14 Dec 2020

Bowlers handicapped due to saliva ban, alternate needed: Tendulkar

Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar believes the saliva ban has impacted the performances of fast bowlers to an extent.

Delhi: AIIMS nurses strike indefinitely over salary payments

Nurses and paramedic staff at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on Monday decided to go on an indefinite strike over the payment of salaries.

Tabr News: One of the most-notable media outlets of 2020

Tabr News is the news division of the American mass media and entertainment conglomerate known as Tabr.

Kang the Conqueror: Marvel's next dangerous Avenger nemesis after Thanos

Marvel has dropped many noteworthy developments during Disney's Investor Day 2020 held on December 10.

Pankaj Tripathi joins the cast of 'Bachchan Pandey'

Pankaj Tripathi is all set to team up once again with producer Sajid Nadiadwala for the upcoming film Bachchan Pandey.

UEFA announces Champions League Round of 16 draw

The Champions League Round of 16 draw has been announced by the UEFA.

Cashback worth Rs. 5,000 on Honda Hornet 2.0 this December

Honda is offering a year-end deal on the Hornet 2.0 motorbike in India.

Ahead of launch next year, Jeep Grand Compass spied testing

Jeep will launch the 7-seater Grand Compass SUV in India sometime next year.

iQOO U3, with a 90Hz display and 5,000mAh battery, launched

Vivo's sub-brand iQOO has introduced its latest budget smartphone, the U3, in China at a starting price of CNY 1,498 (roughly Rs. 16,800). It will be up for pre-ordering starting today and will go on sale from December 18.

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy M51 is available with Rs. 6,000 discount

If you are planning to own a mid-range smartphone, this might be a suitable opportunity for you. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 6,000 on the Samsung Galaxy M51 (6GB/128GB) model.

2020 Hyundai i20 receives 30,000 bookings in just 40 days

In a proud moment for Hyundai, the new-generation i20 hatchback has received 30,000 bookings in just 40 days of its launch in India. In this period, the company has already delivered 10,000 units.

Malnutrition on the rise in key states, finds government survey

The government recently released the first set of findings of the latest fifth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS).

These limited-run iPhones have pieces of moon, Mars and Mercury

Luxury smartphone maker Caviar has launched customized iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max models that are truly out of the world. Why? These super-expensive 'Space Odyssey' edition iPhones have pieces of the moon, Mars and Mercury in them.

Australian Open 2021: Roger Federer unsure of his participation

Swiss maestro Roger Federer is unsure of his participation in the impending Australian Open.

Gmail, YouTube, Maps suffer major global outage; Google confirms

Some Google services appear to be back online after facing a major outage on Monday.

Nokia PureBook X14 laptop launched in India at Rs. 60,000

Foraying into a new product category, Nokia has launched its first-ever laptop in India. Titled PureBook X14, the notebook carries a price-tag of Rs. 59,990 and will be available for pre-orders via Flipkart starting December 18.

Audi commences production of A4 (facelift); launch set for early-2021

Audi India has started production of the facelifted A4 sedan at its Aurangabad factory. It will be the brand's first launch in the country in 2021.

Celebrity chef Kelvin Cheung arrested for alleged cheating

Celebrity chef Kelvin Cheung was arrested by the Mumbai Police this morning.

Need to strike fine balance while confronting Kohli: Aaron Finch

Australian white-ball captain Aaron Finch has advised his Test compatriots to strike a fine balance while confronting Virat Kohli in the opening Test against India.

Infinix Smart HD 2021's launch date, prices, and specifications revealed

Infinix will launch its budget-friendly Smart HD 2021 model in India on December 16 at 12 pm, a Flipkart microsite has revealed. As per the listing, the handset will be priced at Rs. 5,999.

Toyota Fortuner TRD SUV discontinued in India

Japanese automaker Toyota has discontinued its Fortuner TRD SUV in India. To recall, the car was launched in August this year.

Huawei Nova 8 series to be launched on December 23

Huawei will launch its Nova 8 series of smartphones on December 23, the company has announced. The line-up is said to include Nova 8 and Nova 8 Pro models. As per the reports, the former will be a mid-range handset while the latter will get flagship-grade hardware.

NY Governor Andrew Cuomo accused of sexually harassing former aide

A former aide of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Sunday leveled allegations of sexual misconduct against him.

Six months after Sushant's death, sister pledges to continue fighting

It has been six months since actor Sushant Singh Rajput's mysterious death, but his family and fans are still yearning for closure.

New fraud of over Rs. 1,000 crore reported by DHFL

Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Ltd. (DHFL) has reported a new loan fraud — amounting to Rs. 1,058.32 crore — which was detected by transaction auditor Grant Thornton (GT).

Kuldeep Yadav turns 26: A look at his astonishing feats

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav turned 26 on Monday.

Hyundai reveals Tucson Plug-in Hybrid SUV for Europe: Details here

Ahead of its European launch in early-2021, Hyundai has revealed a plug-in hybrid variant of the Tucson SUV.

Vivo X60 series to be launched on December 29

Vivo will launch its X60 range of 5G smartphones on December 29, according to an official teaser. The line-up is likely to include X60, X60 Pro, X60 Pro+, and X60s models.

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Seeing others' social media posts can affect your work performance

Researchers have confirmed what many of us anticipated — the fear of missing out (or FOMO in colloquial language) after seeing social media posts of others is real. It is prominent to the extent that it adversely affects your job performance.

IIT-Madras locked down after 66 students test coronavirus positive

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras was put under temporary lockdown after 71 people, including 66 students, tested positive for coronavirus in the last two weeks.

Police rules out foul play in actor Arya Banerjee's death

On Friday, actor Arya Banerjee was found dead inside her south Kolkata apartment under mysterious circumstances.

Infinix Zero 8i becomes costlier in India

Infinix has increased the prices of its budget-friendly Zero 8i model in India by Rs. 1,000. The new prices are now reflecting on Flipkart.

OnePlus 9's live images leaked, design and specifications revealed

OnePlus will launch its flagship OnePlus 9 series in March 2021. In the latest update, live images of the vanilla model have leaked (via PhoneArena), revealing its design details and key specifications.

NZ beat WI in second Test, sweep series: Records broken

Hosts New Zealand, on Monday, completed a 2-0 series sweep over West Indies, winning the second Test by an innings and 12 runs.

Aanand L Rai to direct chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand's biopic

Filmmaker Aanand L Rai is all set to co-produce and direct an upcoming biopic on Indian chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand.

IRCTC sent two crore emails highlighting PM's relationship with Sikhs

Between December 8 and December 12, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) sent out two crore emails to its customers highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's relationship with the Sikh community.

Ahead of launch next year, Hyundai Creta 7-seater spotted testing

South Korean automaker Hyundai will launch a 7-seater version of its Creta SUV in India in 2021.

Decades after exit, Tata Group expresses interest in Air India

One of India's largest conglomerates, the Tata Group, has submitted an expression of interest for acquiring the beleaguered national carrier Air India.

Farmers go on hunger strike, agitation against agricultural laws intensifies

The farmers' agitation against the three controversial agricultural laws is set to intensify today, as heads of all farmers' unions began a hunger strike at 8 am. The strike will end at 5 pm.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 98.8 lakh with 27K+ new cases

India on Sunday reported over 27,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 98.8 lakh cases.

Premier League, Fulham 1-1 Liverpool: List of records broken

An impressive Fulham side stopped Liverpool from going top of the table in gameweek 12 of the Premier League 2020-21 season.

#ComicBytes: The origin story of Plastic Man, DC's goofiest superhero

Plastic Man, one of DC's highly underrated superhero, is finally getting a movie.

BIS certification for Samsung Galaxy M12, India launch imminent

South Korean tech giant Samsung's Galaxy M12 smartphone has reportedly been certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), thereby hinting at its imminent launch here as a successor to the Galaxy M11.

Ahead of launch, pre-bookings for Aprilia SXR 160 maxi-scooter commence

Piaggio will launch its Aprilia SXR 160 scooter in India by the end of December.

#HealthBytes: Some helpful tips for maintaining a healthy scalp

Your hair growth and type are completely dependent on your scalp and its health. So, it's about time that you start taking care of it.

13 Dec 2020

Ahead of launch next year, Hyundai Ioniq 5 spotted testing

South Korean automaker Hyundai will launch its Ioniq 5 electric SUV in early 2021.

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KTM RC 125 and RC 390 are now slightly costlier

Austrian automaker KTM has marginally hiked the prices of its RC 125 and RC 390 motorbikes in India.

Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has tested positive for COVID-19

The world needs to "be kind" to Ellen DeGeneres, as she needs kindness and a lot of prayers from her fans now.

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Harrison Ford returning as Indiana Jones for fifth franchise film

Indiana Jones is coming back and there is only one person able enough to portray the character.

George Clooney suffered from pancreatitis while preparing for Netflix film

George Clooney's rugged new look for Netflix movie The Midnight Sky is preparing the audience for some unexpected and possibly trailblazing performance.

GoT prequel 'House of The Dragon' casts three more stars

Game of Thrones prequel House of The Dragon has been teasing its fans with new concept art of the dragons to be seen in the series.

Portronics CleanEx review: A travel-friendly UV stick for easy sterilization

The scare of contracting COVID-19 has got everyone worried. Sure, you can wash your hands, wear a mask, and maintain social distancing to minimize the risks.

Australia A-India tour match (D/N) ends in draw: Key takeaways

The second warm-up game between Australia A and India, which was a Day/Night affair at the SCG, ended in a draw.

Marvel to 'Enchanted', Disney's Investor Day had something for everyone

December 10 came bearing good news for every Disney fan across the world, and it looks like the company is determined to turn the upcoming years into a spectacular experience.

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G smartphone gets One UI 3.0

Samsung's Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G smartphone locked on to telecom operator AT&T's network in the USA is getting the stable version of Android 11-based One UI 3.0.

#HealthBytes: Some effective home remedies for treating your dandruff problems

Dandruff is like an unwanted guest. It comes out of nowhere, but once it arrives, it refuses to go.

Mahindra Alturas G4 SUV rumored to be discontinued in 2021

Due to a split between Mahindra and Ssangyong, the production of the Alturas G4 SUV in India will reportedly be discontinued in 2021.

Raghav Chadha, Atishi detained ahead of protest over 'NDMC scam'

On Sunday, the Delhi Police detained leaders of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) including Raghav Chadha and Atishi.

ICC confirms pathway to Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2022

The International Cricket Council (ICC), on Sunday, announced the rescheduled qualification pathway to the Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2022.

Here's why you should drink more coconut water

Coconut water is a refreshing drink that is delicious and healthy. After all, it does contain a lot of nutrients that can boost your overall health.

Can INS Viraat be rescued before its end?

After completing the last leg of its journey in September this year, Indian Navy aircraft carrier INS Viraat awaits being stripped apart for scrap.

Five tasty salad dressings you should try at least once

Salads have a reputation of being just a bunch of tasteless fruits and vegetables in a bowl. They are bland and taste not so good, and might not even fill you up.

NZ set to become number one Test side, Boult reacts

New Zealand are all set to become the number one side in Test cricket.

WFH: Time management tips for remote working

Time management is essential to maximize productivity. But the ongoing pandemic has made this task difficult.

Dangerous beauty trends that you should definitely avoid

Given our increasing dependency on the Internet, it has become like a knowledge trove and our ultimate guide.

Premier League 2020-21: Manchester City's attacking struggles in numbers

Manchester City have been struggling to score goals this season in the Premier League.

How Delhi plans to carry out COVID-19 vaccinations

Ahead of the licensing of a COVID-19 vaccine, the Delhi government has been working on a plan to conduct vaccinations.

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Finally! Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys collaborate: Details here

The Princess of Pop and BSB are back, and this time they are together!

Borussia Dortmund suffer worst home defeat since 2009: Records broken

Borussia Dortmund were handed a 5-1 thrashing at home in gameweek 11 of the Bundesliga 2020-21 campaign.

Ahead of launch, key specifications of OPPO A15s smartphone revealed

Chinese smartphone maker OPPO's A15s smartphone is expected to make its global debut soon.

Paul Pogba will always fight for Manchester United

Manchester United mid-fielder Paul Pogba has been in the news after his agent Mino Raiola said that the Frenchman should leave the club.

Underrated tourist destinations in India that should be explored

This year started with a nightmare, which caused unprecedented mayhem and due to this, many of us had to cancel our travel plans.

NZ vs WI, 2nd Test: Key takeaways of Day 3

West Indies avoided another innings defeat as New Zealand imposed a follow-on on Day 3 of the ongoing Wellington Test.

Pakistan's Babar Azam ruled out of T20Is against New Zealand

Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam has been ruled out of the upcoming T20Is against New Zealand.

DC making female-led 'Plastic Man' film, no casting done yet

Plastic Man is getting a female-led movie.

TRP scam: Mumbai Police arrests Republic TV CEO Vikas Khanchandani

The Mumbai Police on Sunday arrested Republic TV CEO Vikas Khanchandani in connection with a scam about the manipulation of TRPs (Television Rating Points).

Real beat Atletico in Madrid derby: Records broken

Real overcame arch-rivals and La Liga 2020-21 leaders Atletico in the Madrid derby.

How to protect yourself from air pollution during winters

Winter is the time for warm blankets and fuzzy sweaters. However, one more thing that is attached to this season is the bad air pollution levels.

Mitchell Starc rejoins Australian squad, in line for Adelaide Test

Pace spearhead Mitchell Starc is set to be included in Australia's squad ahead of the first of four-match Test series.

Mahindra is offering big discounts on these cars this December

In a bid to increase sales this month, Mahindra dealerships in India are offering great deals on select models, including the XUV300, Scorpio, XUV500, and Alturas G4.

Farmers to block Delhi-Jaipur highway today to escalate protests

Thousands of Farmers have planned to stage a tractor rally on Sunday blocking the Delhi-Jaipur highway in protest against the central government's new agricultural laws.

Facing hair problems? 5 aloe vera hair masks to try

Aloe vera offers a lot of benefits for your hair.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 98.5 lakh with 30K+ new cases

India on Saturday reported 30,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the total number of cases past 98.5 lakh.

Actor Dharmesh says he had dropped out, worked as peon

Choreographer and actor Dharmesh Yelande rose to fame with the show Dance India Dance, and went on to fulfill his dream of becoming an actor.

Vivo Y52s 5G, with 90Hz display and 5,000mAh battery, launched

Expanding its portfolio of budget-friendly 5G smartphones, Vivo has introduced a new Y52s 5G model in China.

Premier League, Manchester United 0-0 Manchester City: Records broken

A drab Manchester derby ended goalless at Old Trafford as both teams won't have much to complain.

#ComicBytes: Four interesting facts from the Darth Vader comics

When you watch the Star Wars films in chronological order, there is a significant story gap of 30 years between Episode III and Episode IV, which took away our chance to see Darth Vader's transformation into a legend.