08 Dec 2020

Government not repealing laws, say farmers after meeting Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday met a group of farmer leaders in Delhi amid intense protests by the agricultural community over the government's new farm laws.

Ben Stokes' father passes away: Details here

England cricketer Ben Stokes has lost his father Ged on Tuesday.

COVID-19 vaccine may get license in coming weeks: Health Ministry

India may license some COVID-19 vaccines in the next few weeks, the Union Health Ministry said on Tuesday.

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Bachchan, 'Dil Bechara,' 'Mirzapur 2' most tweeted about in 2020

Just like every other industry, 2020 was an unusual year for the entertainment world too.

OPPO Find X3 Pro's specifications and features leaked

OPPO is expected to launch its flagship Find X3 series of smartphones in early-2021. In the latest development, tipster Evan Blass has revealed the key specifications and features of the Pro model.

Kymco launches X-Town CT300i and DownTown 350i maxi-scooters

Expanding its product portfolio, Kymco has launched the X-Town CT300i and DownTown 350i maxi-style scooters in the Philippines.

Andhra's mysterious illness: Chemical suspected to have sickened over 450

In Andhra Pradesh's Eluru city, over 450 people have been reported to have contracted a mysterious illness since Saturday that has left experts baffled.

Key takeaways from the Australia vs India T20I series

Australia won the third and final T20I against India by 12 runs on Tuesday at the SCG.

Australia beat India in third T20I: List of records broken

The Indian cricket team failed to chase down a steep 187-run target against Australia in the third and final T20I.

Revolt RV300 and RV400 e-motorcycles have become costlier in India

Revolt Motors has increased the prices of its RV300 and RV400 electric motorcycles in India by Rs. 10,000 and Rs. 15,000, respectively. Following the latest price-revision, the range now starts at Rs. 94,999.

OPPO F17 Pro becomes cheaper in India by Rs. 1,500

OPPO has reduced the prices of its F17 Pro model in India by Rs. 1,500. The price-cut is permanent in nature and is applicable to both online as well as offline markets.

Devoleena accuses late actor Divya Bhatnagar's husband of domestic violence

Television actor Divya Bhatnagar passed away on Monday after battling COVID-19 for over a week.

COVID-19 vaccine: 90-year-old woman receives first Pfizer shot in UK

A 90-year-old woman in the United Kingdom has become the world's first person to receive the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer and BioNTech outside of clinical trials.

Amit Shah intervenes, invites protesting farmers for meeting today

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the second most important person in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, has invited protesting farmers for dialogue at 7 pm today.

Australia post 186/5 against India in third T20I

Matthew Wade and Glenn Maxwell scored impressive fifties to help Australia put up 186/5 in 20 overs at the SCG on Tuesday.

Redmi 9 Power teased in India, launch imminent

Redmi is expected to launch a new Redmi 9 Power model in India on December 15.

Discounts of up to Rs. 60,000 available on Toyota cars

In a bid to increase sales this month, Toyota dealerships in India are offering great deals on popular models such as the Urban Cruiser, Yaris, and the pre-facelift Innova Crysta.

Honda is offering big discounts on these cars this December

To end the year on a high note, Honda is offering great deals on select models in India such as the Amaze, Jazz, WR-V, and Civic.

Plea in Supreme Court questions delay in Sushant's death probe

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court questioning the "silence" of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the death case of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

Premier League, gameweek 11: List of key takeaways

Gameweek 11 of the Premier League 2020-21 season produced several crucial results as the top half teams gained big.

Serie A: Key records scripted in gameweek 10

21 goals were scored in gameweek 10 of the Serie A 2020-21 season.

India's GDP to contract by 9.4% in FY21, says Fitch

India's GDP will contract by 9.4% in the current fiscal year, Fitch Ratings said in its latest Global Economic Outlook on Tuesday.

Moto G9 Power launched in India at Rs. 12,000

Motorola has added another budget smartphone to its portfolio with the launch of Moto G9 Power in India. It carries a price-tag of Rs. 11,999 and will go on sale starting December 15 at 12 pm via Flipkart.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra's camera specifications revealed

Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy S21 series of smartphones on January 14. In the latest development, tipster @UniverseIce has revealed the rear camera details of the S21 Ultra.

Global m-cap hits $100 trillion for first time ever

In what qualifies as a historic benchmark, the total value of all stocks listed in the world trumped the $100 trillion mark last week.

Tata Tigor (turbo-petrol) spotted testing in India: Details here

Tata Motors is planning to launch a turbo-petrol variant of its Tigor sedan in India sometime in 2021.

Women's football: India's Bala Devi scripts a special record

Bala Devi scripted her name in history books after becoming the first Indian woman to score in top-tier European football league.

India among top ten performers on Climate Change Index

India is taking substantial steps to mitigate the impact of climate change, revealed the latest global Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI).

Year-end offers of up to Rs. 65,000 on Nissan KICKS

In a bid to increase sales, Japanese automaker Nissan has announced great offers on its mid-sized KICKS SUV in India.

Bundesliga 2020-21: Gameweek 10 in numbers

Gameweek 10 of the Bundesliga 2020-21 season got over on Monday and we witnessed some crucial results.

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Kejriwal put under house arrest, claims AAP; Delhi Police denies

In a sensational claim which may start another political slugfest between Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the former alleged on Tuesday that Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been put under house arrest, a charge denied by Delhi Police, which is governed by the Centre.

Here's why you should follow fitness-expert/chef Tomas Chlup on Instagram

Some are born to motivate people with their personal life.

Katrina Kaif's superhero movie to be titled 'Super Soldier'

Katrina Kaif is all set to star in Bollywood's first-ever female superhero flick.

Now, Bharat Biotech seeks emergency use approval for COVAXIN

After US-based Pfizer and Pune's Serum Institute of India, Bharat Biotech has sought an emergency use approval for its coronavirus vaccine, named COVAXIN.

Bharat Bandh will be peaceful, say farmers; government ups security

Farmers who have been protesting against the Centre's agricultural reforms have called for a Bharat Bandh today, which will remain in place from 11 am to 3 pm.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 97 lakh with 26k+ new cases

India on Monday reported over 26,000 fresh coronavirus infections, the first time since mid-November that daily infections fell under 30,000.

#ComicBytes: The Ten Rings of Mandarin, explained

The Ten Rings of Mandarin are counted among the most powerful objects in the Marvel Universe.

'The Dig,' Netflix's period drama drops trailer, raises curiosity

Netflix's period drama, The Dig has released its first-look trailer on YouTube and the least we can say about it is, that it's indeed revealing.

Nissan Magnite garners 5,000 bookings, top-tier variants in demand

Nissan has received over 5,000 bookings for the Magnite in India within five days of its launch in the country.

Realme introduces Sea Blue, Fantasy White variants for Q2 Pro

Realme has launched two new color options for its budget-friendly Q2 Pro model. The new shades, called Sea Blue and White Fantasy, join the existing Leather Gray and Rainbow models which were unveiled in October.

07 Dec 2020

Fahed Alterkawi: An established name in Dubai's luxury car market

Want to see a fleet of high-end luxury cars under one roof?

England's tour of South Africa called off on medical grounds

The remainder of England's white-ball tour of South Africa has been called off amid the COVID-19 scare.

Australia A vs India A, Day 2: Key takeaways

All-rounder Cameron Green reinforced the Aussies on Day 2 of the first tour match between Australia A and India A at the Drummoyne Oval, Sydney.

As 'Kedarnath' turns two, director Abhishek Kapoor remembers Sushant

As Kedarnath clocked two years of release today, its director Abhishek Kapoor shared his memories with the film's star and late actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

Old laws a burden, reforms needed: Modi amid farmers' protest

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that India cannot build the next century with old laws.

2020 Honda CBR150R motorcycle launched in Thailand: Details here

Japanese automaker Honda has launched the new-generation CBR150R motorbike in Thailand.

2021 KTM 125 Duke motorcycle launched at Rs. 1.50 lakh

Austrian automaker KTM has launched the 2021 version of its 125 Duke in India. The entry-level model comes in two color choices: Electronic Orange and Ceramic White.

Siliguri rally: BJP worker dies amid clash with Bengal cops

A senior worker of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) died on Monday during the party's rally in Siliguri, West Bengal.

Rahul Mahajan says his Russian wife has converted to Hinduism

Former Bigg Boss contestant Rahul Mahajan has opened up about his third marriage.

Sanjay Dutt, Yash shoot for 'KGF: Chapter 2' climax scene

The latest update from the sets of the much-awaited KGF: Chapter 2 is that the movie is in its final stages of filming.

Big discounts on BS6 Renault cars in India this month

In an attempt to increase sales this month, Renault dealerships are offering great deals on all the models, including popular offerings like the KWID and Duster.

Vivo Y51 (2020) launched in India at Rs. 18,000

As its latest offering in India, Vivo has launched the mid-range Y51 (2020) model in the country.

Hyundai to launch 7-seater Creta in second half of 2021

Hyundai is planning to expand its Creta family by introducing a new 7-seater model in India. According to CarWale, it will be launched "in the second half of 2021" and will go on sale toward the end of the year.

Ensure peace and tranquillity: Centre's advisory on 'Bharat bandh' tomorrow

The central government on Monday issued an advisory ahead of Tuesday's nationwide strike or "Bharat bandh" announced by Farmers protesting against the new agricultural laws.

Aprilia SXR 160 to be launched in India by December-end

Piaggio will reportedly launch its Aprilia SXR 160 maxi-scooter in India in the fourth week of December. It will be up for grabs in two color options.

Australia vs India, 3rd T20I: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Australia and India are set to lock horns in the third T20I, which will be the final white-ball fixture of the tour.

Unhygienic conditions at Singhu border making protesting farmers sick

Braving the chilly winter, hundreds of farmers have been camping at the Singhu border for days, to protest against three controversial laws. While they have claimed they would not move until the government revokes the reforms, the filthy condition of the protest site is making them sick.

Netflix thwarts British royals' demand of labeling 'The Crown' fictitious

Streaming giant Netflix will not de-glam one of its most controversial period dramas, The Crown, by refusing to add fiction tag to it.

IndiGo to refund all passengers for canceled flights by January-end

Budget flier IndiGo on Monday committed to refunding all customer credit shells created by cancellations due to COVID-19 by January 31, 2021.

Steve Smith might regain captaincy, Langer reveals

Australia's head coach Justin Langer admitted that certain processes need to be followed before Steve Smith could be considered to lead Australia again.

Volvo XC40 Recharge SUV to debut in India in 2021

Volvo has confirmed that its fully-electric XC40 Recharge SUV will be launched in India in 2021. However, the Swedish automaker has not shared the exact timeline.

Vivo Y52s 5G listed online, specifications and launch details revealed

Chinese tech giant Vivo is gearing up to introduce a new Y52s 5G model in its home market. In the latest development, the handset has been spotted on China Telecom's website, confirming its launch date as well as key specifications.

Vivo X60-series to support 33W fast-charging, reveals 3C certification site

Vivo X60 series, which is said to include X60, X60 Pro, X60 Pro+ and X60s models, is expected to be launched in China soon.

AI, using parents as invigilators: Schools plan for online pre-boards

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, schools are gearing up to conduct online pre-board examinations for students of Classes X and XII from the second week of December.

New benchmark: FDI equity inflows cross $500 billion in India

In a development that shows India has emerged as a safe investment destination, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) equity inflows crossed the $500 billion benchmark, reports PTI. Between April 2000 and September 2020, the country's inflows were recorded at $500.12 billion.

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GST transactions worth over Rs. 1 lakh crore under scanner

Nearly 13,000 business entities, including some big corporations, allegedly availed of input tax credit (ITC) via fake invoices worth more than Rs. 1 lakh crore, for nearly three years, the Directorate General of Analytics and Risk Management (DGARM) has found.

Jehan Daruvala becomes first Indian to win F2 race

Budding driver Jehan Daruvala scripted history as he became the first Indian to win a Formula 2 race during the Sakhir Grand Prix, Bahrain, on Sunday.

TV actor Divya Bhatnagar dies of COVID-19 at 34

Television actor Divya Bhatnagar, perhaps best known for her role in the show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, has passed away after battling COVID-19.

Mi 11-series to pack dual batteries, capacity tipped at 5,000mAh

Xiaomi is expected to launch its flagship Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro in January 2021. In the latest development, @StationChat has revealed the battery details of the handsets, claiming that they will pack dual batteries with a combined capacity of around 5,000mAh.

Kawasaki launches W800-based Meguro K3 motorcycle in Japan

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the Meguro K3 motorbike in its home country.

Kejriwal meets farmers at Singhu border; opposition supports tomorrow's shutdown

On Monday, Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal paid a visit at the Singhu border, where farmers have been protesting against three contentious farm laws for 12 days now, to review the arrangements.

New Zealand tour: Pakistan squad clears final COVID-19 test

All the members of the Pakistan cricket team in New Zealand have returned negative for COVID-19 in the latest round of testing.

Fardeen Khan planning a comeback, confirms Mukesh Chhabra

Actor Fardeen Khan, who has been away from the silver screen for almost a decade, is set to make a comeback.

Government won't repeal farm laws, ready for long haul: Report

Facing pressure from farmers for days now, the government is also prepared to dig in for long and is not even considering repealing the three laws which formed the basis of the agitation, Indian Express reported on Monday.

Serum seeks emergency use approval for Oxford's coronavirus vaccine

Pune-based Serum Institute of India (SII) has sought emergency use authorization from Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) for the coronavirus vaccine, which is developed by the University of Oxford and the British-pharma giant AstraZeneca, multiple reports said.

KTM

2021 KTM 125 Duke spotted at Indian dealership; launch imminent

The 2021 KTM 125 Duke with a new design language has been spotted at an Indian dealership, hinting at its imminent launch. Select dealers are also accepting bookings for the bike on payment of a token amount of Rs. 5,000.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 96.7 lakh with 33k+ new cases

India on Sunday reported over 33,000 fresh coronavirus infections pushing the nationwide tally past 96.7 lakh cases.

Vivo releases Android 11 update for V20 Pro 5G smartphone

Vivo has started rolling out the Android 11 update for its V20 Pro 5G in India.

Premier League, Tottenham beat Arsenal: List of records broken

Tottenham went top of the Premier League 2020-21 table with a 2-0 win against Arsenal in the North London derby.

Parsley: Some health benefits of this powerful herb

Parsley is a culinary herb known for its distinct mild, bitter flavor. But did you know that its consumption can be highly beneficial for your health?

5 worst things the Joker has ever done

The Joker, DC's Clown Prince of Crime, is pop culture's most famous villain and has his horrifying reputation for a reason.