Technology, Mobiles tabs, 14th Aug 2018, News & Stories from India

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The announcement represents the latest effort by Musk to add credibility to his proposed $72 billion deal for Tesla.

Musk says Silver Lake, Goldman advising on taking Tesla private

Musk also posted in a blog post on August 13 his most detailed vision yet into how a Tesla take-private deal could work.

14 Aug 2018 6:07 PM

Short term ICICI Bank FD rates for senior citizens range from 4.50 per cent to 7.00 per cent per annum.

ICICI Bank hikes fixed deposit interest rates

ICICI Bank offers best FD rate of 7.75 per cent on term deposits for a tenure of 2 years 1 day to 5 years.

14 Aug 2018 5:53 PM

The vapourized liquid killed cells at lower doses than the unvapourized liquid. (Photo: Pixabay)

E-cigarette vapour tied to changes in lung cells

Initially public health experts were not that concerned about e-cigarettes because they were being marketed as a way to help smokers quit.

14 Aug 2018 5:52 PM

The president also stated that the phone will be expensive owing to its dual-screen nature. (Image: PatentlyApple)

Samsung's foldable smartphone could be the next big thing

The company might be toiling itself towards creating something new to regain its popularity and user base.

14 Aug 2018 5:50 PM

Previous studies found that decreasing screen time, both at school and at home, reduced sedentary behaviour. (Photo: Pixabay)

Heart doctors recommend less screen time, sedentary behaviour for kids

We need to emphasize face-to-face interactions, prioritize time outdoors and create supportive environments with parks and walkable streets.

14 Aug 2018 5:47 PM

The Note 9’s Exynos variant will be launched in India while the Snapdragon variant will sell in selected international markets.

Galaxy Note 9 to launch in India on August 22

The Note 9 will start at Rs 67,900 in India, with pre-bookings lasting till August 21.

14 Aug 2018 5:36 PM

Praising the DMK's legal team led by T Wilson, Stalin said they approached the Madras High Court late at night and won the case the next day. (Photo: Twitter | @mkstalin)

Would've been buried with Karunanidhi if he weren’t allowed space at Marina: Stalin

'We met the chief minister and made our request. He said the norms don’t allow a former CM to be buried at Marina Beach,' said Stalin.

14 Aug 2018 5:30 PM

A bench headed by Madan B Lokur referred to the data placed before it by the Centre and observed that 1,575 children, including 286 boys, have been sexually or physically abused in the shelter homes in different parts of the country. (Photo: File)

What action has been taken in cases of child sexual abuse, SC asks Centre

SC had termed as 'horrific' the case of alleged sexual abuse of girls in Muzaffarpur and pulled up state government for funding it.

14 Aug 2018 5:25 PM

15 messages to send loved ones on Independence Day 2018

Here are a few messages to send loved ones on India's 72nd Independence Day.

14 Aug 2018 5:15 PM

It comes equipped with DTS sound for providing high-quality audio output.

Skyworth launches its new Series of M20 Smart LED

The new series includes three models in 32-inch, 43-inch and 49-inch screen sizes.

14 Aug 2018 4:59 PM

A gunshot rang out at the Constitution Club in the high-security area near Parliament on Monday when an unidentified man targeted Khalid, who escaped unhurt, witnesses said. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Delhi Police Special Cell takes over probe into Umar Khalid attack case

Incidentally, the Special Cell is also probing a sedition case against Khalid and two other students.

14 Aug 2018 4:49 PM

H D Kumaraswamy, who took oath as Karnataka CM on May 23, has set a record within 82 days of his tenure by visiting around 40 temples. (Photo: File | PTI)

Kumaraswamy on temple spree, visits 40 in 82 days as Karnataka chief minister

Besides, Kumaraswamy has also visited at least 6 mutts, including Adichunchanagiri, Suttur and Siddaganga.

14 Aug 2018 4:45 PM

Over 500 CCTV cameras have been installed on the routes leading to the Red Fort with over 200 cameras in the fort itself. The footage is being monitored round the clock, police said.

Heavy security cover in national capital for Independence Day

Delhi Police personnel have been asked to keep an eye on the sky to ensure that no stray kites are seen in the areas around the Red Fort.

14 Aug 2018 4:26 PM

The nationwide auditions began in June giving the winner the once in a lifetime opportunity to attain a ticket to Miss Universe.

Divas step closer to crown at Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva – Miss Universe India 2018

The winner of Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva 2018 will proudly represent India at Miss Universe.

14 Aug 2018 4:26 PM

The NSE Nifty, after touching a high of 11,452.45, ended 79.35 points, or 0.70 per cent, higher at 11,435.10.

Markets rebound on macro boost, global cues

Sensex, after opening on a strong note, continued its upward march to hit a high of 37,932.40 on value-buying in recent losers.

14 Aug 2018 4:20 PM

The provision for bad loan alone was Rs 4,602.55 crore, as against Rs 1,873.21 crore.

IDBI Bank Q1 loss widens to Rs 2,410 crore

IDBI Bank posted a loss of Rs 853 crore in the April-June quarter of last fiscal, 2017-18.

14 Aug 2018 4:12 PM

Opposition parties have raised concern over the proposal, saying simultaneous elections would dilute India's federal structure. (Photo: AP)

Simultaneous polls not possible without legal framework: EC amid BJP push

Any extension or curtailment of term of assemblies will require constitutional amendment, says CEC OP Rawat.

14 Aug 2018 3:57 PM

Erdogan has been repeatedly photographed with Apple products including the iPhone and iPad. (Photo: File)

Will get Samsung, boycott iPhone: Turkey prez in retaliation to US sanctions

Erdogan said Turkey was facing an 'economic attack' and a 'bigger, deeper operation' but showed no sign of making concessions to US.

14 Aug 2018 3:54 PM

The men then allegedly molested the woman, pulled her out of the three-wheeler and slapped her, she said. (Representational image)

Political activist molested in auto-rickshaw in Thane, search on for 3 accused

Her woman colleague and the auto-rickshaw driver were also beaten up by the accused when they tried to save her.

14 Aug 2018 3:52 PM

Based on the victim's complaint, the police arrested Turde, the Raj Thackeray-led party's corporator in the city civic body, and his three aides on Tuesday morning. (Representational image)

MNS corporator, 3 aides held for kidnapping, assaulting man in Mumbai

Sanjay Turde had demanded money from the contractor of a toilet under construction. Refused, Turde and his aides kidnapped and beat the man.

14 Aug 2018 3:49 PM

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