Technology, Mobiles tabs, 19th Oct 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 19 Oct 2018

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 19 Oct 2018

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh also announced free treatment to all injured in the accident. (Photo: File)

Amritsar train accident: Punjab CM announces Rs 5 lakh aid to kin of deceased

At least 50 people were killed after a train ran over a crowd of Dussehra revellers near Amritsar.

19 Oct 2018 9:39 PM

According to PTI news agency, a police official said, 'There has been a UBGL attack followed by firing at the Army camp in Shadimarg area of Pulwama.' (Representational Image)

Grenade attack on Army camp in J&K's Pulwama, say police

In a tweet, Kashmir Zone stated that the attack was followed by firing at the army camp in Shadimarg.

19 Oct 2018 8:55 PM

The accident took place at Choura Bazar near Amritsar. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

52 dead after train runs over people watching Ravana burning near Amritsar

'A train travelling at fast speed ran over several people during Dussehra celebrations in Choura Bazar,' eyewitnesses said.

19 Oct 2018 8:20 PM

Providers, and patients, need to understand the risks of both types of smoking (Photo: AFP)

Research shows wounds may heal slowly due to e-cigarette vaping

The adverse effects of traditional cigarette smoking on wound healing has been well established in the surgical field.

19 Oct 2018 8:02 PM

This image shows a landslide and barrier lake on Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet in western China. (CCTV via AP Video)

Flood alert in Arunachal after landslide in China creates artificial lake

Indian authorities warned villagers in East Siang district of Arunachal, state bordering China's Tibet region, not to venture near river.

19 Oct 2018 7:52 PM

The 40-year-old woman, who had attempted suicide thrice in the past, has in her Facebook post accused the two priests — Br Francis Gale of the Christian Brothers and Br Muscat of Don Bosco — for sexually abusing her since she was a five-year-old. (Representational Image)

Meghalaya: Woman names two Catholic Church priests in #MeToo campaign

Woman said she did not speak to anyone about the abuse by Br Muscat because of the larger abuse she faced from Br Francis Gale.

19 Oct 2018 7:45 PM

The actor also shared that he will be helping Ajeet Singh, who appeared on KBC Karmveer. (Photo: File)

Paid off loans of 350 farmers before, will clear 850 now: Amitabh Bachchan

The 76-year-old actor said he previously helped over 350 farmers from Maharashtra by clearing their loans.

19 Oct 2018 7:16 PM

Paripoornananda said he would work as a 'sevak' of the BJP with zero expectation and spread its message to southern parts of the country. (Photo: Video screengrab)

Swami Paripoornananda joins BJP, party eyes boost in T'gana polls

Amit Shah said Paripoornananda has made big contribution in fields of social service and religious activities in south India.

19 Oct 2018 7:09 PM

It comes with a user-friendly touch panel with PM2.5 display along with an air quality indicator

Moonbow by Hindware launches Vayo room air purifier

The sleek and elegant new air purifier is equipped with a PURI 5 technology.

19 Oct 2018 6:47 PM

However, officials said no purchase order has been given by the Punjab government for the new luxury vehicles so far. (Photo: File | PTI)

Punjab approves 400 luxury cars, including 16 Land Cruisers, for ministers

The purchase of new vehicles is likely to cost around Rs 80 crore on the state exchequer, officials said.

19 Oct 2018 6:43 PM

He said MJ Akbar's resignation from the council of ministers in the wake of charges of sexual harassment against him would not affect the prospects of BJP in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections as the party had taken 'prompt action'. (Photo: File)

Union Minister Alphons backs #MeToo but cautions against frivolous complaints

The Minister said there was no private life for politicians and they obviously have to be accountable.

19 Oct 2018 6:41 PM

Acoosta claims that the technological origin of the device is derived out of extensive consumer insights and rigorous R&D spanning over 18 months.

Acoosta Innovations launches Acoosta Uno

The world’s first high fidelity music system with the largest variety of built-in music powered by Sony DADC.

19 Oct 2018 6:20 PM

In a statement, the Foreign Office said the Indian purchase was part of its efforts to acquire a Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) System through multiple sources. (Photo: File)

India's decision to buy S-400 missile system will further destabilise region: Pak

India and Russia concluded the USD 5 billion S-400 air defence system deal early this month.

19 Oct 2018 6:19 PM

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said the people of the nation had faith in the BSF jawans and it had increased rapidly recently. (Photo: File | PTI)

‘New hi-tech solutions to ease soldiers’ jobs at borders’: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh said technological solutions being implemented by India would eliminate need for soldiers to stand guard to protect borders.

19 Oct 2018 6:17 PM

#MeToo: Will Kizzie Aur Manny suffer Housefull 4’s fate due to Mukesh Chabbra?

The #MeToo movement has gained momentum from Hollywood to now Bollywood and India with people speaking out.

19 Oct 2018 6:03 PM

While 81 per cent of women faced hair loss, 74 per cent men were affected by it (Photo: AFP)

Women are more likely to be affected by side-effects of chemotherapy than men

Even as the number of patients experiencing reduction in size of tumour was higher in men, there wasn’t much difference in survival rates.

19 Oct 2018 5:58 PM

The IL&FS group is facing serious liquidity crisis and has defaulted on interest payment on various debt repayments since August 27.

IL&FS Investment Managers non-executive director resigns from board

This is in continuation to a spate of resignations of the board of directors from IL&FS and its group firms.

19 Oct 2018 5:50 PM

Home Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects to former UP and Uttarakhand CM ND Tiwari. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Mortal remains of veteran leader N D Tiwari to be brought to UP on Saturday

Tiwari, 93, died at a private hospital in Delhi on Thursday after a prolonged illness.

19 Oct 2018 5:44 PM

What could be more in the making at Apple's event?

Apple announce iPad Pro and Mac event: ‘There’s more in the making’

The event will be held on October 30 at the Howard Gilman Opera House in New York City.

19 Oct 2018 5:21 PM

The advisory also referred to campaigns of certain civil and women's rights activists, Left parties and fronts and pro-Left wing extremism groups in favour of women's entry and actively using women to do so. (Photo: PTI)

Centre’s advisory to Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka on Sabarimala protests

Union Home Ministry asked 3 states to closely monitor dissemination of various 'adverse' messages through social media and Internet.

19 Oct 2018 5:20 PM

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