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If you ever, for that tiny fraction of a second, come across a situation where you broke your iPhone or MacBook, Apple has you covered. In place of sending your device for repair, Apple has a provision of Self Service Repair that allows the user to follow certain steps and get their device fixed. But there might be some issues with fixing your iPad (and perhaps cutting some corners).

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National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), has partnered with Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM-R) to introduce livelihood opportunities for janjati regions through skill-based interventions within geographies and promote their holistic development at the grassroot level, according to an official release. 

Once a quaint town known for its peaceful charm, Panchkula is witnessing a remarkable transformation in its real estate landscape. Property prices in this serene region are soaring, as homebuyers flock to embrace the beauty and tranquility that Panchkula has to offer. Many developers including DLF and the Motia Group, to name a few, have witnessed significant appreciation in prices for their projects.

Section 80C Deduction Limit: There is no proposal under consideration to increase the exemption limit under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act 1961, according to the Finance Ministry.

₹103 per equity share and the share will be listed on the NSE SME exchange Wednesday, 9 August. Zeal Global Services IPO plans to raise ₹36.46 crore. The company plans to use the issue's proceeds to pay for the following things: working capital needs, investments in subsidiaries for company growth, partial debt repayment, general corporate purposes, and issue expenditures.

New Delhi: Bharti Airtel, India’s second largest telecommunications service provider, has launched Airtel IQ Reach, a first-of-its-kind self-serve marketing communications platform, which will enable brands or companies to drive targeted customer engagements through personalized communications. Airtel IQ Reach is an intuitive platform that will enable small and medium businesses to make the most of their marketing investments as they engage with target customers in a cost-effective manner with prepaid pay-as-you-go plans, the company said on Tuesday.

New Delhi: In a significant move towards promoting inclusivity and transparency, the COP28 Presidency and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) have officially signed the host country agreement during a meeting in Abu Dhabi. “The COP28 presidency and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) have officially signed the host country agreement, strengthening their joint commitment to inclusivity and transparency at COP28 that fosters solidarity and transformative progress across the climate agenda," the company said in a press release.

AI (GenAI) in their strategies. As per a ToI report, companies are already integrating GenAI to expedite code generation, optimize labor-intensive tasks, and facilitate system integration. However, analysts anticipate that widespread enterprise adoption of GenAI is still a few quarters away.

drones starting Tuesday, the first regular postal service by the aerial devices in the UK. Letters and packages will be transported from Royal Mail's Kirkwall delivery office to Stromness, where the drone deliveries will bring them to staff on Graemsay and Hoy for postal workers to carry out their usual delivery routes.

The price of Dogecoin (DOGE) has dropped by 2.5% in the past 24 hours, slipping to $0.076938 as the cryptocurrency market as a whole declines by 1%.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023, where LG TVs are up for grabs at astonishing discounts of up to 50% off. As part of the much-anticipated Amazon Freedom Sale, which is set to take place from 4th to 8th August, this event promises unbeatable savings and incredible deals on a wide range of products. But the excitement doesn't stop there – if you're an SBI credit card holder, you're in for an additional treat! Avail an instant discount of 10% on your credit card purchases during the festival, allowing you to bag even greater savings. Whether you've been eyeing that sleek OLED or a high-end LED TV, this Amazon Sale is the perfect time to splurge and elevate your viewing experience to new heights. Don't miss out on this golden opportunity to bring home your dream LG TV at an unbeatable price.

RPF constable Chetan Singh could escape conviction, and instead, his superiors and colleagues could face prosecution for allowing Singh to carry arms even after knowing his mental condition. As per a ToI report, if the claim made by RPF constable Chetan Singh's family about his mental health issue and ongoing treatment for the last six months is true, it could be used as his defence during the trial.

I have been investing varying amounts in seven different mutual fund schemes. Here are the details of my investments:Quant Tax Plan: Rs. 3500 per month Quant Small Cap Fund: Rs 2500 per monthMirae Asset Tax Saver Fund: Rs 2000 per month UTI Small Cap Fund: Rs 2000 per month Axis Small Cap Fund: Rs 1000 per monthAxis Long Term Equity Fund :Rs 500 per month Tata Small Cap Fund: Rs 1000 per month (started this month) Do I need to modify any of these investments? If yes, what adjustments would you suggest? Also, I'm looking to increase my SIP contribution by Rs 2,000 per month. Given my current portfolio and your understanding of the market, could you provide some suggestions on where this additional investment should be allocated? --Raghav Kapoor You are investing in three tax saving schemes and four small cap schemes. Investing a small amount in too many schemes doesn’t offer you the benefits of optimal diversification or maximise returns. Adding too many schemes often results in duplication of portfolios and over diversification. It also dilutes the overall returns.

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The Terra Luna Classic price has fallen below $0.00008 this morning after a 2% dip in the past 24 hours, with the altcoin also down by 3.5% in the last seven days and by 10% in the past fortnight.

₹10,000 crore. The phase mainly focuses on supporting electrification of public and shared transportation and aims to support through demand incentive 7,090 buses, 500,000 e-three-wheelers, 55,000 e-4 wheeler passenger cars and 1 million e-2 wheelers, along with the creation of charging infrastructure also supported under the scheme.

Reliance, HDFC Bank, TCS, and Infosys, among others offering low-risk and long-term growth investment options for investors. Hence, these funds are usually associated with lower risk than other types of equity funds. They provide stable returns over the long term.

Digital payment solutions provider FidyPay is gearing up to enable UPI (Unified Payments Interface) in all panchayats across the country by 15 August. The company's payment solutions are currently being deployed in over 500 government institutions, streamlining payment processes and improving efficiency in various key departments. «We are determined to help India leap forward into a digital future.