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Reliance Digital and OPPO India unveiled the Find X9 Ultra and X9s, ditching traditional keynotes for a beachside creator event. The series, boasting significant camera upgrades co-developed with Hasselblad, offers premium mobile photography. Priced from Rs 62,199, these devices are now available at Reliance Digital, promising an immersive, hands-on experience for consumers.

NCERT is facing criticism after failing to provide revised Class 9 Hindi medium Mathematics and Science textbooks, even in PDF format, nearly two months into the academic session. Teachers say the delay has disrupted classes, forced translation-based teaching and created confusion over syllabus changes. Students entering summer vacation from May 23, 2026 remain without essential study material ahead of July unit tests and September half-yearly exams. Teachers and parents have questioned NCERT’s preparedness and treatment of Hindi medium students.

Iran has reportedly downed over two dozen US MQ-9 Reaper drones, costing nearly a billion dollars and impacting a significant portion of Washington's advanced unmanned fleet. These losses, occurring amid ongoing conflict, highlight the vulnerability of expensive drones in contested airspace. The Pentagon faces challenges replacing these crucial intelligence and strike assets.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra goes on sale in India at Rs 1,69,999, making it the most expensive Android flagship in its segment. Four cheaper rivals—the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and last year's Galaxy S25 Ultra—match or beat it on sensor size, lens variety, RAM, and software support. Here is how they compare.

Get ready for more inter-dimensional chaos! 'Rick and Morty' Season 9 premiered on May 24, 2026, with new episodes dropping weekly on Adult Swim. Fans in India can catch it on Netflix a few weeks later. Excitingly, a feature film is also in development, promising more adventures from the beloved mad scientist and his grandson.

In Chandigarh, parents are voicing their worries about the CBSE's recent decision to introduce a mandatory third language for students in Classes 9 and 10 starting in 2026-27. Their primary concerns revolve around the potential increase in academic stress and possible hindrances to ongoing foreign language programs.

Actor Suyyash Rai revealed the persistent issue of delayed payments in the TV industry, sharing a personal loss of ₹7 lakh. While acknowledging occasional delays, co-star Shaleen Malhotra emphasized the need for timely compensation for demanding work hours. Rai also touched upon the role of personal networks over industry camps for career growth, stressing earned achievements.

For those born on May 21st, the upcoming year, influenced by Number 9, promises gradual career and financial improvement, though the first half may bring increased responsibilities and potential stress. Relationships will encourage emotional maturity and clarity, with existing bonds strengthening through patience. Health requires attention to emotional balance and rest, with improvements expected later in the year.

A petition challenging CBSE’s decision to make a third language compulsory for Classes 9 and 10 from 2026-27 has reached the Supreme Court. Parents and teachers have alleged the sudden policy shift will disrupt students’ education, create confusion in schools, and burden children with abrupt language changes without adequate teachers or preparation.

Samsung's One UI 9 beta, based on Android 17, is now rolling out for Galaxy S26 users. This update promises enhanced creative tools in Samsung Notes, personalized profile cards in Contacts, and a more customizable Quick Panel. Accessibility features like adjustable Mouse Key speed and Text Spotlight are improved, alongside stronger security against risky apps.

CBSE’s new three-language mandate for Class 9, introduced under NEP 2020, has sparked widespread backlash from parents, students, educators, and school bodies across India. The policy requires students to study three languages, including at least two Indian languages, from July 2026, though no board exam will be held for the third language in Class 10. Critics call the move rushed and burdensome, citing academic overload, disrupted foreign language learning, and poor implementation planning.

Dreaming of a life abroad? Vedic astrology suggests destiny, not just luck, plays a role in foreign settlement. Key planetary houses (4th, 9th, 12th) and celestial bodies like Rahu, Saturn, and Jupiter are analyzed to determine emigration potential. Favorable planetary periods are crucial for realizing these overseas aspirations.