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DB Corp launches Bhaskar English news app
MUMBAI: DB Corp has officially launched Bhaskar English, a mobile news application aimed at expanding its reach as a trusted source of journalism in multiple languages. The company made this announcement through a regulatory filing with the Bombay stock exchange on 21 January 2025.
This launch underscores the company’s commitment to engage a diverse global audience as it is known for serving news in Hindi, Gujarati, and Marathi, and it has four portals and three apps.It had launched the DNA English newspaper in partnership with Zee Media. It’s latest foray the Bhaskar English News app is claimed to offer the latest news to users from 16 states.
The app features advanced technology for real-time news updates and boasts an intuitive user interface, emphasizing DB Corp’s dedication to innovation and quality reporting. Designed for users who prefer news in English, Bhaskar English is available for download on both the App Store (iPhone) and Play Store (Android). At the time of writing it had got a rating of 4.9 on the App store and it had ranked at No 53 on the news chart.
“With the launch of Bhaskar English, we aim to strengthen our position as a leader in the media industry and enhance our pioneering efforts in multilingual news delivery,” said a company spokesperson.
DB Corp’s Dainik Bhaskar Hindi mobile app had 17.2 unique million monthly active users as of June 2024 while its Divya Bhaskar notched up 3.2 million unique monthly visitors.
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After 22 years, Google lets users finally change their Gmail IDs
New feature ends long wait, keeps emails and history intact
CALIFORNIA: In a move many users have been waiting years for, Google has begun rolling out a feature that allows people to change their Gmail username without losing their emails or account history.
The update marks a significant shift from Gmail’s long-standing rule where users were stuck with the address they first created. Now, users can switch to a new username while retaining access to their inbox, files, photos and purchase history.
Google said users will not need to create a new account to move away from outdated or awkward email IDs, noting that all existing data remains intact through the transition.
The feature works on an alias-based model. The newly chosen email becomes the primary address, while the old one is retained as an alternate. Messages sent to either address will continue to land in the same inbox, and users can sign in using both credentials.
However, the company has introduced a few guardrails. Users can only change their username once every 12 months and are limited to three changes over the lifetime of the account. The new username must also be available and cannot be reused if previously deleted by another user.
The rollout has begun in phases, starting with users in the United States, with a broader global release expected over time.
There are a few practical considerations. While Google services update automatically, users will need to manually update their email ID on third-party platforms such as banking, streaming or social media services. Devices like Chromebooks may also require a fresh sign-in to ensure seamless syncing.
The timing of the announcement has raised a few eyebrows, given Gmail famously launched on April 1 in 2004. Still, references to official updates and statements from Google leadership, including CEO Sundar Pichai, suggest this is no prank but a genuine platform upgrade.
For millions stuck with legacy usernames, the change offers a fresh start without the hassle, proving that even in tech, second chances do arrive.
