Technology, Mobiles tabs, 15th Dec 2018, News & Stories from India

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Vivo to set up a new manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh with an investment of Rs 4,000 crore over a period of 4 years.

Vivo invests Rs 4,000 crore for new manufacturing plant in India

Acquires 169-acre land in the Yamuna Expressway Region.

15 Dec 2018 12:02 PM

The scientists concluded that "If doing sport in the evening has any effect on sleep quality at all, it's rather a positive effect, albeit only a mild one." (Photo: AFP)

Exercising during this time of day does not cause sleep problems, says study

Even among sleep researchers, it is a widely held belief that sleep quality can be improved by avoiding exercise in the evening.

15 Dec 2018 12:01 PM

Sri Lanka's disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has reportedly resigned from his post. (Photo: AP)

Mahinda Rajapaksa resigns as Sri Lanka's Prime Minister

Mahinda Rajapaksa signed what was called a 'resignation' letter at his residence in capital Colombo.

15 Dec 2018 11:56 AM

Alexa will now play audio content you downloaded from Audible.in’s broad selection of over 200,000 full-length audiobooks and original programs, including a curated selection of 400 Audible-exclusive titles by leading Indian authors.

“Alexa, Read Me A Book”: Indians can now access their audible library using voice

Alexa-enabled devices nationwide are now equipped to play audio content downloaded through Audible.in.

15 Dec 2018 11:54 AM

Sonam lands Dulquer Salmaan in trouble with Mumbai Police, this is what happened next

Sonam Kapoor recently posted a video of Dulquer Salmaan using a mobile phone while driving and cops did not take it lightly.

15 Dec 2018 11:49 AM

12 tips, some very basic, but critical steps that you, your family, your loved ones, and friends can take to ensure basic security and privacy for new devices.

Threat Brief: 12 cybersecurity tips for the holidays

Most people all over the world get new devices, and need to stay safe online.

15 Dec 2018 11:48 AM

When asked if PDP will be part of grand alliance, the former CM of Jammu and Kashmir said although talks were taking place, her party was 'small player' to be considered. (Photo: ANI)

Like Rafale, hope BJP also waits for Babri Masjid verdict: Mehbooba Mufti

Mufti said like Rafale decision was welcomed, she hoped BJP will wait for decision on Babri Masjid and won't start pointing fingers at SC.

15 Dec 2018 11:40 AM

Women with severe vulvovaginal atrophy symptoms reported a much worse quality of life than women with mild symptoms.

Menopause-related sexual, urinary problems tied to worse quality of life

Study suggests many women may be needlessly suffering from symptoms they either don’t discuss with doctor or don’t know how to treat.

15 Dec 2018 11:40 AM

IOC said its board has also declared an interim dividend of 67.5 per cent or Rs 6.75 per share for fiscal 2018-19. (Photo: AP)

IOC to buy back shares for Rs 4,435 cr; pay Rs 6,556 crore dividend

The government is expected to participate in each of the share buyback programme of these PSUs.

15 Dec 2018 11:31 AM

Those who moved their pelvis back and forth enjoyed an extra 0.6 orgasms per sex session. (Photo: AFP)

Women more likely to orgasm if they go on top, rock pelvis during sex

Experts said the technique is easiest to perform in a sideways position, or when a woman is “on top, sitting, or doggie-style”.

15 Dec 2018 11:27 AM

PAC chairman Mallikarjun Kharge said they respect the Supreme Court, but it is not a probe agency and only a JPC can investigate the alleged corruption in Rafale deal. (Photo: PTI)

Govt misled SC, gave wrong facts about CAG report on Rafale deal: Kharge

Will ask PAC to call AG, CAG to know when was CAG report on Rafale deal tabled in Parliament, Kharge said.

15 Dec 2018 11:24 AM

Study shows while e-cigarettes are clearly associated with less toxic exposure than combustible cigarettes, they are certainly associated with more exposure than complete non-use of tobacco. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vapers inhale lower levels of toxins than smokers

Dual users had highest levels of nicotine biomarkers, followed by those who smoked traditional cigarettes only, study found.

15 Dec 2018 11:05 AM

The IndiGo aircraft was taken to isolated bay for secondary ladder point check after Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) found threat as 'specific'. Later, security agencies declared the plane 'safe'. (Representational Image)

Lucknow-bound IndiGo flight grounded in Mumbai after bomb threat

A woman travelling to Delhi on Go Air flight approached IndiGo check-in counter and informed there was bomb in IndiGo's 6E 3612 flight.

15 Dec 2018 10:56 AM

The role of social engineering in successful attacks against businesses and individuals will continue to increase throughout the year.

More sophisticated attacks will dominate 2019: Report

Cybercriminals adapt tactics to prey upon evolving corporate technology environments.

15 Dec 2018 10:45 AM

The range introduces DG-IS1006GP, an unmanaged PoE Gigabit switch to address the heavy industrial environment applications.

DIGISOL launches new industrial switches

DIGISOL unveils a range of industrial-grade switches built especially for harsh outdoor environments.

15 Dec 2018 10:40 AM

Security forces launched cordon and search operation in Sirnoo village in Pulwama district after receiving specific intelligence input about presence of militants in the area. (Photo: ANI)

3 terrorists gunned down, 1 soldier martyred in encounter in J&K's Pulwama

Security official said as the forces were conducting searches, the militants opened fire on them.

15 Dec 2018 10:39 AM

MediaTek will support ARCore and Google Lens on Helio P90 beginning in Q4 2018 for devices built to run the latest Android software, Android Pie. MediaTek will be extending support for ARCore and Google Lens to other chipsets in its Helio portfolio in 2019.

MediaTek, Google to Bring AR, Lens to mid-range smartphones

With MediaTek’s Helio P90, OEMs can quickly add ARCore and Google Lens capability.

15 Dec 2018 10:36 AM

Kissht is an EMI payment and digital lending platform. With a variety of EMI payment options, Kissht aims at empowering online as well as offline Merchant stores and online ecommerce platforms to provide easy and quick EMI to customers who wish to purchase Mobiles, Laptops, Cameras, Furniture’s, AC, Watches, Home & Kitchen Appliances, travel, health and education services and many more through easy EMI installments.

Kissht launches version 2.0

EMI payment and digital lending platform announced its 2.0 version.

15 Dec 2018 10:32 AM

A student said posters had been put up near two entrances of north Indian mess located on second floor of Himalaya Mess Complex, specifying separate entry points and wash basins for non-vegetarian and vegetarian students. (Photo: Twitter | @ChintaBAR)

At IIT Madras, separate mess entry for veg, non-veg students spark row

When contacted, official in mess monitoring and control committee of IIT-M said he was unaware of the posters.

15 Dec 2018 10:25 AM

The Cloudera Annual Sessions are a part of the global roadshow series aimed at helping organizations explore the role of machine learning and advanced analytics in driving customer insights, connecting products and services (IoT), and protecting businesses through real-life customer stories and use cases.

Cloudera, industry professionals, discuss New Data Age

Customers and partners come together at the flagship event to share best practices on deriving actionable insights from data.