03 Jan 2021

LG incorporates Mini LED technology in its 2021 TV line-up

LG might be the king of OLED TVs, but LCDs are still the bread-and-butter for the television segment of the Korean electronics giant. The company has revealed details of its Mini LED-enhanced LCD television line-up for 2021.

Nubia Red Magic 6 spotted on Geekbench with Snapdragon 888

Chinese smartphone maker Nubia is set to launch a new Z series handset with an electrochromic back panel, named the Red Magic 6 (codenamed NX669J), this year.

'Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical' earns over $1mn for actors

Once in a blue moon do we get a social media trend that is endorsed by its original creators.

Design details of Moto G Stylus 2021 revealed in renders

As a successor to the 2020 Moto G Pro, Motorola will launch a new smartphone named Moto G Stylus 2021 in the US.

Italian nurse proposes to girlfriend using his PPE kit

Love will perhaps always find a way even in the time of a raging pandemic.

POCO F2 smartphone teased; likely to pack Snapdragon 732G chipset

Ahead of its expected launch in India this year, Chinese smartphone maker POCO has teased its F2 smartphone in a video.

Android 10 update rolled out for Redmi 7 in India

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi is reportedly rolling out the Android 10 update and December 2020 Android security patch for its Redmi 7 handset in India. The global variant received the firmware last week.

Avril Lavigne is making music with Machine Gun Kelly

Let Go of the Complicated 2020 because The Best Damn Thing will be 2021, promises Avril Lavigne!

Streaming players owned last year, as cinema halls bled poorly

In 2020, cinema halls have been hit hard, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Badminton world number one Kento Momota tests positive for COVID-19

Badminton world number one Kento Momota, on Sunday, tested positive for coronavirus.

Vivo Y20A with three rear cameras is now on sale

Chinese smartphone maker Vivo's Y20A smartphone, which was launched in India last week, is now on sale. It comes in two color options: Dawn White and Nebula Blue.

Full Indian squad will travel to Sydney: Details here

The Indian squad will be traveling to Sydney together on January 4 along with the support staff.

Woodlands Hospital CEO gives update on Sourav Ganguly's health

Woodlands Hospital CEO Rupali Basu, on Sunday, assured that BCCI president Sourav Ganguly's recovery is on track.

Is an 'Alien Vs Predator' limited series under development?

It might be an overload but rumor has it that an Alien Vs Predator limited series is in its earliest stages of development.

In fresh tirade, Fisher slams DC Films President Walter Hamada

Ray Fisher, who plays Cyborg in DCEU, repeated the notion of "accountability > entertainment" in a tweet about DC Films President Walter Hamada.

17 dead as roof of cremation ground collapses in Muradnagar

At least 17 people were killed on Sunday as the roof of a building in Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh collapsed, officials said.

Sony Pictures getting more offers, thanks to WB's 2021 decision

"Nothing is more expensive than a missed opportunity," said American author H Jackson Brown Jr.

Loan app case: Chennai Police arrests 2 Chinese nationals

Four people, including two Chinese nationals, have been arrested by the Chennai Police in connection with the loan apps case.

'Finally paid off,' says Adar Poonawalla after Covishield gets approval

Serum Institute of India's (SII) chief Adar Poonawalla today wished everyone a happy new year along with a great announcement.

Indian Super League 2020-21: Presenting the major stats

The Indian Super League 2020-21 season is approaching its halfway stage mark.

'The Little Things', Jared Leto's foray into Joker-resembling character

Jared Leto truly deserves the term multi-hyphenate.

Ajinkya Rahane is born to lead teams: Ian Chappell

Former Australian captain Ian Chappell lavished praise on the leadership skills of India's stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd Test Day 1: Key takeaways

Kyle Jamieson claimed a fifer as New Zealand bowled out Pakistan for 297 on Day 1 of the second Test at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

Ex-Disney World employee given lenient punishment despite fund embezzlement

An ex-Walt Disney World employee was slapped with a pair of misdemeanor charges against an allegation of fund embezzlement that amounts to $34,000.

'Cyberpunk 2077' investors file lawsuit against developer CD Projekt

The year 2020 has been really bad for CD Projekt, the Polish video game developer.

All you need to know about vaccines approved in India

Earlier on Sunday, the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) announced the issuance of emergency approval to two COVID-19 vaccines for restricted use in India: Covishield and COVAXIN.

Mom-to-be Kareena Kapoor shares a glimpse of her 'dream home'

Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is expecting her second child with her husband, actor Saif Ali Khan, has shared a sneak peek from her new Mumbai apartment, which is currently being redesigned.

Son Heung-min scores his 100th goal for Tottenham

Son Heung-min registered his 100th career goal for Tottenham on Saturday.

Ahead of launch, new color option for Mi 10i teased

Ahead of its launch in India on January 5, Xiaomi has teased a Pacific Sunrise color option for its Mi 10i smartphone. It will have a gradient finish with a mix of cyan and orange shades.

Premier League, Arsenal thrash West Brom 4-0: Records broken

Arsenal registered an emphatic 4-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion on a snowy Saturday night at The Hawthorns.

#HealthBytes: Effective tips to tackle cracked heels at home

Taking care of the feet is something that most people don't prioritize, even though they are the ones gathering the maximum dirt.

Paris Saint-Germain appoint Mauricio Pochettino as head coach

Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new head coach of French champions Paris Saint-Germain.

Heavy rain lashes parts of Delhi, nearby areas

Several parts of Delhi recorded moderate to heavy rain and thundershowers early on Sunday morning for the second consecutive day.

Real beat Celta Vigo, take top spot in La Liga

Real Madrid took the top spot in La Liga 2020-21 season after a convincing 2-0 win over Celta Vigo.

#HealthBytes: Here's what can happen if you are sleep deprived

In order to function properly, every human being needs 7-9 hours of uninterrupted sleep.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Brisbane at risk of losing fourth Test

The Gabba in Brisbane appears to be at risk of losing the fourth Test between Australia and India.

SII's Covishield, Bharat Biotech's COVAXIN granted emergency approval, says DCGI

Two COVID-19 vaccines, Covishield and COVAXIN, have been granted emergency approval for use in India, the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) Dr. VG Somani said on Sunday.

These much-awaited cars will be launched in India this month

As we enter the New Year, the Indian auto industry is gearing up for an action-packed start with plenty of new cars lined up for launch in India this month.

Chennai: Luxury hotel turns COVID-19 hotspot; 85 test positive

At least 85 people have tested positive for COVID-19 at ITC Grand Chola in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, since December 15, 2020, a senior official said Saturday.

#HealthBytes: Exercises that can help in improving your stamina

Lack of stamina is not uncommon, but with the current pandemic situation, it has worsened due to the lack of movement.

Coronavirus vaccine: Bharat Biotech's COVAXIN gets expert panel nod

A government-appointed panel on Saturday recommended emergency-use authorization (EUA) to the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech.

'Death to 2020': Kicking the worst year out with comedy

What's the better way to laugh at the worst year than by laughing at it!

#HealthBytes: Essential tips for an effective nail care routine

Nail care is usually not high on a person's self-care routine checklist, but that doesn't make it unimportant.

MG ZS (petrol) gets 5-star safety rating from ASEAN NCAP

MG ZS (petrol) SUV has bagged 5-star safety rating from the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Mi 11 Pro's leaked render reveals camera design and specifications

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Mi 11 Pro model in China in the coming weeks. In the latest development, MyDrivers has shared a render of the smartphone, revealing its rear design and key specifications.

Woman falls down 650ft cliff moments after accepting proposal

What was supposed to be a romantic marriage proposal turned deadly after a woman fell down a 650-foot cliff merely moments after saying "yes" to her partner.

02 Jan 2021

India's COVID-19 vaccination drive, registration, priority beneficiaries: Everything to know

India is gearing up to launch the world's largest immunization drive soon, and a nationwide dry run for the COVID-19 vaccination was conducted on Saturday to assess the authorities' preparedness and test the mechanisms before the actual program.

Ahead of launch, Toyota teases Fortuner (facelift) SUV in India

Japanese automaker Toyota is all set to unveil the Fortuner (facelift) in India on January 6. Now, in the run-up to the launch event, the company has teased the car, highlighting some of its features.

New-generation Mahindra XUV500, with panoramic sunroof, spotted testing

Mahindra is working to unveil the new-generation XUV500 in India in the coming months. In the latest development, the SUV has been spotted testing on the roads, revealing its design features.

After missing series opener, Babar ruled out of second Test

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam has been ruled out of the second Test against New Zealand, starting Sunday in Christchurch.

26/11 Mumbai terror attacks mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi arrested in Pakistan

The 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks mastermind and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operations commander, Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, has been arrested in Pakistan on Saturday.

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy A71 is available with Rs. 5,500 discount

If you are planning to buy a premium smartphone, this might be a good opportunity for you. Flipkart is offering a discount of Rs. 5,500 on the Samsung Galaxy A71 (8GB/128GB) model.

Comedian Munawar Faruqui booked for allegedly insulting Hindu Gods

The Madhya Pradesh Police has booked Mumbai-based comedian Munawar Faruqui and others for allegedly hurting religious sentiments by making derogatory comments about Hindu deities in Madhya Pradesh's Indore, reports said on Saturday.

Rohit Sharma among Indian cricketers in isolation after visiting restaurant

Cricket Australia (CA), on Saturday, revealed that five Indian players including Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, Prithvi Shaw and Navdeep Saini have been placed in isolation after a video of them eating at indoor restaurant in Melbourne emerged.

Labour Ministry formalizes work from home for the services sector

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has formalized work from home for the services sector while leaving it on the employers in the IT sector to mutually decide the work hours for their employees.

Ahead of launch, MG Hector's (facelift) interiors and features revealed

MG Motor is expected to unveil the facelifted model of the Hector SUV in India later this month. In the latest update, carandbike has shared images of the car's cabin, revealing the interiors of the upcoming model.

Premier League, Chelsea vs Manchester City: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Chelsea face Manchester City in a crunch Premier League encounter on Sunday.

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Steyn pulls out of IPL 2021, will play other leagues

Pace spearhead Dale Steyn has opted out of the upcoming edition of Indian Premier League (IPL).

Serie A 2020-21: A look at Cristiano Ronaldo in numbers

The Serie A 2020-21 season is set to resume on Sunday after a week's holiday period owing to Christmas and New Year.

DDA's 2021 housing scheme launched; over 1,350 flats on sale

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has on Saturday launched its new housing scheme for 2021, under which over 1,350 flats are on sale.

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They're paid trolls: Sonu Sood on his book receiving backlash

Recently, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood released his book I Am No Messiah, revolving around his philanthropic work amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Mi A3's Android 11 release halted as update bricks devices

Xiaomi has halted the roll out of Android 11 OTA update for its Mi A3 model in India after several users reported that the firmware upgrade had bricked their handsets.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Records that can be broken in SCG Test

India scripted an emphatic comeback in the Border-Gavaskar series by winning the Boxing Day Test.

Scariest time of my life: Remo on his heart attack

Bollywood choreographer-filmmaker Remo D'Souza, who recently suffered a heart attack, has opened up about his frightening experience.

BCCI boss Sourav Ganguly suffers heart attack, admitted to hospital

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has been admitted to Woodlands Multispeciality Hospital in Kolkata after complaining of acute chest pain.

Bundesliga, gameweek 14: Preview, stats and key matches

Gameweek 14 of the Bundesliga 2020-21 season sees seven games to be played later tonight.

COVID-19 vaccines will be free across India: Union Health Minister

As India prepares to launch the world's biggest immunization drive, Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on Saturday announced COVID-19 vaccines would be provided free of cost across the country.

Redmi 9T tipped to be launched on January 8

Xiaomi will launch its budget-friendly Redmi 9T model on January 8, as per tipster @chunvn8888.

'Grave violation,' says court on Kangana Ranaut merging her flats

A civil court in Mumbai has observed that Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut has illegally merged three of her flats in the city's Khar area.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd Test: Preview, Dream11 and stats

New Zealand will be aiming to get the job done against Pakistan in the second Test match, starting on Sunday.

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Bhuvneshwar Kumar named in UP squad

Fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar was picked in the Uttar Pradesh squad for the first two matches of the T20 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

Liam Neeson might play Zeus (again) for 'Wonder Woman 3'

It's good for Warner Bros. that Wonder Woman 1984 is doing well.

Xiaomi sold 3,50,000 units of Mi 11 in five minutes

Xiaomi sold 3,50,000 units of Mi 11 in just five minutes after the flagship handset went on its first sale in China on January 1, according to ITHome. The total sales value in those first five minutes exceeded CNY 1.5 billion (roughly Rs. 1,677 crore).

PMC Bank: Money trail leading to Sanjay Raut's wife unearthed

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday attached properties worth Rs. 72 crore of Pravin Raut, in connection to the PMC Bank scam. As per the agency, his wife Madhuri gave Rs. 55 lakh to Varsha Raut, the wife of Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut.

Premier League, Manchester United beat Aston Villa: Records broken

Manchester United displayed their ability once again to grind out a victory at Old Trafford in the Premier League 2020-21 season.

Mahindra Marazzo (petrol) MPV spotted testing in India, launch imminent

Mahindra is expected to launch a petrol version of the Marazzo in India in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the upcoming model has been found testing on the roads.

Farmers threaten to shut petrol-pumps, malls if January-4 talks fail

Farmer unions protesting the three newly-enacted central farm laws on Friday threatened to shut all malls and petrol pumps in Haryana if the Centre fails to meet their demands during the next, seventh round of talks on January 4.

PCB Awards: Babar Azam named 'Most Valuable Cricketer'

Pakistan captain Babar Azam was named the 'Most Valuable Cricketer of the Year' in the PCB awards on Friday.

Srinagar: Punjabi jeweler gets domicile certificate, terrorists shoot him dead

In a spine-chilling incident, a 70-year-old Punjabi jeweler Satpal Nischal was shot dead in Srinagar weeks after he got a domicile certificate that allowed him to purchase immovable property.

All states to hold dry run for coronavirus vaccination today

A dry run for vaccination, before the actual doses of the coronavirus vaccine are administered to people, will be held in all states and union territories today.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle drop their first Spotify podcast

As promised, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have dropped their first podcast on Spotify.

Redditor compresses 'Shrek' film onto a 1.44 MB floppy disk

In a stark departure from 8K televisions and high fidelity Blu-ray media playback, a Redditor has gone full retro by cramming the entire Shrek film onto a floppy.

Mayim Bialik, also a neuroscientist, announces podcast on mental health

Mayim Bialik needs no introduction for American sitcom fans.

WhatsApp ends support for these smartphones: Details here

Facebook-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has withdrawn support for a number of dated smartphones.

#ComicBytes: The history of the Eternals, MCU's new mythological beings

Since its announcement at 2019's San Diego Comic-Con, fans have been waiting for the Eternals movie.