Technology, Mobiles tabs, 8th Apr 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 08 Apr 2019

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BJP says to revise income tax brackets if re-elected

BJP is widely expected to win but with a smaller mandate, mainly due to a shortage of jobs and weak farm prices.

08 Apr 2019 2:04 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP president Amit Shah on Monday released their manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections. (Photo: ANI)

Ram Mandir, farmers, terror, rural development focus of BJP's manifesto

Manifesto described as 'sankalp patra' or document of promises has been weaved on theme of 'Sankalpit Bharat - Shashakt Bharat'.

08 Apr 2019 1:58 PM

The Supreme Court on Monday said it cannot pass an order at this stage on a plea seeking a stay on the release of a biopic on PM Narendra Modi as the Censor Board was yet to certify the film. (Photo: File)

SC says it cannot pass order on plea seeking stay on biopic on Modi

A bench headed by CJI Ranjan Gogoi refused the plea of the petitioner, a Congress activist that the copy of the film should be given to him.

08 Apr 2019 1:53 PM

Cricket World Cup 2019 will be played from May to July this year in England and Wales. (Photo: PTI)

ICC World Cup 2019: BCCI to announce India's squad on April 15

India takes on Proteas in their opening game of the tournament on June 5.

08 Apr 2019 1:41 PM

If Congress takes the administration to court over Trump’s taxes then little case law would be available to help guide judges. (Photo:AP)

White House shruggs off Democrats request for Trump's tax returns

President Donald Trump’s tax returns will never be handed over to Democratic lawmakers, White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney said.

08 Apr 2019 1:36 PM

The NCP on Monday claimed that BJP chief Amit Shah cancelled his poll rallies in Gadchiroli and Chandrapur districts of Maharashtra on Sunday as people did not turn up for the public meetings. (Photo: File)

Amit Shah cancelled Maharashta poll rallies as people didn't turn up: NCP

Maharashtra BJP spokesperson Keshav Upadhye said Shah's rallies were cancelled 'due to technical reasons only'.

08 Apr 2019 1:35 PM

The new Innova Crysta will be available in the price range of Rs 14.93-22.43 lakh, while the Innova Touring Sport is tagged between Rs 18.92 lakh and Rs 23.47 lakh (all prices ex-showroom), the company statement said. (Photo: File)

Toyota Kirloskar launches upgrades of Innova Crysta, Fortuner

New Innova Crysta will have features such as heat rejection glass, perforated leather seats, option of ivory leather upholstery.

08 Apr 2019 1:25 PM

'BJP should issue maafi patra (apology letter) for injecting a lethal injection of unemployment, farmers suicide, closing of businesses and putting youth towards unemployment,' party's national spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill said. (Photo: ANI)

BJP should issue 'maafi patra' instead of 'Sankalp patra': Congress

The Congress statement came the day BJP released its manifesto.

08 Apr 2019 1:19 PM

Heaven Connor, aged 23, of Spotsylvania, had recently been released from Rappahannock Jail. (Representational Image)

Naked woman arrested after breaking into children day care centre in US

Police arrested a naked woman on Thursday after she broke into a day-care centre in Stafford, Virginia.

08 Apr 2019 1:16 PM

The device like most smart watches doubles as a step counter and activity tracker.

Ojoy A1: Smart Kid

Ojoy A1 combines the functions of a phone and a smart watch for kids.

08 Apr 2019 1:15 PM

Jet’s lenders last month agreed to bail out the airline in a complex deal that involved the banks taking a temporary majority stake in the company. (Photo: AFP/File)

Jet Airways lenders lay out bid terms for 75 per cent stake in airline

Jet’s lenders, under the proposed bailout terms, would hold just over 50 per cent of the airline.

08 Apr 2019 1:08 PM

Suzuki Intruder features a pillion backrest and engine guard as standard.

Suzuki launches 2019 Intruder; gives it better ergonomics

The 2019 model is about Rs 1,000 more expensive than the FI predecessor.

08 Apr 2019 1:00 PM

Two variants of BMW Z4 have been listed for sale in India - sDrive20i and the top-spec M40i.

2019 BMW Z4 to be launched soon in India; bookings already open

The sixth-generation Z4 shares its platform with the Toyota Supra.

08 Apr 2019 12:50 PM

For 2018-19, passenger vehicle sales rose by 2.7 per cent to 33,77,436 units from 32,88,581 units in 2017-18. (Photo: File)

Passenger vehicle sales dip 2.96 per cent in March

Domestic car sales declined 6.87 per cent to 1,77,949 units during the month as compared to 1,91,082 in March 2018.

08 Apr 2019 12:37 PM

A Delhi court on Monday sent Sushen Mohan Gupta, an alleged defence agent arrested in the Rs 3,600 crore VVIP chopper case, to judicial custody till April 20. (Photo: File)

VVIP chopper case: Delhi court sends defence agent to judicial custody till Apr 20

Special Judge Arvind Kumar sent Gupta to judicial custody.

08 Apr 2019 12:36 PM

Uber acquired a 27.5 per cent stake in Grab’s business.

Grab targets another USD 2 billion funding this year: CEO

Grab is also looking to make at least six investments or acquisitions this year.

08 Apr 2019 12:28 PM

Service providers opting for the composition scheme can charge a lower tax rate of 6 pc from customers, as against the higher rates of 12 pc and 18 pc for most services under GST.

Service providers can opt for GST composition scheme by April 30: CBIC

GST composition scheme threshold was increased to Rs 1.5 crore from April 1.

08 Apr 2019 12:08 PM

He said RJD supported Congress’ minimum income guarantee (NYAY) scheme. (Photo: ANI)

RJD releases manifesto, promises reservation to Dalits, backward classes

Tejashwi Yadav told reporters that steps would be taken towards stopping migration of people from Bihar, if his party is voted to power.

08 Apr 2019 12:04 PM

Camon i4, with its triple camera, dot notch screen and 'rocket' charging, is the device that is challenging the biggies.

Tecno Camon i4: Royal Challenger

Tecno Camon i4 challenges flagship phones with impressive specs and attractive pricing.

08 Apr 2019 11:52 AM

The two former Evolution members went on to headline ‘The Grandest Stage of Them All’ after The Game decided to put his in-ring career on the line. (Photo: WWE/Twitter)

Wrestlemania 35: Batista fails to end HHH’s career, on-course to end Thanos’ life

Batista desperately wanted was to end his and the Game’s career, subject to his conditions.

08 Apr 2019 11:50 AM

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