2nd ODI, England chase down India's 337-run target: Records broken
England chased down a target of 337 against India in the second ODI of the three-match series.
Night curfew in Maharashtra from Sunday amid COVID-19 spike
In light of the recent spike in coronavirus infections in Maharashtra, the state government on Friday announced a night curfew starting Sunday (March 28).
British university draws criticism over life-sized Greta Thunberg statue
A British university has invited criticism for its plans to erect a life-sized statue for teenage Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg on its Hampshire campus.
Honda H'ness CB350 bike to become costlier from April 1
Japanese automaker Honda will increase the prices of its H'ness CB350 bike in India from April 1.
Black Shark 4-series made $30 million revenue in five minutes
Black Shark 4 and 4 Pro smartphones went on sale today in China and the company made a revenue of CNY 200 million ($30 million) during the first five minutes of the sale.
Mi 11 Ultra to feature a new silicon-oxygen anode battery
Xiaomi is gearing up to announce its Mi 11 series of smartphones on March 29, including the high-end Mi 11 Ultra model.
Next 25 years crucial for Bangladesh and India, says Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday participated in the National Day program of Bangladesh in Dhaka in what was his first international trip since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Munawar Faruqui case co-accused now works as a laborer
Nalin Yadav loved spreading smiles through his comedy shows but an incident earlier this year upended his life, so much so that he is now forced to work as a laborer to make ends meet.
CFMoto reveals Racing Edition of its 250SR fully-faired bike
Chinese automaker CFMoto has revealed the Racing Edition of its 250SR motorbike.
OPPO F19 to be priced under Rs. 20,000 in India
OPPO is expected to introduce a new F19 model in India soon. It will join the recently-launched F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ smartphones.
These Ford cars will become costlier from April 1
Ford has announced a price-hike across its entire product range in India from April 1. The prices will be increased by up to 3%, depending upon the variant. However, the final price-list is likely to be revealed on April 1.
'Black Widow' release delayed, hitting theaters and Disney+ in July
Walt Disney+ Co has decided to delay the release of the much-anticipated Marvel superhero film Black Widow. It is now slated for a July 9 release date.
Nikita Tomar murder case: Both convicts sentenced to life imprisonment
A fast-track court in Haryana's Faridabad awarded life imprisonment to two convicts - Touseef and Rehaan - in the sensational murder case of 21-year-old college student Nikita Tomar.
Harley-Davidson launches Pan America 1250 bike in Thailand: Details here
At the Bangkok International Motor Show in Thailand, Harley-Davidson has launched its Pan America 1250 adventure bike. It is offered in a Special variant as well.
Drako's $1.2 million-worth electric supercar flexes muscles on snow
US-based start-up Drako Motors had unveiled its GTE electric supercar in 2019. Only 25 units are being manufactured and deliveries will take place next year.
OnePlus 9 series records 324% more pre-orders than 8 series
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has announced that the first day pre-orders of the newly-launched flagship 9 series has overtaken the last generation 8 series by a whopping 324%.
Geliose Hope electric scooter launched in India at Rs. 47,000
With an aim to cater to delivery-oriented businesses, Geliose has launched its Hope electric scooter in India.
India vs England, 2nd ODI: Hosts smash 336/6
Team India has managed 336/6 against England in the second ODI on Friday.
Dharmendra's staff members contract coronavirus, actor tests negative
Veteran actor Dharmendra had a COVID-19 scare after three staff members of the Deol household tested positive for the highly-contagious disease.
India vs England, 2nd ODI: KL Rahul hits a ton
KL Rahul smashed a century in the second ODI against England on Friday.
Everyone's favorite, 'The Kapil Sharma Show,' is returning in May
After a brief hiatus, the popular comedy program The Kapil Sharma Show is set to return with a new season in May, Krushna Abhishek, a regular on the show, confirmed.
SC refuses to quash FIR against Sushant Singh Rajput's sister
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to quash an FIR against Priyanka Singh, the sister of deceased actor Sushant Singh Rajput.
'Arrested Development' and 'Archer' star Jessica Walter dies at 80
Emmy award-winning American actress Jessica Walter died at the age of 80 on Wednesday in her New York home. She passed away in her sleep.
Hyundai ALCAZAR's bookings open; deliveries to start in June
Prior to its unveiling in India on April 6, select dealerships have reportedly started accepting bookings for the Hyundai ALCAZAR SUV against a token amount of Rs. 50,000. The deliveries will commence in June.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine sold out in India till May
Mercedes-Benz's latest offering in India, the A-Class Limousine, has been declared sold out till the month of May this year.
OPPO Find X3 Pro wins Red Dot Product Design Award
OPPO's newly-launched flagship smartphone, the Find X3 Pro has won the Red Dot Product Design Award 2021 for its "space-age elegance" and "futuristic aesthetics."
Samsung Galaxy F02s tipped to be priced at Rs. 9,000
Samsung is working on a new F-series budget smartphone, called the Galaxy F02s. It is likely to be launched in India soon.
President Ram Nath Kovind visits Army Hospital following chest discomfort
President Ram Nath Kovind today visited the Army Hospital (Research And Referral) in New Delhi for a check-up after he complained of chest discomfort this morning.
Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine being tested on children under 12
American pharma giant Pfizer and German company BioNTech began testing their coronavirus vaccine on children, aged under 12, reports Reuters.
World Cup Qualifier, Germany beat Iceland 3-0: Records broken
Germany overcame Iceland 3-0 in their World Cup qualifying match to make a strong start.
Congress' five-hour questioning of Big Tech didn't yield actionable answers
In the first appearance before Congress since the US Capitol Hill riots, Big Tech faced criticism for around five hours about its handling of extremism and misinformation during the pandemic and the protests.
Supreme Court refuses stay on electoral bonds ahead of polls
The Supreme Court of India today refused to stay the sale of electoral bonds, saying that fresh ones can be issued from April 1, NDTV reported.
Win for Tata Sons; Supreme Court upholds Cyrus Mistry's sacking
The Supreme Court on Friday set aside an order of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) reinstating Cyrus Mistry as the Chairperson of Tata Sons Limited.
Volkswagen's Project Trinity EV teased in new image: Details here
Volkswagen Chairperson Herbert Diess has revealed a teaser image of the Project Trinity - the company's self-driving electric car set to debut in 2026.
OPPO A74, with Snapdragon 662, spotted on Google Play Console
OPPO is gearing up to launch a new A74 model in the coming weeks.
India vs England, 2nd ODI: Rishabh Pant replaces Shreyas Iyer
India have included wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant in the playing XI for the 2nd ODI against England.
India vs England, 2nd ODI: England elect to field
England have won the toss and elected to field in the second ODI of the three-match series in Pune.
New Zealand beat Bangladesh in 3rd ODI, sweep series 3-0
A comprehensive bowling display by James Neesham and Matt Henry helped New Zealand clinch a 164-run victory over Bangladesh in the third ODI.
Kangana Ranaut granted bail in Javed Akhtar defamation case
On Thursday, a Mumbai court granted bail to actress Kangana Ranaut in the criminal defamation case filed by lyricist-writer Javed Akhtar.
Reddit parts way with controversial employee after site-wide protests
Reddit was compelled to part ways with former UK politician Aimee Challenor after hundreds of high profile subreddits went private to protest the platform's censorship.
Moto G50, with Snapdragon 480 chipset, triple rear cameras, announced
Motorola has launched its latest budget-friendly 5G smartphone, the Moto G50, in select European countries.
MG Marvel R Electric SUV, with over 400km range, revealed
As a successor to the Marvel X electric SUV, MG Motor has revealed its Marvel R Electric model. It will go on sale in Europe this May.
Moto G100, with 90Hz screen and dual selfie cameras, launched
As an addition to its G series of smartphones, Motorola has launched the Moto G100 model. It comes as a rebranded version of Motorola Edge S.
Ranbir Kapoor recovers from COVID-19, confirms uncle Randhir
Actor Ranbir Kapoor has defeated COVID-19, his uncle, actor Randhir Kapoor, confirmed on Thursday, reports PTI. He is doing well, Kapoor Sr. asserted.
Spain held by Greece in World Cup Qualifier: Records broken
Spain were frustrated by Greece in their 2022 World Cup Qualifying campaign at home.
Asha Bhosle awarded Maharashtra Bhushan award, the state's highest honor
On Thursday, it was announced that legendary singer Asha Bhosle has been conferred with the Maharashtra Bhushan Award, the highest honor given by the state government.
Bharat Bandh: Trains hit, roads blocked in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana
As the massive farmers' agitation at Delhi's borders enters its fourth month, the protesters have given a call for a nationwide strike or Bharat Bandh today.
Premier League 2021-22 season to begin on August 14
The 2021-22 edition of the Premier League will begin on August 14 and finish on May 22.
Pakistani band Strings breaks up after 33 glorious years
Bilal Maqsood and Faisal Kapadia, who shot to fame as the band Strings, have decided to part ways. The Pakistani band announced the decision on Thursday, thereby breaking the hearts of hundreds of fans.
India vs England: Eoin Morgan to miss final two ODIs
England captain Eoin Morgan will miss the final two ODIs of the ongoing three-match series against India due to a finger injury.
WI vs SL, 1st Test ends in draw: Records broken
An incredible ton by Nkrumah Bonner helped West Indies draw the first Test against Sri Lanka at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound.
Mumbai: Fire at hospital (inside a mall) kills two
A major fire broke out at a hospital inside a mall in Mumbai killing at least two people, multiple reports said on Friday.
'Karnan' controversy: Song changed from 'Pandarathi Puranam' to 'Manjanathi Puranam'
The title of a song from Dhanush's upcoming project Karnan has been changed in response to a petition made in Madurai High Court recently.
NewsBytes Briefing: Reddit users get transgender employee fired, and more
The last couple of days saw high drama with several high-profile subReddits going private to protest Reddit censoring dissent against an employee. Redditors expressed concerns against a recent Reddit hire and former transgender politician's checkered past.
Qualcomm is reportedly developing an Android-based Nintendo Switch lookalike
Popular smartphone chip manufacturer Qualcomm could be planning to enter the handheld gaming devices market with a hardware offering.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G receives Galaxy S21-like camera features
Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G model that introduces Galaxy S21-like camera features.
Samsung releases One UI 3.1 update for Galaxy A90 5G
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is receiving the latest Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.84 million with 59K new cases
India on Thursday reported nearly 59,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.84 million cases.
'Shootout 3' being planned? Gupta 'adding final touches to script'
Sanjay Gupta, who is riding high on the success of his latest release, Mumbai Saga, will soon start working on the third installment of the Shootout franchise.
Filmfare Awards 2021: Check the complete list of nominees here
The nominations for the 66th Vimal Elaichi Filmfare Awards 2021 are out.
Ambani bomb scare: Sachin Waze claims he is being 'scapegoated'
A special court in Mumbai on Thursday extended suspended police officer Sachin Waze's National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody till April 3.
Renault KIGER to become costlier in India from April 1
Renault will reportedly increase the prices of its KIGER SUV in India from April 1. The price-hike will be applicable to all the deliveries from April 1, irrespective of their booking date.
2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F bike to get two new colors
The 2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F bike, launched in India this January, will soon be offered in two new color schemes.
Ahead of launch, Realme GT Neo previewed in official teasers
Realme is gearing up to introduce the GT Neo model in China on March 31. In the run-up to the launch event, the company has previewed the handset through several teasers.
India's current COVID-19 wave could peak in April: Report
India has been reporting a surge in daily new COVID-19 cases since February, which "clearly indicates a second wave," according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).
OnePlus releases Android 11 update for 7 and 7 Pro
OnePlus has started releasing the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 update for its 7 and 7 Pro models.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 bike found testing; design details revealed
Royal Enfield is likely to launch its Hunter 350 model in India in the coming months.
Samsung S20 FE 5G to debut in India next week
Samsung will launch the Galaxy S20 FE's 5G version in India next week, according to ETTelecom.
iQOO Z3, with 120Hz screen and triple rear cameras, launched
Vivo's sub-brand iQOO has announced the Z3 smartphone in China at a starting price of CNY 1,699 (roughly Rs. 19,000).
ESA developing an autonomous robot for lunar cave exploration
The European Space Agency (ESA) is developing a spherical robot to explore lunar caves. The autonomous robot will be lowered into caves on the Moon's surface that could protect settlers from radiation, temperature extremities, and micrometeorites.
Orleans Masters: Saina Nehwal enters quarter-finals
India's ace shuttler Saina Nehwal on Thursday progressed to the quarter-finals of the ongoing Orleans Masters.
This is how the Huawei P50 Pro+ will look like
Huawei is expected to introduce the P50 series of smartphones on April 17. The line-up is said to include the P50, P50 Pro, and P50 Pro+ models.
Realme V13 appears in a teaser image, key features revealed
Realme seems to be working on a new budget smartphone, called the V13. In the latest development, a teaser image of the phone has leaked on Weibo, giving us a glimpse into its design features.
Xiaomi could launch its first foldable smartphone on March 29
Xiaomi is expected to launch a new Mi MIX smartphone on March 29, alongside the Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11 Pro, and Mi 11 Lite models.
Honda City hybrid to be launched in India by mid-2021
Honda is expected to launch its City hybrid sedan in India by mid-2021. To recall, it was unveiled in Malaysia last August. The car comes with an intelligent Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD) hybrid powertrain.
Volkswagen T-Roc's second batch to be launched on April 1
The second batch of the Volkswagen T-Roc SUV will be launched in India on April 1.
Prabhas, Deepika Padukone's film will be released in English too
Nag Ashwin's next starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan is going to be released in English too.
Forced Uighur labor: H&M, Nike face boycott in China
H&M, Nike, are among the Western apparel brands facing a boycott in China for taking a stand against forced labor conditions in the Asian country's Xinjiang region.
Bharat Bandh on March 26: What you need to know
The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), a coalition of farmers' unions, has called for a nationwide strike or Bharat Bandh on Friday, March 26.
Shah Rukh Khan reportedly charging Rs. 100 crore for 'Pathan'
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be making his grand comeback on the big screens with Pathan and he is looking to make it count, at least in terms of money.
Release of 'Bunty Aur Babli 2' deferred due to coronavirus
Bunty Aur Babli 2, a venture of Yash Raj Films, will not release on April 23 anymore, reports said on Thursday.
Twitter may introduce emoji reactions, downvote option for tweets
In a move resembling the 2015 replacement of Favorites (star icon) with Likes (heart icon), microblogging site Twitter could reportedly introduce emoji reactions and downvotes for tweets.
Massive ship blocks Suez Canal causing world's largest shipping jam
A massive container ship stuck in the Suez Canal has caused a massive jam, bringing the busy trade route to a halt.
This BMW sports bike costs more than Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine
German automaker BMW Motorrad has launched its M 1000 RR motorcycle in India. It is offered in two variants: Standard and Competition.
#DealOfTheDay: OnePlus 8 Pro available with benefits worth Rs. 4,500
Looking to buy a premium smartphone? This might be a great deal for you. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 3,500 on OnePlus's last-generation flagship, the 8 Pro.
BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe, with 612hp V8 engine, revealed
German automaker BMW's 8 Series Gran Coupe, with an Alpina treatment, has been revealed. It will make its way to US dealerships in late spring.
OPPO A74 5G, with Snapdragon 480 chipset, appears on Geekbench
OPPO is expected to launch a new mid-range A74 smartphone in the coming weeks.
Karnataka Minister dares MLAs to take 'monogamy test,' gets criticized
Karnataka Health and Medical Education Minister K Sudhakar sparked a row on Wednesday as he challenged all his colleagues in the state legislative Assembly to come clean on their extramarital relationships by undergoing what he called the "monogamy test."
Madhavan tests coronavirus positive; reveals update with '3 Idiots' reference
The infamous Virus was a sworn enemy of Farhan and Rancho in the movie 3 Idiots. But little did they know that the lines will be blurred between the reel and real life.
World's first digital (virtual) house has been sold for $500,000
Not long after NFT or Non-Fungible Tokens took the art world by storm with the sale of a JPG file for $69 million, now someone has sold a virtual house for half a million dollars.
Vivo X60 series launched in India, starts at Rs. 38,000
Vivo has launched its X60 series of smartphones in India, which includes the X60, X60 Pro, and X60 Pro+ models. The line-up comes with a starting price-tag of Rs. 37,990 and will go on sale starting April 2.
'Gangubai Kathiawadi': Alia Bhatt, Sanjay Leela Bhansali summoned by court
Alia Bhatt-starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi has run into trouble once again. The actress, along with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, have been issued summons to present themselves in court on May 21.
IPL 2021: MS Dhoni unveils new Chennai Super Kings jersey
Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni unveiled the team's new jersey ahead of the 14th edition of the IPL.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine launched in India at Rs. 40 lakh
Mercedes-Benz has launched its A-Class Limousine in India. It is up for grabs in three trims: 200, 200d, and the made-in-India A 35 AMG.
2021 PGA Awards: 'Nomadland,' 'Schitt's Creek,' 'The Crown' win big
It's award season for Hollywood and clearly, it is working wonders for The Crown and Schitt's Creek.
FIFA World Cup, Turkey stun Netherlands in qualifying: Records broken
Netherlands started their 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign with a defeat.
'Irrational': Supreme Court on rules for women in the Army
The medical fitness criteria for women to get Permanent Commission in the Indian Army are "arbitrary" and "irrational," the Supreme Court said today.
Mercedes-Benz GLC (facelift) review: Should you buy it?
The GLC is currently the best selling SUV for Mercedes-Benz in India with over 8,400 units sold since its launch in 2016.
Star-studded Belgium beat Wales 3-1 in WC qualifier: Records broken
After going down 1-0 early on against Wales in their World Cup qualifying clash, world number one side Belgium produced a stellar display to win 3-1.
Salman Khan receives his first shot of coronavirus vaccine
Salman Khan is the latest Bollywood star to take the COVID-19 vaccine. He confirmed the news through a tweet posted last evening.
This Lexus car can play vinyl records on the move
In collaboration with Pitchfork and Los Angeles-based custom fabrication studio SCPS, Lexus has created a one-off Wax Edition of its 2021 IS sports sedan.
Inspired by Saddam Hussein, man uses thallium on wife, in-laws
Inspired by former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein's tactics to eliminate his political opponents, a 37-year-old real-estate businessman from Delhi's Greater Kailash has been arrested for using thallium to try and kill his wife and her family members.
Realme 8, 8 Pro to go on sale at 12pm
Realme's newly-launched 8 and 8 Pro smartphones are all set to go on sale in India today at 12pm via Flipkart and Realme.com. They carry a starting price-tag of Rs. 14,999 and Rs. 17,999, respectively.
Shreyas Iyer to miss IPL 2021: Details here
Delhi Capitals captain Shreyas Iyer will miss the Indian Premier League 2021 season due to a shoulder injury he picked up in the first ODI between India and England in Pune.
Helen Mirren to star as a villain in 'Shazam!' sequel
English actress Helen Mirren is all set to star in the sequel to the 2019 superhero film Shazam!.
Amid growing cases, India temporarily halts export of AstraZeneca's vaccine
Facing a sudden spike in coronavirus cases, India has halted the export of the AstraZeneca vaccine for now, Reuters reported quoting two sources. Millions of doses of the vaccine are being manufactured by the Pune-based Serum Institute of India (SII), the world's biggest vaccine-maker.
WI vs SL, 1st Test: Key takeaways from Day 4
After taking a crucial 153-run lead on Day 3 of the first Test against West Indies, the Sri Lankan cricket team dominated Day 4.
With 5,000+ fresh coronavirus cases, Mumbai reports highest single-day spike
Maharashtra capital Mumbai added 5,185 coronavirus cases to its tally on Wednesday, the highest-ever single-day spike since the outbreak. This includes all of last year and the mid-September peak.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.78 million with 53K+ new cases
India on Wednesday reported more than 53,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.78 million cases.
#HealthBytes: Five common reasons for nose bleeding in children
Nose bleeding is an emergency situation and can be caused due to various reasons.
'Haathi Mere Saathi': Hindi version postponed due to COVID-19 surge
Makers of Haathi Mere Saathi have decided to postpone the release of the Hindi version of the multilingual film in view of the rising COVID-19 cases in the northern markets.
HMD Global releases Android 11 update for Nokia 3.2
HMD Global has started rolling out Android 11 update for the Nokia 3.2 model in multiple countries, including India.
