07 May 2021

Central Vista: SC asks Delhi HC to consider early hearing

The Supreme Court (SC) on Friday refused to hear a petition on stopping construction work on the Central Vista project at Rajpath in Delhi in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pakistan's Azhar Ali slams 18th Test century: The key numbers

Senior Pakistan cricket team batsman Azhar Ali smashed a sublime century on Day 1 of the second Test against Zimbabwe in Harare on Friday.

HONOR's latest MagicBooks offer Full-HD+ display and 10th-generation Intel processors

Expanding its portfolio of laptops, tech giant HONOR has introduced the MagicBook X 14 and X 15 laptops in China. They start at CNY 2,999 (roughly Rs. 34,000) and CNY 3,099 (roughly Rs. 35,300), respectively.

Kunal Kohli's 'Ramyug' review: Do we really need another 'Ramayan'?

Hum Tum director Kunal Kohli entered the digital forum with Ramyug, his vision of Ramayan.

Sushant Singh Rajput's fans trend actor's name for #100MostHandsomeMen2021 contest

Late actor Sushant Singh Rajput has been trending on Twitter today.

HONOR Pad X7, with MediaTek Helio P22T chipset, goes official

Chinese tech giant HONOR has launched its latest budget-range tablet, the Pad X7, in its home country. The device carries a starting price-tag of CNY 899 (around Rs. 10,000).

Olympics: Indian rower Arjun highlights the strict guidelines in place

Indian rowers Arjun Lal Jat and Arvind Singh qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in men's lightweight double sculls event after finishing second in the final race of the Asia-Oceania Continental Qualifying Regatta in Tokyo on Friday.

Kartik's 'Dostana 2' exit stemmed from souring relations with Janhvi?

Kartik Aaryan's exit from Dharma Productions' Dostana 2 is undoubtedly one of the biggest stories in India's tinseltown.

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy F62 available with Rs. 7,500 discount

If you are looking for a premium smartphone at an affordable price, here's an interesting deal. Samsung is offering the Galaxy F62 with an instant cashback of Rs. 7,500 on HDFC and ICICI Bank cards.

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace (facelift) to debut on May 12

Volkswagen is geared up to launch the facelifted version of its Tiguan Allspace on May 12. The company has also released a teaser, which reveals the sides and rear section of the upcoming SUV.

Comedian-couple Sugandha Mishra, Sanket Bhosale booked for violating COVID-19 norms

Comedians Sugandha Mishra and Sanket Bhosale have been booked for violating COVID-19 norms at their recent wedding in the Phagwara town of Punjab.

BCCI announces India's squad for WTC final and England Tests

The BCCI has announced India's squad for the ICC World Test Championship final, starting June 18, and the five-Test series against England.

Mahindra to launch eKUV100 and eXUV300 in India by 2022

Mahindra will launch its eKUV100 and eXUV300 cars in India by 2022. Showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo, the duo will be based on the fuel-driven KUV100 and XUV300 models, respectively.

It's official! Dhanush-led 'Karnan' to hit Amazon Prime on May-14

Dhanush-led Karnan is slated to get released on OTT, a little over a month of its theatrical release.

700 MT oxygen should reach Delhi daily, SC tells Centre

In sharp remarks to the Centre, the Supreme Court (SC) on Friday reiterated that Delhi should receive 700 metric tonnes (MT) of oxygen on a daily basis until further orders.

La Liga: Decoding the rivalry between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are all set to lock horns in gameweek 35 of La Liga 2020-21 season on Saturday at the Camp Nou.

Yamaha teases YZF-R7 sports bike, launch imminent

Yamaha is expected to launch its YZF-R7 motorcycle in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the company has released a teaser video, suggesting that the two-wheeler will be suited for both the racetrack as well as public roads.

Kohli, Anushka donate Rs. 2 crore to COVID-19 fund-raising project

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have joined the fight against the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: 96 oxygen concentrators seized from Delhi's Khan Chacha restaurant

The Delhi Police today seized as many as 96 oxygen concentrators from the popular Khan Chacha restaurant in the city's Khan Market area, reports say.

Limited-run Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 bike revealed in collaboration with REPLAY

Husqvarna Motorcycles, in collaboration with clothing brand REPLAY, has unveiled limited-editions of the Vitpilen 701, 701 Supermoto, and 701 Enduro LR bikes. Production of each will be limited to just 10 units.

Rahul Gandhi writes to Modi; lists suggestions on COVID-19

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday wrote a second letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the "uncontrollable spread" of COVID-19 in India and requested the Centre to consider four "urgent" suggestions.

Honda H'ness CB350 becomes costlier by Rs. 3,400

Japanese automaker Honda has increased the prices of its H'ness CB350 motorcycle in India. The two-wheeler has become costlier by Rs. 3,405 and now starts at Rs. 1,89,905.

Apple sued over iPhone 6's alleged 'battery explosion'

Two years after the iPhone 6's battery exploded in Robert Franklin's face, the Texan man is seeking a class-action suit against Apple for allegedly selling defective batteries and violating the warranty pledge.

Premier League: Decoding the rivalry between Manchester City and Chelsea

Manchester City and Chelsea are all set to lock horns in gameweek 35 of the Premier League 2020-21 season on Saturday at the Etihad.

COVID-19: Anushka-Virat donates Rs. 2cr, plans to raise Rs. 7cr

The COVID-19 condition in the country has worsened in the past few months, and many known faces are finally coming out to provide aid.

Mi Pad 5's key specifications and launch timeline revealed

Xiaomi is planning to launch the Mi Pad 5 series of tablets in the second half of this year, as per a company official. The line-up will include the Mi Pad 5 and Mi 5 Pro models.

Bed allocation scam: Tejasvi Surya apologizes for accusing Muslim workers

Facing the wrath of Bengaluru's civil society for "communalizing" an alleged bed allocation scam by the civic body, Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya visited the Bengaluru south zone war room on Thursday to apologize for his actions.

Madrid Open: Casper Ruud stuns Stefanos Tsitsipas, reaches quarter-finals

Norway's Casper Ruud, on Thursday, stunned Stefanos Tsitsipas 7-6(4), 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals of the Mutua Madrid Open.

Santa Cruz, Hyundai's first-ever pick-up truck, revealed

Hyundai's first-ever pick-up truck, the Santa Cruz, is likely to go on sale in the US this summer.

COVID-19-induced 'Black fungus' cases reported in Delhi. What is it?

Even as a deadly second wave of the coronavirus continues to batter India, doctors at a top Delhi hospital have again reported several cases of a rare fungal infection among recovering patients.

Husqvarna reveals Vektorr concept e-scooter; to be launched in 2022

Husqvarna has revealed the concept version of its upcoming electric scooter, called the Vektorr. The production-specific model will be made in India and shall be launched next year.

TVF's 'Aspirants,' dealing with UPSC examinees, to end tomorrow

TVF has finally announced the release date of the fifth and final episode of its hit YouTube series, Aspirants.

Decoding stats of Edinson Cavani in the 2020-21 season

Edinson Cavani scored four goals and made two assists as Manchester United beat AS Roma 8-5 on aggregate in the semis to reach the UEFA Europa League final.

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G's support page goes live in India

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is set to be launched in India soon as its support page has gone live on the company's Indian website. The listing does not reveal much apart from the handset's model number: SM-A526B/DS.

After 'Tenet,' John David Washington stars in another sci-fi movie

Actor John David Washington will be teaming up with Rogue One: A Star Wars Story director Gareth Edwards for a new movie.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 to ship with a 15W charger

Samsung is expected to launch its next foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip3, on August 3 this year.

2021 ISUZU D-MAX Hi-Lander to be launched on May 10

Japanese automaker ISUZU has confirmed that its 2021 D-MAX Hi-Lander pick-up truck will be launched in India on May 10.

Coronavirus: India reports biggest spike of 4.14 lakh new cases

India reported a record number of 4.14 lakh fresh coronavirus infections on Friday. The nationwide tally now stands at 2.14 crore while the test positivity rate rose slightly to 22.6%.

OPPO Smart TV K9 series, with quad-core MediaTek chipset, launched

OPPO has unveiled its K9 series of Smart TVs in three sizes: 43-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch. The line-up carries a starting price-tag of CNY 1,999 (roughly Rs. 22,800).

Supreme Court rejects Centre's plea over oxygen supply to Karnataka

The Supreme Court of India today rejected the central government's petition challenging a Karnataka High Court order over oxygen supply to the southern state.

UEFA Europa League 2020-21: Key takeaways from the semi-finals

The 2020-21 edition of the UEFA Europa League is set to see Manchester United face Villarreal in the final on May 26.

'Papa' returns in chilling 'Stranger Things' season four trailer

It has been a long time since the hugely popular Netflix original series Stranger Things served something new to the fans.

Nubia Z30 and Z30 Pro's launch scheduled for May 20

Chinese tech giant Nubia is all prepared to launch the Z30 series of flagship smartphones on May 20, as confirmed by a company official. The line-up is expected to include the Z30 and Z30 Pro models.

Meghan Markle wins copyright claim over private letter to father

Meghan Markle has won the remaining copyright claim against a British publisher over the publication of a personal letter she had written to her father.

MG Astor (ZS Petrol) SUV's first impression: A smart crossover

After the success of the Hector and Gloster, MG Motor has now turned its attention toward the lucrative crossover segment with its upcoming Astor SUV.

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Twitter introduces Tip Jar; allows users to tip favorite accounts

After many rumors and leaks alluding to Twitter testing new means of integrating payments into the platform, Twitter has finally begun testing the Tip Jar feature.

Renault announces EV-focused 'Nouvelle Vague' brand strategy; reveals new logo

Renault has adopted a new 'Nouvelle Vague' brand strategy. Its target is to maximize the number of electrified vehicles (EVs) by 2030.

Laureus Sports Awards: Rafael Nadal, Naomi Osaka bag top honors

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal won the Sportsman of the Year Award at the 2021 Laureus World Sports Awards on Thursday.

MK Stalin takes oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) chief MK Stalin today took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for the first time.

UEL, Manchester United reach final despite second-leg defeat: Records broken

Manchester United reached the final of the UEFA Europa League, despite suffering a 3-2 defeat against AS Roma in the second leg of their semi-final clash.

NewsBytes Briefing: SpaceX's Starship finally sticks the landing, and more

After numerous flight tests ending up in fiery balls of fire, Elon Musk's SpaceX has finally managed to land a Starship prototype without an incident.

Lenovo's next tablet to feature Snapdragon 870 chipset, OLED screen

Chinese tech giant Lenovo has officially teased its upcoming tablet, the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021 on Weibo.

Russia authorizes single-shot Sputnik Light; to be produced in India

Health officials in Russia have authorized a single-shot COVID-19 vaccine, Sputnik Light, the developers of the shot said on Thursday.

Samsung rolls out Android 11 update for Galaxy M11

Samsung has started releasing the Android 11-based One UI Core 3.1 update for its Galaxy M11 smartphone in Vietnam.

Leaked promo confirms the existence of Samsung Galaxy A82 5G

Samsung is likely to launch the Galaxy A82 5G smartphone in the coming weeks. In the latest development, tipster Max Weinbach has shared a promo video of the handset, confirming its existence and official naming scheme.

HBO reveals first official photos of 'Game of Thrones' prequel

If you are a fan of Game of Thrones, you are in for a treat!

Honda Dio is available with Rs. 3,500 cashback: Details here

Japanese automaker Honda is offering a 5% cashback (up to Rs. 3,500) on its Dio scooter in India. This offer is valid till June 30 on EMI transactions via SBI Credit Cards.

06 May 2021

MK Stalin's CM oath-taking ceremony tomorrow; 34 cabinet ministers announced

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) President MK Stalin on Thursday released a list of 34 ministers who will be part of his cabinet.

Centre moves SC over Karnataka HC's order on oxygen supply

The Centre on Thursday moved the Supreme Court against a Karnataka High Court order seeking an increase in the daily supply of liquid medical oxygen (LMO) to the state to 1,200 metric tonnes (MT) from the present 965 MT.

Some YouTube users witnessing auto-translated versions of English video titles

Google has cutting-edge experimental projects operating at the same time, and cross-pollination between these isn't uncommon. That explains how some YouTube users are reportedly being served with options for automatic translation of text elements associated with videos.

England counties offer to host remaining IPL matches in September

In a major development, a group of English counties has offered to host the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season in September this year.

Union Minister's convoy allegedly attacked in West Bengal

V Muraleedharan, the Minister of State for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, today alleged that his convoy was attacked by some supporters of West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress party (TMC) during his visit to the state.

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Nostalgia overload: Celebrating the iconic 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' finale, 17 years later

It has been 17 years since the last episode of the hit sitcom F.R.I.E.N.D.S aired.

Swara Bhasker demands a new PM for India, gets backlash

The crumbling medical infrastructure and lack of resources prompted many citizens to criticize the government and express their displeasure.

Centre issues guidelines to expedite vaccination of aviation personnel

The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) on Thursday issued guidelines to facilitate the vaccination of aviation personal, associated with both government and private entities, in an accelerated manner.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 tipped to debut on August 3

Samsung will unveil its latest foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip3 on August 3, as per tipster Tron. He has also claimed that the handset will be priced between $999-1,199 (approximately Rs. 74,000-88,500).

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G arrives in Malaysia, Germany, Vietnam

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S20 FE 4G in some new markets, including Germany, Malaysia, and Vietnam. This is the Snapdragon 865-powered model and not the older version that came with an Exynos 990 processor.

Arijit Singh's mother hospitalized; Swastika Mukherjee, Srijit Mukherji request aid

Popular singer Arijit Singh's mother has been hospitalized and currently needs blood, renowned Bengali actress Swastika Mukherjee said today.

Emails reveal Apple's desperation to prevent Netflix ditching in-app purchases

It is well known that Apple charges a 30 percent commission on in-app purchases (IAP) per its App Store policy.

Tamannaah Bhatia's 'November Story' trailer looks intriguing; release date announced

Many big stars are making their way to streaming platforms.

'Traveling could have been an issue', Ganguly on IPL bubble-breach

The BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has finally opened up on the breach in the bio-secure bubble that led to postponement of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.

Vivo V21 5G is now available in India via Flipkart

Vivo V21 5G has gone on sale in India today i.e. May 6. The handset carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 29,990 and is up for grabs via Flipkart, Vivo's official site, and partner retail stores.

Benefits worth Rs. 65,000 on BS6-compliant Tata cars this May

In an attempt to increase sales, Tata dealerships across India are offering great deals on models like Tiago, Tigor, Nexon, and Harrier.

Here's how Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite will look like

Samsung is likely to launch the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite in June this year. It will be offered in Wi-Fi-only, 4G, and 5G models.

West Bengal post-poll violence: Centre forms 4-member fact-finding team

Amid reports of violence continuing to emerge from West Bengal, following the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) win in the recent state Assembly elections, the Ministry of Home Affairs on Thursday rushed a four-member fact-finding team to Kolkata and asked it to submit a report within 48 hours.

COVID-19: Delhi Police files over 300 cases of cheating, hoarding

The Delhi Police has filed as many as 303 cases of hoarding, black marketing, and cheating, involving essential drugs and oxygen cylinders, over the past three weeks as the COVID-19 crisis deepened in the national capital and across India.

OnePlus Watch's update brings Always-on Display and camera shutter control

OnePlus has started rolling out a new software update for its Watch.

Rakul Preet Singh to play a condom tester in 'Chhatriwali'

Yaariyan actress Rakul Preet Singh has reportedly jumped on board a new project with Ronnie Screwvala's RSVP Movies, where she will be playing a condom tester.

RCB players and staff leave for home via charter flight

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season was indefinitely suspended on Tuesday in wake of players testing positive for COVID-19.

Honda introduces attractive discounts on these cars for May 2021

In order to boost sales this month, Honda Car India is offering benefits of up to Rs. 41,298 on select models, including the Amaze, Jazz, and WR-V.

Toyota Raize crossover gets a GR Sport variant in Indonesia

Japanese automaker Toyota has launched a GR Sport variant of its Raize crossover in Indonesia. It is unlikely to be introduced in India.

Happy Birthday George Clooney: Looking back at his incredible journey

George Clooney has starred in some of the most beloved movies in Hollywood.

Dhoni delays return; Hussey, Balaji head back in air ambulance

Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has decided to delay his return to Ranchi after the suspension of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.

Delhi: COVID-19 patients at home can apply for oxygen online

Amid reports of families of COVID-19 patients struggling to procure liquid medical oxygen (LMO) in time, the Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi government on Thursday announced that all persons in home isolation requiring oxygen may apply for the same on the Delhi government website.

Citroen's 'My Ami Cargo' is an adorable battery-powered commercial vehicle

French automaker Citroen has launched the 'My Ami Cargo' light commercial vehicle (LCV) in its home country.

F1 2021: Decoding the two-way race between Hamilton and Verstappen

The Formula 1 2021 season has seen three races go by with seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton leading the standings.

PUBG Mobile will be relaunched in India as Battlegrounds Mobile

PUBG players who aren't desperate and/or technically savvy to bypass the India ban with VPN will finally be able to get back to their old habit.

OPPO K9, with Snapdragon 768G chipset and 90Hz display, launched

As an addition to its K-series of smartphones, OPPO has launched a new K9 5G model in China. It carries a starting price-tag of CNY 1,999 (roughly Rs. 22,800).

Pixel 6 to feature Google's 5nm 'Whitechapel' custom chipset

Google is expected to launch the Pixel 6 smartphone later this year. Now, a report by XDA-Developers has corroborated that the handset will come with Google's custom chipset, codenamed 'Whitechapel.'

126 doctors died of COVID-19 this year, says the IMA

As many as 126 doctors have died of the coronavirus disease so far this year, according to a study conducted by the Indian Medical Association (IMA).

Foreign relief material for COVID-19 reached 31 states, says Centre

As the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage in the country, the crippling shortage of medical supplies nationwide is being met by humanitarian assistance from across the world.

UEFA Champions League 2020-21: Key takeaways from the semi-finals

The 2020-21 edition of the UEFA Champions League is set to see Manchester City face Chelsea in an all-English final.

2021 Honda CB150R Streetfire bike launched in Indonesia

Japanese automaker Honda has launched its 2021 CB150R Streetfire motorcycle in Indonesia. It is offered in two variants: Standard and Special Edition.

SKODA KUSHAQ to be launched in India in June

SKODA will launch the KUSHAQ SUV in India in June, according to Zac Hollis, director of SKODA AUTO India.

90% doctors treating COVID-19 fraud, says Sunil Pal; gets booked

At a time when doctors are working tirelessly to treat patients suffering from COVID-19, comedian Sunil Pal has made some derogatory remarks about them.

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V receives yet another price-hike

Following a price-hike in April, TVS Motor Company has once again increased the prices of its Apache RTR 160 4V motorcycle in India. The bike has become costlier by Rs. 1,250 and now starts at Rs. 1,08,565.

Senior actor Dalip Tahil's son arrested for purchasing drugs

Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai actor Dalip Tahil's son, Dhruv (30), has been arrested by the Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) of the Mumbai Police Crime Branch for allegedly purchasing and consuming drugs, multiple reports suggested.

Prior to debut, Yamaha E01 e-scooter revealed in patent images

Yamaha is likely to unveil the production version of its E01 electric scooter by the end of this year or early-2022.

Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G tipped to be launched soon

Redmi Note 10 series debuted earlier this year with only the vanilla Note 10 model offering support for 5G connectivity.

The Hundred: Shafali Verma remains on radar of franchises

India Women players Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma and Jemimah Rodrigues are set to feature in the inaugural edition of The Hundred.

NZ's IPL-based Test players to depart for UK: Details here

New Zealand's Test contingent in the suspended Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season will depart India for the United Kingdom on May 11.

SpaceX's Starship SN15 prototype finally succeeds at high-altitude flight, landing

Elon Musk-led SpaceX successfully launched a high-altitude Starship prototype on Wednesday. It also marks a historic achievement for the company as the SN15 rocket is the first to land safely after the flight.

Ajit Singh, former Union Minister and RLD head, dies

Chaudhary Ajit Singh, a seasoned politician and former Union Minister in several governments, passed away this morning at the age of 82.

Kyle Mayers, Nkrumah Bonner rewarded with maiden WI central contracts

Cricket West Indies has announced the list of centrally contracted players for the season 2021/22.

ASUS ZenFone 8, 8 Flip appear in renders; specifications leaked

Ahead of their global debut on May 12, 91Mobiles has shared the renders and specifications of the vanilla ZenFone 8 as well as the ZenFone 8 Flip models.

Coronavirus: India reports biggest spike of 4.12 lakh new cases

India reported a record number of 4.12 lakh fresh coronavirus infections on Thursday with a test positivity rate of 21.4%. The nationwide tally has now risen to 2.1 crore.

Ferrari unveils limited-run 812 Competizione and 812 Competizione A supercars

Ferrari has unveiled its 812 Competizione and 812 Competizione A supercars as the limited-edition models of the 812 Superfast and 812 GTS, respectively.

Premier League: Manchester United's postponed game against Liverpool rearranged

Manchester United's postponed Premier League home game against Liverpool have been rearranged.

India refuses Chinese companies to conduct 5G trials, China unhappy

India has disallowed top Chinese telecom companies from conducting 5G trials in the country even as it gave permission to over a dozen Indian and foreign service providers.

'Bella Ciao': 'Professor' Alvaro Morte bids goodbye to 'Money Heist'

The fifth and final season of Netflix's hit crime-thriller drama Money Heist is a much-awaited one.

Champions League, Chelsea beat Real Madrid in semis: Records broken

Goals from Timo Werner and Mason Mount helped Chelsea secure a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid in their second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final at the Stamford Bridge.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE to go into production in July

Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy S21 FE smartphone in August this year. In the latest development, tech analyst Ross Young has revealed that the handset will go into production in July.

NewsBytes Briefing: Signal weaponizes Facebook ads against it, and more

In a brilliant move of lateral thinking, Signal showcased the real danger of Facebook's invasion of user privacy through, well, Facebook's targeted advertisements.

Timothée Chalamet could be co-hosting the Met Gala 2021

Although Timothée Chalamet is only 25, he's already established himself as a fashion icon in his own right.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 enters production in India

Husqvarna had unveiled its Svartpilen 125 motorbike for the European market in February this year. Now, the company has begun the production of the two-wheeler at Bajaj Auto's Chakan plant in Pune.

Samsung Galaxy S21 series receives May security patch: Details here

Samsung has started releasing a new software update for the Galaxy S21 series.

Zongshen launches its RE3-Chopper retro-style motorbike in China

Chinese automaker Zongshen has launched the RE3-Chopper retro-themed bike in its home country. It is unlikely to arrive in India.