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New Delhi [India], November 29: The SUV segment is witnessing tremendous growth in India. Attractive designs, feature-loaded cabins, higher ground clearance for broken roads, and butch road presence are some of the reasons behind the surging popularity of SUVs. Mahindra &amp; Mahindra, with its strong SUV heritage, currently has three of the hottest-selling SUV models in its portfolio - the <keyword id="6871125" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="xuv700" source="Orion">XUV700</keyword>, <keyword id="177599" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="thar" source="Orion">Thar</keyword>, and <keyword id="13987144" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="scorpio-n" source="Orion">Scorpio N</keyword>. Owing to the high demand from customers, these vehicles command waiting periods ranging from 3 months to as long as 16 months! Mahindra XUV700: Up to 9 Months Waiting The XUV700, launched in 2021, is Mahindra's new flagship SUV. With its aggressive styling, premium interiors, potent engine options and generous features, the XUV700 has struck a chord with Indian SUV buyers. Pricing &amp; Positioning The XUV700 is a midsize SUV priced from Rs 14.03 lakhs to Rs 26.57 lakhs (ex-showroom). It competes primarily with 5/7-seater SUVs like Tata Safari, MG Hector Plus, Hyundai Alcazar and Skoda Kodiaq. Design &amp; Engineering The XUV700 has a bold and muscular exterior profile accentuated by the sleek LED headlamps integrated with the grille. The interior follows a black and beige dual-tone theme with soft-touch materials and premium finishes. Underpinning the SUV is a monocoque chassis made using high-tensile steel for rigidity and safety. Variants &amp; Colour Options It is offered in 2 broad trims - MX and AdrenoX (AX), comprising AX3, AX5 and AX7 variants. Colour options include Everest White, Midnight Black, Dazzling Silver, Red Rage and Electric Blue. Engine, Transmission &amp; Mileage The XUV700 lets buyers choose between two powerful engine options - a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol and a 2.2-liter diesel motor. The petrol engine churns out 200 horsepower while the oil burner produces 185 horses. Both engines come mated to 6-speed manual as well as automatic transmissions. The top-end AX7 diesel variant also offers an optional all-wheel drive system for enhanced grip and control. In terms of fuel efficiency, the official ARAI testing claims the XUV700 delivers anywhere between 16-20 km/litre, depending on the exact variant you pick. Interior, Comfort &amp; Safety Features The XUV700's cabin offers an expansive space and a long list of features. It gets a large 10.25-inch touchscreen, panoramic sunroof, 7-inch digital driver display, connected car features, 6-way powered driver seat, dual-zone climate control, 12-speaker Sony sound system and more. Safety is comprehensively addressed with up to 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, hill-hold control, tyre pressure monitoring system and ADAS tech. The ADAS suite includes adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-view monitoring and more. Why is it in High Demand? The XUV700 strikes an excellent balance between features, performance and price. The SUV looks ultra-modern, offers a premium connected car experience at par with cars from higher segments, provides spirited performance, and focuses on safety. Attractive pricing has sealed the deal for buyers as the XUV700 offers terrific value. Mahindra Thar: 15-16 Months Waiting Period The new 2nd generation Thar went on sale in 2020. With its iconic retro design, unrivalled off-roadability and modern creature comforts, the SUV has become a hot seller, with waiting times extending to 15-16 months. Pricing &amp; Positioning The new Thar is priced from Rs 10.98 lakhs to Rs 16.94 lakhs (ex-showroom). It fills the slot of an affordable compact off-road SUV, similar to Force Gurkha. Design &amp; Engineering The new Thar carries forward the charm of the original Thar with its boxy profile, round headlamps and removable doors/roof. The interiors now get a major upgrade with touchscreen infotainment, steering-mounted controls, rear parking sensors, remote key and more. It retains rugged mechanics like a 4WD drivetrain, mechanical locking differentials, low-range gearbox and high ground clearance. Variants, Colors &amp; Seating Options It is offered in AX(O) and LX variants with a choice of 6 colours and a 4-seater configuration. Engine, Transmission &amp; Mileage Engine options include - 1.5L diesel, 2.0L turbo petrol and 2.2L diesel. Gearbox choices for these motors are 6-speed manual and automatic. ARAI mileage ranges from 15-18 km/l. Interior, Comfort &amp; Safety Features The cabin now features a 7-inch touchscreen, power windows, remote keyless entry, rear parking sensors, tilt adjustable steering and more. Safety is taken care of by dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, seat belt reminders and more. Why is it Popular? The Thar blends iconic design, excellent off-road hardware, and modern comfort &amp; convenience features. Its capabilities to conquer rough terrain are unparalleled in its price range. The new Thar offers a unique driving experience - open-air motoring with the wind in your hair! Mahindra Scorpio N: Up to 11 Months Waiting Period The "Big Daddy of SUVs," the all-new 3rd generation Scorpio N, is the latest addition to Mahindra's SUV portfolio. Launched in 2022, the SUV has received a strong response, with bookings exceeding 1 lakh units, resulting in waiting periods of up to 11 months. Pricing &amp; Positioning The Scorpio N is positioned as an affordable 7-seater midsize SUV with prices ranging from Rs 13.26 lakhs to Rs 24.54 lakhs (ex-showroom). It rivals the MG Hector, Tata Harrier and Kia Seltos. Design &amp; Engineering The Scorpio N sports a radical design overhaul inside and out. The sophisticated new styling is complemented by a high-quality cabin loaded with features. Underpinning it is an advanced new 3rd generation body-on-frame platform. Variants, Colors &amp; Seating Options It is sold in Z2, Z4, Z6 and Z8 variants. Dual-tone colour themes are available across variants. Choice of 6 or 7-seater layouts. Engine, Transmission &amp; Mileage The Scorpio N lets you pick between two powertrain options - a 2.2-litre diesel engine and a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol motor. The oil burner churns out 132 PS of peak power while the turbo-petrol generates a healthy 203 horses. Both these engines come mated to 6-speed manual as well as automatic gearbox options. So whether you prefer self-shifting or the convenience of an auto, the Scorpio N has got you covered. In terms of efficiency, Mahindra claims the SUV can deliver up to 18 km/l as per ARAI tests. Real-world mileage is likely to be in the 12-15 km/l ballpark, which is quite respectable for this class of vehicle. Interior, Comfort and Safety Features The feature-loaded cabin gets an 8-inch touchscreen, UVO-connected car tech, 12-speaker Sony sound system, dual-zone climate control, 6-way powered driver seat, panoramic sunroof and more. The safety kit consists of 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, hill descent control, rear parking camera, TPMS and more. Higher variants also add on ADAS tech. Why is it in demand? The Scorpio N impresses with its striking new design, premium interiors, powerful engine performance and extensive features. Generous space for seven adults, strong build quality, and Mahindra's trusted brand name further attract buyers. The Bottom Line Attractive pricing, modern designs and extensive feature lists make the XUV700, Thar and Scorpio N a hit among SUV buyers. As a result, customers are facing long waiting periods of 3 to 16 months, depending on the chosen model and variant. However, the lengthy wait is well worth it, considering the excellent package Mahindra has put together with these new-age SUVs. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by ATK. will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)

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Hit by unprecedented online orders amid lockdowns and social distancing, Amazon has announced to put customers on a waiting list, and will invite new customers to shop every week. The ecommerce giant said while it has increased order capacity by more than 60 per cent due to COVID-19, it still expects the combination of restricted capacity due to social distancing and customer demand will continue to make finding available delivery windows challenging for customers. "To help, in the coming weeks, we will launch a new feature that will allow customers to secure time to shop. This feature will give delivery customers a virtual ï¿½place in line' and will allow us to distribute the delivery windows on a first come, first served basis. Simultaneously, we will continue to add capacity as swiftly as possible," Stephenie Landry, Vice President of grocery at Amazon, said in a statement on Sunday. The company said it will also adjust store hours for select Whole Foods Market locations to focus exclusively on fulfilling online grocery orders during this time. "We are temporarily asking new Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market delivery and pickup customers to sign up for an invitation to use online grocery delivery and pickup. We're increasing capacity each week and will invite new customers to shop every week," explained Landry. Amazon is currently focusing on high-priority items to ensure the fastest delivery of household staples, medical supplies, and other high demand products coming into our fulfillment centers. Landry said that in the last several weeks, the company has expanded Whole Foods Market grocery pickup from roughly 80 stores to more than 150. "We are releasing delivery windows throughout the day and have made it easier for customers to see when the next delivery window is available by including it on the homepages of Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market," she added. Last week, the company extended the 'Amazon Relief Fund' to its delivery partners -- associates of the Delivery Service Partner Programme, Amazon Flex programme and trucking partners providing middle-mile logistics support -- in India in view of the coronavirus crisis. Amazon said that this fund can be utilised by qualifying individuals who have been quarantined or diagnosed with COVID-19. The Amazon Relief Fund has been set up globally with an initial contribution of $25 million initial contribution to support employees, qualified independent contractors, and employees of qualified vendors who face financial hardships from qualifying events. These events could be natural disasters, government declared emergencies, or unforeseen personal hardship. See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/dmart-has-closed-half-of-all-its-stores-in-india-due-to-coronavirus-lockdown/articleshow/75119106.cms">Half of all D-Mart stores are shut during coronavirus lockdown</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/careers/news/these-are-the-job-listings-in-top-e-commerce-companies-posted-after-april-1/articleshow/75117512.cms">These are the job listings in top e-commerce companies posted after April 1</a>

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Next time when someone puts you on hold during a call, relax as <keyword id="961840" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Google-assistant">Google Assistant</keyword> will listen closely to hold music and repetitive messages for you. Google has launched a new feature called Hold for Me in its Phone app that will help users get their time back. Starting with an early preview on newly-launched Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) smartphones in the US, when you call a toll-free number and a business puts you on hold, Google Assistant can wait on the line for you. "You can go back to your day, and Google Assistant will notify you with sound, vibration and a prompt on your screen once someone is on the line and ready to talk,: the company said on Wednesday. The 'Hold for Me' feature is powered by Google's Duplex technology, which not only recognises hold music but also understands the difference between a recorded message and a representative on the line. Once a representative is identified, Google Assistant will notify you that someone's ready to talk and ask the representative to hold for a moment while you return to the call. "We gathered feedback from a number of companies, including Dell and United, as well as from studies with customer support representatives, to help us design these interactions and make the feature as helpful as possible to the people on both sides of the call," the company said. While Google Assistant waits on hold for you, Google's natural language understanding also keeps the users informed. "Your call will be muted to let you focus on something else, but at any time, you can check real-time captions on your screen to know what's happening on the call". The 'Hold for Me' tool is an optional feature one can enable in settings and choose to activate during each call to a toll-free number. To determine when a representative is on the line, audio is processed entirely on the device and does not require a Wi-Fi or data connection. The company said that no audio from the call will be shared with Google or saved to your Google account unless you explicitly decide to share it and help improve the feature. "When you return to the call after Google Assistant was on hold for you, audio stops being processed altogether," the company said. Last year, Google introduced an update to Call Screen that helps users avoid interruptions from spam calls once and for all. Last month, the company launched Verified Calls to help people know why a business is calling before they answer. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/defense/news/latest-updates-on-india-china-border-issue/articleshow/78162853.cms">India-China decide ‘early date’ needed for military talks on border issue — but stalemate continues</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/babri-masjid-demolition-case-cbi-special-court-acquits-all-accused-judge-says-demolition-was-not-pre-planned/articleshow/78401534.cms">Babri Masjid demolition case: CBI Special Court acquits all accused, judge says ‘demolition was not pre-planned’</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/rbi-records-its-largest-ever-current-account-surplus-but-thats-not-necessarily-a-good-thing/articleshow/78403696.cms">RBI records its largest-ever current account surplus — but that’s not necessarily a good thing</a>

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A US-based diaspora body on Tuesday launched an online petition campaign urging the Secretary of State Anthony <keyword id="10620101" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="blinken" source="Orion">Blinken</keyword> to reduce the long waitlist for various types of American visas being issued from <keyword id="3658" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="india" source="Orion">India</keyword>. "We request the State Department, Secretary of State Mr Anthony Blinken and the US embassies in India to eliminate wait times for <keyword id="6359421" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="visa" source="Orion">visa</keyword> appointments in India. "Even after a two-year-long Covid-era pause in visa appointments at the US embassies in India, the visa appointment situation is far from normal, requiring 300 to 900 days of wait time based on the visa types," Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies or FIIDS said launching its online petition campaign. As per travel.state.gov reports on October 31, there is an average 900+ days' wait time for appointments for visitors' visa (B1/B2), an average 400 days' wait time for students (F, M,J) and an average 300 days' wait time for petition-based temp workers like H, L, O, P and Q across the USA consulates in India (Mumbai, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata), it said. In contrast, the US consulates in China only have an average three days' wait time, FIIDS said. "The 900+ days' delay deprives Indian Americans and Indian immigrants in the USA of having their beloved relatives to visit, whether in the time of difficulties, needs, or for celebrations, impacting their quality of life," it said. "The 400+ days' wait time affects students joining the US universities, that not only impacts students' future but also negatively impacts the US universities," FIIDS said, adding, the 300+ days' wait time is impacting productivity and success of various industries and businesses due to lack of skilled workers. "We urge the US State Department and Sec Blinken to resolve this issue. We believe it is not only important for US interests but the right thing to do on moral and compassionate grounds," FIIDS said in its petition on Change.Org. "As per Reuters news on 27th Sept, the Secretary of State blamed the lack of resources and funding due to lost revenues from fees on this 'self-financed program,'" the petition said. "We request the concerned authorities to take all necessary steps and to seek emergency funds to resolve this backlog. We are eager to assist in any way possible and will forge a coalition of individuals who will rise to the occasion to assist in mitigating this issue," it added. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/elon-musk-fired-twitter-execs-including-ceo-parag-agrawal-for-cause-in-a-bid-to-avoid-paying-out-tens-of-millions-in-severance-report-says/articleshow/95182325.cms">Elon Musk fired Twitter execs including CEO Parag Agrawal 'for cause' in a bid to avoid paying out tens of millions in severance, report says</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/twitter-staff-have-been-told-to-work-84-hour-weeks-and-managers-slept-at-the-office-over-the-weekend-as-they-scramble-to-meet-elon-musks-tight-deadlines-reports-say/articleshow/95232215.cms">Twitter staff have been told to work 84-hour weeks and managers slept at the office over the weekend as they scramble to meet Elon Musk's tight deadlines, reports say</a>

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<ul><li>WhatsApp has started rolling out call waiting for Android users.</li><li>Call waiting was released for iOS users last month.</li><li>WhatsApp still does not allow users to put calls on hold.</li></ul>Facebook-owned WhatsApp has rolled out the much-awaited ‘call waiting’ feature in its Android app. Apple iPhone users already had access to this feature as WhatsApp for iOS had been upgraded about a month ago. The call waiting feature will allow users to accept an incoming WhatsApp voice call while they are already on another call. At present, the new call would get disconnected automatically and users would be informed about the missed call after the first conversation has ended. How does call waiting work on WhatsApp Call waiting feature on WhatsApp will be activated by default from version 2.19.352 for Android users. You will notice this feature only when you are already on a call. With the new update, the incoming call UI has been revamped. When you are on a voice call on WhatsApp and receive another call, you will get two buttons. On the left, there is a ‘Decline’ button and on the right, there is a green ‘End and Accept’ button. If you press the ‘Decline’ button, the incoming call will be rejected, and you will continue with the existing call. If you press the ‘End and Accept’ button, the ongoing call will be disconnected, and you can talk to the other person. In regular voice calls, you can put the call on hold while accepting a new call. However, this feature is currently not available on WhatsApp and you can either choose to connect with the existing call or disconnect the ongoing call and accept the second incoming call.

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal filed his nomination after waiting for over six hours on Tuesday, the Aam Aadmi Party said. Kejriwal was 45th in queue to file his nomination from the New Delhi constituency from where he had registered a landslide victory in 2015. AAP spokesperson Saurabh Bhardwaj said Kejriwal has filed his nomination at around 6.30 pm. Arvind Kejriwal couldn't file his nomination yesterday due to his roadshow which delayed his reaching the election office. He later said that he will file his nomination today (Tuesday, 21 January). Arvind Kejriwal is seeking a consecutive third term as Chief Minister. His first stint as Chief Minister lasted for only 49 days after he resigned from the post of Chief Minister citing issues in the alliance with the Congress (INC) party.

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<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table float_right"><div><div class="image on-image">DeGolyer Library, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas</div></div></div>Oil prices are at a <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/oil-activity-picks-up-in-july-2015-8">six-year low</a>, and almost nowhere is the pain being felt more than in Texas. This weekend, <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/15/business/energy-environment/low-oil-prices-pose-threat-to-texas-fracking-bonanza.html?referrer=">The New York Times published a great look</a> at how the crash in oil prices has impacted the economic fortunes of <a href="http://eaglefordshale.com/counties/karnes-county-tx/">Karnes County, Texas</a>. Karnes County is located in the <a href="http://eaglefordshale.com/">Eagle Ford shale formation</a>, one of the largest oil producing regions in the country. But as prices have crashed, the value of land in the region plummeted, as did the number of people drillers needed for work. "Everybody is waiting for doomsday," Vi Malone, the Karnes County treasurer told The Times."Everything was good, and everybody was getting these big checks, and everybody waited for their land to be leased, and then it all came to a screeching halt around the beginning of the year."<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image">FREDThe stunning collapse in the price of oil.</div></div></div>Over the last several months, we've highlighted similar commentary from business owners in the region that came from the Dallas Federal Reserve's <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/category/dallas-fed-manufacturing-survey">monthly manufacturing report</a>. The next report from the Dallas Fed isn't due until August 31, but <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/dallas-fed-manufacturing-survey-june-2015-6">as recently as the June report</a>, some were saying that the bottom in oil prices appeared to be in. This, however, clearly turned out not to be the case. And while prices are weighing on the Karnes County economy, The Times notes that Karnes County is still Texas' biggest oil producer, pumping out almost 7 million barrels in June, according to The Times. Recent data from oil driller Baker Hughes <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/baker-hughes-rig-count-august-14-2015-8">indicates</a> that the number of US oil rigs being shut down has stabilized in recent weeks and while oil production has leveled off, it is still <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/the-new-structure-of-the-oil-market-2015-8">near multi-decade highs</a>. <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/15/business/energy-environment/low-oil-prices-pose-threat-to-texas-fracking-bonanza.html?referrer=">Read the full story at NYTimes.com »</a>

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