Earthquake! Your Android smartphones will alert you; Google to roll out the service in India

Internet major Google will roll out an earthquake alert service in India that works using sensors to detect and estimate the intensity of earthquakes.  The alert service will be available in Android 5 and later versions of the operating system.   The system takes the help of tiny accelerometers present in Android smartphones that can act as mini seismometers.  “The Android Earthquake Alerts System is rolling out to all Android 5+ users in India during the coming week,” the blog said.  This is already deployed in many countries around the…

PM addresses programme marking 20 years celebration of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the programme marking 20 years celebration of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit at Science City in Ahmedabad today. The Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit was started 20 years ago on 28 September 2003 under the visionary leadership of the then Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Narendra Modi. Over time, it transformed into a truly global event, attaining the status of being one of the premier business summits in India. Leaders of industry shared their thoughts. B K Goenka, Chairman of Welspun, recalling the journey…

PM visits Science City in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

The  Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi visited the Science City in Ahmedabad, Gujarat today. He toured the Robotics Gallery, Nature Park, Aquatic Gallery, and Shark Tunnel and also took a walkthrough of the exhibition showcased on the occasion. The Prime Minister posted a thread on X: “Spent a part of the morning exploring the fascinating attractions at Gujarat Science City. Began with the Robotics Gallery, where the immense potential of robotics is brilliantly showcased. Delighted to witness how these technologies igniting curiosity among the youth.” “The Robotics Gallery Showcases DRDO…

PM addresses YouTubers during YouTube Fanfest India 2023

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the YouTuber community during YouTube Fanfest India 2023 today. He also completed his 15 years on YouTube and shared his experience of creating a global impact through the medium. Addressing the YouTuber community, the Prime Minister expressed delight in completing his 15-year YouTube journey and said that he is here today as a fellow YouTuber. “For 15 years”, the Prime Minister emphasized, “I have also been connected to the country and the world through my YouTube channel. I also have subscribers in decent…

Why US Government and 17 States Sue Amazon ?

WASHINGTON: The Federal Trade Commission along with 17 states have sued Amazon. This antitrust lawsuit is claiming that Amazon has become a monopoly “and it is exploiting its monopolies in ways that leave shoppers and sellers paying more for worse service. The FTC and states allege that Amazon has used a variety of anticompetitive tactics to maintain its dominance, including: Giving preferential treatment to its own products and services. For example, the FTC alleges that Amazon prioritizes its own products in search results and gives its own sellers better placement on its website.…