Technology, Mobiles tabs, 19th Mar 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 19 Mar 2018

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 19 Mar 2018

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in his two separate apology letters, said he regretted making the remarks without any verification and accepted that they were based on 'unfounded allegations'. (Photo: File/PTI)

Post-AAPology, Kejriwal cleared in defamation cases filed by Gadkari, Amit Sibal

Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia was also acquitted in the defamation case lodged by Sibal after he too tendered an apology.

19 Mar 2018 9:22 PM

'Our government will come up with four lakh jobs in as many as 64 departments ranging from police constables to sub-inspectors, block development officers and revenue officials,' Adityanath claimed. (Photo: Twitter | @myogiadityanath)

Yogi Adityanath's 1 year in office: UP CM announces 4 lakh jobs

'Today I can say that UP, where there was no law and order and anarchy was prevalent, is witnessing a change,' UP CM said.

19 Mar 2018 9:17 PM

Of the four nations assessed by HSBC to be most vulnerable, India has said climate change could cut agricultural incomes, particularly unirrigated areas that would be hit hardest by rising temperatures and decline in rainfall. (Photo: AP | Representational)

India most vulnerable to climate change, Pak ranks 2nd: report

The five countries least vulnerable to climate change risk are Finland, Sweden, Norway, Estonia and New Zealand.

19 Mar 2018 8:58 PM

Bichen Wu, center, and Ed Walker use a laptop to determine what a autonomous bulldozer is seeing at Built Robotics. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Robots break new ground in construction industry

Tech startups are developing self-driving bulldozers, drones to inspect work sites and robot bricklayers.

19 Mar 2018 8:49 PM

ISRO Chairman AS Kiran Kumar said that sustainable systems should be capable of meeting the needs of the current generation without compromising on water, energy and environment for the future. (Photo: PTI)

Use of technology to solve social problems remains underexplored: ISRO chief

The ISRO chairman was speaking at convocation ceremony of Shivaji University. The university awarded degrees to 50,444 students this year.

19 Mar 2018 8:48 PM

'Why does the Mueller team have 13 hardened Democrats, some big Crooked Hillary supporters, and Zero Republicans?', US president Donald Trump tweeted on Sunday. (Photo: File)

Donald Trump keeps up attacks on escalating Russia probe

On Russia probe, US president Donald Trump tweeted, 'A total WITCH HUNT with massive conflicts of interest!'

19 Mar 2018 8:29 PM

With KW300, users can enjoy the experience of the 360-degree working of up to 10 metres.

Astrum launches wireless keyboard with round shaped keycaps

The wireless Bluetooth keyboard comes with an auto power saving feature to maintain the energy surge.

19 Mar 2018 8:27 PM

Besides Dubey, the chargesheet has been filed against five officials of the Canara Bank and a Delhi-based private company Occasions Silver Private limited and its two Directors Kapil Gupta and RK Gupta. (Photo: PTI)

CBI files chargesheet against former Canara Bank official over loan default

The accused allegedly cheated the Canara Bank to the tune of approximately Rs 68.38 crore.

19 Mar 2018 8:20 PM

In the 12-week study, Friedman and colleagues studied mice missing the gene for apolipoprotein E (Photo: AFP)

Research shows possible link between vaping and fatty liver disease

However, the long-term effects of e-cigarettes on liver disease, diabetes, heart disease or stroke are unknown.

19 Mar 2018 8:02 PM

Due to India's decision, the Pakistani pilgrims have been deprived of the opportunity to participate in the Urs, which is of special significance, Foreign Office said in a statement. (Photo: PTI)

Pakistan upset over India's denial of visas for Ajmer Sharif visit

The visit was to take place under 1974 Pak-India Protocol on Visits to Religious Shrines, Foreign Office said in a statement.

19 Mar 2018 8:01 PM

'It was conveyed that the deliberate targeting of innocent civilians, who are located two kilometers away from the forward line of defences, by Pakistan forces using high calibre weapons, is highly deplorable and is condemned in the strongest terms,' MEA said. (Photo: File | Representational)

India summons Pakistan envoy after Poonch shelling kills 5 family members

Pakistan envoy was also told that such heinous acts are against established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct, MEA said.

19 Mar 2018 7:25 PM

Geeks might be disappointed with the fact that it’s built around a MediaTek MT6753 quad-core chipset accompanied by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage.

Tecno Camon iAir review: Good dose of multimedia on a budget

The Tecno Camon iAir offers a big 18:9 display along with front LED selfie flash and an eye-pleasing design for Rs 8,999.

19 Mar 2018 7:21 PM

Katrina Kaif takes pretty selfie with Isabelle, to visit Tamil Nadu school with mom

Katrina Kaif reportedly wanted Salman Khan to back the baby sister, but Bhaijaan isn’t showing much interest.

19 Mar 2018 7:14 PM

The mahayagya will see the burning of nearly 500 quintals of mango tree wood during the Navratri. (Photo: Twitter/ANI)

500 quintal mango wood to be burnt for UP's pollution curbing 'yagya'

The Shri Ayuchandi Mahayagya Samiti started a nine-day-long mahayagya on Sunday at the Bhainsali grounds in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut.

19 Mar 2018 7:11 PM

Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said, 'Aam Aadmi Party don't want to spend time in legal wrangling.' (Photo: File)

Wish to spend time working for people: Sisodia defends string of apologies

Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said, 'If someone is hurt by our remarks, we will apologise.'

19 Mar 2018 6:56 PM

The registrar of the university has sought a detailed report in connection with the incident, while a police investigation is underway. (Photo: ANI)

Black ink smeared on SP Mukherjee nameplate in WB's Presidency varsity

On March 6 right after BJP won the state Assembly elections in Tripura a statue of Vladimir Lenin was razed in Agartala.

19 Mar 2018 6:37 PM

Fake drugs are a common problem across Africa (Photo: AFP)

Fake Hepatitis B vaccine found at health facities in Uganda

The scandal has fueled concerns about corruption in a health sector long plagued by malfeasance.

19 Mar 2018 6:20 PM

In her memoir, Nisha Jose writes that her harasser 'touched her feet accidentally three to four times' while shifting in his seat. (Photo: Twitter/@Nishajose6)

Kerala MP wife's #MeToo story in memoir sparks political controversy

In her book, Nisha Jose has described how she was sexually harassed during a train journey in 2012.

19 Mar 2018 6:15 PM

The smart TV comes with two HDMI ports, internet supported in-built apps and Wi-Fi.

TRUVISON launches 40-inch smart LED TV in India

The new 40-inch TV sports a panel with 1920x1080 pixel resolution, with a dynamic contrast ratio of 300000:1.

19 Mar 2018 6:10 PM

Apart from improving energy levels, these activities also help people cope with anxiety and depression (Photo: AP)

Finnish lifestyle trend asks people to build strength by taking a plunge in frigid water

Sisu works on how simple things which can be easily included in day to day life enable people to build strength by challenging them.

19 Mar 2018 6:09 PM

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