Daily News: April 2019

Tuesday 30 April 2019

Water or vote: This Bhiwandi village kept away from Lok Sabha polls

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2GQYkWi

Karnataka SSLC results 2019 declared, Srujana D and N Parameshwar Naik score 625/625

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2J3Gqkt

David Warner Bids Adieu To IPL 2019 With Emotional Message

David Warner signed off from IPL 2019 after playing a vital part in SunRisers Hyderabad's 45-run win over Kings XI Punjab.

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Seen Rani Mukerji's 'Mardaani 2' Look Yet?

Rani Mukerji as Shivani Shivaji Roy, dressed as a cop, looks sharply into the camera, in a new still from Mardaani 2

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Uber Quizzed on Growth at IPO Roadshow in London

Uber is trying to show investors that it can shift from being simply a ride-hailing service to a technology platform for services.

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Opinion: It's JEE Season – Why IITs Still Rely On It For Admission

A more basic issue is whether board examinations are a good measure of the attributes needed for a specific type of study. When so much of our board examination testing dwells on memorizing,...

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Besides Jaguar, Who Else Has Multiple World Car Wins?

Nissan has won 3 trophies overall, which includes the first gen Leaf EV bagging World Car in 2011. The Lexus LS 460 gave Toyota Group its maiden WCOTY win in 2007, though Toyota has also won twice in...

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Top Court Asks CBI For Proof After It Seeks Custody Of Ex-Kolkata Top Cop

The Supreme Court today asked the CBI to come up withevidence for seeking custodial interrogation of former Kolkata police chief Rajeev Kumar,who had been probing the Saradha chit fund scam in West...

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Honor 20 Pro render leaks ahead of launch, confirms quad-camera setup

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2DBKwwM

Watch: ‘You are on my hit list,’ BJP leader threatens Kanpur officer

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2WdJCxJ

Supreme Court instructs Amrapali Group to submit transactions with MS Dhoni

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2DEummm

Game of Thrones: Arya Stark’s ‘Not Today’ line is inspiring many memes

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2WdJw9l

KSEEB Karnataka SSLC 10th result 2019: Websites to check

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2V2OhWI

Rishi Kapoor is cancer free, reveals filmmaker Rahul Rawail

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2PBV3Nn

From Murgh Kali Mirch to Paneer Tikka Butter Masala: These easy recipes are a must-try

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2vvYxHK

EC suspends 5 poll officials over ‘abetment of booth capturing’ in West Tripura

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2V6nby8

Salman Khan Called Akshay Kumar To Avoid 2020 Box Office Clash: Report

Inshallah will be a romantic drama, while Sooryavanshi will be a high-octane action film

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Pininfarina Battista Launched In The Middle East; Prices To Start Around $ 2 Million

Pininfarina has announced the introduction of its fully-electric hypercar, Pininfarina Battista, in the Middle-East market. Expected to be priced around $2 million (Rs. 13.95 crore approx.), the...

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Redmi Note 7 Update Brings New Camera Modes, March Security Patch: Reports

The Redmi Note 7 has received the MIUI 10.3.5.0 stable update which introduces new camera modes and arrives with the March security patch.

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Video: Grilled Paneer Is The Perfect Appetiser If You Are On A Healthy Diet

Weight Loss: If you are really serious about embracing a healthy diet, you should follow it rigidly, throughout the day. And, when hunger comes striking in the evening and dinner is still hours away,...

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Setback For Kiran Bedi, Court Says Lt. Governor Can't Act Independently

In a major setback to Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi. the Madurai bench of the Madras High Court has cancelled two clarification orders by the centre in 2017 on the powers of the Lieutenant...

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Norway nets ‘trained Russian weapon’: A friendly white whale

A harness recovered from an unusually friendly white whale in north Norway may indicate the animal had been trained by the Russian navy as part of a marine mammal special force, experts in Norway have said. The harness, which had the words “Equipment of St. Petersburg” labelled on it, could be used to attach cameras or other instruments, the experts added.

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2IOx2lC

Footprints of mythical beast sighted: Indian Army

Indian Army on Tuesday claimed that one of its teams spotted mysterious footprints of mythical creature "Yeti" close to Nepal's Makalu Base Camp. During an expedition, the Mountaineering Expedition team came across mysterious marks measuring 32X15 inches, which the Army believed are of the mythical beast Yeti, the Army said.

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At 55%, Mumbai posts highest vote since 1991

Maximum city stamped out its image of electoral apathy on Monday by recording a 55.1% turnout, its highest not only in the post-liberalisation era but since 1989, when it had recorded 57.7%. The city turned up to vote in much larger numbers despite the sweltering heat and long weekend, which had triggered concerns that many would choose to holiday instead.

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MHA issues notice to Rahul over his citizenship

The ministry of home affairs asked Congress president to clarify his position on his nationality after BJP MP Subramanian Swamy cited a British company's document to allege that Rahul Gandhi is a British national. In a letter, the ministry said that Rahul, in an annual return filed by company Backops Limited, has declared his nationality as British.

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2IQJKA9

Ness Wadia gets 2yrs jail in Japan on drug charge

Ness Wadia, the son of industrialist Nusli Wadia, has been sentenced a two-year jail term in Japan for possession of drugs. He was reportedly caught in New Chitose Airport in the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido with 25 grams of cannabis resin earlier in March this year.

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2PBs500

Bharat song Chashni teaser: Another Salman Khan-Katrina Kaif love ballad

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2ZJoC4b

David Dastmalchian to play Polka-Dot Man in The Suicide Squad reboot

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2J4Q86j

Cyclone ‘Fani’ intensifies into severe cyclonic storm, bringing thunderstorm and hail

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2IRlaiO

This Extraordinary Home Will Hang From Cliff Side, Suspended Above Ocean

Australian prefab architecture specialists Modscape Concept have designed a five-storey home that clings to a cliff's edge, suspended above the ocean.

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Indian Oil Hiring Research Officers: Salary, Benefits, Other Details Here

IOCL: Indian Oil is accepting online applications from candidates and last date to apply for the job is May 21, 2019. The pay scale for research officers is between Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 and Rs....

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Iran to Keep Exporting Crude Oil Despite US Pressure: President

Iran will continue to export oil despite U.S. pressure aimed at reducing the nation's crude oil shipments to zero, Iran President Hassan Rouhani said in a speech broadcast live on Iranian state TV on...

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Facebook Joins Research on Social Media Impact on Elections

Facebook began the research initiative last year after revelations of foreign influence campaigns on the 2016 US election and the Brexit vote in Britain.

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What Is Yeti? Myths And Legends About The "Elusive Snowman"

Yeti is believed to be an "abominable snowman", which has appeared in folktales and popular stories. Many over the decades have claimed to have seen Yeti, but without much proof.

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73.7 Per Cent Students Pass Karnataka SSLC Exam

Karnataka SSLC results 2019 have been published on the official website, karresults.nic.in.

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Amazon Summer Sale to Offer 'Lowest Prices' on These Smartphones

Amazon Summer Sale is set to kick off from May 4 and will offer some of the lowest prices on smartphones along with discounts on electronics and more.

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E-Cigarettes Are An Effective Way To Quit Smoking, Finds An Indian Study

The study compared the toxicities of nicotine, other chemicals and metal ions produced during cigarette smoking and use of e-cigarettes.

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Here's How This MCU Star Returned for Avengers: Endgame [Spoilers]

Avengers: Endgame has two major returning characters from the standalone Thor films, in Natalie Portman as Jane Foster, and Rene Russo as Thor's mother Frigga.

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PewDiePie Ends 'Subscribe' Meme After Christchurch Shooter's Shout-Out

On Sunday, PewDiePie released a YouTube video calling for an end to the "subscribe" movement and addressing the New Zealand shooting for the first time on his channel.

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Boat Rockerz 450 Wireless Headphones Launched in India

The latest budget headphones from Boat, the Rockerz 450 are the latest in the affordable range of wireless headphones from the Indian audio manufacturer.

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Ness Wadia Sentenced In Japan, Found With Drugs During Ski Trip: Report

Ness Wadia, son of industrialist Nusli Wadia and inheritor of one of Indias wealthiest business families, has been sentenced for drugs possession while on a skiing holiday to Japan.

from NDTV News - Special http://bit.ly/2IOAhJV

Legendary 'Boyz N The Hood' Director John Singleton Dies At 51

John Singleton had been placed in a medically-induced coma after suffering a stroke several weeks ago

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2019 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Launched With The New 1.5-Litre Diesel, Prices Start At Rs. 9.86 Lakh

The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is the second model to get the new in-house developed 1.5-litre DDiS 225 diesel engine. The company has launched the new diesel engine in the Ertiga just days after announcing...

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Flipkart Flipstart Days Sale Kicks Off Tomorrow With These Offers

Flipkart Flipstart Days sale is set to kick off from May 1 and will run until May 3. The sale will offer deals on laptops, headphones, speakers, and more.

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'GOT' Battle Was Full Of Terrors And So Dark, We Couldn't See Anything

Across social media, viewers shared screenshot after screenshot of indecipherable blobs

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Warner Ends IPL 2019 Stint In Style, Considers It Good Precedent For WC

David Warner scored 692 runs in IPL 2019, with eight half-centuries and century.

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Samsung Galaxy A50 Update Brings Beauty Video Mode, Bixby Routines

The Samsung Galaxy A50 software update is around 666MB in size.

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Sri Lanka Lifts Ban On Social Media, Security Remains Tight

The Sri Lankan government has lifted a ban on social media platforms intended to stop the spread of rumours after the Easter Sunday bombings, a source from the president's office said on Tuesday.

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Daily Skincare Routine Made Easy With These Dermatologist Recommended DIY Tips

If you find it difficult to take out time for your daily skincare routine, then these tips by Dr Kiran Lohia can definitely help you!

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Lok Sabha Polls: Congress releases list of star campaigners for Punjab, Chandigarh

Newly inducted member Udit Raj has also made it to the list.

from India News http://bit.ly/2Vy6cnU

Mumbai: Fire breaks out at Cama Industrial Estate in Goregaon

Fire breaks out at Cama Industrial Estate in Goregaon, Mumbai.

from India News http://bit.ly/2LcoKpG

NIA averts Sri Lanka type terror attack in Kerala, arrests one ISIS suspect

NIA averts Sri Lanka type terror attack in Kerala, arrests one ISIS suspect

from India News http://bit.ly/2Lfkgyv

Mumbai: Missing names add to confusion in voters

Television writer Harneet Singh was upset to find her name missing in the voters' list at the allotted polling centre in Andheri West.

from India News http://bit.ly/2L9r2Wp

Lok Sabha Election 2019: Worries galore for Pawar kin as Maval sees a keen fight

In Maval, there are six state assembly seats that includes Pimpri, Chinchwad, Maval , Karjat, Uran, and Panvel.

from India News http://bit.ly/2VzVCMX

Embattled Shiv Sena banks on PM Modi to seek votes in Marathi strongholds in Mumbai South

Not too far away, a group of Shiv Sainiks distributing slips to voters in the bellwether Mumbai South constituency

from India News http://bit.ly/2Vyu8HK

Shiv Sena MP Rajan Vichare neglect of micro-minorities & allies could play as factors in Thane

The reluctance of a section of BJP leaders to actively participate in campaigning had raised an alarm for Shiv Sena MP Rajan Vichare in the constituency.

from India News http://bit.ly/2L9rwMd

Mumbai North West beats heat to vote in big numbers

When DNA spoke to the polling staff here, they said the morning hours were rushed, and they only got a breather towards the afternoon.

from India News http://bit.ly/2VuHowY

State government should clarify stand on future of PUBG ban: Gujarat High Court

Ban imposed on playing the game in Rajkot expires on April 30 with no clarity on its Renewal

from India News http://bit.ly/2LfmjCE

Ahmedabad: 1,024 waterborne diseases reported in April

According to doctors, the waterborne diseases are a result of water contamination.

from India News http://bit.ly/2L8WLad

Marathi votes decisive in diverse Mumbai South Central

Raj Thackeray has created ripples of sorts in the run-up to the polls with his speeches targeting Prime Minister Modi in this election.

from India News http://bit.ly/2LcCEbu

Ishrat Jahan case: Order on discharge pleas of DG Vanzara, NK Amin likely on May 2

The court had concluded hearing in the case on April 16, and had kept Monday as the date to pass its order

from India News http://bit.ly/2VBl5Wm

'Battle of betis' will be down to thin margins as Priya Dutt, Poonam Mahajan cross paths

Though many voters complained that MP Poonam Mahajan wasn't accessible over five years, Priya Dutt's absence from active politics over too doesn't inspire much confidence here.

from India News http://bit.ly/2LcS1QU

Gujarat High Court seeks state govt's report on mangroves along Victor Port

The petitioner Ajay Shiyal has alleged that the mangroves were there till 2016, but were later cut down by Om Sai Navigations and GHCL

from India News http://bit.ly/2L7LA1A

Narayan Sai's sentencing to be held today

Two Surat-based women had accused Asaram and Narayan Sai of sexual exploitation

from India News http://bit.ly/2LcCxN6

Kandivali voters miffed over chaos at poll booth

The school is a posh, not your municipal or government one that lacks facilities. The polling staff really couldn't have blamed it on lack of amenities.

from India News http://bit.ly/2VA70Zi

Heatwave relief in Ahmedabad likely from today

The India Meteorological Department says that there will be some relief in the coming days as mercury is likely to travel southward for the remaining week

from India News http://bit.ly/2LbA1GF

Mumbai: Voters brave heat, come out in large numbers to vote

The percentage voting for all the 17 Lok Sabha constituencies till 6 pm is estimated one and it would change when the final figures would come.

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In MP Kirit Somaiya's absence, Marathi votes to play decider in Mumbai North East

Voters weathered heat wave to cast their votes especially between 7 am and 1 pm, but the voter turnout dipped post lunch till 4 pm.

from India News http://bit.ly/2Lc1w2O

Gujarat: Sabarmati River to run dry, Vasana barrage gates to be repaired

The irrigation authority has decided to repair gates of Vasana Barrage from May 15.

from India News http://bit.ly/2VuHkgI

In the NBA, 2-pointers are so last century

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2XVnGb3

10 books to introduce your kids to the magic of Yeti

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2Vax4Lm

Here’s what India’s frequent flier PM Modi achieved on trips abroad

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2PzknmY

RCB vs RR Predicted Playing 11, IPL 2019 Live Updates: RCB, RR desperate for win

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2UOtamb

Agartala-Bangalore Humsafar Express derails near Tripura-Assam border

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2vuXKqA

The Yeti who came out of the cold: ‘Abominable Snowman’ from Himalaya makes a comeback

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2GJ93AR

Kerala Sthree Sakthi SS-155 Lottery Today Results: Winners to be announced soon

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2DIgUhs

Suspect in California synagogue attack was a star scholar, athlete and musician

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2J3N6PB

Code violations galore: Here’s how EC is responding to complaints

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2WdAklB

Inside Oviyaa’s birthday celebration

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2UPum8G

What is Keto diet and what are the foods you can eat

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2GLiik4

Lupita Nyong’o compares Game Of Thrones’ White Walkers with Tethered from Us

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2PKZupj

After Amazing Spider-Man 2 failure, Andrew Garfield stayed away from comic book films

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2vt5PfJ

Explained: ISIS leader Abu Bakr al Baghdadi resurfaces in video — the message

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2V9Cl5T

UN aid chief: No progress so Rohingya can return to Myanmar

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2LdQXwo

From Night King to Tintin: Indian Army’s tweet on #Yeti gets everyone talking online

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2WforLQ

In month after 13 Reasons Why debut on Netflix, teen suicide grew: Study

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2PB7ZTD

BJP nominee Anupam meets TMC leader Anubrata, fuels speculation

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2DGrt4m

Japan Emperor Akihito abdicates throne for the first time in 200 years

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2WjcvJa

IPL 2019, SRH vs KXIP: Mujeeb Ur Rehman becomes most expensive overseas bowler

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2LcL9D6

Thank you for loving me: Bipasha Basu to Karan Singh Grover on third wedding anniversary

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2VHtzvn

New Zealand police respond to undisclosed incident in Christchurch

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2VuGy3n

Ali Zafar breaks down on television, refutes harassment allegations by Meesha Shafi

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2LciRc4

Fantastic Beasts 3 to release in 2021

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2UMga0d

Donald Trump orders new restrictions on asylum-seekers

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2PBMsdz

Karnataka SSLC 10th Result 2019 Declared: How to check marks via mobile?

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2Wi9b0I

Lok Sabha Election Live Updates: Whoever poses threat to India, will strike them at their home, says PM Modi at Muzaffarpur

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2WkXdDL

MHA notice to Congress president Rahul Gandhi over citizenship row, seeks reply within 15 days

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2GJ8jM0

Sardar Udham Singh first look: Vicky Kaushal is a no-nonsense revolutionary

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2LcIXvm

Yes Bank sinks after bad loans drive lender to surprise loss

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2ZGdrJD

Monday 29 April 2019

HP Board 10th Result 2019 Released @ Hpbose.org; How To Check

HP Board 10th result can be accessed from the official website, hpbose.org. HPBoSE Class 10 result can also be accessed from private websites like indiaresults.com and examresults.net.

from NDTV News - Special http://bit.ly/2GK8AhA

People Of Madhya Pradesh Will Vote For BJP: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that there were two major issues in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections - National security and welfare of people.

from NDTV News - Special http://bit.ly/2GPW6Gs

Fire At Chemical Factory In Delhi's Naraina, 30 Fire Engines At The Spot

A fire broke out at a chemical factory in south west Delhi this afternoon.

from NDTV News - Special http://bit.ly/2PCu04h

Katrina Recalls Her Encounter With South Star Vijay From First Ad Shoot

Katrina Kaif, who made her Bollywood debut at just 18, featured in this Coca Cola ad with Vijay

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3 More Poll Officials Get Stuck In Same Lift In Maharashtra While On Duty

A day after six people on election duty were rescued from a lift at a school in Maharashtra's Thane district, three more election staff got stuck in the same elevator as it malfunctioned again on...

from NDTV News - Special http://bit.ly/2GSB62c

Regulators around the world are circling Facebook

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2J0uyQp

Apple working on 5G iPad Pro, launch expected in 2021: Report

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2UHnfze

Apple was looking to buy Intel’s modem business before Qualcomm settlement: Report

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2ZIAHGQ

Kanchana 3 crosses Rs 100 crore mark

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2UMfFTW

CBSE introduces internal exam for Class 10 mathematics, English papers

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2ZL43UO

Barry Jenkins pushes Avengers Endgame for 2020 award season

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2XQnB8D

Trevor Noah thinks kids can handle the truth, simple or complicated

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2GQ68HL

Low In Calories, This Refreshing Summer Drink Will Hydrate You And Keep Indigestion At Bay

Jaljeera benefits: From aiding better digestion to giving your body the perfect detox, the many benefits of jaljeera will make you fall in love with it!

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Realme 1, Realme U1, Realme 2 Pro to Receive HyperBoost 2.0 Feature

Realme 3 Pro debuted with the HyperBoost 2.0 feature in India last week.

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All You Need To Know About India Post's Sukanya Samriddhi Account

The Sukanya Samriddhi Account is one of the saving schemes being offered by the India Post especially for the girl child.

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Madhya Pradesh Will Teach Congress A Lesson, Says Shivraj Chouhan

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said there are two major issues in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections -- National security and welfare of people.

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Windows 10 Starts Showing Android Device Notifications in Preview

In its new Insider Preview Build for Windows 10, Microsoft is working on a feature as part of its "Your Phone" software.

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Poll Body Gets Top Court Notice Over Plea On Complaint Against EVMs

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Election Commission on a plea challenging the legal provision mandating six months jail for questioning the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

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Immigration system server faces tech glitches at Delhi airport; six international flights delayed

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2GF0hDN

Which tech company does Uber think it’s most like? The answer is surprising

from The Indian Express http://bit.ly/2V4incm

China Urges UK Not to Discriminate Against Huawei in 5G Development

Huawei, the world's biggest telecoms equipment maker, is under intense scrutiny after the United States told allies not to use the company's technology.

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VITEEE Result Declared; Counselling May 9 Onwards

VITEEE counselling will begin on May 9. The VIT result is available on the official website vit.ac.in.

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Sri Lanka on alert for attacks by terrorists disguised in uniforms

Sri Lankan security officials have warned that the Islamist militants behind Easter Sunday's deadly suicide bombings were planning more attacks imminently, using a van and bombers disguised in military uniforms. "There could be another wave of attacks," the head of ministerial security division, a unit of the police, said in a letter to lawmakers and other security sections, seen by Reuters on Monday.

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2IPzYhV

Lok Sabha polls live: NDA's big test today

Voting is under way in 72 Lok Sabha seats spread across 9 states. The fate of 961 candidates will be decided by about 12.79 crore voters in the fourth phase. Stay with TOI for all live updates

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2J1ye4c

Job-hopping in US gets tougher for H-1B holders

It is getting tougher for H-1B visa holders to switch jobs. Even if the new job is similar, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), in several cases, has denied the application by the new employer on various grounds. The most common reason for denial is that the new position does not constitute a ‘specialty occupation’.

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2UNxqCi

Being called superhero makes me happy: Russell

"You need to make sure your body is fit and strong in order to play those upward shots in those moments," Andre Russell said, speaking about qualities that make him a superhero in the cricket arena.

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2J1xYCj

Sri Lanka bans all kinds of face coverings

A week after serial explosions ripped through Sri Lanka, the President’s office on Sunday banned any “covering of face” to conceal identity. President's office said covering the face in order to avoid the identification of a person will be banned with effect from Monday to ensure public safety. Sirisena took the decision under the Emergency Regulations.

from Times of India http://bit.ly/2Vxjlxg