Technology, Mobiles tabs, 17th Dec 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 17 Dec 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 17 Dec 2019

Amid protests in several parts of the country over the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Union Minister of State (MoS) Railways, Suresh Angadi on Tuesday warned the concerned district administration and railway authorities to 'shoot' at sight if anybody destroys the public property. (Photo: ANI)

'If anybody destroys railway property shoot them at sight': Railway minister

The minister further asserted that it is taxpayers' money and to develop one train it takes years together.

17 Dec 2019 8:57 PM

A section of the students of the Madras Universtiy continued their protest for the second day on Tuesday against the amendment to the Citizenship Act by staying put inside the Marina campus here, as police entered the premises. (Photo: ANI)

Police enter Madras varsity as students continue protest against Citizenship Act

The Madras University is one of the oldest in India and students of the varsity are among others who have been protesting against the CAA.

17 Dec 2019 8:47 PM

UK and AAI train Kolkata Airport Staff on handling passengers with Special Needs

Over 80 staff benefitted from the training, which covered various techniques and methods of handling people with special needs.

17 Dec 2019 8:35 PM

England spinner Laura Marsh on Monday announced her retirement from international cricket. The 33-year-old made her debut against India in 2006 as a seamer before switching to spin. (Photo:Instagram)

England spinner Laura Marsh announces retirement

In her 13-year long career, Marsh featured in 103 ODIs, 67 T20Is and 9 Tests and scalped 217 wickets across all formats.

17 Dec 2019 8:32 PM

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Tuesday turned down the proposal to convene a meeting on Kashmir after France vetoed the move, French diplomatic sources told news agency ANI. (Photo: File)

After France vetoed, UNSC turns down proposal to convene meet on Kashmir

This comes ahead of the 22nd round of boundary talks between India and China that is expected to take place in a few days.

17 Dec 2019 8:27 PM

BJP MP Gautam Gambhir on Monday alleged that the protest at Jamia Millia Islamia University on Sunday against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) was "politicised" by Delhi's ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). (Photo: File)

'Protest at Jamia University politicised by AAP': BJP's Gautam Gambhir

'It is not about taking citizenship from any Indian but it is about giving citizenship,' added BJP leader Gautam Gambhir.

17 Dec 2019 8:16 PM

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced a 16-man squad for the first two Test matches against England. (Photo:AFP)

South Africa announces Test squad for England tour

The Proteas' squad included six uncapped players.

17 Dec 2019 8:03 PM

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy on Tuesday indicated that the state could have three capitals as decentralisation was a real concept. (Photo: File)

We may have three capitals borne out of decentralisation: AP CM Jagan Reddy

Indicating that the government could shift to Visakhapatnam, the CM pointed out that the port has the required facilities.

17 Dec 2019 7:31 PM

India on Tuesday strongly rejected a resolution adopted by Pakistan national assembly on the amended citizenship law, calling it a poorly disguised effort to divert attention from Islamabad's "appalling treatment" and "persecution" of its religious minorities. (Photo: File)

India rejects Pak assembly motion on Citizenship Act, says 'poorly disguised effort'

Pakistan's Parliament on Monday unanimously passed a resolution terming India's citizenship amendment law against the bilateral agreements.

17 Dec 2019 7:17 PM

These shall be available in yellow,black and white online on the brands website as well as on e-commerce website Flipkart from 2:00 pm onwards today.

Realme's latest true wireless earbuds 'Buds Air' launched at Rs 3,999

These are said to have 12mm Dynamic Bass Boost Driver, 17-hour music playback, accessible smart controls and environment noise cancellation.

17 Dec 2019 7:12 PM

A fire broke out on the fifth floor of a residential building in suburban Ghatkopar East on Tuesday evening, an official said. (Representational Image)

Fire at 10-storey residential building in Mumbai's Ghatkopar area

The blaze erupted at ground-plus-10 Shriji Tower on Rajawadi Road around 5.42 pm, a fire official said.

17 Dec 2019 7:04 PM

The realme X2 will be available in colours - Pearl Green, Pearl White and Pearl Blue.

Realme launches realme X2 in India, full specs and price inside

Available in 3 colour and RAM-ROM combination variants, the new realme X2 shall go for sale from 20 December, 12 noon online and offline.

17 Dec 2019 7:04 PM

Giving hope to many cricketing fans, pacer Jasprit Bumrah on Tuesday trained with the Indian cricket team ahead of the side's upcoming second ODI against West Indies. (Photo:Twitter)

Jasprit Bumrah trains with Indian cricket team at Vizag

Bumrah has been out of action since July this year and his return to the field can be viewed as a positive outcome.

17 Dec 2019 7:03 PM

Although trends documented by the Christmas Bird Count aren’t clear from one year to the next because of differences in weather, if you look at the data from one decade to the next, you can see trends. (Photo: AP)

Annual Christmas bird count shows steady increase in numbers

Audubon’s annual Christmas Bird Count stronger than ever.

17 Dec 2019 7:00 PM

Light in weight, plastic built, in matte black, the powerbank comes easy to carry, use and is even portable.

Xech Satellite Pro Wireless Powerbank review: Bank of sheer power on a budget!

This Xech 10,000mAh powerbank managed to please us overall, with its performance as well as its construction.

17 Dec 2019 6:59 PM

Leaders of opposition parties on Tuesday knocked on the doors of President Ram Nath Kovind urging him to intervene on the issue of violence in central universities and advise the Modi government to withdraw the "unconstitutional and divisive" citizenship amendment law. (Photo: File)

Oppn parties knock on Prez's doors, seek intervention on violence, recall of Citizenship Act

Leaders of at least 12 parties, including Congress, CPI-M, CPI, DMK, SP, TMC, RJD, NC, IUML and AIUDF, were part of the delegation.

17 Dec 2019 6:55 PM

Jasprit Bumrah showed no signs of rustiness as he went full tilt at Rishabh Pant but the resurgent Prithvi Shaw looked far from being fit for international cricket during his session with trainer Nick Webb at India's optional practice here on Tuesday. (Photo:Twitter)

Jasprit Bumrah bowls full tilt, Prithvi Shaw spends time with trainer Nick Webb

Bumrah has been out with a stress fracture of the back and is expected to be available for the New Zealand tour next year.

17 Dec 2019 6:38 PM

Vishal Jethwa with Rani Mukerji. (Photo: Instagram)

I used to lock myself in my house, says 'Mardaani 2' actor Vishal Jethwa

The actor has recently become the talk of the nation for the on-point portrayal of the pure evil villainous character of the film.

17 Dec 2019 6:19 PM

History gets a nod, with the tale of a feudal era Japanese girl forced to stay in a secluded hut because of the belief that menstruating females are unclean. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Japan tackles menstruation taboos with manga comic character

'Little Miss Period' tackles Japan's menstruation taboos with a punch.

17 Dec 2019 6:00 PM

Ahead of the second ODI against West Indies, India pacer Deepak Chahar on Tuesday said that in his opinion ODI cricket is more difficult than both T20 and Test format of the game.(Photo:ANI)

ODI cricket is more difficult than Tests and T20Is, says Deepak Chahar

Chahar also opined that making the cut into the Indian setup through the Ranji trophy is a bit difficult.