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IIT-Kharagpur invents microneedle for painless shot

All it took for inspiration to develop a painless injection was a mosquito bite. Yes, a mosquito uses a unique method to deliver a painless bite and researchers at IIT Kharagpur wondered if they could make an injection that mimicked the mechanical action involved. While most of us think that a mosquito bite hurts, in reality, the irritation is due to chemicals in its saliva. After three years of research, IIT-Kgp, along with the Tokai University of Japan, has invented this novel injection that uses a microneedle to extract blood or deliver drug painlessly by using the same suction-based pressure that a female mosquito uses to suck blood. The diameter of the needle is just 30 micro metre. Besides others, this injection will especially benefit diabetes mellitus patients as blood tests are critical for its diagnosis and management. These patients have to check their blood gl...
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Apple developing own search engine to challenge Google

Apple might be working on launching its own search engine and according to reports there are several clues online that support the possibility including job announcements for search engineers. Apple is looking to create its Spotlight Search to take on Google Search with iOS 14 beta. Google is undoubtedly the most popular search engine in the world. It is the most preferred search engine not only for Android users but also for users from Apple's ecosystem. In fact, Google pays Apple billions of dollars to remain the default search engine on the Safari browser across all the hardware products from Apple. However, there is a good chance that this may not be the case in the future. According to a report by Coywolf, Apple could be working on launching its own search engine some time in the future. The report cites several indicators that Apple is working on its own search ...

Everything on Netflix in one second can download using the world fastest internet speed of 178 Tbps

Researchers at the University College London have set a new world record for the fastest internet in the world at 178 terabits per second or 178,000 Gbps In order to get such insane speeds, UCL researchers have applied a higher range of wavelengths instead of the standard fibre optic ones as well as used newer amplifier technology to boost the signal farther while amplifying it massively. As of now, the infrastructure uses a bandwidth of 4.5THz and 9THz commercial bandwidth has just surfaced in some markets. However, this super-fast internet uses a 16.8THz bandwidth for achieving the 178 terabit speed. Just in May, world experienced the fastest internet speeds in Australia at 44.2Tbps, however, this new technology has a considerable advantage. Surprised to know that according to UCL, upgrading amplifiers would only cost a fraction of what it cost...

Microsoft will stop supporting Internet Explorer 11 from 17th August 2021

Microsoft will end support for Internet Explorer 11 across its Microsoft 365 apps and services next year. In exactly a year, on August 17th, 2021, Internet Explorer 11 will no longer be supported for Microsoft’s online services like Office 365, OneDrive, Outlook, and more. Microsoft is also ending support for Internet Explorer 11 with the Microsoft Teams web app later this year, with support ending on November 30th. Microsoft is hoping that the new Internet Explorer legacy mode in the Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser will help. It will continue to let businesses access old sites that were specifically built for Internet Explorer, until Microsoft fully drops support for Internet Explorer 11 within Windows 10. Microsoft’s move to stop supporting Internet Explorer 11 with its main web properties is a good first step, though. While it’s still going to ...

How to use WhatsApp using landline number

Do you know that you can also use your landline number to send and receive messages using WhatsApp? A special version of WhatsApp (WhatsApp Business) can be used to send and receive messages using your landline number. WhatsApp Business WhatsApp Business is a special version of WhatsApp that is aimed at helping small businesses reach out to their customers and answer their queries using its platform. Best part is that you don't have to share your mobile number with strangers, if you don't want to. How to verify your WhatsApp Business number Requirements: You can only verify a phone number that you own. You can either use a mobile phone or a landline (fixed) number. You must be able to receive phone calls or SMS to the phone number you're trying to verify. You must have all call-blocking settings, apps, or task-k...

Life Insurance

What is Life Insurance (LI)? Life Insurance is a mutual arrangement between the Insurance company and a policyholder, which guarantees of compensation in the unfortunate event of the policy holder's demise in return for payment of a specified premium. In case of the unfortunate event nominee will receives the specified sum from the insurer, otherwise policy holder will receive. Why to invest in Life Insurance (LI)? Your loved ones is taken care of in case of any unfortunate event. Financial security enables Your loved ones to continue with life. What is the return expected in Life Insurance (LI)? 4-6% (Guaranteed) What is the claims paid ratio in Life Insurance (LI)? Upto 98% About Life Insurance (LI) Criteria Value Interest ...

Employee Provident Fund (EPF) / Provident Fund (PF)

What is Employee Provident Fund (EPF) / Provident Fund (PF)? Employee Provident Fund (EPF) and Provident Fund is same. Employee Provident Fund (EPF) is a retirement benefit scheme available to all salaried employees. The EPF scheme promoting savings to be used post retirement by employees. This fund is maintained and overseen by the Employees Provident Fund Organisation of India (EPFO). Any organization employing a minimum of 20 workers is liable to give EPF benefits to the workers. Why to invest in Employee Provident Fund (EPF) / Provident Fund (PF)? The principal and interest in the EPF/PF account are guaranteed by the Government. Equal contributions from employer also add's up the investment amount. 8.33% from employer's contributions is diverted to your EPS (Employee’s Pension Scheme).A retired person gets the lump sum EPS money along with PF. Wha...

Tax Saving Investment Options Under Section 80C

Are you looking for the tax saving options under 80C?! Visually you want to understand?! You are in the right place. I have given the top possible options with maximum details; Equity Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS) Public Provident Fund (PPF) Fixed Deposits (FD) National Savings Certificate (NSC) National Pension Scheme (NPS) Sukanya Samriddhi Account (SSA) Employee Provident Fund (EPF) / Provident Fund (PF) Life Insurance (LI) Equity Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS) Public Provident Fund (PPF) Fixed Deposits (FD) National Savings Certificate (NSC) National Pension Scheme (NPS) Sukanya Samriddhi Account (SSA) Employee Provident Fund (EPF) / Provident Fund (PF) Life Insurance (LI) ...