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21 Apr

Americans say: “Justice Served”, as Derek Chauvin is convicted for the murder of George Floyd.

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Several Indian-American lawmakers and groups have welcomed the decision of a federal grand jury in Minneapolis holding Derek Chauvin, a former police officer, guilty on all three counts in the death of African American George Floyd. "Justice was served today, but convicting Derek Chauvin won't fix the system that continues to terrorise and kill Black lives. It won't bring back George Floyd," Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal said. "Black lives matter - and we must keep fighting for them by passing the Justice in Policing Act and transforming policing," Ms Jayapal said. Congressman Ro Khanna said: "This verdict brought accountability. I hope…

21 Apr

OnePlus Watch: Ultimate smart companion

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Global technology brand OnePlus unveiled the OnePlus Watch, the company’s first-ever global wearable device. Featuring a premium design, seamless connection, smart fitness tracking and a long battery life, the OnePlus Watch comes as a powerful addition to the company’s product portfolio. It is an amalgamation of minimalist aesthetics, uncompromising craftsmanship and premium materials. Emulating the round design of a traditional watch, the smooth arc on the side of the case is hand-polished that result in a refined finish. The 46mm case is made of high-quality stainless steel, with 2.5D curved glass on the face and a subtle yet radiant glossy…

21 Apr

The BSF wants registration of an FIR against an intruder from Pakistan that happens to be a pigeon.

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The pigeon perched itself on the shoulder of a Border Security Force jawan at the Rorawala post here last Saturday, apparently after flying across the border, an official said. The BSF has sought the registration of an FIR against it. The pigeon perched itself on the shoulder of a Border Security Force jawan at the Rorawala post here last Saturday, apparently after flying across the border, an official said. A small piece of paper with a “contact number” was wrapped around its leg, the official said. The BSF personnel handed over the bird to the police with a demand in…

21 Apr

Maharashtra: 22 Covid patients die after oxygen tank leaks in Nashik hospital

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Twenty two people died after an oxygen tank leaked at Nashik’s Dr Zakir Hussain NMC Hospital, Nashik Collector confirmed. The leakage accident happened when tankers were being filled. While operation is underway to control the situation, a video tweeted by ANI showed gaseous oxygen spreading across the area which was supposed to be used by the hospital. About 171 patients were on oxygen in the hospital. Explaining the cause behind the deaths, Nashik collector Suraj Mandhre said, “The supply tank that was set up in this hospital started leaking due to cork damage after which the pressure decreased and those…

21 Apr

Vi GIGAnet – the fastest 4G network

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Vi delivered the fastest 4G Download and Upload speeds compared to all other operators in January-March 2021 quarter, making it the only operator delivering fastest speed consistently over a 9 month period on a pan-India basis, as per Ookla, the global leader in broadband testing and web-based network diagnostic applications. GIGAnet from Vi has been verified as the fastest 4G network across India for three quarters in a row, by Ookla. GIGAnet from Vi has topped the speed charts for average download speeds in key cities including Guwahati, Agartala, Dimapur, and Imphal in Assam & North East. The fastest 4G…

21 Apr

Vi provides 24×7 real-time customer service

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Vi, India’s leading telecom brand, has announced yet another industry first integration with Google’s Business Messages. Vi has integrated its VIC ChatBot with Google’s Business Messages for providing 24x7 real-time customer service to support all Vi users on Smartphones. The AI powered VIC is enabled with LIVE Agent connect for assisted services which is extended to Google’s Business Messages also. This innovation enables users searching for Vi or Vi Stores on Google Search or Google Maps to find ‘Chat’ or ‘Message a Live Agent’ button against search results through which they can interact with the virtual agent, VIC, to get their queries…

21 Apr

HCL Jigsaw competition is now open for registrations

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A US $10 billion leading global conglomerate, HCL presents ‘HCL Jigsaw’, India’s premier critical reasoning platform designed to assess key 21st-century skills in young (Grade 6 to 9) students. It aims to build a culture of problem solving in the country. The Pan-India competition will take place virtually in two rounds- Qualifier (24 – 27June) and Finale (17 and 18July). Participating students will get an opportunity to win prizes and gadgets worth Rs 16-lakh. HCL Jigsaw will assess participating students on 10 significant parameters under three primary attributes that can be characterized as key components of the problem-solving process. HCL…

21 Apr

KFC hosts the biggest virtual Burger party

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The biggest virtual burger party of the year has been hosted by KFC India. It was indeed a party like no other. It brought together burger lovers, popular social media stars, food communities, bloggers and consumers from across the country, to relish their favourite new Value Burges. Attending the party, legendary actor & KFC fan Anil Kapoor shared his love for KFC burgers and posed for pictures with other participants at the Bash. With about 500 people coming together from across cities, this was indeed the first-of-its-kind and largest gathering of people coming together virtually for a burger party. The…

21 Apr

Oxygen tanker looted by Delhi govt: Haryana Minister Anil Vij

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https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1384776119631499269?s=20 Haryana Health Minister Anil Vij on Wednesday said the state authorities are being forced to supply oxygen to Delhi. The minister's statement comes in the wake of a serious oxygen crisis in the national capital due to a steep rise in COVID-19 cases. "We are being forced to give our oxygen to Delhi. First, we'll complete our needs, then give to others," said Anil Vij today. "Yesterday, one of our O2 tankers was looted by Delhi Govt that was going to Faridabad. From now, I've ordered police protection for all tankers," the Haryana health minister further said. Delhi Chief…

21 Apr

Vadilal eyes 20% growth in ice cream sales

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The ice cream industry in India is growing at a CAGR of 14% and from Rs. 20,000-crore at present, is seen touching Rs. 40,000-crore by 2025. Iconic ice cream brand Vadilal is eyeing more than 20% growth in ice cream sales from the pre-pandemic levels. At the virtual launch of the ‘Waah!Vadilal!’campaign, Brand Director at Vadilal, Aakanksha Gandhi said, “Vadilal had reported ice cream sales of Rs. 650-crore in 2019-20, the year before the pandemic struck, and is expecting to touch Rs. 800-crore this financial year. Aakanksha is the third generation of Vadilal promoter Gandhi family. She said, “Vadilal has…