Technology, Mobiles tabs, 11th Jan 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 11 Jan 2019

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On the night of February 6, 2016, when Jai Prakash was asleep, he smashed his head with the motor of a ceiling fan, which was lying in his flat for repair, police said. (Representational Image)

Techie kills nephew, buries body in balcony, plants saplings

Bijay Kumar Maharana, who killed his nephew suspecting him of having an affair with his girlfriend, was arrested by Delhi police.

11 Jan 2019 11:47 AM

Shares in Ericsson, which counts Finland’s Nokia and China’s Huawei as its main rivals, fell 4.1 percent.

Ericsson books charge as it rethinks Digital Services strategy

The mobile telecom equipment maker said it would now implement a fresh strategy for BSS.

11 Jan 2019 11:27 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led committee removed Alok Verma as CBI Director on Thursday. (Photo: PTI)

‘No evidence of bribe’: Here’s why Alok Verma shunted out as CBI chief

As panel based its decision on CVC report, Kharge flagged how main allegations against Verma were 'unsubstantiated'.

11 Jan 2019 11:25 AM

The split throws into question how the couple will split their fortune, which includes an approximately 16 percent ownership stake in Amazon.

Investors ask how the Bezos divorce will affect Amazon

Bezos said via Twitter on Wednesday that he and his wife of 25 years, MacKenzie, will divorce.

11 Jan 2019 11:20 AM

Uncertainties such as Brexit could affect clients’ tech spending in continental Europe and Britain.

Tata Consultancy highlights strong deal pipeline, after record quarter

Demand for TCS’ banking and insurance services is strong in the company’s biggest market of North America.

11 Jan 2019 11:12 AM

The US gaming industry group discussed the gaming disorder issue with WHO officials in Geneva last month.

Games industry asks WHO to hold fire on "gaming disorder"

WHO has spent years looking into the addictive nature of video games, put “gaming disorder.”

11 Jan 2019 11:05 AM

GM's Cadillac will introduce EV in fight against Tesla

GM is set to announce as part of an investor update that a Cadillac will be the first vehicle based on its “BEV3” platform.

11 Jan 2019 10:58 AM

The allegations stem primarily from large severance payments to Andy Rubin.

Alphabet board sued on allegations of sexual misconduct cover-up

Both of the lawsuits seek to force Google to change its governance and oversight to stop future workplace conduct issues.

11 Jan 2019 10:48 AM

URI - The Surgical Strike movie review: A gripping and pulsating thriller

Lauding heroism in war movies is an easy sell to mass audiences but URI stays clear of jingoistic grandstanding or flag-waving patriotism.

11 Jan 2019 10:45 AM

Congress' chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala will be party's nominee for Jind bypoll. (Photo: File | PTI)

Haryana’s Jind braces for multi-cornered election battle

Krishan Middha is BJP's candidate while Congress nominated Randeep Surjewala; INLD, JJP yet to announce their candidates.

11 Jan 2019 10:41 AM

The 30-share index was trading 68.58 points, or 0.19 per cent, higher at 36,175.08.

Sensex rises over 65 points in early trade

The NSE Nifty too witnessed similar movement, and was trading 17.65 points, or 0.16 per cent, up at 10,839.25.

11 Jan 2019 10:19 AM

Forex dealers said, selling of the American currency by exporters and easing crude prices supported the rupee in early trade.

Rupee rises 7 paise against dollar in early trade

Rupee is trading at 70.34 against dollar in opening trade on Friday, driven by gains in domestic equities.

11 Jan 2019 10:12 AM

This comes three days after Pandya apologised for the controversial remark on 'Koffee with Karan', hosted by Bollywood film-maker Karan Johar. (Photo: Screengrab)

Koffee with Karan: Hotstar removes episode involving Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul

The BCCI had on Tuesday taken note of Pandya's "crass and cringeworthy comments" on the chat show and had ticked him off.

11 Jan 2019 10:12 AM

Last week, Akhilesh Yadav and Mayawati held a meeting in New Delhi and have reportedly moved closer to finalise a seat-sharing formula leaving the Congress out of the coalition fold. (Photo: File | PTI)

Mayawati, Akhilesh Yadav may announce tie-up for 2019 polls tomorrow

BSP chief Mayawati and SP president Akhilesh Yadav have called a joint press conference tomorrow.

11 Jan 2019 10:05 AM

Carmakers continue to rely on imports because they say local steel companies are unable to match the quality.

Modi's 'Make in India' a casualty as steel, auto firms spar over sourcing

India remained a net importer of steel during April-November after exports dropped over 30 per cent.

11 Jan 2019 10:03 AM

Congress president Rahul Gandhi said that sacking of CBI chief Alok Verma twice showed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was a 'prisoner of his own lies'. (Photo: File | Congress Twitter)

‘Fear rampaging through PM Modi’s mind’: Rahul on CBI chief removal

Congress party said the Prime Minister was trying to protect his and his government's 'wrong-doings' by appointing a 'pliable officer'.

11 Jan 2019 9:39 AM

A high-powered committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi removed Alok Verma as CBI chief on Thursday on charges of corruption and dereliction of duty. (Photo: PTI)

'Transferred on false charges': Alok Verma, removed as CBI chief

'I have tried to uphold the integrity of CBI while attempts were being made to destroy it,' Verma further said.

11 Jan 2019 9:16 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a selfie with Bollywood directors and actors after their meeting in New Delhi. (Photo: PTI)

Bollywood stars meet PM Modi

Johar later took to Instagram to share a group selfie with Mr Modi.

11 Jan 2019 7:30 AM

Tigeress Avni was shot dead by Asghar Ali Khan, the son of India's most famous hunter Nawab Shafath Ali Khan. (Photo: File)

Male offspring of Avni caught on trap camera

The forest department stated that the cub looked healthy and seems to ha-ve preyed on cattle in the vicinity as a carcass was seen in the area.

11 Jan 2019 7:24 AM

The viral video shows villagers assaulting the hapless cub and a villager dragging it across the open field and flinging it around.

Leopard cub killed in Maharashtra, clip goes viral

Video leads to arrest of 3 villagers for dragging, assaulting cat.

11 Jan 2019 7:19 AM

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