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  Mobile Data or Wi-Fi: Which drains your phone battery faster? Here's what experts say

  Technology | June 18, 2026 17:24 IST

  Mobile data, especially 4G and 5G networks, generally consumes more battery than Wi-Fi because smartphones must work harder to maintain a connection with distant cell towers. Understanding the difference can help users improve battery life and reduce frequent charging.

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  Telecom tower manufacturers flag LPG supply halt, warn of potential disruption

  Technology | March 11, 2026 8:09 IST

  Telecom tower manufacturers have raised concerns after LPG supplies to the sector were halted following a government order prioritising domestic consumers. Industry body DIPA warned the move could disrupt tower production and impact mobile and internet services across India.

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  Excessive screen time linked to heart health risks, says Mumbai doctor

  Health | March 05, 2026 12:36 IST

  Spending too many hours on screens? A Mumbai-based doctor explains how excessive screen time and a sedentary lifestyle can increase heart health risks. Learn the warning signs and expert tips to protect your heart in the digital age.

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  Recharge price hike: Mobile users prepare to pay 15% extra from June 2026

  Technology | January 08, 2026 23:20 IST

  Analysts predict a 15% mobile tariff hike in India by June 2026. Learn how this shift will double sector revenue and why massive 45% increase required for Vodafone Idea's survival.

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  Mobile network connectivity on national highways set to improve as NHAI reaches out to DoT and TRAI

  Technology | January 06, 2026 13:18 IST

  NHAI has called on the DoT and TRAI for immediate assistance after a comprehensive study revealed that mobile connectivity is critically lacking across 424 locations, spanning 1,750 km of highways.

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  SIM-binding, CNAP: New rules coming in 2026 to close cybersecurity gaps for mobile users

  Technology | December 26, 2025 13:38 IST

  As Indians lose billions to escalating cyber scams, here are the critical new cybersecurity rules mobile phone users can expect in 2026.

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  Snooping will never happen with Sanchar Saathi app: Union minister Scindia assures Lok Sabha

  Technology | December 03, 2025 13:17 IST

  Amid controversy over his ministry's order mandating the pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on all new smartphones, Union Minister Scindia assured the Lok Sabha that the app is safe.

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  Apple and Samsung to seek 'middle path' with government on mandatory Sanchar Saathi app

  Technology | December 03, 2025 9:56 IST

  As the government mandates the pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on all new devices, Apple and Samsung are reportedly looking to find a middle ground with the authorities.

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  Sanchar Saathi app only accesses reported spam numbers, minister Pemmasani clarifies

  Technology | December 03, 2025 8:33 IST

  Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani addressed privacy concerns, clarifying that the app's primary purpose is to facilitate the reporting of online fraud.

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  This new psychological test shows how severe your phone addiction really is

  Lifestyle | December 02, 2025 20:18 IST

  A new psychological test created by Saurashtra University measures how severe your phone dependency is. The govt-recognised tool helps detect and manage nomophobia in young people.

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  Sanchar Saathi not mandatory, can be deleted: Union minister Scindia clarifies amid row over app

  Technology | December 02, 2025 23:55 IST

  Although the government has mandated the pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on new phones, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has clarified that users are free to delete it.

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  How will Sanchar Saathi app be pushed to phones already sold or manufactured?

  Technology | December 02, 2025 11:41 IST

  Manufacturers must submit compliance reports to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) within 120 days from the issuance date of the directives, as mandated by the government.

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  Your phone battery draining aggressively: 5 Reasons and how to fix it at home

  Technology | November 23, 2025 9:15 IST

  If your smartphone battery is draining aggressively, multiple factors like background apps, screen brightness, outdated software, poor network connectivity, or battery health issues may be responsible. Here are the top 5 causes and quick home fixes to improve battery life without spending money.

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  Will mobile phones get cheaper with GST reduction?

  Technology | September 04, 2025 15:29 IST

  The new GST rates will take effect from September 22. In an effort to provide relief to the public, the government has made significant changes to the GST slab. This raises the question: Will mobile phones also become cheaper? Let’s find out.

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  Karnataka: Inmate swallows mobile phone in Shivamogga jail, retrieved after surgery

  Karnataka | July 13, 2025 11:37 IST

  The inmate, identified as Daulat alias Gundu, is currently serving a 10-year sentence for ganja smuggling. On June 24, he complained of severe abdominal pain and told jail authorities that he had accidentally swallowed a piece of stone.

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  Trump family dives into telecom with new mobile phone company: All you need to know about it

  Technology | June 17, 2025 8:53 IST

  The monthly subscription, priced at $47.45 (approximately Rs 4,000) and called The 47 Plan, offers a range of services that include unlimited calls, texts, and data.

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  Free TV, video streaming without internet or SIM soon as India readies Direct-to-Mobile tech

  Technology | May 12, 2025 22:33 IST

  India has indigenously developed chips that will enable direct-to-mobile broadcasting in India. A final regulatory framework is still being formulated.

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  Direct satellite-to-smartphone connectivity marks start of new mobile service era

  Technology | February 26, 2025 15:54 IST

  Now video calling can be used even without a mobile network. Many countries are testing this service, known as satellite-to-device or satellite-to-cell. This will usher in a new era of mobile services.

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  Assam: Mobile internet suspended during government recruitment exam today

  Education | September 15, 2024 8:43 IST

  Assam government recruitment exam: The official said that there exists a substantial apprehension that the anti-social elements or the organised groups shall try to take advantage of the situation by resorting to rumour-mongering through social media and may try to destabilise the process of exam.

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  Supreme Court: Deleting messages from mobile phones not a crime

  Technology | August 29, 2024 8:19 IST

  The Supreme Court has issued a verdict on deleting messages or call history from phone, which is important for the millions of mobile users in the country to be aware of.