Technology, Mobiles tabs, 8th Jul 2019, News & Stories from India

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India needed funds to meet its fiscal deficit target of 3.3 per cent set for this fiscal year to March 2020. (Photo: Reoresentational)

India aims to cut stake in state-run firms to minimum in FY20: Source

Government seeks to shore up 1.05 trillion rupees (USD 15.30 billion) through stake sales in the current fiscal year.

08 Jul 2019 12:21 PM

The recently launched HT-Z9F sound bar by Sony is the first in India to feature Dolby Atmos sound output.

'Sound' proposition

Sony's first-ever Dolby Atmos sound bar recreates a movie theatre in your living room.

08 Jul 2019 12:20 PM

Intriguingly, the league match between India and New Zealand was abandoned due to rain without a single ball being bowled. (Photo:AFP)

ICC CWC'19: India vs New Zealand; pre-match weather report

After the washout at Nottingham, another chance of washout at Manchester is likely.

08 Jul 2019 12:18 PM

The interactive nature of games makes them different from all other forms of entertainment like film, television, music and theater. (Photo: Pixabay)

Skill gaming industry: The road ahead

The cost of playing online games have plummeted, thanks to affordable internet connectivity.

08 Jul 2019 12:16 PM

Ten of the MLAs who resigned flew by the chartered plane to Mumbai. They have been lodged at a hotel there. (Photo: File)

K'taka crisis: All JDS, Cong ministers quit in last bid to restructure govt

The JD(S)-Congress government in Karnataka is facing a crisis after 12 lawmakers submitted their resignations on Saturday.

08 Jul 2019 12:13 PM

While this line was supposed to be an endorsement for the designer’s jewellery line, it was greatly criticised by netizens, calling it ‘misogynistic’, ‘ignorant’ and ‘sexist’. (Photo: Instagram)

Sabyasachi faces backlash over ‘overdressed women’ post

Sabyasachi’s official account gave an apology for his generalised women, made on his previous Instagram post.

08 Jul 2019 12:07 PM

Suresh accused BJP of wrecking the Congress-JD(S) alliance and said, 'BJP national leaders are behind this. BJP people don't want this govt or any opposition party to rule in the state or in the country. They are destroying democracy.' (Photo: ANI)

BJP destroying democracy, all Congress ministers will resign: MP DK Suresh

However, the Congress MP assured that the government is 'stable'.

08 Jul 2019 11:59 AM

Gates says that Steve Jobs was able to bring “some incredibly positive things” along with his strong attitude.

Bill Gates: Steve Jobs channelled inner Harry Potter to keep Apple alive

Bill Gates says Steve Job cast spells when Apple was on a path to die to become the world’s most valuable company.

08 Jul 2019 11:43 AM

The gems and jewellery industry has expressed disappointment with the Union Budget 2019-20.

Hike in gold import duty part of policy to curb non-essential imports: Revenue Secy

Hike in gold import duty to 12.5 per cent from 10 per cent could lead to problems like smuggling.

08 Jul 2019 11:39 AM

"Amarnath Yatra is taking place for years. But unfortunately, the arrangements done this year are against the people of Kashmir. It's causing a lot of trouble in the day-to-day lives of local people. I would like to request the Governor to intervene in this," the former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister said. (Photo: File)

Arrangements for Amarnath Yatra are causing trouble to Kashmiris: Mehbooba Mufti

The 46-day long Amarnath Yatra kicked off on July 1 and will conclude on the 15th of next month coinciding with Raksha Bandhan.

08 Jul 2019 11:38 AM

'My department got only Rs 15 crore budget this year and it has just now been released. Of this amount, Rs 13 crore will be paid to clear old bills. How can I carry out various projects across Karnataka with the remaining Rs two crore?' the sports and youth empowerment minister said. (Photo: File)

Another ruling coalition MLA from Bidar North in K'taka threatens to quit

Khan said he has informed senior Congress functionaries about his grievances and will take a decision after meeting Dy CM.

08 Jul 2019 11:22 AM

England were bowled out for 221 against Australia and also lost to Pakistan and Sri Lanka after batting second. Those defeats raised concerns about the World Cup hosts' ability to cope with the stress of run chasing. (Photo: AFP)

ICC CWC'19: 'England won't crumble under pressure in run chase during semis': Bayliss

Bayliss's side lost to Australia at Lord's in the group stage after failing to chase down the holders' total of 285-7.

08 Jul 2019 11:16 AM

PSBs still require substantial reforms to improve risk management, service quality, efficiency, and diversity of product offerings.

Rs 70,000 cr capital infusion in PSBs credit positive, to boost economy: S&P

The capital infusion will help some banks to come out of the central bank's prompt corrective action.

08 Jul 2019 11:03 AM

The stylish opener struck 103 against Sri Lanka in India's seven-wicket victory at Headingley, and that win, combined with Australia's defeat to South Africa, clinched top spot for India after the league stage. Rohit's opening partner KL Rahul (111) also got in on the act, much to Bangar's delight. (Photo:AFP)

ICC CWC'19: 'Rohit Sharma is helping his teammate flourish': Sanjay Bangar

For Sanjay Bangar, it is the way he has helped his opening partners in the larger interest of the team that is most noteworthy.

08 Jul 2019 11:00 AM

Nine Congress MLAs and three of JDS went to the Speaker's office to put in their papers on Saturday and later met Governor Vajubhai Vala at Raj Bhavan. (Photo: File)

‘Won't withdraw’: K’taka MLAs in Mumbai refuses to take back resignations

Meanwhile, Congress and JD(S) workers protested in front of their party offices in Bengaluru, urging the MLAs to withdraw resignation.

08 Jul 2019 10:56 AM

The latest WhatsApp features are in the beta phase.

Some exciting WhatsApp updates are coming your way

WhatsApp is testing a feature that will allow you to hide your status from certain users in your contact list.

08 Jul 2019 10:56 AM

Karnataka Congress Legislature Party leader Siddharamaiah and Ministers U T Khader, Shivashankara Reddy, Venkataramanappa, Jayamala, M B Patil, Krishna Byre Gowda, Rajshekar Patil, Rajshekar Patil, D K Shivakumar have reached Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara's residence for breakfast. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

Congress leaders meet at breakfast amid ongoing Karnataka crisis

Congress leader Siddharamaiah and few ministers have reached Dy CM G Parameshwara's residence for breakfast.

08 Jul 2019 10:36 AM

TMC lawmaker Manish Gupta has given Zero Hour notice in Upper House of Parliament over the government's proposal to link data of three crore students to Facebook. Another MP Dola Sen from TMC has given the notice in Rajya Sabha over the Centre's proposal to divest 42 public sector units. (Photo: File)

TMC MPs give Zero Hour notices in Rajya Sabha over Centre's proposals

The Zero Hour refers to the time immediately following the Question Hour in both the Houses of Parliament.

08 Jul 2019 10:32 AM

The newest discovery in the Google Camera app suggests that the search giant will be using a 16MP telephoto lens.

Google Pixel 4 to come packing 16MP telephoto lens

Google Camera app code suggests that the upcoming smartphone will feature an impressive telephoto lens.

08 Jul 2019 10:24 AM

Mithali Raj has played in the 203 ODIs and scored 6720 runs for India. (Photo File)

ICC CWC'19: 'India will get tough fight in semis', says Mithali Raj

Raj said that India have the best batting and bowling side and the team have to continue the same performance in the tournament.

08 Jul 2019 10:22 AM

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