Technology, Mobiles tabs, 16th Sep 2017, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 16 Sep 2017

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Study supports the hypothesis that respiratory infections can contribute to the development of type 1 diabetes (Photo: Pixabay)

Swine flu infection may trigger type 1 diabetes, says study

Research shows that an influenza diagnosis during the pandemic season doubles risk of later developing type 1 diabetes.

16 Sep 2017 7:42 AM

Chief minister Manohar Lal Khattar made the announcement after meeting the family members of Pradyuman Thakur who was found with his throat slit in the school washroom last Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Haryana recommends CBI probe in 7-year-old’s murder

The chief minister, who visited the house of Pradyuman, offered his condolences to his family.

16 Sep 2017 7:15 AM

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, which kicked in from July 1, allows tax credit on stock purchased during the previous tax regime.

Rs 65,000 crore GST credit claims under scanner

CBEC orders thorough verification of claims over Rs 1 crore.

16 Sep 2017 7:14 AM

Auction of four power plants a govt scam: NCP

The power situation has riled the public and even opposition parties are hitting the road against the issue.

16 Sep 2017 7:12 AM

In addition to the repair works, the BMC will undertake resurfacing of another 1,000 roads.

BMC to fix over 1,000 roads post monsoon

Civic officials said the BMC has also planned to repair 1,105 project roads across the city in a phased manner after the withdrawal of monsoon.

16 Sep 2017 7:08 AM

A higher current account deficit impacts investors sentiment as it drains the country’s foreign reserves.

Current account deficit touches four-year high

Current account deficit means the difference between inflow and outflow of foreign exchange.

16 Sep 2017 7:06 AM

There have been quite a few instances of deaths reported in the state due to potholes. The banks have agreed to issue loans, as it does not involve land acquisition.

Rs 10,000 crore for road repairs

The official conceded the need for urgent action on the roads but said that work would only begin in January.

16 Sep 2017 7:04 AM

Similarly, NBFCs have also upped their market share to 32 per cent from 27 per cent during the same period.

Private banks, NBFCs eye greater loan share

The PSU Banks currently enjoys a 35 per cent market share of retail loans with private banks and NBFCs accounting for the remaining portion.

16 Sep 2017 7:04 AM

Hamza bin Laden, son of late Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden

Osama bin Laden’s son calls for crusade

Hamza bin Laden has become active as an Al-Qaeda propagandist since his father’s death.

16 Sep 2017 6:56 AM

Gorkhaland supporters staging a rally for at Mirik in Darjeeling, West Bengal. (Photo: PTI)

GJM activists clash with cops in Hills, 12 held

The GJM activists also pelted stones at a bus and ransacked several shops, which tried to reopen.

16 Sep 2017 6:47 AM

Pak SC rejects review pleas of Sharifs in Panama case

The SC disqualified Mr Sharif on July 28. According to details, the apex court concluded hearing on the petitions and reserved the verdict.

16 Sep 2017 6:47 AM

Suranjan Das, who was speaking at a convention on alleged drug and narcotic consumption in the JU campus, regretted that such a programme had to be held.

Help improve Jadavpur University’s public perception, V-C tells students

Suranjan Das said since the beginning he had tried to ensure there is scope for liberal views and free space in the university.

16 Sep 2017 5:45 AM

TMC MP visits parliamentarian Tapal Pal in jail

According to sources, Subrata Bakshi had also given him some puja gifts.

16 Sep 2017 5:40 AM

Manchester City face Watford in the Premier League on Saturday, with both having a chance to top the table. (Photo: AFP)

Premier League: Manchester City, Watford have eye on summit

Manchester City spent more than £200 million ($264 million) on new players during the recent transfer window.

16 Sep 2017 4:46 AM

Manika Batra in action on Day One of the 30th Table Tennis Asian Cup in Ahmedabad on Friday.

Table Tennis: Achanta Sharath Kamal bites dust on opening day

The third Indian in the tournament Harmeet Desai also failed to progress to the next stage.

16 Sep 2017 4:33 AM

A two-member team comprising Fifa consultant Nic Coward and head of AFC-Uefa affairs Alex Phillips concluded a two-day visit to Kolkata on Thursday.

Big Two hope for fair deal from Fifa

The Fifa-AFC team will draft its roadmap by October-November after conducting a market research and then meet all stakeholders.

16 Sep 2017 4:14 AM

Shiv Sena slams govt for load-shedding

The state has potential for generating 33,500Mw of power while the current demand is 15,000Mw.

16 Sep 2017 4:11 AM

A group of dabbawallas play football. (Photo: Rajesh Jadhav)

FIFA Under-17 World Cup: Bureaucrats, dabbawalas put best foot forward to promote football

Members of Mumbai’s Dabbawala Association and school students played after chief minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the campaign in south Mumbai.

16 Sep 2017 4:09 AM

According to health ministry data, swine flu has claimed over 1,586 lives so far this year, which is almost six times more than deaths recorded last year.

Delhi government issues advisory to schools on swine flu

“Schools are advised to create awareness among children about the do’s and dont’s with respect to swine flu during morning assembly.

16 Sep 2017 4:07 AM

The Railway Board has directed that the Passengers List — a paper that is usually stuck on coaches and is known as ‘reservation chart’ — will be done away with.

Ask TC coach to confirm train seats, berths

The move is an experimental one and includes Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai.

16 Sep 2017 4:03 AM

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