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11Aug

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Major Blow For Delhi Cricket As Two Big Names Seek NOC To Switch Domestic Sides | Cricket News

There seems to be no end to troubles for Delhi cricket as former skipper Nitish Rana and last year's top run-getter in Ranji Trophy Dhruv Shorey have sought No Objection Certificate (NOC) from DDCA to ply their trade for other states during the upcoming domestic season. The development was confirmed by DDCA joint secretary Rajan Manchanda on Friday although he assured that both cricketers will be spoken to and given a patient hearing to find out why they want to take such a decision."Yes, it is true that both Dhruv and Nitish want to leave Delhi and have sought NOC. We will definitely request them to stay as both are senior players and have served Delhi cricket. But the final decision will be theirs. If they don't agree, we will certainly give them NOC," Manchanda told PTI.It is underst...

2Aug

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Partial relief on tax for online gaming firms? Find out

After talking tough last time around, the government has sought to provide partial relief to online gaming companies today. Government has decided to levy taxes on online gaming companies on the total funds deposited to play online games and not on every bet, Reuters quoted Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as saying on Wednesday.Last month, the government said it had decided to impose 28% tax on funds that online gaming companies collect from their customers for every bet. The decision to impose a 28 per cent tax on the full face value of bets placed on online games will be implemented from October 1 even though there was demand for a review from states like Delhi and Goa, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Wednesday. The GST Council -- the highest decision making body of t...

11Jul

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Apply online for DRDO jobs: Check when and where to do so

The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has released its recruitment 2023 notification for open vacancies. The open position is for the post of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) on a contract basis in the Information Technology/Cyber Security/ Computer Science engineering discipline. There are 2 vacancies open for the mentioned post. The candidates will be selected based on their application and personal interview. Here's how and when you can apply for this position in DRDO. Important dates for applying onlineThe notification for the post was out on July 10, and the start date to fill out the application form started as soon as the notification was released. The last date to submit the application form is July 20. The personal interview may begin on August 4 in Delh...

29Jun

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AI helps nab cheats in govt job exam; 12 held in Noida, Ghaziabad, 87 across UP

Noida, Jun 28 (PTI) The use of an advanced Artificial Intelligence-based face recognition software has helped the Uttar Pradesh Police arrest 87 suspected cheats who appeared in a government recruitment exam at centres across the state, officials said on Wednesday.They said while the maximum number of suspects were arrested in Lucknow (11), a total of 12 were nabbed in Gautam Buddh Nagar and Ghaziabad districts, adjoining Delhi. Those arrested included dummy candidates known as ‘solvers' who appeared fraudulently in place of actual aspirants and those using unfair means to clear the test for recruitment as Gram Vkas Adhikari (Village Development Officer) conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) on Tuesday. "Under the guidance of Uttar Pradesh ch...

26Jun

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Virat Kohli “Partied All Night And Scored 250”: India Star Narrates Unheard Tale | Cricket News

Virat Kohli will now be seen in action during the tour of West Indies next month.© AFPStar India batter Virat Kohli is driven by 'belief' rather than 'hope', feels veteran India pacer Ishant Sharma. Having played with Kohli since their U-17 days in Delhi, Ishant has seen the ups and downs in the former India captain's career. Known as the 'chase master', Kohli has won so many games for India, especially when other players had a bad day at the office. One such iconic knock came from his bat last year against Pakistan during the T20 World Cup in Australia. Speaking in a recent interaction, Ishant recalled an incident from their U-19 days when Kohli partied all knight and ended up scoring a 250 next day."We were playing a U-19 match in Kolkata. He was batting overnight, yet partied all nig...

9Jun

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Potential of AI in India vast: PM Modi says after meeting ChatGPT creator Sam Altman

OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman, whose company deals with artificial intelligence technologies and has created ChatGPT, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here in New Delhi and discussed various aspects of AI including the need for global regulation.Besides India, Altman is on a six-nation tour this week, including Israel, Jordan, Qatar, the UAE, and South Korea. In a tweet, after meeting Altman, PM Modi wrote that the potential of AI in India's tech ecosystem is vast -- among the youth in particular. "We welcome all collaborations that can accelerate our digital transformation for empowering our citizens," PM Modi wrote.During a session at IIIT Delhi, Altman said they discussed about the opportunities in front of the country and what the country should do in AI."We also felt t...

24May

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Delhi Meat Shop Offers Goods Worth 2100 For Rs 2000 Note, Internet Applauds Marketing Move

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently announced the withdrawal of Rs 2000 notes from circulation, allowing people to exchange or deposit them in their bank accounts by September 30, 2023. Although these notes will remain legal tender until September 30, the news has caused a frenzy on the internet. Memes flooded various platforms, but one meat shop cleverly used this announcement to boost its sales. A Twitter user shared a picture of a message displayed outside the shop, featuring colourful print-outs of the Rs 2000 notes. The message stated, "Give us Rs 2000 note and take goods of Rs 2100 from sardar, a pure meat shop, G.T.B Nagar." The tweet praised the shop owner's innovative advertising strategy, highlighting the smartness of Delhiites compared to the RBI. Take a look at the twe...

17May

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Pizza Hut turns to AI to gauge customers mood, suggest pizzas

Pizza Hut has rolled out its AI-powered mood detector and the company says it has become the first-ever QSR brand to use this tech to understand the mood of its consumers. It added, "For the first time, customers will get personalized pizza recommendations as per their mood." This is part of Pizza Hut's “Your Mood, Your Pizza” campaign. AI comes in the shape of an AI-powered mood detector device that studies facial cues and expressions and gives customers recommendations for pizzas that best match their moods. Pizza Hut is looking to help consumers to choose what they crave. This device has been installed in select restaurants across Delhi, Lucknow, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Chennai. How it worksThe mood detector uses innovative technology that offers a unique and personalized orderin...

21Apr

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Sanya Malhotra Enjoys Delhi’s Famous Momos And Gets Us Craving Some Too

For many of us, heading out means grabbing a plate of momos without a second thought. This street food has become our favorite comfort food lately, and it's hard to resist biting into steaming hot momos as we pass by a vendor. Whether it's chicken, paneer, or tandoori, every version tastes absolutely delicious as long as it's served with some red hot chutney and a dollop of mayonnaise. It's simply yumilicious! If you're a fan of momos, Sanya Malhotra's latest post is definitely for you. She was in Delhi, and the actress made it a point to relish the lip-smacking snack. In a series of Instagram photos, Sanya Malhotra shared how she spent her day in Delhi before returning to Mumbai.Also Read: Sanya Malhotra Is Excited About Snacking On This Desi Street Food According to her, she was in th...

16Mar

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7 Exciting Food And Drinks Festivals In Delhi-NCR That You Must Not Miss This Month

Delhi is known for its vibrant culture and diverse cuisine, making it a food lover's paradise. March 2023 is set to be an exciting month for foodies and drink enthusiasts, with several festivals and events lined up throughout the city. These festivals offer a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the rich and diverse culinary heritage of Delhi, featuring a wide range of dishes and beverages from different regions of India and around the world. Whether you are a local resident or a tourist visiting Delhi, these upcoming food and drink festivals are not to be missed. We have compiled a list of some of the best events taking place in your city.Also read: 5 Best Places In Delhi To Try Regional CuisinesHere're 7 Food And Drinks Festivals In Delhi-NCR In March 2023:1. The Gin Explorer...