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07 Aug

Mark Zuckerberg responds to Elon Musk’s idea of streaming their fight

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, INDIA

Elon Musk announced Sunday that his proposed "cage fight" against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg will be broadcast Live on X(updated name of Twitter) formerly known as Twitter."Zuck vs. Musk fight will be live-streamed on X. All proceeds will go to charity for veterans," Musk wrote on Twitter, without sharing any further details. However, Zuckerberg, writing on his newly launched micro-blogging platform Threads, says X is not a "reliable platform" for fundraising. "Shouldn't we use a more reliable platform that can actually raise money for charity?" Zuckerberg announced the fight by sharing a screenshot of Musk's tweet in a thread. On…

07 Aug

Signify partners with BVL to light up 20 community volleyball courts

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Signify, a global lighting leader, has partnered with Brahmaputra Volleyball League (BVL) to light up 20 community volleyball courts in rural districts of Assam, India. The project aims to promote volleyball growth and adoption among rural communities, founded by former Indian team captain Abhijit Bhattacharya. Signify installed advanced lighting solutions to enable young players to practice under professional illumination levels for national-level volleyball. The project aims to empower over 5,000 athletes, fostering a passion for volleyball and promoting a healthier lifestyle in rural villages. In 2022, BVL experienced an unprecedented surge in participation, with over 350 rural village teams embracing…

06 Aug

Rajat Sharma shares his childhood memory with Subzi Mandi railway station

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Expressing admiration for PM Narendra Modi's decision to reconstruct 508 railway stations across India. Rajat Sharma(Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of India TV) tweeted an emotional note on his childhood memories with one of the stations. The editor praised this initiative and also said in a video how enthusiastic it will be to see that old Subzi Mandi railway station to redevelop again in it's original form where he used to study at night under the lights coming from platform. In a video, he said, "The plan for the redevelopment of 508 railway stations is a significant and challenging task. But for…

05 Aug

Google scanner to let Android phones read QR codes from across the room

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Google has come up with a decision to introduce a feature for Android users which will help them to automatically detect a QR code in a camera frame, zooms in and reads it. The Google code scanner API, doesn't require camera permission and automatically detect the bar code, while safeguarding user privacy. The feature will help eliminate manual zoom adjustments, and will give result faster and more accurate. "Starting with version 16.1.0, you can enable auto-zoom to allow the Google code scanner to automatically scan barcodes that are far away from the camera," Google added. "All image processing occurs on…

05 Aug

Hero MotoCorp announces Harley-Davidson X440 new pricing changes

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Hero MotoCorp announces new pricing for Harley-Davidson X440. The Harley-Davidson X440 will now start from INR 2,39,500 onwards (Ex-showroom, Delhi). This price increase of INR 10,500 will apply to all the variants. Harley-Davidson X440 will be available at current introductory price of INR 2,29,000, till 3rd August 2023. Customers can book their motorcycle online, by visiting www.harley-davidsonX440.com with a booking amount of INR 5000/-. Hero MotoCorp is ramping up production capacity for the Harley-Davidson X440 in September at its Garden Factory in Rajasthan. Delivery will begin in October 2023, prioritizing deliveries based on booking dates. The motorcycle, with its distinctive…

05 Aug

In July 2023, Tata Motors sold 80633 units

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The Tata motors limited sales in the domestic and international market for July 2023 stood at 80633 vehicles compared to 81790 units during July 2022. Domestic sales increased from 78844 in July 2023 to 78978 in June 2022. The commercial vehicle YOY sales marked From July 2022 to July 2023, HCV Trucks saw 14% YOY sales, while ILMCV saw -11%. Passenger Carriers and SCV Cargo and Pickup saw 24% and -10% sales, respectively. Total CV sales for July 2023 were 32944, compared to 34154 for the year 2022. Total PV sales marked for July 2023 were 47689, compared to July…

05 Aug

Gen Z in Kolkata revisits romance by putting emphasis on compatibility & mental well-being in dating

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Tinder, the world's most popular dating app, has revealed insights into how 18-25-year-old young singles in Kolkata are supercharging dating. In this city, where traditions and modernity blend, young singles are challenging traditional relationship goals, embracing their cultural individuality, and embarking on self-discovery journeys. Tinder is the #1 most-downloaded dating app among 18-year-olds globally, forging authentic connections that reflect their individuality. 3 out of 5 young adults in Kolkata believe that dating apps allow them to connect with someone they would otherwise never have met in their daily life, opening up endless possibilities. The Future of Dating in Kolkata Edition…

05 Aug

P&G Health and Help Age India launched Mobile Healthcare Unit in Guwahati

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India's 100 million senior citizens lack affordable healthcare access. P&G Health and Help Age India, a leading charitable organization, has launched a Mobile Healthcare Unit (MHU) in Guwahati to provide sustainable solutions and emergency relief to disadvantaged elderly in remote areas. This initiative aims to address the issue of inadequate healthcare access for the elderly in India. MHU provides free treatment, medications, and counseling to elderly patients, reducing hospital queues, transportation expenses, and medicine costs. The MHU team monitors elders' health, providing health cards, maintaining treatment records, and conducting diagnostics, home visits, and counseling. Under P&G Health's SEHAT CSR program,…

05 Aug

Apple has set an all-time revenue record in India

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, INDIA

Apple's June quarter earnings hit another record in India as the iPhone maker posted strong double-digit growth in the world's second-largest smartphone market. The performance of stores opened in India this spring exceeded the company's initial expectations, Apple CEO Tim Cook said in a post-earnings analyst call. "We hit a revenue record for the June quarter in India, and we had strong double-digit growth. We also opened our first 2 retail stores in the quarter. And it's very early going right now, but how they beat our expectations is doing it again," he said, without revealing the numbers. Apple continues…

05 Aug

G20 Ministerial Conference on Women Empowerment hosted in Gandhinagar

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The Ministerial Conference on Women Empowerment is being held in Gujarat, Gujarat, from August 2 to 3, under India's G20 Presidency. The three-day meeting, chaired by Smriti Irani, will bring over 150 delegates from G20 members, invited countries, and international organizations. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Minister of State for Women and Child Development Dr. Mahendra Munjpara, and India's G20 Chief Co-ordinator Harsh Vardhan Shringla attended the inaugural session. The 3-day Ministerial Conference began with a special video message by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing the delegates, Prime Minister said, “When women prosper, the world prospers.” He added, “Her leadership…