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31 Jul

OnePlus Nord 2 5G: The next big step

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Global technology brand OnePlus released the OnePlus Nord 2 5G, the newest addition to the company's more affordable smartphone line, OnePlus Nord. The OnePlus Nord 2 combines flagship-level hardware, including a 50 MP AI triple camera with a Sony IMX766 sensor and optical image stabilization (OIS), Warp Charge 65, and the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 1200-AI processor, along with OnePlus’s signature OxygenOS software. The Nord 2 features a 4500mAh dual cell battery. With its Warp Charge 65 charging technology, it charges from 0-100% in less than 35 minutes. The OnePlus Nord 2 5G comes in three colors – Blue Haze, Gray…

31 Jul

Public advisory from ‘Vi’

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Vi came to know that some Vi customers are getting SMS and Calls from unidentified numbers asking them to update their KYC immediately. These fraudsters, disguised as company representatives, threaten users with SIM block if KYC is not done. They may also seek certain confidential information from customers, in the name of verification. Vi cautioned its customers against such unauthorised Calls and SMS. Vi customers are advised to not give their KYC details or share any OTP with anybody on a call, and should not click on any link mentioned in the SMS. Customers are informed that clicking on any…

31 Jul

India’s first phone with MediaTek 900 chipset: OPPO Reno6 5G

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After the successful launch of the Reno6 Pro 5G on 14th July, OPPO has announced the sale of OPPO Reno6 5G, starting from 29th July, on Flipkart and mainline retailers. OPPO Reno6 5G that features India’s first MediaTek dimensity 900 chipset with 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM and support for internal RAM expansion by OPPO. The new Reno flagship features OPPO’s exclusive Reno Glow design and five-layer gradient process. The sleek and stunning performance powerhouse is just 7.59mm thin and weighs only 182g while including 65W Super VOOC 2.0, which can charge its powerful 4300mAh battery to 100% in about 28…

30 Jul

Sandeep Singh’s Studio Acquired Rights for Subrata Roy’s Biopic

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Legend Global Studio owned by Sandeep Singh has acquired the rights of a biopic on the business tycoon and Sahara India Pariwar Chairman Subrata Roy Sahara. Sandeep Singh, India's youngest filmmaker who has well acclaimed biopics like National award winning Mary Kom, PM Narendra Modi, Sarbjit, Aligarh to his credit has clutched the rights for a biopic which was vied by number of production houses. Sandeep Singh worked with some of the biggest directors and stars in Bollywood has a long innings in the industry with a powerful roster of films to his credit as co-producer on Goliyon Ki Raasleela…

30 Jul

Sony announced Research Award Program

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Sony announced Research Award Program, currently in its sixth year. The program provides funding for programs researching emerging and innovative technologies in collaboration with Sony’s own research groups, and is open to universities in the U.S., Canada, 17 European countries. The Sony Research Award Program is comprised of two awards – the Faculty Innovation Award and the Focused Research Award. Both awards are coordinated by Sony’s R&D Center and may fall within three broad subject categories: Information Technology, Devices & Materials, and Life Sciences. The Faculty Innovation Award grants up to $100,000 USD to principal investigators for one year, with…

30 Jul

Prime Video India saw its best ever viewership

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Prime Day 2021 marked the most Small Medium Businesses (SMBs) selling on Amazon.in, as they saw an overwhelming response from Prime members. Prime members shopped from 126,003 sellers including artisans, weavers, women entrepreneurs, start-ups and brands, local offline neighborhood stores, from Tier 2-3-4 cities like Barnala, Champhai, Virudhunagar, Guntur, Valsad, Shajapur, on Prime Day. Total 31,230 sellers saw their highest ever single day sales and nearly 25% more sellers’ gross sales over INR 1 crore as compared to the last Prime Day. Prime Day continues to be a unique opportunity for brands of all sizes to launch new products. More…

30 Jul

Double the Chicken, Double the Fun

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KFC presents the most unique chicken burger - the KFC Double Down Burger. Now there are two delectable reasons for chicken-lovers to rejoice. The Double Down Burger comes with two crispy, chicken fillets forming a burger unlike any other. Starting at Rs 229, the Double Down Burger is available across all KFC restaurants. One can order-in or express pick-up from the nearest KFC restaurant. Like all things delicious & tasty, this all chicken, no bun burger is available for a limited time only. The Double Down is the tastiest burger ever and rightly so. It is made of all chicken…

30 Jul

E-commerce paving way for kiranas in Northeast

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With the pandemic impacting the jobs and livelihoods of many people, kiranas are increasingly partnering with e-commerce platforms to help deliver orders safely and earn additional income. Northeast is a fast-growing market for e-commerce with a significant increase in demand being witnessed since the last few years. The expansion of Flipkart’s kirana program across East and Northeastern cities such as Kolkata, Guwahati, Silchar, Noonmati and Shillong makes e-commerce more inclusive by connecting kiranas and providing a personalized shopping experience to the consumers from the region. Flipkart’s kirana programme has helped thousands of kirana delivery partners in the Northeast earn a…

30 Jul

HP introduces gaming notebooks – Victus by HP

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HP has introduced its next-generation mainstream gaming PC portfolio Victus by HP in India. The new gaming notebook range comprises a 16-inch unique laptop design in two attractive colours, Mica Silver and Performance Blue. The all new Victus 16 is made from post-consumer recycled ocean-bound plastic, demonstrating the company's dedication towards a more sustainable future for the planet. Victus is built with the DNA of HP’s powerful OMEN gaming lineup. It will be available in India in two processor’s options - AMD Ryzen 6 and Intel Core 5 processors. Both models provide accessible, affordable, and an elevated gaming experience. With…

29 Jul

‘HDFC AMC aspires to be the wealth creator’

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HDFC Asset Management Company’s MD & CEO, Mr. Navneet Munot, addressing the shareholders said that as India continues on its growth journey, the fund house aspires to be a wealth creator for every Indian, with an audacious vision: to be the most respected asset manager in the world. According to Mr. Munot, despite strong growth in the past decade, mutual fund penetration remains extremely low in India. He added, “The markets are clearly exhibiting confidence, signalling better times ahead.” Mr. Munot said, “During FY 20-21, we launched HDFC Dividend Yield Fund and HDFC Banking ETF. With equity markets near record…