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Mint
22-05-2025
- Mint
Poco F7 global variant appears on certification site: Specs and launch timeline leaked
The Poco F7 seems to be inching closer to its global debut, with the device recently surfacing on Thailand's NBTC certification website, reported GSMArena. Reportedly, this new listing suggests both the Poco F7 name and its global model number – 25053PC47G – further cementing speculation that a launch is on the horizon. Though the smartphone was initially expected to arrive in late May, recent developments suggest the unveiling may now take place sometime next month. If launched, the F7 will expand Poco's current F-series lineup, which already includes the F7 Pro and F7 Ultra. Based on multiple leaks and the device's model number, the Poco F7 is widely believed to be a global version of the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, which was launched in China earlier this year, the publication added. If this holds true, consumers can expect a powerful set of specifications. The handset is tipped to feature a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1280x2272 pixels, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and an impressive peak brightness of 3,200 nits. Under the hood, the Poco F7 is expected to house the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, paired with either 12GB or 16GB of RAM and internal storage options ranging from 256GB to a massive 1TB. Camera capabilities are likely to include a 50MP primary sensor, accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide lens. On the front, a 20MP selfie camera is expected to handle video calls and self-portraits. One of the standout features of the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro is its substantial 7,550mAh battery. However, it remains uncertain whether this specification will be retained in the international version under the Poco branding. With certifications stacking up and rumours gaining momentum, it seems only a matter of time before Poco officially unveils the F7 to global markets. The brand appears set to continue its trend of delivering performance-driven smartphones at competitive price points.
GSM Arena
22-05-2025
- GSM Arena
Poco F7 now rumored to arrive in June after new certification
The Poco F7 is coming, that's for sure. It's already been spotted in a bunch of different certifications, and today it's nabbed yet another one. This time it's in Thailand with the NBTC. This certification has once again confirmed the Poco F7 name and its 25053PC47G model number for global markets. The handset is now rumored to arrive next month - back in April we heard it would launch in late May, but apparently that has slipped. According to multiple previous leaks and rumors and also based on its model number, the Poco F7 is very likely to be a rebranded Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, which landed in China last month. If so, then expect the F7 to sport a 6.83-inch 1280x2272 AMOLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate and 3,200-nit peak brightness, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC at the helm, 12/16GB of RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB of storage, a 50 MP main camera, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 20 MP selfie camera. The Redmi Turbo 4 Pro has a 7,550 mAh battery, but whether that spec will remain unchanged for international markets remains to be seen. The Poco F7 will join the already available F7 Pro and F7 Ultra. Xiaomi Poco F7 Pro Xiaomi Poco F7 Ultra Via
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
SC expresses concern over branding entire community of transgenders as 'risky' blood donors
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed concern on branding an entire community of transgenders as "risky" as blood donors, and asked the Centre address their concerns of discrimination. "Are we going to brand all transgenders as risky and stigmatise them. You cannot say that all transgenders are indulging in sexual activity," said a bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh. The apex court was hearing petition challenging the constitutional validity of Section 12 and 51 of Blood Donor guidelines, 2017, which has imposed a blanket ban on transgender persons from donating blood. The petition also challenged guidelines issued by the National Blood Transfusion Council (NBTC), which prevented transgender persons, men having sex with men (MSM) and female sex workers from donating blood for being at "high risk" for HIV, Hepatitis B or C infections. Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Aishwarya Bhati, appearing for Centre, said that the guidelines are not intended to stigmatise anyone but have been prepared by NBTC, which comprises doctors and experts, with scientific temper and keeping public health and welfare in mind. To this, the bench remarked that it was worried about the element of discrimination against transgenders and that they have been isolated and excluded. "Just think of something that such feeling does not come, and health standards are not compromised," said the bench as it gave time to the Centre to address transgenders concerns of discrimination without compromising on medical precautions. The apex court said that with changing times, new technologies have emerged and there could be a way out to ensure any possibility of infections is checked and contained. Already transgenders suffer from severe biases and prejudices, does this guidelines not further it, said the bench. ASG Bhati assured the bench that she will raise the court's suggestion to the experts. Bhati also apprised the bench that once blood is donated it goes directly to blood banks and there are vulnerable persons, such as thalassemic patients, who entirely depend on blood banks. "As a group, transgenders are considered a high-risk group the world over, with certain exceptions. There is a period within which infection has to be identified, and the risk window has to be carefully considered. Nobody can claim to have a fundamental right to donate blood. These guidelines must be seen from the perspective of public health as the idea is not to stigmatise anyone," Bhati added. The petition filed by Manipur-based transgender and social activist Thangjam Santa Singh, termed the guidelines unconstitutional for discriminating persons based on gender identity.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
SC questions bar on trans persons as blood donors
The Supreme Court on Wednesday urged the Centre to consult experts for a revision of the country's blood donation guidelines as it questioned the rationale behind excluding transgender persons branding the community 'high risk'. The bench of justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh was hearing a batch of petitions challenging the guidelines issued by National Blood Transfusion Council (NBTC) in 2017 which prevented 'transgenders, men having sex with men (MSM) and female sex workers' from donating blood for being at 'high risk' for HIV, Hepatitis B or C infections. 'What is worrying me is are we going to brand all transgender persons as risk, thus, indirectly stigmatising the transgender is something only experts can advise,' the court observed. The Centre, represented by additional solicitor general (ASG) Aishwarya Bhati, said that the guidelines were not intended to stigmatise anyone but have been prepared with 'scientific temper' by NBTC which comprises doctors and experts in the field. The court responded saying, 'What worries us is the element of discrimination. They have been isolated and excluded. Just think of something that such feeling does not come and health standards are not compromised.' The court pointed out that with changing times, new technologies have emerged and there could be a way out to ensure any possibility of infections is checked and contained. 'The question we need to ask is, are we creating a segregated group. Already transgenders suffer from severe biases and prejudices. Does this (guidelines) not further it,' it observed. While ASG Bhati said that she will go back to the experts on the court's suggestion, she argued that the guidelines must be viewed in light of the country's public health requirements and the available testing mechanisms across the nation. 'These guidelines must be seen from the perspective of public health as the idea is not to stigmatise anyone,' she said. In response, justice Kant noted that the court was consciously refraining from expressing any personal views on the matter and does not intend to override the expertise of medical professionals. The court, however, also recognised that transgender individuals already face significant bias and prejudice in society. 'Are we creating a kind of segregated group?...transgenders already suffer biases and prejudices,' justice Singh noted. The judges observed that a solution must be found that ensures that the transgender community is not unfairly stigmatised, while also maintaining the necessary safety measures for blood donations. 'You please talk to them that what can be way out that as a community they are not stigmatised, and at the same time safety measures remain in force,' it orally observed.
India Gazette
14-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
SC expresses concern over branding entire community of transgenders as
New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed concern on branding an entire community of transgenders as 'risky' as blood donors, and asked the Centre address their concerns of discrimination. 'Are we going to brand all transgenders as risky and stigmatise them. You cannot say that all transgenders are indulging in sexual activity,' said a bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh. The apex court was hearing petition challenging the constitutional validity of Section 12 and 51 of Blood Donor guidelines, 2017, which has imposed a blanket ban on transgender persons from donating blood. The petition also challenged guidelines issued by the National Blood Transfusion Council (NBTC), which prevented transgender persons, men having sex with men (MSM) and female sex workers from donating blood for being at 'high risk' for HIV, Hepatitis B or C infections. Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Aishwarya Bhati, appearing for Centre, said that the guidelines are not intended to stigmatise anyone but have been prepared by NBTC, which comprises doctors and experts, with scientific temper and keeping public health and welfare in mind. To this, the bench remarked that it was worried about the element of discrimination against transgenders and that they have been isolated and excluded. 'Just think of something that such feeling does not come, and health standards are not compromised,' said the bench as it gave time to the Centre to address transgenders concerns of discrimination without compromising on medical precautions. The apex court said that with changing times, new technologies have emerged and there could be a way out to ensure any possibility of infections is checked and contained. Already transgenders suffer from severe biases and prejudices, does this guidelines not further it, said the bench. ASG Bhati assured the bench that she will raise the court's suggestion to the experts. Bhati also apprised the bench that once blood is donated it goes directly to blood banks and there are vulnerable persons, such as thalassemic patients, who entirely depend on blood banks. 'As a group, transgenders are considered a high-risk group the world over, with certain exceptions. There is a period within which infection has to be identified, and the risk window has to be carefully considered. Nobody can claim to have a fundamental right to donate blood. These guidelines must be seen from the perspective of public health as the idea is not to stigmatise anyone,' Bhati added. The petition filed by Manipur-based transgender and social activist Thangjam Santa Singh, termed the guidelines unconstitutional for discriminating persons based on gender identity. (ANI)
