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Facebook, WhatsApp back in action, some users still affected
New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram were back in action on Thursday morning after affecting millions of users across its platforms globally, including in India. Some users, however, still reported failed messaging and…
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India needs to update its climate targets
By Damandeep Singh The extreme heatwave that recently saw temperatures soar across India was a stark reminder that this region is one of the most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.As countries start to declare climate…
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Facebook not that bad, can kill depression in adults
New York, June 27 (IANS) If you use a social networking site like Facebook, you are 1.63 times more likely to avoid serious psychological distress such as depression and anxiety, find researchers.Using social media apps like Facebook…
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Employees who watch porn encourage unethical behaviour
New York, June 25 (IANS) If you think watching porn is something which is strictly an individual choice and has nothing to do with your business, hold on. Researchers now reveal that employees who view pornography at work aren't only…
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Internet-connected devices put kids at greater risks
London, June 24 (IANS) Forget screen addiction as there is a new threat to keeping children safe in the digital era: Internet of Things (IoT) devices.According to researchers, children need protection when using programmable Internet…
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Corporates may be incentivised to invest in education, skilling
By Hemant Joshi New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) To accelerate employment generation, incentivising corporates to invest in education and skilling the workforce, especially in the IT - ITES sectors, is likely to be proposed in the upcoming Union…
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TikTok launches new feature for users’ safety in India
New Delhi : June 17 (IANS) - The short video-making platform TikTok on Monday launched a 'Device Management' feature that would enable users in India to have complete control of their account.Users will be able to end sessions or remove…
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Passengers to get ORS at Jhansi, Gwalior railway stations
Jhansi/Gwalior, June 15 (IANS) Other than tea, coffee, soft drinks and water, oral rehydration salts (ORS) will now be available for passengers at railway stations coming under Jhansi Division.Officials of Railway's Jhansi Division…
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IndiGo launches ATR flights on Buddhist circuit
Mumbai, June 13 (IANS) Budget carrier IndiGo on Thursday announced daily non-stop ATR flight services on the Buddhist circuit, connecting Kolkata, Gaya and Varanasi.Effective August 8, IndiGo will initiate flight operations on the…
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54% people prefer phone conversations for customer service
New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Despite the explosion of automated services, most people still prefer live telephonic conversations when it comes to accessing customer service, says a new survey.While 54 percent prefer live telephonic…
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