NewsBytes Briefing: Myanmar joins Trump in naughty corner, and more
After getting rid of former US President Donald Trump, Facebook has turned its ban hammer on foreign governments. Its latest victim is the Myanmar military establishment, which has joined Trump in Facebook jail.
Facebook removes Myanmar military's primary page; Cites repeated policy violations
Facebook has punished the Myanmar military establishment after it led the recent coup that ousted the elected government. The social media giant removed the military establishment's eponymously named Facebook page Tatmadaw, which roughly translates to True News Information Team.
Rakhi Sawant got married after being held 'at gunpoint'?
Rakhi Sawant's antics and stories kept people entertained throughout the 14th season of Bigg Boss.
LG rollable phone might never materialize following company's restructuring
LG's exciting rollable phone project may have been put on ice according to the latest reports coming out of Korea.
Amid soaring fuel prices, government body suggests using cow-dung CNG
India's national cow commission has suggested the use of cow dung-based compressed natural gas (CNG) as a cheaper and indigenous fuel.
'Money Heist' returning with Season 5, fans speculate about ending
Netflix is gearing up to release the fifth instalment of its widely popular series, Money Heist, sometime this summer.
OnePlus 9 Pro, 9E's specifications leaked: Details here
OnePlus is expected to launch the OnePlus 9, 9 Pro, and 9E (aka 9 Lite) models sometime in March.
Redmi Note 10 Pro's leaked retail box confirms punch-hole design
Redmi will launch the all-new Note 10 series, which is said to include Redmi Note 10, Note 10 Pro and Note 10 Pro Max models, on March 4.
This Yamaha R3-inspired electric motorbike offers 240km range per charge
Chinese automaker Longzu Star has introduced a new electric bike named 'HL-V6'.
Poll dates for states may be declared by March 7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hinted that the Election Commission of India (EC) may declare the Assembly election schedule for five poll-bound states and Union Territories in the first week of March.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7+, Hub 2S launched in India
Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ laptop-cum-tablet, which was announced in January this year, is now up for grabs in India. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 83,999 and is available only for educational institutions and enterprises.
Limited-run Cupra Formentor VZ5 SUV revealed: Details here
To celebrate its third anniversary, SEAT-owned Cupra has revealed a limited-run VZ5 variant of its Formentor SUV. Its production will be limited to 7,000 units.
India-specific iQOO Neo 5 spotted on Geekbench with Snapdragon 870
Vivo's sub-brand iQOO is expected to launch its iQOO Neo 5 handset in March this year. In the latest development, the phone's alleged India-specific variant has been spotted on Geekbench (via Abhishek Yadav).
Haryana schools to reopen for Classes III-V from February 24
The Haryana government on Monday announced the schools across the state will reopen for students of Classes III to V from Wednesday.
Leaked AirPods 3 images reveal in-ear design and shorter stem
Late last month, we reported that Apple's next-generation true wireless earphones (AirPods 3) could be launched by mid-2021. On Saturday, Chinese website 52audio leaked an image and some CAD renders showing off the earphones and the charging case.
Sanoj Mishra announces film on Unnao rape case, MLA Sengar
The 2017 Unnao rape scandal garnered much attention across the country and the heinous act angered everyone who read about it.
Anne Hathaway wasn't first choice for 'The Devil Wears Prada'
Fifteen years ago, Anne Hathaway bagged the role of Andrea "Andy" Sachs on The Devil Wears Prada.
Ford removes iconic Mustang model from Indian website
US automaker Ford has removed the iconic Mustang model from its Indian website. The imminent launch of the facelifted model here might be the reason behind the move.
Realme Narzo 30 Pro's prices to start at Rs. 16,000
Realme is all set to launch the Narzo 30 Pro 5G and Narzo 30A models in India on February 24. In the latest development, YouTuber Sistech Banna has leaked an image of Narzo 30 Pro 5G's retail box, revealing its list price of Rs. 16,999.
Amazon Fab Phones Fest sale: Deals on best-selling mobiles
Amazon has kicked-off a fresh round of Fab Phones Fest in India starting today. Under the sale, which will end on February 25, the e-commerce giant is offering up to 40% off on smartphones and accessories.
MP Mohan Delkar found dead in Mumbai hotel; suicide suspected
Mohan Delkar, a seven-time Member of Parliament (MP) from the Dadra and Nagar Haveli Lok Sabha constituency, was found dead at a hotel in Mumbai this afternoon.
Not the first one: Gina Carano says Disney 'bullied' her
Famed WWE star Gina Carano, who was fired from the sensational franchise of The Mandalorian over her social media comments, has called out the "bullying" techniques of Disney.
Shocked to note blatant lie: IMA questions government over 'Coronil'
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has sharply criticized the government's promotion of an "unscientific" medicine for COVID-19.
'Bhool Bhulaiyya 2' to release on November 19
After the Centre eased restrictions for cinema halls, a plethora of films got their release dates.
'Army of the Dead' to release on Netflix this May
While we obsess over the upcoming Justice League, director Zack Snyder has dropped another surprise for fans of zombie horror.
COVID-19: Private sector to have bigger role in vaccination soon
The private sector is all set to have a larger participation in India's ongoing coronavirus vaccination drive.
India-bound Triumph Trident 660 motorbike goes official in Malaysia
British automaker Triumph has launched its most affordable model, the Trident 660 middle-weight street motorcycle, in Malaysia.
India vs England, 3rd Test: Records that can be scripted
India and England are all set to face each other in the third Test of the four-match series, starting February 24 in Ahmedabad.
LG W41 series launched; prices start at Rs. 13,500
LG has launched its latest W41 series of smartphone in India at a starting price of Rs. 13,490. The line-up includes W41, W41+ and W41 Pro models.
UN chief condemns deadly violence against anti-coup protesters in Myanmar
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday condemned the use of deadly violence in Myanmar days after at least two were killed in anti-coup protests.
Taapsee Pannu, Pratik Gandhi to come together for investigative comedy
Pratik Gandhi, who wowed everyone with his performance in Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, is now taking leaps toward Bollywood and is said to have bagged a role opposite Taapsee Pannu.
Bookings of Strom R3 three-wheeler electric car open in India
Strom Motors has opened bookings for the all-electric R3 three-wheeler in India at a token amount of Rs. 10,000.
Ahead of launch, Realme GT 5G's 64MP main camera confirmed
Realme is working to introduce the GT 5G handset on March 4. In the run-up to the launch event, the company has shared a couple of teasers, confirming the key features and specifications of the handset.
2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan previewed in leaked images
German automaker Mercedes-Benz will unveil its new-generation C-Class sedan tomorrow i.e. February 23. It should arrive in India in the coming months.
New Zealand beat Australia in first T20I: Records broken
New Zealand thrashed Australia in the first T20I of the five-match series on Monday at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
Woody Allen, Soon-Yi Previn reject HBO docuseries' sexual abuse claims
Disgraced Hollywood director Woody Allen and his wife Soon-Yi Previn have disregarded the claims made by HBO docuseries Allen v. Farrow.
Redmi K40's official teaser reveals rear panel design
Redmi's flagship K40 line-up is all set to be launched on February 25. In the latest development, an official poster of the K40 handset is doing rounds online, giving us a glimpse of the back panel.
Vivo S9 5G to debut on March 3: Details here
Vivo is all set to launch its latest S9 5G model in China on March 3. The company has announced the release date via a teaser video posted on the Chinese microblogging site Weibo.
Day-Night Test cricket: India and England in numbers
India and England are set to feature in a Day-Night Test, starting February 24 at the Motera Stadium.
No relief from Centre, 4 states cut fuel prices
Even as the central government faces criticism over high fuel prices, four states have decided to offer some relief to consumers.
Watch: Varun Dhawan turns into werewolf for Dinesh Vijan's 'Bhediya'
Varun Dhawan is the latest Bollywood star to join Dinesh Vijan's horror universe, as he is working on Bhediya. The universe includes the 2018 hit Stree and the soon-to-be-released Roohi.
Renault KIGER SUV turbo-petrol review: Should you buy it?
Renault is best known for its Duster SUV in India and now it wants to replicate that same level of success with its newest offering - the KIGER.
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650 become costlier
Royal Enfield has hiked the prices of its BS6-compliant Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 motorcycles in India.
Benedict Cumberbatch roped in for 'The 39 Steps' series
Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch has been roped in for a new series based on the classic thriller The 39 Steps.
Rubina Dilaik can't believe she won 'BB14,' thanks fans
Bigg Boss 14's journey of more than 100 days ended on Sunday when TV star Rubina Dilaik lifted the coveted trophy.
2021 Tata Safari launched in India at Rs. 14.7 lakh
Tata Motors' 2021 Safari SUV, which was unveiled on January 26, has been launched in India. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 14.69 lakh.
Puducherry: Congress' Narayanasamy resigns as CM after losing majority
Puducherry Chief Minister V Narayanasamy has resigned from the top post of the Union Territory today after failing to prove that his government enjoys the majority in the Assembly.
Samsung Galaxy F62 to go on sale in India today
Samsung Galaxy F62, which was launched in India last week, will go on sale today at 12 pm via Flipkart, Samsung India's online store, Reliance Digital, and My Jio stores.
La Liga: Barcelona drop points in Messi's club-record appearance
Lionel Messi netted on his club-record 506th La Liga appearance but Barcelona were held by Cadiz.
US: Coronavirus death toll approaches grim milestone of 500,000
The United States, which has been touching one grim milestone after another since the coronavirus outbreak in late 2019, is now close to logging 500,000 deaths.
Serie A: Inter win Milan derby to stay top
Inter thrashed arch-rivals AC Milan 3-0 in their Serie A game to open a four-point lead atop.
Premier League, Manchester United 3-1 Newcastle United: Records broken
Manchester United managed to overcome a struggling Newcastle United outfit 3-1 in gameweek 25 of the Premier League 2020-21 season.
Manchester City win 13th successive Premier League game: Records broken
Manchester City have continued to dominate the numbers after winning 1-0 against Arsenal in gameweek 25 of the Premier League 2020-21 season.
Uddhav Thackeray says lockdown 'imminent' if coronavirus cases keep rising
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday said a lockdown would have to be re-imposed in the state if the daily coronavirus tally maintains the same trend for the next 8-15 days.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11 million with 14K+ new cases
India on Sunday reported more than 14,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11 million cases.
'WandaVision' is the top-rated series in the world right now
Wanda Maximoff's character and the whole MCU are keeping audiences around the globe hooked to the screen and on the edge of their seats as each episode of WandaVision peels off new layers of mysteries.
Actress Rubina Dilaik is the winner of 'Bigg Boss 14'
The fourteenth season of the controversial show Bigg Boss ended on Sunday with Rubina Dilaik emerging as the winner.
Special editions of Honda CBR150R, CBR250RR motorbikes launched in Indonesia
Japanese automaker Honda has unveiled special edition models of its CBR150R and CBR250RR motorbikes in Indonesia. Their availability in India, however, seems unlikely.
Kawasaki to launch two new bikes in India soon
Kawasaki India has shared a teaser image of two motorcycles on social media, hinting at their imminent launch. One of them will reportedly be the BS6-compliant version of the Ninja 300.
#HealthBytes: Here's why you should sleep on the left side
The duration of sleep every night coupled with a good routine contributes to the overall quality of sleep.
Porsche 911 Safari found testing in Europe, design details revealed
German automaker Porsche is expected to unveil its 911 Safari model later this year.
Maserati Grecale SUV design details revealed in teaser images
Italian automaker Maserati will unveil the Grecale SUV by the end of this year, and it will be positioned below Levante in the company's line-up.
Tata Tiago Limited Edition hatchback makes way to dealerships
The Tata Tiago Limited Edition hatchback, which was launched in India in January, has started arriving at dealerships. It is based on the standard model's XT trim and comes in three colors.
Billie Eilish seeks to restrain stranger camped outside her home
Breakout teen popstar Billie Eilish has approached a court seeking a restraining order against a man who has been threatening and harassing her since August.
Five basic types of jeans every woman must buy
Jeans are those comfort wear that's impossible to ignore, and most of us have at least that one pair that is worn and torn but still remains a favorite.
It's a miracle: FKA Twigs on surviving relationship with LaBeouf
Singer-songwriter FKA Twigs recently elaborated on the ordeals she faced in her toxic relationship with actor Shia LaBeouf of Transformers and Pieces of a Woman fame.
Five effective ways to combat the appearance of cellulite
Cellulite occurs when fat cells beneath the skin push up against the connective tissue, giving the skin a dimpled appearance.
All you should know about new social media platform Clubhouse
Clubhouse is an audio-based social networking app that allows people to participate in discussions on diverse topics of interest. They can also listen in on conversations between eminent individuals in real time by joining chat rooms.
'The Dig' review: Soothing, moving drama of humanity at war
You actually take the time out to watch any film that has Ralph Fiennes in it.
Not just Goa, these places are great water-sport destinations too
When it comes to water sports and adrenaline-pumping adventures in India, Goa is the first name that is most likely to pop into your mind.
POCO M2 Pro receives February 2021 security patch in India
After releasing an MIUI 12 overhaul package back in December last year, Xiaomi is rolling out the February 2021 Android security patch for its POCO M2 Pro smartphone in India.
Reasons to visit the land of fire and ice, Iceland
Magical and surreal are words synonymous with Iceland and this is solely due to a lack of better words in the dictionary.
Abhishek Banerjee's wife summoned by CBI in coal scam case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday served a notice to Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee's wife in connection with the coal pilferage case.
#HealthBytes: Five powerful yoga asanas to strengthen your eyes
Do your eyes ache by the end of the day and do you struggle to look at your computer or mobile screen?
Yamaha mulling launch of MT-07 based sports bike, says report
Japanese automaker Yamaha is reportedly planning to unveil a new motorbike based on the MT-07 naked streetfighter called the R7. It will sit between the R3 and R1 superbikes in the company's line-up.
India, China discuss further disengagement during 10th round of talks
India and China held the 10th round of talks to resolve a border conflict along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.
How to cut, style, and take care of frizzy hair
Some people are born with it, while others have to bear the brunt of frizzy hair due to the humidity.
Novak Djokovic wins 2021 Australian Open: Records broken
Men's world number one Novak Djokovic tamed Daniil Medvedev in the final of the Australian Open 2021 on Sunday.
John Abraham's action film 'Attack' to release on I-Day weekend
John Abraham is all set to entertain fans with lots of action with his upcoming film Attack.
Paleolithic unearthed in Anyi pushes Jiangxi's history forward 50,000 years
Li Chaorong, a researcher at the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences; Xu Changqing, from Jiangxi Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology; and Hu Xiangang, a cultural relic lover in Anyi county have been studying archaeology for 26 years.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 e-crossover to be unveiled on February 23
South Korean automaker Hyundai will unveil its first electric mid-sized crossover, the IONIQ 5, on February 23. To recall, it was showcased as the 45 Concept two years back.
Arsenal vs Man City: Head-to-head, stats and form guide
Arsenal host Manchester City in gameweek 25 of the Premier League 2020-21 season tonight.
Shahrukh Khan-starrer 'Pathan' to release in 2022
The upcoming film Pathan, which marks Shahrukh Khan's return to movies after a two-year hiatus, will be released in 2022.
Researchers successfully establish two-way communication with sleeping lucid dreamers
A group of international researchers published a technical paper on Thursday explaining that they were able to communicate in real-time with lucid dreamers.
All you need to know about the NZ-Australia T20I series
New Zealand and Australia gear up for a five-match T20I series, starting Monday at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
Few tips to achieve the right look on Zoom meetings
Dressing waist up and learning to apply just about the right amount of makeup, in a minute, has become the latest necessity.
PM Modi inaugurates BJP national office bearers' meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated a meeting of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national office bearers at the NDMC Convention Centre in Delhi.
One-handed mode spotted in Android 12's Developer Preview
Google unveiled the first Developer Preview build of Android 12 on February 18. As speculated, one of the highlights of the new OS is its one-handed mode.
La Liga: Real Madrid win to close in on Atletico
Casemiro's goal helped Real Madrid gain a crucial win in gameweek 24 of the Spanish league season.
Here's how you can give your kitchen a budget makeover
Have you ever looked around at your kitchen and felt an urge to give it an immaculate makeover, only to be disheartened about the expenses?
LastPass will paywall cross-platform support from March 16
Popular password manager service LastPass will discontinue cross-platform support for free users of the service from March 16.
Five vegan sandwich recipes that even meat lovers will dig
Sandwiches are a hot favorite among adults as well as kids and are the easiest entrées to serve.
Five foods that are worst than chocolates for your teeth
Probably the most common line that's told to children is, "Don't have chocolate, you'll end up with germs on your teeth."
Premier League, Liverpool lose Merseyside derby: Records broken
Champions Liverpool's poor run of form continued in the Premier League 2020-21 season.
New COVID-19 strains could be more infectious: AIIMS chief
New strains of the coronavirus could be more infectious, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi chief Dr. Randeep Guleria said in a recent interview.
Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan blessed with a baby boy
Embracing parenthood for the second time, actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor have become parents to a baby boy.
India vs England: Suryakumar, Ishan included in 19-man T20I squad
The BCCI has announced a 19-member Team India squad for the upcoming T20I series against England, starting March 12.
#ComicBytes: The top five weapons in the X-Men universe
X-Men are the protectors of their fellow mutants.
Akshay Kumar's 'Bell Bottom' set for a May release
The release date for Akshay Kumar's spy-thriller Bell Bottom has finally been revealed.
Vivo S9e to feature Dimensity 820 processor, AMOLED screen
Vivo is expected to announce a new S9e model alongside the S9 on March 6 in China. In the latest development, a new leak has claimed that the S9e will come with a Dimensity 820 chipset, an AMOLED display, 33W fast-charging support, and a total of five cameras including two on the front.
Ranbir-Shraddha's untitled Luv Ranjan film to release next Holi
Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor's yet-to-be-titled Luv Ranjan film is the latest to get a release date.
Redmi 9 Power's 6GB RAM variant arriving soon, prices revealed
Redmi will launch a new 6GB RAM variant of its entry-level Redmi 9 Power smartphone in India soon, according to 91mobiles. It will come with 128GB of storage and join the existing 4GB/64GB and 4GB/128GB models.
