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22 Jul

Reliance-Google Smartphone Deal Threatens Chinese Firms’

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A $4.5 billion deal under which Alphabet's Google will collaborate with Reliance Industries on a new smartphone likely heralds a big shake-up for the world's second-largest mobile market, industry executives and analysts say. Reliance boss Mukesh Ambani, announcing the partnership at his company's annual meeting last week, said Google would build an Android operating system (OS) to power a low-cost "4G or even 5G" smartphone that Reliance would design. The new phone is set to pose a major challenge to Chinese vendors such as Xiaomi and BBK Electronics, owner of the Realme, Oppo and Vivo brands, which currently dominate a $2 billion market…

22 Jul

HP launches Powerhouse Gaming Portfolio

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Designed for today’s gamers to play their best while pushing the limits of what their devices can do, HP launched new OMEN Laptops and accessories, updates to OMEN Command Centre. HP also introduced the first 16” Pavilion Gaming Laptop. It offers ‘First of its kind’ hardware technologies in the industry enabling Gameplay experience to next level and offer unmatched power without any compromise. The new HP gaming portfolio and accessories are available at all HP World stores and online (store.hp.com/in). Gaming benefits are being unlocked as people are spending more time at home, uncovering new avenues for both entertainment and…

22 Jul

Glenmark’s response

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In response to a letter regarding representation by a Member of Parliament, Mr Anurag Khera (Sr. Vice-president-Corporate Affairs) of Glenmark pharmaceuticals Limited sent a letter to Dr VG Somani, Director General of Health Services, Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation, clarifying its stand on the product Favipiravir tablets (200mg) manufactured and marketed by Glenmark that was granted permission by the latter’s office. Glenmark said, compared to other therapies approved for emergency use in COVID-19, Favipiravir (FabiFlu) is much more economical and an effective treatment option. The estimated total cost of therapy for full course with Favipiravir is Rs 9150, while Remdesivir,…

22 Jul

Almonds are a preferred snack

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In today's fast-paced world, snacking has become an integral part of many Indians daily diet and routine. According to a recent survey conducted across 11 cities in India between 3 to 24 March by IPSOS, a research consulting firm, 91% of the participants try and opt for healthier alternatives whilst snacking. The survey by IPSOS aimed to identify the snacking habits and preferences amongst a group of people whose dietary preferences were divided into two categories - ‘vegetarian and non- vegetarian’. Overall, the results indicate that the participants across both categories prefer to snack on healthy and nutritious food items…

22 Jul

Vidya Balan commented on Sushant’s demise

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Vidya Balan opens up about Sushant Singh Rajput’s tragic demise, says people should now let him rest in peace Sushant Singh Rajput’s tragic demise has opened up a can of worms in Bollywood. From his fans protesting against people who are promoting nepotism in Bollywood to actors taking on each other to people demanding a CBI probe in the actor’s death case, the controversies are refusing to die down.

22 Jul

Anubhav Sinha declares, ‘I hereby resign from Bollywood’;

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Anubhav Sinha declares, 'I hereby resign from Bollywood'; Hansal Mehta comments 'never existed' and Sudhir Mishra says 'What's Bollywood?' Tempers have been flaring in the Hindi film industry lately on social media, and in a latest burst of obvious emotional rage, filmmaker Anubhav Sinha has tweeted to declare he is resigning from Bollywood.Sinha, who has garnered a lot of fame and adulation directing 'Mulk', 'Article 15' and 'Thappad' in recent years, is known for his straightforward posts on social media. Never one to shy from even getting abusive occasionally, the filmmaker has not minced words to declare that he his calling it quits.For the records,…

21 Jul

Evergreen actor Madhuri Dixit Nene on Tuesday penned her quarantine thoughts

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Reminiscing her surfboarding experience, evergreen actor Madhuri Dixit Nene on Tuesday penned her quarantine thoughts and advised to create unique experiences amid coronavirus induced lockdown.“Take me back. Experiences shape us into who we become. Let’s use this time in lockdown to create unique experiences for ourselves & our loved ones,” the ‘Kalank’ actor captioned surfing pictures’ post on Instagram.In the pictures accompanying the post, the first picture shows the ‘Devdas’ actor smiling as she holds her surfboard amid sea waves. On the other hand, the second picture captures Dixit floating along with the surfboard as she smiles, and enjoys her…

21 Jul

Sanskrit education and European scholarship were bridged by Krishnakant Handique: Indian theorist Sergei Cheribriyani

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Sanskrit education and European scholarship were bridged by Krishnakant Handique: Indian theorist Sergei Cheribriyani Krishnakant Handique, a scholar, was a bridge between the country's traditional Sanskrit education and modern European scholarship. During his travels in Berlin and Paris during the twentieth century, he came in contact with Russian language and literature. In this case, the scholars may have benefited from the proximity of Mohammad Rakatullah, Birendra Chattopadhyay and Hasan Shahid Suhrawardy - these three persons. On Monday, July 20, the 6th Krishnakant Handique Memorial Lecture organized by Krishnakant Handique State Open University will be delivered by Professor Cheribriani.

21 Jul

SsangYong E100 (Tivoli EV) electric SUV teased.

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Mahindra-backed Korean carmaker SsangYong revealed teaser images of E100 (Tivoli EV), which is likely to make for eXUV300 in India.M&M showcased the concept of eXUV300 electric SUV at the Auto Expo. SsangYong Tivoli, sold in the global market, shares its same platform with XUV300. The electric subcompact SUV is scheduled to be launched in the first half of 2021. Mahindra had also informed a similar timeline for the launch of eXUV300. The overall design is based on a streamlined line that reflects aerodynamics optimized for urban driving. Aluminum hood was applied to lighten weight and optimize the center of gravity…

21 Jul

China ‘chose’ not to stop coronavirus from spreading across the world, Said U.S President Donald Trump.

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Accusing China of not being transparent about the Covid-19, US President Donald Trump has said that Beijing could have stopped the deadly virus from spreading across the world but they "chose" not to.Trump has in the past expressed disappointment over China's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. In May, he claimed that it was the “incompetence” of Beijing that led to the mass killing across the globe. More than 600,000 people globally, including 143,000 Americans have died due to coronavirus that emerged from China's Wuhan city. Over 14 million people across the world, including over 4 million in the US, have…