Facebook might soon require Aadhaar card linking

Update: Facebook has now confirmed that it is testing the optional prompt and it is not mandatory for people to enter the name on their Aadhaar card. The social media giant has stated that this will make it easy for friends to recognize them on Facebook.

Social media linking of the Aadhaar card might sound like a far-fetched dream but the same has been spotted by a Reddit user who has shared the screenshot. Also, a report by MySmartPrice has shown that Facebook is prompting new users to type in their name as given in their Aadhaar card. Though there is no confirmation regarding the same, this points out that Facebook could be testing Aadhaar integration in order to curb the menace of fake profiles that is becoming a major concern and put an end to online harassment.

Aadhaar card linking is the talk everywhere as it has become mandatory to link it with bank accounts and mobile numbers. Following the same, it looks like the Aadhaar verification has made its way to the social media as well.

                 It also notes that the social media giant is not forcing users to link their account to their Aadhaar card. Given that the prompt appears while creating a new Facebook account, there could be a possibility for the linking to make its way to the existing accounts anytime in the near future.

             The report notes that the Aadhaar prompt is encountered only when trying to create a new account from Safari web browser on the iOS devices. Also, it is tipped that the prompt does not appear to all the users and that it is random.

          Back in 2011, at the Aadhaar Developer Track conference, Nandan Nilekani, the architect of Aadhaar and then UIDAI Chairman stated that the Aadhaar number could be used as an identity verification tool across social media networks.
           The reason is that UID is an easy way to verify one’s account on Twitter and Facebook. And, any user can get verified accounts with their UID credentials.

Having said that, we need to wait for an official confirmation from Facebook regarding the Aadhaar card linking with the social media accounts.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Gets Face Unlock Feature via MIUI 9.2.4 OTA Update

                Redmi Note 5 Pro has received the anticipated Face Unlock feature via an OTA (over-the-air) software update. At its launch in India last week, Xiaomi promised that it will roll out the feature for the Redmi Note 5 Pro through an update by the end of March, but it has now released the update in an apparent bid to please initial buyers. It worth noting that the Redmi Note 5 Pro is Xiaomi’s first smartphone in the country to get the Face Unlock feature.

          Xiaomi is bringing the Face Unlock feature through the MIUI v9.2.4 NEIMIEK update that comes in 1.6GB. The new software update also includes camera improvements and stability optimisations. Although, as per Xiaomi Product PR Lead Clinton Jeff, the update will be available out of the box for customers who ordered the Redmi Note 5 Pro through its first flash sale earlier this week, you can manually check its availability by going to the Settings > System updates option or by using the Updater app.

                  The Face Unlock feature on the Redmi Note 5 Pro is touted to be faster than the fingerprint scanner. However, 

              it is certainly not as secure as the fingerprint scanner. Xiaomi India’s Lead Product Manager Jai Mani at the launch event elaborated the artificial intelligence (AI) tweaks empowering the Face Unlock.

       “Our face detection algorithm scans facial features in roughly 500 milliseconds using a high accuracy matching mechanism,” said Mani.

          Running Android Nougat-based MIUI 9, the dual-SIM Redmi Note 5 Pro (Review) features a 5.99-inch full-HD (1080×2160 pixels) display with 18:9 aspect ratio. 

         The smartphone is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 636 SoC, paired with Adreno 509 GPU and either 4GB or 6GB of RAM. It has a dual camera setup on the back, with 12-megapixel and 5-megapixel camera sensors. 

        On the front, the handset has a 20-megapixel Sony IMX376 sensor that is accompanied by an LED selfie-light module. 

          Further, there is 64GB onboard storage that is expandable via microSD card and a 4000mAh battery.

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Fake News को रोकने के लिए फेसबुक ने उठाया पहला कदम

फर्जी ख़बरों से निपटने के लिए फेसबुक ने पहला कदम उठा लिया है। फेसबुक सबसे पहले अपने ट्रेंडिंग ख़बरों के सेक्शन में महत्वपूर्ण बदलाव कर रहा है। ताकि फर्जी ख़बरें इस सेक्शन में न दिखें।
             बता दें कि फेसबुक के ट्रेंडिग फीचर में वो स्टोरीज नजर आती हैं, जो कि इस वक्त सबसे ज्यादा चर्चित हैं। पर अब इसी फॉर्मूले में बदलाव किया गया है। 
 अब ट्रेंडिंग लिस्ट में सिर्फ वे ही टॉपिक्स नजर आएंगे जिन्हें विश्वनीय संस्थानों ने पब्लिश या शेयर किया है।
             उल्लेखनीय है कि फेसबुक ने ट्रेंडिंग लिस्ट को साल 2014 में लॉन्च किया था। इसके बाद           फेसबुक पर फर्जी ख़बरों को बढ़ावा देने और कई तरह के आरोप लगे। 
इसके बाद फेसबुक ने ट्रेंडिंग आइटम्स में ऑटोमेटेड सिस्टम लागू किया। 
          इसके तहत सबसे ज्यादा अटेंशन लेने वाले कॉन्टेंट को दिखाया जाता था। पर अब इस सिस्टम को भी बदलकर फेसबुक इसकी जगह विश्वनीयता का पैमाना रख रहा है। यानि अब वे ख़बरें ट्रेंडिंग में दिखेंगी जो विश्वसनीय स्त्रोत से आई होंगी। न कि जिन्हें ज्यादा अटेंशन मिली। 
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BSNL Launches New Unlimited Prepaid Packs Starting Rs. 99

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) on Tuesday introduced unlimited prepaid mobile packs starting at Rs. 99 for the Calcutta telecom circle to take on rising competition.

The telecom operator was also bullish on the 2100MHz spectrum band before its 4G rollout in the circle, which could be as early as from March this year, Calcutta Telephones CGM SP Tripathi said.

"We expect spectrum in the 2100MHz band within days and equipment is also ready," he said, sounding optimistic about the 4G rollout in phases across the city with 650-odd towers.

He said the new plan starts from Rs. 99 for 26 days and Rs. 319 for 90 days unlimited voice calls with roaming, except in Delhi and Mumbai.

At Rs. 999, the company will offer unlimited calls and 1GB per day high-speed data for 181 days.

Tripathi said he expects the next fiscal year 2018-19 to be "much better" for the company as the price war gradually settles.

In the current fiscal, Calcutta Telephones is hopeful of clocking revenues between Rs. 510 crores and Rs. 550 crores, while losses are pegged at about Rs 350 crores, company officials said.

It is also focusing on the recovery of dues from institutional and retail customers to the tune of Rs. 300 crores.

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MP Postal Circle Recruitment 2018 – Apply Online for 2411 GDS Posts Read more: MP Postal Circle Recruitment 2018 - Apply Online for 2411 GDS Posts

MP Postal Circle Recruitment 2018 – Apply Online for 2411 GDS Posts: Government of India, Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle has announced a notification for the recruitment of 2411 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) vacancies in various divisions. Eligible candidates may apply online from 19-01-2018 to 19-02-2018 (Extended to 24-02-2018). Other details like age limit, educational qualification, selection process, application fee & how to apply are given below…

MP Postal Circle Vacancy Details:
Total No. of Posts: 2411
Name of the Posts: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
Name of the Category:
1. OBC: 358 Posts
2. PH-HH: 35 Posts
3. PH-OH: 34 Posts
4. PH-VH: 27 Posts
4. SC: 392 Posts
5. ST: 647 Posts
6. UR: 918 Posts
Name of the Division:
1. Balaghat: 200 Posts
2. Bhopal: 54Posts
3.Chhatarpur: 127 Posts
4. Chhindwara: 140 Posts
5. Hoshangabad : 96 Posts
6. Rewa: 179 Posts
7.Sagar: 63 Posts
8. Shahdol: 105 Posts
9. Vidisha: 68 Posts
10. Guna: 153Posts
11. Gwalior: 125 Posts
12. ID Division Indore: 03 Posts
13. Indore City: 13 Posts
14. Indore Moffusil: 47 Posts
15. Jabalpur: 145 Posts
16. Khandwa: 286 Posts
17. Mandsaur: 32 Posts
18. Morena: 282 Posts
19. Ratlam: 55 Posts
20. Sehore: 105 Posts
21. Ujjain: 133 Posts

Age Limit: Candidates age limit should be 18-40 years as on 19-01-2018. Age relaxation is applicable by 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ ST, 10 years for PH above the respective category.

Application Fee: Candidates should pay Rs. 100/- for OC/OBC Male candidates at any Head Post Office. No fee for Female, SC/ST & PH candidates.

Educational Qualification: Candidates should have passed 10th standard from approved state boards by the respective State Govt/ Central Govt with knowledge of computer.

Selection Process: Candidates will be selected based on merit.

How to Apply: Eligible candidates may apply online through the website “https://indiapost.gov.in or  from 19-01-2018 to 19-02-2018 (Extended to 24-02-2018).

Instructions to Apply Online:
1. Before applying online candidates should have valid e mail id & password
2. Candidates log on the website in https://indiapost.gov.in or https://appost.in/gdsonline
3. Select the desired post & click on Apply Online or Registration
4. Read all instructions log in your self
5. Fill all the details & submit the form
6. Now take a print out of online application for future use.

Important Dates: 

Starting Date to Apply Online: 19-01-2018

Last Date to Apply Online: 19-02-2018 (Extended to 24-02-2018).

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