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31 Mar 2020
Bharti Airtel#Lockdown: Airtel extends validity for over 80 million 'under-privileged' customers
Bharti Airtel has announced that it will extend the plan validity for over 80 million 'under-privileged' prepaid subscribers in India, complying with a directive from Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
31 Mar 2020
WhatsAppAmid lockdown, ICICI launches WhatsApp banking service: How to use
With an aim to offer easy banking solutions to its customers during the ongoing lockdown in India, ICICI Bank has launched a WhatsApp banking feature.
31 Mar 2020
Johnson & JohnsonJohnson & Johnson: COVID-19's vaccine will be ready by 2021
American pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson has announced that it has selected the lead vaccine candidate for the novel coronavirus disease COVID-19.
31 Mar 2020
NetflixYou can win Rs. 7.5 crore from Houseparty: Here's how
Houseparty, the social networking app that shot to fame ever since governments began imposing lockdowns on their citizens in the wake of coronavirus pandemic, is offering a reward of Rs. 7.5 crore ($1 million).
31 Mar 2020
Reliance Jio#Lockdown: Jio to offer free broadband service for 30 days
Last week we reported that Reliance Jio is planning to offer a free 10Mbps broadband connection to new users as part of its #CoronaHaaregaIndiaJeetega initiative. And now, more details about the scheme have come to light.
30 Mar 2020
FacebookCoronavirus crisis: Facebook commits $100 million to help news outlets
As companies brace for the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, Facebook is extending a helping hand to those who are at the center of all of it - news outlets.
30 Mar 2020
Mukesh Ambani#Coronavirus: Reliance Industries commits Rs. 500 crore to PM-CARES Fund
Reliance Industries Limited has committed Rs. 500 crore to PM's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM-CARES) Fund to help the nation combat COVID-19 as the deadly novel coronavirus continues to wreak havoc across the country and the globe.
30 Mar 2020
ICICI BankNow, you can recharge your Jio number from bank ATMs
Reliance Jio has announced that its subscribers can now recharge their prepaid numbers at a nearby bank ATM. The move aims to provide an alternative recharge method for all users, especially to those who cannot do online recharges.
30 Mar 2020
Supreme Court Of IndiaSC grants extension on sale/registration deadline for BS4 vehicles
The Supreme Court of India has given an extension on the last date to sell and register outgoing BS4 vehicles.
30 Mar 2020
WhatsAppReliance Jio offering free Rs. 498 recharge is fake news
A fake WhatsApp forward, in the name of Reliance Jio, is trying to scam customers by promising to offer a free recharge worth Rs. 498.
28 Mar 2020
Trump AdministrationUS approves 5-minute 'rapid' test for coronavirus disease
In a major development, a US-based medical device manufacturer has won Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval for a new 'rapid' coronavirus test.
28 Mar 2020
Maruti SuzukiMaruti Suzuki producing ventilators, masks to tackle coronavirus pandemic
As coronavirus cases continue to increase, Maruti Suzuki, India's largest automaker, is planning to tackle one of the most concerning problems associated with the pandemic - ventilator shortage.
28 Mar 2020
GoogleGoogle won't play any April Fools' pranks this year
Every year on April Fools' Day, Google garners all the attention in the world with its hilarious, sometimes silly, jokes.
27 Mar 2020
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI's 3-month EMI moratorium: All you need to know
Earlier in the day, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a few measures in view of the 21-day lockdown over coronavirus.
27 Mar 2020
Mukesh AmbaniMukesh Ambani to Anand Mahindra, corporates join fight against coronavirus
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to sweep across countries, the Government of India is doing everything possible to control the spread of the disease, while combating the wide-range of problems stemming from it.
27 Mar 2020
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)Coronavirus: Day after Centre's economic package, RBI cuts repo rate
RBI has cut repo rate by 75 basis points, bringing it down from 5.15% to 4.4%, Governor Shaktikanta Das told media at a briefing on Friday. The reverse repo rate was reduced by 90 basis points to 4%.
26 Mar 2020
ZomatoCOVID-19 outbreak: Zomato to help lockdown-hit restaurants, delivery partners
In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, the entire population of India, except those on the front-lines, has been put on lockdown.
26 Mar 2020
IndiaApple, Samsung suspend India production amid coronavirus lockdown
In compliance with the 21-day, nation-wide lockdown enforced by the Indian government to combat the spread of coronavirus, leading smartphone manufacturers Samsung and Apple have suspended most of their operations in the country.
26 Mar 2020
FlipkartAmid lockdown, Flipkart to resume delivery of essential goods
A day after announcing the suspension of all its services in compliance with the lockdown put in place by the Indian government, Flipkart has taken the decision to resume operations to some extent.
26 Mar 2020
Mukesh AmbaniFacebook likely to acquire 10% stake in Reliance Jio
After Meesho and Unacademy, Facebook is looking to invest in Reliance Jio to make another big move in the Indian market.
26 Mar 2020
IndiaNow, Google allows marking businesses as 'temporarily closed' on Maps
In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak worldwide, Google Maps' listings have become a little unreliable.
25 Mar 2020
NetflixAmid coronavirus lockdown, Netflix, Amazon suspend high-quality streaming on mobiles
In a bid to ensure robust internet services during the 21-day, nation-wide lockdown called by PM Modi, leading OTT service providers have decided to suspend high-quality streaming.
25 Mar 2020
FlipkartFlipkart, Amazon suspend services as India goes into lockdown
Hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day, nation-wide lockdown to combat the threat of COVID-19 outbreak, two of India's biggest e-commerce giants - Flipkart and Amazon India - temporarily suspended their services.
25 Mar 2020
Reliance IndustriesJioFiber to offer free broadband connections to new users
As part of Reliance's #CoronaHaaregaIndiaJeetega initiative, JioFiber has announced that it will offer free broadband connectivity to new users where its services are active. However, it will be a basic connection, providing a speed of up to 10Mbps.
25 Mar 2020
United States of AmericaComputex 2020 postponed, due to COVID-19 outbreak
Computex 2020, one of the biggest computer shows in the world, has been rescheduled.
24 Mar 2020
IndiaCoronavirus crisis: Government waives ATM withdrawal, bank balance non-maintenance charges
In the wake of increasing COVID-19 cases across the country, the government has waived charges on withdrawals from other bank ATMs and the penalty on failing to maintain minimum bank balance for a period of three months.
24 Mar 2020
AmazonAmazon Fab Phones Fest: Unmissable deals on best-selling smartphones
Amazon has kicked off a fresh round of its Fab Phones Fest in India, offering attractive deals and discounts on some of the best-selling smartphones.
24 Mar 2020
MumbaiCoronavirus lockdown: MTNL offers double data on all broadband plans
In the wake of lockdown imposed in Delhi and Mumbai, state-run MTNL has announced to offer double data on all of its broadband plans, as it aims to encourage people to work from home.
24 Mar 2020
Redmi Note 9 ProAmid coronavirus lockdown, Redmi Note 9 Pro Max sale postponed
The newly-launched Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, which was set to go on sale tomorrow, will now be available at a later date.
24 Mar 2020
Andhra PradeshKia suspends all operations in India amid COVID-19 fears
Amid the growing COVID-19 cases in India, Kia Motors has temporarily suspended all operations in the country.
23 Mar 2020
UberAmid lockdown, Ola, Uber suspend services till March 31
In the wake of the lockdown imposed by the Delhi government, ride-hailing giants Ola and Uber have suspended their services in the state.
22 Mar 2020
Reliance JioFiberWorking or studying from home? Check the best broadband plans
Given concerns around the coronavirus pandemic, chances are you have been asked to work or study from home. But logistically, are you prepared for the change?
21 Mar 2020
Reliance JioJio 4G data packs now offer double data, calling minutes
Reliance Jio has upgraded almost all the 4G data vouchers to offer its prepaid subscribers more bundled benefits.
21 Mar 2020
SamsungFlipkart Big Shopping Days: Best deals on top-selling smart TVs
In an attempt to ramp up sales, Flipkart is hosting Big Shopping Days sale on its platform with exciting discounts available across product categories.
21 Mar 2020
GoogleGoogle I/O 2020 canceled entirely, due to coronavirus outbreak
Google has decided to cancel I/O 2020 - its biggest annual event - in its entirety.
21 Mar 2020
Bharti AirtelAirtel to offer consolidated plan for DTH, broadband, mobile data
Bharti Airtel is gearing up to launch a new One Airtel Plan in India. It will be a consolidated recharge plan, including benefits from four services: DTH, broadband, streaming, as well as mobile data.
20 Mar 2020
MicrosoftAmid COVID-19 outbreak, Microsoft Teams rakes in 44 million DAUs
As professionals around the world continue to switch to working remotely, due to the outbreak of coronavirus disease COVID-19, productivity platforms are reaping the benefits.
20 Mar 2020
Elon MuskTesla shutting down factories as COVID-19 spreads in the US
After downplaying the threat of coronavirus disease COVID-19 for several weeks, Elon Musk has finally taken some action to combat the situation.
19 Mar 2020
XiaomiOPPO's Realme is launching a sub-brand called 'Narzo'
In a bid to expand its footprint, Realme, the Chinese smartphone company owned by OPPO, has announced a new sub-brand called 'Narzo'.
19 Mar 2020
IndiaIndiGo cuts employee salaries as coronavirus hits business hard
Budget carrier IndiGo on Thursday announced a pay cut for employees across various levels as an outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19, has affected business.
