Key Highlights: WhatsApp rolls out Status Ads and Promoted Channels for some Android beta testers. Ads are limited to public spaces alone, with large “Sponsored” labels. New features include ad-blocking and transparency in the form of Activity Reports. Key Background: WhatsApp, acquired by Meta in 2014, has circumvented advertising for…
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Reliance Acquires Kelvinator to Strengthen Foothold in India’s Appliance Market
Key Points: Reliance Retail has bought brand Kelvinator, an ageing home appliance brand, in a bid to consolidate its consumer durables business. The acquisition is that of rights of brand Kelvinator, washing machine and refrigerator brand, in India and some other foreign markets. Electrolux parent company of Kelvinator has closed…

Google Launches Free AI Pro Plan for Indian Students to Accelerate Digital Education
Key Points: Google is giving Indian college students a complimentary one-year AI Pro Plan that is worth ₹19,500. Comprises access to Gemini 2.5 Pro, Veo 3, Deep Research, NotebookLM, Gemini Live, and 2 TB storage. Needs to be 18+, register using a personal Gmail, and redeem by September 15, 2025….

Tesla Enters India: Price list of Model Y EVs in India revealed
Key Highlights : Tesla inaugurates its first India store in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai on 15th July 2025. The car maker launches the Model Y electric SUV with two trim options for ₹60–68 lakh. Tesla will install charging infrastructure in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai; delivery to start in Q3 2025….

Mercedes-Benz India to Increase Car Prices by Up to 1-1.5% from September
Key Highlights : Mercedes-Benz India to roll out a 1–1.5% price hike in September 2025. Rupee depreciation against the euro cited as the primary justification for the hike. EMI effect anticipated to be nil with reduced finance rates and consistent demand. Key Background : Mercedes-Benz India’s third price hike…

Tesla Set to Open First India Showroom in Mumbai on July 15
Key Highlights : Tesla’s launch of its first India showroom in Mumbai on July 15, 2025. Model Y EVs to be imported and retailed for more than ₹47 lakh because of the heavy import duty. Tesla is keeping its focus on imports and brand experience with no local manufacturing on…

Virat Kohli’s Net Worth: Collection of Cars, Business Ventures, and Opulent Homes
Virat Kohli’s name immediately comes to mind when we consider cricket brilliance. In addition to his centuries and game-winning exploits, Kohli has amassed a fortune that matches some of the biggest names in international sports. An astounding ₹1,050 crores, or around $126 million to $127 million, is Virat Kohli’s estimated…

Starlink Secures Final Regulatory Clearance to Launch Satellite Internet in India
Key Highlights : Starlink has been granted its final Indian regulatory clearance by IN-SPACe to provide satellite broadband services in India until July 2030. The firm then needs to acquire spectrum, build gateway stations, and clear security tests before becoming commercial. Key Background : Starlink’s foray into India’s satellite…

The Life of Sandeep Maheshwari: Inspirational Story, Net Worth, and Personal Facts
Sandeep Maheshwari is a name that instills such hope in the hearts of millions of budding youth in India and worldwide. Through his motivational talks and simple nature, he has become a ray of hope, a source of strength, and a guiding light. His rags-to-riches journey from being a middle-class…

Apple Appoints Sabih Khan as New COO as Jeff Williams Announces Retirement
Key Points : Apple names Sabih Khan as new Chief Operating Officer (COO) to replace Jeff Williams. Khan would take office later this month; Williams would retire later this year. Apple design team would directly report to CEO Tim Cook after transition. Key Background : Succession of leadership from…