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Google to discontinue Chrome's 'Lite Mode' on Android with its v100 update

Google explained that the reason for sunsetting the feature is the "decrease in cost" for cellular data plans, as well as other improvements Chrome has made to data usage

Ukrainian envoy to India seeks PM Modi's intervention in ongoing crisis

Ukraine's envoy to India Dr Igor Polikha on Thursday urged PM Narendra Modi to activate dialogue with Russia amid the ongoing crisis.

Ukraine crisis: Kiev residents empty ATMs, exit city via car and rail

Explosions were heard in the Ukrainian capital and other major cities following Putin's announcement that a military operation had begun

Punjab: SAD leader Majithia surrenders before trial court in Mohali

Facing charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Majithia applied for regular bail and the trial court started arguments over his plea

You'll face consequences greater than any in history: Putin warns West

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared war on Ukraine and gave a chilling warning to its allies in the West, Daily Mail reported.

Reliance Retail grew its retail footprint by 39% amid pandemic: Bernstein

Reliance Retail continues to execute strongly and has grown its retail footprint by 39 per cent (in sq.ft) since pandemic, added multiple brands, Bernstein said in a report.

Asked to carry cash, hoard ration & not go out: Indian students in Ukraine

With Russian President Valadimir Putin announcing military operation against Ukraine, the Indian students in Ukraine have been advised not to go out of their homes and carry cash.

Budget can be effective means to bring change in agriculture: PM

PM mentioned how his government has brought in smartness in all things related to agriculture, 'Beej se Bazar Tak' by improving the systems over the last 7 years

Jindal Global Business School signs MoUs with 11 Universities in 5 nations

Jindal Global Business School has expanded its international partnership portfolio by signing 11 new MoUs with prestigious business schools and universities in five countries

Russia, Belarus attacking Ukraine from all sides, hundreds killed: Report

Ukraine was under siege on Thursday after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced he was invading in what he termed a "special military operation".

Google drops coronavirus vaccine requirement for US office workers

In a major update to Covid-19 protocols, Google will no longer mandate vaccines as a condition of employment for US workers.

Bharti Airtel acquires strategic stake in Blockchain-tech startup Aqilliz

Bharti Airtel on Thursday announced that it has acquired a strategic stake in Singapore-based Blockchain platform Aqilliz for an undisclosed sum.

Global warming speeding up world's water cycle, say researchers

This is leading to more extreme weather conditions with the world's wetter areas becoming even more soaked and the dry regions becoming even more parched: Report

Russia-Ukraine crisis: South Korea to support sanctions on Russia

South Korea said on Thursday that it will join a move to sanction Russia if the latter carries out a full-blown invasion of Ukraine.

Global Covid caseload rises to 429.4 million, fatalities reach 5.91 million

The second worst hit country in terms of cases is India

Global Funds seeks $18bn to restore progress against AIDS, TB, malaria

The Global Fund and Presidents of 5 African countries launch a fundraising campaign aiming at $18 bn to restore progress against AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria that has been disrupted by the Covid.

Israeli President confirms Turkey trip, targets climate crisis cooperation

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has confirmed his planned trip to Turkey, saying it is part of his new plan to form regional cooperation to fight the climate crisis.

Death toll reaches 204 from landslides, floods in Brazil; 51 still missing

On February 15, Petropolis, a city located 68 km from Rio de Janeiro, was slammed with heavy rains that caused more than 50 mudslides and floods.

Canadian PM declares end of 10-day state of emergency invoked on Feb 14

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has declared to end a 10- day long state of emergency invoked on February 14.

UN chief condemns arrest of 4 peacekeepers in CAR, calls for their release

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemns the arrest of four members of the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in Central African Republic, calls for immediate release.