All about the 2018 Asian Games
The 2018 Asian Games are set to be held in Indonesia from August 18 to September 2.
#GamingBytes: Best games by Junglee
Junglee Games is one of the fastest growing gaming companies in South East Asia.
Pakistan batsman Nasir Jamshed banned for 10 years
The career of Pakistan batsman Nasir Jamshed saw an untimely end after he was sentenced to a 10-year ban, for his involvement in spot-fixing in the second season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Why Bengalureans ran out of their homes yesterday?
Yesterday around 3PM, residents of West and South Bengaluru were in for a shake, literally!
Asian Games 2018: Air pollution in Jakarta a major concern
Indonesia are set to host the Asian Games 2018 and ahead of the mega event, air pollution in, the traffic-clogged capital, Jakarta has become a concern.
Deepika Padukone falls off Forbes highest-paid actresses list
The Forbes list for highest-paid actresses was recently announced, and Scarlett Johansson has topped it.
The big Premier League matches this weekend
Match-week 1 of the 2018-19 season of the English Premier League has ended and the second match-week is upon us.
#HealthBytes: 9 things that might be killing your sex drive
A fulfilling sex life is crucial to your relationship with your partner.
Income Tax collection at record Rs. 10.03 lakh crore: CBDT
Income Tax collection in the country stood at a record Rs. 10.03 lakh crore during 2017-18.
Dear media wallas, our leader has died. Let us mourn
A leader dies, a nation mourns and the media lies. But their hatred is neither new, nor logical.
UP Deputy CM talks about when Vajpayee asked for 'pajamas'
At election meetings, politicians usually just ask for votes, but at a public meeting in UP's Lucknow in 2006, Atal Bihari Vajpayee perplexed the audience when he asked for some pajamas.
US: Indian man convicted of sexually-assaulting woman sleeping on flight
A 35-year-old Indian IT manager has been convicted of sexually assaulting a woman sleeping aboard a Detroit-bound flight in the US, media reports said.
Kevin De Bruyne injured, might be out for three months
After winning the 2017-18 Premier League and enjoying an amazing run with Belgium at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Manchester City mid-fielder Kevin De Bruyne was looking forward to another successful campaign this term.
Vajpayee's ashes to be immersed in UP's all holy rivers
Former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's ashes will be immersed in rivers in all the districts in Uttar Pradesh, the state government said today.
I'm 'attarangi', don't fear being judged on fashion: Ranveer Singh
Ranveer Singh proudly flaunts the badge of being quirky and unconventional as the actor believes there has always been an "attarangi" streak in him.
Know what Sachin Tendulkar had to say about Ajit Wadekar
Sachin Tendulkar paid his tribute to former Indian cricketer, Ajit Wadekar, on Friday.
Sidhu arrives in Pakistan to attend Khan's oath taking ceremony
Indian cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu today arrived in Lahore to attend the swearing-in ceremony of his friend Imran Khan as Pakistan's Prime Minister.
When Vajpayee and his father were classmates in college
In 1945, when a 21-year-old Atal Bihari Vajpayee enrolled in a Kanpur college in Uttar Pradesh to study law, he had a classmate who was already retired after serving 30 years as a teacher. That was none other than his father.
Leaders from around the world condole Atal ji's demise
Leaders from a number of countries, including the US and Russia, have expressed grief over the death of former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and recalled his contributions in strengthening bilateral relations and maintaining regional peace.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar likely to be ruled out owing to injuries
India's problems don't seem to cease, in the ongoing series, against England.
#GamingBytes: Pokemon Go gets new mythical Pokemon Celebi
Pokemon Go players have a new reason to cheer.
#CareerBytes: Top 5 medical colleges in Mumbai
Mumbai is the city of dreams, and when we say so, money isn't the only thing we refer to.
5 iconic Stone Cold Steve Austin moments of all time
Stone Cold Steve Austin is probably the most influential WWE superstar ever and is responsible for the global popularity of the WWE.
#TravelBytes: Top 5 most beautiful Indian islands you must visit
India is (fortunately!) one such country that has been blessed with abundant natural beauty.
This three-year-old has IQ higher than Einstein!
She has an IQ more than Einstein's and thus has been inducted in the high-IQ society Mensa.
WhatsApp now available on JioPhone: Here's how to download
In its 41st AGM, Reliance had promised that all JioPhone users would get access to WhatsApp, Facebook, YouTube, and Google Maps by August 15.
Records held by India at Nottingham in Test matches
India are up against England in the third Test, of the 5-match series, at Nottingham, starting Saturday.
Mumbai reports first malaria death; fight with leptospirosis, cholera continues
Mumbai's fight with the trinity of malaria, leptospirosis and cholera has started once again, as malaria claimed one life this month, making it the first malaria death of this year.
Xiaomi POCO F1 will be Flipkart exclusive, suggests teaser
On August 22, Xiaomi's recently announced sub-brand POCO, will launch its first smartphone in India.
Nick Jonas, parents in Mumbai to meet Priyanka Chopra's family
Actor Priyanka Chopra's boyfriend Nick Jonas and his parents, Denise Miller Jonas and Paul Kevin Jonas, are in Mumbai amid reports the couple will throw a bash to celebrate their engagement with family and close friends.
#LakmeFashionWeek: Actor Kriti Kharbanda to walk for Sweta and Priyangsu
Actor Kriti Kharbanda will turn showstopper for designers Sweta and Priyangsu's label "Tahweave" at the upcoming Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2018.
England vs India 3rd Test: How to pick Fantasy XI?
After losing the 2nd Test match by an innings and 159 runs against England at Lord's, the Indian team will be raring to give it all in the third game at Nottingham starting from Saturday.
#AnEraEnds: Gentle Giant Vajpayee cremated amid teary-eyed admirers
Three-time Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajapyee was cremated on Friday. His death marks the end of a unique political era in India.
16-year-old Australian hacks Apple's corporate network; user accounts data accessed
An Australian schoolboy who "dreamed" of working for Apple hacked the firm's computer systems, Australian media has reported, although the tech giant said today no customer data was compromised.
#GamingBytes: You can learn coding while playing these video games
Coding is opening up a different world to human society.
Better Indo-Pak relations will honor Vajpayee's legacy: Imran Khan
Pakistan new Prime Minister Imran Khan said that peace between India and Pakistan was the best way to honor deceased former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's legacy.
Yamuna continues to swell: Delhi government restarts evacuation, rescues 600
As water level in Yamuna touched 205.72m crossing the 'danger mark' at 204.83m, Delhi government had to start evacuating people again on Wednesday.
On way to pay respect to Vajpayee, Swami Agnivesh attacked
In a condemnable incident, Swami Agnivesh was attacked outside the Bharatiya Janata Party headquarters in Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg, earlier today.
Junior Track Cycling World Championships: Indian Esow Alban wins sliver
The cycling star from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Esow Alban, has won the silver medal at the World Junior Track Cycling World Championships in Switzerland.
Pakistan leaders remember Vajpayee for his Indo-Pak peace agenda
The Pakistan Government and its top leaders have paid respects to Atal Bihari Vajpayee and said the former Indian Prime Minister contributed to bringing a change in bilateral ties and remained a key supporter of regional cooperation for development.
#HealthBytes: 5 incredible health benefits of meditation
Meditation has become quite a global phenomenon in the past couple of decades, as people from all parts of the world are getting aware of its many positive effects.
Serena Williams reveals reason behind her worst career loss
Serena Williams had suffered the worst defeat of her career, recently, against Johanna Konta in a 6-0, 6-1 battle at the Silicon Valley Classic.
Google clarifies it's still tracking you, even if you opted-out
Just days after an Associated Press investigation revealed that Google tracks users even with the 'Location History' setting turned off, Google has revised its location-tracking policy.
Pakistan army chief endorses death sentences of 15 'hardcore terrorists'
Pakistan Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa yesterday endorsed the death sentences of 15 "hardcore terrorists" convicted by special military courts.
Everything you need to know about La Liga 2018/19
Spain's top-flight football league is set to begin from tonight and fans cannot wait to see their favorite teams and stars in action.
The man, the words: Atalji's poems are now our guiding-light
Life is a work in progress. Where it ends, death starts. All your life, you step towards death, inch by inch. And, only death is permanent.
US: Sikh man stabbed to death in New Jersey
A Sikh man has been stabbed to death at his store in the US state of New Jersey, the third incident targeting the minority Sikh community in the country in three weeks.
Kolhapur: 'Nirbhaya Squad' has booked 8,000+ eve-teasers, counseled many more
In Kolhapur, the all-women "Nirbhaya Squad" has registered 8,846 cases of eve-teasing till July, reports TOI.
Why Atal ji cried just before becoming PM: Watch video
A poet, a politician, a statesman and an orator. Atal Bihari Vajpayee was all this, and also had an emotional core.
When Vajpayee took flock of sheep to Chinese-embassy to protest
Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the legend among men, passed away on Thursday evening.
India-US bilateral relationship continues to benefit from Vajpayee's vision: Pompeo
Atal Bihari Vajpayee recognized early on that the US-India partnership would contribute to the world's economic prosperity and security and the two democracies continue to benefit from his vision, US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo yesterday said while condoling the death of the former Indian Prime Minister.
US, Russia, Japan express grief over Atal ji's demise
The United States, Russia, and Japan today condoled the demise of the former Prime Minister of India Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
#KeralaFloods: Excise-duty on liquor increased to collect revenue for relief
Kerala is experiencing its worst floods and the state has decided to increase excise duty on liquor to collect revenue for flood relief.
#AtalJiForever: 5L to attend his funeral, last rites' details here
Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee passed away on Thursday at 5 PM after getting treatment at AIIMS for around nine weeks.
8 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.
Vivo X23 to get next-generation in-display fingerprint sensor, 3D face-recognition
Vivo is working to launch Vivo X23 - the successor to Vivo X21 which was originally launched in China this March and later introduced in India in May.
#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.
India-bound OPPO F9 Pro specs leaked: Details here
OPPO's first smartphone to feature a 'waterdrop'-shaped notch - the OPPO F9 - has been launched in Vietnam.
10 rules to know about concessions offered by Indian Railways
IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) offers tickets at concessional rates to a number of specified categories.
#CareerBytes: Top 5 medical colleges in Bengaluru
Bengaluru excels as a city with international standards in education, housing some of the country's best ranked colleges and schools.
Champions League is the priority for Barcelona star Lionel Messi
Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi is targeting the UEFA Champions League this season.
Leave me alone! Cranky parrot says 'f**k off' to rescuer
The bird just wanted to be left alone, but its owner was concerned, as it was perched on the neighbor's roof for three days.
#GamingBytes: The Walking Dead final season's details revealed
Telltale Games' most popular series, 'The Walking Dead' came out with the final season on August 14.
5 common myths about homosexuality debunked!
The world has not been kind to the same-sex loving community. It's high time we stop insulting and shaming these individuals, because having a different sexual orientation doesn't make them any less human.
Serie A 2018-19: 5 new signings to watch out for
The Serie A 2018-19 season starts this weekend along with La Liga in Spain.
#RIPAtalJi: Without you, India won't ever be the same
Although former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee breathed his last today, he has left India with a legacy that is nigh immortal.
Biopic on Jayalalithaa to be launched on this date
The trend of biopics continues to be on the rise and next real-life personality to be immortalized on screen is former Tamil Nadu CM, J Jayalalithaa.
IS claims responsibility for deadly Kabul attack on Shiite students
The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the horrific suicide bombing yesterday that targeted a Shiite area of Afghanistan's capital Kabul, killing 34 students.
Delhi: 2 men claim responsibility for attack on Umar Khalid
In a video uploaded on Facebook, two men have claimed responsibility for the attack on JNU student leader Umar Khalid in an upmarket area in Delhi on Monday, and said they will surrender before police tomorrow.
Priyanka Chopra-Nick Jonas might make their engagement official this weekend
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas have kept their love-affair very public yet quite private.
Anup Soni is moving to silver screen and is excited
Popular TV actor Anup Soni says he has taken a selfish call to do movies as the big-screen space is more exciting today.
iPhone X look-alike Moto P30 is now official
As yet another iPhone look-alike Android smartphone, Lenovo-owned Motorola has launched the Moto P30 in China.
Maruti Suzuki India hikes prices by up to Rs. 6,100
Country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) today hiked prices of its vehicles by up to Rs. 6,100 (ex-showroom Delhi) to partially offset an increase in commodity and distribution costs and adverse foreign exchange rates.
Google One launches in US, offers new, cheaper cloud storage
For reasons as yet unknown, Google is rebranding its Google Drive storage plans as Google One, and has introduced newer, cheaper cloud storage plans for its customers, marking the first price cut in its cloud storage service in over four years.
#GamingBytes: These video games will help you learn English
Learning a new language can be difficult and sometimes boring. People tend to get confused and make slow progress.
Why does this Bihar town celebrate Independence-day for two days?
While all of us celebrated Independence Day yesterday, there is a place in India that celebrates the same with equal fervor and passion today too.
#ForeverOurHero: How Vajpayeeji made India a nuclear state
In an article, Shakti Sinha, who served as private secretary to late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee from 1996 to 1999 wrote, 'For Vajpayee, nuclear weapons security for India is an article of faith and not a slogan.'
Reasons why India can win the 3rd Test against England
India lost the second Test, at Lord's, against England by an innings and 159 runs.
#TravelBytes: Top 5 restaurants in Gurgaon
Who would've thought that Gurgaon, a humble town in Haryana would one day become a commercial hotspot, with skyrocketing buildings, and bustling citylife?
Advani remembers his closest friend for 65 years, Vajpayee
Former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee passed away at AIIMS on Thursday, creating a void in Indian politics that can't be filled ever.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee, former PM and BJP-stalwart, passes away
Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee died today after being admitted at AIIMS for nearly nine weeks.
Pakistan to hold presidential elections on September 4
Pakistan will hold presidential elections on September 4 to elect President Mamnoon Hussain's successor at the end of his five-year tenure, the election commission announced today.
England vs India, 3rd Test: Everything you need to know
England and India are gearing up for the third Test to be played at Nottingham from Saturday onwards.
How to apply for a driving license in Delhi
The Indian law requires all citizens, aged 18 or above, to hold a driver's license issued in their name, to be able to drive anywhere in India.
FIFA rankings: World champions France on top
The FIFA world rankings revealed, on Thursday, see world champions France on top of the charts.
UAE based father-son duo on India trip create world record
An Abu Dhabi-based man and his five-year-old son on an India tour have set a Guinness world record for visiting the maximum number of UNESCO world heritage sites in less than 12 hours using public transport.
Corona beer owner invests $4bn in weed; what's the craze?
In what could be the biggest investment in the marijuana industry till date, Corona beer owner Constellation Brands is all set to invest $4bn in Canopy Growth, Canada's largest cannabis producer.
#1984LosAngelesOlympics: PT Usha reveals why she missed out on bronze
India's track superstar PT Usha recalls that during the Los Angeles Olympics of 1984, where she missed a medal by one-hundredth of a second, she was forced to eat just rice porridge with the pickle.
Delhi Government cracks down on fake, substandard drugs
Many of the drug samples seized by Delhi Government during their raid in March were found to be either fake or not containing active salts, said officials.
Apple's 2018 iPhones: Price and specs leaked
Apple is expected to launch three new iPhones this fall, reportedly sometime in September.
Mumbai: India's first penguin born on Independence Day
Even as the whole nation celebrated Independence Day yesterday, it was extra special for Byculla Zoo.
OYO looking to raise $1bn, valuation might cross $4bn
It seems that budget hotel network OYO Rooms is getting ready for yet another round of funding, and is reportedly looking to raise an amount between $500mn to $1bn.
Chennai: Woman rescues newborn from drain, names him 'Freedom'
Chennai resident Geeta has become the hero everyone is hailing, after she rescued a newborn baby from a drain near her house on Wednesday, August 15.
#DeshKeAtal: Facts to know about Atalji- marvelous orator, brilliant statesman
As Atal Bihari Vajpayee is battling illness and age, his niece Kanti Mishra said she wanted to hear him speak one more time. This is precisely the emotion of the nation which rallied behind Vajpayee and adored him for decades.
Pakistan telecom authority has threatened to ban Twitter. Here's why
Twitter has been warned by Pakistan's telecom authority that the micro-blogging site could be banned in the country for not complying with its directive to block objectionable content.
#HealthBytes: Top 5 health benefits of eating egg whites
The popular super-food, egg is known for its uncountable health benefits.
Kareena to be Lakme Fashion Week finale's showstopper again
Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan will be the showstopper for designer Monisha Jaising at the grand finale of Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Winter/Festive 2018.
Rupee continues to fall, hits new-low of 70.32 against USD
The Rupee today slumped 43 paise against the US Dollar to trade at a lifetime low of 70.32 on strong demand for the US currency.
China to send negotiator to US for trade-talks this month
China will send a top negotiator to the United States in late August to resume trade talks, Chinese Commerce Ministry said today, the first public meeting on the subject in weeks as the trade conflict intensifies.
Smart Cities: You'll soon get free Wi-Fi in Delhi
Parts of the national capital are slated to get free Wi-Fi and high-speed broadband connections soon, following the launch of a slew of smart city projects by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh.
Google Doodle honors Ebenezer Cobb Morley, the father of football
Google Doodle, on Thursday, celebrated the birth anniversary of Ebenezer Cobb Morley, who is known as the father of modern football.
Kingpin, who sold kids to US-clients for Rs. 45L, arrested
The Mumbai police has arrested the kingpin of a child-trafficking racket who had been selling Indian kids to his clients in the US since 2007.
About movie with Shahid Kapoor, Imtiaz Ali ends all rumors
Shahid Kapoor sent fans in a frenzy when he had said he would be teaming up with Imtiaz Ali for a film, but the project never happened, and Imtiaz says he never announced it in the first place.
Indo-Israel missile defense system to be procured by Israeli Navy
The multi-purpose Barak-8 missile defense system, jointly developed by India and Israel, will be procured by Israeli Navy to protect its exclusive economic zones and strategic facilities from diversified threats in the marine arena, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) said.
#GamingBytes: 5 best cricket video games of 2018
Undoubtedly, cricket is the most loved sport in our country.
Umar Khalid case: Two men claim credit for attack
Despite having caught JNU student leader Umar Khalid's attacker on camera, the Delhi Police, so far, have failed to identify the man.
Ajit Wadekar is no more: Facts about the former skipper
Former Indian cricket skipper Ajit Wadekar passed away on Wednesday at the age of 77.
Trump quashes security clearance of former CIA chief John Brennan
US President Donald Trump has revoked the security clearance of former CIA Director John Brennan, accusing him of "lying" and blaming his "erratic conduct and behavior".
Xiaomi Mi A2 goes on sale today at 12pm
Xiaomi's recently launched Android One smartphone, the Mi A2, will go on sale today starting 12pm via Amazon, Mi e-store, Mi Home and Mi Preferred Partner stores.
IIT Delhi and Bombay to independently decide hiring, courses, fees?
The HRD Ministry is reportedly considering freeing IIT-Delhi and IIT-Bombay from the IIT Council's control. The move would allow these two IITs complete autonomy in administration insofar as hiring, courses, and fees are concerned.
Pyongyang summit, bold step towards ending war with N-Korea: Moon
South Korean President Moon Jae-in yesterday said his visit to Pyongyang next month will be a bold step towards formally ending the decades-old war with North Korea.
JioPhone 2 flash sale starts at 12pm: All details here
JioPhone 2, the successor to the popular JioPhone, will be available for purchase starting 12pm today, via a flash sale on Jio.com.
President, PM pay tributes to former cricket captain Ajit Wadekar
President Ramnath Kovind and PM Narendra Modi joined Indian cricket fraternity in offering tributes to former captain Ajit Wadekar, who died at 77 in Mumbai yesterday after prolonged illness.
Kerala hit by worst-ever flood, death toll rises to 72
Kerala is witnessing its worst-ever flood- 72 people have lost their lives, operations have been suspended at Kochi Airport till August 18, and trains cancelled on the Thiruvananthapuram-Nagercoil route.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee critical, is on life support system
Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who had been admitted at AIIMS for the last nine weeks is critical, the premium medical institute said in a statement on Wednesday.
#SmartphonesFaceoff: Samsung Galaxy Note 9 v/s Apple iPhone X
Samsung recently launched its most advanced smartphone ever, the Galaxy Note 9.
#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.
5 funny Indian YouTube channels you should follow
With Jio's penetration and the growth of content companies, YouTube has now become synonymous to entertainment in India.
#LeakAlert: OPPO R17 Pro to sport triple camera setup
OPPO is working to launch its latest mid-range smartphones, the OPPO R17 and OPPO R17 Pro.
Squad analysis Serie A 2018-19: Juventus
Juventus will be eyeing their eight successive Serie A title when they start their 2018-19 campaign this weekend.
