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realme has launched the realme 16 Pro Series, comprising the flagship realme 16 Pro+ and the more accessible realme 16 Pro, enhancing its reputation in the premium mid-range smartphone market. This series aims to set new standards in portrait photography, featuring a pioneering 200MP camera system and advanced software designed to improve capturing moods and moments. The realme 16 Pro+ boasts segment-only technologies like a 200MP LumaColor Camera and a sophisticated 3.5× periscope telephoto lens, enabling users to deliver exceptional portrait quality with natural skin tones and artistic depth. The camera supports various modes for close-ups and super zoom capabilities, paired with tools for professional-grade 4K video recording. This model focuses on versatility to capture both intimate portraits and expansive group shots effectively. Targeting both casual users and photography enthusiasts, the realme 16 Pro incorporates similar camera capabilities as the Pro+ but at a more accessi...

Chennai, the coastal powerhouse of South India, has always been synonymous with deep-rooted cultural heritage and its love for food. From the first sip of the aromatic Filter Coffee in the morning to the indulgent KothuParota to end the day, Chennai has a dynamic culinary expanse to enjoy and embrace. In 2025, Chennai’s food cart was dominated by local classics such as Veg Idlis and Medhu Vadas to national favourites Chicken Biryani and Samosas. Chennai chose what it trusted.   Check out the Chennai Edition of How India Swiggy’d, a snapshot of Chennai’s love affair with food and recap of the year’s delicious highlights.   The City’s Favorites   ●        The city devoured 98 lakh Biryanis, that’s more than 10% of the biryani orders in the country! Chicken Biryani was the most ordered dish with 58.7 lakh orders. ●        The OG favourite, Idlis were the second most ordered dish in the city with over 53 ...

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Lane Chennai , has successfully diagnosed and managed a complex case of angina using advanced Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction (CMD) assessment , marking one of the first such cases in the city. The patient, a 62-year-old woman, had been experiencing persistent chest pain for several months despite having no significant blockages on a routine coronary angiogram. Angina is chest discomfort that occurs when the heart does not receive enough oxygen-rich blood. While it is most often linked to coronary artery disease, a subset of patients continue to experience symptoms even when major arteries appear normal. This condition, medically termed Angina with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries (ANOCA), is increasingly recognised, especially among women with risk factors such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, anaemia, and anxiety. The patient, who had been under follow-up at Apollo Hospitals for six months, underwent CMD assessment using a specialised diagnostic wi...

  Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, announced the launch of its new ‘Safety Centre’ on the Axis mobile banking app ‘open’. This security hub empowers customers with real-time, customer-controlled security features to safeguard their accounts against unauthorized or suspicious activities, without the need to call customer care or visit a branch.   The Safety Centre offers granular control over key digital banking functions, enabling customers to tailor security settings based on their usage and comfort.  Key features include: ·          SMS Shield: An industry-first feature, it verifies the authenticity of SMS messages by checking the Sender ID against Axis Bank’s official IDs.  ·          Turn off Internet Banking: Disable Internet Banking access completely if not required.  ·          Stop Funds Transfer: Ins...

Godrej Jersey has launched its Badam Milk in a 110 ml pack priced at 20, marking a significant development in the flavoured milk category. This is India’s first Badam Milk offering at this price point, bringing down the category entry price by 10, which has historically stood at ₹ 30 and above across leading brands. The new SKU expands access to a much-loved household beverage, making nutritious flavoured milk more attainable for a wider consumer base, particularly school-going children. Badam Milk has long been an integral part of Indian households—a nourishing drink associated with care, comfort, and everyday wellness. Passed down through generations, it holds a strong cultural and emotional connection across families. Recognising this legacy and the evolving consumption habits of Indian consumers, Godrej Jersey entered the Badam Milk category with a focus on delivering sustained energy through affordable, convenient, and every day -relevant nutrition. According to the Godrej Jer...

The Indian Community Welfare Organisation (ICWO) distributed sports shoes, hoodies, track suit and T-shirts on 3 January 2026 to 150 children from marginalized communities 90% of them are girls at its office in Anna Nagar, Chennai, with the support of CAUSE India (Changing Attitudes Using Social Energy) under its flagship campaign “Right to Play.” The sports apparel, through CAUSE India’s initiative, was provided to children who have limited or no access to sports wears due to socio-economic challenges. The initiative aims to promote physical fitness, nurture sporting skills, and create opportunities for holistic development through sports. Mr. Sathish Nagappan, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), CAUSE India, highlighted the vision behind the initiative, stating that “Right to Play focuses on creating a sports platform for underprivileged children where their sports skills can be identified, developed, and supported. Through this initiative, CAUSE India strives to ensure that children ...