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Did Apple just kill social apps? Can't you use Instagram, WhatsApp the same way?
Apple's iOS 18 update introduces a feature allowing selective contact sharing, sparking concerns among app developers. This change, intended to enhance user privacy, may hinder the growth of new social apps reliant on contact syncing, potentially benefiting established platforms like Facebook and Instagram that don't face these restrictions.
How a once abandoned dog became his owner's singing companion? Watch the inspiring video
Picture this: a vibrant, four-year-old dog, with a joyful spirit and an irresistible knack for singing along to his owner¡¯s tunes. Walter's melodious antics have become a beloved part of his family's daily life, but his journey to this harmony is nothing short of extraordinary. Captured by the Humans of Bombay on their Instagram page, Walter¡¯s tale is a shining example of how compassion and patience can transform lives.
With its new pact with North Korea, Russia raises the stakes with the West over Ukraine
In a significant move, President Putin's visit to North Korea showcased Russia's willingness to challenge Western interests, particularly in the context of the Ukraine crisis. The pact signed with Kim Jong Un includes mutual military assistance and the possibility of weapons shipments to North Korea. This agreement marks the strongest tie between the two countries since the Cold War. Putin's actions have raised concerns in Washington and Seoul, with South Korea considering supplying arms to Ukraine in response. However, Putin warned against this, indicating potential repercussions.
Rs 7,000 cr of exports a year: How the small town of Bhadohi in UP became a global carpet powerhouse
Bhadohi, the carpet capital of India, boasts a rich history of carpet weaving dating back to the Iranian master weavers in the 16th century. The town's success lies in its blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technologies, offering unique handmade carpets to global markets.
Banks may have to slowdown loan growth in FY25: S&P
S&P Global Ratings forecasts robust credit growth, profitability, and asset quality for Indian banks in FY25, yet warns of potential slowdown in loan growth due to tepid deposit growth. Loan-to-deposit ratios are deteriorating, urging banks to align loan growth with deposits to maintain profitability amid higher wholesale funding costs.
Coconut power for EVs? How startups are racing to decarbonise batteries
With the world betting on electric vehicles, the need for greener batteries has become important to maintain the balance between development and sustainability.
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The co-chair of a Nobel-winning rights group in Russia gets 30 months in jail for criticizing war
Oleg Orlov, a human rights advocate, has been sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for discrediting the Russian army in an article condemning the invasion of Ukraine. The case is seen as politically motivated and an attempt to silence the human rights movement in Russia.
Communism as a fling: N.R. Narayana Murthy's ideological journey and lessons for today's youth
Some thought Marxism would die after the collapse of the USSR. But they were wrong. Every year, close to a billion youngsters reach the age of 20. Like the young Murthy, they will be attracted to socialism and its emphasis on equality. Like him, they will have to learn of its unexpected consequences.
YouTube Shorts vs Instagram Reels: The battle for dominance in digital content landscape
YouTube and Instagram were growing independently until short video-sharing turned them into big rivals in India¡¯s creator economy. Which is a better platform for content-makers?
MMA fight: Video of 50-year-old woman knocking out son's ex-girlfriend in Poland goes viral
A recent MMA bout in Poland has taken an astonishing turn, as it featured a clash between a 50-year-old woman and a teenager, sparking a viral sensation on social media. The innovative match was arranged by Clout MMA, a Polish MMA event organizer, and brought 50-year-old Gosia Magical face-to-face with 19-year-old Nikita.
Largest Hindu temple outside India in the modern era opens in New Jersey
The largest Hindu temple outside of India, located in central New Jersey, is set to open to the public. The temple, built by the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), took about 4.7 million hours of work to complete, with artisans and volunteers hand-carving 2 million cubic feet of stone.
Millet cuisines, rangoli await first ladies, spouses of G20 leaders at Delhi's Pusa campus
The displays at the exhibition will offer a rare opportunity for distinguished guests to witness the integration of every step, all working in coordination to create meaningful value for end users," the official added. The visitors will also get a chance to interact with several Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), which have assumed a critical function within the supply chain, ensuring the accessibility of essential inputs for farmers.
Russians can qualify for Olympic spots in some sports
With the 2024 Paris Olympics a year away, sports governing bodies are divided on how to treat Russian athletes. Some sports have lifted bans on Russian athletes and are allowing them to compete as neutral competitors without a flag or national anthem. Most of the sports that allow Russians to compete follow the IOC's advice and prefer to call them "individual neutral athletes."
Caviar at the Club: Gastronomy has a new destination ¡ª private members¡¯ clubs
Private members' clubs are becoming the new destination for luxury dining experiences. In a post-pandemic world, the economics of fine-dining restaurants have shifted, with smaller, exclusive venues gaining popularity. Clubs in cities like London, New York, Dubai, Singapore, Delhi, and Mumbai are booming, attracting a younger crowd with diverse interests. Gourmet offerings, curated experiences, and innovative menus are driving membership and profitability.
Natasha Jonas looks ahead to next challenges after winning IBF Welterweight Title
Natasha Jonas grabbed the IBF welterweight title and now the British boxer is focused on defeating notable opponents to enhance her legacy.
Vladimir Putin says the aborted rebellion played into the hands of Russia's enemies
Russian President Vladimir Putin tried to strike a balance between criticising the uprising's perpetrators to prevent another crisis, and not antagonising the bulk of the mercenaries and their hardline supporters, some of whom are incensed at the Kremlin's handling of the situation.
Putin says the aborted rebellion played into the hands of Russia's enemies
Speaking in a stern tone and looking tired in a five-minute TV address near midnight, Putin sought to project stability. He tried to strike a balance between criticizing the uprising's perpetrators to prevent another crisis, and not antagonizing the bulk of the mercenaries and their hardline supporters, some of whom are incensed at the Kremlin's handling of the situation.
Wagner boss Prigozhin's insurrection: 21st century Russia's Kornilov Affair?
As his nation was fighting a major war, a Russian general came to the conclusion that the current political dispensation was incapable and started to move his troops from the frontlines towards the country's capital in what seemed to be an armed coup d'etat.
Why a better distribution of global power would suit India, and the developing world
The US economy accounts for 25% of global output, China's 20%. China is now a bigger creditor to developing countries than the US. For all its economic heft, China remains a minnow in global financial markets. One reason is China's reluctance to commit the renminbi to full convertibility on the capital account. The more fundamental one is the upper hand the US had in the 1944 Bretton Woods conference that set up the post-World War 2 global financial order, in which the dollar was assigned the role of the world's reserve currency, overriding British negotiator John Maynard Keynes' suggestion to create a new bancor to settle international balance of payments.
SuprSend raises $1.0 million to help developers build product notifications
The funds will be used to hire talent to do innovations on the platform and propel its growth by marketing and evangelizing among developers.
Maha: Civic body lends helping hand to transgenders, hires them as security guards, green marshals
Shaina Roy, a trans-woman, who has been working as a security guard at the PCMC-run Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital (YCMH), credited Taksal for bringing about a transformational change in her life.
Toolkit case: Court grants one week to Delhi Police to file reply to Nikita Jacob
Additional Sessions Judge Dharmender Rana allowed the police plea to grant it time till March 9 after the public prosecutor said the agency needed time to file a detailed reply to Jacob's plea.
Russian support for India vis a vis China is rooted in history of Khrushchev and Mao
One of key reasons for the Sino-Soviet split was Chinese Communist Party¡¯s aggressive posture in Eurasian region. In 1959 when Khrushchev along top Soviet leadership visited Beijing the two sides had heated war of words over situation in Tibet and PLAs killing of Indian soldiers, according to historical records.
'Nikita Khrushchev blasted Mao Zedong for 1959 border skirmish with India'
"You have had good relations with India for many years. Suddenly, here is a bloody incident, as a result of which Nehru found himself in a very difficult position."
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India Positive: Blind girl abandoned by parents, helped by RJ and strangers
Such stories renew faith in humanity, and India.
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