As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to surge in India, the government has taken a crucial step to protect the young population from the virus. On December 25, 2021, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced in his Mann Ki Baat address that all children aged 15 to 18 years will be eligible for the Covid-19 vaccine from…
Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has been a global pandemic for the last two years, impacting human lives and health. As the year ends, the COVID-19 cases are surging worldwide due to the new Omicron variant of the virus. This variant is more transmissible and may evade immunity. People are worried about their safety and health. One…
The Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale, which is eagerly anticipated, now has its official dates announced. As the festival season approaches, the annual sale will kick off on October 4. Last week, the e-commerce giant made the announcement regarding the upcoming Great Indian Festival Sale. Subsequently, Amazon officially revealed the exact sales date through a…
Since the ban on Chinese apps, the Government of India has been actively promoting the “Vocal for Local” campaign. In response to this, numerous Indian app developers and startups have launched their own applications. These Make in India Initiative social apps will compete with popular Chinese apps like TikTok and PUBG. For example, several Indian…
State Bank of India (SBI) is urging customers to immediately link their PAN with Aadhaar. This is a mandatory requirement for all SBI customers, except those with Basic Savings Bank Deposit Accounts (BSBDAs). Customers who have not yet linked their PAN with Aadhaar should do so as soon as possible to avoid any inconvenience. This…
The Income Tax Department of India has launched its new ITR e-filing 2.0 portal, which is now live at https://www.incometax.gov.in/. Furthermore, the new portal offers a number of improvements over the old ITR website, including a more user-friendly interface, new features, and enhanced security. Also Read: SBI Alert: Link Aadhaar with PAN Immediately Here are…
It has been more than a quarter since WhatsApp’s new privacy policy came into effect in India, and it remains a controversial topic. The new WhatsApp privacy policy has been criticized by many for its data collection and sharing practices. Also Read: WhatsApp gets “Log Out” feature for iOS Here is a summary of the…
To enhance your online experience in scheduling a COVID-19 vaccination, the CoWIN portal at www.cowin.gov.in has been meticulously developed by the Government of India. Initially, the site faced challenges due to an unprecedented surge in traffic, leading to temporary outages. However, the gateway has been extensively updated to handle large volumes efficiently. CoWIN Portal New…
If you are looking for a new BSNL prepaid plan in India, you might want to check out the latest offers from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). The state-owned telecom company has also launched a new BSNL prepaid plan of Rs 197 with attractive benefits. However, this also means that some of the old BSNL…
From February 15th, the Government of India has made it compulsory to use GPS-Based FASTags for all vehicles. FASTags are essential for electronic toll payments on all four-wheelers. The latest rumours suggest that the Government of India is also planning to make GPS mandatory on all four-wheelers, including cars, for vehicle tracking. FASTags: India Toll…
This morning, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered the 2021 Union Budget presentation in Parliament, unveiling key policy changes. Notably, the FM has raised custom duty on smartphone accessories, including chargers and specific sub-parts of mobile phone products. This strategic move aims to stimulate domestic manufacturing and enhance India’s position in the global technology and electronics…
In the fiscal year 2021-22, India’s Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, unveiled the highly anticipated Annual Union Budget. A pivotal moment in the Budget 2021 was the launch of a novel scheme to boost digital payments nationwide. During her budget address, Sitharaman allocated INR 1500 crore to this initiative. This strategic move is poised to…
The Indian Government is set to enact a definitive ban on a suite of 59 apps of Chinese origin, with TikTok being the most notable among them. This decisive move comes after the initial interim suspension that took place in June 2020 under Section 69A of the IT Act. The Ministry of Electronics and Information…
