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TechnologyPhoto: NDTV TechThe Pebble Qore 2 is a new screen-less fitness tracker priced at Rs. 3,799. It offers excellent battery life and a distraction-free design that pairs well with any attire. However, it under-records key activity metrics such as calories burned, steps taken, and active time, affecting its tracking accuracy despite its affordability and comfort.
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PoliticsPhoto: MintTelangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka announced a pay scale revision for about 1,800 executive officers (E-1 to E-7) at Singareni Collieries, aligning their salaries with Coal India. The revision, effective from September 25, 2026, will be reflected in October salaries. This follows recent bonuses and festive support for Singareni workers, reaffirming the government's commitment to the workforce.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18Hi BusinessThe 8th Pay Commission was formed in November 2025 and given 18 months to submit its report. Employee organizations are demanding a fitment factor of 3.833, compared to 2.57 in the 7th Pay Commission. However, the actual salary increase was limited last time due to a larger portion being included in the Dearness Allowance (DA).
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SportsPhoto: News18 SportsNishad Kumar made history by winning two gold medals at the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya. He won gold in the men’s T47 high jump with a Games record of 2.04m, after previously winning gold in the T47 long jump. Nishad is the third Indian to win two golds in a single Asian Para Games edition. He lost his right arm at age six in Himachal Pradesh.
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BusinessPhoto: ET MarketsUS stock futures showed mixed trends with Nasdaq futures declining due to weakness in AI-linked stocks. Rising oil prices, with Brent crude near a five-month high amid geopolitical supply concerns, added pressure on the market. Investors are awaiting key earnings reports from major companies, influencing market movements ahead of the announcements.
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SciencePhoto: Hindu ScienceIndian researchers have identified terrestrial analogue sites that resemble Martian environments. This is crucial as recent studies show that orbital data alone cannot fully characterize Martian minerals. Identifying such Earth sites supports planetary exploration by providing ground truth for mineral studies and helps in better understanding Mars' geology and potential for past life.
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Photo: NDTV TechThe Pebble Qore 2 is a new screen-less fitness tracker priced at Rs. 3,799. It offers excellent battery life and a distraction-free design that pairs well with any attire. However, it under-records key activity metrics such as calories burned, steps taken, and active time, affecting its tracking accuracy despite its affordability and comfort.
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