Every year, Earth Day is celebrated all over the world on April 22 to show support for environmental protection. Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 and currently includes events which are coordinated by the Earth Day Network in over 193 countries. Today is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, […]
People may know the best decision for themselves and may still not make it
When faced with a situation that requires decision-making skills, people may know which choice gives them the best chance of success, but still take the other option, suggests a new study. People may choose based on a “gut feeling”, a habit, or what worked for them last time, rather than on […]
Virtually travel: Your fix to wanderlust during lockdown
With the travel ban being imposed all around the world, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many art and heritage sites in India have resorted to virtual tours. From using 360 degree panoramic views to holding online sessions, it helps viewers enjoy beautiful locations digitally and experience the joy of travelling […]
Here’s how this Hong Kong cafe is zeroing in on reducing trash
A zero food waste cafe in Hong Kong is trying to tackle the financial hub’s escalating trash problem by providing meals that are fully compostable, such as vegetables and herb flatbreads, and packaging that is turned into fertiliser. MANA!’s eco-friendly business model aims to raise awareness about the global environment […]
Facebook-Reliance Jio deal: Here’s what Mukesh Ambani has to say about the partnership
Reliance Jio and Facebook have announced a strategic partnership as a part of which the social media giant would invest a sum of $5.7 billion or Rs 43,574 in Jio’s platform and services and Reliance Retail among others. The latest partnership gives Facebook a 9.99% stake in Jio platform, which is the […]
HSSC Recruitment 2020 : Last date extended to apply for 1137 vacancies
HSSC Recruitment 2020: The last date to apply for 1137 vacancies against the advertisement number 01/2020 has been extended till May 15. When the official notification was released on March 2, the deadline was March 24 which was then extended till April 17 due to the lockdown which has been further extended till […]
Netflix beats Q1 2020 estimates, adds 15.77 million new paid subscribers
At a time when companies have slowed down their hiring process due to a slump in the market owing to the Covid-19 lockdown, Netflix is enjoying a smooth sail. The video streaming giant just announced its quarterly revenue for the first quarter of 2020 wherein it said that it had beaten its […]
DU seeks details of online classes from colleges; teachers’ body refuses to oblige
The Delhi University (DU) has sent a letter to colleges seeking details of the online classes being conducted by teachers. The Delhi University Teachers’ Association (DUTA) said teachers will not fill the form as it feels that the feedback could be used to draw a conclusion in favour of online […]
Apple Music available with six months free trial: How to get it
Apple Music has quietly been running a six-month free trial offer in India. As opposed to its regular three months free trial offer, it is now offering Apple Music with six months free, and on every subscription plan. Apple Music in India is priced at Rs 99 per month for the […]
UNICEF, Odisha govt collaborate to keep children busy during lockdown
The Odisha government along with UNICEF on Tuesday released a calendar-based fun-filled list of activities for children to keep over 16 lakh children engaged in a meaningful way during the lockdown. As many as 72,587 Anganwadi centres having student strength of 16.13 lakh, between the age group of 3 […]
Facebook-Jio Deal: Read what Mark Zuckerberg has to say
Facebook now owns 9.9% stake in Reliance Jio. The deal is worth Rs 43,574 crores ($5.7 billion) and it gives Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) a chance to reduce its debt burden while Facebook, on the other hand, creates a foothold in a fast-growing market. This deal values Jio at $65.95 billion. “This […]
UP govt directs schools not to charge transportation fee for lockdown period
The Uttar Pradesh government has directed schools in the state not to charge transportation fee from students for the lockdown period. The government said Secondary Education Principal Secretary Aradhana Shukla directed all district magistrates and the Director, Secondary Education, to ensure no school charge transportation fee from their students for […]
Shekhar Ravjiani on creating music in lockdown: Boon to be a musician
Everyone is holed up inside their homes amid this nationwide lockdown. And making the most of this time, composer-singer Shekhar Ravjiani is doing what he loves the most — creating music. And that too at a fast pace. He has come out with his latest track, his rendition of Mahamrityunjay […]
Cricket Australia finding temporary jobs for laid off staff at supermarket
Cricket Australia has approached supermarket giant and one of its sponsors Woolworths to help with temporary jobs for its staff laid off until the end of June due to a financial crunch caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Cricket Australia is currently not eligible for the federal government’s JobKeeper support program […]
Kartik Aaryan’s TikTok with sister called out for misogyny
Actor Kartik Aaryan’s recent TikTok video with his sister Kritika has landed him in trouble.The video, shared earlier this week, showed Kartik ‘throwing’ Kritika off the balcony for not cooking a meal the way he likes it. The video has since been removed from his account. Singer Sona Mohapatra retweeted a tweet […]