Technology, Mobiles tabs, 16th May 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 16 May 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 16 May 2019

The original torch and flame, and full scale face model are displayed in the new Statue of Liberty Museum, on Liberty Island in New York. (Photo: AP)

A museum dedicated to the idea of ‘liberty’

A new museum located near the Statue of Liberty, showcasing the statue's original torch and other artefacts is now open.

16 May 2019 9:24 PM

Following the remark Opposition demanded an apology from BJP's candidate who is pitched against Congress' Digvijay Singh in Bhopal. (Photo: File)

After backlash, Pragya Thakur says sorry over Godse remark to BJP

The ruling party distanced itself from her controversial statement.

16 May 2019 9:10 PM

The lacklustre performance of the bowlers in the matches against England forced the team management to go back to Aamir, who was not part of the 15-man squad named initially.

Mohammad Aamir included in Pakistan's World Cup 2019 squad

The thrashing by English batsmen in a T20 International and two ODIs has alarmed the selectors, who were initially not keen on picking Aamir

16 May 2019 8:42 PM

England coach Gareth Southgate said he was "keeping the door open" for Kane, the team captain. (Photo: AFP)

Harry Kane selected by England for Nations League finals

Kane hasn't played since April 9 when he was hurt against Manchester City in the Champions League quarterfinals.

16 May 2019 8:27 PM

Modi has assured to provide two crore jobs annually which means a total of 10 crore jobs in five years, but he has failed on that count, he said. (Photo: File)

Stalin calls PM 'liar' for not honouring 2014 poll promises

'The people of the country have already decided to oust Modi government at the Centre,' Stalin said.

16 May 2019 8:21 PM

A record number of 536 players from 20 overseas countries and the West Indies are available to be picked by six CPL teams. (Photo: AFP)

Irfan Pathan becomes only Indian to enrol himself for Carribean Premier League

By signing up for the players draft, Pathan may become the first Indian to play in an overseas T20 league.

16 May 2019 8:06 PM

Reports received here said that 50-year-old Nayeem Ahmed Shah was shot dead by assailants in Kathi- Nalthi Pull locality of Bhaderwah around 2 am on Thursday. (Photo: Representational)

Curfew imposed in J&K town after man shot dead by cow vigilantes

The police said that it has detained seven persons for questioning but the main accused is absconding.

16 May 2019 7:44 PM

Gambhir is of the view that Rahul is the best-suited batsman to play at number four position, considering his technique. (Photo: PTI)

'Indian team lacks one more quality fast bowler': Gautam Gambhir

Bumrah has been the key weapon in the bowling scheme of things for India and Gambhir reckons the bowler will once again be the trump card.

16 May 2019 7:37 PM

Bajaj Finance was the biggest gainer in the Sensex pack, spurting 3.64 per cent. (Photo: PTI | File)

Benchmarks bounce back on bargain-hunting; IT, finance stocks sparkle

After trading on a tepid note throughout the day, the BSE Sensex surged in the last hour of trade to finish at 37,393.48.

16 May 2019 7:33 PM

The 63-year-old opined that the biggest advantage for India will be their experience of playing a full series in the United Kingdom last year. (Photo: AFP)

'KL Rahul could be an option for India at No 4': Dilip Vengsarkar

One of Indian cricket's best chairmen of selectors, the 'Colonel' is confident that Kohli's men will have a smooth ride to the semi-finals.

16 May 2019 7:25 PM

'In view of certain revelations made by one Michael Hershman, CBI sought the permission of the trial court to conduct further investigation in the Bofors case,' CBI spokesperson Nitin Wakankar said. (Photo: Representational)

Probe in Bofors payoff case to continue: CBI

The agency's response came after it withdrew from a Delhi court its application to seek permission to further probe into Bofors case.

16 May 2019 7:20 PM

'The first terrorist in independent India is a Hindu, his name is Nathuram Godse'. (Photo: File)

Delhi court to take complaint against Haasan's Hindu extremist remark on Aug 2

Metropolitan Magistrate at Patiala House Court Sumit Anand said the court will consider the matter on August 2.

16 May 2019 7:13 PM

Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi (Photo: File)

Woman to appeal against clean-chit to CJI in sexual harassment case

On May 6, it was disclosed that a three-judge in-house Committee of the Supreme Court gave a clean chit to CJI Gogo.

16 May 2019 7:11 PM

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 70.26 per dollar and advanced to a high of 69.99 during the day.

Rupee rises for 3rd day; vaults 31 paise to 70.03 vs USD

This is the third straight session of gain for the domestic currency.

16 May 2019 6:45 PM

Reuters found several listings of toilet seat covers, yoga mats, sneakers, rugs and other items depicting Hindu gods, or sacred Hindu symbols, on Amazon’s US website. (Photo: Twitter @SwamiGeetika)

Amazon faces backlash for selling shoes, rugs with images of Hindu gods

Amazon did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

16 May 2019 6:35 PM

The coordinated suicide bombings on April 21 not only destroyed lives but also wiped out the livelihoods of Sri Lankans who depend on tourism. (Photo: AFP)

2019 Lonely Planet guide’s top travel destination in peril

Sri Lanka's hotels, beaches, eateries now empty of tourists.

16 May 2019 6:35 PM

'The TMC and their goons have made Bengal a hell,' Modi said. (Photo: ANI)

Police trying to wipe out evidence of statue desecration: PM Modi

Modi said Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is frustrated over her imminent defeat.

16 May 2019 6:33 PM

Mayawati assertied that the West Bengal government had enough money to build it. (Photo: ANI twitter)

First build Ram Mandir then think of Vidyasagar's statue: Mamata dares BJP

Elections to 33 seats have taken place in West Bengal in the first six phases of elections.

16 May 2019 6:31 PM

Azerbaijan Sports Minister Azad Rahimov defended Baku this week as a deserving host. (Photo: AFP)

Arsenal criticises choice of Baku for the Europa League final

Arsenal and Chelsea have been given just 6,000 tickets each by UEFA for the May 29 game, in a stadium with a capacity of 68,700.

16 May 2019 6:28 PM

Thirteen parliamentary constituencies of Uttar Pradesh, including Varanasi, will go to polls on May 19 in the seventh and last phase of Lok Sabha elections. Results will be announced on May 23. (Photo: PTI )

'Ganga Ma will punish you': Mayawati trains guns at BJP

Mayawati went on to say that Congress' 'bad policies and rule' led to the emergence of SP and BSP.

16 May 2019 6:11 PM

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