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Interested in new Hyundai Verna? Here’s what the base variant offers

Interested in new Hyundai Verna? Here’s what the base variant offers

Hyundai Motor India Limited has launched the facelifted version of the Verna in the Indian market. The design of the Verna was a bit polarizing and with the facelift, the brand has made it a bit sharper, they also added more features and safety equipment to cater the customers. If you are in the market for a Verna and are on a budget then the base variant of the Verna might attract you. Image of HX 10 variant of the Hyundai Verna used for representational purpose only. What is the base variant of the 2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift? The base variant of the 2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift is HX 2. What engine and gearbox options can you get with the 2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift HX 2? The HX 2 trim is offered only with the naturally aspirated petrol engine which has a capacity of 1.5 litres. It is offered only with a 6-speed manual gearbox. What are the safety features of the 2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift HX 2? The sedan comes with 6 airbags, Hill …

Development of longer range BrahMos missile as well as sleeker BrahMos-NG variant on track

Development of longer range BrahMos missile as well as sleeker BrahMos-NG variant on track

The BrahMos air launched version was employed by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to devastating effect in the recent confrontation with Pakistan to strike that country’s air bases. File. | Photo Credit: PTI The development of a new, compact air launched version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, the BrahMos-NG (Next Generation), is at an advanced stage, while the range extension of the original BrahMos, much heavier than the air launched one, to 800 km is progressing well, defence sources said. The BrahMos air launched version was employed by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to devastating effect in the recent confrontation with Pakistan to strike that country’s air bases. The range  of BrahMos was originally capped at 290 km, in line with the limitations of the Missile Technology Control Regime. However, since India joined the grouping in June 2016, the range was extended to 450 km, and work to extend it to 800 km is underway. The maiden trial has been conducted and more trials will be undertaken, two officials independently confirmed. “BrahMos-NG is a sleeker air launched missile than the current …

Covid-19 resurgence in Asia: What is JN.1 variant of coronavirus? All you need to know

Covid-19 resurgence in Asia: What is JN.1 variant of coronavirus? All you need to know

JN.1 is a subvariant that stems from the Omicron BA.2.86 lineage. Initially identified in August 2023, it has developed one or two extra mutations that enhance its ability to spread more efficiently. At present, JN.1 does not seem to cause more severe illness than earlier Omicron variants. New Delhi: A fresh wave of Covid-19 infections has emerged across several parts of Asia, with countries like Singapore, Hong Kong, and Thailand witnessing a notable spike in cases. The resurgence is largely being driven by newly evolved Omicron sub-variants, particularly JN.1, which are quickly becoming dominant globally. In Singapore, health authorities have ramped up alert levels following a sharp rise in cases. The country reported approximately 14,200 new cases in the week ending May 3, up from 11,100 in the previous week. As per reports, daily hospital admissions have also seen an increase of 30 per cent.   Meanwhile, Hong Kong officials have raised red flags over what they describe as a “quite high” level of Covid-19 activity. Albert Au, head of the Communicable Disease Branch …

Covid-19 Surge In Asia: How Dangerous Is JN.1 Variant And Are Existing Vaccines Effective?

Covid-19 Surge In Asia: How Dangerous Is JN.1 Variant And Are Existing Vaccines Effective?

Last Updated:May 19, 2025, 09:58 IST JN.1, a variant of Omicron BA.2.86, emerged in late 2023 with 30 immune-evasion mutations. It spreads more efficiently due to additional mutations, says Johns Hopkins University. The prevalent variants at present are LF.7 and NB.1.8, both descendants of JN.1, making up over two-thirds of sequenced cases in Singapore. (Photo: AP file) A fresh wave of COVID-19 has emerged across parts of Asia, raising alarms worldwide. Countries such as Singapore, Hong Kong, China, and Thailand are reporting a notable increase in new infections. This surge is largely attributed to the spread of new Omicron subvariants, including JN.1 and its related descendants, prompting renewed vigilance among health authorities. In Singapore alone, infections rose sharply to over 14,000 in early May 2025 from 11,100 cases in the last week of April. While hospitalisations have also gone up, ICU cases have seen a slight decline. Officials report no evidence suggesting that the current variants are more transmissible or severe than those seen previously. The increase may be attributed to waning immunity, with periodic …

Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G Nitro Orange Colour Variant Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G Nitro Orange Colour Variant Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G is now available in a new finish in India. The handset was launched in April in the country alongside Realme Narzo 80x 5G with two colour options — Racing Green and Speed Silver. The new colour variant was introduced as part of Realme’s seventh anniversary celebrations. The Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G runs on MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC and features a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit. It carries a 6,000mAh battery with 80W wired charging support. Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G Nitro Orange Variant Price in India Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G price in India is set at Rs. 20,499 and Rs. 22,499 for the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage variants, respectively. The Nitro Orange colour option has been launched in India to mark the company’s seventh anniversary. The company is offering a coupon discount of Rs. 1,000, which will bring the effective price of the 8GB and 12GB memory variants down to Rs. 19,499 and Rs. 21,499, respectively. The latest colour variant of Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G is …

Even legends of game can be caught out of depth in variant

Even legends of game can be caught out of depth in variant

For nearly an hour on Wednesday, Hikaru Nakamura had the overpowering urge to strangle Ian Nepomniachtchi. The American and the Russian grandmaster were not actually paired to face each other in the quarter-finals of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour’s Paris event — Nakamura was jousting with India’s Arjun Erigaisi, while Nepomniachtchi was parrying off attacks from Germany’s Vincent Keymer. The urge to cause bodily harm to another player was born from the fact that Nakamura had blindly copied Nepomniachtchi’s suggestions for a risky gambit in the opening with the black pieces in Position 841. That ploy, against a player of Arjun’s ‘mad-man’ credentials, had almost backfired and led to defeat. It’s an idiosyncrasy of the Freestyle/Fischer Random chess variant — which is particularly highlighted at the Freestyle Chess events — that even early adopters and legends of the game like Magnus Carlsen and Nakamura constantly find themselves out of depth. Almost like they are re-learning how to walk again after spending years in space. It must be pointed out that compared to the Indian …

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra New Design Leak Reveals Wooden Colour Variant

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra New Design Leak Reveals Wooden Colour Variant

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is said to be in the works as the latest entrant in the company’s Razr series. While we haven’t heard much about its possible launch date, recent leaked renders gave us our first look at the foldable handset in green and red colours. Now, a new leak suggests a wood texture design for the yet-to-be-announced Motorola Razr 60 Ultra. The upcoming phone will arrive as a successor to last year’s Motorola Razr 50 Ultra. It is expected to run the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and feature a 6.9-inch internal display. Motorola Razr 60 Ultra Design Leaked Again Tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks) shared the render of the unannounced Motorola Razr 60 Ultra on X through a GIF. The post shows the phone in a wooden finish. However, the materials used for the panel aren’t known yet. The leak suggests an almost identical design to that of the Motorola Edge 50 Ultra’s Nordic Wood colour variant. Motorola Razr 60 UltraPhoto Credit: X/ @evleaks   Besides the new wooden shade, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra …

Realme Narzo 80x 5G India Variant RAM, Storage Configurations and Colour Options Leaked

Realme Narzo 80x 5G India Variant RAM, Storage Configurations and Colour Options Leaked

Realme Narzo 80x 5G may launch in India soon as a successor to the Realme Narzo 70x 5G, which was unveiled in the country in April 2024. A recent report has suggested some key details about the purported handset including its possible RAM, storage and colour options. Previous reports have claimed that the company is working on Realme Narzo 80 Pro and Narzo 80 Ultra variants as well. Realme has yet to confirm any details about the rumoured Narzo 80 series. Realme Narzo 80x 5G RAM, Storage, Colour Options (Expected) The Realme Narzo 80x 5G bears the model number RMX3944, according to a 91Mobiles report. Since the already launched Realme P3x 5G carries the same model number, the report suggests that the purported Narzo model could come with similar features. As per the report, the Realme Narzo 80x 5G will be available in RAM and storage configurations of 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB. The handset is said to be offered in Sunlit Gold and Deep Ocean colour options. Notably, the Realme Narzo 70x 5G launched at Rs. 10,999 and Rs. …

Redmi Note 14 5G Ivy Green Colour Variant Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Redmi Note 14 5G Ivy Green Colour Variant Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Redmi Note 14 5G is now available in a new finish in India. The handset was launched in December 2924 in the country with three colour options — Mystique White, Phantom Purple, and Titan Black shades. Key specifications of the Redmi Note 14 5G include a 6.67-inch display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra SoC, and a triple rear camera setup. It houses a 5,110mAh battery with 45W charging support and has an IP64-rated build. Redmi Note 14 5G Price in India The Redmi Note 14 5G has received a new Ivy Green colour option in India priced at Rs. 18,999 for the 6GB + 128GB version. Meanwhile, the 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB models are priced at Rs. 19,999 and Rs. 21,999, respectively. Buyers can avail Rs. 1,000 instant discount with ICICI, HDFC, and SBI credit cards and credit card EMI transactions. They can also get no-cost EMI options up to six months. The latest colour variant of the Redmi Note 14 5G is up for grabs via the Mi website. As mentioned, the new model …