Google 'Posts' announced, will offer verified updates directly from the source
When users search for queries such as "Indian Super League" or "Tiger Zinda Hai", they will see verified updates directly from the source, in the collection of "cards" that appear in a search result (the Knowledge Panel).
Dec 11, 2017, 15:59 PM IST
Google to show restaurant 'wait' times on Search, Maps
To see wait times for nearly a million sit-down restaurants around the world that allow walk-ins, just search for the restaurant on Google, open the business listing, and scroll down to the "Popular Times" section.
Nov 08, 2017, 11:03 AM IST
Google Search becomes country-specific by default
Country services used to be distinguished by the country code top-level domain names (ccTLD) such as google.fr for France or google.com.uk for England.
Oct 28, 2017, 11:48 AM IST
Google uncovered Russia-backed ads on YouTube, Gmail
Google runs the world`s largest online advertising business and YouTube is the world`s largest online video site.
Oct 09, 2017, 19:04 PM IST
Suicide searches increase after Netflix's '13 Reasons Why'
The researches have found that the phrase "how to commit suicide" went up 26 per cent and "commit suicide" rose by 18 percent. In addition, "how to kill yourself" increased by nine percent, reports people.com.
Aug 01, 2017, 14:14 PM IST
Google introduces doodling, YouTube, Maps on Gboard
Aiming to ease accessibility of Google`s services, the latest additions to Gboard will help users access these services without opening the browser each time, thereby increasing its popularity among the customers.
Aug 01, 2017, 10:40 AM IST
Google search can help track dengue with this new tool
The new tool provides a near real-time monitoring that could enable faster response to outbreaks.
Jul 21, 2017, 18:37 PM IST
Microsoft to pay users if they search with Bing
As part of its "Rewards" scheme, Microsoft will now allow users to earn points for making purchases online and simply searching the web which can then be redeemed for music and movies.
Jun 01, 2017, 12:03 PM IST
Google, Microsoft agree to crack down on internet piracy
Websites that stream or host pirated material may find it harder to feature on the first pages of two leading search engines as Google and Microsoft, which uses Bing search engine, have agreed to a new code of conduct designed to demote such websites in Britain, media reported on Monday.
Feb 20, 2017, 12:22 PM IST
No more torrent sites on Google search, Bing, Yahoo?
Google, along with search engines like Bing and Yahoo are reportedly going to ban all the pirated torrent sites on their search.
Feb 13, 2017, 21:43 PM IST
Google search can work even without internet connection
Google said that it has added a new feature in the Google app which will allow users to "search" for something even when the smartphone has no iinternet connection.
Jan 20, 2017, 10:56 AM IST
Now book Ola, Uber through Google Search
Consumers will now be able to book a ride on Ola and Uber directly from Google Search.
Oct 19, 2016, 14:01 PM IST
Got mentioned on web? Google will tell you where
Technology giant Google has rolled out a feature in Google Search that would notify you whenever your name is mentioned on the web -- anywhere in the world, a media report said.
Jul 31, 2016, 15:05 PM IST
Google Search reveals impact of chickenpox shots
A sharp drop in Google searches on chickenpox has revealed that immunisation efforts to get rid of the common childhood disease have worked well in several countries.
May 31, 2016, 15:14 PM IST
Narendra Modi 'most stupid PM', says Rashid Alvi; angry BJP hits back, demands apology
Congress leader Rashid Alvi made this remark while participating in ''Samvad'', a programme organised by a TV news channel to mark the two years of completion of the Narendra Modi-led BJP government.
May 17, 2016, 11:00 AM IST
The great Google irony! Marks itself partially dangerous at Safe Browsing Site Status
Google’s Safe Browsing tool marks google.com as Partially dangerous.
Apr 20, 2016, 12:19 PM IST
GOQii adds ex-Google executive Amit Singhal to board of directors
Wearable fitness devices maker GOQii has appointed former Google executive Amit Singhal to its board of directors, a move that will help it expand the presence in the US market
Apr 08, 2016, 18:26 PM IST
Now, you can teach your kids about animal sounds using Google search!
A new interactive feature in Google search is helping kids learn what sounds animals make.
Apr 04, 2016, 13:11 PM IST
Google search to show live sports commentary for World T20
Google has added new experimental features in its Search at the time of the ICC World Twenty20 cricket tournament, which allows the users to summon fresh contents directly from their favorite cricket players, personalities and commentators, along with live sports commentary panel.
Mar 16, 2016, 15:59 PM IST
