Technology, Mobiles tabs, 12th Dec 2017, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 12 Dec 2017

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 12 Dec 2017

After making headlines for butt-naked and topless pictures, Esha Gupta now deletes them

The actress has deleted the pictures where she was butt-naked and topless after making headlines about them few months ago.

12 Dec 2017 9:31 PM

Concluding his vote appeal, Modi said he was devoted to the betterment of the people of Gujarat and India and urged the people to vote for the BJP in the elections. (Photo: Twitter/@narendramodi)

Centre + state, 1+1 not 2, but 11, will take Gujarat to new heights: PM Modi

Modi said that the affection he received while travelling through Gujarat gives him strength and motivation to work for India.

12 Dec 2017 9:29 PM

Facebook is going through a period when the world is using this simple ‘friendly-neighbourhood’ platform as a tool to spread violence and hatred.

Ex-Facebook employee frames social media of ripping apart the social fabric of the society

Palihapitiya believes that people need to break from these ‘social tools’ more often.

12 Dec 2017 9:26 PM

NGT directed Delhi Metro authorities to comply with prescribed limits and Delhi Pollution Control Committee to keep a check on the same. (Representational Image

5-yr-old Delhi girl moves green bench alleging noise pollution due to metro trains

The girl's plea was earlier disposed by Delhi Metro with remarks that the 'grievance can't be resolved to the satisfaction of customer'.

12 Dec 2017 9:10 PM

Synaptics even claims that the fingerprint technology is twice as fast as 3D facial recognition, clearly taking a dig at Apple’s FaceID. (Representational Image: Vivo)

Synaptics unveils Clear ID scanner for ‘Infinity Displays’

The new fingerprint sensor technology uses optical technology to securely scan fingerprints.

12 Dec 2017 8:59 PM

The CPEC is a planned network of roads, railways and energy projects linking China's resource-rich Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region with Pakistan's strategic Gwadar Port on the Arabian Sea. (Photo: PTI)

3 CPEC projects halted for funds, awaiting China's nod: Pak minister

The Chinese side is reviewing the financial mechanism of these projects and work will restart after receiving approval from Beijing.

12 Dec 2017 8:58 PM

A poorly-organised show meant that Diego Maradona became tired on an unusually sultry December afternoon and left after just kicking off the match and exchanging pleasantries with Ganguly and his team.(Photo: AP)

Argentine legend Diego Maradona skips charity match with Sourav Ganguly

Ganguly, who watched Maradona's 1986 World Cup triumph, thus missed out on a chance to play against his childhood icon.

12 Dec 2017 8:38 PM

Gandhi, addressing his first presser after his elevation, said he would strive to change the nature of political discourse in the country which has become 'ugly and nasty'. (Photo: File/AP)

Cong will have 'zabardast' win in Gujarat election: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi said that 'public mood' in Gujarat had undergone a radical change and all sections of society were angry with BJP.

12 Dec 2017 8:35 PM

The device is inspired by the bionic hand given to Luke Skywalker in Star Wars series (Photo: AFP)

Amputees may be able to play drums, piano with Star Wars like bionic hand

The first amputee to use this technology is Jason Barnes, a musician who lost part of his right arm five years ago.

12 Dec 2017 8:35 PM

Rio Olympic silver medallist P V Sindhu and fit again Kidambi Srikanth will kickstart their campaign for the season-ending Dubai Super Series Finals on Wednesday.(Photo: AP / PTI)

PV Sindhu, Kidambi Srikanth aim for winning start in Dubai Super Series

Srikanth will have to on his toes as will meet world number one Vicktor Axelsen of Denmark in his first match of the tournament.

12 Dec 2017 8:22 PM

The monitor display comes with a price tag of $269 and is available via Amazon as well as other retailers.

BenQ launches 27-inch display with HDR10 support

The highlight of the monitor is its formal support for HDR10 and 93 per cent coverage of the DCI-P3 colour space.

12 Dec 2017 8:20 PM

The smartphone is available on Mi e-store and also on Flipkart.

Xiaomi Mi A1 receives permanent price cut

The Mi A1, originally launched in September, will now be available permanently at a price of Rs 13,999 (down from Rs 14,999).

12 Dec 2017 8:17 PM

Similar surgeries have helped people across the world (Photo: YouTube)

2-year-old's malformed thumb surgically replaced using index finger in UAE

The girl wasn't able to use her right hand due to the malformed thumb and the surgery has enabled her to control her hand.

12 Dec 2017 7:55 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Is Peppa Pig to blame for putting pressure on doctors?

The British Medical Journal traditionally carries jokey pseudo-scientific articles in its Christmas special.

12 Dec 2017 7:32 PM

Bakul Chandaria with Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor.

When arrested drug supplier Bakul Chandaria had shared pictures with Salman, Ranbir

The accused, Bakul Chandaria, is said to have Bollywood A-listers as his clients.

12 Dec 2017 7:26 PM

Trump accused the Democrats for the allegations, saying they were now using sexual misconduct after failing to prove any collusion with Russia. (Photo: File/AFP)

Accusations false, never met these women: Trump on sexual misconduct

Trump lashed out after 3 women who previously accused him of sexual harassment shared their stories on NBC's 'Megyn Kelly Today.'

12 Dec 2017 7:25 PM

'Modi has levelled a serious charge that Pakistan is interfering in Gujarat polls. We can understand the worries of Modi but a PM is supposed to take action and not level allegations,' the Sena said in its editorial mouthpiece 'Saamana'. (Photo: PTI)

'Impious' bid to win Gujarat polls: Sena slams Modi over Pak interference jibe

Why are charges levelled only in rallies? If Pak is interfering, let the Army enter that country and take action, the Sena suggested.

12 Dec 2017 7:24 PM

Los Angeles subway work uncovers array of Ice Age fossils

Partial rabbit jaw, mastodon tooth are also part of the find.

12 Dec 2017 7:16 PM

Video: Salman's mother cuts 75th birthday cake with the Khan-daan

It's lovely to see Salman and his mother sharing kisses, with the former surprisingly not taking a bite from the piece of cake.

12 Dec 2017 7:12 PM

The Imtiaz Ali directed romantic film starring Anushka Sharma and SRK, flopped at the box-office by making only Rs 64.33 crore.

Shah Rukh Khan refunds distributors for Jab Harry Met Sejal’s debacle

'Jab Harry Met Sejal' was a first collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and Imtiaz Ali.

12 Dec 2017 6:58 PM

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