New Delhi, May 1 () German luxury car manufacturer Audi on Friday announced complimentary disinfection and general check-up of vehicles for the customers engaged in fighting the coronavirus pandemic from the front line.Audi customers who are leading the battle against COVID-19 from the front line can avail of a complimentary disinfection/cleaning of interiors, exterior cleaning and general check-up of their Audi, along with a courtesy car pick-up and drop, Audi India said in a statement.The offer is being made under the 'Salute to COVID-19 Warriors' initiative in gratitude of the services rendered by essential workers, it added."As we continue to battle this unprecedented crisis, we are pleased to announce that all Audi India dealerships across the country will prioritise vehicle servicing

By Gunjan Sharma New Delhi, May 1 () The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi, which has become the first academic institute to develop a COVID-19 testing method, is planning to give non-exclusive open licence to companies for commercialising the test but with a price rider. While over 40 companies have reached out to the premiere institute after it got an approval from the ICMR for the test, IIT will be giving the licence to the companies which meet its quality criteria and the test is expected to be in market within three weeks. "Over 40 companies, including a few big names, have reached out to us to commercialise the test. We will be giving open licences to companies which meet the quality criterion set by us. We also will be giving the licence with a price rider so companies do

In our latest interview series, we talk to brands to understand how they are coping with the new normal and their strategies towards navigating these difficult times.While the wedding industry has come to a standstill due to the lockdown, Anupam Mittal, Founder & CEO, Shaadi.com tells us how they are ensuring the matchmaking industry doesn't impact too much for the lockdown.Mittal talks about all the things the organization is doing to ensure its seamless functioning while also innovating to bring people together in the midst of a lockdown.It's been over a month since we have been locked up inside our homes, venturing out only if absolutely essential. It has changed the way we lived our lives, went about our professional lives and it is bound to have a far-reaching impact on how we live in

Google Lens now allows users to copy handwritten text to their computers, learn new concepts and words.The update is being rolled out to both Android and iOS versions of the app.Google Lens is one of the search giant’s most useful products and now, it is getting some new productivity feature that will help you get some work done while you are stuck at home due to the coronavirus lockdown.The new features include the ability to copy handwritten notes to your computer, learning about new concepts and learning how to pronounce new words. While the first two features will be available for both Android and iOS users, the listen feature that allows you to learn pronunciations is currently limited to Android. 71071246Copy handwritten notes to your computerWhile Google Lens already allows users to

With Mother’s Day around the corner, we reached out to the working mothers from the advertising industry to find out how they are dealing with quarantine blues and their kids being at home 24 hours. They also shared with us some policy ideas that they wish the industry could take into consideration and help them juggle smoothly between work and household chores. In wake of the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting lockdown, juggling between both work and home life has taken an even bigger toll on working moms. They have always been swamped but now that the entire family is under one roof, we can only imagine what a storm that must look like. Working parents have lost the privileges of ‘me time’ as there is no external help from grandparents, nannies or schools to share their load. They are

Roy Horn, one half of the Las Vegas magic duo Siegfried & Roy, has died aged 75 due to coronavirus complications.Horn's publicist Dave Kirvin confirmed that he died in a Las Vegas hospital on Friday after testing positive for the coronavirus last week."Today, the world has lost one of the greats of magic, but I have lost my best friend," read a statement from Siegfried Fischbacher.Visit Insider's homepage for more stories.Roy Horn of the iconic Siegfried & Roy magic duo has died aged 75 from complications related to the coronavirus.The legendary magician died at Mountain View Hospital in Las Vegas on Friday, his publicist Dave Kirvin confirmed. He added that Horn had tested positive for the coronavirus last week, according to the New York Times.The German-born double act, Horn and Siegfried

Facebook Inc also said on Friday it would allow workers who are able to work remotely to do so until the end of 2020.

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.The EufyCam 2C wireless home security camera system offers affordable coverage for your home inside and out with water-resistant, IP67-rated cameras.Camera footage quality is excellent at 1080p in full color, and there's a black and white night mode as well as a spotlight so you can see in any lighting conditions.Each EufyCam 2C camera also offers crystal clear two-way audio and six-month battery life.At $219.99 for the two-camera kit with no monthly subscription required, the EufyCam 2C system is a compelling option for anyone seeking home security on a budget.You can also check out our guide to the best home security cameras for more options.Home security cameras used to be an expensive project that

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said drivers should be entitled to healthcare benefits based on how much they work, during an interview with CNBC on Friday.Khosrowshahi also said the company would pay for those benefits.Uber was hit this week with a lawsuit in California over its classification of drivers as contractors as it faces growing pressure to provide them with benefits.Uber has aggressively defended its contractor-based model, arguing that drivers enjoy increased flexibility as a result.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Uber drivers' healthcare benefits should be contingent on how much they work, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said during an interview with CNBC on Friday."You should get healthcare based on the hours that you're working, and if you have a 'have' and 'have-nots'

Cognizant first-quarter earnings were in the green but worst is yet to come with the full impact of the ransomware attack on its systems to be reflected in the coming quarters.Management explained that there are multiple costs — including legal and consulting — associated with the investigation. Even now, Cognizant expects that it will take at least until the end of the month to completely restore its systems.Cognizant’s first-quarter earnings were in the green, up by 3.5% in constant currency terms, but the shadow of the Maze ransomware attack on the company’s network still looms large. “We do anticipate the revenue and corresponding margin impact to be in the range of $50 to $70 million for the quarter [Q2],” said Cognizant’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Karen McLoughlin during the earnings

Rick Bright, the Department of Health and Human Services scientist who was reassigned last month and then filed a whistleblower complaint, disputed the White House's characterization that he was "disgruntled.""I am frustrated at a lack of urgency to get a head-start on developing life-saving tools for Americans," he said in a CBS "60 Minutes" interview."I was thinking that we could have done more to get those masks and supplies to them sooner, and if we had, would they still be alive today," Bright added. "It's a horrible thought to think about the time that past when we could have done something and we didn't."Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Rick Bright, the Department of Health and Human Services scientist who was fired in April and then filed a whistleblower complaint

75644579President Donald Trump has overseen a chaotic response to the US coronavirus outbreak, downplaying its severity and repeatedly changing his stance on China.This is undermining US authority to criticize how China handled the initial outbreak, which began in Wuhan.China has capitalized on this, with state media and government officials highlighting the US inconsistencies and saying it is "hid[ing] their incompetence by blaming China."There are signs that the Chinese public — the Communist Party's most important audience — is also losing trust in the US.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.China's Communist Party has in recent weeks embarked on an expansive propaganda campaign to recoup its public image as the coronavirus ravages much of the world.Its efforts have included

Steve Price has been slammed over social media for his comments on pill testing. He argued with drug expert Matt Noffs about the social benefits of drugs testing.

Tommy Little took his charity fundraising to extremes on Tuesday's episode of The Project when he stripped off and bungee jumped naked. 

He's a Hollywood favourite thanks to his rippling muscles and beefy frame.

The Sunday Project suffered a ratings drought last year despite star co-host Lisa Wilkinson spending weeks overseas interviewing celebrities.

The Project celebrated its 10th anniversary with an extended live episode on July 19.

Rihanna, 31, looked absolutely stunning wearing a black lace matching set while promoting her brand's launch on Amazon, only for Chris to ruin the fun with messages to his ex.

The Umbrella singer was inundated with thousands of responses from her 75.5 million followers, as fans offered their condolences over the death in the family.

The singer, 31, was asked whether she wants to have children, and she admitted she doesn't mind opening up about her family plans - although she understands why some women get 'defensive'.

The Los Angeles Lakers lived up to its old 'Showtime' moniker when they faced off against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center in Downtown LA on Friday night.

The money will help 'work with on-the-ground partners' that include Feeding America, The WHO's COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund and the International Rescue Committee.

The flirty exchange comes after they reunited at the Yams Day charity show at Brooklyn's Barclays Center in January, shortly after she and Saudi billionaire Hassan Jameel broke up after nearly three years.

The very first image for Rihanna: Volume One shows the singer/entrepreneur/fashion designer in the studio.

The historic Chateau Marmont hotel on the famous Sunset Strip opened in 1929 and has welcomed many legendary celebrity guests and has been the site of several movies.

She first unveiled her ribcage inkings in 2015 - and Scarlett Johansson had no qualms about showing them off to her fans at the Marvel Studios panel for Comic-Con International on Saturday.

The 11-carat egg-shaped light brown diamond is estimated to cost around $400,000. It's the first time Johansson has worn the rock in public since accepting Jost's proposal in May.

BAZ BAMIGBOYE: Florence Pugh was fit and fight-ready the moment she stepped on the set of Black Widow after undergoing some extensive fight training in preparation for the role.

Scarlett Johansson has been very private about her fiance, Saturday Night Live regular Colin Jost. But when at the Elle Women In Hollywood event on Monday, the Lucy actress opened up.

The new week of Reno Rumble started off with a bang, as another 48-hour bedroom challenge was announced.

Shelley Craft is not letting the rumble in the ratings get her down.

Dakota Fanning is a glitzy star who manages to be stylish even when she's just relaxing. On Monday, she left LA in a red velour tracksuit after a glamorous night at the 24th Annual SAG Awards.

She has won the hearts of Amazon viewers everywhere as a gifted and determined housewife with a knack for stand up comedy.

The Brexit Party and former UKIP leader, 55, branded Year Of The Rabbit 'totally sick and frankly irresponsible' after it emerged they will kill off 'Neil Fromage' on tomorrow night's show.

The show kicked off its 2019 final in spectacular fashion on Saturday night, with Taylor Swift taking to the stage to perform.

The singer, 30, performed her hit single Lover while playing the piano on the show but some fans were convinced she was actually lip synching.

Joe Alwyn has made a rare comment about his relationship with Taylor Swift as he discussed her love songs about him in a new interview with the Sunday Times .

The singer, 34, said being friends with the singer, 30, is one of his 'favourite things he's done' as he discussed their friendship with Attitude magazine's February issue on Friday.

The singer, 34, was forced to hit back at criticism from trolls after saying he took 'a little bit of ownership' for helping Taylor Swift support the LGBTQ+ community.

Taylor Swift has been announced to be receiving the 2020 Vanguard Award at the GLAAD Media Awards for her ongoing work for the LGBTQ Community.

Taylor Swift has no regrets about her part in the box-office flop Cats.

In Taylor Swift's new documentary Miss Americana that premiered at Sundance Film Festival on Thursday evening, the singer opened up about how the public's opinion about her body.

Little Words Project makes hand-crafted bracelets adorned with inspiring words or phrases that empower the women who wear them.

Kelly Rowland has revealed who she thinks is the greater gender as she reveals: 'Women are greater than men.'

She's hosted Channel Nine's raunchy reality show Love Island Australia for two years running. 

Renee Bargh has just been announced as the new co-host of The Voice Australia, replacing former host Sonia Kruger. 

Jack Vidgen has reflected on his comeback, after rising to fame as a fresh-faced teen on Australia's Got Talent back in 2011. 

With filming about to get underway on the 2020 season of The Voice, the show's judges and new hosts Renee Bargh and Darren McMullen enjoyed a celebratory dinner in Sydney on Sunday night.

Reliance Jio has announced extension of incoming call facility to all users till May 3.Airtel and Vodafone Idea have together extended the validity of over 120 million users.This will allow users who have not been able to recharge their mobile to continue receiving calls.To help its subscribers amid the ongoing nationwide lockdown, Reliance Jio has announced extension of incoming call facility to all its subscribers till May 3. Companies like Airtel, Vodafone Idea and state-run BSNL have already announced similar extensions.While the private companies have extended the incoming call validity till May 3, BSNL has extended the validity till May 5.Unlike Airtel and Vodafone Idea, Jio to offer free incoming for all subscribersAirtel extends validity for over 30 million low-income usersAirtel had