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05 Mar 2019
India#FinancialBytes: Credit-card tips, hacks to save money as you spend
Credit cards have become an essential part of our lives today and are one of the widely-used payment methods for cashless transactions.
05 Mar 2019
IndiaReliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone, Idea: The most-premium prepaid data packs
Thanks to the ever-increasing competition, the telecom space in India has changed for good.
05 Mar 2019
GoogleGoogle denies removing Saudi app that lets men track women
In a major shocker, Google has decided not to pull a Saudi government app that lets men track women and control their movements.
03 Mar 2019
AppleApple is building products that will blow you away: Cook
Soon, you may get some amazing products from the house of Apple.
02 Mar 2019
India#FinancialBytes: 5 ways to lower monthly credit card payment
Credit cards are one of the widely-used cashless payment methods because of the convenience they offer.
28 Feb 2019
IndiaTikTok illegally collected children's data, slapped with $5.7 million fine
TikTok, one of the most famous video-sharing platforms in India, has been caught collecting personal data of children aged under 13, illegally.
27 Feb 2019
IndiaMaruti Suzuki launches new updated Ignis: Details here
Maruti Suzuki, India's leading automaker, has launched its famous budget hatchback Ignis in a new updated avatar.
26 Feb 2019
India#FinancialBytes: How NRIs can apply for PAN card in India
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, ten-digit alphanumeric identity issued by the Income Tax Department to all tax-paying individuals and organizations in India.
26 Feb 2019
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI proposes new pay-norms for top-officials of private, foreign banks
The RBI yesterday proposed that at least 50% of compensation of senior officials of private and foreign banks, including whole time directors and chief executive officers, "should be variable".
25 Feb 2019
IndiaVolvo reveals all-new XC90 with Formula 1 tech: Details here
Volvo has revealed a new avatar of its flagship sports utility vehicle, the XC90.
25 Feb 2019
India#FinancialBytes: How to open a PPF account
Public Provident Fund, popularly known as the PPF scheme, is a long-term savings scheme, launched by the National Savings Institute, Government of India, in 1968.
25 Feb 2019
XParliamentary Committee gives Jack Dorsey 10 days to answer questions
On Monday, the Parliamentary Committee on IT met with Twitter's Global Vice President of Public Policy Colin Crowell in lieu of CEO Jack Dorsey.
25 Feb 2019
SensexSensex jumps over 100 pts, Nifty above 10,800 level
Stocks staged a strong comeback in early trade today, with the BSE Sensex reclaiming the 36,000-mark by surging over 100 points on heavy foreign fund inflows and increased buying by domestic institutional investors.
25 Feb 2019
India#FinancialBytes: Simple tricks to reduce monthly expenses and bills
Earning money is difficult, but spending is easy. However, managing money efficiently is essential to secure one's future.
25 Feb 2019
Reliance IndustriesEverything to know about Reliance Jio Gigafiber Preview offer
Reliance's Jio GigaFiber, which was announced in August last year, has been in the testing phase since then.
24 Feb 2019
GujaratGST rate on affordable housing slashed from 8% to 1%
In a big favor to home buyers, the GST Council, on Sunday, slashed GST on affordable housing to 1%, down significantly from the previous 8%.
24 Feb 2019
India#FinancialBytes: What is the difference between PAN and TAN?
Two of the most important documents for taxpayers and tax-collectors in India are the Permanent Account Number (PAN) and the Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN).
23 Feb 2019
GoogleGoogle to unveil 'Netflix for games' streaming platform next month
In a bid to take on traditional players in the gaming industry like Microsoft's Xbox and Sony's Playstation, Google is set to announce a game streaming platform in an event next month.
23 Feb 2019
IndiaVodafone, Airtel, Jio, Idea's 4G plans available under Rs. 500
Thanks to the ever-increasing competition, the telecom space in India has changed for good.
22 Feb 2019
Sexual HarassmentGoogle ends forced arbitration for employees around the world
In a big win for Google employees around the world, the tech giant, on Thursday, announced that it would end the practice of forced arbitration for its employees around the world.
22 Feb 2019
IndiaFord launches affordable Endeavour in India at Rs. 28 lakh
Leading automaker Ford has introduced a new, improved avatar of its Endeavour SUV in the Indian market.
22 Feb 2019
AppleNow, Apple offers interest-free loan for iPhones: Details here
Apple's hardware revenues have taken a hit due to falling iPhone sales.
22 Feb 2019
IndiaTwitter CEO Jack Dorsey will not appear before parliamentary panel
Despite the Indian government summoning Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey to appear before the Parliamentary Committee on IT on February 25, Twitter has said that Dorsey will not attend the hearing.
21 Feb 2019
EPFOEPFO hikes provident fund interest rate by 0.1% to 8.65%
The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) on Thursday announced a hike of 0.1% in the interest rate on employees' provident fund (PF) deposits for FY 2018-19.
19 Feb 2019
HuaweiHow Huawei employees sneakingly tried cloning Apple's tech
Huawei isn't having the best of the year.
19 Feb 2019
NissanNow, avail huge discounts on Nissan Micra, Sunny, Terrano
Leading automaker Nissan has announced massive discounts as part of its February 2019 offers.
19 Feb 2019
FlipkartFlipkart co-founder Sachin Bansal invests Rs. 650cr in Ola
Indian ride-hailing start-up Ola is currently in the midst of an ongoing financing round and, in a major boost, has received Rs. 650cr (around $92mn) from Flipkart co-founder Sachin Bansal.
19 Feb 2019
Bharti AirtelAirtel is giving upto 1TB free data to broadband customers
Taking on Jio, BSNL and other broadband services, Bharti Airtel has updated its V-Fiber broadband plans to offer additional bonus data in select regions.
19 Feb 2019
iPhoneYour Vodafone, Idea postpaid plan will now cover iPhone damages
Apple's iPhone, one of the most popular smartphones around, is an embodiment of a premium build quality and flawless design. And unsurprisingly so, its repair costs are sky high.
19 Feb 2019
IndiaNow, tour Goa using these eco-friendly bicycles
In India, Goa is known to be one of the most preferred places for touring.
18 Feb 2019
IndiaAmazon's Apple fest: Top deals on iPhones, iPads, MacBooks
Amazon's Apple Fest sale is live in India with great deals available on popular Apple products.
18 Feb 2019
IrelandApple sued over defective iPad explosion: Details here
Apple is facing a lawsuit from a US-based woman over a defective iPad.
16 Feb 2019
BiharBSNL to launch 4G service in Bihar by February end
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) will launch 4G service in Bihar by the end of this month.
16 Feb 2019
JioJio's unlimited 4G vouchers start at Rs. 11: Details here
Jio has arguably shaken the Indian telecom space, with its affordable 4G plans and a plethora of services.
16 Feb 2019
Ministry Of Home AffairsGovernment working to launch interoperable Wi-Fi with 10 lakh hotspots
In a bid to keep people connected, the government and leading telecom giants are working to establish a massive public Wi-Fi ecosystem.
15 Feb 2019
HondaNow, you can book all-new Honda Civic: Details here
On March 7, Honda is set to launch the next-generation of Civic, its premium sedan, in the Indian market.
15 Feb 2019
India#FinancialBytes: 5 popular car loan options available in India
Having a car has become a necessity for many people nowadays. While many dream of owning a car, not everyone can afford to buy a car right away.
15 Feb 2019
FarmersTudder, the Tinder for cattle where cows 'find' their perfect-match
Previously, we reported how there is a Tinder-like app for dogs, where people can date a dog before adopting them.
14 Feb 2019
BusinessGold prices continue to drop despite positive global cues
Downward movement of gold continued for the fourth straight day as prices dropped by Rs. 50 to Rs. 34,000 per 10 grams at the bullion market today owing to slackened demand from local jewelers, despite positive global cues.
14 Feb 2019
IndiaMahindra XUV300 launched in India at Rs. 7.9 lakh
Expanding its product portfolio in India, Mahindra has launched the XUV300 at a starting price of Rs. 7.90 lakh.
