Technology, Mobiles tabs, 1st Aug 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 01 Aug 2018

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The broader NSE Nifty too hit a new high by rising 22.45 points, or 0.19 per cent, to 11,378.95.

Sensex, Nifty scale fresh lifetime highs ahead of RBI policy decision

The 30-share index surged 83.65 points, or 0.22 per cent, to an all-time high of 37,690.23.

01 Aug 2018 10:08 AM

Users are now able to transform themselves into characters from Disney Frozen.

Samsung releases Frozen AR Emojis for Galaxy S9 series

Samsung builds up on their Disney themed AR Emojis with the addition of the main characters from Frozen.

01 Aug 2018 9:53 AM

Priyanka Chopra and Kangana Ranaut celebrating together.

Kangana confirms Priyanka Chopra is 'happy and excited' about marriage with Nick

Rumours of Priyanka and Nick's engagement started after the actor pulled out of Salman Khan's film 'Bharat'.

01 Aug 2018 9:49 AM

SRK says hello Suhana Khan after she comes in spotlight, KJo thanks her

Donning an over-sized dress, Suhana has been styled by Anaita Shroff Adajania for the magazine issue.

01 Aug 2018 9:39 AM

A higher opening in domestic stocks limited the fall.

Rupee sheds 5 paise against USD ahead of RBI's monetary policy outcome

Rupee is trading at 68.59 against dollar ahead of the Reserve Bank's monetary policy outcome.

01 Aug 2018 9:39 AM

The new feature will be available across G Suite domains and Microsoft Exchange.

Google Calendar makes it easier to reschedule meetings

You will now be able to propose a new time if the original time does not suit you.

01 Aug 2018 9:35 AM

October Brent crude futures LCOV8 dropped 29 cents, or 0.4 per cent, to $73.92 a barrel.

Oil extends decline after biggest monthly slump in two years

Brent fell more than 6 per cent in July, while US crude futures slumped about 7 per cent.

01 Aug 2018 9:33 AM

The deal cost the computer peripheral manufacturer USD 117 million. (Photo: ANI)

Logitech acquires audio production company Blue Microphones for USD 117 million

Blue Microphones will be joining the computer accessory maker's existing portfolio of brands.

01 Aug 2018 9:26 AM

According to the research, scheduling a time and date in advance is the key to keeping the spark alive between the sheets. (Photo: Pixabay)

The secret to amazing sex life is to plan ahead

Forget romantic throes of passion, scientists say the best way to have an amazing sex life is through being thorough and dutiful.

01 Aug 2018 9:22 AM

Regulators are increasing their scrutiny of the cryptocurrency sector. (Photo: Coinbase)

Coinbase hires Jeff Horowitz as chief compliance officer

Coinbase, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges based in the United States, said the hire reflected its commitment to compliance.

01 Aug 2018 9:08 AM

When asked if Bangladesh will be willing to take back the illegal citizens staying in India, Inu said, 'As of now, India has not shared NRC findings with us and has not raised the issue. Until they do so, we will not speak.' (Photo: PTI)

On illegal immigrants in Assam, Bangladesh says 'no relation with us'

'You can't link every Bengali speaking person to Bangladesh,' I&B minister of Bangladesh said.

01 Aug 2018 9:04 AM

Late May, an estimated 700,000 routers around the world were diagnosed as vulnerable to malware with SSL stripping capabilities. (Photo: Pixabay)

Poor router security making Indians vulnerable to cyberattacks

Indian consumers are at high risk from cyberattacks taking over connected devices, steal passwords and gather sensitive information.

01 Aug 2018 9:02 AM

Researchers found that the isolation of two potent monoclonal antibodies from human survivors of Ebola virus disease in cell culture studies efficiently neutralized the Zaire, Sudan and Bundibugyo Ebola viruses. (Photo: AP)

Anti-bodies that fight Ebola viruses are now a reality

Researchers at Vanderbilt University closer to developing effective antibody treatment against viruses causing lethal disease.

01 Aug 2018 9:02 AM

'I have a feeling they'll be talking to us pretty soon,' Trump told a rally in Tampa, Florida, before adding: 'And maybe not, and that's OK too.' (Photo: AP)

Donald Trump has 'feeling' that Iran may speak with US pretty soon

Several Iranian public figures said it was impossible to imagine negotiations with Washington after it tore up the nuclear deal in May.

01 Aug 2018 8:59 AM

The video games funnel children’ competitive urges into various kinds of exercise. (Photo: Pixabay)

Overweight children can slim down using video games

Special exercise video games helped overweight children drop pounds - and improve their cholesterol and blood pressure.

01 Aug 2018 8:54 AM

Moody's assumes that these effects will be largely offset by moderate fiscal and policy easing.

US-China trade dispute likely to escalate, impact global growth

Trade restrictions are expected to cut about 0.25 percentage points off US' real GDP growth in 2019.

01 Aug 2018 8:51 AM

The move was taken to enable better assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of a school, which in turn will help the authorities to devise ways to improve educational standards. (Photo: Pixabay)

Govt schools complain of obscene pictures on tablets in Chhattisgarh's Bastar

Ministry of Human Resource Development had distributed tablets in schools across Chhattisgarh to help teachers to record routine details.

01 Aug 2018 8:51 AM

Competitive pressure from the OTT platforms have now elevated because of the inroads made by large global players. (Representational image)

Streaming sans cash generation may hurt media companies

Netflix and Amazon have started to launch India-centric content with aggressive marketing.

01 Aug 2018 8:44 AM

The existence of the extortion racket being run in the name of protecting cows came to the light following lynching of a 28-year-old Rakbar alias Akbar Khan recently by a group of people in Alwar on suspicion of his involvement in cow smuggling. (Photo: PTI | Representational)

Extortion rackets being run in garb of cow vigilantism on radar: Rajasthan police

'Stern action against cows smugglers, those who are doing mischief or creating trouble in name of cow protection, will be taken,' said cops.

01 Aug 2018 8:40 AM

Taking to her Instagram account, Rhea shared pictures of her 'baby' sister's first couture. (Instagram screengrab/ rheakapoor)

Janhvi Kapoor dazzles in Ralph and Russo gown at Vogue Beauty Awards

Styled by cousin Rhea Kapoor, Janhvi looked stunning in a silver-grey feathered cape detailed gown.

01 Aug 2018 8:38 AM

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