22 Oct 2018

#ComicBytes: Five DC villains who know Batman's identity

The mask is not to protect the hero, but the ones he loves.

IRCTC bookings: Rules to know about Indian Railways' Auto-Upgrade scheme

The Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) offers the option of "auto-upgradation" of class to full fare-paying waitlisted passengers, to the next higher class, in case vacant berths are available.

KWK6: Deepika Padukone reacts to Ranbir's love affair with Alia

Karan Johar's 'Koffee With Karan 6' started with a bang as "bonafide beauties" Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone brought the house down in the first episode.

#GamingBytes: Fortnite 'Save the World' won't go free-to-play in 2018

Fortnite is one of the most popular Battle Royale games globally. This is primarily because it is free to play.

#KnowTheDisease: Everything you need to know about lifestyle diseases

Lifestyle diseases, also known as non-communicable diseases (NCDs), are those diseases whose occurrence is primarily based on the daily habits of people.

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WWE wrestlers who staged a comeback to achieve phenomenal success

Not all stars see a straight rise to the top of the card, some really have to work hard to achieve the main-event status in WWE.

Delving deep into 'Daredevil's' Karen Page, her actions and history

'Daredevil', the popular Netflix show, recently released its third season.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 natural remedies to cure sore throat

A sore throat, causing pain and irritation, can be quite uncomfortable, especially when you swallow.

'Aquaman' director teases a look at the sea creatures

'Aquaman' is DC's upcoming film slated to release in December.

#CareerBytes: List of important topics for UPSC exam

The UPSC Civil Services exam is one of the toughest in India, thus thorough preparation and solid determination are vital to crack it.

#LeakPeek: Xiaomi Mi Mix 3's exceptional camera details revealed

Xiaomi's Mi Mix 3, set to launch on October 25, is primed to be the best smartphone of 2018.

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#GamingBytes: NetEase introduces new Cyber Hunter Battle Royale to mobiles

The Battle Royale genre is enjoying immense popularity amongst the gaming community.

Revealed: Ginni Chatrath had this condition before marrying Kapil Sharma

It's raining weddings in Bollywood these days. After the announcement of Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone's wedding, comedian Kapil Sharma has announced his.

Latest Windows 10 plagued by another file-compromising bug: Details here

Ever since the latest iteration of Windows 10, aka the October 2018 update (build 1809), started rolling out, users have been facing a number of problems.

Usain Bolt's agent claims Mariners have offered him a contract

Usain Bolt's agent has claimed that Central Coast Mariners, the A-League club with whom he is under trial, have offered him a professional contract.

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#MondayLaughter: We have collected the best memes on Ranveer-Deepika's wedding

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, who have been setting couple goals for the past six years, announced their much-awaited wedding dates on Sunday.

Alexis Sanchez misses training amid speculations of Manchester United exit

Alexis Sanchez is, reportedly, not happy to be working under Jose Mourinho and speculations regarding him calling it quits, to his Manchester United stint, are doing the rounds.

Woman says #MeToo, accuses Terribly Tiny Tales co-founder of rape

Apart from bringing to fore sexual predators, the #MeToo movement has also been traumatic for survivors as it's bringing back memories of what happened.

#GamingBytes: Fortnite Halloween themed event teased by Epic

Halloween season is upon us and most game developers are trying to capitalize on the festive mood with themed events.

Julen Lopetegui to be sacked by Real Madrid soon: Reports

After Zinedine Zidane suddenly ended his tenure as Real Madrid manager, Los Blancos hired Julen Lopetegui, then coach of Spain as their new gaffer.

#IndianIdol10: Salim-Sulaiman to replace ousted judge Anu Malik

Singing-based reality show 'Indian Idol 10' has been grabbing the headlines after judge Anu Malik was accused of sexual misconduct.

Get free rides in Boring Company's high-speed tunnel: Details here

The first test tunnel being developed by the Boring Company to establish a high-speed 'loop' transit system under Los Angeles is inching closer to reality.

The CBI just raided its own headquarters: Here's why

In what marked an unprecedented move, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raided its own headquarters on Monday in search of evidence in an alleged bribery case involving its second-in-command, Special Director Rakesh Asthana.

#MeToo: Alisha Chinai slams Anu Malik, calls him a 'haiwaan'

In wake of the ongoing #MeToo movement of Bollywood, music director Anu Malik has been called out by many women.

Now, ask Google Assistant for Airtel account updates: Here's how

In a bid to bolster digital innovation in India, Airtel is teaming up with Google and bringing customer service capabilities into Google Assistant.

CBDT: From 2014-2018, number of Indian crorepatis rose by 60%

On Monday, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) released key tax statistics that indicate that the number of crorepatis in India are going up.

UP legislative council chairman's wife arrested for killing son

Late on Sunday, the Uttar Pradesh Police arrested the wife of a lawmaker on charges of killing her 23-year-old son.

Confirmed! Kapil Sharma-Ginni Chatrath to get married on December 12

Celebrations are in the air for comedian-turned-actor Kapil Sharma on both personal and professional front.

Lanka's Rangana Herath to retire after first Test against England

Sri Lankan left-arm bowler, Rangana Herath, has announced that he will be hanging up his boots after Sri Lanka play their first Test against England at Galle.

OPPO's flagship, Find X, caught cheating on benchmarks: Details here

Chinese giant OPPO is facing flak for trying to game the system of benchmarks.

Star shuttlers Saina, Sindhu, Srikanth seek success in French Open

Indian badminton stars, including Kidambi Srikanth, PV Sindhu, and Saina Nehwal will be eyeing their first major BWF title of the year when the French Open begins in Paris tomorrow.

#MeToo: After Chetan Bhagat's tweets, Ira Trivedi releases mail trail

The mud-slinging between writers Chetan Bhagat and Ira Trivedi is getting dirtier by the day, with the latter accusing the former of sexual harassment.

#SabarimalaTemple: Security beefed up amid reports of entry of women

Security has been tightened at Sabarimala and other pilgrim centers connected to it amid reports that women in the menstrual age group are planning to visit the hill shrine on Monday, the last day of the "darshan".

China to ban 'eco-unfriendly' tourist vehicles near Mt. Everest base-camp

China is planning to ban polluting tourist vehicles at the Mount Everest base camp in Tibet from next year as part of its efforts to reduce pollution in the area that has a fragile environment.

After Allahabad's renaming, Shimla might be renamed to Shyamala

It seems like Shimla is set to join the increasingly long list of Indian cities that have been renamed.

After getting trolled for risky selfie, Devendra Fadnavis's wife apologizes

Amruta Fadnavis, the wife of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, said today that she was ready to apologize after a video, showing her clicking a selfie sitting on the edge of a cruise ship, went viral.

Xiaomi's 'Diwali with Mi' Sale: Top offers and discounts

Xiaomi will host its 'Diwali with Mi' sale in India from October 23-25 on Mi.com.

Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone to have a short honeymoon: Here's why

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone got everyone talking after they announced their wedding on social media.

Gold smuggling on rise along India-Myanmar border: Imphal customs report

High-tariff duties and an increasing gap in gold prices between India and Myanmar have led to an upsurge in smuggling of gold across the international border, revealed a report compiled by the anti-smuggling unit of Imphal customs division.

The world's fastest growing economy is choking on toxic air

India might be the world's fastest growing economy, but it is fighting an increasingly uphill battle against air pollution.

Delhi: Kejriwal blames BJP as 400 petrol-pumps remain shut today

As 400-odd petrol pumps and CNG dispensing units in the national capital remained shut on Monday in protest against the Delhi government's refusal to reduce VAT on fuels, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal accused BJP of "threatening" petrol pump owners to go on strike against the AAP dispensation.

#GamingBytes: Mumbai based team wins PUBG Mobile Campus Championship

PUBG Mobile Campus Championship is the first major eSports tournament, to be held in India.

NASA names constellations after Hulk, Thor's hammer, Godzilla: Details here

If you look at the night sky, you'd probably point out at least a few constellations like The Big Dipper or Orion's belt.

Separatist-sponsored strike after Kulgam blast disrupts normal life in Kashmir

Normal life was once again disrupted in the Kashmir Valley Monday due to a strike called by separatists over the death of seven civilians in a blast at an encounter site in Kulgam district.

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#GameOfThronesReunion: Sean Bean reveals that show might have reunion episode

'Game of Thrones', the HBO series based on George RR Martin's books, has always been a fan favorite.

Tendulkar and Kambli back together as Little Master starts academy

The two legends of Mumbai cricket, Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli, friends since their school days, have joined forces to scout talents from the grounds of Mumbai.

#MeToo: SC declines urgent-hearing of PIL seeking registration of FIRs

The Supreme Court today declined urgent hearing on a PIL seeking the registration of FIRs based on allegations of sexual misconduct leveled by women across various sectors, part of India's #MeToo movement.

Rahul Gandhi won't be projected as PM candidate: Chidambaram

Senior Congress leader and former Union Finance Minister P Chidambaram, in an interview, said the party won't project Rahul Gandhi as PM candidate for 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

Don't know where the body of Khashoggi is: Saudi Arabia

In yet another disappointing statement, Saudi Arabia has said that it doesn't know where the body of slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi was, despite admitting to the killing and calling it a "tremendous mistake".

Kerala nun rape: Major witness, Father Kuriakose, suspiciously found dead

In yet another twist to the Kerala nun rape case, a priest who had earlier publicly spoken against the accused, Bishop Franco Mulakkal, has been found dead.

Tanushree files Rs. 10 crore defamation suit against Rakhi Sawant

Tanushree Dutta is arguably a force to reckon with, these days. She created a havoc in the industry after she accused Nana Patekar of sexual harassment, and is the sole force behind India's #MeToo movement.

#SabarimalaRow: SC to decide date for hearing of review petitions

The Supreme Court today said it would decide tomorrow as to when the petitions, seeking review of its Sabarimala verdict allowing entry of women of all age groups into the temple, will be listed for hearing.

Delhi: Man kills wife in front of daughter; surrenders afterwards

In what marks yet another disturbing incident in the national capital, a 24-year-old man allegedly strangled his wife to death in front of their two-year-old daughter, and sat with the body for over 24 hours with his daughter on his lap before surrendering to the police.

Turkish President vows to reveal 'naked truth' over Khashoggi death

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vowed to reveal within days the "naked truth" over the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, as Riyadh said it didn't know the whereabouts of his body and that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had been unaware of any operation to murder him.

Al Jazeera releases documentary, claims evidence of spot-fixing in cricket

Al Jazeera released another documentary, on Sunday, alleging incidents of spot-fixing in at least 15 international matches (6 ODIs, 6 Tests and 3 T20Is) from 2011 to 2012.

#BiggBoss12: Are Anup-Jasleen faking their relationship? Sourabh reveals the truth

The 'Weekend Ka Vaar' episode of 'Bigg Boss 12' always comes with its share of surprises.

China's richest woman loses 66% of her fortune, courtesy trade-war

Zhou Qunfei, founder and CEO of consumer electronics suppliers Lens Technology, had become China's richest woman by supplying touchscreens for Apple and Tesla devices.

Lenovo S5 Pro launched with iPhone X-like notch, Snapdragon 636

Expanding its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, Lenovo has launched its latest S5 Pro in China.

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh arrives in Israel for 5-day visit

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh has arrived in Israel on a five-day visit to strengthen cooperation between the two in sectors such as agriculture, horticulture, and dairy.

US to end landmark Cold War-era arms-control treaty with Russia

President Donald Trump has announced that the US will pull out of a landmark Cold War-era arms control treaty with Russia that limited the number of missiles in the two nations, accusing Moscow of violating the deal.

WB: Woman allegedly raped by relative, rod inserted in private-parts

In what makes for a brutal incident, a tribal woman was allegedly raped by her relative in West Bengal, and a rod was inserted in her private parts.

Delhi-NCR: Autos, taxis, petrol-pumps on strike today, details here

In what is sure to cause major inconvenience to commuters, taxis, autos will go on strike on Monday in Delhi/NCR. Adding to this, petrol pumps have also called for a strike.

#LeakPeek: Nokia 8.1 to feature Snapdragon 710 SoC, Android Pie

HMD Global is reportedly working to launch Nokia 8.1 as the successor to the Nokia 8 Sirocco which was released in April this year.

#CareerBytes: Top YouTube channels to help you learn coding

In an increasingly tech-driven world, coding is certainly a must-have skill even for people with non-technical backgrounds.

Mohammad Abbas reaches third ranking after just 10 Tests

Pakistani pacer Mohammad Abbas put up a dazzling performance in the Test series, against Australia, in the United Arab Emirates.

Redmi Note 6 Pro to launch in November in India

Xiaomi's latest Redmi Note 6 Pro, which was recently launched in Thailand, will arrive in India in mid-November, according to a leaked media invite.

Marvel's 'Luke Cage' gets canceled by Netflix

The hero from Harlem, Luke Cage, quickly became a Netflix favorite for his bulletproof skin and the subtle exploration of racial issues in the show.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 now available for Rs. 57,900

Samsung's recently launched Galaxy Tab S4 is now available for purchase in India via Amazon and Samsung online store.

21 Oct 2018

#GamingBytes: Fortnite players can change gravity settings in Playground Mode

Fortnite is one of the most popular and beloved games in the Battle Royale genre and it keeps this momentum going by adding new aspects to the gameplay experience.

Unstoppable England go in as favorites for World Cup 2019

England have continued to play an aggressive brand of ODI cricket.

1st ODI, India beat West Indies: Here're the records broken

India decimated West Indies in a high-scoring encounter in the first ODI of the 5-match series in Guwahati on Sunday.

UP BJP leaders will handle media management in poll-bound MP

To give an edge to the BJP in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh, four spokespersons from the party's Uttar Pradesh unit have been dispatched to the neighboring state for effective media management, a party leader said Sunday.

Film-lovers in Madhya Pradesh surviving theater crisis. Know what happened

Film lovers in Madhya Pradesh have been deprived of watching new releases since October 5 as over 400 theatres have downed shutters in protest against entertainment tax levied by some local bodies in the state.

Deepika reveals what made her fall in love with Ranveer

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone took the social media by storm today after they announced their wedding dates on Twitter.

Sidhu refuses to react to SAD's demand of his ouster

Punjab Minister Navjot Singh Sidhu Sunday refused to react to the SAD's demands for his dismissal and lodging of an FIR against his wife Navjot Kaur Sidhu over the Amritsar train incident on Dussehra.

Reasons why Real Madrid are facing a crisis this term

After winning three consecutive Champions League titles, one would expect a club to perform at their very best, but such is not the case with Real Madrid.

Flipkart Plus v/s Amazon Prime: Which one is better?

Flipkart has recently announced its loyalty program that comes with a host of added benefits and freebies.

#GamingBytes: Indian Counter-Strike pro caught cheating in tournament

Counter-Strike is one of the most competitive multiplayer games and has an incredibly loyal fan base.

Soon, Google Assistant will have list, note-taking capabilities

Google may soon integrate Assistant with a new web app dedicated for taking down notes or adding items to a particular list.

Spot-fixing confession: PCB to start fresh inquiry against Kaneria

The Pakistan Cricket Board is set to initiate a fresh inquiry against former spinner Danish Kaneria.

Sony TV breaks silence on Anu Malik's 'Indian Idol' exit

Music composer Anu Malik created a buzz this morning after he announced his exit from the singing-based reality show 'Indian Idol 10'.

Confirmed: Samsung's flagships getting Android Pie as late as 2019

Samsung has a knack of pushing software upgrades really late, and that is not going away any time soon.

#ComicBytes: Five smartest villains in the DC Universe

The DC Universe is peppered with incredibly smart minds on both sides of the line.

#DenmarkOpenFinal: Saina wins silver; fails to break Tai Tzu code

Saina Nehwal gave her all before losing steam as she yet again succumbed to nemesis and World No.1 Tai Tzu Ying to settle for a runner-up finish at the Denmark Open in Odense.

Veteran police dog who tracked the Kurla 'rapist-killer' will retire

After 10 long years of service, a veteran 'officer' of the Mumbai Police is all set to retire in a few days time.

IPL 2019: Dhawan could unite with Rohit at Mumbai Indians

Shikhar Dhawan has been one of the mainstays of Sunrisers Hyderabad over the years in the Indian Premier League.

KWK6: Deepika-Alia to turn gossip queens tonight on KJo's show

Karan Johar is all set to return to small screen, with 'Koffee With Karan Season 6' tonight.

NIA's 'Most Wanted' list seems to prioritize Maoists over terrorists

On Saturday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) released a list of its most wanted fugitives, urging the public to provide it with tips about fugitives' whereabouts.

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Twitter employee spied on users for Saudi intelligence: Report

Saudi Arabia co-opted a Twitter employee to spy on dozens of users from within the company, a New York Times report citing multiple sources has revealed.

Ronaldo reaches another milestone with his latest goal for Juventus

There are hardly any goal-scoring records which have not fallen to Cristiano Ronaldo.

Parineeti reveals why Nick is the perfect match for Priyanka

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas have been painting the town red these days, and we find it hard to keep our eyes off this lovely couple.

2018 El Clasico to miss both Leo Messi and CR7

Lionel Messi suffered a serious injury in Barcelona's 4-2 win over Sevilla at the Camp Nou in a crucial league encounter, that saw the side go top of the table.

This is 'world's thinnest' credit card-sized smartphone: Details here

Japanese telecom giant NTT Docomo and electronics manufacturer Kyocera have come up with an adorable smartphone, one that carries the same footprint as a credit card.

Tripura: CPI(M) files police-complaint as BJP lays Ram Temple's foundation-stone

The opposition CPI(M) in Tripura has lodged a complaint against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Sanatan Sena for laying the foundation stone for a Ram temple on a plot of land in a tribal area of South Tripura district.

#GamingBytes: Insomniac rolls out a fun update of Spider-Man PS4

Marvel's Spider-Man for PS4 has garnered large-scale critical and commercial success. However, before the game had launched there was some controversy regarding the adjustment of a puddle on-screen.

Amritsar train tragedy adds to India's lakhs of avoidable deaths

Much has been said about the Amritsar train tragedy, but what remains crystal clear is that the accident could have been easily avoided.

It's Official: Ranveer-Deepika to get married on November 14-15

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone have put the speculations of their wedding to rest.

Will contest Chhattisgarh, MP polls with SP: Gondwana party chief

The Gondwana Gantantra Party will fight the Assembly polls in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh in alliance with the Samajwadi Party, its chief Heera Singh Markam said Sunday, as he ruled out a tie-up with the Congress in the two poll-bound states.

IIT-Delhi students propose using 'cow dung logs' for funerals

In a bid to combat air pollution and reduce deforestation, a group of 40 students from IIT-Delhi have come up with an alternative to using wooden logs for cremations.

Two-women prevented from climbing Sabarimala-hills. Will the row ever settle-down?

As the Sabarimala row in Kerala refuses to die down, Ayyappa devotees on Sunday prevented two Telugu-speaking women from climbing the holy hills.

#GamingBytes: PUBG introduces Training Mode map for Xbox One

Despite PUBG's recent glitches in the PC version, the intense Battle Royale still retains its popularity across platforms.

Pakistani 5-year-old imitates bowling action of Bumrah

Several kids, around the world, look to imitate their favorite players as far as different sports are concerned.

Kashmir: Three militants killed in fierce gunfight; one civilian dead

Early on Sunday, Indian security forces managed to kill three militants in an intense, marathon firefight in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Five worst publicity stunts pulled by the WWE

WWE is the most popular wrestling promotion in the world, but some publicity stunts it came up with, to promote the shows, were in extremely bad taste.

US will get to bottom of journalist Khashoggi's death: Trump

President Donald Trump has said the US will get to the bottom of the Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi case and asserted he would not like to scrap an arms deal with Riyadh, amid a global outrage over the dissident scribe's death.

Tesla cars will get a 'dog mode' for pet safety

Tesla cars will be getting a dedicated 'dog mode' for pet safety.

Flipkart Festive Dhamaka Sale: Top deals on smartphones and electronics

Just days after hosting its Big Billion Days sale, Walmart-owned Flipkart has announced the Festive Dhamaka Days sale starting October 24.

Meerut: BJP councilor arrested for fighting with cop, assaulting woman

On Saturday, the Uttar Pradesh Police arrested a BJP municipal councilor from Meerut over a scuffle with a police officer and for allegedly assaulting a woman at his restaurant on the Delhi-Dehradun highway.

ICC introduces 50-over league-based qualification structure for 2023 World Cup

The ICC board members have, unanimously, approved a new 50-over league based qualification structure for the 2023 World Cup.

#MeTooEffect: Anu Malik steps down as 'Indian Idol' judge

Ever since Bollywood's #MeToo movement gained momentum, several names have cropped up in alleged sexual misconduct cases.

PM Modi inaugurates National Police Memorial, museum for khaki-donning forces

On the special occasion to mark the National Police Commemoration Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday inaugurated a refurbished National Police Memorial in New Delhi and a newly-built museum for the khaki-donning forces.

Premier League 2018-19: Here are records broken on match-day 9

Match-day 9 of the English Premier League witnessed some important matches.

IND vs WI: Match preview, TV listing, Key players

With the 2019 ICC World Cup only seven months away, India have some issues to address when they take on West Indies in the 5-match ODI series, starting today, in Guwahati.

#BiggBoss12: Sreesanth reveals his fees for Salman Khan's show

The high voltage drama on 'Bigg Boss 12' seems to be never-ending, and Sreesanth, owing to his short temper, often heats up things in the house.

CBI books its second-in-command in bribery scandal

In a case that might have far-reaching consequences, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has booked its second-in-command, Special Director Rakesh Asthana, in a bribery scandal.

'Magicians' to campaign for BJP in MP polls. What's next?

Seeking a fourth straight term in Madhya Pradesh, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) intends to cast a 'magic spell' on voters during the upcoming State Assembly polls.

Arunachal: Villagers who gave land to Army become crorepatis overnight

Several residents of two villages in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh became crorepatis overnight after they received compensation for land they had donated to the Indian Army around five decades ago, right after the Sino-Indian war.

Julian Assange sues asylum host Ecuador over 'inhuman' conditions

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is taking legal action against Ecuador, the South American nation that continues to provide him with asylum, for allegedly violating his "fundamental rights and freedoms".

#AmritsarTrainTragedy: Dead, injured people robbed of their belongings

Much has been said about the Amritsar train tragedy that killed 61 people, but as more information comes in, more disturbing details are surfacing.

Know how to apply for a PAN card online

Whether you're thinking of getting a debit/credit or buying a property or opening a savings bank account, there is one document that you will need for each of these activities. And that document is the Permanent Account Number (PAN) card.

#CareerBytes: Top 5 online Test Series for UPSC exam

The Indian Civil Services exam, commonly referred to as the IAS exam, is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) each year.

Massive piece of space junk falls in California: Details here

We all know space junk or tiny flecks of discarded rockets and satellites pose a major threat to manned/unmanned missions.

#HealthBytes: Top 7 health benefits of coffee

One of the world's most popular sips, coffee gets a bad rap at times, because of its high caffeine content.

Delhi: 15-year-old, tries to foiled snatching bid, gets shot at

A 15-year-old boy was shot at by miscreants on Friday morning after he tried to foil a snatching bid in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh area.