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Wi-Fi WPA3 certificate with boosted security for home, enterprise announced

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The WPA3 security certificate adds new features to simplify Wi-Fi security, enable more robust authentication and deliver increased cryptographic strength for highly sensitive data markets Technology News : Wi-Fi Alliance, a network of companies that issues certificates for wireless fidelity, on June 25 introduced the WPA3 certificate. The successor to the WPA2 Wi-Fi security protocols announced in 2004, the WPA3 certificate was announced after more than a decade. However, the new certificate brings fixes to known security loopholes, along with interoperability for enhanced Wi-Fi security at places like home, restaurants, stadiums, enterprise set-ups etc. The WPA3 security certificate adds new features to simplify Wi-Fi security, enable more robust authentication and deliver increased cryptographic strength for highly sensitive data markets. As for the transition of the Wi-Fi industry to WPA3 security, the WPA2 devices will continue to interoperate and provide recognised ...

'Incredibles 2' set to be most successful animated Hollywood film in India

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Currently, the leader is Kung Fu Panda 3, which raked in Rs 221.2 million, followed by the second movie in the same franchise                             Entertainment News : Incredibles 2, the sequel to the 2004 movie The Incredibles, is inching its way to the top of the charts as the most successful animated movie at the Indian box office. Distributed by Disney India in the country, the film released on June 22 and made Rs 178.5 million in the first weekend of its release. The film's opening ensures it top berth among the most successful animation films from Hollywood. Currently, the leader is Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016), which raked in Rs 221.2 million, followed by the second movie in the same franchise, Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011), at Rs 205.5 million. Currently, Incredibles 2 is on the fourth spot on the list, behind Angry Birds (2016), which ma...

Asus to launch Zenfone 5z with notch display, Qualcomm 845 SoC on July 4

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Unveiled at the MWC 2018, Zenfone 5z was the first Android smartphone to sport an iPhone X-inspired notch and system-wide AI capabilities, along with a dual camera set-up on the rear Technology News : Asus, a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer, is gearing up to launch the Flipkart-exclusive Zenfone 5z in India on July 4. The e-commerce platform recently listed the teaser page, confirming the launch of premium smartphone in India. Asus Zenfone 5z was first unveiled at the Mobile World Congress in February, alongside Zenfone 5. Both sport similar glass-metal-glass sandwich design and feature a dual camera set-up on the back. However, the processor, RAM and storage configurations set them apart. In terms of features, the Zenfone 5z boasts 90 per cent screen-to-body ratio, thanks to its 6.2-inch fullHD+ screen covering almost the entire front. The 19:9 aspect ratio leaves just a small notch on top to accommodate an 8-megapixel camera, earpiece and sensors – just like in A...

Train travel with your own bedroom in these luxury Indian saloon coaches

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Each coach comes with two AC bedroom, a dining-cum-hall and a kitchen; but the ride is expensive, at 18 times the first-class fare Current Affairs News : Long-distance rail travel needn't always be a drag on your body and nerves anymore. This is because the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is offering a luxurious ride to the 'aam aadmi', with the recent launch of swanky saloon coaches. Earlier, the saloon cars were reserved for the railway officials. Luxury coaches, Indian coaches, Indian railways Photo: Indian RailwaysWhat is a saloon coach? It's a specially designed rail coach with two air-conditioned spacious bedrooms with attached bath, a dining-cum-hall and a kitchen. The first saloon car service facility had been availed by the six customers of a private tour company. The coaches were attached to the Jammu Mail at the Old Delhi Railway Station. “This will be an all-inclusive tour where guests will be offered all the c...

Apple's 'Made in India' iPhone 6S may soon be available in stores near you

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Apple was undertaking trial production for the 6S models since April                      Companies News : The second iPhone to get the tag of 'Made in India' after iPhone SE is iPhone 6S. According to the Economic Times report, local production of 6S model started last week at the Bengaluru facility of its Taiwan-based contract manufacturer Wistron. Wistron, which will assemble iPhones in Bengaluru, is one among the few original design manufacturers Apple employs to build its iPhones. The company has previously won contracts abroad to manufacture lower-cost iPhone 5c, 5s, and SE devices, while larger partners such as Foxconn have handled production of flagship iPhone models. The Cupertino-based maker of iPhones and Mac computers started manufacturing iPhone SE in India last May and it is now ready to add a second model to the manufacturing line. Apple was undertakin...

'Poster boy of bank default' Mallya offers to sell assets to repay loans

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Mallya has requested the court's permission to allow him to sell the assets under judicial supervision and repay creditors                              Current Affairs News : Fugitive tycoon Vijaya Mallya has sought the Karnataka High Court's permission to let him and his holding firm UBHL sell their assets under judicial supervision and repay creditors, including state-run banks. "UBHL (United Breweries Holding Ltd) and myself have filed an application before the Karnataka High Court on June 22, setting out available assets of about Rs 139 billion (13,900 crore)," said Mallya in a letter released on Tuesday. Mallya has requested the court's permission to allow him to sell the assets under judicial supervision and repay creditors, including the state-run banks such amounts as may be directed and determined by the court. Breaking his silence after a long time, Mallya on Tuesday said he h...

Bihar board 10th result 2018 today at 4:30 pm on biharboard.ac.in;

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BSEB Class 10 result 2018 to be declared today on biharboard.ac.in. For updates, track Business Standard Education News : BSEB Class 10 result 2018: Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is likely to announce the Bihar Class 10 Matric Result 2018 today on its official website biharboard.ac.in or biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will announce the Bihar matric results at 4:30 pm on Tuesday (26 June 2018), reports Hindustan live. On June 19, BSEB Chairman Anand Kishore held a press conference and confirmed that the Bihar 10th board result will be announced on June 26. Here how to check the Bihar 10th results or Bihar matric result 2018 Step 1: Log on to the Bihar board (BSEB) official website: biharboard.ac.in or biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in Step 2: Click on the Bihar 10th Result 2018 or BSEB Class 10 Matric Result 2018 or BSEB Matric results 2018. You can also check your marks in the results section present right-hand side o...