OPPO has introduced its latest flagship foldable, the OPPO Find N6, marking a significant advancement in mobile technology. The device aims to eliminate one of the biggest challenges in foldables—the visible screen crease—through advanced hinge engineering and material innovation. Alongside hardware breakthroughs, the smartphone integrates AI-powered productivity tools, a high-performance chipset, and a premium camera system.

A sharp rise in fraudulent phone calls linked to LPG bookings has emerged as a serious concern in Punjab, fueled by rumors of supply disruptions and heightened consumer anxiety. Cybercriminals are exploiting panic-driven demand by impersonating representatives of major gas providers and using phishing tactics to extract sensitive financial information. Authorities warn that increased digital adoption, combined with misinformation about shortages, has created a fertile environment for such scams.

A fresh inter-state dispute has emerged as Bhagwant Mann announced that Punjab will seek Rs. 1.44 lakh crore in unpaid water royalty from Rajasthan. The claim traces back to a pre-independence agreement governing water supply arrangements, under which payments were allegedly discontinued after 1960. With Rajasthan continuing to receive substantial water flows, the issue has resurfaced with financial and political implications.

A deadly fire in a multi-storey residential building near Palam Metro Station has claimed at least nine lives, including three children, while leaving several others seriously injured. The incident, which occurred in southwest New Delhi, triggered a large-scale emergency response involving nearly 30 fire tenders. 

Patel Engineering has secured a major infrastructure contract valued at Rs. 910 crore for the Renuka Ji Dam project in Himachal Pradesh, marking a significant addition to its order book. Awarded by Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited, the project includes critical civil and hydro-mechanical works and is expected to be completed within 30 months. The development underscores the growing momentum in India’s hydropower and infrastructure sectors, driven by government-led investments.

BMW Group India has announced a price increase of up to 2 percent across its vehicle portfolio, effective April 1, as it seeks to mitigate rising input and logistics costs alongside currency depreciation. The adjustment will apply to both BMW and MINI models, reflecting broader pressures faced by the luxury automotive segment. Despite strong demand and a robust product lineup, the company is aligning pricing with macroeconomic realities.

HDFC Bank faced an unexpected governance development as former chairman Atanu Chakraborty stepped down citing ethical concerns, triggering uncertainty among investors and stakeholders. The bank’s leadership, led by CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, has sought to reassure markets, emphasizing institutional stability and denying any systemic issues. Board members expressed surprise at the resignation, noting the absence of detailed allegations.

India’s equity markets witnessed a sharp downturn as investor wealth eroded by Rs. 12.87 lakh crore in a single trading session, reflecting heightened global uncertainty and rising energy prices. The benchmark BSE Sensex plunged over 3 percent, marking its steepest decline in nearly two years. The sell-off was triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, which drove crude oil prices sharply higher, intensifying inflationary concerns.

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has received a significant philanthropic contribution of Rs. 75 crore from alumnus Anant Yardi, founder of Yardi Systems. The funding is aimed at strengthening advanced research in artificial intelligence while also supporting infrastructure modernization initiatives. A substantial portion will be allocated to the Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence, reinforcing IIT Delhi’s position as a leading innovation hub.

Wipro has announced the launch of a new technology hub at GIFT City, aimed at delivering advanced AI-driven solutions to global Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) clients. The facility, initially designed to accommodate 150 professionals with scalability up to 500 seats, underscores the company’s strategic focus on digital transformation and financial technology innovation.