Bharti Airtel has introduced its fixed wireless access (FWA) service named ‘Airtel Xstream AirFiber,’ powered by 5G Plus technology, catering to consumers in Delhi and Mumbai. The company intends to progressively launch this service in various cities and eventually extend its availability nationwide. While acknowledging that fiber to the home delivers the ultimate Wi-Fi experience, […]
WhatsApp may bring ‘Admin Review’ feature for group chats: Report
WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging application owned by Meta, is introducing a new feature that aims to enhance group chat management. According to WaBetaInfo report, WhatsApp is currently testing the “Admin Review” feature, which will prove to be invaluable for group administrators when they are away. The latest WhatsApp beta for Android update, version 2.23.16.18, […]
Government explores ‘direct-to-mobile’ tech for live TV on phone without internet
New Delhi: The government is exploring the feasibility of beaming TV channels live on mobile phones, without a data connection, on the lines of direct-to-home (DTH). Termed D2M (direct-to-mobile), the technology will allow mobile phone users to watch TV on their devices akin to watching TV through a cable or DTH connection. The Department of […]
WhatsApp working on feature to allow users to verify accounts via email: Report
To enhance its security and privacy, WhatsApp has been adding new features in recent months. The messaging app is now working on another feature that may help users to verify their accounts easily, reported Indian Express on 4 August. Citing a report from WAbetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp updates, IE said that WhatsApp is […]
India mandates licensing for laptop, tablet imports in blow to Apple, Dell
India on Thursday said it will impose a licensing requirement for imports of laptops, tablets and personal computers with immediate effect, a move that could hit hard the likes of Apple, Dell and Samsung and force them to boost local manufacturing. Current regulations in India allow companies to import laptops freely, but the new rule […]
How can you get early pension in EPS 95 before retirement, and should you go for it?
Getting a lifelong regular income after retirement is one of the most critical life goals for most salaried people. The Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995, or EPS-95 is among the few options that offer lifelong regular income during retirement years, especially for private sector employees. This scheme typically pays pension after the individual reaches retirement or […]
FinTech Paytm Launches Two New Devices – Pocket Soundbox & Music Soundbox To Empower On-The-Go Merchants
New Delhi: Paytm today announced the launch of two innovative payment devices that are 4G enabled — Paytm Pocket Soundbox and Paytm Music Soundbox. The first-of-its-kind portable device, Paytm Pocket Soundbox, can fit in your pocket and is as small as a debit card, and empowers merchants who are always on the move with instant […]
Income Tax Return 2023 Deadline Missed? You Have THESE Options Now
Income Tax Return Deadline Missed: More than 6.50 crore income tax returns (ITRs) were filed for the financial year 2022-23 (AY 2023-24) till July 31 evening — the last day of ITR filing. Going by a recent survey by LocalCircles, around 14 per cent of the total taxpayers might not have filed their ITRs till […]
Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm users alert! Yes Bank has this good news for you
YES BANK has launched UPI payments through RuPay Credit Cards. With this, customers can now link their YES BANK RuPay Credit Card with UPI-enabled apps such as BHIM, PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, Slice, MobiKwik, PayZapp, among others, making credit card-based transactions easier with enhanced security. The launch of UPI Payments through RuPay Credit Cards empowers […]
WhatsApp is testing an easy way to populate new group chats
Group messaging is at the core of how so many of us communicate with everyone from friends, to work teams, and even our families. Ever-growing access to great encrypted messaging services like WhatsApp has simplified setting up these groups, as well. WhatsApp has slowly been working to improve group messaging with features like new icons […]