28 Jul 2021

Apple posts record earnings in this quarter. Reason is iPhone

On July 27, Apple announced its financial results for the third quarter of FY 2021 that ended on June 26. The company claims that its quarterly revenue of $81.4 billion marks a 36 percent year-on-year increase.

Sri Lanka beat India in 2nd T20I: Records broken

The Indian cricket team handed four players their T20I debuts in the second encounter of the three-match series against Sri Lanka.

As vaccination pace remains slow, Centre may reduce private quota

The Centre may soon reduce the 25% quota of COVID-19 vaccine supply for private facilities for their failure to pick up the earmarked quota.

'Pinch' S02 second episode: Ayushmann Khurrana is fun to watch

This Wednesday saw Ayushmann Khurrana dealing with trolls and hate comments on Arbaaz Khan's unique talk show Pinch.

2020 Tokyo Olympics, Day 5: Complete report

It was a mixed day for India on Day 5 of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Depositors to get Rs. 5L insurance if bank under moratorium

The Indian government on Wednesday cleared amendments to the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) Act, 1961, thus providing a big relief to the customers of failed or stressed banks.

POCO X3 GT, with Dimensity 1100 processor, 67W fast-charging, launched

POCO has launched the X3 GT model in the international markets.

Times when Pankaj Tripathi effortlessly executed top-notch performances onscreen

Pankaj Tripathi is one of the most natural performers in the industry today.

TVS iQube e-scooter launched in Kochi at Rs. 1.24 lakh

After Pune, TVS Motor Company has now launched its iQube electric scooter in Kochi. The brand wants to extend the two-wheeler's availability to at least 20 more cities in the next few months.

Samsung teases Galaxy Z Fold3's design in official trailer

Samsung is all set to launch its latest high-end foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3, on August 11.

Modi inserted Pegasus in phones; hit democracy's soul: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday fired a fresh salvo at the Narendra Modi government over the Pegasus scandal.

Live image of Mi Pad 5 leaked; design revealed

Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Mi Pad 5 tablet in the coming weeks. In the latest development, a live image of the device has leaked online, revealing its rear section.

Samsung Galaxy A52s tipped to cost €449

Samsung is working on a new A-series smartphone, called the Galaxy A52s. In the latest development, 91mobiles has claimed that the handset will debut in Europe later this year.

'Turner & Hooch' episode two review: Fortunately, series gains speed

Disney+ Hotstar is now premiering the second episode of Turner & Hooch.

Toyota announces extended battery warranty on Camry and Vellfire

In a bid to encourage the adoption of Electric Cars in India, Toyota is extending the battery warranty on its two Self-charging Hybrid Electric Vehicles (SHEVs) available here, namely, the Camry and Vellfire.

'Zaalima Coca Cola' review: Nora's moves don't match Shreya's voice

Makers dropped the latest song Zaalima Coca Cola from the war movie Bhuj: The Pride of India today.

'Anybody can lead, wouldn't impose opinion': Mamata on Opposition coalition

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today said that Opposition parties should unite against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in view of the 2024 Indian general elections.

'Nyay: The Justice,' allegedly based on Sushant, set for release

Delhi High Court once again refused to stay the release of the film Nyay: The Justice, which is allegedly based on the death case of Sushant Singh Rajput.

Bail of Raj Kundra, aide denied; investigation gains pace

Raj Kundra, Shilpa Shetty's husband, who was arrested last week for being the "key conspirator" in a pornographic racket, has been denied bail.

Redmi K40 Gaming Edition gets new Inverse Scale color option

Redmi has introduced a new color option for its K40 Gaming Edition smartphone in China, called the Inverse Scale.

Everest Premier League: Afridi to play for Kathmandu Kings XI

Former Pakistan cricketer and veteran T20 stalwart Shahid Afridi will be making his presence felt in the Everest Premier League.

Facebook creates a new product group to build Zuckerberg's metaverse

In an interview with The Verge last week, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed to the world his grand plan of transitioning Facebook from a social media company into a metaverse company.

Benelli 502C middleweight cruiser to be launched in India tomorrow

Italian automaker Benelli has announced that it will launch its 502C motorcycle in India tomorrow i.e. July 29. Its pre-bookings are already open.

Bajaj Chetak's bookings resume in Pune and Bengaluru

Bajaj Auto has commenced bookings for its Chetak e-scooter in Pune and Bengaluru. Reservations for the scooter were closed in the two cities in April this year when it went out of stock.

Prior to launch, Huawei P50 Pro 4G's full specifications leaked

Huawei is all set to launch the P50, P50 Pro, and P50 Pro+ smartphones in China tomorrow i.e. July 29, in both 4G and 5G versions.

SC rejects Kerala's plea to cancel criminal cases against MLAs

The Supreme Court of India today dismissed the Kerala government's plea to withdraw criminal cases against several prominent Communist Party of India (Marxist) leaders for allegedly vandalizing the State Assembly in 2015.

Basavaraj Bommai succeeds BS Yediyurappa; takes oath as Karnataka CM

Basavaraj Bommai on Wednesday took oath as the 23rd Chief Minister of Karnataka.

OnePlus may not introduce OnePlus 9T this year

OnePlus was expected to launch the OnePlus 9T smartphone in the third quarter of 2021. However, as per tipster Max Jambor, the tech giant will not introduce the handset this year.

Naseeruddin Shah defends comment on Dilip Kumar's 'contribution' to cinema

While writing an op-ed piece on Dilip Kumar, Naseeruddin Shah had focused "on his contribution while he lived," "instead of lamenting his passing."

Decoding Pep Guardiola's records as manager

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will be aiming to continue his success since arriving at the club in 2016.

SKODA 'ANB' mid-sized sedan previewed in spy images

Czech automaker SKODA is expected to launch a new mid-sized sedan (codenamed ANB) in India by the end of 2021.

Huawei Nova 8 SE Vitality Edition, with 40W fast-charging, launched

Huawei has launched a new version of the Nova 8 SE smartphone, dubbed as the Nova 8 SE Vitality Edition, in China. The handset carries a price-tag of CNY 1,899 (roughly Rs. 21,700).

Is 'Bhediya' going to tell when 'Stree 2' would arrive?

Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor's 2018 film, Stree, turned out to be a hit at the box office.

'Love In The Times Of Corona' review: Aesthetically pleasing anthology

Love In The Times Of Corona, created and directed by Indrani Ray, is currently streaming on Voot.

Engineering seats in India drop to lowest in a decade

Engineering seats in India have dropped to their lowest number in a decade, even though it still remains the most popular technical course across the country.

Coronavirus: India's infections jump to 43K; over 600 deaths recorded

India on Wednesday reported over 43,000 new COVID-19 cases, marking a jump from a 132-day low observed the day before.

Bob Odenkirk collapses on 'Better Call Saul' sets, immediately hospitalized

Lead actor Bob Odenkirk collapsed on the sets of Better Call Saul and was rushed to the hospital immediately.

Prior to launch in India, SKODA KODIAQ (facelift) spied undisguised

The SKODA KODIAQ (facelift), revealed earlier this year, will be launched in India around October or November.

Decoding the key numbers of Ajinkya Rahane in England

Team India vice-captain and middle-order batter Ajinkya Rahane has a crucial task ahead of him in the upcoming Test series against England.

MSI

MSI launches new hi-end gaming laptops in India

Taiwanese tech brand MSI has introduced a clutch of new gaming laptops in the Indian market. As part of its Katana GF, Pulse GL, and GP Leopard line-ups, the company has launched over 10 variants.

Like iPhone 12, Realme Flash to feature magnetic wireless charging

Realme has teased the arrival of a new smartphone, dubbed as the Realme Flash. It is touted to be the first Android phone to offer magnetic wireless charging support.

ZTE

ZTE Axon 30 5G, with second-generation under-display camera, launched

ZTE has launched its latest Axon 30 5G smartphone in China with a second-generation under-display camera.

Former England pacer Mike Hendrick dies aged 72

Former England pacer Mike Hendrick passed away on Tuesday at the age of 72.

McLaren 765LT Spider is the company's most powerful convertible ever

British automaker McLaren has unveiled its most powerful open-top supercar called the 765LT Spider. Its production will be limited to just 765 units.

'Ashwatthama': Suniel Shetty to star opposite Vicky Kaushal-Sara Ali Khan?

Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan are set to work together, for the first time, in the movie, The Immortal Ashwatthama.

18 laborers, sleeping on road, killed in accident in UP

At least 18 people were killed and several others got injured in a devastating road accident in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district last night.

UP man dies by suicide after COVID-19 vaccine center assault

A man died by suicide in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat hours after being assaulted by policemen at a COVID-19 vaccination center.

COVID-19 cases may spike soon; no relaxation in curbs: Government

India may soon witness a resurgence of COVID-19 cases as the Union Health Ministry on Tuesday expressed concern over the slowdown in the drop of infections.

Bezos pens open letter to NASA about Artemis lander contract

Shortly after journeying to the edge of space, Jeff Bezos has stepped in to resolve his company Blue Origin's dispute with NASA.

Realme GT 5G series teased in India, launch imminent

Realme is planning to introduce the GT 5G and GT Master Edition smartphones in India.

2022 Hyundai Custo minivan previewed in teaser images

South Korean automaker Hyundai has released teaser images of its Custo minivan. It will solely be up for grabs in China.

Suzuki GSX-R1000R bike launched in a new shade in Japan

Suzuki has launched its GSX-R1000R motorbike in Japan in a new shade called Matte Black Metallic with Glass Matte Mechanical Gray. The vehicle is also available in two other colors.

27 Jul 2021

Journalists N Ram, Sashi Kumar move SC over Pegasus scandal

Senior journalists N Ram and Sashi Kumar have approached the Supreme Court seeking an independent investigation into the alleged Pegasus snooping scandal.

Ajay Devgn recites poem on soldiers' sacrifice and valor, 'Sipahi'

Ajay Devgn has released a special video clip today, where he has recited a Hindi poem, Sipahi, paying "heartfelt tribute" to soldiers.

Katrina Kaif's next is Ali Abbas Zafar's 'Super Soldier'?

Ali Abbas Zafar and Katrina Kaif will soon reunite for a superhero flick, Super Soldier.

Basavaraj Bommai elected new Karnataka CM; to take oath tomorrow

At the legislature meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Bengaluru, Basavaraj Bommai was elected the next Karnataka Chief Minister.

2020 Tokyo Olympics, Day 4: Complete report

It was a rather disappointing day for India on Day 4 of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

OPPO Watch 2, with Wear 4100 chipset, AMOLED display, launched

Chinese tech giant OPPO has launched its latest smartwatch, the Watch 2, in its home country at a starting price of CNY 1,299 (roughly Rs. 14,900).

Nothing ear (1), with ANC support, launched at Rs. 6,000

Nothing has launched its first truly wireless stereo (TWS) earphones, the ear (1), in India. It is priced at Rs. 5,999 and will go on sale starting August 17.

'Navarasa' album review: Nine stories, nine songs, nine gems

The much-anticipated Tamil anthology series, Navarasa, has made fans curious about the nine stories, ever since its trailer got released.

After meeting Modi, Mamata asks for all-party meeting on Pegasus

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi.

Jubin Nautiyal's 'Dil Lauta Do' may please soulful music lovers

After popular collaborations, Tum Hi Aana and Dil Chahte Ho, singers Jubin Nautiyal and Payal Dev are back with another track Dil Lauta Do.

60-year-old gang-raped; accused rubbed chili powder in her private parts

A 60-year-old woman was allegedly abducted, taken to a deserted place, and gang-raped by four men in Uttar Pradesh, last week.

Tata Motors teases its Tiago NRG (facelift) hatchback in India

Prior to its launch in India on August 4, Tata Motors has teased the facelifted iteration of its Tiago NRG hatchback.

Manchester United agree fee with Real Madrid for Raphael Varane

Manchester United are set to sign Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane after agreeing a fee with the Spanish giants.

#FundingAlert: ShareChat's parent raises $145 million led by Temasek, MSV

The parent company behind ShareChat and short video app Moj, Mohalla Tech has successfully raised $145 million as an extension of its Series F funding round.

Porsche to launch Macan and Cayenne GTS models by year-end

German automaker Porsche will launch the facelifted Macan and Cayenne GTS cars in India in the second half of this year. The brand's dealership network here will also be expanded.

COVID-19 vaccine for children likely next month, says Health Minister

India will likely start administering coronavirus vaccines to children in a matter of weeks, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said this morning, news agency ANI reported.

7-member Congress committee to assess Assam-Mizoram border violence

The Indian National Congress on Tuesday constituted a seven-member committee to assess the Assam-Mizoram border dispute and the "ensuing violence that cost the lives of police personnel."

'Happy Birthday Mummy Ji' review: Shefali Shah leads the show

Shefali Shah's directorial — a short film — Happy Birthday Mummy Ji released recently, and it deserves a round of applause.

Krunal Pandya tests positive for COVID-19, 2nd T20I gets postponed

Indian all-rounder Krunal Pandya has tested positive for COVID-19. This has led to the second T20I between Sri Lanka and India getting postponed.

Flora Duffy wins Bermuda's first-ever Olympic gold medal

Triathlete Flora Duffy handed Bermuda their first Olympic gold medal in history at the Olympics on Tuesday.

Will Ajay Devgn be producing a Pratik Gandhi-starrer web series?

Pratik Gandhi is busy with multiple projects after the success of Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, Z Flip3 to offer water resistance

Samsung will be launching its latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3, on August 11.

PM Modi asks MPs to expose Opposition over Parliament ruckus

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today attacked the Congress and other Opposition parties for not allowing the ongoing Monsoon Session of the Parliament to function.

Nokia C30 and Nokia 6310 affordable handsets launched in Europe

HMD Global has launched two new entry-level models, the C30 and 6310, in Europe.

'RRR' first song: Five singers to croon in five languages

There is a good news for the fans of SS Rajamouli's most-awaited film, Roudram Ranam Rudhiram (RRR).

Toyota LQ, with a futuristic design, showcased at Tokyo Olympics

Japanese automaker Toyota has showcased the LQ concept car at the Olympic Games In Tokyo. It is unclear whether it would enter production.

Decoding the key numbers of Cheteshwar Pujara in England

The Indian cricket team will be looking up to Cheteshwar Pujara in the upcoming five-match Test series against England, starting August 4.

Tata Safari SUV achieves production milestone of 10,000 units

Tata Motors has rolled out the 10,000th unit of its flagship SUV, the Safari, from its Pune plant.

Raj Kundra sent to judicial custody till August 10

Raj Kundra, Shilpa Shetty's husband, who was arrested last week for apparently being the "key conspirator" in a pornographic case, has been sent to judicial custody for 14 days.

Coronavirus: India reports lowest infections spike in 132 days

India on Tuesday reported under 30,000 new COVID-19 cases, marking the lowest single-day spike since March 16.

Prior to launch, Motorola Edge 20 Pro's render leaked

Motorola is all set to launch its Edge 20 series of smartphones in China on August 5.

OPPO Reno6 4G, with Snapdragon 720G chipset, announced in Indonesia

OPPO has launched the 4G version of its Reno6 smartphone in the Indonesian market. It carries a price-tag of IDR 5,199,000 (roughly Rs. 26,700).

Statistical analysis of Manchester United vs Liverpool rivalry

England's top-flight clubs Manchester United and Liverpool have one of the most fiercest and historical rivalries in place.

Aadhaar: No fingerprint, eye scan for children under 5 years

Fingerprints and eye scan are not required to apply for an Aadhaar card for children aged below five years, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) said.

Kriti Sanon birthday special: Celebrating her amazing friendship with Sushant

Finding someone who matches your frequency is crucial for surviving in the entertainment industry.

BUGATTI rolls out the final Rs. 43 crore-worth Divo hypercar

French automaker BUGATTI has announced that the production of the Divo hypercar has been completed. The final unit has left its factory in Molsheim, France, and is now making its way to a customer in Europe.

'Navarasa' trailer: This is going to be a masterpiece

Netflix finally dropped the trailer of its highly anticipated anthology series, Navarasa today.

TECNO POVA 2 to debut in India on August 2

TECNO is all set to launch its budget-range smartphone, the POVA 2, in India on August 2, an Amazon microsite has confirmed.

Nokia XR20, with IP68-rated rugged built and 5G support, launched

HMD Global has introduced its latest rugged handset, the Nokia XR20, with a price-tag of $550 (roughly Rs. 41,000).

Kriti Sanon's 'Mimi' deserves pat, but loses touch with reality

Kriti Sanon-led Mimi released four days early yesterday evening, amid reports of leaks on piracy sites.

Australia win ODI series against West Indies: Records broken

Australia won the decisive ODI against West Indies to seal the three-match series by a 2-1 margin.

Volkswagen to launch facelifted Tiguan SUV in the coming months

The facelifted Volkswagen Tiguan SUV, which was revealed in March this year, will be launched in India in the coming months. It will make its way to the markets after the Taigun is introduced.

IMD forecasts heavy rainfall for these states today

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted extremely heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and west Uttar Pradesh today.

Initiatives taken by Deepika Padukone toward betterment of mental health

Mental health was never given much importance before, but now thankfully, it has become a significant talking point.

Spike in rural unemployment; urban unemployment rises marginally: CMIE

Rural India is witnessing a spike in the weekly unemployment rate, according to data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE).

Next-generation SsangYong X200 SUV previewed in design sketches

South Korean automaker Ssangyong Motor Company (SMC) has revealed the design sketches of its next-generation SUV, codenamed X200. The vehicle will be based on the brand's 'Powered by Toughness' design philosophy.

LADA unveils Niva Bronto (facelift) SUV for the Russian market

Russian automaker LADA has unveiled the facelifted version of the Niva Bronto SUV in its home country. It will not be available in other markets.

Motorola Edge 20 series to feature a 108MP main camera

Motorola is all set to launch its Edge 20 series of smartphones in China on August 5. The line-up will include the vanilla Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro models. An Edge 20 Lite variant is also expected.

Off-road-biased Volkswagen Amarok W580X pick-up truck breaks cover

Volkswagen's Australian division has revealed a special edition of its Amarok pick-up truck, called the W580X. It will be up for grabs from April 2022.

Dry hair? These natural conditioners will control that dreaded frizz

Dry and damaged hair is hard to deal with and only a good conditioner can tame that dreadful frizz.