Technology, Mobiles tabs, 9th Jan 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 09 Jan 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 09 Jan 2019

Lawmakers voted to force UK govt to announce within 3 sitting days what steps it will take next if its Brexit deal is rejected by parliament next week as appears likely. (Photo: File | AP)

British PM Theresa May loses key vote on Brexit procedure in Parliament

The contentious amendment was passed by 308 votes in favour to 297 against it.

09 Jan 2019 8:51 PM

In his public meetings in Agra, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Congress leaders of insulting the country's women. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on defence minister ‘insults women’, says PM Modi

'The watchman with a 56-inch chest ran away and told a woman, Sitharaman ji, defend me,' Rahul had said.

09 Jan 2019 8:37 PM

'Such content is not only distressing for viewers but is also against commonly accepted standards of decency,' PEMRA said in a notification. (Representational Image | AP)

Won’t allow airing of Indian content as it 'damages our culture': Pak chief justice

Pak media regulator on Tuesday directed all channels not to air TV dramas containing 'intimate moments between couples' or 'bed scenes'.

09 Jan 2019 8:06 PM

Air India has already started using food items stocked from India during its onward journey to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Birmingham and Madrid, and use them when returning. (Representational Image)

Air India starts using food stocked from India on its return international flights

'It is being done to rationalise catering costs on international flights,' Air India Chairman Pradeep Singh Kharola said.

09 Jan 2019 7:39 PM

Trinamool Congress president and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. (Photo: File | ANI)

TMC expels 2 parliamentarians for 'anti-party' activities

Trinamool secretary general Partha Chatterjee announced decision of expelling Saumitra Khan and Anupam Hazra.

09 Jan 2019 7:21 PM

This is the first time Honor is ditching the traditional wide-notch design for a smaller Dewdrop Display.

Honor 10 Lite officially launching on January 15 in India

Honor 10 lite comes with an impressive 24MP AI Selfie Camera, Kirin 710 Processor, and a Dewdrop Display.

09 Jan 2019 6:43 PM

Opposition members protest in Rajya Sabha during Winter Session of Parliament. (Photo: RSTV grab via PTI)

‘Brought in haste’, says Oppn as quota bill faces Rajya Sabha test

Congress and opposition in Rajya Sabha slammed ruling BJP saying govt was playing election 'politics'.

09 Jan 2019 6:36 PM

With its unique cylindrical design and compact form factor, the new X-mini TWISX stands out from the crowd.

X-mini unveils three new portable Bluetooth speakers at CES 2019

The X-mini TWISX, CLICK 3 and SUPA 2 feature design details which appeal to the eye, and one's sense of touch.

09 Jan 2019 6:18 PM

XUV300 will be equipped with top safety features such as seven airbags, besides dual-zone fully automatic climate control.

M&M opens bookings for upcoming compact SUV XUV300

The XUV300 is an exciting and comprehensive package that will compete with SUVs in the Rs 8-12 lakh (ex-showroom) price range.

09 Jan 2019 6:18 PM

Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan made the announcement of Saumitra Khan joining the party in the presence of Mukul Roy. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Major setback for Mamata, Trinamool MP joins BJP ahead of LS polls

Khan, who joined BJP, lashed out at CM Mamata Banerjee, alleging there was no democracy, but 'police raj' in state.

09 Jan 2019 6:11 PM

The Swift 7 is incredibly thin and lightweight, yet durable.

Acer debuts new Swift 7 with compact design and incredible screen-to-body ratio

Industry-leading 92 percent screen-to-body ratio achieved via super-narrow bezels on all four sides of its Gorilla Glass 6 touch display.

09 Jan 2019 5:18 PM

Shah Faesal, a 2010-batch IAS officer, was the first Kashmiri to top the civil services examination. (Photo: Facebook | Shah Faesal)

IAS officer Shah Faesal resigns to protest ‘unabated killings’ in J&K

As soon as news of his resignation spread on social media, NC leader Omar Abdullah welcomed Faesal to the political fold.

09 Jan 2019 5:02 PM

The HP Pavilion 27 Quantum Dot is the world’s first Quantum Dot on glass display.

HP introduces new displays, PCs and security innovations at CES 2019

HP also unveiled a new line of Pavilion displays that immerse users in whatever they are creating or watching.

09 Jan 2019 4:54 PM

. AOP which loosely translates to Alexa on phone is developed by Agrahyah Technologies

Now take Amazon Alexa with you on the go

‘AOP App’ for Android lets users access Amazon’s voice assistant Alexa on the go.

09 Jan 2019 4:35 PM

The NSE Nifty also gained 53 points, or 0.49 per cent, to settle 10,855.15 after shuttling between 10,870.40 and 10,749.40. (Photo: AP)

Sensex reclaims 36,000, Nifty above 10,850

The BSE Sensex after a gap-up opening at 36,181.37, advanced further to the day's high of 36,250.54.

09 Jan 2019 4:33 PM

The congregation termed as 'grave violations' a Nun buying a car, taking loan for it and publishing a book spending money without permission and knowledge of her superiors. (Representational Image | Pixabay)

Kerala nun gets notice for buying car, protesting against rape-accused bishop

The congregation accused the nun of leading a life, which was against the 'principles of religious life' and rule of congregation.

09 Jan 2019 4:22 PM

Congress chief Rahul Gandhi said waiving farm loans is a small step towards addressing agriculture distress and 'a new green revolution is needed to resolve the problem.' (Photo: Twitter | @INCIndia)

'Farmers showed PM Modi their strength in recent state polls': Rahul

Rahul Gandhi also said, 'Chowkidaar could not stand in Lok Sabha for a minute during the debate on Rafale issue.'

09 Jan 2019 3:56 PM

UBON launched BT-5750 Light Up wireless headphone for Rs 3,199.

UBON launches multi-coloured LED BT headphone

It comes with unique LED functioning, Bluetooth connectivity, 360mah battery

09 Jan 2019 3:40 PM

Akhilesh Yadav also said he hoped that PM Modi will remember the pain of farmers growing potato and sugarcane and wheat in nearby areas. (Photo: File | ANI)

‘Hope PM Modi learns love, affection from Taj Mahal during Agra visit’: Akhilesh

PM Modi is scheduled to visit Agra during which he will launch several projects worth Rs 2,980 crore and address public meeting.

09 Jan 2019 3:26 PM

Air India has a debt burden of Rs 55,000 crore. (Photo: File | AFP)

Govt eyes about USD 1 billion from Air India sale

The government will initiate the process of strategic disinvestment of Air India in the second half of 2019-20.

09 Jan 2019 3:17 PM

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