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A user of the Ola ride-hailing service booked a ride for Rs 730 but received a bill of Rs 5000 when the trip concluded. Here is the account of what transpired.

Lagan Kapoor11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

In a recent incident in Bengaluru, a college student, Anurag Kumar Singh, charged Rs 5000 for an Ola ride that initially showed a fare of Rs 730. The incident underscores the need for vigilance and swift responses from ride-hailing companies in addressing fare discrepancies. Upon arriving at Kempegowda airport from Kolkata, Singh booked a ‘mini’…

Cure.fit, led by Mukesh Bansal, has laid off more than 100 employees to attain profitability.

Lagan Kapoor11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

Tata Digital-backed fitness company Curefit, renowned for its brands Cultfit, Sugarfit, and Carefit, has reportedly undergone a significant workforce reduction. This move is part of the company’s strategy to streamline operations and achieve profitability by 2025 (FY25). Impact on Employees: Reports suggest that the layoffs have affected a substantial number of employees, ranging between 100…

Motorola has unveiled the lineup of phones slated to receive the Android 14 update. Here are the details.

Lagan Kapoor11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

Motorola has officially unveiled the list of smartphones eligible for the Android 14 OS update. Other significant players in the smartphone industry, including Samsung, Xiaomi, OPPO, and OnePlus, have already initiated the rollout of Android 14 updates. Motorola, owned by Lenovo, has joined in by deploying My UX based on Android 14 smartphone updates. Initially…

The Indian Railways is expected to receive an increase in capital expenditure in the upcoming budget, providing a potential boost to its financial investments.

Lagan Kapoor11 months ago11 months ago14 mins

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is poised to inject additional funds into a substantial transformation of the national transportation system, focusing on the Indian Railways. Anticipated to be a primary beneficiary, the Railways is expected to witness a significant surge in capital expenditure in the forthcoming interim budget, scheduled for February 1, as per a report…

OnePlus 12 Set to Make its Debut in India on January 23: Anticipated Features, Expected Price, and More Insights

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Get ready for an exciting tech revelation as OnePlus gears up for the global launch of its newest flagship, the OnePlus 12! This groundbreaking device is set to make waves, marking a decade of innovation since the company’s inception. For all our Indian tech enthusiasts, the OnePlus 12 is making its grand debut on Tuesday,…

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Amazon May Introduce a Paid Version of Alexa in the Market Next Year, Ending the Era of Free Access

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Amazon is gearing up to charge users for its AI chatbot, and this change might happen as soon as next year. The company recognizes the need to make money from Alexa, their AI assistant, as it involves substantial investment and the use of advanced hardware to develop and maintain AI applications. Initially planning to launch…

Samsung Teams Up with Instagram and Snapchat to Bring Users the Identical Camera Image Quality Found in Stock Photos

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Now users will have access to native camera experiences, including Super HDR advanced AI image editing, Nightography, and video stabilisation on Instagram or Snapchat’s cameras. Samsung Galaxy S24 series was launched during the Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event on Wednesday. During the event, it announced a partnership with Instagram and Snapchat to offer the same camera…

In the coming weeks, Elon Musk’s Starlink services may make their debut in India, with government approval anticipated by the upcoming week.

incbasil.com11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

Elon Musk’s Starlink, the satellite internet project, is about to get the thumbs-up from the Indian government. According to sources, the green light might be given as soon as next week. Money Control reports that the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is content with Starlink’s explanation about its ownership structure, paving…

WhatsApp Users Might Soon Enjoy a File Transfer Feature Similar to AirDrop: Let’s Dive into How It Operates

incbasil.com11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

WhatsApp is exploring an innovative way for people to easily share files with their friends or nearby contacts. Think of it as WhatsApp’s version of AirDrop or Quick Share for file sharing. The information about this upcoming feature was revealed by WABetaInfo earlier this week. Instead of the traditional method, where files are shared via…

According to sources, Sony has reportedly sent a termination letter to Zee, cancelling the $10 billion merger deal.

Lagan Kapoor11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

Sony has reportedly sent a termination letter to Zee Entertainment Enterprises, officially calling off the proposed $10 billion media merger deal after a prolonged two-year process. The termination notice, citing unmet conditions in the merger agreement, was sent by Sony following a critical meeting on Friday, marking the end of negotiations. The decision is rooted…

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