23 Jan 2023

Pakistan: Massive power outage hits major cities; here's what happened

Pakistan faced a major power outage on Monday (January 23) following a major breakdown in the country's National Grid system, reported Reuters.

INS Vagir: 'Made in India' submarine commissioned into Indian Navy

INS Vagir—the fifth of the Kalvari-class submarines—was commissioned into the Indian Navy on Monday in presence of Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar.

Ladakh: Sonam Wangchuk to launch hunger strike demanding constitutional safeguards

Ladakh-based engineer and innovator Sonam Wangchuk—whose life inspired the character of Phunshuk Wangdu in the Bollywood blockbuster 3 Idiots—urged PM Narendra Modi to ensure environmental protection from unchecked industrial and commercial expansion in Ladakh.

Spotify fires 6% of the workforce amid organizational changes

Spotify has announced that it is reducing its employee base by about 6% across the company as the music-streaming giant looks to cut down on expenses amid recessionary fears.

ICC announces men's T20I Team of the Year (2022): Stats

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally announced the men's T20I Team of the Year for 2022, which belonged to the shortest format.

Zomato CEO posts 800+ vacancies: 24x7 job, no work-life balance

Zomato founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal took to LinkedIn to announce a shedload of job vacancies across five roles at the company.

Samsung S23 Ultra's GPU performance puts S22 Ultra to shame

The integrated graphics processing unit on the Galaxy S23 Ultra has outperformed S22 Ultra's iGPU.

ICC announces women's T20I Team of the Year (2022)

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally announced the women's T20I Team of the Year for 2022.

BMC polls: Thackeray announces alliance with Ambedkar's grandson's party VBA

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Monday announced an alliance between his faction of the Shiv Sena and Prakash Ambedkar's party Vanchit Bahujan Aaghadi (VBA).

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic beats De Minaur, reaches quarter-finals

Serbian ace Novak Djokovic reached the quarter-final of the 2023 Australian Open after beating Alex de Minaur on Monday.

Beauty review: The Tribe Concepts Mini Masking Kit

We all want naturally glowing and flawless skin. While there are many chemical treatments that can help you achieve that glow, there is nothing better than using concoctions containing natural and organic ingredients.

Talcum powder can be used in many ways: Details here

A part of our beauty kits for the longest time, talcum powder helps to keep your skin dry and prevent rashes.

2023 Maserati GranTurismo, with stylish looks and new features, revealed

Italian automaker Maserati has introduced the 2023 version of its GranTurismo car. It is available in two versions: Folgore (EV) and Nettuno (ICE-backed).

TECNO Spark Go 2023 launched in India at Rs. 7,000

TECNO has launched a new smartphone, dubbed Spark Go 2023, in India. The handset is priced at Rs. 6,999 for its 3GB/32GB model and is up for grabs via leading retail stores from today.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui-Bhumi Pednekar-starrer 'Afwaah' release date announced

Anubhav Sinha announced his next production named Afwaah on social media. The film is helmed by renowned director Sudhir Mishra and it stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Bhumi Pednekar in the lead.

Sunny Kaushal dropped from 'Shiddat 2'; Radhika Madan to return

As per recent developments, the makers of the 2021 film Shiddat are looking forward to making a sequel.

Australian Open 2023: Sania Mirza and Rohan Bopanna reach quarter-final 

Indian mixed doubles duo Sania Mirza and Rohan Bopanna reached the quarter-final of the Australian Open 2023 on Saturday.

After Bihar minister, SP leader Swami Prasad Maurya denounces Ramcharitmanas

Echoing the statements of Bihar Education Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Chandra Shekhar against Ramcharitmanas, Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Swami Prasad Maurya added fuel to the fire, saying the epic poem uses abusive language for oppressed communities.

Snow Moon in February 2023: What's special about it

The next full moon will occur on February 5 and it has an interesting name: Snow Moon.

Is your cat ignoring you? Know the reason

Let us agree that cats are very different from dogs when it comes to social interaction.

Amazon Air cargo fleet, for faster deliveries, launched in India

In an attempt to hasten deliveries, e-commerce giant Amazon has launched a dedicated air cargo fleet in India, called Amazon Air.

Serie A 2022-23, Juventus hold Atalanta 3-3: Key stats

Hosts Juventus held Atalanta to a 3-3 draw in a riveting Serie A 2022-23 fixture.

Reminiscing 'Dev.D' amid Anurag Kashyap-Abhay Deol's verbal spat

The quarrel between director Anurag Kashyap and actor Abhay Deol has been making rounds on the internet. This goes back to Kashyap's 2020 interview when he remarked that working with Deol in Dev.D was "painful."

La Liga 2022-23, Barcelona overcome Getafe; Real Madrid bounce back 

Real Madrid trounced Athletic Club 2-0 to return to winning ways in La Liga 2022-23.

Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari to step down: Details here

Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari on Monday announced that he would step down from the position soon.

Mary Kom will lead oversight committee to manage wrestling body 

Boxing legend Mary Kom will lead the sports ministry's oversight committee to manage the day-to-day affairs of the wrestling body.

Sensex rises by 320 points, Nifty settles above 18,100 mark

On Monday, the benchmark Sensex and Nifty indices witnessed a surge. The Sensex jumped 0.52% to 60,941.67 points, while the Nifty climbed 0.5% to 18,118.55 points.

Honda Activa's Smart Key variant arrives at Rs. 80,537

Honda has launched a Smart Key variant of its Activa scooter in India. It will arrive at dealerships by January-end.

If you don't want to look old, avoid these habits

Every skin type across all age groups is beautiful. However, some habits that we adopt over the years can make us look older than we actually are.

Salman's 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan' teaser date out

Salman Khan fans are definitely on cloud nine after the makers announced the teaser launch date of Khan's much-awaited film Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.

Australian Open 2023, Rublev overpowers Rune to reach quarter-finals: Stats

Fifth-seeded Andrey Rublev earned a hard-fought win over ninth-seeded Holger Rune to qualify for the men's singles quarter-finals at Australian Open.

Women's U-19 T20 WC, India hammer Sri Lanka: Key stats

India Women beat Sri Lanka Women by seven wickets in the Super Six stage of the ongoing ICC U-19 T20 World Cup on Sunday.

Strengthen your knees with these 5 yoga poses

Believe us, you may really 'knee-d' them.

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BBC Modi documentary: Opposition slams 'censorship'; shares alternative documentary links

Tearing into the central government, Opposition leaders have slammed it over the removal of the BBC docu-series on Prime Minister Narendra Modi from YouTube and Twitter.

Top 5 upcoming WhatsApp features you need to know

WhatsApp is working to improve the user experience on its native Android and iOS apps. The Meta-owned platform is developing several new features, which individuals will soon be able to enjoy.

Teaser: Sara turns freedom fighter for 'Ae Watan Mere Watan' 

India will be celebrating its 74th Republic Day on Thursday.

2023 Hyundai AURA launched at Rs. 6.3 lakh: Check features

South Korean automaker Hyundai has launched the 2023 AURA sedan in India. It is available in E, S, SX and SX(O) trims, and the prices start at Rs. 6.3 lakh.

21 Andaman & Nicobar islands named after Param Vir Chakra-awardees

On the occasion of Parakram Diwas, commemorating Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birth anniversary, PM Narendra Modi on Monday named the 21 largest unnamed islands of Andaman & Nicobar Islands after Param Vir Chakra awardees.

Google to showcase AI chatbot that will take on ChatGPT

Alarm bells have started ringing at Google, thanks to OpenAI's ChatGPT.

Decoding Srijit Mukherji's 'Gumnaami' on Netaji's 126th birth anniversary 

Indian freedom saga has been long and we have seen various personalities with different shades. Even though Gandhi ji is referred to as the "Father of the Nation," there was one who made the first step in freeing the nation (Moirang, 1944). It's none other than Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

Ranji Trophy: Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja to captain Saurashtra

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is set to return to competitive cricket.

'TJMM': Ranbir Kapoor-Shraddha Kapoor promise a quirky tale of love

Luv Ranjan's Tu Jhooti Main Makkar has been in the buzz even before the official title was announced. From behind-the-scenes to looks of the actors, everything was making rounds on social media. Fans were eagerly waiting for the trailer, too.

Australian Open 2023, Karolina Pliskova storms into quarter-finals: Stats

Former world number one, Karolina Pliskova, downed number 23 seed Zhang Shuai of China to reach the women's singles quarter-finals at Australian Open.

Indian telescope detects radio signal from the most distant galaxy

With the help of India's Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), astronomers have captured a radio signal from the most distant galaxy.

SRK-starrer 'Pathaan' mints Rs. 20 crore in pre-ticket sales booking

The final countdown has begun! Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan is all set to hit the theaters on Wednesday.

Delhi: Traffic curbs in place for Republic Day parade rehearsal

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory in view of the Republic Day parade full dress rehearsal on Monday.

HP Envy x360 15 (2023) launched in India: Check specifications

HP has refreshed the Envy x360 15 laptop with new features and specifications.

You can use makeup setting spray in so many ways

If you want your makeup to last longer and look flawless, then makeup setting spray is the beauty product you should go for.

Australian Open: Aryna Sabalenka beats Belinda Bencic, reaches quarter-finals

Aryna Sabalenka reached the quarter-final at the 2023 Australian Open after defeating Belinda Bencic.

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check rates of Dogecoin, Tether, Bitcoin, Solana

Bitcoin has lost 0.6% in the last 24 hours and is now trading at $22,762.22. It is 9.2% up compared to last week.

Who is Jetshen Lama? Know about 'Li'l Champs' 9 winner

Jetshen Dohna Lama, a nine-year-old singer from Sikkim, lifted the coveted trophy of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li'l Champs Season 9 on Sunday. Apart from the trophy, she also won prize money of Rs. 10 lakh.

Kunlavut Vitidsarn stuns Viktor Axelsen to win India Open 2023

Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn stunned two-time World Champion Viktor Axelsen of Denmark to lift the India Open Super 750.

KL Rahul-Athiya wedding updates: Ceremony happening today, at this time

Actor Athiya Shetty is all set to get hitched to cricketer-beau KL Rahul on Monday in a close-knit ceremony which is taking place at Shetty's father-actor Suniel Shetty's farmhouse in Khandala.

NOTAM outage was caused by accidental file deletion, says FAA

Thousands of flights across the US were canceled on January 11, when the Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) system of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) suffered an outage.

Parakram Diwas 2023: PM to inaugurate Netaji's model

Lovingly called Netaji, Subhash Chandra Bose was an Indian revolutionary who contributed to India's independence movement against British rule.

Have you heard about the travel trends for 2023 yet

With the COVID-19 pandemic being almost over in India, the tourism industry is all set to witness a new normal this year with people looking for new ways to travel and explore the world.

California mass shooting: 72-year-old suspect shoots himself after police standoff

The 72-year-old suspect of the mass shooting in California, US, which left 10 dead and 10 injured late Saturday (local time) during the Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations, reportedly shot and killed himself in a van after being surrounded by the police.

How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes for January 23

Garena's Free Fire MAX is a multiplayer battle royale game that allows players to enjoy upgraded visuals and free in-game items.

Audi activesphere concept teased again; to arrive on January 26

German luxury carmaker Audi will be unveiling an all-new activesphere concept car on January 26. The brand has teased the silhouette of the vehicle for the second time since last month.

5 Saraswati Puja or Vasant Panchami outfit ideas for women

The auspicious festival of Saraswati Puja or Vasant Panchami is around the corner.

Looking for some comforting food? Try these 5 steamed recipes

One of the healthiest cooking techniques to try, steamed food is not only convenient and easy to make but also gives you the adequate nutrition your body needs.

5 surprising benefits kids get from playing board games

If you are planning a movie or dinner get-together this weekend, then ditch that plan and try something different that will be beneficial for your kids as well.

Premier League 2022-23, Arsenal overcome Manchester United 3-2: Key stats

Premier League 2022-23 leaders Arsenal beat Manchester United 3-2 in a pulsating contest at the Emirates on Sunday.

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Resto-moded BMW 1602, with carbon-fiber panels, is a hand-sculpted delight

Paul Lefevre, a French surfboard shaper and builder, has showcased a one-of-a-kind resto-moded 1969 BMW 1602, with hand-sculpted carbon fiber body panels.

22 Jan 2023

Step by step guide to ace the glossy makeup look

Popularized by celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Zendaya, the glossy makeup look is on trend now and gives a healthy and natural luminosity to your face.

Cigarettes After Sex's Greg Gonzalez on breakup with Nour Petite

Cigarettes After Sex lead singer Greg Gonzalez has revealed that he broke up with writer Nour Petite in a recent interview with Hindustan Times.

Indian men's hockey team knocked out of World Cup 2023

India's campaign in the ongoing Hockey World Cup came to an end against New Zealand in the crossover match on Sunday.

Premier League 2022-23, Erling Haaland smashes hat-trick versus Wolves: Stats

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland smashed his fourth hat-trick in what was his 19th Premier League appearance on Sunday.

Wipro fires 452 freshers citing poor performance in internal assessment

India's leading IT firm Wipro has fired over 450 new employees citing poor performance amid unabated layoffs in the corporate and IT sectors.

Australian Open 2023: Azarenka to face Pegula in quarter-finals

Two-time Australian Open winner Victoria Azarenka came from behind to beat Zhu Lin 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 in the fourth round of the Australian Open 2023 on Sunday.

5 foods that lead to excessive hair loss

Diet plays an important role in maintaining your hair health.

Do you know these beauty benefits of calendula

Also called pot marigolds, calendula flowers are not only pretty to look at but also great for your skin and can help hydrate, tighten, and protect it.

TV actor couple Dipika Kakar, Shoaib Ibrahim announce pregnancy

TV actor couple Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim on Sunday took to Instagram to announce the news of their pregnancy.

Kylie Jenner reveals son's new name, shares first photos

Kylie Jenner on Sunday took to Instagram to post the first set of photos with her and Travis Scott's 11-month-old son and also revealed his new name—Aire.

Australian Open 2023, Stefanos Tsitsipas through to quarter-finals: Key stats

Third seed Stefanos Tsitsipas earned a hard-fought win over 15th-seeded Jannik Sinner in the fourth round of men's singles at the Australian Open.

Assam CM Sarma gets call from Shah Rukh; Here's why

Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma revealed that he spoke to Shah Rukh Khan on Sunday, hours after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader's 'Who is SRK' remark.

Infinix ZERO 5G to debut in India on February 4

Infinix has announced the launch date for its upcoming 5G smartphone, dubbed Infinix ZERO 5G.

2024 Kia Carnival spotted testing ahead of global debut

South Korean carmaker Kia Motors is gearing up to launch the facelifted version of its full-size people mover, the Carnival, for the global markets.

'Pathaan' protests: Will maintain law and order, assures Assam CM

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma tweeted on Sunday that Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has called him to express concern over the protests in Assam against his upcoming film Pathaan.

Apple's MacBook Air (2020) gets Rs. 40,000 discount on Flipkart

Apple's MacBook Air (2020) with an M1 chip, is now available for purchase with steep discounts and exchange offers via Flipkart.

Shubman Gill owns the highest average in ODIs: Stats 

Extending his sensational run in the 50-over format, Shubman Gill played another fine knock in the second ODI versus New Zealand.

Ravindra Jadeja to play in Ranji Trophy: Decoding his stats 

Veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is gearing up to feature in Saurashtra's final Ranji Trophy 2022-23 match against Tamil Nadu.

Bihar: 70-year-old dragged on car's bonnet, crushed to death

In yet another case of hit-and-drag, a car crashed into an elderly man in Bihar and reportedly dragged him for nearly eight kilometers.

Smog blankets Delhi amid 'poor' air quality; AQI at 245

Residents of Delhi woke up to a misty morning on Sunday, with the national capital reporting a minimum temperature of eight degrees Celsius.

Akshay Kumar, Emraan Hashmi starrer 'Selfiee' trailer finally out!

Ahead of Selfiee's premiere on February 24, 2023, the makers of the upcoming comedy-drama movie have finally released its trailer!

California: Mass shooting at Chinese New Year event, 9 dead

At least nine people were killed in a mass shooting incident in California, United States, Reuters reported on Sunday.

Jaydev Unadkat completes 100th First-Class match: Key stats 

Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat completed 100 First-Class games in the Ranji Trophy clash versus Andhra.

Vivek Agnihotri's snarky remarks on Rahul Gandhi's take on flying

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri took to Twitter on Sunday to mock Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his statements about "flying" and his mindset of being a pilot.

India suffer first defeat in Women's U-19 T20 WC: Stats 

Team India on Saturday (January 21) suffered their first defeat in the inaugural ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup.

Premier League 2022-23: Newcastle extend unbeaten record; West Ham win

Crystal Palace held high-flying Newcastle United to a 0-0 draw in a crucial Premier League 2022-23 fixture.

Prior to debut, Moto G23 revealed in leaked renders

Motorola is prepping for the launch of another G-series phone, dubbed Moto G23.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra gets discounted by Rs. 19,000

Samsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra continues to be the most popular flagship offering to date. It was unveiled in February 2022, as the range-topping phone in the S22 series.

Australian Open 2023, Sania Mirza loses in women's doubles: Stats

Indian tennis star Sania Mirza and her women's doubles partner Anna Danilina have crashed out in the second round of the 2023 Australian Open.

Jeremy Renner reveals he broke 30+ bones in snowplow accident

Actor Jeremy Renner has shared an update about his health condition and revealed that he broke more than 30 bones in the snowplow accident at his home in Nevada on New Year's Day.

Uttarakhand: 3.8 magnitude earthquake rocks Pithoragarh

During the wee hours of Sunday, Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh was rocked by a 3.8 magnitude earthquake.

Shraddha Walkar murder: Police's 3000-draft chargesheet ready, legal approval awaited

The Delhi Police is awaiting a go-ahead from legal experts to submit its chargesheet against Aaftab Poonawala accused of murdering his live-in partner Shraddha Walkar, ANI reported citing sources.

Honda Activa Smart to be launched tomorrow: What to expect

Japanese marque Honda is gearing up to unveil the all-new Activa Smart in India tomorrow (January 23). The upcoming scooter will feature an anti-theft Honda Ignition Security System (HISS).

India, England make gains in ICC Men's ODI Rankings: Details

The Rohit Sharma-led India have jumped to the third spot in the latest ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings.

Shoaib Akhtar pulls out of his biopic, warns makers: Details 

In a shocking announcement, Shoaib Akhtar has disassociated himself from his biopic 'Rawalpindi Express - Running against the odds'.

IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

After sealing the series 2-0, India will fight for a whitewash in the third and final ODI versus New Zealand on Tuesday (January 24).

Australian Open 2023: Karen Khachanov and Sebastian Korda reach quarter-finals

18th seed Karen Khachanov made light work of Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka to enter the quarter-finals of men's singles at the Australian Open.

How you can teach your child to cope with anger

Anger is one of the most common and normal emotions experienced by us.

Pakistan's Diana Baig ruled out of Women's T20 World Cup

In what can be called a major blow to Team Pakistan, Diana Baig has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2023.

WhatsApp introduces new feature to simplify group interactions on iOS

WhatsApp has released a new update for the iOS platform, which is pretty useful for group admins.

Remembering writer-director Neeraj Vora's best work on his birth anniversary

Actor, writer, and director Neeraj Vora would have turned 60 today.

Order books for Citroen eC3 open in India; launch soon

French carmaker Citroen unveiled its first-ever electric offering, the eC3 in India last week. Now, the brand has opened the order books for the EV against a token amount of Rs. 25,000.

Australian Open 2023: Rybakina knocks out Swiatek; Gauff stunned

World number one Iga Swiatek was knocked out of the fourth round in the women's singles match at the Australian Open on Sunday.

Cold wave returns North India with rainfall on Tuesday: IMD

The North India including the national capital Delhi will again witness cold wave conditions in the last week of January days after a brief respite.

TN: 14-year-old gored to death by bull during Jallikattu event

A 14-year-old boy who came to Tamil Nadu's Dharmapuri to watch the bull-taming sport—Jallikattu—died after a bull gored him.

'Avatar: The Way of Water' becomes India's highest-grossing Hollywood film

James Cameron's Hollywood magnum opus Avatar: The Way of Water arrived in theaters with a splash in December and has been breaking one record after the other all over the world!

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Tether rates

Bitcoin has climbed by 1.2% in the past 24 hours and is now trading at $22,885.74. It is 8.9% higher than last week.

Rajinikanth starrer 'Jailer' release postponed, clash with 'PS-2' averted

Rajinikanth starrer Jailer is one of the most anticipated films of 2023, given the buzz it has created since it was launched last year.

Bentley Bentayga EWB Azure v/s Rolls-Royce Cullinan: Which is better?

Bentley has launched the Bentayga EWB Azure in India with a sticker price of Rs. 6 crore (ex-showroom).

COVID-19 outbreak has infected 80% of Chinese population

A prominent government scientist claimed on Saturday that the possibility of a major COVID-19 rebound in China in the coming two or three months is unlikely, as the virus has infected 80% of its population.

Free Fire MAX codes for January 22: How to redeem

Garena introduced Free Fire MAX with aesthetic upgrades in September 2021.

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Elon Musk's Twitter to get fewer advertisements, ad-free subscription plan

In a series of tweets, Twitter CEO Elon Musk claimed that the microblogging platform will show fewer advertisements to Twitter Blue subscribers in the coming weeks.

iQOO 11 v/s OnePlus 11: Which one offers more value?

In India, iQOO has set the bar for 2023 with its latest flagship phone, iQOO 11.

5 ways to teach your children true sportsmanship

Sports entail not only physical activity but also evoke many emotions in a player.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Understanding filmmaker Rohit Shetty's successful cop universe

Filmmaker Rohit Shetty has a rare distinction attached to his name—barring Cirkus, he has seen success in almost all his movies and is celebrated for understanding the pulse of the audience.

You must try these life changing lasagna recipes

A type of pasta dish, lasagna is usually made of flat handmade sheets with rich layers of cheese, meat, veggies, spices, and seasonings oozing out from between the layers.

2023 Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS: List of the top features

Hyundai has launched the Grand i10 NIOS with MY-2023 upgrades in India at a starting price of Rs. 5.68 lakh (ex-showroom).