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

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 07 Aug 2019

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The image caused outrage, serving as a painful reminder of some of the bleakest moments in America's brutally racist past, including the chaining of enslaved people and lynching of blacks in the Jim Crow South in the years after emancipation. (Photo: Facebook)

Photo of officers leading black man by rope in Texas sparks outrage

Others called for the officers to be penalised or fired for 'humiliating' Neely in a manner that recalls extreme acts of racism.

07 Aug 2019 3:17 PM

At least two people have died as Belagavi, Bagalkot, Vijayapura and Raichur districts in the north, Uttara Kannada and Dakshina Kannada in the coast and Shivamogga and Chickamagaluru in the Malnad or hill region have been hit amid torrential rains. (Photo: PTI)

Southern Karnataka on red alert as 15 districts across state hit by floods

Indian Army personnel and NDRF men have been deployed, in Belagavi, Raichur and Bagalkot districts for rescue and relief operations.

07 Aug 2019 3:15 PM

Nach Baliye 9 winner to feature in dance number of Salman Khan's this film; find out

Dabangg 3 also features Sonakshi Sinha and Arbaaz Khan reprising their roles of Rajjo and Makhanchand Pandey, respectively.

07 Aug 2019 3:15 PM

US Special Representative for Syria Engagement, James Jeffrey said that there were some 15,000 active IS terrorists in Syria and Iraq. (Photo: File)

IS has up to 18,000 terrorists in Iraq, Syria: USA

The revelation was made in the 18th Lead Inspector General report on the Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR), issued by the Pentagon.

07 Aug 2019 3:10 PM

The House of Representatives Homeland Security Committee demanded that owner Jim Watkins testify about 8chan’s efforts to tackle. (Photo: Wikipedia)

8chan owner called before US Congress, as latest host drops site

8chan was offline on Tuesday after Seattle-based Epik became the latest provider to cut ties.

07 Aug 2019 3:08 PM

The 19-year-old played a match-winning knock of 34 runs and also scalped three wickets while conceding only 19 runs from his spell. (Photo: AFP)

When Sushma Swaraj's tweet about giving Indian citizenship to Rashid Khan went viral

Sushma Swaraj passed away on Tuesday night after suffering a massive heart attack.

07 Aug 2019 3:05 PM

A series of warning letters were issued to her for supporting the nuns' protest at Ernakulam seeking the arrest of Bishop Mulakkal. (Photo: ANI)

Kerala nun who protested against rape accused bishop dismissed from Church

The nun is, however, entitled to make recourse against the order within ten days.

07 Aug 2019 3:04 PM

The presidential elections in the island nation is scheduled to be held before December 9, 2019, as the incumbent president Sirisena's term of office will end on January 9, 2020. (Photo: ANI)

Still not decided to contest Presidential polls: Sirisena

Sirisena made the statement while addressing the representatives of his party, Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), Daily Mirror reported.

07 Aug 2019 3:03 PM

Rehman allegedly raped the first year MSCS student in Multan and shot a video of the crime. (Representational Image)

Rape accused PML-N lawmaker flees Pakistan fearing arrest

The Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) left for Dubai, UAE on Monday night.

07 Aug 2019 3:00 PM

In order to leverage the advantages of the BBPS and harness its full potential, it has been decided to permit all categories of billers (except prepaid recharges) who provide for recurring bill payments to participate in BBPS on a voluntary basis," the RBI said.

RBI to cover all repetitive bill payments under Bharat Bill Payments System

A detailed guideline in this regard will be issued by September-end.

07 Aug 2019 3:00 PM

NDRF carrying out rescue operations in Kolhapur. (Photo: ANI)

Maharashtra: NDRF deployed in flood-affected Kolhapur; over 1000 people rescued

All schools and colleges are shut in Kolhapur district today as continuous heavy rains have caused a flood-like situation in the state.

07 Aug 2019 2:57 PM

Lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government for creating Jammu and Kashmir as a union territory, Kumar said that the security forces will now be able to deliver properly 'without any undue political interferences'. (Photo: ANI)

'Took 72 yrs to do away with provisions that gave rise to separatism': Ex-J&K DGP

He said that once these steps would be put in place, it will accelerate economic activities, industrialisation and generate jobs in J&K.

07 Aug 2019 2:49 PM

'It's something that doesn't in anyway touch upon or affect the LoC, the international boundary and therefore, doesn't have any impact on our relationship with any other state (country)," said Shringla while speaking on "Contemporary India: Foreign Policy, Development Strategy, and Regional Priorities for Modi 2.0'. (Photo: File | ANI)

Internal matter, won't have impact internationally: envoy on reorganisation of J&K

The Indian Parliament on Tuesday approved a resolution abrogating special status to J&K under Article 370 of the Constitution.

07 Aug 2019 2:46 PM

Spinach and chickpeas are loaded with potassium which lower blood pressure. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

This spinach and chickpea soup can combat hypertension

Packed with potassium and fibre, the soup makes for a tasty dish to fight high blood pressure.

07 Aug 2019 2:46 PM

After this cut, home loans of the bank have become cheaper by 35 bps since April.

SBI lowers lending rates by 15 bps from August 10

The new one-year MCLR or the marginal cost based lending rates will come down to 8.25 per cent from 8.40 pc annum.

07 Aug 2019 2:45 PM

He was asked if the Secretary General believed India's decision to revoke Kashmir's special status is a violation of the UN resolutions. (Photo: File)

UN continues to remain guarded on Kashmir, says chief following developments

The Indian government on Monday revoked Article 370 of the Constitution that gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

07 Aug 2019 2:43 PM

"All the citizens should rise above their narrow interests and political differences to congratulate this initiative which establishes the supremacy of the constitution and its core spirit, and reinforces the national unity and integrity," RSS' Suresh Joshi said. (Photo: Representational image)

Revocation of Article 370 would reinforce 'national unity and integrity', says RSS

Having already been passed in the Upper House, the Bill now awaits Presidential assent before becoming an Act.

07 Aug 2019 2:38 PM

Bench asked advocate representing Nirmohi Akhara, that since it was now dealing with the issue of possession, Hindu body will have to 'establish' its case. (Photo: File)

Ayodhya case: SC asks Hindu body if it has revenue records, proof to claim possession

'Now, we are dealing with the possession. You have to establish the possession,' bench said.

07 Aug 2019 2:32 PM

Shikhar Dhawan makes a comeback in the format where he has been India's third best player after skipper Virat Kohli and his deputy Rohit Sharma. With Dhawan's inclusion, KL Rahul will be pushed back to number 4. (Photo: AFP/PTI)

1st ODI: With Shikhar Dhawan back, KL Rahul could be back at No 4

With 17 hundreds in 130 ODIs, Dhawan will rightfully take his place at the top of the order alongside Rohit Sharma.

07 Aug 2019 2:31 PM

The 2021 iPhone will come with an all-new Touch ID.

First 2021 iPhone 13 image surfaces and we can’t wait for it to become a reality

Ahead of the iPhone 11 launch, we get a glimpse of what the 2021 iPhone will look like.

07 Aug 2019 2:29 PM

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