3rd Test, Day 1: England on top against sorry India
The England cricket team is on top against a depleted India on Day 1 of the third Test at Edgbaston in Leeds.
China holds first diplomatic talk with Taliban; communication 'open, effective'
A day after holding its first diplomatic talk with the Taliban representative, China on Wednesday said its communication with the Taliban is "open and effective."
Facebook spotted testing voice, video calling using main app again
Mark Zuckerberg-led Facebook first created Messenger as a spin-off in 2011 and officially transferred support for voice and video calls from the main Facebook app to it in 2014.
Google's Smart Reply suggestions now available for comments on Docs
Google's Smart Reply feature, which was first launched for Gmail, lets people quickly select an appropriate response to the emails they receive and expand on it appropriately.
Is Sonu Sood running for Mumbai Mayor? 'Dabangg' actor responds
Will we get to see actor Sonu Sood become Mumbai Mayor in real life?
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE spotted on Google Play Console
Samsung seems to be gearing up to launch the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone in the coming weeks.
England vs India, 3rd Test: Visitors bowled out for 78
The Indian cricket team has been bowled out by England on Day 1 of the third Test at Headingley in Leeds.
Supreme Court to pass comprehensive order on Pegasus next week
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that it will pass a comprehensive order on the Pegasus surveillance scandal next week.
'Pinch' S02 episode-6 review: Kiara responds to being called 'ghamandi'
The sixth episode of Arbaaz Khan's innovative talk show, Pinch, welcomed Kiara Advani as the guest.
Pakistan serving as Taliban's support base: Afghanistan's acting President
Afghanistan's former Vice President Amrullah Saleh slammed Pakistan for providing "service" and "aid" to the Taliban.
From heaviest to lightest baby: A list of record-breaking births
Childbirth is a miracle unto itself.
2021 Tata Tigor EV to be launched in three variants
The 2021 Tata Tigor EV, which was revealed in India last week, will be launched on August 31. It will be up for grabs in three trims: XM, XZ+, and XZ+ DT.
ED summons Rakul Preet Singh, Ravi Teja and Rana Daggubati
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued summons to top Telugu stars and director in a four-year-old drugs case.
POCO M2 receives Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 update in India
Xiaomi has started releasing its latest Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 update for the POCO M2 smartphone in India.
eBikeGo Rugged scooter goes official in India at Rs. 80,000
Electric two-wheeler mobility platform eBikeGo has launched its 'Rugged' e-scooter in India. Its price starts at Rs. 79,999 and is available in two trims: G1 and G1+.
Moto G50 5G, with Dimensity 700 chipset, launched in Australia
Motorola has announced a new G-series smartphone, called the Moto G50 5G, in the Australian market.
Vivo X70 Pro appears in new renders; design details revealed
Vivo is expected to launch its X70 series of smartphones in India in September this year. The line-up could include the vanilla X70 and X70 Pro models.
KRK calls Manoj Bajpayee 'Charsi, Ganjedi,' Bajpayee files a case
Manoj Bajpayee is an angry man!
HP Spectre x360 14 laptop launched at Rs. 1.2 lakh
Expanding its portfolio of convertible laptops, HP has launched a new Spectre x360 14 model in India at a starting price of Rs. 1,19,999.
Man seals private parts with adhesive to avoid pregnancy; dies
A 25-year-old man in Gujarat allegedly died after using a strong epoxy adhesive to seal his private parts instead of using a condom during sex.
Google Pixel Buds A-Series goes on sale in India
Google Pixel Buds A-Series, which was launched in India last week, has gone on sale in the country.
2022 Punjab polls under Amarinder Singh's leadership: Congress' Harish Rawat
Indian National Congress' Punjab in-charge Harish Rawat reiterated on Wednesday that the party will contest the 2022 Punjab Assembly elections under the leadership of Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh.
2021 US Open: Records Novak Djokovic can script
World number one men's singles tennis player Novak Djokovic will be vying for the 2021 US Open crown.
England vs India, 3rd Test: Virat Kohli elects to bat
England and India are set to play the third Test match, starting in Leeds on Wednesday.
Mazda MX-30 EV, with 161km range, launched in the US
Japanese automaker Mazda has launched the MX-30 SUV in the US. It is available in standard and Premium Plus variants, and the bookings are underway.
ICC Test Rankings: Shaheen Afridi moves into the top 10
Pakistan cricket team pacer Shaheen Afridi has moved into the top 10 in the ICC Test Rankings for Bowlers.
Opel Rocks-e EV, with 75km range, revealed in three trims
German automaker Opel has revealed the world's first 'Sustainable Urban Mobility' (SUM) vehicle, called the Rocks-e. It is available in three trims: Base, Klub, and TeKno.
'Monsters Inside' trailer: Netflix's docuseries deals with 24-faced serial rapist
Netflix is not letting true crime fans go unfed.
Realme 8 gets Dynamic RAM Expansion feature via latest update
Realme has started releasing a new OTA (over-the-air) update for the Realme 8 smartphone in India.
Narayan Rane granted bail at midnight; court says arrest 'justified'
Union Minister Narayan Rane was granted bail around midnight on Tuesday, hours after the police arrested him for his "slap" remark against Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
Officer who stopped Salman wasn't penalized, but 'rewarded,' CISF clarifies
Reports of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) seizing the mobile phone of the officer who stopped Salman Khan at Mumbai Airport for a mandatory security check had surfaced yesterday.
COVID-19 may be entering endemic stage. What does it mean?
Coronavirus in India might be entering the "endemic stage," World Health Organization's (WHO) Chief Scientist Dr. Soumya Swaminathan said in an interview with The Wire.
Christian Bale to lead/produce 'The Church of the Living Dangerously'
New Regency has bought the film rights to David Kushner's famous 2019 article for Vanity Fair, titled The Church of the Living Dangerously.
Jorginho vs Fabinho: Decoding the key statistics
Jorginho has been a key asset for Chelsea since joining the club from Napoli in 2018.
Flight evacuated after a passenger's Samsung smartphone catches fire
An Alaska Airlines plane, flying from New Orleans to Seattle, was reportedly evacuated on an emergency basis after a Samsung Galaxy A21 caught fire inside the flight's cabin.
Is this how much Sidharth Malhotra, others charged for 'Shershaah'?
Just when everyone thought Sidharth Malhotra has lost his sparkle, he proved all wrong with his nuanced portrayal as Captain Vikram Batra in Shershaah.
Coronavirus: India reports 37K+ cases; daily infections surpass recoveries again
India on Wednesday reported roughly 37,600 new COVID-19 cases, surpassing the number of daily recoveries (over 34,000).
Samsung Galaxy M32 5G debuts in India at Rs. 21,000
Expanding its portfolio of 5G smartphones, Samsung has announced the Galaxy M32 5G handset in India.
2021 Ducati SuperSport 950 to be launched in India soon
Italian automaker Ducati is expected to launch its 2021 SuperSport 950 motorbike in India in the coming weeks. To recall, it was unveiled in November last year.
OnePlus Nord 2 Go Green Woods variant's sale starts tomorrow
OnePlus Nord 2 5G's 'Go Green Woods' color variant will go on sale in India tomorrow i.e. August 26 at 12pm.
Afghanistan crisis: 16 of 78 new evacuees test COVID-19 positive
Sixteen of the 78 evacuees from Afghanistan, who had landed in India on Tuesday, have tested positive for the coronavirus, reports say.
2022 Porsche Taycan, with new colors and tech features, launched
Porsche has revealed the 2022 version of its Taycan EV in the US. It will arrive at dealerships by the end of this year.
Pakistan beat West Indies in second Test: Records broken
The Pakistan cricket team beat West Indies by 109 runs to win the second Test at Kingston in Jamaica.
Realme GT 5G's first sale in India today at 12pm
Realme GT 5G, which went official in the Indian market last week, is all set to go on its first sale today.
Afghanistan: Biden says he's sticking to August 31 withdrawal deadline
United States President Joe Biden on Tuesday said he wants to stick to the August 31 deadline for pullout from Afghanistan.
Finally we know 'Matrix-4' will be called 'The Matrix: Resurrections'
The CinemaCon audience was one lucky crowd!
Hair gel addiction? Reasons why it's more harm than good
Hair gels are styling formulae that are used to fashion the hair in different ways or to set the tresses in a particular way.
2022 Volkswagen Jetta, with refreshed looks and two engines, revealed
German automaker Volkswagen has revealed the 2022 version of its Jetta compact sedan. It is available in five trims: S, Sport, SE, SEL, and GLI.
Xiaomi tipped to launch Redmi Note 10 Lite in India
Xiaomi is working to introduce a new Redmi Note 10 Lite smartphone in India, according to tipster Kacper Skrzypek.
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G's promotional poster spotted in India
Samsung had unveiled the Galaxy A52s 5G smartphone in the UK last week. Now, a promotional poster of the handset has been spotted in India, hinting at its imminent launch in the country.
Nokia G50 accidentally teased on Instagram; colors and features revealed
HMD Global is gearing up to launch a new G-series smartphone, called the Nokia G50, sometime in September.
Here are some underrated female-led movies/shows that are worth watching
Heard of Blow the Man Down?
Modi selling crown jewels of India: Rahul Gandhi on NMP
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday hit out at the Centre over the National Monetization Pipeline, saying that the Narendra Modi government is selling what Congress had built over 75 years.
COVID-induced economic slowdown caused 1 lakh infant deaths in India
India recorded a third of global excess infant deaths in 2020 due to COVID-induced economic slowdown, a World Bank study has found.
Even Jubin Nautiyal can't save 'Khushi Jab Bhi Teri'
Jubin Nautiyal and T-Series are on a roll!
#FundingAlert: Tinder's co-founders invest in Indian social platform Hike
Indigenously developed social platform Hike has raised fresh capital led by Tinder co-founder Justin Mateen over four years after it became a unicorn.
Village near Rome is selling houses for just Rs. 87
Italy has been selling off houses in its beautiful countryside for just €1 (around Rs. 87) since last year, with the aim of repopulating the villages.
Realme 8i appears in new renders; design and specifications leaked
Realme is expected to launch its budget-friendly 8i and 8s smartphones in the coming weeks.
CISF officer who stopped Salman Khan lands in trouble
Recently, a clip of a Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) officer stopping Salman Khan at Mumbai Airport for a mandatory security check had gone viral.
Missing Nawazuddin Siddiqui? You'll soon see him in these projects
Nawazuddin Siddiqui is one of the busiest actors in Bollywood today.
Punjab: CM faces revolt; ministers, MLAs say they've 'lost faith'
Trouble is mounting again in Punjab as dozens of MLAs and ministers have openly revolted against Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, seeking his replacement ahead of Assembly elections next year.
Volkswagen Taigun to be launched in India on September 23
German automaker Volkswagen has announced that the Taigun SUV will be launched in India on September 23. Its pre-bookings are already underway.
Ahead of global debut, Triumph Tiger Sport 660 officially teased
UK-based two-wheeler manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles has released the teaser images of its upcoming adventure bike, the Tiger Sport 660.
Google Maps' new feature will show you toll prices
Search giant Google is behind both Google Maps and Waze. Although these navigation apps appeal to different demographics, but features from the driver-centric Waze app have gradually made their way to Google Maps over the years.
Rupert Grint birthday special: Roles he could have been offered
Happy birthday to our dearest Ron Weasley!
Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition, with design upgrades, revealed
Land Rover's Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) division has revealed a new Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition SUV. Its bookings have also commenced.
'Goons insulting Hindu culture': Congress criticizes attack on Muslim vendor
The Congress and other Opposition parties have criticized the attack on a Muslim bangle seller in Madhya Pradesh's Indore over the weekend.
3rd Test, England vs India: Preview, pitch report and stats
England and India are set to face each other in the third Test match, starting on Wednesday at Headingley in Leeds.
OnePlus Nord receives Bitmoji AOD, August security patch via update
OnePlus has started releasing a new OxygenOS 11.1.5.5 update for the Nord smartphone in India.
Bajaj Dominar 400 touring variant to be launched soon
As per an HT Auto report, Bajaj Auto will launch a touring-specific variant of its Dominar 400 motorbike in India. It should be up for grabs next month.
Study finds Eminem fans spend most; Drake, Travis Scott follow
Being a dedicated fan of any musical artist comes with a lot of responsibilities.
Nothing ear (1) to go on sale on August 31
Nothing had launched its first TWS earphones, called the ear (1), in India in July and it became available for pre-ordering last week.
Maharashtra: Narayan Rane arrested over 'slap Uddhav Thackeray' remark
Union Minister Narayan Rane was arrested on Tuesday over derogatory comments against Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 to debut on September 1
The new Royal Enfield Classic 350 cruiser bike, which was earlier said to debut on August 27, will now be launched on September 1, as per Autocar.
Russian actress Alexandra Djavi of 'Kanchana 3' fame found dead
Russian actress Alexandra Djavi, who lived in Chennai to pursue an acting career there, has been reportedly found dead in her rented apartment in Goa.
RaGa meets Baghel, Deo; 'no discussion on Chhattisgarh CM change'
After Punjab, another crisis brews for the Indian National Congress in Chhattisgarh where the party was said to have a stable government.
US Open: A look at the unbreakable records
The fourth and final Grand Slam event in the calendar year - the US Open - is set to begin from August 30 onwards.
Yamaha Aerox 155 and R15M to be launched by Diwali
Yamaha is expected to launch its first maxi-scooter for the Indian market, called the Aerox 155 by Diwali. The sportier version of the YZF R15 V3 motorbike known as R15M should also debut around the same time.
Realme Pad likely to debut on September 9 at $230
Realme's first-ever tablet, the Realme Pad, will debut on September 9, according to YouTuber Sahil Karoul (via Debayan Roy). It is tipped to carry a price-tag of $230 (roughly Rs. 17,000).
This December, it's 'Spider-Man' v/s 'Laal Singh Chaddha' v/s 'Pushpa'
Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer finally dropped today, and it mentioned that the multiverse-centric film will release on December 17.
Here's how you can book COVID-19 vaccination slots on WhatsApp
In a renewed attempt to accelerate the COVID-19 vaccination drive in India, the government has now enabled vaccination slot booking via the MyGov Corona Helpdesk service on WhatsApp.
Tennis: Decoding Ashleigh Barty's terrific numbers in 2021
Women's singles number one Ashleigh Barty won the recently concluded Cincinnati Masters.
Samsung Galaxy M32 5G tipped to cost between Rs. 20,000-25,000
Samsung is all set to launch the Galaxy M32 5G smartphone in India tomorrow.
'Chehre' title track review: Duplicity of humans comes to fore
Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi's suspense thriller Chehre is finally ready to hit the big screens on August 27.
Taliban fighters are abducting children, elderly in Andarab Valley: Saleh
Taliban members are not allowing food and fuel to reach the Andarab Valley in the northern Baghlan province, Afghanistan's former Vice-President Amrullah Saleh said.
Afghanistan: Ukrainian plane evacuating citizens hijacked, taken to Iran
A Ukrainian plane that was evacuating people from Afghanistan was reportedly hijacked by unidentified persons on Tuesday.
'Piku' sequel: If it happens, what can be the story?
Shoojit Sircar's Piku leaves you with a smile, every single time.
OnePlus Buds Pro arrives in India at Rs. 10,000
OnePlus had announced the Buds Pro in July this year as the company's first earbuds with 'Smart Adaptive Noise Cancellation' technology.
West Indies vs Pakistan: Decoding the stats of Shaheen Afridi
Pakistan left-arm pacer Shaheen Afridi has played a crucial role in the ongoing second Test match against West Indies in Jamaica.
Audi 'grandsphere' concept car to be revealed on September 2
After showcasing the 'skysphere,' Audi is now set to unveil the second of its three futuristic concept cars on September 2.
Hyundai i20 N Line debuts in India; bookings also open
South Korean automaker Hyundai has unveiled its i20 N Line hatchback in India. It can be booked online or via the brand's dealerships.
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i refreshed with Intel 11th-Generation i7-11370H processor
Lenovo has unveiled the updated version of its IdeaPad Gaming 3i laptop in India.
Coronavirus: India reports 25K+ cases; active infections drop under 1%
India on Tuesday reported over 25,000 new COVID-19 cases, along with over 350 fresh deaths.
WTA Chicago Women's Open: Hsieh ousts Venus in opening round
41-year-old Venus Williams was beaten in straight sets by Taiwan's Hsieh Su-Wei.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Flip3's pre-bookings begin in India
Samsung's recently-launched foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3, are now available for pre-booking in India via the company's website.
Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker (16W) Review: To buy or not?
It's the monsoon season in India, and one feature you hope to have in most of your gadgets at this time of the year is moisture resistance.
Decoding the rivalry between Williams sisters: Key stats
The riveting rivalry between the Williams sisters has been making headlines since the late 1990s.
2021 Triumph Speed Twin to be launched on August 31
British automaker Triumph Motorcycles will launch its 2021 Speed Twin motorbike in India on August 31. To recall, it was unveiled earlier this year and its bookings are open.
West Indies vs Pakistan, 2nd Test: Day 4 takeaways
The Pakistan cricket team is on top in the ongoing second Test match against West Indies.
Statistical comparison between Ishant Sharma and Zaheer Khan (Tests)
Senior pacer Ishant Sharma was a part of Team India's historic Test win at Lord's this month.
'Spider-Man: No Way Home' trailer is here! Watched it yet?
The trailer of Spider-Man: No Way Home is finally here!
78 people, evacuated from Afghanistan, land in Delhi today
A special Air India flight carrying 78 people, including 25 Indian nationals, reached New Delhi from Tajikistan's Dushanbe on Tuesday.
Kia Seltos X-Line's leaked brochure reveals key features
Kia Seltos X-Line, which was showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo, is likely to be launched in India soon. In the latest development, key features of the car have been revealed.
Motorola Edge 20's pre-orders to commence from August 24
Motorola's Edge 20 will be up for pre-orders starting August 24 at 12pm via Flipkart, the company has announced.
Redmi 10 Prime to debut in India on September 3
Redmi is all set to launch its latest budget-range Redmi 10 Prime smartphone in India on September 3.
2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4x4 Squared spied testing; design details revealed
German automaker Mercedes-Benz will unveil the 2022 iteration of its G-Class 4x4 Squared SUV later this year.
#HealthBytes: A few healthy reasons to munch on pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds have been used in medicines for centuries and are an age-old remedy for urinary infections, kidney stones, worm infection etc.
