Internet privacy: US opens doors for exploitation of users' data
In an alarming move, the US House of Representatives revoked internet privacy rules approved days before President Donald Trump's election, that made it mandatory for service providers to obtain consent before selling consumers' data.
NewsBytes RTI: Did AAP conduct Mohalla Sabhas in Delhi?
AAP has to begin its campaigning for MCD elections by March-end.
For the first time, India becomes net-exporter of power
The Central Electricity Authority, which manages India's cross border trade of electricity has stated that India, for the first time has become a net exporter of electricity.
Mumbai: Western Railways fix plastic recycling machines at railway stations
Owing to the success of the 'Swachh Bharat Recycle Machine' at Churchgate station, the Western Railways (WR) has broadened its initiative and plans to install 20 more plastic bottle-crushing machines at 10 suburban stations.
Chhetri's last-minute goal helps India defeat Myanmar
Indian captain Sunil Chhetri struck in last minute to give India a 1-0 victory against Myanmar in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers at Yangon.
Karnataka government wants to "rehabilitate" transgender beggars
The government of Karnataka announced the formation of 'vigilance-squads' who will arrest transgender women begging on Bengaluru streets in order to "rehabilitate" them.
Delhi: Mumbai Angels to conduct Angel Investing Masterclass
Mumbai Angels (MA) is known for being one of India's largest angel networks which has provided assistance to several start-ups, entrepreneurs and professionals.
GST Bills: Employee amenities, gifts made taxable
An examination of the recently introduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill reveal that the tax could be levied on certain perks provided by employers to employees, that fall outside Cost to Company (CTC).
Brazil becomes the first team to qualify for FIFA WC
Brazil became the first team to book a spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Illegal mining: HC bans mining for four months in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand HC has ordered a ban on all mining activities in the state for four months, and directed the government to form a panel to determine whether mining activities should be allowed at all.
Gloomy Brexit Report: MPs stage walkout
Pro-Brexit MPs "politely walked out" of a meeting of the Brexit Select Committee after a report presented was deemed "too gloomy".
Trump signs orders to kill Obama's climate change policies
President Donald Trump has ratified and signed an administrative order which will roll back Obama-era edicts aimed at controlling climate change.
Modigate: Interpol rejects India's Red Notice request against Lalit Modi
Interpol has rejected the Enforcement Directorate's request of getting Red Corner Notice issued against former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi in a money laundering case in the T20 cricket tournament.
Trump's anti-ISIS strategy effective?
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met his counterparts from the countries that make up the coalition against ISIS, reminding them that defeating ISIS remains Washington's priority.
Cristiano Ronaldo most paid footballer in 2016-17
Real Madrid's Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo has been named as the best paid footballer for the year 2016-17 by France Football.
AAP MLAs disqualification case: Election Commission concludes hearing
The Election Commission (EC) concluded the hearing on the 'Office-of-Profit' case against 21 AAP MLAs who were appointed as Parliamentary Secretaries in 2015.
FIFA bans Lionel Messi for insulting match official
FIFA handed a four-match international ban to Lionel Messi after the Argentine forward was ruled guilty of insulting an assistant referee during a World Cup qualifier against Chile.
Ola cabs to introduce fully electric taxis
ANI Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Ola Cabs' parent company, is set to introduce fully electric cars as Ola cabs on a pilot basis across major Indian cities within three months.
Marijuana legalization: Canada moves one step closer
The ruling Liberal government in Canada is all set to announce legislation that will legalize marijuana in the country by July 2018.
Centre approves 101 cold-chain projects to curb food wastage
The government approved 101 cold-chain projects across the country, to attempt to curb the problem of food wastage in India.
Bengaluru man forced wife to have sex with dog, arrested
Katakol police arrested a man from Belagavi district, who forced his 25-year-old wife to have sex with a dog.
NFL franchise Oakland Raiders set to move to Las Vegas
National Football League (NFL) franchise Oakland Raiders are all set to relocate to Las Vegas after the relocation was approved by NFL's club owners.
Audit of PUC centres in Delhi discloses flaws
Till Mid-March, the transport department of Delhi carried out audits at 709 out of the 968 pollution under control (PUC) centres.
Parliament clears Mental Healthcare Bill which seeks to decriminalize suicide
The Parliament cleared Mental Healthcare Bill after Lok Sabha approved 134 amendments made by the Rajya Sabha in August 2016.
Pollution connected to monsoons: IIT-Bombay study
A new study conducted at IIT-Bombay discovered a relation between local pollution and the intensity of rain.
Elon Musk's start-up aims to download information via brain implants
SpaceX and Tesla CEO, Elon Musk is now putting his money in a venture that aims to change how we perceive technology.
Is Ravindra Jadeja India's go-to test player?
ICC's number one bowler Ravindra Jadeja is the second highest wicket-taker of the 2016-17 season.
7 Indian start-ups showcase their mettle on demo day
One of the most influential accelerators, Y Combinator hosts a demo day twice a year, where its latest batch of funded start-ups showcase themselves in front of Silicon Valley investors, founders and press.
Political drama in Bihar: MP Pappu Yadav arrested for nuisance
The Patna police arrested the Jan Adhikar Party-Loktantrik (JAP-L) patron and Madhepura MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav.
India, Pakistan to hold maritime meet
Sources stated that India may host the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency next month for a meeting focused on maritime security with the Indian Coast Guard.
Netherlands fire manager Danny Blind after embarrassing WC loss
Netherlands removed Danny Blind as its national team manager, following a deplorable 2-0 loss to Bulgaria in the 2018 World Cup qualifiers.
