Technology, Mobiles tabs, 14th Jan 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 14 Jan 2019

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Incredible statement of the week that people should remember after May 2019, P Chidambaram said of her remarks adding that the truth is the opposite. (Photo: File | PTI)

‘Is Sitharaman giving clean chit to Pak on Uri, Pathankot attacks?’ asks Chidambaram

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had reportedly stated that no major terror attack took place during BJP-led government's rule.

14 Jan 2019 11:25 AM

BEST employees are also seeking resolution of the issue of employee service residences and recruitment. (Photo: File | PTI)

BEST buses strike in Mumbai enters 7th day, private cabs get costlier

Mumbai's civic transport, comprising a workforce of 32,000 people, has been demanding the merger of BEST budget with 'A' budget of BMC.

14 Jan 2019 11:09 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to attend an official function where he will launch a host of projects, besides addressing BJP rally in western Odisha town during his visit. (Photo: File | PTI)

Row over cutting of trees for helipad ahead of PM Modi's Odisha visit

Several trees were cut near railway station ground in Balangir to build temporary helipad without taking prior permission, says official.

14 Jan 2019 10:52 AM

After the SC verdict, Rahul Gandhi had said that all women should be allowed to enter the Sabarimala temple, noting that his view on the issue was different from that of his party's Kerala unit. (Photo: File | Twitter | @INCIndia)

Can’t take ‘open-and-shut’ stand on Sabarimala, says Rahul Gandhi

Gandhi said the issue is 'much more complicated' and he would leave it to the people of Kerala to decide on the matter.

14 Jan 2019 10:39 AM

US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures were down 47 cents, or 0.9 per cent, at $51.12 a barrel.

Oil slides on China trade slump, but crude imports remain high

Crude futures were back in the red as trading began for a fresh week in Asia.

14 Jan 2019 10:35 AM

In a bid to attract new users, OTT services allow multiple devices for a premium with additional features.

AI set to put an end to password sharing

Now, get ready to pay for your own Netflix, OTT account for binge watching.

14 Jan 2019 10:23 AM

Arun Jaitley may double the income tax exemption threshold for the salaried from the present Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 5 lakh.

Income tax relief on way, threshold may be doubled

Tax exemption to medical and transport allowance may come back.

14 Jan 2019 10:22 AM

Sukanya Poddar was pursuing research in microbiology at Jadavpur University. (Representational Image)

Research scholar found hanging with face covered in Kolkata hostel room

Early investigations revealed that Sukanya, who was a part-time teacher at a nearby college, was to get married later this year.

14 Jan 2019 10:19 AM

The strength of the US dollar against other overseas currencies weighed on the domestic currency.

Rupee falls 10 paise against US dollar in early trade

The rupee opened weak at Rs 70.50 then fell further to 70.59 against the American currency.

14 Jan 2019 10:16 AM

IDBI Bank would get huge amount of low-cost deposits of the policy holder and it can also cross-sale products of LIC.

22 per cent shareholders exit IDBI after LIC makes open offer

The open offer for 2,04,15,12,929 shares was made last month at a price of Rs 61.73 per share.

14 Jan 2019 10:11 AM

Some 166 people, including US nationals, were killed in 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks carried out by 10 Pakistan-based Let terrorists. (Photo: File)

26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana, in US jail, may be extradited: report

In 2013, Rana was sentenced to 14 years of imprisonment. According to US officials, he is set to be released in December 2021.

14 Jan 2019 10:07 AM

The NSE Nifty shed 60.10 points,or 0.57 per cent, to 10,733.85.

Sensex falls over 150 points ahead of key macro data release

The 30-share index fell 174.61 points, or 0.48 per cent, to 35,835.23 in early trade.

14 Jan 2019 10:05 AM

We can keep pondering upon the need of an Alexa-powered toilet, which allows us to lift our toilet cover, but we can’t overlook the ubiquity of voice interfaces than a never-ending series of hardware companies jumping on the bandwagon.

AI, voice, assistant, amazon,

What if our voice were to change drastically or be taken away altogether?

14 Jan 2019 9:57 AM

Water Resources Minister D K Shivakumar said former chief minister Siddaramaiah and Congress state president Dinesh Gundu Rao were aware of the development. (Photo: File | ANI)

'3 Cong MLAs in Mumbai hotel with BJP leaders': K'taka minister

Congress leader DK Shivakumar also accused Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy of being 'lenient' towards BJP.

14 Jan 2019 9:39 AM

Justice AK Sikri is due to retire on March 6. (Photo: File | PTI)

Justice AK Sikri, who voted against CBI chief, declines govt offer amid row

Sikri withdrew his consent to govt offer to nominate him for president/member of Commonwealth Secretariat Arbitral Tribunal.

14 Jan 2019 9:27 AM

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav met BSP supremo Mayawati at her residence in Lucknow on Sunday. (Photo: Twitter | @yadavtejashwi)

'BJP will be whitewashed': Tejashwi Yadav after meeting Mayawati

'Laluji wanted grand alliance in Uttar Pradesh and Mayawati and Akhilesh Yadav to contest election together,' Tejashwi said.

14 Jan 2019 9:06 AM

Smart IoT devices are now gaining higher ground with the newly released smart tap that can provide music and lights at the tap of a button.

Smart taps: A Musical Shower

Tech has entered your bathroom. Now control your shower tap with your smartphone.

14 Jan 2019 8:58 AM

With TVs becoming smarter, the set top box (STB) is no longer the only thing that's plugged into your TV.

Content first TVs: Now, anytime is show time!

No more flipping channels. Content-first TVs are redefining your viewing experience.

14 Jan 2019 8:54 AM

Samsung has established a rich legacy of smartphone innovation that has helped make people’s lives smarter and easier.

Unpacked 2019: Samsung confirms Galaxy S10 for February 20

Galaxy Unpacked 2019 is scheduled for next month, just before the MWC 2019 hits the road.

14 Jan 2019 8:46 AM

The Bild am Sonntag newspaper said the watchdog will present the US company with its ruling on what action it needs to take in the next few weeks.

German antitrust watchdog to act against Facebook: report

The antitrust plans to order Facebook to stop gathering some user data.

14 Jan 2019 8:39 AM

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