Technology, Mobiles tabs, 26th Oct 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 26 Oct 2018

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 26 Oct 2018

Mahinda Rajapaksa was on Friday sworn in as the new Prime Minister by President Maithripala Sirisena. (Photo: Twitter | @PresRajapaksa)

Ex-Lankan prez Rajapaksa becomes new PM amid political drama

The development came after Sirisena's UPFA announced quitting current unity govt with PM Ranil Wickremesinghe's UNP.

26 Oct 2018 9:14 PM

This image obtained on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, and provided by ABC News shows a package addressed to former CIA head John Brennan and an explosive device that was sent to CNN's New York office. (Photo: AP)

One arrested over suspicious package bombs sent to Obama, Clinton: report

Several US media outlets reported that the suspect was taken into custody for questioning in Florida.

26 Oct 2018 9:13 PM

The Helio P70 comes with a 4G LTE modem and 300MBit/s of download performance.

MediaTek brings new Helio P70 for mid-range devices

Helio P70 offers enhanced AI and upgraded CPU as well as GPU offers higher performance.

26 Oct 2018 9:09 PM

The company asserts that gamers can swing into action with game-augmenting audio thanks to the comfortable fidelity of the EMIX H30 and immense power of the SOLOX F30.

ADATA launches EMIX H30 gaming headset with SOLOX F30 amplifier

The EMIX H30 has oversized ear cushions within which sit 53mm drivers.

26 Oct 2018 9:08 PM

The incumbent spokesperson Swaranashree Rao Rajashekar's controversial tweet came in response to a remark made by former navy chief Admiral Arun Prakash. (Photo: Twitter | @payyaboy)

Defence Ministry spokesperson sent on leave after tweet on military sparks outrage

The ministry appointed Col Aman Anand, who is the spokesperson of the Indian Army at present, as the acting Official Spokesperson.

26 Oct 2018 8:55 PM

Google’s newest Chromecast also supports streaming in 1080p at 60 frames per second.

Google launches the new Chromecast for Rs 3,499

The new Chromecast and Google Home work seamlessly together.

26 Oct 2018 8:54 PM

The company says that one can experience surround sound of multiplexes with 5.1 Dolby Digital and DTS encoding technology that is claimed to offer detailed surround sound effect, making every little sound loud and clear.

Truvison unveils 5.1 speaker system for Rs 5,999

Driven by 130000 Watts PMPO and 95W RMS, the power is claimed to bring the explosive cinematic sound quality to your home.

26 Oct 2018 8:51 PM

The temple witnessed high drama recently with around a dozen women in the 10-50 age group being prevented by protesting devotees from entering it after the doors were opened for all women following the apex court verdict. (Photo: File)

Kerala HC raps govt, says heavy price to be paid if innocent devotees are held

Police have arrested more than 1,400 people in connection with Sabarimala protests and registered 450 cases over the past few days.

26 Oct 2018 8:47 PM

The company to invest over $5 billion in India for the Wi-Fi project in the next three to five years.

BSNL announces India’s first 3D smartphone

BSNL will also go with 25 city-wide Wi-Fi Networks.

26 Oct 2018 8:45 PM

The new camera offers a zoom range from 24mm1 at the wide end up to 720mm1 super-telephoto.

Sony launches Travel High Zoom cameras

Designed for users who want a camera that can be carried at all times, the new models are packaged in the world’s smallest body.

26 Oct 2018 8:26 PM

The Aspire 5 line has been updated to include a new model with Intel Whiskey Lake Processor.

Acer announces new ultrabooks with Intel Whiskey Lake processors

The Swift series of Ultra slim notebooks gets refreshed with cinema screens and narrow bezels.

26 Oct 2018 8:17 PM

This is important because it adds to the body of literature that indicates that whole foods work just as well as protein supplementation (Photo: AFP)

Research shows cottage cheese may be a healthy option for snacking

This is one of the first nutrition studies where participants consumed a whole food as opposed to a protein shake.

26 Oct 2018 8:01 PM

Google has chosen SHAREit as one of its first peer-to-peer sharing app partners

Google has recently chosen SHAREit as its first peer-to-peer sharing app to start its security metadata program integration.

26 Oct 2018 7:57 PM

The update is titled 0.9.0 and is available to download on the Google Play Store and App Store.

PUBG MOBILE the scary new Halloween update

The Halloween update for PUBG MOBILE features holiday-themed content, gameplay balance changes, new challenges and more.

26 Oct 2018 7:50 PM

22-year-old Rajendra Singh was provided immediate medical assistance and taken to 92 Base Hospital where he succumbed to injuries. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

22-yr-old soldier killed as protesters hurl stones at Army convoy in J&K

Rajendra Singh was part of Quick Reaction Team which was providing security cover to BRO convoy on Thursday.

26 Oct 2018 7:04 PM

In his communication to RMM members on Tuesday, Rajinikanth had said that he was committed to ushering in change in political horizon sans the trappings of money and lure of posts. (Photo: File)

'Rajinikanth has become puppet, supported by communal elements': DMK

DMK's mouthpiece questioned Rajinikanth on his recent statement about RMM, a pre-cursor forum to his political party.

26 Oct 2018 6:34 PM

The new feature is already available for iPhone users on stable 2.18.100 version, however, Android is yet to receive the new update.

WhatsApp rolls out a new feature for Android and iOS

WhatsApp has added a new feature to improve your chatting experience and to make it more engaging.

26 Oct 2018 6:33 PM

JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar and BJP President Amit Shah on Friday after the meeting. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

Equal seats for BJP, JD(U) in Bihar for 2019 Lok Sabha polls: Amit Shah

The BJP president said that details about the exact number of seats will be revealed in the coming days.

26 Oct 2018 6:21 PM

The country's reserve position with the IMF also declined by USD 12.3 million to USD 2.495 billion.

Forex reserves down by USD 942 million to USD 393.523 billion

Forex reserves had touched a record high of USD 426.028 billion in the week to April 13, 2018.

26 Oct 2018 6:08 PM

8 killed, 3 injured in blast at firecracker factory in UP’s Budaun

Firefighters reached the spot and rescue operations are underway.

26 Oct 2018 6:01 PM

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