Zayn Malik slams Grammys; 'No nomination unless you shake hands'
English singer and songwriter Zayn Malik lashed out at the Grammy Awards for allegedly being corrupt.
Instagram Captions feature will transcribe audio within your Stories
Instagram is testing a new feature called Captions which transcribes the audio of Instagram Stories.
Pakistani Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai signs Apple TV+ deal
Malala Yousafzai has signed a deal with Apple TV+ that will see her produce original content focused on women and children.
ICC Test Rankings: Rishabh Pant achieves career-best seventh position
Team India wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant has rose to seventh in the latest ICC Test Rankings for Batsmen after a productive series against England.
'Pushed by 4-5 people'; Mamata injured while campaigning in Nandigram
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reportedly sustained injuries on her leg after she was allegedly pushed in Nandigram on Wednesday.
Nokia G10 bags SIRIM certification in Malaysia: Details here
HMD Global is working to launch a new budget-range smartphone which could go official as Nokia G10.
2022 Volvo XC60, with refreshed design and new features, unveiled
Swedish automaker Volvo has unveiled the 2022 version of its XC60 luxury SUV. It should make way to dealerships in the US this summer.
Bajaj Chetak e-scooter becomes costlier by a whopping Rs. 15,000
Bajaj Auto has hiked the prices of its Chetak electric scooter in India.
POCO X3 Pro may debut in India on March 30
POCO X3 Pro is likely to be launched in India on March 30, according to a rather cryptic official teaser. The company has also hinted that the handset will be priced at around Rs. 21,000 - similar to POCO F1's pricing.
Priyanka Chopra features in British Vogue's list of 'Biggest Stars'
Priyanka Chopra Jonas never fails to impress!
No-confidence motion against Haryana government defeated in Assembly
The no-confidence motion against the Bharatiya Janata Party-Jannayak Janata Party (BJP-JJP) government in Haryana was defeated on Wednesday.
ASUS launches the ROG Phone 5 series of gaming smartphones
Expanding its portfolio of high-tech gaming smartphones, tech giant ASUS has launched the ROG Phone 5 series in India.
SKODA OCTAVIA PRO makes global debut: Details here
Czech automaker SKODA has introduced a long wheelbase model of its OCTAVIA sedan in China, called the OCTAVIA PRO.
Haridwar Kumbh Mela 2021: Dates, registration, and COVID-19 guidelines
Preparations are in full swing in Uttarakhand's Haridwar as Kumbh Mela 2021 is all set to begin on the occasion of Maha Shivratri tomorrow (March 11).
OnePlus 9 Pro to sport a 50MP ultra-wide camera
OnePlus is all set to launch its 9 and 9 Pro smartphones on March 23.
Vivo X60 series officially teased in India, launch imminent
Vivo is all set to launch its X60 series of smartphones in India soon, the company has announced via an official teaser. The line-up, already available in China, includes X60, X60 Pro, and X60 Pro+ models.
Bhumi Pednekar joins Vicky Kaushal for 'Mr. Lele'
Bhumi Pednekar is on a roll. The actress, who just wrapped up Badhaai Do with Rajkummar Rao, has come on-board for Vicky Kaushal-starrer Mr. Lele.
2021 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V motorbike launched in India
TVS Motor Company has launched the 2021 Apache RTR 160 4V sports bike in India at a starting price of Rs. 1.07 lakh.
Amitabh Bachchan becomes first Indian celebrity to receive FIAF award
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has added another feather to his hat as he will be felicitated with an award by the International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF).
Farhan's 'Toofaan' will release on May 21 on Amazon Prime
While many movies are securing theatrical release dates after the Centre eased pandemic-related restrictions, many are still sticking to the OTT platforms.
Ahead of Kerala elections, PC Chacko quits Congress alleging factionalism
Ahead of the Assembly elections in Kerala, senior Congress leader PC Chacko, 74, resigned from the party on Wednesday.
2021 Renault Triber launched at Rs. 5.3 lakh in India
French automaker Renault has launched the 2021 Triber SUV in India. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 5.3 lakh, and is offered in nine trims as well as five color schemes.
Meghan-Harry interview: Piers Morgan quits 'Good Morning Britain'
English broadcaster and Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan walked off the set on Tuesday after being called out for his comments on Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB to debut in India on March 16
Mercedes-Benz is all prepared to announce the 2021 E-Class Long Wheel Base (LWB) model in India on March 16. It was unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show last year.
Bhopal: Suspecting infidelity, man axes wife's leg and hand
A 32-year-old man allegedly attacked his wife with an axe over suspicion of an extramarital affair in Madhya Pradesh's capital city Bhopal on Tuesday night.
Russia snubs US, joins China to establish Moon base
Russia has snubbed the US to join forces with China to build a joint Moon base. The heads of Russian and Chinese space agencies signed an agreement to that effect yesterday.
Mukesh Ambani bomb scare: Facing murder allegations, Mumbai cop transferred
The Maharashtra government on Wednesday announced the transfer of Assistant Police Inspector Sachin Vaze from the Mumbai Crime Branch after the cop was accused of murdering Mansukh Hiren.
India vs England, T20Is: Records Virat Kohli can script
After winning the four-Test series 3-1, Team India will be hoping to continue in the same vein during the upcoming five-match T20I series.
Infosys: Top brands could lose $223 billion to data breaches
In a report that studies the link between Cybersecurity and its impact on brand value, Infosys and Interbrand said that the world's top 100 brands stand to lose $223 billion in the event of a data breach.
Ford EcoSport's SE variant launched at Rs. 10.5 lakh
Ford has launched the SE variant of its EcoSport SUV in India at a starting price of Rs. 10.49 lakh.
Xiaomi Mi 10S, with Snapdragon 870 processor, goes official
As the latest addition to its Mi 10 series, Xiaomi has launched the Mi 10S model in China. The handset carries a starting price-tag of CNY 3,299 (roughly Rs. 37,000) and will go on sale starting March 12.
Queen vows to look into racism claims by Harry, Meghan
The Buckingham Palace issued a statement on behalf of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II after her grandson Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle spoke about racism in the Royal family.
Tata Motors is offering discounts of up to Rs. 70,000
In order to boost sales this month, Tata Motors has announced benefits of up to Rs. 70,000 on popular models, including the Tiago, Tigor, Nexon, and Harrier.
BMW M340i xDrive launched in India at Rs. 63 lakh
German automaker BMW has launched its first locally assembled M Performance model, the 3 Series M340i xDrive in India.
Pakistan to get 'Made-in-India' COVID-19 vaccines under GAVI alliance
Pakistan will soon get Indian-made coronavirus vaccines under the United Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI), a public-private health partnership to increase access to immunization in poor countries across the globe, reports say.
Massive video surveillance hack exposes Tesla, US hospital/jail security feeds
There have been a number of hacks in recent times, but the latest security breach involving Silicon Valley start-up Verkada Inc. strangely doesn't seem to be the malicious kind.
Disney Plus acquires 100 million subscribers in 16 months
Disney Plus has scripted history as the streaming platform has amassed more than 100 million subscribers in less than a year and a half after it was launched.
IPL 2021: Dhoni returns as CSK begin training at nets
The Indian Premier League 2021 season will kick off from April 9 and Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni returned to the nets as the three-time champions began the training sessions at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Samsung Galaxy A52, A72 to be unveiled on March 17
Samsung is all set to launch its Galaxy A52 and A72 models at the Galaxy Awesome Unpacked 2021 event on March 17 at 8:30 pm in India.
Dropbox planning to acquire document-tracking service DocSend for $165 million
US file hosting service Dropbox announced that it plans to acquire DocSend for $165 million. The latter's services allow people to share files via secure links instead of attachments.
BJP government in Haryana faces no-trust motion; CM Khattar confident
On Wednesday, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Haryana, led by Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, faced a no-confidence motion, at a time when farmers' protests have taken over the state.
Piaggio celebrates Vespa's 75th anniversary with special edition models
To mark the 75th anniversary of its Vespa scooter range, Piaggio has unveiled special edition models based on the Vespa GTS and Primavera.
Australia looking to reschedule South Africa tour: Details here
Cricket Australia will look to reschedule its postponed tour of South Africa as soon as possible.
Zomato's delivery person punches woman, horrifying visuals surface
On Wednesday, a gut-wrenching video surfaced on social media, wherein a Bengaluru-based beauty influencer, Hitesha Chandranee, accused a Zomato delivery person of physically abusing her.
Huawei Mate 40E, with Kirin 990E chipset, goes official
Huawei has launched a new Mate 40E model in China. It joins the Mate 40 line-up, which was announced in October last year. The handset carries a starting price-tag of CNY 4,599 (roughly Rs. 51,500) and will go on sale starting March 18.
ICC Women's T20I Rankings: Shafali Verma rises to second spot
Indian women's cricket team batswoman Shafali Verma moved up a place to second in the ICC T20I Rankings for Women.
Realme GT 5G made $15 million revenue in 10 seconds
Realme GT 5G, which went on sale in China today through multiple online retailers, has received a good response from buyers. According to the company, it made a revenue of CNY 100 million ($15 million) in just 10 seconds of the sale.
Triumph Rocket 3 R Black, 3 GT Triple Black unveiled
Triumph Motorcycles has unveiled its Rocket 3 R Black and Rocket 3 GT Triple Black models. The motorcycles are limited to 1,000 units each and come with an authenticity certificate.
Tirath Singh Rawat takes oath as Chief Minister of Uttarakhand
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Tirath Singh Rawat took oath as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand in Dehradun this afternoon.
Borussia Dortmund through to quarters in Champions League: Records broken
Sevilla fought back from two goals down to equalize against Borussia Dortmund but that wasn't enough as the German side reached the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League.
Sarthak Agarwal's iview leverages AI to streamline recruitment
Sarthak Agarwal, an NITK graduate, laid the foundation for iview while he was still in college. What started out as a paperless selection platform for a student club at NITK, is now an Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled pre-hiring assessment platform trusted by both—start-ups and enterprises.
BAFTA Awards 2021: Adarsh Gourav earns nomination, gives epic reaction
Actor Adarsh Gourav made the whole country proud by earning a nomination in the Best Actor category at the BAFTA Awards 2021.
Champions League, Porto stun Juve on away goals: Records broken
10-man FC Porto stunned Juventus on away goals to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League 2020-21 season.
BAFTA Awards 2021: Adarsh Gourav nominated, Priyanka Chopra congratulates co-actor
Actress Priyanka Chopra congratulated her The White Tiger co-star Adarsh Gourav after he earned a nomination in the Best Actor category for the prestigious BAFTA Awards 2021.
Quad Summit: Modi will meet Biden virtually on March 12
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be meeting newly-elected United States President Joe Biden on March 12, albeit virtually, for the Quad Leaders' Summit, reports confirmed.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.26 million with 17K+ new cases
India on Tuesday reported more than 17,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.26 million cases.
NewsBytes Briefing: Tesla hooking up Texas to mega-battery, and more
Battery backup is a necessity in Third World countries, where the power grid is unreliable. However, First World countries are trying to replicate the same conditions by embracing fickle wind and solar energy.
Driverless pod taxis could connect Noida to airport in Jewar
BJP leader and Jewar legislator Dhirendra Singh told PTI that the government is considering driverless personal rapid transport (PRT) or pod taxis for last-mile connectivity between Greater Noida and Jewar.
#ComicBytes: The most iconic pets in the DC universe
DC Universe is filled with powerful superheroes and villains, responsible for mega-events.
Huawei P50, P50 Pro tipped to debut on April 17
Huawei is likely to introduce the P50 and P50 Pro smartphones in China on April 17, as per tipster Teme. According to the leak, the handsets have already entered the mass production phase.
'Gross Interference'; India summons UK envoy over farm laws debate
The central government on Tuesday summoned the British High Commissioner in India to express its disapproval over the recent discussions on farmers' protest and press freedom in the United Kingdom Parliament.
IPL 2021: Records R Ashwin can break this season
Senior Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin was voted the ICC Player of the Month for February on Tuesday.
Tesla covertly installing mega-battery to stabilize Texas power grid
While Tesla is famous for its electric cars, the company's official mission is to "accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy". Bloomberg reports that the company is currently building a battery facility at Angleton, Texas.
Apple to soon start iPhone 12's production in India
Apple will soon start manufacturing its flagship iPhone 12 model in India for the local customers, the company said, giving a big boost to the government's 'Make in India' initiative.
Jyotiraditya Scindia hits back at Rahul Gandhi's "backbencher" taunt
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Jyotiraditya Scindia today shot back at former Congress president Rahul Gandhi's comment that he had become a "backbencher" after joining the saffron party.
COVAXIN Phase-II trial interim data shows better reactogenicity, safety: Lancet
COVAXIN, the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech, has shown better reactogenicity and safety, Phase II trial interim data published in The Lancet journal showed.
Google Pixel 5a tipped to be launched on June 11
Pixel 5a could be the first smartphone from Google's stable this year and it is likely to go official as early as June. According to tipster Jon Prosser, the budget-friendly handset will be announced on June 11.
Attractive discounts and benefits announced on Toyota cars this March
In order to increase sales this month, Japanese automaker Toyota has announced attractive discounts and deals on its popular models, including the Glanza, Urban Cruiser, and Yaris.
2022 Audi Q4 e-tron EV, with augmented-reality HUD system, previewed
Ahead of its unveiling in April, German automaker Audi has previewed the 2022 Q4 e-tron compact electric SUV.
COVID-19: What precautions should be followed by those 'fully vaccinated'?
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidelines for those people who have been "fully vaccinated" against the novel coronavirus.
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Prithvi's magnificent ton steers Mumbai into semis
Mumbai captain Prithvi Shaw continues his incredible run in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Discounts worth Rs. 40,000 announced on Volkswagen Polo, Vento cars
In an attempt to increase sales, Volkswagen dealerships are offering great deals and discounts on the Polo hatchback and Vento sedan in India.
Ahead of launch, Samsung Galaxy A52 and A72's prices leaked
Samsung is likely to launch its Galaxy A52 and A72 models in India on March 17.
Samsung Galaxy A82 gets certified by Bluetooth SIG, launch imminent
Samsung is working to launch a new Galaxy A82 model in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the handset (with model number SM-A826S) has been certified by the Bluetooth SIG platform (via Abhishek Yadav).
Dell G15 gaming laptop, with up to 360Hz display, launched
Expanding its portfolio of gaming laptops, Dell has introduced the G15 model in China at a starting price of CNY 5,599 (roughly Rs. 63,000).
Low to step down as Germany manager after Euro 2020
Joachim Low will step down from his role as Germany manager after this summer's European Championships.
'Zack Snyder's Justice League' accidentally debuts on HBO Max
The highly-anticipated movie Zack Snyder's Justice League debuted on streaming platform HBO Max on Monday, due to a glitch.
Meghan Markle is a liar, using race card: Simi Garewal
The tell-all interview of Britain's Prince Harry and his American wife Meghan Markle is being discussed globally.
Trivendra Singh Rawat resigns as Uttarakhand Chief Minister
Trivendra Singh Rawat, 60, resigned as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand on Tuesday, a year before the state is due to hold Assembly elections.
Volvo XC40 Recharge, with 418km of range, unveiled in India
Swedish automaker Volvo has unveiled its XC40 Recharge all-electric SUV in India. Its bookings will commence in June while deliveries shall start from October.
OPPO F19 officially teased; to be launched in India soon
OPPO is gearing up to introduce the F19 smartphone in India soon. The handset will join the newly-launched F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ 5G models.
India Women bounce back, beat SA Women in 2nd ODI
The Indian women's cricket team staged a magnificent comeback by beating South Africa Women in the second ODI.
Manchester United's 2020-21 season in numbers
Manchester United will aim to end their season on a positive note.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali contracts coronavirus, 'Gangubai Kathiawadi's shooting stopped
Since Bollywood resumed production in full swing, many celebrities have been affected by the highly contagious COVID-19.
Delhi government allocates Rs. 50 crore for free COVID-19 shots
Delhi's Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Tuesday said that the government has allocated Rs. 50 crore for providing free of cost COVID-19 vaccine shots to the city's residents at state-run facilities, as he presented the seventh Budget of the Aam Aadmi Party-led (AAP) government.
Virat Kohli vs Rohit Sharma: Statistical comparison (T20I captaincy)
After a gripping Test series, the spotlight shifts on the shortest format as India and England are all set to compete in the T20I series.
2022 Kia EV6, with unique design and fancy lights, teased
Kia Motors has teased its 2022 EV6 crossover. It will be unveiled in the first quarter of this year and go on sale in summer.
Prior to India launch, 2021 Aprilia RS 660's prices leaked
The 2021 Aprilia RS 660 motorbike will be launched in India soon and its bookings are open. In the latest development, a leaked document (via Autocar India) has revealed that it will be priced at Rs. 13.40 lakh (ex-showroom).
Land Rover Defender wins 2021 Women's World Car award
The all-new Land Rover Defender has been crowned as the Women's World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) for 2021. The WWCOTY awards are adjudged by an all-women jury panel, including 50 motoring journalists from 38 countries.
Realme 8, 8 Pro tipped to debut on March 25
Realme 8 series may be announced in India on March 25, as per tipster Abhishek Yadav. The line-up is said to include the Realme 8, 8 Pro, and 8 Pro 5G models.
'Maitri Setu': Modi, Sheikh Hasina inaugurate India-Bangladesh bridge
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday inaugurated the 'Maitri Setu' between India and Bangladesh through video conferencing.
Manoj Bajpayee confirms 'The Family Man 2' hasn't been shelved
The second season of the web-series The Family Man hasn't been shelved, the star of the show Manoj Bajpayee confirmed on social media.
Rajasthan may exhaust COVID-19 vaccines by tomorrow; seeks Centre's help
Rajasthan is expected to run out of vaccines for COVID-19 if the central government does not step in to assist immediately, the state government has said.
Ravichandran Ashwin voted ICC Men's Player of the Month (February)
Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has been voted the Men's ICC Player of the Month for February 2021.
Oprah Winfrey netted over $7 million from Meghan-Harry's tell-all interview
Oprah Winfrey's tell-all interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, which was televised on CBS on Sunday (local time), didn't only get the whole world talking but also helped the host score big bucks.
Delhi Budget 2021: Rs. 16,377 crore allocated for education
Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia today presented the annual Budget 2021-2022 of the Delhi government in the legislative Assembly.
2021 Benelli TRK 502X launched in Europe; Indian debut soon
Italian automaker Benelli has launched the 2021 TRK 502X adventure tourer in Europe. It should join the road-focused TRK 502 in India soon.
Samsung rolls out Android 11 update for Galaxy A50
Samsung has started rolling out the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update for the Galaxy A50 model.
Indian Super League: Finalists Mumbai City FC's campaign in numbers
Mumbai City FC battled past FC Goa 6-5 in a tie-breaker to reach their maiden Indian Super League final.
'Gangubai Kathiawadi': Maharashtra Congress MLA wants movie's title changed
One of the most ambitious movies of this year, Gangubai Kathiawadi, is headed for another problem, this time over its title.
Ahead of launch, iQOO Neo5's design and display features confirmed
iQOO is all set to announce its latest flagship smartphone, the Neo5 on March 16 in China.
Motorola launches G10 Power and G30 smartphones in India
Motorola has launched the G10 Power and G30 handsets in India at a starting price of Rs. 9,999. They are currently listed on Flipkart and will go on sale next week.
Ola's factory will produce an electric scooter every two seconds
Not long after Ola Electric showed off teaser photos of its upcoming electric scooter, we have a glimpse of its massive electric vehicle factory. The manufacturing facility dedicated for electric vehicles is spread across 500 acres in the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu.
Unbreakable records held by world number one Novak Djokovic
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has set the record for most weeks at No. 1 in the 48-year history of the FedEx ATP Rankings.
This limited-run Brough Superior bike costs around Rs. 59 lakh
As a tribute to Thomas Edward Lawrence aka Lawrence of Arabia, British motorcycle brand Brough Superior has unveiled a new limited-run model, called Lawrence.
Weekend lockdown imposed in Nashik as COVID-19 cases rise
The Nashik district administration has imposed a weekend lockdown along with several restrictions starting today keeping in mind the rising coronavirus cases there.
Ranbir Kapoor contracts coronavirus; mom Neetu says he is recovering
Confirming the speculations about actor Ranbir Kapoor's health, his mother, actress Neetu Kapoor, on Tuesday revealed that he has contracted the highly-contagious COVID-19.
Lenovo Legion 2 Pro appears on Geekbench with 16GB RAM
Lenovo is working to launch its latest gaming smartphone, the Legion 2 Pro, in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the handset has been spotted on Geekbench (via Abhishek Yadav), revealing its key specifications.
Honda Activa 125 scooter is available with Rs. 5,000 cashback
Honda is offering a cashback of Rs. 5,000 on purchasing its Activa 125 scooter in India.
One-sided discussion: India condemns UK lawmakers' debate on farmers' stir
The Indian High Commission in London has objected to a debate among a handful of United Kingdom lawmakers on the "safety of farmers" and "press freedom."
Serie A, Inter extend lead at the top: Records broken
A second-half goal from defender Milan Skriniar helped Inter Milan secure a 1-0 win over Atalanta in Serie A on Monday.
Kane Williamson ruled out of Bangladesh ODIs
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series this month against Bangladesh with an elbow injury.
Premier League, Chelsea 2-0 Everton: Records broken
Chelsea maintained their unbeaten run under Thomas Tuchel as they overcame Everton 2-0 in the Premier League 2020-21 season at Stamford Bridge.
Kolkata: Nine, including firemen, killed in fire; CM visits spot
A massive fire in a high-rise building, that houses the offices of Eastern Railways, in Kolkata's Strand Road claimed the lives of nine people, including four fire department personnel.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.24 million with 15K+ new cases
India on Monday reported more than 15,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.24 million cases.
CNN, New York Times teaming up for Rupert Murdoch documentary
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch, who turns 90 this week, will be the subject of a documentary series, which is being produced in collaboration with CNN and The New York Times.
NewsBytes Briefing: Chinese hackers spook the White House, and more
A Chinese hacking group called Hafnium has exploited a security flaw in Microsoft's popular Exchange Server email software to infect hundreds of thousands of entities across the globe.
2021 Tata Safari's waiting period increases to 2.5 months
Tata Motors had launched the 2021 Safari in India last month and the deliveries commenced soon after. However, the popularity of the flagship SUV is growing as its waiting period has now increased to 2.5 months.
iQOO Z3, with Dimensity 1200 processor, could arrive by March-end
iQOO is likely to launch a new Z3 smartphone in China by the end of March. In the latest development, a Chinese tipster has claimed that the handset will feature a 144Hz screen refresh rate, a Dimensity 1200 chipset, and a 48MP main camera.
