Technology, Mobiles tabs, 25th Jan 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 25 Jan 2018

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The Delhi Police, however, said according to 'protocol and space constraint', no vehicles of the Delhi government were permitted inside Raj Niwas premises. (Photo: PTI)

CM’s car not allowed inside LG’s official residence, AAP terms it ‘insult’

Anil Baijal had invited the CM and other dignitaries for 'At-Home' function at Raj Niwas ahead of Republic Day celebrations.

25 Jan 2018 1:16 PM

Total amount is around 30 per cent of the state banks' equity base and is a significant shift away from the earlier drip-feed approach. (Photo: File)

Recap to mitigate PSB risks but NPAs to impact performance: Fitch

Decision to front-load around USD 12 bn through recapitalisation bonds would put banks in a slightly better position.

25 Jan 2018 1:14 PM

The import bill for 2018 is estimated at Rs 5 lakh crore and any further rise in crude prices would necessitate tough fiscal measures. (Photo:IOCL)

Oil and gas industry seeks infra status, lower taxes in budget

Rollout of GST, and exclusion of petroleum sector from its purview, has translated into much higher costs for sector.

25 Jan 2018 1:08 PM

Xiaomi's popular smartphone models include Redmi 4, Redmi 4A, Redmi 5 and Redmi Note.

Xiaomi surpasses Samsung sales in India

Now leading with shipments close to 8.2 million units (27 per cent market share) in Q4 2017.

25 Jan 2018 1:07 PM

The upgraded variant is said to come with 6GB RAM and expected to run Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.

Motorola Moto X4 with 6GB RAM, Android 8.0 Oreo to launch in India on February 1

The company has confirmed the news and has teased the launch on Twitter.

25 Jan 2018 1:06 PM

Eighth in line to the throne Eugenie, 27, daughter of the Queen’s second son, Prince Andrew, will have to exchange her vows in October instead.

Princess Eugenie forced to delay wedding for royal protocol

Prince Andrew's younger daughter wanted to wed in September but it clashes with other engagements.

25 Jan 2018 12:53 PM

With GIFs now being a part of Instagram, the contemporary ‘rivals’ which they will have to compete with are the Facebook, WhatsApp and Snapchat stories.

Instagram stories get GIF stickers

These GIF stickers will be available as part of version 29 on Android and iOS.

25 Jan 2018 12:45 PM

Varun Dhawan feeds his 'October' co-star Banita Sandhu samosa.

Varun Dhawan feeds Banita Sandhu samosa; is Natasha Dalal watching this?

Having wrapped up in November, Varun Dhawan and Banita Sandhu's movie ‘October’ releases on 13th April.

25 Jan 2018 12:45 PM

Samsung teases their next generation Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ with new camera technology.

Galaxy S9, S9+ MWC launch confirmed, will be camera-focused

Samsung has officially announced the launch date of the S9, S9+ flagships, hints at a ‘reimagined camera’.

25 Jan 2018 12:43 PM

Diavel has been known for its handling prowess and this one carries forward the legacy.

Ducati Diavel Carbon relaunched in India

The bike is now available in its Euro 4-spec avatar and features a few new additions.

25 Jan 2018 12:36 PM

However, there is not much of an insight in the latest declassified document as to how Rumsfeld planned to increase mil-to-mil cooperation with India. (Photo: File/AP)

US wanted increased military cooperation with India post-9/11 attack

The then US Defence Secretary memo of less than 10 words reflects how the 9/11 terrorist attack changed America's perception about India.

25 Jan 2018 12:32 PM

Modi has invited the leaders of all ten ASEAN nations to join him in the Republic Day celebrations on Friday in the biggest ever gathering of foreign leaders at the parade. (Photo: AFP/File)

India gathers ASEAN leaders to boost maritime security to counter China

India has been pursuing an 'Act East' policy of developing political and economic ties with Southeast Asia.

25 Jan 2018 12:16 PM

Chinese scientists removed the DNA-containing nucleus from monkey eggs and replaced it with DNA from the monkey fetus. (Representational image)

Monkeys cloned; are humans next in line?

The federal regulators in the US would not allow making a human baby by cloning, and international scientific groups also oppose it.

25 Jan 2018 12:02 PM

The senior Google engineer has accused the company for becoming ‘extremely competitor-focused’.

Google can innovate no longer: Ex- employee claims company copies competitors

He has criticised the company of loosing sight of creativity and only focussing on internal politics.

25 Jan 2018 11:40 AM

State Bank of India shares were down 2.7 per cent, Punjab National Bank was down 3.5 per cent while Bank of Baroda was down 3.6 per cent. (Representational Image)

Shares in large Indian state-run banks fall as recapitalisation plan disappoints

Govt pledged to inject nearly USD 14 billion combined into all but one state-run lender by March.

25 Jan 2018 11:32 AM

Padmavat, an epic poem written in Awadhi, speaks of the legendary queen, her admirable courage and beauty.

Here are 10 lesser known facts about Rani Padmavati

History says Chittor has faced 3 major invasions, but it was first invasion by Khalji, which has become stuff legends are made up of.

25 Jan 2018 11:30 AM

Acts of vandalism were reported in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: PTI)

Bhansali's 'Padmaavat' finally releases, security upped in wake of protests

Security personnel have been deployed outside cinema halls in various parts of the country to avoid any violence.

25 Jan 2018 11:27 AM

Prabhas and Anushka Shetty's 'Baahubali: The Conclusion' saw humongous box office collections.

Watch: Anushka shares Bhaagamathie video, but fans spot Prabhas in it

In the behind-the-scenes footage of the video, fans spotted Prabhas, with his face covered with a handkerchief.

25 Jan 2018 11:25 AM

Globally, gold held firm nearly 1-1/2 year highs at 1,363.60 an ounce, by rising 0.43 per cent in Singapore. (Photo: Representational/AFP)

Gold futures gain 0.50 per cent on strong overseas trend

Gold is trading at Rs 30,366 per 10 grams in futures trade as speculators built up fresh positions.

25 Jan 2018 11:03 AM

Congress also slammed the BJP government in Haryana over its 'failure' to maintain law and order in the state. (Photo: File/AP)

BJP’s use of hatred, violence setting nation on fire: Rahul on ‘Padmaavat’ row

Cong chief also condemned the violence against children by the mobs which have been protesting against the release of the film.