Technology, Mobiles tabs, 3rd Aug 2017, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 03 Aug 2017

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Delhi: Man commits suicide in toilet of police station

Following the incident, the judicial magistrate and the sub-divisional magistrate of the area were called on the spot.

03 Aug 2017 1:03 PM

While type 2 usually develops with age, a marked increase in the disease all across the world over past 50 years is still not clear (Photo: Pixabay)

New study says type 2 diabetes could be transmitted like mad cow disease

According to experts method is akin to deposit of misfolded IAAp proteins in pancreas of individuals.

03 Aug 2017 1:01 PM

Nearly 2,300 CPWD buildings in Delhi 'unsafe'

The number of unsafe or dangerous buildings under the New Delhi Municipal Council stands at 124, Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said.

03 Aug 2017 12:55 PM

Currently, the ad blocker is pretty basic and does not offer customisation, with users only allowed to enable or disable the service form the browser settings. The Ads section is off by default, so the users need to toggle the option to on.

Google puts Chrome in Android with adblocker in place

The new Google Chrome ad blocker will soon be making its way to all browser versions, including the mobile and desktop.

03 Aug 2017 12:49 PM

Justin Bieber had recently performed in India as part of the tour. (Photo: AFP)

'I want to be sustainable': Justin Bieber opens up on Purpose tour cancellation

The star took to Instagram to share a lengthy note for his fans explaining his decision.

03 Aug 2017 12:34 PM

Karnataka Energy minister D K Shivakumar at his residence in Bengaluru on Wednesday.The Income Tax Department conducted searches at multiple properties in connection with a tax evasion case. (Photo: PTI)

After K'taka minister, I-T raids his father-in-law's residence

The I-T department on Wednesday had raided 64 locations linked to Shivakumar and recovered Rs 10 cash.

03 Aug 2017 12:33 PM

Globally gold fell 0.31 per cent to USD 1,262.30 an ounce in Singapore.

Gold futures fall 0.51 per cent on global cues

Gold is trading at Rs 28,444 per 10 grams in futures trading on Thursday tracking a weak trend overseas.

03 Aug 2017 12:33 PM

People who are thin and carry little extra weight on their hips and thighs have a lower risk of heart attack, stroke or diabetes (Photo: AP)

Women who have big buttocks have lower risk of heart diseases

According to researchers, pear shaped body helps in staving fat off from heart and liver thus protecting women from diseases.

03 Aug 2017 12:31 PM

Coldplay, led by Chris Martin, had performed in India few months ago. (Photo: AP)

Watch: Coldplay honours Chester Bennington with 'Crawling' cover

Bennington's band mate, rapper Mike Shinoda, posted a video of the performance on his Instagram page.

03 Aug 2017 12:24 PM

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani (Photo: AP)

New US sanctions violate nuclear deal: Iran vows for 'proportional reaction'

Iran has no diplomatic relations or direct trade links with the United States so its options are limited.

03 Aug 2017 12:23 PM

Google says that they have been working hard to change this male:female ratio of new Internet users in rural India by introducing the Internet Saathi program.

Internet Saathi: Google empowers women in 100,000 villages

India has taken the lead to become the fastest growing Internet user market in the world.

03 Aug 2017 12:21 PM

Daniel Craig played James Bond in the latest film 'Spectre.'

James Bond 25 titled Shatterhand, blind villain opposite protagonist?

Bond will be journeying to Croatia for a film based on the 2001 novel 'Never Dream of Dying' by Raymond Benson.

03 Aug 2017 12:19 PM

The Prime Minister needs to take leverage of his party’s presence in 18 of 29 states to make land reforms, acquire land, bring in companies and also aid labour reforms. (Photo: File)

RBI's rate-cut puts onus of economic growth back on Modi govt

Bad corporate loans, slow factory output, farm loan waivers and disruption of supply chain due to GST could disrupt India’s growth.

03 Aug 2017 12:19 PM

Neymar was also part of Barcelona's 'MSN' strikeforce, which also features Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. (Photo: AP)

Neymar confirms Barcelona exit with emotional response to Messi's message

Responding to Messi's Instagram post, Neymar 'I'll miss you mate!' message.

03 Aug 2017 12:06 PM

SC asked the Gujarat Congress why it was so late in raising the question as EC had issued the notification in Jan 2014. (Photo: PTI/File)

SC rejects Congress plea, refuses to stay NOTA in Rajya Sabha poll

The apex court however, agreed to examine constitutional validity of EC's notification to give an option of NOTA in elections.

03 Aug 2017 11:55 AM

Koena Mitra's botched cosmetic surgery is often termed as reason for their career going downhill.

Koena Mitra files complaint against man for harassing her on calls

A case was registered against the unidentified man under section 509 following the actress' complaint.

03 Aug 2017 11:46 AM

The woman was rushed her to an Agra hospital from where she was released after first-aid but she died on the way home. (Photo: Representational/File)

Agra: Mentally-challenged woman beaten to death on suspicion of being 'witch'

The incident occurred Tuesday night when Maan Devi went outside her house to relieve herself.

03 Aug 2017 11:42 AM

Bhambri, 2009 Australian Open Junior Championship, will now face Guido Pella of Argentina for a place in the quarter-finals.

Yuki Bhambri stuns Gael Monfils to enter pre-quarterfinal of Citi Open

Bhambri defeated Monfils 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 in a second round contest that lasted for almost two hours.

03 Aug 2017 11:42 AM

India will figure among the top three economic powers in the world over the next 10-15 years, said Cisco Executive Chairman John Chambers. (Representational Image)

India to feature among top 3 economic powers in 10-15 years: John Chambers

The executive chairman of Cisco also said that India will grow with the strength of its democracy and partnerships.

03 Aug 2017 11:27 AM

SRK not brand ambassador, no legal notice yet: Spokesperson on complaint against him

The superstar's spokesperson has reacted to the complaint filed against him for endorsing a 'faulty' shaving cream.

03 Aug 2017 11:17 AM

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