India, Russia, China respond cautiously to new US sanctions bill on Russian energy

CBFC mandates anti-drug warning labels on films showing drug use or trafficking

India has introduced a new regulation requiring films that depict drug consumption or trafficking to carry a prominent anti-drug warning label. The rule brings cinema in line with similar measures already in place for OTT platforms and television broadcasts. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is the regulatory body overseeing this change. The CBFC has previously worked to prevent the glamorization of substance abuse in Indian cinema, with its guidelines most recently updated in May 2025.

iPhone 18 Pro Prices Surge in India, Widening Gap Between Buyers

Apple's latest iPhone lineup, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Duo, has seen a significant price increase in India. Even older iPhone models are not immune, with their prices also rising and reducing overall affordability. Despite the steep costs, iPhones continue to hold strong aspirational appeal and retain high resale value in the Indian market. The price hike has created a clear divide, with wealthier consumers remaining the primary buyers. Analysts suggest most average buyers may still stretch their budgets to purchase these devices due to the brand's enduring prestige.

NRI Woman Faces 200% Penalty for Under-Reporting Income by Rs 14 Lakh, Gets ITAT Relief

A 57-year-old non-resident Indian woman under-reported her income significantly while filing her Income Tax Return, declaring only Rs 43,796 against an actual income that was higher by approximately Rs 14.02 lakh. Tax authorities imposed a steep 200% penalty on the under-reported amount, citing the large discrepancy in her declaration. The woman subsequently challenged the penalty before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT). The ITAT reviewed the case and granted her relief, providing a reprieve from the full extent of the penalty imposed by the tax department.

Naval collision: Pakistan says ‘unacceptable action’, summons Indian envoy