Technology, Mobiles tabs, 6th Oct 2017, News & Stories from India

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Technology, Mobiles tabs, 06 Oct 2017

The fire broke out around 5 pm at tanks 13 and 14, which have storage capacity of around 10 to 15 lakh litres each, said the MPT fire brigade official. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Fire breaks out at fuel storage tanks on Butcher Island off Mumbai

Butcher Island houses an offloading terminal, and petrol and diesel storage tanks.

06 Oct 2017 9:34 PM

Baijal also noted the steps taken by police for curbing serving of liquor in public places, and directed to intensify such drives in collaboration with the officers of excise department particularly to check serving liquor to under-aged youngsters. (Photo: PTI/File)

Lt Guv Anil Baijal asks Delhi Police to launch 'omnibus app' for people's convenience

The Lt Governor also asked the police to further improve quality of investigation and prosecution.

06 Oct 2017 9:25 PM

The government on Friday revoked the notification on the Gems and Jewellery sector which included jewellers under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. Photo: PTI

Govt revokes notification, puts gems, jewellery dealers out of PMLA

A separate notification after due consideration of points raised and wider stakeholder consultation, shall be issued separately.

06 Oct 2017 9:23 PM

Troops of India and China were locked in a 73-day standoff in Doklam since June 16 after the Indian side prohibited the construction of a road in the disputed area by the Chinese Army. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

No new developments at Doklam, status quo prevails: MEA

MEA stated that there has been no new developments at the standoff site and its vicinity since August 28 disengagement.

06 Oct 2017 9:12 PM

Jaitley also said that exporters will be refunded for the month of July and August from October 10 and from October 18 respectively, by way of cheque. (Photo: AP/File)

GST council announces e-wallet for exporters, alters rates for 27 items

The e-wallets will provide exporters the funds to pay the tax without choking liquidity.

06 Oct 2017 8:47 PM

The update has been already been rolled out for both Android and iOS users

Tinder rolls out 'Reactions' for intercative dating

Tinder has added interactive reactions for making online dating more fun and intuitive.

06 Oct 2017 8:34 PM

The study raises the potential that the emotional stress-induced response of viewing a hockey game can trigger adverse cardiovascular events (Photo: AFP)

Watching sports can cause stress to the heart

Researchers from the University of Montreal in Canada took the pulse of fans during a hockey game.

06 Oct 2017 8:31 PM

In March, 2005, at least 35 people were killed when a suicide bomber exploded himself at the shrine. (Photo: AFP/Representational)

Death toll rises to 22 in Pak's Jhal Masgi shrine blast; ISIS claims attack

The attack, claimed by the Islamic State group, took place when there was a heavy rush of devotees who had gathered at the shrine.

06 Oct 2017 8:18 PM

Edge will roll out globally for both the platforms in the coming weeks and by that time should evolve into a bug-free web browser.

Microsoft rolls out Edge browser for Android and iOS

Microsoft’s efficient Edge browser aims to provide a conitinuity between your Windows 10 PC and your smartphone.

06 Oct 2017 8:08 PM

In a statement issued here on Friday, the civic body said the cycle track will be operational between the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) in south Mumbai and the Worli-end of the Bandra-Worli Sealink over the weekends. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

BMC plans to create 11-km-long cycle track in Mumbai on weekends

The cash rich-BMC has invited sponsors to help it realise the plan.

06 Oct 2017 7:57 PM

The recommendation in this regard was made by the Kerala Devaswom Recruitment Board, a press release said. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

6 Dalits recommended for appointment as priests in Kerala temples

This is for the first time six people from the scheduled caste community have been recommended for the appointment as priests.

06 Oct 2017 7:42 PM

The two cousins were playing inside a car owned by the father of one of the boys, said a senior police officer, adding that the car was parked near the owner's house. (Photo: Representational/File)

Delhi: 2 minor boys get locked in car for 9 hrs, die of suffocation

At around 1 pm, the owner of the car locked the vehicle through central locking, without realising that the children were in it.

06 Oct 2017 7:29 PM

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Visitors USA post first win over India

Full time: India 0- USA 3 (Sargent 30' Pen, Durkin 51', Carleton 84')

06 Oct 2017 7:28 PM

The latest iOS 11, like every new software release, came with its own set of bugs and Apple has been releasing subsequent patches to iron them out.

Apple blocks downgrading to an older iOS version

Apple has stopped letting users degrade to an older version of iOS from the latest version.

06 Oct 2017 7:21 PM

INS Trishul thwarted piracy attempt on Indian ship MV Jag Amar at 1230 hrs in Gulf of Aden. (Photo: ANI)

Navy warship INS Trishul thwarts piracy attempt on Indian ship in Gulf of Aden

Twelve suspected pirates were involved in the attack which occurred at around noon.

06 Oct 2017 7:12 PM

This is the first time a ruler of Saudi Arabia is visiting Russia (Photo: YouTube)

Saudi king's gold escalator malfunction during historic visit to Russia

The king had to walk as the escalator that travels with him stopped mid way.

06 Oct 2017 7:07 PM

Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Shahidul Haque said, 'Our position is very clear, the problem has been created in Myanmar and the solution has to be found in Myanmar.' (Photo: ANI)

Solution to Rohingya issue has to be found in Myanmar: B'desh foreign secy

The Foreign Minister said that the Bangladesh government wants Rohingyas to go back as soon as possible.

06 Oct 2017 6:51 PM

Sebi panel suggests shareholders' nod for royalty payment

Currently, there is no specific provisions pertaining to payments made pertaining to brand and royalty to related parties.

06 Oct 2017 6:38 PM

He claims he was reborn in 1991 (Photo: AFP)

Siberian traffic cop who left job to become Jesus has 5000 followers

Torop calls himself Vissarion and 300 of his followers live in wooden huts in a village around his church.

06 Oct 2017 6:36 PM

Out of total arrival, 16,042 tonne paddy was bought by millers and dealers. (Photo: AP)

Over 10.59 lakh tonne paddy arrives in Haryana 'mandis'

Out of total arrival, govt procuring agencies purchased over 10.43 lakh tonne.

06 Oct 2017 6:29 PM

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