16 Oct 2018

#ComicBytes: Five worst Batman suits of all time

Batman is one of the most popular and beloved comic characters. Since the masked vigilante has been around for 80 years, fans have seen several costume changes, trying to add flair to the caped crusader.

Salah, Mane, Virgil van Dijk injured; problems arise for Liverpool

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has serious reasons to worry as three key players of his team suffered injuries and are unlikely to play against Huddersfield.

#HealthBytes: Tips for a happy, healthy sex life

A happy and healthy sex life is crucial to a couple's overall mental, physical and emotional well-being.

#MeToo: Salman and brothers accused of rape by Pooja Mishra

With skeletons in closets being exposed in the #MeToo movement, actress-model Pooja Mishra has made shocking claims.

How to score 99 percentile in CAT exam

The prestigious CAT exam will take place on November 25, 2018.

Nathan Lyon goes past these two Aussie legends

Australian spinner Nathan Lyon showed, yet again, why he is one of the best spinners in world cricketer.

Guardiola reveals his favorites to win the Champions League

After a stunning Premier League victory last season, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola still does not feel his team is ready to win the Champions League.

Nandita Das' father Padma Bhushan Jatin Das accused of sexual-harassment

With its ascend in India, #MeToo has exposed what life is for women in the country, and now another renowned personality has found his name in the wall of shame.

Google's working on 'censored' Chinese search engine, CEO Pichai confirms

After being tight-lipped for months, Google's CEO Sundar Pichai has openly confirmed that the company is building a censored search engine for China.

Singer Varsha accuses Kailash Kher, Toshi Sabri of sexual misconduct

Since women have started sharing their #MeToo stories, every day exposes new dark side of the glamorous world.

Windies coach Stuart Law suspended for two ODIs against India

West Indies were handed a severe blow after the ICC suspended head coach Stuart Law for the first two ODIs against India.

Delhi: Emergency action plan rolled out to combat 'worsening' air-pollution

As the air quality in Delhi remains "poor", an emergency action plan has been rolled out which includes steps like banning diesel power generator sets and construction activities.

Happy Birthday Jacques Kallis: A look at his achievements

Jacques Kallis is widely considered as the greatest all-rounder, the game has produced in both Tests and ODIs. Kallis was a rare treat for all the cricket fans.

UPSC is hiring for various ministries: Apply before November 1

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has recently released a notification with respect to recruitment for various posts in a number of ministries- Ministry of Defense, Health and Family Welfare, and Ministry of Labor.

Limited-Edition Spider-Man PS4 Pro now available in India via Flipkart

Finally, Sony has launched the limited edition Spider-Man PS4 Pro in India.

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Mouni Roy denies being sexually harassed by director Reema Kagti

In the wake of the ongoing #MeToo movement, several filmmakers have been accused of sexual harassment by women.

IRCTC online ticket cancellation rules before and after chart preparation

Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) offers the facility of online cancellation of e-tickets via its website and mobile app.

I have always conducted myself with integrity: Jayasuriya

Former Sri Lanka cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya, who was charged on Friday, with two counts of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code, stated that he has always conducted himself with 'integrity and transparency'.

#CareerBytes: Toppers' advice to crack the CA exams

One of the most sought after courses in India is the Chartered Accountancy (CA) course, by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

Delhi: This gang commits walk-in frauds using OTP; beware

The Delhi police have busted a member of a gang that walks in to banks and steals money from customers by impersonating account holders and committing OTP fraud.

Larry Page's 'Cora' air taxi project inches closer to reality

Kitty Hawk, Larry Page's flying car company, is inching closer towards bringing one of its projects to life - Cora.

#GamingBytes: Black Ops 4 players using emotes unfairly

Blackout is Call of Duty Black Ops 4's highly competitive Battle Royale. However, trust gamers to find a loophole and use it to their advantage.

#MeToo: Another journalist accuses Akbar of sexual-harassment, amid his denials

Journalist Tushita Patel is the latest addition in the long list of women who have accused MoS External Affairs Ministry, MJ Akbar of sexual harassment, just as the former editor has rubbished the allegations.

#KasautiiZindagiKay2: Hina's entry as Komolika has a connection with Akshara

Ekta Kapoor took the social media by storm recently, when she introduced Hina Khan as the new Komolika in 'Kasautii Zindagi Kay 2'.

Maltese football club offers Usain Bolt a two-year contract

Right now, things are looking bright for former world champion athlete Usain Bolt.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 to officially launch on October 25

As the successor to last year's Mi Mix 2S, Xiaomi will launch the latest Mi Mix 3 flagship on October 25.

Woman 'haunted by spirits' kills her children in suicide attempt

In a bizarre and tragic incident, a woman in Gujarat ended up killing four out of her five children in a failed suicide attempt.

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5 most controversial wrestling pay-per-view shows of all time

Professional wrestling storylines are built upon through episodes and finally culminate into a match at pay-per-views.

Delhi: Ex-BSP lawmaker's son pulls out gun at five-star hotel

Reacting angrily after a spat, the son of an ex-BSP lawmaker pulled out a gun at the entrance of a five-star hotel in south Delhi and threatened guests at the hotel, according to a widely-circulated video of the incident.

After Alok Nath's defamation case, Vinta says she will fight

Writer-producer Vinta Nanda's allegations of sexual assault against Alok Nath gave a much-needed push to India's #MeToo movement.

#MeToo: Accused of sexual harassment, NSUI President resigns

Fairoz Khan, the President of National Students' Union of India (NSUI), has resigned amid the sexual harassment charges leveled against him.

Mbappe taking over Messi-Ronaldo's legacy is getting more supporters

Kylian Mbappe is among the best players in the world right now, and in a few years will surely be regarded as the best.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items to get rid of belly fat

The most stubborn of all fats is the fat that accumulates on your tummy.

Now, tell Google Assistant to play Netflix on Android TV

After a long wait, Android TV users have gotten the option to command their Google Assistant-enabled devices, like Google Home, to play Netflix.

#20YearsOfKKHH: Kajol says Ranbir, Alia, Janhvi can't recreate their magic

"Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Rahul, tum nahi samjhoge," these words made million hearts skip a beat.

Honor 8X launched for Rs. 14,999: Details here

Huawei-owned Honor has launched its latest Honor 8X smartphone in India.

Dating app for Trump fans leaks users' data on launch-day

A new dating app, meant exclusively for Donald Trump supporters and American conservatives, has found itself in a soup.

MCA won't be able to hold camp for Indian eves

The Wankhede Stadium lost the rights to host an ODI between India and West Indies as the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) was facing financial issues.

Nitish Kumar appoints Prashant Kishor as Vice-President of JD(U)

On Tuesday, poll strategist Prashant Kishor was appointed the Vice President of JD(U) by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, making him the second most powerful person in the party.

Mumbai: Six flats robbed in 90 minutes, residents in panic

In what would seem like a robbery out of a movie, seven masked men broke into six Mumbai flats and left with valuables and cash worth lakhs in the wee hours of Sunday, all within 90 minutes.

Parineeti Chopra spills beans on Priyanka Chopra-Nick Jonas' wedding

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas' whirlwind romance has always managed to make our hearts drool.

All Android users can now download Poco F1's Launcher

After months of testing, Xiaomi has finally released the Poco Launcher for all Android smartphones. So far, it was a Poco F1 exclusive UI.

Rajasthan: BJP stalwart Jaswant Singh's son Manvendra to join Congress

Manvendra Singh, son of BJP stalwart Jaswant Singh, will join Congress on Wednesday. In September, he had left the BJP at a 'Swabhimaan Rally' in Rajasthan's Barmer district.

Allahabad renamed to Prayagraj as UP Cabinet clears proposal

A couple of days after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced his plans to rename the historic city of Allahabad to Prayagraj, the UP Cabinet, on Tuesday, cleared the renaming proposal.

#MeToo: When Sajid Khan admitted he treated women poorly

The recent sexual harassment allegations against Sajid Khan in wake of Bollywood's #MeToo campaign have exposed the director's dark side.

#GamingBytes: Fortnite update will bring in-game tournaments

Fortnite has seen its popularity growing across the world.

Delhi Metro construction to be halted for the first time

Since 1998, construction of Delhi Metro has been taking place in some or the other part of the city, and for the first time brakes would be applied on the mammoth project.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro launches today: All details here

Huawei is all set to launch its latest flagship smartphone - the Mate 20 Pro - today in London.

Spain vs England: Key discussion points

After Spain defeated England at home in Wembley, this time it was the Three Lion's chance to give La Roja a taste of their own medicine.

'Make in India' seems to have become 'Assemble in India'

Narendra Modi's ambitious election promise to transform India into a manufacturing hub through the flagship 'Make in India' program has yet to bear fruit.

West Bengal: Bus falls into canal, 6 dead, 15 injured

On Tuesday, a bus fell into a canal in Haripal in Hooghly district of West Bengal which left 6 dead and injured 15.

What's the fuss about SG balls, asks Azharuddin

Former India skipper Mohammad Azharuddin has been left surprised with the wave of Indian players criticizing the SG balls.

Ahead of polls, Kejriwal asks for donations for cash-strapped AAP

With the 2019 polls coming up, Delhi CM and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has launched a crowd-sourcing campaign to try and raise funds to be able to contest the polls.

#WomenInSabarimala: Board may seek more time from SC for order-implementation

With just one day left before the gates of Sabarimala Temple in Kerala would open for devotees, the board which manages the hill shrine may seek more time from the Supreme Court to implement the order that allowed women of all ages to enter the place of worship.

Actor Saqib shares his #MeToo story: A man assaulted him

The #MeToo movement has exposed several dark secrets of Bollywood.

Poco F1 now available via Mi Home and other retail-stores

Finally, you can now walk into an Mi Home store and buy the so-far elusive Poco F1.

Microsoft co-founder, Paul Allen, dies aged 65

Paul Allen, the man who started Microsoft alongside Bill Gates, has passed away at the age of 65.

Sony offers permanent price-cut on Xperia phones: Details here

Just as India gears up for Diwali sales, Sony has offered permanent price cuts on a bunch of phones in its Xperia line-up.

Chris Evans talks about his last scene as Captain America

Chris Evans, who plays Captain America, is going to be hanging up his hero's suit after 'Avengers 4'.

Google's testing a new 'Explore' feature for Chrome: Details here

Google appears to be testing a new feature called 'Explore' on Chrome's Android app.

'Game of Thrones' star Richard Madden might play James Bond

The James Bond films have Daniel Craig playing the titular character, and the 50-year-old will reprise his role as the suave British spy in the upcoming movie 'Bond 25'.

#TechBytes: Tips to save mobile data on WhatsApp

With over 1.5 billion daily active users worldwide and nearly 250 million in India alone, WhatsApp is hands down the most popular instant messaging platform.

15 Oct 2018

#GamingBytes: All about the first update of Black Ops 4

The most anticipated addition to the popular Call of Duty franchise, Black Ops 4 released on October 12.

Lukaku praises Juventus, hints at future in Italy

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku, recently, gave an interview where he was all praises for Juventus and said that he wants to play in Italy at some point of time.

Vicky Kaushal's father accused of sexual harassment; he apologizes

The sexual harassment allegations in wake of Bollywood's #MeToo movement don't seem to end.

Will Umesh be in starting XI against Australia in Tests?

Umesh Yadav should be lauded for grabbing the limited opportunities, he has received in Test cricket in 2018.

#MeToo: Taxi Fabric co-founder Sanket Avlani accused of sexual misconduct

With politicians, actors, media persons, comedians, and a host of other people having been accused of sexual harassment, the #MeToo movement in India seems to be nearing full swing.

Apple's iOS 12.0.1 update fixes old issues, brings new problems

Apple recently released iOS 12.0.1 as an incremental update to fix some bizarre bugs related to Wi-Fi and charging.

UPSC: Weirdest ever questions asked in interviews

The UPSC Civil Services exam is divided into three stages- Prelims, Mains, and the Interview round.

Pakistan batsman emulates father and grandfather to set a record

Cricket, often, sees some unique records being scripted and this time another one entered the list.

Pentagon data breach: 30,000 DoD staffers' data compromised

As many as 30,000 Department of Defense (DoD) staffers' details have been compromised in a breach affecting one of Pentagon's contractors.

#ComicBytes: Five richest comic characters of all time

We have often wondered how rich our favorite comic characters are.

Lankan legend Sanath Jayasuriya charged under ICC Anti-Corruption Code

Former Sri Lanka cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya has been charged with two counts of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code.

'Anything is possible': Virat Kohli shares throwback photo

Anything is possible in life and Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli has justified the statement to perfection.

#MeToo: Actress Nushrat writes a letter in Luv Ranjan's support

Actress Nushrat Bharucha has created a buzz in the town after she came out in support of director Luv Ranjan.

Google's AI detects breast cancer with 99% accuracy: Details here

Google has developed an AI that can detect advanced breast cancer much more effectively than pathologists.

Ronaldo posts video of son scoring sensational solo goal

'Like father, like son' seems to perfectly fit Cristiano Ronaldo and his son when it comes to scoring goals.

#MeToo: Kriti Sanon's Instagram post casts doubt on anonymous victims

Bollywood's #MeToo movement has been gaining a lot of momentum.

#GamingBytes: Black Ops 4 suffers CoD's lowest physical sales

Black Ops 4 was highly anticipated by players before its release, as the latest addition to the Call of Duty franchise was bringing a Battle Royale mode, Blackout, for the first time.

Gurugram: Motive behind shooting judge's kin unclear, constable isn't mentally-unstable

Constable Mahipal Singh, who shot at the wife and son of Additional Sessions Judge in Gurugram on Saturday, is mentally stable and the motive behind his actions is still unclear, HT reports.

Hillary on Clinton-Lewinsky affair: Bill hadn't abused power

With the #MeToo movement having gathered momentum, former US President Bill Clinton's affair with intern Monica Lewinsky has come under fresh scrutiny.

Soon, we might see Google's dedicated shopping tab in India

Google could soon introduce a dedicated 'shopping tab' for India.

Saif Ali Khan on #MeToo: Was harassed 25 years ago

India's #MeToo movement has got the tinselvile talking these days with celebrities sharing their opinions and experiences.

Mumbai: 46-year-old man acquitted of rape charges in 30-year-old case

We all know that justice delayed is justice denied. Though justice has been delayed terribly in this rape case, it has finally been delivered 30 years later.

Vivo Carnival Sale: Here're the top deals on Vivo smartphones

Vivo India has started its Vivo Carnival Sale in India today.

#GamingBytes: Top 5 sniping spots in PUBG Erangel

Erangel is the first map PUBG introduced as it shot to fame in the Battle Royale genre of gaming.

Chetan Bhagat shares Ira Trivedi's email after her sexual-harassment charges

Author Chetan Bhagat is upset (and visibly angry) over the slew of sexual harassment allegations leveled against him, especially by writer Ira Trivedi.

Manchester City deny making an offer for Leo Messi

Manchester City have denied claims that the club had offered Leo Messi three times the salary he receives at Barcelona, in a bid to convince him to sign for them.

Apple Watch Series 4 pre-orders begin: Price, launch date revealed

Unveiled alongside the latest iPhones, Apple's most-advanced wearable - the Apple Watch Series 4 - will launch in India on October 19.

WPI inflation rises to 5.13% in September, courtesy fuel-price hike

Inflation based on wholesale prices rose to a two-month high of 5.13% in September, mainly due to the hardening of food prices and the rise in fuel prices.

#MeToo: On charges leveled against father Vinod Dua, Mallika responds

India's much talked about #MeToo movement took a shocking turn when renowned journalist Vinod Dua was accused of sexual harassment.

Indian Railways bookings: Key rules to know about ticket reservations

Indian Railways allows passengers to book train tickets offline (through reservation counters) and online (via e-ticketing service- IRCTC's portal).

Maharashtra minister says online liquor sales allowed, backtracks afterwards

On Sunday, a minister from Maharashtra said that the BJP-led government had allowed online liquor sales in the state, but backtracked later and said that only a proposal for online liquor sales had been received.

Donald Trump finally admits that climate change isn't a 'hoax'

President Donald Trump on Sunday backed off from his claim that climate change is a hoax, but said that it's not man-made with permanent impacts and climate will "change back again".

China: Experts blame perfume, hair-gel for fueling smog in Beijing

Chinese experts have blamed the Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in hairspray, perfume and air refreshers for the recurring air pollution in China as the dreaded smog returned to haunt the capital city of Beijing today.

Shatrughan Sinha criticizes BJP govt over Rafale deal

Disgruntled BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha criticized the BJP government at the Center over the Rafale deal.

Pakistan: Ex-PM Nawaz Sharif's PML-N improves showing in by-polls

Pakistan's former PM Nawaz Sharif's PML-N ate the votes of the ruling PTI, winning four out of 11 parliamentary seats that went to the polls.

27 injured as hurricane Leslie slams into Portugal coast

A weakened hurricane Leslie slammed into the coast of Portugal, leaving 27 people injured as it uprooted trees, brought down power lines, and smashed store windows with gusting winds and heavy rain.

Trump vows 'severe punishment' in Saudi journo Khashoggi's disappearance

US President Donald Trump has vowed "severe punishment" if Saudi Arabia was behind the disappearance of its dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who is feared killed at the kingdom's consulate in Turkey.

IRCTC launches AI-powered chatbot to improve customer support

The Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched a chatbot, AskDisha, powered by artificial intelligence (AI) for improving customer services and and bolstering customer engagement.

Trump believes China also meddled in 2016 US presidential elections

US President Donald Trump has alleged China, in addition to Russia, meddled in the 2016 US presidential elections.

Air India wall collision: Foreign media simply can't believe it

An Air India flight's collision with a boundary wall has left foreign media absolutely bewildered.

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Stories behind WWE's best entrance songs of all time

The first impression which a wrestler creates goes a long way in shaping her/his character as well as building a loyal fan base.

#MeToo: MJ Akbar filed defamation suit against Priya Ramani

MoS External Ministry MJ Akbar has filed a defamation suit against journalist Priya Ramani through his advocates Karanjawala & Co, on Monday, at Delhi's Patiala Court.

#HealthBytes: Top 6 health benefits of Neem

A popular and commonplace herb in the subcontinent, Neem leaves have been in use in India since a long time.

#GamingBytes: All about Fortnite's new cosmetic gifting system

Fortnite enjoys immense popularity in the gaming community for its Battle Royale and quirky cosmetics.

Tennis: Djokovic closes in on Rafa's number one ranking

Serbian Novak Djokovic sealed another trophy in style to keep his sensational form going in 2018.

Congress opposes CM Adityanath's plan to rename Allahabad

On Sunday, the Congress voiced strong opposition to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's plans of renaming Allahabad to Prayagraj.

#RoyalBabyOnWay: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle expecting first child

Newly-weds Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expecting their first child, the Kensington Palace announced on Monday.

Ramos praises Harry Kane ahead of Nations League clash

Spain captain Sergio Ramos praised his English counterpart, Harry Kane recently and added that Kane has the potential to shine in Spanish league as well.

This is what Virat Kohli feels about teenage sensation Shaw

18-year-old Prithvi Shaw was handed his India Test debut in the series against West Indies.

Most expensive bottles of wine sold at Sotheby's auction

Two bottles of wine, made back in 1945 right after the end of the Second World War, have been sold at an auction for a total of just over $1mn, making them the most expensive bottles of wine ever sold.

Facing audio issues from Windows 10 update? Here's a fix

After a bug that deleted files without permission, Windows 10 users are facing another major problem - lack of audio.

#MeToo: Kangana Ranaut slams Shabana Azmi, KJo for their silence

Bollywood's #MeToo is now a burning issue, and actress Kangana Ranaut has been pretty vocal about it.

EU, Britain in surprise early talks ahead of crunch summit

EU Chief Negotiator for Brexit Michel Barnier and Britain's Brexit Minister Dominic Raab held talks yesterday in Brussels ahead of a crunch summit this week.

Tinsukia killings: Major General, six others sentenced to life imprisonment

Decades after killing some civilians in Assam's Tinsukia district, seven armymen, including a Major General, were sentenced to life imprisonment through a court martial on Saturday.

Kerala nun case: Rape accused Franco Mulakkal granted bail

Former Bishop Franco Mulakkal, who was accused of raping a nun, has been granted bail by the Kerala High Court on Monday.

Kolkata: 'Padmaavat' returns as Durga Puja theme in two pandals

The Chittorgarh Fort as seen in the period film 'Padmaavat' has been recreated by two crowd-pulling Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata.

Rishabh Pant breaks Dhoni's record after strong show against WI

Rishabh Pant has maintained his vigour and intensity in Test cricket after being handed his debut against England in the third Test in August.

Netanyahu threatens Hamas after violence along border with Gaza Strip

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday threatened to inflict "very strong blows" on Hamas, a Palestinian Sunni-Islamist fundamentalist organization, after fresh violence along the border with the Gaza Strip controlled by the Islamist group.

Air India air hostess falls off plane while closing door

A 53-year-old air hostess was injured today after falling off an Air India aircraft which was getting ready for departure at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai.

WhatsApp 'Delete for Everyone' feature updated: Details here

Peer-to-peer messaging service WhatsApp has issued a new update that improves its 'Delete for Everyone' feature.

Hit by #MeToo, BCCI CEO asked to not attend ICC-meet

Facing allegations of sexual harassment, BCCI CEO Rahul Johri has been asked to not attend ICC chief executives' meeting.

2018 Hyundai Santro's prices leaked ahead of October 23 launch

Hyundai has finally unveiled its all-new Santro hatchback in India and is now accepting online bookings for the car.

#MeToo: Ayushmann's wife Tahira explains why speaking up is important

The firestorm created by #MeToo movement has given courage to several women to come forward and share their horrible experiences.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro India variants leaked, launch imminent

As the successor to its popular Redmi Note 5 Pro, Xiaomi is expected to soon unveil the Redmi Note 6 Pro in India.

Bengaluru: Principal hacked to death while taking class

In a shocking incident, a school principal was hacked to death by a gang of six members on Sunday, while he was holding a special class for students of Class 10.

#HealthBytes: 5 Indian dinner options that help in weight-loss

Weight loss isn't about shrinking your diet or fasting. In fact, such practices are unhealthy.

Tesla just made its 100,000th Model 3, reaching new milestone

Just a year after delivering merely 30 Model 3s, electric car-maker Tesla has reached the milestone of 100,000 cars.

In 'Avengers 4' wrap, a confusing photo drives fans crazy

'Avengers 4' has wrapped up production as announced by brothers Joe and Anthony Russo over Twitter.

Simple tips to improve your English writing skills

Whether you want to score better in that English test at school, or pursue writing as a career, or just simply write for your heart's content, English writing comes handy on umpteen occasions.

Delhi Government launches fellowship programme to seek young leaders

The Kejriwal-led Delhi Government has recently announced a fellowship programme to seek young leaders across India for addressing some of the most pressing urban issues.