Technology, Mobiles tabs, 27th Aug 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 27 Aug 2019

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 27 Aug 2019

Mike Hesson, a former New Zealand coach was pipped by incumbent Ravi Shastri for the job of India coach and he congratulated the former India all-rounder. (Photo:AFP)

Simon Katich is best suited for RCB's head coach role says Mike Hesson

RCB has failed to win the coveted IPL title even once. The team has failed to make it to the play-offs in the last three seasons.

27 Aug 2019 11:04 PM

The high court noted that issuance of caste certificate based on the father's caste was not without exceptions and that a surname was not the sole criteria for determining a person's case. (Photo: File)

Senior woman IAF officer's plea for caste certificate for kids dismissed by Delhi HC

The court said that office orders would not come in the way of issuing certificates to children.

27 Aug 2019 10:36 PM

The 2016 Olympic silver-medallist, who out-played Japan's Nozomi Okuhara 21-7 21-7 in a lop-sided final of the big event in Basel, Switzerland on Sunday, was mobbed at the airport after she touched down with national coach Pullela Gopichand by her side on Monday night here. (Photo: PTI)

World champion PV Sindhu returns, feels elated with win

Within a few hours of that, the 24-year-old had breakfast with sports minister Kiren Rijjiju followed by a meeting with Modi.

27 Aug 2019 10:31 PM

Congress pet project Indira Canteens on the verge of closure

Siddaramaiah, who had launched the project, warned that he will protest vehemently if the canteens were closed.

27 Aug 2019 10:27 PM

Chinmayanand's lawyer has dismissed the allegations, calling them an attempt to extort the former MP, who was once union minister for Internal Security. (Photo: File)

Case against ex-BJP MP Chinmayanand after student goes missing

BJP leader Chinmayanand has been booked under Indian Penal Code sections related to kidnapping and criminal intimidation.

27 Aug 2019 10:03 PM

Cantona played 45 times for France but retired before the 1998 World Cup triumph. (Photo: AFP)

Eric Cantona to be honoured with UEFA President's Award

Cantona is the third Manchester United player to receive the award after Bobby Charlton in 2008 and David Beckham last year.

27 Aug 2019 10:00 PM

In its suspension letter, the DGCA said that the pilot "accepted his mistake" and explained that the incident occurred due to "error of judgment based on presumption and inadequate monitoring of ATC instructions." (Photo: PTI/Representational)

SpiceJet pilot suspended for 6 months for runway incursion

A show-cause notice was issued to the pilot on August 22 giving him a time period of 15 days.

27 Aug 2019 9:36 PM

All-rounder Ben Stokes’ unbeaten 135 at Headingley on Sunday helped the hosts chase down a record target of 359 in dramatic fashion and level the five-match series at 1-1. (Photo:AFP)

Ben Stokes' life will change forever: Ian Botham

The 28-year-old’s epic knock evoked memories of Botham’s famous unbeaten century on the same ground in 1981.

27 Aug 2019 9:33 PM

SC to hear batch of pleas on scrapping of Article 370, related issues on Wednesday

All the matters relating to Article 370 and subsequent developments are listed for hearing before a bench headed by Chief Justice Gogoi.

27 Aug 2019 9:31 PM

‘The Government is in a position to intimidate any authority, any institution and here there is obliging, pliant RBI Governor who has done what none of his predecessors was willing to do,’ said Sharma but without naming Shaktikanta Das. (Photo: ANI)

Congress slams RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, terms him as pliant

He said the decision of RBI was ‘a confirmation of what the party had been forewarning about the state of the economy.’

27 Aug 2019 9:19 PM

This is Jaishankar's first visit to the Russian capital after assuming office in May, during which he will also co-chair the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission - Technical and Economic Cooperation. (Photo: ANI)

Jaishankar to meet Russian counterpart in Moscow tomorrow

Modi will be the chief guest at the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Vladivostok which will be held from September 4 to 6.

27 Aug 2019 9:18 PM

‘India is a young nation with a median age of 27.6 years. We will have the largest working population during 2022-2034. We have adapted global standards of skilling to strengthen the young workforce with competent skills,’ Mahendra Nath Pandey said. (Photo: ANI)

World can leverage from India's demographic dividend: Union Minister Mahendra Nath Pandey

He also commented that it was critical for govt, industry to come together to turn skilling into a ladder for economic growth for all.

27 Aug 2019 9:13 PM

‘After landing, inspection was carried out by engineering team who confirmed that engine functionalities and parameters were fine,’ the statement read. (Photo: Representational)

IndiGo flight makes emergency landing because of signs of smoke in cockpit

According to official statement, smoke broke out in cockpit due to malfunctioning of air conditioning system's exhaust fan.

27 Aug 2019 9:08 PM

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi speaking to reporters in Hyderabad. (Photo: ANI)

It's wrong on part of RBI to transfer surplus funds to Centre: Asasuddin Owaisi

'This is a new method by the Narendra Modi government to finance the fiscal deficit which is ingenious and wrong,' he said.

27 Aug 2019 8:47 PM

One of India's greatest wicket-keepers, Syed Kirmani, feels that Bengal veteran Wriddhiman Saha deserves to play the second Test against the West Indies instead of Rishabh Pant. (Photo:AFP)

Syed Kirmani feels Wriddhiman Saha should be included in playing XI than Rishabh Pant

Pant's short career has been inconsistent at best especially his indiscreet shot selection during World Cup and the West Indies tour.

27 Aug 2019 8:32 PM

Jack Leach put his cult hero status down to looking like a 'village cricketer' after his key supporting role enabled Ben Stokes to steer England to a staggering victory in the third Ashes Test. England were 286-9, still needing 73 more runs to reach a victory target of 359 when last man Leach walked out to bat at Headingley on Sunday. (Photo:AFP)

'Village man-cum-cricketer' Jack Leach becomes Ashes hero

The 28-year-old said his careful cleaning routine was simply about removing condensation.

27 Aug 2019 8:03 PM

Pak PM Imran Khan considering complete closure of airspace to India

A Pak minister tweeted, 'complete ban on use of Pak land routes for Indian trade to Afghanistan was also suggested in cabinet.'

27 Aug 2019 8:00 PM

Earlier today, the lawmaker wrote letters to Union Ministers Narendra Singh Tomar, Harsh Vardhan and Nitin Gadkari seeking help to rehabilitate flood-hit Wayanad. (Photo: ANI)

Extend compensation to flood victims in Wayanad: Rahul Gandhi to Centre, Kerala govt

Gandhi is on a three-day visit to Wayanad to meet locals and Congress leaders.

27 Aug 2019 7:39 PM

Referring to the economic slowdown, the Congress leader said the situation in the country is above politics. (Photo: ANI)

'Company Raj': Priyanka Gandhi slams BJP for privatisation of MCF in Raebareli

I have seen advertisements in newspapers by the unions of tea estates and mill associations,' Gandhi said.

27 Aug 2019 7:31 PM

Former captain Misbah-ul-Haq Tuesday emerged as the favourite to take over as Pakistan's cricket coach after Mickey Arthur was axed following a disappointing World Cup. (Photo:AFP)

Misbah-ul-Haq first in line for Pakistan cricket team's head coach

Misbah has stepped down from the Pakistan Cricket Board's executive committee to clear the way for his application.