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28 Jun

Sony launches Extra Bass Truly Wireless Headphones

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Sony India introduced truly wireless WF-XB700 and WF-SP800N headphones. WF-XB700 is a hassle-free device perfect for music-lovers on-the-go. While, WF-SP800N is the latest noise cancelling sports headphones, designed for an active lifestyle. Featuring Sony’s EXTRA BASS technology, both WF-XB700 & WF-SP800N headphones create a precise, punchy low-end sound that lifts the track and maintains vocal clarity for an extremely rich, well-rounded listening experience. WF-XB700 has a battery backup of 9 hours. Its handy charging case can further charge for 9 hours to give a total of 18 hours. Users can enable Alexa (available in WF-SP800N) and Google Assistant to access…

28 Jun

KFC introduces ‘Leg Piece Bucket’

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Chicken-lovers can hardly wait to get their hands on that coveted leg piece as soon as they open the KFC Chicken Bucket. Many friendships and relations have been tested over the sought-after leg piece. Well, bringing peace to the dining table with a bucket full of the favourite piece, KFC India introduces the Leg Piece Bucket. It’s an entire bucket of one’s and everyone’s favourite hot & crispy chicken leg pieces. This ultimate chicken-lovers delight is available in 2 options: 5 pieces with 2 dips starting at Rs 350 and 10 pieces with 4 dips starting at Rs 699 on…

27 Jun

Maruti Suzuki’s first Petrol BS6 compliant LCV

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Maruti Suzuki India Limited today launched BS6 compliant S-CNG variant of Super Carry. The launch is aligned to the Company’s Mission Green Million announced at Auto Expo 2020. Aptly called ‘Tarakki Ka Dumdaar Sathi’ for its business viability, Maruti Suzuki Super Carry is the first light commercial vehicle to upgrade to BS6 engine. Country’s first 4-cylinder powered mini-truck commercial vehicle Super Carry comes with an array of safety and convenience features. It is priced at Rs 507,000. Venturing into green mobility with the introduction of CNG vehicles in 2010, Maruti Suzuki today offers an unmatched array of green vehicles. Having…

27 Jun

New Honda City comes with segment-first features

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Pre-launch bookings for the All-New 5th Generation Honda City has been commenced by Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL). Since its inception, Honda City has been India’s most loved sedan, and its 5th Generation avatar is scheduled to be launched in mid-July. Now, customers can book this sedan from the comfort of their home through Honda's online sales platform "Honda from Home", alongside HCIL authorized dealership network across the country. Mr Rajesh Goel, Sr. Vice President & Director, Marketing & Sales, HCIL said, “Our customers have been eagerly awaiting the launch of the All-New 5th Generation Honda City. We are delighted…

27 Jun

Abhishek Thard – VP of OYO India & South Asia

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Keeping its commitment to talent and recognising the role certain leaders have played in managing operations as well as motivating teams during the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on business, OYO India & South Asia has elevated Abhishek Thard, a young talented professional originally from Guwahati to Vice-President position. While the duties and responsibilities of Abhishek Thard remain largely unchanged, the designation accords him a greater role both in business decision making and accountability. Abhishek Thard, as Region Head - West II, is responsible for managing hotel operations and on-ground teams in Ahmedabad, Jaipur and Pune and Goa. OYO is a…

27 Jun

Amazon Looks to Self-Driving Future by Acquiring Zoox

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Amazon said Friday that it is buying self-driving technology company Zoox, which is developing an autonomous vehicle for a ride-hailing service that people would request on their phones. Seattle-based Amazon did not disclose how much it is paying for Zoox, which was founded six years ago in Foster City, California. Analysts pegged the purchase price at over $1 billion. The online retailing giant said Zoox will keep running as a separate business and continue to develop its own autonomous vehicle. "We're excited to help the talented Zoox team to bring their vision to reality in the years ahead," said Amazon's Jeff…

27 Jun

Coca Cola Pauses Paid Advertising On Social Media For A Month

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Amid widespread protest around the world against racism, Beverages major Coca-Cola has decided to pause its paid advertising on all social platforms globally for a period of thirty days. Issuing a statement, the company declared that there is "no place of racism on social media", and therefore, it will reassess its advertising policies. The statement put out on June 27, stated that the company expects "greater accountability and transparency" from all its social media partners. The statement has been undersigned by the company's Chairman and CEO James Quincey. The statement will take effect from July 1.

26 Jun

Google Will Pay News Publishers for Content amid tensions with industry.

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Google says it will start paying some publishers for their news content, in a move that could pave the way for reduced tensions between the internet search giant and the beleaguered news industry. The company said on Thursday that it plans to launch this year a licensing programme to pay publishers for “high-quality content”. This programme will help participating publishers monetise their content through an enhanced storytelling experience," Bender said, describing it as a significant step forward in how the company will support high-quality journalism. But some observers were quick to question the program, dismissing it as more of a…

25 Jun

New Google update wipes users’ location, web history after 18 months.

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Alphabet's Google said on Wednesday it will automatically delete some location history after 18 months for new users and make it easier for everyone to access its search, Maps, and YouTube apps without being tracked. The updates to Google's privacy controls arrive as the world's largest search engine faces heightened scrutiny on its data collection practices. New privacy laws in California and Europe have prompted Internet companies to adjust practices over the last two years. Several lawsuits by consumers and US state attorneys general in the last few months have accused Google of deception in data gathering.Under Google’s updated settings,…

25 Jun

Motorcycles To Be Banned In Vienna

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The capital of Austria and home of motorcycle brand KTM, has decided to ban motorcycles from the city centre of Vienna. The latest ban comes just after a ban on motorcycles imposed in the state of Tyrol in Austria, which has some of the most stunning roads in Europe, perfect for motorcycle rides. However, unlike the ban in Tyrol, which affects motorcycles only and not sports cars, the ban in the city centre of Vienna includes all kinds of motorised vehicles, including even electric bikes.