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Dell, HP, Foxconn Apply for India Aid in Local Production Push
1Sep By adminNo Comments
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Dell, HP, Foxconn Apply for India Aid in Local Production Push

[ad_1] Some of the world's biggest tech companies, including Dell Technologies Inc., HP Inc. and Apple Inc. supplier Foxconn Technology Group, have applied for state aid to manufacture laptops in India.Indian Premier Narendra Modi's $2.1 billion financial incentive plan — a bid to boost local production of technology hardware such as laptops, personal computers, tablets and servers — has received an overwhelming industry response, Tech Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said Wednesday. Under the plan, companies are entitled to cash back of almost 5% of factory prices of finished products. Sourcing components locally will help manufacturers win more financial benefits. Some 32 companies, including units of homegrown contract manufacturers such as Optiemus Electronics Ltd. and Dixon Technologies I...
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In big move, govt restricts import of laptops, tablets, servers with immediate effect
3Aug By adminNo Comments
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In big move, govt restricts import of laptops, tablets, servers with immediate effect

[ad_1] The Indian government has restricted the imports of items such as laptops, tablets, and servers with immediate effect, it said in a notice issued on Thursday. Announcing this crackdown, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry notified, “Import of Laptops, Tablets, All-in-one Personal Computers, and Ultra small form factor Computers and Servers falling under HSN 8741 shall be 'Restricted' and their import would be allowed against a valid Licence for Restricted Imports.”Previously, the import of items such as personal computers, microcomputers, automatic data processing machines, and mainframe computers did not carry any duty to be paid. However, their import will now be restricted. The Center further notified that the restriction shall not be applicable to imports under baggage rule...
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Google Play games beta on PC! Play Ludo King, Hitwicket Games and other Android games now
14Jul By adminNo Comments
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Google Play games beta on PC! Play Ludo King, Hitwicket Games and other Android games now

[ad_1] Google Play Games beta is now available on PC for Indian users. This application lets users browse, download, and play mobile games on their PCs. Despite being launched last year, the software has only recently been released for a beta test in India in order to gather feedback from users. The company believes that the reviews will enable it to enhance and improve the player experience.Not only PCs, but users can explore mobile games across their phones, tablets, Chromebooks, and PCs. In addition, users in India can also access the app in English and Hindi. About Google Play Games on PCGoogle Play Games on PC is not only available in India but it will also be made available in 60 new regions, making it available in 120 regions in all. By making Android games available in different...
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John Goodenough, a Nobel Prize-winning co-creator of the revolutionary lithium battery, dies at 100
26Jun By adminNo Comments
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John Goodenough, a Nobel Prize-winning co-creator of the revolutionary lithium battery, dies at 100

[ad_1] John Goodenough, who shared the 2019 Nobel Prize in chemistry for his work developing the lithium-ion battery that transformed technology with rechargeable power for devices ranging from cellphones, computers, and pacemakers to electric cars, has died at 100, the University of Texas announced Monday.Goodenough died Sunday at an assisted living facility in Austin, the university announced. No cause of death was given. Goodenough was a faculty member at Texas for nearly 40 years. Goodenough was the oldest person to receive a Nobel Prize when he shared the award with British-born American scientist M. Stanley Whittingham and Japan's Akira Yoshino. “Live to 97 and you can do anything,” Goodenough said when the Nobel was awarded, adding he was grateful he wasn't forced to retire at 65...
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5 best gifting ideas for Diwali: Smartphones, earbuds, smartwatches; The list goes on
15Oct By adminNo Comments
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5 best gifting ideas for Diwali: Smartphones, earbuds, smartwatches; The list goes on

[ad_1] Make this Diwali special for your loved ones by gifting them something they love. From smartphones, smartwatches to earphones, here are some of the considerable options. Celebrated every year by millions of people, Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is one of the most significant festivals in Indian culture. It is also probably the favorite and most celebrated Indian festival even by non-Indians worldwide. The beautiful festival of light celebrates new beginnings (also known as the Hindu New year) and the triumph of good over evil. The auspicious occasion of Diwali is an occasion where you need some great gifting ideas. Diwali gifts could be tricky. If you want to make sure that you give your family and family a meaningful and memorable gift, here are some gifts for ...
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