Foxconn has begun iPhone 17 production at its Bengaluru plant, its second-largest iPhone production unit outside China. Apple aims to increase iPhone production in India to 60 million units this year. Apple CEO Tim Cook stated that most iPhones sold in the US in June 2025 were made in India. Apple's smartphone shipments in India rose 21.5% in the first half of 2025. The Bengaluru factory aims to diversify Apple's production away from China.

Reducing plastic waste starts with small choices at home. Simple shifts like using reusable bags, eco-friendly cutlery, and composting can drastically cut down plastic waste. Choosing sustainable brands and buying in bulk also helps. Every small change creates a ripple effect for a greener, healthier tomorrow. By making mindful choices, individuals can significantly reduce plastic waste and set an example for others to follow.

Microsoft will require employees within 50 miles of its Redmond headquarters to work from the office at least three days a week, starting January 2026. Some teams may face stricter in-person requirements. The new policy, announced in September, marks a shift from pandemic-era remote work flexibility. Employees can apply for exemptions, but details are unclear. The move aligns Microsoft with Amazon, Google, and Meta, which also mandate in-office attendance.

OpenAI's Nick Turley advises users to treat ChatGPT as a "second opinion," not a primary information source, despite GPT-5's improvements. He acknowledged the AI still hallucinates, producing false information about 10% of the time. OpenAI has connected ChatGPT to search for verification. Turley anticipates solving hallucinations eventually, but not soon. OpenAI is reportedly developing a browser, and CEO Altman hinted at potentially buying Google Chrome.

Apple is restoring the blood oxygen feature on some Apple Watch models in the US via iOS 18.6.1 and watchOS 11.6.1 updates. This follows a US Customs ruling after a patent dispute led to its removal. The updated feature sends blood oxygen data to the paired iPhone for display in the Health app. Watches sold with the original feature or outside the US are unaffected. Apple is expected to launch new Apple Watch models with the iPhone 17.

Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal has launched Parallel Web Systems, an AI startup, after leaving Twitter. The company secured $30 million in funding from venture capital firms like Khosla Ventures. Parallel aims to build AI systems that can interact with the web in real-time, fetching, verifying, and organizing information instead of using static data. The team includes former engineers from Twitter, Google, and other tech companies.

Diabetes distress affects 18% of India's 101 million people living with the condition. It can manifest as irritability, frustration, or emotional fatigue due to daily management demands. Experts recommend using technology like Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) devices to ease the burden and offer support. A holistic approach that includes nutritious eating, regular physical activity, and consistent glucose monitoring is also crucial.

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) withdrew ₹21,000 crore from Indian equities in the first half of August, bringing the total outflow for 2025 to ₹1.16 lakh crore. Analysts cite tepid earnings, high valuations, and IT sector selling as reasons. S&P's upgrade of India's credit rating and easing US-Russia tensions could improve FPI sentiment. FPIs invested ₹4,469 crore in debt general limit and ₹232 crore in debt voluntary retention route.

Hailey Bieber, known for her radiant "glazed doughnut" skin, shares her skincare secrets. She emphasizes hydration using serums with hyaluronic acid and nourishing moisturizers. Bieber prefers gentle cleansers and daily sunscreen for UV protection. She advocates for a minimal, effective product lineup and highlights lifestyle habits like drinking water, balanced meals, and stress management for overall skin health, focusing on consistency and protection.

A U.S. team's planned visit to India on August 25 for trade agreement talks is likely postponed. This occurs as the U.S. imposed a 50% duty on some Indian goods. The U.S. seeks greater access to India's agriculture and dairy sectors. Both countries aim to finalize the first phase of a trade deal by fall 2025 and increase trade to $500 billion by 2030. India's exports to the U.S. rose 21.64% during April-July.