India: News

23 Aug 2018

Maharashtra

This website is all you need for government-schemes, jobs, exams

The central and state governments roll out several schemes, implement various initiatives and policies for citizens.

23 Aug 2018

OPPO

OPPO A5 launched in India for Rs. 14,990

As yet another addition to its budget-range smartphone line-up, OPPO has launched the OPPO A5 in India.

23 Aug 2018

Tamil Nadu

#TravelBytes: Top 5 places in India for history buffs

The Indian soil has witnessed countless dynasties come and go, innumerable wars, and many rulers- thus resulting in a plethora of historically and culturally significant townships, featuring historic ruins, monuments, temples, and more.

23 Aug 2018

South Korea

#MeetTheMedalists: All about shooting star Shardul Vihan

India's 15-year-old teenager Shardul Vihan added another medal to India's tally at the ongoing Asian Games 2018, being held at Indonesia.

Jhulan Goswami retires from international T20 cricket

Veteran Indian women's pace bowler Jhulan Goswami has decided to retire from international T20 cricket.

23 Aug 2018

WhatsApp

No intent to impose blanket ban on messaging-apps: Telecom Secretary

The Telecom Department does not intend to impose a blanket ban on messaging apps and platforms but is seeking technical solutions to curb specific instances of misuse, Telecom Secretary Aruna Sundararajan said.

23 Aug 2018

Education

5 online-courses to help 9th & 10th graders in JEE-preparation

The dates for JEE Mains exam 2019 have been announced.

23 Aug 2018

South Korea

#AsianGames2018: India fails first-time to reach kabaddi final, since 1990

Seven-time champion India failed to reach Asian Games men's kabaddi final for the first time after a shock 18-27 loss to Iran in the semifinals in Jakarta today.

23 Aug 2018

Mukesh Ambani

Reliance becomes 1st Indian company to hit Rs. 8trillion market-cap

Despite hitting the $100bn market capitalization mark a month earlier, Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) has showed no signs of slowing down.

23 Aug 2018

England Cricket Team

All about India's new Test team member Hanuma Vihari

India have called up middle-order batsman Hanuma Vihari for the remaining two Test matches against England.

23 Aug 2018

Health & Wellness

Is coconut oil really poison as this Harvard Professor claims?

A Harvard Professor's claim "coconut oil is pure poison," has left the world divided and India, especially South India, fuming.

Air pollution cutting Indians' lives short by over 1.5yrs: Study

Ambient air pollution shortens an average Indian's life by over 1.5 years, say scientists who suggest better air quality could lead to a significant extension of human lifespan around the world.

23 Aug 2018

Indian Railways

This is how you can transfer your confirmed Railway ticket

The Indian Railways provides to the passengers, the option of transferring their confirmed railway tickets by submitting a request atleast 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure of the train.

23 Aug 2018

Web Series

In web-series on Uri, Amit Sadh to play important role

Amit Sadh will be seen playing the role of an Army officer in a web series inspired by the Uri attacks.

Husband's kin shouldn't be roped in marital disputes, dowry-deaths: SC

The relatives of a husband shouldn't be roped in cases of matrimonial disputes and dowry deaths unless specific instances of their involvement in the crime are made out, the Supreme Court has held.

Arun Jaitley back as Finance Minister, after 3-month break

After a three-month-long hiatus following a successful kidney transplant at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Arun Jaitley is finally ready to to take up the reins as the Finance and Corporate Affairs minister again.

23 Aug 2018

Narendra Modi

#RaGaInGermany: Unemployment reason behind lynchings, an ISIS reference, and more

Congress President Rahul Gandhi launched an attack at ruling BJP and PM Narendra Modi as he addressed a gathering in Bucerius Summer School, Hamburg, Germany.

23 Aug 2018

Narendra Modi

Veteran journalist Kuldip Nayar dies at 95, Modi expresses condolence

Veteran journalist and former editor of Indian Express, Kuldip Nayar died on Thursday, aged 95.

23 Aug 2018

Reliance Industries

#SmartphonesFaceoff: JioPhone 2 v/s Micromax Bharat 1

JioPhone 2, the successor to Reliance's popular JioPhone, recently went on sale in India.

23 Aug 2018

iOS

#CareerBytes: 6 tech skills you need to get start-up jobs

Start-up jobs are in demand these days as more and more job seekers are looking for jobs offering learning opportunities and scope for growth.

22 Aug 2018

Reliance Jio

Amazon-exclusive 10.or D2 launched in India, starts at Rs. 6,999

China-based 10.or (pronounced Tenor) has launched the D2 smartphone in India.

22 Aug 2018

Aadhaar Card

UIDAI advises against sharing Aadhaar details on social media

The UIDAI has said just like users would not share their PAN, Debit/Credit card details on social media, they should follow the same set of rules with Aadhaar.

22 Aug 2018

Taj Mahal

India among 'top 10' destinations for Chinese tourists in Asia

India ranks among the top 10 popular destinations for Chinese travelers in Asia, especially for social media-influenced millennials, according to a report.

22 Aug 2018

Virat Kohli

Kohli dedicates third-Test win to Kerala flood victims, thanks Anushka

Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli dedicated the win against England in the third Test to Kerala flood victims.

22 Aug 2018

Monsoon

What caused the Kerala floods? NASA reveals the reason

NASA has released a video using satellite data that provides an estimate of rainfall and shows the spread of the resulting severe flooding in Kerala.

22 Aug 2018

Chemistry

#CareerBytes: Top 5 online-courses to prepare for JEE Chemistry

The JEE entrance exam is the ultimate test for any engineering aspirant in India.

22 Aug 2018

Jharkhand

#InternationalWatercolorFestival: 56 international artists from 24 countries to participate

The International Watercolor Festival, starting in Ranchi from tomorrow, aims to bring local artists in touch with the international art and promote the rich art and culture of Jharkhand.

22 Aug 2018

Xiaomi

Xiaomi-backed Poco F1 launched in India, starts at Rs. 20,999

Xiaomi-owned Poco brand has launched its first smartphone in India.

22 Aug 2018

England Cricket Team

India thrash England in 3rd Test: Here're the records broken

India beat England on Day 5 of the third Test match held at Nottingham.

22 Aug 2018

Aadhaar Card

Aadhaar: How to verify mobile number and retrieve lost UID

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), which issues Aadhaar cards to the citizens of India, offers a number of allied services like online correction and updating the details in users' Aadhaar cards.

22 Aug 2018

Virat Kohli

Kohli breaks Ganguly's record, becomes 2nd most successful Indian skipper

Virat Kohli eclipsed former Indian cricket skipper Sourav Ganguly's record as he registered his 22nd Test victory as a captain.

22 Aug 2018

Asian Games

All you need to know about the sport 'Sepak takraw'

India men's Sepak takraw team scripted history by winning the bronze medal at the ongoing 2018 Asian Games, being held at Indonesia.

22 Aug 2018

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A8 Star launch imminent, Amazon hints at price

Samsung is expected to soon launch the Galaxy A8 Star in India.

22 Aug 2018

Muslims

Eid Mubarak: 5 delightful dishes to prepare for the feast

The second, holier of the two biggest Muslim festivals- Eid-al-Adha (or Bakrid) is finally here.

22 Aug 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: 5 incredible health benefits of Yoga

The ancient, spiritual Indian practice of Yoga has gained massive momentum across the globe, in the past couple of decades.

22 Aug 2018

Tennis

#AsianGames: Ankita reaches semifinals in tennis; assures India of bronze

Ankita Raina today confirmed just the third singles medal in women's tennis for India at the Asian Games in Indonesia as she reached the semifinals after being 1-4 down at one stage.

22 Aug 2018

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 India launch today: All details here

Days after the global unveiling, Samsung is all set to launch its most-powerful device yet - the Galaxy Note 9 - in India today.

22 Aug 2018

Netflix

I seek abnormalcy over the convention: Indie filmmaker Qaushiq Mukherjee

Qaushiq Mukherjee can be called one of the most provocative indie filmmakers in India and the director, known for his unique point of view, says he seeks abnormalcy over the convention.

22 Aug 2018

Indian Railways

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.

22 Aug 2018

Fitbit

Fitbit Charge 3 launched in India, starts at Rs. 14,999

As the successor to 2016's Fitbit Charge 2, US-based Fitbit has launched its Charge 3 in India.