EPFO members allowed second advance withdrawal citing COVID-19
The Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has allowed its five crore subscribers to avail a second advance withdrawal in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
French Open: Roger Federer humbles Denis Istomin in first round
Swiss maestro Roger Federer claimed an emphatic win in the opening round of Roland Garros 2021.
Xiaomi says it can charge a phone in 8 minutes
Following its newest fast charging technology demonstration, Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has laid claim to the world record for the fastest wired and wireless charging speeds.
Tribeca Film Festival: 'False Positive', Bourdain documentary, other anticipated films
The Tribeca Film Festival 2021 will happen in New York City from June 9 to June 20.
Intel announces 5G modem, 11th generation processors for thin-and-light notebooks
Earlier in May, Intel launched its 11th-generation Tiger Lake H-series processors for mobile workstations, but that's not all.
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' script 'very good,' says Martin Freeman
English actor Martin Freeman has given his stamp of approval for the script of the highly-anticipated film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Lifan announces E4 electric scooter in the Italian market
Chinese two-wheeler manufacturer Lifan has introduced a new E4 electric scooter in Italy with its main focus toward the young generation.
Aditya Chopra has penned 'Tiger 3' with Shridhar Raghavan: Report
The third installment of the blockbuster Tiger series is yet to finish production, but the team is keeping fans intrigued by frequently dropping new and exciting details about the upcoming espionage movie.
Meizu Watch, with Snapdragon Wear 4100 chipset, goes official
Chinese tech giant Meizu has launched its latest smartwatch, the Meizu Watch in its home country.
Gionee M15, with Helio G90 processor and quad cameras, launched
Chinese tech giant Gionee has announced its latest mid-range smartphone, the Gionee M15, in Nigeria. The handset sports a starting price-tag of NGN 90,800 (roughly Rs. 16,000).
Daniil Medvedev beats Alexander Bublik, claims maiden French Open match-win
World number two Daniil Medvedev eased past Alexander Bublik to claim his first victory in the 2021 Roland Garros.
Ahead of launch, Huawei MatePad Pro 2's render leaked
As a successor to the MatePad Pro, Huawei is all prepared to launch the MatePad Pro 2 model on June 2.
World No-Tobacco Day: Revisiting Anurag Kashyap's neo-noir thriller 'No Smoking'
Anurag Kashyap's neo-noir psychological thriller No Smoking didn't click, but the film gave the message it intended to, in a sinister manner.
Junior doctors strike in MP, demand reservation of COVID-19 beds
Thousands of junior doctors in Madhya Pradesh today boycotted work, except COVID-19 duties, to raise several demands including free treatment for themselves and their families in case they contract the coronavirus.
Amid COVID-19 outbreak, India's GDP contracts 7.3% in FY2020-21
As the second wave of COVID-19 has disrupted regular life, India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contracted 7.3% in the financial year 2020-21, data shared by the government showed on Monday.
Marvel's 'Thor: Love and Thunder' filming reportedly wrapped in Australia
Marvel's much-awaited movie Thor: Love and Thunder has reportedly finished filming in Sydney, Australia.
Copa America 2021: After Colombia, Argentina removed as host
The 2021 edition of Copa America is without a host nation less than two weeks before it kicks off.
2022 Indian Chief and FTR models to debut in August
Three models from Indian Motorcycles' 2022 Chief line-up will be launched in India this August, according to Autocar. They include the Chief Dark Horse, Chief Bobber Dark Horse, and Super Chief Limited.
SSR case: Fans attack Filmfare; NCB summons late actor's househelps
Fans of Sushant Singh Rajput are miffed with a publication for allegedly painting a wrong narrative around the actor's mysterious death.
Bugatti teams up with VIITA to announce three luxury smartwatches
Bugatti, in collaboration with smartwatch company VIITA, has launched three new Bugatti Ceramique Edition smartwatches. They pay tribute to the French automaker's 21st century hypercars, namely, the One Pur Sport, One Le Noire, and One Divo.
Nine high-profile men, including Jackky Bhagnani, booked for rape, molestation
A First Information Report (FIR) has been filed by the Bandra Police against nine highly influential men with ties to Bollywood on allegations of rape and molestation.
How to get the best interest rate on your loans?
Personal loans of all kinds—for weddings, travel, home renovation, education, or a medical emergency—are all easily available these days. One can get the best possible interest rate if you know, beforehand, what the bankers are looking for in your credit profile before they hand you cash.
2021 Suzuki Hayabusa's second batch to release by July-August
Suzuki Motorcycle India will release the second batch of its 2021 Suzuki Hayabusa motorbike in the country by July or August this year, as per carandbike.
Kangana's bodyguard arrested on charges of cheating, allegedly raping girlfriend
Kangana Ranaut's personal bodyguard Kumar Hegde has been arrested by the Mumbai Police from his village in Karnataka for allegedly cheating a woman.
Couples in China can now have 3 children, government says
Married couples in China can now have three children, up from the previous limit of two, the country's ruling Communist Party announced on Monday.
Kia Sportage SUV teased; to be unveiled on June 8
Kia Motors is all set to unveil its Sportage SUV on June 8. The automaker has shared three teaser images, revealing some details of the upcoming model.
Courteney Cox, Ed Sheeran recreate 'The Routine' dance from 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S'
Fans are going gaga over a clip in which Courteney Cox and Ed Sheeran hilariously try and recreate the famous Routine dance from an episode of F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
Can Centre take responsibility to vaccinate entire country, asks SC
The Supreme Court on Monday rapped the central government over its controversial COVID-19 vaccination policy.
Absence of foreign stars won't affect schedule of IPL: BCCI
The Board of Control for Cricket in India, Vice-President Rajeev Shukla has clarified that the 2021 Indian Premier League will resume even if the foreign players remain unavailable.
KRK unlocks Twitter after a day, resumes feud with Mika
Controversy's favorite suitor Kamaal R Khan is back on Twitter, after locking it for a day.
England vs New Zealand: Records which Trent Boult can break
New Zealand and England are set to lock horns in the first Test of two-match series, starting June 2 at Lord's.
CCM Spitfire Maverick bike launched at around Rs. 10 lakh
As an addition to its Spitfire range, UK-based motorbike brand CCM has announced a new model, called the Maverick. It is unlikely to debut in India.
Delhi HC slaps Twitter with notice for flouting IT Rules
The Delhi High Court issued a notice to Twitter on Monday for failing to comply to the recently-enforced Information Technology guidelines encompassing social media platforms.
Hyundai SUVs welcome the upcoming ALCAZAR in style
South Korean automaker Hyundai is leaving no stone unturned to generate hype for its upcoming ALCAZAR 3-row SUV.
After 'Padmaavat', Karni Sena's next target is Akshay Kumar's 'Prithviraj'
Yash Raj Films' period drama Prithviraj, based on the life of celebrated emperor Prithviraj Chauhan, has run into trouble with the infamous Karni Sena.
Ducati teases BS6-compliant Diavel 1260 bike in India; launch imminent
Italian automaker Ducati has teased the arrival of the BS6-compliant Diavel 1260 motorbike in India. The company is expected to introduce both the standard as well as 'S' variant of the bike.
India will soon test mixing different COVID-19 vaccines
India may soon begin testing a regimen that mixes two different coronavirus vaccines to assess whether the experiment boosts the immune response against the virus.
POCO X3 GT moniker confirmed; could debut in India soon
POCO is expected to be working on a new mid-range X3 GT smartphone for markets such as India, Turkey, Indonesia and others.
PSL 2021: Several players return home, await travel permission
In a major move, the Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to send nearly 13 Pakistan Super League-bound players and officials to their respective homes, expecting "more delays" in travel formalities.
Realme X7 Max 5G, Smart TV 4K launched in India
Realme has launched its latest X7 Max 5G smartphone in India, alongside the Smart TV 4K series of televisions.
'Tarzan' actor Joe Lara, six others dead in plane crash
Tarzan: The Epic Adventures actor Joe Lara has died in a tragic plane crash.
Coronavirus: India reports lowest spike in cases in 50 days
India on Monday reported 1.52 lakh new COVID-19 cases, the lowest single-day spike in infections in 50 days, along with over 3,100 fresh fatalities.
Rimac C_Two to debut with new moniker on June 1
Rimac has announced via a teaser that the production-specific version of its Rimac C_Two electric hypercar will debut on June 1 with a new moniker. To recall, it was first showcased at the Geneva Motor Show in 2018.
West Bengal Chief Secretary quits amid Mamata-Modi row
Alapan Bandyopadhyay has quit as West Bengal Chief Secretary and will now serve as Chief Adviser to the state government, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced today.
Realme C25s will be priced at around Rs. 12,000
Chinese tech giant Realme is working to launch its C25s smartphone in the global markets. In the latest development, Gizchina has claimed that Realme C25s will release on June 12 and it will carry a price-tag of around $170 (roughly Rs. 12,000).
OnePlus 9, 9 Pro receive more camera improvements via update
OnePlus has started rolling out a new OxygenOS 11.2.6.6 update for the 9 and 9 Pro models in India, North America, and Europe.
Nick Hockley appointed full-time CEO of Cricket Australia
Nick Hockley has been appointed the full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cricket Australia.
Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza v/s Tata Nexon: Which is better?
Subcompact SUVs have captured the imagination of the Indian car buyer in a big way since they are a perfect combination of space, features and efficiency.
BMW X7 Dark Shadow Edition launched at Rs. 2.02 crore
German automaker BMW Motorrad has launched its X7 Dark Shadow Edition SUV in India. To recall, it was unveiled last year and its production is limited to just 500 units worldwide.
Choksi's 'romantic trip' with girlfriend reportedly landed him in jail
Mehul Choksi - the fugitive Indian diamantaire - had probably planned a "romantic getaway" with his girlfriend before that plan turned awry and he was arrested in Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda's Prime Minister said citing reports.
NewsBytes Explainer: Why iPhone 13 LTPO display tech is game-changing
Apple switching to new LTPO-enhanced OLED displays for the iPhone 13 is considered the next significant advancement in smartphone hardware. It's such a big deal that industry analysts predict it will become the dominant display technology in the next two years.
The five different categories of vegetarians based on their diet
There have been situations when we were left confused by that vegetarian friend, who is on a diet but consumes dairy products aplenty.
QJ Chase 700, with 693cc liquid-cooled engine, debuts in China
Chinese automaker QJMotor has unveiled its Chase 700 motorbike at the 2021 Beijing Motor Show. To recall, the Chase 350 and Chase 600 models also debuted earlier this month.
Hyundai Creta (facelift) SUV found testing; design details revealed
The facelifted Hyundai Creta SUV is expected to be launched in India next year.
Priyal Mahajan addresses 25-year age gap with 'Molkki' co-star
Actress Priyal Mahajan is currently playing Purvi, the female lead in Colors TV's hit serial Molkki.
Apple defers Podcasts Subscriptions platform launch until June, promises improvements
Last month, Apple had announced that its Apple Podcasts would get a new "Subscriptions" feature in May. Subscribing to premium content would give listeners access to audio streams uninterrupted by pesky advertisements, and even exclusive content from creators.
#HealthBytes: Have these healthy foods to beat the summer heat
With the temperatures soaring and humidity taking the heat quotient a notch higher, most of us are already looking forward to the monsoons.
This Chinese bike is a doppelganger of Honda Africa Twin
The Dahaidao 500 GS-ADV adventure motorcycle has been unveiled in China which looks pretty identical to the Honda Africa Twin 1100.
#HealthBytes: Tips to help you begin your healthy eating journey
The food that we put into our bodies has a huge impact on our health and overall wellness.
Best smart ceiling fans that are currently available in India
In this scorching heat when we all rush to buy expensive air conditioners, a smart ceiling fan that comes with climate control features is a cheaper alternative.
Yamaha Sniper 155 scooter launched in the Philippines: Details here
Japanese automaker Yamaha has launched its Sniper 155 sports scooter in the Philippines. A 155R variant is available as well.
Honda offering cashback worth Rs. 3,500 on its X-Blade bike
Honda is offering a 5% cashback of up to Rs. 3,500 on its BS6-compliant X-Blade motorbike in India. This offer is valid on EMI transactions via SBI Credit Cards till June 30.
Bill and Melinda Gates consider organizational changes to Foundation
Three weeks after Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates went public with their lengthy divorce proceedings that were underway since 2019, Mark Suzman, the CEO of Gates Foundation, has revealed to employees that he's in talks to strengthen "the long-term sustainability and stability of the foundation."
Zongshen Cyclone RG3, with a 401cc engine, revealed in China
Chinese automaker Zongshen Motorcycles has showcased its Cyclone RG3 bike at the Beijing Motor Show.
Women suing Google over gender bias win class-action status
Shortly after facing class-action lawsuits for tracking browsing activity in incognito mode, an existing gender pay disparity suit against search giant Google has won class-action status.
New 'Dexter' teaser finally brings back America's favorite serial killer
Showtime recently released a teaser for the much-anticipated series revival of Dexter.
Uttar Pradesh eases COVID-19 restrictions in some districts
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to relax lockdown restrictions in some districts starting June 1.
From 'Lajja' to 'Fashion': Movies fueled by subliminal female friendships
Nothing is greater than a female supporting another, but many of our movies and especially TV soaps rely on pitting them against each other.
Sony investor presentation suggests 'Uncharted 4' may debut on PC
During a presentation at the recently held Investor Relations Day 2021, Sony dropped hints that the popular PlayStation 4 exclusive title Uncharted 4: A Thief's End could be ported to the PC platform.
French Open: Pablo Andujar stuns Dominic Thiem in first round
World number 68 Pablo Andujar has claimed his first victory in the 2021 Roland Garros.
'Nail Bomber: Manhunt' review: Disturbing, suspenseful documentary about far-right terrorism
Netflix's true-crime documentary Nail Bomber: Manhunt is now streaming.
Effective remedies to reduce darkness of elbows and knees
Dark skin on the elbows and knees is a common occurrence and usually affects those with darker skin tones as such skin types are more likely to overproduce melanin.
Microsoft's GPT-3 technology could soon write code using ordinary language
A year after funneling $1 billion in OpenAI and gaining exclusive licensing rights to GPT-3, on May 25, Microsoft shared its plans to bring the GPT-3 natural language processing (NLP) technology to programming applications.
Why you should choose products having chebula/haritaki as main ingredient
Chebula, best known as haritaki, is one of the main ingredients used in various Ayurvedic medicines.
Italian GP: Swiss Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier dies after crash
Switzerland's Jason Dupasquier, a 19-year-old Swiss Moto3 rider, has died after being involved in a serious crash during Saturday's qualifying session at the Italian Grand Prix.
Rituparno Ghosh's death anniversary: Remembering the rock for queer community
We lost maverick director Rituparno Ghosh on this day in 2013.
#HealthBytes: Reasons why you shouldn't throw away curry leaves
Curry leaves have been a major part of Indian traditional medicines for centuries.
Valve is reportedly working on Switch-like portable gaming hardware
Digital video game distribution company Valve is reportedly working on the prototype of a portable hardware device, much like Nintendo Switch, that will allow Steam users to move away from their gaming rigs and play video games on the go.
UP: Video shows COVID-19 patient's body being dumped in river
A video of the body of a COVID-19 victim being thrown in a river in Uttar Pradesh has surfaced.
'Ek Mini Katha' review: Great comedic plot that stays under-utilized
Telugu adult comedy Ek Mini Katha, starring Santosh Shoban and Kavya Thapar in the lead, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
2021 French Open: Osaka progresses, Kerber's poor run continues
Women's singles world number two Naomi Osaka progressed to the second round of the 2021 French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday.
'The Family Man-2': Amazon Prime demands Samantha to be tight-lipped?
Actress Samantha Akkineni, who plays the lead antagonist in The Family Man 2, has been reportedly ordered to not speak about the show by streamer Amazon Prime Video.
England to continue with player-rotation policy, opines James Anderson
Veteran fast bowler James Anderson has admitted that England will continue with the player-rotation policy in the upcoming five-match Test series against India.
Euro 2020: Decoding the squad of World Cup finalists Croatia
FIFA World Cup 2018 finalists Croatia will be hoping to make their presence felt in the upcoming European Championships.
Musk establishes Bitcoin Mining Council with leading North American miners
Elon Musk held a meeting with "leading Bitcoin miners in North America" recently. The discussion aimed "to promote energy usage transparency [and] accelerate sustainability initiatives worldwide."
Pandemic cooking: Tips to reduce kitchen time during lockdown
To balance work from home while managing household chores is an art in itself.
Did not pose as frontline worker for vaccination: Meera Chopra
Priyanka Chopra's cousin, actress Meera Chopra, had drawn flak on Saturday for allegedly posing as a frontline worker in order to get vaccinated.
Interesting ways to give your walls a classy makeover
Re-doing the interiors of your entire house is sure to cost a bomb. But that should not restrict you from giving it a classy makeover.
Apple iPod Max, AirPods Max 2 conceptualized for lossless playback
Apple may have introduced lossless audio on Apple Music along with its proprietary codec but folks at 9to5Mac noted that the Cupertino-based company doesn't have audiophile-grade headphones or players yet.
BCCI urges CWI to reschedule the start of CPL
In a major move, the BCCI has urged Cricket West Indies to reschedule the start of Caribbean Premier League 2021.
Champions League: Unwanted records scripted by Pep Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola saw his side face defeat in the UEFA Champions League final against Chelsea in Porto.
COVID-19: Haryana extends lockdown till June 7 with some relaxations
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Sunday extended the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown in the state till June 7.
'Gossip Girl' reboot teaser: Young fashionistas set screen on fire
She's back and sassy as ever! The official teaser of the highly-awaited reboot of Gossip Girl is finally here.
Twitter pauses public verification amid deluge of fresh applications
Earlier this month, Twitter had announced that it will restart the account verification process after an almost four-year hiatus. Verified Twitter accounts are easily identifiable by a blue tick.
England vs New Zealand: Key battles to watch out for
England and New Zealand are set to lock horns in the two-match Test series, starting June 2.
Kymco RKS 150 maxi-style scooter unveiled at Beijing Motor Show
Taiwanese automaker Kymco has unveiled its RKS 150 maxi-style scooter at the Beijing Motor Show.
Champions League: Key stats which defined Chelsea's season
Chelsea were crowned UEFA Champions League winners after beating Manchester City 1-0 in the final.
Yuvika Choudhary's casteist slur controversy: Haryana Police books actress
Looks like online trolling is not the only problem for actress Yuvika Choudhary in the casteist slur controversy.
This Honda ADV150 lookalike comes with features seen on cars
Chinese automaker Dayang has launched its Vorei ADV350 scooter in its home country. It is offered in two variants: Standard and Deluxe.
#MannkiBaat: Modi praises India's COVID-19 response; 'oxygen production increased 10-fold'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the 77th edition of his monthly radio show 'Mann ki Baat'.
China censors 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' reunion episode; no Lady Gaga, BTS, Bieber
F.R.I.E.N.D.S reunion special had left fans with tears of joy across the world. However, viewers in China were in for a disappointment.
India tour of UK: Records which Ravindra Jadeja can break
India are set to reach the UK on June 3 for taking part in the ICC World Test Championship final and England Test series.
Stress eating: Effective ways to get rid of this habit
Oftentimes, when we are stressed, a sugary treat can feel like the solution to all our problems.
Is Todd Phillips co-writing the sequel for Joaquin Phoenix's 'Joker'?
Actor Joaquin Phoenix-starrer Joker, which was released in 2019, is making headlines once again.
Intending to effectively manage monthly expenses? Follow these tips
There's often a temptation to splurge our money at the beginning of every month only to crib and save every penny until the month ends.
Netflix brings Satyajit Ray's stories to life in 'Ray' teaser
Netflix India has unveiled the teaser of their new anthology series Ray recently comprising four stories are based on the writings of ace filmmaker Satyajit Ray.
Delhi lockdown extended till June 7; factory, construction work allowed
The Delhi government issued an order Saturday regarding the extension of the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown along with some relaxations.
Why is honey beneficial for you?
Honey is among the most popular and widely used sweeteners. It also holds great benefits.
Chelsea beat Manchester City to win the UEFA Champions League
Chelsea won their second UEFA Champions League trophy and a first since 2012-13 after beating Manchester City 1-0 in the final.
UCL final: Kai Havertz puts Chelsea ahead against Manchester City
Kai Havertz scored his maiden Champions League goal to give Chelsea a stunning 1-0 lead going into half-time against Manchester City.
Rege-Jean Page talks about 'Bridgerton', James Bond, racism, and more
Rege-Jean Page has been a revelation ever since he starred in Netflix hit drama Bridgerton.
MV Agusta F3 800 Rosso, with Euro 5 engine, revealed
Italian automaker MV Agusta has revealed the 2021 version of its F3 800 Rosso bike. It is unlikely to debut in India.
OPPO A16 to come with a 5,000mAh battery, Android 11
OPPO is gearing up to launch a new A-series smartphone, called the A16, in India as well as the global markets.
MV Agusta to unveil updated F4 bike on June 3
Italian motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta will announce the 2021 iteration of its F4 supersport bike on June 3, an official teaser has suggested.
Next-generation Mahindra Bolero confirmed; will debut between 2023-2026
Mahindra & Mahindra's goal to launch nine new cars in India by 2026 also includes the fourth-generation Mahindra Bolero.
