15 May 2021

Serie A, Juventus beat champions Inter Milan 3-2: Records broken

10-man Juventus kept their top-four hopes alive in the Serie A after edging past champions Inter Milan 3-2 in Turin on Saturday.

'Money Heist 5' wraps filming, cast poses one last time

Netflix has announced that it has finished shooting the fifth season of their hit Spanish series La Casa de Papel, popularly known as Money Heist.

India may buy 50mn Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses: Details here

At a time when India is facing an acute shortage of COVID-19 vaccines, the Centre is in "high-level" discussions with American pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, which is likely to sell 50 million doses of its vaccine in India by the third quarter of this year.

England vs New Zealand: Statistical comparison between Root and Williamson

England and New Zealand are set to face each other in a two-match Test series, starting June 2 at Lord's in London.

Here's everything that could be featured at Google I/O 2021

Google canceled its conference for developers called Google I/O last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, this year's event keynote will begin at 1 PM Eastern Time (ET) on May 18.

2021 Kia Seltos and Sonet's deliveries commence in India

Deliveries of the 2021 Seltos and Sonet SUVs have commenced in India. The updated models were launched in India earlier this month.

International Day of Families: Celebrate by enjoying these family movies

We have the closest bond with our families, as we grow up together. At times, we also find families in friends, lovers, and strangers.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's brother Ashim dies of COVID-19

West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee's younger brother, Ashim Banerjee, passed away on Saturday morning due to COVID-19 related complications in Kolkata. He was 62 years old.

Non-bailable warrant issued against Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar: Details here

A non-bailable warrant has been issued against Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar and nine others in connection with the murder case of former junior national wrestling champion, Sagar Rana.

Simple Energy Mark 2 e-scooter to debut on August 15

Bengaluru-based Simple Energy has announced that its flagship e-scooter - codenamed 'Mark 2' - will be launched in India on August 15.

'The Matrix Reloaded' turns 18: Reliving the Keanu Reeves classic

When The Matrix first came out, most fans believed it was a sci-fi movie of the highest order.

#NewsBytes Explainer: The real reasons behind the global chip shortage

Today, manufacturing industries around the world are braving an acute shortage of chips essential for practically every modern equipment.

Black fungus has been declared a notified disease in Haryana

Mucormycosis, also known as Black fungus, has been categorized as a notified disease in Haryana, implying that each case of the infection will now be reported to the government authorities.

Shiney Ahuja turns 46: Celebrating some of his memorable roles

Shiney Ahuja had a not-so-common quality of breathing life into every character.

'Knives Out': Dave Bautista, Edward Norton, Kathryn Hahn roped in

After a long wait, it looks like Knives Out 2 is officially moving forward, with the cast getting expanded.

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy A72 available with benefits worth Rs. 10,000

If you are planning to buy a new mid-range smartphone, then this might be a good deal for you. Amazon is offering a Rs. 7,000 discount on the Samsung Galaxy A72 smartphone.

Netflix orders 'Bridgerton' spinoff: All hail Queen Charlotte

Netflix and Shondaland are cashing in on the success of their hit TV series Bridgerton. The studios confirmed a new spinoff, and we are totally here for it!

Honda is offering Rs. 3,500 cashback on BS6 Shine motorcycle

Honda Motors India is offering its Honda Shine commuter bike with an attractive offer.

Were Australian bowlers aware about ball-tampering? Bancroft drops a hint

Australian batsman Cameron Bancroft, who was one of the central figures in the controversial ball-tampering incident at Newlands, has indicated that others, apart from Steve Smith and David Warner, were also aware of the same.

OPPO Find X3 Pro Mars Exploration Edition launched in China

As a tribute to the successful landing of China's Tianwen-1 spacecraft on Mars, tech tech giant OPPO has announced a commemorative Find X3 Pro Mars Exploration Edition.

Delhi Police arrests 15 over posters critical of PM Modi

The Delhi Police has arrested 15 people and registered 17 First Information Reports (FIRs) over posters critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Press Trust of India reported today.

UK tour: Three COVID-19 tests at home for Indian players

With the Indian cricket team to tour UK for the ICC World Test Championship and the Test series against England, the BCCI has implemented a plan in regard to COVID-19 tests.

Indian Navy assures full support as #CycloneTauktae approaches western coast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said cyclone Tauktae—currently centered over Lakshadweep—has intensified into a cyclonic storm.

Redmi Note 10 Pro's 6GB/64GB variant goes on open sale

Since its launch in early March, the Redmi Note 10 series was available in India only via flash sales.

India at war: INOX chief Siddharth Jain on oxygen crisis

As India witnesses an alarming COVID-19 spike, instances of oxygen shortage continue to emerge.

Happy Birthday Madhuri Dixit: Interesting facts about her hit numbers

'Dhak Dhak' girl Madhuri Dixit Nene who has ruled hearts for many decades, is celebrating her 54th birthday on May 15.

Range Rover Evoque HST, with a 300hp petrol engine, launched

Expanding its Range Rover Evoque line-up, British automaker Land Rover has introduced a high-performance Evoque HST variant in the UK and European markets.

Italian Open: Barty pulls out of quarters, Djokovic-Tsitsipas match postponed

Women's singles world number one Ashleigh Barty retired from the rain-hit Italian Open with an arm injury.

Shafali Verma earns maiden ODI, Test call-ups; Taniya, Shikha return

The BCCI has announced India Women's squad for the upcoming seven-match tour of England.

Delhi CM Kejriwal announces oxygen concentrator banks, home delivery

Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, today said that oxygen concentrator banks have been set up in all districts in Delhi to strengthen the national capital's fight against the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Armed Forces Day: Movies capturing the emotional upheaval of soldiers

Bollywood has a multitude of movies inspired by the Armed Forces.

Tata Nexon EV leads electric car sales in April

Tata Nexon EV continues to be the best selling electric car in India. The battery-powered crossover has topped the sales charts for electric cars in the month of April.

England's IPL players likely to miss New Zealand Test series

The England cricket team is likely to rest the players who featured in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand.

Fully-vaccinated people should continue masking, physical distancing: AIIMS Director

Wearing of a face mask and maintaining physical distancing need to be continued even by those who have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Director Dr. Randeep Guleria has said.

Can't rule out COVID-19 lab-origin theory, rigorous investigation needed: Scientists

The COVID-19 pandemic has been wreaking havoc, disrupting lives across the world since it broke out a year-and-a-half ago. Still, the origin of the novel coronavirus causing the deadly disease remains unclear.

Prior to launch, POCO M3 Pro 5G's display details revealed

POCO is all set to introduce its latest budget-range 5G smartphone, the M3 Pro 5G, on May 19.

Jaguar I-PACE's first impression: A stylish electric SUV

The I-PACE is the first electric car from Jaguar, and that bodes well for the British luxury automaker since it plans to become an all-electric brand from 2025.

China's Tianwen-1 lander and rover successfully touchdown on Mars

Shortly after realizing the dream of launching its own space station, China reportedly succeeded at its attempt to land the Zhurong lander on Mars on May 14 as a part of its Tianwen-1 mission.

India's COVID-19 situation is hugely concerning, says WHO chief

India's coronavirus situation remains hugely concerning, with several states continuing to report a massive number of cases and deaths, the World Health Organization (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Friday.

Manchester City win seven-goal thriller against Newcastle: Records broken

Premier League 2020-21 champions Manchester City came back twice from behind to beat Newcastle United 4-3 in a crunch game.

Film body upset with Maharashtra halting vaccination for those under-44

Ever since Maharashtra announced lockdown, junior artists and technicians associated with the entertainment industry have been hankering after aid and prompt vaccination.

NewsBytes Briefing: New vulnerability affects every internet-connected device, and more

Security researchers have discovered a new FragAttack vulnerability that isn't restricted to smartphones, but encompasses absolutely every single device bearing Wi-Fi capability. It even compromises the new WPA3 Wi-Fi security protocol.

HONOR Play5 5G to offer a 64MP quad rear camera

HONOR is all set to unveil its latest mid-range smartphone, the Play5 5G on May 18. In the latest development, an official teaser has confirmed the handset will come with a 64MP quad camera system on the rear.

BS6 Kawasaki Ninja 300 reaches dealerships; deliveries to commence soon

Japanese automaker Kawasaki will soon commence deliveries of its BS6-compliant Ninja 300 in India, considering that the bike has started arriving at dealerships in the country.

Pricing and availability details of 2022 Honda Civic sedan leaked

The pricing and availability details of the 2022 Honda Civic sedan have leaked. It will start at $21,700 (roughly Rs. 15.9 lakh) and will go on sale in the US starting June 16.

14 May 2021

Samsung Galaxy S21 series gets new update with 'stability improvements'

Earlier this month, Samsung had rolled out its May 2021 update for the Galaxy S21 series in India. Now, a week later, the company is releasing another update for the flagship smartphones.

Sputnik Light may be India's first single-dose COVID-19 vaccine: Report

The Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik Light may reportedly be the first single-dose shot approved in India.

Rohit Sharma 2.0 gears up for the ultimate challenge

Hitman Rohit Sharma is one of the greatest batsmen in limited-overs cricket.

SA, Australia and Pakistan to tour West Indies in 2021

West Indies are set to host South Africa, Australia, and Pakistan in back-to-back series between June and August in 2021.

Serie A: Decoding the rivalry between Juventus and Inter Milan

Juventus and Inter Milan are all set to lock horns in gameweek 37 of the Serie A 2020-21 season on Saturday in Turin.

Cyclone Tauktae: IMD issues red alert in Kerala districts, Lakshadweep

A cyclonic disturbance has formed over Lakshadweep and the Arabian Sea and "may evolve into a very severe cyclonic storm" by Sunday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said Friday.

Sushmita Sen was always phenomenal, even when she was 18

If there is one celebrity who never fails to inspire us with their conduct, it is Sushmita Sen.

Redmi Note 8 (2021) in the works; key specifications leaked

Redmi is reportedly working on the 2021 version of its Note 8 smartphone, which was launched in 2019.

#HealthBytes: What are the causes, symptoms, medication, treatment of hyperthyroidism?

The thyroid is a small gland located at the front of the neck that produces tetraiodothyronine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) hormones in the body.

Bugatti's one-of-a-kind La Voiture Noire to debut on May 31

The production version of the one-off Bugatti La Voiture Noire hypercar, which was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2019, will make its debut on May 31.

Youth Congress chief questioned by police over COVID-19 relief work

Srinivas BV, the President of the Indian Youth Congress, who has been helping countless of people amid the COVID-19 crisis, was questioned by the Delhi Police today as part of an investigation linked to the distribution of coronavirus medicines by politicians.

'Cinema Bandi' review: Its tragedy nudges, comedy makes you think

Telugu film Cinema Bandi produced by duo Raj-DK is now streaming on Netflix.

Tata Nexon EV becomes costlier by Rs. 16,000 in India

Tata Motors has increased the prices of its Nexon EV SUV in India. Following the latest price-revision, the mid-spec XZ+ and range-topping XZ+ Lux variants have become costlier by Rs. 16,000. However, the cost of the XM base model remains unchanged.

This Wi-Fi vulnerability can compromise every single internet-connected device

You might have heard of frag grenades, but now there's an equally destructive security vulnerability affecting the Wi-Fi standard. The "FragAttacks" loophole is all encompassing and it not only affects the usual smartphones, computers, and tablets, but essentially anything with Wi-Fi capability.

OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition launched at around Rs. 18,000

Chinese tech giant OnePlus has launched its OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition in its home country.

#DealOfTheDay: iPhone 12 Pro available with benefits worth Rs. 9,000

If you are looking to switch from Android to iOS or just want to upgrade your existing iPhone to one of the latest models, this deal might interest you.

Modi releases Rs. 20,000 crore to farmers' accounts under PM-KISAN

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the eighth installment of financial benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme via video conferencing on Friday.

'Radhe' is Salman Khan's second-worst movie, with 2.1 IMDb rating

Salman Khan returned to action with Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai yesterday, but it seems viewers couldn't really resonate with the action entertainer, as its IMDb rating stands at 2.1 out of 10.

Mahindra Marazzo automatic confirmed; to be launched soon

Mahindra has announced it will not discontinue its Marazzo model in India. Instead, the automaker will launch the MPV with an 'AutoShift' (AMT) gearbox soon.

OPPO Find X3 Pro Mars Exploration edition to debut tomorrow

OPPO, in collaboration with aerospace agencies, will be launching a special, limited-run variant of its flagship OPPO Find X3 Pro smartphone, called the Mars Exploration. It will be revealed on May 15.

Petition with over 3,51,000 signatures to cancel Tokyo Olympics submitted

A petition to cancel the Tokyo Olympics with more than 3,51,000 signatures was submitted to the city's governor on Friday.

#100MostHandsomeMen: SRK, SSR get nominated; Shehnaaz Gill receives a nod

Actors Sushant Singh Rajput and Shah Rukh Khan have become the first Indian celebrities to become official nominees in the online Most Handsome Man poll.

Coronavirus also has a 'right to live,' says ex-Uttarakhand CM

BJP leader and former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Trivendra Singh Rawat has said the coronavirus is a living organism and has a right to live, triggering a political row and inviting criticism from several sections.

Decoding Champions League qualification race between Chelsea, Leicester and Liverpool

Liverpool beat Manchester United 4-2 in the Premier League at Old Trafford to give themselves a severe boost in terms of earning Champions League qualification.

Realme 8 5G's most affordable variant launched at Rs. 14,000

Realme has launched a new 4GB/64GB variant of its budget-friendly smartphone, called the Realme 8 5G. It costs Rs. 13,999 and will go on sale starting May 18.

Goa

Oxygen crisis: 74 die at Goa Medical College and Hospital

In the past four days, 74 patients died at the Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) reportedly due to a lack of medical oxygen. The GMCH is the biggest COVID-19 facility in the state.

ISUZU D-MAX Hi-Lander available with benefits worth Rs. 1.5 lakh

ISUZU is offering an attractive deal on its D-MAX Hi-Lander pick-up truck, which was launched in India earlier this week.

'Enola Holmes 2' with Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill coming

The feisty little sister of Sherlock Holmes is returning!

FA Cup, Chelsea vs Leicester City: Decoding the major stats

Chelsea and Leicester City are set to face each other in the FA Cup final on Saturday.

Realme Narzo 30 to feature a 48MP triple rear camera

Realme is gearing up to launch the Narzo 30 smartphone in Malaysia on May 18. In the latest development, the company has confirmed that the handset will come with a 48MP triple rear camera system.

'Narrow politics': Health Minister criticizes states demanding more vaccines

Referring to demands by various state governments to increase their respective COVID-19 vaccines' quota amid reports of acute shortage, Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on Thursday said this approach harms the "whole-of-government" approach and arouses "narrow political passion among the masses."

POCO M3 Pro 5G will feature MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset

POCO is all set to launch its latest budget-range smartphone, the POCO M3 Pro 5G on May 19.

HONOR 50 series to offer up to 100W fast-charging support

Honor is gearing up to launch its flagship 50-series of smartphones soon. The line-up is said to include the HONOR 50, 50 Pro, and 50 Pro+ models.

Coronavirus: Sputnik V vaccine priced at Rs. 995 per dose

One imported dose of the Russian anti-coronavirus vaccine - Sputnik V - has been priced at Rs. 995.40 in India, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories announced today.

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'Broken But Beautiful-3' teaser: Sidharth Shukla's Agastya mirrors Kabir Singh

ALTBalaji is back with the third season of Broken But Beautiful, and this time we have new leads in the form of Sidharth Shukla (Agastya), the current Internet's favorite, and Sonia Rathee (Rumi).

Prior to debut, facelifted BMW X3 and iX3 spotted

Prior to their unveiling in June, the facelifted BMW X3 and iX3 cars have been spotted on the website of China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

ZTE Axon 30 Ultra's global prices and availability details announced

Chinese tech giant ZTE has introduced its latest flagship smartphone, the Axon 30 Ultra in the global markets at a starting price of $749 (roughly Rs. 55,000).

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 24 million; over 20 million recovered

India on Friday reported 3.43 lakh new coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally past 2.4 crore.

ICC plans to make T20 World Cup a 20-team affair

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is planning to increase the participating teams in the T20 World Cup to 20 in an attempt to develop the game globally.

Interesting facts about Cate Blanchett on her 52nd birthday

Cate Blanchett is celebrating her 52nd birthday today!

Bhopal: COVID-19 patient raped by nurse, died within 24 hours

A coronavirus patient was raped by a male nurse at a government hospital in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and died within just 24 hours of that incident, the police said on Thursday.

DFB-Pokal, Borussia Dortmund demolish Leipzig to lift trophy: Records broken

Borussia Dortmund hammered RB Leipzig 4-1 in the DFB-Pokal final.

Discounts of up to Rs. 40,000 on BS6-compliant Datsun cars

In an attempt to increase sales, Datsun is offering great benefits on its entire product portfolio in India, including the redi-GO, GO, and GO+ models.

Is 'The Family Man 2' premiering on June 11?

It seems like the long-drawn wait is finally over, and The Family Man 2 will drop on Amazon Prime Video soon.

This is how Samsung Galaxy A22 will look like

Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy A22 smartphone in the coming weeks. Now, 91mobiles has revealed the design and key specifications of the 4G and 5G variants of the handset.

La Liga, Real Madrid thrash Granada 4-1: Records broken

Real Madrid kept their hopes of winning La Liga 2020-21 season alive after thrashing Granada 4-1 in gameweek 36.

Google Pixel 6, 6 Pro's renders reveal radical design change

Google is gearing up to launch the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro smartphones sometime around October.

Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips earn maiden NZC central contracts

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) announced the annual contracts list for the season 2021/22 on Thursday.

India to have 8 vaccines by year-end. Which are they?

India plans to inoculate all its citizens against the coronavirus by the end of this year - a significant development for a nation that has been ravaged by a brutal second wave of the pandemic.

2021 Volkswagen T-Roc's deliveries commence in India

Following the required safety protocols, deliveries of the 2021 Volkswagen T-Roc SUV, which was launched in India this March, have commenced.

Virat Kohli vs Kane Williamson: Statistical comparison in Test cricket

New Zealand and India are set to lock horns in the ICC World Test Championship final, starting June 18.

Premier League, Liverpool beat Manchester United 4-2: Records broken

Liverpool dominated the scenes in a frantic display against Manchester United at Old Trafford to win 4-2.

NewsBytes Briefing: Tesla doesn't like Bitcoin anymore, and more

Not long after allowing Tesla electric vehicles to be bought using Bitcoin, CEO Elon Musk has had a change of heart.

Patent for Honda PCX ELECTRIC scooter filed in India

Honda has filed a patent for the PCX ELECTRIC scooter in India. To recall, it was showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo and is already available in the international markets.

Samsung Galaxy M02s, F02s receive One UI Core 3.1 update

Samsung has started rolling out the Android 11-based One UI Core 3.1 software update for the Galaxy M02s and Galaxy F02s smartphones in India.

Not father, Prasoon Joshi wrote COVID-19 poem, clarifies Amitabh Bachchan

When Amitabh Bachchan recited the poem Ruke Na Tu, we were speechless, after watching the now-deleted video.

Actively considering live-streaming Supreme Court proceedings: CJI NV Ramana

Chief Justice of India NV Ramana on Thursday said that he was actively considering a proposal to start live-streaming the proceedings of the Supreme Court.

Production-specific Honda N7X SUV to be unveiled in August

The production version of the Honda N7X concept SUV, which was revealed earlier this month, will debut in August. It is likely to replace the BR-V in South East Asian markets.

Realme releases Android 11 update for 7i smartphone in India

Realme is rolling out the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 update for the Realme 7i model in India.