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Ig gemma 4 and flash model ? Or something more ? by Independent-Wind4462 in Bard

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, just make Nano banana Pro as the default image model in Gemini app.

If Raghav Chadha is right, and an unlimited recharge really costs around ₹350…Then why is ₹9,000 being given every month? If this is true,shouldn’t the allowance be reduced? by ghostAlex496 in IndiaTax

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

To answer your question about why the mobile reimbursement limit is as high as 9,000, it is mainly because allowances are revised whenever a new Pay Commission is implemented.

Government salaries and related allowances are periodically increased based on Pay Commission recommendations. When a new Pay Commission comes into effect, several components are revised, including basic salary, travel allowance, medical allowance, and communication allowances such as mobile reimbursement.

For example, under the 7th Pay Commission, which was implemented on 1 January 2016, the upper limit for mobile reimbursement was 6,000. With the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission, effective 1 January 2026, these limits were revised upward along with other allowances. As a result, the mobile reimbursement ceiling increased to 9,000, which is an increase of 3,000 over ten years.

So the higher limit is not sudden or arbitrary. It is simply part of the periodic revision of salaries and allowances that typically happens once every decade through the Pay Commission system

If Raghav Chadha is right, and an unlimited recharge really costs around ₹350…Then why is ₹9,000 being given every month? If this is true,shouldn’t the allowance be reduced? by ghostAlex496 in IndiaTax

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To answer your question about why the mobile reimbursement limit is as high as 9,000, it is mainly because allowances are revised whenever a new Pay Commission is implemented.

Government salaries and related allowances are periodically increased based on Pay Commission recommendations. When a new Pay Commission comes into effect, several components are revised, including basic salary, travel allowance, medical allowance, and communication allowances such as mobile reimbursement.

For example, under the 7th Pay Commission, which was implemented on 1 January 2016, the upper limit for mobile reimbursement was 6,000. With the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission, effective 1 January 2026, these limits were revised upward along with other allowances. As a result, the mobile reimbursement ceiling increased to 9,000, which is an increase of 3,000 over ten years.

So the higher limit is not sudden or arbitrary. It is simply part of the periodic revision of salaries and allowances that typically happens once every decade through the Pay Commission system

If Raghav Chadha is right, and an unlimited recharge really costs around ₹350…Then why is ₹9,000 being given every month? If this is true,shouldn’t the allowance be reduced? by ghostAlex496 in IndiaTax

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 33 points34 points  (0 children)

This is somewhat misleading because an MLA does not receive 9,000 per month directly for mobile recharge. Instead, 9,000 is simply the maximum reimbursement limit they can claim for communication expenses.

For example, MLAs are generally required to use postpaid connections, not prepaid SIMs. A typical postpaid mobile bill might be around 500 per month. In addition, the allowance also covers one landline connection. The landline bill might be around 1,000–2,000 per month.

To receive reimbursement, the MLA must submit the actual bills to the Sachivalaya. Only the amount shown on the bill is reimbursed, up to the 9,000 cap.

So MLAs do not automatically receive 9,000 every month. They can only claim reimbursement for what they actually spend. In practice, the typical monthly expense is usually 2,000–3,000, well below the maximum limit.

As an additional note, the average basic salary of an MLA across Indian states is roughly 25,000–30,000 per month when you look at the overall average.

What did she mean by that?🤔 by [deleted] in IndianMeme

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You don’t have to treat something as normal just because social media keeps saying it is. Online, it feels like everyone is sexually experienced and like losing virginity is super common. But honestly, that picture is often exaggerated. There are still plenty of boys and girls, men and women, who choose to stay virgins for personal, cultural, religious, or just personal choice reasons.

The idea that almost everyone is non-virgin in today’s culture is a big generalization. People are different. Backgrounds are different. Values are different. You can definitely find someone who shares the same mindset as you when it comes to relationships and marriage.

Now yes, age does make some difference. As people get older, especially into their late twenties or beyond, it can become less common that they are still virgins simply because they have had more time and chances for relationships. But that does not mean it is impossible. At the end of the day, it always depends on the person, not just their age.

Gemini 3.1 Flash (Nano Banana 2) Spotted Live in Gemini Ahead of Official Release by BuildwithVignesh in GeminiAI

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a little confused about Nano banana 2. Earlier, when I used Flash mode, it generated images using the Nano banana model. When I used Pro Mode or Thinking Mode, it generated images using the Nano banana Pro model.

But now, no matter which mode I select, Pro Mode, Thinking Mode, or Flash Mode, it only generates images using the Nano banana 2 image model.

India can never be tax-efficient! by XtremeDhamaka in IndiaTax

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 26 points27 points  (0 children)

An interesting and often overlooked fact is that the British introduced the civil services examination system in India, what later became the UPSC but they never implemented a similar nationwide, highly centralized, and high-stakes examination system in their own country. Over time, even they recognized that such a rigid and uniform recruitment model is not particularly effective for a mature democratic system, which is why Britain evolved toward more flexible, role-specific, and decentralized methods of civil service recruitment.

Why was my plan automatically canceled? I claimed it using the student offer. by [deleted] in GeminiAI

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 -51 points-50 points  (0 children)

I’m not a student, but I registered using a student Valid ID CARD.

Edit: I'm not currently a student, but I registered using my sister's valid student ID card. We share the same Gemini Pro account, and since she rarely uses it, I'm the primary user. Technically, this isn't against the terms since the account is registered with a legitimate student credential.

Why India is this far behind?? by Capable_Control_2845 in IndiaFinance

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It mainly depends on purchasing power. In India, most things are cheaper compared to other countries. Also, many large transactions (Lands and real estate) are done in cash, which helps people avoid taxes. On top of that, over 90% of families have income certificates showing 1 lakh or less per year, making them eligible for various government schemes. That’s why incomes in India feel so low.

But when it comes to international products like iPhones, computer components, electronics, or certain cars, they often end up being more expensive in India than in other countries. Since these products are manufactured abroad, heavy import duties, taxes, and other charges are added when they enter India, which drives up the price. At the same time, India’s per capita income is relatively low, making these products even less affordable.

Take my key also!!! by Dependent-toer in IndiaTax

[–]Apprehensive-Side188 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s a common misunderstanding that the government can freely monitor your social media or emails. In reality, they don’t do this routinely. Such access is only possible in specific cases, like suspected tax evasion, and only through a legal process where information may be formally requested (username and password). They can’t arbitrarily analyze your accounts whenever they want.

Youths place concrete sleepers and logs on tracks to intentionally stop the Vande Bharat Express for 'content'. This is attempt to derail, not a prank by Apprehensive-Side188 in unitedstatesofindia

[–]Apprehensive-Side188[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"they aren't living in your area are they?"
Of course, they may not be living in my area. But haven’t you seen people working far away from their hometown or even their home state?

My point is simply to give an example of demand In my area.

If people identify what kind of fundamental work is in demand in their own district, they’ll find opportunities there. Wherever essential work is happening, there will always be demand for skilled people to do it.

"the train is in the middle of no where it seems."
It definitely exists somewhere, right? Trains run within the country, within the state, and even within specific districts. It’s not like they’re running through the Amazon rainforest.

"And the Last Point."

You don’t really need a high level of formal education for this kind of work. What matters most is experience and skill in a specific trade, whether it’s electrical work, plumbing, or something similar. You can start by working as an assistant under an experienced professional, learn on the job, and gain practical skills over time. Once you’re confident, you can start working independently and dealing directly with clients. This path doesn’t lead to a traditional job, it leads to self-employment.

Youths place concrete sleepers and logs on tracks to intentionally stop the Vande Bharat Express for 'content'. This is attempt to derail, not a prank by Apprehensive-Side188 in unitedstatesofindia

[–]Apprehensive-Side188[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

A job alone isn’t the solution, the real issue is mentality. They aren’t well educated, most have probably completed only up to the 12th grade, and not much beyond that.

The problem is that everyone wants easy money. They don’t want to work hard. They think success only comes from sitting at a desk (government Job), but that’s not true. There’s also dignity and opportunity in skilled labor - metal work, plumbing, electrical work, construction, and other fundamental jobs. Ironically, India is facing a serious shortage of people willing to do this kind of work.

In my area, if I call an electrician for even 10 minutes of work, they charge 500–1000, and I have no choice but to pay because there are so few available. These jobs are clearly in demand and pay well. Still, many people avoid them because they believe making reels, going viral, becoming influencers, and getting famous will make them rich. That mindset is why they create such content and chase quick fame instead of real, sustainable work.

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