GamingCon Bharat 2025 Set to Become India’s Biggest Gaming Event Yet

The Indian Game Publishers and Developers Association (IGPDA) has announced GamingCon Bharat 2025, a landmark gaming festival and industry conference that will take place in Mumbai on November 29–30, 2025, at the NESCO Bombay Exhibition Centre. Positioned as India’s largest and most influential gaming event, it aims to unite gamers, developers, publishers, investors, and policymakers under one roof.

The two-day mega event will attract over 10,000 attendees and 100+ exhibitors, featuring esports tournaments, cosplay contests, indie showcases, and eight fan zones filled with live action, tournaments, and brand activations. Highlights include showcases of iconic Indian titles such as Ludo King, FAU-G: Domination, and Indus Battle Royale, along with global favourites like Valorant and BGMI.

Running alongside the main festival, the IGPDA India Gaming Conference will serve as the country’s most significant gaming business summit, hosting sessions on AI, policy, cloud gaming, and global IP creation. Top executives from Nazara Technologies, nCore Games, Reliance Games, SuperGaming, and Gametion have hailed the event as a transformative platform for India’s gaming future.

With government participation, international investors, and a strong focus on Made-in-India IPs, GamingCon Bharat 2025 is poised to become the country’s definitive celebration of gaming culture and industry growth.

Festival of Lights 2025 Brings Pikachu in Saree and Kurta Back to Pokémon GO in India

Niantic has announced the return of its beloved Festival of Lights 2025 celebration in Pokémon GO, lighting up India from October 18 to October 23, 2025. The event invites Trainers to strengthen their bonds with friends and Pokémon while discovering exclusive India-themed encounters.

The spotlight returns to the festive favorites — Pikachu wearing a saree and Pikachu wearing a kurta — appearing in both wild encounters and raids. Trainers can also expect Pokémon such as Ponyta, Chinchou, Volbeat, Litwick, and Morelull to show up more frequently, with lucky players even spotting their shiny variants.

In addition to in-game festivities, Niantic is hosting on-ground celebrations at Nexus Mall, Koramangala (Bengaluru) and Nexus Select CityWalk (New Delhi) on October 18 and 19, where fans can experience the Festival of Lights beyond the screen.

Players will enjoy event bonuses including 2× Stardust for catches, extended Incense duration, and exclusive stickers featuring the festive Pikachu duo. With special Field Research tasks, Collection Challenges, and Timed Research rewards, this year’s event reaffirms Niantic’s commitment to creating immersive, India-first experiences for its Pokémon GO community.

HMD Launches India’s First Hybrid Phone, the HMD Touch 4G, Priced at ₹3,999

Human Mobile Devices (HMD) has unveiled the HMD Touch 4G, a first-of-its-kind Hybrid Phone designed to bridge India’s digital divide by delivering key smartphone experiences at a feature phone price. Available from October 9, 2025, the device marks a major step in HMD’s mission to make digital access inclusive and affordable.

The HMD Touch 4G features a 3.2-inch touchscreen, video calling, Express Chat for real-time messaging across Android and iOS, and cloud-based apps that bring entertainment, news, and games to first-time digital users. It also comes with a dedicated SOS key, dual cameras, and Wi-Fi hotspot support, offering essential connectivity in a compact, user-friendly design.

Priced at ₹3,999, the device includes a one-year replacement guarantee, a 2000 mAh battery, Bluetooth, FM radio, and Type-C charging.

Ravi Kunwar, VP and CEO of HMD India, APAC, and ANZ, said the Touch 4G represents “a new category of connected devices that makes technology accessible to millions taking their first step online.” Available in Cyan and Dark Blue, the phone will be sold via major retailers, e-commerce platforms, and HMD.com.

Elista Launches ‘Amrit’ and ‘Shuddh’ Alkaline Water Purifiers in India

Elista has entered the water purifier segment with the launch of Amrit and Shuddh, two Made-in-India alkaline water purifiers combining health, design, and innovation. The flagship Amrit features a 9-stage filtration system, UV and UF technology, an Instant Hot Water Dispenser, and a digital TDS display, while Shuddh offers 7-stage purification and Active Copper-Induced Alkaline Water with a pH of 8.2. CEO Pawan Kumar said the products embody Elista’s “Built for U” philosophy, promoting science-backed hydration. Priced at ₹19,999 and ₹14,999, both models reinforce Elista’s Make in India commitment and expand its growing home appliance portfolio. 

Global Audio Pioneer QCY Debuts in India with Next-Gen Audio Lineup

Global audio brand QCY has officially entered the Indian market, unveiling a powerful range of TWS earbuds, headphones, and Bluetooth speakers designed for music lovers, gamers, and professionals seeking flagship sound at accessible prices.

Available now on Flipkart and Amazon, the lineup includes six flagship products featuring patented wind noise cancellation, advanced ANC technology, and Smart App integration for customizable EQ settings. Highlights include the T17 Pro (₹1,299), T13X Pro (₹1,499), HT05 Pro ANC earbuds (₹2,499), H3 Pro LDAC ANC Headphones (₹5,999), and SP7 and SP2 Bluetooth speakers starting at ₹2,999.

With over 160 global patents and operations across 30 countries, QCY brings cutting-edge innovation backed by its Qualcomm QRD partnership and award-winning designs. The brand is also expanding local manufacturing under the Make in India initiative, supported by WooDoo Ventures Pvt. Ltd., which operates 560 service centers nationwide.

QCY’s debut signals a new era of affordable, world-class audio performance for Indian consumers.

Oakter Launches 65W True GaN Charger for Phones and Laptops at ₹1,399

Oakter has unveiled its 65W True GaN Charger, a compact and powerful charging solution designed for both laptops and smartphones. Priced at ₹1,399 and available on Amazon, the charger includes a 1.5m USB-C cable and delivers fast, reliable charging through Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology.

The new charger features an India-specific 3-pin plug for added stability, preventing loose connections common with two-pin models. It also includes advanced thermal management, shock-resistant capacitors, and supports PD 3.0 and PPS fast-charging standards across 5V to 20V output.

Compact at just 110g, the charger offers sustained 65W performance for laptops, tablets, and phones. CEO Shishir Gupta said the device “makes charging effortless, safe, and worry-free,” marking another milestone in Oakter’s mission to design India-specific, high-quality electronics. 

OnePlus Confirms October 16 Launch for OxygenOS 16 in India

OnePlus has officially announced that OxygenOS 16 will launch in India on October 16, 2025, introducing its next-generation Android 16-based interface under the theme “Intelligently Yours.” The update is expected to focus on AI-driven features, improved personalization, and a more fluid user experience.

While the company has yet to reveal full details, early beta builds suggest major design refinements and smarter system behavior. Users can expect enhanced lock screen customization, a redesigned quick settings panel, improved notification management, and stronger privacy tools.

The rollout will begin with the OnePlus 13 and 13s series, followed by other flagship and Nord models in the coming months. OnePlus has already begun closed beta testing, with an open beta expected soon and stable updates likely to arrive in November.

With OxygenOS 16, OnePlus aims to bring a cleaner, faster, and more intelligent interface to its devices—blending its signature speed with deeper AI integration for everyday use.

Tenable Report Reveals AI Adoption Outpacing Cybersecurity Readiness

A new Tenable report, State of Cloud and AI Security 2025, warns that rapid AI adoption is leaving organisations vulnerable to preventable cyber threats. Surveying over 1,000 IT professionals globally, including in India, the study found 34% have already suffered AI-related breaches, mainly from misconfigurations and exploited vulnerabilities. Despite this, leadership continues to track reactive metrics like incident frequency instead of proactive risk reduction. Tenable’s Liat Hayun said leaders are “using 21st-century tech with a 20th-century mindset.” The report urges a strategic reset focused on unified risk assessment, visibility, and prevention to close the growing security gap.