29 Aug 2021

Premier League, Manchester United beat Wolves: Records broken

Mason Greenwood scored the decisive goal as Manchester United beat Wolves 1-0 in gameweek three of the Premier League 2021-22 season on Sunday.

Apple to fix iPhone 12's audio problems free of charge

Cupertino-based tech giant Apple has acknowledged that a small percentage of its current-generation iPhone 12 and 12 Pro models have been facing audio-related problems.

Rocket strikes house near Kabul airport hours after Biden's warning

Hours after US President Joe Biden warned of the possibility of another terror attack at Kabul's international airport, a rocket reportedly struck a house nearby the airport, killing six, including a child.

#HealthBytes: Impressive health benefits of grapes you should know about

Grapes have been in cultivation for thousands of years and owing to their health benefits, they are a part of traditional medicines worldwide.

Shreyas Iyer gears up for second half of IPL 2021

Shreyas Iyer will be in action in the second phase of 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

Tokyo Paralympics: Nishad Kumar clinches silver in men's high jump

India's Nishad Kumar clinched the silver medal in the men's high jump at the ongoing Tokyo Paralympic Games on Sunday.

Premier League, Tottenham beat Watford: List of records broken

Tottenham Hotspur are top of the table in the Premier League, being the only side to register three victories from three games ahead of the international break.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE tipped to debut on September 8

Samsung is likely to launch the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone on September 8, according to tipster Mauri QHD.

Renault unveils Mobilize Limo electric sedan geared toward mobility services

French automaker Renault has unveiled an electric sedan tailor-made for mobility services like taxis and ride-hailing services. It will make its global debut at the Munich Motor Show.

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TCL launches FFALCON Thunderbird FF1 with a Snapdragon 690 processor

Chinese tech giant TCL has launched a new smartphone, dubbed the FFALCON Thunderbird FF1, in its home country. It is solely designed by the company's subsidiary FFALCON.

Prior to launch, Bajaj Pulsar 250 previewed in spy snaps

Bajaj Auto will launch its Pulsar 250 naked and faired motorbikes in India this November.

With lockdown, Kerala's COVID-19 situation could 'stabilize by mid-September'

As the COVID-19 situation is worsening in Kerala, the Centre has reportedly recommended a lockdown to tackle the spread of infection.

Abhishek Bachchan opts out of John Abraham's 'Ayyappanum Koshiyum' remake

Actor Abhishek Bachchan has walked out of the Ayyappanum Koshiyum Hindi remake, as per the latest speculations.

Realme Pad tipped to feature a MediaTek Helio G80 chipset

Realme is expected to launch its first tablet, dubbed Realme Pad, on September 9 this year.

India rethinking strategy on Afghanistan; changing situation challenging: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Sunday said the "changing equation" in Afghanistan is a "challenge" for India, and it has compelled the government to rethink its strategy.

Microsoft may not provide Windows 11 updates to older computers

Microsoft has clarified that it won't block the installation of Windows 11 on computers with older CPUs if you update using the ISO disk image.

Fourth Test: Rohit Sharma can break these records

Rohit Sharma has looked India's best batsman in the ongoing Test series against England so far.

Sri Lanka's Chameera, Hasaranga granted NOC for IPL 2021

Sri Lankan cricketers Dushmantha Chameera and Wanindu Hasaranga have been granted a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the UAE leg of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season.

2021 TVS Apache RR 310 to debut in India tomorrow

TVS Motor Company will launch the 2021 version of its Apache RR 310 motorbike in India tomorrow, i.e., August 30.

Venice Film Festival invites Afghan directors to discuss Taliban takeover

The Venice International Film Festival of the Venice Biennale has invited Afghan directors to a panel to discuss the current situation in Afghanistan and its effect on filmmakers and artists at large.

Coronavirus: India reports 45K+ new cases; 460 more dead

India on Sunday reported over 45,000 new COVID-19 cases, the fourth consecutive day that daily infections remained over 40,000.

Cylinder blast in Mumbai's Dharavi; 14 injured rushed to hospital

At least 14 people have been injured due to a cylinder blast at a shanty in Dharavi, Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said on Sunday.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G's India launch set for September 1

Samsung will launch its latest 5G smartphone, the Galaxy A52s 5G, in India on September 1, the company confirmed via Twitter.

Netflix allegedly received special discount on Google's Play Store commission

Google does not demand a share on the first $1 million developers earn via Google Play Billing used for in-app purchases on the company's app market.

'No one has entered Panjshir'; Afghan resistance rejects Taliban's claims

The supporters of resistance leader Ahmad Massoud refuted the Taliban's claim of entering the Panjshir province from various directions.

Ilya Ivashka wins Winston-Salem Open, clinches maiden ATP title

Ilya Ivashka, on Saturday, breezed past Mikael Ymer to win his maiden ATP Tour-level title.

Trent Alexander-Arnold vs Aaron Wan-Bissaka: Decoding the key stats

Right-backs are extremely crucial in a side both in making offensive runs and cutting down attacks defensively.

Kia Seltos (7-seater) SUV found testing; design details revealed

South Korean automaker Kia Motors will unveil the 7-seater version of its Seltos SUV in India around early 2022.

On Nagarjuna's birthday, makers release motion poster of 'The Ghost'

On the occasion of Telugu superstar Nagarjuna's 62nd birthday, makers dropped the first-look motion poster of his upcoming action thriller The Ghost on Sunday.

Reasons why niacinamide should be your top skincare ingredient

Niacinamide is one of the types of vitamin B3 that can be produced by the body from tryptophan.

Robert Lewandowski surpasses 300 goals for Bayern: Decoding the numbers

Bayern Munich legend Robert Lewandowski scripted a new milestone in his career for the club.

Samsung India may bring Fold3 and Flip3 in new colors

Samsung had launched its latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3, in India in two color options each.

#MannkiBaat: Cannot let momentum in sports stop, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the 80th edition of his monthly radio show 'Mann ki Baat'.

Decoding the stats of Ollie Robinson in Test cricket

Fast bowler Ollie Robinson was adjudged the Player of the Match in England's win against India at Headingley.

'Mimi' remake: Will Keerthy Suresh step into Kriti Sanon's shoes?

Mahanati actress Keerthy Suresh might be the next Param Sundari.

#HealthBytes: Everything you should know about monkey B virus

While the world is still reeling under the COVID-19 pandemic, monkey B virus infections have raised concerns.

Vivo X70 to get in-house V1 ISP; September debut confirmed

Vivo will launch its upcoming X70 series of smartphones in September this year, as confirmed by the company's Executive Vice-President, Hu Baishan, in a press conference.

#TokyoParalympics: Bhavina Patel becomes first Indian para-paddler to win silver

Indian table tennis player Bhavina Patel clinched a historic silver medal at Tokyo Paralympics after losing 0-3 to world number one Ying Zhou in the women's singles Class 4 final on Sunday.

Karnal SDM orders cops to 'break heads' of protesting farmers

A video of Karnal Sub-Divisional Magistrate Ayush Sinha is doing the rounds on social media, where he can be heard ordering cops to "break the heads of protesting Farmers."

Interiors of the 2022 Mahindra Scorpio previewed in spy shots

Mahindra is expected to unveil its new-generation Scorpio SUV in India by early 2022.

NCB arrests Ex-'Bigg Boss' contestant Armaan Kohli in drugs case

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has arrested actor Armaan Kohli in a drugs case.

#HealthBytes: Here's why pistachios are good for your health

Pistachios are tree nuts that are loaded with nutrients and have been around since as early as 7000 BC.

Another attack at Kabul airport likely in 24-36 hours: US

After Thursday's dastardly attack at the Kabul airport, the United States has warned of another "specific and credible threat" at the Hamid Karzai International Airport.

Prior to launch, QJ7000D electric bike previewed in patent images

Chinese automaker QJMotor has filed design patents for its QJ7000D motorcycle. To recall, it was showcased in its concept form at the 2021 Beijing Motor Show.

Samsung Galaxy A21 Simple goes official in Japan

Samsung has launched a new mid-range smartphone, Galaxy A21 Simple SCV49, in the Japanese market. It has been priced at JPY 22,000 (roughly Rs. 14,700) and is different from the Galaxy A21 model.

#HealthBytes: Foods that are high on fat, but healthy too

It is a common myth that fat is a no-no for the body or that it should be restricted from the diet to stay healthy. On the contrary, our body requires healthy fats for energy and they are important for bodily processes.

2022 BMW G 310 R teased; launch in India imminent

BMW Motorrad has teased the 2022 G 310 R motorbike on social media, hinting at its imminent launch in India. To recall, it made its global debut in July.

Premier League, Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea: Records broken

Liverpool failed to break Chelsea's resistance as the two sides played out a 1-1 draw at Anfield in gameweek three of the Premier League 2021-22 season on Saturday.

'Bheeg Jaunga' review: Rubina Dilaik stars in new romantic track

Actress Rubina Dilaik is back with a new song feature in Stebin Ben's Bheeg Jaunga.

28 Aug 2021

Joe Root becomes England's most successful Test skipper: Key stats

England produced an incredible victory against India at Headingley after losing the Lord's Test.

#DealOfTheDay: Discount worth Rs. 6,000 on Samsung Galaxy M42 smartphone

If you're looking to buy an affordable 5G smartphone, you could stop for this deal. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 6,000 on the Samsung Galaxy M42 handset.

Aprilia RS 660 arrives at dealerships; launch in India soon

Ahead of its launch in India, the Aprilia RS 660 motorbike has started making its way to dealerships. The two-wheeler is already up for grabs in the international markets.

Decoding the stats of Daniil Medvedev in 2021

World number two Daniil Medvedev is set to face Richard Gasquet in the opening round at the 2021 US Open.

Premier League, Manchester City thrash Arsenal: Records broken

Ten-man Arsenal were decimated by Manchester City as they slumped to the bottom of the Premier League 2021-22 season.

'No one above law': Delhi court orders Honey Singh's appearance

A Delhi court on Saturday directed singer Hirdesh Singh—aka Yo Yo Honey Singh—to appear before it on September 3 in connection with the domestic violence case filed against him by his wife, Shalini Talwar.

Banks closed up to 12 days in September. Check list

Banks in India will be closed for up to 12 days in September, including second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays.

England outclass India in third Test: Presenting the key learnings

England staged a terrific comeback in the five-match series by beating India in the third Test at Headingley.

'Bell Bottom' album review: There are only a few standouts

Akshay Kumar's Bell Bottom is turning out to be a trailblazer as it risked getting a theatrical release even under current conditions.

Sania Mirza and Christina McHale reach doubles final at Cleveland

Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and her partner Christina McHale sailed into the women's doubles final of the Cleveland Championships.

Abu Dhabi T10: Faf du Plessis to lead Bangla Tigers

Former South African captain Faf du Plessis has singed up for the Abu Dhabi T10 league.

England beat India in the third Test: Records broken

England thrashed India by an innings and 76 runs in the third Test match at Edgbaston in Leeds on Saturday.

2021 Honda XRE 300 adventure bike goes official in Brazil

Japanese automaker Honda has launched the 2021 version of its XRE 300 adventure bike in Brazil. Its debut in India seems unlikely.

Infinix ZERO X Neo bags BIS certification; India launch imminent

Infinix is working on its next mid-range handset, the ZERO X Neo. In the latest development, the smartphone has been spotted on the BIS certification site with model number X6810.

Around 100 pre-orders for BMW C 400 GT in India

German automaker BMW Motorrad is likely to launch its C 400 GT maxi-style scooter in India soon. Its unofficial pre-bookings are open and close to 100 orders have been received so far.

5 arrested in Mysuru gang-rape case, top cop says

The Karnataka Police has arrested five people in connection with the alleged gang-rape of a 23-year-old student in Mysuru, the state's Director General of Police (DGP) Praveen Sood said today.

Teamology explains how to maximize brand outreach through Digital PR

Do you own a brand? Do you want to boost your brand's outreach?

POCO M3 becomes costlier for the third time in India

Xiaomi has been increasing the prices of quite a number of its smartphones. The latest being the POCO M3 model, which has become costlier in India by Rs. 500.

Andre Russell slams fastest half-century in CPL history: Key stats

Andre Russell entered the record books with an explosive knock in the Caribbean Premier League on Friday.

Annakoot: Amit Juneja talks about embracing 'Sattvic' food during pandemic

Sattvic food has been part of the Indian culture for ages and is considered a pure way of eating.

'Don't arrest him,' woman tells cops after husband stitches genitals

A man in Madhya Pradesh stitched up his wife's private parts as he suspected she was cheating on him.

2021 Force Gurkha SUV teased; launch in India imminent

Force Motors has announced via a teaser that its 2021 Gurkha SUV will be launched in India soon.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G officially teased in India, launch soon

Samsung is tipped to launch the Galaxy A52s 5G smartphone in India on September 3. Now, the tech giant has shared a post that suggests that the handset is "coming soon" to India.

Joe Root vs Kane Williamson: Test stats since 2019

England captain Joe Root has been on a roll in 2021.

Tata Punch to get features of an SUV in India

Tata Motors has confirmed that the Punch car previewed earlier this week, will have characteristics of an SUV. It will be launched in the coming months.

Mason Mount vs Bruno Fernandes: Decoding the key stats

Since breaking into the Chelsea side under Frank Lampard, attacking mid-fielder Mason Mount has gone to become a major asset for the Blues.

Ex-UP cop, who challenged Yogi Adityanath, arrested in suicide case

Amitabh Thakur, a former senior Uttar Pradesh police officer, was arrested on Friday in Lucknow in an abetment of suicide case.

Moto E20's alleged Geekbench listing reveals key specifications

Motorola's upcoming entry-level smartphone, Moto E20, seems to be in the works. In the latest development, a Geekbench listing of "motorola aruba" has appeared online, which is said to be of Moto E20.

SKODA ENYAQ iV 80x SPORTLINE, with 487km range, breaks cover

Czech automaker SKODA has revealed the 80x SPORTLINE variant of its ENYAQ iV SUV in the UK. It will be up for grabs there later this year.

'Cobra Kai' gets renewed for S05 ahead of S04 premiere

Ahead of Cobra Kai's Season-4 premiere in December, Netflix has secured the action franchise's future by renewing it for another season.

Cerebras creates world's largest AI-ready processor with 850,000 cores

An American artificial intelligence (AI) centric company called Cerebras Systems claims to have built a single processor about the size of an iPad that can achieve the computational equivalent of the human brain or the equivalent of 100 trillion synapses.

Records Ronaldo could script in the Premier League 2021-22 season

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to re-join Manchester United from Juventus.

Now experience Windows 11 on your phone or computer browser!

If you're eager to experience Windows 11 firsthand but don't want to open the proverbial can of worms by joining the Windows Insider program, you can do so by visiting a website.

Everything we expect Apple to unveil at the September event

Apple has already unveiled iOS 15 and macOS Monterey that is set to debut on brand new hardware. The devices usually break cover in September.

Microsoft pulls support for Android-based Office apps for Chromebook users

Software giant Microsoft is reportedly planning to end support for the Android-based apps that Chrome OS users rely on for editing documents on their Chromebooks.

US carries out drone strike on ISIS-K after Kabul blasts

The United States military said on Friday it has carried out a drone strike against a "planner" of the Islamic State-Khorasan (ISIS-K), the group which has claimed responsibility for the deadly bombings in Afghan capital Kabul.

Does Uber hike ride prices when you're low on battery?

Over the years, suspicions have grown about whether or not ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft hike fares if your phone's battery is low.

#HealthBytes: Health benefits of kombucha tea that are science-backed

Kombucha is a fermented tea that is made from tea, sugar and a type of bacteria and yeast, and is consumed by health proponents worldwide.

Ducati India commences deliveries of XDiavel Black Star

Ducati India has begun delivering the Black Star variant of its newly-launched XDiavel model.

Select variants of Tata Nexon EV become costlier in India

Tata Motors has increased the prices of two variants of its Nexon EV in India. Notably, this is the third price-hike for the vehicle in this year.

2022 Maruti Suzuki Baleno spied testing; features revealed

Maruti Suzuki is expected to introduce the facelifted model of its Baleno hatchback in India next year. In the latest development, the car has been spotted testing, revealing its design details and features.

Realme C21 receives Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 update

Realme has started releasing the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 update for the C21 smartphone in India.