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

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 24 Aug 2019

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Housing finance companies would get up to Rs 30,000 crore with a view to revive the real estate sector.

Govt announces raft of measures to boost economy; more steps on anvil

The government has set fiscal deficit target of 3.3 per cent of the GDP for the current fiscal.

24 Aug 2019 12:03 PM

'I will react to Sidharamaiah's allegations at an appropriate time, now it is not the right time to react. The political scenario is not right at this point in time. It is time for all secular parties to fight united. Talks of breaking political relationships are not correct,' Kumaraswamy tweeted in Kannada. (Photo: File | PTI)

'Will respond to Siddaramaiah at an appropriate time,' says HD Kumaraswamy

The retaliation from JDS leader Kumaraswamy came hours after Siddaramaiah blamed HD Deve Gowda and his sons

24 Aug 2019 12:00 PM

This major change in the lingerie business has also resulted in startups increasingly pivoting to the athletic sports bras. (Photo: ANI)

Popularity of sports bras catapulting lingerie sales

Comfort of sports bras taking over lingerie business!

24 Aug 2019 11:57 AM

Kiran Khabad's motivational journey to achieving success!

Kiran has devoted his existence to complete the journey started by his father towards the goal of public welfare.

24 Aug 2019 11:52 AM

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday attended the passing out parade of IPS probationers at National Police Academy in Hyderabad. (Photo: ANI)

Amit Shah says, 'Under PM's leadership Sadar Patel's dream was fulfilled'

Amit Shah attends passing out parade of IPS probationers at National Police Academy.

24 Aug 2019 11:40 AM

Michael Lotief's successful journey is an inspiration for many

Michael Lotief believes cancer made him stronger as he built the attitude of never giving up and standing strong on toughest days.

24 Aug 2019 11:34 AM

Nagal came into the US Open qualifiers confident, backed by terrific results during the clay court season. (Photo: Twitter)

Sumit Nagal qualifies for US Open main draw, to face Roger Federer in 1st round

The 22-year-old Indian has become only the fifth Indian player to feature in a Grand Slam singles main draw in this decade.

24 Aug 2019 11:29 AM

Here's how Ranveer Singh surprised his fan!

The Bollywood heartthrob recently did something exceptionally endearing and made a fan's dream come true.

24 Aug 2019 11:25 AM

It’s much simpler to give people one medication that manages a couple of risk factors at the same time. (Photo: AP)

This 4-in-1 pill can prevent heart problems

Cheap combo pill cuts heart, stroke risks, study finds.

24 Aug 2019 11:20 AM

NRAI thanked aggregators such as Dineout, Eazydiner, Magicpin and Nearbuy for rejigging their features to eradicate the deep discounting epidemic.

Food feud: NRAI slams Zomato for logging out of talks

Zomato has decided to cut all ties by saying that it is logging out of the restaurants' #logout campaign.

24 Aug 2019 11:18 AM

The design of the upcoming iPad Pro models will remain the same.

Upcoming iPad Pro to come with beastly specs

Apple’s next generation iPad will come with triple rear shooters like the iPhone 11.

24 Aug 2019 11:15 AM

The Bombay high court had fixed the height of human pyramids to be not more than 20 feet. (Photo: ANI)

Safety takes priority in Mumbai’s Dahi Handi celebrations

As Mumbai gears for Dahi Handi, safety also a concern for organisers, participants.

24 Aug 2019 11:12 AM

Gangwal and his affiliates hold around 37 per cent stake in InterGlobe Aviation, while Bhatia's group owns nearly 38 per cent shareholding.

IndiGo board has approved new policy on related-party transactions: Gangwal

Gangwal said the board has now approved a new related-party transaction policy and to also close an open issue.

24 Aug 2019 11:11 AM

: Joe Biden pondered a most serious, and awkward, question at a campaign stop Friday: What if Barack Obama had been assassinated during his presidential campaign in 2008? (Photo: AP)

'What if Barack Obama had been assassinated': Ex-US vice president at campaign rally

Biden’s two appearances Friday included several other problematic comments as he riffed to the crowd.

24 Aug 2019 11:11 AM

In order to improve market access for the domestic retail investors, Aadhaar-based KYC will be permitted for opening of demat account and making investment in mutual funds.

Govt to allow Aadhaar-based KYC for retail investors

The government said the Depository Receipt Scheme 2014 is expected to be operationalised soon by Sebi.

24 Aug 2019 11:04 AM

Fire breaks out at cricketer Sreesanth's residence in Kerala

Sreesanth's wife, children and two house help were home on the first floor when the fire broke out.

24 Aug 2019 11:03 AM

'Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrators on Friday night (local time) formed human chains across large parts of the city in a call for direct elections in a display that recalled a major anti-Soviet demonstration from 30 years ago. (Photo: ANI)

Hong Kong protesters form human chain across city 30 years after ‘Baltic Way’

Avoiding the fate of the Soviet Union has been a preoccupation of the Chinese leader, Xi Jinping, and other Chinese officials.

24 Aug 2019 10:40 AM

West operated on the dark web under the alias of “Courvoisier,” the Metropolitan Police said.

Hacker must obey USD 1 million confiscation order or spend extra 4 years in prison

The Metropolitan Police said West used phishing emails in attacks on more than 100 companies worldwide.

24 Aug 2019 10:37 AM

Likee's constant endeavour is to innovate, both technologically and user engagement wise, to make the platform more valuable for the Indian youth.

Likee creates Guinness World Record for its Independence Day campaign

, Indians created more than 2.5 lakh videos which garnered more than 225.3 million views.

24 Aug 2019 10:31 AM

Bumrah achieved the feat against West Indies on day two of the ongoing first Test match at Antigua. (Photo: AP)

Jasprit Bumrah becomes fastest Indian to scalp 50 Test wickets

Bumrah dismissed Darren Bravo in the 30th over of the Windies innings to register his 50th Test wicket.

24 Aug 2019 10:30 AM

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