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POCO unveils the C81 and C81X, budget smartphones sharing a UNISOC T7250 chip and 13MP camera. The C81 boasts Android 16, HyperOS 3, and advanced TÜV Rheinland display certifications for eye comfort. While both offer substantial batteries and 15W charging, the C81 is positioned as the more future-proof, user-friendly choice.

Poco has launched the C81 and C81x smartphones in India, featuring HD+ displays and promising extensive OS and security updates. Both devices support 15W fast charging and offer impressive battery capacities. The C81x is priced at Rs 9,999, while the C81 is available for Rs 10,999, with sales commencing April 27, 2026.

Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has evicted 81 families from Salia Sahi slum, completing the relocation process for a new 13-km parallel road. This eviction aims to significantly decongest the Jayadev Vihar-Nandakanan stretch, with officials expecting a 35-40% reduction in traffic congestion upon the road's completion.

Veteran actor Beau Starr, celebrated for his roles in 'Halloween' and 'Goodfellas', has passed away at 81. Starr, born in New York, died peacefully in Vancouver. His career spanned iconic horror films and acclaimed crime dramas, alongside numerous television appearances. He also had a notable background in professional football.

Gujarat Titans surged to second place with a dominant 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals, significantly boosting their playoff chances to 72.52%. Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan starred with the bat, while Rashid Khan impressed with the ball. Despite the loss, Rajasthan Royals maintain a higher overall playoff probability due to their easier remaining schedule.

Riteish Deshmukh's historical drama 'Raja Shivaji' is a box office hit, crossing Rs 81 crore gross in just 10 days. The film, with Deshmukh as writer, director, and actor, saw a significant surge in its second weekend, earning over Rs 6 crore. The Marathi version, in particular, has shattered records, contributing substantially to the film's impressive performance.

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Four major investors, including Peak XV and Sequoia, are selling a 4.3% stake in fintech firm Groww, valued at approximately $500 million. This move comes as the lock-in period for pre-IPO shareholders is set to expire soon, potentially releasing shares worth over Rs 81,000 crore into the market.

Maharashtra SSC Board Result 2026 is out. Girls have once again achieved better pass percentages than boys. The gender gap in the Class 10 examination has widened this year. This trend of girls outperforming boys has been consistent over the past few years. The overall pass percentage for 2026 was 76.33%.

Tamil Nadu Class 12 results are out, with girls again outshining boys. Girls achieved a 97% pass rate, a 3.81% lead over boys. The overall pass percentage saw a slight increase to 95.20%. Girls also led in participation and success rates across various school types and districts, continuing a consistent trend.

'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is just Rs. 6.43 crore away from the historic Rs. 75 crore India net milestone. After delivering the greatest opening week in Marathi cinema history (Rs. 52.65 crore), the Rs. 100 crore historical epic powered through its second weekend with a 75% Saturday jump (Rs. 5.60 crore) and a 21.4% Sunday growth (Rs. 6.80 crore). Released on Maharashtra Day (May 1, 2026), the U/A 16+ certified film features Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh and the debut of Rahyl Deshmukh, with Salman Khan's viral surprise cameo as Jiva Mahala, Ajay-Atul's score and Santosh Sivan's cinematography.

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Virat Kohli is on the cusp of another IPL record, needing just 28 runs against Mumbai Indians to become the first batter to score 1,000 IPL runs against them. This achievement would mark the fifth team he has surpassed this milestone against in his illustrious IPL career.

Rahul Gandhi has sharply criticized the Centre over rising inflation, highlighting a significant Rs 993 jump in commercial LPG cylinder prices in a single day. He warned that this surge, amounting to an 81% increase over three months, will heavily impact small businesses and household expenses, predicting further hikes in petrol and diesel prices.