshmukh Auditorium, brought together eminent scholars, cultural administrators, dancers and lovers of the arts for a thought-provoking exploration of the historical roots of…
Farmers alleged that private traders had occupied key vending spaces inside the market, preventing local growers from bringing in and selling their produce directly to consumers. COIMBATORE: Farmers have urged the district administration to take immediate action against unauthorised private traders operating in the RS Puram uzhavar santhai (farmers’ market) and ensure that stalls are reserved for genuine agricultural producers.The farmers alleged that private traders had occupied key vending spaces inside the market, preventing local growers from bringing in and selling their produce directly to consumers. As a result, several farmers were being forced to set up temporary stalls along…
LPG company clerk Rajesh Kumar Bose who lost Rs 3 lakh to scammers Bhubaneswar: An employee of an LPG distribution company in Bhubaneswar lost nearly Rs 3 lakh to cyber fraudsters after downloading a fake cylinder‑booking app amid the recent cooking gas crisis triggered by the West Asia conflict.Though the fraud took place in May, it came to light on Monday when the victim, Rajesh Kumar Bose (40), visited the city’s cyber police station to check the progress of the probe. “I was duped of Rs 2.91 lakh on May 18. The very next day, I lodged a complaint with…
Aizawl: Mizoram will receive Rs 120 crore in performance-linked central assistance for strengthening public health infrastructure in 2026-27, chief minister Lalduhoma announced on Monday.Lalduhoma made the announcement during a visit to Zoram Medical College & Hospital (ZMC&H) at Falkawn, accompanied by health minister Lalrinpuii and adviser to the chief minister TBC Lalvenchhunga.The state qualified for incentives under two indicators — improvement in the infant mortality rate (IMR) and growth in the number of health facilities certified under the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS).Mizoram’s IMR declined from 13 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2023 to 12 in 2024, earning it…