Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel signs contract extension until 2024
Champions League winners Chelsea have handed manager Thomas Tuchel a two-year contract extension.
2021 French Open: Serena Williams advances to the fourth round
Veteran women's singles tennis star Serena Williams reached the fourth round of the 2021 French Open at the Roland Garros on Friday.
French Open: Daniil Medvedev humbles Opelka, proceeds to last 16
World number two Daniil Medvedev breezed past Reilly Opelka to book a spot in the 2021 French Open last 16.`
KRK's 'Govinda Bhai' in tweet isn't the Govinda we know?
Self-proclaimed critic Kamaal R Khan, aka KRK, has tweeted to clarify that the "Govinda Bhai" whom he thanked some days ago on Twitter, is not Bollywood's Govinda.
'Feel like f***ing failure,' Kim Kardashian on divorce from Kanye
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's divorce has been a hot topic ever since it was first reported.
Olympic champion Brianna McNeal banned for five years: Details here
Olympic 100m hurdles champion Brianna McNeal has been handed a five-year ban from athletics for breaking anti-doping rules.
Netflix's K-drama 'Kingdom: Ashin of the North' releasing in July
The hit South Korean zombie drama series Kingdom is returning with a "sidequel".
French Open: Zverev eases past Djere, advances to last 16
World number six Alexander Zverev claimed a straight-set victory over Serbia's Laslo Djere in the third round of the 2021 French Open.
Congratulations! Yami Gautam marries her 'Uri' director Aditya Dhar
Congratulations are in order for Yami Gautam and Aditya Dhar.
'Stop eating if inflation is a national calamity': BJP MLA
People who call inflation a national calamity should quit eating and using fuel, says Bharatiya Janata Party legislator and former Chhattisgarh Minister Brijmohan Agrawal.
2022 Buick Enclave SUV, with refreshed looks and interiors, revealed
US automaker Buick has revealed the 2022 iteration of its Enclave SUV. It will not come to India.
Ryinku Singh, Ayushmann Khurrana's 'Dream Girl' co-actor, dies of COVID-19
Ryinku Singh Nikumbh, who acted in Ayushmann Khurrana's hit movie Dream Girl, has died due to COVID-19 complications.
DealOfTheDay: Samsung's S20 FE 5G gets discounts worth Rs. 34,000
Looking to buy a premium 5G smartphone without causing a dent in your pockets? Well, this might be a good deal for you.
Twitter Blue subscription finally launched in Australia, Canada
Twitter has finally launched its first-ever subscription plan - Twitter Blue in Australia and Canada.
'Suit for publicity,' Delhi-HC quashes Juhi Chawla's 5G petition, fined
The plea filed by actress Juhi Chawla on Monday against the setting up of 5G wireless networks in the country has been quashed by the Delhi High Court.
Renault cars are now costlier by up to Rs. 39,000
French automaker Renault has hiked the prices of all its models in India, including the KWID, Triber, Kiger, and Duster.
'Benefits outweigh risks'; UK clears Pfizer vaccine for ages 12-15
The United Kingdom on Friday decided to approve the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer-BioNTech for use among those aged 12-15 years.
TRP chart: 'Anupamaa' back on top, 'Indian Idol 12' enters
Anupamaa is back on the numero uno spot.
Indian officials return from Dominica as Choksi's deportation case adjourned
The high-profile team of Indian officials, that had flown down to Dominica to bring back fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi, is now headed home sans him.
Realme Watch S gets a new Silver variant in India
Realme has launched a new Silver color variant for its Watch S in India. It will join the existing Black color, which was introduced last year.
Harrison Ford returns for 'Indiana Jones 5', shooting begins soon
Harrison Ford still remains our favorite archaeologist in pop culture.
French Open: Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova knocks out third-seeded Aryna Sabalenka
Women's world number three Aryna Sabalenka has been knocked out of the 2021 French Open.
Kawasaki's track-only Ninja H2R costs more than a luxury car
Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the 2021 version of its Ninja H2R bike in India.
SSR case: Siddharth Pithani's judicial custody extended by 14 days
Siddharth Pithani, who was arrested last week by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), will stay in their judicial custody for 14 more days, reported ANI.
India-specific iQOO Z3's variants and color options tipped
Ahead of its launch in India on June 8, tipster Debayan Roy has revealed the key variant details and colorways of the iQOO Z3 5G.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers eliminated in first round of playoffs
An incredible effort from Devin Booker helped the Phoenix Suns eliminate NBA defending champions Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of playoffs.
Euro 2020: Decoding the squad of Wales
The Wales national football team will be keen to mark its influence in the upcoming European Championships.
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G teased in India; launch imminent
Xiaomi is gearing up to launch a new "light and loaded" smartphone in India, as per a teaser shared by Xiaomi India's MD Manu Kumar Jain.
Coronavirus: India reports 1.32L cases; Delta variant blamed for spike
Despite a slow down in India's grim second wave of COVID-19, the country continues to report a high number of infections and deaths.
Redmi Note 10 Pro gets a price-hike of Rs. 500
Redmi has increased the prices of its Note 10 Pro smartphone, which was launched in India in March. The company has announced a price-hike of Rs. 500 and it is applicable only to the 6GB/128GB variant.
Google reaffirms ethical AI commitment, in-house researchers differ
Barely months after Google fired two leaders of its Artificial Intelligence (AI) ethics research wing, it has promised to double its research staff studying responsible AI. Additionally, Google CEO Sundar Pichai has pledged support and funding for more ethical AI projects.
Piracy finds its next prey in 'The Family Man 2'
Amazon Prime Video gave fans a pleasant surprise by dropping The Family Man 2 a few hours earlier than scheduled.
3,000 doctors resign in MP after court calls strike 'illegal'
Thousands of junior doctors in Madhya Pradesh have resigned, following a High Court order which said their strike was "illegal" and asked them to resume duties by today.
BMW S 1000 R to be launched in India soon
German automaker BMW Motorrad has announced that it will launch its S 1000 R motorbike in India soon. However, a launch date has not been revealed yet.
Ben Stokes turns 30: A look at his major feats
Arguably the greatest all-rounder in modern-day cricket, Ben Stokes, celebrates his 30th birthday.
Realme Smart TV 4K goes on sale in India
Realme's Smart TV 4K series, which was launched in India earlier this week, has gone on sale starting today. It is available in two screen sizes of 43-inch and 50-inch.
England right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold ruled out of Euro 2020
The England football team has suffered a blow ahead of the upcoming European Championships.
New Lexus NX teased; to be unveiled on June 11
Prior to its unveiling on June 11, Toyota's luxury division Lexus has teased its next-generation NX SUV.
Netflix's first post-production facility to open in Mumbai in 2022
Netflix is making great strides in India, one of its biggest consumers, with a lot of new exciting home-grown content coming our way.
How Angelina Jolie transformed herself from being awkward to graceful
Angelina Jolie is all things sassy!
Kia's next car in India could be the Soul hatchback
Kia Motors has registered 'Soul' car name in India, hinting at the arrival of a new model.
England, WI tours: Pakistan announce limited-overs and Test squads
Pakistan are set to tour England and West Indies, starting next month.
Aakash Ranison: Meet this climate change activist, and sustainability influencer
Aakash Ranison describes himself as a happy guy, and it is with this same infectious energy that he advocates for Climate Change.
HONOR 50 Pro will feature a 108MP main camera
HONOR is all set to launch its 50-series of smartphones in China on June 16. The line-up will include the Honor 50 and 50 Pro models.
Realme X7 Max 5G now available in India via Flipkart
Realme's newly-launched X7 Max 5G smartphone has gone on sale in India. The handset carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 26,999, and is available via Flipkart as well as the company's official website.
MG6 XPower, with aggressive looks and a hybrid powertrain, unveiled
Based on its second-generation MG6 compact sedan, British automaker MG Motor has unveiled the MG6 XPower sports car. It is expected to enter production soon.
Biden expands Trump-era order banning US investment in Chinese firms
US President Joe Biden expanded Trump-era ban on US investments in Chinese firms through an executive order signed on Thursday. Biden named 59 Chinese firms suspected of having ties to the Chinese military and surveillance infrastructure.
Samsung announces Galaxy A22 4G and Galaxy A22 5G smartphones
Expanding its portfolio of budget-friendly smartphones, Samsung has launched the Galaxy A22 in both 4G and 5G versions, with the latter being the company's cheapest 5G model yet.
Test yourself for COVID-19 at home with 'CoviSelf'
Biotechnological firm Mylab Discovery Solutions on Thursday commercially launched its COVID-19 self-test kit, called 'CoviSelf'.
RBI keeps repo rate at 4%, cuts GDP growth projection
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has once again kept the repo rate unchanged at 4 percent in an attempt to "support growth and keep inflation within the target" amid India's COVID-19 crisis.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 70th Anniversary Edition launched in Japan
Toyota has launched a 70th Anniversary Edition of the Land Cruiser Prado SUV in Japan at a starting price of ¥4.29 million (roughly Rs. 28.4 lakh).
India is among beneficiaries receiving 25 million vaccines from US
US President Joe Biden's administration has announced its plan to distribute an initial 25 million (2.5 crore) of the the 80 million (8 crore) total promised vaccine doses it plans to donate across the globe.
French Open: Rafael Nadal destroys Gasquet, advances to third round
Spanish maestro Rafael Nadal earned a vigorous victory over Richard Gasquet in the second round of 2021 French Open.
Centre responsible if faulty PM-CARES ventilators cause death: Bombay HC
The Aurangabad bench of the Bombay High Court has said that the central government would be responsible for any loss of life due to "defective" ventilators supplied by a Gujarat company to the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) through the PM-CARES fund.
NewsBytes Briefing: Reliance weaponizes 3D printing against COVID-19, and more
Reliance might have disrupted the technology space with Jio, but now it has its eyes set on COVID-19. The Indian conglomerate is coming up with a lot of lateral solutions to tackle issues such as combating the virus itself with experimental treatments.
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS arrives in China
British automaker Triumph Motorcycles has launched its Speed Triple 1200 RS motorbike in China.
Vivo Y70t 5G, with Exynos 880 processor, launched in China
Chinese tech giant Vivo has launched its latest Y-series smartphone, called the Y70t 5G in its home country.
2022 Kia K5, with new badging, launched in the US
South Korean automaker Kia Motors has launched its 2022 K5 sedan in the US.
Moto G Stylus appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 480 chipset
Motorola is gearing up to launch the 5G version of its Moto G Stylus smartphone.
1st Test: England fightback after Conway powers New Zealand
Devon Conway's sparkling 200 on debut was the talking point of Day of the first Test match between England and New Zealand at Lord's.
2021 French Open: Roger Federer overcomes Marin Cilic
Swiss maestro Roger Federer battled past Marin Cilic in the second round of the 2021 French Open on Thursday.
2021 French Open: Novak Djokovic breezes past Pablo Cuevas
World number one Novak Djokovic eased past Uruguay's Pablo Cuevas in the second round of the 2021 French Open.
2021 Triumph Speed Twin listed in India; launch imminent
Just a couple of days after its global unveiling, UK automaker Triumph Motorcycles has listed the 2021 Speed Twin bike on the Indian website, hinting at its imminent launch in the country.
'Shaadisthan', 'Bhoot Police' take OTT route; head to Disney+ Hotstar
Tis' the season of OTT releases!
Reliance working to produce cheaper testing kits, new COVID-19 drug
India has been at the forefront of the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic with numerous out-of-the-box solutions.
PSL 2021 set to resume on June 9 in UAE
The sixth edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to resume on June 9, with the final slated for June 24.
'The Suicide Squad': James Gunn makes supervillains go undercover
The baddies from the DC universe are coming sooner than you thought.
Devon Conway smashes double-century on Test debut: Records broken
New Zealand batsman Devon Conway stole the show on debut in the first Test against England at Lord's.
Samsung Galaxy A22 5G to feature a 90Hz display
Samsung is gearing up to launch its new A-series smartphone, the Galaxy A22 in both 4G and 5G versions.
Rs. 98 crore-worth BUGATTI La Voiture Noire is finally here
French automaker BUGATTI has finally revealed the production version of its La Voiture Noire model.
BAFTA TV Awards: Special prize removed after Noel Clarke allegations
BAFTA TV Awards has removed special awards for 2021 after Noel Clarke was accused of sexual harassment by 20+ women.
Renault introduces CAPTUR E-TECH Hybrid crossover in Europe
French automaker Renault has revealed its CAPTUR E-TECH Hybrid crossover in Europe. It is offered in Iconic, S Edition, and R.S. Line variants.
Hyundai CRETA emerges as bestselling car in India in May
Hyundai's popular offering, the CRETA, has become the bestselling car in India for May 2021 by selling 7,527 units in the month.
Gautam Gambhir Foundation illegally stocked COVID-19 drug: Delhi HC told
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Gautam Gambhir's foundation was found guilty of unauthorized stocking, procurement, and distribution of the medicine Fabiflu to COVID-19 patients, Delhi's drug controller body informed the Delhi High Court on Thursday.
COVID-19: Maharashtra lifts lockdown in 18 districts, Mumbai trains shut
The Maharashtra government has come up with a five-level reopening plan for the state after a lengthy shutdown due to the coronavirus, State Minister Vijay Wadettiwar said today, according to ANI.
World Bicycle Day: Movies where bicycles played a pivotal role
Bicycles used to be the preferred mode of transportation in times when everyone couldn't access or afford motor vehicles.
Nokia C20 Plus to be launched on June 11
As the latest addition to its C-series of smartphones, HMD Global will announce the C20 Plus on June 11, the company has confirmed.
Tesla recalls around 6,000 cars in US over loose bolts
Tesla has issued a recall order for around 6,000 cars in the US, covering some of its 2019-2021 Model 3 sedans and 2020-2021 Model Y SUVs.
Taylor Swift signs another multi-starrer, to give Christian Bale company
Not just music, Taylor Swift is all set to reign Hollywood as well.
Vivo Y73 (2021) to debut in India soon; specifications leaked
Vivo will announce a new mid-range Y-series smartphone, the Y73 (2021), in India later this month, as per MySmartPrice. The publication has also tipped the full specifications and features of the handset.
Realme to launch two GT flagships in June and July
Realme will launch its flagship GT 5G model and a new camera-centric GT flagship smartphone in the global markets in June and July, respectively, the company has announced at the Realme 5G summit.
After 'Haseen Dillruba,' Taapsee's 'Rashmi Rocket' to hit OTT too?
With theaters remaining shut, many makers are taking the OTT route to release their films.
French Open: Ashleigh Barty retires through injury, Magda Linette advances
Women's world number one Ashleigh Barty has been knocked out of the French Open after retiring with hip injury in her second-round tie against Poland's Magda Linette.
COVID-19 lockdown in Karnataka has been extended until June 14
The ongoing state-wide lockdown in Karnataka due to the coronavirus has been extended by a week, until June 14, News18 reports.
Copa America 2021: Maracana stadium to host the final
The iconic Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro is set to host the final of Copa America 2021 on July 10.
Hina-Shaheer's 'Baarish Ban Jaana' review: Mushy video, '90s style music
The music video of Baarish Ban Jaana, starring Hina Khan and Shaheer Sheikh, is now out on YouTube.
Samsung Galaxy Book Go, Go 5G, with Snapdragon processors, launched
As the latest addition to its portfolio of budget-friendly laptops, Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Book Go notebook in the US market. It is offered in both 4G and 5G variants.
Coronavirus: As second wave recedes, intestinal gangrene worries rise
India on Thursday reported 1.34 lakh new COVID-19 cases, along with over 2,800 fresh fatalities.
Euro 2020: Decoding the squad of Finland
The Finland national football team will be keen to build on the team spirit in order to showcase its mettle in the upcoming European Championships.
ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 tablet launched at around Rs. 25,600
ASUS has announced its latest Chromebook Detachable CM3 tablet. It carries a starting price-tag of $350 (roughly Rs. 25,600).
BBL: Sydney Thunder appoint Trevor Bayliss as head coach
Trevor Bayliss was appointed as Sydney Thunder's head coach on Thursday.
Spotify announces Only You discovery feature for personalized playlists
Spotify remains one of the most popular music streaming services in the world. The company is now releasing a personalized playlist generation tool called Only You. The addition resembles the annual Wrapped playlists.
Volkswagen Polo Comfortline TSI automatic launched at Rs. 8.51 lakh
Expanding its Polo line-up in India, Volkswagen has announced a new automatic variant of the Polo Comfortline TSI, which was launched in April this year.
'The Staircase': Sophie Turner joins HBO Max's new true-crime series
Sophie Turner has joined the star cast of the highly-awaited HBO Max series, The Staircase.
After Pfizer and Moderna, Serum seeks indemnity over COVID-19 vaccine
The Serum Institute of India has requested the Indian government to provide it indemnity from liability in connection with its COVID-19 vaccines, company sources cited by NDTV and The Hindu say.
BMW iX electric crossover, with up to 630km range, unveiled
Alongside the i4 sedan, BMW Motorrad has also unveiled the production version of its Vision iNext Concept, called the iX. It is offered in two variants: xDrive40 and xDrive 50.
Ollie Robinson apologizes for his comments as old tweets resurface
Ollie Robinson was the pick of England's bowlers on Day 1 of the opening Test against New Zealand.
SSR case: NCB summons actor's bodyguard, second-time in a row
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), which is making quite a headway in the Sushant Singh Rajput case, has summoned the late actor's bodyguard again.
2021 Ducati Monster to debut in India by Q4 2021
Ducati India will launch the 2021 iteration of its Monster sports bike in the country by the end of Q3 or the start of Q4 this year. To recall, the motorcycle was unveiled in December last year.
#NewsBytesExplainer: How Israelis neutralize Palestinian buildings - Physics behind it
The deluge of videos coming out of Gaza has everyone wondering how the Israeli Air Force (IAF) has been taking down specific buildings in a controlled manner, where the structures collapse upon themselves without any apparent collateral damage.
10,000 volunteers quit ahead of Tokyo Olympics
Tokyo Olympics suffered yet another blow as around 10,000 of the 80,000 planned volunteers have quit, the organizers revealed.
'From the Desk of Donald J. Trump' blog permanently shut
Not long after former US President Donald Trump hosted a blog on his website, the webpage "From the Desk of Donald J. Trump" has been shut down permanently.
Vinod Dua sedition FIR quashed; Supreme Court cites 1962 order
The Supreme Court on Thursday quashed the FIR filed against journalist Vinod Dua in connection with a sedition case.
Mehul Choksi denied bail by Dominica court over illegal entry
Mehul Choksi - the 62-year-old fugitive founder of India-based Gitanjali Group - has been denied bail by a court in Dominica for illegally entering the Caribbean island country from Antigua and Barbuda.
'The Conjuring 3' trailer: Warrens return to battle evil spirits
Looks like the Devil is back and, this time, even scarier.
Jaguar F-TYPE P450, with a 5.0-liter V8 engine, unveiled
Jaguar has unveiled the P450 variant of its F-TYPE car. It is offered in a coupe or convertible form with either a rear-wheel-drive or R-Dynamic all-wheel-drive system.
Ducati to launch Multistrada V4 in India by July 2021
As an addition to its portfolio of adventure touring bikes in India, Italian automaker Ducati is planning to launch the 2021 Multistrada V4 in the country toward the end of June or early July.
Which celebrities are being considered for 'Bigg Boss 15'?
Bigg Boss, which has been one of the longest-running reality shows on Indian television, is scouting contestants for its fifteenth edition.
BMW i4 all-electric sedan, with a 590km of range, revealed
German automaker BMW Motorrad has revealed its all-electric i4 sedan. It will make its way to India later this year or in 2022.
Toyota GR 86, with 2.4-liter flat-four engine, goes official
Alongside the limited-run Supra A91-CF Edition, Japanese automaker Honda has revealed its GR 86 sports car with GAZOO Racing branding in the US. It will go on sale later this year.
Apple TV app available on devices running Android TV OS
Apple's lesser-known content streaming solution called Apple TV is often overlooked by users outside the company's service ecosystem where it is prominently advertised and accessible using most Apple devices.
Ahead of launch, OnePlus Nord CE 5G's full specifications leaked
OnePlus is all set to launch its latest mid-range smartphone, the Nord CE 5G, in India on June 10.
COVAXIN trials on children aged 2-18 begin at AIIMS-Patna
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Patna has begun the clinical trials for COVAXIN on children, reports say.
NewsBytes Briefing: Samsung's helping Google fold the Pixel, and more
As more rumors emerge hinting at Google considering a foldable version of its Pixel smartphone, the terrible durability of Samsung's first foldable device is a cautionary tale for anyone trying to replicate it.
Arbitrary and irrational: SC on Centre's COVID-19 vaccination policy
The Supreme Court on Wednesday observed that the Central Government's COVID-19 vaccination policy is arbitrary and irrational.
2022 Kia Stinger Scorpion Special Edition launched in the US
South Korean automaker Kia has introduced the 2022 Stinger Scorpion Special Edition model in the US. It starts at $52,585 (roughly Rs. 38.4 lakh) and is being released in the batches of 250 units per month.
ASUS unveils world's first laptops with Radeon RX 6800M GPUs
ASUS has announced the ROG Strix G15 and G17 Advantage Edition as the world's first laptops to feature AMD's flagship Radeon RX 6000 series GPU.
2022 Toyota Corolla Cross, with a 169hp powertrain, breaks cover
Japanese automaker Toyota has unveiled its Corolla Cross sub-compact SUV for the US market. To recall, the car had debuted in the ASEAN markets last year and will make its way to the US as a 2022 model.
Volkswagen Taos SUV gets a Basecamp design package
Volkswagen has introduced a new Basecamp accessory package for its Taos SUV. The new design pack adds some off-road-biased elements to increase the overall ruggedness and functionality of the car.
