The simple yet powerful plan India could follow to ward off impacts of Iran-like disastersIran war: As geopolitical tensions continue with the looming threat of a restart of the conflict in Iran, India finds itself at a crossroad...
24 Apr, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
Why Charging Cables Always Break Near the Tip Without WarningCharging cables fail prematurely not due to poor quality, but improper handling. Repeated bending causes plastic deformation and strain acc...
21 Apr, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
Plates, bottles, dirt everywhere: Airbnb host goes viral after guests leave behind shocking messAn Airbnb host went viral after showcasing a property left in a shocking state of disarray by guests. The video revealed extensive trash, l...
19 Apr, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
India's EV boom outpaces charging infrastructure, tests network limitsThe electric vehicle revolution in India is gaining traction, with an impressive uptick in consumer interest, but there's a catch: charging...
19 Apr, 2026, 08.00 AM IST
A new industry alliance aimed to ‘democratise’ EV tech, in the makingThe on-ground roll out is expected in a few weeks, and the Bharat Forge-backed EV startup Tork Motors is set to be the first player to adop...
26 Jul, 2023, 07.05 PM IST
Soon you can watch Doordarshan channels without a set-top boxCurrently, television viewers are required to purchase set-top boxes for viewing various paid and free channels. The viewer is required to ...
09 Jan, 2023, 07.08 PM IST
One nation, many devices, one chargerA universal charging device (UCD) will benefit users and the environment. Reducing the need for multiple charges reduces material use and e...
21 Aug, 2022, 11.02 PM IST
Expert groups to weigh common charger across devicesOn Wednesday, the government held preliminary talks with stakeholders to explore how such a standard can be achieved across devices includi...
18 Aug, 2022, 08.08 AM IST
Government to form expert groups to explore adoption of common chargers, says Consumer Affairs Secretary"India can initially think of exploring shifting to two types of chargers, including C type. Shifting to common chargers is a complex issue...
17 Aug, 2022, 05.55 PM IST
Govt to meet industry stakeholders on common charger for all electronic devicesGovernment to hold a meeting with industry stakeholders on Wednesday to explore the option of adopting a common charger for mobile phones a...
17 Aug, 2022, 11.13 AM IST
India explores mandating common charger for all devices. How will you benefit?The Indian government will be consulting stakeholders next week as it explores the option of adopting a common charger for all devices. Onc...
11 Aug, 2022, 01.17 PM IST
One plug and done: EU to require common way to charge phonesThe new rules, which will take effect by fall 2024, mean EU consumers will only need to use a common USB Type-C cable for small and medium-...
07 Jun, 2022, 06.57 PM IST
Charge of the single charger brigadeLet the stand-offish behaviour of Apple products come to an end!
23 Sep, 2021, 11.39 PM IST
EV customers facing charging roadblocksMany governments and leading real estate developers are taking measures to ensure at least upcoming residential complexes have adequate veh...
20 Sep, 2021, 10.33 AM IST
Ather Energy wants the same charger for all electric two-wheelers, opens its patents for allThis is similar to how a common charging pin for most smartphones made life easier for consumers and chargers a commodity.
10 Aug, 2021, 08.00 AM IST
European Parliament okays ITU-UCS standard for universal charging of mobilesThe decision would be a good news for the environment as the limiting of device duplication specifically is expected to go a long way in so...
17 Oct, 2013, 06.28 PM IST
- Soon, one charger for mobiles
In a big relief to mobile phone consumers grappling with the problem of ever increasing number of chargers, the mobile communications indus...
18 Feb, 2009, 12.38 AM IST