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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.Paytm now allows you to scan any QR code to make UPI payments
The Paytm app now allows you to scan any Quick response (QR) code, be it BHIM UPI or Google Pay. To recall, Paytm introduced QR code-based payments to enable merchants, irrespective of the size of their business, to receive money directly into their bank account. Now, “people do not have...
Reliance Jio users increase in June as Vodafone Idea and Airtel lose: TRAI
As per the latest TRAI data, the month of June saw additions in BSNL and Reliance Jio users. In comparison, incumbents like Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea continued to lose subscribers. Diving deeper into these numbers, the month saw Reliance Jio users increase by 8.26 million or 82.6 lakh....
Redmi Note 8 Pro leak shows what it will look in real-life
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi is gearing up to launch its much-rumored Redmi 8 and Redmi Note 8 series. These smartphones will first launch in China, and then arrive in other markets. We have already come across leaks showing what the Redmi 8 could look like. Now, a leak shows what...
Google Maps helps reunite father with daughter after 4 months
Google Maps helped police reunite a father with his 12-year-old daughter who had gone missing over four months ago in Delhi, officials said. The girl had taken an e-rickshaw near the Kirti Nagar furniture market in Holi on March 21, according to the police. When the minor did not...
Oppo Enco Q1 wireless noise canceling headphones launched: Features
The Oppo Enco Q1 Bluetooth noise-canceling neckband headphones have been launched in China. The Oppo Enco Q1 is the first model under the company’s new Enco series. The Chinese company is offering the wireless headphones in three colors, including Black, White, and Orange. Oppo‘s latest earphones come with a...
All you need to know
Xiaomi is set to launch the Mi A3 in India at an event on August 21. It will be sold via Amazon India and Mi.com. The smartphone has already been launched in Spain, so all we need is a price confirmation. Now, lightning deals page on the e-commerce portal...
Samsung Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10+ update rolls out in India
Samsung is set to officially launch its flagship Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ in India tomorrow. Ahead of the launch, both phablets have received their first software updates. These updates come with a bunch of improvements. Samsung Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10+ update details This Samsung...
The original Razer Phone is getting Android 9.0 Pie update
Gaming peripherals maker Razer launched its first smartphone back in 2017. And now that smartphone is getting the newest Android 9.0 Pie update. Razer confirmed that its smartphones will receive the new update about a month back. But it had not offered an time-frame for the same. And now...
Infinix Hot 8 India launch expected in first week of September, price tipped
The Infinix Hot 8 budget device is reportedly all set to make its debut in India. Recently, a few retail box images of the Hot 8 surfaced online, which revealed what could be the front profile of it. Now, a fresh report claims that the Infinix Hot 8 will...
OnePlus 7T, OnePlus 7T Pro India launch dates leaked
The flagship OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro are out in the market for a few weeks. Now, the company is working on the ‘T’ variant of these smartphones. OnePlus has traditionally launched these new variants towards the end of the year. But this time things look a bit...
Amended Anti-Terror Law To Weaken Indian Democracy
By Nivedhitha K The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Bill, 2019 has been passed by the Parliament despite searing opposition to the inclusion of new provisions in the existing law. The Bill drew flak on two accounts. One, the new changes undermine human rights. Secondly, the amendments undermine the...
Asianet Broadband offering 200Mbps plan at Rs 499 per month
Asianet Broadband is reportedly giving a 200Mbps broadband plan at Rs 499 effectively. The company offers customers a total of three broadband plans, including Rs 1,499, Rs 2,499 and Rs 2,999. All the mentioned broadband plans from the company ship with 200Mbps speed. The Rs 1,499 plan comes with two months...
Indian Economy: Crash Of 2019
By Nantoo Banerjee The NDA government may have scored well in the socio-political front and caught a national and international limelight by abrogating Article 370 of the Constitution to redefine the state of Jammu & Kashmir, but the country’s economy is in shambles. It needs immediate repairs. Unless...
Modi-Shah’s BJP Resorts Again To The Old Bread Vs Circus Trick
By Amulya Ganguli It is possible that the BJP will aggressively pursue its Hindutva agenda at a time of economic slowdown by adopting the well-known bread versus circus tactic, which has been explained as providing entertainment for hoi polloi as a means of diverting attention from a shortage...
Senior Citizens Healthcare Is A Big Challenge
Dr Arun Mitra Economic developments and technological innovations have helped increase life expectancy worldwide. There was a time when thousands would perish because of epidemics like plague and smallpox which had adverse effect on life expectancy. Such deadly diseases are under control now. Life expectancy in India was...
Kashmir Needs A Fresh Approach To Isolate Separatists
By Sagarneel Sinha Now that the special status of Jammu and Kashmir is gone, the major challenge ahead of New Delhi is to win the hearts of local Kashmiris and bring peace in the valley torn by violent conflicts for decades. That’s not an easy task. A large...
Corbyn Promises To Ban Big Money From ‘Buying Up Democracy’
By Lamiat Sabin Jeremy Corbyn has pledged to “drive big money out of democracy.” Speaking in Bolton the Labour leader revealed that PM Boris Johnson has accepted nearly a million pounds from hedge funds and bankers. Mr Corbyn announced a new policy to ban donations or loans to...
Ikea officially opens online orders in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane
Ikea has started an online store in Mumbai ahead of the launch of its physical retail store. The financial capital is the first Indian city where Ikea will deliver online orders. The Swedish furniture giant started its first retail store in Hyderabad last year. Now, it is celebrating the...
