01 Apr 2021

Pakistan makes U-turn; refuses to import Indian cotton, sugar

Just a day after Pakistan agreed to import cotton and sugar from India, the country on Thursday backtracked on its decision.

COVID-19 vaccination to be conducted on all days in April

As the country is witnessing a surge in coronavirus infections, the central government on Thursday directed all states and union territories to allow COVID-19 vaccination on all days in the month of April.

Tata Motors introduces ceramic coating service for its Safari SUV

Tata Motors is offering an industry-first ceramic coating service for its Safari SUV at a price of Rs. 28,500.

Vivo X60-series receives twice as many pre-orders as the X50-series

Vivo's all-new X60 series of smartphones has received twice as many pre-bookings in India as compared to the last-generation X50 series.

Donald Faison roped in to play Professor Utonium in 'Powerpuff'

The CW television network is bringing back a live-action version of The Powerpuff Girls, simply called Powerpuff.

PSU bank merger: How it impacts you as a customer

The Indian government's ongoing merger of certain public sector banks will bring in a range of sweeping changes for customers of eight banks starting today (April 1).

Couldn't see my 8-year-old in that state, says Satish Kaushik

Actor-director-producer Satish Kaushik, who along with his eight-year-old daughter Vanshika, had tested COVID-19 positive and got hospitalized, has now opened up about the ordeal.

West Bengal election: Stuck between TMC-BJP ruckus, Mamata dials Governor

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday dialed Governor Jagdeep Dhankar after supporters of her Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the rival Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) clashed at a polling booth in Nandigram.

POCO announces special upgrade offer for POCO X3 Pro buyers

Earlier this week, POCO had launched the X3 Pro smartphone in India as an upgrade to the F1 handset, which was introduced back in 2019.

Now, travel from Delhi to Meerut in just 45 minutes

You will now be able to travel from Delhi to Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, in only 45 minutes as the Delhi-Meerut Expressway was opened to the public today.

Simple Energy Mark 2 e-scooter found testing; design details revealed

Simple Energy should launch its Mark 2 electric scooter in India later this year.

Triumph Bonneville range launched; prices start at Rs. 7.95 lakh

British automaker Triumph has launched its 2021 Bonneville range of motorbikes in India.

Moto G60 and G20 appear in renders, design features revealed

Motorola is working on two new budget-range G-series smartphones, called the G60 and G20. In the latest development, renders of the handsets have been leaked online, revealing their key features.

Samsung Galaxy A82 appears on Google Play Console, launch imminent

Samsung is gearing up to announce the Galaxy A82 smartphone soon.

Instagram Reels' latest feature called Remix mimics Duets from TikTok

It's no secret that Instagram Reels is Facebook's version of TikTok. And, now Instagram's new Remix feature announced yesterday mimics TikTok's Duet feature.

Infinix Hot 10 Play to be launched on April 19

Infinix is all set to launch the Hot 10 Play smartphone in India on April 19. The device will be priced between Rs. 8,000 and Rs. 10,000.

Election Commission prohibits A Raja from campaigning for 48 hours

The Election Commission of India on Thursday debarred Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader A Raja from campaigning for the next 48 hours.

Humble One: World's first SUV to run on solar energy

US-based start-up Humble Motors has revealed its Humble One concept car. It is the world's first SUV to run on solar energy.

Don't impose another lockdown: Multiplex Association writes to Maharashtra CM

The Multiplex Association of India (MAI), along with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), wrote a letter to Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray to not impose another lockdown, pointing out that such a decision will be detrimental to the cinema business, retail, and shopping industries.

Decoding KKR skipper Eoin Morgan's performance in the IPL

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Eoin Morgan will be keen to make his presence felt in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Realme C25, C21, C20 to be launched on April 8

Realme will launch its C25, C21, and C20 models in India on April 8 at 12:30pm, the company has confirmed. They will be available in India via Flipkart.

As COVID-19 vaccination for 45+ begins, politicians, celebrities get doses

Amid a worrying surge in COVID-19 cases in several states across India, the crucial third phase of the vaccination drive began today.

BJP v/s BJP: Karnataka minister accuses CM Yediyurappa of 'authoritarianism'

Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa has complained against state Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa to Governor Vajubhai Vala.

OnePlus 9 Pro now available in India: Details here

OnePlus 9 Pro, which was launched in India last month, is now available in the country via Amazon, OnePlus.in, OnePlus exclusive offline stores, and other partner outlets.

'One Direction's Niall Horan left shaken after penthouse broken into

In a shocking incident, an intruder recently broke into singer Niall Horan's London penthouse.

Ahead of launch in 2022, Ferrari Purosangue SUV spotted testing

Italian automaker Ferrari should unveil its Purosangue SUV in 2022.

How Prakritik Power is helping businesses shift to solar energy

Armed with nine years of work experience, an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad, and having spent two years running a successful start-up, Narayan Singh Rao decided to make an impact in the area of sustainable power generation by leveraging solar energy.

Google cancels April Fools' Day pranks for second consecutive year

Search giant Google will refrain from wisecracks for the second consecutive year. The Verge and Business Insider received confirmation from the company that owing to the coronavirus pandemic, jokes for this year's April Fools' Day have been paused.

SRK, John Abraham to begin shooting 'Pathan' action sequences tomorrow

John Abraham is set to join the shoot of the highly-anticipated movie Pathan from tomorrow.

Indian Premier League: Who was SRH's breakout performer last season?

In the Indian Premier League 2020 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad took the third place on basis of NRR after collecting 14 points (W7 L7).

West Bengal election: Suvendu Adhikari's convoy attacked in Nandigram

Amid phase two of polling in West Bengal, the convoy of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari was attacked on Thursday afternoon.

2021 Triumph Bonneville Street Twin launched at Rs. 7.95 lakh

British automaker Triumph Motorcycles has launched the 2021 version of its Bonneville Street Twin model in India at Rs. 7.95 lakh.

SpaceX will add 360-degree glass dome to Crew Dragon capsule

The SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule might have famously completed two International Space Station (ISS) missions, but it is also primarily designed to be SpaceX's vehicle for space tourism. To that effect, the space vehicle is getting an upgrade that's more touristy than space worthy.

Yamaha YZF R15 V3 launched in a Metallic Red color

Yamaha has launched a new Metallic Red color option for the YZF-R15 V3 bike in India. It joins the existing shades of Racing Blue, Dark Knight, and Thunder Grey colors.

Kirti Kulhari announces separation from husband Saahil Sehgal

Four More Shots Please! actress Kirti Kulhari has announced separation from her husband, actor Saahil Sehgal.

IPL: A look at SRH's recent performances (2018-2020)

The 14th edition of Indian Premier League will be underway on April 9.

Bollywood's 'thekedars' KJo, Aditya Chopra in hiding, says 'Thalaivi' Kangana

Unlike her colleagues from Bollywood, actress Kangana Ranaut is not letting the recent coronavirus wave hinder her plans. Her ambitious project Thalaivi will release on April 23, as has been decided.

West Bengal election: BJP worker found dead in Nandigram

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker Uday Dubey was found hanging at his home in Nandigram in West Bengal's Purba Medinipur district on Thursday.

OPPO F19 to be launched in India on April 6

OPPO will launch the F19 model in India on April 6, the company has announced. The smartphone will join the F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ models that were introduced last month.

Bappi Lahiri in ICU after testing positive for coronavirus

Veteran music composer Bappi Lahiri has tested positive for COVID-19 and is admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), reports said on Thursday.

India's annual electricity use down first time in 35 years

The annual electricity use in India fell for the first time in at least 35 years during the financial year ending March 2021, a government data analysis by Reuters shows.

Mi 11 Ultra to debut in India on April 23

Xiaomi's latest flagship smartphone, the Mi 11 Ultra, will be launched in India on April 23, as per tipster Mukul Sharma. To recall, the handset was announced in China earlier this week.

Ariana Grande replaces Nick Jonas as 'The Voice' coach

Pop superstar Ariana Grande has joined the Season 21 of The Voice as a coach, NBC has recently confirmed.

Stack: Google's experimental AI-powered app for scanning and categorizing documents

Google's in-house idea incubator, dubbed Area 120, has released a new app called Stack. The document analysis and segregation tool is available only as an Android app in the US for the time being.

Kia Seltos (facelift) likely to be launched on April 27

South Korean automaker Kia Motors is likely to launch the facelifted version of its Seltos SUV in India on April 27.

iQOO 7 BMW Edition to debut as iQOO 7 Legend

The iQOO 7's BMW M Motorsport variant (aka Legendary Edition) will be launched in India as iQOO 7 Legend, tipster Mukul Sharma has claimed.

BJP leader and actress Kirron Kher suffering from blood cancer

Noted Bollywood actress and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Chandigarh, Kirron Kher has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer.

15 million J&J vaccine doses ruined due to human error

About 15 million doses of Johnson & Johnson's one-shot vaccine have been ruined after a plant in the United States mixed up ingredients, The New York Times has reported.

Samsung Galaxy F02s, F12 to be launched on April 5

Samsung is working on two new budget smartphones, called the Galaxy F02s and F12. According to the Flipkart microsites, the handsets will be launched in India on April 5 at 12pm.

CSK pacer Josh Hazlewood pulls out of IPL 2021 season

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) pacer Josh Hazlewood has pulled out of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season.

Redmi Note 10 series registers Rs. 500 crore-worth of sales

Redmi's recently-launched Note 10 series has managed to sell over Rs. 500 crore-worth of smartphones in India in just two weeks, the company has announced. The line-up includes the Note 10, Note 10 Pro, and Note 10 Pro Max models.

Rajinikanth awarded the 51st Dadasaheb Phalke Award; PM congratulates 'Thalaiva'

The 51st Dadasaheb Phalke Award has been conferred upon superstar Rajinikanth.

Nissan Patrol NISMO SUV, with a 428hp V8 engine, unveiled

Japanese automaker Nissan has unveiled its 2021 Patrol NISMO SUV in the Middle East. It will go on sale this month.

IPL: Jason Roy joins SRH as replacement for Mitchell Marsh

England opening batsman Jason Roy will play in this year's Indian Premier League (IPL) after joining Sunrisers Hyderabad as a late replacement.

North Macedonia stun Germany in World Cup Qualifier: Records broken

North Macedonia stunned Germany 2-1 in a crucial World Cup qualifying match.

England beat Poland in World Cup Qualifier: Records broken

The England football team got the job done against Poland in a crucial World Cup qualifying match at the Wembley.

Within hours, Modi government rolls back small savings rate cut

Less than 12 hours after announcing a steep reduction in small savings interest rates, the government has scrapped the order, saying it was issued by oversight.

IPL: A look at CSK's recent performances (2018-2020)

The 14th edition of Indian Premier League will be underway on April 9.

Assembly elections: Nandigram among 30 West Bengal constituencies voting today

A total of 69 Assembly constituencies, spread across West Bengal and Assam, went to polls today morning.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 12.2 million with 72K+ new cases

India on Wednesday reported more than 72,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to nearly 12.2 million cases.

CFMoto unveils 650NK SP edition in Australia: Details here

CFMoto has introduced a special SP edition of its naked sports bike, the 650NK, in the Australian market.

'Young Sheldon' renewed for three more seasons through 2023-24

CBS has renewed the period sitcom, Young Sheldon for three more seasons.

NewsBytes Briefing: India continues to punish TikTok, and more

The best way to deal with bullies is to inflict a significant cost for their belligerence. And India has been doing a fine job hurting the economic interests of China for its border transgressions.

Ather 450X receives Bluetooth-based music and call controls via update

Ather Energy has started rolling out the 13th OTA update (Atherstack Atom) for its 450X smart electric scooter.

Samsung Galaxy A51 and A21s receive April 2021 security update

Samsung has started releasing the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update for the Galaxy A51 model and One UI 3.0 update for Galaxy A21s smartphone.

31 Mar 2021

Delhi policy decisions may face delays: Here's why

The amended Government of National Capital Territory (GNCT) of Delhi Act may cause delays in policy decisions as the new law mandates the approval of the Lieutenant Governor (L-G).

Ishrat Jahan encounter case: 3 Gujarat cops discharged by court

In the high-profile Ishrat Jahan encounter case, a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Wednesday discharged three accused police officers: GL Singhal, Tarun Barot, and Anaju Chaudhari.

IPL 2021: What lies ahead for Ruturaj Gaikwad?

Chennai Super Kings have been one of the most consistent franchises in the IPL history.

Deadline for linking Aadhaar and PAN extended till June 30

The deadline to link PAN (Permanent Account Number) and Aadhaar has been extended till June 30, 2021.

Parler warned FBI over 50 times before Capitol Hill protests

Free speech platform Parler reportedly informed the FBI of violent content on its platform in the days leading up to the Capitol Hill riots.

IPL: A look at MS Dhoni's performance as captain

The 14th edition of IPL is set to kick-off on April 9.

Fahadh Faasil's 'Joji' to release on Amazon Prime; teaser out

Amazon Prime Video, in a surprise for the audiences, has announced that Fahadh Faasil's Malayalam crime-thriller Joji will directly release on its platform.

'Why didn't you approach police against Deshmukh?' HC asks Singh

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday asked former Mumbai Police chief Param Bir Singh why he had not taken action against Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh.

Mamata Banerjee urges Sonia Gandhi, others to 'unite against BJP'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today wrote to several key Opposition leaders including Congress chief Sonia Gandhi, suggesting a large collaboration to take on the Bharatiya Janata Party after the ongoing round of Assembly polls.

Samsung Galaxy M42 5G appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 750G

Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy M42 5G model in India soon. In the latest development, the handset has been spotted on Geekbench, revealing some of its key specifications.

2021 TVS Apache RR 310 to debut on April 7

TVS Motor Company will launch the 2021 iteration of its Apache RR 310 fully-faired bike in India on April 7. The two-wheeler is likely to receive minor updates instead of a full overhaul.

2021 Suzuki Burgman 400, with new features, unveiled

Japanese automaker Suzuki has unveiled the 2021 version of its Burgman 400 maxi-style scooter. It is unlikely to make its way to India.

Apple loses Steve Jobs' trademark catchphrase to Swatch

A London court recently ruled that Apple Inc. could not keep Swiss watchmaker Swatch from using the phrase "one more thing" as its own trademark.

India freezes TikTok parent ByteDance's bank accounts in fresh blow

Indian authorities have frozen the bank accounts of TikTok owner ByteDance on grounds of alleged tax evasion by the Chinese firm.

ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED and VivoBook models launched in India

Expanding its portfolio of laptops in India, ASUS has launched the ZenBook 13 OLED and a bunch of VivoBook models in the country.

ICC Men's T20I Rankings: Devon Conway enters top five

New Zealand batsman Devon Conway has attained a career-best fourth position in the ICC Men's T20I Batting Rankings.

Decoding SRH skipper David Warner's performance in the IPL

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain David Warner has been a champion performer in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Ahead of launch, Realme Narzo 30's design and specifications leaked

Realme is gearing up to launch its latest budget-range smartphone, the Narzo 30, in the coming weeks.

Anushka Sharma resumes work, three months after daughter's birth

Actress Anushka Sharma, who gave birth to daughter Vamika less than three months ago, has returned to work.

Supreme Court-appointed committee submits report on farm laws

The committee appointed by the Supreme Court on the three contentious farm laws has submitted its report to the top court.

Mitchell Marsh pulls out of IPL 2021: Details here

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has pulled out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.

2021 Volkswagen T-Roc SUV launched at Rs. 21.35 lakh

German automaker Volkswagen has re-launched its T-Roc SUV in India. It can be booked online or via the company's dealerships and deliveries will commence in May.

Aadhaar-PAN linking last date: Here's how you can do it

The last date to link the PAN card and the Aadhaar card is March 31 (today).

Realme C25, C21, C20's India launch tipped for early April

Realme is expected to introduce three new budget-friendly handsets in India in early April, as per a tip-off by tipster Mukul Sharma.

'Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi' team upset with 'Pagglait' over similarities

The team of Seema Pahwa's Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi is reportedly unhappy with the Sanya Malhotra-starrer Pagglait over its similarities with their film.

Lexus LF-Z Electrified Concept previews the brand's next-generation electric cars

Lexus has unveiled its LF-Z Electrified Concept vehicle, offering a peek into the kind of styling, technology, and performance we can expect to see on the company's next-generation electric cars.

Sachin Waze's driver parked explosives-laden vehicle near Ambani residence: NIA

The National Investigation Agency has found that the driver of arrested Mumbai cop Sachin Waze had parked the explosives-laden vehicle near the residence of industrialist Mukesh Ambani in February.

Rishabh Pant vs Shreyas Iyer: Statistical comparison (IPL)

Middle-order batsman Rishabh Pant is set to lead Delhi Capitals in the upcoming edition of Indian Premier League.

IPL 2021: Records that can be scripted by Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians will be aiming to get the job done in the upcoming 14th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season, starting April 9.

SpaceX loses yet another Starship prototype in mid-air explosion

Just weeks after the SpaceX Starship Serial Number 10 (SN10) rocket met a fiery demise after a seemingly successful landing, the Starship SN11 exploded in mid-air yesterday.

'Game of Thrones' play being developed, will revive fan-favorite characters

Game of Thrones will be back soon, only this time in the avatar of a stage play.

Decoding Sergio Aguero's achievements in the Premier League

Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero is set to leave the club at the end of the season.

Delhi Airport to conduct random COVID-19 tests from today

Passengers at the Delhi Airport - coming from states that are witnessing a surge in COVID-19 cases - will be randomly tested for the virus and those found positive will be quarantined, the government said.

Realme 8 5G bags FCC certification, key specifications revealed

Realme is expected to introduce a 5G variant of its recently-launched Realme 8 handset sometime in April.

Piyush Goyal asks Punjab CM to implement e-payment of MSP

Union Food Minister Piyush Goyal has reportedly asked Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh to implement the Centre's order regarding e-payment of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) into the accounts of farmers from the upcoming rabi marketing season.

ZTE S30 series, with punch-hole design and 5G support, launched

ZTE has launched its latest S30 series of smartphones in China. The line-up starts at CNY 1,698 (roughly Rs. 19,000) and includes the vanilla S30, S30 SE, and S30 Pro models.

Akshay Kumar's 'Sooryavanshi' may not release next month

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar's highly-anticipated movie Sooryavanshi which secured an April 30 release could be delayed again.

Kia EV6 electric car, with over 500km of range, unveiled

South Korean automaker Kia Motors has unveiled its EV6 electric car. The four-wheeler is based on Hyundai's Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) and debuts the company's new 'Opposites United' design language.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G launched at Rs. 55,999

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S20 FE's 5G variant in India. It is priced at Rs. 55,999 and will go on sale starting today.

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Spotify and LinkedIn gear up to join the Clubhouse party

Spotify and LinkedIn are preparing to jump into the trendy "live audio" space after the invite-only Clubhouse app grabbed the attention of millions of iPhone users.

Realme GT Neo and V13 smartphones launched in China

Realme has launched its latest GT Neo and V13 models in China. The handsets carry a starting price-tag of CNY 1,799 (around Rs. 20,150) and CNY 1,599 (approximately Rs. 17,900), respectively.

Germany halts AstraZeneca vaccine use for under-60s over clot fears

Germany will allow general use of the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine only for people aged above 60 years, imposing restrictions on younger people taking the jab after several severe cases of blood clots were reported, the German government said on Tuesday.

Christopher Nolan's 'Tenet' is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video

Christopher Nolan's latest offering Tenet is now available to stream in India on Amazon Prime Video.

WI vs SL, 2nd Test: Key takeaways from Day 2

The second Test between West Indies and Sri Lanka remains evenly poised after Lahiru Thirimanne gave the visitors an ideal start on Day 2.

Miami Open: Top seeds Ashleigh Barty, Daniil Medvedev progress

Women's and men's singles top seeds Ashleigh Barty and Daniil Medvedev progressed further in the ongoing Miami Open.

Volkswagen Tiguan (facelift) revealed; India launch soon

German automaker Volkswagen has revealed the facelifted version of its Tiguan SUV in India. It will be launched here in the coming weeks.

Mi 11 Ultra is the best camera smartphone yet: DXOMARK

Xiaomi's newly-launched Mi 11 Ultra has outshone rivals like Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, iPhone 12 Pro Max, and Huawei Mate 40 Pro+ to become the best camera smartphone ever, according to DXOMARK.

Virgin Galactic unveils next-generation SpaceShip III commercial spaceflight vehicle

SpaceX competitor Virgin Galactic has unveiled the VSS Imagine, the latest in its fleet of spacecraft primarily designed for commercial tourism.

'Hera Pheri' turns 21: Lesser-known facts about the cult classic

Any conversation about cult Indian comedies is incomplete without mentioning Priyadarshan's Hera Pheri.

Volkswagen Taigun, with a sporty design and feature-rich cabin, unveiled

German automaker Volkswagen has unveiled its Taigun SUV in India. It should be launched here in the coming months.

Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro 15 and 14 launched in China

Expanding its portfolio of premium laptops, Xiaomi has launched the Mi Notebook Pro 15 and Mi Notebook Pro 14 models in China. The range starts at CNY 5,299 (roughly Rs. 59,400) and will go on sale starting April 2.

Robert Lewandowski out for four weeks with knee injury

Bayern Munich talisman Robert Lewandowski will be missing action for about a month with a knee injury.

Nashik imposes entry fee for markets to contain coronavirus surge

Amid a surge in coronavirus cases in Nashik, the district authorities have imposed fresh restrictions on market areas to prevent them from getting overcrowded.

Ajaz Khan arrested by NCB after eight-hour-long interrogation; claims innocence

Actor Ajaz Khan, who is widely known for his stint on Bigg Boss, was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Wednesday after eight hours of interrogation in connection with a drug case.

Belgium smash eight goals past Belarus in WCQ: Records broken

Four Premier League players were on the scoresheet as Belgium thrashed Belarus in their World Cup qualifying match against Belarus.

Ronaldo scores as Portugal beat Luxembourg 3-1: Records broken

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal in this World Cup qualifying campaign as Portugal claimed a victory against Luxembourg on Tuesday.

Tesla customers double charged; Forced to seek help from banks

In a strange development, multiple Tesla customers have reported being charged twice for their new electric cars. Christopher Lee is one such customer who documented his ordeal in a YouTube video, where he was billed $56,579 twice for the Tesla Model Y.

Bengal: Campaigning for second phase ends, all eyes on Nandigram

The campaigning for the second phase of Assembly polls in West Bengal ended on Tuesday, with heavyweights from both the sides — the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Trinamool Congress (TMC) — trying to woo voters.

Honda CB650R motorbike launched in India at Rs. 8.7 lakh

Japanese automaker Honda has launched its CB650R middle-weight naked street motorcycle in India. It is available via the company's BigWing dealerships.

COVID-19 spike in Delhi mainly among young, says AIIMS Chief

The recent coronavirus spike in Delhi has primarily affected the younger generation, AIIMS Chief Dr. Randeep Guleria has said. A sizeable number of patients are reporting "milder symptoms," he asserted.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 12.1 million with 53K+ new cases

India on Tuesday reported more than 53,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to nearly 12.1 million cases.

NewsBytes Briefing: Tesla surprises customers with two-for-one offer, and more

Tesla customers were in for a surprise when they received two withdrawals instead of one for vehicles that cost anywhere between $37,000 and $100,000.

COVID-19 situation going from 'bad to worse': Health Ministry

The COVID-19 situation in India has gone from "bad to worse" over the last few weeks, the Union Health Ministry said on Tuesday.

Xiaomi releases MIUI 12.5 stable update for Mi 10 Ultra

Xiaomi has started releasing the MIUI 12.5 stable update for the Mi 10 Ultra model.

OnePlus 8, 8 Pro receive OxygenOS 11.0.5.5 update in India

OnePlus has started rolling out a new OxygenOS 11.0.5.5 update for the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro models in India.

OnePlus 9 series recorded $45 million revenue in 10 seconds

OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro smartphones went on their first sale in China yesterday and the company has made a revenue of CNY 300 million (roughly $45.6 million) during the first 10 seconds of the sale.