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Posted: 20 Feb 2020 08:37 AM PST

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Strangers On A Train: The Highs And Lows Of My 2-Day Rail Journey From Chicago To LA

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:29 AM PST

15 hours into my inaugural long-haul train trip — a $146-dollar (coach class), 44-hour, 2,265-mile excursion through eight states — the experience hasn't stopped surprising me.

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Why Do Corporations Speak The Way They Do?

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 06:25 AM PST

The pernicious spread of corporatespeak — or garbage language — which permeates the ways we think of our jobs and shapes our identities as workers.

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This 10-Second Video Shows How Much The Population Density In The US Has Changed In The Past 200 Years

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 10:09 AM PST

it's 200 years of population migration and growth history captured in 10 seconds.

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Snowboarder Senses An Avalanche Is Near, Clings To Rockface To Keep Himself Safe

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 06:59 AM PST

"I was snowboarding down this couloir in the Utah backcountry. I had suspicions that the slope might give way, so I approached it on high alert. I saw the slope fracture 200 feet in front of me and was able to grab ahold of the rocks to keep myself in place."

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A Single Tree The Size Of A Forest

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 08:42 AM PST

Flourishing within one of India's driest regions, the banyan tree Thimmamma Marrimanu has become an enduring symbol of eternal life.

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The Great Buenos Aires Bank Heist

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:11 AM PST

An all-star crew got rich pulling off the perfect caper. But no one expected what happened next.

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Michael Bloomberg Is Not Just Rich, He's Dirty Stinking Rich

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:56 AM PST

Michael Bloomberg is worth $62.8 billion. It's hard to grasp how much money that actually is, but Mother Jones attempted to try.

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Why Are HIV Drugs Being Used To Treat The New Coronavirus?

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 02:25 PM PST

On Tuesday, the Japanese government announced it will begin clinical trials to test treatments for the deadly new coronavirus.

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Why Do Successful Women Pretend To Be A Mess?

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 06:00 AM PST

What Liz Lemon and Chrissy Teigen reveal about "hot mess syndrome."

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Wild Footage Shows US Military Vehicle Running Russian Vehicle Off The Road In Syria

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 06:15 AM PST

Road rage is everywhere — including on the streets of war-torn Syria.

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Your Brain Will Trick You Into Thinking This Oil Painting Of A Banana In An Aluminum Pan Is Three-Dimensional

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:40 AM PST

Dutch painter Rutger Hiemstra creates a brilliant optical illusion to make you think you can grab this banana out of an aluminum container — but it's flat.

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Who Won, Who Lost And Takeaways From The Democratic Debate

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 06:27 PM PST

Warren gave herself a big jolt, Sanders deflected attacks on his frontrunning campaign and Bloomberg took heat from everyone.

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These Beautiful Maps Show The History Of Our World

Posted: 21 Nov 2019 02:16 PM PST

Need to brush up on your world history and geography? These maps hold the key to a better understanding. Plus, they look cool as hell.

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How A Quarterback In The NFL Spent His First $1 Million

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:06 PM PST

From a Bentley to clothes, Dwayne Haskins explains where all of his money went from his first year in the NFL.

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The 19th-Century Nurse Who Was Secretly A Serial Killer

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:12 AM PST

"Jolly Jane" Toppan overcame a miserable Dickensian childhood to become a medical professional patients adored. She was also slowly murdering them one by one.

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Malamute Does Not Want To Take A Bath And Hilariously Tries To Hide To Escape His Wretched Plight

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 03:00 PM PST

You'd think that there is very little space to hide in a bathroom, but boy, you would be wrong.

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Does NASA Need The Moon To Go To Mars?

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 10:24 AM PST

NASA definitely wants to go to Mars. But does it need the moon to get there?

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Scientists Attached Cameras To 30 Antarctic Whales And The Footage From Their Perspective Is Amazing

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 11:40 AM PST

Here's an unprecedented view of how Antarctic minke whales behave in their habitats.

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Want to Be Taller? Radical Surgery Permanently Extends Your Legs

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:26 AM PST

Orthopedic surgeons have begun offering leg lengthening — long offered as a corrective procedure for congenital defects — to insecure, short men.

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The Highlights From Last Night's Democratic Primary Debate, In Four Clips

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:02 AM PST

On Wednesday night, verbal fireworks flew as six Democratic candidates duked it out in a Las Vegas debate on MSNBC, ahead of the Nevada caucuses. Here are several of the most memorable moments during Wednesday's debate.

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Inside X, Google's Top-Secret Moonshot Factory

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:46 PM PST

X - formerly Google X - aims to pursue technological breakthroughs by taking crazy ideas seriously. When will its bets pay off?

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Meet One Of The Earliest Victims Of Internet Bullying

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:29 AM PST

An interview with a teenage Boy Scout falsely accused of sending harassing messages in 1994.

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Man Sings Not Only Every Choir Part Of Star Wars' 'Duel Of The Fates,' But Also Sings The Whole Orchestra

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:13 PM PST

Who said you need musical instruments other than the human voice to create an orchestra?

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John Krasinski's Second Act Didn't Pick Up Where Jim Left Off. You Mad?

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 07:26 AM PST

Ahead of his highly-anticipated A "Quiet Place Part II," the director discusses the politics of his work, an "Office" reunion, and Marvel movies.

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Elizabeth Warren Goes After Mike Bloomberg Over His Sexual Harassment NDAs In The Most Explosive Moment Of Wednesday's Debate

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:42 PM PST

The fieriest moment of Wednesday's debate (and, it seems, any of the recent debates) came when Mike Bloomberg was asked about allegations of inappropriate workplace behavior towards women.

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The Mysterious Company Taking JUUL's Place

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 03:19 PM PST

Puff Bar's popularity is surging, but no one knows anything about the mysterious company.

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Drop In New Coronavirus Cases Reported In China After Change In Diagnostic Criteria

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 06:35 AM PST

Chinese authorities reported 394 new cases in the latest 24-hour span, down sharply from the 1,749 reported the day before.

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What It Would Look Like If A Dude's Brain On Tinder Was A TV Writers' Room

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:32 PM PST

A bro's brain is envisioned as a heated writer's room, where potential ice breakers are debated back-and-forth.

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The Surprisingly Meticulous Way Wine Corks Are Made

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:25 PM PST

There are more steps involved in the process than you might think.

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Golden Gate Bridge Officials Go After Photographer For Photo Taken From 'Illegal Angle'

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:13 PM PST

A San Francisco-based photographer is facing some legal backlash from the Golden Gate Bridge District over a photo that they claim he took from a restricted area.

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Watch How A Neural Network Transforms Choppy 24 FPS Videos Into Smooth 60 FPS

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:19 PM PST

A stunning demonstration of how Depth-Aware Video Frame Interpolation technology can radically improve video playback quality.

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This $12 Million Yacht Is Made Entirely Of Stainless Steel And It's A First For The Industry

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:43 PM PST

The towering "mansion yacht" was one of the most buzzed-about debuts at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show last year.

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A Taxonomy Of Movie Dogs

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 06:45 AM PST

The dog movie industry is booming in 2020, but Hollywood has always exploited our canine obsession for box office success. And so it's finally time to organize every kind of movie mutt into one helpful document.

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Do Crosswalk Buttons Do Anything?

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 06:08 AM PST

No need to jaywalk — your crosswalk signal will appear eventually. But it might not be because you pressed the button.

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The Growing Crisis In Cosmology

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 06:09 AM PST

Unexplained discrepancies are appearing in measurements of how rapidly the universe is expanding.

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Why Finland's Schools Perform So Much Better Than The Rest Of The Developed World

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 11:39 AM PST

Finland's education system is considered one of the most efficient in the world, with students spending less time in a classroom yet still performing well.

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Before He Dies On Mars, Jeff Bezos Wants To Live In Hollywood

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:51 PM PST

Amazon is deploying its flywheel machine on the entertainment business.

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The End Of The IPO As We Know It?

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 06:13 AM PST

Founders, companies, and investors are rebelling against the investment banks — and taking matters into their own hands.

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Constance Wu Made $600 In One Night At A Strip Club Doing Research For 'Hustlers'

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:55 PM PST

Constance Wu went undercover at a strip club to prepare for her role in "Hustlers" — and made bank.

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What A Sanders Win In Nevada Would Really Mean

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 03:33 PM PST

In short, it would up the chances of a contested convention.

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How One Man And His Dog Rowed More Than 700 Kākāpōs To Safety

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:41 PM PST

In the late 19th century, Richard Henry laid a blueprint for modern conservation in New Zealand — and saved a lot of birds along the way.

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The Video Game That Lets You Make Video Games

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:09 PM PST

In "Dreams," the objective isn't to win a game but to create one. Could it change the industry?

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Posted: 20 Feb 2020 04:52 AM PST

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Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- February 19, 2020

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:01 PM PST



Murat Sofuoglu, TRT World: Why did Russia-Turkey talks over Idlib fail?

Ankara and Damascus appear to be heading towards a military confrontation as Russia, the main backer of the Assad regime, fails to stick to its word on Idlib.

Following intense talks in Moscow on Tuesday, Turkish and Russian delegations failed to reach any consensus over the Assad regime's ongoing offensive in the Idlib province, the last opposition stronghold.

The regime offensive has already killed hundreds of civilians, forcing more than 900,000 people to flee from their homes to slightly safer areas next to the Turkish border.

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Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- February 19, 2020

At the Turkey-Syria Border, 'It's Like the End of the World' -- Carlotta Gall, New York Times

Syrian army makes gains in Idlib, opposition blames Turkey -- Khaled al-Khateb, Al-Monitor

Aleppo shows Syria is broken in too many places -- Kareem Shaheen, The National

China is trying to rewrite the definition of human rights, and Australia has a last chance to resist -- Nicholas Bequelin, ABC News Online

Why Iran's reformists are likely to lose parliamentary vote -- Arwa Ibrahim, Al Jazeera

Will China and India Collaborate or Feud Over Afghanistan? -- Zoe Leung and L Michael Depp, National Interest

An Ignoble End in Afghanistan? -- Thomas Joscelyn, The Dispatch

Coronavirus 'lab leakage' rumors spreading -- Franck Chen, Asia Times

China economy: Why it matters to you -- BBC

How the coronavirus crisis destroyed the Xi 'myth' -- Gordon Watts, Asia Times

Factbox: Global efforts to develop vaccines, drugs to fight the coronavirus -- Reuters

Could Poland catch up with Germany's economy? -- Jo Harper, DW

Munich conference reveals East-West divide -- Pepe Escobar, Asia Times

World News Briefs -- February 19, 2020

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 03:37 PM PST

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan addresses members of his ruling AK Party during a meeting at the Parliament in Ankara, Turkey, February 19, 2020. Turkish Presidential Press Office/Handout via REUTERS

Reuters: Turkey edges towards direct conflict with Russian-backed Syria

ANKARA/AMMAN (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday a military operation by his forces to push back a Syrian government offensive against rebels in northwest Syria was now "a matter of time" after talks with Russia failed to halt the assault.

Turkish troops have already massed inside the Idlib region and more were heading to the border area, bringing NATO member Turkey and Russian-backed Syria close to the brink of direct confrontation.

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MIDDLE EAST

Iraq PM-designate calls for confidence vote Monday.

Erdogan threatens 'imminent' Turkish operation in Syria.

Erdogan: It's only 'matter of time' before Turkish forces fight in Idlib.

Pompeo warns Iran must be held accountable for Baghdad attacks.

Iran reports two coronavirus deaths, becoming 28th country or territory to report infections.

US sanctions 'targeting' patients, say doctors at Iranian cancer hospital.

Apathy runs high in Tehran as Iran gears up for parliament vote.

Turkey ramps up Gulen crackdown with nearly 700 arrests.

Egypt building new wall along Gaza border.

UAE loads fuel rods at Arab world's first nuclear plant.

ASIA

U.S. special envoy discusses Taliban deal with re-elected Afghan president.

Afghan warlord denounces Ghani vote 'coup' but streets calm.

China's Hubei reports 349 new coronavirus cases, lowest since Jan. 25.

Coronavirus: China receives protective gear from US as death toll passes 2,000.

Coronavirus: Diamond Princess cruise ship passengers disembark as deaths hit 2,000.

South Korea confirms record number of COVID-19 patients.

Afghan election challenger Abdullah declares himself president, announces parallel government.

Indonesian military say Papuan separatist killed in shootout.

North Korea slams Japan for U.S. drills.

India is now the world's 5th largest economy.

AFRICA

Five dead hostages found after eastern DR Congo massacre.

Coronavirus study pinpoints African nations' vulnerabilities.

WHO sends coronavirus test kits to African nations after first coronavirus case confirmed.

Egypt, Algeria, South Africa at 'high risk' for coronavirus, analysis finds.

East Africa braces for more locusts. Desert locust plague spreads across East Africa. Locusts swarm into crisis-hit South Sudan as plague spreads across east Africa.

Libya government, Haftar's forces dim hopes of salvaging U.N. ceasefire talks. UN-backed govt in Libya suspends talks after Haftar forces attack Tripoli port.

Libya: LNA says Tripoli port attack targeted Turkish weapons.

CAR says 12 rebels killed in clash with UN troops.

Longtime leader Gnassingbe seeks fourth term in Togo's election.

US warns South Africa over land seizures.

EUROPE

Julian Assange offered presidential pardon from Donald Trump to say Russia not involved in Democrats hack, court hears.

Uighur persecution: German politicians condemn China's 'modern slave exploitation machine'.

Elgin Marbles, other treasures to become tense point in Brexit negotiations.

Brexit deal 'a different ball game' to Canada agreement, warns EU.

Emmanuel Macron vows to 'win the battle' against Muslims creating separate communities in France. Macron unveils curbs on foreign imams in France to combat 'separatism'.

Angela Merkel says she won't interfere in search for CDU successor.

Britain to close borders to unskilled, non-English speakers.

UK cash economy close to collapse, campaigners tell chancellor.

Westminster Abbey bells sound to mark Prince Andrew's 60th birthday.

Reports: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle may be ordered to give up 'Sussex' brand.

AMERICAS

Poll: Sanders now leading 2020 Democrats by 15 points.

Senate Health Committee announces hearing on U.S. coronavirus response.

SPECIAL REPORT-Convicted criminals are among the special police terrorizing Venezuela.

Mexican national held in Florida, accused of spying on US for Russia.

More protesters block train tracks in Wet'suwet'en pipeline fight.

EU puts Cayman Islands on tax haven blacklist.

Boy Scouts of America files for bankruptcy in step towards sexual abuse compensation fund.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Somalia: Al-Shabab fighters attack military bases.

Judge weighs how to keep Guantánamo's 9/11 trial on track.

Caliphate wives share their stories year after ISIS defeat: Reporter's Notebook.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record closing highs, lifted by China stimulus hopes.

World Bank aid 'leakage' may flow to tax havens: study.

Coronavirus 'could cost global economy $1.1tn in lost income'.

Facebook expresses 'deep concern' after Singapore orders page block.

Boeing finds debris in fuel tanks of grounded 737 MAX aircraft.

Iran Will Not Hand Over The Black Box Of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:27 PM PST

The crate containing purportedly the two black boxes recovered from the crashed Ukrainian airliner, Boeing 737-800, is seen in this still image taken from a video, in Tehran, Iran January 10, 2020.IRIB VIA WANA/Handout via REUTERS

Reuters: Iran won't hand over 'damaged' black box of Ukraine plane: ministers

DUBAI (Reuters) - The black box of a Ukrainian passenger plane accidentally shot down over Iran last month is damaged but Iran will not hand it over to another country despite pressure for access, top Iranian ministers said on Wednesday, according to state media.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said last week he had "impressed upon" Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif that a complete and independent investigation into the shooting down of the airliner had to be carried out.

Many of the 176 who perished in the disaster were Iranians with dual citizenship, which is not recognized by Iran. Canada had 57 citizens on board.

"We have a right to read the black box ourselves. We have a right to be present at any examination of the black box," Zarif said.

"If we are supposed to give the black box to others for them to read it in our place then this is something we will definitely not do," he said.

Defense Minister Amir Hatami said the flight data recording box had "sustained noticeable damage and the defense industry has been requested to help in reconstructing (it)."

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WNU Editor: Cannot say that I am surprised.

President Erdogan Warns That A Turkish Military Offensive On Syria's Idlib Is 'Only A Matter Of Time'

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:20 PM PST



VOA/RFE: Erdogan: Talks With Russia Unsatisfactory, Turkish Offensive in Syria 'Matter Of Time'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned that a military operation in the northwestern Syrian region of Idlib was a "matter of time" if President Bashar al-Assad's forces fail to withdraw behind Turkish military positions — prompting criticism from Moscow.

The Syrian Army's offensive, backed by Russian air support, has triggered the biggest wave of refugees in the nine-year conflict.

Erdogan told lawmakers from his ruling AK Party on February 19 that talks with Russia, which has been the main backer of the Assad regime, were far from meeting Ankara's demands.

He said Turkey, which supports rebels who want to remove Assad from power, was determined to make Idlib a secure zone "no matter the cost," even as it continues its dialogue with Russia.

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WNU Editor: Russia is issuing its own warning .... Russia warns Turkey, blocks UN bid to end Syria bloodshed (AFP).

More News On President Erdogan Warning That A Turkish Military Offensive On Syria's Idlib Is 'Only A Matter Of Time'

Syria war: Turkish operation in Idlib 'only a matter of time' -- BBC
Turkish offensive on Syria's Idlib 'only a matter of time', warns Erdogan -- France 24
Turkey threatens 'imminent' attack on Syria's Idlib after Russia talks -- DW
Erdogan threatens 'imminent' Turkish operation in Syria -- Al Jazeera
Russia and Turkey failed to reach agreement at Syria talks: Lavrov -- Reuters
Syria war: Why does the battle for Idlib matter? -- BBC

These Maps Reveal How The Coronavirus Spread Around The World

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:09 PM PST

Iran today became the latest country embroiled in the global battle. Two people, about whom no details have been released, are being treated in Qom, 86miles south of Tehran

Daily Mail: How coronavirus spread around the world: Maps reveal the way the deadly infection swept through China and leaped into 26 more countries in just seven weeks

* Iran today became the latest country to declare the infection had spread there
* The outbreak began on December 31 in the Hubei province of China
* More than 75,000 people have been infected now and 2,012 have died

A series of maps has revealed how the coronavirus outbreak has spread through China and leaped to at least 26 other countries around the world.

More than 74,000 people have now been infected with the virus in China and 2,006 people have died there, but international cases continue to crop up.

They have been found in 26 countries and three Chinese territories, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.

Iran today became the latest country to declare the infection had spread there, confirming there are now two patients being treated in Qom, south of Tehran.

And South Korea almost doubled its number of patients from 31 to 51 overnight, making it one of the worst affected places alongside Japan and Singapore.

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WNU Editor: Within 6 weeks this virus has spread from China to Hong Kong, Macau, and 27 countries. That is a fast moving virus.

The First Fatalities In The Middle East From The Coronavirus Have Been Reported In Iran

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:37 PM PST



Al Jazeera: Two die of coronavirus in Iran, first fatalities in Middle East

Elderly people die in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the holy city of Qom, officials say.

Tehran, Iran - Two elderly people have died in Iran after testing positive for the new coronavirus, according to health officials.

The deaths on Wednesday were the outbreak's first fatalities in the Middle East.

"Two elderly people have died due to coronavirus in the city of Qom, south of Tehran," Alireza Vahabzadeh, an adviser to Iran's health minister, told Al Jazeera on Wednesday.

"The two victims had suffered acute lung infections due to their infection with the coronavirus," he added.

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WNU Editor: Two patients were two elderly Iranians in the city of Qom. How did they get infected?

More News On The The First Fatalities In The Middle East From The Coronavirus Being Reported In Iran

Iran state news agency says new virus has killed 2 citizens -- AP
Two Iranians die after testing positive for coronavirus: official -- Reuters
Coronavirus kills two Iranians, first Mideast deaths -- France 24
Iran reports two coronavirus deaths, becoming 28th country or territory to report infections -- ABC News Online
Coronavirus: Iran reports two suspected fatal cases at Qom hospital -- BBC

First Passengers Disembark From Virus-Infected Cruise Ship In Japan

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:26 PM PST







Daily Mail: 'I've seen Ebola and I was scared - the bureaucrats were in charge': Japanese expert reveals his horror at medical bungling aboard Coronavirus cruise ship that has incubated over 600 infections

* Japanese disease expert Kentaro Iwata said conditions on the Diamond Princess were 'completely chaotic'
* Infectious diseases expert is one of many scientists to slam quarantine in video that racked up a million views
* He placed himself in 14-day quarantine to avoid giving it to his family after 542 were infected during lockdown
* Iwata was in Africa during the Ebola outbreak and China in 2003 to deal with SARS but was never scared of getting infected myself before

A Japanese disease expert has branded the Diamond Princess quarantine a 'major failure', 'completely inadequate' and a 'mistake' as he slammed the 'bureaucrats' in charge.

Kentaro Iwata said the situation on board the vessel was worse than outbreaks he had dealt with in the past, such as Ebola in Africa and the 2003 SARS crisis in China, as he feared he would also be infected.

The professor said in a YouTube video that on board the Diamond Princess was the only time he feared getting disease himself.

He placed himself in a 14-day quarantine for fear of infecting his family after a brief visit on board the ship yesterday.

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More News On The Coronavirus-Infected Cruise Ship Diamond Princess

Coronavirus cases climb to 621 on Japan cruise liner as some passengers leave -- Reuters
First passengers disembark from virus-infected cruise ship -- UPI
Coronavirus quarantine finally ends for Australians on Diamond Princess, but isolation in Darwin awaits -- ABC News Online
Passengers from virus-hit cruise liner start disembarking in Japan -- France 24
Coronavirus: Passengers leave Diamond Princess amid criticism of Japan -- BBC
Finally let off cruise, passengers desperate for flight home -- AP
Why are cruise ships so dangerous when it comes to viruses spreading? -- Yahoo News

Covid-19 Outbreak -- News Updates February 19, 2020

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:04 PM PST



Al Jazeera: Coronavirus: Which countries have confirmed cases?

Cases of the virus, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan, have been reported around the world.

New cases of infection with a new coronavirus known as COVID-19, which emerged in the Chinese city of Wuhan, are being reported daily around the world.

In mainland China, 2,004 people have died, while 74,185 infections have been confirmed, according to government figures.

Hundreds of cases have been confirmed elsewhere, with the virus being recorded in several countries in the Asia-Pacific region as well as Europe, North America, Africa and the Middle East.

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Live Updates

Latest on coronavirus spreading in China and beyond -- Reuters
Coronavirus: two people die in Iran as cruise ship Britons face Wirral quarantine - latest updates -- The Guardian
China coronavirus outbreak: All the latest updates -- Al Jazeera
Live updates: China strikes upbeat note on coronavirus as businesses reopen; Hong Kong reports second death -- The Washington Post
Coronavirus live updates: Fed sees risk to global growth, CDC issues Hong Kong travel guidelines -- CNBC

Covid-19 Outbreak Worldwide -- News Updates February 19, 2020

Coronavirus cases climb to 621 on Japan cruise liner as some passengers leave -- Reuters
Iran state news agency says new virus has killed 2 citizens -- AP
Russia to let in Chinese with business visas amid entry ban -- AP
North Korea quarantines in place for coronavirus: envoy -- Reuters
South Korea reports 20 new coronavirus cases, church services at center of outbreak -- Reuters
Coronavirus: as 15 cases linked to Daegu church cluster, South Korea warns of mass gatherings -- SCMP
South Korea confirms record number of COVID-19 patients -- UPI
WHO sends coronavirus test kits to African nations after first coronavirus case confirmed -- SCMP
Egypt, Algeria, South Africa at 'high risk' for coronavirus, analysis finds -- UPI
Man 'no longer' has coronavirus in Egypt -- BBC
CDC issues travel guidelines for Hong Kong after second coronavirus-related death in the city -- CNBC
Senate Health Committee announces hearing on U.S. coronavirus response -- The Hill
Coronavirus: How a misleading map went global -- BBC
Scientists map the part of the coronavirus that lets it infect human cells - and say their discovery could be the key to a vaccine in under two years -- Daily Mail
Coronavirus vaccine could be available 'within months', claims Oxford University scientist whose team is 'rapidly' working out how to stop the disease -- Daily Mail
Speed science: The risks of swiftly spreading coronavirus research -- Reuters
Scientists announce 'breakthrough' atomic map of coronavirus -- France 24

Covid-19 Outbreak In China -- News Updates February 19, 2020

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:56 PM PST



Daily Mail: Another Wuhan hospital chief 'is infected with coronavirus' a day after a leading doctor died of the disease

Dr Wang Ping of Wuhan No.8 Hospital has been infected, state media said today
News comes a day after the chief of Wuhan Wuchang Hospital died of the virus
Novel coronavirus has killed seven health workers and infected 1,700 of them
Chinese people have accused officials of trying to cover up the death of medics

Another hospital chief at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak has reportedly been hospitalised after contracting the disease.

Dr Wang Ping, the head of Wuhan No. 8 Hospital, was being treated at the city's Jinyintan Hospital, state media said today.

Just yesterday, the director of Wuhan Wuchang Hospital died of the disease following 'all-out rescue efforts'.

Coronavirus has killed seven health workers and infected more than 1,700 medical staff in China.

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Covid-19 Outbreak In China -- News Updates February 19, 2020

Coronavirus: China receives protective gear from US as death toll passes 2,000 -- SCMP
Coronavirus death toll tops 2,000 -- UPI
Chinese film director Chang Kai and family die from coronavirus -- The Guardian
China vice premier says Hubei virus control improving, situation still severe -- Reuters
Movement restrictions in and out of China 'helping contain' virus -- Al JAzeera
China's virus center vows no patient unchecked as cases fall -- AP
Coronavirus: China's east coast provinces offer chartered transport, rewards to get rural migrants back to work -- SCMP
China's handling of coronavirus is a diplomatic challenge for WHO -- The Guardian
Dissent becomes the next victim of coronavirus as China cracks down -- The Guardian
China won't send officials to G20 meeting amid virus outbreak: sources -- Reuters
Timeline: How China's new coronavirus spread -- Al Jazeera

Seventy-Five Years Ago United States Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone Was Killed At Iwo Jima

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:32 PM PST

United States Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone

WNU Editor: For more on United States Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone go here .... John Basilone (Wikipedia).

World News Briefs -- February 19, 2020

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:31 PM PST



CNBC: Iran says two test positive for coronavirus, global death toll tops 2,000

* China's National Health Commission said there was a total of 74,185 confirmed cases as of Feb. 18, and 2,004 people have died so far.
* South Korea confirmed 15 additional cases, bringing the total number of affected patients to 46.
* A second person, a 70-year-old man, has died in Hong Kong from the infection, a spokeswoman at the Princess Margaret Hospital told CNBC.

Iranian authorities reported two suspected cases of the coronavirus on Wednesday, according to the country's semi-official ISNA news agency.

A health ministry spokesperson said both cases were in the city of Qom ad the patients had been put into isolation.

"The next stages of testing are underway and the final results of these tests will be released to the public once they have been determined," Kiyanoush Jahanpour, a spokesperson at Iran's health ministry, said in a statement, ISNA reported.

Iran has not previously confirmed any cases of the coronavirus.

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MIDDLE EAST

Erdogan threatens 'imminent' Turkish operation in Syria.

Erdogan: It's only 'matter of time' before Turkish forces fight in Idlib.

Pompeo warns Iran must be held accountable for Baghdad attacks.

Iran reports two coronavirus deaths, becoming 28th country or territory to report infections.

US sanctions 'targeting' patients, say doctors at Iranian cancer hospital.

Apathy runs high in Tehran as Iran gears up for parliament vote.

Turkey ramps up Gulen crackdown with nearly 700 arrests.

Egypt building new wall along Gaza border.

ASIA

Coronavirus: China receives protective gear from US as death toll passes 2,000.

Coronavirus: Diamond Princess cruise ship passengers disembark as deaths hit 2,000.

South Korea confirms record number of COVID-19 patients.

Afghan election challenger Abdullah declares himself president, announces parallel government.

Indonesian military say Papuan separatist killed in shootout.

North Korea slams Japan for U.S. drills.

India is now the world's 5th largest economy.

AFRICA

WHO sends coronavirus test kits to African nations after first coronavirus case confirmed.

Egypt, Algeria, South Africa at 'high risk' for coronavirus, analysis finds.

East Africa braces for more locusts. Desert locust plague spreads across East Africa. Locusts swarm into crisis-hit South Sudan as plague spreads across east Africa.

UN-backed govt in Libya suspends talks after Haftar forces attack Tripoli port.

Libya: LNA says Tripoli port attack targeted Turkish weapons.

CAR says 12 rebels killed in clash with UN troops.

Longtime leader Gnassingbe seeks fourth term in Togo's election.

US warns South Africa over land seizures.

EUROPE

Brexit deal 'a different ball game' to Canada agreement, warns EU.

Emmanuel Macron vows to 'win the battle' against Muslims creating separate communities in France. Macron unveils curbs on foreign imams in France to combat 'separatism'.

Angela Merkel says she won't interfere in search for CDU successor.

Britain to close borders to unskilled, non-English speakers.

UK cash economy close to collapse, campaigners tell chancellor.

Westminster Abbey bells sound to mark Prince Andrew's 60th birthday.

Reports: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle may be ordered to give up 'Sussex' brand.

AMERICAS

Poll: Sanders now leading 2020 Democrats by 15 points.

Senate Health Committee announces hearing on U.S. coronavirus response.

SPECIAL REPORT-Convicted criminals are among the special police terrorizing Venezuela.

Mexican national held in Florida, accused of spying on US for Russia.

More protesters block train tracks in Wet'suwet'en pipeline fight.

EU puts Cayman Islands on tax haven blacklist.

Boy Scouts of America files for bankruptcy in step towards sexual abuse compensation fund.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Somalia: Al-Shabab fighters attack military bases.

Judge weighs how to keep Guantánamo's 9/11 trial on track.

Caliphate wives share their stories year after ISIS defeat: Reporter's Notebook.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Coronavirus 'could cost global economy $1.1tn in lost income'.

Facebook expresses 'deep concern' after Singapore orders page block.

Boeing finds debris in fuel tanks of grounded 737 MAX aircraft.

Military And Intelligence News Briefs -- February 19, 2020

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:58 AM PST

Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar chats with his US counterpart Mark Esper at NATO headquarters in Brussels last week (AFP)

Middle East Eye: US think tank report ignites concerns over new military coup in Turkey

RAND Corporation report for the US army says Turkish defence minister is particularly close to American military

A US think tank report on Turkey's foreign policy has caused controversy in the country after it suggested a new military coup attempt was plausible and that the Turkish defence minister was extremely close to the US military.

Released last month, the report by the RAND Corporation for the US army alleges that the Turkish government's decision to expel hundreds of officers after a failed coup attempt in 2016 caused huge discontent in the Turkish military.

"Mid-level officers are reported to be extremely frustrated with the military leadership and concerned about being removed in the continuing post-coup purges," the report said.

"This discontent could even lead to another coup attempt at some point, and [Turkish President Recep Tayyip] Erdogan appears to take the threat seriously."

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Military And Intelligence News Briefs -- February 19, 2020

Turkey reveals new plan to buy drones, helicopters and air defense systems -- Defense News

How capable is the Turkish Navy of projecting power? -- Paul Iddon, Ahval

Head of Egyptian intelligence seeks regional coordination against Turkey's plans -- Ahval

Greece, US hold live-fire drill following military base deal -- The Republic

Navy Takes Major Step Toward Building Its Drone Ship Fleet -- Military.com

General Atomics nabs two deals totaling $35.M for work on EMALs -- UPI

Navy Confirms Global Strike Hypersonic Weapon Will First Deploy on Virginia Attack Subs -- USNI News

Nuclear missile upgrade could deliver $13 billion to Northrop -- Bloomberg

Real Top Gun: Lots of F-35 Stealth Fighters Just Fought in a Massive War Game -- National Interest

Air Force, Lockheed wrap flight testing for upgraded U-2 recon system -- UPI

How the Air Force Uses Andriod Phones' Operating System to Wage War -- National Interest

After protest, Army launches new competition for robotic mule -- Defense News

West Point researching bio-printed bandages and organs for field care -- Army Times

Graham Denies Threatening To Make Esper's Life 'Hell' If He Cuts AFRICOM Troops -- Defense One

Trump confirms top Pentagon policy official to depart administration -- CNN

Local attorney seeks justice for Marine confined more than two years without trial or charges -- San Diego Union Tribune

U.S. claps back at China with two B-52 Stratofortress bomber flights near Taiwan -- Washington Times

After Trump impeachment, US lawmakers stress unity on Ukraine military aid -- Defense News

F-35s Galore: How Poland Is Preparing Its Military to Deter Russia -- National Interest

U.S., Boeing send 3 Super Hornets to Finland for aircraft upgrade -- UPI

Goodbye To The Kara Class Cruiser -- Forbes

Pakistan tests a new cruise missile. Can it hit inside India? -- Defense News

India on alert as Pakistan showcases terrifying nuclear breakthrough in menacing threat -- Express

China's first home built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, tightens shore leave regulations to combat coronavirus -- SCMP

China's military tightens secrecy rules as PLA steps up exchanges abroad -- SCMP

Israel Buys Stealth & Lotsa Weapons: 2nd Squadron Of F-35s & F-15s -- Breaking Defense

Singapore expects first upgraded F-16 jets to fly next year -- Defense News

From Deception to Attrition: AI and the Changing Face of Warfare -- Dumitru Minzarari, War On the Rocks

Pentagon Lost Track Of $715 Million In Weapons And Gear In Syria (2017 To 2018)

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:14 AM PST

Turkish and US troops meet on the Turkish-Syrian border for a joint patrol in northern Syria, as it is pictured from near the Turkish town of Akcakale, Turkey, Sept. 8, 2019. REUTERS/Murad Sezer

Task & Purpose: The Pentagon lost track of $715 million in weapons and gear funneled to anti-ISIS allies in Syria

The U.S. government failed to effectively account for nearly $715.8 million in weapons and equipment allocated to Syrian partners as part of the multinational counter-ISIS fight, according to a new report from the Defense Department inspector general.

The audit, publicly released on Tuesday, revealed that officials with Special Operations Joint Task Force–Operation Inherent Resolve "did not maintain comprehensive lists of all equipment purchased and received" to equip Syrian allies in the anti-ISIS fight (known as CTEF-S equipment) in fiscal years 2017 and 2018 due to a lack of a central repository for accountability documentation.

In addition, officials with the 1st Theater Sustainment Command "did not properly store or secure" the relevant equipment in accordance with Pentagon guidelines so far that, in at least one case, 1st TSC personnel "stored weapons outside in metal shipping containers, exposing the equipment to harsh environmental elements, such as heat and humidity."

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WNU Editor: I am willing to bet that the 2019 numbers are even worse. I am also willing to bet that most (if not all) of these weapons and gear were left with the Kurds, and done so on purpose.

The Pentagon Wants To Develop An Unmanned 'Flying Gun'

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:07 AM PST

Warzone/The Drive: DARPA Wants Millions To Design An Unmanned 'Flying Gun' Under Its New Gunslinger Program

Budget documents describe a gun-armed "missile" that would be able to engage multiple targets, either on the ground or in the air.

Tucked away inside the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency's most recent budget proposal is a request for millions of dollars to explore what one could best describe as an unmanned flying gun capable of engaging airborne and ground-based targets. This comes around a year and a half after DARPA first announced it was working on what it called a "Flying Missile Rail." The system would carry its own air-to-air missiles and would be launched like a drone from under the jet's wing, after which they would fly off and engage aerial targets with their missiles.

DARPA is asking for $13.27 million in its budget request for the 2021 Fiscal Year for the flying gun effort, which it has dubbed Gunslinger. The budget documents say that this is a new program and it is in no way related to the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps program of the same name, which developed a system to detect incoming hostile gunfire.

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WNU Editor: Instead of drones using missiles to hit targets, they will use bullets. Makes sense to me.

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US Airmen Are Getting A New Aircrew Self-Defense Rifle

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 07:40 AM PST

Photo Credit: US Air Force

Military.com: Rifle Designed for Aircrew Ejecting in Hostile Regions Delivered to the Air Force

Air Force gunsmiths recently completed delivery of a new M4-style carbine designed to break down small enough to fit under most pilot ejection seats.

The Air Force Gunsmith Shop has completed delivery of the 2,700 GAU-5A Aircrew Self Defense Weapon, a 5.56mm carbine that can be quickly assembled in emergency situations, according to a recent Air Force news release.

"We were asked to design a stand-off weapon that was capable of hitting a man-size target at 200 meters," Richard Shelton, chief of the Gunsmith Shop, said in the release. "It disconnects at the upper receiver ...... and can be put together within 30 seconds if needed."

The $2.6 million weapon program was developed to meet an urgent operational need to increase downed aircrew survivability, the release states.

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Update #1: Airmen Receive New Survival Kit Rifles (Air Force Magazine)
Update #2: The USAF Created a Mini Rifle That Fits in Its Ejection Seats (Popular Mechanics)

WNU Editor: They are saying that this new survival kit is required because of an urgent operational need. so what is that "urgent operational need"?

Argentina Is Facing The Prospect Of Another Massive Default

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 07:12 AM PST



CNBC: As 'do-or-die' IMF talks draw to a close, Argentina faces prospect of another default

* Last week, the IMF sent a team of economists to Buenos Aires for the fund's first formal negotiation with Argentina's newly-elected government.
* The talks, which are scheduled to end on Wednesday, are being held in order to avoid the prospect of history repeating itself.
* Jimena Blanco, head of Latin America at Verisk Maplecroft, told CNBC that the risk consultancy had assigned a 77% probability that Argentina would default before the end of the year.

Argentina is on the cusp of registering another devastating default, analysts have told CNBC, as international investors anxiously await the outcome of "do-or-die" debt restructuring talks.

Argentina's government has said it needs to restructure $100 billion in debt, including $44 billion to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Last week, the IMF sent a team of economists to Buenos Aires for the fund's first formal negotiation with Argentina's newly-elected government.

The talks, which are scheduled to end on Wednesday, are being held in order to avoid the prospect of history repeating itself.

In 2001, Argentina defaulted on around $100 billion of debt. It triggered the worst economic crisis in the country's history and resulted in millions of middle-class citizens falling into poverty — a consequence many in Argentina blame on the fiscal policies enforced by the IMF at the time.

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Update #1: Argentine bonds teeter on signals expected from IMF about debt revamp talks (Reuters)
Update #2: IMF Cannot Offer Argentina a Haircut on Loan, Georgieva Says (Bloomberg)

WNU Editor: One of my favourite sayings is the following .... Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, I am an idiot. The IMF and the other lenders are idiots. Argentina's government has a long history of borrowing money, and then demanding partial payments and/or not paying it back. No one should lend them money.

See What Shanghai, China, Looks Like As The Coronavirus Outbreak Conitnues

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 06:59 AM PST



WNU Editor: Shanghai is a city with about 24 million people. I have been there many times over the years, and it is surreal to see it this empty.

Is Chinese President Xi About To Face An 'Economic Crisis'?

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:16 AM PST



CNBC: China's Xi Jinping, under fire from virus outbreak, could also face an 'economic crisis'

* Xi Jinping, in a speech released over the weekend, had a message for provinces: Control the epidemic, but make sure they are fulfilling reform and development goals.
* The Chinese government could face an "economic crisis" if the outbreak doesn't abate, The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) wrote in a note last Friday, before the Xi speech was published.
* As the outbreak unfolded, many analysts downgraded China's growth for this year.
* As China struggles to get back on its feet, with factories starting to reopen and workers trickling back, progress is slow. Returning workers need to follow quarantine orders, meaning factories are still operating at limited capacity.

Already under heavy fire as the coronavirus outbreak shutters factories, disrupts supply chains and is set to shock China's already-slowing economy, Chinese President Xi Jinping, it seems, is also under pressure to still deliver the country's promised growth.

In a speech delivered Feb. 3 and released over the weekend, Xi said: "Currently, we still have to deliver this year's economic and social targets." Last year, China's growth dropped to its slowest pace in nearly three decades.

Xi, according to a translation of his remarks, said those tasks must still be "done well," with a message for provinces — other than those most severely affected by the outbreak — to keep a balancing act: Control the epidemic, but make sure they are fulfilling reform and development goals.

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WNU Editor: Analysts are saying that China GDP growth will shrink to around 3.5% .... Morgan Stanley says China's first-quarter growth could fall as low as 3.5% due to coronavirus (CNBC). But my friends and contacts in China are telling me that nothing is moving, there is no growth, and there is actually a very real possibility of negative growth if this crisis continues. Who to believe? In my case I believe my friends in China who are on the front lines. And as for what may happen to Chinese President Xi? He has positioned himself that should he fall, so will everyone else.

China Expels 3 Wall Street Journal Reporters

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 06:32 AM PST



CGTN: 'Racist-like remarks are not welcome,' China says as it revokes press cards of 3 WSJ journalists

China has revoked the press credentials of three journalists from the Wall Street Journal, citing the paper's "racist-like" remarks on China and attacks on China's media, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said on Wednesday.

The Wall Street Journal carried a recent article by Walter Russell Mead who used the term "sick man" to describe China and smeared the efforts of the Chinese government and people on fighting the COVID-19 epidemic.

The paper has so far neither made an official apology regarding the article nor informed the ministry of what it plans to do with the persons involved despite China's solemn representation.

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Update #1: China Expels Three Wall Street Journal Reporters (The Wall Street Journal)
Update #2: China expels three Wall Street Journal reporters over opinion article written by academic (The Washington Post)

WNU Editor: Beijing is becoming paranoid over coverage of its handling of the coronavirus outbreak. They are putting a lot of pressure on media outlets, and the censors are working overtime. As for this specific WSJ expulsion. The Wall Street Journal refused to do a Bloomberg .... When Bloomberg News's Reporting on China Was Challenged, Bloomberg Tried to Ruin Me for Speaking Out (The Intercept).

Poll: U.S. Senator Sanders Now Has A Double-Digit National Lead In The Democratic Presidential Contest

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 06:00 AM PST


NBC: NBC News/WSJ poll: Sanders opens up double-digit lead nationally

LAS VEGAS — Sen. Bernie Sanders has jumped out to a double-digit national lead in the Democratic presidential contest after his victory in New Hampshire's primary and his second-place finish for delegates in Iowa's disorganized caucuses, while former Vice President Joe Biden has seen his support drop by 11 points since his disappointing finishes in both contests, according to an NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll released Tuesday.

The survey also shows former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg gaining ground in the Democratic race in the past month, confirming the findings of an earlier NPR/PBS/Marist poll that allowed him to qualify for Wednesday night's NBC News and MSNBC Democratic debate in Las Vegas.

And the poll has President Donald Trump's approval rating tied for his all-time high in the NBC News/WSJ survey, while also finding that the most unpopular candidate qualities in a general election are being a socialist, being older than 75 years of age and having a heart attack in the past year.

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WNU Editor: This NBC/WSJ also says that Sen. Bernie Sanders will defeat President Trump in a general election (50 percent to 46 percent). What's my take on this Sander's surge. It is obvious that his message is resonating with a lot of Americans. That while the US economy is doing well, many are finding themselves in an economic situation where it is difficult to make ends meet, and they are responding to Sen. Sander's message. In my opinion he is the front runner in the Democrat field, and the only one positioned to stop him is former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg. But Bloomberg has already spent over $300 million in his primary challenge, and even with a compliant media and the Democrat establishment firmly against the Vermont Senator, they have not stopped Sen. Bernie Sanders.

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Posted: 20 Feb 2020 03:29 AM PST

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Russia vs Turkey: Putin's £7million military plane shot down by Turkish backed forces

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 02:31 AM PST



A RUSSIAN reconnaissance plane has been shot down above the war-torn Syrian province of Idlib.

Australia train crash: Packed train derails between Sydney and Melbourne - two dead

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 02:06 AM PST



A COMMUTER train with 160 passengers onboard has derailed in Australia leaving two people dead.

EU budget war: Brussels scrambles to avoid full-blown crisis over £60BILLION black hole

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 01:19 AM PST



EUROPEAN UNION leaders will today attempt to reach a deal on the bloc's next trillion-euro budget with Brexit back at the forefront of their minds as they face a vast blackhole in their coffers left by Britain.

Germany shooting:11 dead in Hanau attacks after suspect records video telling US 'wake up'

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:01 PM PST



NINE people have been killed after linked gun attacks at two shisha bars in the German city of Hanau in what police are treating as a terror attack - with the man believed to be responsible later found dead at his home, after apparently having committed suicide, along with the body of his mother.

Coronavirus crisis: Gorbachev's chilling Chernobyl warning reflects eerie China prediction

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 02:37 AM PST



CORONAVIRUS fears have led to chaos in China, as well as mounting pressure on President Xi Jinping. While Beijing aims to contain the illness, the political consequences are showing the hallmarks of the downfall of another powerful communist state.

EU on brink of huge split as members demand major concessions on booming budget plans

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 03:10 AM PST



EUROCRATS are on the verge of witnessing a major split among EU member states over the European Commission's demands for bigger budget contributions after four prominent states demanded a "discount."

Iceland volcano warning: Will Mt Thorbjorn erupt? ’Unusual’ activity prompts alert

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 02:13 AM PST



AN ICELANDIC volcano may be close to erupting according to unusual activity deep below the surface. Will Mt Thorbjorn erupt?

EU DIVIDED: Merkel panic over Brexit black hole - ‘I see hard talks ahead’

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 02:12 AM PST



THE deeply divided European Union will today go to war over the bloc's highly contested seven-year budget, with Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron leading the charge over a huge black hole of €70billion from Brexit.

Germany shooting: Horror footage shows panic on streets in devastating aftermath of attack

Posted: 20 Feb 2020 12:17 AM PST



WATCH the aftermath of the shooting in Hanau as multiple ambulances and police cars can be seen arriving at the scene.

Germany shooting: Devastated witness describes horror moment he received call from victims

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 10:36 PM PST



THE terrifying moment a man received a phone call from one of the victims of last night's devastating shooting in Germany has described the carnage he saw when he arrived at the scene.

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Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur – Overview

Description

Details

Name of the University Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur
Courses Offered Engineering, Pharmaceutical, Technology & Others
Established Year 1946
Category Sarkari Results
Location Andhra Pradesh
Mode Online
Official Site jntua.ac.in

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 Upcoming JNTUA Exam Results 2020

Name of the Exam

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Result Link

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Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, (JNTU Anantapur), Andhra Pradesh, India. The constituent school of Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University was set up in 1946, as set by The Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Act, 1972. In 2008 it had gotten self-ruling status by the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological Universities Act, 2008. The University offers different B. Tech and M.Tech Courses.

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Name of the University Visvesvaraya Technological University
Courses Offered Engineering, Architecture, Technology & Others
Established Year 1998
Category Sarkari Results
Location Karnataka
Mode Online
Official Site vtu.ac.in

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Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus 2020 Pdf – JHC Assistant & Steno Exam Pattern

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:58 PM PST

Post Name Syllabus Link
Assistant Librarian, Cashier, Translator, Jr.Translator & Typist Click Here
English Stenographer, Personal Assistant Click Here

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus 2020 Pdf download links are here. Candidates who are looking for the Jharkhand High Court Personal Assistant Syllabus can get it here. Besides, you can also download the details Jharkhand English Stenographer Syllabus in the Pdf format. Keep reading this article to know more about Jharkhand High Court Exam dates, admit card release date, previous papers links, and so on.

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus 2020

Jharkhand High Court has published the syllabus and exam pattern for the post of Assistant Librarian, Cashier, Translator, Jr.Translator & Typist Posts. Hence, Candidates can get complete information about the syllabus and exam pattern. We Recruitment. Guru will provide you the required information of Syllabus and exam pattern to qualify the exams. Aspirants are suggested to download the Jharkhand High Court Syllabus pdf from the below segment and prepare well for the exams.

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus 2020 Pdf   JHC Assistant & Steno Exam Pattern

Description Details
Name of the Board Jharkhand High Court
Name of the Post Assistant Librarian, Cashier, Translator, Jr.Translator & Typist
Name of the Examination Written Exam, Computer/ Skill Typing Test, Viva Voce
Category Syllabus
Jharkhand High Court Typist Exam Date 28th March 2020
Official Website www.jharkhandhighcourt.nic.in

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Exam Pattern 2020

Candidates who are going to take down the examination can get the exam pattern from our webpage. Here we have mentioned the post wise exam pattern. Interested and Exam appearing aspirants should read it completely before the exam. For the Candidate’s convenience, we have attached the Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus 2020 PDF. Download and make a photocopy of it for the exam preparation.

For Assistants:

Test Type Marks Exam Duration  Qualifying Marks
Written Test 90 marks 2 Hours (additional time @ 20 minutes per hour will be provided to the of PHC Candidates). Gen (UR), BC-I & BC-II – 40% and SC, ST – 30%.
Computer Skill Test Qualifying in Nature 5 Min 100 words @ 20 words per minute
Viva-Voce 15 marks 5 marks for all categories

For Assistant Librarian & Cashier:

Test Type  Marks Duration  Qualifying Marks
Written Test 90 marks 2 Hours Gen (UR), BC-I & BC-II – 40% and SC, ST – 30%
Viva-Voce 10 marks 40 % for all categories

For Translator & Jr Translator:

Test Type Marks Duration  Qualifying Marks
Written Test 90 marks 2 Hours Gen (UR), BC-I & BC-II – 40% and SC, ST – 30%
Viva-Voce 15 marks 5 Marks for all categories

For Typist:

Test Type  Marks Duration  Qualifying Marks
Written Test 90 marks 2 Hours Gen (UR), BC-I & BC-II – 40% and SC, ST – 30%
Typing test 5 Min (200 Words) @ 40 Words per Minute in English

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus 2020

Jharkhand HC has been given the Assistant Syllabus for the examinations. To get placed in the Jharkhand High Court, Applicants have to qualify all the selection rounds conducted by the selection board. Moreover, Aspirants can get separate syllabus details for each and every post.

Jharkhand High Court Syllabus 2020 – General English

  • Articles
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Sentence Rearrangement
  • Verb
  • Idioms & Phrases
  • Grammar
  • Subject-Verb Agreement
  • Error Correction
  • Vocabulary
  • Synonyms
  • Unseen Passages
  • Antonyms
  • Tenses
  • Comprehension
  • Adverb

Jharkhand High Court Cashier Syllabus 2020 – Quantitative Ability

  • Profit and Loss
  • Simple & Compound Interest
  • Number Systems
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Average
  • H.C.F. and L.C.M
  • Simplification
  • Percentages
  • Mixture and Alligation
  • Discounts
  • Problems on Trains
  • Boats and Streams
  • Time and Work
  • Problems on Ages
  • Time and Distance
  • Data Interpretation

Jharkhand High Court Translator Syllabus 2020 – General Knowledge

  • Famous Days & Date
  • Literature
  • Famous Books & Authors
  • Civics
  • Inventions and Discoveries
  • Tourism
  • Indian Politics
  • Geography
  • Rivers, Lakes, and Seas
  • Current Affairs
  • Indian Parliament
  • Heritage
  • Environmental Issues
  • Sports
  • Indian Economy
  • Biology
  • Countries and Capitals
  • Artists
  • Famous Places in India
  • Indian History
  • General Science

Jharkhand HC Assistant Librarian Syllabus 2020 – Reasoning Ability

  • Directions
  • Analytical Reasoning
  • Statements
  • Visual Ability
  • Classification
  • Number Series
  • Blood Relationships
  • Analogies
  • Syllogisms
  • Data Sufficiency
  • Symmetry
  • Arrangements
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Similarities and Differences
  • Alphabet Series
  • Symbols and Notations
  • Nonverbal Reasoning

Latest JHC Jr Translator Syllabus 2020 – Computer Fundamentals

  • Microsoft Publisher
  • MS Word
  • MS PowerPoint and MS Vision
  • Software & Hardware Components
  • MS Project
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft One Note
  • MS Excel
  • Microsoft Access

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus 2020 PDF – Download Here


Jharkhand High Court PA Syllabus – PA/Steno Exam Details

Description Details
Board Name Jharkhand High Court
Post Name English Stenographer, Personal Assistant
Job Category Jharkhand Govt Jobs
Post Category Syllabus
Exam Date Will Notify Later
Admit Card Release Date Will Notify Later
Official Site www.jharkhandhighcourt.nic.in

Jharkhand HC PA English Steno Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Here is the detailed Exam Pattern for both Personal Assistant and English Stenographer. Check it before start preparing for the exam so that you can understand what to study and how to study as well.

Jharkhand HC English Stenographer Exam Pattern

S.No Exam Type Subject
1 Written Test General Awareness
2 Shorthand Test
3 General English
4 Computer Proficiency Test

Jharkhand HC Personal Assistant Exam Pattern

Exam Type  Papers Subject Duration  Marks
Objective General Knowledge  3 Hrs  200
 I English Language  3 Hrs 200
II Hindi Language  3 Hrs 200
Typewriting and Shorthand III Practical  3 Hrs  100

Download Jharkhand High Court Syllabus 2018 Pdf

Would you like to refer Jharkhand High Court Syllabus for Personal Assistant & Stenographer posts? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In the below section, you can get the detailed Jharkhand High Court Personal Assistant and English Stenographer Posts.

JHC PA Steno Syllabus for General Knowledge

  • Indian Constitution.
  • History.
  • Science – Inventions & Discoveries.
  • Geography of India.
  • Scientific Research.
  • Sports.
  • India and its neighboring countries.
  • General Politics.
  • Knowledge of Current Events.
  • Economy, Banking, and Finance.
  • Budget and Five Year Plans.
  • Economy.
  • Important Financial & Economic News.
  • Culture.
  • Countries & Capitals.

Jharkhand HC Personal Assistant Stenographer Syllabus for General English

  • Verb.
  • Subject-Verb Agreement.
  • Articles.
  • Adverb.
  • Fill in the Blanks.
  • Sentence Rearrangement.
  • Error Correction.
  • Vocabulary.
  • Tenses.
  • Comprehension.
  • Unseen Passages.
  • Synonyms.
  • Antonyms.
  • Idioms & Phrases
  • Grammar etc.

Jharkhand High Court Stenographer PA Syllabus for Current Affairs

  • Indian Financial System.
  • Books & Authors.
  • Summits & Conferences
  • Abbreviations and Economic Terminologies etc.
  • Current Ministers & Governors.
  • Sports.
  • Science & Technology.
  • Government Schemes.
  • Capitals & Currencies.

JHC Personal Assistant Syllabus for Computer Fundamentals

  • MS Word.
  • MS PowerPoint and MS Visio.
  • Microsoft Publisher.
  • Software & Hardware Components.
  • Microsoft One Note.
  • MS Excel.
  • Microsoft Access also.
  • MS Project
  • Microsoft Outlook.

Jharkhand HC Steno Exam Syllabus for Numerical & Mental Ability

  • Boats and Streams.
  • Data Interpretation.
  • Average.
  • Percentages.
  • Compound Interest.
  • Profit and Loss.
  • Number Systems.
  • Time, Work, Distance.
  • Ratio and Proportion.
  • Simple Interest.
  • Problems on Ages.
  • H.C.F. and L.C.M. Discounts.
  • Simplification.
  • Fundamental Arithmetical operations etc.

Jharkhand Personal Assistant & Stenographer Syllabus – Download Here

Download Jharkhand PA Steno Previous Papers


Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus & Exam Pattern is accessible download from the link given below. Candidates who have applied for the Jharkhand High Court Recruitment 2020 can utilize the JHC Assistant Exam Pattern & Solved Model Papers on our website. Aspirants who haven’t applied for this recruitment can check the official website i.e jharkhandhighcourt.nic.in to apply before the last date.

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2020

The Jharkhand High Court Asst Syllabus is provided on this page in a detailed manner. Aspirants who have applied for the Jharkhand High Court Recruitment 2020 can check the Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus & Exam Pattern given here to start their preparation. The Complete information about the JHC Assistant Syllabus & JHC Asst Exam Pattern is given here. Candidates who have applied for these

Candidates who have applied for these JHC Assistant Jobs will be searching for the Jharkhand High Court Assist Syllabus & Jharkhand High Court Assistant Exam Pattern. We are providing the Jharkhand High Court Assistant Exam Pattern along with Jharkhand High Court Syllabus here. The Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus pdf is available for download from the link given on this page. The JHC Asst Syllabus is also given on the official website i.e jharkhandhighcourt.nic.in along with Previous Solved Papers.

Jharkhand High Court Recruitment 2020

The Jharkhand High Court has issued a notification for the recruitment of skilled candidates into Assistant posts in High Court, Jharkhand Judicial Academy, Civil Courts & Family Courts, etc. There are nearly 308 Assistant Jobs according to the advertisement. Candidates who have completed Graduation from a recognized University are eligible to apply. Eligible aspirants who are interested in Court Jobs or Government Jobs in Jharkhand can apply to these posts in online mode before the last date. The last date for Jharkhand High Court Assistant Online Application is 31st March 2016. Candidates who have applied for these posts will receive the Jharkhand Assistant Admit Cards soon after the release. Check the JHC Assistant  Syllabus & Test Pattern to prepare for the exam.

Aspirants can check our recruitment.guru website for more updates regarding the Jharkhand High Court Recruitment 2016, Jharkhand High Court Syllabus & Exam Pattern, Jharkhand High Court Previous Papers etc.

Jharkhand High Court Syllabus 2020

The Jharkhand High Court Assistant Exam consists of the following subjects:

  1. Quantitative Ability.
  2. Reasoning Ability.
  3. General English.
  4. General Knowledge etc.

Jharkhand High Court Syllabus for Quantitative Ability

  • Average.
  • Percentages.
  • Number Systems.
  • Ratio and Proportion.
  • Problems on Trains.
  • H.C.F. and L.C.M.
  • Simplification.
  • Problems on Ages.
  • Time and Distance.
  • Profit and Loss.
  • Simple & Compound Interest.
  • Data Interpretation.
  • Boats and Streams.
  • Time and Work.
  • Mixture and Alligation.
  • Discounts etc.

Jharkhand High Court Asst Syllabus for Reasoning Ability

  • Analytical Reasoning.
  • Blood Relationships.
  • Directions.
  • Analogies.
  • Arrangements.
  • Coding-Decoding.
  • Classification.
  • Number Series.
  • Similarities and Differences.
  • Alphabet Series.
  • Symbols and Notations.
  • Syllogisms.
  • Data Sufficiency.
  • Symmetry.
  • NonVerbal Reasoning.
  • Statements.
  • Visual Ability etc.

Jharkhand High Court Assistant Syllabus for General English

  • Verb.
  • Tenses.
  • Subject-Verb Agreement.
  • Adverb.
  • Error Correction.
  • Sentence Rearrangement.
  • Articles.
  • Comprehension.
  • Fill in the Blanks.
  • Vocabulary.
  • Grammar.
  • Synonyms.
  • Idioms & Phrases.
  • Unseen Passages.
  • Antonyms etc.

Jharkhand Assistant Syllabus for General Knowledge

  • Current Events – Regional, National & International.
  • History – India.
  • Geography – India.
  • Indian Polity.
  • Indian National Movement.
  • The Indian Economy.
  • Indian Constitution.
  • Environment issues.
  • Science & Technology etc.

Download JHC Assistant Syllabus 2016

Name of the Organization: Jharkhand High Court.

Name of the Post: Assistant.

No of posts: 308.

Job Location: India.

Category: Jharkhand.

Official Website: jharkhandhighcourt.nic.in

Direct Link to Download Jharkhand HC Assistant Syllabus pdf

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AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated] – Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.in

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:43 PM PST

AU Results 2020 Released: Dear Students !!! Get your Andhra University Results for UG, PG, Diploma and Other Courses Examination directed by the Andhra University. Andhra University has reported the outcomes for different UG and PG Courses on 19th February 2020. Understudies who have accomplished the Examination can download the outcomes from the official site of the University i.e, andhrauniversity.edu.in. Here, we have given an immediate connection to get the Andhra University Results 2020. It will assist the understudies in downloading the outcomes with no confusion. So stay in contact with our recruitment.guru page for future updates moreover.

AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.in

Andhra University – Overview

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Name of the University Andhra University
Courses Offered Engineering, Science, Media, and others
Established Year 1926
Category Sarkari Results
Location Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Mode Online
Official Site andhrauniversity.edu.in

Download AU Results 2020 @ andhrauniversity.edu.in

Understudies who have shown up for Andhra University Exams 2019 can check their Regular, Supplementary and Revaluation Results through Online. Everybody can check and download the outcomes from the University online gateway just as on this page. Here on this page, we used to refresh the most recent data about the Andhra University Results 2020, aside from this we will assist you with the trip with the University’s most recent updates. As of late, Andhra University has discharged the outcomes for some Courses each day. So, we prompt the understudies who are seeking after under Andhra University can assess their exhibition by getting the most recent refreshed Andhra University Results 2020 through our recruitment.guru site.

Latest Updated Andhra University Results 2020

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AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inM.A WOMENS STUDIES 3RD SEMESTER EXAMINATION HELD IN NOVEMBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
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AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inB.ED (SPECIAL) 3RD SEMESTER EXAMINATION HELD IN NOVEMBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inTHIRD SEMESTER B.SC., (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inTHIRD SEMESTER B.H.M., (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
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AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inTHIRD SEMESTER B.COM(RR), (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inM.ED 1ST SEMESTER EXAMINATION HELD IN NOVEMBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inTHIRD SEMESTER B.COM(CA), (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inTHIRD SEMESTER B.B.A., (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inTHIRD SEMESTER B.A., (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inFIRST SEMESTER B.SC, (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inFIRST SEMESTER B.COM(RR), (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inFIRST SEMESTER B.COM(CA), (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.in FIRST SEMESTER B.B.A., (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.in FIRST SEMESTER B.A., (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION HELD IN OCTOBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
M.SC SANSKRIT THIRD SEMESTER EXAMINATION HELD IN NOVEMBER 2019. 17-02-2020 Click Here
Other Results Click Here

How to Download Andhra University Results 2020?

  1. Visit the official website of Andhra University i.e andhrauniversity.edu.in
  2. In the home page, you will find the Exams tab
  3. In that click on the results tab then, click on the results which you want to check
  4. Then enter the registration number and click on Get marks tab
  5. The results will appear on the screen.
  6. Take the printout of the result until the official marks card is released by the AU Board.

Also, Check AU Degree Results 2020 [Updated]   Download Andhra University UG/PG Semester Results @ andhrauniversity.edu.inKannur University Results 2020

About Andhra University

Sri Krishnadevaraya University is a state-funded college in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, India, established on July 25, 1981. The college is named after a supporter of learning and expressions of the human experience, Sri Krishnadevaraya, of the Vijayanagara realm of the sixteenth century. The college is a branch of the past Postgraduate Center of Sri Venkateswara University that began in 1968. In this manner, in 1976, the SVU Postgraduate Center achieved independent status. Its Vice-Chancellor for the initial two terms was M. Abel. In 1987, with a capital expenditure of Rs. 1.2 crores, Sri Krishnadevaraya Institute of Management was begun with subsidizing from the UGC.

SVU Revaluation Exam Result

Sri Krishnadevaraya University conducts ordinary just as strengthening assessment for the individuals who are concentrating under the University. Those understudies who bombed in the fundamental semester assessment has one progressively opportunity to score well. For every single semester, Students can apply for the revaluation after the declaration of the primary assessment results. The Sri Krishnadevaraya University will take up to seven days to process the test papers to report the Sri Krishnadevaraya University Revaluation Exam Results. Currently, the University of Sri Krishnadevaraya has discharged the revaluation results for UG, PG with all-locale Students. So Students can check the Revaluation results from the official site just as on this. We have connected the immediate connect to get the Supply/Revaluation Results.

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Chhattisgarh TET Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2020 – cgvyapam.choice.gov.in

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:26 PM PST

Latest CG TET Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2020 provided. Candidates who are appearing for Chhattisgarh TET Exam can download CGPEB Exam Syllabus PDF here. So that, you can refer Chhattisgarh Teacher Eligibility Test Syllabus in Hindi even offline.

CG TET Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2020

The candidates who are searching for Govt Jobs in Chhattisgarh State had applied for the CG TET 2020 Examination. Now, they are searching for the CG TET Syllabus 2020 because of its preparation Time. The CGPEB already announced CG TET 2020 Exam Date as 22nd March 2020. So, only a few days left for your preparation. Applicants can refer the Latest Chhattisgarh TET Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2020. Download CGPEB Teacher Eligibility Test Syllabus Hindi PDF from the below link.

Chhattisgarh Teacher Eligibility Test Syllabus @ cgvyapam.choice.gov.in

Download CG TET 2020 Syllabus Hindi
Board Name Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam).
Examination Name Chhattisgarh Teacher Eligibility Test 2020.
CG TET 2020 Exam Dates 22nd March 2020
Category Syllabus.
Official Website cgvyapam.choice.gov.in

Chhattisgarh TET Syllabus 2020

Latest CG TET Exam Pattern 2020 – Primary Level (I to V)

S.No Subjects No of Questions Marks
1. Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
2. Language I (Hindi) 30 30
3. Language II (English) 30 30
4. Maths 30 30
5. Environment Studies 30 30
Total 150 150

Chattisgarh TET 2020 Exam Pattern – Upper Primary Level (VI-VIII)

S.No Subjects No of Questions Marks
1. Child Development & Pedagogy 30 30
2. Language I (Hindi) 30 30
3. Language II (English) 30 30
4. Mathematics & Science 60 60
5. Social Science 60 60
Total 210 210

CG TET Syllabus 2020 Pdf

Scroll down to see the Chhattisgarh Teacher Eligibility Test Syllabus 2020. The applicants also suggesting referring the CG TET 2020 Syllabus Hindi PDF to clarify their doubts.

CGTET Syllabus 2020 – Child Development & Pedagogy

  • Assessment.
  • Understanding the Learning Process and Learners.
  • Approaches to teaching & learning.
  • Understanding Child Development during Childhood.
  • The concept of Inclusive Education & Understanding Children.

CG TET 2020 Syllabus – Mathematics

  • Groups.
  • Set Theory.
  • Number System.
  • Relations & Functions.
  • Quadratic Equations.
  • Calculus of One Variable.
  • Analytical Solid Geometry.
  • Sequence & Series.
  • Coordinate Geometry.
  • Statistics.
  • Probability.
  • Determinant & Matrix.
  • Mensuration.
  • Trigonometry.

CGPEB TET Exam Syllabus 2020 – Science

  • Physics.
    • Sound.
    • Current Electricity.
    • Motion.
    • Matter.
    • Electrostatics.
    • Electromagnetic Induction.
    • Gravitation.
    • Optics.
  • Chemistry.
    • Reactions.
    • Hydrocarbons.
    • Basic Concepts.
    • Structure of Atom.
    • States of Matter.
    • Chemical Bonding.
    • Extraction of Metals.
    • Basics of Organic Chemistry.
    • Classification of Elements & Periodicity.
    • Chemical Equilibrium.

CG Vyapam TET 2020 Syllabus – Hindi/ English

  • Prose.
  • Grammar.
  • Poetry.
  • Comprehension.
  • Grammar & Usage
  • Vocabulary.
  • Unseen Passages.
  • Language Usage, etc.

CG Vyapam Teacher Eligibility Test Social Science

History

  • When, Where and How
  • First Farmers and Herders
  • The First Cities
  • The First Empire
  • New Ideas
  • Political Developments
  • Contacts with Distant lands
  • New Kings and Kingdoms
  • Earliest Societies
  • Regional Cultures
  • Colonialism and Tribal Societies
  • Rural Life and Society
  • Women and reform
  • The Revolt of 1857-58
  • The Nationalist Movement
  • Challenging the Caste System.
  • India After Independence
  • Culture and Science
  • Sultans of Delhi
  • Social Change
  • Creation of an Empire
  • The Establishment of Company Power

Geography

  • Planet: Earth in the solar system.
  • The environment in its totality: natural and human environment.
  • Human Environment: settlement, transport, and communication.
  • Resources: Types- Natural and Human.
  • Geography as a social study and as a science.
  • Social and Political Life (Civics):
  • Local Government.
  • Making a Living.
  • Understanding Media.
  • State Government.
  • The Constitution.
  • Unpacking Gender.
  • The Judiciary.
  • Parliamentary Government.
  • Pedagogical issues.
  • Social Justice and the Marginalized.

Download CGPEB TET 2020 Syllabus Hindi Pdf

Candidates can refer enclosed CG TET 2020 Syllabus Hindi PDF for more details about the exam. You can also download Chhattisgarh TET Syllabus 2020 from below link.

Chhattisgarh TET Syllabus – Click Here

Kerala University Results 2020 [Declared] – Download Updated UG & PG Semester Exam Results Here

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:22 PM PST

Dear Folks !!! Kerala University Result 2020 Declared for LL.B, B.Sc. Computer Science, BBA, MA – Hindi, Tamil, Arabic, Islamic History, HRM, Business Economics, Music& Dance MMCJ &MSW and furthermore different Other Courses on 19th February 2020. The University has pronounced the outcomes for different courses each day. At present, The University has discharged the consequences of FINAL YEAR B.Sc and different courses accessible here. Understudies who have shown up for these tests can check the outcomes from the official site i.e, keralauniversity.ac.in. Hence more, Kerala University Results 2020 Student Login here to get the Latest Exam Results 2020 on this site page. Likewise, our group recruitment.guru gives the Kerala University Revaluation Result here.

Kerala University Results 2020 [Declared]   Download Updated UG & PG Semester Exam Results Here

Kerala University – Overview

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Name of the University University of Kerala
Courses Offered Science, Technology and & others
Established Year 1937
Category Sarkari Results
Location Kerala
Mode Online
Official Site keralauniversity.ac.in

Kerala University Results 2020

In the event that you are looking for the Kerala University Exam Results 2020, at that point you went to the ideal spot. Here, you can look at the semester savvy consequences of this University with respect to all the courses. Thus, up-and-comers can get their separate scores of the Kerala University Results 2020 on this page. Here, find the results for Kerala University Degree Result, Kerala Technical University Result, Kerala University Distance Education Result close by Kerala University Revaluation Result. All Students can check their test results from this site now, here we have given an immediate connect to get your Result with no disarray.

Latest Updated Kerala University Results 2020

Kerala University Results 2020 [Declared]   Download Updated UG & PG Semester Exam Results HereFOURTH SEMESTER UNITARY LL.B DEGREE COURSE IN LAW EXAMINATION (REGULAR, SUPPLEMENTARY & MERCY CHANCE 2011 & 2012 ADMISSIONS), SEPTEMBER 2019. 19-02-2020 Click Here
Kerala University Results 2020 [Declared]   Download Updated UG & PG Semester Exam Results HereSecond Semester B.Sc. Computer Science(320), (2018 Admn Regular, 2017 Admn Improvement, 2016, 2015, 2014 &2013 Admn Supplementary) Degree Examination , May 2019 19-02-2020 Click Here
Kerala University Results 2020 [Declared]   Download Updated UG & PG Semester Exam Results HereSecond Semester BBA (195) [2018 Admn. Regular, 2017 Admission- Improvement, 2016, 2015, 2014 & 2013Admn. Supplementary only] Degree Examination, May 2019 19-02-2020 Click Here
Kerala University Results 2020 [Declared]   Download Updated UG & PG Semester Exam Results HereSECOND SEMESTER POST GRADUATE DEGREE EXAMINATIONS, JULY 2019 ( MA – Hindi, Tamil, Arabic, Islamic History, HRM, Business Economics, Music& Dance MMCJ &MSW)- ( MSc – Computer Science, Microbiology, Statistics, Geology, Environmental Science,) 19-02-2020 Click Here
 FOURTH SEMESTER B.Com (CBCS) DEGREE EXAMINATION JULY 2019 (Regular 2017 Admission, Improvement – 2016 Admission and Supplementary 2015, 2014 & 2013 Admission) 15-02-2020 Click Here
Second Semester BMS Hotel Management (354) Degree Examination, May 2019 (2018 Admn- Regular, 2017 Admn- Improvement) 15-02-2020 Click Here
 Second Semester B.Sc Hotel Management and Catering Science (242) Degree Examination, May 2019 (2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016 Admn- Supplementary) 15-02-2020 Click Here
SIXTH SEMESTER B.Sc ELECTRONICS (RESTRUCTURED) DEGREE EXAMINATION, APRIL 2018( MERCY CHANCE UP TO 2008 Admn.) 15-02-2020 Click Here
 Second Semester BA Journalism & Mass Communication & Video Production( 129) Degree Examination, May 2019 ( 2018 Admn-Regular/ 2017 Admn-Improvement/ 2013-2016 Admn-Supplementary) 14-02-2020 Click Here
 SEVENTH SEMESTER B.Tech (Part-Time) RESTRUCTURED DEGREE EXAMINATION, JULY 2019 (2013Scheme)-(SUPPLEMENTARY) 14-02-2020 Click Here
SEVENTH SEMESTER JULY 2019 & FIFTH SEMESTER B.Tech (Part-Time) RESTRUCTURED DEGREE EXAMINATION, JANUARY 2019 -(SUPPLEMENTARY) 14-02-2020 Click Here
 SIXTH SEMESTER B.TECH DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2018 (2013 SCHEME) 12-02-2020 Click Here
 Second-semester CR-CBCSS B.Sc Physics and Computer Application(328) Degree Examination, May 2019. 11-02-2020 Click Here
  Part III B.Com Degree (Annual Scheme) (Offline Supplementary Candidates) Examination September/October 2019 10-02-2020 Click Here
Second Semester CR B.Com Commerce & Tourism & Travel Management (338) Degree Examination, May 2019 07-02-2020 Click Here
Other Results Click Here

How to Download Kerala University Result 2020?

  1. Visit the official website of Kerala University i.e keralauniversity.ac.in
  2. In the home page, you will find the Results tab and click on the results
  3. Students can click on the appropriate results to download the pdf file
  4. Results will appear on the screen
  5. Take the printout of the result until the official marks card is released by the Kerala University Board.

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About University of Kerala

The University of Kerala, some time ago the University of Travancore, is an affiliating college situated in Thiruvananthapuram, capital of the province of Kerala, India. It was built up in 1937. Kerala University has sixteen resources and 41 branches of instructing and research notwithstanding study focuses and different divisions. Instructing, Research and Knowledge growth are the order of the Departments. They essentially center around post-graduate projects, MPhil programs, and doctoral research.

Kerala University Supply/Revaluation Result

Understudies are hanging tight for the outcomes on the off chance that they scored well they will prompt one year from now. In any case, on the off chance that they won’t get more stamps, they can apply for the Revaluation Results. When they applied for the Examination, the more elevated level Examiner will check the paper once more. They can get the revaluation results inside the time. Likewise in the event that they despite everything get bomb marks, they can apply for the Supplementary assessment. For every single semester, Students can apply for the revaluation after the declaration of the fundamental assessment results. The University of Kerala will take seven days to process the test papers to report the Kerala University Revaluation Results. Do remain refreshed with the University to think about the Revaluation Exam Results.

UPSC Geologist Result 2020 [Declared] | Check UPSC Cut Off Marks, Merit List @ upsc.gov.in

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:13 PM PST

UPSC Result 2020 is Available Here. Download various UPSC Jobs Result, Cut off, Merit List and Final Result 2020 on our recruitment.guru webpage. Generally, the officials of Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission announces the Result Online. So, the Candidates can download the Result from its Official site i.e, upsc.gov.in. Or you can reach UPSC Result easily from the link given below. The UPSC Exam Result 2020 is released by authorized people and hence there would be no ambiguity. Moreover, If you face any errors or you have any queries regarding the UPSC Result visit the Official site of UPSC.

Latest UPSC Result 2020

Post Name

Result Release Date

Result Links

UPSC Geologist Result 2020 [Declared] | Check UPSC Cut Off Marks, Merit List @ upsc.gov.inGeo-Scientist, Geologist & Others 19th February 2020 UPSC Geologist Prelims Result
UPSC Geologist Result 2020 [Declared] | Check UPSC Cut Off Marks, Merit List @ upsc.gov.inIES, ISS 22nd January 2020  UPSC IES, ISS Result
Combined Medical Services Exam 27th December 2019 UPSC CMS Result
CSBF Administrative & Air Safety officer 16th December 2019 UP CSBF Administrative & Air Safety officer

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Result 2020 Released: Dear Aspirants !!! Candidates who have written the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Prelims Exam can get their results here. The officials of the Union Public Service Commission has conducted the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Prelims Exam on 19th January 2020 successfully. Now, most of the aspirants are waiting for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Prelims Result 2020. The Union Public Service Commission has released the UPSC Geo-Scientist Prelims Result on 19th February 2020. Here, we have given a quick link to download the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Result 2020. Also get the UPSC Geologist Cut Off Marks, Merit List 2020 here.

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Geologist Result 2020

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Details

Organization Name Union Public Service Commission
Post Name Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Junior Hydrogeologist
No of Vacancies 102
Category Sarkari Result
Prelims Exam Date 19th January 2020
Prelims Result Date 19th February 2020
Job Location New Delhi
Official Website upsc.gov.in
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Prelims Result 2020: Click HereUPSC Geologist Result 2020 [Declared] | Check UPSC Cut Off Marks, Merit List @ upsc.gov.in

UPSC IES/ISS Final Result 2020 Released: The Union Public Service Commission has released the Indian Economic Service and Indian Statistical Service Final Result on 22nd January 2020. Union Public Service Commission has organized the IES/ISS Mains Exam 2019. A huge number of applicants have appeared and waiting to know the Results. Here we will be providing a direct link to access your result without any hesitation. However, the contender who appeared for the UPSC IES, ISS Exam can check the result below. Hence, just click on the UPSC IES, ISS Result 2020 Link given in the table below.

UPSC IES ISS Final Result 2020

Description

Details

Organization Name Union Public Service Commission
Post Name Indian Economic Services, Indian Statistical Services
No of Vacancies 65
Category Sarkari Result
Exam Date 28th to 30th June 2019
UPSC IES ISS Result Date 11th January 2020
Final Result Date 22nd January 2020
Official Website upsc.gov.in
UPSC IES, ISS Final Result 2020 – IES | ISS
UPSC IES, ISS Result 2020 – Click Here

UPSC CMS Final Result 2019 Released @ upsc.gov.in: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has commenced the Combined Medical Services Exam on 21st July 2019. The Board has 965 Vacancies of CMS Posts. Many aspirants applied for these posts. All the candidates are waiting for the UPSC CMS Result 2019. Moreover, the higher authority has declared the UPSC Exam Results 2019 on 27th December 2019. And the link is activated now. So, all the aspirants can check and download the UPSC CMS Cut Off Marks 2019 and UPSC Merit List 2019 from this page.

UPSC Common Medical Services Result 2019

Description

Details

Organization Name Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name Combined Medical Services Exam (CMS 2019)
Number of Vacancies 965 Vacancies
Category Sarkari Result
Exam Date 21st July 2019
Result Date 27th December 2019
Selection Process Written Test (Paper 1 & 2), Personal Interview
Job Location Across India
Official Website upsc.gov.in
Union Public Service Commission CMS Result 2019 – Click Here

UPSC CSBF Administrative Officer Result 2019 ReleasedUnion Public Service Commission has conducted the examination for the post of Administrative Officer in Central Sheep Breeding Farm and Air Safety Officer on 11th August 2019. A huge number of contenders have attended the examination and waiting for the UPSC CSBF Administrative & Air Safety Officer Result 2019. Therefore, the authority has declared the Exam Result on 16th December 2019. So, all the aspirants can download the Air Safety Officer, Administrative Officer Cut Off Marks & Merit List from this site. Here, we have given the direct link to download the UPSC CSBF Administrative Officer Result 2019 and the link is activated now.

UPSC CSBF Administrative & Air Safety Officer Result 2019

Description

Details

Organization Name Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name Administrative Officer in Central Sheep Breeding Farm (CSBF) and Air Safety Officer
Category Sarkari Result
Exam Date 11th August 2019
Result Date 16th December 2019
Job Location Across India
Official Website upsc.gov.in
UPSC Air Safety Officer Final Result 2019 – Click Here
UPSC CSBF Administrative Officer Result 2019 – Click Here

UPSC Cut Off Marks 2020

All the applicants have to know the details about UPSC Cut Off Marks 2020. Mostly, the officials will decide the Cut Off Marks at the time of releasing the Recruitment Notification. But sometimes they will decide after the completion of the Written Exam. Therefore, candidates can check the official website to know the latest information about UPSC Cut Off Marks 2020. Here on this page, We will update the more details about UPSC Cut Off Marks as soon as possible. So candidates can also go through the entire article to know more information about the UPSC Cut Off Marks 2020.

UPSC Merit List 2020 @ upsc.gov.in

The officers of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will release the UPSC Result 2020 as well as UPSC Merit List 2020 at the same time. So, candidates can keep checking the official web portal or our web page to know more details about the Merit List. In the UPSC Merit List 2020, aspirants can see the Hall Ticket Number and also the Marks. Therefore, all the candidates have to find their name on the UPSC Merit List 2020 with the help of Hall Ticket Number only.

How to Download Union Public Service Commission Result 2020?

  • Open the official web portal of the Union Public Service Commission @ upsc.gov.in.
  • Now, the home page of UPSC will appear on the home screen.
  • Have to search for the Union Public Service Commission Result 2020 on the home page.
  • After finding that, click on that link.
  • Then, enter Hall Ticket Number and Password and press the submit button.
  • Now, the result will appear on the screen.
  • Check the UPSC Result 2020 and download it.
  • And also take a print out for further use.

Direct Links to Download UPSC Result 2020

Union Public Service Commission Result 2020 Click Here
Official Website Click Here

Goa Shipyard Recruitment 2020 – 43 Marine Fitter, Office Assistant GSL Jobs | Apply Now

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:09 PM PST

Goa Shipyard Recruitment 2020, Vacancy in Goa Government for 12th Pass Candidates!!!!!. The Goa Shipyard Limited has released a Job notification to fill up 43 Candidates for Marine Fitter, Office Assistant, Welder & Other Posts. Applications are invited from Indian Nationals only for the following posts. Eligible & Interested candidates are required to apply online. Get a direct link to apply for GSL Notification 2020. Applicants who are willing to apply for this Goa Govt Jobs can apply Online until 01st March 2020.

Goa Shipyard Recruitment 2020

Online applications are invited for filling up the following vacancies under the Goa Shipyard Limited on its own project for Goa. Before applying candidates are advised to ensure that they fulfil the stipulated eligibility criteria. Applicants can scroll down to know the GSL Notification eligibility, educational qualification, experience, salary, and other details.

Overview of GSL Jobs 2020

Name of the Board Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL)
Name of the Post Marine Fitter, Office Assistant, Welder & Other
No of Vacancies 43 Posts
Job Category Goa Government Jobs
Starting Date to Apply Started
Last Date to Apply 01st March 2020
Application Mode Apply Online
Job Location Goa
Official Website www.goashipyard.in

Goa Shipyard Recruitment 2020   43 Marine Fitter, Office Assistant GSL Jobs | Apply Now

 GSL Vacancy 2020 Details

Post Name Number of Vacancies
Deputy General Manager 01
Assistant Manager 01
Office Assistant 03
Office Assistant 04
Refrigeration & AC Mechanic 02
Electrical Mechanic 02
EOT Crane Operator 01
Wireman 02
Machinist 02
Marine Fitter 12
Pipe Fitter 04
Welder 09
Total 43

Eligibility Criteria for Goa Shipyard Limited Recruitment 2020

Educational Qualification:

Post Name Academic Qualification
Deputy General Manager  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) / Bachelor of
Technology (B.Tech) from a recognized University
Assistant Manager  B.E/B.Tech in Engineering from a
recognized University
Office Assistant The applicant should possess a Degree in any discipline
Office Assistant The applicant should possess a Degree in Commerce with typing speed of 30 w.p.m. with 01-year certificate course in computer applications
Refrigeration & AC Mechanic The applicant should have ITI and NCTVT or ITI in
trade of Refrigeration and AC Mechanic with 02 years experience in the line or 02 years training
in the respective trade in GSL
Electrical Mechanic The applicant should possess SSC with ITI in Electrical
trade and 02 years experience as Electrician in Electrical projects/maintenance
EOT Crane Operator The applicant should possess SSC And 02 years on the job training in GSL or minimum of 02 years experience in the line
Wireman The applicant should possess SSC with 02 years of training in the respective trade in GSL or 02 years experience in the line
Machinist The applicant should possess ITI and NCTVT OR ITI in Machinist trade
Marine Fitter The applicant should possess ITI and NCTVT or ITI in Fitter/ Fitter General / Marine Fitter
Pipe Fitter The applicant should possess ITI and NCTVT or ITI in Fitter/ Fitter General / Pipe Fitter
Welder The applicant should possess ITI and NCTVT or ITI in the trade of Welder.

Age limit:

Post Name Upper Age Limit 
Deputy General Manager OBC-47
Assistant Manager UR-30
Office Assistant ST-38, PwD(MH)-43
Office Assistant ST-38, OBC-36, EWS/UR-33
Refrigeration & AC Mechanic UR-33
Electrical Mechanic OBC-36, UR-33
EOT Crane Operator UR-33
Wireman ST-38, UR-33
Machinist UR-33
Marine Fitter ST-38, UR/EWS-33
Pipe Fitter ST-38, UR-33
Welder ST-38, OBC-36, UR -33, PwD(OH[OL])-43

GSL Jobs Salary Details:

Post Name Pay scales & Grade (Revised)
Deputy General Manager 80000-3%-220000 (E-5)
Assistant Manager 40000-3%-140000 (E-1)
Office Assistant 15600-3%-57500 (W-6)
Office Assistant 15600-3%-57500 (W-6)
Refrigeration & AC Mechanic 15100-3%-53000 (W-5)
Electrical Mechanic 15100-3%-53000 (W-5)
EOT Crane Operator 14600-3%-48500 (W-4)
Wireman 14600-3%-48500 (W-4)
Machinist 15100-3%-53000 (W-5)
Marine Fitter
Pipe Fitter
Welder

Application Fee:

  • For Sl. No. 1 and 2 Posts – Rs. 500/-
  • Sl. No. 3 to 12 Posts – Rs. 200/-
  • SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen candidates – No Fee

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GSL Career Selection Process:

  • Interview

How to Apply for Goa Shipyard Recruitment 2020?

Steps to Apply for Goa Shipyard Limited Jobs:

  1. Initially, candidates can apply through ONLINE registration system on GSL official website i.e. goashipyard.in
  2. Check for the GSL Recruitment notification for Marine Fitter, Office Assistant, Welder & Other posts
  3. Download the pdf and read the given instructions carefully
  4. Candidate before starting online registration should keep the properly scanned copies of necessary documents ready.
  5. Fill in all the necessary details asked in the application form
  6. Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature and scanned copies of necessary documents
  7. Pay prescribed application fee
  8. Finally, press on submit button
  9. After successful submission of application forms take a print out of application form.

Important Dates for Goa Shipyard Limited Jobs 2020

Starting Date for Receipt of Online Applications Started
Last Date for Receipt of Online Applications 01st March 2020

Important Links for Goa Shipyard Recruitment 2020

Official Notification Pdf Download Here
Apply Online Link Apply Here
GSL Official Website Click Here

Assam Police Recruitment 2020 | Get Online Apply Link Now for (1283) Constable, Fireman & Other Vacancies Here

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:13 PM PST


Assam Police Recruitment 2020: Online Application for 1283 Police Constable, Fireman & Other Vacancy @ police.assam.gov.in!! The Assam Police Notification has released to hire candidates for various posts like Police Constable, Fireman and Others. The officials want 1283 candidates to fill up these vacancies. Interested candidates are invited to apply online through the Assam Police Apply online link given below. Candidates can start to apply from 25th February 2020. All the details required to be known by the candidates are given below. The last date to apply for Asam Police Recruitment is 15th March 2020. Read all the details given and check eligibility before applying. For more police jobs, click here.

Assam Police Recruitment 2020 | Get Online Apply Link Now for (1283) Constable, Fireman & Other Vacancies Here

Assam Police Recruitment 2020-21

Candidates can read all the details given below and also proceed to refer to the official notification before applying for Assam Police Jobs 2020. Once you have confirmed eligibility, you can proceed to apply online. Candidates can also start preparing for these jobs until the selection process starts. We have also provided the previous papers for candidates to start preparing. Make sure you are eligible before applying for Assam Police Recruitment, otherwise your application will be rejected. Candidates interested in Police Jobs in Assam can make good use of this opportunity.

Overview of Assam Police Recruitment Jobs 2020

Name of the Organization Assam Police
Number of Vacancies 1283
Name of Post Police Constable, Sub Officer, Fireman & Others
Starting date of application 25th February 2020
Closing date of application 15th March 2020
Job Category Assam Government Jobs
Job Location Assam
Application process Online Application
 Official Website police.assam.gov.in

Details of Assam Police Recruitment Vacancy 2020-21:

The details of the vacancy as given in the Assam Police Recruitment 2020 is as below

Name of the Post Number of Posts
Assam Police Radio Organization
Constable of Police (Communication) 802
Constable of Police (UB) 03
Constable of Police (Messenger) 07
Constable of Police (Carpenter) 01
Sub Total 813
Fire and Emergency Service
Sub Office 03
Firemen 410
Emergency Rescuer 57
Sub Total 470
Total 1283

Eligibility Criteria for Assam Police Recruitment 2020

Candidates interested in Assam Police Recruitment Jobs can check their eligibility with the details below to apply online.

Academic Qualification:

Name of the Post Education Qualification
Assam Police Radio Organization
Constable of Police (Communication) 12th Pass
Constable of Police (UB) 12th Pass
Constable of Police (Messenger) 12th Pass
Driving License (LMV & MMV)
Constable of Police (Carpenter) 12th Pass
ITI (Relevant Trade)
Fire and Emergency Service
Sub Office 12th Pass
Firemen 12th Pass
Emergency Rescuer 12th Pass

Read the official notification for more details on Assam Police Recruitment Careers.

Age Limit:

For Sub Officer Posts:

  • Minimum Age – 20 Years
  • Maximum Age – 24 Years

For Constable, APRO, Fireman & Emergency Rescuer Posts:

  • Minimum Age – 18 Years
  • Maximum Age – 25 Years

Age relaxation for Assam Police Recruitment will be as per the rules

Physical Standards:

Minimum Height for General/ OBC/ MOBC/ SC Candidates:

  • Male Candidates – 162.56 cms
  • Female Candidates – 154.94 cms

Minimum Height for ST (H), ST (P) Candidates:

  • Male Candidates – 160.02 cms
  • Female Candidates – 152.40 cms

Minimum Chest for Male Candidates – General/ OBC/ MOBC/ SC:

  • Normal – 80 cms
  • Expanded – 85 cms

Minimum Chest for Male Candidates – ST (H):

  • Normal – 78 cms
  • Expanded – 83 cms

Selection Process:

  • Written Test
  • Interview
  • Document Verification

Pay Scale for Assam Police Recruitment 2020:

  • Refer to the official website for details on the pay scale for Assam Police Recruitment Jobs

Assam Police Recruitment Online Application Fee:

  • Candidates may read the official notification to get more details on Assam Police Recruitment online application fees

How to apply for Assam Police Recruitment 2020?

  1. Go to the official website at www.slprdassam.in
  2. Go to the recruitment section
  3. Open and read the notification for the post you want to apply for
  4. If you are eligible fill the Online Application Form
  5. Check the details before making any payment
  6. Attach scanned copies of necessary documents
  7. Pay prescribed application fee
  8. Submit the form before the last day
  9. Take a print out of the application form for future reference

Address:

Office Of The Chairman,
State Level Police Recruitment Board,
Assam, Rehabari, Guwahati – 781008

Contact Details:

  • Telephone Number – 0361-2970059

Important Dates for Assam Police Recruitment 2020-21:

Starting Date to Apply Online 25th February 2020
Last Date to Apply Online 15th March 2020

Important Links for Assam Police Recruitment 2020-21:

 Official Notification Pdf  Download Here
Apply Online Link Available on 25th February 2020
Official Website Click Here

Other Important Assam Government Jobs:

Recruitment Board Apply Online & Last Date Post Details
 Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India  DFCCIL Recruitment
[15-03-2020]
Executive & Others – 54
Armed Forces Tribunal Armed Forces Tribunal Recruitment
[13-03-2020]
Tribunal Master, Assistant, UDC & Other – 100
 Balmer Lawrie & Co. Limited  Balmer Lawrie Recruitment
[09-03-2020]
Assistant Manager, Sr. Manager & Other – 40
 Directorate of Technical Education  DTE Assam Recruitment
[02-03-2020]
Assistant Professor & Others – 87
 Samagra Shiksha Assam  SSA Assam Recruitment 
[29-02-2020]
Cluster Resource Centre Coordinator – CRCC – 1842
 Gauhati High Court Gauhati High Court Recruitment
[26-02-2020]
Assam Judicial Service – 27

About Assam Police Department:

Assam Police is considered as one of the recognized law enforcement agencies for the Indian state of Assam. The regular police force in Assam was initiated by the British. This is to maintain the law and order and it came to life after the Treaty of Yandabo. Assam Police is functioning under the Home Affairs Department which is located in Assam, India. The Assam Police was formed in the year 1826 and there are nearly 61,310 employees are working in this organization to serve the people. It has its headquarters in Ulubari, Guwahati. The agency executive of the Assam Police is Mukesh Sahay, an IPS, director, General of Police. The parent agency of the Assam Police is the Home Department, Govt of Assam. The official website of the Assam Police is www.assampolice.gov.in.

UPSESSB TGT PGT Previous Papers – Download UP Teacher Exam Question Paper Pdf @upsessb.org

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 03:43 PM PST

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Post Name TGT, PGT
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Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:05 PM PST

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Indo-US trade deal: The ball is now in Washington's court

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NEW DELHI: Any further movement on India-US trade deal would depend on response from Washington, officials privy to the deliberations told ET, adding there is convergence on many issues.US president Donald Trump has said his country is "not treated very well by India" but the US is "doing a very big trade deal with India". Indian trade negotiators said a decision on the deal and its structure is now a political call.According to one official, talks will continue till a deal is finalised. While dairy remains a sticky issue, officials said datarelated issues have not been discussed lately and are not part of the deal. "We are always willing to talk but now they have to figure it out," said another official."Well, we can have a trade deal with India, but I'm really saving the big deal for later on. We're doing a very big trade deal with India. We'll have it. I don't know if it'll be done before the election, but we'll have a very big deal with India," Trump said on Tuesday. He is scheduled to be in India on February 24-25. 74218339 The two sides have been negotiating a trade deal for more than year with ministers and officials of both countries discussing the issues at various domestic and global fora.In 2018-19, India's exports to the US were $52.4 billion, while imports were $ 35.5 billion. Trade deficit dipped from $21.3 billion in 2017-18 to $16.9 billion in 2018-19.As per another official, talks will continue till a deal is finalised. "The decision has to be taken at the political level now," the official said.Issues GaloreNew Delhi has said Washington is in no position to address India's concerns on dairy. India wants an assurance that the source animal was not raised on feed made of bovine extracts, similar to the certifications provided by the European Union, Australia and New Zealand, but the US has been stalling on the issue.India's concerns are two-fold. Not only is it a politically sensitive subject but also a religious issue on which New Delhi can't compromise. "They feed bovine extracts to their cattle and have no way to address our concern," said another person.Sources said India's offer to reduce duty on high-end bikes, which would cover Harley-Davidson motorcycles, has not been met with much enthusiasm from the US. Trump has often cited duties on Harley-Davidson in his trade-related criticism of India. "Harley Davidson is very much part of the package and the US is now terming it a small issue though Trump highlighted it many times," said one official.Moreover, Washington's increasing wish-list and new demands have not been taken very well by India.Besides, India has ruled out any political urgency on restoration of Generalised System of Preference (GSP) benefits as its exports under GSP product lines rose 5.5% on-year in June-December 2019, faster than 1.9% rise in total exports to the US in the same period.

Telcos dues to jump after new DoT math

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Mumbai: The statutory dues of telecom operators — pegged at Rs 1.64 lakh crore — is set to rise sharply with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) now in the process of calculating dues for FY18 and FY19, officials said.The adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues of Rs 92,642 crore in licence fees, interest and penalties — which was submitted to Parliament and the Supreme Court — is till FY17. Spectrum usage charge (SUC) dues of Rs 70,869 crore though are updated till January 23, 2020."The AGR dues have been calculated till 2016-2017 — this is a long process. We are now accessing the figures for the period since then, including the penalties and interest," said a person aware of the development. "There are 22 circles and this aggregation takes time."Industry executives fear fresh DoT estimates till FY19 may push the AGR dues higher by as much 40%. This will further widen the gap between government estimates and self-assessments by telcos and could set the stage for another round of litigation between the two sides, executives said. 74218596 Self-assessment Numbers"The self-assessment numbers that will be submitted by the operators will be an updated one. However, the DoT's AGR reviews have a lag of two-three years which further adds to the issue as claims between the telcos and government differ," said Rajan Mathews, director general of Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), an industry body that represents the private players. "DoT has the authority to audit the telcos' claims, but this has been an ongoing issue."So far, DoT estimates show Vodafone Idea has to pay Rs 56,709.49 crore to the government. Of this, it paid Rs 2,500 crore on Monday with the assurance that it will pay another Rs 1,000 crore by this Friday. Bharti Airtel has to pay Rs 39,723.93 crore, of which it has so far paid Rs 10,000 crore and said self-assessment is underway. Tata Teleservices so far has AGR dues of Rs 14,819.03 crore and has paid Rs 2,197 crore, which the company says is the full and final payment as per its computations.Initial calculations by Bharti Airtel peg its dues at Rs 15,000-18,000 crore while Vodafone Idea's initial computation puts it at around Rs 23,000 crore, ET has reported.The Supreme Court ruled on October 24 that AGR includes non-core items, leaving 15 telcos facing dues of more than Rs 1.64 lakh crore. Only three of these 15 — Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio Infocomm and Vodafone Idea— are currently providing telecom services. Vodafone India and Idea Cellular merged in August 2018 to form Vodafone Idea.The ruling and subsequent government demands have put pressure on cash-strapped Vodafone Idea. The government, as ET reported Wednesday, is now trying take steps to provide some relief to ensure that the sector will continue to have three private sector companies. A Vodafone Idea collapse would have an impact across sectors and the wider economy, causing job losses and possibly tainting the global perception of India as an investment decision.

Going for skill? Learn the TCS, Infosys way

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Bengaluru: India's largest software exporters, Tata Consultancy Services and Infosys, are exploring options to open up their internal e-learning courses to consumers directly said top company executives, marking a first for the IT services companies as they look to build new streams of revenue.Currently, both companies use their skilling platforms – Infosys' Lex and TCS' Ion — to train over 700,000 employees, as they look to reskill their workforce."If you take the Wingspan-Lex story, there is a very small amount of work to be done to make it a consumer platform-....We are not blind to it," Salil Parekh, CEO of Infosys, told ET in a recent interview. "Our main focus is still the large enterprises, but we are looking at some of these things which might morph into it over time," he said.The company's mobile-based skilling platform – which measures the time spent by an individual in learning a new software programme, identifies gaps and prods further learning — has been rebranded as Wingspan to sell it to its existing enterprise customers.The plan is to now explore options beyond to create a consumer-facing business, top executives said.Industry leader Tata Consultancy Services, which employs over 487,000 people, is also looking to make its learning platform available to consumers at large. In 2019, it opened up the platform to students who had failed to make the cut on the national qualifier tests that it conducts while hiring freshers. 74218485 Hot Topic in India"The opportunity is there to… open it up to others, beyond the talent pool and the supply chain that we have," Ganapathy Subramaniam, chief operating officer, Tata Consultancy Services told ET.Skilling is a particularly hot topic in India. The National Association of Software and Services Companies (Nasscom) estimates that a tenth of the users on skilling platforms globally are from India. As technology becomes an increasingly key part of all industries, the demand for skills has sky-rocketed.The reskilling and certification market in India was estimated to grow to $500 million by 2021, according to a 2017 report by Google and KPMG. It accounts for a quarter of the $2.1 billion online education market.Experts are of the view that IT services companies will likely require a different group (of executives) to run a consumer-facing business."They would need a separate subsidiary in order to focus on consumer needs or license out a joint venture," said Ray Wang, founder of Silicon Valley-based Constellation Research.Infosys has a team working on a consumer strategy for Wingspan-Lex and a commercial model.Typically, consumer-focussed edtech platforms are venturecapital funded and are initially unprofitable as they spend money to scale. That is not a model that Infosys will consider, Parekh said. "We are not in the business of scaling things by making huge losses. That is not something we are good at. So we are looking at different ways of scaling it," he said.TCS has been in talks with publishers and IIT professors to host content on the platform and is looking at building a payments layer on top of the skilling platform, ET had previously reported.Though it is not yet clear whether the platforms would focus just on India or other markets as well, IT consultants said the companies would have to consider different strategies to run a consumer business."Their challenge is to uncouple them from their internal operations and make them standalone. This presents challenges in both developing better and more resilient UX capabilities as well as developing a new commercial operating model which fits the learning and development market place," said Peter Bendor-Samuel, CEO of Everest Research.

How debt management could affect monetary policy

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By Jahangir AzizThe dust has finally begun to settle on this year's budget and post-budget monetary policy review. With the immediate reactions of the market and analysts out of the way, it's a good time to assess, with some detachment, the content of the two. Much of the equity market's disappointment was that the budget, which aims to cut the headline deficit from 3.8% of GDP last year to 3.5%, was devoid of any material tax cuts or increased spending when GDP growth has dropped to its lowest since the 2008-09 global crisis.The reality is, however, different. Most countries do not count privatisation as revenue, but as a source of financing fiscal deficit since it's just a redistribution of savings from the private sector to the government. It does not change overall demand in the economy. Excluding privatisation from revenue, as it should be, a very different picture of the fiscal stance emerges. The underlying deficit in 2018-19 at 3.9% (headline deficit 3.4%) widened to 4.1% (headline 3.8%) in 2019-20, providing 0.2% in fiscal support.For 2020-21, the underlying budgeted deficit is 4.5%, excluding the outsized 0.9% of planned privatisation. This implies a doubling of fiscal support of 0.4%. Of course, it is uncertain whether privatisation and tax collection targets will be achieved and modest fiscal changes are sufficient to put India back on its winning way. But, as of now, GoI intends to provide substantial fiscal support this year —not the other way around, as widely believed. While the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held rates citing high inflation, RBI announced a raft of new liquidity measures, including one and three-year repos with banks. While the market waxed eloquent about these inspired measures, they raise questions about India's monetary policy framework.The shift to a formal inflation-targeting framework in 2015, and the delegation of all authority regarding interest rate policy to MPC for the first time, separated monetary policy from RBI's many other functions, including managing GoI's debt. This, by far, has been one of GoI's most effective and far-reaching structural reforms.There's a rate cut, there's notWhat happened on February 6? MPC revised higher its inflation forecast for the year on the back of the recent rise in food prices and kept policy rates on hold. At the same time, RBI announced the new long-term repo operations (LTROs) that effectively cut yields on medium-term government paper by about 25 basis points (bps). Thus, while MPC found the rise in inflation sufficiently disconcerting to keep policy rates on hold, RBI found it benign enough to effect a cut in interest rates.To be clear, I am not questioning whether the decisions were appropriate or not, although I am puzzled by MPC's inability to look past the transient rise in food inflation as implied by its own 2020 forecast and continue to cut rates. India's real lending rates (deflated with core inflation) have risen relentlessly over the past 12 months. The hoped-for domestic recovery is likely to be delayed by the outbreak of coronavirus, substantially damaging near-term global demand and intensifying global disinflation.Instead, my question is whether this is the new de facto monetary policy framework, whereby MPC decides the overnight rate and RBI the rest of the yield curve. Many will argue that the reduction in medium-term rates is an unintended consequence of LTROs, which aim to provide liquidity to improve monetary transmission and boost credit.First, if there is one lesson the recent history of India teaches us, it is that policymakers need to be wary of inadvertent spillovers from their policy choices. Second, with excess interbank liquidity at 1.5% of GDP, it is doubtful whether further injection of liquidity will boost credit. On the one hand, demand for credit is low because of weak growth. On the other, banks have appropriately tightened lending standards, as it was hoped they would, after the painful restructuring of bad loans over the last 18 months.Some will argue that there is nothing wrong with a central bank controlling the yield curve. After all, don't all the G3 (US, EU, Japan) central banks effectively do the same? True, for the most part. But there is a difference. These central banks resorted to unconventional monetary policy only after policy rates had hit zero, not when they were above 500 bps as in India. In addition, economic efficiency demands that the central bank influence the interest rate structure with minimal control and allow the market to determine the price and allocation of credit. This implies controlling rates at the shortest horizon, not the entire term structure.Separation of church & stateSeparately, even if not intended, LTROs could well be misconstrued as ways to reduce government borrowing costs. For years, GoI has been urged to relieve RBI of debt-management responsibilities and entrust these to an independent agency, as in most developed and advanced emerging market economies. This is because the two objectives — monetary policy and debt management — can lead to contradictory choices about interest policy, as is the case now. It would not be surprising if the market starts to ask whether growth-inflation dynamics, or the state of government finances, will decide the next interest rate move.While governments, both past and present, have shown little urgency in establishing an independent debt management agency, the formation of MPC and the formalisation of RBI's monetary policy objective since 2015 had been providing some degree of separation between RBI's two roles. This had helped to greatly clarify RBI's communications and, in turn, deepen credibility. Alas, these old disconnects have now resurfaced.The writer is Chief Emerging Markets Economist, JPMorgan Chase Bank

Telcos dues to jump after new DoT math

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Mumbai: The statutory dues of telecom operators — pegged at Rs 1.64 lakh crore — is set to rise sharply with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) now in the process of calculating dues for FY18 and FY19, officials said.The adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues of Rs 92,642 crore in licence fees, interest and penalties — which was submitted to Parliament and the Supreme Court — is till FY17. Spectrum usage charge (SUC) dues of Rs 70,869 crore though are updated till January 23, 2020."The AGR dues have been calculated till 2016-2017 — this is a long process. We are now accessing the figures for the period since then, including the penalties and interest," said a person aware of the development. "There are 22 circles and this aggregation takes time."Industry executives fear fresh DoT estimates till FY19 may push the AGR dues higher by as much 40%. This will further widen the gap between government estimates and self-assessments by telcos and could set the stage for another round of litigation between the two sides, executives said. 74218596 Self-assessment Numbers"The self-assessment numbers that will be submitted by the operators will be an updated one. However, the DoT's AGR reviews have a lag of two-three years which further adds to the issue as claims between the telcos and government differ," said Rajan Mathews, director general of Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), an industry body that represents the private players. "DoT has the authority to audit the telcos' claims, but this has been an ongoing issue."So far, DoT estimates show Vodafone Idea has to pay Rs 56,709.49 crore to the government. Of this, it paid Rs 2,500 crore on Monday with the assurance that it will pay another Rs 1,000 crore by this Friday. Bharti Airtel has to pay Rs 39,723.93 crore, of which it has so far paid Rs 10,000 crore and said self-assessment is underway. Tata Teleservices so far has AGR dues of Rs 14,819.03 crore and has paid Rs 2,197 crore, which the company says is the full and final payment as per its computations.Initial calculations by Bharti Airtel peg its dues at Rs 15,000-18,000 crore while Vodafone Idea's initial computation puts it at around Rs 23,000 crore, ET has reported.The Supreme Court ruled on October 24 that AGR includes non-core items, leaving 15 telcos facing dues of more than Rs 1.64 lakh crore. Only three of these 15 — Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio Infocomm and Vodafone Idea— are currently providing telecom services. Vodafone India and Idea Cellular merged in August 2018 to form Vodafone Idea.The ruling and subsequent government demands have put pressure on cash-strapped Vodafone Idea. The government, as ET reported Wednesday, is now trying take steps to provide some relief to ensure that the sector will continue to have three private sector companies. A Vodafone Idea collapse would have an impact across sectors and the wider economy, causing job losses and possibly tainting the global perception of India as an investment decision.

Coronavirus: Niti CEO find ways to reduce drug import dependence on China

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New Delhi: The government is contemplating ways to encourage domestic manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to counter a potential shortage of bulk drugs and intermediates amid the Covid-19 outbreak. A suitable ecosystem with focus on fiscal and procedural support to pharma companies is being considered.People aware of the development told ET the broader vision was to make India competitive and self-sufficient in APIs in the medium- to long-term.Niti Aayog chief executive Amitabh Kant on Wednesday chaired a meeting with representatives of top drug makers, like Dr. Reddy's, Lupin, Glenmark, Mylan, Zydus, Pfizer and Biocon. They discussed ways to reduce import dependence on China for bulk drugs or intermediates.The idea is to build API production capacity for 58 APIs, for which India is significantly dependent on China. The list has been compiled by the drug regulatory authority and contains antibiotics like azithromycin, amoxicillin, ofloxacin, metronidazole, vitamins such as B12, B1, B6 and E, female hormone progesterone and anticardiac arrest drug atorvastatin, among others."It is a good development. The government is willing to support the API industry. In the process, the industry will bounce back (and regain its) glory," said Pankaj Patel, group chairman, Zydus.Experts say the Indian API industry was ahead of China in the 1990s, but the advantages of free land, low cost utilities such as water, steam, power and negligible financing costs in China changed the dynamics, resulting in its atrophy here."The government is looking at developing API parks in India," said VV Krishna Reddy, national president, Bulk Drug Manufacturers' Association (BDMA).It is learnt that the ministry of environment and forest has assured expeditious clearances to all such related proposals. "The government wants to build and revive the industry, build capacity and expedite environmental clearances," said Sudarshan Jain, secretary general, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance.Officials at the meeting with Kant were told to keep a watch on resumption of production, logistics, employees on duty and affected sites in China.

Up 485% since listing! IRCTC zooms ahead to new record high

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Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation's (IRCTC) blistering run on the bourses continues with the stock soaring 485 per cent since its listing in October, bucking the dreary performance of its other listed public sector peers. With a monopoly in the company's area of operations — catering, tourism and online ticketing for Indian Railways, investors and traders are making a beeline for the stock but analysts warn the run could stop abruptly because of stretched valuations.IRCTC shares which were listed at Rs 644 on October 10 against the offer price of Rs 320, hit a new high of Rs 1,872 on Wednesday. Analysts say the uninterrupted run in IRCTC shares is because of investors' appetite for themes that benefit from the internet expansion in the country. Almost 7.8 lakh tickets were sold daily on an average through IRCTC's website during 2018-19.The company has a strong balance sheet with net cash of Rs 1,150 crore as on September 2019 and 45 per cent dividend pay-out. IRCTC reported a 180 per cent increase in year-on-year profit at Rs 205.80 crore for the quarter ended December 31. Its revenue from operation increased 65 per cent to Rs 715.98 crore in the December quarter."Strong fundamentals and debt-free balance sheet along with decent return ratios; ROE being 26 per cent, operating margins of 20 per cent and PAT margin at 15 per cent augurs well," said Dharmesh Kant, head of research, IndiaNivesh. "We expect food catering and travel tourism segments to grow in mid-teens while operating margins of packaged water division to improve as more plants are commissioned."Despite rosy prospects, the run-up in the stock has exceeded expectations."Though IRCTC as a monopolistic firm has an excellent business model, the valuation at 40 times its FY21earnings is not sustainable for a PSU stock," said Kush Katakia, CEO, Beanstalk Advisory.Low outstanding shares of the company could keep the momentum going at least for the moment. IRCTC has a free-flat of only 2.02 crore shares of which 1.14 crore shares are with institutions such as mutual funds and foreign portfolio investors. Retail shareholders own only 61.77 lakh shares. Daily average traded volumes in the stock in February was 67 lakh shares.

Vodafone Idea counter sees strong spike in delivery

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Days after being battered by the Supreme Court's refusal to give any relief to telcos on their AGR dues, Vodafone Idea stock witnessed bullish activity on Wednesday. This drove the price up by almost 40 per cent at close to Rs 4.2 a share, the highest intraday surge since the stock listed.The number of shares traded at 101.5 crore were a little more than three times the average traded quantity of the past three months and the deliverable quantity at 24.57 crore shares was also more than three times the average delivered quantity over three months.On the derivatives counter, the open interest (OI) of the February futures contract rose by almost 8 per cent as its price jumped 40 per cent, indicating creation of fresh bullish bets. On the near month options' counter, the OI put-call ratio (PCR) jumped to 0.55 from 0.49 as call sellers covered their short call positions and put buyers liquidated their long put positions."The market is building hopes of telcos getting some reprieve," said Chandan Taparia, derivatives analyst at Motilal Oswal. "Whether that happens or not remains to be seen but for now there's short covering and also some speculative bullish positions being created."

Tech bodies to take Data Bill worries to house committee

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New Delhi: Top industry bodies representing Indian as well as foreign companies are expected to highlight key issues pertaining to the Personal Data Protection (PDP) Bill before a Joint Parliamentary Committee that is studying the legislation, which was tabled in Parliament late last year.The issues pertain to inclusion of non-personal data in the Bill, exemptions that the government has granted for itself, voluntary verification of users by social media companies and weakening of the Data Protection Authority.The associations, which represent companies such as Infosys, TCS, Google, Facebook, Paytm and Amazon, to name a few, will highlight their concerns through written submissions within the next one week.They are also likely to raise the issue of the high cost of compliance under the provisions of the Bill and the risks to startups and the software exports industry.The JPC met for the second time on Tuesday, where officials from the Ministry of Electronics and IT briefed its members again. The committee, headed by BJP MP Meenakshi Lekhi, has given stakeholders time till February 25 to submit feedback.It is expected to meet again in the first week of March.Although the clauses on data localisation have been relaxed, companies have raised concerns since the government has not defined critical, sensitive and personal data. Critical data will have to be stored only within the country.The Bill will require lot of regulatory approvals that may "slow things down" and impose additional costs on companies, said Jay Gullish, Director for Digital Economy, US-India Business Council. The clause on non-personal data may also lead to conflict, he added."Once you have anonymised the data and handed it over, are there any checks and balances in place? What about business models that are based on free information?"The industry is looking forward to a "clean" Bill and light touch regulation so that there is no need for another law when technology changes, he said.On the data localisation clause, Gullish said there is no clarity on what should be localised, and industry is seeking clarity.According to the first draft of the data Bill, one copy of all personal data had to be stored in India.However, the PDP 2019 has mandated that while all "critical" information should be stored and processed only in India, all "sensitive personal data" can be processed outside subject to certain conditions, although it will still have to be stored within the country.There is no clarity on how the processing of foreign data will be regulated, said Ashish Aggarwal, senior director at IT industry lobby group Nasscom.74217978

How to of the Day

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 05:09 PM PST

How to of the Day


How to Fold Clothes

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:00 PM PST

Whether it's in a dresser or a suitcase, folded clothes provide a helpful and less cluttered way for you to organize your everyday life. At any given time of year, you may have a variety of shirts, skirts, pants, shorts, and other clothes to fold and put away. With the proper methods, you'll be ready to store your tops and bottoms in no time.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Folding Shirts and Tops

  1. Make your T-shirts as compact as possible. Place your garment facedown, and bring the left half of the shirt to the center. Flip the short sleeve so that it faces the outer edge of the shirt. Repeat this with the right half of the garment before tucking the curved neckline into the shirt to create a rectangular shape. Fold the shirt once more to get it ready for storage.[1]
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    • Once you've folded your shirt, you can keep it upright in your dresser or wardrobe drawer.
    • If the T-shirt is on the larger side, consider folding it in thirds instead of halves.
  2. Fold polo shirts lengthwise to store them. Place the shirt facedown on a flat surface and check that the shirt is completely buttoned before continuing. Tuck the sleeves into the center of the back, and fold the shirt in half so that the shoulders are touching. Complete the fold by bringing the bottom hem of the shirt to meet the collar.[2]
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    • This method also works for dress shirts, or any shirt with buttons.
  3. Fold tank tops into a small square. Set the tank top facedown on a flat surface before folding it in half lengthwise, making the garment look like a narrow rectangle. Next, fold the tank top in half again so that it forms a square. Store the tank top in a dresser, or in any place where it will fit.[3]
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    • If your tank top has thinner straps, tuck them beneath the shirt.
  4. Keep your dress wrinkle-free by folding it into a rectangle. Set your dress on a flat, smooth surface and brush out any obvious wrinkles from the garment. Fold the dress in half lengthwise and tuck a third of the skirt into the dress, making the garment look like a rectangle. Repeat this process on the opposite side of the skirt before folding it in half or in thirds.[4]
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    • Smaller dresses can be folded in half, while larger dresses should be folded in thirds.
    • If your dress is especially fancy, consider hanging it up instead of folding it.
  5. Tuck in the sleeves when folding a long-sleeve shirt. Set your shirt facedown on a smooth surface, like a table. Bring one third of the shirt into the center, folding the long sleeves into an "L" shape as you go. Bring the neckline of the shirt down to the hem so that the garment looks like a rectangle. Fold it half one more time before storing it.
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    • With this method, you can store your long-sleeved shirts in an upright position.
  6. Fold sweaters in half after tucking in the sleeves. Arrange the sweater facedown on a flat surface. Cross both of the sleeves into the center, as if the sweater is hugging itself. Finally, fold the sweater so that the bottom hem touches the neckline of the garment.[5]
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    • If your sweater is especially bulky or big, feel free to tuck in the bottom third of the garment before folding it in half.

[Edit]Putting Away Bottom Garments

  1. Keep the seams lined up when folding shorts. Fold your shorts in half symmetrically, so the material is creased over the center seam. Next, fold the center seam into the middle of the shorts. Finally, fold the shorts in half lengthwise to hide the seam.[6]
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    • Use your hands to flatten the material as you go.
    • Ideally, your shorts should look like a smooth, flat square of fabric.
  2. Fold skirts into thirds to store them. Smooth the skirt with your hands after placing it on a flat surface. Fold the skirt in half lengthwise so that it looks like a narrow rectangle before continuing. Next, tuck in the bottom and top portions of the skirt to make the garment more compact. Finally, fold it in half or in thirds to get your skirt ready for storage.[7]
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    • To prevent wrinkles, continue to smooth out your skirt as you fold it.
  3. Continue folding your leggings in half until they form a small square. Smooth out your leggings on a flat surface before you begin. Crease the material along the center hem so that the legs are touching before folding the leggings in half lengthwise. Finish the fold by tucking one end of the leggings into the waistband.[8]
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    • Since leggings are generally made of a stretchier material, try to squeeze them into smaller drawers.
  4. Fold dress pants along the crease to keep them smooth. Iron the fabric to remove any wrinkles, then fold them along the crease or center seam. Check to make sure that the material is smooth before folding the dress pants in half lengthwise.[9]
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    • If you don't have a lot of room to store your nice pants, consider folding them in thirds.
    • If possible, try storing your dress pants in a garment bag.
  5. Fold jeans into thirds. Shake out the jeans on and smooth out the inner pockets with your hands. Next, fold the jeans in half so that the back pockets are touching. After arranging them on a flat surface, tuck the groin seam into the jeans. Fold the jeans lengthwise by halves or thirds depending on where you plan on storing them.[10]
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    • When you tuck in the groin seam, it should resemble a small triangle.

[Edit]Tips

  • Not all clothes should necessarily be folded. Fancier clothes, like long dresses, gowns, blouses, blazers, coats, and dress pants should be stored on hangers when possible.[11]
  • If your clothes tend to get wrinkly, be sure to steam or iron them before you put them away.[12]
  • When folding long socks, bring the cuff over to the toe.[13]

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

How to Teach Active and Passive Voice

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:00 AM PST

Passive voice is used in writing when you want to emphasize the object of a sentence, while active voice is used when you want to emphasize the subject of a sentence. Knowing the difference between these 2 voices is vital for students and writers to understand. To teach active and passive voice, make sure to identify the subject and verb in a sentence, explain the difference between active and passive voice, and rearrange sentences from passive to active using the same verb tense.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Explaining the Active Voice

  1. Identify the subject and the verb in a sentence. In order for a sentence to be a sentence, it has to have a subject and a verb. The difference between active and passive voice is dependent on the order that these parts go in. Write out a sentence and underline both the subject and the verb so that they are easily identifiable.[1]
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    • For example, "She threw the ball for her dog." "She" is the subject and "threw" is the verb.
  2. Explain that the active voice is when the subject comes before the verb. In order to use active voice, your students need to understand that the subject must come before the verb in a sentence. Make sure that they understand that the subject must be doing the verb in a sentence for it to be active.[2]
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    • In the sentence "She threw the ball for her dog," "She," the subject, comes before "threw," the verb.
  3. Emphasize the importance of active voice. In writing, active voice is the preferred voice since it engages the reader and flows well. Tell your students that whenever possible, they should be using active voice.[3]
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    • Passive voice is okay sometimes, but it should be used sparingly and in the right context.

[Edit]Identifying the Passive Voice

  1. Explain that the passive voice is when the verb acts upon the object. The passive voice is defined as a sentence that does not have an active action happening within it. You can identify the passive voice by finding sentences where the verb does something to the subject or the object of the sentence.[4]
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    • For example, "The fish was caught by the seagull" uses the passive voice. "The fish" is the object of the sentence, and "was caught" is the verb.
  2. Use the passive voice when you don't know the subject of the sentence. The passive voice is okay to use sometimes, like in instances where the subject of a sentence is unclear or unknown. Tell your students to use the passive voice sparingly to add suspense to their writing.[5]
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    • For example, the sentence "The documents were stolen" uses the passive voice because you don't know who stole the documents.
  3. Look for forms of "to be" to identify the passive voice. Most often, passive voice sentences have some form of the phrase "to be" in them. Watch out for phrases like "has been," "have been," "is," "are," and "were" as a clue for the passive voice.[6]
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[Edit]Changing Sentences from Passive to Active

  1. Identify the verb in the passive sentence. The best way to start rearranging a passive sentence is to start with the verb. Look for action words that describe what someone or something is doing in the sentence.[7]
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    • For example, in the sentence "The cat is scared by the dog," "scared" is the verb.
    • In the sentence "The machines are used to mix ingredients," "used" is the verb.
  2. Ask your students who or what is doing the verb to find the subject. You may need to add in new information to find out who or what the subject is. Identify the subject of your passive sentence to begin your new active sentence.[8]
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    • For example, in the sentence "The cat is scared by the dog," "the dog" is the subject.
    • In the sentence "The machines are used to mix ingredients," you don't know who or what the subject is because it is not included. Use context clues to come up with the subject. In this example, "The chefs" or "The bakers" are 2 potential subjects.
  3. Keep the tense of the verb the same. When switching from passive voice to active voice, it is important to keep the integrity of the sentence. Make sure that you identify if the sentence is written in the past, present, or future tense and keep it the same as you transfer it over.[9]
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    • For example, in "The cat is scared by the dog," "is scared" is present tense.
    • In "The machines are used to mix ingredients," "are used" is present tense.
  4. Put the subject before the verb in your sentence to make it active. The final step to completing a passive to active transition is to make sure your subject is before the verb. Rearrange the order of the words in the sentence so that it becomes active.[10]
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    • For example, "The cat is scared by the dog" becomes "The dog scares the cat."
    • "The machines are used to mix ingredients" becomes "The chefs use machines to mix ingredients."

[Edit]Doing Activities to Teach Younger Students

  1. Complete an action and ask your students to describe what you did. Stand at the front of the classroom and do a simple action, like dropping your pen on the floor. Ask your students to use their words to describe what you did. When someone says "You dropped your pen on the floor," write that sentence down on the board as an example of the active voice.[11]
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    • If you are teaching high school or college students, this activity may be too juvenile for them. Stick with changing sentences from passive to active voice.
  2. Do an action and write it with the passive voice. You can either repeat the active action or choose a new one. Tell your students that this time you'll tell them what happened. Drop your pen on the floor and then write "The pen was dropped on the floor." Point this out as an example of the passive voice.[12]
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    • If your students are understanding the passive voice so far, they may be able to figure out the passive form of your action on their own.
  3. Drop a few objects to teach the importance of changing the verb. It can be hard for students to remember to change the verb from singular to plural in a passive voice sentence. Drop 2 or more pens at the front of the classroom and ask your students to describe your action using the passive voice.[13]
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    • Your students should write "The pens were dropped on the floor." Point out the importance of "were" versus "was."
  4. Discuss things that the government does using passive voice. Ask your students to think about the kinds of things that the government does for the community. Tell them to create sentences describing what the government does without using "the government" in their sentences. This will force their sentences to become passive.[14]
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    • For example, your students could say, "The roads were fixed." "Hospitals were built." "The park benches were painted."

[Edit]Tips

  • You can start teaching the difference between active and passive voice to children between the ages of 9 and 11.

[Edit]References

How to Make an Earbud Holder

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:00 AM PST

Earbuds can easily get tangled if you leave the wires loose. If you want to keep your cords organized and easy to use, there are many different ways to make a DIY earbud wrap or container. If you want to create something simple, try using a credit card, clothespins, or a piece of fabric to make an easy wrap. For something a little sturdier, try an empty mint container as an earphone cord holder. Once you finish making your holder, your earbuds will stay organized and tangle-free!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Cutting a Credit Card Earbud Holder

  1. Punch a hole in from the short side of a credit card. Use a credit card or gift card that's expired or invalid for your project. Place a hole punch in the middle of the credit card's short side so it's about in from the edge. Squeeze the handles of the hole punch together to make the hole.[1]

    Make an Earbud Holder Step 1.jpg
    • The single hole will hold the jack side of the earbud cord.
    • You can buy a hole punch from a craft or office supply store.
  2. Make 2 more holes on the opposite short side of the credit card. Turn the card so you're working on the other short side directly across from the hole you just punched. Punch the holes so they're in from the short side and from the long sides. That way, you have space to put each of the earbuds in the holes.[2]

  3. Cut straight lines from the short edges of the card to the centers of each hole. Line up the scissor's blades so they're perpendicular to the short side of the credit card and so it crosses through the middle of one of the nearest hole. Make a straight cut from the short edge to the hole so there's a small slit in the card. Repeat the process with the rest of the holes so they each have a slit.[3]

    • The slits allow you to easily bend the credit card so you can slide the wires into the holes.
    • If you aren't able to cut through the card easily with scissors, make the slits with a utility knife instead.
  4. Use your scissors to cut curved notches into the long sides of the credit card. Start your cut with a pair of scissors from the corner along the long side of the card. Carefully cut a concave curve that goes in from the long edge. End your cut so it stops from the opposite corner of the credit card. Make the same cuts on the other long side so the credit card has an hourglass shape.[4]

    • The curved edges will prevent the cord from sliding around so it doesn't fall off of the holder.
    • If there are sharp corners after you make your cuts, smooth them out with 120-grit sandpaper so you don't get hurt or damage your earbuds.
  5. Feed the earbuds through the 2 holes on one of the short edges. Slightly push the section of the credit card between the punched holes forward so the slits open up. Feed the wire at the base of an earbud into the slit on one of the holes. Put the other earbud into the second hole on the same side of the card as the first one.[5]

  6. Wind the cord around the notches before putting the jack in the empty hole. Straighten out the cord for the earbuds so there aren't any snags or tangles. Loosely coil the cord around the narrowest section of the cards long sides so they don't slide around on the credit card. Once you've wrapped the entire cord, push the headphone jack through the slit of the last hole.[6]
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    • Don't pull the cord too tightly, or else you could damage the internal wires.

[Edit]Creating a Simple Clothespin Wrap

  1. Paint or draw on 2 clothespins if you want your holder to have a design. If you want to add simple designs, lightly sketch on the clothespins with a pencil to see what it looks like. Fill in your design with colored markers or pencils to complete it. If you want to change the colors of the clothespins, pick an acrylic paint and brush a light coat onto them. Let the paint dry completely before moving on.[7]
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    • Wooden clothespins work best for making earbud holders.
    • You don't have to paint or draw designs on the clothespins if you don't want to.
  2. Stack and hot-glue the clothespins so the openings face opposite directions. Set one of the clothespins on top of the other so one points to the left and one points to the right. Apply a line of hot glue along the length of the top piece on one of the clothespins. Press the bottom of the second clothespin against the line of glue and hold it in place for 30 seconds so the glue can set.[8]

    • Hot glue dries within about 1 minute, so be sure to work quickly so the glue doesn't dry.
  3. Clamp the earbuds in the top clothespin. Straighten out the cord for your earbuds to make sure it isn't twisted or tangled together. Squeeze the left side of the clothespin holder together to open the right side. Put the bottoms of the earbuds in the open right side and let go of the clothespins to snap them shut. The earbuds will stay tightly inside the pin so they don't pull out.[9]

    • Lightly tug on the cord to make sure the earbuds don't slip out from the clothespins. If they do, make sure the clothespin only clamps around the wires at the base of each earbud.
  4. Wrap the cord around the clothespins lengthwise to secure it. Start with the wires attached to the earbuds and pull them toward the left side of the holder. Position the wires so they go in the opening you squeeze together to open the clothespins. Continue coiling the earbud cord around the large openings on the ends of the holder so it doesn't fall off. When you reach the headphone jack, clamp it in the bottom clothespin.[10]
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    • Don't pull the cord too tightly or else you could break the internal wires and need to buy new earbuds.

[Edit]Making a Fabric Cord Wrap

  1. Make a H-shaped template with paper. Cut a piece of paper with a pair of scissors to make a square. Fold the piece of paper in half and crease it along the edge. Cut off a rectangle from the corners on the folded edge. Unfold the piece of paper so it looks like the letter H.[11]

    Make an Earbud Holder Step 11.jpg
    • The notches at the top and bottom of the paper will help your earbuds stay in place without them slipping around.
  2. Trace and cut the shape from a piece of stiffened felt. Stiffened felt is slightly thicker than standard felt, so it holds its shape better. Place the paper template on top of the felt and outline around it with a pencil or marker. Use your scissors to cut the shape out from the felt to use for your DIY earphone cord holder.[12]

    • You can buy stiffened felt from a fabric or craft store.
    • If you have trouble making clean cuts with a regular pair of scissors, use a pair that's specifically made for fabric.
  3. Place a self-adhesive Velcro dot in the center of each long edge. Lay the piece of felt flat on your work surface so the long edges are on the left and right sides. Remove the backing paper from one of the Velcro dots and press it in the middle of the long edge on the left side of the felt. Place the second Velcro dot on the right side so it lines up with the first one when you fold the felt in half.[13]

    • You can buy Velcro dots online or from craft stores.
    • If you can't find self-adhesive Velcro dots, attach them to the felt with dots of hot glue instead.
  4. Wrap the earbud cord around the notches in the felt. Straighten out the cord and place it on the piece of felt so the earbuds are just above the top notch. Guide the other end of the cord underneath the piece of felt and loop it around the notches on the top and bottom. Continue wrapping the cord until you reach the headphone jack.[14]
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    • Don't pull the cord too tight, or else you could break the wires inside and damage the earbuds.
  5. Fold the felt in half vertically to secure the Velcro dots together. Grab the left side of the felt and make a vertical fold so it lines up with the right edge. Push the Velcro dots together so they stay attached and hold the cord inside the holder. Put the holder in your pocket or a bag to transport them without getting tangled.[15]
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    • Tie a ribbon or piece of twine around the outside of the felt if you're worried about the Velcro coming undone.

[Edit]Repurposing a Mint Container

  1. Peel the labels off of a circular plastic mint container. Look for a circular mint container that's made of plastic and has a hinged opening in the middle. Pick the label off with your fingernail and remove as much as you can by hand. Completely remove the top and bottom labels so there isn't any sticky residue left on the container.[16]

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    • If the label or adhesive doesn't easily come off, spray an adhesive remover on the label and try wiping it off with a paper towel.
  2. Drill 2 holes on the side of the container underneath the lid opening. Attach a bit that's thick to your drill to make your holes. Position the first hole on the side of the mint container so it's below where the lid opens. Keep your nondominant hand on top of the mint tin and slowly push the bit through the plastic. Place the second hole so it's to the left or right from the first one.[17]
    Make an Earbud Holder Step 17.jpg
    • You don't need to drill holes in the side of the mint container if you don't want to add a key ring. The ring allows you to clip the container to a keychain or backpack so you don't lose it.
  3. Feed a key ring through the drilled holes. Pull apart the key ring with your fingers so you can slide it onto the mint container. Feed the end of the ring through one of the holes you drilled and push the ring through it. Rotate the ring so the end exits through the second hole. Continue rotating the ring until it snaps closed to secure it to the mint container.[18]

    • The key ring allows you to clip the container to a backpack, bag, or keychain so you don't misplace it.
  4. Attach fabric to the top of the container with Mod Podge to customize it. Trace the top of the container onto a piece of fabric you want to use for your design. Cut the piece of fabric out with your scissors and line it up with the top of the mint container to ensure it fits. Apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to the top of the container and set the fabric on top of it. Press down on the fabric to secure it to the container.[19]
    Make an Earbud Holder Step 19.jpg
    • You don't have to put fabric on the container if you don't want to.
  5. Wrap your earbuds by hand into a circular coil. Straighten out the cord to make sure it doesn't have any tangles or snags. Grab the jack end of the cord with your nondominant hand and slowly wrap the cord around your fingers. Continue wrapping the cord so it has a circular shape and fits easily inside the mint container.[20]

  6. Place the earbuds in the mint container and close the lid. Pop open the lid of the container and set your earbuds inside. Make sure the entire cord fits inside the container and doesn't stick out from the edge. Close the lid to keep your earbuds safe and tangle-free. Clip the key ring onto a keychain or a bag strap so you don't lose your earbuds.[21]
    Make an Earbud Holder Step 21.jpg
    • The mint container can easily also fit into a pocket or bag so you can transport your earbuds.

[Edit]Tips

  • If you want to make your earphones hold better in your ear, knead together a 2-part molding putty until they're thoroughly combined. Shape the putty around the earphones before putting them in your ears. Shape the putty with your fingers to match the shape of your ear and let them set for 10–15 minutes. You can buy molding putty at hardware or electronics stores.[22]

[Edit]Warnings

  • If you're using a credit card, make sure that it's expired or invalid first.

[Edit]Things You'll Need

[Edit]Cutting a Credit Card Earbud Holder

  • Credit card of gift card
  • Hole punch
  • Scissors

[Edit]Creating a Simple Clothespin Wrap

  • Hot glue gun
  • 2 clothespins
  • Paint or markers (optional)

[Edit]Making a Fabric Cord Wrap

  • Paper
  • Scissors
  • Stiffened felt
  • Self-adhesive Velcro dots
  • Hot glue gun

[Edit]Repurposing a Mint Container

  • Adhesive remover
  • Drill with bit
  • Key ring
  • Fabric (optional)
  • Mod Podge (optional)

[Edit]References

Today Crunch News, News Updates, Tech News

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:32 PM PST

Today Crunch News, News Updates, Tech News


Lack of big tech GDPR decisions looms large in EU watchdog’s annual report

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 03:01 PM PST

The lead European Union privacy regulator for most of big tech has put out its annual report which shows another major bump in complaints filed under the bloc’s updated data protection framework, underlining the ongoing appetite EU citizens have for applying their rights.

But what the report doesn’t show is any firm enforcement of EU data protection rules vis-a-vis big tech.

The report leans heavily on stats to illustrate the volume of work piling up on desks in Dublin. But it’s light on decisions on highly anticipated cross-border cases involving tech giants including Apple, Facebook, Google, LinkedIn and Twitter.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) began being applied across the EU in May 2018 — so is fast approaching its second birthday. Yet its file of enforcements where tech giants are concerned remains very light — even for companies with a global reputation for ripping away people’s privacy.

This despite Ireland having a large number of open cross-border investigations into the data practices of platform and adtech giants — some of which originated from complaints filed right at the moment GDPR came into force.

In the report the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) notes it opened a further six statutory inquiries in relation to “multinational technology companies' compliance with the GDPR” — bringing the total number of major probes to 21. So its ‘big case’ file continues to stack up. (It’s added at least two more since then, with a probe of Tinder and another into Google’s location tracking opened just this month.)

The report is a lot less keen to trumpet the fact that decisions on cross-border cases to date remains a big fat zero.

Though, just last week, the DPC made a point of publicly raising “concerns” about Facebook’s approach to assessing the data protection impacts of a forthcoming product in light of GDPR requirements to do so — an intervention that resulted in a delay to the regional launch of Facebook’s Dating product.

This discrepancy (cross-border cases: 21 – Irish DPC decisions: 0), plus rising anger from civil rights groups, privacy experts, consumer protection organizations and ordinary EU citizens over the paucity of flagship enforcement around key privacy complaints is clearly piling pressure on the regulator. (Other examples of big tech GDPR enforcement do exist. Well, France’s CNIL is one.)

In its defence the DPC does have a horrifying case load. As illustrated by other stats its keen to spotlight — such as saying it received a total of 7,215 complaints in 2019; a 75% increase on the total number (4,113) received in 2018. A full 6,904 of which were dealt with under the GDPR (while 311 complaints were filed under the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003).

There were also 6,069 data security breaches notified to it, per the report — representing a 71% increase on the total number (3,542) recorded last year.

While a full 457 cross-border processing complaints were received in Dublin via the GDPR’s One-Stop-Shop mechanism. (This is the device the Commission came up with for the ‘lead regulator’ approach that’s baked into GDPR and which has landed Ireland in the regulatory hot seat. tl;dr other data protection agencies are passing Dublin A LOT of paperwork.)

The DPC necessarily has to do back and forth on cross border cases, as it liaises with other interested regulators. All of which, you can imagine, creates a rich opportunity for lawyered up tech giants to inject extra friction into the oversight process — by asking to review and query everything. [Insert the sound of a can being hoofed down the road]

Meanwhile the agency that’s supposed to regulate most of big tech (and plenty else) — which writes in the annual report that it increased its full time staff from 110 to 140 last year — did not get all the funding it asked for from the Irish government.

So it also has the hard cap of its own budget to reckon with (just €15.3M in 2019) vs — for example — Google’s parent Alphabet’s $46.1BN in full year 2019 revenue. So, er, do the math.

Nonetheless the pressure is firmly now on Ireland for major GDPR enforcements to flow.

One year of major enforcement inaction could be filed under ‘bedding in’; but two years in without any major decisions would not be a good look. (It has previously said the first decisions will come early this year — so seems to be hoping to have something to show for GDPR’s 2nd birthday.)

Some of the high profile complaints crying out for regulatory action include behavioral ads serviced via real-time bidding programmatic advertising (which the UK data watchdog has admitted for half a year is rampantly unlawful); cookie consent banners (which remain a Swiss Cheese of non-compliance); and adtech platforms cynically forcing consent from users by requiring they agree to being microtargeted with ads to access the (‘free’) service. (Thing is GDPR stipulates that consent as a legal basis must be freely given and can’t be bundled with other stuff, so… )

Full disclosure: TechCrunch’s parent company, Verizon Media (née Oath), is also under ongoing investigation by the DPC — which is looking at whether it meets GDPR’s transparency requirements under Articles 12-14 of the regulation.

Seeking to put a positive spin on 2019’s total lack of a big tech privacy reckoning, commissioner Helen Dixon writes in the report: “2020 is going to be an important year. We await the judgment of the CJEU in the SCCs data transfer case; the first draft decisions on big tech investigations will be brought by the DPC through the consultation process with other EU data protection authorities, and academics and the media will continue the outstanding work they are doing in shining a spotlight on poor personal data practices.”

In further remarks to the media Dixon said: “At the Data Protection Commission, we have been busy during 2019 issuing guidance to organisations, resolving individuals' complaints, progressing larger-scale investigations, reviewing data breaches, exercising our corrective powers, cooperating with our EU and global counterparts and engaging in litigation to ensure a definitive approach to the application of the law in certain areas.

“Much more remains to be done in terms of both guiding on proportionate and correct application of this principles-based law and enforcing the law as appropriate. But a good start is half the battle and the DPC is pleased at the foundations that have been laid in 2019. We are already expanding our team of 140 to meet the demands of 2020 and beyond."

One notable date this year also falls when GDPR turns two — because a Commission review of how the regulation is functioning is looming in May.

That’s one deadline that may help to concentrate minds on issuing decisions.

Per the DPC report, the largest category of complaints it received last year fell under ‘access request’ issues — whereby data controllers are failing to give up (all) people’s data when asked — which amounted to 29% of the total; followed by disclosure (19%); fair processing (16%); e-marketing complaints (8%); and right to erasure (5%).

On the security front, the vast bulk of notifications received by the DPC related to unauthorised disclosure of data (aka breaches) — with a total across the private and public sector of 5,188 vs just 108 for hacking (though the second largest category was actually lost or stolen paper, with 345).

There were also 161 notification of phishing; 131 notification of unauthorized access; 24 notifications of malware; and 17 of ransomeware.

Ex-YC partner Daniel Gross rethinks the accelerator

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 03:01 PM PST

Amid skyrocketing operating expenses, remote work has become an obsession for Bay Area founders looking to have it both ways, accessing Silicon Valley’s networks of capital and opportunity without paying steep premiums for talent.

Daniel Gross has a deeper understanding than most of Silicon Valley’s opportunities. The Jerusalem native was one of Y Combinator’s early successes, joining with an AI startup that, at 23, he sold to Apple (we reported the deal was between $40-60 million). Gross served as a director of machine learning at Apple before returning to YC — this time as a partner.

At age 28, his role at YC behind him, Gross is now working to revamp the startup accelerator model for a remote future with his startup Pioneer. He’s received backing from Marc Andreessen and Stripe to build a program he hopes can give founders access to funding streams and talent networks that are nearly impossible to find outside Silicon Valley.

“In the way software is eating the world, remote is almost eating earth in the sense that it may very well be the way large companies are created, but also perhaps the way that venture funding takes place,” Gross told TechCrunch in an interview. “With Pioneer, the product experiment we’re running is an attempt to build a San Francisco or Mountain View — to build a city on the internet.”

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Marc Andreessen, one of Pioneer’s early investors.

That lofty goal has required quite a bit of tinkering on Gross’s part over the past 18 months since he launched the startup. During that time, he’s shifted the program’s structure from a Reddit-like online contest to win cash grants to what he calls a “fully remote startup generator” that can help remote founders create companies that later apply to Y Combinator or raise money from Pioneer.

“People were really taking advantage of Pioneer as kind of an online accelerator almost organically,” Gross says. “We decided to kind of operationalize that inside and focus more on funding people that are working on things that will turn into companies and potentially offer them more funding.”

Pioneer has already backed more than 100 founders, who have created solutions like remote team product There, desktop app generator ToDesktop and software search engine Metacode.

Pioneer is hoping their efforts can provide opportunities to founders in underserved geographies and regions, but like other investors in Silicon Valley, the startup hasn’t been backing nearly as many female founders as their male counterparts. From funded entrepreneurs publicly announced on Pioneer’s blog, less than 15 percent are women.

“Pioneer is an engine for finding, funding and mentoring underrated people, many of whom I suspect are female. Our minds are constantly spinning on ways to raise awareness amongst female founders and we’re working with our community to improve female representation,” Gross wrote in an email response. “The world could stand to have many more founders like Mathilde Collin (of Front) and Laura Behrens Wu (of Shippo), and we are eager to find them."

One of Pioneer’s livestream discussions during its remote program.

Pioneer’s existence is partially the result of an advent of remote work and communication tools, but another real enabler is the competitive market for early stage investing. Mega VC funds are competing over pre-seed deals for the buzziest startups and Y Combinator’s batch sizes are ballooning, leaving little room for accelerators with similar pitches. As the world of early stage startup investing gets more crowded, investors are having to get creative. For Gross and his investors, Pioneer also represents an opportunity to scout deal flow earlier in the pipeline.

Gross has a weighty portfolio of his own angel investments including GitHub, Figma, Uber, Gusto, Notion, Opendoor, Cruise Automation and Coinbase.

An earlier structure gave Pioneer the right to invest up to $100K in startups emerging from the program if they went onto raise, but just 30% of grant awardees went on to found companies, Gross tells me. In its 2.0 form, Pioneer wants participants to give up 1% of their company to join the one-month remote program. The accelerator won’t give them cash but will help founders incorporate their startups, give them guidance via a network of experts, and toss some other substantial perks like $100K worth of cloud credits and a roundtrip ticket to San Francisco to inject a bit of face-to-face time into the process.

The biggest evolution is the more formalized investment structure for founders exiting the program. If Pioneer is excited about the progress of a particular startup, they may give it the option to raise directly from Pioneer upon completion, sticking it in one of three investment buckets and investing between $20K and $1 million.

Gross acknowledges that Pioneer will largely be making bets closer to the $20K mark as the accelerator scales its portfolio. Pioneer is relying an undisclosed amount of early funding from Gross, Andreessen and Stripe for both its investments and operating expenses. Gross says that the company has additional funding sources lined up to facilitate some of these larger investments, but that he’s reticent to raise too much too early. “This being my second rodeo, I’m well aware of the downsides of over-capitalizing and so I think we’re going to remain nimble and frugal,” Gross says.

Gross isn’t looking to replace Y Combinator, and realizes that for founders with plenty of options, Pioneer’s investments might not be the most enticing. Y Combinator invest $150K in startups for a 7% slice of equity, by comparison, a $20K investment from Pioneer will cost founders 5% of their company plus the 1% they gave up to join the accelerator in the first place. Nevertheless, Gross hopes that plenty of founders sitting on great ideas will want to take advantage of this deal.

“I think there are a lot of great companies that instead of being listed on the S&P 500 are stuck at the phase where they’re just a Python script.”

Snap accelerator names its latest cohort

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:32 PM PST

Yellow, the accelerator program launched by Snap in 2018, has selected ten companies to join its latest cohort.

The new batch of startups coming from across the U.S. and international cities like London, Mexico City, Seoul and Vilnius are building professional social networks for black professionals and blue collar workers, fashion labels, educational tools in augmented reality, kids entertainment, and an interactive entertainment production company.

The list of new companies include:

  • Brightly — an Oakland, Calif.-based media company angling to be the conscious consumer’s answer to Refinery29.
  • Charli Cohen — a London-based fashion and lifestyle brand.
  • Hardworkersa Cambridge, Mass.-based professional digital community built for blue-collar workers.
  • Mogul Millennial — this Dallas-based company is a digital media platform for black entrepreneurs and corporate leaders.
  • Nuggetverse — Los Angeles-based Nuggetverse is creating a children’s media business based on its marquee character, Tubby Nugget.
  • SketchAR — this Lithuanian company is developing an AI-based mobile app for teaching drawing using augmented reality.
  • Stipop — a Seoul-based sticker API developer with a library of over 100,000 stickers created by 5,000 artists.
  • TRASH — using this machine learning-based video editing toolkit, users can quickly create and edit high-quality, short-form video. The company is backed by none other than the National Science Foundation and based in Los Angeles.
  • Veam — another Seoul-based social networking company, Veam uses Airdrop as a way to create persistent chats with nearby users as a geolocated social network.
  • Wabisabi Design, Inc. — hailing from Mexico City, this startup makes mini games in augmented reality for brands and advertisers.

The latest cohort from Snap’s Yellow accelerator

Since launching the platform in 2018, startups from the Snap accelerator have gone on to acquisition (like Stop, Breathe, and Think, which was bought by Meredith Corp.) and to raise bigger rounds of funding (like the voiceover video production toolkit, MuzeTV, and the animation studio Toonstar).

Every company in the Yellow portfolio will receive $150,000 mentorship from industry veterans in and out of Snap, creative office space in Los Angeles and commercial support and partnerships — including Snapchat distribution.

"Building from the momentum of our first two Yellow programs, this new class approaches mobile creativity through the diverse lenses of augmented reality, platforms, commerce and media, yet each company has a clear vision to bring their products to life," said Mike Su, Director of Yellow. "This class shows us that there's no shortage of innovation at the intersection of creativity and technology, and we're excited to be part of each company's journey."

Gmail finally makes it easier to search your email

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 02:25 PM PST

Gmail’s search is getting a significant update that will allow users to more easily narrow results to help them find a specific email. Before today, users could type in search filters by hand (e.g. label:work, has:attachment, from:marketing@company.com, etc.) or use the drop-down box to perform an advanced search. But these options were less obvious, cumbersome and therefore under-utilized by many Gmail users. With the upgraded version of Gmail search, new filters — which Google calls “search chips” — will appear directly below the search box for simple, one-click access.

At launch, there are a variety of filters available, including those that will help you narrow down emails by sender, whether or not emails have an attachment, by time frame, and more. You also can use the new filters to exclude certain types of search results — like those that are calendar updates or chats, for example. And you can specify emails by attachment type, such as text, spreadsheet or PDF.

The filters can be used in combination, helping you to narrow down searches as you go. For instance, you could search an email with a colleague’s name, which included a PDF, and was sent last month, using just a few clicks on the filters.

As anyone who’s ever tried to dig up an email from their Gmail inbox knows, Google’s search system has needed improvement. Even Google acknowledged this was true, noting in an announcement that it had heard from users that searching Gmail “could be faster and more intuitive.”

Using search filters has for years felt like a power user Gmail hack, rather than something that should be accessible to everyone — including those who don’t think like engineers.

The Gmail update is rolling out starting today, February 19, to G Suite users, and may take up to 15 days to complete, Google says.

G Suite is often the first to get a new feature, but Google confirmed to TechCrunch the plan is to bring these new filters to consumer Gmail after the G Suite rollout completes. The company doesn’t have an exact ETA for the consumer launch, but doesn’t expect it to be too long after, we’re told.

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Netflix acquires Adam McKay’s asteroid comedy ‘Don’t Look Up,’ Jennifer Lawrence will star

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:21 PM PST

Netflix announced today that it has acquired “Don’t Look Up,” a comedy written and directed by Adam McKay, with Jennifer Lawrence attached to star.

The story sounds like a funhouse reflection of one of today’s other headlines, focusing on two “low-level astronomers” who try to warn the world about the dangers of an asteroid that’s approaching Earth. Netflix has an aggressive timeline in place, with shooting scheduled to start in April, followed by a planned release later this year.

While McKay started his career as a “Saturday Night Live” writer and then the director of Will Ferrell comedies like “Anchorman” (he and Ferrell also co-founded Funny or Die), the focus of his recent work has shifted to business and politics. He wrote (or co-wrote) and directed “The Big Short” and “Vice,” and he’s also an executive producer and director on “Succession.”

It’s also worth noting that McKay and Lawrence have another project in development — a movie about Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes that’s based on John Carreyrou’s book “Bad Blood.”

“I'm so thrilled to make this movie with Jen Lawrence,” McKay said. “She's what folks in the 17th century used to call ‘a dynamite act.’ And the fact that Netflix sees this movie as a worldwide comedy sets the bar high for me and my team in an exciting and motivating way.”

Thomas Kurian on his first year as Google Cloud CEO

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:15 PM PST

“Yes.”

That was Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian’s simple answer when I asked if he thought he’d achieved what he set out to do in his first year.

A year ago, he took the helm of Google’s cloud operations — which includes G Suite — and set about giving the organization a sharpened focus by expanding on a strategy his predecessor Diane Greene first set during her tenure.

It’s no secret that Kurian, with his background at Oracle, immediately put the entire Google Cloud operation on a course to focus on enterprise customers, with an emphasis on a number of key verticals.

So it’s no surprise, then, that the first highlight Kurian cited is that Google Cloud expanded its feature lineup with important capabilities that were previously missing. “When we look at what we’ve done this last year, first is maturing our products,” he said. “We’ve opened up many markets for our products because we’ve matured the core capabilities in the product. We’ve added things like compliance requirements. We’ve added support for many enterprise things like SAP and VMware and Oracle and a number of enterprise solutions.” Thanks to this, he stressed, analyst firms like Gartner and Forrester now rank Google Cloud “neck-and-neck with the other two players that everybody compares us to.”

If Google Cloud’s previous record made anything clear, though, it’s that technical know-how and great features aren’t enough. One of the first actions Kurian took was to expand the company’s sales team to resemble an organization that looked a bit more like that of a traditional enterprise company. “We were able to specialize our sales teams by industry — added talent into the sales organization and scaled up the sales force very, very significantly — and I think you’re starting to see those results. Not only did we increase the number of people, but our productivity improved as well as the sales organization, so all of that was good.”

He also cited Google’s partner business as a reason for its overall growth. Partner influence revenue increased by about 200% in 2019, and its partners brought in 13 times more new customers in 2019 when compared to the previous year.

VCs to antitrust officials: We’d rather take our chances than see tech regulated

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 01:00 PM PST

Last week at Stanford, antitrust officials from the U.S. Department of Justice organized a day-long conference that engaged numerous venture capitalists in conversations about big tech. The DOJ wanted to hear from VCs about whether they believe there’s still an opportunity for startups to flourish alongside the likes of Facebook and Google and whether they can anticipate what — if anything — might disrupt the inexorable growth of these giants.

Most of the invited panelists acknowledged there is a problem, but they also said fairly uniformly that they doubted if more regulation was the solution.

Some of the speakers dismissed outright the idea that today’s tech incumbents can’t be outmaneuvered. Sequoia’s Michael Moritz talked about various companies that ruled the world across different decades and later receded into the background, suggesting that we merely need to wait and see which startups will eventually displace today’s giants.

He added that if there’s a real threat lurking anywhere, it isn’t in an overly powerful Google, but rather American high schools that are, according to Moritz, a poor match for their Chinese counterparts. “We’re killing ourselves; we’re killing the future technologists… we’re slowly killing the potential for home-brewed invention.”

Renowned angel investor Ram Shriram similarly downplayed the DOJ’s concerns, saying specifically he didn’t think that “search” as a category could never be again disrupted or that it doesn’t benefit from network effects. He observed that Google itself disrupted numerous search companies when it emerged on the scene in 1998.

Somewhat cynically, we would note that those companies — Lycos, Yahoo, Excite — had a roughly four-year lead over Google at the time, and Google has been massively dominant for nearly all of those 22 years (because of, yes, its network effects).

Equity shot: What’s going on with Tesla’s stock price?

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 12:22 PM PST

Hello and welcome back to Equity, TechCrunch's venture capital-focused podcast, where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines.

This is the first Equity Shot in what feels like a long time, so, let me explain. Most of the time Equity comes out on Friday. It’s a mix of news and chat and venture happenings. It’s fun! But sometimes, a topic comes up that demands more immediate attention. That’s what happened today as we stared at Tesla’s share price wondering what in the hell was going on.

Sure, Tesla isn’t a private company (yet, at least), but as the company made it into the first-ever episode of Equity, how can we resist a dive into what is going on today?

Shares of the electric car company are surging — again — today, pushing ever-closer to the $1,000 per-share mark. So, Danny, myself and Chris on the turntables got together to riff and chat about what is going on.

For those of you who want some links, here you go:

Today was all about fun. The main, more serious (kinda) show is back Friday. Stay cool!

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Expanding its women’s health benefits offerings for employers, Maven raises $45 million

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 11:46 AM PST

Over the past 12 months, Maven, the benefits provider focused on women’s health and family planning, has expanded its customer base to include more than 100 companies, and grown its telehealth services to include 1,700 providers across 20 specialties — for services like shipping breast milk, finding a doula and egg freezing, fertility treatments, surrogacy and adoption.

The New York-based company, which offers its healthcare services to individuals, health plans and employers, has now raised an additional $45 million to expand its offerings even further.

Its new money comes from a clutch of celebrity investors, like Mindy Kaling, Natalie Portman and Reese Witherspoon, and institutional investors led by Icon Ventures and return backers Sequoia Capital, Oak HC/FT, Spring Mountain Capital, Female Founders Fund and Harmony Partners. Anne Wojcicki, the founder of 23andMe, is also an investor in the company.

"Maven is addressing critical gaps in care by offering the largest digital health network of women's and family health providers," said Tom Mawhinney, lead investor from Icon Ventures, who will join the Maven board of directors, in a statement. "With its virtual care and services, Maven is changing how global employers support working families by focusing on improving maternal outcomes, reducing medical costs, retaining more women in the workplace, and ultimately supporting every pathway to parenthood."

In the six years since founder Katherine Ryder first launched Maven, the company has raised more than $77 million for its service and she became a mother of two boys.

"You go through this enormous life experience; it's hugely transformative to have a child," she told TechCrunch after announcing the company’s $27 million Series B round, led by Sequoia. "You do it when your career is moving up — they call it the rush hour of life — and with no one supporting you on the other end, it's easy to say 'screw it, I'm going home to my family' … If someone leaves the workforce, that's fine, it's their choice, but they shouldn't feel forced to because they don't have support."

Some of Maven’s partners include Snap and Bumble to provide employees access to its women’s and family health provider network. The company connects users with OB-GYNs, pediatricians, therapists, career coaches and other services around family planning.

Zero Motorcycles unveils new SR/S — a full-fairing 124-mph sport EV

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 11:44 AM PST

California-based mobility startup Zero Motorcycles has a new e-moto in its lineup — the fully-faired SR/S, unveiled today in New York.

The company’s CEO Sam Paschel pulled the cover off the two-wheeled EV, which is based on the platform of the company’s SR/F, released last year.

The new SR/S has the same battery and drive-train, delivering similar stats to the SR/F: a 124-mph top-speed, up to 200 miles of range, 140 ft-lbs of torque and a charge-time of 60 minutes to 95%, Paschel told TechCrunch at the debut.

ZERO SR/SZero’s latest EV is an IoT motorcycle and manages overall performance — including engine output and handling characteristics — through digital riding modes.

The major differences on the SR/S over the SR/F are the addition of the full-fairing, a more relaxed riding position (through re-positioning of the bars and pegs) and a 13% improvement in highway range, from better aerodynamics.

The fairing brings around 20 pounds more weight to to the SR/S over the 485-pound SR/F.

On price, the base version of the SR/S is $19,995 — a dash over the SR/F’s $19,495 — and a premium SR/S (with a higher charging capacity) comes in at $21,995.

The SR/S starts shipping today to Zero’s global dealer network, which stands at 91 in the U.S. and 200 globally — the largest for any e-motorcycle company, according to Paschel.

He positioned the SR/S as more of a sport-touring machine than the the SR/F, which has a naked-bike set up that includes a more aggressive riding position and less aerodynamics on the highway.

Zero’s latest entries — the SR/F and the SR/S — come at a time when startups are pushing the motorcycle industry toward electric, though it’s not evident there’s enough demand to buy up all the new models.

The American motorcycle market has been stagnant for over a decade and is becoming crowded with EV offerings. New motorcycle sales in the U.S. dropped by roughly 50% since 2008 — with sharp declines in ownership by everyone under 40 — and have never recovered, according to Motorcycle Industry Council stats.

In a bid to revive sales and the interest of younger riders, in 2019 Harley-Davidson became the first of the big gas manufacturers to offer a street-legal e-moto for sale in the U.S. — the LiveWire — which is a forerunner to an HD product-line of electric-powered two-wheelers.

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Harley-Davidson’s EV debut, the LiveWire

Harley's entry followed several failed electric motorcycle startups — Alta Motors, Mission Motors and Brammo — and put HD in the market with existing EV ventures, such as Zero.

That list is growing.

High-performance Italian EV company Energica has expanded marketing and sales in the U.S., along with Cake — a Swedish e-moto maker. This year should also see e-moto debuts by California-based Lightning Motorcycles and Fuell, a French and American-founded company with plans to release the $10,000, 150-mile range Flow.

Zero appears to have created an edge up on Harley’s LiveWire — coming in at $10,000 less than the $29,799 HD — though it’s hard to know how they stacked up against each other in 2019 since e-moto sales stats aren’t reliably tallied in the U.S.

Zero doesn’t release their sales numbers (though I tried my darnedest to pry them out of CEO Sam Paschel).

Zero SR/S That price advantage over Harley’s LiveWire will carry over on Zero’s new SR/S, which could find its biggest competition in the anticipated release of Damon’s Hypersport.

The Vancouver e-moto startup plans to go to market with a 200-mph e-motorcycle debut. The $24,995 Hypersport is targeted toward Tesla owners and brings proprietary digital safety technology and adjustable ergonomics that are absent in Zero’s offerings — and pretty much anything else on the motorcycle market.

Time, burn rate and sales will tell which companies can find market-traction and turn a profit across all these new e-moto offerings.

Zero doesn’t divulge financials, but among the startups, they could be furthest along. The company, with $120 million of VC in its rear-mirrors — per Crunchbase — has no plans to raise more, according to Paschel.

“We don’t need it,” he told TechCrunch, adding that the venture’s biggest challenge in 2019 was keeping production up to speed with buyer demand for their SR/F.

Zero is likely hoping for that good kind of a problem with its new SR/S in 2020.

Sling TV reports first-ever subscriber decline

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 11:41 AM PST

Increased competition from competitors like Hulu and YouTube TV and even Netflix has finally taken its toll on Dish’s live TV streaming service, Sling TV. This week, the company reported its first-ever decline in Sling TV subscribers, with a drop of 94,000 customers in the fourth quarter. In the year-ago Q4, Sling TV had gained 50,000 subscribers, for comparison. The streaming service ended the year with 2.59 million total subscribers, Dish says.

In prior quarters, Sling TV’s gains have helped offset some of the losses from Dish’s traditional pay-TV business. But in the fourth quarter of 2019, both sides of Dish’s business appear to be in jeopardy. On the pay-TV front, the company lost around 100,000 subscribers, in addition to 94,000 it lost from Sling TV.

By year-end 2019, Dish had 11.99 million total subscribers compared with the 12.32 million it reported at the end of 2018.

Although five-year-old Sling TV was one of the first TV streaming services to hit the market, in the years since it has battled for cord cutters’ dollars against a growing number of alternatives. In addition to YouTube TV and Hulu with Live TV, Sling TV has also had to compete against niche live TV services like Philo and sports-focused fuboTV.

But Sling TV also today faces competition from other streamers, even if they’re not squarely aimed at cord-cutters who want access to live TV. After all, consumers have only so much money in the budget for entertainment — and today, there are so many options for streaming TV besides Netflix. CBS, for example, streams news, TV and sports via its CBS All Access service; premium channels like HBO, Cinemax, Starz and Showtime offer their own over-the-top subscriptions; Amazon Prime Video is wrapped into Amazon’s expensive annual membership; and now new services from Disney and Apple have also arrived.

In the months ahead, the market will expand even further as new streaming services Peacock (NBCU), HBO Max (WarnerMedia/AT&T) and Quibi prepare to launch.

Sling TV’s drop in subscribers follows a price hike announced in December which raised prices of its two tiers from $25 each to $30, or $45 for both. It also follows a number of programming changes to the Sling TV lineup, the company noted.

In Dish’s 10-K regulatory filing, it explained:

This decrease in net Sling TV subscriber additions is primarily related to increased competition, including competition from other OTT service providers, and to a higher number of customer disconnects on a larger Sling TV subscriber base, including the impact from Univision, AT&T and Fox RSNs' removal of certain of their channels from our programming lineup.

In June and November 2018, Univision removed channels from the Sling TV lineup, some of which were restored with a March 2019 agreement. In October 2018, AT&T removed HBO and Cinemax channels from the Sling TV lineup, which have not been restored. And in July 2019, Fox Regional Sports Networks removed its channels from the Sling TV lineup. The channels have since been acquired by Sinclair.

With programming in a constant state of flux, while subscription prices increase, many consumers don’t see the value in over-the-top television — especially when there’s so much to watch elsewhere and for much less.

In addition, Sling TV’s app isn’t as well-designed as those from rivals like Hulu with Live TV and YouTube TV, or as innovative when it comes to the roll out of new features or personalization technology. Hulu, for example, customizes recommendations based on viewer behavior and now, explicit signals from new Like and Dislike buttons. Sling TV, meanwhile, didn’t bother with personalized recommendations until last year.

Dish is already diversifying, in light of the bad news ahead for pay-TV. As a part of its deal with T-Mobile and Sprint ahead of their merger, Dish is acquiring Sprint’s prepaid business, including Virgin Mobile and Boost Mobile, plus all of Sprint’s 800 MHz spectrum. Dish will utilize T-Mobile and Sprint’s cell sites to run its own wireless business for seven years, while it builds its own 5G network, the agreement said. The company may also look for strategic partners as it grows its wireless business, the company noted on the earnings call today.

MIT system predicts the best way to deflect an Earth-bound asteroid

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 11:22 AM PST

We’re not in immediate danger of any asteroids colliding with Earth — at least not as far as anyone’s aware. But it’s not like it hasn’t happened before, and there is an expected near-miss coming up in 2029. Accordingly, it’s probably best to be prepared, and MIT researchers have developed a system that could help determine the best possible method to avoid a collision — long before the situation becomes desperate.

An MIT team led by former MIT graduate student Sung Wook Paek describe a “decision map” in newly published research that would take into account the mass and relative momentum of an approaching asteroid, as well as the expected time we have before it enters into a so-called “keyhole” — basically a gravitational halo around Earth that, once entered, all but guarantees the asteroid will collide with the planet.

The MIT-developed decision map basically details three different choices in terms of how to deflect an approaching asteroid: Launching a projectile at it to alter its course; sending a scout first to get accurate measurements to inform the best possible development of said projectile; and sending two scouts, in order to get measurements and also potentially nudge the object using propulsion, setting it up for an easier projectile-based knockout later on.

Time is the key factor in the model based on simulations run using asteroids Apophis and Bennu, two known objects we know relatively a lot about, including the locations of their gravitational keyholes in terms of proximity to Earth. The tests showed that with five or more years, the best course is to send two scouts and then the projectile. Between two and five years out, you’re most likely to succeed with the single scout followed by a projectile fired from Earth. At one year or less, the bad news is that nothing seems all that likely to succeed.

The official plan for avoiding impacts from near-Earth objects involves potentially firing nuclear weapons at them, which is not a super-popular option. This method developed by MIT could help mean it never comes to that, provided our advanced detection methods are effective enough.

Announcing the final agenda for Robotics + AI — March 3 at UC Berkeley

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 10:45 AM PST

TechCrunch is returning to UC Berkeley on March 3 to bring together some of the most influential minds in robotics and artificial intelligence. Each year we strive to bring together a cross-section of big companies and exciting new startups, along with top researchers, VCs and thinkers.

In addition to a main stage that includes the likes of Amazon's Tye Brady, UC Berkeley's Stuart Russell, Anca Dragan of Waymo, Claire Delaunay of Nvidia, James Kuffner of Toyota's TRI-AD and a surprise interview with Disney Imagineers, we'll also be offering a more intimate Q&A stage featuring speakers from SoftBank Robotics, Samsung, Sony's Innovation Fund, Qualcomm, Nvidia and more.

Alongside a selection of hand-picked demos, we'll also be showcasing the winners from our first-ever pitch-off competition for early-stage robotics companies. You won't get a better look at exciting new robotics technologies than that. Tickets for the event are still available. We’ll see you in a couple of weeks at Zellerbach Hall.

Agenda

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Registration Open Hours

General attendees can pick up their badges starting at 8:30 am at Lower Sproul Plaza located in front of Zellerbach Hall. We close registration at 4:00 pm.

10:00 AM – 10:05 AM

Welcome and Introduction from Matthew Panzarino (TechCrunch) and Randy Katz (UC Berkeley)

10:05 AM – 10:25 AM

Saving Humanity from AI with Stuart Russell (UC Berkeley)

The UC Berkeley professor and AI authority argues in his acclaimed new book, Human Compatible, that AI will doom humanity unless technologists fundamentally reform how they build AI algorithms.

10:25 AM – 10:45 AM

Engineering for the Red Planet with Lucy Condakchian (Maxar Technologies)

Maxar Technologies has been involved with U.S. space efforts for decades, and is about to send its sixth (!) robotic arm to Mars aboard NASA’s Mars 2020 rover. Lucy Condakchian is general manager of robotics at Maxar and will speak to the difficulty and exhilaration of designing robotics for use in the harsh environments of space and other planets.

10:45 AM – 11:05 AM

Automating Amazon with Tye Brady (Amazon Robotics)

Amazon Robotics’ chief technology officer will discuss how the company is using the latest in robotics and AI to optimize its massive logistics. He’ll also discuss the future of warehouse automation and how humans and robots share a work space. 

11:05 AM – 11:15 AM

Live Demo from the Stanford Robotics Club 

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Book signing with Stuart Russell (UC Berkeley)

Join one of the foremost experts in artificial intelligence as he signs copies of his acclaimed new book, Human Compatible.

11:35 AM – 12:05 PM

Building the Robots that Build with Daniel Blank (Toggle Industries), Tessa Lau (Dusty Robotics), Noah Ready-Campbell (Built Robotics) and Brian Ringley (Boston Dynamics)

Can robots help us build structures faster, smarter and cheaper? Built Robotics makes a self-driving excavator. Toggle is developing a new fabrication of rebar for reinforced concrete, Dusty builds robot-powered tools and longtime robotics pioneer Boston Dynamics has recently joined the construction space. We'll talk with the founders and experts from these companies to learn how and when robots will become a part of the construction crew.

12:15 PM – 1:00 PM

Q&A: Corporate VC, Partnering and Acquisitions with Kass Dawson (SoftBank Robotics America), Carlos Kokron (Qualcomm Ventures) and Gen Tsuchikawa (Sony Innovation Fund)

Join this interactive Q&A session on the breakout stage with three of the top minds in corporate VC.

1:00 PM – 1:25 PM

Pitch-off 

Select, early-stage companies, hand-picked by TechCrunch editors, will take the stage and have five minutes to present their wares.

1:15 PM – 2:00 PM

Q&A: Founding Robotics Companies with Sebastien Boyer (FarmWise) and Noah Ready-Campbell (Built Robotics)

Your chance to ask questions of some of the most successful robotics founders on our stage.

Investing in Robotics and AI: Lessons from the Industry's VCs with Dror Berman (Innovation Endeavors), Kelly Chen (DCVC) and Eric Migicovsky (Y Combinator)

Leading investors will discuss the rising tide of venture capital funding in robotics and AI. The investors bring a combination of early-stage investing and corporate venture capital expertise, sharing a fondness for the wild world of robotics and AI investing.

1:50 PM – 2:15 PM

Facilitating Human-Robot Interaction with Mike Dooley (Labrador Systems) and Clara Vu (Veo Robotics)

As robots become an ever more meaningful part of our lives, interactions with humans are increasingly inevitable. These experts will discuss the broad implications of HRI in the workplace and home.

2:15 PM – 2:40 PM

Toward a Driverless Future with Anca Dragan (UC Berkeley/Waymo), Jinnah Hosein (Aurora) and Jur van den Berg (Ike)

Autonomous driving is set to be one of the biggest categories for robotics and AI. But there are plenty of roadblocks standing in its way. Experts will discuss how we get there from here. 

2:15 PM – 3:00 PM

Q&A: Investing in Robotics Startups with Rob Coneybeer (Shasta Ventures), Jocelyn Goldfein (Zetta Venture Partners) and Aaron Jacobson (New Enterprise Associates)

Join this interactive Q&A session on the breakout stage with some of the greatest investors in robotics and AI.

2:40 PM – 3:10 PM

Disney Robotics

Imagineers from Disney will present state of the art robotics built to populate its theme parks.

3:10 PM – 3:35 PM

Bringing Robots to Life with Max Bajracharya and James Kuffner (Toyota Research Institute Advanced Development)

This summer’s Tokyo Olympics will be a huge proving ground for Toyota’s TRI-AD. Executive James Kuffner and Max Bajracharya will join us to discuss the department’s plans for assistive robots and self-driving cars.

3:15 PM – 4:00 PM

Q&A: Building Robotics Platforms with Claire Delaunay (Nvidia) and Steve Macenski (Samsung Research America)

Join this interactive Q&A session on the breakout stage with some of the greatest engineers in robotics and AI.

3:35 PM – 4:00 PM

The Next Century of Robo-Exoticism with Abigail De Kosnik (UC Berkeley), David Ewing Duncan, Ken Goldberg (UC Berkeley) and Mark Pauline (Survival Research Labs)

In 1920, Karl Capek coined the term “robot” in a play about mechanical workers organizing a rebellion to defeat their human overlords. One hundred years later, in the context of increasing inequality and xenophobia, the panelists will discuss cultural views of robots in the context of “Robo-Exoticism,” which exaggerates both negative and positive attributes and reinforces old fears, fantasies and stereotypes.

4:00 PM – 4:10 PM 

Live Demo from Somatic

4:10 PM – 4:35 PM

Opening the Black Box with Explainable AI with Trevor Darrell (UC Berkeley), Krishna Gade (Fiddler Labs) and Karen Myers (SRI International)

Machine learning and AI models can be found in nearly every aspect of society today, but their inner workings are often as much a mystery to their creators as to those who use them. UC Berkeley’s Trevor Darrell, Krishna Gade of Fiddler Labs and Karen Myers from SRI will discuss what we’re doing about it and what still needs to be done.

4:35 PM – 5:00 PM 

Cultivating Intelligence in Agricultural Robots with Lewis Anderson (Traptic), Sebastien Boyer (FarmWise) and Michael Norcia (Pyka)

The benefits of robotics in agriculture are undeniable, yet at the same time only getting started. Lewis Anderson (Traptic) and Sebastien Boyer (FarmWise) will compare notes on the rigors of developing industrial-grade robots that both pick crops and weed fields respectively, and Pyka’s Michael Norcia will discuss taking flight over those fields with an autonomous crop-spraying drone.

5:00 PM – 5:25 PM

Fostering the Next Generation of Robotics Startups with Claire Delaunay (Nvidia), Scott Phoenix (Vicarious) and Joshua Wilson (Freedom Robotics

Robotics and AI are the future of many or most industries, but the barrier of entry is still difficult to surmount for many startups. Speakers will discuss the challenges of serving robotics startups and companies that require robotics labor, from bootstrapped startups to large-scale enterprises.

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Unofficial After Party, (Cash Bar Only)

Come hang out at the unofficial After Party at Tap Haus, 2518 Durant Ave., Suite C, Berkeley

Final tickets available

We only have so much space in Zellerbach Hall and tickets are selling out fast. Grab your General Admission Ticket right now for $350 and save 50 bucks as prices go up at the door.

Student tickets are just $50 and can be purchased here. Student tickets are limited.

Startup Exhibitor Packages are sold out!

Google launches the first developer preview of Android 11

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 10:35 AM PST

With the days of desert-themed releases officially behind it, Google today announced the first developer preview of Android 11, which is now available as system images for Google’s own Pixel devices, starting with the Pixel 2.

As of now, there is no way to install the updates over the air. That’s usually something the company makes available at a later stage. These first releases aren’t meant for regular users anyway. Instead, they are a way for developers to test their applications and get a head start on making use of the latest features in the operating system.

With Android 11 we're keeping our focus on helping users take advantage of the latest innovations, while continuing to keep privacy and security a top priority,” writes Google VP of Engineering Dave Burke. “We've added multiple new features to help users manage access to sensitive data and files, and we've hardened critical areas of the platform to keep the OS resilient and secure. For developers, Android 11 has a ton of new capabilities for your apps, like enhancements for foldables and 5G, call-screening APIs, new media and camera capabilities, machine learning, and more.”

Unlike some of Google’s previous early previews, this first version of Android 11 does actually bring quite a few new features to the table. As Burke noted, there are some obligatory 5G features like a new bandwidth estimate API, for example, as well as a new API that checks whether a connection is unmetered so apps can play higher-resolution video, for example.

With Android 11, Google is also expanding its Project Mainline lineup of updatable modules from 10 to 22. With this, Google is able to update critical parts of the operating system without having to rely on the device manufacturers to release a full OS update. Users simply install these updates through the Google Play infrastructure.

Users will be happy to see that Android 11 will feature native support for waterfall screens that cover a device’s edges, using a new API that helps developers manage interactions near those edges.

Also new are some features that developers can use to handle conversational experiences, including a dedicated conversation section in the notification shade, as well as a new chat bubbles API and the ability to insert images into replies you want to send from the notifications pane.

Unsurprisingly, Google is adding a number of new privacy and security features to Android 11, too. These include one-time permissions for sensitive types of data, as well as updates to how the OS handles data on external storage, which it first previewed last year.

As for security, Google is expanding its support for biometrics and adding different levels of granularity (strong, weak and device credential), in addition to the usual hardening of the platform you would expect from a new release.

There are plenty of other smaller updates as well, including some that are specifically meant to make running machine learning applications easier, but Google specifically highlights the fact that Android 11 will also bring a couple of new features to the OS that will help IT manage corporate devices with enhanced work profiles.

This first developer preview of Android 11 is launching about a month earlier than previous releases, so Google is giving itself a bit more time to get the OS ready for a wider launch. Currently, the release schedule calls for monthly developer preview releases until April, followed by three betas and a final release in Q3 2020.

Founders Fund confirms $3 billion in new capital across two funds

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 10:22 AM PST

Founders Fund, the investment firm led by its controversial co-founder Peter Thiel and partners Keith Rabois and Brian Singerman, has closed on $3 billion in new capital across two investment funds, TechCrunch confirmed.

News of the firm’s latest fundraising close was first reported in Axios.

The firm’s $1.2 billion Founders Fund VII closed in December and follows on the heels of a $1.3 billion Fund VI, which closed in 2016. The firm’s first growth fund, which raked in $1.5 billion, closed on Monday as well, according to a spokesperson for the investment firm. An additional $300 million in commitments is coming from the firm’s partnership to round out the $3 billion figure.

Fundraising for the new investment vehicles was first reported in The Wall Street Journal last October. And it follows the reunion earlier in 2019 of Rabois and Thiel — two of the most notorious members of the “PayPal mafia” that’s produced a number of billionaire entrepreneurs and investors.

The speed with which Founders Fund has been able to raise new capital is matched by the firm’s alacrity in deploying new dollars, according to industry watchers. Rabois in particular has made a splash at Founders Fund since joining the firm — investing large sums in competitive rounds, investors said.

But the firm’s success in fundraising is likely due to the returns it has been able to reap for its limited partners. For its 2011-vintage fund four, Founders Fund has more than quadrupled every dollar that the fund committed, to $4.60, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal (thanks to investments in Airbnb and Stripe Inc.). That figure compares favorably to the industry average of $2.11. Meanwhile, the firm’s third fund saw its returns increase to $3.80, 75 cents more than the industry average.

Founders Fund partner Cyan Banister described how the firm’s investment practices differ from other venture capital investors in a wide-ranging interview with TechCrunch last year:

As for how decisions get made, Banister explained that the voting structure is dependent on the size of the check. "So you'd meet with one or two or three or four partners, depending on your [investing] stage," she told attendees. Because she's looking at very early-stage startups, for example, she doesn't have to meet with many people to make a decision. As "dollar amounts gets larger," she continued, "you're looking at full GP oversight," including the involvement of senior members like Brian Singerman and Keith Rabois, and "that can a little more difficult."

At Axios, Dan Primack reported that the growth fund would write checks of $100 million at least. The firm’s investment decisions would be structured with any two investment team members agreeing to back deals under $1.5 million. Any deal above $1.5 million requires approval from one partner and a general partner; deals above $5 million require one partner and two general partners; and deals above $10 million require approvals from two partners and the unanimous approval of Singerman, Thiel and Rabois. Any deal requiring the approval of the general partners means that the startup that is pitching has to at least talk on the phone or meet in person with the general partners.

Update: This story has been updated to reflect that the firm’s Fund VII was $1.2 billion and its Growth Fund was $1.5 billion. 

Google Cloud opens its Seoul region

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:43 AM PST

Google Cloud today announced that its new Seoul region, its first in Korea, is now open for business. The region, which it first talked about last April, will feature three availability zones and support for virtually all of Google Cloud’s standard service, ranging from Compute Engine to BigQuery, Bigtable and Cloud Spanner.

With this, Google Cloud now has a presence in 16 countries and offers 21 regions with a total of 64 zones. The Seoul region (with the memorable name of asia-northeast3) will complement Google’s other regions in the area, including two in Japan, as well as regions in Hong Kong and Taiwan, but the obvious focus here is on serving Korean companies with low-latency access to its cloud services.

“As South Korea's largest gaming company, we’re partnering with Google Cloud for game development, infrastructure management, and to infuse our operations with business intelligence,” said Chang-Whan Sul, the CTO of Netmarble. “Google Cloud's region in Seoul reinforces its commitment to the region and we welcome the opportunities this initiative offers our business.”

Over the course of this year, Google Cloud also plans to open more zones and regions in Salt Lake City, Las Vegas and Jakarta, Indonesia.

Daily Crunch: Blue Apron might sell itself

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:42 AM PST

Blue Apron considers “strategic alternatives,” Facebook experiments with different News Feed formats and Twitter buys a startup focused on the Stories format. Here’s your Daily Crunch for February 19, 2020.

1. Blue Apron is considering selling itself

Meal kit company Blue Apron has been struggling for a long time, with its lackluster debut on the public market, employee lawsuits and layoffs. So it should come as no surprise that the company announced that it’s exploring “strategic alternatives” like selling itself, merging or raising more capital.

“Our strategic alternatives process, together with our cost optimization initiatives, is intended to best position the company for the future, including to support our growth strategy,” said CEO Linda Findley Kozlowski in a statement. “These efforts reflect the commitment of the Board, management and myself to doing what's in the best interest of the business, Blue Apron's shareholders and other stakeholders."

2. Facebook prototypes tabbed News Feed with Most Recent & Seen

Facebook may make it easier to escape its ranking algorithm and explore the News Feed in different formats. The company has internally prototyped a tabbed version of the News Feed for mobile that includes the standard Most Relevant feed, along with the existing-but-buried Most Recent feed of reverse chronological posts and an Already Seen feed of posts that was only available on desktop via a largely unknown URL.

3. Twitter acquires Stories template maker Chroma Labs

Is a Twitter Stories format on its way? The company has just acquired Chroma Labs, a startup co-founded by Instagram Boomerang inventor John Barnett with an app to let you fill in stylish layout templates and frames for posting to Instagram Stories, Snapchat and elsewhere.

4. Adobe celebrates Photoshop's 30th anniversary with new desktop and mobile features

The marquee feature here is probably the addition of the Object Selection tool in Photoshop on the iPad. With this tool, Adobe is giving creatives a way to select and manipulate one or multiple objects in complex scenes.

5. Do trade shows still matter in the age of online business?

One of countless unintended consequences of the coronavirus-prompted cancellation of MWC will be a broader debate about trade shows in general. In many ways, it's an extension of a conversation that’s been going on for years: Are trade shows worth it? (Extra Crunch membership required.)

6. Coinbase becomes a Visa Principal Member to double down on debit card

Cryptocurrency company Coinbase has been working with Paysafe to issue the Coinbase Card, a Visa debit card that works with your Coinbase account balance. The company is now a Visa Principal Member, which should help Coinbase rely less on Paysafe and control a bigger chunk of the card payment stack.

7. ForgePoint raises a massive new $450M fund for early-stage cybersecurity startups

The aim is to try to cash in early on an increasing number of startups in the cybersecurity space that could go on to become the next CrowdStrike or Cloudflare — which both saw massive exits last year when they went public at valuations of several billion apiece.

The Daily Crunch is TechCrunch’s roundup of our biggest and most important stories. If you’d like to get this delivered to your inbox every day at around 9am Pacific, you can subscribe here.

Tim Draper puts $1M into the Aragon blockchain project to create digital courts

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:10 AM PST

In the murky world of crypto and blockchain, taking disputes to a traditional court would either land both the plaintiff and the defendant in jail or confuse the court to the point of total befuddlement. You can just imagine the scenario:

"What is a DAO?"

"It's a decentralized autonomous organization, your honor."

"Please speak in English!"

Meanwhile, blockchain-native “communities,” such as they are, find it almost impossible to settle disagreements using traditional courts. And it turns out capitalism runs on the law. So this limits the amount of business they can do on the internet. Oh, the irony.

A few years ago a project called Aragon came along. Aragon provided the framework and tools needed to create decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) ranging from structures created for thousands of users to simple ones designed for just a handful of people. Its so-called "court system" can handle “subjective disputes that require the judgment of human jurors,” according to them.

This is all well and good, but they also require genuine investors who know what they are doing.

Today to the company is announcing a small investment from Tim Draper, the billionaire VC who has previously backed Tesla, SpaceX, Coinbase and Baidu, but also went heavily into crypto a few years back.

Draper Associates is buying into the Aragon network's ANT token to the tune of $1 million. Not a lot in the “normal” tech investing world, but quite a lot in terms of the still very nascent blockchain world. Draper is the latest addition to Aragon's backers, which include New York-based firms Placeholder and CoinFund, and Silicon Valley-based firm BoostVC.

Draper is a big proponent of cryptocurrencies, and bought nearly 30,000 bitcoins from the government auction of seized assets from Silk Road in 2014, making him an even more wealthy man, and also a relatively smart predictor of the blockchain world.

Aragon, founded by entrepreneurs Luis Cuende and Jorge Izquierdo, aims to create what they call the world's first "digital jurisdiction," providing tools for the management of digital organizations, as well as an online dispute resolution service.

So far it counts more than 1,000 organizations created on its platform since its launch in late 2018. So it's not unlike registering a company on a database but also having a trusted third party in the case of legal disputes.

Aragon's token, ANT, is used for the governance of the network. The network's dispute resolution service, Aragon Court, has 247 real-world, human jurors on the platform, and counting. Presumably, they are independent. The Aragon Court started operating on February 10th.

"You don't get to create a new jurisdiction every day. After Aragon, the governing of the world will never be the same," said Draper in a statement.

Draper is known for being a promoter of government innovation, launching the Six Californias initiative and being involved in Estonia's eResidency program. Tim Draper will also join Aragon's advisory board and continue supporting the project.

ANT holders can use their tokens to participate in Aragon Court. More than one million ANT has already been deposited ahead of its launch.

"Aragon aims to become the internet's de facto jurisdiction, and Aragon Court is its backbone. We are extremely excited to work with Tim. If there is someone who can advise on building a new jurisdiction, it's Tim," said Cuende, whose previous startup in the Bitcoin industry was backed by Draper, too.

Aragon has also announced Aragon Chain, a blockchain built specifically for Aragon, after issues with Ethereum have arisen.

Tortoise co-founder Dmitry Shevelenko is bringing autonomous scooters to TC Sessions: Mobility

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 09:00 AM PST

TC Sessions: Mobility 2020 is gearing up to be a lit event. The one-day event, taking place May 14 in San Jose, has just added Dmitry Shevelenko, co-founder and president of an automatic repositioning startup for micromobility vehicles. Yes, that means we’ll be having autonomous scooters rolling around onstage — #2020.

Tortoise, which recently received approval to deploy its tech in San Jose, is looking to become an operating system of sorts for micromobility vehicles. Just how Android is the operating system for a number of mobile phones, Tortoise wants to be the operating system for micromobility vehicles.

Given the volume of micromobility operators in the space today, Tortoise aims to make it easier for these companies to more strategically deploy their respective vehicles and reposition them when needed. Using autonomous technology in tandem with remote human intervention, Tortoise's software enables operators to remotely relocate their scooters and bikes to places where riders need them, or, where operators need them to be recharged. On an empty sidewalk, Tortoise may employ autonomous technologies, while it may rely on humans to remotely control the vehicle on a highly trafficked city block.

Before co-founding Tortoise, Shevelenko served as Uber's director of business development. While at Uber, Shevelenko helped the company expand into new mobility and led the acquisition of JUMP Bikes . Needless to say, Shevelenko is well-versed to talk about the next opportunities in micromobility.

Other speakers at TC Sessions: Mobility 2020 include Waymo COO Tekedra Mawakana; Uber’s director of Policy, Cities & Transportation, Shin-pei Tsay; and Argo AI co-founder and CEO Bryan Salesky.

Tickets are on sale now for $250 (early-bird status). After April 9, tickets go up, so be sure to get yours before that deadline. If you’re a student, tickets cost just $50.

Early-stage startups in the mobility space can book an exhibitor package for $2,000 and get four tickets and a demo table. Packages allow you to get in front of some of the biggest names in the industry and meet new customers. Book your tickets here.

TikTok introduces parental controls with new ‘Family Safety Mode’ feature, launching first in UK

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:48 AM PST

TikTok announced today the introduction of a new set of parental controls, called “Family Safety Mode,” designed to let parents set limits on their teenage children’s use of the TikTok mobile app. The suite of features includes screen-time management controls, limits on direct messages and a restricted mode that limits the appearance of inappropriate content.

According to TikTok, parents who want to enable Family Safety Mode must first create their own account on the app, which is then linked to the teen’s account. Once enabled, parents will be able to control how long the teen can spend on the app every day; turn off or limit who the teen can direct message; and choose to turn on TikTok’s “restricted” mode that will limit inappropriate content.

To be clear, these features were already available in the app for users to set for themselves. The new Family Safety Mode just puts a parent or guardian in charge of toggling the switches on or off for their teens, and prevents the settings from being changed without parents’ involvement.

It’s not clear how well TikTok’s restricted mode works, as TikTok doesn’t explain the screening process it uses. For an app of this scale, it’s likely based in large part on users flagging inappropriate videos, however. Parents should be aware, then, that restricted mode is not going to be a foolproof means of controlling the user experience.

The new set of parental controls is actually only a subset of the controls users can enable for themselves. For example, users can also choose to make their accounts private, turn off commenting or control who’s allowed to duet with them, among other things.

But the controls do tackle some of parents’ largest concerns around the addictive nature of TikTok’s app, the content being delivered and the private messages that parents can’t monitor.

The launch timing follows increased scrutiny by government regulators of TikTok, owned by Beijing-based ByteDance.

In 2019, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission fined the app Musical.ly (which had been acquired by ByteDance) $5.7 million for violation of U.S. children's privacy law COPPA. And in the U.K., TikTok has been under investigation by the U.K.'s Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for potential GDPR violations around the protection of children’s data.

Not coincidentally, TikTok says the new parental controls are first available in the U.K., starting today. They’ll roll out to other markets in the weeks ahead, TikTok says, but didn’t indicate which ones.

The parental controls, however, have been designed with European law in mind. In the U.S., TikTok offers the age-gate for younger users, but not controls for parents like this.

In addition to the launch of Family Safety mode, TikTok partnered with creators to produce a series of safety videos about screen-time management to encourage users to take a break from their phone. These are being added to the TikTop Tips video series and will also roll out in the app starting first in the U.K. today.

Toll exemption to defence personnel only if they are travelling on duty, says NHAI

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:32 PM PST

Toll exemption to defence personnel only if they are travelling on duty, says NHAI


Source: TIE

Ranji Trophy: Bengal thrive on tough love

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:32 PM PST

Ranji Trophy: Bengal thrive on tough love


Source: TIE

Asian Wrestling Championships: Meet Aditya Kundu, a wrestler who is a civil inspector and wants to be a lecturer

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:32 PM PST

Asian Wrestling Championships: Meet Aditya Kundu, a wrestler who is a civil inspector and wants to be a lecturer


Source: TIE

Bandipur: Kerala opposes alternative route

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:31 PM PST

Bandipur: Kerala opposes alternative route
In SC, the State says the ban on night traffic is not on the basis of any study

Source: TH

Rahul and Sonia will lose Indian citizenship soon: Swamy

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:31 PM PST

Rahul and Sonia will lose Indian citizenship soon: Swamy
'People taking the citizenship of another country while being an Indian citizen will automatically lose their Indian citizenship'

Source: TH

Class XI exams in Manipur suspended as “some questions have been leaked”

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:31 PM PST

Class XI exams in Manipur suspended as "some questions have been leaked"
Schools directed to return all question papers, says official

Source: TH

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Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:22 PM PST

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బాబు రాష్ట్రాన్ని అప్పుల ఊబిలోకి నెడితే…. జగన్ గాడిన పెడుతున్నారు….

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 08:00 AM PST

అప్పులు.. దారీ తెన్నూలేని అధికార వ్యవస్థ సీఎం జగన్‌కు ఆహ్వానం పలికాయని.. రాష్ట్రాన్ని చంద్రబాబు అప్పుల ఊబిలోకి నెట్టి అప్పగించారని… ప్రభుత్వ సలహాదారు సజ్జల రామకృష్ణారెడ్డి అన్నారు. ఇవాళ విజయవాడలో ఏపీ వర్కింగ్ జర్నలిస్ట్ ఫెడరేషన్ ఆధ్వర్యంలో జరిగిన మీట్ ద ప్రెస్ కార్యక్రమంలో ఆయన పాల్గొన్నారు. ఈ సందర్భంగా సజ్జల మాట్లాడుతూ.. గాడి తప్పిన పాలనను అతి తక్కువ కాలంలో సీఎం జగన్ పట్టాలెక్కించారని కొనియాడారు. పాదయాత్ర సందర్భంగా ఇచ్చిన ప్రతీ హామీని వైఎస్ జగన్ […]

ఇది విమానం కాదు.. ఎగిరే వైట్ హౌస్..!

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 07:58 AM PST

ఇప్పుడు దేశమంతటా అమెరికా అధ్యక్షుడు డొనాల్డ్ ట్రంప్ పర్యటన గురించిన చర్చే నడుస్తోంది. ఆయన వస్తున్నారని గుజరాత్‌లో మురికి వాడలు కనపడకుండా గోడలు కడుతున్నారనే విమర్శలు.. ఆయన భద్రతకే 100 కోట్లు భారత ప్రభుత్వం ఖర్చు చేస్తోందనే వార్తలు పుంఖానుపుంఖాలుగా మీడియా ప్రసారం చేస్తోంది. అవన్నీ పక్కన పెడితే.. ప్రపంచంలోనే అత్యంత శక్తివంతమైన దేశాధ్యక్షుడు తన దేశాన్ని వదిలి వస్తే అక్కడ పాలన ఎలా అనే డౌట్ రావొచ్చు. ఆయన వేరే దేశంలో ఉన్నప్పుడు అమెరికా మీద […]

మేఘా గో‘దారి’మళ్ళింపులో ప్రపంచ రికార్డు

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 07:50 PM PST

ప్రపంచంలోనే అతిపెద్ద ఎత్తిపోతల పథకం… అనతికాలంలోనే  అత్యధిక సామర్థ్యం కలిగిన పంపింగ్‌ కేంద్రాల ఏర్పాటు… అతితక్కువ సమయంలో ఆచరణలోకి తీసుకురావడం… 3,436 మెగావాట్ల సామర్థ్యం…  ఇలా ఇంజనీరింగ్‌ చరిత్రలోనే ఏ పథకం కూడా దరిదాపుల్లో లేని విధంగా కాళేశ్వరంలో భారీ పంపింగ్‌ మిషన్‌లను మేఘా ఏర్పాటు చేసి ఇంజనీరింగ్‌ చరిత్రనే తిరగరాసింది. మూడేళ్ళకాలంలోనే 11 పంపింగ్‌ కేంద్రాలల్లో 3,436 మెగావాట్ల సామర్థ్యం కలిగిన మిషన్‌ల ఏర్పాటుతో.. మొదటిదశ పనులు పూర్తిగా వినియోగంలోకి తెచ్చింది మేఘా ఇంజనీరింగ్‌ ఇన్‌ఫ్రాస్ట్రక్చర్స్‌ లిమిటెడ్‌ […]

‘కొత్తవి తేవాలని చూస్తున్నాం… ఉన్నవాటిని ఎందుకు వెళ్లగొడతాం?’

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 06:24 PM PST

విశాఖలో ఐటీ సంస్థల విషయంలో టీడీపీ నేతలు ఇటీవల చేస్తున్న ఆరోపణలపై మంత్రి గౌతం రెడ్డి స్పందించారు. తాము ఈ ఏడాది విశాఖలో 50 వేల ఐటీ ఉద్యోగాల కల్పనే ధ్యేయంగా పని చేస్తున్నట్టు స్పష్టం చేశారు. కొత్త సంస్థలు తేవాలని ప్రభుత్వం ప్రయత్నిస్తోందని.. ఉన్న సంస్థలను అనవసరంగా ఎందుకు వెళ్లగొడతామని మంత్రి ప్రశ్నించారు. ఐటీ సంస్థలు వెళ్లిపోవాలంటూ సచివాలం పేరిట ఆదేశాలు జారీ అయ్యాయని వస్తున్న ఆరోపణలను తిప్పికొట్టారు. అదాని డేటా సెంటర్ విషయంలోనూ తప్పుడు […]

మిత్రుడే శత్రువుగా మారితే…. ఇలాగే ఉంటుంది

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 06:20 PM PST

కేంద్ర ప్రభుత్వం చేసిన సిటిజన్ షిప్ అమెండ్ మెంట్ యాక్ట్ కు బీహార్ అధికార పార్టీ జేడీయూ.. పార్లమెంటులో అనుకూలంగా ఓటు వేయడం.. ఆ పార్టీని ఇబ్బందుల్లోకి నెడుతోంది. ప్రముఖ రాజకీయ వ్యూహకర్త, కొంత కాలం క్రితం వరకు జేడీయూలో కీలకంగా వ్యవహరించిన ప్రశాంత్ కిషోర్.. ఈ పరిణామం తర్వాత నితీష్ ను కాదనుకుని జేడీయూ నుంచి బయటికి వెళ్లారు. బీజేపీకి అనుకూలంగా నడుచుకుంటున్న నితీశ్ తీరుపై తీవ్ర అసంతృప్తి వ్యక్తం చేస్తున్నారు. తాజాగా.. బాత్ బీహార్ […]

ఒక వేదికపై… రాష్ట్ర మంత్రి కౌంటర్ కు… కేంద్ర మంత్రి ఎన్ కౌంటర్

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 06:08 PM PST

హైదరాబాద్ లోని చర్లపల్లి రైల్వే స్టేషన్ లో.. శాటిలైట్ స్టేషన్ నిర్మాణానికి రైల్వే మంత్రి పీయూష్ గోయల్ శంకుస్థాపన చేసిన సందర్భంగా జరిగిన ఈ ఘటన.. తెలంగాణ రాజకీయాల్లో హాట్ టాపిక్ అయ్యింది. ఈ కార్యక్రమానికి పీయూష్ తో పాటు సికింద్రాబాద్ ఎంపీ, కేంద్ర హోం శాఖ సహాయ మంత్రి కిషన్ రెడ్డి సహా రాష్ట్ర మంత్రి తలసాని కూడా హాజరయ్యారు. ఈ సందర్భంగా కేంద్రం దక్షిణ తెలంగాణపై వివక్ష చూపిస్తోందంటూ రాష్ట్ర మంత్రి తలసాని.. సభా […]

ప్లాస్టిక్ నిషేధం దిశగా తిరుమలలో మరో ముందడుగు

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 06:05 PM PST

తిరుమలలో ప్లాస్టిక్ నిషేధాన్ని పక్కాగా అమలు చేస్తున్నారు. ఇన్నాళ్లూ తిరుమలలో లడ్డూ కవర్ల విక్రయాలు జరగ్గా.. ఇటీవల తీసుకున్న నిర్ణయంతో వాటి వాడకాన్ని పూర్తిగా ఆపేశారు. దుకాణాల్లోనూ ప్లాస్టిక్ వాడకాన్ని దాదాపుగా తగ్గించేశారు. లడ్డూల జారీకి కాగితం బాక్సులను అందుబాటులోకి తెచ్చారు. ఇలా రకరకాల చర్యలతో ప్లాస్టిక్ కు దూరంగా ఉంటున్న తిరుమలలో.. మరో కీలక నిర్ణయం అమల్లోకి వచ్చింది. ప్లాస్టిక్ వాటర్ బాటిళ్ల వాడకాన్నీ పూర్తిగా నిషేధించేందుకు తిరుమలలో అడుగులు పడ్డాయి. వాటి స్థానంలో గాజు […]

నోరు జారిన కిషన్ రెడ్డి…. ట్రోల్ చేసేస్తున్న తెలంగాణ నెటిజన్లు

Posted: 18 Feb 2020 06:00 PM PST

కేంద్ర హోం శాఖ సహాయ మంత్రి కిషన్ రెడ్డి.. అనుకోకుండా నెటిజన్ల చేతిలో బుక్కైపోయారు. తెలంగాణకు రైల్వే బడ్జెట్ కేటాయింపులపై టీఆర్ఎస్ నుంచి వస్తున్న విమర్శలను తిప్పికొట్టబోయి.. కాస్త పట్టు తప్పి మాట్లాడారు. హైదరాబాద్ లో చర్లపల్లి శాటిలైట్ రైల్వే స్టేషన్ కు రైల్వే మంత్రి పీయూష్ గోయల్ శంకుస్థాపన చేసిన అనంతరం ఆయన మీడియాతో మాట్లాడిన సందర్భంగా చేసిన వ్యాఖ్యలతో.. ట్రోలింగ్ కు గురవుతున్నారు. "ఎర్రబస్సు మాత్రమే తెలిసిన తెలంగాణకు.. మోడీ ప్రభుత్వం వచ్చాకే అనేక […]

Mumbai Weather: Temperature may drop by 2-3°C over next few days

Posted: 19 Feb 2020 04:20 PM PST



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IIT Indore ranked 61 in Emerging Economies University Rankings

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Bombay HC tells BMC to clear hurdles obstructing widening of roads

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Mumbai: BMC’s security fees for road remarks, RMC registration, asphalt plants raised

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Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar wants to rid city of abandoned, isolated structures

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Mumbai: Ticketless travellers make WR richer by Rs 114cr in 10 months

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Indore: Free cervix and breast cancer check-up camp concludes at Robert Nursing Home

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Mumbai: BMC to open Olympic-size pool ahead of summer

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Indore: 2,000 kg cannabis worth Rs 3.1 crore seized, 4 arrested

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No waterlogging at Hindmata in monsoon: BMC

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