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"AI cannot exist in a vacuum. Deep investments are being made in infrastructure development: Google executives announce the company's $15 billion commitment to an India data center powerhouse. "
Many tech companies' fortunes are directly tied to AI technology, and billions of dollars have been invested in building the AI infrastructure. However, a top Google executive has denied that artificial intelligence is in a bubble, despite growing voices in Silicon Valley and Wall Street suggesting that a bubble may be forming and could eventually burst."It cannot just be a bubble when you consider the magnitude of the money coming in from the entire ecosystem. The construction of AI infrastructure is a significant financial commitment. The process is self-fulfilling. At an event in Delhi on Tuesday, Karan Bajwa, President of Google Cloud, Asia Pacific, told IndianExpress.com, "We are developing capabilities, building infrastructure, bringing them to market, and customers are using them."Following the announcement of a $15 billion investment by the Mountain View, California-based corporation to construct data center capacity for a new AI hub in Andhra Pradesh, the CEO made these remarks. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw of Electronics & Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting attended the high-profile event in Delhi.The Visakhapatnam data center will become Google's largest AI hub outside of the US after the investment is implemented over the course of the following five years.
Published 14 Oct 2025 09:14 PM
Keep music out of your ears rather than in them with SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2.
Given how many calls we have to answer, we all spend a lot of time between earphones. We also try to relax by taking walks and running while listening to music or podcasts. Since noise-cancelling devices literally create a vacuum in the canal, our ears are not really designed to handle in-ear audio.This explains why some people, at the very least, favor open-ear headphones and earbuds that allow for natural music listening without isolating you from the outside world. The alternative strategy is used by SHOKZ, a company that produces open-ear headphones that provide sound without causing any damage to the ear canals by using bone conduction technology. The SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2 maintains your ear canals entirely open while producing high-quality audio through the use of bone conduction and air conduction technology. You can simultaneously hear music and your surroundings thanks to this "open-ear" design, which is especially helpful for safety when running and cycling.
Published 13 Oct 2025 05:31 PM
I gave the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold a try… I am now convinced that I don’t need multiple devices
After a month of work-related travel to four major US cities, I returned to India and realized that managing three phones, a laptop, a tablet, a handheld console, and over-ear headphones was no longer feasible for me. It could be overwhelming at times – flying from one city to another, undergoing numerous security checks, and constantly fearing that a device might be left behind. This journey prompted me to reconsider the limits of excess, particularly given that I was going to consecutive tech events in various locations. It seems that I have at last come to understand that juggling several devices is simply not for me. For tech journalists, it is now far more sensible to have a single device, such as the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Though foldables are not yet mainstream (their high cost keeps them out of reach for most consumers), in my experience, the phone-tablet duo does provide a difference compared to carrying a separate phone and tablet; In addition, the user experience appears to have enhanced.While the Pixel 10 Pro Fold may appear similar to last year’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold that I reviewed, it boasts significant enhancements including a larger battery, a quicker Tensor G5 chip, upgraded cameras, improved displays, water resistance for folding phones, and enhanced integration with Google’s Gemini AI tools. It didn’t take me long to adapt to the folding Pixel 10 Pro Fold, which felt more polished and personal, but switching from my iPhone to the Google phone was still a challenge.
Published 09 Oct 2025 04:24 PM
OpenAI DevDay 2025: ChatGPT introduces apps, AgentKit for developers, and cost-effective GPT models
The third edition of the DevDay developer conference has been concluded by OpenAI. This year’s conference was a mixed bag, with some new and useful features alongside incremental upgrades, in contrast to last year when OpenAI did not conduct any major product launches. It appears that OpenAI may be working to develop ChatGPT into a fully realized AI-powered operating system. Additionally, the company launched two new, more affordable real-time voice models, a developer toolkit named AgentKit, and introduced apps within ChatGPT. Take a quick glance at all the announcements OpenAI made at DevDay 2025.OpenAI CEO Sam Altman unveiled AgentKit, a robust toolkit aimed at simplifying the creation and implementation of AI agents, in an exciting announcement at the recent Dev Day event. Altman explained, “AgentKit is a comprehensive set of resources on the open AI platform designed to assist developers in moving their agents from initial concept to full-scale production.” This effort forms part of OpenAI’s wider strategy to boost developer engagement by simplifying the process of building agents. With the introduction of AgentKit, OpenAI demonstrates its dedication to maintaining competitiveness in a fast-changing environment, where numerous AI platforms are working to offer integrated solutions for developing autonomous agents that can manage intricate tasks. A key highlight of the event was the introduction of a feature that allows users to build applications right within ChatGPT, which has recently reached an astonishing 800 million weekly active users.
Published 07 Oct 2025 09:09 PM
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Uttar Pradeshs Sarathi app was shut down for maintenance.
Every RTO in Uttar Pradesh is experiencing operational disruptions, and staff are working to quickly resolve the situation.According to regional transport office (RTO) authorities on Friday, maintenance work on Sarathi software, which is used for processing work under the Union transport ministry, has disrupted the operation of processing driving licenses throughout Uttar Pradesh, including in Noida, since Thursday. Between 300 and 350 persons visit the Noida regional transport office on a daily basis, according to officials, seeking licenses and other related work."Vahan, a program for vehicle registration, and Sarathi, a program for driving licenses, are the two primary apps. We learned from Lucknow that Sarathi will be undergoing some maintenance from Thursday at 10 a.m. until Saturday at noon, according to Siyaram Verma, the assistant regional transport officer (ARTO-administration) for Gautam Budh Nagar."Activities related to driving licenses, like obtaining a learners' permit, a primary license, renewing a license abroad, changing one's name or address, etc., have ceased," Verma stated. "I had no idea that the website was being maintained. The application was down, an official told me when I arrived to the RTO in Noida after traveling 35 kilometers," said Greater Noida resident Rajesh Yadav."The affected work is present in all Uttar Pradesh RTOs. An RTO representative stated, "Our specialists are working to fix the application as quickly as feasible.
Zomatos Latest Feature Now Enables Users To Make Healthier Decisions
SUMMARY: Using this new function, customers can be gently persuaded to select healthier options, preventing them from subsequently regretting their decision. Additionally, the company increased its platform cost to INR 5 per order last month from INR 4 previously. Zomato also revealed its fourth consecutive profitable quarter earlier in May.Zomato, the foodtech behemoth, has launched a new feature that will assist its consumers in choosing healthier options. This comes only a few days after the company extended its priority delivery services to Delhi, Hyderabad, and Pune.By using this new tool, customers can be gently encouraged to choose healthier options when placing their orders, helping them to avoid regretting their decisions later.Deepinder Goyal, the CEO and founder of Zomato, made the news on X."We just released a new function on Zomato – gently assisting our users in making healthier choices,” the post stated. First off, we've started recommending roti in place of naans."We just released a new function on Zomato – gently assisting our users in making healthier choices,” the post stated. First off, we've started recommending roti in place of naans."We have received tremendously favorable feedback for this functionality, and we are seeing a 7% attach rate for these recommendations. We intend to expand this soon to include additional meals and categories. For instance, when you add a dessert to your basket, we may suggest lower-calorie dessert options if you are in the mood for one," it stated.Zomato is also getting ready to add more meals and categories to this functionality. For example, when a user adds dessert to their cart, they may be shown alternatives with fewer calories if they are craving it. In addition, the company increased its platform fee from INR 4 to INR 5 each order last month. Zomato also revealed its fourth consecutive profitable quarter earlier in May. In the quarter that concluded on March 31 of the financial year 2023–24 (FY24), the company's consolidated profit after tax increased by 26.8% to INR 175 Cr from INR 138 Cr in the previous quarter. From INR 3,288 Cr in Q3 FY24 to INR 3,562 Cr during the quarter, operating revenue increased by more than 8%. On a quarterly basis, Zomato observed a decrease in the GOV of their meal delivery service. During the quarter under review, its GOV decreased from INR 8,486 Cr to INR 8,439 Cr. Yet, GOV increased 28% year over year.
These devices—which range from docks to summer break chargers—make working remotely easier.
My office and home workspaces are both tidy, which helps me concentrate on my work with less interruptions. when it is understandable that one cannot anticipate the same degree of comfort in outdoor settings, some technology can support productivity when on the go. These consist of an external storage device, a connectivity dock with several ports, a power strip, and a universal charging adaptor with multiple power outlets. Let's investigate how each of them helps to maximize productivity whilst on the road.One of the hardest things to do when traveling is to make sure all of your electronics are charged. This is true even though the majority of public spaces and the public transportation system include power outlets, as most of them are frequently utilized. Furthermore, until you have the necessary tools, you are unable to use the supplied power socket to charge numerous devices. These devices could be a multi-port charging adaptor that supports fast charging or a power strip.To control several electronic devices at once, a power strip is necessary. It makes sure you can charge and use several devices without having to look for extra outlets, which is especially helpful in locations with spotty electrical access.For those in need of a small, portable power accessory, there are charging adaptors with many connections available. It's important to remember that charging adapters lack power outlets and only have USB ports (USB-A and USB-C). Therefore, as long as the source devices enable USB interface-based charging, these can be utilized to simultaneously power up or charge many devices. Although the power strips and multi-port charging adaptors mentioned above meet your needs for power and charging when traveling inside the country, they might not be the best choice when traveling abroad due to the use of different plugs and sockets in other countries. Here's where adapters for universal charging come in handy. You can connect to several socket types and charge many devices at once with a universal charging adaptor that has multiple power-out connections, so you can always have power on hand.
Today in Mumbai, there are two massive rallies PM Modi at Shivaji Park, INDIA bloc, and Arvind Kejriwal at BKC.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will continue his campaign trail across the Hindi heartland state of Uttar Pradesh, where over half of the 80 Lok Sabha seats are up for grabs in the final three phases. This state is crucial to the BJP's chances. He will speak at three rallies in the constituencies of Barabanki, Fatehpur, and Hamirpur on Friday.After that, he will go to Mumbai, where he will speak at a rally at Shivaji Park alongside Union Minister of State Ramdas Athawale, MNS leader Raj Thackeray, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, and Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde. Three of the city's seats are being contested by the BJP, and the remaining three by Shinde's Shiv Sena.
Serum Institute gains 20% in a non-needle tech startup WholeMedical
For an unknown sum, vaccine leader Serum Institute of India has purchased a 20% investment in medical device startup IntegriMedical to promote needle-free injection technology.According to a business statement, the technology helps patients who are afraid of needles by promoting patient compliance, decreasing needle-stick injuries, and improving the effectiveness of liquid medication through needle-free dispersion.After purchasing SCHOTT Kaisha's Indian partner in August 2021, Serum Institute of India (SII), which has been investing in backend businesses, was able to secure the company's supply of pharmaceutical packaging items, which include vials, syringes, ampoules, and cartridges required to package life-saving medication.According to the note, IntegriMedical has created the US-patented needle-free injection system (N-FIS), which uses a high-velocity jet stream and mechanical power to deliver medications and biologics reliably and efficiently. Without providing a timeframe, it was stated that N-FIS will be made available in the Indian private market, providing patients and healthcare professionals with an alternative to conventional needle-based injections.The Chief Executive of SII, Adar Poonawalla, stated that the organization was always looking for ways to invest in technologies that complemented its goals. "We envision a needle-free solution to deliver vaccines and believe that Integral's Needle-Free Injection Systems represent a significant advancement in drug delivery," he stated, going on to say that it would "potentially revolutionize the way we administer vaccines."The investment, according to IntegriMedical's managing director Sarvesh Mutha, is evidence of the promise of NFIS technology and its capacity to completely transform medicine delivery. He continued by saying that SII's experience in vaccine production and international distribution would contribute to the technology's increased accessibility for patients everywhere. IntegriMedical's N-FIS is ISO 13485 certified and has obtained numerous regulatory approvals, including those from the CE (Europe) and CDSCO (India). The message further stated that the technology is patented in the United States. Additionally, it maintains manufacturing and research facilities in Hong Kong, India, and the United States. Ankur Naik, MD, of IntegriMedical, has played a key role in the N-FIS technology's development and clinical studies.
Bitcoin, Ether, and the Majority of Altcoins See Losses Todays Crypto Price; Tether and Iota See Minor Gains
Bitcoin's trading value on Indian platforms like CoinDCX and CoinSwitch is currently $66,124 (about Rs. 55 lakh), after a one percent decline.On Wednesday, May 15, the cryptocurrency chart showed losses next to the majority of cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin's trading value on Indian platforms like CoinDCX and CoinSwitch is currently $66,124 (about Rs. 55 lakh), after a one percent decline. Conversely, the most costly cryptocurrency asset is now trading at a marginally lower price of $61,945 (about Rs. 51 lakh) on foreign markets. The majority of cryptocurrencies saw losses in the last 24 hours as a result of BTC's inability to maintain the gains from the previous day.On Wednesday, ether lost 1.48 percent of its value. As a result, its prices on domestic and foreign exchanges are $3,083 (about Rs. 2.57 lakh) and $2,902 (about Rs. 2.42 lakh), respectively.Technically speaking, the price behavior of BTC and ETH is still erratic; they are trading in a range and both sides are seeing liquidations. Although there has been mixed price activity overall and neutral funding rates, both cryptocurrencies are sitting at important support levels. The CoinDCX markets team informed Gadgets360 that the US CPI figures released today would be very important to follow because they are predicted to have a big effect on the market.
In his electoral papers, PM Modi states that his assets equal ₹3 crore; EC claims BJP
The affidavit he has on the Election Commission website states that the value of his movable assets is ₹3,02,06,889. The majority of this is in the form of over ₹2.85 crore in fixed deposits with the State Bank of India.14 hours priorIn his poll affidavit on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi disclosed that he possesses assets of Rs. 3.02 crore. This affidavit is a part of the paperwork that must be submitted in order to run for office in India.The Prime Minister's holdings consist of investments as well as both immovable and mobile possessions. When comparing the declarations made by PM Modi in 2014 and 2019, his assets have increased. The Association for Democratic Reform said that in 2014, he disclosed assets worth Rs 1.66 crore, however in 2019 he declared assets worth Rs 2.51 crore.Four gold rings totaling Rs 2.67 lakh are among PM Modi's holdings in gold. He has also made investments in National Savings Certificates totaling Rs 9.12 lakh. From 7.61 lakh in 2019, this investment in NSC has increased by almost two lakh.Furthermore, according to the 2024 affidavit, the Prime Minister has 2.85 crore in bank fixed deposits (FDs).Modi possesses Rs 52,920 in cash, as per the document submitted by the leader of the BJP.Jashodaben has been declared the PM's spouse. According to Modi, he graduated from Gujarat University with an M.A. According to the statement, he graduated from Delhi University's school of arts in 1978. It went on to say that in 1967, he cleared the Gujarat board SSC exam.Although Modi has declared "interest from bank" and "salary from government" as his sources of income, his wife's income is listed as "not known".The Prime Minister began his day with prayers at the Kaal Bhairav shrine and Dashashwamedh Ghat before submitting his nomination. He offered the Ganga aarti at the ghat amid the chanting of Vedic mantras, and then took a boat to the Namo Ghat. Alongside Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Prime Minister Modi made his way to the Kaal Bhairav temple to offer prayers. Visit this link to learn more: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/lok-sabha/india/pm-modi-declares-total-assets-worth-rs-3-02-crore-in-poll-affidavit/articleshow/110119535.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppstBefore submitting his nomination, Modi wrote in Hindi on X, "My relationship with my Kashi is amazing, inseparable and incomparable... all I can say is that it cannot be expressed in words!"The prime minister went to the Kaal Bhairav shrine before filing his nomination at the Varanasi collectorate. When Modi turned in his papers, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and two of the four proposers of the prime minister's candidacy were there.
2024 Social Media Facts You Should Be Aware Of
Our everyday lives now revolve around social media, but how much do we actually know about it? There are millions of facts regarding social media that are frequently overlooked, from the platforms we use to the effects it has on our mental health.Social media is used by over 5.4 billion people globally, demonstrating how much of an impact it has on how we connect and communicate with one another. But not everything we read or see online is accurate or trustworthy.We'll look at some fascinating and significant social media facts in this blog that are worthwhile learning. Knowing these things can help you develop a more responsible and successful social media strategy, regardless of how active you are on the platform.Furthermore, having this knowledge is not sufficient for marketers who want to properly manage their social media accounts. What more needs to be a part of your marketing plan? A scheduler for social media. It saves you time and guarantees your audience sees your content consistently by letting you plan, schedule, and automate your posts across several platforms.
Ankush Aggarwal Returns To Ola Cabs Ride-Hailing Business Amid Restructuring
Ankush Aggarwal, brother of Ola Cabs founder Bhavish Aggarwal, has rejoined the ride-hailing company following a period with Ola Electric amid organizational changes at Ola Cabs.Ankush Aggarwal is a member of the "CXO team," as the top executive group is internally called.This action follows the resignation of Hemant Bakshi, the company's CEO, a few months after he joined the startup.Bakshi quit his job a month ago. Even though he left Hindustan Unilever to join Ola Cabs in September 2023, the firm announced his appointment in January of this year.According to ET, Aggarwal will have a variety of duties at Ola Cabs, similar to what he did at the manufacturer of electric vehicles. He is also scheduled to take up the position of CEO of Ola Financial Services.He was Ola Electric's chief business officer.Ola has been contacted by Inc42 to provide feedback on the development. The response will determine how the story is updated. It is important to remember that Ola Cabs and Ola Financial Services are separate entities from Ola Electric Mobility, which was established by Bhavish Aggarwal, and are under the ownership of ANI Technologies.In addition to Ankush Aggarwal, whose loan startup Avail Finance was purchased by ANI Technologies in 2022, other executives on the CXO team include Sidharth Shakdher, chief business officer, and Kartik Gupta, chief financial officer. Gupta and Shakdher have both worked with Ola Cabs for a short time—less than 1.5 years.According to the article, Bhavish Aggarwal is likely to take the lead in the business following these modifications and is reportedly focused on making a profit. The current management at the company will collaborate with Bhavish Aggarwal, who is basically back reviewing the daily statistics of the ride-hailing service, an insider told ET. In India, Ola Cabs, which was established in 2010, is a competitor of Uber and BluSmart. The business has let go of workers in two rounds of layoffs in the previous two years prior to Bakshi's resignation. It let go of 200 workers from Ola Cabs, Ola Electric, and Ola Financial Services in January of last year. From INR 1,522.3 Cr in the prior fiscal year to INR 772.2 Cr in FY23, ANI Technologies' consolidated net loss almost halved. From INR 1,970.4 Cr in FY22 to INR 2,799.3 Cr in FY23, operating revenue increased by 42%. Ola Cabs recently stated that, in contrast to an EBITDA loss of INR 66 Cr in the same period last year, its India mobility division broke even with "segment-adjusted" EBITDA of over INR 250 Cr in FY23. The
There are rumors that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have three rear cameras.
In January, Samsung released the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which sports a 200-megapixel quad rear camera configuration. According to an early rumor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a significant camera redesign next year. Samsung is reportedly testing a flagship smartphone with three rear cameras rather than four for the following year. The current phone's 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom may not be included in the future iteration. The basic 200-megapixel sensor will probably remain.Samsung is reportedly testing the Galaxy S25 Ultra with three rear cameras: a primary sensor, an ultra-wide device, and a periscope zoom system, according to tipster Sperandio4Tech (@ISAQUES81) on X. According to rumors, the company that makes the flagship smartphone for 2019 will not have the 10-megapixel 3x optical zoom telephoto sensor. This hardware would differ significantly from its predecessors. A 200-megapixel wide camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide shooter, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens with a 5x optical zoom, and a 10-megapixel telephoto shooter with a 3x optical zoom comprise the Galaxy S24 Ultra's quad rear camera configuration. The 200-megapixel primary camera of the rumored Galaxy S25 Ultra prototype is said to remain unchanged, while light-capture efficiency may be enhanced. It is expected to have the same 12-megapixel ultrawide lens, and at this prototyping level, alterations are not possible. We are testing the periscope camera with a huge sensor and variable zoom. Two fixed focal lengths—one between 4x and 5x zoom and the other between 6x and 7x zoom—are being tested by Samsung with the periscope camera.
Market for lubricants to grow well. EVs present both opportunities and challenges, said Gulf Oil Indias CEO.
The Managing Director and CEO of Gulf Oil India, Ravi Chawla, spoke on how to handle the danger posed by electric vehicles, the company's EV acquisitions, and how lubricants may increase fuel efficiency. Revised passages:The increasing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), which run on batteries rather than engines, poses a danger to petroleum-based lubricants used in internal combustion engines (ICE). Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd, a prominent participant in the domestic lubricants market, is valued at approximately Rs 4,500 crore on stock exchanges and is a subsidiary of Gulf Oil International, which is owned by the Hinduja Group. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Oil India, Ravi Chawla, discussed the company's EV acquisitions, how to navigate the EV threat, and how lubricants may improve fuel efficiency with Aggam Walia. Revised passages: The lubricant market is expected to increase significantly, at least in Asia and India. Lubricants typically expand at a rate of half of the car growth rate, which is approximately 7-8% volume growth. According to a recent Klein study, even at the present rate of EV penetration, the lubricant industry will expand by 3% in volume over the next ten years. We anticipate slightly faster growth, so there shouldn't be any issues over the next ten to twelve years. In actuality, EVs won't have an impact on 75% of the lubricants used in industry, construction, and autos today. We see EV penetration as a challenge as well as an opportunity. The first chance is
Sidhi Dalmia, a former executive at Goldman Sachs, joins VCats Syndicate Fund as a founding partner and co-leader.
Sidhi Dalmia, a senior executive at Goldman Sachs, has joined Mumbai-based Venture Catalysts as a founding partner and co-lead for their recently formed syndicate fund, VC Grid.In addition to Goldman Sachs, Dalmia has several executive roles at The Chesapeake Group, Bennett, Coleman & Co., Sumedha Fiscal Services, and Srei Group.She has worked in a number of major cities, including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Kolkata, and New York.According to the venture capital firm, Dalmia has played a pivotal role in propelling the establishment of VC Grid in recent months and solidifying its value proposition in the investment landscape.According to the company statement, she has coordinated fundraising efforts across a variety of industries, including technology, retail, FMCG, logistics, distressed assets, and infrastructure. She has also negotiated cross-border M&A transactions, facilitated venture capital investments, and given strategic advice to startups."She combines her financial acumen and leadership skills with a wealth of experience and knowledge in venture capital, early-stage investments, and creating sustainable enterprises. As we want to increase the value for family offices, legacy companies, and entrepreneurs, we are excited to collaborate with her," stated Apoorva Ranjan Sharna, managing director and founder of Venture Catalysts++.Family offices, corporate VCs, and U-HNIs make up the VC Grid network, which is dedicated to funding high-alpha projects from seed to Series A, with an investment range of $500K to $1.5M. Apart from providing financial support, the community also hopes to provide entrepreneurs with market access and commercial prospects by utilizing the combined knowledge and assets of its member investors. Venture Catalysts plans to conclude investment for VC Grid later this year with a total corpus of INR 900 Cr (about $110 Mn), according to a report published earlier this month by Inc42. Sources said at the time that the syndicate planned to bring the total number of limited partners to 100 by year's end, with 32 family offices already on board.
Arrow will be the name of HMDs first smartphone in India; HMD Pulse may undergo a rebranding.
The business HMD Global, which is most renowned for making smartphones under the Nokia name, is about to release its first device under the HMD brand in India. The Finnish company has officially verified the device's name ahead of its official introduction. The name was selected by the brand via an X contest. Rumor has it that the forthcoming HMD phone will launch as a rebranded version of the HMD Pulse, which has been on sale in Europe for the past month. In the US, the HMD Pulse is anticipated to debut as the HMD Vibe.In addition to announcing the release of its first smartphone in India last week, HMD India also asked fans to contribute names for the device through a contest on X called #HMDNameOurSmartphone. Numerous suggestions for names from the audience, like Indhumanoid, Manbha, Naruto, Brahmos, and others, show that this unique marketing approach has garnered notice. The Rajasthan Royals IPL Team's X handle appears to indicate that the brand has now decided to go with the name Arrow. For the T20 season this year, the company is the official smartphone partner of the Indian Premier League franchise. It is confirmed that the phone will launch in the nation in the coming weeks.Anticipated release date for the HMD Arrow is an entry-level smartphone. It might be the HMD Pulse with a different name. The latter was first offered for EUR 140 (about Rs. 12,460) in Europe. Dreamy Pink, Atmos Blue, and Meteor Black are the available color options.It is expected that the HMD Arrow would share the same specs as the HMD Pulse. The 6.65-inch HD+ (720x1,612 pixels) LCD screen on the Pulse, which is powered by Android 14, has a peak brightness of 600 nits and a refresh rate of 90 Hz. It is powered by a 12nm, eight-core Unisoc T606 CPU. It features an 8-megapixel front-facing camera in addition to a 13-megapixel rear camera.
Google Chrome Updated With Fix for Severe Zero-Day Vulnerability Taken Advantage of by Cybercriminals
The search engine behemoth announced that Google Chrome has been updated with remedies for a zero-day security weakness that was being actively exploited in the wild. When a user accesses a maliciously created website, a component in Chrome that produces web content on the user's screen is vulnerable, which gives attackers access to the user's machine. To stay safe, Chrome users on desktop computers using any version of the browser must make sure it is updated to the most recent version.As per the information provided by the business in a blog post, a security weakness with a severity rating of 'High' has been fixed in the most recent stable versions of Google Chrome for Linux, macOS, and Windows. Google reports that it has corrected a publicly known vulnerability (CVE-2024-4671) that affects the Chrome Visuals component and was discovered by an unidentified outside researcher.By exploiting a use after free vulnerability, an attacker could gain access to out-of-bounds memory when a user accesses a webpage that has been maliciously designed. They would be able to access and control the system, as well as retrieve data remotely, thanks to this.It's noteworthy that Google adds in its blog post that it "is aware that an exploit for CVE-2024-4671 exists in the wild." Hence, users must ensure that Chrome is installed on the most recent stable version, which is version 124.0.6367.201/.202 for Windows and macOS and version 124.0.6367.201 for Linux systems.
iQoo Neo 9s Pro+ Specifications Leak: Exposing RAM, Storage, Display Dimensions, and More
The Neo 9s Pro+ and Neo 9s Pro models in the iQoo Neo 9s Pro series are expected to be released shortly. Though the Neo 9s series has long been the subject of rumors, new information has surfaced indicating that the Neo 9s will become a series with the release of not one, but two models. These are anticipated to follow the release of the iQoo Neo 9 Pro, which was just announced in India. The alleged specifications of the iQoo Neo 9 Pro, which would be among the first smartphones to be equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset, are also revealed in the same report. Now, a tipster on has provided more information regarding the more costly model, the iQoo Neo 9s Pro+.The information was leaked on Weibo by tipster Digital Chat Station, who posted various facts regarding the future smartphone. The same insider had previously disclosed that the unannounced smartphone would ship with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. The tipster states in his most recent article that the iQoo Neo 9s Pro+ will be introduced later this year and marketed as a mid-range (or premium, in India) handset. This implies that the two phones might not be released simultaneously.The 6.78-inch display on the iQoo Neo 9s Pro+ will have a refresh rate of 144 Hz and a resolution of 1.5K (2800 x 1260 pixels), according to the source. Additionally, the gadget will provide DC dimming and pulse width modulation (PWM) at 2160Hz.This device will reportedly come in two varieties and have a 50-megapixel primary camera. The first one has 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, while the second one has 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. Additionally, according to the leak, the phone will have a distinct graphics co-processor, similar to the iQoo 12, which features a unique Q1 supercomputing chip that complements Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 microprocessor. Given that it will feature a top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC at the higher end of the mid-range globally or at the lower end of the premium category (assuming it comes to India), the source expects the phone to be priced extremely competitively.The Neo 9 Pro smartphone from iQoo, which featured a two-tone vegan leather rear panel, was released earlier this year in India. The, which is presently available for Rs. 34,999, includes iQoo's Q1 coprocessor in addition to a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 microprocessor. With a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen and 256GB of internal storage, it is outfitted with 12GB of RAM. With a proprietary charger, the phone allows for 120W cable charging and has a 5,160mAh battery.
Advertisers may design advertising more easily with Metas latest generative AI features.
On May 8, Facebook's parent company Meta expanded its paid verification program and revealed new generative AI-based advertising tools to help businesses grow.The massive social networking site has given advertisers access to full-image and text production tools to enable them produce ads more quickly and develop a variety of ad versions that will boost ad performance.With text overlay capabilities, businesses can now develop whole image variations based on the original advertising creative. The prior features of enlarging photos to better fit numerous surfaces and creating new backgrounds surrounding product photographs—first presented in October 2023—are now enhanced.According to the company, the picture expansion feature—which enables companies to modify creative assets to match various aspect ratios on various surfaces—will now be accessible on Reels and Feed on Facebook and Instagram. As a result, advertisers are able to create ads for various formats in a more efficient manner.For example, a coffee company promoting a cup of coffee can utilize this functionality to generate additional background variations, such as ones that represent a lovely farm, and can even modify the coffee cup to give more imaginative designs. According to Meta, in the upcoming months, advertisers will also be able to specify their preferred images through text prompts.Additionally, businesses will be able to add text overlay to AI-generated photos, giving them the choice of twelve of the most well-liked font typefaces.Marketers will be able to produce headline variations for their ads in addition to the main text thanks to the new text generating capabilities. By stressing the major selling points based on their past campaigns and the language inputs from businesses, Meta said the company is currently testing the generated text's ability to replicate the voice and tone of the brands.According to the firm, new functionalities will soon be developed using Meta's most recent large language model, Llama 3, which will enhance ad performance and yield suggestions of a higher caliber.By the end of the year, Meta hopes to have these generative AI features available globally, having begun to roll them out to marketers.The Advantage+ creative function, which automatically optimizes the images and videos to versions that the brand's audience is more likely to interact with, will make these features available in the company's Ads Manager."By bringing all of the generative AI features together in one place, businesses will be able to see the benefits of automation and generative AI at the same time" according to the business.
Kareena is pleased to be a national ambassador for UNICEF India.
UNICEF India has named Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan as its national ambassador. Her longstanding affiliation with the organization since 2014, during which she has acted as a Celebrity Advocate, is recognized with this esteemed status.Young Advocates: Supporting a Range of Issues UNICEF India announced the appointment of Kareena along with the introduction of its inaugural class of Youth Advocates, four exceptional persons who will act as peer leaders and advocates for important issues impacting children and youth. The causes that the Youth Advocates are fighting for are: Gauranshi Sharma from Madhya Pradesh, advocating for the right to play and disability inclusion. Uttar Pradesh native Kartik Verma is an advocate for child rights and climate action. Nahid Afrin from Assam, raising awareness about mental health and early childhood development. Vinisha Umashankar from Tamil Nadu, a budding innovator and STEM pioneer.Kareena's dedication to the rights of children Kareena Kapoor Khan's commitment to the rights and wellbeing of children is demonstrated by her affiliation with UNICEF India. She has given her voice to numerous projects as a Celebrity Advocate, bringing attention to topics including child safety, nutrition, and education. As she assumes her new position as National Ambassador, Kareena is well-positioned to further up her efforts and use her powerful platform to make a significant difference in the lives of children in India and around the world.Youth Empowerment and Change-Driven UNICEF India's selection of Youth Advocates is a great step in empowering youth and recognizing their ability to effect positive change. In addition to serving as an inspiration to their peers, these advocates will help shape programs and policies that deal with the urgent issues that young people face. Kareena Kapoor Khan and the Youth Advocates will work diligently to guarantee that every child's rights are upheld and their voices are heard, forming a strong team.Children's Better Future Kareena Kapoor Khan and the Youth Advocates represent a fresh commitment to UNICEF India's great goal, which is to uphold the rights and welfare of children. The group wants to give children a better future where their rights, safety, and growth are respected and valued via their combined efforts. Kareena Kapoor Khan's impact and her passion for children's rights will surely encourage others to join the campaign as she sets off on her new adventure, causing a ripple effect that reverberates throughout the country and beyond.
Why Indian fashion designers are conspicuously absent from the Met Gala 2024 event
The Chairman of the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and the creator of the immensely popular Papa Don't Preach, Shubhika Sharma, discuss the concerns of the Indian fashion community regarding their underrepresentation at the Met 2024.Celebrities from India, such as Priyanka Chopra, Isha Ambani, Deepika Padukone, and Alia Bhatt, have been raising the nation's prominence internationally over the past several years. But with all of the feathered dreams and sequined masterpieces, our rich fashion history is mainly missing.Designer Ridhi Mehra claims that due to persistent misconceptions that Indian fashion is only associated with traditional or ethnic dress, India's presence at the Met Gala has been restricted, despite a few celebrities donning traditional Indian clothing or accessories. Mehra stated, "Even though Indian fashion is immensely inventive and varied, changing these misconceptions on a global level may take some time and focused work from both designers and industry stakeholders. "The essay by Susan Sontag served as the inspiration for the 2019 theme Camp: Notes on Fashion, which appeared perfect for designer Manish Arora's exuberant designs. His distinctive look, which is renowned for its opulence and vivacity, wonderfully encapsulated the spirit of "camp." Not to be outdone, Arora dressed Australian actor Keiynan Lonsdale in a stunning gown that flowed from a neon green full-sleeved bodice and was embellished with 1,500 hand-embroidered butterflies in his typical colorful colors. The final flourish? That year, Arora's famous circus outfit was even on show at the Costume Institute exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, which is a real high point for any designer.We saw socialite Natasha Poonawalla dressed in a custom gold sari by designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee for 2022's In America: A Lexicon of Fashion. This was a historic first for a sari's one and only Met Gala debut. However, Naomi Campbell did dress in an uncommon vintage Chanel outfit inspired by saris for the 2023 Karl Lagerfeld tribute.
