Former Indian captain and BCCI board president Sourav Ganguly has been admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata today afternoon. He was rushed to the hospital after experiencing discomfort in his chest while at the gym in his house.
Ganguly was admitted to the emergency ward. He has undergone Angioplasty. Dr. Aftab Khan is in charge of Sourav. After the angioplasty he told the reporters, “Sourav Ganguly has undergone angioplasty. He is stable now. He will be monitored for 24 hours. He is completely conscious. There are two blockages in his heart for which he will be treated. As of now, he is stable, we will have a meeting on Monday, and then we will decide what needs to be done further, priority is to let him settle down after a heart attack. He is risk-free and he is talking as well.”
Sourav Ganguly has undergone angioplasty. He is stable now. He will be monitored for 24 hours. He is completely conscious. There are two blockages in his heart for which he will be treated: Dr Aftab Khan, Woodlands Hospital, Kolkata. pic.twitter.com/ackcaGwJKu
A medical bulletin has also been issued by the hospital. The bulletin read, “Sourav Ganguly suffered from chest discomfort while doing tread mill at his home gym. He had family history of IHD OE Ischemic heart disease. When he came to the hospital at 1pm, his pulse was 70/min, BP 130/80 mm of Hg and other clinical parameters were within normal limits. His ECG showed hyper acute ST segment elevation in inferior leads and lateral leads.”
Former Indian cricketers Sachin Tendulkar, Harbhajan Singh, and many more have prayed for the speedy recovery of Sourav Ganguly. Fans are also hoping the same for their beloved ‘Dada’.
Indian Super League is in full swing since 20th November. Each team has played 8 matches on average with ATK Mohun Bagan leading the race till now. ATKMB are the new entity after 3 times ISL champions ATK merged with Mohun Bagan.
ATK Mohun Bagan is followed by Mumbai City along with Goa and Jamshedpur to make the top 4. The top 4 teams will qualify for the playoffs. While another new side SC East Bengal has been languishing at the bottom of the table.
Initially, ISL announced the first 11 round of matches, now they have officially confirmed the rest of the 11 rounds of fixtures.
The ISL matches are being played behind closed doors in Goa at three venues – Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda; GMC Athletic Stadium, Bambolim and Tilak Maidan Stadium, Vasco.
The much anticipated first Kolkata Derby of ISL history on 27th November ended with ATKMB winning it by 2-0. The SC East Bengal fans are waiting for the second Kolkata derby in order to get their revenge.
The Indian Super League has now announced that the second Kolkata derby of the ISL 2020-21 season will be played on 19th February at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
The final league game of the season will see ATK Mohun Bagan playing against Mumbai City FC on 28th February.
The top 4 teams of the league stage will qualify for the playoffs and compete in the semi-finals and the final. The schedule and venue for the playoffs and the final will be announced later on.
Xiaomi has earlier launched a smartphone, named Mi MIX Alpha that shook the whole smartphone world with its surrounded display design. This was not a regular call from Xiaomi to hit a mass-production of this device, it was just a concept then. It was reported as well that Xiaomi is looking to sell a limited quantity of smartphones in China.
Recently, Xiaomi has come up with a new patent that shows a similar smartphone like the Mi MIX Alpha with a surrounded display. But this time, it is expected to feature pop-up cameras. Let’s find out more about this. Xiaomi has shared 16 sketches of the upcoming smartphone with its detailed design. Those images belong to a patent that was applied by Xiaomi back in April this year and got published on December 18, 2020.
First Design | Credit: LETSGODIGITAL
Recently, Xiaomi has shared patents regarding its upcoming surrounded display smartphones, showing that there will be two upcoming smartphones from Xiaomi to feature surrounded displays. Let’s talk about the design of those two smartphones one by one.
As per the first sketch, that phone’s display wraps around from top to bottom, giving it an elliptical shape. It looks different from what we’ve found on the Mi MIX Alpha (side to side design). This phone will feature two separate screens on either side holding a horizontal quad-rear camera setup on the rear side supported by a dual-LED flash and there is a microphone as well.
Second Design | Credit: LETSGODIGITAL
The second design looks more rounded than the first one. The camera module looks different as well, as it includes a triple rear camera setup with no LED flash or microphone. For having the elliptical design, the first smartphone looks slimmer than the second one.
A few months ago, Huawei had announced the Kirin 9000 chipset, which comes in two variants: Kirin 9000 and Kirin 9000E. This chipset has only been used in the Mate 40 series. Recently, another leak has popped up regarding the next flagship chipset from Huawei and it is said to be the Kirin 9010. The most important thing that we’ve come to know regarding the chipset is that it will be a 3nm chipset. So, from the 5nm processor of the Kirin 9000 to the 3nm processor of the upcoming Kirin 9010 is definitely a big improvement.
After the announcement of the Kirin 9000 chipset from Huawei, Samsung launched its Exynos 1080 processor so Qualcomm launched the Snapdragon 888 chipset. But one common thing between them is all of them stick to the 5nm process. That’s why Huawei is about to release its next Kirin 9010 chipset with a 3nm process to get a good response from the market and like its predecessor, it will possibly be appeared in the Mate 50 series by the fourth quarter of 2021.
Apart from Huawei, there are other chipset manufacturers all over the world who are about to manufacture chipsets based on the 3nm process. As per some reports, Qualcomm is about to announce the elder sibling of its SD 888 chipset, named Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+, which should be a 5nm processor with a higher clock speed. On the other hand, Samsung has been reported to launch a chipset of a 3nm process in 2021.
With CES 2021 approaching faster, Nvidia seems to be releasing the GeForce RTX 30 series desktop cards one after another. We already know that the green team has four graphics inline belonging to the RTX 30 family.
But recent rumors indicate that a less expensive version is the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which will be priced at $399 is also on the verge of being launched. Not only that but also, Lenovo has confirmed that three more cards will be launched which belongs to Nvidia’s RTX 30 line-up.
We already know that NVIDIA has released the GeForce RTX 3080 on September 17 and then on September 24, it released the GeForce RTX 3090. A month later it released the GeForce RTX 3070, then finally came to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti earlier on December 2.
Lenovo revealed some specific models on a support page for an upcoming Legion R5 28IMB05 desktop. And it reveals some juicy details.
The image above reveals three unannounced Ampere desktop graphics cards. They include the GeForce RTX 3060 (non-Ti model), GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, and GeForce RTX 3050. According to sources, the GeForce RTX 3060 will feature 12GB of GDDR6 memory. But it will include a narrower memory bus (192-bit versus 256-bit), fewer CUDA cores (3,840 versus 4,864), fewer RT cores (30 versus 38), and fewer TMUs (120 versus 152).
On Lenovo’s support page the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti is shown to have 6GB of GDDR6 memory. And is expected to arrive with a 192-bit memory bus, 3,584 CUDA cores, 28 RT cores, and 112 TMUs. The GeForce RTX 3050 on the other hand will come with 4GB of GDDR6 memory and is expected to arrive with a 128-bit memory bus, 2,304 CUDA cores, 18 RT cores, and 72 TMUs.
With the January transfer window now open, players who have 6 months remaining on their contracts are now allowed to negotiate with other clubs regarding a pre-contract agreement that will allow the players to join for free when their contract expires.
Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos and Luka Modric find themselves in that very situation, but their loyalty to the club is something that the management are counting on.
Speaking on the situation on the Here We Go podcast on Patreon, Fabrizio Romano and Francesco Porzio said that Madrid will be waiting to settle the contract situation with both Modric and Ramos.
The Croatian has accepted a one year deal with Madrid that will extend his stay at the club till the end of the 2022 season. He has made no secret of his desire to possibly retire at Real Madrid and being 36 when the next season ends, the player will have the chance to do just that should he feel like calling it a day.
Ramos, on the other hand, has been persistent on his demands for a two year deal. The Madrid skipper has been offered only a one year extension by the club, with the same salary that he is being paid in his current club.
According to the Italian journalists, somebody is going to have to change their stance on the contractual situation. As of right now, no one is willing to compromise just yet.
Samsung is about to launch the Galaxy Buds Pro earbuds this month along with its Galaxy S21 series. As of now, Samsung has not confirmed the exact launch date of that device, but the Korean conglomerate has recently confirmed the Galaxy Buds Pro moniker on Samsung Canada’s website. This upcoming audio device will reach with the model number SM-R190.
Coming to its design, it is something different compared to the design of the Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Buds+. A pretty good quality silicone tips are there for a good fit in a rounded body. At the top, we can see a microphone and a grill is there at the bottom of each earbud. Samsung has claimed that this device will feature active noise cancellation. Now, coming to the design of the case, it is a pill-shaped case, similar to the Galaxy Buds Live. An LED light is there that will work as a charging indicator. This device supports USB-C and wireless charging.
After the design, let’s talk about the battery. As per the FCC listing of this device, the case of the upcoming Galaxy Buds Pro is fueled up by a 500mAH battery. Compared to the 270mAH battery capacity of the Galaxy Buds+ case, it is definitely an improvement with a 500mAH battery. You can extend your playback time by charging the earbuds by their case. As per the availability, this audio product will get launched along with the S21 series, probably this month.
As per some earlier reports, the upcoming Galaxy Buds Pro will be available in three different color variants: Silver, Violet, and Black. This audio product will feature active noise cancelation technology and for water resistance, it has an IPX7 rating. This product is expected to be priced at $199 in the US and €229 in Europe.
Apple has been continuously innovating in the year 2020, as it happens the company has prepared more surprises which it plans to launch in the year 2021. Reports indicate that the company has patented a new type of Mac keyboard.
Sources report that the US Patent & Trademark Office has granted Apple a patent for a “reconfigurable” Mac keyboard. The keyboard is built with a small display for each key, allowing the keyboard to show different characters according to the user’s preferences.
Although the idea is much similar to that of a touch bar, reports indicate that the keyboard has more to it than what meets the eye. The physical keys of the keyboard are present, but the keyboard contains a super small display for each key instead of regular engraved labels.
The user may, for example, desire to switch a keyboard between a first format (e.g., an English-language format) and a second format (e.g., a Greek-language format). In response to user input to switch the keyboard, control circuitry in an electronic device can adjust the key labels being displayed by the key displays from English letters to Greek letters, thereby switching the keyboard from the first format to the second format.
The purpose of the display to make the user adjust the keyboard according to their usage. Like different users prefer different keyboard layouts based on their purpose. such as a specific layout for games, programming, or video editing. Apple could also create a single keyboard model to be used worldwide as the keys of this new keyboard would be able to show different characters based on users’ settings.
Whether you are a working professional or a student, one thing which is desired by everyone in their smartphone is long battery life. A few days back, we presented you with 5 ways to increase the battery life of your smartphone. You can read that here. Today, we are going to present 10 smartphones in India which have the best battery life.
1. Samsung Galaxy M51
If your requirement is only a long battery life smartphone, your search should end at Samsun Galaxy M51. It is the best battery smartphone coming with a 7,000mAh battery and 25W fast charging. On just a single charge, the smartphone can last up to two days easily. It is priced at Rs 24,999.
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2. Realme Narzo 20
This Realme’s device is supported with a robust 6000mAh battery and is paired with 18W fast charging. The display size of the device is 6.5 inches and run by MediaTek Helio G85 SoC. It is priced at Rs 10,499
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3. Samsung Galaxy F41
Even if you use this device for gaming and video purposes, it will remain alive for more than a day at least. It has a massive 6,000 mAh battery which is supported by 15W fast charging support. It is priced at Rs 15,499.
Poco X3 comes with a strong non-removable Li-Po 6000 mAh Battery and can easily last for more than a day on a single charge. Its display size is 6.67 inches and comes for Rs 16,999.
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5. Samsung Galaxy M31 Prime
We need to applaud Samsung’s dominance here. Three of the five smartphones belong to Samsung. Galaxy M31 Prime also comes with a non-removable Li-Ion 6000 mAh battery. The cost of this device is Rs 17,489.
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6. Realme C15
Realme C15 is yet another smartphone with a long list of smartphones powered by a 6,000mAh battery. It is paired with an 18W fast charger and is available at just Rs 9,999. A smartphone to look at if your budget is Rs 10,000.
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7. Asus ROG Phone 3
This Asus device is especially for those who play a lot of games on their device. Two basic requirements for these gaming phones are robust SoC and healthy battery life. Asus ROG Phone 3 is powered by 6,000 mAh battery with 30W fast charging support. Due to other heavy specifications, it comes at an expensive rate of Rs 46,999.
This smartphone was launched in June 2020 with a robust non-removable Li-Po 6000 mAh battery. It is supported with an 18W fast-charger. It is the second smartphone on our list which cost just Rs 9,999.
Realme 7 comes with a promise to charge the battery of the smartphone fully in just one hour. It has a 5,000 mAh battery with 30W charging support. The price of this device is Rs 14,999.
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10. Samsung Galaxy M31
Last but not the least, Galaxy M31 features a 6000mAh battery power with 15W fast charging support. A perfect end to a list that is dominated by Samsung. You can buy this device for just Rs 15,499.
Earlier this week it was confirmed by Transport Minister of India, Nitin Gadkari, that US clean energy and electric vehicle company Tesla will “start operations” in India in early 2021. He was optimistic about India becoming the global hub of the automobile industry within five years.
So how does Tesla’s entry into India help the automobile industry of the country? And how sure are we that Tesla will be a success in India?
Government initiatives
Image: The Economic Times
One of the most tangible signs of Tesla’s imminent successful expansion to India is the government’s favorable EV regulations and policy initiatives rolled out in recent times.
The Indian government recently unveiled significant income tax rebates for consumers who buy Electric Vehicles, providing a monetary nudge towards EV adoption. The government slashed the GST rate on electric vehicles from 12% to 5%, and in another landmark move, Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India Phase II, or FAME India Phase II, was approved by the government. FAME India Phase II has received an allocation of Rs.100 billion ($1.4 billion) for a period of three years, including a proposal of setting up 2,700 charging stations across the country by 2022.
A NITI Aayog report provides a 15-year roadmap for electrification of vehicles in the country which could save India a staggering $60 billion in energy costs and one gigaton of carbon emissions by 2030.
These policy moves suggest the government is “supportive and anxious to bring Tesla to India,” said, Dan Ives, managing director at Wedbush Securities, according to CNBC.
Manufacturing has been noted to be a huge priority for national and state EV policies and both the private and government players want to support India’s auto manufacturing market as the world shifts to EVs.
“Both national and state governments are eager to attract international EV auto companies,” said Anjali Jaiswal, senior director of the international program, India Team, at Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). “In the latest round of policies and in light of the Covid-19 economic downturn, state and national governments are working hard on favorable policies for international EV companies, such as Tesla, while protecting local jobs and sourcing requirements remain a major focus,” she added.
The Government will give their blessings but will the people?
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MNCs in India are provided with two choices — dance to the tune of Indian habits or go back. Be it McAloo Tikki and Chicken burgers at the world-famous McDonald’s or the full-crusted pizzas at local joints. Recall any ad for tyres, extra grip is the one common promise you’ll see in those commercials — India’s roads are pot-holed, congested, and unruly that promise to surprise you every mile of the way. Tesla will have to go through some serious ‘Indianisation’ to prove its worth to the Indian citizens on our rough roads. The EV manufacturer will have to turn its cars into rugged monsters to survive here or meet the fate of earlier international hits like Uno by Fiat, a globally successful car that flopped in India since it was too low-floored for our bumpy roads.
Tokyo-based Atsushi Kawahashi, senior director, automotive, at J.D. Power, said balancing optimism about Tesla’s India prospects while tempering expectations is key. “While Tesla is likely to have a huge appeal among Indian car buyers, it will be up against formidable challenges,” he said. “The Indian car market is extremely price and value-conscious, with about 70% of the sales below Rs. 1 million (about $14,000).”
Given Tesla’s current product range, it is likely to enter the premium segment — Model 3 sells for around $40,000 in China — to be successful in India the prices will have to be cut down to at least in the $25,000 range.
How could this be a win-win for the Indian market as well as Tesla?
India’s potential as a lucrative market for Electric vehicles is undeniable and the country represents a big opportunity for Tesla, just how big is difficult to determine.
“India will be as big as China, and maybe even bigger as there are no trade or geopolitical conflicts impacting the background,” said Craig Irwin, an analyst at Roth Capital.
Ives said Musk has had a few false starts in the past but contends India is and will remain a high priority for Tesla and its CEO in the coming years. “The demand picture has changed and now with Giga 3 build-out in China, Berlin, and Austin, India is next,” he said, pointing to EV demand and the population growth in India as indicative of a massive market.
In five years India will represent 10% of the overall demand for Tesla, according to Ives’ projections.
What Vivek Wadhwa, a distinguished fellow at Harvard Law School’s Labor and Worklife Program, pointed out also considerably increases India’s relative attractiveness. The uncertainty posed by the ongoing U.S.-China trade spat and China’s questionable intellectual property regime.
“I am sure Elon [Musk] is worried about the tensions between the U.S. and Chinese government,” Wadhwa said. “Tesla could be kicked out at a moment’s notice. The Chinese government would not hesitate to do this once it has stolen whatever technology it needs from Tesla.”
India on the other side has bilateral agreements with many of the countries that Tesla plans on expanding next, and, therefore, could become a production hub. “They [Tesla] are in a strong position as right now in the EV market it’s Tesla’s world and everyone else is paying rent,” Ives said.
But with a large production base in the neighborhood in China, does Tesla plan on manufacturing in India? Or importing from China? A great deal of Tesla’s India story could be driven by its decision here.
Tesla Factory in China. Image: Clean Technica
Wadhwa said Musk could choose to import, but it would be a mistake. “I don’t think he understands geopolitics,” he said. “A better strategy would be to import the required components and build an assembly plant in India.”
That’s because it would get Musk tremendous support from the Indian government, and also help transform the Indian automobile industry from within and with closer detail. “Otherwise, he may end up getting frustrated by the bureaucracy,” Wadhwa said.
According to a Bloomberg report, India sold only a little more than 8,000 units in 6 years, China sells more than that in two days. However, the Indian automobile industry is going to undergo a huge turnover for the good if everything falls into place for Tesla in the country. With fuel prices soaring high, Indian consumers will now be on the lookout for other options, and there’s no better option than Electric Vehicles, which will also help the environment of our populated country.
