Technology, Mobiles tabs, 6th Nov 2019, News & Stories from India

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There was no end to Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal's lackluster run of form as the Olympic bronze-medallist crashed out of China Open here on Wednesday following a straight-game opening-round defeat to local favourite Cai Yan Yan. (Photo: File)

China Open: Husband Kashyap cruises into second round, wife Saina bows out

The World No.9 Saina lost 9-21 12-21 in the women's singles clash that lasted just 24 minutes to make an early exit.

06 Nov 2019 12:08 PM

About 60 per cent of TikTok’s 26.5 million monthly active users in the United States are between the ages of 16 and 24, the company said this year.

TikTok stresses its independence from China but US lawmakers are unconvinced

TikTok has been growing more popular among US teenagers at a time of rising tensions between US and China.

06 Nov 2019 12:07 PM

Executives told Reuters they will also detail safety measures, including stepped-up advisories for recipients of unwanted content.

Facebook will widen access to encryption feature, test safety measures

The moves follow complaints by top law enforcement officials in the United States, United Kingdom and Australia.

06 Nov 2019 12:02 PM

Ahead of the first ODI of the three-match series against Afghanistan, former Windies cricketer Vivian Richards has backed Kieron Pollard in his first assignment as 50-over captain. (Photo:AP)

Vivian Richards backs Pollard in his first assignment as ODI captain

Pollard last played an ODI match in October 2016 against Pakistan.

06 Nov 2019 11:57 AM

You have to work hard to add freshness to comedy films, says Anil Kapoor

The actor said casting is crucial in comedy films, which often doesn't depend on an artiste's timing.

06 Nov 2019 11:45 AM

While there are no officially revealed 0plans of the watch making an appearance outside China, Xiaomi will likely not let the opportunity to sell such a hyped product internationally.

Xiaomi's Mi watch is a great Apple Watch alternative that costs less than half the price

The Mi Watch will go on sale in China from November 11 starting at about USD 185.

06 Nov 2019 11:44 AM

The incidence of cancer was compared between more than 1.4 million patients who did not undergo bariatric surgery and nearly 250,000 patients who did. (Photo: ANI)

Bariatic surgery can increase risk of breast cancer

Weight-loss surgery likely to cause genetic risk for developing breast cancer.

06 Nov 2019 11:25 AM

Bedi was referring to a similar incident that had taken place during her tenure as the deputy police commissioner in 1988. (Photo: File)

Men, women in uniform need to be protected by seniors: Kiran Bedi on police protests

Bedi faced similar situation in Jan 1988 when a lawyer arrested for theft was brought to Delhi's Tis Hazari court in handcuffs.

06 Nov 2019 11:10 AM

Using rigorous statistical analysis and machine learning, accurate prediction models were created and integrated into the new Individualized Diabetes Complication (IDC) Risk Calculator. (Photo: ANI)

Web calculator can now predict complications from diabetes, obesity

Risk calculator predicts risk of death, complications from diabetes and obesity.

06 Nov 2019 11:00 AM

Arsenal manager Unai Emery confirmed on Tuesday that Granit Xhaka has been stripped of the club captaincy after an emotional outburst towards supporters. (Photo:AFP)

Granit Xhaka stripped of Arsenal captaincy

The Swiss international swore and threw the captain's armband to the floor after being booed as he was substituted against Crystal Palace.

06 Nov 2019 10:53 AM

The carry-your-whole- life-with-you- totes is a departure from the mini and micro bags that have been in vogue over the past few months. (Photo: ANI)

Micro bags make way for oversized totes

Oversized bags the next big thing!

06 Nov 2019 10:37 AM

The people over at SamMobile appear to have uncovered the potential design of the Galaxy S10 Lite in a patent.

First look at Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

Samsung is widely expected to debut a ‘Lite” variant of the Galaxy S10 and it will come with some interesting features.

06 Nov 2019 10:32 AM

Akshay Kumar and Nupur Sanon. (Image Courtesy: Twitter/ @akshaykumar)

Akshay Kumar puts up premier poster of debut music video 'Filhall'

The song will feature the 'Khiladi' actor alongside Kriti Sanon's sister Nupur. The song is crooned by Punjabi singer B Praak.

06 Nov 2019 10:29 AM

Amid the stalemate continuing over government formation in the state, Raut told reporters here that no fresh proposal has been received from the BJP or sent to it. (Photo: ANI)

Why new proposals, stick to what was discussed before polls: Sena's Raut

Raut said, 'We will not be responsible for it. Those conspiring to do this are insulting the people's mandate.'

06 Nov 2019 10:24 AM

Weakening of the US dollar vis-a-vis other currencies overseas and easing crude oil prices supported the domestic unit and restricted the fall.

Rupee slips 15 paise to 70.84 against USD in early trade

The dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, fell by 0.07 per cent to 97.91.

06 Nov 2019 10:23 AM

The rear camera setup has five cameras consisting of a 108MP Samsung ISOCELL Bright HMX sensor, which was developed in collaboration with Samsung.

Xiaomi’s 5-camera flagship killer is here with a 108MP main sensor

While only available in China for now, we expect the device to be soon made available in international markets as the Mi Note 10 Pro.

06 Nov 2019 10:19 AM

Australia pacer Pat Cummins will be rested for the third T20I against Pakistan to prepare for the first Test match, confirms coach Justin Langer. (Photo:AP)

Pat Cummins given rest for third T20I against Pakistan

Cummins featured in both the previous T20Is against Pakistan.

06 Nov 2019 10:16 AM

According to traders, stock-specific action amid lack of directional cues kept market sentiment subdued.

Sensex falls over 100 points; Sun Pharma rallies 5 pc

Tech Mahindra, Yes Bank, Infosys, Vedanta, M&M and L&T too fell up to 1.13 per cent.

06 Nov 2019 10:11 AM

Nirmala Sitharaman said the government's efforts last time were thwarted by the poor numbers in the Upper House. (Photo: File)

We will not miss the bus again, next wave of reforms soon: Sitharaman

Sitharaman on Tuesday said govt will soon use its strong electoral mandate to usher in next wave of reforms.

06 Nov 2019 10:11 AM

Ghost gear is like a zombie in the water; nobody takes out the catch, but it's still catching. (Photo: AFP)

Abandoned fishing objects is major threat to marine animals

'Ghost' fishing gear: the trash haunting ocean wildlife.

06 Nov 2019 10:06 AM

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