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06 Oct

Employee laid off by Meta gets a job offer from Google

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, INDIA

After experiencing layoffs from Meta in April, just shy of her third job anniversary, Hou Zhuoni Hermione achieved her long-held ambition by receiving a job offer from her dream company, Google, five months later. Hermione, who worked as a project sourcing manager at Meta in Singapore, expressed her gratitude for being employed by Meta during the pandemic and being treated well by the company. However, her real dream was to work at Google rather than Meta. "Some of you may have heard me joke about Google being my dream company because the commute would be less than a 15-minute walk.…

05 Oct

India Surpasses Pakistan, Bangladesh To See Remarkable Surge In Mobile Download Speeds, Enters Top 50 in Ookla Speedtest Global Index

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The launch of 5G services in India, helped surpassing the developed countries like UK, Japan and Brazil in global mobile speed ranking according to the reports of Ookla. With the help of 5G services India's speed performance has increased by 3.59 times. As per the reports of Ookla India's rank has moved from 119th to 47th this year with a download speed of 50.21 Mbps. India is also at the top in comparison with its neighbouring countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan, as well as G20 countries, such as South Africa (48th place), Brazil (50th place), Japan (58th), the…

05 Oct

Second malaria vaccine to win global approval is cheaper and easier to make

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World Health Organization has given approval to a second malaria vaccine known as R21/Matrix-M which will protect people against the deadly disease, the vaccine has the highest efficacy of 75%. The vaccine was made ready with a collaborative effort of the University of Oxford and the Serum Institute of India, with an aim to protect vulnerable children who are at a higher risk of getting infected with this deadly disease. The WHO's Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, confirmed that the R21/Matrix-M vaccine will be available for administration by mid of 2024. In an effort to ensure widespread accessibility, he also said…

05 Oct

itel brings 3D curved AMOLED Display smartphones below 15K segment

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Itel has launched its S23+, its first 3D curved AMOLED Display Smartphone in the 15K segment, priced at INR 12,999 with bank offers. The smartphone is designed to match the style quotient of Gen Z and features an in-display fingerprint sensor. The online sale will be available exclusively on Amazon India from 6th October, with a special launch offer of free itel T11 earbuds worth Rs 2399. The itel S23+ is a unique offering in this price range. The itel S23+ is a premium smartphone with a 3D curved AMOLED display, 240 Hz touch sampling rate, and storage options of…

05 Oct

Shri Dharmendra Pradhan has signed Memorandums of Understanding with IBM

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Union Minister of Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, presided over the signing of eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between the Ministries of Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and IBM. IBM is partnering with the Ministry of Skill Development and Employment (MSDE) to provide curated courses to empower youth in India with future-ready skills. The collaboration will focus on co-creating curriculum for school education, higher education, and vocational skills on emerging technologies like AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and professional development skills. IBM will provide access to digital content from IBM Skills Build for high school students,…

05 Oct

Apple CEO Tim Cook’s makes $41M stock cash-out

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, INDIA

Apple ( AAPL. O) CHIEF Executive Officer Tim Cook sold his largest stake in two years, after a $41.5 million tax, showing a U.S. securities filing. Cook sold 511,000 shares, worth $87.8 million before accounting for taxes, according to a filing dated Tuesday. He made $355 million from a stock sale in August 2021.The Apple chief owns about 3.3 million shares, worth about $565 million, after the sale, the filing shows. The company's shares fell 13% from their record high of $198.23 in July as investors worried about a slower-than-expected recovery over smartphone demand. Apple launched its new iPhone 15…

05 Oct

Nutrition plays a crucial role in fostering the growth and development of children

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Families often struggle when their child falls behind on the growth curve, as they desire their child to catch up on weight and height. However, if you find yourself in this situation, don't lose hope; you can take action to help your child get back on track.Dr. Ganesh Kadhe, Director of Medical and Scientific Affairs at Abbott's Nutrition, discusses the complex relationship between stunting, a malnutrition form, and the role of nutrient-dense food in growth. Childhood malnutrition, a form of undernutrition or overnutrition, negatively impacts a child's development and affects one in three individuals globally. Stunting, where children are below…

05 Oct

Limca launches Limca Sportz ION4

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Limca Sportz, a sports drink from Coca-Cola India, has launched its new variant, Limca Sportz ION4, in India. This innovative drink is designed to meet the hydration and energy needs of athletes and fitness enthusiasts. It offers low-sugar rehydration, using glucose, essential electrolytes, and B-vitamins to provide swift rehydration and prolonged energy support during physical exertion. Fans can look forward to the vibrant blue hue of Limca Sportz ION4, which perfectly matches the Indian cricket team's hydration needs. Limca Sportz ION4 is crafted by specialists and addresses three vital aspects: rehydration, revitalization, and nutrient replenishment, enhancing sports performance and inspiring…

05 Oct

TKM Showcases Special-purpose Hilux at the Indo-Pacific Armies Chief’s Conference

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At the Indo-Pacific Armies Chief's Conference (IPACC) held on September 26-27, 2023 in New Delhi, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) showcased a specially modified Toyota Hilux pickup truck. The Hilux was modified in collaboration with an authorized external vendor, and it is designed to meet the unique needs of the Indian Army and other special customers.The Hilux is a versatile and rugged vehicle that is known for its off-road capabilities, reliability, and performance. The TKM Hilux Toyota Service Express (TSE) - Mobile Service Vehicle is a specially modified Hilux that can be used to provide essential vehicle servicing in remote locations.…

05 Oct

Torrent files urgent plea in SC against Hinduja plan

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, INDIA

Torrent Investments Pvt. Ltd filed an urgent letter in the Supreme Court challenging the March 2 order of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal, which allowed Reliance Capital's creditors to initiate a second auction as part of the corporate insolvency resolution process. In its three-page letter, Torrent said it sought the apex court's intervention for an urgent hearing and final disposal of its pending appeal, challenging the second round of auctions for debt-laden RCap's assets. In the second auction in April, Hinduja Group's IndusInd International Holding Ltd was the sole bidder. "Any further progress pursuant to the conduct of the…