Technology, Mobiles tabs, 3rd Sep 2018, News & Stories from India

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The broader NSE Nifty closed below the 10,600 mark by plunging by 98.15 points, or 0.84 per cent, at 11,582.35.

Sensex succumbs to late sell-off, ends in red for 4th straight session

Both indices recorded the biggest single day fall since August 2, when the BSE had lost 356.46 points and the NSE Nifty 101.50.

03 Sep 2018 4:18 PM

The Congress and the JD(S) put together have won 1,339 seats that give them a clear edge over the BJP and control of a majority of the ULBs. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

In close fight, slight edge for Congress in Karnataka urban body polls

According to state election commission, Congress has secured 966 seats and BJP has 910 seats in elections.

03 Sep 2018 4:12 PM

'I got over 5000 messages from different parts of the country. Some even from abroad supported this idea and batted for the formation of a statutory body,' Rajbhar concluded. (Photo: ANI)

BJP MP seeks National Commission for men to look into ‘suffering at hands of wives’

BJP MP claimed that he got wide support from men across country after he proposed it during the monsoon session in Parliament last month.

03 Sep 2018 3:46 PM

He says that even if we don't realise it's what we need, it could be doing us some good. (Photo: AFP)

Here's the scientific reason why we’re all obsessed with the Royal family

It turns out that we're comforted by seeing the family carry out their hectic schedules and adhering to strict protocol.

03 Sep 2018 3:41 PM

Delhi has received 35.9 mm rainfall in last 24 hours and the weatherman predicted the downpour to continue throughout the day. (Photo: Twitter | @ANI)

Rains continue in Delhi, waterlogging, traffic jams in many parts of city

The Delhi Traffic Police posted alerts on its Twitter handle to inform commuters about routes to be avoided.

03 Sep 2018 3:41 PM

About 1,800 businesses that were registered under the earlier VAT and service tax regime have applied for migrating to the GST regime.

About 1,800 businesses opt for migration to GST regime

Currently, over 1.15 crore businesses are registered under the GST regime.

03 Sep 2018 3:39 PM

ZenBook Flip 13 and 15 are convertible 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch laptops that are said to be 10% smaller than the previous models.

ASUS announces new ZenBook series notebooks

ASUS has built up on its existing lineup of products and also refreshed the ZenBook, 13, 14 and 15 ultrabooks.

03 Sep 2018 3:27 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Essay cheating rising globally, study suggests

More and more students are paying someone else to write their assignments.

03 Sep 2018 3:19 PM

Contrary to popular belief that rupee depreciation helps exporters, currency volatility not always brings benefits for the fraternity, EEPC India said Monday.

Rupee depreciation not always leads to export growth: EEPC

EEPC said the country's engineering export growth shrunk to single digit at 9.4 per cent in July.

03 Sep 2018 3:11 PM

Lawhead said that as of early Monday, detectives do not have a suspect or a motive in the shooting. No weapons were recovered at the scene, police said. (Photo: File/Representational)

10 including children shot at apartment complex in California

The shooting happened on a hot holiday weekend in the city that is about 60 miles (96 km) east of Los Angeles.

03 Sep 2018 3:08 PM

With the internet taking over a significant portion of our lives, a number of online job opportunities have emerged recently. (Image: Pexels)

These platforms can help students earn extra bucks

Most college goers these days turn to part-time work to earn extra pocket money.

03 Sep 2018 2:57 PM

The relative alleged that her niece was molested by the godman who also threatened to kill her, Deputy Commissioner of Police (south) Vijay Kumar said. (Representational Image)

Self-styled Delhi godman arrested for molesting 15-yr-old in temple

The incident took place on August 17 when the complainant along with her niece and son visited the temple.

03 Sep 2018 2:57 PM

A doctor from a government hospital who visited Hardik Patel on Sunday said he has advised the quota leader to get admitted to the hospital considering his health. (Photo: File | PTI)

On day 9 of hunger strike over quota, Hardik Patel declares his ‘will’

Hardik has divided his property among his parents, sister, 14 youths killed during quota agitation in 2015 and a Panjrapole.

03 Sep 2018 2:51 PM

According to law panel's draft report, an EVM, which includes a control unit, a ballot unit and a VVPAT, costs about Rs 33,200. (Representational Image)

Over Rs 4,500 Cr needed to buy EVMs for ‘imminent’ simultaneous polls: Law panel

In draft report, law panel said as of now there is shortfall of 12.9 lakh ballot units, 9.4 lakh control units and about 12.3 lakh VVPATs.

03 Sep 2018 2:46 PM

The social media network's policies prohibit terrorists from using its services, and it uses detection technologies and a growing team of moderators to find and remove content. (Photo: Representational | File)

Facebook 'terrorism' definition 'overly broad': UN expert

Facebook's definition equates all non-state groups that use violence in pursuit of any goals or ends to terrorist entities.

03 Sep 2018 2:44 PM

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas in India few weeks ago.

Priyanka Chopra turns personal photographer for beau Nick Jonas, see photo

The newly engaged couple was recently spotted holidaying in Mexico.

03 Sep 2018 2:40 PM

It is the latest addition to Google's continued efforts at combating false advertising arising out of its platform.

Google takes steps to curb tech support scam ads

The search giant noted in its blog that there has been a rise in misleading ad experiences from third-party tech support providers.

03 Sep 2018 2:17 PM

This military technique could put an end to insomnia

And it only takes 120 seconds to put you to sleep.

03 Sep 2018 2:08 PM

Maharashtra Congress chief Ashok Chavan broke a 'dahi handi' (an earthen pot), symbolising the alleged 'sins' of the two governments, while leading the protest at Karad here in the state. (Photo: File)

People will break dahi handi of govt's 'sins' in 2019: Ashok Chavan

Party leaders and activists carried banners, having a message that the handi of government's 'sins' has got filled to the brim.

03 Sep 2018 2:04 PM

Vedanta Resources Plc Chairman Anil Agarwal will take the London-listed miner private on October 1, after the holders of 26 per cent of shares agreed to sell to his family trust Volcan Investments.

Vedanta Resources Chairman Anil Agarwal to take miner private on October 1

Volcan now holds or has received acceptances for 92.31 per cent of Vedanta’s shares.

03 Sep 2018 2:01 PM

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