Technology, Mobiles tabs, 16th Aug 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 16 Aug 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 16 Aug 2019

The meeting was open only to the five permanent members and 10 non-permanent members. China, a permanent member of the UNSC and close ally of Pakistan, had asked for "closed consultations" in the Council. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Pakistan PM Imran discusses Kashmir with Trump over phone

Prime Minister Khan conveyed Pakistan's concern on recent developments in Kashmir and the threat they pose to the regional peace.

16 Aug 2019 9:18 PM

A fighting half-century by wicket keeper-batsman BJ Watling helped New Zealand to take a lead of 177 at stumps on day three in the first Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle on Friday. (Photo:AFP)

SL vs NZ: BJ Watling puts New Zealand in strong position in Galle

New Zealand, who trailed Sri Lanka by 18 runs in the first innings, finished on 195 for seven.

16 Aug 2019 9:05 PM

World number one Naomi Osaka survived a tough test against Hsieh Su-Wei and eked out a 7-6(3) 5-7 6-2 victory to reach her first-ever quarter-final at the Cincinnati Masters on Thursday. (Photo: AFP)

Rogers Cup: Osaka survives Hsieh to reach quarters in Cincinnati

Osaka, who lost to Hsieh at the Miami Open in March, admitted a day earlier that the Taiwanese challenger was an unpredictable opponent.

16 Aug 2019 9:00 PM

The Realme 5 Pro will be supported by the company’s VOOC Flash Charge 3.0 technology offering 55 percent charge in 30 minutes.

Realme 5, 5 Pro specs revealed ahead of official launch

The device will also be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 and will have a 5000mAh battery.

16 Aug 2019 8:56 PM

Nearly two weeks after the parliament approved the Triple Talaq Bill, Kozhikode Police on Friday arrested a man for giving his wife instant talaq here. (Representational Image)

In a first, Kerala records arrest over triple talaq after Parliament cleared Bill

According to the victim, Usman took her abroad after their marriage and started abusing and assaulting her.

16 Aug 2019 8:49 PM

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Friday returned to Delhi after spending 11 days in Kashmir Valley to ensure smooth implementation of plans after the withdrawal of special status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. (Photo: File)

After 11 days, Ajit Doval returns to Delhi from Jammu and Kashmir

Doval, during his meetings, conveyed in clear terms that there should be no inconvenience to the people in general public.

16 Aug 2019 8:43 PM

Last week, Facebook user Obesh Komirisetty revealed through a post on the social media website that he was at a mall and could not find a ride back home. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad man scores free ride through Zomato, gets praises from netizens

However, his creativity has now won him a number of fans online, and a thumbs-up from Zomato itself.

16 Aug 2019 8:35 PM

Don't let those eyes get you. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

7 clear signs you’re living under your pet’s rule

Cats have seven lives, and they’ll rule over you in all of them.

16 Aug 2019 8:20 PM

England fast bowler Jofra marked his Test debut with a wicket as Australia suffered a top-order collapse at Lord's on Friday. (Photo:AFP)

Ashes 2019: Jofra Archer strikes as Australia slump to 80-4 in second Ashes Test

Australia lost three wickets for 11 runs on the way to reaching 80-4 when rain forced an early lunch on the third day of the second Test.

16 Aug 2019 8:17 PM

The phone was likely spotted in China because the leaker put up the pictures on Chines Social Media site Weibo.

Huawei Mate 30 Pro spotted in Subway with ‘waterfall’ screen

The phone's design matches with the leaked protective case that had surfaced online earlier this month.

16 Aug 2019 8:17 PM

BCCI electoral officer N Gopalaswami on Friday made it clear that all the affiliated state units will have to conduct their polls by September 14 to be eligible for participating in parent body's elections. (Photo: AFP)

Complete election process by Sept 14 to vote in BCCI polls: Electoral Officer

The procedural rules for the election of Board's Apex Council have been posted on the cricket body's website.

16 Aug 2019 8:15 PM

Ravi Shastri was reappointed for a two-year period by the CAC, a decision that was expected. (Photo:AFP)

Kohli's preference for Shastri did not influence coach selection, says Kapil Dev

His term will again be up for review after the 2021 T20 World Cup in India.

16 Aug 2019 8:06 PM

FC Bayern Munich's new signing Ivan Perisic revealed that it was not a difficult call for him when the club called him. (Photo: Bayern/Twitter)

‘When a club like Bayern Munich calls you cannot say no’: Ivan Perisic

Ivan Perisic joined Bayern on a one-year deal from Inter Milan.

16 Aug 2019 8:03 PM

The compact screen can display all the essential fitness information, clearly, whenever you need it, with just a flick of the wrist.

Ahead of Mi Band 4, Ambrane launches fitness tracker with colour screen in India

The Rs 2,999 fitness tracker has a heart rate monitor and a coloured display.

16 Aug 2019 8:00 PM

Kuldeep Singh Sengar has also been named in the case pertaining to the death of the survivor's father. The lawmaker had allegedly raped the girl, a minor at that time, at his resi (Photo: ANI)

This shows BJP's reality: Brinda Karat on MLA Kuldeep Sengar featuring in I-Day ads

Last week, a Delhi court had framed charges against the expelled MLA in connection with the Unnao rape case against him.

16 Aug 2019 7:54 PM

The UN Security Council on Friday began a rare closed door meeting to discuss India revoking the special status of Jammu and Kashmir after Pakistan, backed by its all-weather ally, China, requested 'closed consultations' on the issue. (Photo: File)

UN Security Council begins closed-door meeting on Kashmir issue

Reacting to India's decision, Pakistan expelled Indian High Commissioner soon after idea to downgrade diplomatic ties with New Delhi.

16 Aug 2019 7:54 PM

Andy Murray is to skip the US Open later this month where he was scheduled to play doubles so as to get more singles matches under his belt. (Photo:AFP)

Andy Murray to skip US Open doubles to focus on singles

The 32-year-old Scotsman lost in straight sets to old foe Richard Gasquet earlier this week in Cincinnati.

16 Aug 2019 7:51 PM

Anant Singh represents Mokama in the Legislative Assembly. (Photo: ANI)

Bihar: AK-47 rifle, grenades recovered from MLA Anant Singh's residence

According to the reports, a bomb squad arrived at the residence of the MLA, following the recovery of an AK-47.

16 Aug 2019 7:45 PM

Greenland on Friday dismissed the notion that it might be up for sale after reports that US President Donald Trump had privately discussed with his advisers the idea of buying the world's biggest island. (Representational Image)

‘Not for sale’: Greenland to Donald Trump amid reports of purchase

Greenland, a self-ruling part of Denmark located between the North Atlantic and Arctic oceans, is dependant on Danish economic support.

16 Aug 2019 7:42 PM

The phone can be seen housing a quad-camera setup, with three of the sensors in a single vertical line, while the fourth sensor is placed adjacent to it.

Xiaomi 64MP camera-phone's mass production revealed in video

Lu Weibing, the Vice President of Xiaomi, shared the video.

16 Aug 2019 7:41 PM

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