Technology, Mobiles tabs, 29th Oct 2017, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 29 Oct 2017

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'Selfie with Cow' contest to save cows

The contest has been well recieved especially from the youth.

29 Oct 2017 12:09 PM

Russian and Japanese companies have expressed interest in supplying amphibious planes to India, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Sunday. (Photo: PTI)

Russian, Japanese cos keen on supplying amphibious aircrafts: Gadkari

The government has already urged global investors to tap the potential of seaplanes in the country.

29 Oct 2017 11:55 AM

This molecule can lead to a successful HIV vaccine

The researchers used a synthetic chemistry method they previously developed to combine the gp120 fragment with a sugar molecule.

29 Oct 2017 11:54 AM

Unlocking one's phone with a face scan may offer added convenience and security for iPhone users, according to Apple, which claims its "neural engine" for FaceID cannot be tricked by a photo or hacker.

New iPhone brings face recognition (and fears) to the masses

Apple's newest device, set to go on sale November 3, is designed to be unlocked with a facial scan with a number of privacy safeguards.

29 Oct 2017 11:53 AM

When the woman's husband learnt about the matter in May this year, the family tried to file a complaint at the Roop Nagar police station. (Photo: Representational/File)

Delhi: Self-styled godman booked for molesting woman 3 yrs ago

Mahant Sundar Das runs an ashram in Sabzi Mandi area where the victim used to visit along with her family.

29 Oct 2017 11:51 AM

The prime minister also extended wishes to young ones of the country for Children's Day, observed on November 14, in advance. (Photo: File)

India has 7,000 jawans in UN peacekeeping missions: PM in Mann Ki Baat

Taking pride in India's contribution to the world, Modi said, 'India has always given the world message of peace, unity and brotherhood'.

29 Oct 2017 11:43 AM

Under intense global pressure, Myanmar has agreed to repatriate “scrutinised” refugees who can prove their residence in Rakhine, but details of the plan remain thin. (Photo: AP)

Myanmar govt’s to harvest abandoned farmlands, Rohingyas’ return looks bleak

The border region has been emptied of most of its Muslim residents since late August.

29 Oct 2017 11:32 AM

Thousands of people took to Facebook to post unfounded theories about Sherin's death or videos of themselves crying over 'Princess Sherin.' (Photo: Facebook)

US: Body of Sherin Mathews released; petition for interfaith burial

Sherin was adopted last year by the Indian-American couple, Wesley Mathews and Sini Mathews.

29 Oct 2017 11:03 AM

Lower interest rates coinciding with a hard discount or some other money-saving offer is likely to propel 'fence-sitting buyers' to enter the market, says property consultant Jones Lang LaSalle. (Photo: Pixabay)

Lower rates, discounts to bring fence-sitting buyers in market

It is frequently said that buyers may be waiting for lower interest rates on home loans, especially in affordable housing segment.

29 Oct 2017 10:54 AM

Dubbing 10 years of the UPA government as a 'wasted opportunity on J&K', Jaitley said 'not a single initiative worked and you had a mass civil disobedience in terms of stone throwing agitation, you had terrorism and terrorists on top, you had normal life being disturbed'. (Photo: PTI/File)

'Traitor' Chidambaram's 'azadi' remark against national interest: BJP

Meanwhile, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday attributed the Kashmir problem to the flawed policy of the Congress.

29 Oct 2017 10:50 AM

SBI General Insurance posted a net profit of Rs 251 crore in the quarter ended September. (Photo: PTI)

SBI General posts Rs 251 crore profit in Q2

The company's gross premium increased to Rs 926 crore from Rs 690 crore a year ago.

29 Oct 2017 10:19 AM

'Vaginal seeding' birthing trends are risky for newborns

The new trend sees mothers who have cesarean births

29 Oct 2017 9:00 AM

Just 240ML of cherry juice daily ups sleep time by 84 mins in elderly

Previous research shows similar results pointing to the potential effects of Montmorency tart cherry juice on sleep.

29 Oct 2017 8:40 AM

Previous studies have shown that the brain's glucose and fatty acid uptake is increased in type 2 diabetes. (Photo: Pixabay)

High-intensity exercise may alter brain's glucose metabolism

The study, published in Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism, showed that HIIT training reduces brain glucose metabolism.

29 Oct 2017 8:20 AM

Pro-independence demonstrators cheer outside the Catalan parliament, in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo: AP)

Fired Catalan leader urges resistance to Madrid rule

Defiant Puigdemont accuses Madrid of trampling on will of Catalans.

29 Oct 2017 7:13 AM

Maryam says Nawaz Sharif to remain party head

Maryam took to Twitter and elucidated that Nawaz was and will be leading the PML-N.

29 Oct 2017 7:09 AM

The couple who is in a hospital in Delhi said they were strolling near the railway station at Fatehpur Sikri after a day in Agra when the group started chasing them. (Photo: Twitter | @ @ANINewsUP)

UP: Guides to warn foreigners against selfies

A proposal has now been submitted to the state government for setting up tourist police stations in these areas

29 Oct 2017 6:37 AM

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller (Photo: AP)

First charges filed in Russia-Trump probe

A federal judge ordered that the charges stay sealed, CNN said, reporting that anyone charged could be taken into custody as early as Monday.

29 Oct 2017 6:31 AM

PAAS convener Hardik Patel meets his supporters at Bhavnagar district of Gujarat. (Photo: PTI)

Gujarat Assembly polls: Hardik Patel plays hardball with Cong

Clarify stand by November 3 or face the heat, says Patidar leader.

29 Oct 2017 6:24 AM

Sunnytech Customised 925 Silver Fidget Spinner.

Spin your money

They are considered the biggest fad this year. Here are the world’s top five costliest fidget spinners.

29 Oct 2017 6:13 AM

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