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

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"No activity regarding NPR may be taken up without prior clearance from the government of West Bengal. The order is issued in the interest of public order," the circular said. (Photo: File | PTI)

Amid protests over citizenship law, West Bengal stays work on NPR

The central government has decided to prepare the NPR by September 2020 to lay the foundation for rolling out a citizens' register.

16 Dec 2019 10:07 PM

The 'landmark' decision was inked during the fourth India-Nepal coordination meeting held between Indian border guarding force SSB and its Nepalese counterpart APF at Pokhara, Nepal during November 20-22. (Photo: File)

In a first, Nepal to help India in checking 'third country' suspects, terror operatives

The 1,751-km long open India-Nepal border has been reported multiple times in the past to have been used by Pakistani elements.

16 Dec 2019 9:44 PM

The Maratha strongman, born on December 12, 1940 in Baramati in Pune district, is widely respected for his political acumen by leaders cutting across party lines. (Photo: File | AP)

NCP workers seek Bharat Ratna for Pawar, start campaign

The campaign was started by the NCP's social justice cell led by its Thane city chief Kailas Hawle.

16 Dec 2019 9:25 PM

'As long as I am alive, I will never implement the citizenship law or NRC in the state. You can very well dismiss my government or put me behind bars but I will never implement this black law. We will continue to protest democratically till this law is scrapped. If they want to implement it in Bengal they will have to do it over my dead body,' Banerjee said. (Photo: File | PTI)

'Over my dead body': Mamata dares Centre to impose CAA and NRC in WB

The WB CM also wrote to writes to Guv Dhankhaar, asking him to cooperate to maintain peace in the state.

16 Dec 2019 9:11 PM

On November 28, Bajwa got a six-month conditional extension from the Supreme Court, ending an unprecedented legal wrangle that shook the government of Prime Minister Imran Khan and pitted the powerful military against the judiciary. (Photo: File | AP)

'Unbridled power can be dangerous': Pak SC on General Bajwa's extension

PM Khan had extended Bajwa's tenure through a notification in August, but the SC suspended it on Nov 26.

16 Dec 2019 8:50 PM

When it comes to street smartness, there are few in the current Indian team's limited-overs set-up, who can match Kedar Jadhav's on-your-feet thinking. (Photo: AP)

Kedar Jadhav: Under-bowled in recent times, experts divided on his utility

In recent times, Jadhav has been the most under-utilised cricketer, which has led to varied opinions on him being an ideal fit in the squad.

16 Dec 2019 8:38 PM

Indian Super League's Mumbai City FC's U18 side was suspended for a year and fined Rs. 10 Lakh by Mumbai District Football Associaton's (MDFA). (Photo: Mumbai City FC)

Mumbai City FC's U18 side suspended for a year

A 26-year-old assistant referee Umesh Patel was manhandled by the team's players and officials during MDFA Elite Division league match.

16 Dec 2019 8:05 PM

With eight months left for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the stadium for the mega sporting event was opened for media on Sunday. (Photo: ANI)

Tokyo 2020: Olympic stadium officially opened

The Olympics are scheduled to take place from July 24 to August 9, 2020.

16 Dec 2019 7:45 PM

The report, compiled in collaboration with the World Health Organization. (Photo: AFP)

Double burden of malnutrition: obesity and premature death

Report reveal that double burden of obesity, undernourishment stalks world.

16 Dec 2019 7:36 PM

Babar, who scored his second Test hundred in the last three game on Sunday at against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi, said he wanted to be a batsman who, like Kohli, could win more matches for his team. (Photo: AFP / AP)

'I want to get where Virat Kohli is today': Babar Azam

The 24-year-old is a self-confessed fan of Kohli spoke about his aspiration to emulate the world's No.1 Test and ODI batsman.

16 Dec 2019 7:00 PM

The draw for the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final will take place on March 20. (Photo: AFP)

UEFA Champions League last-16 draw out: Mouth-watering matchups lined up for February

The first-leg of the draw will take place on the 19th and 26th of February, while the second-leg will take place on 11th and 18th March.

16 Dec 2019 6:50 PM

The study was published by Elsevier in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. (Photo: ANI)

Vaping induces addiction to other substances

Studies reveal that more teens who vape use nicotine and other addictive substances.

16 Dec 2019 6:30 PM

'Not long ago, the Supreme Court gave its ruling on Ayodhya, there was a demand of Indians from all over the world for 100 years that a grand Ram temple should be built at Ram Janmabhoomi,' he said. (Photo: File)

'Sky-touching temple in Ayodhya to come up within 4 months': Amit Shah

The BJP president was addressing an election rally in Pakur in favour of the party candidate.

16 Dec 2019 5:59 PM

Anurag Kashyap calls govt 'fascist' after Jamia Milia students' protest against CAA

The police entered Jamia Millia Islamia University after a protest against amended Citizenship Act spiralled out of control on Sunday.

16 Dec 2019 5:57 PM

Aakash Chopra on Monday said images of students clashing with police at various institutions over the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) are deeply disturbing and crushing voices of dissent will only turn the agitators against India. (Photo: Instagram/ Aakash Chopra)

'Silencing voices with force will turn students against India': Akash Chopra

The 42-year-old former batsman, who played 10 Tests for India, took to Twitter to express his concern.

16 Dec 2019 5:50 PM

India’s Rishabh Pant has received a lot of criticism due to a dip in batting form and shoddy glovework but the 22-year-old showed his worth with a matured knock against West Indies in the opening one-day international at Chennai on Sunday. (Photo: PTI)

Rishabh Pant eases pressure on himself with maiden ODI fifty

Pant’s six-hitting ability makes him an asset in limited-overs cricket and the youngster has been earmarked as MS Dhoni’s natural successor.

16 Dec 2019 5:27 PM

Chhapaak wrap pictures. (Photo: Instagram)

I feel extremely grateful: Meghna Gulzar on 'Chhapaak' trailer's positive response

Overwhelmed with the Chhapaak trailer's response, director Meghna Gulzar expressed her happiness in a statement.

16 Dec 2019 5:17 PM

Mumbai City FC head coach Jorge Costa has alleged that the referee, who officiated his side's Indian Super League match against Bengaluru FC, called one of his players a monkey, a charge which the national federation will investigate. (Photo: ISL)

Mumbai City coach alleges referee called his player monkey during ISL match

Saudi Arabian referee Turki Alkhudhayr called Gabonese player Serge Kevyn a monkey and made some 'disrespectful gestures'.

16 Dec 2019 5:09 PM

Detel’s D1 Guru and Champ comes with 1.8-inch LCD display, while Detel D1 Star and Max (pictured) come with 2.4-inch and 2.8-inch LCD Display, respectively.

Detel launches 4 new feature phones below Rs 1,000

The 4 new devices are available online at prices ranging between Rs 625 and 999, ease experience for individuals

16 Dec 2019 4:55 PM

West Indies have been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate against India in the first ODI match in Chennai on Sunday. (Photo: AP)

West Indies players fined for slow over-rate in first ODI against India

David Boon of the International Cricket Council (ICC) elite panel of Match Referees imposed the fine on Kieron Pollard's side.

16 Dec 2019 4:52 PM

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