05 Jan 2021

Ali Abbas Zafar introduces wife Alicia, shares dreamy wedding pictures

Film director Ali Abbas Zafar, who recently tied the knot in a private ceremony, has finally introduced his wife Alicia to his fans and friends.

Union Budget 2021-2022 to be presented on February 1: Report

The Union Budget for the fiscal year 2021-22 will be presented on February 1, sources were quoted as saying by PTI on Tuesday.

Vivo X60 Pro+ to support 55W fast-charging, reveals 3C certification

Vivo is gearing up to add another handset to the X60 series, called the X60 Pro+. It will join the existing X60 and X60 Pro models, which were launched in China last month.

2021 Kawasaki Z650 launched in India at Rs. 6.04 lakh

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the Z650 model in India for the year 2021. It comes in a Metallic Spark Black color scheme along with fluorescent green finish on the rims.

Redmi Note 9T to be launched on January 8

Xiaomi will launch the Redmi Note 9T in the global markets on January 8, the company has confirmed. It will reportedly arrive as a slightly tweaked version of Redmi Note 9 5G, which was launched in China last November.

Fiat Chrysler eyes expansion in India with $250 million investment

In a bid to expand its presence in India, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) will invest $250 million in the country. As part of the plan, the company will launch four new SUVs under its Jeep brand over the next two years.

Kangana Ranaut opposes Kamal Haasan's idea of paying homemakers

Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut has voiced her disagreement over actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan's idea of recognizing housework done by homemakers as a salaried profession, which was recently appreciated by Congress leader Shashi Tharoor.

UK PM cancels R-Day India visit citing new coronavirus strain

United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson has canceled his visit to India for the Republic Day event, a Downing Street spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday.

Mi A3 users get free repairs after update bricks devices

Xiaomi has announced that it is offering a free repair service to all the Mi A3 users in India who were affected by a faulty Android 11 update that bricked their devices.

Renault KIGER to be unveiled in India on January 28

Renault's upcoming KIGER crossover, which was showcased in concept form in November last year, will be unveiled in India on January 28.

Limited-run Suzuki Katana motorbike launched in Japan

Japanese automaker Suzuki has launched the Katana motorbike in its home country. The sports tourer is offered in a single Candy Darling Red color and only 100 units will be produced.

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly to be discharged on January 6

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly will be discharged from the hospital on Wednesday.

SA beat Sri Lanka, win Test series 2-0: Records broken

South Africa beat Sri Lanka by 10 wickets on Tuesday in the second Test match at the Wanderers in Johannesburg.

Kriti Sanon enjoys bike ride on sets of 'Bachchan Pandey'

Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon had a great time riding a bike on the sets of her upcoming film Bachchan Pandey.

Sleeves up! Coronavirus vaccination drive could begin on January 13

The first dose of the coronavirus vaccine in India will most likely be administered on January 13, a statement from a top official of the Union Health Ministry indicated on Tuesday.

Steve Smith coaches himself, will bounce back soon: Justin Langer

Australian middle-order batsman Steve Smith hasn't found his hands so far in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series.

Team India's Test cricket record at the SCG

Team India is gearing up for the third Test of the four-match series against Australia, starting Thursday.

Kannada actor Shweta Kumari arrested by NCB in drugs case

Kannada actor Shweta Kumari has been arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) as part of the ongoing anti-drug probe against the supply of banned narcotics.

BMW

BMW X5 M Competition review: Practical SUV with supercar performance

BMW's M division has had considerable success with its line-up of fast SUVs as performance SUVs gain popularity thanks to their versatile nature.

OPPO's 5G-enabled Reno5 Pro to be launched on January 18

OPPO is all set to launch its Reno5 Pro 5G smartphone in India on January 18 at 12:30 pm, the company has announced.

SII, Bharat Biotech ensure 'smooth roll out' of vaccines globally

The Serum Institute of India (SII) and Bharat Biotech have taken a joint pledge to ensure global access of the COVID-19 vaccines developed by them.

January transfer window: Major deals expected to happen

The January football transfer window is open and several top European clubs will be keen to bolster their squads in wake of a challenging season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kapil Sharma announces 'auspicious' news, confirms Netflix debut

Popular comedian and actor Kapil Sharma has announced that he is all set to be seen on streaming platform Netflix for his digital debut.

Australia tour: Records Ajinkya Rahane can break in Sydney Test

After a couple of riveting encounters, Australia and India are set to lock horns in the impending SCG Test.

20 more people contract new coronavirus strain, tally reaches 58

On Tuesday, the Union Health Ministry said that 20 more people have tested positive for the new strain of coronavirus that was detected in the United Kingdom. With this, the tally has swelled to 58.

'We Can Be Heroes' sequel coming soon, says Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra's superhero film We Can Be Heroes was released on Christmas 2020 on Netflix.

Carabao Cup semi-final, Tottenham vs Brentford: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Tottenham will be aiming to get the job done against second-tier Brentford when the two sides meet in the semi-final of the Carabao Cup.

Google employees form labor union with eye on future protests

Over 200 employees and contractors of Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc., in the United States and Canada have formed a labor union, the group's elected leaders announced on Monday.

2021 Audi A4 launched in India at Rs. 42.34 lakh

German automaker Audi has launched the facelifted version of its A4 sedan in India. It comes in two variants- Premium Plus and Technology.

Janhvi Kapoor buys plush new home worth Rs. 39 crore

Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor has recently bought an expensive property in an upscale area in Mumbai, several reports said.

ATP Cup: Nadal, Djokovic headline depleted 12-nation tournament

World number one men's tennis player Novak Djokovic and second-ranked Rafael Nadal will headline a depleted field at the coronavirus-hit ATP Cup, organizers said.

Xiaomi Mi 10i launched in India at Rs. 21,000

Xiaomi has launched the much-awaited Mi 10i model in India at a starting price of Rs. 20,999. The handset will go on sale from January 8, at 12 pm via Amazon and Mi.com.

2021 Kawasaki Z H2, Z H2 SE launched in India

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the 2021 versions of its Z H2 and Z H2 SE supercharged naked motorcycles in India.

Centre's ambitious Central Vista Project gets Supreme Court nod

The Supreme Court on Tuesday gave the green signal to the Central Vista Project, one of the most ambitious projects of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's regime, which seeks to refurbish government buildings in central Delhi and construct a new Parliament complex.

Tamil Nadu government allows 100% occupancy in cinema halls

Ahead of the festival of Pongal, the Tamil Nadu government has increased the permissible occupancy in cinema halls from the existing 50% to 100%.

NZ vs PAK, Kane Williamson smashes fourth double-century: Records broken

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has slammed his fourth double-century in Test cricket.

Nissan Magnite's base XE trim becomes costlier by Rs. 50,000

Nissan has hiked the prices of its Magnite compact SUV in India. The entry-level XE trim has become costlier by Rs. 50,000, raising the starting price to Rs. 5.49 lakh. However, the prices of XL, XV High, and XV Premium variants remain unchanged.

Premier League, Southampton beat Liverpool: Records broken

Premier League leaders Liverpool suffered a 1-0 defeat against Southampton to see their title defence suffer a setback.

US welcomes India to UN Security Council

The United States welcomed India to the United Nations Security Council, saying that it looks forward to working over shared interests toward a peaceful and secure India-Pacific region and the world.

Wrist sprain rules KL Rahul out of Australia Test series

India batsman KL Rahul has been ruled out of the remaining Test series against Australia with a sprained left wrist.

Bird flu outbreak detected in Himachal, Kerala, Rajasthan, MP

Even as the country is reeling under the coronavirus pandemic, another health crisis has started troubling states. Five states have so far confirmed the outbreak of avian influenza or bird flu.

Full lockdown imposed in England as coronavirus cases surge

England's 56 million people were ordered to stay at home by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday, as the United Kingdom struggles to contain a new variant of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 10.35 million with 16K+ new cases

India on Monday reported over 16,000 fresh coronavirus infections, bringing the nationwide tally past 10.35 million cases. The recovery rate stood at 96.3%.

#ComicBytes: Know about the origin story of Adam Warlock

Any conversation around Infinity Gauntlet and Gems leads to Thanos, the Mad Titan.

iQOO 7 to feature a pressure-sensitive, 120Hz AMOLED screen

iQOO will launch its flagship iQOO 7 gaming smartphone in China on January 11. In the latest development, an official teaser posted on Weibo has revealed the key display features of the phone.

KTM launches 390 Adventure motorbike in Malaysia

Expanding its product portfolio, Austrian automaker KTM has launched its 390 Adventure motorbike in Malaysia.

MG Hector Plus (7-seater) spied at dealership, launch imminent

Ahead of its launch in India this month, British automaker MG Motor's Hector Plus (7-seater) SUV has been spied at a dealership stockyard, revealing its key design aspects.

04 Jan 2021

'Tribhanga' trailer promises gripping tale of three women

Renuka Shahane's upcoming Netflix film Tribhanga's trailer is now out.

COVAXIN is 200% safe: Bharat Biotech MD on efficacy concerns

Bharat Biotech MS Krishna Ella on Monday said the company has "tremendous experience" in developing vaccines and their vaccine, COVAXIN, is "200% safe."

West Indies tour of Bangladesh: Shakib named in preliminary squads

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), on Monday, announced the preliminary squads for the upcoming home leg against West Indies.

Farmer-government talks remain inconclusive; protesters threaten Republic Day rally

The seventh round of talks between the government and farmers to resolve protests against the new agricultural laws remained inconclusive.

Ahead of launch in India, Mi 10i's prices tipped

Xiaomi is all set to announce the Mi 10i smartphone in India on January 5. In the run-up to the launch event, Xiaomi India's managing director, Manu Kumar Jain, has revealed that the phone will cost under Rs. 30,000.

2022 Audi A8 (facelift) spotted testing, key design details revealed

German automaker Audi will launch the facelifted version of its A8 sedan sometime in 2022.

Bharat Biotech allowed COVAXIN trials on children aged 12+

Hyderabad-based pharmaceutical company Bharat Biotech has been allowed to conduct clinical trials for its COVID-19 vaccine on children above the age of 12.

Screenwriters Kanika Dhillon and Himanshu Sharma tie the knot

Screenwriters Kanika Dhillon and Himanshu Sharma have tied the knot in an intimate ceremony.

Hero Xtreme 160R and 200S become costlier in India

Hero MotoCorp has hiked the prices of its Xtreme 160R and Xtreme 200S motorbikes in India. Following the latest price-revision, these models have become costlier by Rs. 1,900 and Rs. 1,500, respectively.

Samsung Galaxy M02s to be launched on January 7

Samsung will launch the Galaxy M02s smartphone in India on January 7 at 1 pm, the company has announced. The tech giant has also activated a microsite for the phone, revealing its key specifications and features.

Jodie Whittaker, the latest 'Doctor Who,' is quitting the series

Jodie Whittaker, the current Doctor Who in this decades-long sci-fi series, is reportedly bidding goodbye to her lead role.

Kohli, Pandya breached COVID protocols in December: Report

While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Cricket Australia (CA) continue to investigate the alleged breach of COVID-19 protocols by five Indian players, the Australian media has reported two more cricketers also violated the protocols.

Don't participate in events promoting tobacco: Delhi Government to schools

The Delhi Government has directed schools in the national capital not to participate in any event sponsored by firms or sellers that promote the use, manufacture or sale of tobacco products.

'Ek Tha Tiger' director Ali Abbas Zafar ties the knot

Starting the new year on a bright note, film director Ali Abbas Zafar has tied the knot in a private ceremony.

Alibaba founder suspected to be missing after criticizing Chinese government

Chinese billionaire Jack Ma has not been seen in public for more than two months now, a development that has sparked questions about his whereabouts.

OnePlus Band teased; design details and specifications also leaked

OnePlus has teased its upcoming smartband on its official Facebook page, without revealing many details. It will take on Xiaomi's Mi Band series.

Ford EcoSport becomes cheaper in India by Rs. 39,000

American automaker Ford has reduced the prices of its EcoSport sub-compact SUV in India by up to Rs. 39,000.

Tax officials record Robert Vadra's statement in benami properties case

Officials of the Income Tax department on Monday recorded businessman Robert Vadra's statement at his Delhi office in connection with the benami properties case.

'Madam Chief Minister': Richa Chadha-starrer to release on January 22

Bollywood actor Richa Chadha is all set to impress fans with her upcoming film, Madam Chief Minister.

No video of Munawar Faruqui insulting Hindu deities, says police

The Indore Police on Sunday said they had no video evidence to prove the allegations that comedian Munawar Faruqui insulted Hindu deities during a recent performance at a cafe in the city.

NZ vs PAK, Williamson slams 24th Test hundred: Records broken

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson slammed his 24th ton as he put the hosts on top on Day 2 of the second Test against Pakistan.

Politics heats up over coronavirus vaccine, BJP leaders slam detractors

While India's wait for a coronavirus vaccine is over with the approval given to Serum Institute Of India's Covishield and Bharat Biotech's COVAXIN, a number of Opposition leaders have raised questions over the process, only to get slammed by the members of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.

Realme V15 to be launched on January 7; design revealed

Chinese tech giant Realme is all set to introduce a new V15 model in its home market on January 7, a Weibo post by the company's President, Xu Qi, has confirmed.

South Korea's population declines for the first time ever

South Korea's population has dipped for the first time in its history as the Asian country recorded more deaths than births in 2020.

Ronaldo's brace helps Juventus beat Udinese 4-1: Records broken

Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice and created another record as Juventus clinched a 4-1 victory over Udinese in their latest Serie A fixture on Sunday.

Private hospitals may get coronavirus vaccine by March: Serum CEO

While the Indian government has prioritized healthcare workers and high-risk individuals in its vaccine program, doses of the coronavirus vaccine will be available for private companies, hospitals, and individuals by as early as March, the CEO of Serum Institute of India (SII), Adar Poonawalla, said on Sunday.

After Kangana's attack, Urmila Matondkar hits back at her

Actor-politician Urmila Matondkar has hit back at actor Kangana Ranaut for commenting on the purchase of her new office space.

Benelli will launch seven new motorbikes in India this year

Italian automaker Benelli will launch seven new motorbikes in India between February and August this year.

Sensitive data of 100 million users leaked on Dark Web

Sensitive data of over 100 million users has been leaked on the Dark Web, according to security researcher Rajshekhar Rajaharia, who discovered the data dump last week.

AAP, BJP blame each other for demolition of Hanuman temple

The Delhi units of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday sparred over the demolition of a Hanuman temple as part of the ongoing Chandni Chowk beautification plan.

Honda develops a 'mask' for cars, may kill COVID-19 virus

With the COVID-19 pandemic refusing to slow down, any degree of precaution should be considered less.

Dr. Anuj Choudhary: Idealistic sportsperson, sensible businessman, mentor

Dr. Anuj Choudhary, a Ph.D. holder in sports science industry, is shaping the lives of thousands by mentoring them toward their dreams.

Nisha Gupta: A blogger who is inspiring the young India

Nisha Gupta, fondly known by her followers as Nishi, is one of the quirkiest and most popular bloggers and social media influencers in India right now.

Samsung Galaxy S21 series to debut on January 14

Samsung has announced the launch date of the Galaxy S21 series in India. The invite released by the company confirms that the S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra models will be unveiled on January 14, at 8:30 pm.

2020 Hyundai i20 receives over 35,000 bookings in India

In a proud moment for South Korean automaker Hyundai, the new-generation i20 hatchback has received over 35,000 bookings since its launch in India in November last year.

Farmers and Centre to talk today on MSP, repealing laws

For the seventh time today, protesting farmers will sit on the negotiation table with the government on the other end and they plan on sticking to their demand of repealing the three laws. They have added another demand — a legal guarantee on the minimum support price for procuring crops.

Indian squad tests negative for COVID-19 ahead of SCG Test

In a huge relief to the Indian contingent Down Under, all the players and support staff of the squad have tested negative for COVID-19 ahead of the SCG Test.

La Liga: Barcelona beat Huesca in Lionel Messi's 500th game

Barcelona claimed a comfortable victory over bottom-placed side Huesca in Sunday's La Liga fixture.

In a first, Sensex crosses 48,000-mark, Nifty soars past 14,000

Domestic stock markets brought good news for investors as the S&P BSE Sensex index traded above 48,000 for the first time ever. The Sensex recorded a jump of 299.24 points, roughly 0.63%, to come at 48,168.22 on Monday morning.

Trump calls Georgia's top official, demands to overturn election results

Outgoing United States President Donald Trump directed the top election official in Georgia to "find enough votes" to change the poll outcome in an extraordinary phone call on Saturday, excerpts of which were released by the Washington Post on Sunday.

Premier League, Manchester City beat Chelsea: List of records broken

Manchester City thrashed Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge to increase the pressure on manager Frank Lampard.

Best MacBook accessories you should have in 2021

Apple makes some of the best laptops money can buy. The company's MacBooks have a sleek form factor but they sure pack a punch.

Milla Jovovich's daughter Ever, a Hollywood star in the making

Parents are proud when their children achieve new heights in life.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 10.34 million with 16K+ new cases

India on Sunday reported over 16,000 fresh coronavirus infections, bringing the nationwide tally past 10.34 million cases. The recovery rate stood at 96.1%.

IRCTC revamps site and app with various new features

The Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), the Indian Railways' e-ticketing arm, has upgraded and revamped its website and app to offer a seamless ticket booking experience to passengers.

KTM

2021 KTM 250 Adventure motorbike debuts in Malaysia: Details here

Austrian automaker KTM has launched the 2021 version of its 250 Adventure motorbike in Malaysia.

Tamil Nadu's 18-year old S Riyasdeen creates world's lightest satellite

S Riyasdeen, a second-year Mechatronics engineering student from SASTRA University hailing from Karanthai in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur, won the global competition "Cubes in Space" for creating the world's lightest femto-satellite.