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Liquor prices in Delhi hiked by 70% with 'Special Corona Fee'; other states might follow suit

The Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi government has imposed a 70% 'Special Corona Fee' on liquor in the national capital. The revised prices will come into effect from Tuesday.

May 5, 2020

After Facebook, Silver Lake to invest Rs 5,655 crore in Reliance Jio Platforms

Facebook last month poured in Rs 43,574 crore for a 9.99 per cent stake in India's oil-retail-telecom conglomerate-led Jio Platforms -- the largest investment for a minority stake by a tech giant.

May 4, 2020

India's coronavirus lockdown curbs buffalo meat exports, hitting Ramadan supplies

But this year, the spread of coronavirus pandemic has slashed shipments of Indian buffalo meat, driving prices higher and hitting sales.

May 3, 2020

How India's lockdown has hit Amazon the hardest internationally

The Indian government has directed the e-commerce platforms to sell only essential goods during the lockdown period that is on till May 3.

May 1, 2020

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Google Meet lets you call 100 people simultaneously for free

Joining the competition in the video conferencing space, Google Meet makes an offer that is hard to refuse - even with presence of apps like Zoom and Facebook Messenger Rooms. See why.

Apr 30, 2020

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Bicycle diaries: How these Bengaluru cyclists team up to help the elderly during lockdown

To ease this heavy toil on their shoulders, while helping the elderly people ferry services and essential supplies like medicines and groceries, a team of cyclists have come up with their joint action as the Bicycle Ambassadors.

Apr 28, 2020

India, Pakistan ease restrictions for some small businesses amid lockdown

In neighbouring Pakistan, the government extended the nationwide lockdown till May 9.

Apr 25, 2020

Facebook-Reliance Jio deal a 'game changer' for tech sector: What does this mean for India Inc?

Facebook has entered into a partnership with Reliance Jio to acquire a 9.99 percent minority stake for an investment of Rs 43,574 crore. What does this deal mean for India Inc.? Are we on the anvil of a bigger digital transformation?

Apr 22, 2020

Facebook-Jio deal worth Rs 43,574 crore, largest FDI in India's tech sector; read statement

Facebook announced an investment of USD 5.7 billion (Rs 43,574 crore) for acquiring a minority stake in Jio Platforms Ltd. Reliance, in a statement, said Facebook's investment will translate into a 9.99 per cent equity stake in Jio Platforms.

Apr 22, 2020

Explained: Why negative crude oil pricing in the US didn't affect petrol, diesel prices in India

Crude oil prices dropped to an all-time low yesterday, but petrol, diesel prices remain unaffected in India.

Apr 21, 2020

Global coronavirus deaths cross 160,000: What's happening around the world and more

Europe is in the eye of the storm, with the number of cases nearing a million, and should move with extreme caution when considering easing lockdowns

Apr 19, 2020

Not iPhone, MacBook, or AirPods, Google wants to mimic THIS Apple product

Apple has several successful products in its kitty, and Google is looking to grab a share from its profitable market by mimicking one of the favorite products.

Apr 18, 2020

Liquidity boost, flow of credit: Full text of RBI's announcement on Covid-19 crisis

Appreciating the work of the medical staff, police force and all others working during this pandemic crisis, the Reserve Bank has released its latest announcement on its assessment of the current economic situation.

Apr 17, 2020

Hobbled by coronavirus, China's first-quarter GDP shrinks for first time since 1992

China's economy shrank in the March quarter for the first time since current records began almost three decades ago, as the coronavirus shut down factories and shopping malls and put millions out of work.