Technology, Mobiles tabs, 27th May 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 27 May 2018

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'Dear Rahul Gandhi, we do not know how many times irony dies when a failed dynast like you gives marks to a performing government. Here is a compilation of all the glories you have brought to your party,' the BJP said in a tweet. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

BJP calls Rahul 'failed dynast'; cites political drubbing under his leadership

BJP tagged visual recording of the poll losses of Congress since Gandhi was elevated as the party president in 2017.

27 May 2018 1:28 PM

The Central Railway introduced this superfast special train to manage extra rush of passengers. (Representational Image)

Superfast special train introduced from Pune to Hazrat Nizamuddin

Bookings will be open on May 27 at all PRS centers and the website www.irctc.co.in.

27 May 2018 1:27 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Monument honours famous WWI war dog Stubby

His story was the subject of a major animated movie last month, "Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero."

27 May 2018 1:10 PM

Ayyub is an independent journalist and writer whose work has included investigations into alleged crimes committed by public and government officials. (Photo: Facebook)

UN experts ask govt to protect journalist Rana Ayyub from online threats

'We are highly concerned that life of Rana Ayyub is at serious risk following these graphic and disturbing threats,' said the UN experts.

27 May 2018 1:02 PM

There are nearly 17 lakh voters in Kairana constituency with a significant number of Muslims, Jats and Dalit voters. (Photo: PTI)

BJP to face united opposition in Kairana bypolls in Uttar Pradesh

Kairana constituency has virtually assumed dimension of a strategic player in the run up to the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

27 May 2018 12:54 PM

Kumar, the JD(U) national president, had come out in support of the demonetisation measure, when he was in the Grand Alliance comprising the RJD and the Congress.(Photo: PTI)

Banks did not implement demonetisation properly: Nitish Kumar

'Banks are so strict in recovering amounts lent to small-scale borrowers. Why not same strictness in case of big defaulters?' Kumar said.

27 May 2018 12:52 PM

The fourth meeting of the Niti Aayog's Governing Council will be held on June 16 and deliberate on the development agenda for 'New India 2022', vice chairman of the think tank Rajiv Kumar said on Sunday.

NITI Aayog's Governing Council to meet on June 16

Prime Minister Narendra Modi may also discuss plans for celebrations to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

27 May 2018 12:48 PM

Self-drive holidays are gaining popularity and are expected to grow 35 per cent annually, giving people freedom to explore offbeat destinations, say experts.

Self-drive travel segment to grow by up to 35 pc, say experts

Initially, a lot of youngsters opt self-drive within the country and then graduate to longer holidays overseas.

27 May 2018 12:35 PM

The AI can not only turn whistling, but theoretically can convert music in one style or genre into any other on its own. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)

Facebook AI turns meaningless whistling into melodious tune

The social network has developed an AI that can turn simple whistling into musical masterpieces.

27 May 2018 12:31 PM

CII on Sunday said businesses across several key sectors are seeing firm growth in sales and orders.

Economy on recovery path, investments likely to pick up: CII

Sectors like consumer non-durables, two-wheelers and tractors are witnessing strong rural consumption.

27 May 2018 12:22 PM

Toyota plans to increase local content of Baleno and Vitara Brezza models which it will receive from compatriot Suzuki for selling in India.

Toyota to enhance localisation in Vitara Brezza and Baleno

Suzuki agreed to supply premium hatchback Baleno and compact SUV Vitara Brezza to Toyota.

27 May 2018 12:13 PM

In a recent interview, Dorsey revealed that he does not use a laptop and does everything from his phone, Mashable reported. (Photo: AP)

I don't have a laptop: Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey

Dorsey revealed this when he was asked about his own online security practices.

27 May 2018 12:09 PM

Royal Seat of the Kingdom of Dahomey from the early 19th century is pictured, on June 18, 2018 at the Quai Branly Museum-Jacques Chirac in Paris. (Photo: AFP)

Troubled exhibits: 5 disputed museum treasures

Some historic artefacts have caused bitter ownership spats between nations.

27 May 2018 12:06 PM

Pitching for inclusion of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, Union Minister Suresh Prabhu said the move will help cut the cost as airlines would get input tax credit.

Inclusion of ATF under GST to help airlines cut cost, says Prabhu

There is a demand from airlines for inclusion of Aviation Turbine Fuel in the new indirect tax regime.

27 May 2018 12:04 PM

FPIs net outflow at USD 4 billion in May

Foreign investors have pulled out a massive USD 4 billion (over Rs 26,700 crore) from capital markets so far this month.

27 May 2018 11:58 AM

Amazon confirmed the odd incidence took place but said Alexa mistook the conversation as commands and dismissed it as an instance of Alexa spying on users. (Photo: AP)

Amazon Alexa sends recorded private conversation to another user

An Amazon Echo device recorded a private conversation between a wife and her husband and sent the recording to an employee of the husband.

27 May 2018 11:53 AM

India's coal import fell by 9 per cent to 17.32 million tonnes (MT) in April on the back of ample supply of dry fuel from domestic sources.

India's coal import declines 9 per cent to 17.32 mn tonnes in April

Import demand from thermal power plants remained low due to ample supply from domestic sources.

27 May 2018 11:51 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, also travelled 6 kilometres in an open jeep on the 14-lane Delhi-Meerut Expressway. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

Cong always mocks govt’s steps taken for welfare of Dalits, says Modi

PM Modi will also dedicate the Eastern Peripheral Expressway (EPE), built at a cost of Rs 11,000 crore, to the nation.

27 May 2018 11:22 AM

The people in Thoothukudi are up in arms against the construction of a copper plant, claiming that it was polluting groundwater and hazardous for the environment. (Photo: ANI)

Sterlite protests: Section 144 lifted; normalcy restored, says administration

The District Collector said that normalcy has been restored in the district and no act of violence has been reported from past 24 hours.

27 May 2018 11:01 AM

In a photo taken on May 26, 2018 participants of the 'Seoul Drag Parade' march in the Itaewon district of Seoul. (Photo: AFP)

Rainbow flags and high heels: South Korea holds debut drag parade

While homosexuality is not illegal in South Korea, same-sex marriage is not recognised.

27 May 2018 10:57 AM

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