Technology, Mobiles tabs, 26th Dec 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 26 Dec 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 26 Dec 2019

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday claimed that India could carry out "an action of some sort" in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir to divert attention from its domestic issues and warned that his army was prepared for any such move. (Photo: File)

India could carry out 'action of some sort' in PoK, claims Pak PM Imran Khan

PM said he had told army chief Gen Bajwa about the threats from India and the General 'told me that Pakistan is prepared for them.'

26 Dec 2019 8:55 PM

England pacer Stuart Broad became the second bowler to scalp 400 wickets in this decade on Thursday. (Photo: AFP)

Stuart Broad completes 400 scalps in this decade

The 33-year-old pacer has now joined the list which is lead by compatriot James Anderson with 428 wickets.

26 Dec 2019 8:45 PM

Sending out a stern warning, Karnataka Revenue Minister R Ashoka on Thursday said the state government would emulate Uttar Pradesh and confiscate properties of those who caused damage to public properties during protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act. (Photo: File)

K'taka Minister warns of confiscation of properties of protesters damaging public assets

Anti-CAA protests had reached its peak in the state last week and turned violent in Mangaluru, resulting in the death of 2 in police firing.

26 Dec 2019 8:44 PM

US President Donald Trump on Thursday called for the governments in Moscow, Damascus and Tehran to stop the violence in Syria's rebel-held province of Idlib. (Photo: File)

'Don't do it!': Trump calls for end to killing in Syria rebel bastion

Trump on Thursday praised Turkey's efforts, tweeting that Ankara 'is working hard to stop this carnage.'

26 Dec 2019 8:29 PM

Air India (AI) has stopped issuing air tickets to government agencies on credit basis, due to non-payment of dues, said the spokesperson of the public carrier on Thursday. (Photo: File)

No more tickets to government agencies on credit: Air India

Tickets on credit are not being issued to the government departments or agencies against whom the pending dues is Rs 10 lakh or more.

26 Dec 2019 8:21 PM

Jharkhand Governor Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath of office to chief minister-designate Hemant Soren at 2 pm on December 29, an official communique said here on Thursday. (Photo: File)

Hemant Soren to take oath as J'khand CM on Dec 29: Raj Bhavan

Chief Secretary D K Tiwari called on Soren at his Kanke Road residence here during the day and handed him the invitation for the ceremony.

26 Dec 2019 8:14 PM

National selector Devang Gandhi on Thursday clarified that he entered Bengal's dressing room after taking permission from the match referee and Anti Corruption Unit (ACU) during the Ranji Trophy match between Bengal and Andhra at Eden Gardens. (Photo: AFP)

I have not broken any protocols: Devang Gandhi on dressing room controversy

The same thing is cited by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) in the statement released after the controversy.

26 Dec 2019 8:00 PM

In the wake of protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in the national capital, Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday accused Congress of supporting violence in the city's streets and said it is time to "punish the tukde-tukde gang". (Photo: ANI)

Time to punish 'tukde-tukde' gang for violence in Delhi: Shah attacks Cong, AAP

The BJP has accused Congress of inciting violence during protests against the new citizenship law.

26 Dec 2019 7:53 PM

Over 50 faculty members of Banaras Hindu University and affiliated colleges have issued a statement condemning the controversial amendments to the citizenship law and proposed implementation of NRC. (Photo: File)

51 BHU faculty members sign statement condemning CAA, NRC

Some BHU students were arrested a few days ago and sent to jail for protesting against the NRC and CAA.

26 Dec 2019 7:44 PM

Soul searching proved to be a cathartic experience for India's Test captain Ajinkya Rahane, who learnt to accept rejection after being snubbed for this year's ODI World Cup. (Photo: AFP)

'I listened to my inner self during time away from team': Ajnikya Rahane

The 32-year-old spoke about how he channelised his energies during his two-month stay in Southampton, playing for the Hampshire.

26 Dec 2019 7:12 PM

A 63-year-old man in Germany had a very Merry Christmas indeed after an honest finder returned the backpack he had forgotten under a tree — filled with presents and 16,000 euros (USD 17,700, approximately Rs 12.6 lakh) in cash. (Representational Image)

Honest German returns backpack with over Rs 12 lakh forgotten under Christmas tree

Officers were able to quickly identify the owner and reunite him with the backpack and its precious contents.

26 Dec 2019 7:00 PM

The size and cost of Britain's royal family has long been contentious, with the latest controversies renewing calls for a "rationalised structure of Windsor plc". (Photo: AFP)

British public sceptical about Royal Family after forgettable year

Cost of UK royals back in spotlight after Queen's year to forget.

26 Dec 2019 6:45 PM

The BJP on Thursday hit back at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his liar jibe at the prime minister, dubbing him as "joothon ka sardar" (master of lies) and saying detention camps in Assam were set up when the Congress was in power both at the Centre and the state. (Photo: File)

'Joothon ka sardar': BJP leader Sambit Patra takes a dig at Rahul Gandhi

Earlier in the day, Rahul Gandhi had alleged that PM Modi was lying to the country on the issue of detention camps in Assam.

26 Dec 2019 6:45 PM

An Uttar Pradesh minister on a visit here on Thursday refused to meet the families of the two Muslim men who died in the recent protests against the new citizenship law, terming them "upadravi" (vandals). (Photo: ANI)

UP minister skips meeting families of Muslims men died in anti-CAA protests

Suleman's family, however, denies this and says he had nothing to do with the protests.

26 Dec 2019 6:15 PM

Asserting that peaceful protests will continue as long as the new citizenship law is not withdrawn, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday warned the BJP against "playing with fire". (Photo: File)

Peaceful protests to continue till CAA is revoked: Mamata Banerjee

She said that a TMC delegation will be sent to Karnataka to meet the families of victims allegedly killed in police firing there.

26 Dec 2019 5:53 PM

Playing flamboyant shots is not a 'crime' if they translate into results, reckons batting maestro Rohit Sharma, who says youngsters should have the freedom to express themselves freely. (Photo: AFP)

'Playing aerial shots is not crime': Rohit Sharma

Rohit started his international career as a middle-order before becoming one of the best openers in the limited-overs game.

26 Dec 2019 5:29 PM

TCL may introduce seamless, central console-like AI TVs in 2020

TCL already provide things like AI voice interaction & interconnectivity with smart home devices, the next ones may further integrate them.

26 Dec 2019 5:20 PM

Reading Five Works of Sabarna Roy is Churning Five Oceans

This author of five bestselling books initiated a new trend in Indian English literature that is influencing other writers too.

26 Dec 2019 5:08 PM

Magali Angela is a talented Actress, Model and an Entrepreneur to look out for!

Magali Angela, a Spanish born actress , has arrived in life.

26 Dec 2019 5:04 PM

After the civil war erupted in Syria eight years ago, Nasrallah started growing the fungi in his home province of Hama. (Photo: AFP)

Syrian refugees grow mushrooms to sustain families

Displaced Syrian grows mushrooms to feed family.

26 Dec 2019 4:46 PM

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