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

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Hike, India’s AI-led Unicorn was recently recognized as one of the top 3 patent filers in the field of IT with 66 patents in the year 2017-2018.

Hike becomes one of the top 3 patent filers in the country

Hike also unveiled the “Hike Patent Program”, empowering Hike employees with guidance, rewards and grants to file more patents.

16 Oct 2019 12:38 PM

Joaquin Phoenix-starrer 'Joker' collects Rs 50 cr at Indian box-office

It opened the floodgates for discussion on topics ranging from mental health to gun control.

16 Oct 2019 12:37 PM

The speaker’s multi-directional sound will immerse you in your music, indoors or out.

Soundworks Inc launches stylish Oontz Angle 3 Bluetooth speaker in India

Oontz Angle 3 is its best-selling speaker, available in Americas, Europe, South Asia and it now comes to India.

16 Oct 2019 12:28 PM

Last week, the chief minister had announced that women will be exempted during the odd-even scheme. (Photo: File)

People with disabilities to be exempted from odd-even scheme: Kejriwal

The road-rationing scheme is set to return in the national capital for the third time from November 4-15.

16 Oct 2019 12:24 PM

All India Online Vendors Association, whose 3,500 members sell products on various online platforms including Flipkart, in a statement said fewer than 100 of its members benefitted from Flipkart’s partial discount funding

India looks into Flipkart, Amazon festive discounts after retailer complaints

The Indian govt. is looking into whether hefty discounts offered on Flipkart & Amazon during festive sales violate foreign investment rules.

16 Oct 2019 12:23 PM

The strike appears more limited than other such operations against Iran this year after the downing of an American drone in June and an alleged attack by Iran's Revolutionary Guards on oil tankers in the Gulf in May. (Photo: File)

US carried out secret cyber strike on Iran after Saudi oil attack: report

The Pentagon declined to comment about the cyber strike.

16 Oct 2019 12:17 PM

OPEC, Russia and other producers have cut oil output by 1.2 million barrels per day to support the market.

Oil prices edge higher as OPEC hints at deeper output cuts

US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude CLc1 had gained 16 cents or 0.3 per cent to USD 52.97 a barrel.

16 Oct 2019 12:13 PM

Alexa will retrieve the amount due for bills from their registered Amazon account and ask for customer confirmation before processing the payment.

Amazon Alexa enables bill payments powered by Amazon Pay

Amazon Pay also offers various cashbacks and EMI options, which enable its customers a purchasing power at the lowest possible cost.

16 Oct 2019 12:12 PM

TikTok allows users to create and share short videos with special effects, and is hugely popular in Southeast Asia, including India.

TikTok brings in ex-US congressmen to review content policies

TikTok said the move will increase transparency around content moderation policies and its practices to protect users.

16 Oct 2019 12:05 PM

Wipro on Tuesday posted 35 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 2,552.7 crore for the second quarter ended September 30.

Wipro rises over 3 per cent after Q2 earnings

The company had registered a net profit of Rs 1,889 crore in the year-ago period.

16 Oct 2019 12:03 PM

Rahul Batra, modern day voice of singing legend Jagjit Singh croons at Indian Fiesta

Rahul’s first association with Zee Music was his first official song Tujhko Dhoond Raha Hun which was sung and written by him.

16 Oct 2019 11:57 AM

India’s recently concluded thermal coal mine auctions received a tepid response, with 15 out of 21 attracting fewer than three bidders. (Photo: PTI/ File/Representational)

Govt readies policy to attract foreign investment in coal mining

India’s coal demand to rise more than 21 per cent from current levels to 1.2 billion tonnes in 2023, says Joshi.

16 Oct 2019 11:51 AM

Comparisons with Ayushmann won't bother me: Sunny Singh

The actor said he recently met the 'Dream Girl' star and the duo greeted each other with warmth.

16 Oct 2019 11:49 AM

The 10000mAH Wireless PowerBank includes a micro USB cable for charging, and also has two high output USB-A ports to charge other devices.

STM Goods introduces wireless PowerBank in India

Innovative suction cups on the PowerBank attach the product to the device for added portability.

16 Oct 2019 11:49 AM

In our homes, we might try to bring the outside in with a potted tree, some herbs on the window sill, perhaps floral wallpaper or landscape art. (Photo: AP)

Bring nature indoors with these décor tips

Biophilic decor: Ways to bring the feel of nature indoors.

16 Oct 2019 11:45 AM

National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah has been detained at his house in Srinagar. (Photo: File | ANI)

Farooq Abdullah detained at his house in Srinagar, daughter in judicial custody

Safiya and Abdulla's sister Suraiya Abdullah were detained in Srinagar on Tuesday afternoon during protests.

16 Oct 2019 11:38 AM

The exponential progression of newer options such as Uber and Ola reflects a massive need for public transport options.

These 5 startups are resolving the woes of office commute

Startups are incorporating new age technology to solve the urban commuting problems.

16 Oct 2019 11:34 AM

The CBI had registered an FIR on May 15, 2017, alleging irregularities in the Foreign Investment Promotion Board clearance granted to the INX Media group for receiving overseas funds of Rs 305 crore in 2007 during Chidambaram's tenure as the finance minister. (Photo: File)

INX Media case: CBI ready to file chargesheet, likely to name Karti too

The agency might also name senior government officials who were part of the decision-making process related to INX Media.

16 Oct 2019 11:33 AM

The company is a 50:50 joint venture between Gujarat- based Adani Group and Singapore-based agri business group.

Adani Wilmar eyes Rs 36,000 cr from consumer business in 5 years

Adani Wilmar clocked total revenue of Rs 28,000 crore in FY'19 of which Rs 18,000 crore came from consumer busines.

16 Oct 2019 11:26 AM

Last year, out of about 2.8 million deaths, there were 10,721 deceased donors. Their organs led to 29,680 transplants. (Photo: AP)

Place of death determines chances of organ donation

Where you die can affect your chance of being an organ donor.

16 Oct 2019 11:25 AM

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