Technology, Mobiles tabs, 11th May 2018, News & Stories from India

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Dena Bank on Friday reported widening of its net loss to Rs 1,225.42 crore in the March quarter on mounting bad loans and higher provisioning to cover them.

Dena Bank widens Q4 net loss at Rs 1225 cr as bad assets soar

For the entire fiscal, 2017-18, the bank has posted a net loss of Rs 1,923.15 crore.

11 May 2018 5:22 PM

NHS reports surge in ‘virginity repair’ operations

Here's what hospital figures show.

11 May 2018 5:14 PM

The majority of stingray incidents happen when divers and swimmers accidentally step on them, causing the stingray to defend itself using it’s sting. (Photo: Pixabay)

10 most dangerous sea creatures you should know about

From the elusive sea snake to the fire coral and jelly fish we list sea creatures you should be weary of.

11 May 2018 5:10 PM

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL), formerly known as Pantaloons Fashion, on Friday reported an over five-fold increase in standalone net profit at Rs 113.12 crore for the March quarter. (Photo: PTI)

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Q4 profit rises to Rs 113.12 cr

The company had posted a net profit of Rs 21.83 crore in the January-March quarter of the last fiscal.

11 May 2018 5:06 PM

Obesity may put lupus patients at risk

Lifestyle interventions to improve body composition may reduce the severity of symptoms experienced by persons with lupus.

11 May 2018 5:02 PM

Employees of public sector banks have threatened to go on two-day nation-wide strike from May 30.

Bank unions threaten 2-day nation-wide strike from May 30

IBA made two unacceptable propositions including an offer of 2 per cent hike in the wage bill cost as on March 31, 2017.

11 May 2018 4:52 PM

Speaking at a civic reception by the Janakpur Sub-Metropolitan City at Barhabigha ground in Janakpur, Modi briefly spoke in Nepali and Maithili. He began his address by chanting 'Jay Siya Ram' slogan three times. (Photo: PTI)

Nepal comes first in India’s Neighbourhood First policy, says PM Modi

Modi announced Rs 100 Cr package to develop Janakpur - sacred city for Hindus - while invoking mythological links between the two countries.

11 May 2018 4:43 PM

Havells India on Friday reported a standalone net profit of Rs 225.76 crore and total income of Rs 2,560.64 crore for the quarter ended March 31, 2018.

Havells clocks Q4 net profit of Rs 226 crore

The company had reported a net profit of Rs 94.70 crore and total income of Rs 1,873.44 crore in the January-March period a year ago.

11 May 2018 4:43 PM

One should choose the Air Conditioner which is equipped with technology catering to the needs of the user.

Things to keep a note of while buying an Air Conditioner this summer

A checklist you should conisder before buying an AC this summer.

11 May 2018 4:41 PM

Winners to share the stage with Ghazal maestros Pankaj Udhas, AnupJalota, Talat Aziz, Bhupinder Singh, Mitali Singh and others at ‘Khazana – A Festival of Ghazals’

In search for the perfect Ghazal artiste

Artist Aloud and Khazana announce India’s first talent hunt for Ghazal singers.

11 May 2018 4:35 PM

Munjals-Burmans bid opted due to certainty, liquidity issues: Fortis

Majority of Fortis Healthcare's board opted for the Munjals-Burmans offer keeping in mind the certainty and liquidity issues.

11 May 2018 4:34 PM

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has asked Central government to cut excise duty on the fuels to ease the burden on people.

Chandrababu Naidu asks Centre to cut excise on petrol, diesel

Naidu said the Centre had between November 2014 and January 2016 hiked excise duty on petrol and diesel nine times.

11 May 2018 4:27 PM

It was reported that an “upset” Zinta had a go at Sehwag after KXIP loss against Ajinkya Rahane-led Rajasthan Royals, while chasing 159-run target on Tuesday at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. (Photo: BCCI)

Preity Zinta denies report of altercation with KXIP mentor Virender Sehwag

It was reported ‘upset’ Zinta had a go at Sehwag following KXIP’s loss against RR.

11 May 2018 4:16 PM

The trio were arrested on April 27 last year in raids by counter-terrorism police, during which Rizlaine Boular was shot. (photo: Representational)

Teens coded 'Alice in Wonderland themed tea party' for UK terror plot

Safaa Boular was aged 17 when she allegedly schemed with her sister to launch assaults in the British capital in April, 2017.

11 May 2018 4:14 PM

The BSE Sensex rebounded by about 290 points on Friday, while the Nifty retook the 10,800-mark on robust buying in metal, banking, capital goods and energy stocks. (Photo: AP)

Sensex zooms 290 points, Nifty tops 10,800-mark

On a weekly basis, the Sensex gained 620.41 points, or 1.78 per cent, while the Nifty advanced 188.25 points, or 1.77 per cent.

11 May 2018 4:13 PM

Her family home was destroyed during the war, when she was evacuated to Modbury in south Devon and it was after the war that she fell in love with Guinness, her granddaughter explained. (Photo: Pixabay)

100-year-old woman reveals secret to long life

Centenarian has claimed that the secret to her long life is a daily glass of Guinness.

11 May 2018 4:11 PM

It is reported that former India opener and Kings XI Punjab mentor Virender Sehwag is set to end his association with IPL side following altercation with team’s co-owner Preity Zinta. (Photo: BCCI)

Did Preity Zinta slam Virender Sehwag after KXIP’s loss against RR?

KXIP co-owner and Bollywood actress reportedly questioned Sehwag's tactics.

11 May 2018 4:06 PM

British superbike maker Triumph Motorcycles on Friday said it expects to maintain its double digits sales growth in India.

Triumph looks to ride into smaller cities to maintain sales growth

The company sold 1,175 units in the previous fiscal.

11 May 2018 4:05 PM

In February, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani visited India during which both sides agreed to further expand their cooperation in number of key sectors. (Photo: File | PTI)

India says closely monitoring situation post US pullout of Iran nuclear deal

Nations having financial dealings with Iran are expected to be hit by comprehensive sanctions regime said Trump administration.

11 May 2018 4:01 PM

Niti Aayog member Bibek Debroy on Friday said that 95 per cent of the entrepreneurial attempts fail in the country.

95 per cent entrepreneurial attempts fail in India, says Debroy

Debroy said that prime minister's initiatives of `Startup India' and `Stand-Up India' were not meant for the corporates.

11 May 2018 3:59 PM

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