India: News

26 Mar 2019

Cancer

Irrfan's 'Hindi Medium 2' gets new title, director: Details here

Ever since Irrfan Khan returned to India post his cancer treatment in New York, there have been speculations about his onscreen comeback.

Can fraudsters access your bank-account linked with lost Aadhaar card?

With so many government welfare-schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.

26 Mar 2019

JEE

#CareerBytes: Didn't clear engineering entrances? Here are some alternate options

In India, most science students opt for engineering after Class 12. A career in engineering is preferred by many as it offers an exciting variety of job opportunities.

This wristband is saving lives of thousands of babies

Every year, an estimated 15 million babies are born prematurely around the globe.

25 Mar 2019

Lok Sabha Elections

#Elections2019: Everything to know about Model Code of Conduct (MCC)

This year, India, the world's largest democracy, goes to polls to elect the 17th Lok Sabha. The General Election will be held from 11 April-19 May.

25 Mar 2019

Deepika Padukone

For Jayalalithaa-biopic, Kangana getting Rs. 24cr, highest for any female-actor

Bollywood's Queen Kangana Ranaut recently announced that she will play former Tamil Nadu CM J Jayalalithaa in her next.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking

One of the worst addictions humankind suffers from, smoking is awfully bad for your mental and physical well-being. It can lead to life-threatening respiratory issues, cause strokes, and even dreadful cancers.

25 Mar 2019

Haryana

Five examples of 'Jugaad' engineering which happens only in India

India is the land of jugaad, a Hindi word which means an economical makeshift solution in situations where resources are scarce.

Here's how you can update Aadhaar address without valid address-proof

With so many government welfare-schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.

25 Mar 2019

Delhi University

DU in talks with CBSE to collect students' marksheet data?

Delhi University is in talks with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to establish a link to get access to the mark sheets and certificate data of the students, media reports suggest.

25 Mar 2019

Smartphones

Delhi boys build device that charges phones as you walk

Out of home, and your phone ran out of battery- feels like a nightmare, doesn't it? Looks like our dependence on smartphones is here to stay.

This Sikkim IAS officer launched project to adopt, transform villages

Until three years ago, Rongbul, a small village in South Sikkim, suffered from various problems, including irregular power supply, lack of government school teachers, and no development among others.

25 Mar 2019

JEE

#CareerBytes: 5 mobile apps every JEE aspirant should have

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is the most difficult entrance exam for admission to top engineering institutes in the country, including IITs, NITs, and IIITs among others.

24 Mar 2019

Karnataka

Ban on Ola Cabs lifted in Karnataka within 2 days

Only two days after suspending the license of Ola Cabs and banning it from operating for six months, the Karnataka government has reportedly lifted the ban.

24 Mar 2019

Security

Hackers can exploit these vulnerabilities to kill your phone's network

Today, millions of people across the globe use LTE to access high-speed 4G internet.

2019 Hero XPulse 200 spotted again, launch expected soon

Hero India is expected to launch the all new XPulse 200 in India, soon.

24 Mar 2019

Madhya Pradesh

Lok Sabha Elections: Key battles to watch out for

India will go to polls from April 11 to decide its future. The battle, which is being touted as "fight for the soul of India" by the Opposition and "fight against dynasty politics" by NDA, will naturally get the attention of the world.

#IPL2019: Top prepaid plans you need to stream matches

Indian Premier League 2019 has kicked off in India, bringing action-packed cricketing pleasure for the next couple of months.

24 Mar 2019

Smartphones

Motorola to launch Moto G7 in India tomorrow: Details here

As part of its recently launched G7 series, Motorola will launch Moto G7 in India tomorrow.

24 Mar 2019

Pakistan News

Swaraj seeks report into kidnapping of Hindu girls in Pakistan

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has sought details from the Indian envoy in Pakistan into the reported abduction of two Hindu teenaged girls and their forcible conversion to Islam on the eve of Holi in Sindh province.

24 Mar 2019

Paytm

Soon, Google Pay will let you invest in 24k gold

In a major development, Google Pay, the UPI-based payments platform from Google, will soon let you invest in 99.99% pure 24 karat gold.

24 Mar 2019

Samsung

Samsung's $2,000 worth Galaxy Fold gets disappointing scores on Geekbench

Samsung's most-expensive smartphone till date, the Galaxy Fold, has been spotted on Geekbench.

24 Mar 2019

Exams

#CBSE2019: Last-minute preparation tips for Class-10 Social Science board exam

The CBSE Class 10 Social Science board exam would be held on 29 March and with only a few days to go, students must be well-prepared by now.

24 Mar 2019

Microsoft Windows

Best laptops available in India under Rs. 50,000

Given the ever-increasing makes/OEMs of laptops, choosing the right one can be difficult, especially when you are running on a tight budget.

23 Mar 2019

Solar Energy

Five innovations that are changing the lives of rural India

In India, a majority of people in rural areas face various issues, ranging from a lack of access to basic facilities like clean drinking water and electricity to bad roads.

23 Mar 2019

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Food for brain - What to eat during exams?

Exam days could be a tricky time.

#IPL2019: BSNL's prepaid plans offer more data, and cricket updates

As the Indian Premier League 2019 season kicks off today, BSNL has announced two new prepaid plans to attract cricket lovers in India.

23 Mar 2019

Smartphones

Vivo V15 with 32MP selfie camera launched at Rs. 23,990

Vivo has introduced the much-awaited V15 in India at a price of Rs. 23,990.

23 Mar 2019

Exams

Meet these 5 UPSC CSE rankers who beat poverty

Conducted annually by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), the Civil Services Examination (CSE), or the IAS exam, is one of the most coveted and challenging competitive exams.

23 Mar 2019

Amazon

Amazon's Apple Fest: Deals on iPhones, iPads, MacBooks and more

Amazon's Apple Fest sale is currently live in India with great deals available on popular Apple products.

23 Mar 2019

Apple Music

Now, get JioSaavn Pro for a year at Rs. 299

India's leading music streaming platform JioSaavn is offering its annual 'Pro' subscription plan at a massive 75% discount.

23 Mar 2019

PUBG

You can play PUBG only for 6 hours/day: Here's why

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG), the famous battle royale game that has sparked a wave of fan following in India, appears to be getting daily usage restrictions.

23 Mar 2019

Pakistan News

Modi messaged me, says Imran Khan on Pakistan Day's eve

Days after India and Pakistan witnessed worst escalation since 1999 Kargil war, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tweeted on Friday that he received a message from his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on the eve of Pakistan Day.

23 Mar 2019

Lok Sabha

#Elections2019: Didn't register as voter? You might still have chance

India is the world's largest democracy where "voting" is crucial in shaping the country's destiny.

How Hotstar's Rs. 365 worth VIP subscription compares with competitors

In a bid to attract more customers under its growing streaming platform, Hotstar has announced a new, affordable annual subscription plan.

J&K: Separatist leader Yasin Malik's JKLF banned under anti-terror law

The Center has banned Jammu & Kashmir separatist leader Yasin Malik-led outfit, Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), under the anti-terror law.

22 Mar 2019

New Zealand

New ransomware locks PCs until PewDiePie gets 100 million subscribers

PewDiePie fans are taking his 'battle of subscribers' against T-Series way too seriously.

Link your Aadhaar with PAN today: Income Tax Department

The Income Tax Department has again urged all taxpayers to immediately link their Aadhaar with PAN.

22 Mar 2019

Kerala

Five women who beat all odds to crack UPSC CSE

The Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the UPSC every year is one of the most challenging competitive exams.

22 Mar 2019

Gautam Gambhir

Ahead of national elections, former cricketer Gautam Gambhir joins BJP

Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir, who was part of India's World Cup-winning squad, joined BJP on Friday in the presence of Union Ministers Arun Jaitley and Ravi Shankar Prasad.