Technology, Mobiles tabs, 29th Aug 2019, News & Stories from India

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‘When Jet Airways ceased operation we had 540 aircraft in the sky but a false narrative was floated that Indian skies will be adversely affected. We are adding new aircraft to maintain fleet as per the traffic requirement," said Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. (Photo: ANI)

Nearly 15 aircraft added per month to ease passenger traffic: Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

Delhi Airport alone deals with 70 million fliers per yr, both Delhi, Mumbai airports together roughly deal with 34pc of passengers in India.

29 Aug 2019 5:30 PM

Kartik Aaryan fan pulls his cheeks and his expressions win many hearts; watch viral video

The 'Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety' is not only handsome but also known as the cutest actors in B-town.

29 Aug 2019 5:28 PM

‘We received directions from the government to open a counter for air ticket facility here in collaboration with the airport authorities. People had to go through airport security just to book tickets," Tourism Director Nisar Ahmed said. (Photo: ANI)

Government sets up air ticket counters in Srinagar to facilitate booking amid internet ban

The ticket counter is located at the city centre, a place considered convenient to reach from any part of the city.

29 Aug 2019 5:18 PM

The court's latest comments came after the counsel for Gonsalves informed it that none of the books seized from the activist's residence last year were banned by the government in accordance with CrPC provisions. (Photo: File | PTI)

Bombay HC did raise questions on Leo Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' but on this book

The hashtag #WarAndPeace has been trending on the social media platform during the day.

29 Aug 2019 5:13 PM

Recently the FSSAI conducted a detailed audit of the prasad and other food items served to devotees at the Khajrana temple, Indore's Chief Food Safety Officer Manish Swami said on Thursday. (Photo: File)

'Prasad' at Indore's Khajrana temple gets FSSAI certificate

The certification aims to ensure that prasad distributed by temples is safe for consumption.

29 Aug 2019 5:12 PM

Special shuttle service will be launched from the railway station to the birthplace of Baba Guru Nanak. (Photo: File)

Kartarpur Corridor: Pakistan to start visa process for Sikh pilgrims from Sept 1

The governor also said that a number of Sikh pilgrims would arrive from the UK, the USA and other countries to attend the convention.

29 Aug 2019 5:06 PM

New Zealand’s Martin Guptill went through 'the best and worst day' of his career during last month’s Cricket World Cup final against England but the opening batsman’s focus has now firmly shifted to the World Twenty20 in Australia next year. (Photo:AFP)

Martin Guptill turns his attention to next year's World Twenty20

Guptill was heavily involved in two pieces of action that defined last month’s World Cup final.

29 Aug 2019 5:00 PM

'Muslims in this country are united and are with the country in every situation. If a bullet is fired from Pakistan, we would be the one to take on our chests,' a protestor said. (Photo: ANI)

'Funeral procession' taken out in Chattisgarh for Pakistan PM Imran Khan

Imran Khan had said that the neighbouring nation would go to any extent to ensure that Kashmiri get 'freedom'.

29 Aug 2019 4:56 PM

The newly launched duo goes on sale starting today and will be available at 35,000+ offline retail stores across the country.

TECNO’s new phone launched; priced for Rs 5499

The smartphone duo - TECNO SPARK Go & TECNO SPARK 4 Air – launched in India at MOP of Rs 5499 & Rs 6999 respectively.

29 Aug 2019 4:50 PM

'We strongly condemn the recent statements by Pakistani leadership on matters internal to India. These are very irresponsible statements,' said MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar. (Photo: ANI)

'Irresponsible' remarks by Pakistan: MEA condemns comments on internal issues

'Not even in one incident any hospital has reported shortage of drug or of any disposable item,' Kumar said.

29 Aug 2019 4:47 PM

Gold was trading at USD 1,539 an ounce in New York after hitting a high of USD 1,550 an ounce.

Gold crosses record Rs 40,000-mark as recession fears seep in

Record-breaking run for the second day, gold spurted by Rs 250 to a fresh life-time high Rs 40,220 per 10 grams.

29 Aug 2019 4:37 PM

The African giraffe has been the most hard-hit by habitat loss. (Photo: AFP)

South African nations voice fears on wildlife extinction

Wildlife protections tightened as southern Africa protests.

29 Aug 2019 4:32 PM

Apple’s stores have been observed to be a landmark everywhere in the 25 countries that they have been set-up in

Apple to launch online and offline stores in India by 2020

The online store could be launched in 3-5 months while its offline store could take 12-18 months.

29 Aug 2019 4:26 PM

Kohli has also achieved the best win ratio as the skipper of Team India's Test captain. (Photo: AFP)

Virat Kohli set to overtake MS Dhoni to become India's most successful Test captain

A victory against Windies will also give India a 2-0 series win and 120 points – 60 each for a victory.

29 Aug 2019 4:20 PM

Rights activists said the assaults -- which range from violent rapes to forcible kissing -- are so pervasive that the cases reported in the media are just the tip of the iceberg. (Photo: AFP)

‘Raped when I was 7’: Ex-Students at Bangladesh madrasas recount their horror

He was accused of being ‘an agent of Jews and Christians’ and smearing the ‘sacred image’ of a madrasa by a social media user.

29 Aug 2019 4:16 PM

There are rumours that Bollywood star Akshay Kumar will play the role of Sindhu's coach Pullela Gopichand. (Photo: AFP)

Pullela Gopichand thinks that Akshay Kumar could do very good playing his role in PV Sindhu biopic

She has previously performed at the highest level for India and has made the whole country proud of her.

29 Aug 2019 4:03 PM

The Minister also informed that after Ladakh, his ministry will shift its focus on Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: File)

Centre to set up tourism office in Ladakh soon

The move is aimed at both revenue and employment generation in the area.

29 Aug 2019 4:03 PM

While making these sharp comments, Justice Rakesh Kumar ordered that a copy of his order be served to the Chief Justice of India, the Prime Minister's Office and the Union Law Ministry. (Photo: PTI)

All cases withdrawn from Patna High Court judge who criticised colleagues, lower courts

11 judges, who suspended his order expressed anguish, said he exceeded his jurisdiction, his comments were unwarranted, uncalled for.

29 Aug 2019 4:01 PM

The broader NSE Nifty shed 97.80 points, or 0.89 per cent, to finish at 10,948.30.

Sensex tanks 383 points on F&O expiry; Nifty ends below 11,000

After a highly volatile session, the 30-share Sensex ended 382.91 points, or 1.02 per cent, lower at 37,068.93.

29 Aug 2019 3:59 PM

The alleged incident took place on October 15, 2016. (Photo: File)

Case registered against Azam Khan, others for forcing family to vacate home

The case has been registered under Sections 452, 354, 389, 305, 448, 427, 504, 506, 120 B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).