12 Jul 2021

Congress' Nana Patole withdraws claim that Thackeray tracks his moves

Hours after claiming that leaders of Maharashtra's ruling alliance were keeping a watch on his moves, state Congress chief Nana Patole backtracked on his remarks.

#FundingAlert: Flipkart raises $3.6 billion in fresh funding

Walmart-owned e-commerce giant Flipkart has successfully raised $3.6 billion in fresh funding from global investors, sovereign funds, and private equity firms, as well as by Walmart itself.

Universe Boss Chris Gayle set to complete 14,000 T20 runs

West Indies superstar Chris Gayle hasn't been at his best in his recent outings in the shortest format.

Breakdown of governance in UP: Ex-civil servants write open letter

A group of former civil servants, called the Constitutional Conduct Group, has written an open letter expressing their concern over the "complete breakdown of governance" and "blatant violation of rule of law" in Uttar Pradesh.

Euro 2020: FA, UEFA condemn racist abuse of England players

England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, and Bukayo Saka were subjected to racist abuse after the Euro 2020 final defeat to Italy.

After winning Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic qualifies for 2021 ATP Finals

World number one Novak Djokovic has become the first player to qualify for the upcoming Nitto ATP Finals.

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'Tandoor' trailer: Refreshes memory about a horrific 1995 murder case

Makers dropped the trailer for the upcoming investigative thriller Tandoor today.

Kerala reports 19 Zika virus cases: Cause, symptoms, and treatment

Kerala has confirmed 19 cases of the Zika virus, triggering concerns for authorities and people there as well as neighboring states.

Congress to replace Adhir Chowdhury as leader in Lok Sabha

The Indian National Congress is reportedly looking to replace Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury as the party's leader in the Lok Sabha.

OnePlus Nord 2 to feature a 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display

OnePlus is all set to launch its latest Nord series smartphone, the OnePlus Nord 2, in India on July 22.

'Tiger 3': Location, budget, plot details of Salman-Katrina's movie revealed

Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi starrer Tiger 3's filming will begin soon.

Iron Man in 'What If?' is not Robert Downey Jr.?

Marvel recently dropped the trailer of its animated series, What If...?, which featured most of the superhero characters.

Mi 11 Ultra's open sale to start from July 15

Xiaomi's latest flagship smartphone, the Mi 11 Ultra, will go on open sale in India from July 15 onwards.

Jawa Special Edition commemorates India's victory in the 1971 war

As part of the Swarnim Vijay Varsh, Jawa Motorcycles has launched a special edition of its Jawa model to commemorate India's victory against Pakistan in the 1971 war.

Nepal's SC orders appointment of Sher Bahadur Deuba as PM

Ending a months-long political deadlock, Nepal's Supreme Court on Monday ordered the reinstatement of the dissolved House of Representatives.

Third COVID-19 wave "imminent," says IMA, warns against laxity

A third wave of coronavirus infections in India is unavoidable and around the corner, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) warned today in a press release.

This futuristic electric car cleans the air while driving

Heatherwick Studio has showcased its Airo EV at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. It is likely to enter production in 2023.

Indian spinner R Ashwin scripts history in County Championship

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, on Sunday, played his first County Championship game for Surrey.

Coronavirus: India records 37K+ new cases; vaccinations dip

India on Monday reported over 37,000 new COVID-19 cases along with over 700 fresh deaths due to the viral disease.

Nothing ear (1) earbuds will cost Rs. 6,000 in India

Nothing is all set to announce its truly wireless earbuds, called the ear (1), in India on July 27.

'Dhoop Ki Deewar' review: Death shows true colors of many

Sometimes a person's death can reveal the true colors of their blood relatives.

ICC Player of the Month Award: Conway, Ecclestone bag honors

New Zealand opener Devon Conway and England Women's spinner Sophie Ecclestone have been named the ICC Players of the Month for June.

Mumbai: This is why BMC has sealed Suniel Shetty's building

Actor Suniel Shetty's building in Mumbai has been sealed by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on account of the rising COVID-19 cases in the housing complex.

68 killed in lightning strikes; PM Modi announces ex-gratia assistance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced ex-gratia assistance for the families of those who were killed in lightning strikes across Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh during heavy rains on Sunday.

Maruti Suzuki Swift, CNG models become costlier by Rs. 15,000

In a regulatory filing with the BSE, Maruti Suzuki has announced a price-hike of up to Rs. 15,000 for the Swift hatchback and its entire line-up of CNG cars in India.

Ahead of launch, Nokia C30's renders and specifications leaked

HMD Global is gearing up to launch its latest C-series smartphone, called the Nokia C30.

Rajinikanth dissolves RMM; says 'no intention to get into politics'

Ending speculation about his entry into politics, superstar Rajinikanth on Monday dissolved the Rajini Makkal Mandram, which was viewed as a precursor for his political party.

It's official! Suriya-led 'Soorarai Pottru' is being remade in Hindi

Suriya Sivakumar's highly acclaimed film, Soorarai Pottru, is set to have an official Hindi remake.

BMW launches limited-run X5 Black Vermilion edition

BMW has announced a special X5 Black Vermilion model. It is limited to just 350 units in the US and will be up for grabs from September.

Black fungus killed 303 in Karnataka who recovered from COVID-19

More than 300 people, who had fully recovered from the coronavirus, lost their life to mucormycosis in Karnataka.

SKODA starts deliveries of the KUSHAQ SUV in India

Czech automaker SKODA has commenced deliveries of the first batch of the KUSHAQ SUV in India. To recall, it was launched here last month in three trim levels.

2021 Wimbledon: Indian-American Samir Banerjee wins boys' singles title

American tennis player Samir Banerjee, on Sunday, won his maiden Wimbledon boys' singles title with an emphatic win over compatriot Victor Lilov.

'Bhuj: The Pride of India' trailer gets your pulse racing

The trailer for Bhuj: The Pride of India dropped earlier today, giving us a better look into the characters and a whole lot of pulse-racing patriotic dialogues.

Google Pixel 6 Pro revealed in live images

Google is expected to launch the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones in October.

Citroen C3 Sporty to be launched in India in 2022

French automaker Citroen has announced that its C21 compact SUV will be launched in India next year. It is expected to be called the C3 Sporty.

Delhi gets respite as IMD predicts heavy rains today

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rains in several parts of North India, including Delhi, on Monday, even as a harsh heatwave continues to sizzle the region.

Tata Nexon Dark Edition's first impression: Should you buy it?

The Nexon has always been a strong seller for Tata Motors and the recently-launched Dark Edition brings in an element of freshness to its design.

Italy win UEFA Euro 2020 title: Records broken

Italy have won the European Championships crown after beating England 3-2 on penalties after the match ended 1-1 after extra time.

Euro 2020 final: England lead at the break against Italy

The England football team has a crucial 1-0 lead against Italy going into half-time in the UEFA Euro 2020 final at Wembley,

Mi 10i and Redmi K20 Pro get MIUI 12.5 update

Xiaomi has started releasing the MIUI 12.5 update for its Mi 10i and Redmi K20 Pro smartphones in India.

Bajaj Chetak electric scooter to debut in Nagpur soon

Bajaj Auto has confirmed via its social media handles that the Chetak electric scooter will be launched in Nagpur soon.

Vivo S10 spotted on TENAA certification site, key specifications revealed

Vivo is all prepared to launch its S10 series of smartphones in China on July 15. The line-up will include the vanilla S10 and S10 Pro models.

'Black Widow' breaks records with Rs. 294cr opening day haul

Marvel Cinematic Universe is enjoying a profitable run with Black Widow doing well in the North American theaters.

#HealthBytes: Know everything about that 'lump in the throat' feeling

Do you often experience a feeling of something being stuck in your throat especially during summers?

11 Jul 2021

Huawei engineer develops open-source autonomous self-balancing bicycle after an accident

When we think of the uses for Artificial Intelligence in the mobility sector, we usually think of autonomous cars, right? But the implementations today are still in development and outside the financial reach of commoners.

Euro 2020 final, Italy vs England: Here's the team news

Italy and England will be taking on each other in the final of the European Championships tonight.

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'Valimai': Keep your hearts steady as biker Ajith is here

Despite being announced in January 2019, we didn't get as much as a first-look poster or motion clip for Valimai from producer Boney Kapoor or lead star Thala Ajith until now.

Bajaj Dominar 400 Touring Edition spied; to be launched soon

Bajaj Auto is expected to launch a new Touring Edition of its Dominar 400 motorbike in India within a few months.

Djokovic vs Federer vs Nadal: A statistical comparison

World number one Novak Djokovic won his sixth Wimbledon title after beating Matteo Berrettini in the final.

'Bhuj: The Pride of India' teaser promises inspiring patriotic tale

The official teaser for the upcoming war movie Bhuj: The Pride of India starring Ajay Devgn has been released.

Novak Djokovic wins 2021 Wimbledon final: Records broken

Men's world number one tennis star Novak Djokovic beat Italian seventh seed Matteo Berrettini in four sets to win the 2021 Wimbledon crown.

Novak Djokovic captures 20th major title at Wimbledon: Key stats

Serbian ace Novak Djokovic has scripted history by clinching a record-equaling 20th Grand Slam.

As Taliban advances, India evacuates Kandahar consulate in Afghanistan

Amid reports of the Taliban gaining control of new areas around Afghanistan's Kandahar, India on Saturday evacuated around 50 of its diplomats and security personnel back to Delhi citing security concerns.

Realme X9 appears on various certification platforms; launch imminent

Realme is expected to launch the X9 series of smartphones in the coming weeks. The line-up will likely include the vanilla X9 and X9 Pro models.

POCO F3 GT to feature an aerospace-grade aluminium alloy frame

POCO is expected to launch its F3 GT model in India in the coming weeks.

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#ITRules: Twitter ends tussle with Centre; appoints Resident Grievance Officer

After much delay, Twitter named Vinay Prakash as its Resident Grievance Officer in compliance with the central government's new IT Rules.

Co-washing: The hair cleansing method you should know about

Have you often heard about the term co-washing but have been unsure what the term means? We are here to help you.

2 Al Qaeda terrorists nabbed from Lucknow by UP ATS

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) on Sunday arrested two Al Qaeda terrorists near state capital Lucknow.

Flipkart Electronics Sale: Deals and discounts on bestselling smartphones

Flipkart has kicked-off its 'Electronics Sale' in India with attractive deals and offers available across the entire range of electronic products, including smartphones.

One-off Test, Bangladesh beat Zimbabwe: List of records broken

The Bangladesh cricket team emerged victorious against Zimbabwe in the one-off Test, sealing the deal on Day 5.

#HealthBytes: Most common causes of facial allergic reactions

An allergy is a sensitive reaction to something that you may have eaten, inhaled, or touched.

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Prior to launch, Ola Electric Scooter's key features teased

Ola Electric is likely to launch its first electric scooter in India in the coming weeks.

Royal Enfield Bullet 350 becomes Rs. 6,000 costlier in India

Royal Enfield has raised the prices of its Bullet 350 motorbike in India.

Limited-run CCM Street Moto and Street Tracker bikes announced

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Clews Competition Machines aka CCM Motorcycles has unveiled its Street Moto and Street Tracker scrambler bikes.

#HealthBytes: Know what makes COVID-19 pneumonia different and deadly

Pneumonia is an infection that can cause the small air sacs in the lungs to fill with fluid.

4 acupressure points to help relieve gas and bloating

Most people often experience gastrointestinal issues like gas and bloating, but these might be more severe and frequent in those with sensitive stomachs.

Effective ways to keep snakes off your homes and yards

Snakes create fear among most people (whether they are poisonous or not) and it can be a frightening experience to come in contact with one.

Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders costs Rs. 1.12 lakh in India

Qualcomm's first-ever smartphone, the Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders, has been listed on ASUS's online store in India and China.

Lionel Messi wins his first international trophy: Key stats

Lionel Messi lifted his first international trophy of his career as Argentina won Copa America after defeating Brazil 1-0 on Saturday.

Violence erupts during UP panchayat polls as BJP claims win

Widespread violence erupted across Uttar Pradesh during the elections for panchayat block chiefs Saturday, as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) claimed a "historic victory."

Home remedies to keep hair woes at bay this monsoon

The pluviophiles in us are the happiest during monsoons when the sense of peace experienced is beyond words.

HBO

Makers share official first-look of 'And Just Like That...'

The official first-look of the 10-episode Sex and the City revival series And Just Like That... is here and we are all a little nostalgic.

Are you phubbing? Identify and manage this damaging habit

Do you have friends who give more attention to their phones while you talk or are you guilty of being one?

Mahindra XUV700 to get segment-first Smart Door Handles

Mahindra's flagship offering, the XUV700, will be launched in India in the coming weeks.

Colors drops promo teaser for Ranveer Singh's 'The Big Picture'

Colors TV has just released a promotional teaser for its upcoming game show The Big Picture, to be hosted by Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, on social media.

Coronavirus: India reports 41K+ new cases; nearly 900 more dead

India on Sunday reported over 41,000 new COVID-19 cases along with nearly 900 more deaths.

COVID-19 and monsoon infections: Preventive measures for kids and adults

Monsoons are that time of the year when we are most prone to all kinds of infections.

Euro 2020 final: Preview, Dream11 team prediction and stats

Italy and England take on each other in the final of the UEFA Euro 2020 at Wembley tonight.

Maserati Levante Trofeo, Quattroporte Trofeo to debut in India soon

Italian automaker Maserati will launch its Levante Trofeo and Quattroporte Trofeo models in India within a few months.

Benefits of body polishing and steps to DIY at home

Body polishing is a skincare treatment involving massaging and gentle exfoliation that helps get rid of dead skin, enhances blood circulation, and revitalizes the skin.

Virgin Galactic's Richard Branson flies to space aboard VSS Unity!

Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity spacecraft carried by VMS Eve has successfully lifted off from Spaceport America in New Mexico at around 8:10 pm IST.

OPPO Reno6 Pro tipped to start at around Rs. 39,000

OPPO is all set to launch the Reno6 series of smartphones in India on July 14. Now, tipster Debayan Roy has leaked the pricing details of the Pro variant.

Clinical West Indies trounce Australia in 2nd T20I: Records broken

West Indies claimed a 56-run victory over Australia in the second T20I at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, St. Lucia.

AX variant of Mahindra Thar SUV relaunched in India

The entry-level 6-seater AX variant of the Mahindra Thar, which was discontinued last year, has been relaunched in India. It starts at Rs. 10.68 lakh and the bookings are underway.

Tata Altroz Dark Edition's first impression: Should you buy it?

The Tata Harrier Dark Edition has been a runaway success ever since its launch in August 2019 and that has prompted the automaker to launch more such models across its entire portfolio.

#HealthBytes: Beauty benefits of Kaolin clay for skin and hair

Kaolin clay is one of the gentlest skincare clays and can be used on both the skin and hair.

Hizbul chief's 2 sons among 11 J&K government employees sacked

The two sons of the Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin were reportedly among 11 government employees removed from the Jammu and Kashmir administration recently.

#HealthBytes: Five common anti-inflammatory foods that you should have

Inflammation can be considered as the body's defense mechanism against infection and injury.

Messi claims first international trophy as Argentina win Copa America

Argentina won their first major title in 28 years on Saturday after winning a record-equaling 15th Copa America.

Nokia XR20 bags Wi-Fi Alliance certification, launch imminent

HMD Global is working on a new X-series smartphone, called the Nokia XR20. In the latest development, it has been spotted on the Wi-Fi Alliance certification site with model number TA-1362, hinting at a launch soon.

Maserati Levante Hybrid to be launched by end of 2021

Italian automaker Maserati will launch the Hybrid variant of its Levante SUV in India by the end of 2021. To recall, it was unveiled in April.

Xiaomi releases MIUI 12.5 update for Mi 11 Ultra

Xiaomi has started rolling out the MIUI 12.5 update for the Mi 11 Ultra smartphone in India. To recall, the handset was launched here in April with a price tag of Rs. 69,999 and went on sale just earlier this week.

England beat Pakistan in second ODI: List of records broken

A second-string England side beat Pakistan in the second ODI to win the three-match series 2-0 with one game to go.

'Sweet Girl' trailer: Father-daughter duo fights for family and justice

Popularly known as Khal Drogo and Aquaman, actor Jason Momoa is set to appear in a different role in his upcoming film, Sweet Girl.