13 Aug 2021

PM Modi launches Vehicle Scrappage Policy. Here are key features

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched the National Vehicle Scrappage Policy, aiming to phase out unfit and polluting vehicles.

England vs India, 2nd Test: Visitors break Burns-Root partnership

After being reduced to 23/2, England saw Joe Root and Rory Burns put on a valiant 85-run stand to help the side lead a recovery against India on Day 2 of the second Test match at Lord's.

'Bhuj' review: This multi-starrer movie fails to soar, gets 1.5/5

Bhuj: The Pride of India dropped on Disney+ Hotstar today.

Is Leonardo DiCaprio's 'Don't Look Up' premiering this December?

Oscar-winner director Adam McKay's dark apocalyptic comedy Don't Look Up was scheduled to release in 2021, after being delayed from its original premiere date due to the pandemic.

Samsung teases Fold3 and Flip3's India launch for August 20

Samsung is likely to launch the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 in India on August 20.

Waiting for 'Dexter' S09 eagerly? Watch these shows in between

Dexter Morgan, our favorite serial killer, is returning!

SKODA commences deliveries of KUSHAQ's 1.5-liter TSI variant

Czech automaker SKODA has begun delivering the 1.5-liter TSI variant of its KUSHAQ SUV in India.

COVID-19 origin: China rejects further WHO probe, calls it 'political'

China on Friday rejected the World Health Organization's (WHO) request for a renewed probe into the origins of the COVID-19 outbreak.

'The Conversion' trailer: Love jihad, torturous in-laws and an activist

The trailer of Vinod Tiwari-directorial The Conversion got released recently.

First Test: India bowled out for 364; Anderson takes five-for

The Indian cricket team has been bowled out for 364 in the first innings of the ongoing second Test at Lord's.

Unmukt Chand retires from Indian cricket at 28

Former Indian Under-19 captain Unmukt Chand has retired from Indian cricket with immediate effect.

A few effective remedies to get rid of peeling feet

We are on our legs throughout the day and it is obvious that the feet will take a beating in the form of cracked heels, dryness and of course peeling.

Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone's 'Fighter' to release on Republic Day, 2023

Makers of Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone-starrer Fighter have locked a release date.

Easy calf stretches that you can add to your routine

Adopting indoor workout routines has become a necessity in the pandemic.

#HealthBytes: Factors to consider before buying a pulse oximeter

With increasing number of COVID-19 cases and many patients being advised home isolation, keeping a stock of essential healthcare devices for emergencies is mandatory.

Box breathing: Here's how you can practice the technique

Box breathing is a highly effective and calming breathing technique that is easy to learn and practice.

Maharashtra reports 3 deaths from Delta Plus, 1 in Mumbai

Maharashtra has reported three deaths from the relatively new Delta Plus variant of the coronavirus, including one in state capital Mumbai.

Confirmed: Sumona Chakravarti is back on 'The Kapil Sharma Show'

Sumona Chakravarti is back on The Kapil Sharma Show.

Virgil van Dijk signs new Liverpool deal until 2025

Premier League club Liverpool have been busy of late in getting several key players to sign contract extensions.

2021 Honda Amaze to be offered in four trims

Automaker Honda is gearing up to launch the 2021 version of its Amaze sedan in India on August 18.

Australian captain Aaron Finch expected to recover in 10 weeks

Australia's limited-overs captain Aaron Finch will take eight to 10 weeks to recover from his knee injury.

'Netrikann' review: Nayanthara-led thriller lives up to its hype

Tamil superstar Nayanthara-led thriller Netrikann dropped on Disney+ Hotstar today.

Serie A 2021-22: All that you need to know

The Serie A 2021-22 season is set to start from August 23 onwards.

Black Shark's upcoming gaming smartphone will boast Snapdragon 888+ processor

Chinese smartphone maker Black Shark is likely to launch its new gaming smartphone series, the Black Shark 5, soon.

HONOR X20 5G, with MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset, goes official

After unveiling its high-end Magic3 series, HONOR has launched a new mid-segment smartphone, dubbed X20 5G, in China.

'Sakhiyan 2.0' review: Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor's version is bearable

Akshay Kumar just dropped a peppy number from his upcoming movie, Bell Bottom.

Dominic Thiem vs Big Three: Here is a statistical comparison

World number six, Dominic Thiem, has been out of action lately due to a wrist injury.

Harley-Davidson Sportster S enters the Indian market

Harley-Davidson has announced its latest cruiser bike, the Sportster S, for the Indian market. To recall, it went official in the US last month.

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'Attack on democracy': Rahul Gandhi slams Twitter for locking account

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today slammed Twitter for locking his account on the social media platform.

Harry Kane vs Romelu Lukaku: Decoding the key stats

The Premier League 2021-22 season promises to be a cracking affair with Romelu Lukaku joining Chelsea.

Jamie to quit daughter Britney Spears's conservatorship, but conditions apply

The Princess of Pop can breathe now, albeit for sometime.

Government increases flight capacity; airfare to rise by 12%

The Civil Aviation Ministry has issued an order, allowing domestic airlines to increase flight capacity from 65% to 72.5%.

England vs India, Day 1: Records broken by KL Rahul

KL Rahul, on Thursday, slammed his sixth century in Test cricket.

Indian Premier League: MS Dhoni-led CSK depart for UAE

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings, on Friday, departed for the UAE as they gear up for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season.

2022 Kawasaki Vulcan S bike launched at Rs. 6.10 lakh

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the 2022 Vulcan S cruiser bike in the Indian market. It carries a price-tag of Rs. 6.10 lakh.

Samsung Galaxy A52s tipped to feature Snapdragon 778G processor

Samsung's upcoming A-series smartphone, the Galaxy A52s has appeared in various leaks. Now, in a new development, tipster Roland Quandt has shared key details of the phone, corroborating the previously leaked information.

As COVID-19 cases surge, Karnataka launches special pediatric camps

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has directed all concerned departments to set up pediatric camps across the state.

Romelu Lukaku re-joins Chelsea for £97.5m: Key transfer records scripted

Romelu Lukaku has re-joined Chelsea from Inter Milan for a club-record sum of £97.5m.

Vidya Balan, Shefali Shah coming together for 'Jalsa,' shoot begins

When two talented actresses come on board a project, it's always going to be a Jalsa!

1st Test, WI vs Pakistan: Key takeaways from Day 1

Day 1 of the first Test between the West Indies and Pakistan produced exciting cricket at Sabina Park, Kingston.

Pornography case: Abhijit Bhomble, director of Raj Kundra's company, nabbed

The pornography racket case involving businessman Raj Kundra, Shilpa Shetty Kundra's husband, has a new development.

Redmi 10 spotted on NBTC certification site; launch imminent

Redmi is expected to launch a new budget-range smartphone, the Redmi 10, soon.

Afghanistan: Taliban captures Kandahar as clashes continue

The Taliban has captured Kandahar, Afghanistan's second-largest city, marking the latest jolt to the country's government in a matter of days, officials confirmed on Friday.

Now, students will be less distracted on Zoom: Here's why

Amid the pandemic, the single most important company Zoom has now taken steps to ensure children attending classes online on its platform don't get distracted while the teacher can monitor the classroom.

#HealthBytes: Five 'no equipment' exercises for strong legs

Strong legs are not just for those who train for marathons, they are important for everyone to carry on with daily activities.

Samsung Galaxy A03s appears on Google Play Console listing

Samsung is gearing up to launch a new Galaxy A03s budget-friendly smartphone in multiple markets, including India.

Volkswagen Taigun to be launched in India in September

Volkswagen will reveal the prices of the Taigun SUV in India in the third week of September, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, has told carandbike.

iQOO 8 spotted on Indian IMEI database; launch imminent

Ahead of the August 17 launch of the iQOO 8 series in China, the vanilla iQOO 8 model has been spotted on the Indian IMEI database by tipster Mukul Sharma.

12 Aug 2021

2nd Test, England vs India: Visitors dominate Day 1 proceedings

The Indian cricket team is in a comfortable position against England on Day 1 of the second Test at Lord's on Thursday.

Aprilia RS 660 may be launched in India next week

Italian automaker Aprilia is expected to launch its RS 660 motorbike in India on August 19, alongside the 75th edition Vespa. It should be available in three shades.

Facebook Dating rolling out these three new features: Details here

Taking a break from Metaverses to come back to real-world products, Mark Zuckerberg-led Facebook has finally decided to give the company's dating platform some new features.

England vs India, 2nd Test: KL Rahul smashes a ton

Indian cricket team opener KL Rahul hit a defiant century on Day 1 of the second Test against England at Lord's.

HONOR announces Magic3 series with flagship-grade hardware and promising cameras

HONOR has launched its high-end Magic3 series of smartphones. The line-up starts at €899 (roughly Rs. 78,300) and includes three models: Magic3, Magic3 Pro, and Magic3 Pro+.

Asia's oldest football tournament Durand Cup set to return

Asia's oldest football tournament, Durand Cup, is set to return after a year.

World Elephant Day: Movies where the cute jumbos are important

Elephants are extremely important for maintaining nature's balance, and to raise awareness about them, we have the World Elephant Day.

Realme Narzo 10 receives Android 11 stable update in India

Realme has started releasing the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 stable update for the Narzo 10 in India.

Production-ready Pininfarina Battista debuts with a 1,900hp electric powertrain

Mahindra-owned Pininfarina has unveiled the production model of its zero-emission Battista electric hypercar at the Monterey Car Week in California.

'Bade Achche Lagte Hain 2' promo: Was it needed though?

Producer Ekta Kapoor just dropped the first promo of Bade Achche Lagte Hain 2.

US Open 2021: Key numbers of Serena Williams

World number 20, Serena Williams, on Wednesday, pulled out of impending Cincinnati Open in order to recover from the leg injury she suffered at Wimbledon.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Decoding the impact of different tennis courts

The game of tennis is played on different types of courts.

Chinese media quotes 'inexistent' biologist to back COVID-19 origin study

Chinese media has removed comments of a Swiss biologist on reports about the origin of COVID-19 after the Switzerland Embassy in China questioned whether the biologist even existed.

Booking amount for Simple One e-scooter set at Rs. 1,947

Simple Energy will launch its Simple One electric scooter in India on August 15.

Tired of cakey makeup? You might be overlooking these factors

So, you finally have your hands on that dream foundation that claims to do wonders!

Turner & Hooch' episode four review: Turner's love triangle begins

Episode four of Turner & Hooch titled In the Line of Fur is currently streaming.

Realme GT Master Edition may support MagDart magnetic wireless fast-charging

Realme will launch the GT Master Edition smartphone in India on August 18.

Opposition says outsiders thrashed women MPs in Parliament; government denies

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday led the Opposition's protest against the manhandling of MPs, including women, in Parliament.

Home remedies that work to remove dark spots on face

Hyperpigmentation or dark spots are a common occurrence and can be due to several reasons, including acne scars and excessive sun exposure.

POCO acknowledges F3 GT's overheating issue; fix on the way

POCO had announced its gaming-centric F3 GT smartphone in India in July. Over the past few weeks, several users have reported an overheating issue while using the handset.

These styling tips can make your hair appear thicker

Tried everything to grow back your thick mane but nothing worked? Does your hair look unhealthy and thin?

Afghanistan proposes power-sharing deal with Taliban to end violence: Report

The Afghan government has reportedly proposed a power-sharing deal with the Taliban in exchange for an end to the violence that has killed thousands of civilians.

2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 to debut on August 27

Royal Enfield will launch the 2021 Classic 350 motorbike in India on August 27, according to Autocar. Previously, it was rumored to debut on August 31.

Dulquer Salmaan, Sunny Deol collaborating for R Balki's first thriller

Filmmaker R Balki is back on the director's seat after his National Award-winning movie, Pad Man (2018).

#NewsBytesExclusive: How the Russian start-up JuicyScore strategizes credit fraud prevention

With a presence in over 20 countries in just five years of starting-up, JuicyScore is a sophisticated risk management and fraud prevention solution for financial institutions.

Samsung Galaxy A12 gets an Exynos 850-powered variant in India

Expanding its portfolio of budget smartphones, Samsung has launched a new variant for its Galaxy A12 model, which went official in India in February this year.

#HealthBytes: A few important health benefits of black plums

Jamuns or black plums are a favorite among both kids and adults and their versatility allows us to make delicious jams, milkshakes, fruit salads and juices.

Omega Zoro and Fiare electric scooters break cover in India

Omega Seiki Mobility has unveiled its Zoro and Fiare electric scooters in India. Their bookings will start by the end of this month.

If 'The Kissing Booth 4' happens, what can you expect?

Netflix's The Kissing Booth 3 released yesterday, to mixed reviews.

2021 Ducati XDiavel motorbike goes official at Rs. 18 lakh

Italian automaker Ducati has launched its XDiavel motorcycle in India. It starts at Rs. 18 lakh and is available in two variants: Dark and Black Star.

South Africa name squads for limited-overs series against Sri Lanka

South Africa have named their limited-overs squads for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka.

Another Opposition union as Sonia Gandhi plans meet next week

After Opposition parties put up a united front in Parliament, Congress interim President Sonia Gandhi has reportedly planned a get-together of Opposition leaders.

England vs India, 2nd Test: Joe Root elects to field

England and India are squaring off in the second Test of five-match series at Lord's, London.

La Liga 2021-22: All that you need to know

The 2021-22 season of La Liga is set to start this weekend with a lot of excitement missing since the exit of Barcelona legend Lionel Messi.

Huawei P50 Pro tops DXOMARK's display ranking; beats S21 Ultra

Huawei's newly-launched P50 Pro smartphone has surpassed the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra by two points to bag the first position in DXOMARK's display ranking.

MG Hector's Shine variant debuts at Rs. 14.52 lakh

MG Motor has launched a new Shine variant for its Hector SUV in India. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 14.52 lakh, and is positioned between the Super and Smart trims.

Coronavirus: India reports over 41K new cases; 57% in Kerala

India on Thursday reported over 41,000 new COVID-19 cases, up by 7.41% compared to the previous day.

2022 Kawasaki Z650 launched in India at Rs. 6.24 lakh

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the 2022 iteration of its Z650 motorbike in India.

Motorola Edge 20 series tipped to start at Rs. 21,500

Motorola's Edge 20 and Edge 20 Fusion will go official in India on August 17.

'Shershaah' review: Sidharth's attempt to honor Vikram Batra is commendable

Independence Day week has begun with the release of Sidharth Malhotra's Shershaah, in which he plays India's war hero Vikram Batra.

Premier League 2021-22: Decoding the contenders for the Golden Boot

The Premier League 2021-22 season will be starting this weekend.

Congress leaders', party's official Twitter accounts locked; party slams Modi

The Indian National Congress on Thursday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Twitter accounts of the party and several of its leaders were locked.

Interiors of the Mahindra XUV700 showcased via a teaser video

Mahindra will unveil its 3-row XUV700 SUV in India on August 14. Now, the company has revealed the interior details of the car via a teaser video.

Injury rules Rafael Nadal out of Cincinnati Open

Spanish ace Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the impending Cincinnati Open due to an injury on his left foot.

OnePlus releases Android 11 stable update for 6 and 6T

After three Open Beta builds, OnePlus has finally started releasing the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 stable update for the 6 and 6T smartphones.

Himachal landslide: Death toll reaches 13; search underway for missing

The death toll in the Himachal Pradesh landslide climbed to 13 on Thursday after more dead bodies were recovered early morning.

Tata Altroz receives a price-hike of up to Rs. 20,000

Tata Motors has increased the prices of its Altroz hatchback in India. All the variants except the XE (diesel) have become costlier by up to Rs. 20,000.

Daniil Medvedev vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Decoding the key stats

Daniil Medvedev and Stefanos Tsitsipas have done remarkably well of late in the men's singles tennis circuit.

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Twitter has introduced new fonts, and users aren't happy

Noticed anything different on Twitter recently? Well, it's intentional. The microblogging platform's Design department announced that alongside a host of tweaks to the web client and mobile app, Twitter has now switched to using its first proprietary font called Chirp.

Variant details of the Hyundai i20 N Line hatchback leaked

Hyundai will unveil the N Line version of its i20 hatchback in India later this year.

Chelsea beat Villarreal on penalties to win UEFA Super Cup

Chelsea beat Villarreal 6-5 on penalties to lift the UEFA Super Cup after an intense 120 minutes of football.

GSLV-F10 mission not accomplished fully due to performance anomaly: ISRO

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said on Thursday that its mission to place Earth Observation Satellite EOS-03 by a GSLV rocket could not be fully accomplished due to "performance anomaly."

India to get new 'eye in the sky': Details here

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced that the countdown to the launch of India's "eye in the sky" began on Wednesday.

Discounts worth up to Rs. 2.55 lakh on Mahindra cars

In order to increase sales this month, Mahindra has announced benefits of up to Rs. 2.55 lakh on its popular offerings such as the XUV300, Marazzo, Scorpio, and XUV500.

Moto G60s, with Helio G95 chipset and 50W fast-charging, launched

Lenovo-owned Motorola has launched its latest G-series smartphone, dubbed as the Moto G60s. It carries a price-tag of BRL 2,499 (approximately Rs. 35,800) and is available for purchase in Brazil.

BMW

2022 BMW iX3 debuts with M Sport Package as standard

BMW has introduced the 2022 model of its iX3 electric car with a few cosmetic tweaks both inside and out.

Samsung releases Android 11 update for Galaxy A10 in India

Samsung has started releasing the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update for the Galaxy A10 smartphone in India.