Technology, Mobiles tabs, 25th Apr 2018, News & Stories from India

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Police in the eastern city of Gujarat launched an investigation earlier this week into the death of Sana Cheema -- of Pakistani origin and believed to have been in her mid-twenties -- after allegations she had been murdered went viral online. (Photo: AFP)

After reports of honour killing, Pak Police digs out Italian national's remains

'After news of her death spread on social media, police found the family and started an investigation,' said police officer Waqar Gujjar.

25 Apr 2018 5:46 PM

Richa Chadha during 'Daas Dev' interviews.

We still carry a sexist mindset, says Daas Dev actress Richa Chadha

Right from Oye Lucky Lucky Oye!, Richa set the tone of her film choices, and she has successfully maintained it.

25 Apr 2018 5:42 PM

The Zenfone Max Pro M1 is a recommendable option for those who are willing to seek a no-nonsense smartphone for a pocket-friendly deal.

ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M1 review: The Xiaomi killer arrives

The Zenfone Max Pro M1 is a culmination of the all the essential elements that make a highly recommendable midrange smartphone in 2018.

25 Apr 2018 5:32 PM

It comes at a time when Beijing is tightening its grip on semi-autonomous Hong Kong. Opposition figures said the new plan was another way to 'mainlandise' the city. (Photo: AFP | Representational)

Plans to make 'Hong Kong' town in China's mainland triggers backlash

The proposal of making a commuter town for people of Hong Kong to solve housing crisis was turned down.

25 Apr 2018 5:27 PM

Adults not as safe from pneumonia as previously thought

Since pneumonia is a major cause of death for older adults, it is important for healthcare providers to understand the links.

25 Apr 2018 5:19 PM

The virtually blind rape and murder case of the girl had become a political rallying point in poll-bound Himachal Pradesh when the body of the girl was found in the forests of Kotkhai area in July 2017. (Photo: File)

CBI cracks 9-month-old Kotkhai rape, 25-yr-old held post-DNA test

The suspect is a Himachal Pradesh resident but was from a different area and was in hiding after crime, CBI officials said.

25 Apr 2018 5:19 PM

The Civil Aviation Ministry could have a relook into the draft citizen charter that has proposed to increase compensation to Rs 20,000 for passengers who miss connecting flights due to cancellation or delays.

Civil Aviation could have a re-look into draft citizen charter

The charter has also proposed abolishing penalties on ticket modifications done within 24 hours of booking.

25 Apr 2018 5:11 PM

Sushma Swaraj also shared in her speech that she will attend a birth centenary of a 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche who happened to be India's ambassador to Mongolia. (Photo: ANI)

Not only India's strategic partner, also spiritual neighbour: Sushma Swaraj on Mongolia

At the 6th Joint Committee for Cooperation, Swaraj said, 'Mongolia is well known in India for valour of her kings, her Buddist heritage.'

25 Apr 2018 4:59 PM

Metabolically healthy obesity is not a stable or reliable indicator of future risk for cardiovascular disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here is why healthily obese people would want to slim down

Metabolic syndrome includes those risk factors - high blood pressure, high blood sugar, unhealthy cholesterol levels and abdominal fat.

25 Apr 2018 4:57 PM

A daily dose of baking soda can do wonders!

A daily dose of baking soda may help reduce the destructive inflammation of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.

25 Apr 2018 4:52 PM

Two of Ghulam Nabi Patel's Personal Security Officers were also injured in the shootout.(Photo: ANI/Twitter)

J&K: Former PDP leader Ghulam Nabi Patel shot dead by terrorists

Gunmen believed to be separatist militants shot Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Patel at main square of Rajpora.

25 Apr 2018 4:45 PM

Local media reports say that the cat was intentionally thrown from the ninth-floor window by its drunk owner. (Youtube Screengrab: DailyMail)

Cat survives nine-storey fall, lands on its feet, literally!

Local police are currently investigating the issue, however no arrests have been made so far.

25 Apr 2018 4:43 PM

VIrat Kohli-led India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan on June 16 at Old Trafford in one of the much-awaited clashes of the ICC Cricket World Cup in England next year. (Photo: AP)

ICC World Cup 2019: India to lock horns with Pakistan on June 16

The upcoming tournament will consist of 10 teams, with each team playing the other once.

25 Apr 2018 4:39 PM

The attack came the same day as a meeting in Kabul to discuss how to safeguard journalists. The UN mission in Afghanistan issued a statement condemning the killing. (Photo: File | Representational)

Afghan media safety in question as gunmen shoot journo dead on way to work

Abdul Manan Arghand, who worked for Kabul News TV, was shot by gunmen as he was driving his car, police spokesman Zia Durani said.

25 Apr 2018 4:38 PM

Reserve Bank of India is expected to hike key policy rates by 25 basis points in June, largely on account of sharp increase in crude oil prices over the last few months, says a Deutsche Bank Research report.

Reserve Bank of India to hike rates in June policy: report

Largely on account of sharp increase in crude oil prices over the last few months.

25 Apr 2018 4:34 PM

Company’s total income was down 4.9 per cent at Rs 14,304.6 crore in the fourth quarter of last fiscal, compared to Rs 15,045.5 crore.

Wipro Q4 net profit falls over 20 per cent to Rs 1,800 crore

Wipro's profit fell 6 pc to Rs 8,003.1 crore, while total income dipped 1.7 pc to Rs 57,035.8 crore over 2016-17.

25 Apr 2018 4:34 PM

Anmol Ambani, the eldest son of Reliance group chairman Anil Ambani, has been appointed on the boards of Reliance Nippon Life Asset Management (RNAM) and Reliance Home Finance (RHF).

Anil Ambani's son Anmol enters boards of RHF and RNAM

Anmol Ambani, 26, is currently the Executive Director of Reliance Capital.

25 Apr 2018 4:27 PM

Researchers found that higher level of physical activity protected from future depression in children, adults and older adults globally. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercise may lower risk of depression: study

The evidence is clear that people that are more active have a lesser risk of developing depression.

25 Apr 2018 4:26 PM

Rudskoi did not specify the type of weapons, but his remarks follow reports in the Russian media that Moscow is considering selling its S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Syria. (Photo: AP | Representational)

Russia hints at providing advanced air defence systems to Syria

Col Gen Sergei Rudskoi said in a statement on Wednesday that Russia will supply Syria with 'new missile defence systems soon.'

25 Apr 2018 4:22 PM

The smartphone comes in five colour variants — Red, Gold, Rose Gold, Blue, and Black.

Xiaomi Mi 6X launched with AI-based dual rear cameras in China

The Mi 6X is the successor to Mi 5X which was unveiled in India as Mi A1 with stock Android UI.

25 Apr 2018 4:21 PM

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