02 Mar 2021

Alec Baldwin, wife Hilaria welcome their sixth child

30 Rock actor and Match Game host Alec Baldwin and his wife Hilaria Baldwin welcomed a new family member recently.

NewsBytes Briefing: Amazon accused of discriminating against blacks, and more

Not long after being caught stealing tips from its drivers, Amazon follows in Google's footsteps and gets accused of discriminating against a black employee.

Haryana to reserve 75% private sector jobs for locals

The Haryana Governor Satyadeo Narain Arya on Tuesday approved a bill reserving 75% of jobs in the private sector for the people of the state.

BJP minister sparks row after getting COVID-19 vaccine at home

Karnataka Minister BC Patil today sparked controversy as he took the COVID-19 vaccine at his home instead of a designated hospital.

Elon Musk tops Hurun Global Rich List, Ambani ranked eighth

In the Hurun Global Rich List published on Tuesday, Mukesh Ambani ranked eighth, while Tesla CEO Elon Musk is on the top. The list ranked 3,228 billionaires from 68 countries.

'PSL more rewarding than IPL', feels fast bowler Dale Steyn

Star fast bowler Dale Steyn believes playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and Lanka Premier League (LPL) is more rewarding as a player.

'Kurukshetra' actor Salil Ankola tests positive for COVID-19; gets hospitalized

Salil Ankola is the latest Bollywood celebrity to have contracted the contagious coronavirus.

Mercedes-AMG F1 W12 E Performance racing car unveiled: Details here

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled its Formula 1 car for 2021, called the F1 W12 E Performance. Lewis Hamilton will use it with an aim to win the record eighth world championship title for the German automaker.

Realme 8 Pro will sport Samsung-sourced 108MP HM2 main camera

At its 2021 Camera Innovation Event, Realme has revealed that the 8 Pro will have a 108MP Samsung HM2 main camera with features like in-sensor zoom, updated starry mode, and 'world's first tilt-shift time-lapse' on a smartphone.

Ahead of launch, Ford EcoSport SE teased in India

Ford is expected to launch the SE variant of its EcoSport SUV in India by next week. In the latest development, the automaker has teased the car on Twitter, revealing that the SE will be slightly different from the standard model.

Virali Modi: The disability rights activist you should know about

At 15, she became wheelchair-dependent and today, she's a motivational speaker, model, disability rights activist and an influencer, having spoken on TEDx thrice to astounding ovation.

Congress leaders Anand Sharma, Adhir Chowdhury bicker over ISF alliance

After Congress leader Anand Sharma criticized his party's alliance with the Indian Secular Front (ISF) for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, fellow party leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury delivered a stinging response.

Maharashtra: 26 government officials test positive for coronavirus

Amid a spike in coronavirus cases in Maharashtra, at least 26 government officials tested positive for the virus on Monday.

OPPO F19 Pro to debut in India on March 8

OPPO will launch the F19 Pro model in India on March 8 at 7 pm, a now-removed Flipkart banner has confirmed (via GSMArena). The handset is likely to be joined by a Pro+ 5G model, which was teased by Amazon yesterday.

2021 Bajaj Platina 100 ES motorbike launched at Rs. 54,000

Bajaj Auto has launched the Electric Start (ES) variant of its Platina 100 motorbike in India. Its bookings are open across all authorized dealerships in the country.

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LG launches OLED 48CX TV at Rs. 2 lakh

Expanding its portfolio of OLED TVs in India, South Korean tech giant LG has launched the OLED 48CX model. It carries a price-tag of Rs. 1.99 lakh and is available for purchase via LG Brand stores across the country.

Kangana Ranaut moves SC seeking transfer of cases to Himachal

Bollywood actor, Kangana Ranaut, who often surfaces in the news for her statements, has now approached the Supreme Court, seeking the transfer of cases to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, her home state, reports Live Law.

Virat Kohli vs MS Dhoni: Statistical comparison (Test captaincy)

Virat Kohli stepped down as India's captain in Test cricket on Saturday.

Red Magic 6 to offer 'RAM Boost' technology: Details here

Nubia will unveil the Red Magic 6 gaming smartphone on March 4. In the latest development, the company's president Ni Fei has revealed that the handset will feature a 'RAM Boost' technology that will virtually expand the onboard memory for handling memory intensive tasks.

2021 Hyundai BAYON, with sporty looks and multiple engines, revealed

South Korean automaker Hyundai has revealed its 2021 BAYON subcompact crossover for the European market. It is based on the current-generation i20 hatchback.

Ahan Shetty to debut with 'Tadap,' release date out

Ahan Shetty is all set to walk in his father Suniel Shetty's footsteps with his debut film Tadap. He will be seen opposite Tara Sutaria.

First-ever hotel in outer space to be ready by 2027

An out-of-the-world hotel experience will no longer be just a metaphor a few years down the line.

Rapper T.I. dropped from 'Ant-Man 3' amid sexual abuse allegations

Rapper T.I. will not return in the forthcoming third installment of the Ant-Man franchise.

Windies vs Sri Lanka, T20Is: Records that can be scripted

West Indies and Sri Lanka are all set to face each other in a three-match T20I series and one expects a cracking contest with the ICC World T20 in mind.

Uttar Pradesh: Molestation accused kills victim's father in Hathras

A man who was briefly jailed in a molestation case in 2018 allegedly shot dead the father of the victim on Monday in Uttar Pradesh.

'Dhamaka' teaser: Kartik Aaryan vows to tell just the truth

The teaser of Kartik Aaryan's Dhamaka released today and it is already impressing fans.

Maruti Suzuki commences deliveries of 2021 Swift hatchback in India

Maruti Suzuki has commenced the deliveries of the 2021 Swift hatchback in India. It is offered in five variants: Lxi, VXi, ZXi, ZXi+, and ZXi+ dual-tone.

Mi 10T becomes cheaper in India by Rs. 3,000

Xiaomi's Mi 10T, which was launched in India last October, has received a permanent price-cut of Rs. 3,000. Following the price-revision, the handset now starts at Rs. 32,999 for the 6GB/128GB model.

Samsung Galaxy A32 4G to cost Rs. 22,000 in India

Samsung's Galaxy A32 4G model, which is set to go on sale in India on March 5, will carry a price-tag of Rs. 21,999, tipster Ishan Agarwal has claimed.

Root, Ashwin nominated for ICC Player of the Month (February)

England Test captain Joe Root and Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin have been nominated for the Player of the Month awards by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for the month of February.

Parineeti Chopra's 'Saina' will release on March 26

Parineeti Chopra's Saina, a biopic based on the life and struggles of star shuttler Saina Nehwal, will release on March 26.

La Liga 2020-21: Analyzing the race for the top four

A three-way battle for the Spanish league title is awaiting us in the ongoing 2020-21 season.

Farmers' protest: One side of Ghazipur border reopens for traffic

Vehicular movement was partially resumed at the Delhi-Ghaziabad Ghazipur border over a month after being shut.

POCO F3 to debut as a rebadged Redmi K40

POCO's upcoming F3 handset is rumored to debut globally as a rebranded version of the recently-announced Redmi K40.

Lamborghini Urus's sales hit a ton in India: Details here

In a proud moment for Automobili Lamborghini, the Urus SUV has set a new milestone by selling 100 units in India.

This is the world's first smartphone with carbon fiber monocoque

Germany-based Carbon Mobile has launched the Carbon 1 MK II as the world's first smartphone with a carbon fiber monocoque.

'Pineapple Express' star Seth Rogen launches weed company

Seth Rogen's love for weed is unmistakable and now, he is building his passion into a full-fledged business in America.

Roger Federer withdraws from Miami Open, will continue to train

Swiss maestro Roger Federer has pulled out of the impending Miami Open in order to extend his preparation.

Ibrahimovic set to miss Manchester United Europa League tie

Veteran forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic is set to miss the Europa League last 16 tie with Manchester United this month.

Instagram's Live Rooms feature will allow broadcasts with four people

Instagram has announced a new feature called Live Rooms. It will allow a host and three participants in an Instagram Live session. Previously people could host sessions with just one other person.

BS6 CFMoto 300NK launched in India at Rs. 2.29 lakh

Chinese automaker CFMoto has launched the BS6-compliant version of its 300NK motorbike in India.

Gujarat local body poll results: BJP takes the lead

Votes for 81 municipalities, 31 district panchayats, and 231 taluka panchayats in Gujarat are being counted today.

Rain, snow in Western Himalayas during March first week: IMD

Consecutive Western Disturbances are expected to bring light, scattered rain and snow to the Western Himalayan region through the first week of March, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Hindustan Times reports.

2021 Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle to be launched in India soon

Japanese automaker Suzuki has confirmed that the 2021 Hayabusa motorbike will be launched in India soon. However, the launch date has not been revealed till now.

'Wonder Woman' Gal Gadot pregnant with third child

Israeli actress and model, Gal Gadot, is set to become a mother for the third time. She announced the good news on her Twitter and Instagram handles not long ago.

OnePlus 9 series-related announcement expected on March 8

OnePlus is working on its 9 series of smartphones, which is said to include 9, 9 Pro, and 9R models.

UK, Ireland to bid for 2030 FIFA World Cup

Ireland will be part of a bid with the UK to host the FIFA World Cup in 2030.

Ahead of launch, OPPO Find X3 series' full specifications leaked

OPPO is all set to announce the Find X3 series of smartphones on March 11. The line-up is said to include X3 Pro, X3 Neo, and X3 Lite models.

India's Jasprit Bumrah expected to miss ODIs against England

Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is expected to miss the three-match ODI series against England.

Arjun, Rakul's 'Sardar Ka Grandson' to release on Netflix

While many movies are taking the big screen route as the coronavirus restrictions have eased, the love for OTT is still going strong.

Qatar Open: Sania Mirza makes winning return to WTA circuit

Indian tennis star Sania Mirza made a winning return to the WTA circuit at the Qatar Open.

2021 TVS Star City Plus motorbike launched at Rs. 68,500

TVS Motor Company has launched the 2021 Star City Plus motorbike in India.

Kohli becomes first cricketer to touch 100 million Instagram followers

Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli has become the first cricketer to get 100 million followers on Instagram.

La Liga, Real Madrid salvage draw against Sociedad: Records broken

A late strike by forward Vinicius Junior helped Real Madrid steal a draw against Real Sociedad in La Liga on Monday.

Bobby Deol in talks for 'Arth' remake

Putting an end to speculations, Bollywood actor Bobby Deol has confirmed that a remake of the 1982 cult classic Arth is in making.

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Twitter hashtags must be seen as political advertisements, suggests panel

An expert committee has said that hashtag trends on Twitter must be seen as political advertisements during the election process, TOI reported on Tuesday.

Phase two, day one: 1.46 lakh vaccinated, 29 lakh registered

On Monday, when India kick-started the second phase of the coronavirus vaccination drive, 1.46 lakh people were inoculated with the first dose, reports IE.

Volvo XC40 Recharge electric SUV receives first OTA software update

Volvo has started releasing the first-ever over-the-air (OTA) software update for its XC40 Recharge electric SUV in Europe.

Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 update rolled out for OnePlus Nord

OnePlus has started releasing Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 stable update for the Nord model.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.12 million with 12K+ new cases

India on Monday reported more than 12,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.12 million cases.

ASUS ROG Phone 5 spotted on Geekbench with 18GB RAM

ASUS is all set to launch the ROG Phone 5 model on March 10. In the latest development, the smartphone has been spotted (via MySmartPrice) on Geekbench once again, but this time with an enormous 18GB of RAM.

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy F62 available with cashback worth Rs. 2,500

If you are planning to buy a latest mid-range smartphone, this might be a good deal for you. Flipkart is offering the Samsung Galaxy F62 model with Rs. 2,500 instant cashback on transactions via ICICI Bank Credit and Debit cards.

01 Mar 2021

Interesting moments from Golden Globes 2021 you must not miss

The Golden Globes 2021 was filled with tongue-in-cheek moments and you have the hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler to thank!

Prince Philip transferred to different hospital; to undergo heart tests

Queen Elizabeth II's husband, Prince Philip (99), was on Monday transferred to St Bartholomew's Hospital after spending nearly two weeks at a private London hospital, the Buckingham Palace said in a statement.

India vs England, 4th Test: Records that can be scripted

India and England are all set to lock horns in the final Test of the four-match series in Ahmedabad.

Supreme Court judges, their families to be vaccinated from tomorrow

Starting Tuesday, judges of the Supreme Court and their families will receive COVID-19 vaccine shots.

Bajaj Platina 110 motorbike, with single-channel ABS, launched in India

Bajaj Auto has launched the single-channel ABS variant of its Platina 110 commuter motorbike in India.

OPPO Find X3 Pro will be launched on March 11

OPPO is all set to launch its flagship Find X3 Pro model on March 11. The event will commence at 5 pm (IST) and will be live-streamed on YouTube.

Red Magic 6 will support 500Hz touch sampling rate

Nubia's latest gaming smartphone, the Red Magic 6, is all set to be launched on March 4.

Citroen C5 Aircross to be launched in April; bookings open

Prior to its launch in April, Citroen has started accepting bookings for its C5 Aircross SUV in India against a token amount of Rs. 50,000. It can be booked via its dealerships or official website.

Prior to launch, Okinawa teases its Oki100 electric motorcycle

Ahead of its launch in India, Okinawa has teased the Oki100 electric motorcycle.

Marathi actress molested by drunk driver in Mumbai

A Marathi film actress was allegedly harassed in Mumbai on Friday.

The top ten coaches to look out for in 2021

Clark Bartram strives to help men take back control of their lives with his five Lifestyle Principles: Mindset, Meals, Movement, Community, and Supplementation.

Samsung Galaxy M12 to be launched on March 11

Samsung is all set to launch its Galaxy M12 model in India on March 11 at 12 noon, an Amazon microsite has confirmed. The listing has also revealed the key features and specifications of the handset.

Tata HBX confirmed to be launched in 2021

Tata Motors will launch its HBX SUV in India later this year, the company has confirmed. It will likely be called 'Hornbill.'

Cadillac Celestiq flagship electric sedan to be unveiled this summer

General Motors will reportedly unveil its Cadillac Celestiq electric sedan this summer around July-August.

Bailable warrant against Kangana Ranaut in Javed Akhtar's defamation case

A court in Mumbai today issued a bailable warrant against film actor Kangana Ranaut after she failed to appear before it in connection with a criminal defamation complaint filed against her by lyricist and poet Javed Akhtar, reports say.

Mansi Sehgal, Miss India Delhi 2019, joins Aam Aadmi Party

Miss India Delhi 2019 Mansi Sehgal has taken a decisive leap into politics as she joined Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Monday.

PepsiCo signs Aryaan Arora for Mountain Dew's upcoming commercial

PepsiCo has officially signed American actor/singer Aryaan Arora for their upcoming commercial for Mountain Dew.

Golden Globes 2021: Looking at the biggest snubs

Golden Globes 2021, which was held on February 28 (local time), dished out some unforeseen victories and remedial actions after prominent media scrutiny.

310 weeks and counting! Djokovic equals all-time record of Federer

Serbian maestro Novak Djokovic has equaled Roger Federer's all-time record for most weeks as number one player in the ATP Rankings.

Top coaches share 9 tips to smash this year's goals

Times are tough at the moment, especially during this COVID-19 pandemic. You may be finding it hard to stay motivated, and could be unable to accomplish what you have planned.

Bihar to offer free COVID-19 vaccines, even at private hospitals

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday said that COVID-19 vaccines across the state will be free of cost.

Hyundai BAYON SUV to make global debut on March 2

South Korean automaker Hyundai will unveil its BAYON model tomorrow, i.e. March 2. It will be the company's smallest SUV and shall be initially available in Europe.

Samsung Galaxy A32 to debut in India on March 5

Samsung Galaxy A32, which is available in Europe and Thailand, will be launched in India on March 5 and go on sale the same day, according to Gadgets360.

Samsung Galaxy A52's camera and display specifications leaked

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy A52 model soon. In the latest development, tipster Roland Quandt has revealed the handset's display and camera specifications.

Tamil Nadu: FIR against Special DGP over sexual assault allegations

The Crime Branch CID (CB-CID) of the Tamil Nadu Police on Sunday registered a First Information Report (FIR) against former Special Director General of Police Rajesh Das over allegations of sexual harassment leveled against him by a woman IPS officer.

Gionee Max Pro launched in India at Rs. 7,000

Expanding its portfolio of budget smartphones, Gionee has launched the Max Pro model in India at Rs. 6,999. It will go on sale via Flipkart in the coming days.

Alia Bhatt joins hands with Shah Rukh Khan for 'Darlings'

After announcing her production company 'Eternal Sunshine Productions,' Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt on Monday revealed the first project to be bankrolled by her.

Chinese hackers targeted 12 Indian organizations; infiltrated power sector: Study

Chinese state-sponsored hacker groups have targeted over 12 Indian state-run organizations, primarily power utilities and load dispatch centers since mid-2020, a cyber intelligence company has said in its report.

Big B undergoes eye surgery, asks fans to excuse typos

Amitabh Bachchan just went under the knife for an eye-related issue.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine first impression: A feature-packed compact luxury sedan

The compact luxury segment witnessed a resurgence last year when BMW launched its 2 Series Gran Coupe in India. Now, Mercedes-Benz is all set to introduce its A-Class Limousine in a few days time with diesel and petrol engine choices.

2021 SKODA FABIA hatchback previewed in official images: Details here

Prior to its global debut later this year, SKODA has shared images of a production-ready model of the 2021 FABIA hatchback, fully covered in camouflage skin.

OPPO F19 Pro, Pro+ teased in India; key specifications leaked

OPPO is all set to launch its F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ 5G handsets in India in the coming days. Amazon India has created a dedicated microsite for the devices, revealing that they will be announced soon.

Ahead of launch, OnePlus 9 Pro's camera details leaked

OnePlus is working to launch the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro models sometime later this month.

Unavailable slots, registration glitches: Co-WIN app faces issues

The Co-WIN platform, which is used to register for COVID-19 vaccination, faced several minor glitches today, just as the second phase of India's coronavirus vaccination program commenced.

Alia Bhatt turns producer, introduces her company 'Eternal Sunshine Productions'

After impressing viewers with her performances, Alia Bhatt has now ventured into production. Yesterday, she announced the launch of her production house Eternal Sunshine Productions.

Top 10 female life coaches to follow in 2021

A life coach is a wellness professional who helps people attain their goals in life. They aid their clients in improving their relationships, careers, and day-to-day lives.

Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor's 'Animal' secures a Dusshera 2022 release

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor's ambitious project, which also stars Anil Kapoor, Parineeti Chopra, and Bobby Deol, will release on Dusshera next year, the makers revealed on Monday.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020/21: Devdutt Padikkal slams third consecutive ton

Young Karnataka batsman Devdutt Padikkal continued his incredible run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with a third successive century on Sunday.

Tata Altroz v/s Mahindra XUV300: Which one should you buy?

Thanks to increased awareness, safety has become one of the most important factors taken into consideration while buying a new car in India.

MG ZS (petrol) SUV could be called Astor in India

The petrol-powered iteration of the MG ZS SUV in India will be launched by the third quarter of 2021 and shall reportedly carry the Astor moniker. It will be positioned below the Hector in the company's line-up.

Redmi Note 10's specifications leaked: Snapdragon 678 processor, 48MP camera

Redmi is all set to launch the Note 10, Note 10 Pro, and Note 10 Pro Max models in India on March 4.

AstraZeneca has sold its stake in Moderna for $1 billion

British pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca Plc has sold its 7.7 percent stake in Moderna Inc., the American pharmaceutical giant, for more than $1 billion, according to a report in The Times.

Realme X9 Pro to feature Dimensity 1200 chipset, 108MP camera

Realme is expected to launch the X9 Pro smartphone in the coming weeks. In the latest development, a Chinese tipster has leaked the key specifications of the phone.

Ta-Nehisi Coates penning script for DC 'Superman' reboot

DC fans will get to see a fresh take on the Kryptonian alien-turned-superhero for the earth.

Premier League, Tottenham Hotspur thrash Burnley 4-0: Records broken

A comprehensive display by Gareth Bale handed Tottenham Hotspur a 4-0 win over Burnley in the Premier League on Sunday.

Premier League, Liverpool 2-0 Sheffield United: Records broken

A strike by Curtis Jones powered Liverpool to a 2-0 win over bottom side Sheffield United in the Premier League on Sunday.

'Journey far from over,' says Trump, teases another presidential run

In his first public appearance after exiting the Oval Office, former United States President Donald Trump said his political journey is far from over, suggesting that he may launch a third presidential bid.

Golden Globes 2021: 'The Crown,' 'Schitt's Creek' win big

The Golden Globes 2021 showered praises and accolades on two of the most happening shows right now: The Crown and Schitt's Creek.

PM Modi gets the first shot of coronavirus vaccine

On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the first shot of the coronavirus vaccine, just as the campaign to inoculate those above 60 and above 45 with illnesses started nationwide.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.11 million with 15K+ new cases

India on Sunday reported more than 15,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.11 million cases.

#HealthBytes: Carpal tunnel syndrome - its causes, symptoms, and prevention

The carpal tunnel is located on the palm side of the hand and is a narrow passage surrounded by bones and ligaments.

Gionee Max Pro to debut in India on March 1

Gionee's budget-range handset, the Max Pro, is set to be launched on March 1 at 12 pm. A Flipkart microsite has also been created for the handset, confirming its availability and some of the key specifications.

Premier League, Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United: Records broken

Chelsea and Manchester United played out a goalless draw in gameweek 26 of the Premier League 2020-21 season.

Ford EcoSport SE's India launch tipped for March second week

Ford's upcoming SE variant of its EcoSport SUV is in the works to be launched in India in the second week of March this year, as per CarWale.