13 Aug 2018

ASUS ZenBook Pro, ZenBook S, ZenBook 13 launched in India

Taiwanese electronics giant ASUS has launched its latest ZenBooks including the ZenBook Pro, ZenBook S and ZenBook 13 models in India.

#GamingBytes: 5 video games that can make you filthy rich

Gone are the days when video-games were considered a waste of time.

Squad analysis La Liga 2018: Barcelona

Barcelona have dominated La Liga in the recent years, winning the title thrice in the last four campaigns.

See your reflection in Janhvi, Khushi: Anil Kapoor remembers Sridevi

Anil Kapoor today remembered Sridevi on her 55th birth anniversary, saying the family sees her reflection in her daughters, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor.

Android apps wrongly using SD Card might lead to hacking

In another discovery which raises concerns about cybersecurity, security firm Check Point has found a flaw that lets hackers take advantage of Android apps that make poor and unprotected use of external storage.

Stuck in a boring job? This show offers travel scholarship

A new reality show, "The Calling" by TLC is offering a year's worth of paid travel to those who are stuck in a boring job.

Vaishali R becomes India's latest Woman Grandmaster

The sister of R Praggnanandhaa, Vaishali R, became India's latest Woman Grandmaster (WGM) after earning her third and final WGM norm at Riga Technical University Open at Latvia.

#TravelBytes: 5 unique restaurants in Delhi you must try

There are two things that Delhi has no dearth of - first being people, and the second, is the number of places to eat at.

The GOAT of Catalonia: Messi becomes Barca's most decorated player

Barcelona's Spanish Super Cup victory against Sevilla has added another feather in the already glorious cap of Lionel Messi.

#IndiaInEngland: Players who could come in for remaining Tests

India have already suffered at the hands of hosts England and currently trail 0-2 in the 5-match Test series.

Like it or not, Google is watching your every step

In what many might have suspected but couldn't earlier prove, it's now been proven that Google tracks your location whether you like it or not.

Extraordinary bowling records held by James Anderson

James Anderson is currently the number one ranked Test bowler and has performed with exquisite quality.

Irrfan Khan leaves Amazon original 'Gormint' over health issues

Irrfan Khan, who is currently in London undergoing treatment for a neuroendocrine tumor, has pulled out of 'Gormint', an Amazon Video series due to his health condition.

See the partition of India through eyes of 12-year-old girl

What could have India's partition meant to a 12-year-old girl who had a Hindu father and Muslim mother?

Galaxy Note 9 v/s Note 8: The key differences

When a new smartphone is launched, we generally compare it with the competition and seldom look at how it fares against its own predecessor. But, this is different.

Halep remains world number one, Nadal tops men's show

2018 French Open champion Simona Halep won the Rogers Cup on Sunday beating the familiar foe Sloane Stephens.

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'Batwoman' Ruby Rose quits Twitter amidst bizarre fan backlash

When CW Network announced 'Batwoman', the first openly gay superhero lead, Ruby Rose of 'Orange is the New Black' fame mentioned that she'd been cast for the role.

#HealthBytes: 5 natural home remedies to treat malaria

A deadly mosquito-borne disease characterized by fever, sweating, headache, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue, malaria claims thousands of lives annually in India alone.

Frenchman murdered by 'gay lover' in Tamil Nadu

The half-burnt body of a French tourist, wrapped in a gunny bag, was found in an irrigation channel in Avikkottai village of Thanjavur, TN police said today.

14 immigration, 46 e-visa counters added in Delhi airport

Those who are flying out of Delhi are set to face less hassle at the airport.

Kejriwal, Sisodia charged with 'criminal conspiracy' in chief secretary 'assault'

The Delhi Police has charged CM Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy CM Manish Sisodia with criminal conspiracy in the alleged chief secretary assault case.

Blue or orange? Vehicles in Delhi-NCR to soon be color-labeled

The SC has accepted a proposal by the road transport and highways ministry to color-label vehicles depending on the fuel they use.

Mohammad Ashraful eyes comeback after 5-year ban ends

Former Bangladesh skipper Mohammad Ashraful is eyeing a comeback to the national team after serving his five-year ban.

CBSE joins hands with Microsoft for preventing question paper leaks

After facing embarrassment and criticism following the leak of Class 10 and 12 exam papers earlier this year, the CBSE, in a bid to prevent such instances in the future, has partnered with tech giant Microsoft.

All you need to know about IRCTC's 'Ramayana Yatra'

In a tweet dated August 8, the IRCTC i.e. the tourism wing of the Indian Railways, announced the launch of the 'Ramayana Yatra' travel package.

Pune, most livable city in India: Ease of Living Index

Pune has been ranked first in the Ease of Living Index launched by Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri today, with Navi Mumbai ranking second, and Delhi languishing at 65.

Squad analysis EPL 2018-19: Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur showed character and were resolute in their opening Premier League encounter of the 2018-19 season.

ISRO plans to launch its TV channel for Indian kids

In a bid to promote a scientific mindset and temper among young Indians, ISRO is set to launch its own TV channel.

#DidYouKnow: Japan has a town named after Goddess Lakshmi!

No matter how political ties are between India and Japan, the two countries are surely connected by religion.

Women in blue: Delhi Police's SWAT team oozes confidence, style

Delhi Police got its first all-women Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team on Friday, a proud moment for all indeed.

Ghaziabad: Class-6 boy murdered by 'friends' who wanted his wristwatch

In a horrifying incident, a 12-year-old boy in Ghaziabad was allegedly brutally murdered by three of his friends over a wristwatch.

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Don't react to trolls: Anushka on Team India photo controversy

Anushka Sharma, whose presence in a Team India group photo in London had attracted severe criticism online, today declined to get drawn into the controversy, saying she doesn't engage with trolls.

Succession war in DMK: Karunanidhi's sons face off

MK Alagiri, son of late DMK president M Karunanidhi, has claimed the support of his father's "true relatives" a day before a crucial party meeting, where announcements will be made regarding the next chief.

European Championships: Dina Asher-Smith excels to clinch 3rd gold

British team's Dina Asher-Smith secured her third gold medal in the final evening of the European Championships held at Berlin, Germany.

This special Delhi Metro train will spread patriotism. Here's how

Ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, the Delhi Metro has come up with a unique design for a train to spread the message of patriotism.

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif appears before accountability court over corruption cases

Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif today appeared before an accountability court hearing corruption cases against him and his family, the first court appearance in the remaining two graft cases, the Al-Azizia Steel Mills and the Hill Metal Establishment case.

JioPhone 2 sales start from August-15: Here's how to buy

JioPhone 2, the recently announced successor to JioPhone, will go on sale in India starting August 15.

Delhi: JNU student Umar Khalid shot at in high-security zone

An unidentified gunman opened fire at JNU student leader Umar Khalid today, reports claim. Khalid is safe.

6 names shortlisted for head coach of women's cricket team

As per reports, the BCCI has shortlisted 6 names from the list of 20 applicants for the post of head coach of the Indian women's cricket team.

Watch: 'Sui Dhaaga' and a tale of self-sustainability

The trailer for 'Sui Dhaaga' just dropped in. The upcoming film is directed by Sharat Katariya of 'Dum Laga Ke Haisha' fame.

Premier League: 5 things we learnt from match-week 1

The 2018-19 season of one of the most watched football leagues has just kicked off.

Tajikistan: 16 people feared dead in helicopter hard landing

Up to 16 people, including 13 climbers and 3 helicopter crew, were unaccounted for after a hard landing by the helicopter in the mountains of Tajikistan, the Central Asian country's emergency committee said today.

WhatsApp: You can now retrieve chat histories of blocked contacts

WhatsApp is testing yet another new feature and this one pertains to blocking.

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5 greatest WWE stables ever

A stable is a group of professional wrestlers who have something in common- friendship, manager, or purpose, and unite together as a unit.

Discussion points: England beat India in second Test

England beat India by an innings and 159 runs in the second Test at Lord's to take a 2-0 lead in the 5-match series.

#HealthBytes: 5 amazing health benefits of coconut water

Consumed since time immemorial in the tropics, and considered a super-drink in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, coconut water has recently gained massive popularity across the globe.

Looks like a private Tesla might get Saudi Arabia's backing

Following Elon Musk's announcement of his plans to take Tesla private, Tesla's shares had plummeted owing to no investors backing to the plan.

Will Delhi's iconic Meena Bazaar be relocated? Traders protest

It was in 2004 when a petition was filed to revamp Jama Masjid and its surroundings.

Pakistan's goodwill gesture: 26 Indian fishermen released from Pak jail

Pakistan yesterday released 26 Indian fishermen from jail as a goodwill gesture.

Under NDA, imported apples, TVs and smartphones are getting costlier

The NDA government's import policy has undergone a marked change: customs duties have been hiked across categories, affecting more than 400 items.

Nokia 2.1, Nokia 5.1 go on sale in India today

HMD Global's recently launched Nokia 2.1, Nokia 5.1 and Nokia 3.1 (3GB RAM variant), will go on sale today in India.

India may host NBA pre-season game next year: NBA Chief

In what could be a major boost for basketball in India, the country may host a pre-season NBA game in Mumbai next year, said the league's Commissioner Adam Silver.

Happy Birthday Sridevi: Remembering India's first female superstar

Indians cannot think of Chiffon sarees without thinking of Sridevi. It's been 29 years since we first fell for Chandni, unknowingly, irrevocably, but no wedding is considered complete even today without a woman dancing to 'Mere Haathon Mein Nau-Nau Choodiyan Hai'.

After Stormy Daniels, it's TV-star Manigault Newman vs Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump has one word to describe former White House staffer and fellow reality-TV star Omarosa Manigault Newman: "Lowlife."

40 people dead in Kerala rains, but troubles to continue

Kerala has been ravaged by "the worst disaster in its history," leaving not just scores of people dead and thousands displaced, but tearing apart lives and wrecking infrastructure.

Former Lok Sabha speaker Somnath Chatterjee dies at 89

Former Lok Sabha speaker Somnath Chatterjee, who was rushed to hospital in a critical condition last week, has succumbed. He was 89.

This bug puts new Apple Mac at risk

While Macs are touted to be one of the most secure devices, the same can't be said for the latest Apple machines.

Maruti Suzuki Dzire special-edition launched for Rs. 5.56 lakh

Maruti Suzuki has launched a special edition of its popular Dzire compact sedan in India.

England beat India 2nd Test: Kohli and Co. blown away

India suffered another batting blip as they lost the second Test against England by an innings and 159 runs at Lord's.

#GamingBytes: 5 most exciting suits in Spider-Man 2018

Spider-Man 2018 is an action-adventure game that will come out on September 7, 2018.

Top 3 Android smartphones to consider over Xiaomi Mi A2

Xiaomi's latest Android One smartphone, the Mi A2, goes on sale in India on August 16 via Amazon.

12 Aug 2018

Syria: 39 killed in weapons depot blast; explosion's origin unknown

An explosion of unknown origin at a weapons depot in a rebel-held town in northwest Syria's Sarmada in Idlib province killed at least 39 civilians, including a dozen children, Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitor said.

Steps to protect your WhatsApp account against hacking

Despite WhatsApp being end-to-end encrypted, it is possible for the popular chat app to be hacked.

#CareerBytes: 7 scholarships for engineering, medical students offered by government

Engineers and doctors are both equally important for the development of the country.

Honored by Lord's for both batting and bowling

Lord's commemorates individual performance by putting up a cricketer's name on the prestigious 'Honors Board'.

What is cyber insurance and why do you need it?

Generally, wherever there is a threat, there's an insurance company working against it.

All that glitters today is definitely 'Gold'

Akshay Kumar's 'Gold' will release on Independence Day.

Here's how Alexa's India-specific content can help your child

Amazon has pushed new updates for its smart assistant Alexa and Alexa-supported devices like Amazon Echo to particularly cater to Indian children.

5 worst signings of all time by Arsenal FC

Arsenal FC are one of the top clubs in the English Premier League and have a glorious history of 132 years.

#SmartphonesFaceoff: Note 9 v/s OPPO Find X v/s P20 Pro

Samsung recently launched its most advanced smartphone till date - the Galaxy Note 9.

Indian-American scientist made mission to 'touch' the Sun a reality

NASA launched the Parker Solar Probe today- the world's first mission to 'touch' the sun. But few people know that the base for this was laid 60 years ago, thanks to an Indian-American scientist.

#TravelBytes: Top 5 national parks to visit in India

Traveling is about exploring new places, getting some fresh air, seeing the unseen, and doing the undone.

'Takht': Who plays what in KJo's biggest historical drama?

'Takht' is Karan Johar's most ambitious project yet. The director himself admitted that it would be as mammoth as 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', but set in the Mughal era.

Squad analysis EPL 2018-19: Chelsea

Chelsea could have an interesting phase ahead under new manager Maurizio Sarri.

Always wanted to do film that brings national pride: Ranveer

Ranveer Singh is all set to bring on celluloid the story of India's first Cricket World Cup victory through the movie ''83' and says he always wanted to be part of a film with national pride as its theme.

Macau to displace Qatar as world's richest place by 2020

Qatar, currently the world's richest place, is soon set to be overtaken by Macau - the world's newest gambling hotspot.

Railways asks drivers to hit top-speed if train is late

To improve the punctuality of trains, Indian Railways has asked drivers to hit top speed if the train is running late, an official said.

Arsene Wenger was sacked by Arsenal, claims Jack Wilshere

Former Arsenal mid-fielder Jack Wilshere has made a stunning revelation about Arsene Wenger.

No privatization plans, but will take private-players' help: ISRO Chairman

ISRO Chairman K Sivan has dismissed controversial allegations of him attempting to privatize ISRO.

Know what Pogba said about his situation at Manchester United

Paul Pogba and Jose Mourinho haven't shared the best of relationship with each other since last season.

Indian soldiers at Siachen to get special indigenous clothing, equipment

The army is manufacturing special clothing and equipment for its forces posted at the Siachen glacier - considered the world's most dangerous battlefield.

Chhattisgarh CM to be elected like Sita's 'swayamvar': Congress leader

Like Goddess Sita chose Lord Ram, the Chief Minister's face of the Congress will be elected through 'swayamvar' after the Assembly elections, Chhattisgarh Leader of Opposition TS Singh Deo said.

Sevilla threaten to pull out of Spanish Super Cup tie

12-time Spanish Super Cup holders Barcelona are set to take on Sevilla in this year's Cup tie, slated to be held in Tangier, Morocco.

Pakistan: PTI bags 33 reserved seats, NA-tally stands at 158

Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has been allotted 28 reserved seats for women and five for non-Muslims by the election commission, taking its tally to 158 in the National Assembly - just 14 short of the number required for a simple majority.

Bhopal: Hostel inmate forced to watch porn, raped for months

In the latest development in the Bhopal hostel rape case, a fourth victim has approached police and accused Ashwini Sharma of raping her and having unnatural sex.

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Partners in Crime: The 5 best tag-teams in WWE ever

Tag-team is a separate category in wrestling which involves fighting in a team with only one member inside the ring at any given time.

Kerala: How a dog saved its human family from disaster

Rains and floods have ravaged Kerala, leaving at least 37 people dead and some 35,000 displaced.

'Bigg Boss 12': These celebrity-pairs may appear on the show

The twelfth season of the controversial show 'Bigg Boss' will reportedly air on September 16.

Know what Dada, Gavaskar had to say about India's batsmen

The Indian batting unit's torrid time in England continued to haunt the side.

2,800 faculty posts lying vacant in IITs, 260 in IIMs

It is not just seats that are going vacant in Indian institutes. According to data from the HRD Ministry, 5,606 posts of faculty members in central universities are yet to be filled.

These 'godmen' are gearing up to contest Madhya Pradesh polls

Religious leaders in Madhya Pradesh are preparing to jump into the political fray and contest the state Assembly polls due later this year.

Shoaib and I didn't marry to unite India-Pakistan: Sania Mirza

When Indian tennis star Sania Mirza married Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Mallik, both nations spoke about the wedding relentlessly.

US: Police-chief's son attacks Sikh man; shows 'middle-finger' in court

The teenager son of a police chief in California, who brutally assaulted a 71-year-old Sikh man, grinned and made obscene gestures by flashing his middle fingers, during his first court appearance, according to a report by Sacramento's FOX40 News.

26/11: As Mumbai burned, citizens turned rescuers for their cops

The 26/11 attacks in Mumbai harmed the city in ways that can never be repaired. They destroyed families, martyred soldiers, and exposed the nation's deepest vulnerabilities.

Muzaffarpur sex-abuse: Cops recover influential people's numbers from accused

Police have recovered a list of 40 mobile phone numbers from Brajesh Thakur, the main accused in the Muzaffarpur shelter homes abuse case, which includes those of some "powerful" people, including a minister.

Robbers steal money, but get caught in Delhi's traffic

Had it not been for the notorious traffic jams of Delhi, two robbers could have gotten away in Bhajanpura's Yamuna Vihar with around Rs. 6,000 cash on Wednesday.

Troll says 'KANK' promoted extra-marital affairs, KJo gives classy reply

'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna', also known as 'KANK', remains one of Karan Johar's finest movies.

NASA launches the first ever mission to 'touch' the Sun

NASA launched the ambitious Parker Solar Probe today, after glitches delayed its original launch scheduled yesterday.

#IndiaInEngland: Woakes realizes boyhood dream after his ton at Lord's

They say dreams do come true when you work hard towards accomplishing them.

#HealthBytes: The many health benefits of yogurt

Yogurt is undeniably a super-food, and science backs the fact.

Nokia 2.1, Nokia 5.1, Nokia 3.1 launched: Price, specifications

As the latest addition to its India line-up, HMD Global has launched the Nokia 2.1 and Nokia 5.1 smartphones in India.

Spain's Gerard Pique announces international retirement

Barcelona central defender Gerard Pique has announced his retirement from international football.

Arsenal vs Manchester City: Pre-match report

With new coach Unai Emery at the helm of things, Arsenal will start off their Premier League campaign by hosting Manchester City, the defending champions.

Bigg Boss 12: First promo starring Salman Khan releases

A short while ago the first promo of 'Bigg Boss 12' dropped and the star host Salman Khan perfected his character.

Reservation here to stay; mob lynching is a crime: Modi

PM Narendra Modi has iterated that mob lynching is a crime, no matter the motive, and states need to take effective measures to check such incidents.

After Karunanidhi's death, son Stalin rises to handle DMK's reins

As the only president of DMK, a towering leader of Tamil Nadu, and five-time Chief Minister of the state, M Karunanidhi, was laid to rest in Marina Beach, Chennai, last week, the responsibility of the party automatically fell on son MK Stalin's shoulders.

Trump administration suspends military training with Pakistan, says media report

The Trump administration has suspended more than a decade-long military training program of Pakistani personnel at US institutions, the Dawn newspaper reported yesterday, quoting official sources.

These 16 states may receive heavy rainfall this week

The National Disaster Management Authority on Saturday said that in the next two days, 16 states may get heavy to very heavy rainfall.

Nobel Prize-winning author VS Naipaul dies at 85

Reputed author Sir VS Naipaul, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature, has died "peacefully" in London, his family has confirmed. He was 85.

#PolicyExplainer: Get upto Rs. 60,000/year post-retirement with Atal Pension Yojana

India is a "young" country with youth accounting for over 50% of the population. But once this young population starts aging, India may face a critical challenge because of an "unpensioned society" as over 90% of Indians aren't covered under any pension scheme.

#TravelBytes: 5 countries you can visit, instead of buying iPhoneX

However nice the iPhone X looks, there's long list of things one can buy in the amount it ends up sucking out of your pockets.

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.

Tips to protect your family from dengue and chikungunya

With intermittent rains hitting parts of the country for the past two months, the risk of mosquitoes thriving increases with each passing day.

OPPO F9 Pro to launch in India on August 21

OPPO is all set to launch its latest mid-range smartphone - the OPPO F9 Pro - in India on August 21.