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The legacy of IPA, founded by Nikhil Chakravartty, the doyen of journalism in India, to keep the flag of independent media flying high, is facing the threat of extinction due to the effect of the Covid pandemic. Only an emergency funding can avert such an eventuality. We appeal to all those who believe in the freedom of expression to contribute to this noble cause.India In Talks With Russia Over Supply Of Rocket Engines
NEW DELHI: New Delhi and Moscow are negotiating the organisation of the India-based production of semi-cryogenic rocket engines using Russian technology for the South Asian country’s space programme, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Kailasavadivoo Sivan said in an interview. “Russia is offering its semi-cryogenic rocket engine technology...
Honor 20 update rolling out in India: Price, review, features
The Honor 20 users in India are receiving a new software update for their smartphone. Based on reports, this is just an incremental update and brings in a newer security patch and more. Read on to find out everything about this new Honor 20 update. Honor 20 update details...
Official render hints at 48MP quad cameras
As we inch closer to the August 29 launch event, the leaks around the Redmi Note 8 series become more frequent. Adding to the list of leaks is an official render shared by none other than the company itself. Here’s a look at the latest Redmi Note 8 leak....
OnePlus 7T render images, 360-degree video leaked online
After design sketch leaks by Evan Blass, now the OnePlus 7T render images have surfaced online. The CAD renders and 360 degree video by popular leakster OnLeaks, in partnership with Pricebaba, are in line with the sketches earlier shared by Blass. The alleged OnePlus 7T render images showcase the...
22 BSNL prepaid plans now have 250 minutes per day voice call FUP limit
BSNL has reportedly capped voice call minutes in for 22 of its unlimited combo prepaid plans starting August 19. As per TelecomTalk report, the state run telecom operator has implemented voice calling cap at 250 minutes per day. Initially, it was believed that only long-validity combo plans would be...
Tata Sky now offering 13 semi-annual packs to new SD set-top-box
After the new tariff regime by TRAI, all DTH operators are on a roll with new offerings almost everyday. One of the popular DTH company, Tata Sky, has also introduced various new plans and offers to lure more customers onboard. In a fresh move, the operator has now announced...
Apple, Samsung sued over handset RF emissions
Tech giants Apple and Samsung have been sued in the US over harmful radio frequency (RF) exposure their smartphones may be emitting. The class-action suit, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, claims RF radiation emitted from Apple and Samsung smartphones “exceed legal limits...
Oppo Reno 2Z live images leaked ahead of August 28 launch
Oppo will launch a new Reno2 series in India on August 28. The company is expected to launch three new smartphones in the new Oppo Reno2 series. These are rumored as the Oppo Reno2, Oppo Reno2Z, and the Oppo Reno2F. The Chinese company has already confirmed key specifications for...
BSNL brings free Amazon Prime to annual broadband plans above Rs 399
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) will now provide free Amazon Prime subscription worth Rs 999, if you pay annually for your broadband plans priced over Rs 399. The state run telecom operator officially announced that its annual broadband plans starting Rs 399 and above will offer free Amazon Prime...
Samsung Galaxy M30s to launch with 48MP camera in India next month
Riding on the success of its online-exclusive Galaxy M series, Samsung India is all set to launch Galaxy M30s with 48-megapixel triple rear camera setup in India mid-September. The Galaxy M30s will be powered by the new Exynos processor – not seen on the four Galaxy M series smartphones...
Airtel now offers 5 prepaid data add-on plans starting Rs 28
Airtel has introduced one more data add-on for prepaid subscribers. The new data add-on pack of Rs 175 will provide benefits of 6GB data for a period of 28 days with added SMS benefits. After the addition, Airtel now has a total of five data add-ons in prepaid portfolio,...
New Delhi Must Resolve The Kashmir Conundrum Amicably
By Harihar Swarup The world is aware of developments in Kashmir but not yet alarmed. India needs to ensure these concerns do not go beyond a certain threshold. United States President Donald Trump’s communications with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistan’s PM Imran Khan were about lowering the...
Chidambaram Has To Show Respect For Judicial Process
By K Raveendran It is dangerous to claim that whenever a court decision is against you, it is threat to democracy and whenever it suits you, it is democracy at work. This is what former home and finance minister P Chidambaram has done. Having exercised all his...
Factionalism Rampant In Madhya Pradesh Congress
By L.S. Herdenia BHOPAL: Dissenting voices have begun to be raised in the ruling Congress. One such voice has been raised by K. P. Singh, a senior Congress MLA and former Minister. In a video which became viral K. P. Singh has mounted severe attack on the state...
Sanders A Hit At The Us Native Presidential Candidate Forum
By Al Neal SIOUX CITY, Iowa — The Sioux City Orpheum Theater was packed. Anticipation hung heavy in the air. O.J. Semans, co-founder and co-director of Four Nations, announced to those in attendance they would have to wait for 15 minutes before being able to “feel the Bern”—the...
US Dollar Is A Barrier To Global Growth
WASHINGTON: A digital currency backed by a group of nations is needed to compete with the US dollar, which has reached a level of dominance that poses a barrier to economic growth in much of the world, Bank of England Governor Mark Carney said in a speech to fellow...
Sony launches new 5mm F1.8 full-frame lens in India
Sony on Friday launched the latest addition to its E-mount full-frame lens line-up with the introduction of a FE 35mm F1.8 large-aperture wide-angle prime lens model SEL35F18F. It would be available across all Sony Centers, Alpha Flagship stores, Sony authorized dealers and major electronic stores across India for Rs...
Lenovo to launch ‘Note’ series on September 5
Lenovo has sent out invites for a new smartphone launch in India on September 5. The ‘block your date’ media invitation writes “#KillerNote on September 5 2019”, which suggests the company will launch a new smartphone in the Note series. The last Note series phone was launched in May,...
