Technology, Mobiles tabs, 16th Aug 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 16 Aug 2018

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 16 Aug 2018

A press release from the Chief Minister Office said 29 relief camps have been set up and 1,755 people provided shelter. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

After incessant rains in K'taka, CM Kumaraswamy announces Rs 200 crore relief

The chief minister, who held a high-level meeting with senior officials and ministers, said the rains have been heavier than normal.

16 Aug 2018 9:26 PM

JNU student Umar Khalid was attacked on Monday when he was on his way to take part in an event at the Constitution Club after having tea at a shop outside the venue. (Photo: File)

Independence Day gift: Umar Khalid’s attackers claim responsibility on Facebook

The two men said they would surrender at village of Sikh revolutionary Kartar Singh Sarabha on August 17.

16 Aug 2018 9:09 PM

Same-day or next-day delivery orders can be made online or via a mobile app. (AP Photo)

Kroger begins testing driverless grocery deliveries

Kroger will begin testing grocery deliveries using driverless cars outside of Phoenix.

16 Aug 2018 9:03 PM

People being rescued from a flood-affected region following heavy monsoon rainfall in Kochi on Thursday. (Photo: PTI)

Kerala flood fury: 30 lives lost in one day, death toll mounts to 97

Under instructions from PM Modi, Defence Ministry rushed in fresh teams of the 3 wings of military for relief and rescue operations.

16 Aug 2018 9:01 PM

There was no association between maternal PCBs and autism (Photo: AFP)

Children born to women exposed to DDT at higher risk of autism

For the overall sample of autism cases, the odds were nearly one-third higher among offspring exposed to elevated maternal DDE levels.

16 Aug 2018 8:55 PM

Dorsey said Twitter is also exploring ways to label automated accounts, known as “bots.” (AP Photo)

After Alex Jones timeout, Twitter CEO mulls deeper changes

The move could address falsehoods, conspiracy theories and other misinformation, and might also reduce online “echo chambers.”

16 Aug 2018 8:51 PM

Chinese hackers targeted US firms, government after trade mission: Researchers

Organisations involved in the trade mission were subject to focused attention from Chinese hackers.

16 Aug 2018 8:40 PM

Surrounded by professional folk dancers, Atal Bihari Vajpayee could be seen smeared in colours displays his dancing skills winning a million hearts. (Photo: ANI screengrab)

Remembering Vajpayee: When former PM shook a leg during Holi festivities

Former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee died at AIIMS in Delhi on Thursday. He was 93.

16 Aug 2018 8:36 PM

Former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee died at 93 on Thursday. (Photo: File | PTI)

This young man will be PM one day, Nehru had said of Vajpayee

Vajpayee adhered to Nehru's idea of liberal pluralism and was also called the ‘Nehru of the Right’.

16 Aug 2018 8:24 PM

FireEye believes that China-based threat groups have deployed systematic cyber espionage operations against close allies in Southeast Asia. (Photo: Pixabay)

FireEye cautions Malaysian firms of heightened cyber risk

Malaysia’s political shift and Belt & Road links lead to heightened interest from state-linked.

16 Aug 2018 8:02 PM

Vajpayee presented the Indian team captain, Ganguly, a cricket bat with a message, saying, “Khel hi nahi, dil bhi jeetiye -- shubhkamnaye.” (Photo: PTI)

Atal Bihari Vajpayee's unique message to Indian cricket team before 2004 Pakistan tour

The late leader had a message for Sourav Ganguly and his team on the eve of a cricket series to be played on Pakistan soil after 19 years.

16 Aug 2018 7:52 PM

Malaysia's new government repealed a widely criticised law prohibiting "fake news," in a move hailed as a landmark moment for human rights by a group of Southeast Asian lawmakers.

New Malaysian government repeals law banning 'fake news'

The bill was passed in April under former Prime Minister Najib Razak.

16 Aug 2018 7:52 PM

Known for his great oratory skills, Vajpayee first addressed the UNGA's 32nd session in 1977 as the foreign minister under the Janata Party government headed by then prime minister Morarji Desai. (Photo: PTI)

Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the first Indian leader to address UNGA in Hindi

Vajpayee, in his role as foreign minister and PM, visited the UN headquarters to deliver speeches on seven occasions from 1977 to 2003.

16 Aug 2018 7:50 PM

In his condolence message, LK Advani said, ‘Vajpayee's sterling humane qualities like compassion, humility and his remarkable ability to win over adversaries despite ideological differences have all had a profound effect on him. (Photo: File | PTI)

Vajpayee was my closest friend for 65 yrs, will miss him immensely: Advani

LK Advani said he was at loss for words to express his deep grief and sadness over the death of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

16 Aug 2018 7:23 PM

One of the other problems that can stem from incessant use of smartphones to check social media is carpal tunnel syndrome. (Photo: ANI)

Social media addiction can harm your bones, joints

Prolonged use of smartphones can increase neck and upper back pain as well.

16 Aug 2018 6:44 PM

The Realme 2 is expected to be priced around Rs 20,000.

Realme 2 leaks ahead of official launch

The Realme is rumoured to launch a new smartphone dubbed Realme 2 in India soon.

16 Aug 2018 6:39 PM

The drug is a promising strategy for patients who have run out of effective treatment options. (Photo: AFP)

New HIV drug cuts viral load, boosts immunity: Study

Ibalizumab is a drug that targets the primary receptor for HIV entry into immune cells known as CD4 T cells.

16 Aug 2018 6:37 PM

Intel NUCs are mini PCs that offer high-performance capabilities in a space-saving design.

Intel unveils its refreshed NUC Kits and Mini PCs for 2018

The latest generation NUC machines are powered by Intel’s 8th Gen processors, promising better performance.

16 Aug 2018 6:33 PM

As trivial as it might seem at first while a person is battling such an aggressive disease, hair loss is often a huge psychological burden. (Photo: AFP)

'My Hair, Your Hair': Bosnians weave wigs for kids with cancer

A medical student, Nizic is leading a campaign to give other sick children a luxury her parents could not afford: wigs.

16 Aug 2018 6:32 PM

Former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee dies at 93. (Photo: File)

End of an era: PM Modi expresses grief over Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s death

President Ram Nath Kovind took to Twitter and said, 'Atalji, the Gentle Giant, will be missed by one and all.'

16 Aug 2018 6:24 PM

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