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Mappls app takes on Google Maps: Offers 3D navigation, data privacy and digital address system

Technology | Oct 12, 2025, 02:30 PM IST

Mappls by MapmyIndia is fast emerging as a trusted alternative to Google Maps. Backed by government ministers, the app offers advanced 3D navigation, secure data storage within India, and integration with DIGIPIN, the country’s new digital address system.

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Navi Mumbai woman drives car into creek while following navigation | VIDEO

Maharashtra | Aug 01, 2025, 05:56 PM IST

A woman in Navi Mumbai drove into a creek, reportedly following GPS directions, but Google clarified Maps did not recommend the unsafe route.

What do the colours on Google Maps mean? Here’s the full guide

Technology | May 16, 2025, 05:52 PM IST

Google Maps displays different coloured lines like red, green, yellow, blue, purple, and brown — each with a specific meaning related to traffic, route conditions, and terrain. This guide explains what each colour indicates, helping users navigate smarter and avoid traffic jams or difficult roads.

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New Google Maps feature on iPhone detects location in screenshots

Technology | May 08, 2025, 01:25 PM IST

Google Maps has rolled out a smart screenshot feature for iPhone users that helps detect location names or addresses in your screenshots and saves them in a new “Screenshots” list. This saves time and effort while planning trips or navigating to new places you find online.

PICS: Bahawalpur Terror Camp images surfaced after Operation Sindoor- Now and then

India | May 07, 2025, 10:44 AM IST

In response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terrorist camps inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoJK), including the notorious Jaish-e-Mohammed base in Bahawalpur.

Google Maps cracks down on fake businesses and 5-star reviews with AI, blocks over 10,000 listings

Technology | Apr 08, 2025, 07:33 AM IST

Scammers often list fake businesses on Google Maps to deceive unsuspecting individuals. Additionally, many businesses resort to purchasing fake five-star reviews. In response to these practices, Google is now implementing AI tools to combat such fraud.

Google Maps to delete your location history soon: Know-why

Technology | Dec 01, 2024, 12:22 PM IST

Google will delete all location history older than three months, starting December 1, 2023. This includes data from the ‘Timeline’ feature, impacting both device-stored and cloud-stored location data. Users are advised to save their data before the deadline.

Google Maps leads Bengaluru man to drive over river Netravati: Here's how you can check such routes

Technology | Nov 14, 2024, 12:57 PM IST

Google Maps mistakenly directed a Bengaluru man onto a detour that involved crossing the Netravati River. Here's how you can check such routes before driving.

Man misses flight due to Google Maps error

Man misses Bengaluru-Mumbai flight due to Google Maps miscalculation, internet reacts

Trending | Aug 30, 2024, 06:43 PM IST

The man's unfortunate experience has sparked a conversation about the accuracy of navigation apps and serves as a cautionary tale for others to be more cautious when relying on technology for important tasks.

Ola Maps launched as alternative to Google Maps for cab operations

Technology | Jul 06, 2024, 05:47 PM IST

Bhavish Aggarwal, co-founder and Chairman of the Ola group announced the launch of Ola Maps for their cab operations. He also said that the company will add more features to maps in the coming days.

5 Top free AR applications for Android users, which are easy to use

Technology | Feb 25, 2024, 01:40 PM IST

A number of AR apps have taken over the market in the Android ecosystem. Here are some apps which are working with the help of AI and are smart and futuristic.

Google Maps introduces WhatsApp-like live location sharing feature: Here's how to use it?

Technology | Jan 04, 2024, 11:44 AM IST

Google Maps has recently rolled out a new feature which is very similar to popular instant messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram- enabling users to share live locations with friends and family.

Google Maps launches AI-powered innovation to enable 'Fuel-Efficient Routing' for Indians

Technology | Dec 19, 2023, 06:15 PM IST

Google has also integrated Kolkata and Mumbai Local Trains into the ‘Where Is My Train’ app. This move will enable the users to access dynamic information like train location, platform changes, real-time status and more for a smooth rail travel experience.

Google Maps now helping users to save fuel| Know-how?

Technology | Dec 17, 2023, 07:59 PM IST

Google has explained that fuel-efficient routing uses artificial intelligence (AI) to suggest routes that have fewer hurdles. In India, the new feature in Google Maps will further include fuel-efficient routes for two-wheelers as well, to help more people travel more sustainably.

Google Maps to add new Timeline feature to remember places you visited

Technology | Dec 13, 2023, 07:25 PM IST

Google stated, "If you’re getting a new phone or are worried about losing your existing one, you can always choose to back up your data to the Cloud so it doesn’t get lost. We’ll automatically encrypt your backed-up data so no one can read it, including Google.”

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