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The updated MHA guidelines for lockdown 4.0 gives individual states the authority to a take a call on allowing e-commerce delivery of non-essential items like smartphones, laptops in all areas, except for containment zones.

Hello, This is... | COVID-19 impact on the IT sector

Sandip Patel, MD, IBM India/South Asia shares his insight on the impact of coronavirus on the IT sector in an exclusive conversation with Network18's Mridu Bhandari

Honda Gold Wing luxury cruiser to receive Android Auto connectivity

The company just announced plans to introduce the app starting this summer. The method for the update will be available sometime mid-June and the company says it will be free.

Google Play Music to merge with YouTube Music: Here is how to transfer your music library

Google Play Music Unlimited members will be automatically granted the equivalent tier of YouTube Music Premium or YouTube Premium based on the level of benefits with their current subscription, at the same price.

This exotic cars dealer clocked more sales in lockdown than any other company

Big Boy Toyz, a dealer in used cars and premium bikes, sold around 12 cars last month worth a total of Rs 12-13 crore

Coronavirus lockdown | No EMI for 12 months: Car-makers pull out all stops to lure back buyers

Automakers are desperate to get back on track after having sold zero vehicles in over 40 days

Despite privacy concerns, Aarogya Setu on course to hit the 100-million user mark

Over 69 million people have taken the app's self-assessment test till date, which is an adoption rate of over 71-percent.

5 things you should know about Vista Equity, the latest high-profile Jio investor

Vista’s inflow is the third such high profile deal in Jio, after Facebook announced its investment in April, followed by Silver Lake Partners in May

Unacademy data breach | 22 million users’ account details up for sale

The database includes users from companies like Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant, Google and Facebook.

COVID-19 impact | Indian auto industry pushed back by four years

If there is no direct government intervention to uplift demand then the auto industry is staring at its worst year ever.

Post-COVID-19 business: Auto dealerships reopen after more than 40 days of lockdown

Many automotive dealerships located in Karnataka, Goa, Orissa and the North East have reopened, according to a senior functionary from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association.

Elon Musk’s Twitter rant results in $14 billion loss in value for Tesla

“Tesla stock price too high, imo” he tweeted adding that Musk wanted to sell all his possessions including his house.

Jio Platforms to soon launch video conferencing service JioMeet

The app is available across some of the world's most used services like Google Play Store, Apple iOS App Store, Mac App Store and Microsoft's Window Marketplace.

COVID 19 impact : TikTok crosses 2 billion downloads on iOS & Android, records best quarter for any app

Outside China, India is TikTok’s largest market, which accounts for over 30.3 percent or 611 million app downloads

iOS 13.5 update could make unlocking iPhones easier for people wearing masks

Apple has released a new iOS beta update that makes it easier to unlock an iPhone and lets users skip Face ID when wearing a mask.

Coronavirus impact | For the first time ever, India set to report zero automotive sales in April

From producing an average of 2.19 million units a month in FY20 these factories were brought to a complete halt in April

Hello, This is... | Leveraging technology to combat COVID-19

Nivruti Rai, Country Head, Intel India, explains the role of technology in this battle against COVID-19.

Apple dominates ultra-premium smartphone segment in India with 55% marketshare: Report

The country’s smartphone shipments grew a 4 percent YoY to reach a little over 31 million units in the first quarter of the year.

Amazon Pay Later launches in India, offers zero-interest credit, EMI payments on product purchases

The Pay Later service also allows consumers to opt for credit for paying monthly utility bills or purchase essential products during the lockdown.

Hello, I'd like a Mercedes Benz Maybach-S Class 560 delivered home

Even a Mercedes-AMG S 63 Coupe, costing Rs 2.6 crore, can now be ordered online. The online platform will go digital on May 4

How to place an order on JioMart using WhatsApp: A step-by-step guide

JioMart is currently available in Kalyan, Thane and Navi Mumbai near Mumbai, and is expected to cater services to other parts of the country soon.

JioMart gets a WhatsApp number, rolls out services in areas near Mumbai

Launched in January, the web-only arm of Reliance Retail allows consumers to purchase from among 50,000 products including groceries and other essential items.

Donald Trump signs order on green card suspension: Here's all you need to know

Trump has signed an executive order to temporarily suspend the approval of some green cards.

Ferrari clears air over F1 quitting scare, says it was all a misunderstanding

According to a report in Racefans, Ferrari issued a statement clarifying the claim made by team principle Mattia Binotto. The article in The Guardian suggested that Binotto hinted at quitting F1 if budget caps were imposed

Latest WhatsApp beta update allows eight users to participate in a group video call

The new feature is being rolled out in the update 2.20.50.25 on iOS and 2.20.133 on Android.

Hello, This is... | Is the future of collaboration digital?

The coronavirus outbreak has put the spotlight on optimum utilisation of technological tools.

Business Insight | Where is the online gaming industry headed amid the coronavirus crisis?

In this edition of Business Insight, watch how has COVID-19 impacted the online gaming industry

Coronavirus | How to keep your car disinfected?

In many places, public transport has shut down too, which means in a case of emergency you may be required to use your car. And being a country that has more than 30 million cars on the road, it becomes necessary that we practice the necessary hygiene and cleanliness in the car as we would in our own houses.

Apple iPhone SE launched in India for Rs 42,500: Everything you need to know about the new iPhone

The new iPhone, according to Apple, is a powerful new smartphone in a popular design.

Check out a list of apps you can use for video conferencing

Professionals working from home due to the lockdown can use these online tools to get their job done

Hello, This Is... | CP Gurnani on business continuity during COVID-19

He has 3 mantras for CEOs to ensure smooth functioning of operations during these tough times.

This 17-year-old develops the world's largest coronavirus tracker, rejects multi-million dollar advertising revenue offer

nCoV2019.live, developed by a 17-year old Avi Schiffmann, has been visited by more than 350 million people to date.

Identity theft: Here’s how you can prevent it

Tara Zecevic, VP, Global Identity, Fraud and Compliance, Equifax Inc, tells us that identity theft is becoming a global concern and consumers can play a part in preventing it.

From 'GoCoronaGo' to 'Sampark-o-Meter': IISc, IITs develop mobile apps to aid fight against COVID-19

According to Union Health Ministry, the death toll due to the novel coronavirus rose to 166 and the number of cases to 5,734 in the country on Thursday.

‘Zoombombing’ becomes a dangerous organised effort

Zoom, the videoconferencing app, has become a target for harassment and abuse coordinated in private off-platform chats.

Coronavirus pandemic | How and why should you use Aarogya Setu - government's COVID-19 tracking app

The app has tons of essential features and provides real-time updates about the coronavirus pandemic.

Zoom plans to fix security issues in 90 days, freezes feature-related updates

The company recently updated its iOS app and removed the code which sent data to Facebook even when users had not signed in using the social media website.

Coronavirus pandemic | Govt launches COVID-19 tracking app 'Aarogya Setu' for Android, iOS users

The app is aimed at augmenting efforts to proactively inform the citizens about the best practices and relevant advisories pertaining to the containment of COVID-19.

Zoom video calls aren't end-to-end encrypted; faces backlash over misleading marketing

The company claims that it does not directly access, mine, or sell user data.

Zoom video conferencing | 6 features that can enhance your video calling experience

Zoom video meeting and chat app has become widely popular as millions and millions around the world stay in touch virtually while being isolated at their homes.

Working from home? Reliance JioFiber offers temporary 10 Mbps free-of-cost broadband connection

The telecom company will be giving a free 10 Mbps offer to all households, as a part of its ‘Corona Harega India Jeetega’ scheme.

Coronavirus pandemic | New study suggests how long coronavirus can stay on smartphones

The smartphone is one of the most used gadgets, making it the most exposed to the virus.

BS6 Switchover | Last chance to avail hefty discounts on cars, SUVs and bikes

BS4 stocks are to become obsolete from April 1 onwards as India adopts BS6, the most advanced emission norm in the world

#WFH | The best apps for remote working from home during coronavirus

Video conferencing, file sharing, messaging… below are the most crucial WFH apps that you should use

Coronavirus impact | WhatsApp global usage spikes by 51% during pandemic

The most significant usage was observed among people between the age group of 18 and 34.

Coronavirus | Govt launches MyGov Corona Helpdesk on WhatsApp; Google too rolls out campaign

Apart from the MyGov WhatsApp Chatbot, the government has also set up two helpline numbers — +91-11-23978046 and 1075 (toll-free) — and an email id (ncov2019@gov.in) to resolve the queries of Indian citizens

PAN-Aadhaar linking: Here's how to check if your PAN is linked with Aadhaar or not

Users failing to link Aadhaar card with PAN will no longer be able to conduct financial transactions as their PAN would become inoperative.

Coronavirus pandemic: How to keep your smartphone virus-free

Samsung recently announced a free smartphone sanitizing service, while Apple has listed methods to safely clean iPhones with disinfectant wipes.

Editor's Take | SC lifts RBI curbs on crypto trading in India

Moneycontrol's Sakshi Batra talks to Deputy Executive Editor Gaurav Choudhury on the lifting of the ban and its impact on the virtual currency industry.

Bajaj Auto launches Husqvarna bikes, prices start at Rs 1.8 lakh

Husqvarna Motorcycles will be sold from the KTM showrooms, which have been upgraded to sell both KTM and Husqvarna brands.