Technology, Mobiles tabs, 30th Oct 2018, News & Stories from India

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Technology Mobiles & Tabs 30 Oct 2018

Technology, Mobiles tabs, 30 Oct 2018

BS Bassi, said in his plea that he believed that he will be made a 'scapegoat and victimised' for discharging his duties in the FIR pertaining to Asthana and 'grave and irreparable harm and injury' shall befall Bassi if the application is not allowed. (Photo: File | ANI)

CBI DySP Bassi moves SC against his transfer to Andaman and Nicobar

Bassi said his transfer is 'mala fide and derails a sensitive probe' and added that allegations against Asthana are 'grave'.

30 Oct 2018 9:16 PM

Apple introduces the new iPad Pro with all-screen design and next-generation performance.

Apple unveils 2018 iPad Pro with USB-C, FaceID

The 11-inch and 12.9-inch models feature the Liquid Retina display, powerful A12X Bionic chip and Face ID.

30 Oct 2018 9:12 PM

DD News cameraman Achyutanand Sahu, who was killed in a Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh, was a go-getter with an inclination for challenging assignments, his colleagues said. (Photo: Facebook | Achyuta Nanda Sahu)

Dedicated, ready to take responsibility: Colleagues remember Doordarshan cameraman

After the news of the death, his colleagues at DD News wore black bands even on air.

30 Oct 2018 9:11 PM

Upendra Kushwaha, who met BJP general secretary Bhupendra Yadav, made it clear that final seat-sharing deal has not been clinched yet but hinted he may remain part of BJP-led NDA. (Photo: File | ANI)

‘Will work to make Narendra Modi prime minister again’: Upendra Kushwaha

Union minister and RLSP chief Upendra Kushwaha also said said he wanted a 'respectable' number of seats to fight in Bihar.

30 Oct 2018 9:06 PM

The former skipper concluded the letter to the BCCI with a "danger" warning hoping that somebody is listening to him. (Photo: PTI)

Indian cricket in danger, authority on way down: Sourav Ganguly

Ganguly conveyed his concern regarding various cricket-associated developments, including recent harassment reports against Rahul Johri.

30 Oct 2018 8:55 PM

FIR has been registered against Amazon's country head Amit Agrawal, logistics firm Darshita Pvt Ltd directors Pradeep Kumar and Ravish Agrawal and delivery boy Anil, the police said. (Representational Image | AFP)

Case against Amazon India head after customer gets soap instead of phone

The company, however, said it takes all incidents of frauds seriously and was extending cooperation to police.

30 Oct 2018 8:48 PM

This comes after Supreme Court asked CVC to complete within 2 weeks its inquiry into allegations against Alok Verma levelled by Rakesh Asthana. (Photo: File | PTI)

CVC begins probe in graft charges against Alok Verma, examines CBI officials

'Officials who recorded their statements include those who handled Moin Qureshi bribery case, IRCTC scam, among others.'

30 Oct 2018 8:48 PM

Starting at $1,199, the new MacBook Air is available to order on apple.com.

Apple launches new MacBook Air with Retina Display

The new MacBook Air comes with Retina display, Touch ID, the latest processors and an even more portable design.

30 Oct 2018 8:46 PM

The second in Heat magazine’s annual guide to Britain’s wealthiest 30 people aged 30 and under is Ed Sheeran. (Photo: AP)

Adele rakes in £15million for year, without working

Singer is still Britain’s richest young star with wealth having swollen to £147million.

30 Oct 2018 8:32 PM

New Mac mini delivers an insane five times faster performance.

Apple unveils new 2018 Mac Mini

Five times the performance, 6-core processors, more memory capacity, all-flash storage and more

30 Oct 2018 8:27 PM

Her father used to run the tea stall but Kalpana Roy had to take over as he has been quite unwell in recent times. (Representational Image | Pixabay)

Kalpana Roy, who played football for India, now runs tea stall to earn livelihood

She also coaches around 30 boys and trains them twice a day to keep herself fit as she still dreams of playing for team again.

30 Oct 2018 8:23 PM

For freshwater fauna, the decline in population over the 44 years monitored was a staggering 80 percent.

Wildlife populations fallen by 60pc since 1970, threatening civilization: WWF report

From 1970 to 2014, 60 pc of all animals with backbone -- fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals -- were wiped out by human activity.

30 Oct 2018 8:17 PM

Jaganmohan Reddy suffered minor injuries on Thursday after being stabbed at the Visakhapatnam airport by an employee. The attacker, J Sriniwas Rao, 30, claimed to be his big fan. (Photo: PTI)

Attack on Jagan Reddy ‘conspiracy’ hatched by Chandrababu Naidu: YSRCP

YSRCP demanded a CBI or judicial probe into recent attack on its chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.

30 Oct 2018 8:06 PM

If rumours and leaks are to be believed, the flagship would feature a 6.4-inch full HD+ bezel-less display, with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio.

Lenovo Z5 Pro to feature 24 MP+16 MP cameras with AI Super Night mode

The company is expected to launch its latest smartphone — Lenovo Z5 Pro on November 1.

30 Oct 2018 8:00 PM

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said they should be partners in all 'meaningful efforts' towards evolving a solution to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi issue. (Photo: File)

‘Delay in justice can mean injustice’: Yogi Adityanath on Ayodhya case

'The counsel for Uttar Pradesh govt had also appealed to Supreme Court for a speedy trial in matter', Yogi Adityanath said.

30 Oct 2018 7:48 PM

The coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry would receive rains in the next 24 hours, which would gradually expand to the other parts, Director of Area Cyclone Warning Centre said. (Representational Image)

Northeast monsoon will reach Tamil Nadu in 2 days: weather department

Tamil Nadu is dependent on the crucial northeast monsoon as it brings the bulk of the annual rainfall in the state.

30 Oct 2018 7:47 PM

With the prestigious contract, the GRSE’s order book as on date stands at Rs 22,604 crore. (Photo: Facebook | @grsekolkata)

GRSE bags over Rs 2,000 crore contract to build 4 large survey vessels for Navy

On Tuesday GRSE signed contract, which covers design, construction and supply, with the defence ministry.

30 Oct 2018 7:43 PM

India's history and culture do not promote 'sectarianism or bigotry', West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee asserted while addressing a public programme Cooch Behar. (Photo: File | Asian Age)

BJP ‘distorting’ history to create rift among masses on religious lines: WB CM

Mamata Banerjee also lashed out at BJP-led govt in Assam and Centre for leaving out names of 40 lakh people from 'complete draft' of NRC.

30 Oct 2018 7:36 PM

For those over 35, a short gap between pregnancies was particularly dangerous for the mother herself. (Photo: Pixabay)

Mothers should wait at least a year between pregnancies

Conceiving again too soon increases the risk of premature labour, stillbirth and even maternal death, scientists discover.

30 Oct 2018 7:34 PM

An employment appeal tribunal upheld that decision last year prompting Uber to go to the Court of Appeal.

Uber defends its business model over UK worker rights

The Silicon Valley-based company, which could be valued at $120 billion, has faced protests, regulator crackdowns and license losses.

30 Oct 2018 7:05 PM

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