India: News

16 Oct 2018

Android

#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

Mumbai

#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.

15 Oct 2018

Education

UPSC: Weirdest ever questions asked in interviews

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

15 Oct 2018

Flipkart

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

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

15 Oct 2018

Saif Ali Khan

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.

15 Oct 2018

Chetan Bhagat

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.

15 Oct 2018

Flipkart

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.

15 Oct 2018

Bollywood

#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.

15 Oct 2018

Indian Railways

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).

15 Oct 2018

Intel

Former Intel India CFO, Arun V Rao, joins INCX

Arun V Rao, ex-Intel India CFO, has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of InternationalCryptoX PTE Ltd (INCX).

15 Oct 2018

#MeToo

#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.

15 Oct 2018

Health & Wellness

#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.

15 Oct 2018

Virat Kohli

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.

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.

15 Oct 2018

Hyundai Motor Company

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.

15 Oct 2018

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

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.

14 Oct 2018

Education

#CareerBytes: List of NCERT books to study for UPSC exam

Needless to say, UPSC exam preparation demands long-term, thorough and deep understanding of concepts.

14 Oct 2018

NFC

India is getting new driving licenses: All details here

India's driving licenses (DLs) and vehicle registration certificates (RCs) are getting an overhaul, including a new, uniform look, and modern security features, starting July next year.

14 Oct 2018

Test Cricket

India thrash Windies in second Test: Here're the records broken

All-round India thrashed West Indies to win the second Test and seal the series by a 2-0 margin.

#NewPolicy: Honest, consistent taxpayers might get preferential treatment

The government is reportedly working on a policy that seeks to provide preferential treatment in availing of public services and tax-related services to honest and consistent taxpayers.

14 Oct 2018

Narendra Modi

US Senators write to Modi on India's data localization policy

Two top American Senators, John Cornyn and Mark Warner, have asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to adopt a soft stance on data localization, warning that India's policy on the issue will adversely affect American businesses in the country.

14 Oct 2018

San Francisco

100% import duty, currency weakness hit walnut shipments from California

Even as the nutritional benefits of walnuts are boosting consumer demand, the 100% import duty and currency weakness have affected the exports to India, said the California Walnuts Commission (CWC).

14 Oct 2018

Test Cricket

This is what batting coach Bangar thinks about Rahul's form

India have seen opening batsman KL Rahul struggling with his form in Test cricket.

14 Oct 2018

Madhya Pradesh

NTCA asks MP govt to correct data related to tigers

The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has asked the Madhya Pradesh Government to enter correct data related to tigers in its state on an online platform, according to an RTI document.

14 Oct 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Tips to stay safe, this flu season

Winter is here, and among other concerns, one can't help but worry about the possibility of catching a cold or falling prey to the flu.

14 Oct 2018

Kangana Ranaut

#MeToo: Gauahar Khan calls out on Kangana for 'double standards'

Kangana Ranaut, who accused Vikas Bahl of sexual harassment, has become a prominent voice of India's #MeToo.

14 Oct 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Top 6 health benefits of Amla

A popular fruit in the subcontinent, Amla, or the Indian gooseberry, is being used in Ayurvedic practice since long.

14 Oct 2018

Asus

ASUS to launch a new 'ZenFone' model on October 17

Taiwanese tech giant ASUS is set to launch a new 'ZenFone' model in India on October 17.

14 Oct 2018

OnePlus

OnePlus 6T to offer gesture-based navigation, revamped UI experience

OnePlus 6T is all set to launch in India on October 30 and the pre-bookings have already started.

14 Oct 2018

YouTube

#CareerBytes: List of government websites to follow for UPSC preparation

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

13 Oct 2018

Education

#CareerBytes: Busting common myths about CA exams preparation

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

13 Oct 2018

Dearness Allowance

Life of an IAS officer: Roles, career path, salary, perks

Becoming a civil servant is one of the most sought-after, respected and challenging career choices in India.

13 Oct 2018

Bose Corporation

Bose launches new Alexa-powered Home Speaker and Soundbars in India

US-based company Bose, known for its speakers, has launched its latest smart home speaker and two soundbars in India.

13 Oct 2018

Indian Football Team

Football friendlies: India and China to clash after 21 years

The two most populous nations in the world will be meeting on the football field after a prolonged wait of 21 years.

13 Oct 2018

Maruti Suzuki

Amid slowing demand, car-makers are giving massive discounts

With spiralling fuel and insurance costs, and wealth destruction in stock market crashes, this festive season hasn't been a joyous one so far for car manufacturers.

13 Oct 2018

#MeToo

Post rape allegations, Alok Nath files defamation case against Vinta

Alok Nath, who grabbed the headlines for allegedly raping writer-producer Vinta Nanda, has now filed a defamation case against the lady.

13 Oct 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food items to help you manage stress

When you're stressed out, you'd want to run for your favorite cheese burgers or grab a bucketful of fried chicken, or maybe a bowl of vanilla ice-cream.

13 Oct 2018

BCCI

#MeToo in Cricket: BCCI CEO accused of sexual harassment

The latest name to join the infamous list of sexual predators after #MeToo storm hit India is Rahul Johri, the CEO of BCCI.

13 Oct 2018

Sexual Harassment

#MeToo: Amit Shah says charges against Akbar will be examined

Following sexual harassment allegations against Minister of State for External Affairs MJ Akbar, BJP chief Amit Shah has said that the allegations would be examined.

13 Oct 2018

Nikki Haley

India appointed to UN Human Rights Council; gets most votes

On Friday, India secured its place in the UN Human Rights Council, receiving the maximum number of votes by the General Assembly among all the countries vying for the spot.