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05 Nov 2019
IndiaExam-prep app Gradeup raises $7 million from Times Internet
Gradeup, an ed-tech start-up that provides online test preparation courses for various competitive entrance and government exams, has raised $7 million in Series A round of funding from Times Internet.
05 Nov 2019
IndiaNow, apply for instant e-PAN using Aadhaar. Here's how
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, ten-digit alphanumeric identity issued by the Income Tax department to all taxpaying entities in India.
05 Nov 2019
MicrosoftMicrosoft Japan tests 4-day workweeks; productivity increases by 40%
In Japan, notorious for its deadly overworking culture, Microsoft recently tested a four-day workweek without cutting pay.
05 Nov 2019
FacebookFacebook changes its logo to show it owns WhatsApp, Instagram
In a major move, Facebook has changed its corporate branding to better reflect the products that are owned by the company.
05 Nov 2019
IndiaVernacular news aggregator start-up Lokal raises $3 million
Lokal, a Bengaluru-based local content aggregator that serves news to vernacular audiences based on their location, has raised $3 million in a new round of funding.
04 Nov 2019
AmazonNow, you can book movie tickets on Amazon: Here's how
Amazon India has partnered with popular entertainment ticketing website BookMyShow to sell movie tickets on its platform.
04 Nov 2019
BBCMcDonald's fires CEO Steve Easterbrook over 'consensual relationship' with employee
McDonald's has fired CEO Steve Easterbrook over a consensual relationship he had with an employee, the fast-food company announced on Sunday.
03 Nov 2019
Bharti AirtelBSNL introduces triple play broadband plans in some Indian cities
Upping the ante against private players like Reliance JioFiber and Bharti Airtel, BSNL has introduced triple play plans in some Indian cities to bundle broadband, landline, and cable TV services in one pack.
03 Nov 2019
IndiaFive ways to check your Employees' Provident Fund balance
As is common knowledge, Employees' Provident Fund is a mandatory contribution from the salaries of professionals.
03 Nov 2019
DiwaliReliance Jio extends Rs. 699 JioPhone Diwali offer till November
Reliance's JioPhone Diwali offer, which was announced last month around the festive time, has been extended till November-end.
02 Nov 2019
IndiaHow Apple TV+ fares against competitors in India?
Apple TV+ has gone live in over 100 countries around the globe including India. The iPhone maker's new streaming service takes on popular OTT platforms with a bunch of original shows for which the tech giant has spent over $6 billion (roughly Rs. 43,000 crore).
02 Nov 2019
PaytmThese Jio prepaid plans are available with Rs. 50 discount
Just days after introducing new "All-in-One" prepaid plans, Reliance Jio has started offering an attractive discount on select options.
01 Nov 2019
GoogleGoogle acquires wearables brand Fitbit for $2.1 billion
Google has announced that it has "entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fitbit," a leading manufacturer of fitness trackers and smartwatches, for approximately $2.1 billion.
01 Nov 2019
JapanBus aggregator start-up Shuttl raises $18 million in funding
Shuttl, a Gurugram-based bus aggregator that promises to make daily commute safe, reliable, and affordable for everyone, has raised $18 million in Series C round of funding.
01 Nov 2019
IndiaA Singaporean company bought (unicorn) ShopClues for peanuts
ShopClues, a once-popular marketplace in India's online shopping space, has been acquired by Singapore-based e-commerce platform Qoo10 in an all-stock deal.
01 Nov 2019
Bharti AirtelAirtel revises broadband plans, offers 1Gbps speed and unlimited data
Bharti Airtel has announced new broadband plans under the 'Airtel Xstream Fiber' service, as it looks to up the ante against Reliance's JioFiber.
01 Nov 2019
Bank of BarodaFisdom raises $11 million from fintech giant PayU and others
Fisdom, a Bengaluru-based wealth management start-up that offers investment advisory services through its mobile application, has raised $11 million in a fresh round of funding.
31 Oct 2019
Reliance JioFiberHow MTNL's 1Gbps broadband plans fare against JioFiber, Airtel V-Fiber
Taking on the likes of Reliance JioFiber and Airtel V-Fiber, state-owned MTNL has launched its first-ever gigabit broadband plans in New Delhi.
31 Oct 2019
GoogleFor every Re. 1 Dunzo earned, it spent Rs. 225
Popular hyperlocal delivery start-up Dunzo has reported a humongous 671% increase in losses for FY 2019.
30 Oct 2019
TencentMX Player raises $110 million from Tencent: Details here
Popular over-the-top video platform MX Player has raised $110 million in a funding round led by Chinese tech giant Tencent.
30 Oct 2019
IndiaDon't have PAN? You can use these two documents, instead
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, ten-digit alphanumeric identity issued by the Income Tax Department to all taxpayers in India.
30 Oct 2019
WhatsAppWhatsApp is suing an Israeli firm for spying on users
Facebook-owned WhatsApp has sued Israeli security firm NSO Group for developing and injecting malware into its messaging service and using the same for spying on over 1,400 people.
29 Oct 2019
IndiaBest Airtel, Vodafone, Jio prepaid plan for heavy internet users
Given the increasing competition, the telecom space in India has changed for good. All major telcos have revised their plans to offer more 4G data, unlimited calling, and other benefits at lowest-ever tariffs.
28 Oct 2019
IndiaBenefits and procedure of linking PAN and Aadhaar
December 31, 2019 is the last date to link your PAN with Aadhaar. Earlier, this deadline was September 30.
27 Oct 2019
IndiaFlipkart Festive Bonanza Sale: Deals on best-selling smartphones
Flipkart has kicked off its "Festive Bonanza" sale in India, offering great deals and discounts across all product categories.
26 Oct 2019
SamsungDiwali offers: Best deals on Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphones
In a bid to attract buyers this festive season, Samsung is offering exciting offers on some of its premium smartphones.
26 Oct 2019
Reliance JioReliance introduces "All-in-One" prepaid plans for JioPhone users
Just days after offering "All-in-One" plans for regular prepaid subscribers, Reliance Jio has introduced similar packs for JioPhone users.
26 Oct 2019
FlipkartBinny Bansal invests $12.3 million in customer engagement platform Mobikon
Mobikon, a marketing and data-exchange platform for restaurants, has raised $12.3 million in Series B round of funding.
25 Oct 2019
Bill GatesAmazon boss Jeff Bezos set to lose 'World's Richest' title
Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos will soon have to give up the title of the world's richest person as the Amazon.com Inc. stock dipped in after-hours trading on Thursday.
25 Oct 2019
SecurityGoogle created tool to spy on its employees: Report
Just a couple of days after announcing the quantum supremacy breakthrough, Google is facing flak for creating a tool for spying on its employees.
24 Oct 2019
IndiaHere's how NRIs can apply for PAN 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.
24 Oct 2019
IndiaIndia 63rd on World Bank's Ease of Doing Business ranking
India moved up 14 ranks to take the 63rd spot on the World Bank's Ease of Doing Business ranking released today.
24 Oct 2019
State Bank of India (SBI)AI-based fintech start-up Crediwatch raises $3.2 million: Details here
Bengaluru-based fintech start-up Crediwatch has raised $3.2 million in Series A round of funding.
24 Oct 2019
XiaomiBest 4K smart TVs you can buy this Diwali
With the arrival of brands like OnePlus, Motorola, and Xiaomi, the smart television segment has grown manifolds in India.
23 Oct 2019
Nepal#NewsBytesExclusive: IIT-Delhi engineer, whose start-up focuses on female-hygiene, gets candid
It's no secret that menstruation invites frowns and tight-lips. No one really wants to talk about it, but there are some who are not only starting conversations but also taking it to another level.
23 Oct 2019
Ravi Shankar PrasadCabinet approves BSNL-MTNL merger to revive telecom PSUs
In a bid to revive the two ailing telecom public sector units (PSUs), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL), the government announced a four-step plan on Wednesday.
23 Oct 2019
Bharti AirtelHow Jio's 'All-in-One' Rs. 222 recharge compares against its competitors
Taking on rivals like Vodafone and Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio has introduced new "All-in-One" prepaid plans, packing data and talk time in a single recharge.
23 Oct 2019
WorkplaceEY instructs women employees on how to act around men
It's been two years since the #MeToo movement forced people to view workplaces with a feminist lens, uncovering everyday sexism and sexual abuse, however, the issue remains rampant.
23 Oct 2019
StartupsNanotech start-up Log 9 Materials raises $3.5 million funding
Bengaluru-based Nanotech start-up, Log 9 Materials, has raised $3.5 million funding in Series A round led by Sequoia India's scale up program Surge and Exfinity Venture Partners.
23 Oct 2019
SamsungAmazon, Flipkart sale: Top deals on Samsung smart TVs
Samsung, the world's leading smartphone manufacturer, is also known for its hi-tech smart TVs.
