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TRAI’s ruling on differential pricing for data services will ban Facebook’s Free Basics and internet.org
TRAI has ruled against differential pricing for data services in a major support to Net Neutrality. The TRAI ruling can be seen as a blow to Facebook’s Free Basics, Airtel Zero and other similar data services which offered access to some websites and content for free, while the TSP would continue charging for others which were not included in the program.
Here are the impor

Apple had not mentioned the amount of investment and number of stores it wants to open. (AP Photo) Apple, the maker of popular iPad and iPhone devices, will have to submit a fresh application for opening single brand retail stores in the country, as certain gaps have been found in the initial proposal.
The Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) has explained the gaps to the company and wants them to submit a fresh application, seeking more information on their proposal for further

TRAI rules against differential pricing of internet services which could be seen as a direct blow to Facebook’s Free Basics
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Monday ruled against differential pricing for Internet services, in a major setback to Facebook Inc’s plan to roll out free Internet to the masses in Asia’s third-largest economy. It ruled that no service provider shall offer or charge discriminatory tariffs for data services offered based on content. Th

TRAI rules against differential pricing of internet services which could be seen as a direct blow to Facebook’s Free Basics
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Monday ruled against differential pricing for Internet services, in a major setback to Facebook Inc’s plan to roll out free Internet to the masses in Asia’s third-largest economy. It ruled that no service provider shall offer or charge discriminatory tariffs for data services offered based on content.
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has put a blanket ban under its ‘Prohibition of Discriminatory Tariffs for Data Services Regulations, 2016. (Reuters) Social media giant Facebook today expressed disappointment over telecom regulator Trai’s decision not to allow differential pricing of data, saying it adversely impacts its free internet platform Free Basics.
“Our goal with Free Basics is to bring more people online with an open, non-exclusive and free platform.

TRAI’s ruling on differential pricing for data services will Facebook’s Free Basics and internet.org
TRAI has ruled against differential pricing for data services in a major support to Net Neutrality. The TRAI ruling can be seen as a blow to Facebook’s Free Basics, Airtel Zero and other similar data services.
Here are the important takeaways based on TRAI’s order which can be accessed here
1. TRAI has ruled that no service provider shall offer or allow discriminatory pri

TRAI rules against differential pricing of internet services which could be seen as a direct blow to Facebook’s Free Basics
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Monday ruled against differential pricing for Internet services, in a major setback to Facebook Inc’s plan to roll out free Internet to the masses in Asia’s third-largest economy. It ruled that no service provider shall offer or charge discriminatory tariffs for data services offered based on content.
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Asus Cerberus gaming keyboard features LED backlit and has dedicated macro keys
Asus has launched three new gaming-centric PC accessories in India. The gaming accessories include Cerberus Gaming Keyboard, Gaming Mouse and Gaming Mouse Pad.
The Asus Cerberus Gaming Keyboard is an LED backlit USB keyboard with a tough and splash-proof design. It features 12 macro keys with rubberized feet for maximum grip.Asus Cerberus gaming mousepad acts an add-on accessory for cerberus gaming mouse
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Lenovo Yoga 900 is the world’s thinnest and lightest 13-inch convertible laptop
Lenovo has officially launched the Yoga 900 laptop and Yoga Tab 3 Pro in India. The Yoga 900 is the thinnest and lightest convertible laptop available in the market right now.
The Lenovo Yoga 900 is thin and light but is equally powerful too. The Lenovo Yoga 900 comes with 6th gen Intel Core i7 processor coupled with 8GB RAM. Lenovo says it doesn’t see any market for this laptop with Core i5 processor.De

TRAI rules against differential pricing of internet services which could be seen as a direct blow to Facebook’s Free Basics
India’s telecom regulator on Monday ruled against differential pricing for Internet services, in a setback to Facebook Inc’s plan to roll out free Internet to the masses in Asia’s third-largest economy. It ruled that no service provider shall offer or charge discriminatory tariffs for data services offered based on content.
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Lenovo Yoga 900 is the world’s thinnest and lightest 13-inch convertible laptop
Lenovo has officially launched the Yoga 900 laptop and Yoga Tab 3 Pro in India. The Yoga 900 is the thinnest and lightest convertible laptop available in the market right now.
The Lenovo Yoga 900 is thin and light but is equally powerful too. The Lenovo Yoga 900 comes with 6th gen Intel Core i7 processor coupled with 8GB RAM. Lenovo says it doesn’t see any market for this laptop with Core i5 processor.De

Driven by positive response, Chinese device-maker OPPO Mobiles has started selling its mobile photography-focused devices OPPO F1 priced at Rs 15,990 in Delhi, with Bollywood and Telugu film actress Rhea Chakraborty becoming the first customer to own the “selfie expert”.
“I am so thrilled at being the first one to be able to use the ‘selfie expert’ OPPO F1. I love taking selfies and am sure that my new phone will help me take the best selfies every time I want to,&r

Maharashtra has emerged as the top ranking state in terms of overall Internet readiness index in India, followed by Karnataka, Gujarat, Telangana and Tamil Nadu, according to a report unveiled here on Monday.
The report, Index of Internet Readiness of Indian States’, was published by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and Indicus Analytics.
Internet readiness index is a composite index on components like e-infrastructure index, e-participation index, IT-services and e-gov

The phone is available in Blue Lagoon and White Birch colour options. (Source: Website) HTC Desire 626 Dual SIM smartphone priced at Rs 14,990 with 4G has been launched in India. The Desire 626 Dual SIM features a 5-inch HD display (720 x 1280p).Here are 5 thing s to know about the smartphone:
1. HTC Desire 626 Dual SIM is powered by 1.7 GHz Octa-Core processor coupled with 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM, expandable up to 32GB via microSD card.
2. HTC Desire 626 Dual SIM runs on Android with HTC Sense
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Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal said the company hit operational break-even in India, the UAE, Indonesia and three other markets in the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Restaurant search and food delivery service Zomato, one of only a handful of Indian start-ups to succeed abroad, said on Monday it had broken even in key markets including India and is on track to make a profit as early as June next year.
The result comes as Zomato seeks $200 million in funding, a source close to the group

Ratan Tata with Rahul Garg, Founder and CEO, Moglix
E-commerce company Moglix has announced an undisclosed financial investment in the company by industrialist Ratan Tata. Tata has already made investments in many e-commerce and new-age technology enabled companies.
Moglix specialises in B2B procurement of industrial products like MROs, Fasteners and industrial electricals with manufacturers across India, China and other Asian countries as partners.
Founded in August 2015 by former Google emplo