Technology, Mobiles tabs, 28th Aug 2017, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 28 Aug 2017

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 28 Aug 2017

On the afternoon on August 28th, India has pulled back all the trespassing personnel, equipment to the Indian side of the boundary, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said. (Photo: File)

China downplays India's disengagement agreement, says it's troops still in Doklam

China also remained silent on its plans to build a road, which sparked the prolonged standoff in the Doklam area near Sikkim.

28 Aug 2017 9:21 PM

The youngster had his genitals inside the electric blender and accidentally hit one of the appliance’s buttons, activating it. (Photo: Pixabay)

Teenager has sex with blender, manages to chop off genitals

Youngster from Missouri is taken to hospital after sexual experience involving kitchen appliance goes horribly wrong.

28 Aug 2017 9:00 PM

This is only one of the possible uses of what Agabi says is the world's first neurotechnology device developed by his Silicon Valley-based start-up Koniku and unveiled at the TEDGlobal conference in Tanzania Sunday.

In new leap for AI: computer chips that can smell

Nigerian neuroscientist Oshiorenoya Agabi may have found a way to solve one of life's puzzling dilemmas.

28 Aug 2017 8:44 PM

The BCG sought ICG’s help during the regional commanders-level meeting at ICG North East (NE) regional headquarters in New Town, Kolkata on Monday. (Photo: Deccan Chronicle)

B'desh Coast Guard seeks support from India for operation of hovercrafts

The BCG does not have any hovercraft, which is used for amphibious operation.

28 Aug 2017 8:40 PM

Real estate sector contributes a lot to the country's GDP and provides huge employment opportunities. (Photo: PTI)

Govt lends an ear to builders' demand for realty growth

Real estate developers have played an important part in implementation of this law in states.

28 Aug 2017 8:37 PM

As part of the partnership, Foodpanda would facilitate the Chuk range of products with partner restaurants.

Yash Papers partners Foodpanda for its tableware range

Yash Papers manufactures and supplies kraft packaging material to chains like McDonalds, KFC and Pizza Hut.

28 Aug 2017 8:31 PM

A bench comprising Justices SA Bobde and L Nageswara Rao directed that a medical board would be constituted at Mumbai-based Sir JJ Group of Hospitals to examine the minor girl and ascertain the condition and advisability of permitting abortion. (Photo: PTI/File)

13-yr-old rape survivor seeks pregnancy termination; SC sets up medical board

The minor girl's mother, through advocate Sneha Mukharjee, had moved the apex court seeking its permission to terminate the pregnancy.

28 Aug 2017 8:24 PM

The wireless charger will support the Qi 1.2 standard to aid fast wireless charging. (Image: iDropNews)

iPhone 8 to feature fast wireless charging

Leaks suggest that the iPhone 8 will feature a wireless 7.5W charger.

28 Aug 2017 8:23 PM

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden found that there was a higher occurrence of heart attacks in sub-zero temperatures.

Heart attacks more likely in winters, says study

According to researchers, lower temperatures act as an external trigger for the life threatening condition.

28 Aug 2017 8:10 PM

JSW Steel is planning to increase its manufacturing capacity to 40-45 million tonne by 2030 from the present 18 million tonne.

JSW Steel in talks with Cevital to acquire mill for $100 mn

JSW Steel may offer a financial consideration of USD 100 million to Cevital Group to acquire mill.

28 Aug 2017 8:08 PM

The focus with the Oreo update is on easy of use, with multi-windows, Picture-in-Picture and more.

What's new in Android TV Oreo update?

The latest version of Google’s operating system has graced the smart TVs of the world with a revamped interface.

28 Aug 2017 8:02 PM

Last date for comments is September 25 and that of counter-comments is October 3.

Trai seeks views on sale of 5G services spectrum, other bands

DoT has requested the Authority to provide its recommendations on applicable reserve price.

28 Aug 2017 8:02 PM

Science, indicate that people tend to favor a product that has more reviews, even when it has the same low rating as an alternative product.

Online user reviews can make you choose wrong products

When buying products online, people often rely on the ratings and reviews of others to choose.

28 Aug 2017 7:59 PM

Arguments began at the Sunaria jail around 2:30 pm where the prosecution demanded maximum punishment for Ram Rahim. (Photo: Facebook)

Ram Rahim sentenced to 20 years in jail for rape, fined Rs 30 lakh in 2 cases

He was fined Rs 15 lakh in each of the two cases, of which Rs 14 lakh each would go to the two victims who were part of his sect.

28 Aug 2017 7:55 PM

Chauhan, who has steered a strong turnaround and a highly successful IPO of the bourse with strong business expansion.

BSE gets Sebi's nod for another 5 year term for Chauhan as CEO

Chauhan also happens to be one of the founding team members of National Stock Exchange.

28 Aug 2017 7:49 PM

The app’s partial interest in your contacts is not hidden though. On both iOS and Android platforms, Sarahah asks for permission to access each user’s phone contacts. Even if declined, users can continue to use the app.

Sarahah has been uploading your address book without permission

Sarahah portays itself as an app to let users “receive honest feedback” from friends and employees.

28 Aug 2017 7:41 PM

It is not confirmed at the moment whether the iPhone 8 will be compatible with industry standard Qi wireless charging pads.

iPhone 8 fast charging will be slower than rivals

The iPhone 8’s wireless charging is expected to run at just 7.5 watts as compared to the 15watts supported by the Qi charging standard.

28 Aug 2017 7:39 PM

The detailed report on the cyber spying comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region.

India and Pakistan hit by spy malware, says cybersecurity firm

In a threat intelligence report that was sent to clients in July, Symantec said the online espionage effort dated back to October 2016.

28 Aug 2017 7:37 PM

Facebook's 1,000-square-meter space on the bustling Avenida Paulista is slated to open by December, offering free coding courses, career guidance, entrepreneur training and digital marketing workshops.

Facebook unveils center to teach Brazilian coders, entrepreneurs

One in four Brazilians aged 18 to 24, most with more formal education than their parents, were unemployed at the start of the year.

28 Aug 2017 7:36 PM

An image posted on Weibo claims to reveal the V9 Mini revealing the rear panel of the smartphone. The smartphone looks identical to the Honor V9 or the Honor 8 Pro. The smartphone seems to have the same metallic body with a dual camera setup on the back alongside an LED flash. The fingerprint is also on the rear panel with the Honor branding down below.

Possible Honor V9 smartphone tipped online in images

The smartphone is said to be more compact and sleek than the V9.

28 Aug 2017 7:09 PM

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