India: News

Severe dust storm hits Delhi; IGI Airport flight operations suspended

A powerful dust storm on Wednesday evening hit Delhi, which has been witnessing severe heatwave conditions over the last few days.

Want to spend more than three-hours at Taj? Pay fine

If you are planning to head to Taj Mahal in near future, here's something you should know.

12 Jun 2019

Anantnag

J&K: 5 CRPF soldiers killed, 2 injured in terrorist attack

Five CRPF soldiers lost their lives and two others were injured when terrorists opened fire at a CRPF and police patrol team in Jammu & Kashmir's Anantnag on Wednesday.

12 Jun 2019

Madhya Pradesh

This IAS officer donates his office ACs to malnourished kids

As the extreme heatwave in various parts of India is expected to persist with the delay in monsoon, a district collector in Umaria, Madhya Pradesh, donated his air conditioners to state-run shelters for malnourished children.

Do you remember these instances when India ended Australia's streak?

India and Australia are two of the major forces in world cricket, and put up a commendable fight when they take the field.

India vs New Zealand: Statistical preview, pitch report and timing

High-flying India take on an in-form New Zealand in match number 18 of the ICC World Cup 2019 on Thursday.

12 Jun 2019

Mumbai

Cyclone Vayu to hit Gujarat tomorrow: All details here

Weeks after the Eastern coast of India, namely Odisha, was hit by severe cyclonic storm Fani (pronounced as Foni), the Western coast is preparing for Cyclone Vayu.

12 Jun 2019

West Bengal

Success stories of 5 UPSC CSE rank-holders who beat poverty

The Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) every year is one of the most popular and challenging competitive exams.

12 Jun 2019

OnePlus

Best OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7 accessories available in India

The ultra-luxe OnePlus 7 Pro and the pocket-friendly OnePlus 7 are two of the best smartphones money can buy today.

No charges on RTGS, NEFT transfers from July 1: RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to waive off all charges on RTGS and NEFT system fund transfers from July 1, 2019.

11 Jun 2019

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M40 launched in India at Rs. 19,990

As the latest addition to its India-centric Galaxy M-series of phones, Samsung has launched the Galaxy M40 in the country today.

11 Jun 2019

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: 7 things that might cause pain during sex

If you experience pain during sexual intercourse, know that you are not alone.

2019 World Cup: Rain could affect India's clash against Kiwis

Rain has become a major source of concern in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.

A tribute to Yuvraj Singh: India's greatest ODI all-rounder

It was the year 2000 when match-fixing saga shocked India.

11 Jun 2019

YouTube

Meet the cop who sings to spread awareness about crime

There is a new composer in India and unlike, the meaningless songs surrounding us, each of his songs have a message for the public.

11 Jun 2019

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Handy tricks to sleep during summer nights (without AC)

The unbearable heat during the torturous summer nights might keep you from getting your daily quota of shut-eye.

11 Jun 2019

Bollywood

Esha Deol announces birth of second baby, Miraya: Details here

Esha Deol has been blessed with a baby girl.

11 Jun 2019

Technology

US: Indian student gets 5-year jail over $1mn tech scam

A college student from India, who was interning in the United States, has been sentenced to 60 months in federal prison for running a telemarketing scam.

11 Jun 2019

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Can you guess Nick's favorite Bollywood-song? Hint: It features Priyanka

Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra's love story is going strong. They got married in December 2018 and have been ruling hearts of fans, all over the world, since then.

11 Jun 2019

Reliance Jio

Nokia 2.2, the cheapest Android-One phone, now available in India

Nokia 2.2, the recently launched budget-range smartphone by HMD Global, is now available in India via Flipkart and Nokia's online store.

11 Jun 2019

Kanpur

What are CAT (IIM) toppers of last 5yrs doing now?

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is one of the toughest management entrance exams through which students are admitted to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other top B-schools.

11 Jun 2019

Huawei

Honor 20 series launched in India: Here's everything to know

Huawei's sub-brand Honor has launched its Honor 20 series in India today.

11 Jun 2019

MV Agusta

MV Agusta F3 800 RC launched at Rs. 22 lakh

Italian automaker MotoRoyale has launched its all new MV Agusta F3 800 RC in India at a price of Rs. 21.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

11 Jun 2019

Exams

#CareerBytes: Habits of CA toppers which every aspirant should inculcate

In India, Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after and toughest professional courses.

11 Jun 2019

Motorola

Motorola One Vision to launch in India on June 20

Motorola is all set to launch its recently announced One Vision smartphone in India on June 20.

10 Jun 2019

Virat Kohli

Kohli and Finch are not happy with bails: Details here

The ICC World Cup 2019 has seen its first major controversy in the form of the bails, which don't want to fall.

10 Jun 2019

Flipkart

Infinix Hot 7 Pro, with 6GB RAM, launched in India

In a bid to take on new budget-range smartphones in India, Infinix Mobiles has introduced Infinix Hot 7 Pro in India.

10 Jun 2019

Xiaomi

Mi TV 4 Pro 55-inch now available via offline stores

Xiaomi's flagship television model, the Mi LED TV 4 Pro 55-inch, is now available in India via offline stores as well.

10 Jun 2019

Lashkar-e-Taiba

Terror camps in PoK shut down fearing retaliation from India

In the past few months, Pakistan has shut down terror camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) near the LoC, fearing retaliation from India after the Indian Air Force's Balakot airstrike.

10 Jun 2019

Asus

Six reasons why ASUS 6Z is worth your money

ASUS ZenFone 6, which is rebranded as ASUS 6Z in India after losing a trademark battle, is set to go official on June 19.

10 Jun 2019

World Bank

#CareerBytes: Important topics every UPSC CSE aspirant must cover

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the toughest competitive exams in the country. The three-stage CSE comprises Preliminary examination, Main examination, and Personality Test/Interview.

10 Jun 2019

West Bengal

Five iconic transgenders of 'firsts' in India to know about

In India, transgender persons face discrimination, injustice, abuse, rejection, and isolation from society in almost every aspect of their lives.

Soon, buying Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies could land you in jail

India's stance towards cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum could soon get a whole lot stringent.

10 Jun 2019

Chennai

How Lalitha, a single-mother, became India's first woman-engineer in 1940s

In the 1940s, when most women in India couldn't even receive basic education or think about having a career, Ayyalasomayajula Lalitha of Madras (now Chennai) scripted history by becoming the country's first-ever woman engineer.

10 Jun 2019

Tax Slabs

#FinancialBytes: How can salaried individuals save on income tax?

Income tax accounts for a major part of the government's revenue and salaried individuals form a significant chunk of the overall taxpayers in the country.

09 Jun 2019

Intel

Dell Latitude 7400 2-in-1 laptop launched at Rs. 1.35 lakh

As the latest addition to its portfolio of Latitude series laptops, Dell has launched the all new Latitude 7400 in India.

India beat Australia: Here are the records broken

India registered their 50th victory against Australia in ODI cricket after beating them in match number 14 of the ICC World Cup 2019.

09 Jun 2019

Chennai

US embassies in India hoist Pride flag, defying Trump administration

Despite the United States Department of State's rejection of all embassy requests to hoist LGBTQ+ rainbow flags to mark Pride month, several US diplomats around the world, are doing it anyway.

09 Jun 2019

Infinix Mobile

Infinix Hot 7 Pro, with dual front-cameras, to launch soon

Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, Infinix Mobiles is planning to launch its budget-range Infinix Hot 7 Pro in India sometime in June itself.