Hotmail Co-Founder Sabeer Bhatia Faces Backlash Over Economic Comments
Bhatia suggested a 55% inheritance tax on India's super-rich in September 2026 to promote merit over inheritance, later noting it would hit just the top 2-3%.
Friday 30 October 2026, 35 stories.
Bhatia suggested a 55% inheritance tax on India's super-rich in September 2026 to promote merit over inheritance, later noting it would hit just the top 2-3%.
The state rolled out MahaINDUS, a secure AI platform for tasks like drafting documents and data analysis in multiple Indian languages, plus 71 new services on Aaple Sarkar 2.0, 36 schemes on MahaDBT 2.0, and 13 on the MAITRI investor portal.
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Update | Oct 30, 19:55 IST The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has cleared Prosus’ investment in Navi to acquire…

From its early access launch to becoming one of the world's most recognised battle royale games, PUBG has transformed online gaming. With Netflix developing a live-action adaptation, the game's journey and global popularity are back in focus.

PB Fintech on Friday reported a strong jump in profit and revenue for the July-September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.


To expand welfare coverage for the emerging gig economy, the Labour Ministry has notified the constitution of the National Social…

Nothing will launch twice the number of smartphones in 2027 as it did in 2026, Nothing India Co-Founder and President, Akis Evangelidis, announced on Friday.

Binance is investigating a major security breach that reportedly resulted in losses estimated at $6.3 billion, potentially making it the largest cryptocurrency theft on record.

From juggling browser tabs to switching between work apps, these laptops focus on the performance, memory and battery life needed for everyday multitasking.

Canva announced a new vision-language model for powering its AI design tools on Friday.
Why it matters Called Canva Brush, it is said to help edit and refine existing creations within Canva while preserving their original elements. (Gadgets 360)

Logistics company Delhivery reported a consolidated net profit of ₹40.6 Cr in the September quarter of FY27 (Q2) from a…
Titled 'The Commanding Heights' and released October 29, 2026, the essay forecasts that abundant AI will enrich controllers of scarce infrastructure, interfaces, and distribution points rather than model developers.

Looking to understand your health better? Explore five smartwatches with features for tracking workouts, sleep, heart rate, recovery and everyday activity.

Spacetech startup Manastu Space raised ₹22 Cr ($2.3 Mn) from Gandhi Securities and Investments, the Thacker Legacy Trusts, and a…


Governor Kathy Hochul signed two laws on October 28 barring AI chatbots from harmful interactions with minors, including simulating romantic relationships and promoting self-harm, and requiring security safeguards in internet-connected baby monitors


Foxconn Chairman Young Liu told reporters at the company's annual event to showcase its technology that he had met OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman earlier in the day and there would be an announcement once details were confirmed.

Booking an Uber, Ola or a Rapido takes a few taps. But keeping thousands of cars available, drivers earning and…

Infinix GT 50 Pro is now available for purchase in India. The handset was launched earlier this week as the latest gaming-focused smartphone from the brand.

YouTube Music and YouTube Premium had more than 150 million combined subscribers worldwide in the third quarter of 2026, up from 125 million earlier this year. The figures include free-trial users.

Bethesda is reportedly getting ready to announce the official title of the next Elder Scrolls game. According to a report, the long-awaited RPG is called The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel.

Samsung has been offering sleep apnea detection since the feature was approved in Korea back in 2023. After it was approved by the US FDA in 2024, it was made available in several countries including India.


Oppo Find X10 Ultra will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset, according to a tipster.
Why it matters If this is true, the tech firm could be changing its chipset strategy for the flagship Ultra series handsets. (Gadgets 360)


Instagram’s latest foray into horizontal, long-form videos will transform how social media scrollers, content creators, and even streaming competitors operate

The guidance could test confidence in a stock that has more than doubled this year, as investors weigh ongoing manufacturing constraints and soft PC demand against strong demand for its AI server chips and efforts to revive growth through a costly foundry expansion.

India is among the world's leading markets for AI-powered shopping, with 76 per cent of consumers using artificial intelligence tools to search for products, compare choices or make purchase decisions, according to a report by McKinsey, which highlighted the growing shift towards AI-led commerce.

Apple is reportedly taking a gradual approach to introducing touch support in macOS.

A practical comparison of five smart TVs under ₹40,000, covering screen size, picture technology, smart features, buyer feedback and key buying considerations.

Apple iPhone Air 2 is tipped to feature a 6.55-inch 120Hz OLED display, a 2nm A20-series chipset and dual 48MP rear cameras.
Why it matters The smartphone could pack a 3,500mAh battery, an 11% increase over the original iPhone Air. (Mint)

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has reported a security breach affecting an estimated $6.3 Bn in assets, in what appears to be…
