Technology, Mobiles tabs, 1st May 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 01 May 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 01 May 2019

The ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) matches seem to have taken the steam out of betting on Lok Sabha elections, said sources in Mumbai police.

IPL betting steals thunder from polls

Investigators said that there were “no active” speculations on elections, the poll results scheduled on May 23 could steam up betting activity.

01 May 2019 10:55 PM

Positive parenting includes communicating with your child in a manner that encourages of exploration and self-expression. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Talking to children is good for their intelligence

The study suggests that parents who verbally interact with their children help them develop better cognitive skills.

01 May 2019 9:55 PM

Thakur's remark that she is proud of Babri Masjid's demolition was found violative of the MCC. (Photo: ANI)

EC bars Pragya Thakur from campaigning for 72 hours for Karkare, Babri remarks

EC bars Pragya for her remarks on ATS chief Hemant Karkare and Babri mosque.

01 May 2019 8:37 PM

The baby sea lion was taken to the Peninsula Humane Society after the rescue. (Photo: AP)

Lost baby sea lion wanders on to busy Californian highway

Baby sea lion is suspected to have come from a nearby creek.

01 May 2019 8:26 PM

The harbour phase at Goa would include professional interactions and discussions while the sea phase would comprise various drills across the spectrum of maritime operations, Indian Navy spokesperson Capt D K Sharma said. (Photo: File I Representational)

France, India begin 'Varuna' naval exercise off Goa coast

1st part of joint naval exercise, 'Varuna', is being held from May 1-10 off the Goa coast while 2nd phase is scheduled later this month.

01 May 2019 8:20 PM

'China is constructing railways under the sea and India is producing Chowkidar that too thieves under the garb of Chowkidar,' Sidhu said. (Photo: ANI)

EC issues notice to Sidhu for personal attack on PM Modi

In a rally in Ahmedabad on April 17, the star campaigner of the Congress party had termed Modi as 'the biggest liar' in the country.

01 May 2019 8:19 PM

Shreyas Gopal is a bowling all-rounder. He started off as a batsman. But on the advice of (Rahul) Dravid whyo saw him bowl, he took up bowling seriously. (Photo: AFP)

'Kohli and ABD's wickets more satisfying than hat-trick,' says Shreyas Gopal

The young all-rounder dismissed these two stalwarts second time in the current IPL.

01 May 2019 8:08 PM

Dry cleaning isn’t dry at all, it involves soaking the items in a harmgul chemical called perchloroethylene, or perct. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Do you know about ‘green’ dry cleaning?

Find out about the various harmful effects of the common dry cleaning solvent, perc and dry cleaning methods which do not hurt the environment.

01 May 2019 8:01 PM

Heavy rainfall has also been predicted in adjoining Vizianagaram district and scattered rainfall in Visakhapatnam and East Godavari districts along the Bay of Bengal on May 2 and 3. (Photo: Representational)

Cyclone Fani: Red alert sounded in Srikakulam district

As many as 11 mandals along the Bay of Bengal coast in Srikakulam are expected to bear the brunt of Fani.

01 May 2019 7:34 PM

Modi said none of them had the capacity to even become the Leader of Opposition. (Photo: ANI twitter)

Congress leaders dream of killing me: PM Modi

Modi also referred to controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik to target the Congress.

01 May 2019 7:22 PM

Erica Fernandes has big crush on Deepika Padukone's this co-star; find out who

During one such conversation with Erica, Arjun asked her about an actor who she crushes on.

01 May 2019 7:02 PM

'The policy of inclusive growth of PM Narendra Modi has created marks of development from Kanyakumari to Kargil,' Naqvi said at a public meeting in Jammu and Kashmir's Kargil district. (Photo: File)

Modi's policy of inclusive growth has ushered development in the country: Naqvi

PM Modi's govt which launched jihad against corruption created panic and depression among those involved in loot of public money,Naqvi said.

01 May 2019 6:59 PM

BJP president Amit Shah (Photo: ANI twitter)

Mamata silent on Omar's 'separate PM remark', concerned of her vote-bank: Shah

The BJP president said that elections are crucial as it will test the fate of the democratic system in the state.

01 May 2019 6:59 PM

China removed its hold on the proposal, which was moved by France, UK and the US. (Photo: File)

Masood Azhar designated as global terrorist at UNSC

'Yes, done,' Akbaruddin said when asked whether China has lifted the hold.

01 May 2019 6:44 PM

Modi also attacked the Congress by asserting that the party is contesting at the lowest number of seats despite being in power for very long. (Photo: File)

Even those contesting on 8 to 20 seats harbour dreams of becoming PM: Modi

'They should know that even to become the leader of the opposition more than 50 seats are required,' Modi said.

01 May 2019 6:35 PM

Top tips for safeguarding your account. (Photo: Pixabay)

Top tips from Google on World Password Day

There’s a problem with Passwords: even if you have the strongest one, if a bad guy obtains it, they can access your account.

01 May 2019 6:30 PM

Avengers: Endgame Poster. (Photo: Twitter)

Unbelievable! 'Avengers: Endgame' actors' salaries will raise your eyebrows; find out

The latest Marvel movie is creating history at the box office.

01 May 2019 6:28 PM

Surprisingly, this was his first full season since he made his senior debut in red and blue in February 2018. (Photo: Crystal Palace/Twitter)

Aaron Wan-Bissaka bags Crystal Palace Player of the season award

The 21-year old received 59 per cent of the total votes and Milivojevic and Zaha had to settle on the second and third place respectively.

01 May 2019 6:18 PM

The AX4 features the combined Wi-Fi speed up to 3Gbps and an AX optimized dual-core processor powers smart home automation, ultra-smooth 4K UHD streaming, online gaming, and more.

Netgear launches Nighthawk AX4 and AX8 tri-band Wi-Fi routers

Delivers higher speed and greater bandwidth for the broad range of household network needs.

01 May 2019 6:13 PM

Fadnavis holds the home portfolio and “he should step down immediately”, Pawar tweeted. (Photo: File)

Maharashtra CM should resign: Sharad Pawar after Gadchiroli Maoist attack

Before the blast, Naxals had torched 25 vehicles belonging to a road construction contractor.

01 May 2019 6:11 PM

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