Apple reveals iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 9, along with Apple Watch Ultra 2
Cupertino, California: Apple has officially unveiled its latest offerings, the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9, during a much-anticipated event. Alongside these, the company also introduced the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 model.
The iPhone 15 comes with notable updates, including the introduction of a Dynamic Island notch and an impressive 48-megapixel camera. This enhancement is expected to deliver an even more immersive and visually stunning experience for users. However, it's worth noting that the event did not announce the incorporation of a 120Hz refresh rate, which some had hoped for.
In addition to the iPhone 15, Apple showcased the iPhone 15 Plus, which will feature the same advancements but with a larger 6.7-inch display. This move aims to cater to consumers who prefer a more spacious screen for their mobile experience.
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On the smartwatch front, the Apple Watch Series 9 promises to offer better battery backup, ensuring that users can stay connected and enjoy their favorite features throughout the day. Among the key features highlighted is the double tap function, which enhances user interaction and convenience.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 model boasts improvements in both battery life and display brightness, providing users with an enhanced wearable experience. These enhancements are expected to make the device even more attractive to those looking for a reliable and feature-rich smartwatch.
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Siddaramaiah seeks Centre's urgent intervention over commercial LPG cylinder shortage
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday sought the Centre's urgent intervention to ensure supply of adequate commercial LPG cyclinders to hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru.
He said hotels, restaurants and catering establishments in the city would be forced to suspend operations if supplies are not restored, affecting a large number of students and working professionals who depend on them for regular meals.
In his letter to Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri, he also requested him to issue appropriate directions to the oil marketing companies to address the current supply constraints that would help ease the situation.
Referring to the March 9 order issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas prioritising LPG supply for domestic consumers, Siddaramaiah said while the intention behind the order to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply to households across the country is well understood and appreciated, its implementation appears to have led to an unintended shortage of commercial LPG in Bengaluru.
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He cited that several hotels and restaurant associations in the city have reported that they are unable to procure commercial LPG cylinders, and many establishments are expressing concern that they may have to temporarily shut operations if supplies are not restored soon.
Bengaluru has a large ecosystem of small restaurants, mess facilities, and catering units that serve lakhs of people every day.
According to him, as per the discussions held with the oil marketing companies, the state's commercial LPG demand has traditionally been supported by supplies from the three OMCs-IOCL (around 500-550 MT per day), HPCL (around 300 MT per day) and BPCL (around 230 MT per day) and the sudden disruption of this supply is now severely affecting hotels, catering establishments and other commercial users in Bengaluru.
Any disruption to their functioning will have a direct impact on daily life in the city, he said.
"This issue also affects a large number of students and working professionals who live away from their homes and depend on hotels and mess facilities for regular meals. In addition, Choultries (wedding halls), hostels, and event venues that rely on commercial LPG for food preparation are also facing uncertainty, particularly with scheduled social and community events," the chief minister said in the letter.
Given the scale of dependence on commercial LPG in a metropolitan city like Bengaluru, Siddaramaiah sought the union minister's intervention to ensure that adequate commercial LPG supply is made available to hotels, restaurants, choultries, community halls and any other pure commercial establishments.
"Appropriate directions to the oil marketing companies to address the current supply constraints would help ease the situation. A timely resolution will help ensure that businesses continue to operate smoothly while also avoiding inconvenience to thousands of people who rely on these services on a daily basis," he added.
