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Krafton steps up India bets to build next global gaming franchise beyond PUBG
Krafton Inc. is actively investing in India's gaming industry to fuel its growth and develop new titles. The company aims to expand beyond its successful PUBG franchise, which has achieved immense popularity in India. With plans to acquire another studio, Krafton seeks to leverage India's talent pool and expertise in software development. The Bangalore team is expected to grow significantly, aided by advancements in artificial intelligence.
AI ad blitz distorts US midterms 2026
AI-generated political advertisements are becoming more prevalent as the November elections approach, raising concerns among voters. Researchers have identified over 220 ads made partly with AI, primarily sponsored by Republican groups, costing over $137 million. Only a small percentage of these advertisements carry disclaimers stating they were created with AI technology. Many voters express their disapproval of AI-generated content in political campaigns during recent surveys.
US midterm elections 2026: Barack Obama hits campaign trail, cites Saddam Hussein to criticize President Donald Trump, video goes viral. Watch here
In Ohio, former Democratic senator Sherrod Brown will attempt a comeback against incumbent Republican Senator Jon Husted, while the race for governor will be contested between Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, a former presidential candidate in 2024.
Republicans bet Musk's millions can rescue Texas' Paxton in US Senate race
Texas’ Senate race has become one of the most expensive in US history, with more than $500 million spent as Republican groups, backed by major donors including Elon Musk, seek to help Ken Paxton defeat Democrat James Talarico. With early voting underway, analysts say the focus has shifted from persuading undecided voters to mobilising supporters, while both parties battle over inflation, the Iran war and culture-war issues.
BGMI Air Krafton pre-registrations cross 10 million in India; Check how to register, launch date and open beta details
Krafton India has officially rebranded BGMI Lite to BGMI Air, driven by an impressive surge in pre-registrations, which exceeded 10 million on the Google Play Store. While a precise launch date remains unannounced, the developer anticipates a possible release in 2026, complemented by an open beta phase to gather player insights. Notably, BGMI Air will operate separately from the original BGMI game.
'Delhi will not be held hostage': CM Rekha Gupta amid CJP leaders, thousands detained over protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal for creating chaos. She claims these leaders, along with their associates, are trying to disrupt public peace. An unprecedented police presence prevented protests organized by the Cockroach Janta Party demanding the resignation of Chief Electoral Officer Gyanesh Kumar. Key leaders from the CJP were detained upon arriving at the Delhi airport from Mumbai.
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US midterm elections: Trump stumps for candidates in deep red Alabama and says he'll be back again next week
President Donald Trump held a rally in Alabama where he urged support for local Republican candidates. The rally highlighted both Trump's loyalty among supporters and ongoing challenges for the GOP ahead of midterm elections. Attendees expressed their concerns about rising costs, showing mixed feelings about the current economic situation. Trump also announced plans to campaign aggressively across competitive battleground states leading up to the elections.
Trump and Vance hit campaign trail as Republicans seek to energise voters
Trump and Vance are actively campaigning in Republican strongholds as midterm elections approach next month. They seek to energize their base and improve GOP candidate chances amid growing competition for Congressional control. The political landscape shows increasing anxiety among Republican leaders due to low approval ratings for Trump's administration. Trump emphasizes the need for better promotion of their achievements to combat negative perceptions.
Bharti Airtel, Vi shares rise up to 2% after Aug mobile subscriber data. Which is Nomura’s top pick?
India added 55 lakh mobile subscribers in August, according to data from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India. Reliance Jio continued to lead with 24 lakh new users, while Bharti Airtel gained 21 lakh and Vodafone Idea over 5 lakh. Jio holds a market share of 39.31%, followed by Airtel with 38.01%. The growth in urban subscriptions increased by 0.70% from July to August this year.
AI agents take over online shopping: Ecommerce firms rethink pricing, verification
India’s ecommerce and digital platforms are preparing for a surge in personal AI agents that could increasingly make shopping decisions and transactions for consumers, forcing companies to rethink pricing, customer engagement and bot verification.
Trump said he would campaign in midterm battlegrounds. He's starting in deep red states instead
President Donald Trump, who pledged to campaign in 35 competitive battleground races ahead of the November midterms, will instead open October with rallies in Alabama and Oklahoma. The Republican National Committee says the events can reach voters across state lines and media markets, while Republicans seek to mobilise turnout.
BGMI 4.6 update release date: India’s first original character Kiaraa is coming, check her story, new features and when you can get the update
BGMI 4.6 update is set to introduce Kiaraa, the game's first original India-focused character created by KRAFTON India's in-house art team. While the 4.6 update arrives on September 16, 2026, Kiaraa will be available from October 8. Her launch includes an India-themed Bazaar on Erangel, a boss battle, Diwali-themed content and the Kiaraa Nakshatra Collection.
Non-grocery sections emerging as big business in quick commerce: Flipkart exec
Quick commerce platforms are expanding beyond groceries to include electronics and beauty products. Flipkart Minutes is focusing on non-grocery categories for the upcoming festive season. Industry estimates show non-grocery items now form a significant portion of quick commerce business. Flipkart Minutes plans to add more fulfillment centers to support this expansion. The company is improving its profit margins and aims for profitability through scale.
He earns Rs 30 lakh a month and has 4.4 million Instagram followers. Now, he has entered Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 20. Who is ScoutOP?
Popular gamer ScoutOP, also known as Tanmay Singh, has joined Bigg Boss 20. He rose to fame through PUBG Mobile and Battlegrounds Mobile India. ScoutOP has represented several prominent esports teams and achieved international recognition. Beyond competitive gaming, he is a successful content creator with millions of followers. Read on!
PUBG lite pre-registration now open: How to register, expected launch date, rewards and account details
Krafton India is thrilled to announce the pre-registration for Battlegrounds Mobile India Lite on Google Play. Slated for release by the end of 2026, this streamlined edition promises a reduced download size. Gamers who sign up early can earn unique rewards. Existing accounts from Battlegrounds Mobile India will seamlessly transfer, and players from both Lite and standard versions can enjoy cross-play compatibility.
Krafton says India profitability less, but growth opportunity huge
Krafton's Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) sees lower revenue per user compared to global averages despite its popularity and 230 million downloads. The company is focusing on competitive gaming and an IPL-style eSports league to boost growth and revenue. BGMI, relaunched after the PUBG Mobile ban, is now viewed positively and supported by the Indian government for its economic potential.
BMPS 2025 Grand Finals: Check date, time, prize money, final 16 teams, and all you need to know
The realme Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series (BMPS) 2025 Semi Finals have concluded, setting the stage for the Grand Finals. Sixteen top teams will compete in a LAN event from July 4-6 in New Delhi for a ₹2 crore prize pool. Alongside the finals, July brings the BGMI x Transformers mode and the BGMI 3.9 update, plus a BGMI–JioGames collaboration.
Battlegrounds Mobile India offers players new spine-tingling Halloween update
Battlegrounds Mobile India is set to release its eagerly awaited Version 2.8 Update, featuring a battle against hordes of undead zombies. The update includes new challenges, skills, and discoveries, as well as a brand-new Metro Royale Season and Cycle 5 Season 14. From October 10 to November 26, players will face diseased mutants in the battlegrounds of Erangel, Miramar, and Livik. There will also be three new zombie variants, powerful mutation powers, a Maglev Hoverboard for swift travel, and a Halloween surprise in October.
Krafton launches iOS version of Battlegrounds Mobile India
The launch of Battlegrounds Mobile India iOS app is expected to provide a boost to the esports and streaming segments, as several streamers, who are not on Android, were still not unable to access this game.
Battlegrounds Mobile India esports with Rs 1 crore prize begins July 19
The in-game qualifiers start on August 2 and end of August 8 and any player living in India and with an account that is Platinum and above is eligible to register and play in in-game qualifiers.
Battlegrounds Mobile India records 34 million players within a week of launch
The game is currently ranked number one among ‘top free games’ on Google Play Store.
Krafton officially launches Battlegrounds Mobile in India to repeat PUBG success
Battlegrounds Mobile India is now available for download on the Google Play Store in India, publisher Krafton says. Almost 40 million signed up for the game since pre-registrations opened on May 14.
Krafton says data shared with third parties; not a violation of privacy policy
Krafton said it was working to comply fully with Indian laws and regulations in the lead up to the official launch of the mobile game version of the banned PUBG
PUBG's India business faces the China threat, again
According to IGN, data of Battlegrounds Mobile India players is being sent to servers of China Mobile Communications Corp. in Beijing. The game pings the server of Chinese technology company Tencent Holdings while booting up.
Krafton opens up early access to Battlegrounds Mobile India for select few
“The Early Access of the game will be available on Google Play Store only to players in India,” the South Korean game developer said in a statement on Thursday.
Battlegrounds Mobile India clocks 20 mn pre-registrations in two weeks
Battlegrounds Mobile India, a localised version of PUBG Mobile, received 7.6 million pre-registrations on its opening day and 20 million in two weeks, South Korean publisher Krafton says.
Remodelled PUBG version Battlegrounds Mobile clocks 20 million pre-registrations in 2 weeks
In September last year, PUBG Mobile, which was then published in India by Chinese internet giant Tencent, was banned along with other Chinese apps amid a prolonged border standoff between the neighbours.
Battlegrounds Mobile India set to make online gaming big again in India
The launch of Battlegrounds Mobile India (PUBG Mobile India) is expected to not only boost India’s online gaming ecosystem, but also revive the fortunes of millions of gamers who built successful careers on top of it.
Arunachal MLA calls for a ban on Battlegrounds Mobile India, PUBG Mobile’s new version
In a letter to PM Narendra Modi, Ninong Ering says Battlegrounds Mobile India, the local version of Krafton’s PUBG Mobile, will once again give China’s Tencent Holdings access to the Indian market.
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