Technology, Mobiles tabs, 28th Jan 2019, News & Stories from India

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Global crude steel production reached 1,808.6 MT for the year 2018 from 1,729.8 MT in 2017, a rise of 4.6 per cent.

India replaces Japan as 2nd top steel producer: worldsteel

India's crude steel production in 2018 was at 106.5 MT, up by 4.9 per cent from 101.5 MT in 2017.

28 Jan 2019 12:45 PM

‘They are crossing the line, Congress must control their MLAs,’ Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy said. (Photo: ANI)

‘Ready to step down’: Kumaraswamy on Cong MLAs hailing Siddaramaiah as CM

This came after Congress MLAs at an event on Sunday claimed that they believed Siddaramaiah as rightful CM.

28 Jan 2019 12:45 PM

Taiwan-based Digital multimedia company, AverMedia Technologies, has recently launched the AM133 for live streaming and vocal recording with phones, laptops or DSLRs.

AverMedia Technologies AM133 Live Streamer: Let’s hear it!

As smartphone cameras shoot at near-professional quality, they have outstripped the ability to record sound of matching quality.

28 Jan 2019 12:42 PM

The class-action lawsuit indicates how Facebook targeted children in an effort to expand revenue for online games.

Facebook made millions by cheating gamer kids

The social network orchestrated a multiyear effort that duped children out of money and often refused to refund the money.

28 Jan 2019 12:30 PM

Kangana Ranaut's first, fierce look from Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi.

Manikarnika box office report: Kangana's film rakes in 42.55 cr in opening weekend

The movie has collected highest single day collections of a woman led film beating Kangana's own record held by Tanu weds Manu returns.

28 Jan 2019 12:28 PM

While plenty of people submitted entries on Twitter and Instagram, others objected to the fact that Apple did not promise any sort of prize money. (Photo: Instagram @Justatony)

Apple to pay you serious dough if you are a #ShotOniPhone winner

Apple announced the contest this week, offering winners to see their pictures getting magnified for billboards.

28 Jan 2019 12:19 PM

Nearly 1.7 lakh people, including 80,556 women, are eligible to vote. (Photo: PTI)

25 pc voter turnout in first few hours of Jind bypoll

The bypoll was necessitated following the death of Indian National Lok Dal legislator Hari Chand Middha in August last year.

28 Jan 2019 12:18 PM

Though the impact is inevitable with the coming of technology and AI, the researchers offer recommendations for policymakers. (Photo: Pixabay)

25 per cent jobs will be impacted by automation

Automation happens when technology does the work that was earlier carried out by humans, to increase output and efficiency.

28 Jan 2019 12:11 PM

Sena's Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Raut had, few years back written to PM Modi, saying it was high time that NDA govt honoured Savarkar with Bharat Ratna so as to rectify the 'mistakes' of earlier govt which had 'deliberately neglected' him due to his staunch Hindutva views. (Photo: PTI)

Sena hits out at Modi govt for not honouring Savarkar with Bharat Ratna

The BJP was pitching hard for the Bharat Ratna for Savarkar when it was in opposition.

28 Jan 2019 12:07 PM

With the introduction of X-Ray Llamas, the option to get paid Llamas in bulk has been removed.

‘Fortnite’ gets ‘X-Ray’ Llamas to show you what you buy

Any Llama available in the V-bucks store will show its contents without requiring to shell out 50 V-Bucks.

28 Jan 2019 12:03 PM

Thousands of members from the Gujjar community participated in the ‘mahapanchayat,’ which was led by Colonel (retired) Kirori Singh Bainsla. (Photo: ANI)

Gujjar community demands 5 pc reservation in 11 days

‘Either govt gives us 5 pc reservation in 11 days or there will be agitation,’ said man behind ‘mahapanchayat’, Kirori Singh Bainsla.

28 Jan 2019 11:38 AM

US President Donald Trump’s administration has not only slapped crippling tariffs on Chinese imports, it has also stepped up scrutiny of Chinese investments in the country.

Alibaba slams US treatment of Huawei, efforts to curb China's rise

Huawei has been caught up in the crosshairs, with the United States alleging its products could be used by Beijing for espionage.

28 Jan 2019 11:33 AM

Developed by Japanese company Softbank, Pepper needed to be modified to be able to hear customers in the noisy environment of a cafe.

Robots serve up food and fun in café

The robot waiters follow fixed paths to deliver food and drink orders to customers, who are asked to keep out of the robots’ way.

28 Jan 2019 11:20 AM

‘It’s our personal matter, don’t know why their stomach is aching,’ said Uttar Pradesh CM Kamal Nath. (Photo: ANI)

‘BJP worried over Priyanka Gandhi’s entry into politics’: Kamal Nath

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was appointed by the Congress as the General Secretary in-charge of crucial UP state’s eastern part.

28 Jan 2019 11:17 AM

Customers say what sets GetLinks apart is its focus on matching specific tech skills such as app development and programming languages like Flutter and Docker.

You're hired! Start-up fills gap in tech talent recruiting

Knowledge of new languages and programming tools helps build software faster and allows developers to easily work together.

28 Jan 2019 11:08 AM

The case relates to alleged money laundering in granting the operational contract of two IRCTC hotels to a private firm. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

IRCTC scam: Delhi court grants bail to Lalu, wife and son

The court had on January 19 extended the interim bail granted to the three which ended today.

28 Jan 2019 11:03 AM

Since mid-November President Emmanuel Macron has offered concessions and debates seeking to quell the weekly rallies (File Photo)

10,000 march in Paris against 'yellow vest' violence

More than 10,000 people marched through Paris on Sunday in protest.

28 Jan 2019 10:59 AM

Efforts to limit involvement of Chinese technology in upcoming 5G projects in Europe might bring “serious consequences to the global economic and scientific co-operation.”

Excluding Huawei could hurt 5G network development

Some Western governments, led by the United States, have barred the use of the Chinese company’s equipment.

28 Jan 2019 10:58 AM

The announcement was made on Sunday at a joint press conference held by the JD(U), the BJP and the LJP. (Photo: PTI)

PM Modi, Nitish Kumar to share stage in Patna on March 3 ahead of LS elections

This rally is to be held a month after the Congress’ scheduled ‘Jan Akansha Rally’ on February 3, where Rahul Gandhi will be present.

28 Jan 2019 10:51 AM

Some skeptics view internet addiction as a false condition. (Photo: AFP)

The digital drug: Internet addiction spawns US treatment programs

Psychiatrists have studied compulsive internet behaviour for decades are now seeing more cases.

28 Jan 2019 10:50 AM

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