Redmi Pad SE set to launch in India on April 23

by Swati Sucharita

New Delhi, Apr 17 : After months of anticipation, Xiaomi's Redmi Pad SE is finally making its way to the Indian market, with a scheduled launch date of April 23.

The tablet, which was initially released in September last year, is set to debut in India during Xiaomi's Smarter Living 2024 event, bringing its impressive features to Indian consumers.

Although the reason for the delay in bringing the Redmi Pad SE to India remains unclear, fans of the brand can rejoice as the long-awaited device is set to hit the shelves soon.

Xiaomi's social media accounts in India are abuzz with teasers, confirming the imminent arrival of the Redmi Pad SE.

With the tagline "Brilliant Display. All-Day Battery", the Redmi Pad SE promises to offer an immersive viewing experience coupled with long-lasting battery life.

Read more Technology News

As per GSM Arena, boasting an 11-inch 1200x1920 90 Hz LCD touchscreen with 400-nit typical brightness, the tablet is sure to impress with its visual clarity.

Under the hood, the Redmi Pad SE is powered by the Snapdragon 680 SoC and offers configurations with 4/6/8GB of RAM and 128/256GB of storage, catering to varying user needs. Additionally, it features an 8 MP rear camera, a 5 MP selfie camera, and an impressive 8,000 mAh battery with support for 18W wired charging.

Given the specifications on offer, the Redmi Pad SE is expected to be a budget-friendly option, providing consumers with a compelling combination of performance and affordability, as per the reports obtained by GSM Arena.

(ANI)

Aakash Chopra picks his Team India squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2024

by Swati Sucharita

New Delhi, Apr 30: The announcement of India's squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 is imminent and anticipation is high on who will make the cut. Experts and fans alike have made their choices on who should be in the squad. Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has picked his squad for the T20 World Cup on his Youtube channel.

Chopra's squad did have few surprises and did make cases for his choices with stats and the need for balance and flexibility in the squad. Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal were his picks for openers with Virat Kohli as an option for both opening and no. 3 spot. While Kohli has always featured for team India at No 3, he has enjoyed another stellar season while opening for RCB, on Sunday he became the first batsman to reach the 500-run mark this season.

Suryakumar Yadav was his next pick followed by Shivam Dube and Rinku Singh. Aakash Chopra stated it could become a fight amongst the three for a spot as Yadav made his return to competitive cricket this season after a lengthy injury and Rinku Singh has not hit the same high as his previous seasons.

The next name mentioned in the squad might probably be the most unpopular choice right now in Hardik Pandya, but Aakash backed his choice stating that Hardik is the only batter out there who provides an option as a fast bowler as well. Ravindra Jadeja was his second choice as the second all-rounder in the team.

Moving on to the wicket-keepers, Aakash surprised most fans by selecting Rishab Pant and KL Rahul over Sanju Samson. Rishabh is playing some of his best cricket after returning from a career-threatening injury and is in contention for the orange cap as well.

For options as spinners, he went ahead with Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav but he did state that he would not be surprised if Axar Patel made it into the actual squad instead of Chahal.

Jasprit Bumrah was the first choice of fast bowlers and said that he was an easy choice. Arshdeep Singh was his second choice followed by the surprise pick of Deepak Chahar, he did back his inclusion stating that Deepak is one of the most economical bowlers in the powerplay where he has picked up 64 wickets in 95 innings at an economy of just 7.7.

Aakash Chopra's squad for Team India: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Rishab Pant (WK), KL Rahul (WK), Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Deepak Chahar.

(ANI)

India's gold demand rises 8 pc in Jan-March despite soaring prices

by Manisha Das

Mumbai, April 30: India's gold demand rose to 136.6 tons in the January-March quarter which represents an 8 per cent increase over the same quarter of the previous year, according to figures released by the World Gold Council (WGC) on Tuesday.

Gold purchases have increased despite rising prices, reflecting higher incomes in a growing economy, according to market analysts.

Out of the total gold demand, the jewellery demand in India increased by 4 per cent to 95.5 tonne from 91.9 tonne. The total investment demand (in the form of bar, coin among others) grew 19 per cent to 41.1 tonne from 34.4 tonne.

India's gold demand in value terms rose 20 per cent to Rs 75,470 crore during the quarter compared to the same period last year.

The increase in the demand was higher from investors who saw gold as a safe-haven asset amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war.

The Reserve Bank of India also stepped up buying of the precious metal which saw its gold reserves increasing by 19 tons in the January-March quarter this year, surpassing last year's net purchases of 16 tons, the WGC said.

Demand for gold from India is likely to range between 700 and 800 metric tons in 2024, with the figure falling near the lower band if prices continue to increase, said Sachin Jain, CEO of WGC's Indian operations.

Domestic prices of gold soared to a lifetime high of Rs 73,958 per 10 grams in April after steadily rising by more than 13 per cent in 2024. The increase comes on top of a 10 per cent rise in 2023.

Rising gold prices are leading to higher returns for investors, but the consumption demand for use in jewellery is being dampened due to the higher cost, Jain said.

Increased purchases of gold during the Gudi Padwa festival further fuelled gold prices this month. The sharp increase in prices could lead to some moderation in gold purchases during the Akshaya Tritiya festival compared to last year, according to jewellers.

(IANS)

Zakir Khan relates at 'many levels' with his role in 'Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare'

by Manisha Das

Mumbai, April 30: Comedian and actor Zakir Khan, who is back as Ronny in the third season of 'Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare', has opened up on the reliability factor with his character, sharing that there are quite a few similarities between the real and reel personalities.

Reflecting on his character, Zakir shared: "If I had to describe Ronny's character in one line, it would be 'his intention is right, but his methods are wrong'. He tries to balance out these two aspects, and his journey has revolved around this balance throughout the past two seasons."

"I relate to Ronny's character, there are quite a few similarities between the real and reel personalities. I relate to his character on many levels, from his approach to tackling situations to his bond with his loved ones and how he is always ready to help others," he added.

In the new season, the audience has witnessed Ronny on a whole new adventure, introducing him to new characters and tasks that put him in complex situations.

"In this latest season, viewers will witness his setbacks, betrayals, and how he overcomes them. I believe it's this transformation that truly makes this season special, and everyone will enjoy watching it," added Zakir.