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Google has announced that third-party smart chips in Docs are now generally available for all users.

Google has announced that it is making 'paginated mode' default on Docs for Android

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With the introduction of emoji reactions to Docs on the web, Google has announced that it will now allow users to add emoji reactions to comments within Docs

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The company will expand the availability of the generative AI features "over time", the report said

This feature gives a visual representation of what controls the formatting in a document, which allows users to make appropriate edits much easier

The new feature gives users the ability to visualise code with industry standards, making code readable and collaboration much easier

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Tech giant Google has announced that Meet calls can now be transcribed into text, and users can further save them in a Google Doc format

In a bid to improve the quality of writing and fix straightforward grammar and spelling errors, tech giant Google is adding several new assistive writing features in Google Docs for its users.

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Google is rolling out a slew of new features for Drive for desktop (Windows, macOS), a new unified tool that will let users easily sync their content across all devices and the cloud

Google serves 3.5 billion users, which is approximately half the world population

Google email services disrupted across globe, company says probing issue

According to the G Suite status dashboard, Google is "investigating reports of an issue with Gmail"

Google is rolling out a new 'dark mode' for its Docs, Sheets, and Slides apps on Android and all users will gain access to the theme within the next two weeks

Sebi embraces new-age tools for information to prevent insider trading

Amid the global pandemic, cybercriminals are increasingly using coronavirus as a lure to trick unfocused users by capitalising on their fear and uncertainty

It flags privacy issues with cloud-based software and content, reports Tech In Asia

India's addition to a major global gauge will give global investors greater access to the world's fastest-growing large economy that offers some of the highest returns in the region

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Given the relatively small weight in the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Index, analysts expect India's inclusion could take place in one shot

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The rally in PSBs, analysts feel, was more a knee-jerk reaction to the development, and the actual benefits will start to accrue once the addition takes place in 2024

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Closing Bell on Friday, September 22: The Nifty PSU Bank jumped the most, rising 3.5 per cent

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Stocks to Watch today, September 22, 2023: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Board has approved the divestment of a 75 per cent stake in its subsidiary Glenmark Life Sciences to Nirma for Rs 5,651 crore

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The IPO gave Instacart a valuation of nearly $9.9 billion, a fraction of the $39 billion it was worth in 2021, the company's last funding round

The total number of people of ethnic Indian origin in Canada was 1.8 million at the time of the last census in 2021

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Seven leopard cubs have died at Bannerghatta Biological Park here after being infected by a highly contagious virus, officials said on Tuesday.
Feline panleukopenia (FP) is a viral disease of cats caused by the feline parvovirus. Kittens are most severely affected by the virus, they said.
According to officials, the first outbreak was reported on August 22. The seven cubs were aged between three and eight months. All of them were vaccinated but succumbed during the course of treatment.
Executive Director of Bannerghatta Biological Park, A V Surya Sen said though the seven cubs were vaccinated, they were still infected.
"It is now under control and in the last 15 days, no deaths have been reported. We have completely broken the chain and taken all necessary measures. We followed all the required procedure and also held discussions with all our senior veterinarians. All correct course of action was taken. Also, we have ensured hygiene of the entire zoo and the rescue centre was ...

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The US on Tuesday said it is "deeply concerned" about the allegations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on India's involvement in the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in Surrey, and urged New Delhi to "cooperate" with Canberra in the investigation of the incident.
Hardeep Singh Nijjar, 45, the chief of the banned Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) and one of India's most-wanted terrorists who carried a cash reward of Rs 10 lakh on his head, was shot dead by two unidentified gunmen outside a gurdwara in Surrey in the western Canadian province of British Columbia on June 18.
Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau on Monday alleged the involvement of "agents of the Indian government" in the killing, claims outrightly rejected by New Delhi as "absurd" and "motivated".
We are deeply concerned about the allegations referenced by PM Trudeau yesterday. We remain in regular contact with our Canadian partners, a State Department spokesperson told PTI.
It is critical that Canada's ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Largecaps are trading at a valuation discount to mid and smallcap stocks and this has made them attractive

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Overseas institutions are also a better bet for Adani. Tapping Indian banks, especially state-run lenders, would be a tad cheaper, but might invite greater political scrutiny ahead of general election

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India's ambitions for green hydrogen are riding the coat-tails of Chinese equipment, with Beijing's global stranglehold on the green hydrogen business now extending to New Delhi

green energy targets in mind, but is India technology-ready?

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While posing a complex challenge, slums also offer a unique opportunity for morally and economically imperative urban development

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As part of the partnership, Infosys will have access to NVIDIA's full-stack gen AI program and will set up a NVIDIA Centre of Excellence

NVIDIA Founder & CEO, Jensen Huang with Infosys Co-founder & Chairman, Nandan Nilekani (Photo: Infosys)

NVIDIA Founder & CEO, Jensen Huang with Infosys Co-founder & Chairman, Nandan Nilekani

The board of the private sector lender is scheduled to meet on Friday, September 22, 2023 to consider the raising of funds by issue of equity shares / any other equity linked securities.

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In a meeting with officials of the DHI, the company has said the period for which the government is demanding a refund of subsidies of Rs 130 crore does not apply to it

Hero Electric to raise capacity at Ludhiana plant to 500k units in 6 months

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Latest model can log 40-50% higher sales in India than iPhone 14, say retailers

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the G20 Summit's success has given the nation the confidence to organise such global events and urged those involved in the planning and execution of the summit to document their experiences.
The G20 Summit, under India's presidency, was held here from September 9 to 10.
Addressing those involved in organising of the summit at the event's venue, Bharat Mandapam, Modi also credited ground-level functionaries for the success.
Drawing parallels between the organising of the G20 Summit and the Commonwealth Games, he said the sporting event in the national capital in 2010 got mired into things that brought disrepute to the country and infused a sense of despondency in the governing system.
"On the other hand, the cumulative effect of the G20 Summit has been that of success in showcasing the strength of the country to the world. I am not concerned with the praise in editorials. For me, the real happiness lies in the fact that my country is now 

PM Modi addresses media on the first day of the special session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Monday, Sept. 18, 2023. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav)

Bike and auto-rickshaw aggregator Rapido has drawn up plans bring on board 200 women drivers over the next three months, the company said on Friday.
Currently, Rapido Auto has engaged 50 female 'captains' hailing from diverse backgrounds in the city for its ride-hailing service, and it aims add more than 200 active captains in the next three months through collaborations with various Coimbatore-based non-governmental organisations, the company said in a release.
Rapido will equip the women captains with essential safety and driving skills through the comprehensive training programme in collaboration with the NGOs. It also plans to launch micro-loans and family health insurance for women auto captains in Coimbatore, the release added.
This initiative would enable women to earn between Rs 800 and Rs 1,000 a day, translating to a monthly income of Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000, it added.
"Rapido Auto, as a company, is deeply committed to fostering gender empowerment and inclusivity. Our jour

Bike taxi startup Rapido plans to ramp up hiring of women captains

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The tax notice comes at a time when the company, valued at over $566 million, is already facing heat over the recent move in July by the country's GST Council to impose a 28% indirect tax

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Google Docs

Google announces general availability of 3rd-party smart chips in Docs

Google making 'paginated mode' default on Docs application for Android

Google's new update to let users add emoji reactions to comments in Docs

Google starts testing generative AI features in Gmail, Docs: Report

Google Docs adds new feature to allow users to view non-printing characters

Google Docs rolls out canvas feature to display code with code blocks

Google Meet calls can now be transcribed into text, saved as Doc in Drive

Google Docs to offer more assistive writing suggestions for users

Now sync content across all devices with Google Drive for desktop

Google crash: What are the alternatives for users in case of future outage

Gmail services disrupted across the globe, company says probing issue

Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides to now have dark theme on Android

Google Docs used by hackers in 65% of attacks to steal login credentials

Google Docs bug locks out users at random, raises privacy questions