09 Feb 2022

'RC16': Rashmika Mandanna, Ram Charan to collaborate for first time?

Rashmika Mandanna, who is right now basking in the glory of her film Pushpa's success, might team up with Telugu star Ram Charan for his 16th venture, tentatively titled RC16, said reports.

India beat Windies in second ODI: List of records broken

India got the job done versus West Indies in the second ODI of the three-match series on Wednesday in Ahmedabad.

What are the laws on face coverings around the world?

The hijab row in the southern Indian state of Karnataka has catapulted into a larger debate on the freedom of religious belief and choice of clothing.

Can see BJP wave in all five states: PM Modi

Just a few hours before the first phase of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party will emerge victorious in all five states-Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Goa, Uttarakhand, Manipur-and form the government with an absolute majority.

Samsung announces flagship smartphones and tablets at Galaxy Unpacked 2022

Samsung has launched the S22 series of smartphones as its latest and greatest smartphones ever at the Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event.

Yami Gautam Dhar oozes unease in 'A Thursday' teaser

After the production for A Thursday wrapped up in July last year, the film is finally heading toward its release.

Chia seeds: How to include them in your diet

Chia seeds are often called a superfood or functional food.

Lenovo executive reveals Legion Y90's key specifications ahead of launch

Lenovo is expected to launch its high-end gaming smartphone, the Legion Y90, soon. In the latest development, Lin Lin, a product manager at the company, has revealed key specifications of the handset by sharing a screenshot of the 'About phone' page on Weibo.

Tata Altroz Dark XT, XZ+ launched at Rs. 8 lakh

To celebrate the second anniversary of the Altroz hatchback in India, Tata Motors has launched the Dark edition of the XT and XZ+ variants. Their bookings are open.

5 ways to celebrate Valentine's Day with your kids

Who said Valentine's Day is only for couples? You can also celebrate the day of love with your kids for a boost of togetherness and affection.

5 reasons to definitely watch 'Thank You For Sharing'

Whenever I learn about a movie or series being made on mental health, I cringe because most of them get it wrong.

Here's why Ayurvedic skincare is the best

Ayurveda is a natural, and holistic system of medicine that began in ancient India. The practice is used to restore life and balance.

Congress promises to create jobs, waive loans in UP manifesto

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra released the party's election manifesto for Uttar Pradesh polls on Wednesday.

IND vs WI, 2nd ODI: Hosts set target of 238

West Indies gave a good account of themselves in the second ODI versus India at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

Meet the world's first car that comes with an NFT

Italian automaker Alfa Romeo has revealed its Tonale SUV for the international markets. It will be up for grabs in the US from the first quarter of 2023.

Redmi Smart Band Pro, Smart TV X43 launched in India

Alongside the Redmi Note 11 and Note 11S smartphones, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has introduced the Redmi Smart Band Pro and Smart TV X43 in India.

Moga: Sonu Sood spots accident victim, rushes him to hospital

Sonu Sood once again proved why people consider him a messiah and an angel.

Bangladesh to tour South Africa in March: Details here

The Bangladesh cricket team is set to tour South Africa next month.

Army rescues Kerala trekker trapped on hill for two days

The Indian Army on Wednesday rescued a trekker stuck for nearly two days on a hill between rocks in the Malampuzha district of Palakkad, Kerala.

5 mysterious temples in India you must explore

India is full of mysteries and allure, housing approximately two million temples and more than 330 million deities.

'Choudhary junior coming,' TV couple Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina announce pregnancy

Actors Gurmeet Choudhary and Debina Bonnerjee are gearing up to welcome a fourth member to their family.

Hijab row: Bengaluru police ban protests, gatherings near educational institutions

In wake of the escalating tensions in Karnataka over wearing a hijab (headscarf) in educational institutions, the Bengaluru Police have banned protests and gatherings near schools and colleges in the city for two weeks.

Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 5 lakh cars: Here's why

Hyundai and Kia have announced to recall nearly five lakh cars in the US over a potential fire hazard.

Toyota Glanza and Urban Cruiser's prices increased by Rs. 45,000

Toyota has raised the prices of its Glanza and Urban Cruiser models in India.

India gets first nasal spray for COVID-19 treatment

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has launched a nasal spray in India for the treatment of COVID-19 in adult patients.

How to keep an active toddler busy indoors

Toddlers are highly energetic and keeping them busy every day with some activity or the other is a task in itself.

Are Kartik Aaryan-Kiara Advani co-starring again after 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2'?

Producer Sajid Nadiadwala had announced his next love story, Satyanarayan Ki Katha, starring Kartik Aaryan in June last year.

Vivo T1, with Snapdragon 695 processor, launched at Rs. 16,000

Vivo has expanded its portfolio of affordable 5G handsets in India with the introduction of the T1 5G model. The handset carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 15,990 and will be up for grabs from February 14.

Here's why you should be sipping fennel tea

Fennel, a herb, is grown all across the globe and is widely used in medicinal preparations.

Why are big brands apologizing to Indian people?

Several major companies have joined the chorus in issuing public apologies to Indian people over controversial posts on Kashmir.

Redmi Note 11 series introduced in India at Rs. 13,500

Xiaomi has launched its much-anticipated Redmi Note 11 series in India. The line-up includes the Note 11 and Note 11S models. The handsets were introduced globally in January.

How to get bushy eyebrows

Thick and bushy eyebrows are a thing in the beauty circle and you can easily achieve them with various makeup products like eyebrow gels, pencils, powder, etc.

IND vs WI, 2nd ODI: Pooran elects to field

India and West Indies will be playing the second ODI of the three-match series in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

Everything to know about Oscars-nominated Indian documentary, 'Writing with Fire'

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the nominations for the 94th Academy Awards on Tuesday.

PAK vs AUS: Hosts announce 16-member squad for Test series

Pakistan have announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming Test series against Australia, starting March 4.

How to remove rigid stains from various items

Are you struggling to remove a tough food stain from your white dress or a hard stain from your dishes or furniture?

5 must-try desserts this Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is all about chocolates, candies are all things sweet.

MINI announces special edition Resolute, Untamed, and Untold models

To commemorate its 20th anniversary in North America, MINI has revealed three special edition models known as Resolute, Untamed, and Untold. They are offered for the Cooper, Countryman, and Clubman cars, respectively.

Infinix Zero 5G debuts with 120Hz screen, Dimensity 900 chipset

Infinix is gearing up to announce its flagship handset, the Zero 5G, in India, on February 14. Ahead of the launch, the company has officially unveiled the phone in Nigeria. It carries a price-tag of NGN 1,69,500 (roughly Rs. 30,500).

Premier League, Burnley hold Manchester United 1-1: Records broken

Manchester United paid the price for not taking their chances as they were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley in the Premier League.

COVID-19: India witnesses 71,365 new cases; 1,217 fatalities

India on Wednesday reported over 70,000 new COVID-19 cases, a marginal rise of over 2,500 cases from the previous day.

'Horrifying': Malala Yousafzai weighs in on Karnataka hijab row

Women's rights activist and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai on Tuesday waded into the ongoing hijab controversy in Karnataka where Muslim girls wearing headscarves were barred from attending classes.

Amid Spotify row, Joe Rogan gets $100M offer from Rumble

Controversial podcaster Joe Rogan has been offered $100 million to join Rumble, the video-sharing platform told on Twitter.

Fight the signs of aging with gemstone therapy

Gemstone therapy is an age-old practice that is used to heal people by working on their electromagnetic fields.

COVID-19 oral vaccine's clinical trial to begin in India soon

Vaxart, a United States-based biotechnology company, is set to begin the second phase of clinical trial for its oral COVID-19 vaccine in India, according to a report by News18.

'Have felt betrayal': Ananya Panday on why she chose 'Gehraiyaan'

Rising Bollywood star Ananya Panday will be soon seen in one of the most anticipated offerings, Gehraiyaan.

HONOR 60 SE, with MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset, goes official

HONOR has introduced its latest mid-range smartphone, the 60 SE, in China. It joins the 60 and 60 Pro models that were announced by the company in December 2021.

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2022 KTM 890 DUKE R, with 121hp engine, breaks cover

Austrian automaker KTM has unveiled the 2022 version of its 890 DUKE R motorbike for the international markets. It should also arrive in India.

2022 Maruti Suzuki Baleno to be offered in four trims

Maruti Suzuki might launch the 2022 Baleno hatchback in India on February 10.

08 Feb 2022

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli back plant-based meat brand, Blue Tribe

Actor Anushka Sharma and her husband, ace Indian cricketer Virat Kohli have invested in a plant-based meat brand named Blue Tribe Foods.

5 lesser-known Indian films that have received Academy Award nominations/wins

The Academy Award 2022 nominations were announced on Tuesday and Jai Bhim sadly could not grab nomination under any category.

Waking up at 3:00 am? Here's what it means spiritually

If you often find yourself suddenly waking up at 3:00 am from a deep slumber, it could have a spiritual significance.

Ajinkya Rahane, Cheteshwar Pujara set to play Ranji Trophy

Senior Indian batters Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane will feature in the Ranji Trophy, India's premier First-class tournament, set to be held in two phases.

Samsung's Tab S8 series revealed before launch: Check specifications here

Samsung is ready to launch its Galaxy Tab S8 series of tablets on February 9 at the Galaxy Unpacked event.

Despite hopes, 'Jai Bhim' fails to bag Oscars 2022 nod

Ahead of the Academy Awards 2022 on March 27, the official nominations were announced on Tuesday.

Karnataka schools and colleges shut as hijab row escalates

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Tuesday ordered all high schools and colleges to remain shut for the next three days.

T20 WC: India-Pakistan match tickets sold out in five minutes

India will kick off their 2022 Men's T20 World Cup campaign against Pakistan on October 23 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Australia.

COVID-19 restrictions in Mumbai to be lifted by month-end: Mayor

Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar said on Tuesday that COVID-19 restrictions in the city will be lifted by the end of February.

5 things to do in Tagore's Santiniketan

Located in West Bengal's Birbhum district, Santiniketan must be on your travel bucket list if you love culture and music blended with peace and tranquility.

5 winter care tips for your furry companions

Both you and your pets need good care when the mercury drops.

5 ways to make friends in a new city

If you have just moved to a new city, there must be a lot of things you are currently struggling with.

Mohali set to host 100th Test of Virat Kohli

The Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium in Mohali is set to host the 100th Test of Indian batter Virat Kohli.

SP releases manifesto for UP, promises to make farmers debt-free

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav Tuesday released the party's manifesto for upcoming Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.

5 top accolades received by Suriya-led 'Jai Bhim' so far

The nominations for the Academy Awards 2022 will be announced on Tuesday evening and Indians have a special reason to keep an eye on it.

South Korea 'regrets offense' after Hyundai Pakistan's Kashmir post

The government of South Korea on Tuesday said it "regretted the offence caused to the people of India" with regards to the controversy over Hyundai's social media posts.

5 herbs you can easily grow in your balcony

As India's urban landscape is growing incessantly, more and more people are shifting to apartments or small accommodations.

Liquor gets cheaper in Delhi as vendors offer heavy discounts

Several liquor vendors in Delhi are offering huge discounts on alcohol prices as the state government adopts the new liquor policy.

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Who is Santishree Pandit, the first woman VC of JNU?

Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit, a professor at the Savitribai Phule Pune University was appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor (VC) at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) by the Ministry of Education (MoE) on Monday.

ScoopWhoop's Sattvik Mishra accused of sexual assault by Samdish Bhatia

ScoopWhoop CEO Sattvik Mishra has reportedly resigned after being accused of sexual misconduct by former Unscripted anchor Samdish Bhatia.

Limited-run Toyota Fortuner Commander, with cosmetic changes, breaks cover

Japanese automaker Toyota has revealed the Commander variant of its Fortuner SUV in Thailand. Its production is limited to just 1,000 units.

#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Never saw Purva as negative character,' says Anchal Singh

The recent Netflix Original, Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein, has emerged as one of the top OTT releases in 2022.

5 reasons why goat milk is an excellent skincare ingredient

Goat milk is nutritious and often given to babies who find it hard to digest cow's milk.

Decoding ODI stats of Rohit Sharma since 2019 World Cup

Rohit Sharma led India to victory in the first ODI against West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Priyanka Gandhi slams PM for blaming Congress for COVID-19 spread

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Monday hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for blaming her party for spreading COVID-19 during the first wave by helping migrants to reach their home states.

Gautam Adani overtakes Mukesh Ambani as Asia's richest person

Gautam Adani, Indian billionaire and the chairperson of the Adani Group, has become the richest person in Asia, according to figures from the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

Moto Edge 30 Pro's India launch set for February 24

Motorola is gearing up to launch a new Edge-branded flagship smartphone in India on February 24, an official teaser posted on Twitter has revealed.

Top 5 Banksy art works

Banksy is the most controversial yet popular street artist in the world, and his works have become a subculture.

'Bhangi' controversy: 'Not arrested, went for interrogation,' claims Munmun Dutta

Actor Munmun Dutta, most popular for her stint on Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), has denied that she was arrested in the casteist slur controversy.

5 reasons why spring is the happiest season

The spring season means new beginnings, fighting our fears, and charging forward to embrace change.

IPL 2022 mega auction: All you need to know

With less than a week to go for the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) players' auction, all 10 teams would have finalized their strategy for the same.

5 OTT releases to watch out for in February

In the OTT space, the first week of February was marked by the releases of films like Looop Lapeta, One Cut Two Cut and shows such as The Great Indian Murder, and Rocket Boys that had hit Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, and SonyLIV, respectively.

India-specific Samsung S22 series tipped to get Snapdragon's flagship chipset

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S22 series of flagship smartphones will be powered by Qualcomm's top-tier Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor in India, Pricebaba has claimed citing tipster Ishan Agarwal.

'Agar Congress na hoti': PM rips apart Congress in Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on Congress, saying that the party never thought anything else before dynasty.

World is appreciating India's COVID-19 fight: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday said the willpower and discipline of 130 crore Indians and the efforts of India in fighting COVID-19 are being appreciated across the world.

Women's Ashes: Australia rout England 3-0 in ODI series

Australia Women routed England 3-0 in the ODI series with an eight-wicket win in the third match.

BJP promises jobs, electricity, gas in manifesto for UP elections

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday released its manifesto for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, due to begin this week.

5 lunch box ideas for school

Finding the right dish to pack in your child's lunch box is the most difficult task since kids are generally fussy about food.

'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' marks Akshay Kumar-Tiger Shroff's first collaboration

Bade Miyan and Chote Miyan are back and this time, Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff will essay the iconic characters.

IND vs WI, 2nd ODI: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

India and West Indies will square off in the second ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium on February 9.

Kejriwal reacts to PM's statement on migrant crisis during lockdown

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday vehemently opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement on migrant exodus during the nationwide lockdown in 2020.

Sustainable gift ideas for Valentine's Day

Love can be expressed in a number of ways, and the most common way is gifting. Be it a bar of chocolate, or doing the dishes and letting your partner rest--it all comes down to giving something to make them feel loved and appreciated.

2022 MG ZS EV first impression: A feature packed EV

MG Motor is all set to launch the facelifted version of its ZS EV toward the end of this month.

New Zealand name 15-man squad for first Test against SA

New Zealand on Monday named their 15-man squad for the first Test against South Africa.

COVID-19: India logs 67,597 new cases; 1,188 fresh fatalities

India on Tuesday reported over 60,000 new COVID-19 cases, a decline of over 15,000 cases from the previous day.

Mahindra Bolero, with dual airbags, launched at Rs. 8.85 lakh

In compliance with the latest safety regulations, Mahindra has launched the updated version of its Bolero SUV in India with dual airbags. It is available in three variants: B4, B6, and B6 Opt.

Praveen Kumar Sobti, Bheem in 'Mahabharat,' dies at 74

Actor Praveen Kumar Sobti, who is known for playing Bheem in BR Chopra's hit mythological series Mahabharat, has passed away.

Ram Rahim gets furlough ahead of polls. Who said what?

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the chief of the Dera Sacha Sauda sect, has been granted a three-week furlough.

Here's how you can support small businesses

When you support a small business, you are also supporting the local economies.

Football star Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 400 million followers on Instagram

Portugal football star Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first-ever person to reach 400 million followers on Instagram.

All about protein shakes (and 4 simple recipes)

It's extremely crucial to include protein in your everyday diet to build your muscles and take care of your overall health.

Hazlewood, Agar included in Australia's squad for Pakistan Tests

Cricket Australia (CA) has named an 18-man squad for their first tour of Pakistan in the 21st century.

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 previewed in spy images; launch soon

Royal Enfield is expected to launch its Shotgun 650 motorbike in India within the next few months.

Has Alia Bhatt's 'Darlings' opted for Netflix release?

Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt will soon grace the silver screen as the "queen" of Kamathipura in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi.

Leaked live image of Samsung Tab S8 Ultra reveals design

Samsung is ready to launch its Galaxy Tab S8 series at the "Galaxy Unpacked" event on February 9.

This museum has 7,600 rare gramophone records of #LataMangeshkar songs

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away on Sunday, leaving scores of admirers in shock.

Porsche Macan EV spied on test; unveiling later this year

German automaker Porsche is expected to unveil its Macan EV later this year. It might be offered in two versions, namely Turbo and Turbo S.