Technology, Mobiles tabs, 19th Dec 2019, News & Stories from India

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This device is unique in that we specifically created it to work well with the small and intricate muscles associated with swallowing events. (Photo: ANI)

This wearable device can help people who have difficult in swallowing

New wearable device to help millions with swallowing problems: Study.

19 Dec 2019 2:24 PM

To make your music consumption pattern more personalised, YouTube Music has introduced a shelf of three new mixes

YouTube rolls out new personalised playlists

The platform will make use of your listening history to curate playlists to specific tastes.

19 Dec 2019 2:20 PM

In order to achieve the aim of national portability, it is necessary that ration cards issued by different states and union territories conform to a standard format. Accordingly, a format for standardised ration card has been prepared for issue of ration card under the NFSA, said a senior Food Ministry official. (Photo: File)

Centre makes standard format for ration cards, asks states to follow it

Under the initiative, eligible beneficiaries would be able to avail entitled foodgrains under the National Food Security Act.

19 Dec 2019 2:12 PM

Thackeray's party Shiv Sena had earlier supported the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, but staged a walkout during voting on it in the Rajya Sabha, saying there was no clarity on questions raised over it by the party. (Photo: File)

'Where would Hindu immigrants be settled?' Uddhav asks BJP on CAA

He also accused the BJP-led central government of being biased towards K'taka on the border dispute with Maharashtra over Belgaum.

19 Dec 2019 2:07 PM

No.1 Mi Fan Sale will see discounts and flash sales across different product categories.

Xiaomi announces sale on multiple products under 'No.1 Fan Sale' from today

No. 1 Mi Fan Sale is set to begin on Thursday, 19th December 2019 across multiple offline and online channels.

19 Dec 2019 1:54 PM

Reacting to his detention, Guha said it was "absolutely undemocratic" that police were not allowing even a peaceful protest, which is the democratic right of the citizens. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Ramachandra Guha detained for protesting against CAA in Bengaluru

Police said the protesters violated prohibitory orders clamped in the city against any protest or demonstration.

19 Dec 2019 1:46 PM

The new Alto VXI+ with the smart play studio is tailor-made to offer a unique technology-driven experience to our customers.

Maruti Suzuki launches new variant of Alto, priced at Rs 3.80 lakh

The new variant comes with aero edge design, dual-tone interiors, high-fuel efficiency, and latest safety features.

19 Dec 2019 1:44 PM

Sri Lanka pace bowler Vishwa Fernando took two wickets in three balls to leave Pakistan struggling at 72-3 on the opening day of the second Test in Karachi on Thursday. (Photo:AFP)

Vishwa Fernando's quickfire double reduces Pakistan to 72-3 at lunch

The left-armer removed opener Shan Masood for five and skipper Azhar Ali without scoring in the seventh over.

19 Dec 2019 1:40 PM

Night Shift feature should be doing the opposite of what it does by using dim, cooler lights in the evening, the study suggests.

Apple's Night Shift Mode on iPhone may be hurting your eyes, claims study

Night Shift Mode on the Apple iPhone is designed to help ease your eyes while using the device in low light conditions.

19 Dec 2019 1:35 PM

'Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar and Sonia Gandhi came together to form a government and form a new Maharashtra. A new Maharashtra is being built with high values of democratic principles,' Thackeray said. (Photo: ANI)

'New Maharashtra' of high democratic principles is being built: Aaditya Thackeray

Shiv Sena had emerged as the second-largest party after BJP in Maharashtra Assembly elections.

19 Dec 2019 1:35 PM

Ahead of the India U17 women's team's final against Sweden in the Women's Football Tournament 2019, men's team goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and striker Sunil Chhetri wished the team all the best for the summit clash. (Photo: Twitter/ Gurpreet Singh Sandhu)

Gurpreet Sandhu, Sunil Chhetri extend wishes to women's team for final against Sweden

In a video message posted by Sandhu on Twitter, both Sandhu and Chhetri, congratulated the women's team for booking a spot in the finals.

19 Dec 2019 1:34 PM

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has shown its willingness to tour Pakistan for three T20Is but is reluctant to play two Tests. (Photo:AFP)

Bangladesh reluctant to play Test in Pakistan, says Wasim Khan

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) CEO Wasim has asked the reason from the board for not playing Tests in Pakistan.

19 Dec 2019 1:29 PM

Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy said the club are not scared to sell playmaker Christian Eriksen to a Premier League rival in the January transfer window. (Photo:AFP)

Tottenham Hotspur not afraid to sell Christian Eriksen to PL rivals: Chairman Levy

Eriksen said he wanted to take on a new challenge in July and can enter negotiations for a free transfer with foreign clubs from Jan. 1.

19 Dec 2019 1:17 PM

'We are being detained,' CPI general Secretary D Raja told reporters. (Photo: Twitter | @Bipin_Rajmp)

Anti-CAA protest: Left leaders detained at Mandi House

Scores of agitators were detained at the Red Fort where another protest by students and activists was set to begin.

19 Dec 2019 1:09 PM

Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) of Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) appointed Bantu Singh as the Chairman of the senior selection committee on Wednesday. (Photo: DDCA website)

Bantoo Singh appointed as Chairman of DDCA's senior selection committee

The CAC also approved the formation of the junior selection committee and designated Ashu Dani as its Chairman.

19 Dec 2019 1:06 PM

IBM may not necessarily end up making a product using the design, IBM's head of research said.

IBM's new battery design taps seawater as alternative mineral source

The expansion of the electric vehicle market is expected to cause shortages of the mineral mainly found in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

19 Dec 2019 1:06 PM

Ahead of the upcoming second Test against Pakistan, Sri Lanka skipper Dimuth Karunaratne on Wednesday said that he regrets not touring Pakistan for the limited-overs series earlier this year. (Photo:AFP)

Regret not coming to Pakistan for playing ODI, T20I: SL captain Dimuth Karunaratne

Sri Lanka is currently playing against Pakistan in Pakistan. The first match of the series had ended as a draw.

19 Dec 2019 1:02 PM

The broader Nifty advanced 39.60 points to hit its all-time (intra-day) high of 12,261.25.

Sensex, Nifty hit fresh record peaks

Equity benchmark BSE Sensex jumped 140 points to hit its lifetime high of 41,698.43.

19 Dec 2019 1:01 PM

After the El Clasico match between Barcelona and Real Madrid ended as a goalless draw, protesters clashed with police outside the Camp Nou. (Photo: AFP)

El Clasico turns violent as police and fans clash outside Camp Nou

Clashes began between police and protesters outside the ground as demonstrations continued surrounding the Catalan separatist movement.

19 Dec 2019 12:56 PM

Multiple specific sleep disorders are also age-related, including obstructive sleep apnoea, periodic leg movements during sleep, rapid eye movement sleep behaviour, and change in the normal sleep cycle. (Photo: ANI)

Menopause can cause disturbed night’s sleep

Menopause complicates good night's sleep: Study.

19 Dec 2019 12:53 PM

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