The Redmi 9 just popped up on Xiaomi's global RF certification page, confirming that the phone exists and its model number - M2004J19G. This number was also spotted in a batch of devices that were recently certified by the 3C. These certifications don't reveal much. A related model, the M2004J19C, is listed at the 3C with a 10W charger, though that would be a weird downgrade - both the Redmi 8 and the cheaper 8A support 18W charging. Anyway, these will be 4G phones, which probably comes as no surprise. Previous leaks showed a photo of the quad camera on the back of the phone, which...

MediaTek and vivo have been entangled in a rather quickly-developing plotline, during the last couple of days. It revolves around the announcement of the Dymensity 1000+ chipset, followed immediately by various hints from vivo of an ambassador phone for said chipset - the iQOO Z1. Merely hours later, a mysterious vivo phone, bearing the model number V1986A, has popped-up on the 3C certification authority website. Putting two and two together, this is likely the iQOO Z1, which appears to be heading towards and imminent release. The document confirms 5G support on the phone, as well...

Employing foreign scientists and technicians and complying Home Office regulations is a difficult task for many UK laboratories. The United Kingdom is altogether suffering from skills shortages. The situation will be aggravated by decline of the EU workers.…

Owing to the surge in IT visa applications there are no Fears that migrants are discouraged from settling in the UK.  In fact they are keen to master their work and are also agreeable for the contract based work in the IT sector. In the past few…

We are all creatures of habit and it is good to see how diligently people take backups of their work, pictures and contacts on phones among other things.

Treatment expenses can be reimbursed by insurer or customer can opt for cashless facility

Draft exposure aims to restrict proportionate deduction which would lead to, in most cases, the insured being able to get a higher percentage of the bill reimbursed by insurer

Group health insurance plus personal health insurance: Higher the number of family members, higher the insurance cover.

More units are bought when the market price of shares is low and lesser units are bought when the price is high.

A total of 80 lakh employees involved in four lakh establishments are likely to be benefitted, the finance ministry had earlier said.

However, if someone wants to buy a comprehensive health cover, it would cost them Rs 8,000-11,000 for Rs 10 lakh sum insured.

Currently, there are several health insurance products in the market and every insurer designs products basis their underwriting guidelines, claims experience, risk assessment.

You may avoid double taxation on your income by claiming tax relief if India has signed the Double Taxation Avoidance Treaty (DTAA) with the country of your residence.

Make sure that you have the contact information of your reporting manger and HR department in a diary or phone or a place where your spouse can access the same easily.

In other previous months of 2019-20, the number of new subscribers joining in the scheme ranged between 12.19 lakh and 14.70 lakh.

The longer you stay in the markets, the more you are likely to earn returns by letting the magic of compounding work for you.

The Irdai data showed that LIC saw its new business premiums at Rs 1.77 lakh crore in 2019-20 compared to Rs 1.42 lakh crore in the previous fiscal — a growth of 25.17%.

Low oil prices will have a positive impact on glass manufacturing, transport, industrial power, plastics, lubricants, petrochemical, , FMCG, paint, rubber & tyre manufacturing companies

VPF is the voluntary contribution by employees towards their provident fund account over and above the 12% contribution towards EPF.

Banks are offering Covid-19 personal loans only to existing borrowers and pension and salary account holders

While the third-party (TP) premium depends on your vehicle’s cubic capacity (CC), the motor own-damage is calculated basis the RTO/city you reside in and the make year and model of your car.

The marketing industry has never had greater access to data than it does today. However, data alone does not drive your marketing organization. Decisions do. And with all the recent hype regarding the potential of AI, a successful cross-channel campaign is propelled by a personalized, data-driven approach injected with machine [...]

SAS Customer Intelligence 360: Hybrid marketing and analytic's last mile [Part 1] was published on Customer Intelligence Blog.

In part one of this blog series, we introduced hybrid marketing as a method that combines both direct and digital marketing capabilities while absorbing insights from machine learning. In part two, we will share perspectives on: How SAS Customer Intelligence 360 completes analytic's last mile. How campaign management processes can easily [...]

SAS Customer Intelligence 360: Hybrid marketing and analytic's last mile [Part 2] was published on Customer Intelligence Blog.

In parts one and two of this blog series, we introduced hybrid marketing as a method that combines both direct and digital marketing capabilities while absorbing insights from machine learning. According to Daniel Newman (Futurum Research) and Wilson Raj (SAS) in the October 2019 research study Experience 2030: “Brands must [...]

SAS Customer Intelligence 360: Hybrid marketing and analytic's last mile [Part 3] was published on Customer Intelligence Blog.

Digital transformation. Yup, I said it. It's over-hyped. But as SAS Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer Oliver Schabenberger says, "It's also real and powerful. Our world is being liquefied from physical assets into virtual assets, and analog processes into digital processes - the world is turning into bits [...]

SAS Customer Intelligence 360: Analytics as a guiding light was published on Customer Intelligence Blog.

The Hyundai Kona Electric has been launched in India for a price of Rs 25.3 lakh. The all-electric powered crossover type SUV packs a 39.2 kWh lithium-ion Polymer battery which in Indian conditions is rated to be capable of delivering 452kms of driving range. With 136hp and 394Nm of torque at its disposal, will the […]

Ather 450 is currently the fastest electric scooter in India. We have not considered the Avera Retrosa as it is currently available only in Andhra Pradesh. On the other hand, the Ather 450 is available in Bengaluru and Chennai and the company has aggressive expansion plans as it aims to be present in 30 Indian […]

The Venue and the Nexon follow two separate approaches when it comes to tackling the sub-4m SUV space. One has a lot of features and a feel-good factor while the second one is the best its maker churns out and has got better daily usability. Which one is our choice? Lijo finds it out.

The facelift infuses life into the Mahindra TUV300 and makes it a more feature-rich SUV than what it was before. We have listed out the pros and cons of this SUV in the video.

Revolt RV 400 has finally been launched in India. With features like smartphone connectivity and multiple exhaust sounds, the RV 400 is definitely in a segment of its own. But what is an electric motorcycle to ride like? How does it compare with conventional motorcycles? Abhilasha Singh test rode the RV 400 to answer these […]

Datsun’s Go as well as Go+ models have now received a CVT option. These come in the top trim and boast a slightly higher fuel efficiency compared to their manual counterparts or at par. How are they to drive? Take a look at our video.

Isuzu has attempted to make their D-Max V-Cross pick-up truck easier to live with by adding a new refined engine, an automatic gearbox and some added features. But has it worked?

Maruti Suzuki Swift has been one trusted name when it comes to making a hatchback buying decision, but then our market has another choice that has good odds – Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. How do the two compare in terms of design, driveability, practicality and more? Arpit Mahendra took them both out for a spin […]

Ather 450X has been launched as the Bengaluru-based startup’s new flagship offering that will be available in 10 cities across India. The X in the name means quicker 0-40 & 0-60 km/h times, more features, and a bigger range as well. How different is it to ride though? Abhilasha Singh took the 450X for a […]

Force T1N passenger van will go into production later this year and will be priced around Rs 25 lakh. It is an 18-seater and will be exported as well.

BS-VI Honda SP125 is a successor to the CB Shine and has been upgraded inside and out. It is powered by a new 124cc BS-VI engine and it gets new features like silent start, LED headlamp, new pass switch. Abhilasha Singh takes out for a ride around Mumbai to find out more.

The Tata Nexon EV is going to launch in India soon. Its prices are expected to fall in the range of Rs 15 lakh to Rs 17 lakh. Here is out first drive review of what would be India’s first all-electric sub-four-meter SUV.

Delhi Government with Maruti Suzuki has introduced a new computerised driving test that applicants must complete in order to get a driving license. The Automated Driving Test Centres have been set up in 12 locations in Delhi and they test applicants with different parameters like Reverse S, Figure of 8 (8 Formation), overtaking, red light, […]

Tata Motors has finally given the Harrier an automatic transmission option. The Kryotec diesel engine has been given a 30hp boost with the BS6 upgrade and it also gets a massive panoramic sunroof. But is that all Tata has done with the Harrier for the 2020 model year? are there any more changes? we drive […]

Indian Commerce and Industry Ministry is planning to frame a comprehensive visa policy to boost service sector of the country. A proposal for the same is being prepared at the Indian Prime Minister’s office. Regarding the proposal, the Indian…

To address skill shortage issues in its technology sector, Israel has planned to relax its visa regime to attract skilled foreign workers into its country. The  software firms warned that skill shortages are jeopardizing the country’s multi-billion…

Briefing to the Lok Sabha on liberalizing visa policies, Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that the Government has a proposal to introduce a new visa regime to boost the service sector. The plan will enhance trade services…

On Tuesday, the Cabinet of Thailand announced a new visa plan under which the permit to stay, of foreign nationals aged 50 or more, has been increased from one year to ten years. The vice-minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, Colonel Apisit Chaiyanuwat…

Things aren’t great between Hong Kong Beijing, and scared residents are moving to a safer Taiwan, Hong Kong’s neighbor. Hong Kong has been under China’s rule for almost two decades now and is a major financial hub for the Asian country. According…

Before matters started getting worse between Russia and the United States, Russians could get the US travel visa within a week. But now, Russians have to wait for a minimum of eight months, making them restless. It is too long to wait for a travel visa…

The family restaurant chain uses demographic, behavioral, and purchase data to send targeted offers to its rewards members and grow visit frequency and spend among younger customers.

How the retail pharmacy chain uses customer data to make its marketing messages relevant

The details may be technical, but the concepts are clear when it comes to analyzing seasonal retail data

Creative government workforce approaches come in many forms. Some time ago, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offered employees an interesting choice to incentivize them to stay. Employees could either telework from home one day per week or receive $1,000. As Jon Lemon, principal industry consultant at SAS told the [...]

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January serves as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month, culminating in the annual observation of National Freedom Day on February 1. For many, this month presents an opportunity to refocus efforts to slow, and ultimately stop, human trafficking around the globe, but especially here in the United States. The [...]

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