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Website plugins such as Facebooks Like button are a common feature of online retail as companies seek to promote their products on popular social networks, but critics fear the data transfer may breach privacy laws. (Photo: AFP)

International committee calls for pause on false political ads online

The meeting was attended by lawmakers from Australia, Finland, Estonia, Georgia, Singapore, the UK and United States.

8 Nov 2019 12:04 PM IST

Supreme Court of India (Photo: File)

Karnataka rebel MLAs seek deferment of bypolls on December 5

The bench asked Rohatgi to file the plea and said that they will later consider what to do.

8 Nov 2019 12:03 PM IST

The dispute involves 2.77 acres of land in Ayodhya, which right-wing activists believe was the birthplace of Lord Ram. A 16th Century mosque - said to have been built by the Mughal Emperor Babur -- which stood at the spot was razed in December 1992 by right-wing activists. (Photo: PTI)

'No processions or slogans' Hindu groups issue advisory ahead of...

The Centre on Thursday issued an alert to all states and union territories about posting adequate security at sensitive...

8 Nov 2019 12:01 PM IST

Rashmika Mandanna

Rashmika Mandanna slams troll for calling her 'dagar'; read story

A troll shared a collage of her childhood photos and called her a 'dagar', which means prostitute in Kannada.

8 Nov 2019 12:00 PM IST

Even if companies can continue to sell components without being subject to US restrictions, any disruption to Huaweis operations will have a knock-on effect on its suppliers. (Photo: AP)

US official criticises countries 'opening their arms' to Chinese 5G

He singled out Huawei saying Chinese firms can't be trusted because of laws compelling them to cooperate with China's...

8 Nov 2019 12:00 PM IST

A statement from the Union minister for information technology instead said India had asked WhatsApp to explain what the nature of the breach was and what it was doing to protect the privacy of Indians.

WhatsApp adds shopping catalog feature, courting e-commerce

WhatsApp's catalogue feature is available for users in Brazil, Germany, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Britain and the United...

8 Nov 2019 11:54 AM IST

Delhi Capitals get R Ashwin from Kings XI Punjab for Rs 1.5 crore and...

Besides Suchith, KXIP had also asked Delhi for New Zealand pacer Trent Boult as part of the Ashwin trade-off but that...

8 Nov 2019 11:54 AM IST

Realmes upcoming true wireless earbuds were teased by the companys Philippines Twitter handle.

Realme AirPods killer coming soon to steal Apple's share of the pie

The Realme Wireless Youth Buds are expected to launch alongside the Realme X2 Pro.

8 Nov 2019 11:47 AM IST

The SBI has announced the launch of its UK subsidiary, SBI (UK) Limited, with an initial capital commitment of 225 million pounds from its parent entity.

SBI steeply slashes deposit rates; lowers lending rates marginally

This is the seventh consecutive cut in lending rates by the bank this fiscal.

8 Nov 2019 11:45 AM IST

At present, we dont find any possibility of Presidents rule in the state. There is process and the Governor will go through it. Being the single largest party, BJP has to stake claim to form the government, Aney said. (Photo: File | ANI)

'Unlikely': Constitutional expert rules out President's rule in...

Even after getting required numbers, there has been delay in cobbling up coalition as Sena has insisted a '50-50'...

8 Nov 2019 11:44 AM IST

On the domestic front, Air India is introducing new flights on BhopalPuneBhopal route and Varanasi-Chennai-Varanasi from June 5, 2019.

Taking steps to protect interests of employees: Air India chief on...

The government is planning to invite bids for the national carrier next month.

8 Nov 2019 11:42 AM IST

So far, the cells have survived and have been multiplying as intended. (Photo: AP)

US tests gene editing tool for cancer cure

Doctors try CRISPR gene editing for cancer, a 1st in the US.

8 Nov 2019 11:39 AM IST