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09 Oct 2018

Olympics

#YouthOlympics: Mizo weightlifting sensation claims India's first gold

Weightlifter Jeremy Lalrinnunga scripted history by winning India's maiden gold medal at the Youth Olympics, being held in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

09 Oct 2018

Sensex

Rupee hits all-time low of 74.27 against US dollar

The rupee hit a new record low of 74.27 against the USD in afternoon trade today after Brent crude breached the $84 a barrel-mark again and the American currency strengthened overseas.

09 Oct 2018

Pakistan Cricket Team

Shoaib Akhtar calls himself 'Don of Cricket', gets trolled

Indian cricket fans roasted Shoaib Akhtar on social media platform Twitter after the former Pakistani fast bowler called himself the 'Don of Cricket'.

09 Oct 2018

Xiaomi

Xiaomi Mi TV 4C Pro, 4A Pro first sale today

Xiaomi's recently launched 32-inch Mi TV 4C Pro and 49-inch Mi TV 4A will go on sale today for the first time in India via Mi.com and Amazon (for prime members) starting 9PM.

09 Oct 2018

Hyundai Motor Company

2018 Hyundai Santro unveiled: Here are the details

Hyundai has finally lifted the veil over the all-new Santro's looks.

09 Oct 2018

Jaipur

Jaipur Zika virus outbreak? 22 test positive, PMO wants report

Since an elderly woman from Jaipur tested positive for the Zika virus in late-September, 21 others have tested positive for the virus in Jaipur, prompting the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) to seek a detailed report from the Union Health Ministry.

09 Oct 2018

Sexual Harassment

#MeToo reaches Modi government, MJ Akbar accused of sexual harassment

The ripples of the #MeToo movement have reached Narendra Modi government as MJ Akbar, current minister of State for External Affairs has been accused of sexual harassment by a journalist.

09 Oct 2018

Afghanistan

Pak-based terror outfit JeM chief ailing, bed-ridden for months

It seems like Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) is all set for a change of leadership.

09 Oct 2018

Uttar Pradesh

Gold medalist BrahMos engineer allegedly leaked data to ISI, arrested

On Monday, police arrested an engineer working at BrahMos Missile Research Centre in Nagpur for allegedly leaking sensitive data to Pakistan's ISI and other countries.

09 Oct 2018

Smartphones

OnePlus 6T to officially launch in India on October 30

It is official. OnePlus 6T will launch in India on October 30 at an event scheduled in New Delhi at 8:30PM.

09 Oct 2018

Employment

Only 1 in 10 companies want to hire women: Report

A World Economic Forum (WEF) study has revealed that companies in India that are witnessing the highest growth prefer hiring men, and technology-led job growth benefits men more than women.

09 Oct 2018

Education

#CareerBytes: Top books to study History 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.

Airports owe Rs. 970 crore security dues to CISF

Dues amounting to about Rs. 970cr are pending against various airports in the country in lieu of providing CISF security to them.

08 Oct 2018

NFC

BlackBerry KEY2 LE launched in India for Rs. 29,990

BlackBerry licensee Optiemus Infracom has introduced the latest mid-range BlackBerry KEY2 LE smartphone in India.

08 Oct 2018

Himachal Pradesh

IIT scientists develop material that can harvest water from fog

Taking a leaf from nature's book, a team from IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh has developed a material that can harvest water from fog.

08 Oct 2018

YouTube

#CareerBytes: YouTube channels to help you prepare for 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).

Rupee slumps by 30p; closes at record low of 74.06

The rupee slumped by 30 paise to finish at a fresh lifetime low of 74.06 against the US dollar today amid strengthening of the greenback and steady capital outflows.

08 Oct 2018

Sexual Harassment

#MeToo: HT's Prashant Jha steps down after sexual misconduct allegations

India's #MeToo movement is gathering momentum.

08 Oct 2018

Madhya Pradesh

Bags with Minister Jayant Malaiya's image seized in poll-bound MP

Authorities in Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district seized around 2,000 bags carrying images of State Finance Minister Jayant Malaiya in connection with the implementation of the Model Code of Conduct in the poll-bound State.

08 Oct 2018

Maneka Gandhi

Maneka insists on no age-limit to report child sexual abuse

Women and Child Development Minister Maneka Gandhi today said she has asked the Law Ministry to not keep any age limit to report child sexual abuse, allowing people to complain about what has happened to them even "10-15 years later".

08 Oct 2018

Sexual Harassment

India finally has its #MeToo, can't go wrong from here

There is a skeleton in every closet - some skeletons are rotten, some have been there since forever, while some have just entered. Yes, I am talking about India's #MeToo.

SC to hear plea challenging Rafale deal on October 10

The Supreme Court will hear a fresh PIL against the Rafale deal on October 10.

08 Oct 2018

Indonesia

#AsianParaGames: Javelin thrower Sandeep Chaudhary opens India's first gold account

Javelin thrower Sandeep Chaudhary today clinched India's first gold medal at the ongoing Asian Para Games, finishing on top in the men's F42-44/61-64 category in Jakarta, Indonesia.

08 Oct 2018

Narendra Modi

India's success in 2030-SDGs can change face of world: UNGA

India's success in achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals can change the face of the world, UN General Assembly President Maria Fernanda Espinosa said, describing the country as a "very important player" of the multilateral system.

08 Oct 2018

Olympics

#YouthOlympics2018: Thangjam Tababi Devi clinches India's first judo medal

Thangjam Tababi Devi became India's first judo medalist at the Olympic level, claiming a silver at the ongoing Youth Games in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

08 Oct 2018

Kieron Pollard

Chris Gayle to miss T20I and ODI series against India

Chris Gayle is a beloved cricketer in India and fans were looking forward to seeing the hard-hitter play in the upcoming ODI and T20I series against Men In Blue.

08 Oct 2018

Hyundai Motor Company

2018 Hyundai Santro spotted ahead of launch on October 9

Hyundai's much-anticipated 2018 Santro has been spotted in pictures ahead of its official unveiling on October 9.

08 Oct 2018

YouTube

#CareerBytes: Top YouTube channels for IIT-JEE preparation

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

07 Oct 2018

Narendra Modi

India, ideal investment destination in the world today: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Uttarakhand's first investors' summit today, saying India is the ideal investment destination in the world today with major social and economic changes sweeping the country.

07 Oct 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Food-items to avoid if you have an oily skin

Everyone desires a flawless, supple and beautiful-looking skin.

07 Oct 2018

Test Cricket

WATCH: Kuldeep Yadav commentates on his performance versus WI

Kuldeep Yadav was excellent for India in the recently concluded first Test against West Indies in Rajkot.

07 Oct 2018

Education

UPSC: Tips to improve your English for the IAS exam

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

07 Oct 2018

West Bengal

Kolkata: Fizz to stay in carbonated drinks, feels Greenfizz Beverages

Despite an estimated Rs. 70,000cr carbonated soft drinks (CSD) under pressure in the beverages market, a Kolkata-based company remains optimistic about its future in the country.

07 Oct 2018

Exams

UPSC: Tips to master essay writing

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

07 Oct 2018

Indian Railways

Indian Railways' Maharajas' Express: Things to know about suite bookings

Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) operated Maharajas' Express, started in March 2010, is a luxury train, considered as one of the costliest in the world.

07 Oct 2018

Facebook

Facebook establishing task force to thwart election-related interference in India

As India gears up for 2019 Lok Sabha elections, social media giant Facebook has announced plans to bring a dedicated task force of content specialists into action.

06 Oct 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: 5 home remedies to get rid of skin pores

Skin pores are basically open pits on your face, caused due to factors like aging, stress, sun exposure, excess oil, or genetic reasons.

06 Oct 2018

Test Cricket

Disappointed Ashwin unhappy with SG ball as India win

Hosts India recorded their biggest innings victory by defeating West Indies inside three days of the first Test match in Rajkot.

06 Oct 2018

Virat Kohli

Biggest victories in Test cricket for India

The Indian cricket Test team recorded its biggest innings victory by thrashing a hapless West Indies inside three days to take a lead in the two-match Test series.

06 Oct 2018

Education

Career options after becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA)

Chartered Accountancy (CA) course, by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is one of the most-sought-after and toughest ones, in India.