Facebook on mobile devices for free

Facebook can now be accessed through mobile devices for free or without any data charges in forty five countries, including India, on select mobile networks. Facebook, which has over 400 million users worldwide, has tied up with Indian wireless operators -- Videocon and Reliance Communications  -- to make the site available for cell phone users with zero data charges.

For this purpose, the entity has launched a new site ’0.facebook.com’ that includes all key features of Facebook but is optimised for speed. In India, the new site would be available on the networks of Reliance and Videocon. Other countries where the new site would be available include Brazil, Denmark, Greece, Finland, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Hungary and Indonesia.

Maruti Suzuki plans to relaunch Alto with K-series

Maruti Suzuki India is planning to launch a new version of its small car Alto, the highest selling model in India, with a bigger engine. According to industry sources, the company plans to launch the new Alto with a one-litre petrol engine from its latest generation of engine, the K -series.

The Alto is the best selling car model in India averaging about 20,000 units per month. It has sold about 13.5 lakh units since its launch in September 2000. The plan to launch Alto with a new engine is part of MSI's strategy to equip its models with the latest generation K-series engine.

Maruti Suzuki offers two variants of the K-series engines -- 998cc three-cylinder, 'K10B' fitted in A-star, Estilo, and the new WagonR and a 1.2-litre, four-cylinder 'K12M' petrol engine powering Ritz, Swift and Swift Dzire.

Bill Gates will adopt a village in Bihar

Microsoft chief Bill Gates will adopt a village in Bihar during his daylong visit to the state Wednesday. The philanthropist, accompanied by officials of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, will visit the state for the first time.

Gates would adopt Gularia village in Khagaria, about 170 km from here, and help improve the socio-economic condition of the people. At present, the village, comprising mainly Mahadalits, considered poorer than dalits, does not have even basic civic amenities like running water, electricity, schools and health centres.

Gates is also scheduled to meet Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in the state capital to discuss development issues and changes taking place for the poor.

Ratan Tata retains Most Powerful CEO

he definitive list of India Inc’s Most Powerful CEOs is here, and Ratan Tata retains his position as India Inc’s top dog. The past year has seen the 72-year-old head of India’s biggest conglomerate re-open The Pierre Hotel in New York, launch the GSM version of his cellular service as DoCoMo and grapple with serious engineering problems in the Nano.

In the eyes of the respondents in the survey, he’s obviously handled the challenges with panache. The 500 respondents interviewed by IMRB for The Economic Times Corporate Dossier magazine not only voted Mr Tata as India Inc’s Most Powerful CEO for 2009, second year running, but also India Inc’s CEO of the Decade. ...more

Gyratory Hydraulic Cone Crusher

Shakti Mining Equipments Pvt. Ltd. has announced the launch new Gyratory Hydraulic Cone Crusher under the brand SMAN.

SMAN SHCC Gyratory Hydraulic Cone Crushers are the ultimate solution for the secondary crushing to achieve uniform size of hard rocks, ores and minerals. All bearing bushes are designed on the basis of a very well engineered metallurgic composition minimizing friction losses. The Concave and Mantle are cast out of high grade manganese steel and machined to fit the required parameters in order to achieve minimum wear and eliminate maintenance time. All Hydraulic and Rotary functions are synchronized and controlled by the hydraulic and electrical control panels. A very compact Hydraulic power pack controls all the Hydraulic and Lubrication systems.

The new SMAN Cone Crushers are equipped with the most advanced crushing technology. The outer shells and the other body components are made out of the finest quality steel castings and its robust design helps withstand high crushing loads.

The Crushers’ main shaft and eccentric system is made out high grade forged alloy steel and precision machined for accurate Gyro Crushing action resulting in maintenance free operation. The heavy duty steel fabricated is fitted with a suitable discharge conveyor and electrical motor driven system making it convenient to install the whole crushing station in very short time eliminating the need to build any concrete foundation....more

Shimla: Perfect destination for the ones in search of tranquility

Considered as one of the most preferred places to visit in the North India, both in summer and winter season, Shimla mesmerizes the entrants with a perfect blend of fresh aura and greenery in the lap of nature. It gives the visitor/s breathtaking experiences which make them come back for more. Popularized by the British as its summer capital, the region today garners visitors from across India and the world alike.

Shimla offers adventure seekers and scenic lovers plenty of options like trekking, skiing, snow skating, nature photography, camping, gliding, and various other adventure-filled themes to opt. The Mall Road situated in the heart of Shimla is flocked by visitors throughout the year who sync their shopping and site seeing needs at one place. A traffic-free zone, Mall Road is a place where you can find Hindu temples, British era churches with stained glasses, and shops selling handicrafts & locally processed foods. The heritage buildings in the region, dating back to many years, are still finely preserved and are popular among visitors. If there is tranquility to be found in the ‘land of gods’ ­­- Himachal Pradesh, it has to be in Shimla, which is home to numerous temples and visitor-friendly population who majorly thrives on tourism.

The large number of hotels that operate in Shimla, and still rising in count, is a testimony which makes the region one of the top most preferred hill destinations. The strongly recommended Kalka-Shimla narrow gauge train, one of the few still functional in India, when used as a passage to Shimla gives visitors/travelers a chance to fully submerge in the beauty of nature. Labeled ‘Queen of the Hills’ by the British, which is rightly said, Shimla is also surrounded by many other famous tourist places like Kullu Manali, Kufri, Junga, Masobra, Naldera, etc. popular for their picnic & gliding spots, ski resort, religious places, golf course, and picturesque hills consisting of a variety of rare flora and fauna.

Aerodrome India 2010

Aerodrome India 2010, an International Exhibition and Seminar on Airport Infrastructure & Security will be held from 8th – 10th April, 2010 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, India. The principle objective of Aerodrome India 2010 is to provide a platform for interaction between manufacturers/service providers of Airport infrastructure and security from around the world with Airport Authorities, Airlines & associated industry professionals in India and the South Asian region.

With a wide variety of products on display, Aerodrome India allows the exhibitor to present and communicate their product/ service in a manner which allows visitors to interact and discuss their requirements with experts in their field. Aerodrome India 2010 is jointly organised by PDA Trade Fairs, Airports Council International and Society of Indian Aerospace Technologies & Industries.