Technology, Mobiles tabs, 21st Aug 2017, News & Stories from India

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State Bank of India has waived off the clearance charges on most of its retail loans like gold loan, car loans, festive loans, etc.

Festival bonanza: SBI waives off clearing charges on car, gold, personal loans

The country’s largest lender announced a waiver of up to 100 per cent on different kinds of personal loans.

21 Aug 2017 4:27 PM

The streets were closed on Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm for the parade. (Photo: ANI)

New York holds parade to celebrate Indian Independence day

Baahubali actress Tamannaah Bhatia, and Gen Dalbir Singh Suhag were the chief guests of the event.

21 Aug 2017 4:22 PM

According to Gibbins, Princess Diana just wanted to have a lovely summer at somebody else’s expense (Photo: Youtube)

Princess Diana just wanted a summer romance, claims Gibbins

Former secretary says Princess did not love Dodi Fayed and only wanted a 'summer of fun' on his yacht.

21 Aug 2017 4:20 PM

IGST paid can be taken as input tax credit by the banks. (Photo: PTI)

Banks to pay 3 per cent IGST on gold imports: CBEC

GST is payable at the rate of 3 per cent of the total transaction value of jewellery.

21 Aug 2017 4:16 PM

Militant hideout unearthed in J&K's Kangan

A search operation was launched by security forces in Cheki Akhaal forests in Kangan area, 40 kms from Srinagar, following a tip off.

21 Aug 2017 4:11 PM

Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Shrikant Purohit's wife Aparna Purohit on Monday expressed happiness over the court's decision. (Photo: ANI)

Malegaon blasts case: Lt Col Purohit's wife expresses happiness over verdict

This comes after SC on Monday set aside the Bombay High Court’s earlier order and granted bail to Lt Col Purohit in Malegaon blasts case.

21 Aug 2017 4:03 PM

Fishing on Lake Albert is one of the main occupations in Ituri, which borders Uganda. (Photo: Representational/File)

Landslide in DR Congo kills at least 140 people

The landslide occurred in the northeast village of Tora when part of a mountain engulfed a fishing camp after heavy rains.

21 Aug 2017 4:02 PM

Meeting was convened by the prime minister to review the progress of two key schemes related to the agriculture sector. (Photo: PTI)

Over 90 lakh farmers benefited from crop insurance scheme

Over Rs 7,700 crore have already been paid to farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.

21 Aug 2017 4:01 PM

In 2012, Finland's then-prime minister Jyrki Katainen escaped a knife attack in Turku while campaigning for municipal elections. (Photo: AFP)

Finnish court identifies Turku stabbing suspect as Morocco asylum seeker

Police will ask the court to remand him in custody suspected of two murders and eight attempted murders 'with terrorist intent'.

21 Aug 2017 4:01 PM

Compared to the Mi Mix, the Mi Mix 2 loses the bottom-chin in favour of a slim highlight that manages to conceal the front camera.

Xiaomi's Mi Mix 2 will have insane bezel-less display

The latest concept video by Mi Mix designer Philippe Starck teases a full-screen display with negligible bezel at the bottom.

21 Aug 2017 3:46 PM

Chappelle-Nadal was later questioned by the US Secret Service as part of its investigation into her remarks. (Photo: AP)

US lawmaker who wished Trump to be assassinated, apologises

Chappelle-Nadal's post was in response to one that suggested Vice President Mike Pence would try to have Trump removed from office.

21 Aug 2017 3:41 PM

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un (C) ast week delayed the Guam strike plan, but warned it could go ahead depending on Washington's next move. (Photo: File)

China urges to suspend US-South Korea joint military drills

Beijing has pleaded for a resumption of long-dormant six-nation talks to peacefully resolve the nuclear crisis.

21 Aug 2017 3:40 PM

Policce officers inspect a bus stop in La Valentine district after a van rammed into two bus stops in the French port city of Marseille (Photo:AP)

Car ploughs into people at Marseille bus stop in France, 1 killed

The police source said the man was in his mid-30s and was not from Marseille. Another source said the vehicle was a van.

21 Aug 2017 3:40 PM

Experts question health benefits claims about superfoods

Here's what they say.

21 Aug 2017 3:39 PM

Community groups monitoring anti-Semitic and Islamophobic abuse have reported that a significant proportion of incidents involve the internet. There was also a surge in reports following the European Union referendum in June 2016 in which Britons chose to leave the bloc.

UK promises to prosecute online hate crimes vigorously

The new guidelines outline a stance on cyber hate attacks on the basis of race, religion, disability, sexuality or transgender identity.

21 Aug 2017 3:31 PM

Form GSTR-3B is for traders who file their GST return. First return will be filed for July. (Photo: Representational/PTI)

Step by step guide to fill and submit your first GST return

Implementing company GST Network has drawn out a complete proforma to guide traders on how to file GST return.

21 Aug 2017 3:27 PM

IACCGH is a major driver in inbound and outbound business delegations to India that helps in expanding markets, product lines and diversification for businesses. (Photo: Facebook)

3 Indian-Americans to be honoured at 18th IACCGH gala in Houston

IACCGH gala is the biggest event and is attended by Houston's top business leaders, elected officials and IACCGH members and guests.

21 Aug 2017 3:24 PM

In Salem, a field outside the state fairgrounds was transformed into a campground in advance of an eclipse-watching party for 8,500, courtesy of the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry.

Americans stake out prime viewing spots to see sun go dark

With 200 million people within a day's drive of Monday's path of totality, towns and parks braced for monumental crowds.

21 Aug 2017 3:19 PM

National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) is a state-owned power geneartor. (Photo: PTI)

NTPC seeks shareholders' nod to raise Rs 15K crore

The special resolution is listed on agenda of annual general meeting scheduled for September 20.

21 Aug 2017 3:17 PM

The team will later stitch the images to create a “megamovie” using an algorithm. (Photo: AFP)

Google stationed volunteers to creat 'megamovie' on Aug 21 solar eclipse

The solar eclipse will begin at Oregon coast (at 9.36 pm IST on Sunday) and end at the South Carolina coast (at 1.36 am IST on Tuesday).

21 Aug 2017 3:13 PM

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