Archive: 2025 / 09
iPhone 17 Pro price spikes $100 as US-China trade war bites
Apple's new iPhone 17 lineup hits shelves with the Pro model now costing $1,100 – a $100 jump blamed on looming US tariffs. President Trump’s push to shift production to the U.S. adds pressure, while Apple promises massive domestic investment. New hardware upgrades sit alongside slowing sales and AI delays, forcing Apple to weigh higher prices, trimmed lines, or tighter margins.
Karnataka ticket price cap: Govt limits movie tickets to Rs 200 statewide
Karnataka has capped cinema ticket prices at Rs 200 (before taxes), effective Sept 12, 2025, under new cinema rules. The cap applies to films in all languages across the state, but confusion remains over multiplex inclusion and premium formats. Producers and theater owners warn of revenue hits, while consumers expect cheaper access. The makers of Kantara have already moved court.
Car prices slashed after GST 2.0: Mahindra, Tata, Hyundai, Toyota cut tags by up to Rs 3.49 lakh
After the 56th GST Council meeting on September 3, 2025, carmakers cut prices across popular models. Mahindra announced reductions up to Rs 1.56 lakh, Tata up to Rs 1.55 lakh, Hyundai up to Rs 2.4 lakh, and Toyota up to Rs 3.49 lakh. The cuts follow GST 2.0 rationalisation and are live at dealerships. Automakers say the full benefit is being passed on to buyers.