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

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 11 May 2018

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A three-month slide in India’s inflation rate likely ended in April due to higher energy prices.

Retail inflation seen climbing on higher oil prices: reports

April will be the sixth straight month of inflation above the RBI’s 4 per cent medium-term target.

11 May 2018 2:21 PM

Raids are being conducted by the ED at multiple premises linked to Rai in Delhi and Noida. (Representational Image)

ED registers PMLA case against journalist Upendra Rai, conducts raids

Rai is in judicial custody after CBI arrested him for alleged extortion, manipulation of Income Tax Department case against businessman.

11 May 2018 2:17 PM

Marijuana can treat chronic pain in adults and medications similar to marijuana can ease nausea from chemotherapy. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cancer docs feel unprepared, but recommend marijuana anyway

There’s evidence marijuana can treat chronic pain in adults and medications similar to marijuana can ease nausea from chemotherapy.

11 May 2018 2:09 PM

In January, Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg said the News Feed, the social media company’s centrepiece service, would prioritise “high-quality news” over less trusted sources as part of its fight against false information on the platform.

Facebook asks European users which news sources they trust

Facebook has been criticised for failing to prevent false reports - originating from alleged Russia operatives.

11 May 2018 2:06 PM

Gold prices slipped in range-bound trading on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Gold eases on firmer dollar, eyes first weekly gain in four

Gold prices slipped in range-bound trading on Friday as the dollar firmed slightly.

11 May 2018 2:04 PM

Picture shows 104-year-old Australian David Goodall in a room in Liestal near Basel, Switzerland, where he plans to end his life on Thursday, May 10, 2018. (Photo: AP)

'This is taking an awfully long time!', says scientist before assisted suicide

Physician-assisted suicide or euthanasia remains illegal in many countries.

11 May 2018 2:02 PM

Tata Motors on Friday reported 38.81 per cent rise in global sales, including that of Jaguar Land Rover, at 1,02,297 units in April.

Tata Motors global sales up 39 per cent in April

The company had sold a total of 73,691 units in the same month last year.

11 May 2018 1:50 PM

After a meeting voting to end net neutrality, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai smiles while listening to a question from a reporter in Washington. The FCC has set June 11 as the repeal date for “net neutrality” rules meant to prevent broadband companies from exercising more control over what people watch and see on the internet. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

US 'net neutrality' rules will expire on June 11: FCC

FCC Chairman says the repeal aims to replace “heavy-handed” rules with a “light-touch” approach to Internet regulation.

11 May 2018 1:45 PM

The anti-corruption watchdog's action against the stenographer came following complaints that he has amassed wealth which is disproportionate to his known sources of income. (Representational Image)

Raid on stenographer: 9L cash, jewellery, property papers recovered

The stenographer is attached to Chambal division commissioner's office.

11 May 2018 1:44 PM

The man was killed during a marriage function in an area close to the LoC. (Representational Image/PTI)

22-yr-old man killed in J&K's Poonch as Pakistan violates ceasefire

The Pakistan Army initiated firing around 12:30 am on Indian Army posts along LoC.

11 May 2018 1:43 PM

Speakers have also been installed in every barrack for the broadcast of the program. (Photo: ANI)

Maharashtra jail to start internal radio station run by inmates

Programs like special song request, health programs, spiritual songs will be played in radio station for prisoners.

11 May 2018 1:42 PM

He had collected a huge consignment of fake Indian currency from West Bengal's Malda and was to deliver the same to his associate near Delhi's Seelampuri Metro Station Bus stop. (Representational Image)

UP man arrested with 8L fake demonetised notes

The accused was suspected to have link with international fake Indian currency racket.

11 May 2018 1:42 PM

Poor sleep quality explains some racial differences in drowsy driving

Sleepiness is thought to be a factor in anywhere from 2 percent to 20 percent of all crashes resulting in fatalities or hospitalization.

11 May 2018 1:35 PM

Rush hour: Sonakshi Sinha proves she is a committed actor!

Sonakshi flies in from her film shoot schedule in Malaysia for just a day to complete her brand commitment in India.

11 May 2018 1:33 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Alcohol, tobacco are biggest threat to human welfare

In contrast, researchers say use of illicit drugs was far less common.

11 May 2018 1:32 PM

BJP MP Savitri Bail Bhule says, 'Jinnah's portrait features on the walls of Lok Sabha. He should be remembered respectfully.' (Photo: ANI)

Muhammad Ali Jinnah was 'mahapurush': BJP MP Savitri Bai Phule

BJP MP Savitri Bai Phule says, 'Muhammad Ali Jinnah was a 'mahapurush (great man)' who contributed to India's freedom struggle.

11 May 2018 1:32 PM

The TK800 4K HDR projector is priced at Rs 1.99 lakhs.

BenQ launches TK800 4K HDR high brightness projector

TK800 claims to have high visual brightness, balanced colour performance and also features dedicated football and sport modes.

11 May 2018 1:25 PM

This test could predict cognitive issues post heart surgery

New study indicates that the easy and inexpensive 6-minute walk is a valuable assessment for identifying patients at a high risk for POCD.

11 May 2018 1:16 PM

The Huawei P20 Pro is a great smartphone built for those who prefer exceptional DSLR-like photography performance from their smartphone.

Huawei P20 Pro review: The triple-eyed camera beast

The P20 Pro offers a brilliant set of cameras and flawless performance, stuffed in a fancy body.

11 May 2018 1:15 PM

Arjun Kapoor is set to play a RAW agent in Raj Kumar Gupta’s next film

Arjun and Raj Kumar were set to collaborate for adaptation of Chetan Bhagat’s Revolution 2020, but the project did not materialise.

11 May 2018 1:09 PM

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