Technology, Mobiles tabs, 2nd Jul 2018, News & Stories from India

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Addressing the gathering, Delhi CM Kejriwal termed the 'Happiness Curriculum' as the third stage of reforms in education sector initiated by his government after infrastructure development and motivation of teachers at the government schools. (Photo: PTI)

Kejriwal, Dalai Lama launch 'Happiness Curriculum' for Delhi schools

'By reviving this ancient knowledge, India can become the modern Guru,' Dalai Lama said.

02 Jul 2018 5:03 PM

The S Pen could help Note 9 owners set self-timers for the camera and also act as a controller for music playback. (Representative Image: Note 8)

Galaxy Note 9's S Pen could sport Bluetooth: Report

The new S Pen is expected to act as a wireless controller for may special services.

02 Jul 2018 5:02 PM

I wish to put up a board proclaiming no entry for uncle Nitish Kumar here, at this bungalow, Tej Pratap, elder son of Lalu Prasad, said.(Photo: File)

Want 'no entry' board for uncle Nitish Kumar at house: RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav

Reacting to remark, JD(U)'s Neeraj Kumar said the language used by RJD leader reflects the values he has grown up with.

02 Jul 2018 4:50 PM

A new tax on social media has taken effect in Uganda, angering many who see the revenue measure as an attack on free speech.

Uganda implements new tax for using social media

social media users now must pay upfront a daily levy of Shs 200 (5 cents).

02 Jul 2018 4:45 PM

The BSE Sensex fell 159 points to end at 35,264.41 on Monday on profit booking in recent gainers led by metal, power and infrastructure stocks amid weak global cues. (Photo: AP)

Sensex sheds 159 points on weak global cues, profit-booking

The NSE Nifty also slumped below the 10,700-mark.

02 Jul 2018 4:35 PM

The government has cleared sale of Air India and several other loss-making public sector companies but that they are yet to be sold is the "result of timing and process, Modi said. (Photo: PTI)

Govt has done what it had to with 'utmost sincerity' for Air India: Modi

Civil aviation ministry had said the government was committed to strategic disinvestment of Air India.

02 Jul 2018 4:30 PM

The testicles need to be several degrees cooler than the rest of the body to produce sperm effectively

Cyclists in tight shorts 'put fertility at risk'; says study

Men who wear skintight cycling shorts could be harming their chances of getting their partner pregnant, experts have warned.

02 Jul 2018 4:26 PM

The Supreme Court has posted the matter for hearing on July 17. (Photo: File/PTI)

Submit affidavit detailing time frame for appointment of Lokpal: SC to Centre

The apex court also asked govt to file affidavit in 10 days giving details of steps which are likely to be taken for appointing Lokpal.

02 Jul 2018 4:20 PM

It makes sense for cancer survivors to get as much exercise as they can manage. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercise may help childhood cancer survivors live longer

In cancer survivors, cancer treatment causes what we consider to be an accelerated aging process.

02 Jul 2018 4:17 PM

The new method removes this risk and could also work for girls, because they are born with a life supply of immature eggs. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists create ‘artificial ovary’ to help women left infertile from cancer therapy

Researchers extracted patients’ immature eggs and grew them in biological “scaffolding” created in a lab.

02 Jul 2018 4:12 PM

There is a global effort to unlock the secrets behind resistance to immunotherapy. (Photo: Pixabay)

Not all cancer drugs work

DNA methylation is an epigenetic mechanism that plays a key role in switching genes "on" or "off".

02 Jul 2018 4:11 PM

The organ will help women produce eggs naturally (Photo: AFP)

Scientists create artificial ovary for women left unable to have children

Young girls who haven’t undergone puberty may become sterile even before ovaries can produce eggs due to chemotherapy drugs.

02 Jul 2018 4:09 PM

Work stress is particularly harmful for those with problems in the cardiovascular and metabolic systems, such as those with diabetes. (Photo: AFP)

Work stress may be deadly for men with heart disease and diabetes

People with chronic health problems like heart disease and diabetes tend to experience more depression.

02 Jul 2018 4:05 PM

The picture in question features Arjun Kapoor and Anshula along with their father Boney Kapoor, and more importantly, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor — Sridevi’s daughters.

Is Arjun Kapoor getting married soon? His response will surprise and overwhelm you

Arjun will be next seen in 'Namastey England', 'Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar', 'India's Most Wanted' and 'Panipat'.

02 Jul 2018 3:59 PM

Retail inflation for industrial workers remained flat at 3.96 per cent in May compared to 3.97 per cent in April this year, a Labour Ministry statement said on Monday.

Retail inflation for industrial workers remains flat at 3.96 pc in May

The all-India CPI-IW for May, 2018 increased by 1 point and pegged at 289.

02 Jul 2018 3:59 PM

The survey analyses the state of preparedness of Indian companies basis the rules mandated under GDPR.

Most firms believe GDPR to bring sense of privacy: Survey

The survey was conducted by Deloitte in alliance with Data Security Council of India (DSCI).

02 Jul 2018 3:54 PM

A bench comprising Chief Justice Dipak Misra and justices AM Khanwilkar and DY Chandrachud considered the submissions of senior advocate V Shekhar that the petitions be listed before a five-judge constitution bench for final adjudication. (Photo: File)

SC agrees for urgent listing of pleas against ‘nikah halala’, polygamy

The bench, meanwhile, allowed additional solicitor general Tushar Mehta, appearing for Centre, to file a response to petition on the issue.

02 Jul 2018 3:53 PM

State Bank of India (SBI) on Monday announced appointment of Arijit Basu as the Managing Director.

Arijit Basu takes charge as Managing Director of SBI

During his tenure, the company successfully listed on the Stock Exchanges in October, 2017.

02 Jul 2018 3:50 PM

The girl, who was allegedly raped on June 26 and left severely injured by two men in Mandsaur, located about 200 km from Indore. (Representational image)

Condition of 8-yr-old Mandsaur rape victim improving: Hospital

'She was able to walk in the ICU today with the help of medical personnel. She can be sent to general ward from the ICU soon,' doctor said.

02 Jul 2018 3:46 PM

The SC had earlier allowed the Centre to operationalise the nuclear plant subject to compliance with various safety measures including the safe storage of the spent nuclear fuel. (Photo: File)

SC extends time to set up of safe storage facility at Kudankulam plant till Apr 2022

The apex court extended the time for the NPCIL to set up the ‘Away From Reactor Facility’ to store the spent nuclear fuel.

02 Jul 2018 3:40 PM

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