IPL 2021: Rishabh Pant to lead Delhi Capitals this season
Middle-order batsman Rishabh Pant has been appointed the captain of Delhi Capitals for the 2021 IPL.
Actor Ajaz Khan detained by NCB from Mumbai airport
Actor Ajaz Khan was reportedly detained by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Tuesday in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Xiaomi to make smart electric vehicles, announces $10 billion investment
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has announced its entry into the automotive industry. According to an official filing with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the company will set up a "wholly-owned subsidiary" to commence and operate a new smart electric vehicle business.
Bombay High Court to hear Param Bir Singh's plea tomorrow
The Bombay High Court will on Wednesday hear a plea by former Mumbai Police chief Param Bir Singh seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged actions of Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh.
Rampant plastic use is causing human penises to shrink
Environmental pollution is causing penis shrinkage and genital deformation in humans, a new book reveals.
Ahead of debut, 2021 SKODA KODIAQ previewed in official sketches
SKODA will unveil its latest iteration of the KODIAQ SUV on April 13, the company has announced. The automaker has also shared three design sketches of the car, previewing its exterior features.
Quarantine, bio-secure bubbles improved bond between Kohli and Rohit: Report
Life inside bio-secure bubbles amid the COVID-19 pandemic hasn't been easy for the cricket fraternity globally.
Visa to allow payments using cryptocurrency
Visa Inc. will wade deeper into digital currency waters as it green-lights the use of cryptocurrency to directly settle payments on its network.
MINI's new safety car previews its upcoming electric JCW models
MINI has combined its "electrified future with the rich racing history of John Cooper Works (JCW)," to create a one-off Electric Pacesetter.
Delhi, Mumbai among 10 districts with most active COVID-19 cases
Amid a worrying surge in COVID-19 cases across the country, the Union Health Ministry today listed out the 10 worst-affected districts/areas in India with the highest number of active coronavirus cases.
Xiaomi launches its first-ever foldable smartphone at Rs. 1.2 lakh
Rivaling Samsung and Huawei, Xiaomi has launched its first-ever foldable smartphone, called the Mi MIX FOLD in China. The device carries a starting price-tag of CNY 9,999 (roughly Rs. 1,11,700).
'Biggest challenge since WWII': World leaders call for pandemic treaty
Over a year into the coronavirus pandemic, 24 world leaders recognized it as the "greatest challenge" since World War II and called for an international treaty.
Karan Johar's next starring Alia, Ranveer to go on floors
Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, who were appreciated for their effortless chemistry in Gully Boy, will soon reunite for a project by Karan Johar.
POCO X3 becomes cheaper in India by Rs. 2,000
Following the launch of the X3 Pro model, POCO has reduced the prices of the vanilla X3 in India by Rs. 2,000. The handset now starts at Rs. 14,999 for the base 6GB/64GB model.
Former Kerala MP apologizes for sexually-colored remarks against Rahul Gandhi
Former Lok Sabha MP Joice George on Tuesday withdrew his controversial remark against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and apologized.
2021 Honda CBR650R launched at Rs. 8.9 lakh in India
Japanese automaker Honda has launched its 2021 CBR650R middleweight bike in India. It can be booked via the company's BigWing Topline dealerships.
Indian Motorcycle to launch FTR 1200 S Champion Edition soon
European type-approval documents suggest that US automaker Indian Motorcycle is working on a new model, called the FTR 1200 S Champion Edition. It should debut globally later this year and make its way to India by 2022.
Sergio Aguero set to leave Manchester City: Presenting his records
One of the greatest Premier League players, Sergio Aguero, is set to leave Manchester City at the end of this season.
87% Indian businesses considering long-term work from home plans: Survey
87 percent of businesses in India are mulling over making work from home a permanent option for their employees, according to a survey report by BCG-Zoom.
OPPO A54, with Helio P35 processor and 5,000mAh battery, launched
OPPO has launched its latest entry-level smartphone, the A54, in Indonesia.
Makers postpone the release of 'Chehre' due to coronavirus surge
Another Bollywood release has been pushed back due to surging COVID-19 cases. Today, the makers of Chehre released a statement informing that the movie will no longer release on April 9.
Hyundai i20 N to be launched in India this year
Hyundai will launch the i20 N model in India later this year. It will arrive as a sportier version of the standard i20 hatchback that was announced last November.
Steve Smith wants to lead Australia in international cricket again
Over three years after the infamous ball-tampering scandal, Steve Smith remains interested in leading Australia in international cricket.
Punjabi singer Diljaan (31) dies in an accident
Punjabi singer Diljaan passed away at the age of 31 in a road accident near Amritsar on Tuesday. He was on his way to Kartarpur at the time.
2021 Mahindra XUV500 SUV's launch delayed to September
The launch of the 2021 Mahindra XUV500 in India has reportedly been delayed to September and the deliveries will begin in November. The shortage of semiconductors might be the reason behind the move.
Ahead of launch, Mi MIX Fold's design and specifications leaked
Xiaomi is expected to announce its first-ever foldable smartphone, the Mi MIX Fold later today, i.e. March 30. Now, just hours before the launch event, an alleged poster of the Mi MIX Fold has leaked online, revealing its design and key specifications.
Mumbai: COVID-19 hospital bed allotment through 'war rooms,' not hospitals
As Mumbai sees a surge in coronavirus infections, the city's civic body has decided to impose a slew of measures for effective management of the outbreak.
Shooting of 'Ram Setu' begins, Akshay Kumar reveals his look
The shooting of Akshay Kumar's much-anticipated project, Ram Setu, has finally started, the actor announced on social media on Tuesday.
Jofra Archer undergoes hand surgery after fish tank mishap
England pace spearhead Jofra Archer, on Monday, underwent surgery on his hand in the aftermath of a bizarre incident.
Ford Territory could be launched in India this year: Report
Earlier this month, some rumors claimed that Ford was planning to introduce the 2021 Territory SUV in India. Now, another report has weighed in on the development, reiterating that the vehicle will arrive later this year.
Manipur withdraws earlier order to turn away Myanmar refugees
The Manipur government has withdrawn an earlier order directing local authorities to turn away people from Myanmar trying to seek refuge in the state, NDTV reported.
Kangana Ranaut lauds Simi Garewal's interview with Jayalalithaa, slams KJo
Actress Kangana Ranaut, who will be next seen in Thalaivi, praised talk-show host and actress Simi Garewal for her insightful interview with late politician J Jayalalithaa — the subject of her movie.
Vivo Y30G, with MediaTek Helio P65 chipset, launched in China
Expanding its portfolio of budget-range smartphones, Vivo has launched the Y30G model in China. It carries a price-tag of CNY 1,499 (roughly Rs. 17,000).
Delhi BJP leader found hanging inside park, police suspect suicide
Gurvinder Singh Bawa, a 58-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Delhi, was found dead inside a park near his residence in the city. The police suspect it to be a case of suicide.
US Navy band croons 'Swades's title song, SRK gets nostalgic
Music is a universal language and this was proved once again when a United States Navy band crooned the titular song of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan's critically-acclaimed movie Swades.
Toyota Yaris Cross Adventure, with a hybrid powertrain, announced
Japanese automaker Toyota has unveiled an Adventure trim of its Yaris Cross SUV that debuted last year. Its pre-bookings will commence in the global markets in the second half of 2021.
'The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard' moves up release date to June
Upcoming action-comedy film The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard has moved up its release date from August 20 this year to June 16.
Football: UAE thrash India 6-0 in international friendly
The Indian football team was handed a crushing defeat by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in an international friendly at the Maktoum bin Rashid Stadium in Dubai on Monday.
OPPO Find X3 Pro gets a new Cosmic Mocha color
OPPO has introduced a new Cosmic Mocha color variant for its flagship Find X3 Pro model in China. It joins the existing shades of Gloss Black, Blue, and White.
POCO X3 Pro goes official in India at Rs. 19,000
Expanding its portfolio of mid-range smartphones in India, POCO has announced the X3 Pro with a starting price-tag of Rs. 18,999. It will go on sale starting April 6 via Flipkart.
MobiKwik breach: Hacker calls it the largest KYC data leak
In what could be one of the largest KYC data leaks in history, personal data of more than 10 crore MobiKwik users has been compromised. Independent security researcher Rajshekhar Rajaharia claimed that the user data is on sale on the darknet.
TVS Star City Plus launched in Pearl Blue-Silver color variant
TVS Motor Company has launched its Star City Plus bike in a new dual-tone Pearl Blue-Silver color. The new shade is available with both the disc and drum brake variants.
Ajay Devgn denies involvement in ugly brawl in Delhi
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn has rubbished the social media speculations that he was involved in an ugly brawl in Aerocity, Delhi. His response came close on the heels of his team's clarification. The team had urged the media to cross-check facts before going ahead with the news.
Flight tickets to get costlier as DGCA hikes security fee
Indian aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has increased Air Security Fee (ASF), making flight tickets costlier, starting from April 1.
iQOO Neo5's Indian variant listed on Google Play Console
iQOO is expected to launch the Neo5 model in India soon. In the latest development, the handset (model number I2012) has been spotted on the Google Play Console with a Snapdragon 870 chipset, a curved display, 8GB of RAM, and Android 11 support.
'Andhadhun' Telugu remake to be titled 'Maestro;' Nithiin's look revealed
The Telugu remake of the National Award-winning Hindi blockbuster Andhadhun has been in the making for some time and today, the makers announced that it will be called Maestro.
2021 Renault KIGER v/s Triber: Which one is better?
Renault recently launched its sub-compact SUV in India, called the KIGER. It not only faces competition from rivals like Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonnet but also competes with its own sibling, the Renault Triber.
MG Cyberster electric car concept teased; unveiling on March 31
Prior to its unveiling tomorrow i.e. March 31, British automaker MG Motor has released teaser images of its Cyberster electric sports car concept.
Irfan Pathan becomes fourth player from RSWS to test COVID-positive
Irfan Pathan has become the fourth player to test positive for COVID-19 from among those who participated in the recently-concluded Road Safety World Series.
Pfizer, Moderna's coronavirus vaccines effective even after first dose: Study
The coronavirus vaccines developed by American pharma giant Pfizer, with Germany's BioNTech, and the one manufactured by Moderna, another United States company, reduce the risk of infection even after the first dose, a study has found, reports Reuters.
Sergio Aguero to leave Manchester City after 10 years
Manchester City's Sergio Aguero will leave the English club after spending 10 years when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Coronavirus: WHO team spent merely four hours at Wuhan institute
A team of the World Health Organization (WHO), that visited China earlier this year to trace the origins of coronavirus, has ruled out the possibility of a lab leak.
Apple refutes allegations that App Store is a monopoly
Responding to a probe by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), Apple has refuted allegations that its App Store is a monopoly. The company claimed that iOS users could use web apps as a viable alternative.
Event Horizon Telescope releases most detailed black hole image yet
The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) collaboration has recently published what is being touted as the most detailed image of a black hole to date.
#HealthBytes: Surprising reasons why doodling is good for you
Do you get carried away by thoughts and scribble random stuff on your notebook while attending a meeting or a lecture?
Fatima Sana Shaikh becomes latest Bollywood star to contract COVID-19
Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh has become the latest Bollywood celeb to contract the deadly coronavirus. The Ludo star confirmed the news on social media on Monday.
Samsung Galaxy M42 5G's support-page goes live, India launch imminent
Samsung is expected to launch its first M-series 5G smartphone, the Galaxy M42 5G, in India soon.
Coronavirus: India's tally nears 12.1 million with 56K+ new cases
India on Monday reported more than 56,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to nearly 12.1 million cases.
'Godzilla vs. Kong' stomps pandemic, has monster $123mn overseas debut
Godzilla vs. Kong continues its rampage at the global box office with a pandemic-best $123.1 million debut.
NewsBytes Briefing: Google bats for the terrorists, and more
Google faced some internal turmoil over the contentious issue of foiling a nine-month-long counterterrorism operation run by an unnamed US ally.
Realme C25 with 6,000mAh battery teased in India, launch imminent
Realme India CEO Madhav Sheth has teased the arrival of a new C-series smartphone in India, the Realme C25. Going by Sheth's Twitter post, the handset will be launched sometime in April with a 6,000mAh battery.
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G and Mi 11i go official
Alongside the flagship Mi 11 Ultra and Pro models, Xiaomi has also launched the Mi 11 Lite 5G and Mi 11i models today.
Google shut down Western counterterrorism operation disguised as cyberattack
Google's crack security team Project Zero has highlighted 11 zero-day exploits compromising iOS, Android, and Windows platforms. All of these have been linked to state-sponsored Western hacking groups.
Ahead of launch, Realme V13's live images, full specifications leaked
Realme is gearing up to launch a new budget-range smartphone, the V13, alongside the GT Neo in China on March 31.
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' to release as planned, confirms Bhushan Kumar
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 will see a theatrical release as planned, co-producer Bhushan Kumar has confirmed. Lead star Kartik Aaryan testing positive for COVID-19 will not be affecting the final date, he said.
Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro debuts with Snapdragon 888 chipset
Xiaomi's much-awaited premium smartphone, the Mi 11 Pro, has finally been launched.
Goat milk: The beauty ingredient that works wonders on skin
Goat milk is dubbed as a natural skin care ingredient that is suitable for all skin types and especially for sensitive types.
Babil Khan criticizes journalists who asked if he was high
Late Irrfan Khan's son Babil recently collected two Filmfare Awards conferred posthumously to the legendary actor.
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra launched with 2K display, secondary screen
Xiaomi has finally launched its latest high-end flagship smartphone, the Mi 11 Ultra.
Glycerin can address a number of hair concerns. Here's how!
Glycerin is a humectant, which means it pulls in moisture from the air, and this property of it can help keep your hair healthy and hydrated.
IPL 2021: Records which Dinesh Karthik can break this season
The 14th edition of Indian Premier League will be in full swing from April 9 onward.
IPL 2021: Kohli to join RCB camp on April 1
Indian captain Virat Kohli is set to join the Royal Challengers Bangalore camp on April 1.
Sri Lanka's Thisara Perera smashes six sixes in an over
All-rounder Thisara Perera has become the first Sri Lankan player to hit six sixes in an over in any form of professional cricket.
Ever Given: Ship stuck in Suez Canal finally freed
The cargo ship stuck in the Suez Canal for days has been freed, authorities and visuals from the passageway confirmed on Monday.
ISSF World Cup: India finish campaign with most medals
India finished with a new high at the ISSF World Cup with two more gold medals on Sunday.
Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari set to make digital debut with 'Faadu'
Filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari is all set to step into the digital space. She will be helming SonyLIV's next original Faadu, which is a "unique, intense poetic love-story between two different thinking characters."
Amit Shah attacks Mamata on death of BJP member's mother
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday condoled the death of the mother of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker allegedly attacked by Trinamool Congress (TMC) members.
Manoj Bajpayee tests negative for coronavirus
Actor Manoj Bajpayee has recovered from COVID-19, two weeks after he tested positive for the virus, his spokesperson said on Sunday.
Dwayne Johnson's epic release date announcement for 'Black Adam'
Dwayne Johnson has finally revealed the release date of Black Adam in an epic video that premiered in Times Square, New York.
Piyush Goyal says BJP will implement CAA in Kerala
Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will implement the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 in Kerala ahead of the elections in the state.
Life insurers spend Rs. 2,000 crore on COVID-19 death claims
A total of 24 life insurance companies spent crores of rupees on COVID-19 death claims that are over and above the death claims that they usually receive every year.
Ghee is equally good for your skin and hair too!
Desi ghee contains good fats that nourish your body and provides a host of health benefits.
Manoj Bajpayee confirms 'The Family Man 2' summer premiere
After Amazon delayed the release of the second installment of the Manoj Bajpayee-starrer hit web series, The Family Man, the show's future has been widely speculated. A report also claimed that the series had been shelved.
Mehbooba Mufti denied passport over 'national security' concerns
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti today said that she was denied a passport and termed a "threat to the nation" on the basis of a report by the Jammu and Kashmir Police's Criminal Investigative Department (CID).
Realme GT Neo with 12GB of RAM spotted on Geekbench
Realme is all set to launch the GT Neo smartphone, the second in line to join its GT series, in China on March 31.
England tour of India 2021: Here are the key stats
Team India defeated England in the final ODI to win the three-match series 2-1.
Miami Open: Daniil Medvedev, Naomi Osaka reach fourth round
Men's singled top seed Daniil Medvedev hobbled into the fourth round of the Miami Open, defying crippling leg cramps to beat Australian Alexei Popyrin 7-6 (7/3), 6-7 (7/9), 6-4.
WHO says COVID-19 likely emerged from animals; lab leak unlikely
The coronavirus causing COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, likely originated from animals, a draft copy of a report by the World Health Organization (WHO) into the origin of the virus reportedly said.
Sharad Pawar unwell, will undergo surgery on Wednesday: NCP
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar has been diagnosed with a gall bladder disease and will be admitted to the hospital for surgery on Wednesday, his party said today.
Summer is already here! Try these yummylicious mango drinks
All hail the mango season!
France and Italy win World Cup qualifying games: Records broken
France and Italy registered wins in their respective World Cup qualifying games against Kazakhstan and Bulgaria respectively.
Spain beat Georgia 2-1 in World Cup Qualifier: Records broken
Spain striker Dani Olmo scored a stoppage-time goal to help his side beat Georgia 2-1 in their World Cup qualifying match.
Siddhant Chaturvedi tests negative for COVID-19
Actor Siddhant Chaturvedi has tested negative for COVID-19 two weeks after contracting the dangerous virus.
Mercedes ace Lewis Hamilton wins Bahrain Grand Prix
Mercedes ace Lewis Hamilton won the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.
Babil wore father Irrfan Khan's clothes to Filmfare Awards 2021
Irrfan Khan's son Babil was seen attending the 66th Filmfare Awards in Mumbai on Saturday evening to accept two awards on behalf of his late father.
Ever Given: Cargo ship stuck in Suez Canal 'partially refloated'
The cargo ship stuck in the Suez Canal for days has been "partially refloated," a canal services firm said without providing further details about when the canal would reopen.
World Cup Qualifier, England beat Albania 2-0: Records broken
England beat Albania 2-0 in their World Cup qualifying match in Tirana.
Power naps: Reasons why your siesta is good for you
Afternoon naps are a habit most of us want to outgrow simply because our work culture does not allow us this privilege.
Will have England Test series in mind going forward: Bhuvneshwar
Indian pace spearhead Bhuvneshwar Kumar, on Tuesday, hinted at his return to the Test format.
Germany edge past Romania in World Cup Qualifier: Records broken
Serge Gnabry's goal was the difference as Germany edged past Romania in their World Cup qualifying match.
Here's how you should maintain, take care of colored hair
The color of your hair is a statement in itself and is more of an identity for some people.
Smart clothing hacks that will make your life much easier
As much as we love our clothes, it can be quite a task to take care and keep them in the same condition they were bought in.
President clears controversial Delhi Bill redefining 'government' as L-G
President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday passed a controversial law giving more powers to the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, a representative of the Centre, over the city's elected government.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 12 million with 68K+ new cases
India on Sunday reported more than 68,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 12 million cases.
2021 Haval H6 with two engine choices makes global debut
Chinese automaker Great Wall Motors' 2021 Haval H6 SUV has made its global debut at the Bangkok International Motor Show in Thailand. It should go on sale in the country soon.
Zontes unveils 350GK scrambler concept bike for the Chinese market
Zontes has unveiled a new retro-styled concept scrambler bike called 350GK for the Chinese market. It should also be available in a cafe-racer variant called GK Sports Cafe. They will be launched in the country in the coming months.
'No Zoom' Oscars: Academy mandates nominees' in-person attendance, faces backlash
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has apparently issued a mandate that there will be no video-conferencing facilities like Zoom available for the 93rd Oscars ceremony.
Fasting: Health benefits and reasons for embracing this lifestyle change
Fasting is a lifestyle habit that goes back centuries and is a part of many cultures and religions.
