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RECORD DOWNLOAD FOR NEW MOZILLA FIREFOX
Mozilla launched new version of firefox, its free and open source web browser on Tuesday. And got a record download about 15 million download by Thursday. By this firefox has beaten the record of internet explorer 9 which is launched last week.
The new Mozilla firefox a lots of improvement than the previous versions. They improved privacy, security feature etc.
The new firefox promotes the capabilities of HTML 5, a web programming language that provides full interaction without the need of external plug-ins like adobe flash. These also help in hardware acceleration, which help the performance of graphics processor.
Mozilla also offering a new feature, Mozilla Sync, which allows people to automatically sync their bookmarks, open browser tabs and settings between multiple computers, mobile phones and Android-based tablet computers. The Mozilla Sync feature will not work with Apple’s iOS devices, which include the iPhone and iPad, because the browser is not available on Apple’s mobile platform.
The new Internet Explorer 9 do not support windows XP which is used by most people in India. It support only windows vista and windows 7.
Kochi IPL Team announced Federal Bank as their Principal Sponsor
Federal Bank which is the leading bank in Kerala is announced as the principal sponsor for Kochi IPL team known as Kochi Tuskers Kerala. The official agreement has been signed by Federal Banks Executive Director Mr. P.C. John and Kochi IPL team director Mr. Mehul Shah. Federal Banks Chief General Manager Mr. T.S. Jagadeesh, Chief of Public Relations Mr. Raju Hormis and the directors of Kochi IPL Team Mr. Vivek Venugopal and Mr. Saketh Mehtha were also present at the function. Kochi IPL team who had recently changed their name to Kochi Tuskers Kerala had announced that they are very satisfied with their relationship with Federal Bank. The team authorities announced that they had completed their theme song and ready for their first match. The function is been held at the Federal Bank corporate center at Aluva. Federal Bank announced that the tickets for the IPL matches will be available through the selected branches. The Bank is planning to introduce more innovative and fresh ideas for cricket fans in Kerala. Federal Bank is the leading private sector Bank in India with more than 700 branches and it is the largest traditional private sector bank in India. The bank is listed in London Stock Exchange and has tie-up with master card.
Jet Airways is planning to start more flights from Kerala to Middle East
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- Naresh Goyal
Mr. Naresh Goyal, Chairman of Jet Airways India had told on yesterday that they have plans to increase their flights from Kerala to Gulf countries. Jet Airways, the largest airline company in India is planning to make Cochin and Trivandrum as their major hubs in south India for their gulf flights, there by aiming 20 million customers in the Middle East. According to Mr. Naresh Goyal, Jet Airways can compete with any airline in terms of service. Apart from Gulf countries they are also planning to provide direct flights from USA and Europe to Kerala. This will be done by providing connection flights to passengers who are having direct flights to Mumbai from these countries. So they will be provided with the option to do their immigration clearance at Kerala. Jet Airways will also provide the facility of baggage service of these passengers to Kerala.
Mr. Naresh Goyal also commented on the increase of service tax for international passengers done in the union budget. He said that Federation of Indian Airlines (F.I.A) had sent their protest to the Union Minister of India Mr. Pranab Kumar Mukerji. As said by Mr. Naresh Goyal, the increased price in aviation fuel will make the airlines to increase their ticket rates which will eventually make the airlines loss.
New Chairman and Vice Chairman for CII Kerala
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- Jose Dominic
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- V.K.Mathews
Mr Jose Dominic is been appointed as the new chairman for Confederation of Indian Industries( C.I.I ) Kerala chapter who is also the current vice chairman of C.I.I. Mr V.K.Mathews is the new vice chairman. Mr Jose Domini is formerly the chairman of Cochin Chamber of Commerce and Tie Kerala. He is also the Kerala chapter. He is one of the leading investor of Tourism Sector in Kerala . He is also been working as consultant in some commercial and Industrial chapters and tourism committees.Mr V.K.Mathews is the Chairman and Chief Operating Officer of IBS Software Services Ltd. The Confederation of Indian Industry (C.I.I) is an independent agency to establish and sustain an environment for industry in India and also acts as an advisory body for industries and government agencies .It is established in year 1895 which was then known as EITA- Engineering and Iron Traders Association and is evolved in this form in 1992.
Fiat Punto Grande
The much-awaited premium hatchback found its way to Indian market. Fiat Punto Grande is the third generation of Punto family. Ever since its debut in Frankfurt Motor Show in 2005; it has been a well acclaimed vehicle winning several international awards including “Car of the year 2008 in Brazil. It shares its platform with Fiat’s successful sedan Linea. Punto Grande is available in three engine variants- 1.2L, 1172cc petrol engine, 1.4L, 1368cc FIRE(Fully Integrated Robotized Engine)and 1.3L 1248cc multiget turbo diesel engine.
Thanks to its design, the 1.2L petrol variant comes under “small car” as per government rules. Its 3987 cc length (13mm smaller than 4 meter) and 1.2L petrol engine (1.2L or less) let the car to get a 16% concession on excise duty. It is for sure cheaper than its 1.4L variant.
The diesel version of Punto Grande comes with 1.3L 1248cc multiget turbo diesel engine which is the same engine that moves Swift and Linea. The safety features of the vehicle include ABS (Antilock Breaking System)with EBD(Electronic Brake-force Distribution ), Airbags, central locking, child lock, seat belt warning, side impact beam etc.
Maruti Sx4 Diesel Unveiled
New Maruti SX4 Diesel variant Launched
- Maruti SX4
Maruti Suzuki CEO and director Shinko Nakashi unveiled their premium sedan SX4 diesel variant. Specially designed Super turbo DDIS engine will be the heart of Maruti SX4. The BSIV complaint engine will offer better fuel efficiency. The company claimed 21.5 Km mileage which will make the sedan the best choice among the rivals in this segment. The main competitors of the SX4 will be its own petrol variant, the Honda City, Fiat Linea, Ford Fiesta Hyundai Verna and the recently launched Volkswagen Vento. Its 15-16 inch tyre and its high ground clearance appear as though it is specially designed for Indian roads. But in fact SX4 is present in some of the European and North American car markets.
Its four cylinder 1300cc engine churns out 90PAS at 1750 RPM and would deliver maximum of 200NM torque. The vehicle is priced Rs. 7.91lakh in Kochi(VDi). ZDi leather upholstery model is also available which will price up to Rs. 8.80 in Kochi.
Maruti SX4 is equipped with a unique OBD 2(On Board Diagnostic) which will warn the user if there is any fault in pollution control system. Other safety options consist of ABS (anti lock braking system) with EBD, airbags etc.
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Easy ways for fast money
From where we will get the Money in an urgent situation?
Four easy ways for fast money
Even the smart investors fear the availability of money in their emergency time. How can you get fast money in your emergency time? There are many ways for fast money. This Article discusses the easy and fast money when you need.
Credit cards
Credit cards are the easy way to get money instantly when you want. If you have a credit card, just go to the ATM and take the money. You can get 40% to 100% of your credit limit. You can take loan from Rs 100. There will be a 2.5% transaction fee. You have to pay interest of 2 -3.5% in each month. There are no special terms for repayment.
Loan from provident fund
You can take loan from provident fund if you have no other way. Because it cannot be repayed. In this method you will get money within one month from application.
How much money you will get? – You may get the full amount in your provident fund in certain conditions.
Money for different purposes
1.To buy land
2.To buy house
3.For the maintenance work of the house.
4.For medical treatment.
5.For marriage purposes
6.For natural calamity
7.For handicapped people
Loan from fixed deposits
You can take money from your fixed deposits. You will get up to 90% of your fixed deposit amount. This facility is commonly given by the commercial banks to its customers. Interest will be just more than 2% of your fixed deposit. There is no other fee in this method. You can meet your needs through this method.
Loan from insurance policies
You will get fast and easy money from LIC policicies. Money will be got in both the endowment and and money back policies. You can get money upto 90% of your surrender value in the policies where you are paying premium without arrears.
How can you calculate the surrender value?
The number of years you paid the premium should be divided by the term of the insurance. The answer should be multiplied by the Sum assured, thus you will get the paid up value. If there is bonus, just add that to the paid up value.the answer should be multiplied by the surrender value factor, thus you will get the actual surrender value.
Interest and repayment?
9% of interest will be charged annually. You have to pay interest in each six month.
