2021 French Open: Serena Williams advances after beating Mihaela Buzarnescu
Veteran Serena Williams dished survived a scare to beat Mihaela Buzarnescu in three sets in the second round of the 2021 French Open on Wednesday.
Dr. Fauci's leaked 2020 emails reveal knowledge of lab-leak theory
Not long after Dr. Anthony Fauci changed his tune on the possibility that the COVID-19 could be man-made, more skeletons tumble out of the US medical advisor's closet.
Conway hits century to keep NZ on top against England
New Zealand gained a significant advantage on Day 1 of the first Test match against hosts England at Lord's.
French Open 2021: Stefanos Tsitsipas overcomes Martinez in straight sets
World number five Stefanos Tsitsipas has claimed a straight-set victory over Spain's Pedro Martinez in the second round of 2021 French Open.
Mehul Choksi case: What are the legal issues before India?
India has been looking to gain custody of fugitive jeweler Mehul Choksi, wanted in the Rs. 13,000 crore PNB loan fraud case.
Huawei announces HarmonyOS 2, MatePad Pro and Watch 3 series
Chinese tech giant Huawei has announced a range of new products at its HarmonyOS event.
'A Death in the Gunj' turns 4: Attacks toxic-masculinity boisterously
Konkona Sen Sharma stepped into the arena of direction with the layered, sensitive, nuanced film, A Death in the Gunj.
'Balika Vadhu' Season 2 to have a completely new cast?
Colors TV's much-loved social drama Balika Vadhu is returning with a new season.
Elon Musk attributes Tesla price hikes to 'supply chain pressure'
Prices for Tesla car models have been steadily rising. The company's CEO Elon Musk recently took to Twitter to explain that the price hike is primarily due to the increasing costs of raw materials.
'Thor: Love And Thunder' completes filming, Chris Hemsworth confirms news
Days after Chris Hemsworth's hair designer Luca Vannella indicated that Thor: Love and Thunder has finished shooting, lead actor Hemsworth and director Taika Waititi have now made it official.
Prithviraj Sukumaran's much-awaited 'Cold Case' to hit Amazon Prime directly?
Actor/director Prithviraj Sukumaran's upcoming investigative thriller Cold Case is reportedly inching toward a direct OTT release.
Limited-run Toyota Supra A91-CF Edition, with carbon fiber elements, revealed
Japanese automaker Toyota has revealed its limited-run Supra A91-CF Edition model. Only 600 units will be produced and sold solely in North America.
Pakistan launches homemade COVID-19 vaccine 'PakVac' with China's help
Pakistan has launched its first locally-processed anti-coronavirus vaccine PakVac, developed in collaboration with China.
'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' star Matthew Perry breaks off engagement with Molly Hurwitz
Matthew Perry, most famous for playing the role of Chandler in the sitcom F.R.I.E.N.D.S, has reportedly broken off his seven-month-old engagement with literary agent, Molly Hurwitz.
Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 to debut in India next week
Mercedes will launch the Maybach GLS 600 SUV in India as early as next week, according to Martin Schwenk, CEO, Mercedes-Benz India.
Disha Patani-Tiger Shroff booked for violating curfew rules: Details here
It was recently reported that Disha Patani and Tiger Shroff were pulled over by cops in Mumbai.
Kia K9 (facelift) gets bigger infotainment screen and fingerprint authentication
After showing the design of the K9 (facelift) sedan last month, Kia has now revealed the interior details of the car. It will on go on sale in South Korea from tomorrow i.e. June 3.
2021 French Open: Alexander Zverev beats Russia's Roman Safiullin
World number six Alexander Zverev has secured a straight-set victory over Russia's Roman Safiullin in the 2021 French Open.
Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai is British Vogue's July cover star
Renowned activist Malala Yousafzai has been featured on the British Vogue cover, for its July edition.
Beyonce and Jay-Z may have commissioned the $28 million Rolls-Royce
Last week, Rolls-Royce showcased a one-off Boat Tail convertible. The $28 million-worth (roughly Rs. 205 crore) car flaunts a stunning design and a grand cabin fit for royalty.
Delhi: Cleric arrested for raping minor girl inside a mosque
A 48-year-old cleric of a mosque in northeast Delhi has been arrested by the Delhi Police for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl.
Israel finds possible link between Pfizer vaccine and heart inflammation
Israel has flagged a possible link between the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer-BioNTech and cases of heart inflammation (myocarditis), observed mainly in young men.
Vivo X70 series to be launched in India in September
As a successor to the X60 series, Chinese tech giant Vivo is working on the X70 series of smartphones.
Sri Lanka's Chameera and Perera gain in ICC ODI Rankings
Sri Lanka fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera and captain Kusal Perera have gained big in the latest ICC Men's ODI Rankings.
International Sex Workers Day: Listing movies that depict prostitutes humanely
Prostitution is touted as the oldest profession globally, and yet it invites nothing but criticism or/and lustful outpourings.
TECNO POVA 2, with a MediaTek Helio G85 processor, announced
TECNO has announced a new budget-friendly, gaming-centric POVA 2 smartphone in the Philippines.
England vs New Zealand, 1st Test: Kiwis elect to bat
England and New Zealand are facing each other in the first Test of two-match series at the iconic Lord's.
NewsBytes Explainer: What's wrong with Apple iPad Pro's mini-LED display?
Last week, the internet blew up with irate iPad Pro owners sharing photographs of egregious blooming artifacts evident in its mini-LED display. This even prompted many to announce cancellations of their pre-orders.
2021 SKODA KODIAQ's India launch set for third quarter
Director of SKODA AUTO India, Zac Hollis, has announced that the recently-unveiled KODIAQ (facelift) will be launched in India in the third quarter of this year.
A month after Kejriwal's announcement, Delhi's poor await free ration
It was in early May that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced free ration for all cardholders in the capital for that month and June.
'Phenomenal' turns 6: Eminem's 'Southpaw' song still remains a fan-favorite
While Eminem has a multitude of hard-hitting songs, Phenomenal is one track that truly stands apart.
Alienware x15 R1 and x17 R1 gaming laptops launched
Dell-owned Alienware has unveiled new X-series gaming laptops, called the x15 R1 and x17 R1 in the US. They carry a starting price-tag of $2,000 (roughly Rs. 1.46 lakh).
Google wants to make foldable Pixel, but needs Samsung's help
Samsung Display made waves at Display Week 2021 by showcasing three new foldable and rollable OLED display concepts. A new report suggests that the Korean company could be the vendor of choice for Google's rumored foldable Pixel phone.
Steve Smith turns 32: Decoding his major career achievements
Australian batting legend Steve Smith turned 32 on Wednesday.
A pizza-party post landed Siddharth Pithani straight to NCB net
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) was trying to catch Sushant Singh Rajput's former roommate Siddharth Pithani since last August, as per reports.
England vs NZ, 1st Test: A look at the debutants
England and New Zealand are locking horns in the first Test at Lord's.
OnePlus 9 Pro Flash Silver Limited Edition launched in China
OnePlus, in collaboration with Japanese illustrator, Hajime Sorayama, has announced a new OnePlus 9 Pro Flash Silver Limited Edition model.
Coronavirus: India reports 1.32 lakh new cases, 3.2K more deaths
India on Wednesday reported 1.32 lakh new COVID-19 cases along with 3,207 more deaths.
Touring Superleggera ARESE RH95, with a 670hp V8 engine, revealed
To mark its 95th anniversary, Italian coachbuilder Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera has revealed its Touring Superleggera ARESE RH95 supercar. Only 18 units will be manufactured.
'Sherni' trailer drops: It's time for Vidya Balan 'to roar!'
Amazon Prime Video dropped the trailer for Sherni today, and Vidya Balan does a smart job here.
Ahead of global launch, Realme GT 5G's pricing details leaked
Realme is gearing up to launch its flagship Realme GT 5G model in Europe and India soon.
Euro 2020: Decoding the squad of England
England manager Gareth Southgate has named a 26-man squad for the upcoming European Championships after having earlier presented a 33-man provisional squad.
Czinger's latest hybrid hypercar is marginally faster than Rimac Nevera
Los Angeles-based Czinger has revealed the production version of its 21C hypercar. Only 80 units will be manufactured.
JioGames will bring popular SEGA Corporation titles to India
Home-grown telecom provider Reliance Jio has partnered with popular Japanese game developer and publisher SEGA Corporation. The partnership will make the latter's popular game titles available on the JioGames Store.
Foreign COVID-19 vaccines exempted from local trials, batch testing
The Drugs Controller General of India has scrapped the requirement of local trials for foreign-made coronavirus vaccines - a key move to upscale the dwindling COVID-19 vaccinations in the country.
T20 WC 2021: BCCI retains hosting rights regardless of venue
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has said that a final decision on the venue for the T20 World Cup will be taken later this month.
Riteish Deshmukh to make OTT debut with Netflix social comedy?
Actor Riteish Deshmukh might be the latest star to step into the OTT arena.
OnePlus 9T to feature Samsung's 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display
As an addition to its OnePlus 9 series of flagship smartphones, Shenzhen-based OnePlus is working on the 9T model.
Non-touch, radiation-free and easy breast examinations? NIRAMAI makes it possible
The painful tests for detecting breast cancer discourage many women to not go for regular examinations, despite being advised to.
Infinix Note 10 series arriving in India on June 7
Infinix is all set to launch its latest Note 10 and Note 10 Pro smartphones in India on June 7. As per the official teaser, they will be available via Flipkart.
Hyundai ALCAZAR's variants and color options leaked
Hyundai ALCAZAR SUV is likely to be launched in India later this month. According to a fresh leak, it will be offered in six shades and six variants: Signature, Signature (O), Prestige, Prestige (O), Platinum, and Platinum (O).
Carlo Ancelotti returns to Real Madrid as manager: Details here
Celebrated manager Carlo Ancelotti has left Everton to join former club Real Madrid.
Assam: Doctor brutally assaulted by mob after COVID-19 patient dies
A junior doctor posted at a coronavirus facility was mercilessly thrashed by a mob on Tuesday after a COVID-19 patient died during the treatment, allegedly due to a shortage of oxygen.
Eight ICC events to take place between 2023 and 2031
As many as 14 teams will feature in the 2027 men's ODI World Cup after the ICC decided to expand the quadrennial tournament in its next cycle of events.
Happy Birthday Mani Ratnam: Six movies that explored unusual romance
Mani Ratnam is one of the most celebrated filmmakers in India.
COVID-19: 4th serosurvey to focus on kids, rural areas
A fourth national serological survey to monitor the spread of the coronavirus will be held this month.
NewsBytes Briefing: Tesla gets dearer due to pandemic, and more
The pandemic has made life hard for everyone across the board. Gamers can't buy graphics cards and carmakers can't, well, make cars due to lack of essential chips.
Renault Triber awarded 4-star rating in Global NCAP crash test
Renault Triber has received 4-star and 3-star safety ratings in adult and child occupant protection categories, respectively, from the Global New Car Assessment Program (Global NCAP).
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro officially listed in India; launch imminent
Lenovo is likely to launch its Legion 5 Pro gaming laptop in India soon. The device has been listed on the official website with its full specifications and features.
Samsung Galaxy A22 4G's support page goes live, launch imminent
Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy A22 smartphone in the coming weeks. The handset is expected to come in both 4G and 5G variants.
Toyota reveals off-road-biased TRD Sport variant of its 4Runner SUV
Japanese automaker Toyota has revealed the TRD Sport variant of its 4Runner SUV. It is unlikely to arrive in India.
Amazon will soon share your internet with neighbors (US only)
If you use Alexa or Echo devices, Amazon's newest experiment gives you a week to opt-out before the e-commerce giant hands a slice of your network bandwidth to your neighborhood.
Twitter working on recently-introduced misinformation labels for specificity
Shortly after being slapped with a non-compliance notice by the Delhi High Court, Twitter is back in the news, albeit for a new feature.
2021 French Open: Rafael Nadal progresses after beating Alexei Popyrin
World number two and 13-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal started the 2021 edition with a first-round victory over 21-year-old Alexei Popyrin.
Chiranjeevi Oxygen banks: Megastar miffed over low national media coverage?
Chiranjeevi has launched oxygen banks in the Anantapur and Guntur districts of Andhra Pradesh to help battle the oxygen crisis experienced during the COVID-19 second wave.
'Sex Education' Season 3 reportedly coming to Netflix in October?
It has been over a year, but looks like our favorite pupils from Sex Education are coming back to grace our screens.
CBSE Class XII board examinations canceled due to COVID-19
The central government on Tuesday decided to cancel the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class XII board examinations.
Samsung starts producing its next-generation flagship foldable smartphone
Samsung is likely to launch its all-new Galaxy Z Fold3 foldable smartphone in August, alongside the Galaxy Z Flip3 and Galaxy S21 FE models.
Beyonce's iconic song 'Best Thing I Never Had' turns 10
There's a reason why Beyonce is fondly known as Queen B.
Netflix to buy streaming rights of documentary drama on Salim-Javed?
Netflix is apparently eyeing to buy the digital streaming rights of an upcoming docu-drama on the famed writer duo Salim-Javed, said a report.
COVID-19: Amid third wave concerns, new guidelines for children soon
If the novel coronavirus changes its nature, the impact of the infection on children could worsen, NITI Aayog member Dr. VK Paul said today.
Supreme Court seeks details of Centre's scheme for COVID-19 orphans
The Supreme Court on Tuesday took note of the central government's welfare scheme aimed at children orphaned due to COVID-19.
POCO M3 Pro 5G arriving in India on June 8
POCO is all set to launch its first-ever 5G smartphone, the M3 Pro 5G, in India on June 8. It will be available exclusively via Flipkart.
Lamborghini Huracan EVO RWD Spyder's India debut on June 8
As the latest addition to its Huracan EVO line-up in India, Lamborghini is all set to launch the RWD Spyder model in the country on June 8. To recall, it was unveiled in May last year using Augmented Reality.
Uttar Pradesh BJP holds review meetings ahead of polls
Bharatiya Janata Party's National General Secretary BL Santhosh today met senior party leaders in Uttar Pradesh so as to review the performance of the party there.
Happy birthday R. Madhavan: Chronicling the actor-director's amazing journey
R. Madhavan is not just good, chocolaty looks.
Rimac Nevera electric hypercar, with a 550km of range, unveiled
Rimac has unveiled the production-specific version of its Rimac C_Two electric hypercar. It is called the Nevera and its production will be limited to just 150 units.
'Jagame Thandhiram' trailer: Dhanush sets fire as 'the original gangster'
Netflix dropped the trailer for Jagame Thandhiram (which translates to this universe is a ruse) today, and Dhanush as a "Tamil gangster on the streets of London," impresses.
2021 Triumph Bonneville Speed Twin debuts with a 1,200cc motor
British automaker Triumph has launched the latest iteration of its Bonneville Speed Twin motorbike in the global markets.
Carolina Marin to miss Tokyo Games, will undergo knee surgery
Reigning badminton women's singles gold medalist in Olympics, Carolina Marin, will miss the upcoming Tokyo Games.
OnePlus Watch receives 'AI Outfit watchface function' via latest update
OnePlus has started releasing a new software update for the OnePlus Watch.
China reports first human case of H10N3 bird flu
China on Tuesday reported the first case of human infection involving the H10N3 strain of bird flu.
COVID-19 lockdowns hurt May auto sales, but recovery looks imminent
As the COVID-19 second wave ravaged the country, the ensuing lockdowns had a significant negative impact on the economy. For instance, Maruti Suzuki India, the touchstone for the Indian auto industry, has recorded a massive 71 percent decline in sales growth.
BS6 Ducati Panigale V4 teased in India; coming soon
Ducati India is expected to launch the 2021 iteration of its Panigale V4 bike later this month. In the latest development, the automaker has teased the two-wheeler, revealing that it is 'coming soon.'
Euro 2020: Decoding the squad of Denmark
Denmark have a presentable 26-man squad for the upcoming European Championships as they aim to mark their authority.
Karan Mehra arrested after wife alleges domestic violence; granted bail
Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actor Karan Mehra was arrested by Mumbai Police after his wife Nisha Rawal filed a complaint of domestic violence following a brawl between the couple yesterday.
Google Photos free storage ends today; Is Google One worthwhile?
After an announcement last year, Google will finally end unlimited free storage for Google Photos users today. The company had said that from June 1, Google Photos will share 15GB of cloud storage with other services such as Gmail and Google Drive.
COVID-19: How long does immunity from vaccine last?
India is carrying out an ambitious inoculation program against the coronavirus, vaccinating lakhs everyday.
Yamaha FZ 25 series becomes cheaper by Rs. 19,000 cheaper
By achieving lower input costs, Yamaha has reduced the prices of its FZ 25 and FZS 25 motorcycles in India.
Happy Birthday Tom Holland: Journey from theater to MCU superhero
While many might recognize Tom Holland as the adorable young lad who plays Spider-Man, his career goes far beyond that.
HONOR Band 6 listed on Flipkart; features revealed
HONOR is all set to announce its latest fitness tracker, the Band 6, in India soon.
World Milk Day: Celebrating Amul's iconic 'Doodh hai wonderful' advertisement
World Milk Day is observed on June 1 every year, for spreading the importance of milk.
iQOO Z3 5G to debut in India on June 8
iQOO will launch its Z3 5G handset in India on June 8, as per an official announcement.
England vs New Zealand, 1st Test: Here's the complete preview
England and New Zealand are set to take on each other in a two-Test series, starting tomorrow at Lord's.
New-generation Toyota Land Cruiser teased; to debut on June 9
Japanese automaker Toyota has announced via a teaser that its new-generation Land Cruiser model will be unveiled on June 9.
Coronavirus: India recorded world's highest infections, deaths in May
Despite a significant drop in coronavirus infections and deaths, May was the worst month for India.
Hyundai AX1 micro SUV spied in production guise, features revealed
Hyundai is expected to unveil the AX1 crossover in the coming months. In the latest development, a production-ready model of the car has been found testing, revealing some of its design features.
Delhi allows home delivery of liquor via app, website
People in Delhi can now order home delivery of Indian and foreign liquor through a dedicated mobile app or website, the city's government says.
BMW X3 M (facelift) previewed in spy images
BMW is likely to unveil the facelifted version of its X3 M model by the end of the year or early-2022.
Mi TV 4A 40 Horizon Edition launched at Rs. 24,000
Xiaomi has launched its latest smart TV, the Mi TV 4A 40 Horizon Edition in India at Rs. 23,999. It will be up for grabs starting tomorrow via Flipkart and Mi.com.
Samsung begins production for Apple iPhone 13 LTPO displays: Report
Samsung has reportedly begun manufacturing high-tech LTPO displays for the upcoming iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max models. Meanwhile, LG has also initiated production of traditional LTPS displays for the lower-end variants of next year's iPhone smartphones.
Cricket South Africa awards: Nortje and Ismail shine big
Anrich Nortje and Shabnim Ismail won the big prizes at the Cricket South Africa awards.
Kartik Aaryan exits Aanand L Rai-project? 'Baseless rumors,' says director
Kartik Aaryan is hitting news lately, a lot more than expected, and for all the wrong reasons.
HONOR 50 series to be launched on June 16
HONOR is all set to launch its 50 series of smartphones in China on June 16. The line-up is likely to include the HONOR 50, 50 Pro, and 50 Pro+ models.
Toyota Hilux to be launched in India in coming months
Japanese automaker Toyota is planning to launch its Hilux pick-up truck in India in the coming months. It will take on the recently-launched ISUZU D-MAX V-Cross.
OnePlus Nord CE 5G's design and variant details revealed
OnePlus is all geared up to launch its Nord CE 5G smartphone in India on June 10.
What's streaming in June 2021: Listing upcoming new releases
In this month, there are loads of exciting content that are hitting various streaming platforms, across all genre and types.
'Mission June': UP to inoculate 1 crore in 30 days
In a commendable move, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government plans to vaccinate one crore people against the novel coronavirus in the next 30 days.
Barcelona sign Sergio Aguero on a two-year contract
Barcelona have signed Sergio Aguero on a two-year deal until 2023.
Triumph Trident launched in China at around Rs. 10 lakh
After India, British automaker Triumph has launched its Trident 660 model in the Chinese market.
Naomi Osaka withdraws from 2021 French Open: Details here
Women's singles world number two Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the 2021 French Open after controversy erupted over her refusal to speak to the media at the tournament.
Retired Bengal Chief Secretary Alapan Bandyopadhyay appointed Mamata's chief advisor
Escalating a feud between West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Alapan Bandyopadhyay was appointed as the formers' chief advisor.
NewsBytes Briefing: Amazon will set your Wi-Fi free, and more
Not long after nipping the workers' union in the bud, Jeff Bezos and company want to share your means of internet connectivity. You have 10 days to opt out of Amazon's Sidewalk program if you own an Alexa, Echo, or other Amazon devices.
Samsung Galaxy A03s leaked in renders; specifications also tipped
Samsung is working on a new A-series smartphone, called the Galaxy A03s. The handset will succeed the Galaxy A02s which was launched last year.
Ahead of debut, iQOO Z3 5G appears on Amazon
Vivo-backed iQOO is all set to launch the iQOO Z3 5G in India in early-June, as hinted by an Amazon microsite for the upcoming smartphone. The landing page also confirms the phone's availability through the e-commerce giant.
Ducati sells 5,000 units of the new Multistrada V4 globally
Italian automaker Ducati has sold over 5,000 units of its 2021 Multistrada V4 adventure tourer in the global markets since its launch last November.
Mash Six Hundred 650 motorcycle, with Euro 5-compliant engine, unveiled
French automaker Mash has unveiled its Six Hundred 650 middleweight motorcycle. It will not arrive in India.
