tech Canon solidified its dominance in the global digital camera market for 2025. The company sold 4.5 million cameras, achieving a 45.7% market share worldwide. This represents a 2.5% increase from 2024, with 1 million more units shipped. FujiFilm entered the top 3 with almost 12% share, challenging the long reign of Canon. Looking ahead, Canon continues its strategy of strong volume sales across various price points. 📸
sports Shubman Gill gave a high praise to Prasidh Krishna just before the Galle Test match. This assessment was made while discussing the choice between Krishna and Gurnoor Brar in the lineup. The latest performance showed Krishna bowling exceptionally well, leading to a significant opportunity for him. This praise puts Krishna in contention to challenge for a spot among India's fast bowling reserves. He now has another Test to solidify his place ahead of other hopefuls. 🏏
tech The Pixel 11 Pro XL is facing some scrutiny due to price hikes and downgrades, making buyers look for alternatives. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a prime option, starting at $1,300, boasting Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performance and a 200MP camera. For something different, the Motorola Razr Ultra (2026) is available for $1,500, offering a flip design and two-day battery life. Budget-wise, the Pixel 10a costs $500, giving users similar Pixel perks with six years of software support. These alternatives present different trade-offs in features versus value. 📱
entertainment Sunny Deol and Rajkumar Santoshi are set to collaborate again after Batwara 1947 on a new action film. The actor-director duo will reunite for their fifth project, possibly a sequel to Ghatak, starting next year. This collaboration follows their previous hits like Ghayal in 1990 and Damini in 1993. Makers plan an official announcement within three months before production begins next year. Deol is also preparing for Lord Hanuman in Ramayana by Diwali 2026.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is reportedly growing exponentially with over 2,500 deaths recorded. The senior UN coordinator stated this crisis is the biggest in the country's history, with half the fatalities occurring in the last 20 days. The epidemic now covers an area larger than France and is spreading faster than the response can manage. The DRC faces challenges like weak health infrastructure and security, while 70,000 Ervebo vaccine doses are expected. International support is urgently needed to slow transmission and prevent spread to neighbors.
sports The Free Practice session for the 2026 F1 Dutch Grand Prix is currently live from Zandvoort. Max Verstappen is aiming to secure a top spot in what is his final home race. Kimi Antonelli leads the championship by 50 points over Lewis Hamilton, with George Russell nine points behind. Isack Hadjar is sidelined due to a wrist injury, giving Liam Lawson a chance at Red Bull. Yuki Tsunoda will be covering for Lawson at Racing Bulls this weekend.
india Rahul Gandhi and Congress leaders held a live protest outside the DCP office at Parliament Street Police Station. The protest was against alleged excessive force, lathis, and pellet guns used on students on July 20. Delhi Police accepted a complaint from Sahil Lochab, stating the matter is currently sub judice. Congress leaders are insisting on the registration of an FIR regarding the July 20 incident. This action follows previous visits to Mandir Marg Police Station to demand accountability.
india The Himachal Pradesh Assembly session was abruptly adjourned within 10 minutes due to a heated argument over the singing of Vande Mataram. The clash happened in the Assembly premises involving the Opposition BJP and the ruling Congress party. The confrontation occurred during the Monsoon Session, which began on a specific date not mentioned. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu accused the BJP of political maneuvering, while BJP MLA Vipin Singh Parmar countered that Congress was politicizing the national song. The Speaker maintained that the session would follow established legislative rules. 🇮🇳
entertainment India is experiencing a microdrama boom, where short, fast-paced entertainment is gaining traction among younger viewers. This shift is being led by Gen Z who are accustomed to consuming short-form content like Instagram reels. Episodes are now as short as one to two minutes, offering instant gratification that contrasts with long-form content. Story TV's COO, GSN Aditya, noted Indians already love serialised stories, but the consumption method is changing. Investors are noticing this format because it allows companies to test multiple stories quickly, with shows like The Bose Network hitting 6 million views in 48 hours.
entertainment Sunny Deol's film 'Batwara 1947' saw a 44.4% drop in collections on Day 8. The period drama, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, is currently in its second week across India and worldwide. On Day 8, the film earned a net collection of Rs. 0.75 crore in India and Rs. 0.50 crore overseas. This performance missed the domestic Rs. 35 crore milestone by Rs 65 lacs. The movie now needs about Rs. 2.38 crore more to hit the Rs. 50 crore worldwide milestone. 🎬
entertainment A fire broke out at Salman Khan's gym franchise in Greater Kailash-I on Thursday night. The incident occurred at the M Block Market location, prompting immediate action from local personnel. No casualties or significant damage were reported from the blaze that started around 10:15 pm. Officials suspect the fire might have originated from a short circuit, and the fire brigade contained it. The gym outlet operates under the actor's brand while Khan shoots 'Monster' and prepares for Bigg Boss 20. 🎬
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