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Mr. Pavan Davuluri has worked for over 23 years at Microsoft and was involved in its work with Qualcomm and AMD to create processors for Surface. Mr. Pavan Davuluri, an IIT Madras alumni, was appointed the new head of Microsoft Windows and Surface, making him the latest Indian to take on a leadership role at a Big Tech company much like Google's Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella. Mr. Pavan Davuluri takes over from longtime product chief Panos Panay who left the department to join Amazon last year. Earlier,  Mr. Pavan Davuluri oversaw the Surface group while Mikhail Parakhin headed the Windows department. After Mr Parakhin and Mr Panay quit, he has taken over both Windows and Surface departments. An internal memo from Rajesh Jha, Microsoft's head of experiences and devices, accessed by The Verge outlined the new hierarchy in the organisation. He said the decision will help the organisation to take a "holistic approach" to build its devices and experiences...

WhatsApp is set to unveil a new privacy feature and here’s a sneak peek at What's coming? An online report suggests that WhatsApp is developing a new feature, granting users control over who can utilise their avatars in stickers. This update aims to enhance privacy by empowering users to manage their avatar’s visibility in sticker form. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp’s recent iOS beta upgrade unveils an upcoming privacy addition. Media reports suggest that this feature, set to debut in version 24.6.10.74, will enable users to manage the usage of their avatars as stickers, marking an enhancement to the messaging platform’s privacy controls. Currently, WhatsApp intends to introduce three distinct privacy options for managing this feature, namely “My Contacts,” allowing individuals from one’s contacts list to use their avatar, “Selected Contacts,” restricting access to reliable connections, or “Nobody,” an option for users to completely disable this feature. “With the option to con...

WhatsApp has tried AI tools earlier but the new image editor could be using Meta's AI model to offer these unreleased features. WhatsApp is part of Meta’s focus on AI features, and soon the messaging app will let you edit images using an AI-powered tool. The beta version of WhatsApp hasn’t got the feature yet, which means it is still in the early development stage. Having said that, expect WhatsApp beta testers to get the AI tool in the next few weeks. The AI-powered tool is most likely using Meta’s AI model to give you the editing feature, where you can change the style, the background of the image and more. WhatsApp users will see a new icon when they open an image which will be green in colour. The AI edit option will let you change the background, restyle it, or even expand. We’re not sure how these modes change the images, and which prompt will be used to activate the AI tool but it does look promising to say the least. The details provided by WeBetaInfo hints the AI-powered t...

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will travel through a large section of the United States, bringing everything to a halt for at least a few minutes as we collectively look up in awe. Not quite prepared for the eclipse? That's ok. Here's what you need to know about the 2024 eclipse, along with a few tasty snacks to enjoy during the event.    What Is a Total Solar Eclipse? As Space.com explains, a solar eclipse occurs when "the moon is positioned between Earth and the sun and casts a shadow over Earth." The website added, there are different types of eclipses, including a total solar eclipse, where the sun is fully obscured by the moon; a partial eclipse, where the moon doesn't fully block out all the sun's light; an annular solar eclipse, where the moon is centered in front of the sun but doesn't cover the entirety of the surface (this is when a "ring of fire" is visible); and a hybrid solar eclipse, which Space.com calls "the rarest s...

Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K)'s attack near Moscow reflects the group's animosity towards Russia due to Russian President Vladimir Putin's action in Syria. The tragic incident underscores the persistent threat of global terrorism and challenges in intelligence sharing. On a seemingly ordinary Friday evening near Moscow, a shocking and deadly attack unfolded at a concert, casting a shadow of terror over the region. Camouflage-clad gunmen, armed with automatic weapons, mercilessly opened fire on unsuspecting concertgoers. This harrowing incident resulted in at least 60 fatalities and left 145 wounded, marking it as one of the deadliest attacks on Russian soil in decades, reminiscent of the tragic 2004 Beslan school siege. The Islamic State, particularly its Afghan branch known as Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K), claimed responsibility for this act of violence through its Amaq agency on Telegram, according to USA intelligence. This attack not only reflects the brutal capabil...

MK Stalin's sister Kanimozhi and other party leaders were also present at the event in Chennai. Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Wednesday released the DMK manifesto, while the party also announced a list of candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. MP and MK Stalin's sister Kanimozhi and other party leaders were also present at the event in Chennai. The DMK promised statehood for Puducherry and a ban on the NEET among others in its manifesto. The DMK, in the manifesto, said till the office of governor is abolished, a governor should be appointed in consultation with the chief minister of the state. Addressing a gathering after the releasing the manifesto, Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin said, "It is the DMK which makes the manifesto before elections and continues to do what we say, this is what our leaders taught us. As Kanimozhi said we went all over the state and listened to various people. It is not only a DMK manifesto but the people's manifesto. When...

LinkedIn is reportedly working on establishing itself primarily as a networking hub for individuals seeking professional connections and knowledge acquisition LinkedIn, a popular professional platform for recruitment and networking, is reportedly expanding its horizons by venturing into gaming. The move has been taken to increase user engagement, which boasts more than 1 billion users across the world. Trending puzzle games By taking the inspiration from viral success of puzzle games, LinkedIn is working on its own gaming experience, TechCrunch reported. Initially, the platform will be adding games titled which will be titled like ‘Queens’, ‘Crossclimb’ and ‘Inference’. Code hints and confirmations App researchers have uncovered the code indicating LinkedIn's gaming efforts. One such researcher Nima Owji suggested that LinkedIn is exploring features like organising player scores by workplace, and the potential ranking companies are based on these scores. LinkedIn’s confirmation A L...

World Kidney Day 2024 - 5 best fruits for healthy kidneys. Not all fruits are good for people with chronic kidney disease. Here are 5 fruits that can boost kidney health. World Kidney Day is observed every year on the second Thursday of March to spread awareness around the importance of kidney health and the various diseases that can affects its normal function. This year, the day is being observed on March 14. A well-crafted kidney diet is essential to maintain the kidney function and prevent further damage to the crucial organ. People with kidney disease should monitor their diet and make sure to adopt a low sodium and potassium diet. Fruits with high antioxidant properties, and low in phosphorus and sodium must be preferred for kidney health. A high salt diet can also increase the amount of calcium lost in urine, which can cause kidney stones. While healthy kidneys remove extra phosphorus from the blood, when it remains in your blood, it can increase risk of heart disease, weak bone...

Mumps outbreak in Kerala: What are the symptos and prevention tips for the disease. Kerala records 190 cases of mumps in a single day. Mumps outbreak grips Kerala with 190 cases of the infection recorded in a single day. As per reports, over 11,000 cases of mumps were recorded in January 2024. Most of the cases of the infection are mostly found in Malappuram district and other parts of northern Kerala. Health Ministry officials have confirmed the outbreak and notified the National Centre for Disease Control in the state. Mumps is a contagious viral infection caused by the paramyxovirus. It primarily affects the salivary glands, causing swelling and tenderness, typically near the jawline. In rare cases, mumps can lead to complications such as meningitis, encephalitis, or hearing loss. Vaccination with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is highly effective in preventing mumps and its potential complications. Mumps typically present with symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle...

 Concepts in Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), I'm DEVAN V.K. owner of these blogger posts tell every Indians to boycott this Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), The notification of the rules is set to pave the way for the migrants from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan who belong to Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Parsi, Buddhist, and Christian communities to find citizenship in India The Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government on Monday announced the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). The move to notify the rules of the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Act came before the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Notably, the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), was an integral part of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s manifesto for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. The law was passed by Parliament on December 11, 2019 after Modi government 2.0 came to power. “Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will be notifying today, the Rules under t...

  Congress leader Jairam Ramesh took to the social media platform and dubbed the announcement as the Bhartiya Janata Party's latest move to polarise the elections, especially in West Bengal and Assam. Barely minutes after the Centre implemented the much-awaited and "contentious" Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) across the country, Congress was swift to juxtapose the announcement with the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh took to the social media platform and dubbed the notification as the Bhartiya Janata Party's latest move to polarise the elections, especially in West Bengal and Assam. In a lengthy post, the senior Congress leader said that the saffron party took more than four years to notify the rules for the Citizenship Amendment Act even though it was passed by the Parliament in December 2019.  "The Prime Minister claims that his Government works in a business-like and time-bound manner. The time taken to notify the rules for the CAA...

4 Years After Bill Passed, Citizenship Law CAA Becomes Reality Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who has long been one of the CAA's fiercest and most vocal critics, has said her government will oppose "anything that discriminates (against) people". The Government on Monday issued a notification for implementation of the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act. The CAA - which makes religion, for the first time, a test of citizenship - was cleared by Parliament in December 2019 amid violent protests, in which over 100 people died, and fierce resistance from opposition politicians and non-BJP states. Now that the notification is issued, the government can grant citizenship to non-Muslim migrants - from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan - who came to India before 2015.  Implementation of the Citizenship Act - a major campaign platform for the ruling BJP in the 2019 general election and various state polls - comes just weeks before the 2024 Lok Sabha poll, in which Prim...

President Draupadi Murmu nominates Sudha Murthy to Rajya Sabha on Women's day; PM Modi calls it testament to Nari Shakti. Infosys Narayana Murthy's spouse Sudha Murthy is respected in Rajya Sabha on International Women's Day 2024 by President Draupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi.  PM Modi expressed delight at President Draupadi Murmu's Rajya Sabha nomination of Sudha Murty, calling it a powerful testament to our Nari Shakti. Murthy the spouse of Infosys Cp-founder Narayana Murthy serves as the chairperson of the Murthy Trust and boasts authorship of numerous books. At 73 years old, her nomination coincides with International Women's Day. She received the Padma Shri Award in 2006 and the Padma Bhushan in 2023. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed delight at President Draupadi Murmu's Rajya Sabha nomination of philanthropist and author Sudha Murthy, calling it a powerful treatment to our Nari Shakti. I am delighted that the President of India...

Women's Day 2024: Celebrated annually on Mar-8-2024, International Women's Day is not just a day to celebrate women's achievement but also a call-to-action for gender equality. Here's all you need to know, from its theme in 2024, history, significance, and more.  All you need to know about International Women's Day 2024, Celebrated annually on Mar-8-2024 Women’s Day 2024: International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated annually on Mar-8-2024, is a global day acknowledging the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Not only does it celebrate the achievements and progress women have made, but it also highlights the ongoing struggles for equality and the need for continued advocacy and action worldwide. On this day, several events take place globally to highlight the collective efforts of everyone who cares about human rights in the ongoing struggle for gender parity. As Gloria St...

Google started taking down Android apps from prominent Indian digital companies including Matrimony, Info Edge, Shaadi.com for violating its app billing policy on March 1 The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), a premier industry body that counts top Internet companies as its members, on March 1 urged Google to reinstate the delisted apps by prominent Indian digital companies on Play Store. The industry body, of which Google India is also a member, condemned the company's move to remove apps from Indian companies such as Matrimony, Info Edge, Shaadi.com, and TrulyMadly. It also asked the tech giant to engage in consultations with the industry body or member companies to find "mutually agreeable solutions till the matter is subjudice", referring to the Supreme Court case against Google's app billing policy. In a statement, IAMAI's governing council called the move "unfair and disproportionate." Matrimony, Info Edge, and Shaadi.com are among ...

Google removes Indian apps for not complying with payments policy Google delisted 23 apps from Indian developers for not complying with its payment policy, impacting businesses relying on Android. Google delisted at least 23 apps from nine Indian developers from its Play Store on Friday for not complying with its payments policy. These include all thirteen apps from Matrimony.com --- such as Bharat Matrimony, Kerala Matrimony and Jodii --- three apps from InfoEdge --- Naukri.com, Naukri Recruiter, and 99Acres --- People Interactive’s Shaadi.com, Alt Balaji’s streaming service ALTT, and streaming services aha and Stage. Delisting them means that users of Android --- the mobile operating system that accounts for almost 95% of India’s smartphone market --- will not be able to search for and download these apps from Google’s official Play Store. Many of the affected apps do not even have apps for iOS. In a blog post on Friday morning, Google had said that it could remove apps that do not c...

Google removes Info Edge's Naukri and 99acres from Google Play Store Google started taking down Android apps from prominent Indian app developers for violating its app billing policy earlier today Info Edge-owned recruitment business Naukri and real estate business 99acres have been delisted from Google Play Store, Moneycontrol has learnt. The apps were not available on Google Play Store at the time of writing article. However, the company's matrimony business JeevanSathi is still available on the Play Store. This is part of Google's drive to purge apps from Indian app developers which the tech giant said have not complied with its app billing policy for an "extended period of time". Info Edge founder Sanjeev Bikchandani earlier told Moneycontrol that they have been compliant with Google's app policies since February 9, when the Supreme Court passed an interim order in a case against Google's app billing policy. He said that all dues of Google have been pa...

Google removes Indian matrimony apps from Playstore over fee dispute The dispute centres on efforts by some Indian startups to stop Google from imposing a fee of 11% to 26% on in-app payments, after the country's antitrust authorities ordered it to dismantle an earlier system of charging 15% to 30%. Google began removing the apps of 10 companies in India on Friday, including some popular matrimony apps such as Bharat Matrimony, in a dispute over service fee payments, potentially sparking a showdown with startup firms. The dispute centres on efforts by some Indian startups to stop Google from imposing a fee of 11% to 26% on in-app payments, after the country's antitrust authorities ordered it to dismantle an earlier system of charging 15% to 30%. But Google effectively received a go-ahead to charge the fee or remove apps after two court decisions in January and February, one by the Supreme Court, not to give any relief to startups. Matrimony.com dating apps Bharat Matrimony, Chr...