Technology, Mobiles tabs, 24th Oct 2018, News & Stories from India

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The scrip zoomed 10.79 per cent to end at Rs 316.75 on the BSE. (Photo: PTI)

Bharti Airtel shares soar nearly 11 pc, m-cap zooms Rs 12,332 cr

Company's market valuation rose sharply by Rs 12,332.65 crore to Rs 1,26,617.65 crore on the BSE.

24 Oct 2018 4:43 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Aerobic exercise could help treat depression

Supervised aerobic exercise can significantly support major depression treatment in mental health services.

24 Oct 2018 4:42 PM

The CVC also observed that the CBI director has been non-cooperative, non-compliant with the requirements/directions and has created willful obstructions in the functioning of the commission. (Photo: File)

Alok Verma did not cooperate with CVC, failed to produce records: Govt

Verma did not cooperate with the Central Vigilance Commission and defended its decision to send him on leave.

24 Oct 2018 4:30 PM

This Monday, October 22, 2018, photo shows from left the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and the iPhone XR in New York. The new XR phone has a larger display and loses the home button to make room for more screen. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

Apple offers a range of iPhones, from $450 to $1,100

For something cheaper, you’ll need to look at the iPhone history bin.

24 Oct 2018 4:27 PM

Company’s revenue grew 8.3 per cent to Rs 14,541 crore during the period under review from Rs 13,423.4 crore in the same quarter last year.

Wipro Q2 net profit drops 14 per cent to Rs 1,889 crore

The net profit, attributable to shareholders, in the year-ago period was at Rs 2,191.8 crore.

24 Oct 2018 4:21 PM

The broader NSE Nifty too recovered by 77.95 points, or 0.77 per cent, at 10.224.75.

Sensex rebounds 187 points on easing crude prices, recovery in rupee

Sensex quickly reclaimed the 34,000-mark to scale the session's high of 34,300.97.

24 Oct 2018 4:07 PM

The Thunder Pro is priced in India at Rs 2,999 and is the higher end model of the two.

Toreto introduces Thunder Pro and Explosive Pro wireless headphones

These stylish headphones are offer extra bass and come with a starting price of Rs 2,299.

24 Oct 2018 4:01 PM

People's judgement influenced by their preferences

Here is what a new study has found.

24 Oct 2018 3:55 PM

Jamal Khashoggi – a fierce critic of Saudi’s human rights violations and of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s policies – disappeared after entering Saudi consulate in Istanbul on October 2 to complete the required paperwork for his marriage. (Photo: AFP | File)

Body parts of murdered journalist found in Saudi official's home: report

Reports say Khashoggi, the 59-year-old Washington Post contributor’s body had been 'cut up' and his face 'disfigured'.

24 Oct 2018 3:08 PM

'Prime Minister's message is very clear that whoever comes near Rafale (issue) will be removed, wiped out,' Rahul Gandhi charged. (Photo: File | PTI)

CBI chief Verma removed as he wanted to probe Rafale deal: Rahul

CBI Director Verma and Special Director Rakesh Asthana have been 'divested of all powers' amid an ongoing spat between them.

24 Oct 2018 2:54 PM

The Duchess of Cambridge channelled old school Hollywood glamour in a flattering blue gown by her favourite designer Alexander McQueen. (Photo: Twitter Screengrab/ @KensingtonRoyal )

Kate glitters in Diana's diamond tiara at lbanquet held in honour of Dutch royals

The Duchess of Cambridge wore the tiara at the reception held to honour King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands

24 Oct 2018 2:51 PM

India is transporting more data through its telecom networks than data transported by networks of US and China put together.

Fibre infra must for unleashing full potential of 5G: Trai chief

Advocating PPP model for creating common shared infrastructure at reduced costs, says Trai chief.

24 Oct 2018 2:51 PM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee renamed the CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation) as the 'BJP Bureau of Investigation'. (Photo: File | Asian Age)

CBI has become BJP Bureau of Investigation: Mamata Banerjee

'CBI has now become so called BBI (BJP Bureau of Investigation) -- very unfortunate!' Mamata Banerjee tweeted.

24 Oct 2018 2:45 PM

Prolactin is a hormone that makes a woman’s body produce breast milk (Photo: AFP)

Hormone kit that will allow men to breastfeed may be available in 5 years

The product is seen as an empathy tool which can enable men to help and support their partners who struggle to breastfeed.

24 Oct 2018 2:45 PM

Gold prices in overseas markets rose 0.11 per cent to USD 1,232.20 an ounce in Singpore.

Gold hits year's high of Rs 32,500 on festive buying, global cues

In the national capital, gold of 99.9 per cent and 99.5 per cent purity advanced by Rs 150 each.

24 Oct 2018 2:41 PM

The findings of the report come at a time when the domestic currency is witnessing a rough period. (Photo: Representational/PTI)

Exchange rate movements raise vulnerability of emerging mkt firms: report

Foreign currency borrowing helps emerging market economies to tap diverse funding sources.

24 Oct 2018 2:35 PM

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan had criticised Sabarimala temple head priest and Pandalam Royal family on Tuesday. (Photo: File)

Sabarimala temple board not to file report in SC on prevailing situation

Travancore Devaswom Board also said filing review petition against top court verdict right now has no relevance.

24 Oct 2018 2:33 PM

The 14-year old girl, a school dropout was sexually assaulted by the boy from Kudithangi last week, police said. (Representational Image)

5 held for sexually assaulting, branding 14-yr-old TN girl with iron rod

Two men who accused the girl of stealing their mobile phone, tied her up to a tree and assaulted her.

24 Oct 2018 2:19 PM

Self-proclaimed sufferers of dysania, also known as clinomania, insist the disorder is very real - despite it not being recognised.

Struggling to get out of bed in morning is medical condition, could be sign of something serious

Condition, known as dysania, the disorder - which is not medically recognised - is defined by having trouble getting up in the morning.

24 Oct 2018 2:18 PM

Opposition parties on Wednesday slammed the government for CBI Director Alok Verma's removal amid an escalating feud between him and his deputy Rakesh Asthana. (Photo: File | AP)

Panic move, shoddy cover up: Oppn attacks govt after CBI chief, no. 2 sent on leave

There was no immediate comment either from the government or the ruling BJP on the allegations levelled by opposition parties.

24 Oct 2018 1:54 PM

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