Technology, Mobiles tabs, 18th Nov 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 18 Nov 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 18 Nov 2019

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told the Lok Sabha in a written reply that despite some recent deceleration of gross domestic product (GDP) growth, India is still projected by the World Economic Outlook to grow at the fastest rate in 2019-20 among G-20 countries. (Photo: File)

India is still fastest-growing economy among G-20 nations: Nirmala Sitharaman

She said the average growth rate was 7.5 per cent in 2014-19, which is the highest amongst G-20 countries.

18 Nov 2019 8:33 PM

Cricket Australia (CA) on Monday handed a one-year ban to Hobart Hurricanes player Emily Smith for breaching their Anti-Corruption Code. (Photo:Twitter)

Cricket Australia bans Emily Smith for one year

Smith will be ineligible to participate in any form of cricket for a period of one year, with nine months being fully suspended.

18 Nov 2019 8:33 PM

The avalanche had hit the Army positions in the northern glacier at around 3:30 pm today. (Photo: Representational Image)

8 soldiers stuck under snow as avalanche hits Army positions in Siachen

Sources said that the patrolling party, including porters, were evacuating another person who had fallen sick at his post.

18 Nov 2019 8:27 PM

Defender Virgil van Dijk says the Netherlands are 'back where they belong' after sealing automatic qualification for the 2020 European Championship. (Photo:AFP)

Netherlands back where they belong, says Virgil Van Dijk

The Dutch, who did not qualify for Euro 2016 or the 2018 World Cup, sealed progress to the finals of next year’s tournament.

18 Nov 2019 8:01 PM

The 40inch Smart TV supports 1366 x 768 Pixels resolution with, A+ grade Screen Cells and Large Viewing angle

Ziox launches 40-inch Smart TV at Rs 37,999

Ziox Electronics, a part of Sun Airvoice Group, has launched its HD Ready 40inch Smart TV ‘‘ZSLTV4001’ in the Indian Markets.

18 Nov 2019 7:29 PM

The 16.58cm (6.53) FHD+ Halo FullView Display pushes bezels to the limit on all sides, with the front camera nestled beautifully within an elegant notch

Vivo launches new Y19 smartphone at Rs 13,999

Priced at Rs 13,999, the Y19 will be available in Magnetic Black & Spring White color variants across all offline partner outlets from today

18 Nov 2019 7:28 PM

Australian captain Tim Paine has said the upcoming test series against Pakistan and New Zealand may be the last time he captains the side at home as he enters the twilight of his career. (Photo:AFP)

Captain Tim Paine says Australia's home summer may be his last

Paine was named captain after former skipper Steve Smith was handed a one-year ban in March 2018 for ball tampering.

18 Nov 2019 7:12 PM

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk will miss Tuesday's Euro 2020 qualifier against Estonia for personal reasons, the Dutch federation announced on Sunday. (Photo:AFP)

Virgil Van Dijk withdraws from Estonia match for 'personal reasons'

The Dutch booked their passage to next year's finals, their first major competition since the 2014 World Cup.

18 Nov 2019 7:08 PM

Australia batsman Steve Smith said that the West Indies player Nicholas Pooran will learn from his mistakes after the International Cricket Council (ICC) handed him a four-match suspension for ball-tampering. (Photo:AFP)

Nicholas Pooran will learn from his mistake: Steve Smith on ball-tampering

The incident took place during the third ODI against Afghanistan.

18 Nov 2019 6:55 PM

Tea tree oil is great to tackle mildew and mould. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Natural remedies for clean homes

Use these natural products to detox your home.

18 Nov 2019 6:55 PM

During Argentina’s friendly match against Brazil, things escalated so much between Argentine striker Lionel Messi and Brazil Coach Tite, the cameras caught 31-year-old footballer telling the rival team’s coach to 'shut up'. (Photo:AP)

Watch: Lionel Messi ask Brazil coach Tite to ‘shut up’

Messi was involved in a heated debate with the Brazil Coach, after Tite’s complaint to the referee.

18 Nov 2019 6:49 PM

Former Spain and Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas has stated that it would be unfair if Cristiano Ronaldo wins the 2019 Ballon d'Or award. (Photo:AFP)

Cristiano Ronaldo winning 2019 Ballon d’Or would be illogical, says Iker Casillas

The Porto goalkeeper expresses that the Portuguese forward should not even be in the nominees list.

18 Nov 2019 6:25 PM

Rajat Sharma assumed the charge of the office of president of Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) on Monday after ombudsman Justice (Retired) Badar Durrez Ahmed put his and other officials' resignations on hold and asked them to continue in their respective roles. (Photo: File)

Rajat Sharma takes up charge as DDCA president after ombudsman's order

Earlier on Saturday, Sharma, after resigning from the post, said that it would serve as a warning bell for the stakeholders of DDCA.

18 Nov 2019 6:02 PM

For quite some time, Gautam Gambhir has been slamming the former Indian skipper, Mahendra Singh Dhoni for his decisions, which cost the former Indian cricketer his place in the Indian squad. After lambasting the 2011 World Cup winning captain for his rotation policy, the BJP MP now has come out with a new revelation, stating that the veteran wicket-keeper batsman intentionally told him to go after his personal milestone, so that the left-hander batsman fails to reach the landmark. (Photo:Twitter)

Gautam Gambhir reveals MS Dhoni’s advice had got him out during 2011 WC final

Despite performing so well in both the finals, Gambhir was eluded by the Man of the match (MoM) award during both the finals.

18 Nov 2019 5:55 PM

Amol Palekar to do cinema after 25 years with 'Kusur'; read

He added that the contemporary filmmakers should project the indigenous ethos than imitating what is out there in the foreign markets.

18 Nov 2019 5:44 PM

Samsung’s currently working on the commitment to launch its Galaxy S11 and S11E smartphones, by February/March next year. (Photo: PhoneArena)

Camera app teardown shows Samsung Galaxy S11 series could sport a 108 MP camera

Taking into account previous reports as well, there is heavy speculation, that the S11 and/or S11e will support a 108 MP sensor.

18 Nov 2019 5:39 PM

Ahead of his meeting with Gandhi, Pawar said all political parties seeking to stake claim in forming the government in Maharashtra have to "choose their own paths". (Photo: File | PTI)

'Didn't discuss Sena': Pawar after meeting Sonia

Cong and NCP have held a series of meetings in last few days to finalise modalities for a Sena-led government in Maharashtra.

18 Nov 2019 5:27 PM

'I know the meeting was very important but I was contractually bound. I had signed the contract in January and I joined politics in April. Due to contractual obligation, I had to go for the commentary. On 11th November I received the mail and on the same day, I had informed them the reason for not attending the meeting,' Gambhir said. (Photo: ANI)

Gambhir hits out at AAP over 'missing' posters, trolling

'Missing' posters of BJP East Delhi lawmaker surfaced in ITO area in Delhi when the BJP MP failed to attend a meeting on air pollution.

18 Nov 2019 5:10 PM

IT companies may shed 30,000-40,000 mid-level staff: Pai

Pai said about 80 pc of those who lose jobs would have employment opportunities in industries in general if they are specialists.

18 Nov 2019 5:04 PM

'Good Newwz' trailer starring Akshay, Kareena, Kiara and Diljit is very humorous

Akshay Kumar took to Twitter to share the video of the same. He captioned the post as,Christmas with the Batra's & the biggest goof-up!

18 Nov 2019 5:00 PM

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