VIRTUAL MODE
Companies go into T20 World Cup mode for employee bonding
Companies, including PhysicsWallah, CashKaro, Tredence, University Living, Pluxee, PeepalCo and Fat Tiger, have plans to mix work with pleasure by screening matches, curating special menus, setting up virtual gaming zones, organising World Cup-themed contests and some may even reward employees with cash prizes and passes to matches. The idea is to break the monotony of everyday tasks at work and foster a positive work culture, bonhomie, and a shared love of sports, HR heads of these firms said. Edtech unicorn, PhysicsWallah, is hosting the Physics Wallah Premiere League, a cricket tournament set to run from June 7-9.
New RuPay payment mechanism using NFC: Know who will benefit from it and who may not need it
NFC sticker powered by RuPay: A silicon sticker powered by RuPay using near field communication (NFC) technology is set to be launched. This sticker can be fixed on any solid surface and requires no internet or power and is also waterproof. You can use this NFC sticker for payments at any NCMC enabled terminals in Assam ASTC, Delhi metro, Mumbai BEST, etc.
Parag Rao explains how HDFC Bank virtual credit card works
Parag Rao, Country Head of Payments Business at HDFC Bank, highlights growth opportunities in the credit card space with the digital ecosystem of HDFC Bank Virtual Credit Card, targeting Gen Z and millennial customers for digital empowerment.
Overwatch 2 Porsche Collab Event: All you may want to know
Overwatch 2's collaboration with Porsche introduces a thrilling new event featuring exclusive game modes and stunning cosmetics. Scheduled to commence on May 14, the event promises an unforgettable experience for players. With details about the game mode under wraps, fans are eagerly anticipating the official announcement from Blizzard.
DMVS Admission 2024: Registration deadline extended for Class 9. Eligibility, how to apply & other FAQs
Delhi Model Virtual School extends Class 9 admission deadline to April 14, 2024. Virtual learning for grades 9-12. Applicants aged 13-18 by March 31, 2024, with Class 8 completion in the last 2 years eligible.
Browsing in incognito mode doesn't protect you as much as you might think
A settlement disclosed Monday in a federal court is primarily designed to ensure that users who use Incognito mode in Chrome get more privacy while surfing the internet than they had been previously.
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Security challenges in Indian neighbourhood discussed during Army Commanders conference: Sources
The Army's apex leadership discussed geopolitical and security challenges in the Indian neighborhood during the Army Commanders' Conference, held at Manekshaw Centre. The conference, a hybrid event, included virtual sessions on March 28 and physical meetings on April 1-2. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will address the conference to assess the security situation. The conference aims to ensure the Army remains progressive, adaptive, and future-ready, focusing on operational effectiveness and readiness for future challenges.
Army commanders to brainstorm conceptual issues, review, assess overall security situation
The Army Commanders' Conference for 2024 will be held in hybrid mode, starting with a virtual conference on March 28 and followed by a physical conference in New Delhi on April 1 and 2. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will address the conference and interact with senior military leaders. The conference provides a crucial platform for the Indian Army's top leadership to discuss strategic issues, set priorities, and make policy decisions. It will focus on operational effectiveness, innovation, and soldiers' welfare, with talks by subject-matter experts on geopolitical impacts on national security.
Rajnath Singh to address Army commanders' conference on April 2
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will address the Army Commanders' Conference on April 2, where senior military leaders will evaluate the security situation. The conference will be hybrid, starting virtually on March 28 and then in person from April 1-2. It's a vital forum for top Indian Army leaders to discuss strategic issues, set priorities, and make policy decisions. The agenda includes talks on geopolitics' impact on national security and discussions on operational effectiveness, innovation, and soldiers' welfare.
Paytm may switch to third-party app mode to keep UPI
Currently, those using Paytm to make UPI payments have virtual payment addresses (VPAs) ending in @paytm. After March 1, customers might find this changing to some other bank’s handle. Paytm aims to use three or more banks to start issuing new VPAs to its customers for use from next month, sources said.
Leaders will have to learn new collaborative and communication methods in the world of hybrid work
The debate over remote, office, and hybrid work modes continues to divide the workforce and leadership. Companies are leaning towards hybrid options to keep employees happy, posing a challenge for C-suite executives in navigating multiple situations and models. Recent data reveals that employees value 'time autonomy' as a crucial benefit, deepening their connection with their work.
Why Apple is pushing the term 'spatial computing' along with its new Vision Pro headset
With Apple's hotly anticipated Vision Pro headset hitting store shelves Friday, you're probably going to start to see more people wearing the futuristic googles that are supposed to usher in the age of "spatial computing."
Tech advancement for ensuring hybrid mode of hearing is work in progress: SC
The top court, which has been issuing slew of directions from time to time to ensure that no lawyer and litigant are denied access to video conferencing facility or hearing through hybrid mode, has deferred the hearing on a plea to February 12.
Android users might soon be able to use ChatGPT as default virtual assistant on smartphones
Developers are enhancing ChatGPT for Android users with exciting new features. The upcoming update introduces 'com.openai.voice.assistant.AssistantActivity,' enabling users to set ChatGPT as their default virtual assistant.
Honkai: Star Rail 1.6 Update: Check out release date, new characters, banners, game modes, events and more
Honkai: Star Rail version 1.6, releasing on December 27, unveils new characters Ruan Mei, Xueyi, and Dr. Ratio. The update introduces a Pure Fiction game mode, where players face respawning enemies, aiming to achieve the highest score and earn up to 720 Stellar Jades. Various events and major updates in the Simulated Universe and Memory of Chaos enhance the gaming experience.
Shopping online? Here are some Dos and Don’ts to ensure privacy and security
Sophos, a global innovator of cybersecurity solutions, has released ten tips that can secure your online shopping and contribute to a safer digital ecosystem. Have a look.
India taking steps to avoid virtual protests at G20 summit
Amid concerns that Western leaders might boycott appearing on screen during Putin's remarks, the formula being considered is that each leader would appear solo on the screen. There might be a couple of shots where G20 leaders could appear on screen in a kaleidoscope format.
Meta unveils new Quest 3 VR headset at $499
Meta has unveiled its Quest 3 VR headset, priced at $499, which offers improvements over its predecessor. The standout feature of the Quest 3 is its "passthrough" mode, allowing users to seamlessly transition between the virtual and real world. Other upgrades include a more powerful Qualcomm chip, improved screens, and "pancake lenses" for sharper images. The Quest 3 is available for pre-order now, with shipments scheduled for October 10. The release of the Quest 3 is expected to spark competition with Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset.
These tips will help you ace virtual meetings
Video conferencing has become the norm in the workplace even after the Covid-19 pandemic. Tools such as Zoom, Google Meets, Skype, and Microsoft Teams are widely used, especially by freelancers, remote workers, and hybrid companies. However, virtual meetings have a set of rules and etiquette that people must follow. These include getting acquainted with the technology, picking a suitable background, learning when to mute and unmute, dressing appropriately, making eye contact, and placing the camera correctly.
Now you can open Google Docs on Android directly in edit mode
Google has updated its Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides apps, opening them in edit mode as standard to provide a "more creation-focused experience" for users. Doc users will no longer have to tap on a pencil icon to start typing on a new document.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to attend virtual SCO summit on July 4
In a statement, it said Sharif's participation in the summit illustrates the high importance that Pakistan attaches to the SCO, which is an important forum for regional security and prosperity, and enhanced engagement with the region.
Google brings new features to Meet's picture-in-picture mode in Chrome
Earlier, Google only allowed users to turn their camera or microphone on and off or leave the meeting from the picture-in-picture window.
Decision to host SCO summit in virtual mode based on various factors: MEA
The MEA said heads of six international and regional organisations have also been invited to the summit. The organisations are the UN, the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), CSTO (Collective Security Treaty Organization), EAEU (Eurasian Economic Union) and CICA (Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia).
India to host SCO summit in virtual format on July 4
All the SCO member states-China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan-have been invited to attend the summit. In addition, Iran, Belarus and Mongolia have been invited as observer states. As per SCO tradition, Turkmenistan has also been invited as the guest of the chair. Heads of the two SCO bodies-the Secretariat and the SCO RATS-will also be present.
How Chennai firm Medisim VR is training India’s future doctors through virtual reality
A company in Chennai has developed and deployed a virtual reality system that can help medical students get hands-on experience with various procedures before even coming near a patient.
Pakistan & China unlikely to participate SCO NSA meet physically & expected in virtual mode
Pakistan and China are expected to be present virtually at the meet that will be attended by NSAs from Russia and Central Asia including Russian NSA Nikolay Patrushev in preparation for the July summit.
Better without its own budget! 5 stocks from railways sector with upside scope of up to 20 %
Railways is not only India’s largest employer in terms of having more than a million employees but also it is one of the biggest spenders on infrastructure, which makes it one of biggest buyers of steel, cement, engineering services in the country. Over the last seven years, the trend in the capital expenditure by railways has seen a distinct change, from being ad hoc in nature, it is far more planned and effective in terms of delivery, which helped improve the operating matrix of many companies.
JKLF chief Yasin Malik appears in special court in Rubaiya Sayeed kidnapping case via virtual mode
During the last hearing on July 15, Rubaiya had identified five accused, including Malik, and "the question of identifying the accused again today (on Thursday) was never there", Kohli said. Malik on Thursday once again insisted on physical appearance to cross-examine the witness. Rubaiya was abducted from near Lal Ded Hospital on December 8, 1989. She was freed five days later after the then VP Singh government, supported by the BJP, released five terrorists in exchange.
Google updates 'Safe Browsing mode' to provide extra layer of security from harmful URLs, virtual threats
The 'Safe Browsing mode' protects not only Google website but also other products.
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