India beat England in fourth T20I: Records broken
India beat England in the fourth T20I on Thursday to square the five-match series 2-2.
Arun Govil joins BJP; party announces 148 Bengal poll candidates
Actor Arun Govil, who is best known for playing the role of Lord Rama in the 1987 television show Ramayana, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in New Delhi on Thursday.
India vs England, 4th T20I: Hosts set target of 186
Team India rode on Suryakumar Yadav's 57-run knock to post 185/8 in the fourth T20I against England on Thursday in Ahmedabad.
Rohit Sharma completes 9,000 runs in T20 cricket: Details here
Senior Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma scripted a new milestone on Thursday.
Chandigarh woman's eyes bleed when she's menstruating. Find out why
In a bizarre medical case, doctors were puzzled to see a woman walk into the emergency room at a hospital in Chandigarh crying tears of blood.
Facebook Groups see sweeping policy changes following Capitol Hill incident
After it was revealed that Capitol Hill attack was coordinated over Facebook Groups, the social media giant has swung into action.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain delisted in India
Mercedes-Benz has removed the All-Terrain variant of its E-Class sedan from the Indian website, suggesting a possible discontinuation of the car. It arrived in 2018 as a completely built unit, carrying a price-tag of Rs. 77.25 lakh.
Triumph Trident 660 motorbike to be launched in India soon
British automaker Triumph has announced that it will launch its Trident 660 motorcycle in India soon. Its bookings are underway against a token amount of Rs. 50,000.
OPPO A54 bags FCC and BIS certifications; India launch imminent
OPPO is expected to announce its A54 model sometime in June. In the latest development, the handset (model number CPH2239) has been spotted on FCC and BIS certification sites, confirming its arrival in India.
Supreme Court sets aside 'rakhi-for-bail' order in sexual assault case
The Supreme Court on Thursday set aside a judgment of the Madhya Pradesh High Court in a sexual assault case wherein the accused was asked to get a "rakhi" tied by the victim to get bail.
India vs England, 4th T20I: Surya returns, Rahul Chahar selected
India and England are set to meet each other in the fourth T20I on Thursday in Ahmedabad.
'Zack Snyder's Justice League' leaked on torrent sites before release
Zack Snyder's Justice League has reportedly been leaked on torrent sites and other file-sharing networks like Telegram.
India vs England, 4th T20I: Visitors elect to bowl first
India and England are set to face each other in the fourth T20I on Thursday in Ahmedabad.
Can vaccinate everyone in Delhi in 3 months: CM Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday appealed to the central government to allow coronavirus vaccination for all citizens aged above 18.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE tipped to debut on August 19
Samsung will introduce its Galaxy S21 FE (Fan Edition) model on August 19, tipster Evan Blass has claimed citing a leaked document detailing the tech giant's product launch timeline.
SKODA KUSHAQ SUV revealed; India launch in the coming weeks
Czech automaker SKODA has revealed the KUSHAQ SUV in production-specific form. It will arrive in India in the coming weeks.
BMW to launch R 18 Bagger motorcycle later this year
BMW Motorrad will launch the Bagger variant of its R 18 cruiser motorcycle within the next few months. It should also arrive in India.
Next-generation Ferrari hybrid hypercar spotted testing; design details revealed
Ferrari will unveil a new hybrid hypercar in 2022 or early-2023 that is likely to replace the LaFerrari.
Ahead of launch, Moto G100's prices leaked
Motorola is all prepared to launch the Moto G100 handset on March 25. In the latest development, a Spanish retailer has listed the 8GB/128GB model of the smartphone with a price-tag of €478 (roughly Rs. 42,000).
Mi MIX 4 tipped to feature 120x zoom, in-display camera
Tipster Xiaomiui has revealed the key specifications of a new Xiaomi handset (model number K2B), which is believed to be the flagship Mi MIX 4.
'Shikara' actor Aadil Khan bags second season of 'Special OPS'
Newcomer Aadil Khan, who was appreciated for his performance in Shikara, has now bagged a prestigious project.
CBI books Cadbury for corruption, fraud; several premises searched
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has booked Cadbury India Private Limited (now known as Mondelez Foods Private Limited) for alleged corruption for obtaining licenses for its factory in Himachal Pradesh, officials said on Wednesday.
'Chehre' trailer: Rhea Chakraborty finally makes an appearance
The trailer of Amitabh Bachchan, Emraan Hashmi-starrer Chehre has dropped and we have a promising tale on our hands.
Toll booths to go; GPS-based collection within one year: Centre
India will do away with toll collection booths on highways and implement a complete GPS-based toll collection system within one year, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday.
Indian organizations record highest adoption of digital tools during pandemic
A new survey from Ernst & Young Global (EY) and Imperial College London's Institute of Global Health Innovation (IGHI) revealed that India has witnessed the highest adoption of digital technologies by organizations specializing in Health and Human Services (HHS).
Ryan Gosling-Chris Evans' 'The Gray Man' starts production
Highly-anticipated Netflix drama The Gray Man has finally begun shooting.
Why is #RippedJeans trending on Indian Twitter?
Indian Twitter users have decided to school Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat for his comments on women wearing ripped jeans.
Volkswagen Group's EV plans push market value toward $150 billion
With a 9% surge in stock prices, Volkswagen's market value is staring at $150 billion as the world's second-largest automaker has shared details about its expansion in electric driving.
iQOO 7 and Neo5 bag BIS certification, India launch imminent
iQOO 7 and Neo5 smartphones, which have already made their debut in China, are expected to arrive in India soon.
OPPO Find X3 Pro's update brings 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate
OPPO has released a new update for its recently-launched Find X3 Pro model that brings support for 1-120Hz adaptive screen refresh rate on the flagship smartphone.
After PB Mehta's exit, economist Arvind Subramanian quits Ashoka University
Economist Arvind Subramanian has resigned as professor from Ashoka University, days after noted columnist and political commentator Pratap Bhanu Mehta's exit.
Russia recalls envoy after Biden slams Putin over election meddling
Russia recalled its ambassador from Washington for talks on Wednesday.
Angelina claims she has proof of domestic violence by Brad
In a shocking new court filing, actress Angelina Jolie has offered to furnish proof to substantiate domestic violence allegations against her ex-husband, actor Brad Pitt.
OnePlus 9 series to feature 1-120Hz adaptive screen refresh rate
OnePlus is all set to launch its latest flagship smartphones, OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro on March 23.
Realme GT Neo to debut in China on March 31
Chinese tech giant Realme will launch a new GT Neo model in its home country on March 31, the company has announced.
2021 Benelli TRK 502X motorbike launched at Rs. 5.19 lakh
Italian automaker Benelli has launched the 2021 version of its TRK 502X adventure tourer in India. It can be booked against a token amount of Rs. 10,000.
Decoding KL Rahul's performance in T20Is
Indian batsman KL Rahul has failed to do well in the ongoing T20I series against England.
Author seeks speedy justice in copyright case against Kangana Ranaut
Author Ashish Kaul, who had filed a case against Kangana Ranaut, has now approached the police seeking speedy justice.
PM Modi takes a dig at TMC's 'Khela Hobe' slogan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today took a dig at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress party's election slogan - "Khela Hobe" (Let's play).
Peugeot 308 hatchback, with refreshed look and new features, revealed
French automaker Peugeot has revealed its third-generation Peugeot 308 hatchback. It will be up for grabs in Europe in the second half of this year.
Hyundai STARIA MPV, with futuristic looks and spacious cabin, revealed
As a replacement to the Starex MPV sold in the international markets, South Korean automaker Hyundai has revealed its STARIA model.
Maruti Suzuki Swift (facelift) review: Should you buy it?
Despite our current obsession with SUVs, the Maruti Suzuki Swift still happens to be the best selling car in India.
'Ram Setu': Akshay Kumar and team leave for Ayodhya
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar zoomed off to Ayodhya on Thursday to film the muhurat shot of his next project, Ram Setu.
'Killing Eve' to end with Season 4; Spin-offs being explored
British spy-thriller TV series Killing Eve will be concluding next year with its upcoming fourth season being the last.
BTS's 'Dynamite' sets another Guinness World Record
The South Korean boyband BTS, which is making waves globally, has now added another feather to its hat. On Tuesday, the Guinness World Records announced that the septet has secured another record with their song Dynamite.
All England Championships: PV Sindhu makes a winning start
Reigning world champion PV Sindhu started well at the All England Badminton Championships.
Latest Fortnite season adds Lara Croft and Neymar Jr.
The undisputed king of battle royale games, and favorite of 11-year-olds everywhere, Fortnite has launched Season 6 with a new battle pass and a barrage of new skins.
Karnataka: Manipal Institute declared containment zone after 52 COVID-19 cases
The campus of the Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), an engineering college located in Udupi district, Karnataka, was on Wednesday declared a containment zone by the Udupi district administration.
Samsung Galaxy M12's first sale in India today
Samsung Galaxy M12 is all set to go on its first sale in India today at 12 pm via Amazon and Samsung's online store. The handset carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 10,999.
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max's first sale in India today
Redmi Note 10 series was launched earlier this month and the Note 10 and Note 10 Pro models are already up for purchase in India.
Champions League, holders Bayern through to quarters: Records broken
Bayern Munich cruised into the quarter-finals of the Champions League with a win over Lazio.
Rajkummar Rao, Huma Qureshi to star in Sriram Raghavan's next
Actors Rajkummar Rao and Huma Qureshi are reportedly teaming up for Sriram Raghavan's next film, Monica O My Darling. The film will release on Netflix.
Champions League, Chelsea get past Atletico Madrid: Records broken
Thomas Tuchel has continued his unbeaten run as Chelsea boss in all competitions since taking over from Frank Lampard.
Salman Khan's 'Radhe' to stream on ZEEPLEX soon after release
Superstar Salman Khan's Eid release, Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai, is undoubtedly one of the most-anticipated movies of 2021.
Ritika, Geeta Phogat's cousin, dies by suicide after losing match
In a shocking piece of news, Ritika Phogat, the cousin of famous wrestlers Geeta and Babita Phogat, allegedly committed suicide after she lost a match.
Tanzania's President John Magufuli dies at 61
Tanzania's President John Magufuli has died at the age of 61, the country's Vice-President Samia Suluhu Hassan said in a televised address on Wednesday (local time).
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.47 million with 35K+ new cases
India on Wednesday reported more than 35,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.47 million cases.
NewsBytes Briefing: Facebook develops concern for human rights, and more
Last time Apple feigned privacy concerns, that was revealed to be a ploy to ruin Facebook by going after its ad revenues. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg had responded by famously asking employees "to inflict pain" on Apple.
Facebook's new platform for independent writers targets newsletter business
Facebook has recently announced that it has begun work on a new platform for independent writers and journalists.
Kriti Sanon to join Kartik Aaryan in 'Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo' remake?
Luka Chuppi pair Kriti Sanon and Kartik Aaryan will grace the screen again together if the actress is able to manage dates.
Samsung releases One UI 3.1 update for Galaxy A70
Samsung has started releasing the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update for the Galaxy A70 model.
SC hears plea on 3cr ration cards' cancellation over Aadhaar
The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought the central government's response on a plea regarding the cancellation of three crore ration cards for not linking them with Aadhaar cards.
Samsung Galaxy A52, A52 5G, and A72 launched: Details here
Samsung has launched its latest mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy A52, A52 5G, and A72 at the 'Galaxy Awesome Unpacked 2021' event.
Vivo Y72 5G to be launched on March 22
Vivo will launch a new Y72 5G model in Thailand on March 22, an official teaser image posted on Facebook has confirmed. The post has also revealed the design and key specifications of the handset.
Realme GT 5G banned by AnTuTu benchmark over alleged cheating
A week after Realme's flagship GT 5G went on sale in China, processor benchmarking platform AnTuTu has banned the smartphone for three months over manipulating the scores.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Problems which India need to address in T20Is
After making a comeback in the five-match series, India lost the third T20I to England.
This super-exclusive 1kg 24-carat gold iPhone costs Rs. 1.15 crore
Russian luxury brand Caviar is out with a limited-edition iPhone 12 Pro which carries an astronomical price-tag of Rs. 1.15 crore. What's so special?
Toyota 'Aygo X prologue' concept car previews upcoming third-generation model
Japanese automaker Honda has revealed its 'Aygo X prologue' concept car. The production model shall be unveiled by the end of this year or early-2022.
Ambani bomb scare: Mumbai Police chief Param Bir Singh transferred
Amid the investigation into the Mukesh Ambani bomb threat case, Param Bir Singh was on Wednesday removed as the Mumbai Police chief and transferred.
Soon, there could be a four-day work week in Spain
Spain could soon become one of the first countries in the world to try out the four-day working week system.
Wikipedia will charge Big Tech for leeching off its content
While the Big Tech loves taking exorbitant revenue cuts from developers and businesses for the use of their platform, Apple, Amazon, and Google have been freeloading off Wikipedia for far too long.
2022 BMW i4 electric sedan, with 483km of range, revealed
German automaker BMW Motorrad has revealed its 2022 i4 electric sedan.
Second phase bookings of Mercedes-Benz EQC now open in India
Mercedes-Benz has once again started accepting bookings for its EQC all-electric SUV, launched in India last October. A new batch of the car will be imported in the coming weeks.
OnePlus Watch to feature a 46mm dial, Warp Charge technology
OnePlus is gearing up to launch the OnePlus Watch alongside its flagship 9 series on March 23. In the latest development, Pricebaba has revealed the key specifications and features of the smartwatch.
1.21 lakh units of 2020 Hyundai Creta sold in India
Hyundai has sold over 1.21 lakh units of the second-generation Creta SUV in India since its launch last March.
2022 Hyundai Tucson PHEV, with a 261hp powertrain, revealed
Hyundai has revealed the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant of its 2022 Tucson SUV. It will be up for grabs in the US this summer.
'The Talk' hiatus extended amid misconduct allegations against Sharon Osbourne
The daytime talk show, The Talk, will be extending its hiatus until next Tuesday after allegations of misconduct have surfaced against one of its hosts Sharon Osbourne.
Has Rhea been dropped from 'Chehre'? Producer speaks up
Actress Rhea Chakraborty, who dominated news headlines last year, was looking to get back to work with the Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Chehre.
#NewsBytesExplainer: How the Blockchain technology is shaping the future
The term "Blockchain" is thrown around with cryptocurrency and Bitcoin quite often. Blockchain is a type of database, which is essentially an organized collection of information that can be accessed and manipulated simultaneously by multiple users.
SA Women beat India Women, win series 4-1: Records broken
South Africa Women have defeated Team India in the fifth and final ODI by five wickets.
Need to stop second wave of COVID-19, Modi tells CMs
In a meeting with Chief Ministers on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the need to contain the "emerging second peak" of COVID-19.
Cine body issues non-cooperation directive against Gauahar Khan
It looks like more trouble is waiting for Gauahar Khan as on Tuesday the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive for two months against the actress.
Facebook launches fund to support human rights activists. Another hogwash?
Facebook has been indirectly instrumental in serious human rights abuses across the world. The company has now responded by pledging to publicly share annual report focusing on human rights.
Indian Air Force Group Captain martyred in MiG-21 Bison accident
A MiG-21 Bison aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) met with an accident on Wednesday morning while taking off for a combat training mission, the force said in a statement today.
Vir Das joins Judd Apatow's pandemic movie 'The Bubble'
Actor-comedian Vir Das has joined the cast of Hollywood filmmaker Judd Apatow's film The Bubble.
Realme Narzo 30 confirmed to debut in India soon
Realme will introduce the Narzo 30 4G and 5G models in India soon, CEO Madhav Sheth has revealed in an interview. It will join the Narzo 30 Pro 5G and Narzo 30A smartphones that were launched in the country last month.
iQOO Z3, with Snapdragon 765G, spotted on Google Play Console
Vivo's sub-brand iQOO is expected to announce a new Z3 model by the end of March.
Toyota Urban Cruiser SUV recalled in India over airbag issue
Toyota has recalled 9,498 units of the Urban Cruiser SUV in India due to a possible issue with the driver-side airbag module. The units manufactured between July 28, 2020 and February 11, 2021 are said to be affected by this safety issue.
Redmi Smart TV X Series launched at Rs. 33,000
Redmi has launched the Smart TV X Series in India, which comes in three variants: X50, X55, and X65.
COVID-19 vaccine: India raises raw material export kinks with US
India has raised the issue of hurdles in the export of raw material for COVID-19 vaccines with the United States.
Someone else didn't follow rules, I contracted COVID-19: Manoj Bajpayee
Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who tested positive for COVID-19, recently talked about his battle against the highly-contagious disease.
Decoding Virat Kohli's captaincy record in T20Is
Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli played a superb knock on Tuesday in the third T20I against England.
OPPO Reno5 F, with MediaTek Helio P95 chipset, launched
OPPO has unveiled its latest mid-range smartphone, the Reno5 F, in Kenya. Priced at KES 31,499 (roughly Rs. 21,000), it is currently up for grabs in the country via an online retailer.
ICC T20I Rankings: Virat Kohli reclaims the number five spot
Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli has reclaimed the number five spot in the ICC T20I Rankings for Batsmen.
Instagram deploys AI tool to keep teens safer: Here's how
On Tuesday, Instagram announced a new technology that will use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to determine users' age. The tool is aimed at underage youngsters who might lie about their age to create accounts on the platform.
Following protest, Reliance Industries denies Nita Ambani's appointment at BHU
Reports of Nita Ambani being invited as a visiting lecturer at the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) are fake and she has not received any invitation from the university, a Reliance Industries Limited spokesperson said on Wednesday.
100 T20Is for Eoin Morgan: Decoding his achievements
Eoin Morgan scripted a special milestone in T20Is after making his 100th appearance in the format.
John's 'Satyameva Jayate 2' will clash with Salman's 'Radhe'
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who has reserved the Eid holiday for his releases, will clash with actor John Abraham this year at the box office.
OPPO F19 Pro, Pro+ 5G are now available in India
The OPPO F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ 5G smartphones, which were launched in India last week, are now up for grabs via Amazon, Flipkart, and other leading retail stores.
2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R bike launched at Rs. 15 lakh
Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the 2021 version of its Ninja ZX-10R motorcycle in India.
2021 Jeep Wrangler launched in India at Rs. 53.90 lakh
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler, manufactured locally, has been launched in India. It is available in Unlimited and Rubicon variants.
Volkswagen to develop six gigafactories, EV charging technology in Europe
At its 'Power Day' event, Volkswagen has shared the roadmap that it will follow to develop batteries and charging technology for electric vehicles.
Delhi: 76-year-old woman slapped by her son, dies
A 76-year-old woman died after her son slapped her outside their house in Delhi's Dwarka area on Monday.
Sobhita Dhulipala bags Hollywood project, Dev Patel is the director
Made in Heaven actress Sobhita Dhulipala is thrilled to be starring in Monkey Man, a Hollywood movie directed by actor Dev Patel, famous for his roles in the Slumdog Millionaire and Lion.
Du Plessis misses out on CSA contract, Klaasen replaces him
Former Proteas captain Faf du Plessis has been snubbed from Cricket South Africa's list of contracted men's players.
Google halves Play Store billing fee for developers globally
Yesterday, Google announced that it is slashing its Play Store billing fee globally from 30 percent to 15 percent.
Italian bike manufacturer Moto Guzzi celebrates its 100th anniversary
Italian bikemaker Moto Guzzi marked its 100th anniversary on March 15, 2021. Now, the company is commemorating this milestone by updating its entire line-up with new features like electronic rider aids, and by launching limited-edition models.
Journalist questions PeeCee's qualification for announcing Oscar nominations, she replies
Priyanka Chopra has hit back at an Australian journalist who questioned the actress' credibility in the entertainment industry.
Ambani bomb scare: NIA seizes Mercedes car; key recoveries made
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is probing the recovery of an explosives-laden Scorpio SUV car near billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani's residence in Mumbai last month, has seized a black Mercedes-Benz car, reports say.
Nadal withdraws from Miami Open to prepare for clay season
Spanish maestro Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the impending ATP Miami Open in order to prepare for the European clay-court campaign.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns to Sweden squad five years after retirement
Football superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic will once again be seen in national colors.
Champions League, Manchester City book last-eight berth: Records broken
Manchester City kept their hopes of winning a quadruple this season after making it to the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League 2020-21 season.
Redmi Note 10 Pro's first sale in India today
Redmi had launched the Note 10 series of smartphones earlier this month and the vanilla Note 10 model went on its first sale yesterday.
Champions League, Real Madrid breeze past Atalanta: Records broken
13-time UEFA Champions League holders Real Madrid breezed past Italian side Atalanta to progress through to the quarter-finals.
BJP MP from Himachal Pradesh found dead at Delhi home
Ram Swaroop Sharma, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Himachal Pradesh, was found dead inside his residence in Delhi.
BCCI suspends junior-cricket tournaments due to surge in COVID-19 cases
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suspended junior inter-state tournaments at least till the end of May due to a rise in COVID-19 cases across the country.
Vaccine for visa: China enforces new rules for foreign travelers
China, the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak, is poised to ease curbs for travelers from several countries, including India. It, however, has attached a rider to it — foreign travelers will have to be inoculated with one Chinese-made coronavirus vaccine.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.43 million with 28K+ new cases
India on Tuesday reported more than 28,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.43 million cases.
Clubhouse addresses platform problems, announces accelerator program for creators
Clubhouse CEO Paul Davison has recently announced that his team will address the problems with drop-in audio chats on the app.
2021 Ford Territory could debut in India later this year
Ford's Territory SUV, which is currently sold in some Asian countries, is rumored to be launched in India within the next few months.
Not Sajid Khan, 'have adopted Wajid as surname,' says composer
Sajid Khan, one half of the famed Sajid-Wajid duo, has announced his decision to change his name to Sajid Wajid, to honor the memory of his deceased brother.
Red Magic 6 series' global launch set for April 9
Nubia's latest gaming smartphones, the Red Magic 6 and 6 Pro will be launched in the global markets on April 9. To recall, the line-up was announced in China earlier this month.
