Technology, Mobiles tabs, 15th Jul 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 15 Jul 2019

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Zapata, who invented the first functional hover board, was given a USD 1.47 million grant by the French military last year for the development of an aeronautical micro-jet engine, according to Russian television network, RT. (Photo: Screengrab)

'Flying soldier' enthrals crowd at Bastille Day celebrations in Paris

A video of his flight was shared by French President Emmanuel Macron, who led the National Day celebrations.

15 Jul 2019 8:53 AM

In Tihar jail, Apoorva has learnt reading 15 of the total 78 cards in the seven classes taken by Dr Singh. Apoorva takes notes and clears her doubt, she said. (Photo: File)

Arrested for killing ex-CM's son, Apoorva learns tarot card reading in Tihar Jail

Apoorva, a 36-yr-old lawyer, had been wanting to learn to read tarot cards for five-six years but could not due to one or the other reason.

15 Jul 2019 8:49 AM

Meanwhile, the 14 MLAs residing at Renaissance Hotel here wrote to Senior Police Inspector, Powai Police Station, over an alleged 'threat' from senior Karnataka and Maharashtra Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Ghulam Nabi Azad. (Representational Image)

Rebel K'taka MLAs write to Mumbai police; seek protection

The development came after the Supreme Court had directed them to meet the Speaker and resubmit their resignations afresh.

15 Jul 2019 8:48 AM

Bhushan Power & Steel could not be immediately reached for comment on the latest allegation. (Photo: Allahabadbank.in)

Allahabad Bank reports USD 259 mn alleged fraud by Bhushan Power & Steel

Bhushan Power & Steel among the first 12 companies referred by RBI to a bankruptcy court for a debt resolution process.

15 Jul 2019 8:35 AM

Bollywood celebs at Lord's to watch the final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019. (Photo: ANI)

ICC CWC'19 Final: B-town celebs watch Eng vs NZ match at the Lord's

Though India did not qualify for the final, the craze for cricket does not die down.

15 Jul 2019 8:29 AM

At the time, a popular trend, sometimes to gain a domain-name advantage, was to drop vowels in the name of their companies and services.

Today in tech history: Twttr is launched!

On July 15, 2006, a small service called Twttr which is a “group send” SMS application was launched for public use.

15 Jul 2019 8:26 AM

Facts first. Crude oil prices rose 0.61 per cent to Rs 4,157 per barrel in futures trade on July 12 as speculators raised their exposure, tracking a rebound in global markets.

Crude oil demand growth to remain stable

Going forward OPEC expects global demand for its crude oil to decline next year as their rivals continue to pump more crude oil.

15 Jul 2019 8:03 AM

The market is likely to remain choppy, as stocks will react to quarterly earnings even as trends in global markets, macroeconomic numbers and foreign funds will drive the market during the week.

Q1 earnings to drive market

According to experts, the market has entered a consolidation mode after the disappointing Budget that failed to meet expectations.

15 Jul 2019 7:59 AM

MSME-dominated diamond cutting and polishing industry is facing a crisis. Several units have reduced their production days and thousands of labourers have gone out of job.

Jobs hit as diamond industry cuts output

According to him, multiple issues are affecting the industry. Companies have been facing working capital crunch due to shortage of bank finance.

15 Jul 2019 7:55 AM

The financial performance of the sector is expected to remain under stress as traditional brokers like Axis Securities and Angel Broking have moved to fixed/subscription based business models.

Discount brokers race ahead of other players

HDFC Securities, Share-khan and Kotak Securities are ranked as the third, fourth and fifth largest brokerags, according to NSE client data.

15 Jul 2019 7:51 AM

Priced at Rs 49,999, the iPhone XR is available in six wonderful colours — Black, White, Coral, Yellow, Blue and (Product) Red.

Apple iPhone XR India huge slashed prices revealed; grab it right now

As part of the Amazon Prime Day discounts, the Apple iPhone XR price has been slashed and is available at an unbeatable price.

15 Jul 2019 7:47 AM

England players celebrate a New Zealand wicket during the World Cup final at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on Sunday. (Photo: AFP)

England beat New Zealand in nail-biting finish to lift their maiden World Cup

The chase had an exhilarating start. England’s talismanic opener Jason Roy should have been out for a golden duck.

15 Jul 2019 7:47 AM

A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Okhla Industrial Area for allegedly withdrawing money from the bank accounts of people after swapping their ATM cards on the pretext of helping them, police said on Sunday.

Man held for Okhla ATM fraud, 20 debit cards seized

On July 4, a woman alleged that she went to withdraw cash from an ATM booth in Okhla Industrial Area but the machine was not working properly.

15 Jul 2019 7:42 AM

From exterior beautification to installation of new signages, 21 stations of the Delhi Metro’s Red Line from Rithala-Dilshad Garden are set to be renovated.

21 stations of Red Line Metro to get facelift

That segment was thrown open for passenger services the next day, becoming the first operationalised corridor of the Delhi Metro.

15 Jul 2019 7:37 AM

Three people, including a woman, were arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a man for resisting a robbery bid in West Delhi, police said on Sunday.

Techie stabbed to death after being honey trapped

The man was lying unconscious in a pool of blood on the front seat with stab injuries on his right thigh, police said.

15 Jul 2019 7:34 AM

Although the story is originally Italian, Ashok’s adaptations depict the situation of all society.

Ashok Pandey takes on Dario

With the Hindi adaptation of Dario Fo’s play Accidental Death of an Anarchist, director Ashok Pandey hopes to send a message about society.

15 Jul 2019 7:31 AM

The vast options of dining tables available in the market varies on the basis of their looks, comfort level, and aesthetics.

Gather around folks, over a filling meal

Dining tables are an important component of the house where family members meet and bond with each other.

15 Jul 2019 7:28 AM

Don’t blame BMC for boy’s death, says Sena MP

The spot is in the interior of the construction site where entry for civilians is strictly restricted with warning boards.

15 Jul 2019 7:28 AM

The doctor who treated Khan said she had diabetes and her swap report revealed the presence of H1N1 virus with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).

First ‘H1N1’ death of July reported

Swine flu, a respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses with symptoms such as cold, cough and fever, generally spreads rapidly during winters.

15 Jul 2019 7:24 AM

File photo of the protest carried out last week.

Hefty penalty is for discipline: BMC

The BMC also stated that vehicles are private property and roads are public property and ushering mobility on roads is its duty.

15 Jul 2019 7:21 AM

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