Technology, Mobiles tabs, 29th Mar 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 29 Mar 2018

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Gas price was last hiked to USD 2.89 per mmBtu for Oct 2017 to Mar 2018 period from USD 2.48 in previous 6 months. (Photo: PTI)

Govt raises gas prices to 2-year high of USD 3.06 per million

Hike would increase the cost of domestic gas-based power generation by about 3 per cent.

29 Mar 2018 4:55 PM

On the recommendation of Naik, the Uttar Pradesh Government has passed an order to officially introduce 'Ramji' as the middle name of Dr BR Ambedkar in all documents and records in the state. (Photo: ANI)

Added 'Ramji' to Dr Ambedkar's name to avoid wrong spelling: UP Guv Ram Naik

India's Dalit social reformer, whose full name is Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, is named as only BR Ambedkar in all official records.

29 Mar 2018 4:52 PM

This photo shows researchers testing China’s first space station module Tiangong-1 at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China’s Gansu Province prior to its launch on September 29, 2011. (Photo: AP)

China’s defunct space lab hurtling toward Earth for re-entry

China’s defunct and believed out-of-control space station is expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere sometime in the coming days.

29 Mar 2018 4:51 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Windsor brewery reveals regal beer for Prince Harry wedding

Harry and his American actress fiancee are set to tie the knot at Windsor Castle, west of London, on May 19.

29 Mar 2018 4:50 PM

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palanisamy held discussions with his senior cabinet colleagues, including Deputy Chief Minister O Panneerselvam, and other officials on the matter. (Photo: File/PTI)

Cauvery issue: Tamil Nadu CM Palanisamy holds discussions with ministers

The meeting comes in wake of the 6-week deadline given by the SC to the Centre to formulate a scheme ending on Thursday.

29 Mar 2018 4:47 PM

The company acknowledges that privacy settings and other important tools on its social media platform are pretty hard to find.

Facebook redesigns its privacy tools

The company promises to take additional steps in the coming weeks to put people more in control of their privacy.

29 Mar 2018 4:31 PM

This image made with the Hubble Space Telescope shows the diffuse galaxy NGC 1052-DF2, lighter area in center. Several other galaxies can be seen through it. (P van Dokkum/NASA/ESA via AP)

Astronomers baffled by distant galaxy void of dark matter

The unusual galaxy’s stars are speeding around with no apparent influence from dark matter, according to a study.

29 Mar 2018 4:27 PM

Can mandatory policy schemes influence sugar consumption?

The findings suggest that while nutrition standards in schools could have an impact on sugar-sweetened beverage consumption.

29 Mar 2018 4:24 PM

However, authorities concerned can take a call in case such officers need to go on foreign travel due to an extreme urgent situation like medical emergencies, guidelines added. (Photo: File/PTI)

No passport for officers facing criminal, corruption charges: Govt

Civil services officers need vigilance clearance for obtaining Indian passport.

29 Mar 2018 4:14 PM

A senior I-T Department official said the public list is aimed to make people aware so that they can help the department in nabbing these defaulters.

I-T Department publicly names defaulters owing Rs 490 cr taxes

Some of the defaulters on the list have not paid their taxes for the assessment year 1989-90.

29 Mar 2018 4:10 PM

This chocolate park is built by real-life Willy Wonka

When the sugar buzz crashes, you can retreat to the Hotel Hershey

29 Mar 2018 4:02 PM

Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad also said that a UK parliamentary committee is conducting an investigation and added that he did not wish to comment on the views of one of its members. (Photo: File/ANI)

Will take action after Facebook, Cambridge Analytica respond: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said, 'We are very tough when it comes to data protection in India.'

29 Mar 2018 3:58 PM

A fan surprised Ranveer Singh with a painting of his Pehswa Bajirao.

Fan gifts Ranveer Singh a painting of his Bajirao, actor hangs it in his home

Ranveer Singh played Peshwa Bajirao in Sanjay Leela Bhansali film 'Bajirao Mastani' (2015).

29 Mar 2018 3:46 PM

Eating out exposes consumers to harmful chemicals

The study is the first to compare phthalate exposures in people who reported dining out to those more likely to enjoy home-cooked meals.

29 Mar 2018 3:40 PM

Lalu Prasad, who is serving jail term in Ranchi since December 23 in a fodder scam case, was taken to New Delhi on medical advice for specialised treatment at AIIMS. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

Nitish Kumar is finished, BJP has set Bihar ablaze: Lalu Yadav

Members of two communities clashed on Wednesday over taking out a religious procession in Bihar's Nalanda.

29 Mar 2018 3:36 PM

Salman Khan’s black buck poaching case: Verdict out on April 5

He was acquitted in two poaching cases by the high court and in a case under Arms Act by the lower court.

29 Mar 2018 3:34 PM

The top court had recently banned automatic arrests and registration of criminal cases under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989. (Photo: File)

SC/ST Act: Govt set to file review petition before Supreme Court next week

Ravi Shankar Prasad said on Thursday that the government has taken note of the SC judgement about laying down new norms about the SC/ST Act.

29 Mar 2018 3:29 PM

Just one high-fat meal can pave way for heart disease

Here is what a new study found.

29 Mar 2018 3:27 PM

Magno-R comes with a hook that can hold your shopping bag or any bag to keep your contents safe.

Portronics launches Magno-R car mobile holder with 3M magnet

Portronics says Magno-R can swivel 360 degrees giving your flexibility of view.

29 Mar 2018 3:12 PM

"I've been so privileged and honoured to represent my country and the Australian cricket team. I'm sorry and I'm absolutely devastated," said Steve Smith. (Photo: AP)

Ball tampering: Steve Smith says sorry in an emotional press conference

I've made a big mistake by allowing this to happen. It was a huge error of judgement, said Smith.

29 Mar 2018 3:05 PM

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