Technology, Mobiles tabs, 31st Jul 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 31 Jul 2018

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 31 Jul 2018

UIDAI said people should 'refrain from publicly putting their Aadhaar numbers on the Internet and social media and posing challenges to others'. (Photo: File)

After TRAI chief’s dare, UIDAI advises not to share Aadhaar publicly

'Such activities are uncalled for and should be refrained as these are not in accordance with the law,' UIDAI said.

31 Jul 2018 9:45 PM

Plans are on to shift several offices, including the 'Krishna Bhagya Jala Nigam', to northern districts, Kumaraswamy said. (Photo: File)

North K'taka demand: Kumaraswamy seeks to pacify agitators, may shift govt offices

He said the state was mulling shifting some govt offices to Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, in an attempt to address alleged discrimination.

31 Jul 2018 9:36 PM

Arguments will continue in the Supreme Court on August 9. (Photo: File)

FGM essential part of Islam, can’t be subjected to judicial scrutiny, SC told

Dawoodi Bohra community justified the female genital mutilation (FGM) in SC and called it an integral aspect of religious practice.

31 Jul 2018 9:32 PM

The rape of eight-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur had shocked the state, causing widespread outrage. (Representational Image)

8-yr-old Mandsaur rape survivor identifies 2 accused in court

The girl identified the accused Irfan alias Bhaiyu (20) and Asif (24) before special judge Nisha Gupta.

31 Jul 2018 9:14 PM

Some media reports suggested that PTI was considering inviting leaders from SAARC countries, including PM Modi, to attend Imran's oath-taking ceremony in Pakistan. (Photo: File)

Decision to invite foreign dignitaries to Imran Khan’s oath-taking pending: PTI

Fawad Chaudhry, PTI spokesperson, said they would take decision regarding the same after consulting with Pak Foreign Office.

31 Jul 2018 9:03 PM

The family has a history of twins and her mother knew she would have twins when she was pregnant (Photo: AFP)

Filipino teen set to undergo surgery for removing extra limbs from parasitic twin

The parts are heavy and restrict Veronica’s movements as they also leak at times.

31 Jul 2018 8:57 PM

Huawei expanded its market share in the Chinese smartphone market to a record 27 per cent in the second quarter.

Huawei first-half revenue rises 15 per cent, with smartphone market gains in China

The Chinese market is key for Huawei as it has come under rising fire in other nations over concerns of spying.

31 Jul 2018 8:51 PM

Still from a video posted on YouTube. (Courtesy: T-Series)

Anil Kapoor remembers Mohd. Rafi on death anniversary in Badan Pe Sitare 2.0

On the occasion of the singer's 38th death anniversary, Kapoor took to Twitter to unveil the track from 'Fanney Khan'.

31 Jul 2018 8:45 PM

T Raja has been booked by the Hyderabad police several times for his alleged provocative speeches and statements. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Shoot illegal Bangladeshis, Rohingyas if they don't return: BJP MLA

T Raja made the statement in the context of the Assam NRC list which excluded over 40 lakh people from the final draft list.

31 Jul 2018 8:37 PM

OnePlus to expand retail store presence in India

The company will also start a research and development unit in a market which accounts for one third of its revenue.

31 Jul 2018 8:37 PM

Counsel V K Biju argued that the policy not to allow women between the age of 10 and 50 is reflected in the rituals and practices of the temple. (Photo: sabarimala.kerala.gov.in)

Can’t exclude section of women from entering Sabarimala temple: SC

SC said temple can have rituals but by prescribing 41-day ritual condition, a section of women is discriminated amounting to exclusion.

31 Jul 2018 8:28 PM

The Snapdragon 855 is under production since June this year, as told by tipster Ronald Quandt. (Photo: AP)

First 5G smartphone with SD855 to come from Lenovo

The 5G smartphone will be powered by the Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855 SoC which is yet to be launched for smartphones.

31 Jul 2018 8:15 PM

Additionally, LG will also allow customers to get their names engraved on the rear panel.

LG’s Signature Edition 2018 launches with Snapdragon 845, 16MP dual rear cameras

The Signature Edition 2018 comes in Zirconium Ceramic Black, powered by Snapdragon 845 SoC.

31 Jul 2018 8:12 PM

A diver jumps into flooded Yamuna River, following rise in its water level, in New Delhi. (Photo: PTI)

Yamuna at healthiest state this yr due to rise in floodwaters inflow: experts

The improvement is largely due to increased oxygen content of water which cleanses river and helps keep pollutants in check, say experts.

31 Jul 2018 8:08 PM

The power bank sports a minimalist design and is available in Black and White colour.

Quantum Hi Tech launches leather finish10000mAh Power Bank

The power bank can charge multiple devices simultaneously as it offers 3 USB charging ports.

31 Jul 2018 8:07 PM

If you wish to get back the lighter theme, you can turn the toggle off. (Representative Image: Pixabay)

Dark Mode finally arrives on YouTube for Android

The much-awaited Dark Mode on YouTube finally starts rolling out for Android users.

31 Jul 2018 7:59 PM

The traffickers bought the children, all from poor families, through agents, by paying them between Rs one lakh to Rs two lakh for each girl. (Representational Image)

Girls below 10 yrs given hormonal injections in Telangana brothels; rescued

8 traffickers, including six women, have been arrested in the sex racket, police said on Tuesday.

31 Jul 2018 7:46 PM

Metals and mining giant Vedanta Ltd on Tuesday posted barely 2.13 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,533 crore for the first quarter ended June 30, 2018-19.

Vedanta Q1 net profit up 2 per cent to Rs 1,533 crore

The consolidated total income during the first quarter of the current fiscal increased to Rs 22,624 core.

31 Jul 2018 7:37 PM

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) supporters gather outside the hospital where DMK chief M Karunanidhi is being treated in Chennai. (Photo: PTI)

DMK chief Karunanidhi to stay admitted for longer: Chennai hospital

It said that an extended period of hospitalisation was necessary due to age-related overall decline in his general health.

31 Jul 2018 7:37 PM

Trai Chairman RS Sharma on Tuesday said the telecom regulator plans to issue this week its recommendations on spectrum auction and pricing for multiple bands.

Trai views on spectrum auction this week, says RS Sharma

The government is planning to hold the largest-ever spectrum auction of 3,000 MHz radiowaves in the next round of sale.

31 Jul 2018 7:08 PM

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