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YouTube introduces an animated loading screen and upgraded features for Premium members. YouTube, which is owned by Google, has begun to implement the animation loading screen on mobile, which was originally seen on Android TV in late 2022. According to 9to5Google, Google explained that the new animation is part of an identity makeover aimed at establishing a visually appealing and instantly recognized brand image. The animation was reported to be inspired by vintage CRT TVs (a type of television that utilized cathode ray tubes prior to the development of the flat-screen TV). A new loading bar icon with the recognizable YouTube play-head and a red progress bar…

Government introduces a new ecommerce website for Artisans and weavers offering free delivery with 0% seller commission. The Indian Government has recently launched a new e-commerce portal for artisans and weavers, which is aimed at promoting the growth of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) sector in the country. The new portal will allow artisans and weavers to register and sell their products online without any commission charges, and the Government will provide free shipping for the products sold through the portal. The launch of the e-commerce portal for artisans and weavers is expected to provide a significant boost…

Skill Ministry launches digital version of employability skills curriculum. The Indian Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has taken a significant step towards promoting skill development among the country’s youth by launching a digital version of its Employability Skills Curriculum (ESC). The digital version of the ESC has been developed to provide accessible and affordable skill training to a larger audience across India. The ESC is an initiative under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) scheme, which aims to train 10 million youth in industry-relevant skills by 2022. The program has been designed to enhance the employability of learners…

According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Nation’s first Digital Science Park, which will be constructed in Thiruvananthapuram, would support Digital India. The Nation’s Technology, according to the Prime Minister, is searching for new digital goods. At the ground-breaking ceremonies for the Kochi Water Metro and the first-ever Digital Science Park of the upcoming Digital University in Thiruvananthapuram, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered remarks. The country is placing focus on digital connectivity, he declared. “It will increase the digital park’s popularity. The debate about the Nation’s digital Infrastructure surprises the rest of the world. We are looking for fresh digital…

Historic moment: Kerala’s Vande Bharat flagged off by PM Modi Kerala’s first Vande Bharat train journey began as Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged it off at Thampanoor Central Railway Station. This has become a historical moment for Kerala. The Prime Minister interacted with 42 selected students in the C2 coach of the Vande Bharat train, which was halted at Platform No. 1 of Thampanoor Railway Station before the flag-off. Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav, and MP Shashi Tharoor were present at the flag-off ceremony. Modi also spoke to loco pilots. Chief Minister Pinarayi…

T-Series Enters the OTT Arena with Biopics, Originals, and Direct-to-OTT Releases T-Series, India’s largest music label, plans to enter the over-the-top (OTT) content industry this year, with the goal of producing 3-4 long-form web originals every year. The company, which began producing films a few years ago, has a biography in the works about choreographer Saroj Khan and has purchased the rights to a book on VG Siddhartha, the creator of Café Coffee Day. It has also begun production on a show with filmmaker Hansal Mehta, and a show for Disney+Hotstar has been completed and will be released later this year. Given that most theatre…

According to a recent report, the Indian Government is exploring the possibility of establishing power connections with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to address the country’s growing demand for electricity. The potential plan would involve the construction of undersea power cables that would enable India to import electricity from these countries. If the proposal moves forward, it could provide a reliable source of energy to meet the country’s increasing power demand, which is expected to grow by 6% annually. This growth in demand is being driven by the country’s rapidly expanding economy and population. As a result,…

According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the government is not considering any proposal to regulate financial influencers on social media, but is working with the Reserve Bank of India and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Meity) to combat ‘Ponzi apps’ that make exaggerated financial claims. “There are also apps that are coming out and reaching out to people saying we can do this, we can do that, your money will fetch you this much—many of which are Ponzi apps on which we are working with Meity and the Reserve Bank, and clamping down on them like never before,…

Discover the ultimate Eid destination at Global Village Dubai with extended timings, festive performances, and delicious dining options. Global Village, Dubai’s cosmopolitan attraction, will formally close its 27th season on April 29. As the park closes this month, visitors can take advantage of extended Ramadan hours until 2 a.m. daily. The renowned tourist location features a Ripley’s Believe It or Not museum, an ice rink, a floating market, dining options, rides, arcade games, and more. Majlis of the World has returned for the Ramadan season, where guests can purchase Iftaar or Suhoor meals or bring food from any of the…

Revolutionizing Rail Travel: Kerala’s First Vande Bharat Express Begins Operations The inaugural Vande Bharat Express for Kerala is set to depart from Thiruvananthapuram on April 25 after being flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Pathanamthitta, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasargod are the 11 districts that the Vande Bharat train would pass through. Sunday morning saw the opening of reservations. The Thiruvananthapuram Central-Kasaragod corridor and back will be served by the inaugural Vande Bharat Express train to run in Kerala, trains 20634 and 20633, respectively. The chair vehicle has 914 seats in total, and the executive chair car has 86 seats. Every day, excluding Thursdays, the…