01 Aug 2021

Skin fasting: Does it really help clear your skin?

Trust the beauty industry to come up with interesting trends every now and then.

Kigelia Africana: The African ingredient that's popular in modern-day skincare

Are you trying everything within your means to make your skin healthy and gorgeous, but nothing seems to be doing the magic?

Useful tips to make your child's virtual learning more productive

With online learning becoming the new way of schooling, both parents and children are figuring out ways to adapt to virtual learning sessions.

BMW C 400 GT teased ahead of launch in India

Prior to its launch in India this festive season, German automaker BMW Motorrad has teased its C 400 GT maxi-style scooter. Its unofficial bookings are already open.

#HealthBytes: Top reasons why standing desk is good for you

"Sitting is the new smoking," goes a saying and we couldn't agree more.

#HealthBytes: What is postpartum depression? Causes, symptoms, and treatment

Postpartum depression is a serious disorder that follows about 15% of births.

Aloe vera oil: Benefits, DIY recipe, everything to know

Loaded with essential nutrients like vitamins, amino acids, and minerals, aloe vera is a popular ingredient in hair care.

Samsung opens up early reservations page for Galaxy Z Fold3

Samsung is all set to launch the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 smartphones on August 11 at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event.

BJP's Babul Supriyo hits out at Dilip Ghosh over retirement

A day after making headlines with his sudden decision to retire from politics, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Babul Supriyo Sunday targeted West Bengal BJP chief Dilip Ghosh for the latter's comment on his retirement.

Ahead of launch, Realme 8s renders and specifications leaked

Realme is expected to launch a new 8-series 5G smartphone, the Realme 8s, in India soon.

Website impersonating Brave browser caught distributing malware via Google ads

Recently, bad actors were caught using Google ads to promote a malware-laden website that impersonated the official website for the Brave browser.

Have dark lips? These effective remedies will help lighten them

Dark lips are often caused due to a range of lifestyle factors such as smoking, overexposure to the sun, and lack of hydration, and this condition can affect almost anyone.

Hockey: India beat Great Britain 3-1, advance to semi-finals

The Indian men's hockey team claimed a comprehensive victory over Great Britain in the quarter-finals of Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Meet a more mature Billie Eilish in 'Happier Than Ever'

Billie Eilish finally dropped her second album titled Happier Than Ever.

KTM

New-generation KTM RC 390 motorcycle revealed in leaked images

KTM is expected to launch its new-generation RC 390 motorcycle in India in the coming weeks. Its unofficial bookings have already started.

Prior to launch, Samsung Galaxy Buds2's price in Europe leaked

Samsung is expected to launch its latest Galaxy Buds2 TWS earphones at the Galaxy Unpacked event on August 11 alongside the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 smartphones.

India assumes UNSC August Presidency; to organize 3 key meetings

India on Sunday took over the rotational Presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month of August.

Tokyo Olympics: PV Sindhu gives India second medal, wins bronze

Indian shuttler PV Sindhu clinched the bronze medal in the ongoing Tokyo 2020 Olympics after beating China's He Bingjiao (women's singles).

TVS Ntorq 125 launched at around Rs. 1.4L in Nepal

TVS Motor Company has launched its Ntorq 125 scooter in Nepal. It is up for grabs in five variants.

Tokyo Olympics: Alexander Zverev wins gold after beating Karen Khachanov

Germany's Alexander Zverev, on Sunday, secured the gold medal after defeating Karen Khachanov 6-3, 6-1 in the men's singles final at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Report suggests Xbox Series X restock likely in India soon

Earlier this month, when Microsoft presented its earnings report, CEO Satya Nadella said that the Xbox Series X and S were the company's "fastest-selling consoles ever."

Celebrating this Friendship Day with some 'hatke' onscreen friendships

Be it Jai-Veeru or Munna-Circuit, films have gifted us some solid friendships and heartwarming bonds.

Huawei launches its largest V-series 98-inch Smart Screen TV

As an addition to its V-series of TVs, Huawei has launched its latest 98-inch Smart Screen TV in China. Priced at CNY 29,999 (roughly Rs. 3.45 lakh), this is the company's largest smart TV to date.

Over 6,000 bookings for the SKODA KUSHAQ SUV in India

In a proud moment for Czech automaker SKODA, its bestselling KUSHAQ compact SUV has received over 6,000 bookings in India since its launch in June.

Mizoram to 'relook' FIR against Assam CM after inter-state violence

After the Mizoram Police named Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in an FIR related to an inter-state border row, the Mizoram government Sunday said that it will review the case.

I played with the help of medications during Olympics: Djokovic

World number one Novak Djokovic has stated that he competed at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with several injuries.

Simple home remedies that can help fade age-old scars

Scars are a reason for low self-confidence among many young people.

RRR

'Dosti': First song from Ram Charan-Jr. NTR's 'RRR' celebrates friendship

Director SS Rajamouli on Sunday released the first song from his upcoming magnum opus Roudram Ranam Rudhiram (RRR) on the occasion of International Friendship Day.

2021 Maruti Suzuki Celerio hatchback previewed in spy images

Maruti Suzuki is expected to launch its new-generation Celerio hatchback in India this month.

Apple boots 'Tinder for anti-vaxxers' off the App Store

Mainstream dating platforms, including Tinder and Bumble, have teamed up with government agencies to encourage users to get vaccinated.

Pegasus row: Rs. 133 crore loss from 'non-functioning' of Parliament

As the Opposition's continued protests over the Pegasus snooping scandal have stalled the functioning of Parliament, reports said the impasse is causing massive loss to the public exchequer.

George Bailey named Australian men's team chairman of selectors

George Bailey has been named the new chairman of the National Selection Panel following the retirement of Trevor Hohns.

Mi MIX 4 will not boot MIUI 13 user interface

Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Mi MIX 4 smartphone in August this year.

Taapsee birthday special: Times when she opined her views fearlessly

Taapsee Pannu is one of the leading actors in the industry today.

Is jaggery better than sugar? A comparison of health benefits

Jaggery or gur is a common substitute for sugar in Indian households and is made by evaporating the water from sugarcane or date palm.

Aprilia Tuareg 660 breaks cover; India launch likely next year

Italian automaker Aprilia has revealed its Tuareg 660 adventure touring motorbike. It should arrive in India next year.

Decoding the career stats of Australia's Ashleigh Barty

Ashleigh Barty and John Peers claimed the mixed-doubles bronze medal through a walkover over Nina Stojanovic and Novak Djokovic at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Coronavirus: India reports over 40K cases for 5th straight day

India on Sunday reported nearly 42,000 new COVID-19 cases, the fifth consecutive day that infections stayed above 40,000.

Unpleasant body odor? These home remedies are the perfect solution

Strong body odor and smelly underarms are common problems faced by many people across every age group.

Tokyo Olympics: Elaine Thompson-Herah breaks Griffith Joyner's 33-year-old record

Elaine Thompson-Herah, on Saturday, broke the 33-year-old record of Florence Griffith Joyner in the women's 100 meters at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Top reasons why you should add watermelon to skincare routine

There are very few foods that can be as refreshing as juicy watermelons.

Pakistan beat West Indies in second T20I: Records broken

Pakistan bowled well to defend their 157-run total against the West Indies in the second T20I in Guyana.

'Dhoop Ki Deewar' review: Sara, Vishal start developing romantic feelings

The eleventh and twelfth episodes of the Haseeb Hasan-directorial Dhoop Ki Deewar were released on ZEE5 Friday.

Zongshen 150R mini bike goes official in China: Details here

Chinese automaker Zongshen has unveiled the 150R semi-faired motorcycle in its home country. Its debut in India seems unlikely.

POCO X3 smartphones in India receive Android 11 update

Xiaomi-backed POCO has rolled out the Android 11 "Stable Beta" update for its X3 smartphone in India.

KYMCO Like 150 S launched at around Rs. 2.5 lakh

Taiwanese automaker KYMCO has launched its Like 150 S scooter in Australia. It is unlikely to arrive in India.

A few life hacks to master before turning 30

It is likely that in our 20s, we were that friend who everyone would come to for life advice.

31 Jul 2021

Redmi Note 10S Starlight Purple color variant debuts in Malaysia

Redmi has launched a new color variant, dubbed Starlight Purple, for its Note 10S smartphone in Malaysia. It joins the existing Onyx Gray, Ocean Blue, and Pebble White shades.

Samsung Galaxy A03s support page goes live; India launch imminent

Samsung's next A-series smartphone, the Galaxy A03s, is likely to go official in India soon. In the latest development, the support page of the handset has appeared on the Samsung India website, with model number SM-A037F/DS.

OnePlus 10 Pro appears in renders; in-display selfie camera expected

OnePlus might be planning to launch its next flagship series, the OnePlus 10 line-up, in early 2022.

Mi 12 tipped to offer LPDDR5X RAM, Snapdragon 898 chipset

Xiaomi is working on its next flagship smartphone, which could be the Mi 12. In the latest development, it has been tipped that the handset will feature the recently released LPDDR5X RAM and the yet-to-be-revealed Snapdragon 898 processor.

Kartik's 'Freddy' shoot begins tomorrow, film might get direct-to-digital release

Kartik Aaryan will begin shooting for his upcoming dark romantic thriller Freddy on August 1 in Mumbai.

'Six Suspects' first-look: Richa Chadha-Pratik Gandhi to solve 'murkiest murder'

Disney+ Hotstar will soon premiere Richa Chadha and Pratik Gandhi's upcoming web series, titled Six Suspects.

Marvel's 'Hawkeye' set to drop on Disney+ this November

Disney++ has announced the release date of the Marvel Cinematic Universe show, Hawkeye. It is set to drop on the platform on November 24.

Ahead of launch, Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet (facelift) found testing

German automaker Volkswagen is expected to unveil its facelifted T‑Roc Cabriolet convertible SUV next year.

'Better Call Saul' star Bob Odenkirk will be back soon!

Breaking Bad spinoff Better Call Saul's actor Bob Odenkirk tweeted an update about his health.

Zongshen Cyclone RE3 250 debuts at around Rs. 2.6 lakh

Chinese automaker Zongshen has unveiled the Cyclone RE3 250 cafe racer motorcycle in its home country.

Realme Pad receives IMDA certification; camera specifications leaked

Realme is working on releasing its first tablet, the Realme Pad, soon. In the latest development, the device has been spotted on Singapore's IMDA certification platform, revealing its connectivity features.

'Captain India': 'Operation Yemen' makers accuse Kartik Aaryan-starrer of plagiarism

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has recently unveiled the first poster of his next film, Captain India.

BJP's Babul Supriyo 'quits politics'. Is he joining another party?

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Babul Supriyo on Saturday announced on social media that he is quitting politics.

ZTE

ZTE Axon 30 set for a global debut in September

ZTE is gearing up to launch its Axon 30 smartphone in the global markets in September, as reportedly confirmed by the company. The handset has been tipped to be offered in Europe, Asia Pacific, North America, Middle East, and Africa.

Hyundai Stargazer to break cover in 2022; will rival Ertiga

As a rival to Ertiga, South Korean automaker Hyundai will unveil a new MPV codenamed KS in Indonesia next year.

Bipedal robot Cassie runs five kilometers on single charge, untethered

A team of engineers from the Dynamics Robotics Laboratory at the Oregon State University (OSU) revealed that their bipedal robot, called Cassie, has successfully run five kilometers on a single charge without being tethered.

2020 Tokyo Olympics, Day 8: Complete report

It was a disappointing day for India at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

2020 Tokyo Olympics: Belinda Bencic wins women's singles final

Switzerland's Belinda Bencic pocketed the gold medal after winning the women's singles tennis clash on Saturday at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Apple advises against using bitterant-coated replacement batteries for AirTag

Apple's AirTag object trackers released earlier this year are expected to last at least a year on the factory-issue battery and users may not need to look for replacements soon. However, when they do, they must steer clear of bitterant-coated ones.

Coronavirus: India's 7-day average COVID-19 cases cross 40,000

The seven-day average of COVID-19 cases in India has crossed 40,000 once again.

Raj Kundra scandal responsible for 'Hungama 2' being flop show?

Shilpa Shetty recently returned to the silver screen after over 13 years with Hungama 2.

Design elements of new Yamaha YZF-R3 revealed in spy images

Japanese automaker Yamaha should launch the new-generation version of its YZF-R3 motorbike in India next year.

Will WhatsApp Web be axed after multi-device support is launched?

WhatsApp recently announced that it would bring multi-device support so users can send and receive messages independently from up to four devices.

Happy Birthday, Kiara: When she risked backlash with masturbation scene

Actress Kiara Advani is currently gearing up for the release of the Kargil War film Shershaah.

Statistical analysis of Manchester City vs Liverpool rivalry

Manchester City have been a force in the Premier League for more than a decade now.

Huge section of Delhi road caves in near IIT

A huge section of a road near the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in south Delhi caved on Saturday.

Facebook and Google mandate employee vaccination before returning to offices

Employers around the world have taken the onus to vaccinate their employees against the contagious COVID-19 disease. In the US, tech giants such as Google and Facebook also had plans to reopen office spaces.

2020 Tokyo Olympics: Tai Tzu-ying beats PV Sindhu in semi-final

Chinese Taipei's ace shuttler Tai Tzu-ying beat India's PV Sindhu in the badminton women's singles semi-final clash on Saturday at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Netflix renews 'Sweet Tooth' for Season 2; storyline revealed?

Netflix has renewed Sweet Tooth for another season!

Here's how to use Low Power Mode on your Mac

Around a month ago, Apple released the public beta version of macOS Monterey. Besides a slew of useful features, the updated operating system features a Low Power Mode that can be used on MacBooks.

Is George Clooney's wife Amal pregnant with twins? Representative responds

Back in 2017, George Clooney and his wife Amal Clooney welcomed their twins—Ella and Alexander.

Makers drop Nayanthara's 'Netrikann' trailer, trends at #1 on YouTube

Disney+ Hotstar dropped the trailer for Nayanthara's upcoming thriller Netrikann on Thursday and it immediately managed to grab eyeballs.

Apple releases zero-day security vulnerability patch for Macs, iPhones, iPads

Last week, Apple released the iOS version 14.7 update for iPhones. However, it accidentally interrupted the "Unlock with iPhone" feature that Apple Watch users relied on to access the wearable.

Researchers demonstrate that malware can be concealed in neural networks

In our pursuit to develop better software that powers our everyday lives, we seem to have forgotten that malware can be hidden in almost anything that runs on a computer.

2020 Tokyo Olympics: Busta downs Djokovic to win bronze medal

Spain's Pablo Carreno Busta downed the world's number one, Novak Djokovic, in the men's singles tennis bronze medal match at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics on Saturday.

Jawa RVM 500 adventure bike, with 471cc engine, breaks cover

Czech automaker Jawa has revealed its RVM 500 adventure-touring motorbike based on the Bristol Venturi 500. Its debut in India seems unlikely.

NIA raids in J&K after air base blast, terror case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is leading raids across locations in Jammu and Kashmir.

'Cruella's Emma Stone considering suing Disney; Emily Blunt might join

After Scarlett Johansson, the star of Marvel's Black Widow, rocked Hollywood with her lawsuit against Disney comes the turn of Emma Stone.

New Royal Enfield Himalayan spied on test; design details revealed

Chennai-based Royal Enfield is expected to unveil an affordable version of its Himalayan adventure bike soon.

Tokyo Olympics: Simone Biles withdraws from two more events

American gymnast Simone Biles has decided to withdraw from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic event finals in the vault and uneven bars.

Kiara birthday special: Films in which you'll see her next

Bollywood actress Kiara Advani has her kitty full with big banner projects as she turns 29 today.

Fake Windows 11 installer files caught installing Trojans and adware

Earlier this year, Microsoft announced the discontinuation of Windows 10 as it launched its successor, Windows 11. At present, the operating system is exclusively available through the Developer channel of the Windows Insider Program.

Assam-Mizoram border dispute: Both states' officials, including Assam CM, booked

The Assam-Mizoram border dispute is worsening by the day and the issue has taken a new turn as both states have now booked each other's top officials.

Union Minister calls Pegasus scandal 'non-issue'; says Opposition's behavior 'unfortunate'

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Prahlad Joshi Friday said the Pegasus spyware controversy was a "non-issue" and the government will only discuss issues related to people.

Ahead of elections, new ministers to embark on three-day yatra

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is gearing up for its upcoming three-day-long Jan Ashirwad Yatra, which will see newly-inducted ministers being paraded across states to introduce them to the public.

WI vs Pakistan: Azam Khan ruled out of two T20Is

Pakistan middle-order batsman Azam Khan has been ruled out of the second and third T20Is against West Indies after sustaining a head injury during a training session.

SLC bans Dickwella, Mendis, and Gunathilaka for one year

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has banned cricketers Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Mendis, and Niroshan Dickwella from all forms of international cricket for one year for breaching the bio-secure bubble during the white-ball tour of England last month.

Amid Pegasus row, LS rushes 5 bills in 44 mins

The Monsoon Session of Parliament has seen repeated disruptions amid protests by the Opposition over the Pegasus spyware controversy.

Toyota Innova Crysta will become costlier starting August 1

Toyota will increase the prices of its Innova Crysta MPV in India with effect from August 1 this year, as per an official announcement.

OnePlus Nord CE 5G's latest update brings camera improvements

OnePlus has started releasing its latest OxygenOS 11.0.5.5 update for the Nord CE 5G smartphone in India.

Ahead of launch, Tata Tiago NRG's (facelift) spy images leaked

Tata Motors is gearing up to launch the facelifted version of its Tiago NRG on August 4. In the latest development, spy shots of the car have surfaced online.

KTM

2021 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S goes official in Malaysia

KTM has launched the third-generation model of its 1290 Super Adventure S motorbike in Malaysia. To recall, it was unveiled in January this year.