11 Aug 2018

Xiaomi Mi Sports Youth Edition bluetooth headsets launched

As the latest Bluetooth headset, Xiaomi has launched the Mi Sports Youth Edition in China.

Jinsha Basheer: The woman biker fighting for social causes

This Kerala woman rides a Royal Enfield. So what, women have been bike riding since ages, you'd argue?

NBA

All about The King: The incredible records of LeBron James

One of the greatest basketball players of all time, LeBron James is a true legend of the game.

5 most exciting Easter Eggs in Far Cry 5

For those unaware, Easter eggs are intentionally hidden jokes or secret messages in games or movies.

How to use multiple WhatsApp 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.

Karnataka: 261 lower-primary schools have no students, but 229 teachers

In June, Karnataka Government had decided to merge those government schools with zero to poor enrolment with the ones that are high-performing.

#HealthBytes: Tips to using a condom correctly

Talking of contraceptives, condoms are handy, easily storable, widely available, and above all, effective (most of them are!)

Indian chess prodigy Shreyas granted right to stay in UK

Shreyas Royal, a 9-year-old chess prodigy, and his family were sent a letter by the United Kingdom Home Ministry, asking them to leave the country by September 10.

#FinancialBytes: 10 things to keep in mind while buying house

Buying a house is one of the most significant decisions in a person's life, not only financially but also on a personal front.

October gift: Noida-Greater Noida Metro link to become operational

In a development that's set to being relief to a lot of metro commuters, the 30km Noida-Greater Noida metro line will become operational from October, said officials.

Mesut Ozil named Arsenal's co-captain for 2018-19 season

German international Mesut Ozil, who has been at the center of controversy in recent times, has been handed the co-captaincy of his club, Arsenal.

Xiaomi sub-brand POCO announced in India, Pocophone F1 launch imminent

For quite some time, there have been rumors about the Xiaomi Pocophone F1.

Legend Clive Lloyd believes Kohli needs to improve his captaincy

The West Indian legend Clive Lloyd was in London for a book launch, where he said that Indian skipper Virat Kohli has room to improve his captaincy skills.

#CareerBytes: Top 5 best affordable MBA schools in India

Cracking the gruelling management entrance exams like CAT is one thing, but being able to pay the unbelievably high fee is another.

5 clubs which broke their own transfer record this season

With each transfer window comes the excitement of seeing which player shifts his loyalty from one club to another.

UP: After BJP-minister garlands Ambedkar-statue, Dalit-lawyers 'purify' it with gangajal

The Ambedkar statue placed outside the district court in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, was 'purified' by Dalit lawyers on Friday after the BJP state general secretary Sunil Bansal garlanded it.

Man held for creating fake Facebook-profile of Patanjali's Acharya Balkrishna

A man, who allegedly created a fake Facebook account of Acharya Balkrishna of the Patanjali Group and engaged in vulgar conversations with the people, has been arrested in Noida today.

5 times Facebook shamelessly copied from Snapchat

If imitation is a form of flattery, then Facebook must be Snapchat's biggest fan. Over the years, it has unapologetically ripped off features from Snapchat.

Poetry in songs has died down, says Tochi Raina

Singer-composer Tochi Raina says poetry in songs has died down, deteriorating the quality of music being produced.

Travis Scott gifts Kylie Jenner Rolls Royce for 21st birthday

Rapper Travis Scott has gifted "wifey" Kylie Jenner a classic Rolls Royce for her 21st birthday.

Squad analysis EPL 2018-19: Arsenal

Arsenal would like to put their dismal performances, in recent Premier League seasons, behind when they start the campaign under new manager Unai Emery.

Man tries to sell wife, but gets a surprise buyer!

His wife was beautiful, and invited glares, which infuriated him.

Know why Luka Modric will stay at Real Madrid

There is some great news for Real Madrid fans as far as star mid-fielder Luka Modric is concerned.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 best anti-aging food items for women

Natural aging makes our bodies go through a number of changes. It affects digestion, reduces immunity, lowers blood circulation, and also threatens hair and skin health.

Nehru not pandit as he ate beef, pork: BJP MLA

Once again proving that Bharatiya Janata Party is obsessed with Jawahar Lal Nehru, its MLA from Rajasthan, Gyan Dev Ahuja has now said that India's first PM wasn't a pandit since he ate beef and pork.

You can own Samsung Galaxy Note 9 for Rs. 7,900

Bharti Airtel has announced a scheme wherein Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will be available for a down-payment of Rs. 7,900, as part of a contract.

All-round blitz by Russell lights up Caribbean Premier League 2018

Time and again Andre Russell has displayed his all-round attributes in the shortest format of cricket.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella sells $35mn-worth shares in biggest sale

Microsoft's Indian-origin CEO Satya Nadella has netted over $35 million after selling almost one-third of his common shares in the software giant.

Himachal: On-duty cops can't carry over Rs. 200. Here's why

In a bid to curb corruption, the police chief of Himachal Pradesh's Una district has issued a unique diktat barring on-duty cops manning checkpoints to keep more than Rs. 200 with them.

NASA's 'Touch the Sun' mission delayed but not scrapped

NASA's ambitious project to 'touch the sun' and understand more about the Center of Universe has now been deferred to Sunday.

WWE

Five iconic WWE feuds of all time

WWE storylines have always been fuelled by feuds which have seen wrestlers developing rivalries amongst each other, and sometimes with the management.

Pakistan: Three Chinese workers injured in attempted suicide attack

Three Chinese nationals and two security personnel were injured in an attempted suicide attack in Pakistan's troubled Balochistan province today, the police said.

Assam: Case against BJP-minister for alleged rape, he cries conspiracy

A case was registered against Minister of State for Railways Rajen Gohain for allegedly raping and threatening a 24-year-old married woman in Assam's Nagaon district.

Will Sourav Ganguly become the next BCCI President?

Former Indian cricket skipper Sourav Ganguly might become the next BCCI President, as per reports in the media.

Deols are not stars, they are actors, says Dharmendra

Bollywood actor Dharmendra said he doesn't see himself as a superstar but as an actor.

Indonesia: Death toll in Lombok quake crosses 380

The death toll in an earthquake on the Indonesian island of Lombok rose to 387, authorities said, adding hundreds of thousands of displaced people were still short of clean water, food and medicine after series of quakes hit Indonesia.

IITs have built 'Brand India' globally, says PM Narendra Modi

PM Narendra Modi said today that IITs have built "Brand India" globally and their success has helped India become one of the world's largest pools of technical manpower.

Why are Salman, Aaditya Thackeray on Mumbai Police's offenders' list?

Some of the so-called celebrities and known personalities, who earn in crores, have shown stinginess in not paying fines for breaking traffic rules.

Bajaj Electricals MD, Anant Bajaj, dies at 41

In a shocking incident, Bajaj Electricals MD, Anant Bajaj died on Friday night. He was just 41. Preliminary reports suggested Mr Bajaj suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in Mumbai.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 health benefits of black tea

We Indians have obsessively been drinking the various variants of tea since time immemorial.

Premier League: Know all about the new rules

The 2018-19 Premier League kicked off this weekend with Manchester United overcoming Leicester City 2-1 at Old Trafford in the first game of the season.

Away on son Ranveer's birthday, Sonali Bendre posts heartening video

A short while ago, Sonali Bendre posted a video on her son Ranveer's birthday and wrote a heartfelt message.

Madras HC reprimands CBSE for not issuing 'no homework' order

The Madras HC yesterday pulled up the CBSE for not issuing a circular to all affiliated schools to implement the court's recent order banning homework for students of Classes I and II.

iPhone X available with Rs. 10,000 cashback on Paytm Mall

Paytm is hosting the Paytm Mall Freedom Cashback Sale (ends August 15) to commemorate India's 72nd Independence Day.

Faf du Plessis to be out for action for long

South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis has revealed that he will be out of action for an extended period of time.

UN calls for transparent, credible investigation into Yemen bus attack

The UN Security Council yesterday called for a credible and transparent investigation into the death of at least 29 children in a Saudi-led coalition attack on a bus in Yemen on Thursday.

Washington: 'Suicidal' airline employee steals plane, flies it, then crashes

In a rather unusual turn of events, an Alaska Airlines plane was stolen by a 29-year-old man from the Sea-Tac International Airport in Washington on Friday.

Albania: Police hunt for man who killed eight relatives

A man who shot dead eight of his relatives, including two children, remains on the run and is armed and "dangerous", Albanian police said.

#ShahInBengal: Anti-BJP posters dot venue, TMC blamed by saffron party

BJP President Amit Shah will be addressing a rally in West Bengal on Saturday, and ahead of the big event, anti-BJP posters have cropped up at the venue.

All the apps you can now use on JioPhone

The JioPhone, is a smart feature phone, that doesn't have a touchscreen but comes with 4G connectivity.

UP: Under-construction flyover collapses, many feared trapped; rescue operations underway

On Saturday morning, a lintel of a flyover on National Highway 28 in Uttar Pradesh's Basti collapsed.

Imran Khan to take oath as Pakistan PM on Aug-18

Imran Khan will take the oath as Pakistan's Prime Minister on August 18 this year, a senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader said yesterday.

To combat terrorism, Delhi police gets first-of-its-kind all-women SWAT team

Delhi Police, on Friday, inducted a first-of-its-kind SWAT team comprising all women from the North-eastern States. The team is meant to combat terrorism and secure the National Capital during the Independence Day celebrations.

#CareerBytes: Top Central Schemes for scholarships you should know about

The Center awards several scholarships to students pursuing various courses based on merit, community, and family income among other things.

Squad analysis EPL 2018-19: Liverpool

Liverpool will go into the season knowing that they are one of the strongest teams in the Premier League.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 healthy drinks to help you lose weight

Losing weight healthily and effectively is a long-term, disciplined process.

9 lesser known WhatsApp tricks you should try now

Almost every person who owns a smartphone uses WhatsApp, the Facebook-owned instant messaging app, which has now evolved into a multi-purpose platform.

Top 5 preschools in Delhi-NCR

Sending your kid to a quality preschool is crucial to their overall mental, physical, and cognitive development, and also for making them ready for primary school-level education.

10 Aug 2018

Taking 'Lust Stories' further, Sumukhi Suresh gives manual on masturbation

We all know how Netflix's 'Lust Stories' attempted to break the taboo around women masturbating. Now, comedian Sumukhi Suresh has made a video about the women in the movie and it has gone viral.

5 Easter eggs in FIFA 18 you shouldn't miss

For those unaware, an Easter egg is an intentionally hidden joke or message in a film or video game.

#HealthBytes: What causes pain during sex? How to cure it?

If you experience pain during sexual intercourse, know that you're not alone.

The first Indian Grandmaster: Vishwanathan Anand

One of the greatest chess players ever, Vishwanathan Anand has won everything a player can think of.

#TravelBytes: Planning your honeymoon? These are most-romantic places in India

Honeymoons, just like weddings, are a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and for that very reason, they have to be unforgettably special.

Kriti Sanon responds to controversial giraffe picture in Cosmopolitan photoshoot

Kriti Sanon's recent photoshoot with Cosmopolitan India stirred some controversy.

7 incredible technologies you're likely to see in your lifetime

Over the past two decades, technological growth has turned our world upside down.

Worst send-offs in the history of cricket

Batsmen in cricket, over decades, have faced the brunt of receiving some horrible send-offs by opposition bowlers.

Snapchat dysmorphia: Aiming to mirror perfect-selfies, people want plastic surgeries

A phenomenon called 'Snapchat dysmorphia' has troubled doctors all over, as now patients don't want to look like celebrities but their unreal versions.

#ButLiberalsAreFanatics: Why Sadhguru's statement irked many including Swara Bhasker

Sadhguru, who has a lot of followers globally, has found himself at the center of controversy for making a remark on liberals.

England vs India: Has IPL impacted KL Rahul's game?

KL Rahul has been in phenomenal touch, in T20s, this season.

Railways to launch digital museums at 22 stations on I-Day

The Railways Ministry has decided to launch digital museums at 22 stations on Independence Day to showcase railways' history after the PMO objected to the public transporter spending on developing separate railway museums.

HRD Ministry may reconsider conducting NEET exam twice a year

The HRD Ministry may reconsider its decision to conduct the NEET medical entrance exam twice a year.

#FinancialBytes: 4 things to know if you haven't filed ITR

The due date for filing ITRs for this year has been extended by a month, from the earlier deadline of July 31 to August 31.

Will Smith 'flew', Jolie 'seduced', courtesy this Oscar-winning Indian animator

When the Academy Awards' list of winners for technical achievement was announced last year, India had a big reason to raise a toast.

Critical drug vanishes, pushing millions of Indian women into risk

A few months ago, the government passed new rules restricting the manufacture and sale of oxytocin.

Facebook has now learned a "psychological trick" to lure teens

In another revelation about Facebook's growth-at-any-cost approach, an internal Facebook note has revealed that the company has learned a new "psychological trick" to lure more teens into using its platform.

Premier League kicks off: United vs Leicester pre-match report

Manchester United will host Leicester City in the opening match of the 2018-19 English Premier League.

Mumbai: Girl dies after consuming iron-boosting pills in BMC school

A girl student of a civic body-run school in Mumbai died today while over 160 other students were hospitalized due to suspected poisoning after they took iron-boosting medicines given by the school.

Anil Kapoor reveals why he turned down 'Chandni' opposite Sridevi

Anil Kapoor, the veteran star, recently revealed why he turned down the role in 'Chandni'.

Premier League: Liverpool enjoy the best 2018-19 summer transfer window

After looking at all the Premier League clubs, one can say that Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool had the most productive transfer window.

At least four dead in Canada mass shooting

Reports are coming in of a mass shooting in New Brunswick, Canada. At least four people are believed to have been killed.

WATCH: 'Alexis, the film' trailer released by United star Sanchez

Manchester United star, Alexis Sanchez, has announced a biopic which will tell fans the story of a boy from being a nobody to a celebrated football hero.

Samsung Galaxy Note 9: The phone that redefines innovation

On Thursday, Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 9, marking its last flagship device release before March 2019.

Divorced, widowed Hindu women can now remarry in Pakistan's Sindh

In a first, divorced or widowed Hindu women in Pakistan's Sindh province have been allowed to remarry under the Sindh Hindu Marriage (Amendment) Bill 2018, made by the provincial assembly.

UIDAI tightens rules for updating DOB in Aadhaar: Details here

While the UIDAI is making some processes easier for Aadhaar holders, others are being tightened.

Nepotism debate: Ekta Kapoor says outsiders should be given chance

Producer Ekta Kapoor has become the latest celebrity to join the nepotism debate, saying not only star kids but outsiders should also be a given a chance in the industry.

Who are the nominees for the Champions League Positional Awards?

UEFA has declared its list of contenders for the positional awards.

His modeling career failed, so he duped others of lakhs

He wanted to be a model and had invested lakhs in it, but couldn't make any breakthrough.

Afghanistan: Taliban fighters try to seize Ghazni city, kill 14

Taliban fighters tried to overrun the southeastern Afghan city of Ghazni early today, hiding inside homes before slipping into city streets in the night to attack security forces.

Modi's remark on Congress's Hariprasad deleted by Rajya Sabha chairman

In an embarrassment to the ruling NDA, Rajya Sabha Chairman Venkaiah Naidu on Friday expunged (deleted from records) PM Modi's remarks which he made on Thursday in the Upper House.

Delhi: Temple prohibits Muslim-man from performing Hindu-wife's last rites

A Muslim man was not allowed to perform last rites of his dead Hindu woman at a temple in Delhi's CR Park for 'obvious reasons'.

WWE

5 gigantic WWE wrestlers of all time

WWE has always had a special place for tall men who look intimidating and fearsome.

Kanwar yatra: UP spends Rs. 14L on chopper for petal-showering

We're used to believing that the government lacks money to improve the many things wrong around us- illiteracy, hunger, homelessness, etc.

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After receiving backlash for singing Indian song, Atif Aslam reacts

Following the controversy over singing Indian song on a Pakistani Independence Day function in New York earlier this month, Pakistani singer Atif Aslam yesterday said that he simply loves haters.

#BattiGulMeterChaluTrailer: Shahid Kapoor is the one to watch out for

The trailer of 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu' has Shahid Kapoor written all over it, and one can be sure to see an amazing character graph of this actor in the movie.

Indian Railways' concession rules for patients and senior citizens

The Indian Railways offers concessions on tickets for people belonging to certain specified categories.

After Android Pie, Chrome all set to embrace the notch

With a lot of Android phones featuring the now-popularized notch, Google has already added support for notched displays on its latest mobile OS, Android Pie.

Missed IKEA's opening in Hyderabad? Walk through with us

India got its first IKEA store in Hyderabad yesterday. It was a hit: thousands lined up to check out the world-famous chain on Day-1 itself, creating a stampede-like situation.

Vasan's 'Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota' to premiere at TIFF

Vasan Bala's next 'Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota' will have its world premiere at Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

Yerry Mina and Andre Gomes join Everton from Barcelona

Everton ended this year's summer transfer window by buying Yerry Mina and Andre Gomes from Barcelona.

Shatrughan Sinha is not happy with Kapil Sharma: Here's why

While Kapil Sharma is a favorite among celebrities and fans, he got on the wrong side of veteran actor turned politician, Shatrughan Sinha, with his mimicry act.

Vidya Balan speaks about her debut Telugu movie, NTR's biopic

Vidya Balan says she is having a great experience working on her debut Telugu film, a biopic on actor-politician Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR).

Don't grow money: Kumaraswamy on flak about delaying funds' allocation

Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy, on Thursday, said he doesn't grow money on trees, while responding to critics who accused him of delaying funds allocation.

Premier League: All you need to know about game-week one

The Premier League 2018-19 season is finally set to begin tonight.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 home remedies to cure hangovers

After a hard week of work, weekends often involve partying, and of course, plenty of alcohol for those who have a taste for it.

Aarushi-Hemraj double-murder: SC to hear CBI appeal against parents' release

Ten years after their daughter Aarushi was killed, Rajesh and Nupur Talwar are still fighting to clear their name in the ghastly crime.

Legend Steve Waugh heaps praise on Virat Kohli

Former Australian cricketer Steve Waugh has showered praise on Indian skipper Virat Kohli.

11 years of Chak De! India: Where are the girls?

It's been 11 years since 'Chak De! India' released. In other words, 11 years of '70 minute', patriotism and Kabir Khan- the hockey coach we all loved.

Woman who abuses in-laws not entitled to their property: HC

A woman mistreating her in-laws has no right to stake claim over their property, the Delhi HC has ruled.

Flaw in WhatsApp: Your messages can be manipulated by hackers

Researchers from security firm Check Point have discovered a flaw in WhatsApp that could allow hackers to intercept and manipulate content of WhatsApp messages in both private and group chats.

#ThaiCaveRescue: 'Stateless' boys, coach granted Thai citizenship; UN hails move

The decision of the Thailand Government to grant citizenship to three of the boys recently rescued after being trapped in a flooded cave, along with their football coach, has been welcomed by United Nations refugee agency, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

Nick Jonas just confirmed his engagement to Priyanka Chopra

All this while, Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra had left fans dangling about their relationship.

Melania's parents become US citizens using Trump's hated 'chain migration'

US President Donald Trump's Slovenian in-laws became US citizens yesterday through "chain migration", a program he has repeatedly denounced, in which adult American citizens can obtain citizenship for their relatives.

Delhi: Robbers dreamt of lakhs, ended up with Rs. 5

Tough luck struck a gang of five who planned to rob a businessman, who they thought was carrying lakhs in his bloated up bag, but instead landed up with just Rs. 5.

After Maharashtra, Andhra now allows outside food in multiplexes

Less than a month after Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh is now allowing moviegoers to bring their own food into multiplexes.

Was 'abducted by security forces' for vote-rigging: Pakistan poll official

A Presiding Officer of a polling station in Washuk district of Pakistan's Balochistan province has claimed he was "abducted by security forces which forced him to submit the fabricated votes" in favor of Muttahida Majlis Amal (MMA) candidate.

Could hand gestures be the passwords in future? Certainly yes

Thanks to computer scientists from the Arizona State University, gesture-based passwords are one step closer to becoming a reality.

'Drug addict' Kanwariya arrested for vandalizing car in Delhi

The Delhi police, on Thursday, arrested a kanwariya named Rahul alias Billa for vandalizing a car in Moti Nagar, earlier this week. They damaged a car driven by a 25-year-old woman after it 'brushed' one of them.

US to slap sanctions on Russia over nerve agent attack

The US yesterday said it will impose tough new sanctions on Russia after determining that Moscow used a deadly military-grade nerve agent to kill a former Russian double agent and his daughter in the UK.

Kerala: Death toll rises to 26, CM calls emergency meeting

As the death toll in Kerala rains increased to 26, CM Pinarayi Vijayan called an emergency meeting this morning to discuss the "very grim" situation.

Triple Talaq Bill deferred in Rajya Sabha as "no unity"

The much-awaited triple talaq bill, which was expected to be taken up in the Rajya Sabha today, has been deferred.

7 much-awaited smartphones expected to launch by end of 2018

Smartphones have evolved dramatically, this year especially, with innovative tech like in-display fingerprint sensors, pop-up cameras, multiple-camera setup, etc.

#CareerBytes: Top 5 websites to help you become a blogger

If you've always been fascinated by a career in blogging, stop thinking and make it happen.

The Mozart of Chess: Magnus Carlsen, genius redefined

Magnus Carlsen has rightly been called the 'Mozart of Chess'.

#TravelBytes: Top 5 deserts in India that you must visit

Deserts are often and unconventional choice for those seeking to go on relaxing vacations, but what's the point of traveling if you're not willing to step out of comfort zones?

#SmartphonesFaceoff: Xiaomi Mi A2 v/s Redmi Note 5 Pro

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro has been dominating the mid-budget price segment since its launch in February this year.