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'Varanasi' controversy: Ram Gopal Varma defends SS Rajamouli
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'Varanasi' controversy: Ram Gopal Varma defends SS Rajamouli

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has publicly defended SS Rajamouli after the director faced backlash for declaring himself an atheist. Varma argued that atheism is constitutionally protected and that an artist's personal beliefs shouldn't limit their creative expression. He suggested critics' jealousy fuels the controversy, asserting Rajamouli's success will continue regardless.

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Digital Dementia: How Excessive Screen Time Is Rewiring The Brain, Experts Warn
Health

Digital Dementia: How Excessive Screen Time Is Rewiring The Brain, Experts Warn

In a hyperconnected world where smartphones rarely leave our hands, a new concern has emerged, digital dementia. Though the term sounds dramatic, experts say the symptoms linked to excessive screen exposure are very real. Rising attention issues, disrupted sleep cycles, memory lapses and emotional distress are being increasingly observed across age groups. And according to specialists, much of it stems from how the brain responds to constant digital stimulation. ALSO READ: Can’t Stop Scrolling? You Might Have Popcorn Brain, Say Experts How Screens Affect Attention, Memory, And Focus Dr. Jayendra Yadav, Consultant Neurologist, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, explains that “digital overexposure is when people spend excessive amounts of time engaging with screens.” Multitasking across apps, endless notifications and short bursts of focus create a state of information overload that “can lead to fatigue and reduced critical thinking.” He warns that this constant jumping between platforms weakens our ability to engage in deep focus. “Constant app switching and notifications can impair sustained attention,” he notes, adding that the brain’s natural rhythm of focus and rest gets disrupted. Over time, this impacts how memories are formed, integrated and retained. Dr. Kedar Tilwe, Consultant, Psychiatrist, Fortis Hospital, Mulund and Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, adds, "constant unregulated exposure to digital stimuli may result in attention difficulties, sleep-wake cycle disturbances, concentration issues, cognitive blunting and mood disturbances.” This happens because digital platforms trigger repeated dopamine surges, conditioning the brain to crave more stimulation. When Does It Become A Disorder? Experts Explain The Warning Signs One of the biggest red flags, according to Dr. Tilwe, is when screen use turns compulsive. He explains that digital dependency becomes harmful when “constant digital activity establishes itself into compulsive habitual loops… at tremendous cost to personal, professional and social life.” It may show up as relationship strain, work issues, academic decline or even neglecting one’s own health. The associated overstimulation can trigger “severe anxiety, forgetfulness and even agitation,” while increased impulsivity may lead to “rash decisions, impaired judgment and higher risk of substance abuse.” Meanwhile, Dr. Yadav says the consequences extend beyond behaviour. Reduced physical activity caused by prolonged screen time affects brain health because exercise supports neuroplasticity. He also highlights that “late-night screen time, especially with blue light exposure, can interrupt circadian rhythms,” which is linked to poor cognitive performance and long-term neurodegenerative risks. Is Digital Damage Reversible? Experts say the symptoms are reversible if addressed early. Dr. Tilwe stresses that “conscious efforts to reduce the digital exposure can lead to a significant reduction in the symptoms.” His recommended steps include: Limiting the number of screens and screen time. Practising a digital detox for at least 30–60 minutes daily. Establishing screen-free zones, “especially the dining table and bedroom” Replacing screen time with outdoor hobbies and real-world connections. Incorporating relaxation techniques such as yoga and mindfulness. Dr. Yadav echoes the importance of sleep hygiene and reducing late-night screen use, reminding that poor rest directly impacts cognitive performance and emotional regulation. If left unchecked, the brain’s constant need for digital stimulation could reshape how we think, focus and connect with the world. But with expert-backed strategies, awareness and intentional habits, reclaiming cognitive balance in the digital age is entirely achievable. [Disclaimer: The information provided in the article is shared by experts and is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.]

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Rooftop Railing Collapse After Bangladesh Quake Kills Three In Dhaka’s Armanitola
World

Rooftop Railing Collapse After Bangladesh Quake Kills Three In Dhaka’s Armanitola

Dhaka [Bangladesh], November 21 (ANI): At least three people were killed and ten others injured on Friday after a brick-built rooftop railing of an eight-storey building collapsed in Armanitola area of Dhaka after a 5.5-magnitude earthquake jolted several parts of Bangladesh, The Daily Star reported. According to local reports, a portion of the railing broke off and fell onto a butcher's stall on the street below, hitting customers and pedestrians passing through the crowded lane. Assistant Sub-Inspector Zakaria Hossain Nayon said the three seriously injured pedestrians were taken to the hospital but could not be saved. "They were brought in critical condition. Doctors declared them dead on arrival," he informed the Fire Service. Sub-Inspector Ashish Kumar of Bangshal Police Station said the collapse took place around the time people felt tremors across the city. "Three pedestrians were critically injured in the collapse. They were rushed to Mitford Hospital, where doctors declared them dead. Police have cordoned off the area, " he said. Residents said the narrow stretch was crowded when the wall came crashing down, leaving little time for people to react. Authorities from the Fire Service and police are now assessing the structural safety of the building and surrounding properties, The Daily Star reported. The injured are undergoing treatment, and officials said further updates will follow after initial inspections are completed. Dhaka and several parts of Bangladesh experienced strong tremors on Friday morning following a 5.5-magnitude earthquake near Narsingdi, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The USGS reported that the quake occurred at 10:08 am (IST). Tremors were widely felt in Dhaka around 10:40 am and were also reported in parts of India, including West Bengal and adjoining northeast India.    (This report has been published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. Apart from the headline, no editing has been done in the copy by ABP Live.)

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India-Israel ties: India mulls startup & innovation collaborations with Israel; Piyush Goyal says focus on cybersecurity, MedTech
Business

India-Israel ties: India mulls startup & innovation collaborations with Israel; Piyush Goyal says focus on cybersecurity, MedTech

India is seeking to deepen collaboration with Israeli startups in areas like cybersecurity, medical devices, and mobility to bolster its innovation ecosystem. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted that technology-driven cooperation will be a key element of a proposed bilateral trade agreement, aiming to leverage Israel's frontier innovation and India's market scale.

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Rahman says fame took a toll on his family life
Entertainment

Rahman says fame took a toll on his family life

AR Rahman revealed how his global fame has impacted his personal life, making simple outings like dinner in Chennai a challenge due to constant fan attention. He shared that the inability to enjoy meals, even at weddings, has taken a toll on his family life, contrasting it with the direct boundary-setting of Western artists.

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Tara refers Veer as 'husband', engagement rumors spark
Entertainment

Tara refers Veer as 'husband', engagement rumors spark

Tara Sutaria’s reference to Veer Pahariya as her ‘husband’ at her Maldives birthday party has sparked engagement rumors among fans. The playful video featuring their close friend Orry shows a humorous exchange, capturing a lively moment between friends. Since confirming their relationship in July, the couple has shared affectionate moments publicly.

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Car Prices May Jump In 2026: Why India's Record Sales Boom Could Still Hit Your Wallet
Technology

Car Prices May Jump In 2026: Why India's Record Sales Boom Could Still Hit Your Wallet

Indian consumers may have to pour out more from their wallets to purchase automobiles as the industry (original equipment manufacturers) might need to consider price hikes in January 2026 to offset challenges of high freight rates and commodity costs, according to Nomura Ratings, just past the key festive months which saw passenger vehicles, two and three-wheeler segments posting their highest ever wholesales in October 2025, buoyed by consumer demand and the recent GST rate reduction. October 2025 also witnessed record-high auto retail sales growth driven by GST 2.0 and rural resurgence, with 40.5 growth YoY, an all-time high.   Adding a new dimension to the auto industry growth, India is among the key emerging markets which in Q3 2025 saw a significant rise in automotive manufacturing investments in Asia, as per new research at BMI, a Fitch Solutions arm. Indian investments, along with those in Indonesia, Thailand, and mainland China, were among 40 new projects across EMs valued at USD 10.6 billion by BMI. This is a significant jump from Q2 2025, when BMI tracked 30 new projects, driven primarily by the growing electric vehicle (EV) sector and regional demand for passenger vehicles and hybrids, especially in India. GST Keeps Dispatches Moving At home, there are growth propellers proactively at work with the GST rate revisions, effective from 22 September 2025, pushing PVs to record sales of 4.61 lakh units, a growth of a whopping 17.2 per cent and two-wheelers (2W) to post 22.11 lakh units with a growth of 2.1 per cent as compared to October of previous year, as informs Rajesh Menon, Director General, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). “In the three-wheeler segment, 81.29 thousand units were sold with a growth of 5.9 per cent, compared to October 2024,” says Menon, underlining the positive show despite being constrained due to certain logistic limitations. The total production of passenger vehicles, three wheelers, two wheelers and quadricycles in October 2025 was 28,01,412 units. According to Nomura analysts Kapil Singh and Siddhartha Bera, wholesale volumes of PVs were up 8 per cent on-year and 2Ws were up 2 per cent YoY. Importantly, wholesales across OEMs were much higher than estimates in October, supported by festive season demand and recent GST cuts, point out Singh and Bera, who expect demand to remain strong for the next three months. “OEMs have defied concerns over anticipated supply challenges in October due to lower production days and logistics issues, and in fact managed much better,” says the analysts. Asit C. Mehta, investment analyst, attributes the broad-based growth in auto sales to improving rural sentiment and festive demand.  “October 2025 was a month driven by the festivals of Dussehra, Dhanteras and Diwali, further complemented by the positive impact of GST 2.0 reforms. This provided a significant boost to the Indian automotive industry,” confirms Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director & Chief Operating Officer of Hyundai Motor India, which achieved total monthly sales of 69,894 units in October 2025, bolstered by monthly domestic sales of 53,792 units and export sales of 16,102 units in October 2025, with an 11 per cent YoY growth. “We witnessed robust market demand and high consumer enthusiasm leading to second second-highest monthly sales of the Hyundai Creta and Venue combined, with 30,119 units sold,” says Garg, who expects to accelerate this momentum with the new Hyundai Venue. Bumper Harvest For Auto Majors The sustained rally of GST review-induced auto sales is visible in other companies as well. Tata Motors exhibited strong domestic PV dispatches at 61,295 units in October 2025 in the domestic and international market, compared to 48,423 units during October 2024, supported by the tailwinds of GST cuts and festive demand. This was a record-breaking monthly wholesales for the second consecutive month, delivering an impressive 27 per cent YoY growth as SUVs led the charge, selling 47,000 plus units along with all-time high EV wholesales of 9,286 units, riding on 73 per cent YoY growth. The landmark was over 1 lakh vehicle deliveries between Navratri and Diwali, marking a 33 per cent YoY growth. Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, also views October as a good month for the automotive Industry as well as for the. “Nissan Motor India’s reported consolidated sales of 9675 units in October 2025 mark a phenomenal 45 per cent month-on-month growth, reflecting a strong festive demand during Navratri, Dussehra and Diwali, complemented by the positive impact of the GST rate reduction,” agrees Vatsa. To keep this cheer going, the company is also expanding towards new upcoming product launches, which include the much-awaited Nissan Tekton, a 7-seater B-MPV, and a 7-seater C-SUV, with dealer partners anticipating a strong boost in customer engagement.  As per Nomura data, Mahindra & Mahindra’s utility volume growth increased 31.4 per cent YoY to 71.6k units, boosted by festive demand and GST cuts. Maruti Suzuki’s domestic sales were above estimates, with sales up 10.5 per cent YoY at 176k units, and overall volumes were above Nomura's estimate at 221k units, up 7 per cent YoY. “The recently-launched Victoris has already reached 30k bookings, while the overall pending bookings for MSIL stand at 200k units. The company’s Vahan retail market share increased to 43.3 per cent for October 2025, while wholesale market share increased to 38 per cent.  Among 2Ws, Bajaj Auto wholesale volumes of 2W were up 4.1 per cent YoY at 266000 units,  TVS Motors’ domestic volumes were at 428000 units, up 9 per cent YoY, and Royal Enfield achieved its highest-ever festive performance, crossing a remarkable milestone of over 2.49 lakh motorcycles sold during September and October with 26 per cent growth over the same period last year. In October alone, the company posted monthly sales of 1,24,951 motorcycles, registering a 13 per cent growth over the same period last year.  Rural Power For Auto Retail The resurgence has also translated into a sharp rebound in dispatches from showrooms as the 42-day period (Dussehra–Diwali) saw overall retail sales jump 21 per cent YoY with rural India becoming the growth engine, aided by strong monsoon, higher farm incomes and infrastructure spending, shows data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). “October’25 will be remembered as a landmark month for India’s auto retail, where reforms, festivities, and rural resurgence came together to deliver record-breaking results,” says FADA President CS Vigneshwar. According to him, the 2W surge of 52 per cent was supported by rural demand, GST reductions and the festive rush as dealers reported stronger footfalls and better sentiment, leading to extremely high conversion. “Passenger vehicles with 11 per cent YoY growth, breached the five-lakh mark to close at 5.57 lakh units, the highest ever in India’s retail history. Importantly, inventory levels eased by 5-7 days to 53-55 days, reflecting healthier supply alignment,” says Vigneshwar. There are, however, several bottlenecks in sight, according to Nomura’s Bera and Singh, even as FADA’s near-term outlook suggests a confluence of encouraging macro and policy factors like the GST 2.0 reforms and “Viksit Bharat by 2047” vision, which will continue to drive affordability, especially in the mass and entry-level segments. Nomura experts highlight  freight rates, which have declined by 5-7 per cent month on month but are still 7-8 per cent  above September 2025 levels. Another worry is commodity costs, which sequentially increased by 100 basis points quarter-on-quarter in 2Ws and PVs, led by precious metals. OEMs might need to consider price hikes in January to offset the same. Positive Signals Ahead Vigneshwar feels strong rural cash flows post-harvest, marriage season demand and improved stock availability across categories are expected to sustain retail momentum. “Upcoming new model launches, healthier financing conditions, and stable fuel prices further reinforce a supportive ecosystem for continued growth,” says the FADA president. Insights from the FADA Dealer survey indicate that the momentum from the festive surge is likely to extend into November, though with a natural moderation after an all-time high October.  As a longer-term bet, BMI analysts point out that India has emerged as a key automotive hub through supportive government policies, strategic partnerships, and rapid EV segment growth, exemplified by Suzuki’s export-focused eVitara project and VinFast’s innovative plant, leading to increased local value addition, technology transfer, and expansion into new markets.  India attracted 13 projects in BMI’s Q3 2025 Autos Investment Roundup and 11 in its Q2 2025 edition, dominating the APAC region as government initiatives such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, the PM Electric Drive scheme and targeted reductions in import duties on EV components have played a pivotal role in drawing both domestic and international capital. FADA All-India Vehicle Retail Data For FY26 YTD (Apr 25 to Oct 25) In another positive, BMI insights draw attention to India’s EV segment, which is expanding rapidly, driven by rising demand for affordable models, an increasingly supportive policy environment, launch of new entry-level and mid-market EVs tailored specifically to Indian consumers, which is accelerating EV adoption well beyond early urban markets. As investments in infrastructure and consumer awareness continue to grow, the market is poised to enter its next phase of expansion, characterised by broader regional reach. Mukherjee is a contributing writer for ABP Live English. A business journalist for more than 15 years, she has written extensively on the economy, policy, and international relations in Indian newspapers and magazines

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Won’t Get Brighter Screens? New Leak Hints At No Major Upgrade
Technology

Samsung Galaxy S26 Won’t Get Brighter Screens? New Leak Hints At No Major Upgrade

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series, expected in early 2026, might not get the brighter screens many people were waiting for. A new leak says all three phones: the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra, will still have the same 2,600-nit peak brightness. This is the exact level used in the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S25 series.  Other brands like Apple, Xiaomi, Oppo and Vivo already have brighter M14-based OLED screens. Because of this, some users feel Samsung is not giving a big display upgrade this time. Samsung Galaxy S26 Display Brightness Leak Explained A well-known tipster called PhoneArt (@UniverseIce) posted on X that all Galaxy S26 models will stay at 2,600 nits. This means there is no real jump in brightness, even though Samsung is moving to its newer M14 OLED material.  Today we're not talking about cameras ,let's talk about the display. From what I’ve exclusively learned, the Galaxy S26 series still caps out at 2600 nits peak brightness, including the S26 Ultra. This is not a good sign. Display brightness has stayed unchanged for several… pic.twitter.com/ahG5azJiAE — PhoneArt (@UniverseIce) November 20, 2025 If this leak is correct, Samsung will fall behind its competitors. For example, the iPhone 17 is expected to reach 3,000 nits, Xiaomi 17 at 3,500 nits, Oppo Find X9 at 3,600 nits and Vivo X300 at 4,500 nits. Even though 2,600 nits is bright enough for outdoor use, many fans feel disappointed because Samsung usually increases screen brightness every year. Some people think Samsung might be limiting brightness to reduce heat or save costs. Still, staying at 2,600 nits does not mean Samsung is skipping M14. The new M14 material has better purity, lasts longer and handles damage better.  It can make the display more efficient, but it does not control colour depth, dimming speed or the panel’s final design. Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Other Expected Upgrades  Since a brighter display may not happen, Samsung may focus on other improvements. The Galaxy S26 Ultra may get a new version of Corning Gorilla Armour with a stronger anti-reflective coating, which can make the screen look clearer even at the same brightness. Samsung is also said to be working on a Privacy Display feature that dims sensitive content automatically. Apart from the display, the Galaxy S26 Ultra might get faster 60W wired charging and 25W wireless charging. The S26 and S26 Plus may move to 20W wireless charging. The Galaxy S26 series is expected to launch in January 2026, though some reports mention February or March.

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Trump sanctions take effect today: Will India stop buying Russian crude oil? Yes — and no.
Business

Trump sanctions take effect today: Will India stop buying Russian crude oil? Yes — and no.

US sanctions on Russia's Rosneft and Lukoil, effective November 21, 2025, are impacting India's oil imports. Russian crude loadings for India have significantly dropped, forcing refiners to seek alternative sources. While direct procurement from sanctioned entities will cease, Russia's oil may continue to flow through less transparent channels, impacting global trade dynamics.

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Farah reveals YouTube income surpasses her film earnings
Entertainment

Farah reveals YouTube income surpasses her film earnings

Filmmaker Farah Khan began YouTube vlogging in 2024, quickly gaining a large audience and making her cook Dilip popular. Motivated by a long break before her next film and rising college costs for her children, she chose food content. By her second vlog, she earned the Silver Play Button. Farah called her YouTube income "massive," surpassing her film earnings.

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