Technology, Mobiles tabs, 7th Feb 2019, News & Stories from India

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Ciena’s 5G Network Solutions add scale and network automation to support a new age of mobile connectivity in BSNL.

BSNL, Ciena Join for 5G in India

The 5G trials are expected to take place in any of the preferred Urban Metro Area.

07 Feb 2019 12:44 PM

A built-in 180mAh battery makes sure that monty play music nonstop for more than 8 hours or can talk upto 8 hours on one full charge. It takes less than 3 hours only to charge monty from 0-100% (depending on the charger).

Stuffcool launches monty wireless in-ear headphone with neckband

Monty is built with latest Bluetooth version 5.0 hardware.

07 Feb 2019 12:43 PM

RBI had projected the GDP growth for 2018-19 in the December policy at 7.4 per cent (7.2-7.3 per cent in H2) and at 7.5 per cent for H1:2019-20.

RBI projects 7.4 per cent GDP growth for FY20

GDP growth is likely to be influenced by growth in bank credit and overall financial flows to the commercial sectors.

07 Feb 2019 12:41 PM

Built by EY subject matter and digital learning experts, GST DigiLearn offers 35 training modules with a total duration of 25 hours.

EY launches GST DigiLearn, a cloud-based solution for GST training

The tool provides real-life business case-studies, with a focus on story-based and application-oriented learning approach.

07 Feb 2019 12:41 PM

The central bank on Thursday cut the key repo rate -- at which it lends to banks -- by 0.25 per cent to 6.25 per cent.

RBI cuts inflation forecast to 2.8 pc for Q4 2019; 3.2-3.4 pc for H1FY20

Reserve Bank of India revised downwards the retail inflation forecast to 2.8 per cent.

07 Feb 2019 12:35 PM

SpaceX uses its Falcon 9 rocket, at the top of which is fixed a Dragon capsule specially designed to accommodate astronauts. This capsule is meant to take astronauts to the International Space Station.

US: SpaceX no-load test is delayed

NASA has made SpaceX and Boeing responsible for transporting astronauts starting this year.

07 Feb 2019 12:18 PM

Set a target of 206, Saurashtra folded for 127 in 58.4 overs, giving Vidarbha their second title triumph in the country's marquee first-class tournament. (Photo: PTI)

Vidarbha claim 2nd successive Ranji title, beat Saurashtra in final

Left-arm spinner Aditya Sarwate was the star for Vidarbha, claiming six wickets in his 24 overs in the second innings.

07 Feb 2019 12:11 PM

RBI cuts key rate by 25 bps, changes stance to neutral

Four of six members of the MPC voted to cut the rates, while all six members voted for a change in the stance.

07 Feb 2019 12:08 PM

A bench, headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi, said the cases should be transferred from the Bihar CBI court to a POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Saket trial court within two weeks. (Representational Image)

‘Enough is enough’: SC rebukes Bihar govt in shelter home abuse case

It ordered the Saket trial court to conclude the trial within six months.

07 Feb 2019 12:07 PM

Session replay technology is abusing the iOS platform which can put the user data into a vulnerable spot.

Shocking! Popular apps found secretly recording iPhone screens

A shocking investigation reveals that popular travel apps are recording the screen of iPhone users.

07 Feb 2019 12:05 PM

The companies agreed not to oppose an award of USD 59 million in attorneys’ fees and USD 7 million in costs.

Fiat Chrysler, Bosch agree to pay USD 66 million in diesel legal fees: filing

Fiat Chrysler is paying up to USD 280 million, or 90 pc of the settlement costs, and Bosch is paying USD 27.5 mn, or 10 pc.

07 Feb 2019 11:57 AM

The Bharatiya Janata Party leader made these comments at a book launch event. (Photo: File)

'Fortunate my name didn't come out in the #MeToo movement': Shatrughan Sinha

However, he clarified that he is not making fun of the #MeToo movement and his comments should be taken in the 'right humour'.

07 Feb 2019 11:28 AM

Apple seems to limit the spread of older firmware on its iOS devices in an attempt to keep iPhone and iPad users secure.

iPhone, iPad users — no turning back from iOS 12.1.3

Apple finally blocks downgrading from 12.1.3 to lower versions to prevent jailbreaking.

07 Feb 2019 11:25 AM

Abrol and Squadron Leader Siddhartha Negi, both from Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment, died after their fighter jet crashed. (Photo: Facebook)

Outdated jet for warriors, wine for babus: Brother of killed IAF pilot pens poem

Emotional poem penned by Abrol’s brother Sushant, posted on FB, states it is 'unforgiving' job to be test pilot given the risks it posses.

07 Feb 2019 11:22 AM

Ankit Goswami, resident of Haryana, wanted to meet Akshay Kumar, his favourite Bollywood star, and had travelled to Mumbai only for this purpose , a senior police official said. (Photo: File)

Haryana man Googles Akshay Kumar’s address, tries to break in

He found the actor's address through Google search and tried to enter his house late Monday night but a security guard caught him.

07 Feb 2019 11:21 AM

RBI MPC may change policy stance to neutral this week: experts

Today's policy statement from the RBI will mark first under Governor Das, who took office nearly a week after the last policy meet.

07 Feb 2019 11:17 AM

Monica, the complainant, accused the company of releasing iOS updates for the iPhone which were "specifically designed and programmed to reject, starting on November of 2016, old iPhone chargers from properly charging the iPhones."

Apple accused of blocking old iPhone chargers?

The alert is part of Apple's system that aims to protect iOS devices against potentially dangerous aftermarket accessories.

07 Feb 2019 11:11 AM

Seated two seats up from First Lady Melania Trump, middle school student from Delaware Joshua Trump, not related to the US President, nodded of midway through the State of the Union address. (Photo: AFP)

Joshua Trump’s power nap during State of the Union address goes viral

11-year-old, who is not related to Donald Trump but has been bullied at school because of his surname, had been invited as special guest.

07 Feb 2019 11:06 AM

Tax expenses of the merger entity shot up to Rs 1,999 crore during Q3 of fiscal 2018-19 over Rs 45.4 crore in the July-September period.

Vodafone Idea's loss in Q3 mounts to Rs 4,974 crore

The company's board has approved a rights issue of up to Rs 25,000 crore, it informed stock exchanges.

07 Feb 2019 11:06 AM

Till 28th January 2019, benefits have been given to 1.29 lakh establishments covering 1.05 crore beneficiaries under this scheme.

Over 15 cr Mudra loans sanctioned till January 25: Employment Minister

Under PMMY collateral free loans up to Rs 10 lakh are extended to MSME to set up or expand their business activities.

07 Feb 2019 11:00 AM

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