Technology, Mobiles tabs, 24th Apr 2019, News & Stories from India

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Samsung will spend 60 trillion won on production infrastructure and the rest on domestic R&D.

Samsung Elec to invest USD 9.6 billion annually in logic chips until 2030

Samsung has annually spent about as much as 10 trillion won in memory chips.

24 Apr 2019 12:56 PM

The reptiles seized include 2 Blue Tongue lizards and as many as 17 Singleback lizards. (Photo: Twitter @AusBorderForce)

Japanese woman arrested for smuggling 19 lizards in Australia

A Japanese woman appeared in court after she was detained at Melbourne International Airport for attempting to smuggle 19 lizards.

24 Apr 2019 12:49 PM

A Facebook spokesman said the company looks forward to collaborating with government, industry and safety experts on a clear framework of rules. (Photo: Pixabay)

Countries plan bid to tackle extremism on social media

This meeting presents an opportunity for an act of unity between governments and the tech companies.

24 Apr 2019 12:46 PM

It was a do-or-die battle for both the ruling CPI(M)-led LDF and opposition Congress-headed UDF in most of the 20 Lok Sabha seats this time in the state, known for its decades-long bipolar politics. (Photo: File)

Kerala witnesses heavy polling of 77.68 per cent votes; highest in 30 years

The strength of the electorate is 2.61 cr. It was in 1989 Parliamentary elections that Kerala had witnessed a polling of 79.3 per cent.

24 Apr 2019 12:46 PM

The death toll of the blasts has risen to 359 as confirmed by the official sources amongst which 11 are Indians. (Photo: AP)

Sri Lanka: 8 of 9 bombers identified, two millionaire brothers, 1 woman

It is interesting that a Sri Lankan family’s involvement is under discussion after ISIS has claimed the responsibility.

24 Apr 2019 12:43 PM

'De De Pyaar De' actor Rakul Preet is a 'shopaholic' and we have proof; find out

De De Pyaar De is helmed by Akiv Ali and also stars Ajay Devgn and Tabu in lead roles.

24 Apr 2019 12:38 PM

The lawyer, Utsav Singh Bains, has submitted a report in the Supreme Court regarding his claims that there was a conspiracy to frame the Chief Justice of India in a sexual harassment case. (Photo: File)

Supreme Court asks lawyer to prove CJI was ‘framed’ in sexual harassment case

SC directed that officers will meet judges in chamber at 12:30 pm and bench will reassemble to hear matter again at 3 pm.

24 Apr 2019 12:38 PM

Ming-Chi Quo states that the Cupertino-based smartphone manufacturer is looking for a second partner to supply 5G modems to them.

Apple’s dependence on Samsung continues

After display’s, Samsung is rumoured to supply Apple with 5G models for 2020 iPhones.

24 Apr 2019 12:37 PM

Trump lost 204,000, or 0.4 per cent, of his 53.4 million followers in July. (Photo:AFP)

Trump complained to Twitter CEO about lost followers: source

Trump suggested Twitter was biased against him.

24 Apr 2019 12:35 PM

Uttar Pradesh is witnessing elections in all seven phases from April 11 to May 19. (Photo:File)

Mayawati demands explanation on reservation from PM Modi

BSP Supremo Mayawati has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the count that he is misleading the nation on the issue of reservation.

24 Apr 2019 12:28 PM

Raj joined the Congress after meeting party president Rahul Gandhi after being denied a ticket from the BJP (Photo: ANI I twitter))

Changing loyalties: Disgruntled MP Udit Raj leaves BJP, joins Congress

Raj joined Cong after meeting Rahul Gandhi. He said he wouldn't be 'hurt' had BJP told him earlier that he would not be given a ticket.

24 Apr 2019 12:27 PM

Tesla has since said it will keep higher-volume stores open, while announcing a 3 per cent price increase on some models.

Tesla upgrades Model S, X cars, brings backs cheaper variants

The upgrades include a new drivetrain design and a new adaptive suspension system, increasing each vehicle’s driving range.

24 Apr 2019 12:25 PM

Indiabulls Real Estate posted a 95 per cent decline in its consolidated net profit at Rs 108.56 crore for the fourth quarter of the last fiscal as against Rs 2,181.13 crore in the year-ago period, according to a regulatory filing.

Indiabulls Real Estate to sell London asset to promoters for GBP 200 mn

The company's debt would be reduced to Rs 3,000 crore after this proposed deal with concludes.

24 Apr 2019 12:17 PM

The country is working on deploying a fibre-optic network to connect the entire country, and is moving ahead with a separate plan to install a submarine line with Asia.

Google completes subsea cable to Chile in global cloud push

Google has been investing heavily in technology infrastructure, especially in vital submarine cables connecting up its global network.

24 Apr 2019 12:15 PM

'It's a derby and all the times we play against United, the derbies are always special games and the players do their best for the fans and the club': Guardiola. (Photo: AFP)

'Old Trafford not scary anymore,' says Pep Guardiola before Manchester derby

Manchester City are currently placed at the second position in the Premier League standings with 86 points.

24 Apr 2019 12:15 PM

Satyajit Ray’s favourite dish: Beckty Meuniere. (Photo: Raajkutir)

Satyajit Ray’s favourite grilled Calcutta beckty

Savour the flavour of this nostalgic dish from the ‘City of Joy’.

24 Apr 2019 12:06 PM

The sex scene between Arya and Gendry (Joe Dempsie) was arguably one of the most shocking moments in another buildup episode of the HBO series' final season. (Photo: Instagram)

Maisie Williams reacts to fans' 'uncomfortable' reactions over her 'GOT' sex scene

Williams made light of the reactions Tuesday, saying her large family has 'probably watched' the scene too.

24 Apr 2019 12:04 PM

Solskjaer has often spoken at length of the need for his players to take personal pride in playing for one of the world's biggest club. (Photo: AFP)

'You cannot expect things to happen overnight': Solskjaer opens up on United's future

United take on City at Old Trafford on Wednesday, with 22 points behind the reigning champions and 24 adrift of leaders Liverpool.

24 Apr 2019 11:57 AM

The Meizu 16s comes with a Snapdragon 855 SoC and paired with either 6GB or 8GB of DDR4X RAM and the onboard storage featured here is 128GB or 256GB.

This flagship killer could dethrone the OnePlus 7

This Chinese smartphone giant has launched a new handset with a Super AMOLED display, SD 855 SoC and in-display fingerprint scanner.

24 Apr 2019 11:55 AM

Executives left the company in droves late last year after a widely panned redesign of Snapchat, and any uptick is a welcome sign Snap has stemmed user losses.

Snap restarts user growth with original shows, Android overhaul

The number of daily active Snapchat users rose to 190 million in the first quarter from 186 million in the prior period.

24 Apr 2019 11:53 AM

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