Technology, Mobiles tabs, 12th Aug 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 12 Aug 2019

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The show, Man vs Wild, will be premiered on August 12 and will be showcased in more than 180 countries across the world on Discovery network channels. (Photo: ANI)

Taking cue from PM, Tourism ministry makes wildlife theme for Incredible India

Incredible India is the international campaign launched by the government in 2002 to promote tourism.

12 Aug 2019 10:51 AM

Hong Kong police fired volleys of tear gas to disperse anti-government protesters on Saturday - sending tourists fleeing weeping in Kowloon - only for demonstrators to regroup and gather elsewhere during another tense, hot and restive weekend. (Photo: AFP/ video screengrab)

Watch: Police in Hong Kong fire tear gas as street protests continue

Late on Saturday they flashed laser pointers at riot police, lifted bricks and scavenged building materials to barricade roads in Kowloon.

12 Aug 2019 10:49 AM

Britain’s Jamie Chadwick was crowned the first champion of the all-female W Series on Sunday. (Photo: AFP)

Motor racing: Chadwick is first champion of all-female W Series

The 21-year-old had started from pole position in front of her home crowd as clear favourite, 13 points clear of Dutch rival Beitske Visser.

12 Aug 2019 10:44 AM

Multiple YouTube channels broadcast the event live. (Photo: ANI)

Russia wants Google to stop advertising ‘illegal’ events

Tens of thousands of Russians staged what observers called the country’s biggest political protest for eight years on Saturday.

12 Aug 2019 10:43 AM

The new Apple Aventura features playful waves of white concrete that have been sculpted rhythmically to draw your sights across the skyline.

Introducing Apple Aventura! Everything you need to know

Aventura is said to borrow its design from the airy and optimistic styling of Miami’s modern architecture.

12 Aug 2019 10:39 AM

Babita’s father Mahabir Phogat said, 'I and Babita are in the way and heading towards Delhi.' (Photo: File)

Wrestler Babita Phogat, Mahavir Phogat join BJP today

According to the Phogat family, Babita had resigned from inspector of Haryana police.

12 Aug 2019 10:37 AM

On long term capital gains, it said tools for computation of LTCG have been provided in the departmental utility for the convenience of taxpayers.

CBDT issues FAQs on filing tax returns to help taxpayers

The FAQs are based on the queries received by the CBDT to help assessees file ITRs.

12 Aug 2019 10:34 AM

Volkswagen AG, Fiat Chrysler and suppliers Aptiv PLC and NXP Semiconductors NV were among the sponsors of this year’s car hacking village - as some have done at previous DEF CON conventions.

Automakers let hackers into their systems at cybersecurity conference

Attendees who visited the car hacking site had to escape a vehicle by deciphering the code to open its trunk.

12 Aug 2019 10:33 AM

After the game, Zidane was also asked about a possible move for Paris Saint-Germain striker Neymar but he refused to address the issue. (Photo: AFP)

Bale returns as Zidane stays tight-lipped on Neymar

Bale came off the bench as Madrid drew 2-2 against Roma in the Stadio Olimpico, before losing the friendly on penalties.

12 Aug 2019 10:31 AM

Here's how Shraddha Kapoor showed her gratitude on the journey of ‘Saaho’

The actress is all set to travel to various cities for promoting her blockbuster movies.

12 Aug 2019 10:27 AM

Jaishankar, who arrived here on Sunday, called on Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan at the Zhongnanhai, the picturesque imperial residential complex where top Chinese leaders reside. (Photo: ANI)

India, China ties should be factor of stability in uncertain world: Jaishankar

His visit was finalised much before India's move to revoke Article 370 of the Constitution that gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

12 Aug 2019 10:25 AM

Footage of the incident on state TV channel Rossiya 24 showed the car on fire by the side of the road.

Tesla electric car catches fire in an accident

Tesla Inc has stood by safety claims for its Model 3 in the face of regulatory scrutiny.

12 Aug 2019 10:19 AM

The doodle, illustrated by Mumbai-based guest artist Pavan Rajurkar, had a blue and white portrait of the renowned physicist along with moon, rocket and stars, outlining his association with space programs. (Photo: ANI)

Google pays tribute to ISRO founder Vikram Sarabhai on his 100th birthday

Sarabhai, often known as the father of Indian research program had established the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in 1962.

12 Aug 2019 10:18 AM

"In the last training session, first-team player Neto suffered a bruise on his left wrist," a club statement read. (Photo: AFP)

Barcelona keeper Neto suffers wrist injury in training

The required recovery time will be known on Monday but Neto is unlikely to be fit for Barca's opening La Liga game away to Athletic Bilbao.

12 Aug 2019 10:17 AM

Speaking to ANI the owner of the goat, Mohammad Nizamuddin, said, This goat weighs over 90 kgs, we have named it Salman. (Photo: ANI)

Goat with Allah written on it up for sale for Rs 8 lakh in Gorakhpur on Eid al-Adha

The owner claiming the word 'Allah' appeared on the body of the goat naturally.

12 Aug 2019 10:09 AM

After the early departures of Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli scored a brilliant 120 off 125 balls to help India post 279 for seven after opting to bat. (Photo:AFP)

'It was my chance to step up and take responsibility', says Virat Kohli

Kohli said the number of left-handers in West Indies team prompted him to play Kuldeep Yadav in place of Yuzvendra Chahal.

12 Aug 2019 10:05 AM

At the end of the programme, representatives of the Champions Book of World Records made the announcement of world record and handed over the certificate to the organiser, the statement said. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

15-km-long tricolour unfurled by forming human chain in Chhattisgarh

The event, organised by Vasudhaiv Kutumbakam Foundation, entered the Champions Book of World Records (for the longest tricolour).

12 Aug 2019 10:03 AM

A performance by famous singer Mika Singh and his troupe at the wedding of a Pakistan-based billionaire's daughter, apparently close to former Pakistan President General Pervez Musharaff, has caused a furore in the country. (Photo: Twitter/ @MikaSingh)

Amid India-Pak tension, Mika Singh's performance at Karachi wedding sparks outrage

Mika Singh apparently charged 150,000 dollar for his performance.

12 Aug 2019 10:03 AM

Claycourt king Nadal successfully defended a hard court title for the first time in his career. (Photo: AFP)

Rogers Cup: Nadal dominates Medvedev in Montreal for 35th Masters title

The world number two secured his 35th Masters crown, pulling clear by two in that category from Novak Djokovic, who has 33 of them.

12 Aug 2019 9:58 AM

$Understanding changes in bone density during puberty and the interventions that people can take for their bone health now to prevent osteoporosis and fractures in the future is an important step forward in finding a cure for this disease. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)$

Puberty can influence bone density at later age

Studies reveal that bone strength could be linked to puberty.