The Election Commission has released the absolute number of voters in each constituency for the ongoing phases of the election. This information will help in assessing the voter turnout and understanding the overall participation of voters in the democratic process. Read more to get detailed insights into the voter numbers.
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Tech giant Google and Indian internet companies have reached a four-month extension in the timeline for payment of service fees. This development comes after an acrimonious dispute over Google’s billing policies, which led to the intervention of the Indian IT ministry. Previously delisted apps by Indian startups have been restored with in-app billing options, and a 120-day period has been agreed upon to find a non-monopolistic solution that is beneficial for Indian startups and the digital economy.
Indian internet firms are calling for a strategic response from the government as their fight against Google over app delisting continues. While some apps have started complying with Google’s billing policies, the fight is far from over. The Centre has stepped in to resolve the situation, with IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw scheduled to meet both parties. The final decision is expected to come from the Supreme Court after its hearing on March 19.
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Minnesota has revealed a new state flag to replace a design that was criticized for its perceived offensiveness to Native Americans. The proposed flag, featuring a white eight-pointed star against a dark blue background shaped like the state, pays homage to Minnesota’s motto, ‘Star of the North.’ The current flag, dating back to 1957, has faced controversy due to its depiction of a horse-mounted Native American moving away from a farmer with a plough and a rifle.
European regulators have expressed concerns that Amazon’s proposed acquisition of iRobot may harm competition. The European Commission believes that the buyout may hinder iRobot’s rivals from effectively competing on Amazon’s marketplace, particularly in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. They also believe that Amazon may engage in anti-competitive practices by limiting visibility and raising costs for iRobot’s rivals. The commission has until February 14th to make a final decision on the deal. Amazon’s acquisition of iRobot was announced last year for $1.7 billion.
