IPL 2021: Five rising stars to watch out for
The upcoming IPL edition is set to begin on April 9.
Harry, Meghan's first Netflix project will be on Invictus Games
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are all set to produce their first Netflix project.
IPL 2021, MA Chidambaram Stadium: Pitch, conditions and more
The 14th edition of the Indian Premier League will be underway on April 9.
Apple TV might support 120Hz output in the future
A new report from 9to5Mac claims that the publication has found references to "120 Hz" and "supports 120 Hz" in the tvOS 14.5 beta code.
Decoding the IPL performance of Mumbai Indians pacer Jasprit Bumrah
The Indian Premier League 2021 will be underway on April 9.
Gionee M3, with MediaTek Helio P60 processor, goes official
Gionee has launched its latest budget-friendly smartphone, the M3, in China.
Arunachal fire: Varun Dhawan, wife Natasha Dalal donate Rs. 1L
Actor Varun Dhawan and his wife, fashion designer Natasha Dalal, have donated Rs. 1 lakh to the relief fund for the fire victims of Longliang village, Arunachal Pradesh.
Ekta Kapoor's next web-series to focus on Indira Gandhi, emergency
Noted producer Ekta Kapoor has announced a new web-series for her company Balaji Telefilms' streaming platform, ALTBalaji.
Amid COVID-19 spike, Punjab orders night curfew, bans political gatherings
The Punjab government on Wednesday introduced fresh curbs to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
Centre allows COVID-19 vaccinations at workplaces; check guidelines here
The central government on Wednesday allowed COVID-19 vaccinations at workplaces with 100 eligible and willing beneficiaries.
Mi 11 Ultra will be available in India via Amazon
Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Mi 11 Ultra smartphone in India on April 23. In the latest development, an Amazon microsite has confirmed that handset will be available via the e-commerce giant.
Google may have inadvertently leaked the upcoming Pixel Buds A
On Tuesday, Google sent out an email to people in the Google Nest mailing list. It was accompanied by an image showing various devices from the brand.
Ahead of launch, prices of Aprilia SXR 125 scooter leaked
The Aprilia SXR 125 maxi-style scooter will be launched in India soon and shall reportedly carry a price-tag of Rs. 1.15 lakh. Its pre-bookings are currently underway.
'Roadies Revolution' fame Saqib Khan quits showbiz for religious path
Contestant of Roadies Revolution, Saqib Khan came on social media to announce his decision to leave behind showbiz for a religious calling.
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 to debut in India in June
Harley-Davidson has listed the Pan America 1250 bike as an upcoming model in India, confirming that it will be launched in June. It comes in two variants: Standard and Special.
Flipkart Mobiles Bonanza: Deals and discounts on popular smartphones
Flipkart has kicked-off its Mobiles Bonanza sale starting today.
Former Indian captain Dhoni announces animated spy series 'Captain 7'
Former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni is ready to start a new innings in life, this time off the field.
Nissan Magnite becomes costlier by up to Rs. 33,000
Japanese automaker Nissan has increased the prices of its Magnite SUV in India.
Facebook breach: How to check if your data was compromised
After the recent Facebook data breach which affected more than 533 million users including CEO Mark Zuckerberg himself, the first question that comes to mind is, "How do I know my Facebook account was affected?"
OPPO A35 appears on China Telecom's library, key specifications revealed
OPPO may launch a new A35 model in China soon. In the latest development, the handset has been spotted on China Telecom's product library, revealing that it will come with a punch-hole display, a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset, and triple rear cameras.
Xiaomi's first EV will be priced under Rs. 35 lakh
Xiaomi had recently announced its plan to make smart electric vehicles, and now we are getting some details about the tech giant's electrified ambitions.
Delhi woman mows down elderly couple; says she was distracted
A Delhi woman on Sunday mowed down an elderly couple in the Dwarka region of the national capital, the police said on Tuesday.
Top doctor says COVID-19 situation in Mumbai is 'grim'
The coronavirus situation at the ground level in Mumbai is grim, a top doctor at the KEM Hospital, one of the city's largest medical facilities, has warned.
Kartik Aaryan to play a cricketer in Karan Johar's next?
Kartik Aaryan, who recently recovered from COVID-19, remains a busy man.
Might make a movie on the SSR case: Ram Gopal
Ram Gopal Varma, who is known for his edgy movies, recently said that a movie on the life of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput might be on the cards.
Discounts worth Rs. 50,000 on Kawasaki bikes this April
In a bid to increase sales, Japanese automaker Kawasaki is offering attractive discounts on select models in India such as the KLX140 and KX100 dirt bikes, the semi-faired Versys 650, as well as the fully-faired Ninja 1000SX, among others.
Citroen C5 Aircross launched in India at Rs. 30 lakh
French automaker Citroen's C5 Aircross SUV, which was unveiled in February, has been launched in India. It is offered in two variants: Feel and Shine.
IPL 2021: Decoding the rule pertaining to multiple Super Overs
The 2020 IPL edition witnessed a bizarre sequence of events.
Centre to collect data on those testing COVID-positive after vaccination
The central government will now collect data on those testing positive for COVID-19 after getting vaccinated for the viral disease.
OnePlus 9R to be launched in China; prices tipped
OnePlus is working to launch the 9R model in China, according to tipster Digital Chat Station. As per the leak, the smartphone will be priced under CNY 3,000 (roughly Rs. 34,000).
Vivo NEX 5 may sport quad-curved design, in-display selfie camera
Vivo is likely to launch a flagship NEX 5 smartphone sometime later this year.
WhatsApp may soon allow data transfer between Android and iOS
WhatsApp users might soon be able to transfer their data on the instant-messaging platform between iOS and Android platforms, reveals WABetaInfo in a new report.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno drives past 9 lakh unit sales mark
Maruti Suzuki has sold 9,12,169 units of its Baleno hatchback in India since its launch in October 2015, as per Autocar India.
Happy birthday Jeetendra! Interesting facts on 'Jumping Jack of Bollywood'
Jeetendra, who is fondly known as the 'Jumping Jack of Bollywood' for his prolific energy and dance moves, is one of the greatest performers of the film industry.
Engine and variant details of India-specific Mercedes-Benz GLA revealed
The second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA will be launched in India in the coming weeks. It was supposed to be introduced last year but the plans got postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maharashtra COVID-19 vaccine stocks to last 3 days: Health Minister
Maharashtra, India's worst-hit state in the COVID-19 outbreak, is fast running out of its vaccine stocks, state Health Minister Rajesh Tope said on Wednesday.
Chhattisgarh: Maoists release picture of the commando in their custody
The Communist Party of India (Maoist) today released a picture of a commando from the CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) unit, confirming that he is in their custody.
iQOO Neo5 bags BIS certification, India launch imminent
Vivo-backed iQOO is working to launch the Neo5 model in India soon. In the latest development, tipster Mukul Sharma has revealed that the handset (model number I2012) has received BIS certification.
Redmi Note 10's 6GB RAM variant goes on open sale
If you are planning to buy the recently-launched Redmi Note 10, you will not have to wait for another flash sale.
Prior to launch, production of 2021 SKODA OCTAVIA sedan begins
Ahead of its launch in India later this month, SKODA has commenced production of the 2021 OCTAVIA sedan at its factory in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. The deliveries of the car should begin from the end of May.
Mask compulsory even if driving alone, rules Delhi High Court
Wearing a face mask during the COVID-19 pandemic is compulsory even when a person is driving alone in a car, the Delhi High Court ruled on Wednesday, terming cars a "public place."
Anushka Sharma calls out toxicity on social media
Social media toxicity crumbles you from within, and this has been faced by many known faces of the film industry.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G tipped to be discontinued
Samsung will discontinue the Exynos 990-based Galaxy S20 FE 4G variant and replace it with a more powerful Snapdragon 865+ powered model, as per tipster Ice Universe.
OnePlus 9 series receives more improvements via latest OTA update
OnePlus has rolled out yet another update for its latest flagship smartphones, the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro.
PUBG Mobile permanently bans 1.6 million players for cheating
PUBG Mobile has long had a chronic problem with cheaters. The developers have been releasing weekly reports detailing anti-cheat measures. And, now the company has permanently banned a massive 1.6 million player accounts in the five-day period between March 28 and April 1.
OPPO Reno5 Z, with MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset, goes official
OPPO has launched its latest mid-range smartphone, the Reno5 Z, in Singapore.
Kim Kardashian West is officially a billionaire, says Forbes
American socialite Kim Kardashian West is officially a billionaire now, Forbes has confirmed.
2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS, with new look and mild-hybrid powertrain, revealed
German automaker Mercedes-Benz has revealed its new-generation CLS 450 4MATIC sedan. It will go on sale in the US early next year.
RBI MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 4%
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India today kept the repo rate unchanged at 4 percent and maintained its accommodative stance for as long as necessary to sustain growth.
IPL 2021: RCB's Daniel Sams tests positive for COVID-19
In another blow for Royal Challengers Bangalore, Australian all-rounder Daniel Sams has tested positive for COVID-19.
Champions League, Phil Foden strikes late as City beat Dortmund
A late goal by Phil Foden powered Manchester City to victory against Borussia Dortmund (2-1) in their Champions League quarter-final first leg at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday.
Man, whose mask slipped, beaten severely by cops in MP
A shocking incident has come to the fore where a 35-year-old man was severely beaten up by two policemen in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly for not wearing a face mask properly.
Champions League, Real Madrid beat Liverpool in quarter-finals (first leg)
A brace by Vinicius Junior helped Real Madrid defeat Liverpool 3-1 in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday.
Coronavirus: India reports biggest single-day spike with 1.1L new cases
India on Tuesday reported more than 1.1 lakh fresh coronavirus infections, marking the biggest single-day spike since the pandemic began. The nationwide tally climbed to nearly 12.8 million cases.
NewsBytes Briefing: Mark Zuckerberg gives off mixed Signals, and more
People are best judged by their actions and not their words, and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is a resplendent example.
DC fans now campaigning for #DeathstrokeHBOMax, actor Joe Manganiello joins
Hot on the heels of Zack Snyder's Justice League release, popularly known as the Snyder Cut, DC fans are now campaigning for a new series or movie based around True Blood actor Joe Manganiello's Deathstroke.
Realme 8's first update brings camera and touch improvements
Realme has started releasing a new software update for its recently-launched Realme 8 smartphone in India.
Samsung Galaxy F41 receives One UI 3.1 update in India
Samsung has started releasing the One UI 3.1 update, which is based on Android 11, for the Galaxy F41 model in India.
Facebook-leaked phone number reveals that Mark Zuckerberg uses Signal
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's phone number is among the personal data of 533 million Facebook users that was leaked recently. Dave Walker, a security researcher on Twitter revealed that Zuckerberg has an account on the Signal app.
In UP Police custody, Mukhtar Ansari to reach Banda tomorrow
The Uttar Pradesh Police on Tuesday took custody of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MLA Mukhtar Ansari from Punjab's Ropar jail to transfer him to Banda prison.
CRED's valuation skyrockets to $2.2 billion following fresh investment
In March, we had reported that Bengaluru-based fintech start-up CRED was in talks to raise around $200 million.
IPL 2021: A look at the contenders for Purple Cap
The 2021 edition of IPL will be in full swing from April 9 onward.
IPL 2021: A look at the contenders for Orange Cap
The Indian Premier League 2021 is all set to begin on April 9.
Maharashtra government moves SC to cancel CBI probe against Deshmukh
Shortly after Nationalist Congress Party leader Dilip Walse Patil assumed office as the new Home Minister of Maharashtra, the state government moved the Supreme Court seeking to cancel the corruption probe against his predecessor, Anil Deshmukh.
Facing bed shortage, Pune hospital gives patients oxygen in waiting-area
Patients at a Pune hospital were provided oxygen support in the waiting area while authorities try and find a room inside.
Ahead of launch, Realme C25 (Indian variant) spotted on Geekbench
Realme is gearing up to introduce its budget-friendly C25 model in India on April 8.
Samsung Galaxy A31's prices slashed in India: Details here
Samsung has reduced the prices of its Galaxy A31 model in India by Rs. 1,000. The price-drop is permanent in nature and will be applicable to both online as well as offline sales channels.
Apple iMac with a bigger display is coming soon
Apple will soon launch an iMac that will have a display bigger than the largest offering in the current line-up, claims a credible leaker that goes by the handle L0vetodream on Twitter.
These Royal Enfield motorcycles have become costlier in India
Royal Enfield has increased the prices of its BS6-compliant Bullet 350 and Meteor 350 motorbikes in India.
KTM announces limited-edition 1290 Super Duke RR motorcycle
KTM has launched a lighter and more performance-oriented version of its 1290 Super Duke R bike, called the 1290 Super Duke RR.
IPL 2021: Decoding the new umpiring guidelines
The 14th edition of the Indian Premier League will begin on April 9.
2021 SKODA KODIAQ's teaser reveals key design details
Prior to its world premiere on April 13, Czech automaker SKODA has released a teaser video of its 2021 KODIAQ SUV.
Launch of 2021 TVS Apache RR 310 delayed in India
Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases across India, TVS Motor Company has postponed the launch of its 2021 Apache RR 310 bike from April 7 to an unannounced date later this month.
'Mission Majnu': Sidharth Malhotra sustains injury, resumes shoot post aid
Sidharth Malhotra sustained a knee injury while performing a stunt for his upcoming espionage-thriller, Mission Majnu.
Ahead of debut in India, iQOO 7 Legend previewed
iQOO India Director Gagan Arora, in collaboration with YouTuber Technical Guruji, has revealed that the company is planning to launch two smartphones in India under the iQOO 7 series, including the flagship Legend model by the end of April.
Katrina Kaif tests positive for coronavirus, in home isolation
Coronavirus isn't sparing anyone in the film industry it seems.
TMC candidate Sujata Mondal attacked by BJP workers, alleges party
As voting progressed for the third phase of polling in West Bengal, Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate Sujata Mondal was allegedly attacked by workers of the rival Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Designed for students, HP launches Chromebook 11a at Rs. 22,000
HP has launched a new Chromebook 11a model in India at Rs. 21,999. It is designed for students who are taking online classes due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Mask kahan hai madam, Kishwer Merchant asks Kangana, gets trolled
Popular TV actress Kishwer Merchant became the latest victim of the troll brigade, when she questioned actress Kangana Ranaut for not donning a mask in public.
Prior to debut, Mercedes-Benz reveals technical specifications of EQS sedan
Mercedes-Benz EQS will be unveiled on April 15 and should be launched in India in early-2022. It will be offered in two versions: EQS 450+ (RWD) and EQS 580 4MATIC (AWD).
Windows 10 could soon unlock automatically by detecting your presence
Remember the Dynamic Lock feature that made its way to Windows 10 a few years ago? It automatically locks your PC when you move away from it.
Man masturbates in autorickshaw at woman taking son to hospital
A 30-year-old man has been arrested by the police in Pune district, Maharashtra for allegedly masturbating in an autorickshaw while staring at a woman co-passenger.
Apple iPhone SE 3's specifications tipped; to debut in 2022
Apple's iPhone SE 3 will be launched in 2022, followed by a refreshed version in 2023 with a bigger screen size and a punch-hole design, according to tipster Ross Young.
Covishield 90% effective if doses given 2-3 months apart: Poonawalla
The efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine Covishield could increase to 90% if the two doses are given 2.5-3 months apart, Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla said Monday.
IPL 2021: MI's scout Kiran More tests positive for COVID-19
In a blow for Mumbai Indians, scout and wicket-keeping consultant Kiran More has tested positive for COVID-19.
TN Elections: Thala Ajith reacts sternly to fans clicking selfie
Ajith Kumar, fondly called Thala Ajith, was one of the first celebrities to vote for the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly election today.
2021 Jaguar F-PACE's bookings open; deliveries to start from May
Bookings for the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace SUV, which made its global debut in September 2020, have commenced in India. Its deliveries will start from May.
MG Motor India sells over 50,000 units of Hector SUV
MG Motor has sold a total of 53,265 units of its Hector SUV in India since its launch in June 2019, as per Autocar.
Chhattisgarh: 5-year-old daughter of kidnapped CoBRA commando pleads for release
The five-year-old daughter of a CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) commando has appealed for the release of her father, who is reportedly in the custody of Naxals in Chhattisgarh.
Astronauts successfully relocate SpaceX's Resilience—first for a commercial crew port
On Monday, astronauts successfully relocated the SpaceX Crew-1 spacecraft from the forward port of the International Space Station's (ISS) Harmony module to the space-facing port.
Delhi: Part of under-construction bridge collapses, 1 died
A 50-year-old man was killed after a concrete and iron beam of a railway bridge under construction in West Delhi's Punjabi Bagh area fell on four parked trucks this morning.
Google's April 2021 update significantly boosts Pixel 5's performance
Google has started releasing the latest April 2021 update for all the eligible Pixel smartphones, including the Pixel 5.
Charles Sobhraj's 77th birthday: Interesting facts about the Bikini Killer
The infamous serial killer Hotchand Bhawnani Gurumukh Charles Sobhraj, better known as Charles Sobhraj, turns 77 today.
West Bengal: Poll officer takes EVMs to TMC leader's house
A polling officer in West Bengal was suspended after he took four Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and four Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) to the house of his relative, who is a Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader.
RIP Yahoo Answers, will permanently shut down on May 4
After a storied history of 15 years, Yahoo Answers is shutting down.
Hyundai scales new heights; sells over 10 lakh Made-in-India SUVs
In a proud achievement for Hyundai Motor India, the company has sold over 10 lakh 'Made in India' SUVs, across domestic and international markets, since 2015.
Did Randhir Kapoor accidentally leak Kareena's second son's picture?
Actors Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan welcomed their second child on February 21 but are yet to reveal the face of the baby publicly.
Ahead of launch, Lenovo Legion 2 Pro's design revealed
Prior to the April 8 launch event, Lenovo has shared a poster of the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro. The image reveals a huge bump at the center of the rear panel, which houses a dual camera setup, a fan, and the Legion logo with RGB lighting.
OPPO F19 goes official in India at Rs. 19,000
As an addition to its F19 series of smartphones, OPPO has launched the F19 model in India. It joins the existing F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ models.
Dembele's late strike helps Barcelona beat Valladolid 1-0: Records broken
A late strike by Ousmane Dembele helped Barcelona beat Real Valladolid 1-0 in La Liga on Monday.
Amid COVID-19 surge, Delhi imposes night curfew starting today
A night curfew from 10 pm to 5 am has been imposed in Delhi starting today until April 30, the city's government said on Tuesday.
Triumph Trident 660 launched in India at Rs. 6.95 lakh
British automaker Triumph has launched its Trident 660 motorcycle in India. The bookings for the tourer are also open.
POCO X3 Pro to go on sale today via Flipkart
POCO X3 Pro, which went official in India last month, is set to go on its first sale today at 12pm via Flipkart.
'SSR Wrong Height Recorded' trend reignites SSR's death mystery
The untimely demise of Kedarnath actor Sushant Singh Rajput last year remains one of the most discussed topics till date.
SKODA OCTAVIA RS 245 available with Rs. 8 lakh discount
In a bid to clear inventory, select dealerships are offering discounts of up to Rs. 8 lakh on the limited-run SKODA OCTAVIA RS 245 sedan in India.
Justice NV Ramana appointed Chief Justice of India by President
Justice NV Ramana has been appointed as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI) by President Ram Nath Kovind.
Over 4,000 units of Nexon EV sold in 14 months
Tata Motors has sold 4,219 units of Nexon EV in India since its launch in January last year. These figures are seen as a good sign not just for the the company but for the whole EV industry.
IPL 2021: 14 members of broadcast bio-bubble test COVID-19 positive
The second wave of COVID-19 continues to hit the impending edition of the Indian Premier League.
20 crore people from 4 states, 1 UT vote today
More than 20 crore people from four states and one Union Territory - West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry - are today voting to elect candidates for 475 Assembly seats, in what can be seen as the biggest election day in the country since the 2019 Indian general elections.
Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 12.6 million with 96K+ new cases
India on Monday reported more than 96,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally past 12.6 million cases.
Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra receives latest April 2021 security patch
Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for the Galaxy Note20 Ultra model in Europe.
NewsBytes Briefing: Facebook springs a massive data leak, and more
Facebook demonstrated how MobiKwik's data leak affecting 100 million users were rookie numbers by leaking the data of 535 million users, 6 million of which were Indians.
Xiaomi Mi 10, 10 Pro receive MIUI 12.5 stable update
Xiaomi has started rolling out the MIUI 12.5 stable update for the Mi 10 and 10 Pro models in China.
BYJU's acquires Aakash Educational Services for $1 billion
Popular online teaching platform BYJU's announced on Monday that it has acquired Aakash Educational Services Limited, a chain of physical coaching centres in the country, for nearly $1 billion.
