PS4-exclusive Spider-Man Collector's and Special Edition pre-orders open in India
The two limited edition variants of the upcoming Spider-Man game - Spider-Man Collector's Edition and Spider-Man Special Edition - will reportedly be launched in India alongside the regular variant on September 7.
7 advantages Android users have over iOS users
The 'Android vs iOS' debate has been raging for over a decade now, and despite different groups putting forth different arguments, there seems to be no resolution to it.
Indian healthcare system still has hope. Here's why
We have one doctor for 1674 people. Healthcare expenditure is out-of-pocket for 62% Indians, forcing over 63 million into poverty every year.
Manchester United to target Zinedine Zidane if Jose Mourinho departs
Premier League giants Manchester United would target to onboard former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane, if current boss Jose Mourinho decides to part ways.
OnePlus beats Samsung, Apple to top India's premium smartphone market
OnePlus has, for the first time since its arrival in India, surpassed heavyweights like Apple and Samsung to lead the country's fast-growing premium smartphone segment, according to a report by market research firm Counterpoint.
#TravelBytes: 5 Indian places that are prettier than Europe
Considering the humongous costs involved, we dare say that Europe is over-hyped.
2018 Apple iPhones to support dual-SIM, hints iOS 12 beta
Earlier this year, some reports suggested that 2018 iPhones will support dual-SIM cards. And now, Apple's own iOS 12 is lending credence to these reports.
#FinancialBytes: Reasons to file ITR even if income is non-taxable
Many people assume that since their estimated net income for the year doesn't exceed the tax exemption limit, they need not file an income tax return (ITR).
The mad genius of Bobby Fischer
American chess icon, Bobby Fischer, is one of the greatest chess players of all time.
Swiggy launches paid subscription program to compete with Zomato
On Tuesday, Swiggy, one of India's largest online food delivery platforms, announced the launch of its paid subscription program called Swiggy Super, initially to be rolled out to "limited users" in seven Indian cities.
All you need to know about Nepal cricket team
Nepal cricket team scripted history, today, when they locked horns with the Netherlands in their first ever one-day international.
Real Madrid in 2018: Heading for a crisis?
Real Madrid have seen phenomenal success over the last 5 seasons, winning the Champions League four times and thrice in a row.
Over 150 IS fighters surrender in Afghanistan's north: Officials
More than 150 Islamic State fighters surrendered in Afghanistan today, officials said, a move which they and the Taliban hailed as the end of the extremist group in the northern part of the country.
Bengaluru: Samaritans fight India's hunger problem through community fridges
In a country where 3,000 children die every day due to malnutrition, community fridges are a heartwarming idea.
Cabinet reverses SC order, takes SC/ST Act to original form
Right before the 2019 elections and a week ahead of planned Dalit protests, the Union Cabinet has introduced a bill in parliament restoring the original provisions of the SC/ST Act.
London: Historic India Club saved from demolition
The India Club in London, a hub for Indian nationalists in the UK during the Indian independence movement in 1930s-40s, has been saved from demolition after Westminster City Council's planning committee refused to give permission to Marston Properties (building's freeholders) to demolish the Club to build a luxury hotel.
Curious case of Pseudo Liberals and their beliefs
Let's get this out first - women suffer more than men, Dalits have traditionally suffered more than upper-caste Hindus, and Khans/Kapoors/Ambanis have easy access to almost everything.
She didn't read before signing.Now she's lost privacy AND profits
Six years ago, South African author Shubnum unexpectedly found her face in an immigration ad in a Canadian newspaper.
#IndiaInEngland: India's biggest worry is not middle-order but slip catching
Without a shadow of doubt, Kohli and Co. need to improve their slip catching.
Shah Rukh meets survivors of childhood cancer at his home
Shah Rukh Khan today met survivors of childhood cancer at his residence before they left for World Children's Winners Games 2018 in Moscow to represent India.
Near-fatal accident on Agra-Lucknow Expressway after road caves in
Four people narrowly escaped death as their car fell into a 20-feet deep ditch along the Agra Lucknow Expressway this morning.
WATCH: Dhoni does a bike stunt in Ranchi, impresses fans
Former Indian cricket skipper MS Dhoni has taken the social media by storm after doing a bike stunt at his hometown in Ranchi.
Telangana: 11 trafficked minors, given sex hormone injections, rescued
Telangana Police have rescued 11 minors, including girls as young as five, from sex traffickers in the temple town of Yadagirigutta in Yadadri Bhongir.
India's boat racing team to participate in Asian Games
The Indian boat racing team is set to feature at the upcoming Asian Games 2018 this month, which is to be held in Indonesia.
Flipkart's upcoming free loyalty program to compete with Amazon Prime
In a bid to take on Amazon's Prime subscription service, Walmart-owned Flipkart has now announced the launch of a similar customer benefits program called 'Flipkart Plus' on August 15.
John Abraham to play ACP Rathod in 'Sarfarosh' sequel?
According to media reports, 'Sarfarosh' director John Matthew Matthan has been working on a script for the sequel of the mega blockbuster.
Mumbai: Married man stabs girlfriend 14 times suspecting cheating
A father's hunch helped Mumbai police crack a murder case within four hours.
5 husband-wife duos in WWE history
The world of WWE, mostly, sees scripted fights, feuds, romances, and storylines.
5 rules about online train ticket-cancellation refund policy
Not all plans are meant to be.
UK man pees on fire to extinguish it,gets hero's reception
Quick thinking helped extinguish an inferno on the world's longest pleasure pier before it could become uncontrollable.
I thought the script was wonderful: Katrina on joining 'Bharat'
Katrina Kaif says she has always selected films on the "basis of scripts" and this is why she decided to come on board as the leading lady of 'Bharat' after Priyanka Chopra's departure from the project.
Kerala man missing for two months in UAE found dead
The body of an Indian man working in the UAE has been recovered from the sea by the Abu Dhabi police, two months after he went missing.
Facebook removes 32 fake accounts involved in political influence campaign
Facebook has removed 32 fake accounts and pages that it says were involved in "coordinated inauthentic behavior" and political influence campaign to manipulate voters ahead of 2016 US Presidential elections.
Loans to get costlier as RBI hikes repo rate again
The RBI today increased repo rates by 25 basis points to 6.5%, the second hike in two months, making housing and automobile loans costlier.
Indian Oil tops 7 Indian firms on Fortune 500 list
Seven Indian companies have made it to the latest Fortune 500 list of the world's biggest corporations in terms of revenue, with the state-owned Indian Oil Corp (IOC) continuing to be the highest ranked Indian firm and Reliance Industries (RIL) jumping 53 places.
Seems like you have to wait longer for WhatsApp Payments
WhatsApp's Payments service has hit yet another hurdle in India - now, the government has reportedly told WhatsApp that it can't roll out the service till it sets up an office and recruits a team in India.
England vs India: Virat Kohli eyes another milestone
Indian skipper Virat Kohli is a man of many records. His tryst with milestones is a regular phenomenon.
Pakistan: Imran's private-house vulnerable to threats, to move into official-residence
A house in Ministers' Enclave in Islamabad will be declared the official residence of Imran Khan, who is set to become Pakistan's new Prime Minister, as his private house is vulnerable to threats, Dawn reported.
West Indies thrash Bangladesh in a rain-curtailed T20I
West Indies romped home with an all-round performance in the first T20I against Bangladesh.
Study says India's population growth rate is highly overestimated
India's population growth rate is highly overestimated by existing models, say scientists who suggest that accounting for the diversity and differences in the levels of education among people can help arrive at more accurate projections.
'Fanney Khan' clears Supreme Court roadblock, will release this Friday
'Fanney Khan' release had recently been jeopardized due to a civil suit between the producers.
#HealthBytes: The 5 best calcium-rich food items
Calcium is one of the most important minerals our body needs.
Air India airhostess proudly retires as daughter co-pilots last flight
To retire as proudly as Mumbai-based Pooja Chinchankar did would be everyone's dream.
US: 3D-printed guns now? Thankfully, the judge blocks the release
A day back, it seemed that the floodgates of gun control were about to burst open in the US, with schematics for 3D-printed guns and supporting software slated to go public from August 1.
Ex-Trump aide Paul Manafort considered himself above the law: Prosecutors
Paul Manafort orchestrated a multimillion-dollar conspiracy to evade US tax, leaving behind a trail of lies as he lived a lavish lifestyle, prosecutors said as they laid out their case against the former Trump campaign chairman.
Apple's Q3 performance: Check out the mind-boggling numbers
In a volatile market which saw Facebook and Twitter lose 20% of their value, Apple has, rather unsurprisingly, reported strong results for its third quarter, ended June 30.
Suhana's first steps in the showbiz, dad SRK is overwhelmed
At 18, King Khan's daughter Suhana is the cover star of the August issue of Vogue. Unsurprisingly, the cover was launched by SRK himself.
English football: Now red and yellow cards for managers too
The Football Association (FA) will punish the managers for behaving badly on the sidelines from this season onwards.
Kanwar-Yatra: Star attraction 'Golden Baba' dons 20kg gold this year!
Giving tough competition to 'Gold-Man' aka music composer Bappi Lahiri is Golden Baba.
WTA San Jose: Williams loses to Konta in straight sets
The 23-time Grand slam winner and former world number 1, Serena Williams, crashed out of the WTA San Jose tournament after losing to England's Johanna Konta.
Maratha protests: Agitators launch 'jail bharo' agitation in Mumbai
Maratha outfits launched a 'jail bharo andolan' today demanding reservation in jobs and education.
Redmi Note 5, Mi TV flash sales today on Flipkart
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro and Mi TVs will go on sale in India, starting 12pm today.
2,300 people watch as man hangs himself live on Facebook
A resident of Pataudi, 28km from Gurugram, hung himself in his house on Monday evening after a fight with his wife, and live-streamed the entire act.
All unselected H-1B visa petitions for FY 2019 returned: US
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) yesterday said that it has returned all the unselected H-1B visa petitions for the fiscal year 2019, beginning October 1 which were submitted to the agency in April.
Delhi Metro: Lajpat Nagar-South Campus Pink Line opening August 6
The Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus-Lajpat Nagar section of Delhi Metro's Pink Line will be inaugurated on August 6.
US: Trump considering rules on citizens printing 3D plastic guns
US President Donald Trump yesterday said he was looking into whether Americans should be able to print their own guns, dipping his toe into the latest contentious debate over the right to bear arms.
Plane crashes in Mexico, all 101 on board survive
A Mexican Embraer jet with 101 people onboard crashed while taking off from Durango yesterday amid a hail storm.
7 top-rated games for PlayStation 4 released in 2018
Sony launched its eighth-generation video game console, PlayStation 4, in 2013. Over the last five years, PS4 has become a leader in the game console market.
2019 Suzuki Vitara facelift officially unveiled ahead of launch
Ahead of its market launch, Suzuki Motor Corporation has unveiled the 2019 Vitara facelift.
8 best colleges, universities for engineering in North India
Most science students in India opt for engineering after Class 12; a career in engineering is preferred by many as it offers an exciting variety of job opportunities.
The most common types of US visas for Indians
The US is one of the world's most visited countries and anyone wishing to enter it must first obtain a visa.
Xiaomi Mi A2 to be launched on August 8
Xiaomi's recently launched Android One smartphone, the Mi A2, will launch in India on August 8 and will be sold exclusively via Amazon, a listing by the e-commerce giant has confirmed.
OPPO F9 Pro smartphone: Everything we know so far
As the successor to its F7 smartphone, Chinese electronics giant OPPO is now working to launch the F9 and F9 Pro.
Kids from second-marriage have no rights on joint-property: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court, recently, gave relief to a woman and her two daughters, who were thrown out of their house. The court maintained that only they have rights on the joint-property.
#IndiaInEngland: Records don't favor India at Edgbaston
England will script history, tomorrow, when they lock horns with India in the first Test of the series.
Google Maps now predicts how much you'll like a restaurant
Google now helps you find 'matches', but not in the Tinder kind of way.
Smartphones of the future: What to expect in coming years
2018 has already seen some head-turners as far as smartphone innovation is concerned, with the likes of the OPPO Find X and Vivo Nex, and will see some more with major releases like the RED Hydrogen One, new iPhones etc. later in the year.
Now, Anil Kapoor's 'Fanney Khan' release hits roadblock
'Fanney Khan' is the latest in the line of movies to be stalled over legal disputes.
Lenovo to launch first 5G smartphone with Snapdragon 855 processor
The groundwork is being done for the next big thing(s) in the smartphone space - 5G connectivity and next-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset - both of which should be available by 2019.
A near-empty Edgbaston to welcome India and England tomorrow?
England's 1000th Test might witness swaths of empty seats greeting them as they face India tomorrow at Edgbaston.
NRC aftermath: Prateek Hajela, the man who's running the show
The complete draft of National Register of Citizens (NRC) that was published yesterday has sent people into a tizzy.
Maharashtra Class-10 students are reading textbooks full of errors
If you or someone you know studies under the Maharashtra board, what you're learning might cause big trouble.
Anil Kapoor's tribute to Mohammed Rafi on his 38th death-anniversary
Anil Kapoor has recreated Mohammed Rafi's classic song 'Badan pe sitare' in his own inimitable style to remember the legendary playback singer on his 38th death anniversary.
Leak: Google 'Pixel Stand' will be a wireless charger-cum-smart speaker
We're a solid two months away from finding out Google's plans for its Pixel 3 flagship.
For better viewing experience, 'Gold' to release in IMAX format
Akshay Kumar's upcoming film 'Gold' will be released in IMAX theatres in India and select international markets beginning August 15.
#IndiaInNewZealand: Schedule of 2019 tour announced
In January, next year, Indian men and women will lock horns with their New Zealand counterparts in ODIs.
Saudi Arabia's King Salman begins vacation in $500bn, unbuilt mega-city
According to state media reports, Saudi Arabia's King Salman is taking a holiday in the as-yet-unbuilt $500bn futuristic mega-city, NEOM, that his son, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, has pledged to build from scratch.
NET July 2018 results declared: Here's how to check
The CBSE has declared the results of the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted this month.
Beyond money, 'Sanju' adds another feather to its cap
Rajkumar Hirani-directed 'Sanju' has become the first Bollywood production to be presented during the New Horizons Festivals, Poland.
A chest-thumping Amit Shah says no-one dared to implement NRC
BJP President Amit Shah spoke on the Assam NRC issue in the Rajya Sabha today and said only this government had the courage to implement it.
SC refuses to review its order in controversial Loya death-case
The SC has dismissed a petition seeking a review of its April ruling in the Judge BH Loya death case, reiterating again that he died a natural death.
Imran Khan's PTI considering inviting Modi for his oath-taking ceremony
Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf is considering inviting the leaders of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi to his oath-taking ceremony as the premier next month, a party official said today.
After 'Sanju', Ranbir Kapoor might star in 'Mogul'
The Gulshan Kumar biopic 'Mogul' was floundering after Akshay Kumar's exit over creative differences regarding the script.
London court extends Mallya's bail, seeks video of Indian prison
A London court hearing the extradition case of Vijay Mallya has asked India to provide videos of Mumbai's Arthur Road Jail, after he argued that his human rights would be violated in prison.
Sushant Singh to play Chanakya, Kalam in 12-episode series biopic
Sushant Singh Rajput is set to essay 12 real-life characters, including political strategist Chanakya, poet Rabindranath Tagore, and former Indian President APJ Abdul Kalam, in a 12-episode series biopic.
Shirdi Saibaba temple gets Rs. 6.66cr donations on Guru Poornima
The Saibaba temple in Maharashtra's Shirdi received donations worth Rs. 6.66 crore during the three-day "Guru Poornima" festival, an official said today.
Mika Singh robbed of cash, valuables worth Rs. 3 lakh
Bollywood singer Mika Singh has lodged a complaint of theft of cash and jewelry worth about Rs. 3L at his Mumbai home, a police official said today.
Mimicking Ethan Hunt's stunts? Not 'Mission Impossible' for Mumbai Police
From 'Race-3' to popular sitcom 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' and teen drama '13 reasons why', Mumbai Police have posted tweets with its own twists to all.
Maneka Gandhi, WCD minster, claims she didn't know 'transgender'. Disturbing
Days after Women and Child Development Minister Maneka Gandhi created controversy by calling transgenders "the other ones," she has tweeted an "apology," claiming she didn't know "the official terminology for the transgender community."
For Karunanidhi's recovery, don't follow superstitions, DMK-cadres told
Dravida Kazhagam (DMK) leader K. Veeramani, on Monday, asked the cadres to not follow superstitions and stated the patriarch M Karunanidhi will get better with medicines only.
Indian H-1B visa petitions are getting rejected more than ever
According to a report by an American non-profit body, there has been a marked increase in denial of H-1B visa petitions of Indians, as compared to people of other nationalities.
Fearing condoms may burst, Durex recalls batch
Condom makers Durex recalled ten batches of its non-latex Real Feel and Latex Free condoms sold in the United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland, over the fear that they might burst.
Gurugram: 'Intoxicated' cop blocks road and dances, because he can!
A police inspector and his friend gave quite a show to passers-by at Sheetla Mata Road, Gurugram, in the wee hours of Monday.
Unknown and interesting facts about WWE legend 'The Rock'
The Rock is, arguably, one of the most popular wrestlers of all time.
US signs MoU with Indian company for power-project in AP
The US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) and Indian private sector firm IL&FS Energy Development Company Limited (IEDCL) have signed a MoU for the development of a 41 MW hybrid wind, solar, and energy storage power plant in Andhra Pradesh.
Kerala issues alert after Idukki dam water level approaches limits
An Orange alert has been issued along the banks of the Periyar in Kerala as water level in the Idukki dam rose to 2395ft at night yesterday.
'Mulk' in trouble? Court stays release, makers react
'Mulk' which was scheduled to be released on August 3 might be delayed as a sessions court in Mumbai granted an interim stay-order.
Google Pixel 3 XL leak shows deeper notch: Details here
We know Google is expected to launch the next generation of its Pixel smartphones sometime in October this year.
You can give suggestions to Modi for his I-Day speech
PM Narendra Modi has asked citizens to give ideas for his Independence Day address, which he will give from the Red Fort.
Demonetization: Hyderabad firm that deposited Rs. 3,000cr missing from registered-address
A Hyderabad-based company that suspiciously deposited and withdrew Rs. 3,178cr during demonetization is nowhere to be found at its registered address, TOI reports.
Today, you can see Mars with naked eyes: Details here
July has already been a great month for stargazers, and it's set to end with a bang.
#IndiainEngland: Who said what about the first Test?
The much-awaited Test series between England and India kicks off tomorrow at Edgbaston.
Delhi: 63-year-old 'Casanova' robber mistakes CCTV for bulb, nabbed
This is a tale of one Ram, albeit of 63yrs, and his five 'Sitas,' aged 28-40 years.
Another Burari? Seven family members found dead in Ranchi
A month after the shocking Burari case, a family of seven has been found dead in their Ranchi house.
After 8 years, Abhi-Ash to do a movie together
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai finally agreed to do 'Gulab Jamun', Anurag Kashyap's movie, after hesitating for months.
Indonesia quake: More than 500 hikers rescued from Lombok volcano
Over 500 hikers and their guides have been successfully evacuated from a volcano in Lombok island of Indonesia after a deadly earthquake triggered landslides that trapped them on the mountain.
You can now make group voice, video calls on WhatsApp
In May, at Facebook's F8 developers conference, the social media giant had announced that its messaging platform, WhatsApp, would be bringing group calls with voice and video support.
Trump says he is ready to meet Iranian President Rouhani
Softening his tone, US President Donald Trump today said he is ready to meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani without preconditions to craft a new deal over its nuclear program after threatening Tehran of grave consequences.
BJP will prepare Bengal-NRC if voted to power: Dilip Joshi
West Bengal BJP Chief Dilip Joshi, on Monday, said the party will come up with National Register of Citizens in Bengal, just like Assam, if voted to power.
#NewPolicy: Are these the last days of cheap online shopping?
Online shoppers might be in for some bad news if the government's new draft e-commerce policy is approved.
As Yamuna-level approaches 5-year high, locals allege no government help
Even as the Yamuna inched towards touching its highest water level since 2013, several locals alleged the government has provided no help.
Priyanka Chopra to romance this heartthrob in her next Hollywood-project
Priyanka Chopra has bagged her next Hollywood project, which is grand in every sense. Desi Girl will romance (wait for it) Chris Pratt in the movie 'Cowboy Ninja Viking'.
India key partner of US in Indo-Pacific region: Trump Admin
India is a key partner in America's efforts to ensure peace, stability, and prosperity in the strategic Indo-Pacific region, Trump administration said.
Bihar shelter-home: NGO-owner's newspaper got govt ads worth Rs. 30L
The probe into the Muzaffarpur shelter sexual abuse case has led to more skeletons tumbling out of accused Brajesh Thakur's closet.
Modi congratulates Imran Khan on phone, talks about development, peace
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan, on Monday, to congratulate him on his victory in the recently concluded general elections.
World's 5 most expensive smartphones that money can buy
When the iPhone X launched last year, it took many of us by surprise - one for its never-seen-before notched display and two, for its hefty price tag of $1000.
2018 Honda CR-V India launch expected this festive season
Honda Motors will launch its 2018 CR-V in India around the festive season i.e. September-October period, according to people familiar with the matter.
This is how you can apply for an Aadhaar card
Aadhaar card is one the most important documents that each and every Indian citizen should have.
Where are all the JEE toppers (2009-13) now?
Joint Entrance Examination-Advanced (earlier IIT-JEE), one of the world's toughest exams, is the gateway for admission into the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technologies.
8 helpful smartphone apps you should teach your parents about
Smartphones have made our lives extremely easy thanks to a number of apps that enable us to do almost everything with a few taps.
