Author: News Desk
Twitter starts removing blue checks from nonpaying users Twitter has recently implemented a new verification policy, which has led to the removal of blue verification badges from user accounts that have not been active or have incomplete profiles. This move is part of Twitter’s broader efforts to improve the credibility and transparency of its verification process. The blue verification badge is meant to signify that an account is authentic, and Twitter uses a range of criteria to determine which accounts are eligible for verification. As part of its new verification policy, Twitter has stated that it will not verify incomplete or inactive accounts. The company has also…
Chinese carmaker MG expands its Electric Vehicle line-up in India with the launch of its latest electric car, the Comet Comet, the newest electric vehicle from Chinese automaker MG, has been introduced in India. Later this month, when the auto company also announces the price, the vehicle is most likely to be introduced to the Indian Market. After the ZS EV, it will be MG’s second electric vehicle in India. A revised version of the Wuling Air EV is the Comet. Wuling is a sister company to MG. The MG Comet EV is a boxy-looking compact automobile. The vehicle has two doors and can hold up to four people in…
Five-year-old Ranvir Sacchdev impresses Apple CEO Tim Cook with his coding skills Five-year-old Ranvir Sacchdev from New Delhi, India recently made headlines after he had a chat with Apple CEO Tim Cook. The young boy, who is passionate about coding and technology, impressed Cook with his skills and knowledge. Ranvir has been coding since the age of four and has already created several apps. His passion for technology was sparked by his father, who works in the IT industry. With his father’s encouragement and support, Ranvir quickly began teaching himself how to code. During his conversation with Cook, Ranvir had the opportunity to showcase his coding skills and…
Facebook has agreed to pay $650 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging that the company’s facial recognition technology violated Illinois’ biometric privacy law by collecting and storing biometric data without users’ consent. The settlement was approved by a federal judge in California and will compensate eligible users who were Facebook users in the US since 2011. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can file a claim on the settlement website. The minimum payout is $345, and the actual amount will depend on the number of valid claims filed. This settlement is one of the largest in the history…
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday authorised the National Quantum Mission (NQM) at a cost of Rs.6,003.65 crore, giving India’s efforts to advance quantum technology a significant boost. Over the period of eight years (2023–24 to 2030–31), the mission will have specific milestones that must be met. The mission would strive to seed, foster, and scale up scientific and industry research and development, as well as establish a “vibrant and innovative” ecosystem in quantum technology in India, according to Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh, who was speaking at the cabinet briefing. According to him, this would foster India’s ecosystem, accelerate the economic growth driven by quantum technology, and position India as a leader in the development of quantum technologies and applications (QTA). The US,…
The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) is hosting high-potential technology start-ups with a focus on sustainability and decarbonization to participate in a start-up competition launched ahead of COP28. This is in line with UAE Net Zero 2050 and their direction toward sustainable economic development and industrial decarbonization. The Ministry established the Make it in the Emirates Start-up Competition to give technological start-ups a venue where they can network with industry partners, meet investors, and discuss policy. The competition enables transformational start-ups looking to make a worldwide impact with the chance to display and propose new breakthroughs and technologies, as well as to learn from some of the most accomplished experts in manufacturing, sustainability, and other related industries. The competition will also provide the start-ups with the opportunity to further develop and deploy their technologies in the UAE in collaboration with various…
The RoDTEP scheme is a significant initiative by the Indian Government to promote exports and support the growth of MSMEs and the EXIM sector. With the refund of various duties and taxes paid by exporters, the scheme will reduce the cost of exports and make Indian products more competitive in the International Market. It will also improve the cash flow of MSMEs and reduce the working capital requirements, promoting Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the EXIM sector. The scheme will replace the existing MEIS scheme and will cover all export products, including Textiles and Handicrafts. It will be implemented from January…
Razorpay establishes an advisory board naming a former RBI Deputy Governor as its chair Razorpay, a leading Indian Fintech company, has recently announced the formation of an Advisory Board and the appointment of H.R. Khan, former Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), as its chairperson. The new advisory board will offer strategic advice and expertise to Razorpay’s leadership team to aid the company’s growth and expansion efforts. The move is also a part of Razorpay’s larger goal to become a dominant player in the Indian Fintech sector. Apart from Khan, the advisory board will also include other…
Mukesh and Nita Ambani, two of the wealthiest couples in the world who are well renowned for their extravagant lifestyles, are business tycoons from India. Akash Ambani, the son of Mukesh Ambani, married Shloka Mehta in 2019. The Mumbai event attracted a large number of celebrities. After four years of marriage, people are now debating Shloka’s present to Akash’s mother Nita Ambani. One of the most costly diamond necklaces in the world was given to Nita Ambani’s daughter-in-law. This necklace is valued at $55 million, or nearly 450 crores of rupees. When jewellery influencer Julia Hackman created a video showcasing the diamond’s characteristics, the valued present once again became the talk of the town. This ‘L’Incomparable’ necklace was created by Lebanese jeweller Mouwad. There are 91 diamonds…
The need for a robust “Toyconomy” is being driven by Indian children. Where are the Indian toys, though? India is home to one of the largest populations of children in the world, making it a massive market for toys. However, despite the increasing demand for toys in the country, there is a significant shortage of domestically produced toys. The Indian toy industry faces several challenges that make it difficult to compete with cheaper imported toys. One of the primary challenges faced by Indian toy manufacturers is the lack of government support and investment in research and development, infrastructure, and raw materials. This has resulted…