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09 Oct 2019
Aadhaar CardHere's how to link PAN and Aadhaar via different modes
December 31, 2019 is the last date to link your PAN with Aadhaar. Earlier, this deadline was September 30.
09 Oct 2019
IndiaImpact of economic slowdown 'more pronounced' in India: IMF Chief
The entire globe is facing an economic slowdown, but the effect is more pronounced in emerging economies like India, the chief of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Tuesday.
08 Oct 2019
IndiaRealme Festive Days sale: Top deals on best-selling Realme phones
The recently concluded 'Realme Festive Days' sale is back with its another edition and will be on till October 9.
07 Oct 2019
IndiaKogta Financial raises Rs. 300 crore in Series C round
Kogta Financial (India) Limited, a Jaipur-based non-banking financial company (NBFC), has raised Rs. 300 crore in Series C round of funding.
07 Oct 2019
IndiaBSNL revises Rs. 96, 118, 153 prepaid plans: Details here
BSNL has revised three of its affordable prepaid plans to reintroduce the Rs. 96 pack with lower calling benefits while adding the PRBT (personalized ring back tone) feature on the Rs. 118 and Rs. 153 plans.
07 Oct 2019
MenstruationNew advertisement questions what would happen if all men menstruated
The conversations around menstrual hygiene is slowly finding their way to common discourse. Dismantling age-old taboos and misconceptions takes its time and a period-proof underwear manufacturer, Thinx, is hoping to smoothen the process.
07 Oct 2019
IndiaOYO raising $1.5 billion from founder Ritesh Agarwal, SoftBank, others
In a major development, India's second most valuable start-up, OYO Hotels & Homes, has confirmed its plan to raise $1.5 billion in fresh funding.
07 Oct 2019
EngadgetSoon, you could have a soft, breathable raincoat: Here's how
If you've ever worn a raincoat (which I think you have), you know how uncomfortable that thing is.
07 Oct 2019
WhatsAppWhatsApp banking: Here's how you can get started
Catering to over 1.5 billion users, WhatsApp is surely one of the most popular messaging platforms in the world.
06 Oct 2019
IndiaHR tech start-up Greytip raises $4.87 million from Naukri's parent
HR tech start-up Greytip Software has raised $4.87 million in Series C round of funding.
05 Oct 2019
IndiaAmazon sale: Deals on OnePlus 7, Honor 20i, and others
Amazon has kicked-off its Fab Phones Fest in India from today. Under the sale, which ends on October 9, the e-commerce giant is offering attractive discounts on popular smartphones like OnePlus 7, Honor 20i, Redmi 7A, and others.
04 Oct 2019
IndiaHyperlocal delivery start-up Dunzo raises $45 million in Series-D round
Dunzo, a Bengaluru-based hyperlocal delivery start-up, has raised $45 million in a Series-D round of funding.
04 Oct 2019
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI cuts repo rate, slashes GDP growth estimates
On Friday, the six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.15% in its "accommodative" stance to revive growth.
03 Oct 2019
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)PMC Bank crisis: Two HDIL Directors arrested
Amid the Punjab Maharashtra Co-operative (PMC) Bank crisis, the Economic Offense Wing of the Mumbai Police arrested two directors of the real estate firm Housing Development and Infrastructure Limited, or HDIL, on Thursday.
03 Oct 2019
Reliance JioAirtel launches new 'All Channels' pack for Digital TV users
Airtel has introduced a new 'All Channels' DTH pack in India as it aims to take on Reliance's JioFiber-based Jio HomeTV service.
03 Oct 2019
Lightspeed Venture PartnersBengaluru-based Udaan raises $585 million in Series D funding
Udaan, a Bengaluru-based B2B start-up by former Flipkart executives, has raised $585 million in Series D funding round.
02 Oct 2019
Reliance JioReliance JioFiber registration: How to apply for a new connection
After a year-long spell of rumors, speculations, and leaks, Reliance Jio commercially launched its JioFiber service in India earlier last month.
02 Oct 2019
IndiaSpotify launches premium family plan in India at Rs. 179/month
Almost six months after going live in India, popular music streaming service Spotify has introduced its Premium Family plan for all the users in the country.
01 Oct 2019
AmazonUnmissable deal: Amazon to offer 4K TV at Rs. 5,555
A smart TV with 55-inch screen, 4K HDR support, and Android-based user interface. These might sound like the key specifications of newly launched OnePlus TV. However, they are not.
30 Sep 2019
FacebookFacebook Libra launch could get delayed due to regulatory concerns
The launch of Facebook's cryptocurrency Libra could get delayed beyond the scheduled target of June 2020 owing to regulatory concerns that have been raised around the world.
30 Sep 2019
Xiaomi'Diwali With Mi' sale: Top-deals on best-selling Xiaomi smartphones
To attract buyers and boost sales, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is hosting its festive season sale Diwali With Mi on its official website.
30 Sep 2019
IndiaNetflix is now trying a Freemium model in India
Just a few months after launching an entry-level plan for mobile users, streaming giant Netflix is testing another feature in India, one that provides free access to select content for a limited time.
30 Sep 2019
AmazonBuying a new laptop? Here's an attractive Amazon deal
If you are planning to buy a new laptop, now might be a good time.
29 Sep 2019
AmazonAmazon, Flipkart sale: Top deals on 55-inch 4K Android TVs
With festive season just around the corner, Amazon and Flipkart have kicked off the Great Indian Festival and The Big Billion Days sales, respectively.
28 Sep 2019
FlipkartAmazon, Flipkart sale: Top deals on best-selling flagship smartphones
In a bid to attract buyers, Amazon and Flipkart are back with their respective festive season sales, Great Indian Festival and The Big Billion Days.
28 Sep 2019
IndiaThis BSNL broadband plan offers 500GB data, free Hotstar subscription
BSNL has updated its catalog of broadband plans to introduce a new pack for its DSL as well as Bharat Fiber subscribers.
28 Sep 2019
IndiaDeadline to link PAN with Aadhaar extended to December 31
The deadline to link Permanent Account Number (PAN) with Aadhaar has been extended by three months to December 31, 2019 according to an official notification released by the Ministry of Finance today. Earlier, this deadline was September 30.
28 Sep 2019
IndiaAgain, J&K missing from Indian map in FIFA 20
EA Sports' FIFA 20 gaming title is out and it's grabbing headlines not for its life-like animations and engaging gameplay, but for showing the map of India wrong.
28 Sep 2019
IndiaFlipkart sale: Top deals on best-selling smart TVs in India
If you are planning to buy a new smart TV, now might be a good time.
27 Sep 2019
Tamil NaduAirtel downgrades Rs. 97 prepaid pack, offers 500MB data only
Airtel has revised one of its more affordable and popular prepaid packs to reduce the data benefit, but increase the number of bundled free SMSes.
26 Sep 2019
IndiaReliance Jio's plans for Prepaid, JioPhone, and International users
Reliance Jio has soared to become one of the leading telecom operators in India, thanks to its well-priced bouquet of recharge plans, free calling benefits, and perhaps the fastest 4G download speeds in the country.
26 Sep 2019
FlipkartFlipkart, Amazon festive season sale: Top deals on smartphones
With the festive season just around the corner, e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart are all set to kick off Great Indian Festival and The Big Billion Days festive season sales, respectively, from September 29.
26 Sep 2019
WhatsApp#Alert: 'Adidas free shoes' scam is circulating on WhatsApp
Last year, a scam related to Adidas surfaced online wherein the company was claimed to be giving away 3,000 pair of shoes for free as part of its 93rd anniversary.
26 Sep 2019
IndiaGSK recalls popular antacid Zinetac amid concerns over cancer-causing substance
Amid an ongoing probe into Ranitidine's reported cancer-causing impurities, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited (GSK) has recalled Ranitidine-based antacid Zinetac (150mg and 300mg) in India and other markets.
26 Sep 2019
DNAAmid vaping-related deaths, JUUL CEO Kevin Burns resigns
On Wednesday, JUUL Labs announced that its CEO, Kevin Burns, has decided to step down as the e-cigarette manufacturer faces scrutiny over the recent reports of deaths and illnesses due to vaping.
25 Sep 2019
IndiaNow, no more discounts on credit-card payments at petrol pumps
Credit card payments at petrol pumps will not get the 0.75% cashback/discount, starting from October 1.
25 Sep 2019
EPFOGovernment seeks SC/ST employee data from companies under EPFO
The Ministry of Labor and Employment has launched a survey asking companies contributing to the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) to declare the number of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) employees.
25 Sep 2019
Maruti SuzukiMaruti Suzuki reduces prices of select cars: Details here
If you're looking to buy a Maruti Suzuki car, now is the time!
25 Sep 2019
FlipkartFlipkart sale: These Google phones will get Rs. 10,000 discount
Are you planning to buy a new premium smartphone? Well, here is an unmissable deal for you.
24 Sep 2019
EPFOYour Provident Fund rate raised to 8.65% for 2018-19
On Tuesday, the Labor Ministry notified 8.65% interest rate on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) for the 2018-19 financial year.
