Google launches ‘Bolo’ app to tutor children to read in Hindi & English

Tech giant Google has recently launched a new app ‘Bolo’ that aims to help children in primary school learn to read in Hindi and English. The free app, which is being launched in India first, uses Google’s speech recognition and ..

Chhattisgarh government launches smartphone distribution scheme ‘Mobile Tihar’ under Sanchar Kranti Yojna

The Chhattisgarh government has launched a smartphone distribution scheme ‘Mobile Tihar’ under the Sanchar Kranti Yojna (SKY). The scheme is for distribution of smartphones to women and students, covering over 50 Lakh beneficiaries. As part of the scheme, 556 new ..

Punjab government launches smartphone application ‘i-Hariyali’ to increase green cover across state

The Punjab Government has launched a smartphone application ‘i-Hariyali’, which aims to inspire people to plant more saplings to save the environment from pollution. It will ensure clean, green, healthy and robust Punjab with the active participation of people. The ..

Gujarat government launches digital platform “Pocket Cop Project” for police force

Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani has launched the digital platform ‘Pocket Cop Project’ in order to ensure that the police force of the state is equipped with modern day technology. Under the project, every officer in charge of the police ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2018

Samsung ties up with Axis bank to offer ‘Bill Payments’ on Samsung Pay

Smartphone manufacturer Samsung has recently launched its ‘Bill Payments’ on its flagship payments service “Samsung Pay” in partnership with Axis Bank. The new feature launched by the company will enable users to pay their utility bills seamlessly via Samsung Pay’s ..

Mumbai metro to launch India’s first mobile ticketing system

Mumbai Metro One will launch the India’s first Mobile Ticketing System ‘OnGo’ which will help commuters pass the Automated Fare Collection (AFC) gates using their mobile phones. The system is in the final advanced stage of testing and will be ..

Facebook buys tech start-up FacioMetrics

Facebook has bought facial recognition tech start-up FacioMetrics for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition was aimed at using the technology provided by the startup for making photo or video effects to better challenge its rival Snapchat.   FacioMetrics was founded ..