ICC approves T10 cricket league in Sharjah
Cricket fans will witness the shortest format of the game in the United Arab Emirates after the ICC approved the second edition of T10 league in Sharjah.
Madras HC conducts emergency hearing on Karunanidhi's burial space
The Madras HC is conducting an emergency hearing on a petition by the DMK, which has challenged the TN government's refusal to let its party chief Karunanidhi be buried next to CN Annadurai's memorial at Marina Beach.
Fossil's all-new smartwatches get heart-rate sensor, NFC payments, built-in GPS
US watch and accessory maker Fossil has launched its fourth-generation Fossil Q smartwatches.
Karunanidhi denied Marina beach burial, violence erupts
The late DMK chief, M Karunanidhi will not be buried at Marina beach alongside top Dravidian leaders, said the Tamil Nadu government.
#HealthBytes: Top 5 food items for enhanced sexual health
A satisfying sexual life results in overall emotional, physical, and mental well-being among couples, and vice-versa.
Kohli already close to becoming a legend: MS Dhoni
The most successful Indian cricket captain of all time, MS Dhoni, has nothing but words of praise for his successor Virat Kohli.
Karunanidhi: 5 facts about Kalaignar, the sun of DMK
DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi passed away on Tuesday at Chennai's Kauvery Hospital, sending his sea of followers across the country in deep mourning.
Who is England's new Test player Ollie Pope?
England are set to include Ollie Pope in playing XI for the 2nd Test match, at Lord's, against India.
Kroenke offers to buy whole of Arsenal in £1.8bn deal
Arsenal's majority shareholder Stan Kroenke has offered £600m to buy the club wholly in a deal that could value the London giants at £1.8bn.
Distance education: Top open universities in India
Distance education is the perfect option for those who can't attend regular/physical college owing to their jobs or unwillingness to shift to a different city.
9-year-old India chess prodigy asked to leave UK
Shreyas Royal, a 9-year-old chess prodigy, and his family have been sent a letter by the UK Home Ministry, asking them to leave the United Kingdom by September 10.
DMK supremo Karunanidhi dies at 94
M Karunanidhi, DMK supremo, has succumbed to old-age related ailments after nearly 10 days in hospital. He was 94.
Government exploring ways to block social media; what's going on?
The Department of Telecommunication (DoT) has asked for inputs from telecom operators and internet service providers regarding ways to block social media apps like Facebook and WhatsApp during emergencies, reports Livemint.
No more elephant rides in Jim Corbett, Rajaji Reserve
Those visiting Jim Corbett and Rajaji Tiger Reserve in Uttarakhand in the hope of elephant rides are in for a big disappointment, as Uttarakhand HC has banned the commercial use of jumbos.
Deoria shelter-home: How a 10-year-old rescued 24 women from abuse
Twenty-four women were recently rescued from a shelter home in Deoria, UP, where they were suffering long-time abuse.
#FinancialBytes: How to file ITRs if you are an NRI
As per I-T department norms, non-resident Indians (NRIs), too, are subject to taxes on income, if such income is earned in India, or received or deemed to be received in India.
Reasons why India can win the second Test against England
India lost the first Test against England by 31 runs.
#IndiaInEngland: Instagram page fake, says Dada on team selection comments
Former Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly has clarified that the Instagram account bearing his name, which commented on team selection, is not his.
Ola expands to the UK to fight Uber internationally
Not to be outdone or intimidated by international ride-hailing giant Uber, Ola has decided to take the fight beyond India, its home-ground, to Europe.
Music no longer a character in Bollywood movies, says Rahman
Academy Award-winning composer AR Rahman believes music should be treated as a character in films and not something that is dispensable.
Karunanidhi "extremely critical, unstable": Chennai hospital
Thousands of police personnel have been deployed in Chennai as DMK supremo Karunanidhi's followers continued gathering outside the Kauvery Hospital, which yesterday declared his health had declined.
Hollywood film 'Alpha' to release in India on August 24
Hollywood movie 'Alpha', an epic adventure set in the last Ice Age, is going to release in India on August 24.
Dengue: Delhi hospitals asked to add beds at less tariffs
Incidence of mosquito-borne diseases in the capital is going up, with 109 cases of malaria and 56 of dengue being reported this season.
Now, a remake of Rahman's chartbuster 'Urvashi' by Honey Singh
Music maestro AR Rahman's chartbuster 'Urvashi', from Prabhudheva-Nagma-starrer 1994 Tamil film 'Kadhalan', has been recreated by Yo Yo Honey Singh.
DMRC collected Rs. 38L as fines for sitting on train-floor
Delhi Metro collected Rs. 38L as fines over 11 months from those caught sitting on the floor of the train, a Right to Information (RTI) reply said.
Sporty The Golden Retriever rules Chicago, for the right reasons
Us dog owners, we don't need alarm clocks. Our dogs double up as that.
How to use multiple WhastApp accounts on phones, PCs
With over 1.5 billion monthly active users, and over 60 million messages being sent everyday, WhatsApp, undoubtedly, remains the world's favorite messaging app.
Lice attack! Students in Delhi to get combs and shampoos
Students of a Delhi municipal corporation-run school may not be suffering from bad marks, but they are surely suffering from a bad lice problem.
Canada: Sikh man shot dead outside home, cousin injured
A 19-year-old Sikh man, Gagandeep Singh Dhaliwal, was shot dead outside his home and his cousin was injured by unidentified persons in an apparent targeted shooting in Canada's Abbotsford, police said.
Received more 'good morning' forwards than complaints on helpline: Railways
A week ago, the Railways launched a number where people can send their complaints on WhatsApp.
Time to shift to family; not joining politics: Indra Nooyi
Indra Nooyi has ruled out joining politics and will now focus on her family after her long-innings at the beverage giant PepsiCo.
Here's how you can book JioPhone 2: A step-by-step guide
First announced at Reliance's 41st AGM last month, the JioPhone 2 will be available for purchase from August 15.
Anita Kumar, first Indian-American elected to board of WH-Correspondents' Association
Anita Kumar has become the first Indian-American to be elected to the board of the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA), more than a century-old apex body of journalists covering the US President.
The 5 most popular WWE finishing moves of all time
WWE wrestlers are known for their in-ring athleticism as well as their on-mic prowess.
Rivaling Amazon, Flipkart announces Big Freedom Sale from August 10
In a bid to take on Amazon's Freedom Sale, Walmart-owned Flipkart has announced 'The Big Freedom Sale'.
#HealthBytes: Top 5 super-foods for your child's growth
A child's brain and body do not function the same way as an adult, since they're still in the initial stage of growth.
#IndiaInEngland: Will Rahane make way for Pujara?
India and England square up against each other in the second Test match at Lord's from Thursday.
'Dump garbage near L-G's house': SC rebukes Delhi government
The SC took strong exception to plans of constructing a landfill site in Delhi's Sonia Vihar without consulting residents.
Mirabai Chanu pulls-out of Asian Games to recover for Olympic-qualifiers
World Champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu today pulled out of the Asian Games after failing to recover from a lower back injury, which is yet to be fully diagnosed.
Bhansali not working with Priyanka on gangster drama, says spokesperson
Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali's spokesperson today said the director was not in talks with Priyanka Chopra for any project.
What's new in Android Pie? Here's a comprehensive guide
Since its launch 10 years ago, Google's Android operating system has seen a slew of changes over the years.
Mukul Mudgal Committee suggests jail term for dope suppliers
The Mukul Mudgal Committee has recommended that the suppliers of banned substances to athletes should be sent to prison.
Kashmir: Army major, three soldiers killed in foiled infiltration bid
An Army major and three soldiers were killed while trying to foil an infiltration bid in Bandipora, North Kashmir, this morning.
Facebook asks JP Morgan, Citibank, Chase to share customer details
Facebook has asked major US banks to share customer data to allow it to develop new services on the social network's Messenger texting platform.
Legal issues loom over Ben Stokes: Court hearing begins
England all-rounder Ben Stokes will miss the second Test against India at Lord's owing to legal troubles.
Huawei Nova 3i goes on sale today via Amazon
Huawei's recently launched camera-centric smartphone, the Nova 3i, is available starting today via Amazon.
Wig trader robs 200kg of hair worth Rs. 25 lakh
Delhi Police arrested a 42-year-old man and his aide for robbing a hair-trader of 200kg of hair (worth Rs. 25 lakh), Rs. 30,000 cash and a few mobile phones.
Yet to make film I'm entirely in love with: KJo
Karan Johar has helmed some of the biggest romantic films of this generation but the director says he is yet to make a movie he entirely loves.
US hits Iran again with tough, unilateral sanctions
The US re-imposed a wave of tough, unilateral sanctions against Iran today, bringing back into effect harsh penalties that had been lifted under a historic, multi-party nuclear agreement that President Donald Trump abandoned in May.
Over 45% engineering seats remained vacant in four years: Government
The dismal engineering education sector in India is far from recovery. Over 45% seats in AICTE-approved engineering colleges remained vacant in four years, government data shows.
US: Indian-origin man pleads guilty to taking $2.5mn in bribes
An Indian-origin man, Bhaskar Patel (67) of Windermere, Florida, has pleaded guilty to taking $2.5 million in bribes and kickbacks from companies seeking contracts to work on energy-saving projects in US government buildings.
Deoria shelter-home abuse: District administration ignored 20 letters,took no action
Officials in Bihar had at least 2.5 months to rescue more than 30 girls from abuse at a Muzaffarpur shelter home, but their delayed action meant prolonged torture for the minors.
Iraq sentences French man, German woman to life for IS-membership
An Iraqi court yesterday sentenced a French man and a German woman to life in prison in the latest punishments handed down for belonging to Islamic State jihadist group.
As Pfizer's Viagra patent ends, Indian firms prepare for dominance
Viagra, the global leader in treating impotence in men, might soon be dethroned, as pharmaceutical giant Pfizer loses its patent for the drug in the US in 2020.
Android Pie officially launched: Here's how to get it
Three months after its announcement, the much-awaited Android P has finally been launched.
#PolicyExplainer: All you need to know about government's Saubhagya Scheme
Over the years, several schemes for electrification have been launched in India, yet, there are millions of households in the country without electricity.
#TravelBytes: Top 5 road trips India has to offer
Road trips are not everyone's cup of tea, but if you dream of travelling with your friends along mesmerizing routes with some upbeat music on the stereo, then road trips are definitely up your lane.
OPPO first OEM to offer Corning's Gorilla Glass 6
If you happen to have a smartphone in your hand, its display is probably protected by Corning's Gorilla Glass.
All you need to know about bullet train's amazing features!
India's ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, expected to be completed by August 2022, may be delayed due to land acquisition hurdle in Maharashtra, but the facilities it's going to provide are surely one-of-a-kind.
Leica C-Lux digital camera launched in India for Rs. 85,000
Germany-based Leica has introduced its C-Lux digital camera in India.
#IndiaInEngland: History of India's performance at Lord's
August 9 will see India setting foot on the hallowed cricket ground where they had played their first ever Test match.
Alia Bhatt assures fans she'll continue acting after marriage
Alia Bhatt took to Instagram's 'Ask Me Anything' to interact with her 23 million followers.
Salman Khan's 'Sultan' to release in China on August 31
Salman Khan-Anushka Sharma-starrer 'Sultan' is all set to release in China on August 31, two years after its release in India.
Karunanidhi's health worsens, next 24 hours crucial: Kauvery Hospital
DMK chief M Karunanidhi's medical condition has declined, said the Chennai hospital treating him on Monday.
How a bridge helped this Maoist couple give up arms
For most, a new bridge would mean fewer traffic problems and easier connectivity. In Odisha's Malkangiri, it is changing lives.
Gonzalo Higuain signs for the Rossoneri: Throwback to his career
Gonzalo Higuain, the Argentine striker, has just signed up for AC Milan on loan from Juventus.
#HealthBytes: Top 5 food items rich in Vitamin D
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient, obtained mainly from sunlight (and certain food items).
Everything to know about Ramon Laguarta, PepsiCo's new CEO
It's official - Chennai-born Indra Nooyi is stepping down as the CEO of PepsiCo after 12 long years at the helm.
Hamza bin Laden marries 9/11 hijacker's daughter: Family
Hamza bin Laden, son of top terrorist Osama bin Laden, has married the daughter of Mohammed Atta, one of the main hijackers in the 9/11 attack, his family has said.
Kangana explains why influencers should talk about mental health
'Mental Hai Kya' star Kangana Ranaut believes as a celebrity it's her responsibility to work towards breaking the stigma attached to mental health.
Delhi Government rebukes PWD: Work on flyovers, 8 hospitals stuck
Work on two flyovers, one bridge and eight government hospitals is stuck because PWD hasn't called for tenders yet, despite getting clearance from the relevant departments.
Indra Nooyi, PepsiCo CEO, steps down after 12 years
Indra Nooyi, who has led global food and beverage giant PepsiCo as CEO for 12 years, is stepping down, the company announced.
#LoveratriTrailer: Aayush Sharma loves the girl and garba equally
A short while ago the trailer of 'Loveratri' released. The movie marks the debut of Salman Khan's brother-in-law Aayush Sharma and actress Warina Hussain.
Muzaffarpur shelter-home: Brajesh Thakur spend days at jail-hospital, not barrack
Brajesh Thakur, the prime accused in the Muzaffarpur shelter home horror, is lodged at a hospital ward inside the Muzaffarpur district jail, and not the barracks, ET reports.
Bengaluru: Noted film producer Bhakthavatsala dies at 84
Noted film personality and former Chairman of the Indian Film Chamber of Commerce M Bhakthavatsala died due to age-related ailments, family sources said today. He was 84.
Honor Play launched in India: Price starts at Rs. 19,999
Honor has launched its mid-range Honor Play smartphone in India today.
Can Apple bring a Hyperloop to Cupertino? They just might
The city of Cupertino in Silicon Valley is already home to Apple's iconic spaceship campus and, if things go as planned, the city could also become home to a Hyperloop, thanks to Apple.
After Muzaffarpur, UP home faces mass sex abuse charges
As Bihar attempts to come to terms with the shocking abuse of minor girls at a Muzaffarpur shelter, similar allegations have come to light from another in Deoria, UP.
Government extends e-visa facility for citizens of 165 countries: Tourism-Minister
Seeking to promote tourism, the government has extended e-visa facility for citizens of 165 countries at 25 airports and five seaports, Tourism Minister KJ Alphons informed Lok Sabha today.
Uttar Pradesh: 24 girls rescued from shelter home in Deoria
As many as 24 girls were rescued, while 18 were missing, from a shelter home in Uttar Pradesh's Deoria after one of the girls managed to flee from the home and informed police about sexual exploitation of inmates.
Class-X boy kills aunt, tries making it look like suicide
In a shocking incident, a Class X student killed his aunt in her Aminjikarai house in Tamil Nadu on Friday and tried to make it look like suicide by slitting her wrist.
China successfully tests first hypersonic aircraft capable of carrying nuclear-weapons
China today announced that it has successfully tested its first cutting-edge hypersonic aircraft which could carry nuclear warheads and penetrate any current generation anti-missile defense systems.
Fake sport, real pain: Major injuries suffered during WWE matches
WWE matches might be fake and their outcomes scripted.
I will keep fighting: Demi Lovato on drug addiction
Demi Lovato, the 25-year-old American pop singer, recently opened up about her drug addiction problem. She was reportedly hospitalized on July 24, after an overdose.
Bangladesh defeat Windies in 3rd T20I to clinch series
Bangladesh thrashed defending T20I champions, West Indies, by 19 runs in the third T20I to win the 3-match series.
Now pay at petrol pumps using your thumb!
Gone are the days when you paid cash at petrol pumps for refueling.
Hundreds of retired, resigned, dead AI employees called for duty!
Earlier this week, hundreds of former Air India employees woke up to some unexpected mails in their inboxes - they had been assigned duty rosters.
Chhattisgarh: 14 Naxals killed in encounter with police in Sukma
At least 14 Naxals were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district today, police said.
#WhereAreTheJobs: To Gadkari's question, RaGa says we're wondering same
On Monday, Congress President Rahul Gandhi took a swipe at Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari over his 'where are the jobs comment' and wrote on Twitter that everyone in India was asking the same question.
Russian lawyer meeting: Trump ties himself up in knots
US President Donald Trump has landed himself in a PR fiasco with his latest statement on a June'16 meeting between his son and a Russian lawyer.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 may offer 1 TB of storage
Samsung will unveil its next-gen Galaxy Note 9 smartphone on August 9.
#TravelBytes: 5 beaches you shouldn't miss this monsoon season
India is a kaleidoscopic country and is home to a wide range of alluring mountains, hills, and stunning beaches.
This taxi driver's daughter became world's youngest to scale Kanchenjunga
This 22-year-old from Uttarakhand had the most overwhelming experience in her life two months back: she scaled the world's third highest mountain,Kanchenjunga.
Child-porn video circulated in WhatsApp group of engineers, IT professionals
The Mumbai police, investigating a WhatsApp group 'BB Bad Boys' that circulated child porn videos, have learned that few of its members were IT professionals, and engineering students, Mumbai Mirror reports.
Kerala: Drunk priest threatens to plant bomb at President's event
A temple priest was arrested for threatening to plant a bomb at St. Thomas College in Kerala's Thrissur, where President Ram Nath Kovind is scheduled to attend a function tomorrow.
India U-20 football team scripts history, defeats six-time champions Argentina
The Indian U-20 football team has achieved its most memorable victory, in recent years, as they defeated Argentina U-20 (2-1) at the 2018 COTIF Cup.
Meghna Gulzar to direct series on 26/11 investigating-officer Rakesh Maria
Director Meghna Gulzar and Reliance Entertainment's Phantom Films have signed-up to produce a series on the life and case files of former Commissioner of Mumbai Police, Rakesh Maria.
'Helicopter Eela': Why Ajay Devgn apologized to Swanand Kirkire
Kajol starrer 'Helicopter Eela' fell prey to controversy soon after the trailer released, for not crediting lyricist Swanand Kirkire in the title-plate.
Article 35A: SC defers hearing as Kashmir goes into shutdown
The SC has adjourned its scheduled hearing on Article 35A to the last week of August as protests continued to rock Kashmir.
ISRO to launch its heaviest satellite on November 30
A day after ISRO announced a delay in the Chandrayaan-2 lunar mission, it has announced that the launch of its heaviest satellite, the GSAT-11, will take place on November 30, from the European spaceport in French Guiana.
Pankaj Tripathi joins Kartik Aaryan-Kriti Sanon starrer 'Luka Chuppi'
Actor Pankaj Tripathi has come onboard for Kartik Aaryan-Kriti Sanon starrer 'Luka Chuppi' where he will be seen playing an estate agent from Mathura.
At Mughalsarai's rechristening, Amit Shah says bua-bhatija can't stop saffron-surge
Hurling a challenge towards the Opposition, BJP President Amit Shah on Sunday said even a coalition between SP, BSP and Congress won't yield results in elections, next year.
Saudi Arabia expels Canadian ambassador, freezes all trade deals
Saudi Arabia yesterday said it was expelling the Canadian Ambassador Dennis Horak and also freezing all new trade with Canada, in protest to Ottawa's vigorous calls for the release of jailed activists.
He sings, she cheers: Priyanka, Nick were adorable in Singapore
Priyanka Chopra was Nick Jonas' biggest cheerleader at the Hyperplay concert in Singapore. The actress was seen shaking a leg and dancing to the songs.
Bangladesh: Hasina urges students protesting against reckless-driving to return home
Thousands of angry school students in Bangladesh continued their protest for the eighth consecutive day yesterday, demanding a crackdown on reckless driving, even as Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina urged them to return home, saying that vested quarters have infiltrated the campaign.
IIT-Bombay is trying to help WhatsApp fight fake news
With the government increasing pressure on WhatsApp to bring more robust features against the proliferation of fake news, it seems that WhatsApp has found an unlikely ally.
US: Sikh man beaten, told 'go back to your country'
A 50-year-old Sikh man was allegedly beaten up by two white men in Keyes, California and a racist message "Go back to ur country" was spray-painted on his pickup truck.
Google Pixel 3, XL to launch on October 4
Not breaking away from its launch tradition, Google will unveil its 2018 Pixel phones on October 4 - the same date when previous generation Pixel phones were announced.
Malan, Stokes out: England announce 13-man squad for 2nd Test
After defeating India by 31 runs in the first Test at Edgbaston, England are gearing up for the next encounter.
61-year-old molests doctor, attacks her with hammer, then kills himself
In a horrific incident, a 61-year-old man in Mumbai's Goregaon (West) entered the house of his doctor neighbor, molested her and attacked her with a hammer.
For exposing 'culprits' who vandalized bungalow, Akhilesh Yadav announces reward
Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said he would give Rs. 11 lakh as a reward to anyone who gives information on 'miscreants' who damaged his former bungalow in Lucknow.
Big B flies back home after daughter Shweta's father-in-law dies
Rajan Nanda, business tycoon and father-in-law of Shweta Bachchan died on Sunday night in Gurgaon, following which megastar Amitabh Bachchan rushed to India from Bulgaria, where he is shooting for 'Brahmastra'.
At least 82 killed in massive Indonesia quake
At least 82 people were killed when a powerful earthquake struck the Indonesian tourist island of Lombok yesterday, one week after another massive quake.
Delhi: Man's headless, armless body found in bag near DU
Sunday started out on a real sore note for this man, who found a black plastic bag near the Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Khalsa college bus stop in Delhi University's North Campus.
Ahead of KM Joseph's swearing-in, "anguished" SC judges seek 'justice'
Even as Justice KM Joseph, along with two others, awaits to be sworn-in to the Supreme Court (SC) tomorrow, the government-judiciary war regarding his elevation looks far from over.
Apple's first ever dual-SIM iPhone may not launch in India
We now know that the first ever iPhone, to support dual-SIM cards, will launch this year in fall.
Honor Play launches in India today, sales via Amazon
Huawei-owned Honor will launch its gaming-centric smartphone, the Honor Play, in India today.
#CareerBytes: Top 5 websites to learn the basics of finance
Whether you want to be able to manage your finances better, mean to complement your college studies, or are just passionately curious to learn finance, learning the basics of finance becomes instrumental to further advancement.
Garry Kasparov: The chess player who broke all records
Considered by many as the greatest chess player who ever lived, Garry Kasparov is a genius par excellence.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 3: Design, Specs and Launch details
Xiaomi Mi Mix 3, the latest flagship of the trendsetting Mix series, will raise the bar even further.
