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

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Aviation security agency Bureau of Civila Aviation Security or BCAS has issued new circular for entry at country's airprts. (Photo: Representational/PTI)

BCAS validates m-Aadhaar, 10 ID proofs for entry at airports

Aviation agency in new circular says ID documents will not be required for minors accompanied by parents.

28 Oct 2017 3:01 PM

Previously, Amazon prime was available to all Amazon users free for a period of 60 days before they had to pay a yearly subscription of Rs 499 a year.

Amazon Prime membership will now cost you more after October 31

If you don’t have Amazon Prime subscription and are thinking to enrol yourself, this is the last chance to get one at a price of Rs 499.

28 Oct 2017 2:55 PM

Most live in desperate conditions with limited access to food, sanitation or health facilities and local officials fear a lack of family planning could stretch resources even further. (Photo: AFP)

Bangladesh may introduce sterilisation to curb Rohingya population

No official data is available on birth rates among the Rohingya, who are excluded from the census in Myanmar.

28 Oct 2017 2:50 PM

The government on Friday also said it hoped that the direction and the policy set by the Communist Party Congress in China will further promote Sino-India relations and contribute to peace and stability in the region. (Photo: PTI/File)

Connectivity should be open, equitable: India on Belt and Road project

India skipped the Belt and Road Forum (BRF) in Beijing in May this year where 29 world leaders participated.

28 Oct 2017 2:32 PM

Minister for Shipping, Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari. (Photo: PTI)

Gadkari urges auto makers to opt for coastal shipping mode

Coastal movement through RoRo vessels, 80 pc concession on vessel-related and cargo-related charges are applicable in Indian Ports.

28 Oct 2017 2:29 PM

Munat had filed a complaint against Congress leader Baghel and the scribe after which an FIR was lodged under relevant sections of the IT act. (Photo: Facebook/Bhupesh Baghel)

After journo's arrest, C'garh Cong leader booked over sex CD case

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel had claimed that he possessed a copy of the sex CD allegedly showing BJP minister Rajesh Munat.

28 Oct 2017 2:12 PM

MIUI 9 is based on Android Nougat’s underpinnings but will bring a lot of new features to older Xiaomi smartphones.

MIUI 9 global beta launch confirmed for India

MIUI 9 is touted to be the company’s fastest Android skin and is supposed to bring many new features to old devices.

28 Oct 2017 2:02 PM

Megan Fox in a still from 'Transformers.'

Thought I was Joan of Arc: Megan Fox says getting fired from 'Transformers' was low point

The 31-year-old actress noted that her diva-like behaviour caused her exit, which hurt her, but also

28 Oct 2017 1:55 PM

In the letter to Tillerson, who has just concluded a visit to Afghanistan, Pakistan and India, the bipartisan group of Senators made the recommendation in line with US Commission on International Religious Freedom. (Photo: AP)

Senators ask Tillerson to designate Pak as ‘country of particular concern’

The appeal has been made in lieu of Pakistan’s discriminatory laws which continue to prosecute individuals due to their faith.

28 Oct 2017 1:46 PM

If you can't express your emotions then you might be among the 10% of the healthy population who has difficulty processing their emotions. (Photo: Pixabay)

There is a connection between nose and emotions

The results show that one of the characteristics of alexithymia is the altered physiological response to olfactory stimuli.

28 Oct 2017 1:45 PM

Andrew Garfield in a still from 'Breathe.'

It was wonderful, incredibly inspiring: Andrew Garfield on playing disabled in 'Breathe'

The actor says that he got to learn a lot about himself, his privileges and the things that he takes for granted.

28 Oct 2017 1:43 PM

Prices in India were at a premium of up to $3 an ounce over official domestic prices this week, up from $2 last week. (Photo: ANI)

Lower gold prices fail to spark post-Diwali lull in demand

Gold prices in India slipped to 29,209 rupees per 10 grams on Friday, the lowest level in about two months.

28 Oct 2017 1:39 PM

Green spaces in cities promote social connections and physical activity and reduce exposure to air pollution and noise. (Photo: Pixabay)

Living near parks may boost brain development in kids: study

Previous studies have already indicated that green spaces within and surrounding schools could enhance cognitive development in children.

28 Oct 2017 1:34 PM

The picture that Ellen Degeneres shared on Twitter.

#EllenWeinsten: DeGeneres branded 'sexist' over Katy Perry birthday message

Comparing the comedian with producer Harvery Weinstein, Twitterers slammed her under #EllenWeinstein.

28 Oct 2017 1:34 PM

Teddy Geiger had written Maroon 5's 'Who I Am' recently. (Photo: Instagram)

This is who I have been for a long time: Singer Teddy Geiger announces he's transitioning

The singer-songwriter has announced on Instagram that he has begun the process of transitioning to a woman.

28 Oct 2017 1:28 PM

Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani said in Gandhinagar that Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi and Patel owe a clarification to the nation as the matter pertains to national security. (Photo: File | PTI)

Gujarat CM links ISIS suspect to Cong leader Ahmed Patel, demands resignation

Cong leader Ahmed Patel rejected the charge as 'completely baseless', urged BJP not to politicise matters pertaining to national security.

28 Oct 2017 1:19 PM

According to the Window Central, the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon processor is also expected to power the new device. (Representative Image)

Microsoft's new 'foldable' tablet information leaks

The Redmond giant is reportedly working on a foldable tablet screen that would make it small enough to fit into a pocket.

28 Oct 2017 1:18 PM

Sindhu decimated China's Chen Yufei 21-14, 21-14 in a one-sided quarter-final clash that lasted for more than 40 minutes.(Photo: AFP)

French Open Super Series: PV Sindhu, Kidambi Srikanth eye final berth

PV Sindhu will take on Akane Yamaguchi while Kidambi Srikanth will square off against fellow countryman H S Prannoy.

28 Oct 2017 12:56 PM

At least five people were killed and four others were stated to be critical after consuming illicit liquor in Danwar village of Bihar's Rohtas district. (Representational | ANI)

5 die on consuming illicit liquor in Bihar post-alcohol ban; SHO suspended

Shahabad Deputy Inspector General of Police said strict action will also be taken against the excise department.

28 Oct 2017 12:52 PM

The planned voyage from Hawaii to Tahiti aboard a 50-foot sailboat didn’t start off well for Jennifer Appel and Tasha Fuiava and then it got worse. (Photo: AP)

Sharks, damaged mast, broken purifier: American women lost at sea rescued after 5 months

Every day for 98 days straight, the women sent out a distress call to no avail.

28 Oct 2017 12:42 PM

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