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Who’s watching India’s microdramas? The answer goes beyond Gen Z

Microdramas are finding traction among India’s 18-34 age group, drawing mobile-first viewers with fast-paced, emotionally charged stories. Low production costs and high engagement are fuelling the format’s early growth.

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Lounge Loves: Smash Guys, Rhododendrons and more

Also featured, a new show by the makers of ‘Big Mouth’ and the 2026 World Cup squad announcement videos

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The world’s most surprising economic success story is…North Korea

Arms sales to Russia and goods from China provide a boost, despite sanctions. “The regime is wealthier than ever.”

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CMR Green IPO allotment date likely today. GMP, steps to check status online

CMR Green Technologies IPO allotment date is likely today, June 8, CMR Green Technologies IPO allotment status online check can be done through the websites of BSE and NSE, and also on the official portal of the IPO registrar. Kfin Technologies is the CMR Green Technologies IPO registrar.

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India's biggest health crisis isn't physical—it's financial: New study show

A recent report shows urban Indians score 65/100 on wellbeing, with financial health as the weakest link. Stress affects 82% of respondents, and mental health is gaining importance, particularly among younger populations.

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After a decade-long surge, is Apple’s India iPhone growth losing steam?

The slowdown would come despite India remaining one of Apple's brightest markets. For over four years, Apple’s outgoing chief executive, Tim Cook, has highlighted record quarterly revenue from India iPhone sales

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LPG Price Hiked by ₹29 Across India, Still Cheapest Among Major Nations?

Domestic LPG cylinder prices have been increased by ₹29 across India, taking the price of a 14.2-kg cylinder in Delhi to ₹942. The hike impacts millions of households, even as the government argues that cooking gas in India remains among the cheapest in the world. Citing data from the Petroleum Ministry, the Centre compared LPG prices in India with countries including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Canada and the United States. Watch for a detailed breakdown of the latest LPG price revision, city-wise rates and the government's affordability claim.

7 Jun 2026

Who’s watching India’s microdramas? The answer goes beyond Gen Z

Microdramas are finding traction among India’s 18-34 age group, drawing mobile-first viewers with fast-paced, emotionally charged stories. Low production costs and high engagement are fuelling the format’s early growth.

5 min read11:45 AM IST

How India hit its FY26 deficit target despite subsidy surge

Higher subsidies and lower receipts complicated the Centre's fiscal math in FY26. Yet, it met its deficit target for FY26. Mint breaks down the math.

3 min read09:56 AM IST

Ashok Gehlot breaks silence on Sachin Pilot: ‘I facilitated his rise…’

Ex-CM Gehlot took to X and claimed that he played a pivotal role in Sachin Pilot's ascent to the Union Cabinet. Expressing deep personal hurt, Gehlot noted that despite his active efforts to secure a ministerial berth for Pilot, the latter never publicly acknowledged the support.

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