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Jio Rs 10,000 recharge plan: 3-year validity, unlimited 5G data and calls, JioHotstar subscription and 50GB cloud storage
Reliance Jio has introduced a Rs 10,000 prepaid recharge plan offering 36 months of connectivity through a single payment. The plan includes unlimited voice calls, 2.5GB of high-speed data daily, unlimited 5G access and 100 SMS per day. It also bundles JioHotstar Mobile + Hollywood, 12 months of Canva Pro Lite and 50GB of JioAICloud storage. Here is a look at its benefits, availability and how it compares with Jio's other long-term prepaid plans.
A new era of LPG convenience with Indane ‘XtraLite Now’ and ‘Indane Chhotu’
IndianOil is revolutionizing the LPG market with the introduction of Indane XtraLite Now and Indane Chhotu tailored for contemporary consumers. The 10-kg Indane XtraLite Now features a lightweight and durable design, perfect for stylish kitchens. Meanwhile, the 5-kg Indane Chhotu is ideal for individuals or small households, catering to their modest gas needs.
These mid-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and upside potential of up to 28%, according to analysts
Global markets on Wednesday celebrated the outcome of the US mid-term election as well as a sharp drop in oil prices. Oil prices, which at the end of last week were at about $118 to the barrel, are now under $95. The hope clearly is that Democrat control of both chambers of the US Congress will pressure the Trump administration to pursue a diplomatic end to the conflict with Iran in the Gulf.
These mid-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analysts
When a market is as jittery as it is right now, poor numbers are treated harshly. A new-age company in the business of buying and selling used cars reported numbers that fell short, and the street punished the stock severely. But it is not just the clear misses. Anything that is well-owned and presents disappointing numbers is seeing double-digit cuts.
T-Mobile T-Mix plans bring Netflix, Apple TV and Xbox Game Pass: Check prices, perks and features
T-Mobile is set to introduce its innovative T-Mix wireless plans this November, designed to offer an enticing mix of mobile services and sought-after subscriptions. Customers can look forward to bundled options like Xbox Game Pass, Netflix, and Apple TV among others. The plans, categorized as Standard, More, and Loaded, will cater to diverse customer needs, with pricing reflecting the number of lines and chosen subscriptions.
Global cyber alert rings as two critical PHP flaws leave millions of web services exposed to remote takeover
Two significant vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language could allow hackers to execute code remotely. PHP has released updates to address these flaws, which affect millions of internet-facing services. Many installations remain unpatched, including those running outdated versions. Security experts warn that nearly all PHP installations face security risks from these vulnerabilities. Organizations are urged to implement immediate patches and isolate affected systems from public networks.
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OnePlus Diwali Sale 2026: Check discounts on OnePlus 15, Nord CE6 lite and N6x, effective prices of smartphones, tablets and earbuds, bank offers and EMI deals
During the vibrant festive season, OnePlus is rolling out enticing discounts on an array of smartphones, tablets, and audio devices. The Diwali sale spans October 21 to October 27, 2026, featuring appealing online offers such as instant bank savings and flexible payment plans. Additionally, OnePlus has introduced a Diwali initiative aimed at fostering connections between generations through shared experiences, merging special deals with a strong community focus.

Swiggy’s Q2 report card; eMudhra to exit certificate biz
Swiggy continued on its growth trajectory while bringing down losses in Q2FY27. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

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.

Google Gemini sets new limits for free users: What changes, which features will remain available; check
Google is cutting model access for free and AI Plus Gemini users from October 9, while AI Pro subscribers get the Deep Think feature. Here is what each plan will get, and what users stand to miss.

Amazon Alexa+ launches in India at ₹2,000/month: Leadership on AI, privacy and what’s next
Amazon has launched Alexa+ in India, adding generative AI, personalised conversations and task-performing capabilities to Alexa. Available under Early Access from September 16, it supports Hindi and Hinglish and can work across smart-home devices, Amazon services and partner platforms. Alexa+ will be free for Prime members after Early Access, while other users can access it through paid plans.

Amazon launches Alexa+ in India with generative AI, Hinglish and smarter voice controls
Amazon has launched its generative AI-powered Alexa+ assistant in India. This new version offers more conversational voice interactions and personalized responses. Alexa+ understands natural conversation and can perform various everyday tasks for users. It is designed to recognize Indian languages and cultural references effectively. The service is currently available for eligible customers under an early access program.

Jio users, get Canva Pro free for up to 12 months: Here’s how to claim it at no extra cost; check eligibility & details
Jio and Canva have partnered to offer free access to premium design tools to eligible Jio users. Depending on their recharge plans, users will receive access to Canva Pro or Canva Pro Lite for up to 12 months from September 16. Eligible users can claim the benefit through the MyJio app. The partnership aims to make professional-quality design and AI-powered content creation more accessible to millions of users across India.

SBI customer alert: UPI services to remain unavailable for 45 minutes on September 4; check timings
State Bank of India UPI services will be unavailable for a short duration this week. Customers should note the scheduled maintenance period for UPI payments. This interruption is planned for September 4, 2026. SBI suggests using UPI Lite services for uninterrupted transactions during this time. The bank regrets any inconvenience caused to its valued customers.

Jio, Bank of Baroda tie up for enabling banking access from feature phones
Bank of Baroda and Reliance Jio are shaking up the mobile banking landscape by rolling out services tailored for feature phone users. Their new 'bob World Lite' app, set to debut on JioPhone Prima 4G devices, marks a significant step toward digital equality in India.

SBI digital banking services outage on October 25, 2025: State Bank of India's UPI, IMPS, NEFT services to be unavailable for this reason
State Bank of India will conduct scheduled maintenance on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 1:10 AM to 2:10 AM IST. During this hour, key digital services including UPI, IMPS, YONO, Internet Banking, NEFT, and RTGS will be unavailable.

Paytm UPI Lite Wallet: No PIN required, add up to Rs 4,000 daily in wallet, per transaction limit, how to use
Paytm UPI Lite Wallet approach helps users manage their small daily expenses efficiently, without the hassle of multiple entries in their bank passbooks, with no PIN requirement, ensuring an organized and simplified financial tracking.

EU threatens to suspend TikTok Lite app's 'addictive' rewards
The EU on Monday launched a probe into TikTok's spinoff Lite app and threatened to suspend an "addictive" feature on it that rewards users for watching and liking videos, amid child-safety concerns. TikTok Lite users can win rewards if they log in daily for 10 days, if they spend time watching videos (with an upper limit of 60 to 85 minutes per day) and if they undertake certain actions, such as liking videos and following content creators.

SBI net banking, mobile app, YONO will be down on this day: Check date, timings, alternate channels to use
SBI digital banking: Several State Bank of India (SBI) digital channels will be unavailable for some time due to scheduled activity. Services of Internet Banking, Yono Lite, Yono Business Web & Mobile App, YONO and UPI will not be available.

UPI Lite: A simple, but not secure, solution
Balance recovery Since UPI Lite has an on-device balance, the user will lose her wallet balance if she changes the mobile platform (Android to iOS, or vice versa), the registered mobile number with the bank or if the issuer bank changes its IFSC code. Recovering the balance is a tedious process. This harms user experience.

Meta pulls the plug on Messenger Lite app for Android, services to end on September 18
Meta has announced that it is discontinuing its Messenger Lite app for Android devices. The app, which was introduced in 2016, was popular for its lightweight design and simplicity.

Meta shutting down Messenger Lite app for Android
Meta is shutting down the Messenger Lite app, the lightweight stripped-down version of Messenger, on Android.

UPI vs UPI Lite: What are the key differences? Transaction limits, payment procedure explained
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched UPI Lite last week. How is UPI Lite different from UPI? Let's find out

Oyo Hotels & Homes launches Oyo Lite globally
Oyo said its new Lite app incorporates all the functionalities of the Oyo app and that it has been designed to work in low connectivity areas.

Ola launches 'Lite' version to serve tier II, III markets
Ola Lite is a lightweight app that consumes less than 1 MB space and loads within 3 seconds without compromising on the booking experience, Ola said in a blog post.

Mobikwik registers 2 million downloads of its Lite app within 48 hours
The app also enables users in receiving payments through UPI and wallets, including MobiKwik by sending an SMS to their customers.

Facebook Lite touches 100 million monthly active users globally
Nine months after launching the Facebook Lite app, the world’s largest social networking site Facebook said the app had touched 100 million active monthly users.

Facebook Lite review: More Facebook users beckon
Facebook Lite was first showcased at their F8 conference earlier this year and it's now finally and only available to Indian users.

Facebook launches 'Facebook Lite' app for Android devices
Starting with India and the Philippines, users will now be able to download and use the new app directly from the Play Store.
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