Tag: UNC
Alibaba Launches India-specific Content Platform
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba on Wednesday announced the launch of an India-specific content platform -- We-Media Reward Plan 2 -- with an initial investment of Rs 5 crore, as part of its plan to invest Rs 200 crore over the next two years to drive content distribution in the country. ....
Maharashtra MLC Suspended For Remarks On Armymen's Wives
Buckling under pressure from both the opposition parties and ruling ally Shiv Sena, Maharashtra legislative council Chairman Ramraje Nimbalkar on Thursday suspended Independent member Prashant Paricharak for 18 months from the house for his objectionable remarks on wives of armymen during the civic poll campaign.....
Facebook Launches 'Messenger Day'
Facebook has launched "Messenger Day" that let users share with the public or a custom friend decorated photos and videos that disappear after 24 hours. ....
'Baahubali 2' Trailer To Be Launched On March 16
The much awaited theatrical trailer of S.S. Rajamouli's "Baahubali 2" will be released on March 16, the makers announced on Saturday.....
Rain Washes Out Final Day Of S. Africa-New Zealand Test
Rain played spoilsport as the first cricket Test between South Africa and New Zealand ended in a draw at the University Oval here on Sunday. ....
President Accepts Parrikar's Resignation, Jaitley Given Additional Charge Of Defence
The decks were cleared for Manohar Parrikar to take over as Goa Chief Minister with President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday accepting his resignation as Defence Minister and assigning additional charge of the ministry to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.....
Amazon Pantry Enters Chennai
Online market player Amazon on Monday announced the entry of Amazon Pantry -- its grocery and household service -- here.....
Uber Launches Selfie Powered Real-Time ID Check In India
For the security of both riders and drivers, cab-aggregator Uber has launched a Real-Time ID Check in India that prompts drivers to take a selfie before they accept rides. ....
Manohar Steps Down As ICC Chief
Shashank Manohar has stepped down as Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) citing personal reasons.....
New Manipur CM Assures Naga Blockade Will Be Lifted
Manipur's new Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Wednesday said his first priority is to get lifted the indefinite economic blockade of the state imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC). ....
