TECHNOLOGY

    Telangana govt introduces new EV policy with tax, registration exemption

    Hyderabad: In an effort to encourage people to switch over to Electric Vehicle(EV), the State government has decided to provide 100 per cent exemption from road tax and registration fees for Electric Vehicles (EVs) in the State. The new EV policy will come into force from Monday. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said the new policy was expected to give a major boost to the adoption of electric vehicles across Telangana, aligning with the State’s broader goals of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. Along with the registration fee waiver for electric vehicles, the government plans to roll out infrastructure improvements, including more charging stations and incentives for manufacturers, he informed. Electric Buses purchased and registered in Telangana for the initial two years, up to December 31, 2026, irrespective of the number of vehicles registered, are also fully exempt from road tax and registration fees for the…
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    Apple iPhone 15 becomes best-selling smartphone globally in Q3 2024

    Samsung dominated the global top-10 best-selling smartphones list, claiming five spots, with Apple following closely with four, and Xiaomi securing one, as per Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales Tracker. New Delhi: Apple iPhone 15 has become the best-selling smartphone globally in the third quarter (Q3) this year, followed closely by iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro, according to a report on Thursday. Samsung maintained the biggest presence in the global top-10 best-selling smartphones list with five spots, followed by Apple with four and Xiaomi with one, according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales Tracker. While Apple’s share of the top-10 list has declined slightly, Samsung’s presence has grown to keep the combined market contribution of the top 10 smartphones at around 19 per cent. “The growing consumer preference for high-end smartphones is gradually narrowing the market share gap between the iPhone’s base and Pro variants,” the report…
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    Pichai urges Google staff to ensure products remain trusted info source

    In a memo to employees, Pichai reminded them of their role, stating, “whoever the voters choose, let’s remember our responsibility at work, through the products we create and as a business: to be a trusted source of information for people of all backgrounds and beliefs.” San Francisco: As the White House race entered the crucial counting stage, Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai told employees to make sure that “the products we build” are “a trusted source of information to people of every background and belief.” In a memo to employees, Pichai said whomever the voters entrust, “let’s remember the role we play at work, through the products we build and as a business: to be a trusted source of information to people of every background and belief”. “We will and must maintain that. In that spirit, it’s important that everyone continue to follow our Community Guidelines and Personal Political Activity Policy,” he…
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    ISRO launches India’s first analog space mission to study extraterrestrial challenges

    The mission, featuring a compact inflatable habitat called Hab-1, will simulate life in an interplanetary environment and is taking place in Leh, Ladakh. As India prepares for upcoming space missions, this initiative aims to explore the challenges future astronauts may face on missions beyond Earth. New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on Friday announced the launch of its first analog space mission, to study the challenges of extraterrestrial conditions that will help in future space missions. The mission, which includes a compact, inflatable habitat named Hab-1 will simulate life in an interplanetary habitat. It is being held in Leh, in Ladakh. Even as India plans to launch several space missions, the new mission will help understand the challenges that future astronauts may encounter on missions beyond Earth. “India’s first analog space mission kicks off in Leh!” ISRO said in a post on X. “This mission will simulate life in…
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    Hyundai Motor offers first look of upcoming Ioniq 9 electric SUV

    The teaser for the three-row electric SUV presents the overall silhouette and the model’s elongated wheelbase. Hyundai said the Ioniq 9 draws inspiration from the sleek exteriors and cozy interiors of boats, reports Yonhap news agency Seoul: Hyundai Motor on Wednesday unveiled a teaser image of its upcoming all-electric Ioniq 9 sports utility vehicle, highlighting its massive-yet-sleek exterior design. The teaser for the three-row electric SUV presents the overall silhouette and the model’s elongated wheelbase. Hyundai said the Ioniq 9 draws inspiration from the sleek exteriors and cozy interiors of boats, reports Yonhap news agency. The Ioniq 9 symbolises the largest vehicle class in Hyundai Motor’s Ioniq lineup and the company’s inaugural venture into the realm of large electric SUV models. Hyundai plans to fully unveil the design and features of the Ioniq 9 at a global showcase event next month. Meanwhile, Hyundai Motor reached a major milestone of 100 million…
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    Elevate your video interviews with Filmora 14

    Regularly producing high-quality video interviews is as dynamic as it is demanding. Editing long conversations, managing multiple camera angles, and ensuring accessibility through captions are essential and require the right tools New Delhi: Regularly producing high-quality video interviews is as dynamic as it is demanding. Editing long conversations, managing multiple camera angles, and ensuring accessibility through captions are essential and require the right tools. Enter the latest update with Wondershare  Filmora 14 , a versatile editing platform with features like Smart Short Clips, Multi-Camera Editing, and Auto Caption that simplify the interview editing process and allow creators to focus on what matters most, telling a fun or compelling story! Let’s explore how these advanced features can transform your workflow and enhance the quality of your interview videos. Smart Short Clips: Speed Up the Editing ProcessVideo interviews often involve long hours of footage filled with pauses and dead air. Manually selecting footage to isolate…
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    Indian photographers share iPhone 16 camera tips for unforgettable Diwali

    Photographer and director Joshua Karthik noted that Diwali is one of the most dynamic times of the year, where each moment is unique, making it challenging for a single camera lens to capture the entire scene. New Delhi: Indian photographers on Wednesday said that to make this Diwali the most unforgettable bash of the year, it is time to put together some iPhone 16 camera tips to get that one-in-a-million snap. Photographer and director Joshua Karthik said Diwali can be the most dynamic time of the year, where one moment feels unlike the other, so much so that it becomes impossible for a single camera lens to do justice to the entire tableau. That is where iPhone 16 comes in with its 48MP Fusion, Telephoto and Ultra Wide cameras that equal having four lenses in your pocket at once. “Go ultra-wide with your photos and videos. iPhone 16 Pro and Max…
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    How do pollinators get attracted to flowers?

    Flowers attract pollinators through a combination of visual, olfactory, and nutritional strategies For our ecology to survive and for food production to occur, pollination is essential. Flowers attract pollinators through a combination of visual, olfactory, and nutritional strategies. Brightly coloured petals in hues like yellow, red, and blue are designed to catch the attention of specific pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, each of which may be drawn to different colours. For the male reproductive cells (pollen) to reach the female reproductive parts (ovaries), all seed plants must be pollinated. This preserves genetic variation and enables the plants to generate seeds for species propagation. In order for pollinators to locate them, flowers have evolved to exhibit clues. In addition, pollinators are frequently compensated with nectar for the “service” they render. Many flowers also emit enticing fragrances that signal the presence of nectar, creating an appealing invitation for pollinators to…
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    Neva: A painted masterpiece

    It’s a video game where emotions are colours and your heart the canvas From the makers of 2018’s Gris comes Neva, need I say more? To make a second game when your first sits, six years on, with a 10/10 rating on Steam and 4.5/5 on GOG is a daunting task, but Nómada Studio seems to be in a league of its own. With Neva, they show us just how magical games can be, how interactive journeys can embrace the metaphorical, their love for Monument Valley, and how breathtaking colours and their many hues can transform a world. Throughout my journey with Neva, I couldn’t help but exclaim to myself – and to anyone who was listening – how unfairly perfect this game is. No updates, no day-one patch, no fixes, no bugs – just pure magic from start to finish.” An hour with Neva, and nothing stood a chance…
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    SpaceX launches Starship rocket in bold test flight aiming to catch returning booster

    Soaring nearly 400 feet (121 meters), the empty Starship launched at sunrise from the southern tip of Texas, near the Mexican border. It arced over the Gulf of Mexico, similar to the four previous Starships that were destroyed shortly after liftoff or while landing in the sea. The last launch in June was the most successful to date, completing its flight without exploding. Boca Chica: SpaceX launched its enormous Starship rocket on Sunday on its boldest test flight yet, striving to catch the returning booster back at the pad with mechanical arms. Towering almost 400 feet (121 metres), the empty Starship blasted off at sunrise from the southern tip of Texas near the Mexican border. It arced over the Gulf of Mexico like the four Starships before it that ended up being destroyed, either soon after liftoff or while ditching into the sea. The last one in June was the most successful…

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      Microsoft’s earnings suffer as computer sales decline

      The US technology giant, Microsoft on Tuesday said that its earnings for the recent quarter fell short of expectations as the sales of personal computers suffered due to low demand and supply delays from China. The tech firm beat market expectations with a $16.7 billion profit on $51.9 billion in revenue but fell short of the same quarter year earlier. As per the firm its sales were harmed by the high US currency which made its products more expensive in overseas markets. Prior to a pandemic, the personal computer market had been steadily declining as more people switched to smartphones and tablets, AFP reported. Dan Ives, a Wedbush analyst in a note to investors said that the decline in earnings…

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    • 27 July
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      Nokia C21 Plus With Android 11 Go Now Available In India; Check Price, Specifications

      Nokia’s latest C21 Plus has been made available in India from Tuesday across retail, E-commerce and Nokia.com. With a cost starting from just Rs 10,299, the new smartphone has many great features like the long-lasting battery capabilities that Nokia phones became famous for all those years ago. The latest mobile phone has the best combination of price and specifications, making it a favourite pocket-friendly handset to date. Speaking on the launch, Sanmeet Singh Kochhar, Vice President- India & Mena HMD Global said, “At HMD Global, we recognize what millennials want from a smartphone, and we constantly seek to deliver that with utmost quality, trust and durability. The Nokia C21 Plus is specially designed to cater to the evolving needs of…

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    • 27 July
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      Proposed bill to control digital media is worrying

      The media, the fourth pillar of democracy in India, is getting weakened every day. In terms of media independence for India’s mainstream press, the state’s influence and business and advertising reliance on the government have wreaked havoc. In such a situation, digital news in India is attempting to maintain media independence. But as the central government is all set to bring a new law during the ongoing monsoon session of Parliament to regulate digital media, it will take away the independence of digital news. Any attempt to curtail the rights of the media in India or any other country is alarming. A democracy needs a pragmatic and independent media, but it is unfortunate for India that every day the independence…

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    • 26 July
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      iPhone 12 available for under Rs 35,000 in Flipkart sale, but conditions apply

      Flipkart Big Saving Days sale is on. The sale began last week and will continue until July 27. During the sale, several smartphone models across brands are available at a massive discount. Some of the best deals are available on iPhones, including the iPhone 13, iPhone 12, and more. One of the best offers, though, is available on the iPhone 12. Note: The deal is inclusive of the exchange offer and bank offer. Let’s take a look. On Flipkart, the iPhone 12 is available for as low as Rs 33,999, which is inclusive of bank offer and exchange offer. The iPhone 12 is listed in three variants: 64GB, 128GB and 256GB storage for Rs 51,999, Rs 56,999, and Rs 74,999,…

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    • 26 July
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      Best 5G phones to buy under ₹20,000 in India

      The 5G phone we have listed offers pretty much all the features found on a high-end smartphone, excluding flagship-level processor and camera.Smartphone brands like Samsung, Realme, Xiaomi, and MI have launched 5G smartphones, starting from ₹15,000.Check out the list of 5G smartphones under ₹20,000 5G network is the future of telecom as it will provide super-fast connectivity, blazing fast internet speeds and will unlock a lot of possibilities for tech. While telecom giants such as Airtel, Vodafone, Jio, and BSNL have not rolled out 5G network, smartphone brands like Samsung, Apple, Xiaomi and others have started rolling out 5G smartphones sensing 5G deployment is around the corner. The 5G smartphones will give super-fast internet connectivity that will be beneficial for…

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    • 18 July
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      After India, US aims to crackdown on VPN service providers

      After India, the US lawmakers have now asked the Lina Khan-led Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to address abusive and deceptive data practices by hundreds of companies providing Virtual Private Network (VPN) services for individuals. A VPN is an online service that purports to give users more security when connecting to the Internet. However, said the lawmakers, the consumer VPN industry is rife with deceptive advertising and abusive data practices. The letter by Anna G. Eshoo (D-CA) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) describe several abusive practices in the consumer VPN industry, including promoting false and misleading claims about their services, selling user data and providing user activity logs to law enforcement, despite promises of ‘total anonymity,’ and a lack of oversight of…

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    • 18 July
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      iPhone 13, and other models will be available with up to Rs 20,000 discount during the Amazon Prime Day sale

      Amazon has announced the Prime Day sale. The e-commerce giant will host a Prime Day sales from July 23, which will continue until July 24. Ahead of the sale, Amazon revealed that there would be massive discounts on iPhones. The company said that it will offer up to Rs 20,000 off on iPhone models including the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Amazon hasn’t revealed the specific details of these deals yet. For the Prime Day sale, the e-commerce platform has partnered with ICICI Bank and State Bank of India to offer 10 per cent instant discount. Amazon revealed that consumers will get 10 per cent off on shopping with ICICI Bank credit or debit cards,…

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    • 17 July
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      Windows 11 new update brings notification option to Insiders

      Tech giant Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Build 22000.829 to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel that has added the ability to receive urgent notifications when focus assist is enabled. Users will also be presented with the option to update to a newer version of Windows 11 during the out-of-box experience when they first sign in, reports Windows Central. The update also includes a number of fixes and improvements. The company has provided the ability for users to consent to receive urgent notifications when focus assist is on. As per the report, Microsoft has fixed an issue that makes the tenant restrictions event logging channel inaccessible if users remove the EN-US language pack. The company has also fixed an…

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    • 16 July
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      AI-enabled robotic machines come in handy for farmers

      Hyderabad: Shortage of labour is one of the key challenges for farmers. Its associated costs are also huge. While mechanisation options are available for the big farmers, the small farmers do not have such options due to small land holdings. To address these issues, city-based XMachines has created a miniature tractor-like device that uses robotics and artificial intelligence to function as an able farm hand. The machine will bring in the required precision in the farm activities. It can be used for seed and sapling plantation, micro sprays, fertilizer sprays and other chores with precision and accuracy. “It can space the seeds or saplings as instructed,” said Trivikram Kumar D, Chief Executive Officer and Product Architect of XMachines. These can be…

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    • 16 July
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      WhatsApp CEO has warning for android users; Here’s all you need to know

      Meta-owned WhatsApp has recently found some fake versions of the application and therefore issued a strict warning to its users and requested them to not download and use such fake apps. According to Will Cathcart, the CEO of WhatsApp, users should not download these modified versions of WhatsApp since doing it might result in serious issues. The caution comes days after WhatsApp’s security research team reportedly has come across a few phony applications that claim to offer WhatsApp-like functionalities. Cathcart cautioned that hazardous applications like “Hey WhatsApp” from the developer “HeyMods” should be avoided. “These apps promised new features but were just a scam to steal personal information stored on people’s phones. We’ve shared what we found with Google and…

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