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Karnataka doctor murder: Wife found ‘scrolling’ phone beside husband’s body, made ‘incoherent’ statements

Karnataka doctor murder: Wife found ‘scrolling’ phone beside husband’s body, made ‘incoherent’ statements

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A 45-year-old anaesthetist was found stabbed to death inside his apartment in Karnataka’s Dharwad, while his eight-year-old son suffered serious stab injuries in what police suspect was a case of domestic violence. The victim’s wife, who is also a doctor, has been taken into custody for questioning. Police said a preliminary investigation points to a domestic dispute, based on a complaint filed by the victim’s family members. (Representational Image) (PTI) The deceased, Dr Kiran Honnannavar, worked at a private hospital and lived with his family at Ranka Stello Apartments on Karnataka University Road, news agency PTI reported. According to police, Honnannavar was found lying in a pool of blood on a mattress with fatal stab injuries to his neck on Wednesday. His son was discovered nearby with severe stab wounds and was rushed to a hospital, where he is undergoing treatment, the report further added. Police said a preliminary investigation points to a domestic dispute, based on a complaint filed by the victim’s family members. Hubballi-Dharwad Police Commissioner N Shashikumar said investigators are working to …

BSNL launches satellite phone priced at ₹1.34 lakh: Who can buy it and what makes it special?

BSNL launches satellite phone priced at ₹1.34 lakh: Who can buy it and what makes it special?

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The Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a new satellite phone for “challenging environments”, adding another segment to the PSU’s portfolio. Satellite phone use is heavily restricted in India due to national security concerns. (Representational/ Unsplash) Taking to the social media platform X on Thursday, BSNL said the new satellite phone was designed as an “ideal solution” for defence, maritime, disaster response, and other challenging areas. “When conventional mobile networks can’t reach, the BSNL Satellite Phone keeps you connected. Designed for challenging environments, making it an ideal solution for Defence, Maritime, Disaster Response, Mining, Remote Operations and Adventure Travel,” the government company said in the statement. The statement added that the phone is priced at ₹1,34,166, inclusive of all relevant taxes. Features in the new BSNL satellite phone BSNL also gave several reasons why it thinks consumers should choose its satellite phone service. According to the company, the satellite phone it is offering has several features. Some of them are: Satellite connectivity Voice calls anywhere Emergency Support Long Battery Life Who exactly can buy …

Mumbai man falls into manhole while using the phone in heavy rain, dies

Mumbai man falls into manhole while using the phone in heavy rain, dies

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A man died after falling into an open manhole during maintenance work in Mumbai’s Sakinaka area on Thursday afternoon, officials said. Heavy rainfall caused waterlogging on Lal Bahadur Shastri Road in Kanjurmarg. (Raju Shinde/HT Photo) The incident was reported at 12.26 pm near Sanman Hotel on Khairani Road, close to SJ Studio in Sakinaka, following an alert received by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) control room. According to information shared by police personnel at the spot, three contractual workers engaged by a private agency had removed the manhole cover to carry out maintenance work at the location. During the operation, the man, who was allegedly talking on his mobile phone while walking, accidentally stepped into the open manhole and fell inside. The contractual workers immediately lowered a ladder into the manhole and attempted to search for him but were unable to locate him. Officials said only the man’s umbrella and slippers were recovered from the spot. Due to the strong flow of water inside the drain, rescue teams were initially unable …

WhatsApp lets users hide phone numbers with new username feature

WhatsApp lets users hide phone numbers with new username feature

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Remember asking someone, “What’s your number?” That could soon become optional on WhatsApp. The messaging giant is rolling out usernames, allowing people to connect using a handle instead of sharing their phone number. While numbers will still be needed to create an account, chats can eventually begin with a username, marking one of the biggest changes to how people find each other on the app. The feature is currently opening up in phases, with users across the world beginning to reserve usernames ahead of its wider launch later this year. Those who don’t see the option yet may simply have to wait a little longer. The username feature will gradually roll out for users (Credits: Shutterstock) Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

How does WhatsApp’s new username feature work? Here’s how you can chat without phone number

How does WhatsApp’s new username feature work? Here’s how you can chat without phone number

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WhatsApp users will soon have a new way to connect without revealing their phone numbers. Ahead of a broader update planned for later this year, the messaging platform has started rolling out username reservations, allowing people to claim a unique handle before the feature becomes widely available. The move marks one of WhatsApp’s biggest privacy-focused changes. (Pixabay) The move marks one of WhatsApp’s biggest privacy-focused changes, giving users the option to start conversations using a username instead of sharing their mobile number. The company announced the feature in an official blog post on Monday, saying the rollout will happen gradually over the coming months, according to a WhatsApp Users can reserve usernames WhatsApp has begun allowing users to reserve a username in advance so they have a better chance of securing the handle they want. The company said this early reservation process is necessary because the platform now has more than three billion users worldwide. Also read | WhatsApp to let users reserve usernames ahead of feature rollout; phone numbers can stay private The feature …

Air India crash, a year later. Two men and a phone call from London: ‘Kaise ho aap?’ | Long Reads News

Air India crash, a year later. Two men and a phone call from London: ‘Kaise ho aap?’ | Long Reads News

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For the last one year, that’s how almost every voice text, every call from Omar Ali to Savdhanbhai Chaudhary has begun. It’s a daily reassurance Savdhanbhai and his wife Ratniben have hung on to since June 12, 2025, when the Ahmedabad-Gatwick Boeing 787 Dreamliner carrying their elder son Kamlesh and his bride Dhapuben crashed minutes after takeoff, killing 241 of the 242 passengers on board. Over the grief-stricken days that followed, 40-year-old Omar Ali, Kamlesh’s Pakistani co-worker at a fancy goods store in London, and Savdhanbhai, a 48-year-old farmer in Thavar, a village in Gujarat’s Banaskantha district, struck an unlikely bond. Every day on his way to work, Omar Ali would call Savdhanbhai to talk — regular, everyday conversations about the weather, Savdhanbhai’s infected toe nail, the cluster beans he had eaten for lunch (“guar… what is it, what does it look like?”), Omar’s clean-shaven look. The calls and text messages have come without fail, every single day. “Hamein zara sa nakhoon me bhi dard hota hai toh Omar poochta hai (Omar calls and asks …

Sunil Gavaskar pauses speech mid-way to answer wife’s phone call

Sunil Gavaskar pauses speech mid-way to answer wife’s phone call

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3 min readJun 6, 2026 08:15 AM IST A video of batting great Sunil Gavaskar has gone viral with fans applauding his affection for his wife. Speaking at an event, the former India captain pauses his speech after receiving a call from his wife, leaving the audience touched by the moment. And as the video went viral on social media, Gavaskar has been winning the hearts on internet as well. The incident unfolded at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Centre for Child Heart Care, where Gavaskars was attending as the chief guest at an event held in celebration of honouring around 850 under privileged children who received heart surgeries through the ‘Gift of Life’ initiative. The event was organised by Rotary Club of Bombay Airport. While delivering his speech to the audience, Gavaskar’s phone rang. While he did continue to speak for a bit, soon he went for his pocket to take out the mobile phone saying, ‘this must be my wife’. He then paused his speech and answered the call. “Let me just take …

Less Than M Away From Overtaking This Black Phone Hit That Earned Over 4X Its Budget?

Less Than $10M Away From Overtaking This Black Phone Hit That Earned Over 4X Its Budget?

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Mortal Kombat II Worldwide Box Office: Set To Beat A Black Phone Hit (Photo Credit: YouTube) Mortal Kombat II is experiencing a lot of competition in the cinemas. Despite opening with the franchise’s best collection, it is failing to keep up with box-office giants. The movie emerged as the franchise’s top-grossing installment, and now it has to settle for minor milestones. One of them is that it is edging closer to beating The Black Phone at the worldwide box office, which had an impressive run. Keep scrolling for the deets. The fighting adaptation was made on a high-end budget, and although it has recovered the cost, achieving breakeven remains a dream. The movie had good buzz, but the mixed reception and weak word of mouth did not help the film at all. Even the addition of The Boys star Karl Urban as Johnny Cage did not do an impressive job, and the release came amid other trending major movies ruling the box office, further making things tough. How much has the film collected worldwide at …

Dark mode vs light mode: Ophthalmologist explains when you should toggle which mode on phone for lower vision stress

Dark mode vs light mode: Ophthalmologist explains when you should toggle which mode on phone for lower vision stress

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Your phone has two display settings: dark mode and light mode. Based on visual comfort or aesthetics, people toggle between the two. The general consensus is that dark mode is less stressful on the eyes, but the answer is not simply black and white, it is far more nuanced. The right display setting is vital because it can improve readability on the phone, enhance clarity and help reduce eye discomfort. ALSO READ: Using eye mask while sleeping? Doctor reveals 4 major risks: ‘Repeated friction may cause hyperpigmentation…’ Do dark mode and light mode have same or different impact on your eye health? (Picture credit: Gemini AI) For a well-rounded understanding of the distinction between these two modes, HT Lifestyle in a conversation with Dr Mahavir Kandharwar, specialist in glaucoma and cataract management at NIO Super Speciality Hospital, attempted to assess which mode is better suited for different situations. Firstly, the ophthalmologist clarified that the distinction is not solely about aesthetics or whether someone prefers a darker or lighter screen appearance. Instead, the choice between dark …

Mobile phone prank turns fatal: housekeeping staff stabbed to death by friend

Mobile phone prank turns fatal: housekeeping staff stabbed to death by friend

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What began as a prank over a hidden mobile phone ended in tragedy after a housekeeping worker allegedly stabbed his friend to death during a quarrel in Marathahalli. Police have arrested the accused, identified as Ramu Basappa Pattad, 35, a resident of Siddarood Nagar in Kuruvinakoppa village of Kalaghatagi taluk in Dharwad district. According to the complaint filed by the victim’s brother Gangappa Mangalagatti, the deceased, Parashuram Mangalagatti, was staying in a rented house near the BESCOM office on Chowdeshwari Road in Marathahalli along with friends Hanumanth Doddamani and the accused. All of them worked as housekeeping staff at KIMS Hospital in Mahadevapura. Police said that on the morning of May 9 at around 8.30 am, Ramu Basappa Pattad allegedly hid Parashuram’s mobile phone as a prank and refused to return it despite repeated requests. The playful argument soon escalated into a serious fight. During the altercation, the accused allegedly went into the kitchen, picked up a knife and stabbed Parashuram Mangalagatti in the abdomen before fleeing from the house. The injured man was being …