Technology, Mobiles tabs, 26th May 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 26 May 2018

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 26 May 2018

Ireland overturns abortion ban in landslide vote

66.4 percent voted for removing the constitutional ban, while 33.6 voted against.

26 May 2018 11:57 PM

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti congratulated Sama Shabir on her success. (Photo: Facebook | DPSSrinagar)

Separatist leader’s daughter tops CBSE Class 12 exams in J&K

A student of Delhi Public School, Athwajan, Sama Shabir secured 97.8 per cent marks, an official of the school said.

26 May 2018 9:15 PM

The summit would be an unprecedented meeting between a sitting US president and a North Korean leader, which Washington hopes will result in the full denuclearization of the reclusive state. (Photo: AFP)

Trump says North Korea summit talks may continue after 'productive talks'

Trump said in a tweet that 'very productive talks' were ongoing with North Korea about reinstating the summit.

26 May 2018 9:12 PM

The Vivo NEX is supposed to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 845 chipset accompanied by up to 8GB of RAM. (Photo: Venya Gaskin)

Vivo's all-screen smartphone leaks in the wild

Leaked photos show Vivo’s upcoming all-screen smartphone with no notch and a sliding selfie camera.

26 May 2018 8:48 PM

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addresses during the Special Convocation of Kazi Nazrul University at Asansol in West Burdwan district of West Bengal on Saturday. (Photo: PTI)

PM Sheikh Hasina appeals for help from India to 'protect the young', fight terrorism

On Friday, Bangladesh PM had appealed for support from India to put pressure on Myanmar to take back the Rohingya refugees in her country.

26 May 2018 8:31 PM

Taking to Twitter, Rahul Gandhi gave grades to the BJP-led NDA government in a mock report card of the prime minister. (Photo: PTI)

People now know PM Modi-Amit Shah duo ‘harmful’ for India: Congress

Congress observed 'Betrayal Day' to mark four years of the Modi government by organising protests in all district headquarters across India.

26 May 2018 8:24 PM

Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti in a statement described the Home Minister’s assertion as a welcome step to initiate dialogue and reconciliation in the Valley. (Photo: File)

India open to dialogue with Hurriyat, says Rajnath; J&K CM welcomes move

Mehbooba Mufti also appealed to the Hurriyat Conference to 'display maturity and show responsibility towards people'.

26 May 2018 7:57 PM

Additional Sessions Judge Tarun Sehrawat held Salem guilty of extortion and criminal intimidation and put up the matter for hearing arguments on quantum of sentence on July 21. (Photo: File)

Gangster Abu Salem convicted in 2002 extortion case by Delhi court

A Delhi court on Saturday convicted gangster Abu Salem for demanding Rs five crore as protection money from a businessman in 2002.

26 May 2018 7:53 PM

The big difference is that now, the companies will have to justify why they’re collecting and using that information. And they’re prevented from using data for a different purpose later. (Photo: AP)

What’s changing under new data privacy rules

Not much will change for you, at least right away; companies will keep on collecting and analysing personal data from your phone.

26 May 2018 7:16 PM

It has already been decided that Congress would have 22 ministers and JDS 12 in the new cabinet.(Photo: Twitter | @RahulGandhi)

Some issues with Congress over portfolio allocation, says Kumaraswamy

Parleys began between the Congress and the JD(S) on the issue of Cabinet expansion soon after Kumaraswamy proved the majority on Friday.

26 May 2018 6:58 PM

Sunrisers had to travel to Kolkata to book their final berth after knocking out two-time former champions Kolkata Knight Riders by 14 runs in Qualifier 2 last night. (Photo: BCCI)

IPL 2018: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad square off in high-voltage finale

CSK, who are gunning for their third IPL crown, take on 2016 winners SRH five days after their first play-off game

26 May 2018 6:49 PM

Moon said Trump’s decision left him 'perplexed' and was 'very regrettable.' (Photo: AP)

North, South Korean leaders hold surprise meeting, talks for 2nd time

South Korean presidential spokesman Yoon Young-chan said Moon will reveal the outcome of his surprise meeting with Kim on Sunday.

26 May 2018 6:33 PM

PM Modi on Saturday hailed good governance as an all-round development for the country on the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the BJP-led government at the Centre. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

India has gone from 'kala dhan' to 'jan dhan': PM on 4 yrs of Modi govt

Speaking at a public rally in Odisha's Cuttack, PM Narendra Modi said, 'Your aspirations, dreams and hope keep me going.'

26 May 2018 6:12 PM

Challenging the acquittal of the DMK leaders and others, Additional Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Justice SP Garg that huge loss to the public exchequer had been caused due to the spectrum allocation scam.(Photo: File)

CBI challenges 2G acquittals in Delhi High Court, calls case a shame

On March 19, the ED moved HC challenging special court's order acquitting all accused in money laundering case arising out of the 2G scam.

26 May 2018 5:58 PM

Madhya Pradesh continues to reel under a heat wave with the summer months taking a toll on people's daily activities. (Photo: ANI)

Water crisis forces locals to climb down wells in MP's Dindori

The Locals said they have to walk to well in scorching heat, which is a kilometre away because all other water bodies have dried up.

26 May 2018 5:45 PM

He also released a 14-minute audio clip, claiming that it was the complete version of the "twisted" clip that was released by Thackeray during a rally on Friday. (Photo: File)

Maharashtra CM releases 14-minute long audio clip to silence Shiv Sena

Fadnavis said he was ready to face action if what he said in the clip was found to be inappropriate.

26 May 2018 5:42 PM

Srivastava is the niece of former CBI director Anil Sinha who said that she has always been a bright student. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

No secret formula, just hard work behind success: CBSE class 12 topper

She secured 99 in English (Core), while in other subjects --Psychology, History, Geography and Economics -- she scored a perfect 100.

26 May 2018 5:27 PM

Rice is not just a major source of calories, but also proteins and vitamins for many people in developing countries. (Photo: Pixabay)

Rice becomes less nutritious as CO2 levels rise: Study

Local wildlife has sometimes added an additional challenge to the research.

26 May 2018 5:26 PM

Melanoma is a deadly skin cancer, the incidence of which has increased steadily in many countries of the world. (Photo: Pixabay)

Weight loss surgery can cut skin cancer risk: study

Weight loss in individuals with obesity can reduce the risk of a deadly form of cancer that has increased steadily in many countries.

26 May 2018 5:20 PM

The victim told PTI over phone that the attackers claimed that they were members of a right-wing organisation and he did not file a complaint as he was afraid. (Representational image)

Muslim youth beaten up for befriending Hindu girl in UP

A video of the incident in which youth is seen being slapped and voices are heard of inquiries about relationship with girl has gone viral.

26 May 2018 5:17 PM

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