Technology, Mobiles tabs, 23rd Aug 2017, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 23 Aug 2017

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 23 Aug 2017

Corroborating previous leaks, the Galaxy Note 8 comes with a 6.3-inch Super AMOLED quad HD display with 2960 x 1440 pixel resolution. The display is similar to the Galaxy S8 but in a less curvy form.

Samsung unveils the Galaxy Note 8: price, specifications and more

The smartphone is much like the Galaxy S8 but with a bigger screen and the S-Pen.

23 Aug 2017 9:40 PM

Prabhu also said that he had devoted his blood and sweat for the betterment of the Railways in three years of his tenure as the minister. (Photo: File)

Suresh Prabhu offers to resign; Congress asks Modi to appoint 'responsible person'

The railways minister's comments come hours after Delhi-bound Kaifiyat Express got derailed in Uttar Pradesh's Auraiya.

23 Aug 2017 9:20 PM

The move is to ensure that the benefits extended to OBCs reach all the communities, Union Minister Arun Jaitley said in Delhi. (Photo: PTI)

Panel to examine sub-categorisation of OBCs in central list: Jaitley

Speaking on decisions taken by the Union cabinet, the minister said as many as 11 states have such categorisation in state govt jobs.

23 Aug 2017 9:08 PM

Airports Authority of India (AAI) has entered into strategic alliances with Ola and Uber that will provide passengers the option to hire these cabs at select aerodromes.

Book Ola, Uber without hassle at airports as AAI partners with cos

This alliance with Ola and Uber shall also facilitate flyers to book cabs through booking kiosks located at the airport itself.

23 Aug 2017 9:05 PM

The RJD chief is criss-crossing state to mobilise people for Aug 27 rally, which he has claimed would be a major occasion to bring together secular forces on one platform against BJP. (Photo: PTI)

Mamata, Sharad Yadav to attend RJD rally on Aug 27, says Lalu Yadav

Mayawati's absence from the event will not be a ‘setback’, Lalu Prasad said on Wednesday.

23 Aug 2017 8:59 PM

Tata Power is planning to sell its non-core assets to bring down its debt.

Tata Power eyes sale of non-crore assets to trim Rs 49k crore debt

Tata Power also continues to explore options to resolve financial issues pertaining to its Coastal Gujarat Power at Mundra.

23 Aug 2017 8:54 PM

On August 9, the renowned activist was arrested when she was on her way to Dhar after being discharged from Indore's Bombay Hospital. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Sardar Sarovar Dam Protest: Indore High Court grants bail to Medha Patkar

Patkar was on indefinite strike since July 27 to demand proper rehabilitation of Sardar Sarovar Dam project oustees.

23 Aug 2017 8:48 PM

The pills were orange in colour (Photo: AP)

German police seize ecstasy pills shaped like Donald Trump

Officers said they found about 5,000 of the orange, Trump-shaped ecstasy tablets along with a large, but unspecified quantity of cash.

23 Aug 2017 8:48 PM

The exotic breasts and slim figure add to the popularity (Photo: AFP)

Popularity of sex robot at brothel causes owners to spend on another doll

The sex doll they have is so popular that men prefer her more than real women working at the brothel.

23 Aug 2017 8:36 PM

Investors push for Nandan Nilekani's return to Infosys board

These group of investors collectively own 10 per cent of the company shares.

23 Aug 2017 8:33 PM

BJP said Yogi Adityanath government has been taking steps to strengthen the vision of 'New India'. (Photo: PTI)

Yogi Adityanath government taking steps towards 'New India': BJP

Tripathi said that in a span of four months, nearly 6.5 lakh toilets have been constructed by the Yogi govt.

23 Aug 2017 8:28 PM

Police said the casino was being run for the last two months from the farmhouse that was also rented out for shooting of various TV serials and films earlier. (Representational Image)

Police bust casino-cum-bar in south Delhi, nab 30

Police have also seized gambling coins worth over a crore from the spot and 56 liquor bottles and playing cards, said the DCP.

23 Aug 2017 8:23 PM

The implementation of goods and service tax (GST) could possibly increase overall benefits for retailers by up to 5 per cent over the next three years.

GST could increase overall benefits for retailers by 5 per cent

Retailers can avail of input credits with the effective GST tax rate that factors in all benefits.

23 Aug 2017 8:21 PM

The sources said the Army headquarters will study the Supreme Court's order granting him bail and accordingly a call will be taken on whether to revoke his suspension from service. (Photo: File)

Lt Col Purohit accused in 2008 Malegaon blast case reports back to Army unit

The sources said the Army headquarters will review his suspension from service after examining the court order.

23 Aug 2017 8:13 PM

The preliminary settlement in class action lawsuit will offer a 50 percent refund of the retail price to US customers who bought a water-resistant Sony Xperia device.

Sony to refund water-resistant Xperia smartphone owners

The Japanese electronics giant’s water resistant smartphones reportedly received damages when exposed to water.

23 Aug 2017 8:07 PM

Surjewala also urged the prime minister to appoint a responsible person in his place and draw a safety map for the railways. (Photo: PTI | File)

PM must sack Suresh Prabhu, appoint responsible person, says Congress

This ‘responsibility business’ would not do, Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said.

23 Aug 2017 7:57 PM

Apple may have no reason to worry about, but the growth experienced by Chinese manufacturers lately push the Cupertino based iPhone maker on very thin ice, especially given the delays rumoured to hit the iPhone 8.

Apple beware! Chinese firms preparing to invade market with bezel-less phones

Companies like Huawei, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Gionee, and Sharp have all prepared bezel-less smartphones and plans to bring them to the market.

23 Aug 2017 7:49 PM

Rajiv Bansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas will be the next Air India CMD. (Representational Image)

Rajiv Bansal appointed CMD of Air India after Lohani joins Railway Board

Rajiv Bansal is currently the Additional Secretary and Financial Adviser, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

23 Aug 2017 7:48 PM

Uber will report second-quarter financials to investors this week, which will offer fresh insight on whether the company can get profitable any time soon.

True price of an Uber ride in question as investors assess firm's value

What is the true cost of an Uber ride?

23 Aug 2017 7:46 PM

A Google spokeswoman said the company plans to disclose Titan's technical details in a blog post on Thursday.

Google touts Titan security chip to market cloud services

Titan is the size of a tiny stud earring that Google has installed in each of the many thousands of computer servers and network cards.

23 Aug 2017 7:44 PM

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