India: News

18 Sep 2018

Bengaluru

ISRO plans to launch 18 missions in next six months

With the continuing success of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) missions, ISRO has decided to take it up a notch and plans to launch 18 missions in the next six months, virtually one every two weeks.

18 Sep 2018

Chhattisgarh

MLAs declare average income of Rs. 24.59 lakh/year

As per the latest report of the Association for Democratic Reforms and the National Election Watch, sitting MLAs across India have an average income of Rs. 24.59 lakh/year.

18 Sep 2018

iPhone

Here's how to install iOS 12 on iPhone and iPad

Apple has now started seeding iOS12, its latest mobile software that sequels the buggy iOS 11.

18 Sep 2018

South Africa

#KnowTheDisease: Everything you need to know about Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial disease caused by 'Mycobacterium tuberculosis' that often affects the lungs. If not treated properly, it can be fatal.

17 Sep 2018

Education

8 mistakes to avoid while preparing for the 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.

Chetan Chauhan says Shastri should be sacked before Australia tour

Chetan Chauhan is the latest, among former Indian cricketers, to criticize Ravi Shastri for India's 1-4 loss to England in the recently concluded series.

17 Sep 2018

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh: Rahul Gandhi launches poll campaign with road show

On Monday, Congress President Rahul Gandhi launched the party's poll campaign in Madhya Pradesh, a major BJP bastion, with a road show in Bhopal.

17 Sep 2018

Aadhaar Card

How to enrol your children for Aadhaar

Although not mandatory for minors, enrolling your children for Aadhaar can come handy at a number of occasions. As a vital proof of identity, it helps in availing various government-sponsored schemes and services.

India doesn't discriminate tourists based on sexual orientation: Minister Alphons

India doesn't discriminate against tourists based on their sexual orientation and everyone is welcome to the country, Tourism Minister KJ Alphons said today.

17 Sep 2018

Narendra Modi

#ModiBirthday: 568kg ladoo unveiled on PM Modi's birthday

Union Minister Prakash Javadekar and his cabinet colleague Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi unveiled a 568kg ladoo on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 68th birthday today.

17 Sep 2018

Narendra Modi

Central govt employees to undertake cleanliness drive on office premises

The Center has asked all departments under it to undertake cleanliness drive on their premises, according to an official communique.

17 Sep 2018

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli, Mirabai Chanu recommended for the prestigious Khel Ratna

Virat Kohli and world champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu were today jointly recommended for this year's Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award, the country's highest sporting honor.

17 Sep 2018

Pakistan News

Army rules Pakistan despite Imran's election as PM: VK Singh

Union Minister VK Singh said the army still rules Pakistan despite the election of Imran Khan as the new Prime Minister, adding that it remains to be seen whether he will be able to bring about a change.

SC: Sale of Saridon, two other drugs allowed for now

After the government banned 328 FDC drugs including the likes of household names like Panderm, Saridon, etc., the Supreme Court, on Monday, allowed the sale of Saridon and two other drugs, at least temporarily.

17 Sep 2018

Jharkhand

Jharkhand: BJP-worker washes MP's feet, then drinks same water

In a shocking incident, a Bharatiya Janata Party worker washed feet of MP Nishikant Dubey at a recent event in Jharkhand and then drank the same water.

17 Sep 2018

Pakistan News

#HappyBirthdayPMModi: To the man we love, politician not so much

The word 'Modi' invokes a whole gamut of emotions - from the most revered man to perhaps the most hated politician, Narendra Damodardas Modi is many things.

17 Sep 2018

Karnataka

Karnataka: Petrol, diesel prices slashed by Rs. 2

Following on the footsteps on Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, and Rajasthan, the Karnataka government has now slashed fuel prices in the state by Rs. 2, even as petrol prices spiral in other parts of the country.

17 Sep 2018

Narendra Modi

#ReliefForKarnataka: Kumaraswamy cuts petrol, diesel prices by Rs. 2/liter

Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy today announced the JD(S)-Congress government's decision to cut petrol and diesel prices by Rs. 2/liter.

17 Sep 2018

Venkaiah Naidu

Naidu addresses Indians in Malta, hails contribution in bilateral ties

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu yesterday interacted with the Indian diaspora in Malta and hailed their contribution in strengthening India's relations with the Southern European island country.

17 Sep 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.

17 Sep 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: 5 Yoga asanas to help relieve back pain

Thanks to the modern sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise, back pain has become a common problem these days, surprisingly even in younger people.

16 Sep 2018

Hyundai Motor Company

2018 Hyundai Verna Anniversary Edition launched at Rs. 11.69 lakh

To commemorate the company's 20th year in the Indian market, Hyundai has introduced Hyundai Verna Anniversary Edition.

16 Sep 2018

Bengaluru

#TravelBytes: 5 most haunted places in Bengaluru

As is common knowledge, the 'Silicon Valley of India', Bengaluru is India's IT hub, and is not short of any aspect of modern civilization.

16 Sep 2018

CAT

How to score 99 percentile in CAT exam

The online registrations for the CAT exam are currently underway, and the exam will take place on November 25, 2018.

16 Sep 2018

Xiaomi

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro gets MIUI 10 update

Xiaomi has started releasing the MIUI 10 Global Stable ROM update for the Redmi Note 5 Pro in India.

16 Sep 2018

Rohit Sharma

MS Dhoni is the go-to man for everyone: Rayudu

India open their Asia Cup 2018 campaign against Hong Kong on Tuesday and that is followed by a clash against arch-rivals Pakistan, the next day.

16 Sep 2018

Rajnath Singh

Rajnath to launch first 'smart fence' project along Indo-Pak border

India's first "smart fence" project, which entails deploying laser-activated fences and technology-enabled barriers to plug vulnerable gaps along frontiers, will be launched by Home Minister Rajnath Singh in two 5km each patch along the Indo-Pak border tomorrow.

16 Sep 2018

Odisha

Odisha gets first 'Tribes India' outlet showcasing tribal products

Odisha's first "Tribes India" outlet has come up in Bhubaneswar showcasing a wide range of tribal products from across India.

Put knowledge capital to help poor, needy: CJI Dipak Misra

Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra Sunday advised the graduating law students to put their knowledge capital and skills to help the poor and needy.

16 Sep 2018

Virat Kohli

Ian Chappell hopes for better show by Indian Test batsmen

The Indian batting line-up was not up to the mark in the away Test series against South Africa and England this year.

16 Sep 2018

Narendra Modi

India not lowering guard on border with China: Defense Minister

India will not lower its guard along the Line of Actual Control with China while maintaining border peace in sync with the "Wuhan" spirit, Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.

16 Sep 2018

Venkaiah Naidu

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu invokes Nehru while addressing Serbian Parliament

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu invoked India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in his address to the Serbian Parliament as he underlined the need to strengthen democratic policies by internalizing the concepts of freedom, dialogue, inclusion and the rule of law.

16 Sep 2018

Sonia Gandhi

India will face another partition in 2047: BJP's Giriraj Singh

Bharatiya Janata Party member and Union minister, Giriraj Singh once again does what he's good at- releasing controversial statements.

16 Sep 2018

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

On Nick Jonas' birthday, appreciating the perfect partner he is

Yes, Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra are engaged. And yes, they make a great couple. Those who don't believe it, are the ones who don't believe in love, at all.

16 Sep 2018

Google

5 best premium headphones to buy in India

When it comes to watching films or listening to music, premium sound is indispensable. Added features like noise canceling and long battery backup make life even more clutter-free.

16 Sep 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Top 5 sources of Vitamin-D for vegetarians

Vitamin D is a vital nutrient, obtained from sunlight and certain food items.

16 Sep 2018

India

Busting myths about the CAT exam

The online registrations for Common Admission Test (CAT) 2018 for admissions to major B-schools of India are currently underway, and the exam is scheduled for November 25, 2018.

15 Sep 2018

Aadhaar Card

How to correctly update your address in Aadhaar card

If you're looking to update your address in Aadhaar card, know that the most convenient and economical way of doing so is through the UIDAI website.

15 Sep 2018

Anil Kumble

#HappyEngineersDay: Three Indian cricketers who hold an engineering degree

It is a commonly held notion that successful sportsmen and women don't excel in academics since they start training from a young age.

15 Sep 2018

Mumbai

Uday Chopra bats for legalizing marijuana, Mumbai-police sets record straight

On Thursday, Uday Chopra tweeted India should legalize marijuana and listed his own reasons behind it.