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

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 24 Dec 2018

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Union Minister Suresh Prabhu. (Photo: PTI)

Preparing incentive package for exporters to address their woes: Prabhu

India's exports grew by a meagre 0.80 per cent to USD 26.5 billion in November.

24 Dec 2018 3:21 PM

Globally, gold rose 0.51 per cent to USD 1,263 an ounce and silver by 0.41 per cent, to USD 14.76 an ounce in New York.

Gold firms up on global cues, jewellers' buying

Gold is trading at Rs 32,275 per 10 gram at the bullion market on the back of positive global cues.

24 Dec 2018 2:30 PM

Trump appeared to be elaborating on a phone call he had earlier with Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. (Photo: File)

Turkey's Erdogan assured he will eradicate ISIS left in Syria, says Trump

US President Donald Trump added that President Erdogan 'is a man who can do it.'

24 Dec 2018 2:27 PM

The tsunami that hit the coasts of Indonesian islands along the Sunda Strait was not big but it was destructive. The waves smashed onto beaches in the darkness Saturday night without warning, ripping houses and hotels from their foundations in seconds and sweeping terrified concertgoers into the sea. (Photo: AP)

No time to run: Killer tsunami hit Indonesia beach without warning

Indonesia is one of most disaster-prone nations due to its position straddling 'Pacific Ring of Fire', where tectonic plates collide.

24 Dec 2018 2:21 PM

Nutrition experts say that breaking carb cravings is not about getting rid of carbs entirely but rather cutting back on highly processed fast-acting carbs.

Elect right carbs for a healthy diet

Carbohydrates are a key to regulating blood sugar and providing energy throughout our bodies.

24 Dec 2018 1:52 PM

Swift sold 22,191 units last month as against 13,337 units in the year-ago.

Maruti Swift tops best-selling PV model list in Nov, Hyundai Santro at 10th spot

Hyundai Motor India Ltd's (HMIL) premium hatchback Elite i20 sold 10,555 units in November coming at seventh position.

24 Dec 2018 1:49 PM

'The truth is people of this country irrespective of their caste or religion have the freedom to express their views,' Union minister Prakash Javadekar said. (Photo: File | Twitter | @BJP4India)

'Insecure mentality': Javadekar on Naseeruddin Shah remark on Bulandshahr

Naseeruddin Shah recently commented on Bulandshahr violence incident.

24 Dec 2018 1:42 PM

Demanding special status for his state, Andhra Chandrababu Naidu held 'Dharma Porata Deeksha' (struggle for justice) protest against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre, at Srikakulam town on Saturday. (Photo: File)

BJP is more dangerous than Congress, says Chandrababu Naidu

The Chief Minister asserted that he will not stop until justice is done to the state of Andhra Pradesh.

24 Dec 2018 1:40 PM

Army personnel guarding the LoC retaliated sharply to the ceasefire violation. (Representational Image)

Pak troops violate ceasefire in J&K’s Rajouri, target forward posts along LoC

Firing from across border started in Keri, Lam, Pukharni and Peer Badaser areas of Noushera sector around 9:30 am.

24 Dec 2018 1:34 PM

The woman was admitted to AIIMS in Rishikesh with 70 to 80 per cent burns. She was flown to Delhi in an air ambulance on Wednesday and admitted to burns ward at Safdarjung Hospital. (Representational Image)

18-year-old dies after stalker sets her on fire, mother suffers heart attack

The accused, 31-year-old taxi driver, attacked the woman when she was returning from college on December 16 in Rishikesh.

24 Dec 2018 1:22 PM

AUM of the industry rose by 13 per cent to Rs 24 lakh crore in 2018.

MFs add Rs 3 lakh-cr to assets base in 2018, eyes more traction in new year

The industry had seen a surge of 32 per cent in the AUM or an addition of over Rs 5.4 lakh crore in 2017.

24 Dec 2018 1:12 PM

The best gift that one can give is the gift of good health.

Here’s how you can spread some Christmas cheer

From serving up healthy treats, to thoughtful gifting and cooking delicacies, here are ways to rock Christmas.

24 Dec 2018 1:10 PM

Men are more sensitive and fragile, says Jennifer Lopez

The pop diva said strong and assertive females have to ''tiptoe'' around their male counterparts.

24 Dec 2018 1:10 PM

BJP president Amit Shah addresses party booth in-charges in Delhi. (Photo: Twitter | @AmitShah)

BJP to form WhatsApp groups, link members with national leadership

The booth in-charges were told to study causes of BJP's defeat in previous years and ensure contact with all the voters in their booth.

24 Dec 2018 1:00 PM

Sonam Kapoor pens heartfelt note on dad Anil's 62nd birthday

Sonam took to social media to share a picture from the sets of 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga'.

24 Dec 2018 12:54 PM

GST standard rate to be fixed between 12-18 pc as revenues increase: Jaitley

The GST Council in its last meeting cut rates on 23 items, thereby trimming the 28 per cent slab.

24 Dec 2018 12:44 PM

Exuding confidence about the BJP forming government after the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, he said, 'The people of the three states in which BJP lost the recent Assembly elections by slight margin will definitely vote for BJP in Lok Sabha.' (Photo: File)

If BJP govt doesn't back off, Ram temple can be built tomorrow: Subramanian Swamy

Swamy further asserted that Ram temple would be built before the Lok Sabha elections 2019.

24 Dec 2018 12:36 PM

Gujaratis prefers the online media while choosing their life partners.

Most Gujaratis find their life partners on matrimonial sites, says study

Interesting fact is more than 50 per cent registration are done by themselves.

24 Dec 2018 12:36 PM

The accident took place on the Rohtak-Rewari highway. (Photo: ANI)

8 people killed after 50-vehicle pile-up due to dense fog in Haryana

Six women were among the eight killed in the accident at Rohtak-Rewari highway.

24 Dec 2018 12:28 PM

An official of the apex court registry said it has received an appeal from the BJP against the high court division bench's order. (Photo: File)

BJP moves SC against Calcutta HC order not allowing rath yatra in WB

The rallies were supposed to be launched from three different locations in the state, crisscrossing it before converging in Kolkata.

24 Dec 2018 12:24 PM

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