11 Jan 2021

Disappointed with "hate" online, Harry and Meghan quit social media

Incessant flow of hatred on social media has claimed another victim or victims, to be precise.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro, with an OLED screen, announced

At the ongoing Consumer Electronic Show (CES) 2021, Chinese tech giant Lenovo has announced an OLED screen variant of its Yoga Slim 7i Pro that was launched last year with an LCD panel.

Team India script history: Key learnings from SCG Test

Team India held off the Australian bowlers on Day 5 of the third Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Dia Mirza's ex-manager arrested for smuggling drugs

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has arrested four people, including actor Dia Mirza's former manager Rahila Furniturewala for allegedly trying to smuggle 200 kilograms of drugs.

TVS Jupiter's Sheet Metal variant launched at Rs. 63,500

TVS Motor Company has launched a new Sheet Metal variant of its Jupiter scooter in India. Priced at Rs. 63,497, it is the most affordable Jupiter model yet.

Vivo Y51A goes official in India at Rs. 18,000

Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, Vivo has launched the Y51A handset in India. Priced at Rs. 17,990, it is up for purchase via the company's e-store, Amazon, Flipkart, Paytm, Tata CLiQ, and other partner retail stores.

The Line: Saudi Arabia unveils city with no roads, cars

The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, has unveiled plans for a future city 'The Line,' which is part of the $500 billion project called "Neom."

Pakistan's top court approves singer's plea against Ali Zafar

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has accepted singer Meesha Shafi's petition filed against the Lahore High Court's (LHC) order in the sexual harassment case against singer-actor Ali Zafar.

WhatsApp group invite links, user profiles accessible via Google search

In a disturbing development, several WhatsApp private groups and user profiles are showing up on Google search, compromising the privacy of users.

Priyanka Chopra celebrates Vice President Kamala Harris's Vogue cover

The February 2021 issue of Vogue magazine will have Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on its cover.

Centre will sponsor vaccination of healthcare, frontline workers: PM Modi

In his first interaction with chief ministers of all states after India approved two vaccines, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the federal government will sponsor the vaccination of three crore healthcare and frontline workers.

Felt helpless: Preity Zinta on her family battling COVID-19

Actor Preity Zinta today took to Instagram and shared her family's experience of battling COVID-19.

'Sex and the City' returns, but without a hot-favorite character

Finally, all the murmurs about Sex and the City returning have been proved to be true.

Deliveries of Aprilia SXR 160 maxi-style scooter begin in India

Aprilia has started delivering the SXR 160 maxi-scooter. To recall, it was showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo and was announced last month after facing several delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In 2020, Bentley clocked highest ever sales in 101 years

In a proud achievement for Bentley, in 2020, the company posted its highest-ever sales figure in 101 years by delivering 11,206 cars. In comparison to 2019, the automaker registered a 2% increase in sales.

Honor MagicBook Pro 2021, with 10th-generation Intel chipset, goes official

Expanding its range of laptops, tech giant Honor has launched the MagicBook Pro 2021 in the US at $1,000 (roughly Rs. 73,400). Its pricing and availability details in India are not yet confirmed.

Shahid Kapoor seeks 'fun' roles after wife Mira's rant

After delivering some critically-acclaimed performances, Shahid Kapoor is now looking to play easy roles. Wondering why?

Rs. 200 per vaccine dose: SII receives government's purchase order

The Pune-based Serum Institute of India (SII) has received the purchase order for COVID-19 vaccines from the central government, officials said on Monday.

Explosion in equipment could have triggered fire that killed newborns

The fire that took the lives of 10 newborn children on Saturday could have been sparked by an explosion in one of the radiant warmers kept at the Sick Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of Bhandara District General Hospital, Maharashtra, officials involved with the probe have indicated.

AUSvsIND, SCG Test: Decoding interesting stats of this historic match

India scripted an emphatic turnaround on Day 5 of the third Test against Australia at the SCG.

No foreign leader as R-Day chief guest this year: Report

India will reportedly not have a chief guest for the Republic Day celebrations this year.

It's a baby girl for Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli

Celebrity couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have become parents to a baby girl, the star cricketer informed on social media on Monday.

Tata Motors is offering discounts on these cars this January

In an attempt to increase sales, Tata Motors is offering great deals on select BS6 models in India such as the Tiago, Tigor, Nexon, and Harrier.

OnePlus Band, with an AMOLED display, launched at Rs. 2,500

As its first-ever wearable, OnePlus has launched OnePlus Band in India. It takes on Xiaomi's Mi Smart Band 5 and other such fitness bands.

Vicky Kaushal unveils first posters of 'The Immortal Ashwatthama'

As his biggest hit Uri: The Surgical Strike clocked two years of release today, actor Vicky Kaushal shared with fans the first look posters of his upcoming ambitious film The Immortal Ashwatthama.

WHO team probing coronavirus origins to visit on Thursday: China

A team of experts from the World Health Organization are due to reach China on January 14 to probe the origins of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, officials said on Monday.

Delhi, eight other states confirm bird flu, key meeting today

Delhi has become the ninth state to confirm bird flu, sparking worries among authorities, and prompting the decision to close Sanjay Lake for visitors.

Tottenham trounce Marine 5-0 in FA Cup: Records broken

Mid-fielder Carlos Vinicius scored a brilliant hat-trick as Tottenham Hotspur claimed a third-round win over eighth-tier Marine in the FA Cup.

Sonu Sood moves court against BMC's illegal construction notice

Actor Sonu Sood has approached the Bombay High Court challenging the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) notice over alleged illegal construction against him.

You stay farm laws or we will: SC slams Centre

Hearing a bunch of pleas linked to the ongoing farmers' protest, the Supreme Court on Monday said it was disappointed with how the government handled the matter.

BMW

Bookings of BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine open in India

BMW has started accepting bookings for its 3 Series Gran Limousine in India. Interested customers can pre-order it via the company's website by paying a token amount of Rs. 50,000.

COVID-19: Budget documents will not be printed this year

For the first time since 1947, the Union Budget documents will not be printed this year owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.

AUSvsIND: India defy odds, draw the third Test- Records broken

India dished out a resounding performance on Day 5 to draw the SCG Test.

Mi 11 Lite bags BIS certification, launch imminent

Xiaomi is working to launch the Mi 11 Lite model in India soon. In the latest development, tipster Mukul Sharma has claimed that the handset has been certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), hinting at its imminent launch.

Ahead of launch in India, features of Skoda Superb leaked

Czech automaker Skoda is expected to launch the 2021 version of its Superb sedan in India later this month. In the latest development, features of the upcoming car have been leaked.

Pelosi says House will impeach Trump, builds pressure on Pence

Democrats in the United States House of Representatives are pressurizing Vice President Mike Pence to remove outgoing President Donald Trump from the Oval Office. If he doesn't, Speaker Nancy Pelosi said, the House will move to impeach Trump, his second impeachment during the term.

'The Wall' Rahul Dravid turns 48: His monumental feats

Players will come and go, the Wall remains. That's the legendary Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid for you, who turned 48 today.

SCG Test, Day-5: Australia get rid of Pant and Pujara

Australia staged yet another comeback in the second session after India fought back on Day 5 of the SCG Test.

PM Modi to meet CMs today, discuss coronavirus vaccine roll-out

On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a virtual meeting with chief ministers of all states and discuss the coronavirus vaccine roll-out, making this interaction crucial as India prepares to inoculate citizens from January 16.

AUSvsIND: Fourth Test to be played in Brisbane, confirms CA

Putting an end to the spate of speculations, India have confirmed they will travel to Brisbane for the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar series.

SCG Test, Day 5: Pant, Pujara keep India alive

In a complete turn of events, India not only survived the first session but are well within the winning range on Day 5 of the SCG Test.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 10.46 million with 16K+ new cases

India on Sunday reported 16,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 10.46 million cases. The recovery rate stands at 96.4%.

#HealthBytes: What are the benefits of using bath salts?

Just like how the right amount of salt amps up any dish, bathing salts have their own benefits, too.

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Nintendo Switch Pro specs leaked; details data-mined from firmware

Well-known data miner and console hacker SciresM has leaked specifications of what could be the Nintendo Switch Pro. The details were buried within the firmware of the current-gen Switch console.

iOS

iPhone 13 tipped to come with a smaller display notch

The next-generation iPhone, likely to be called the iPhone 13, will feature a smaller display notch, according to details revealed by MacOtakara.

Bullit Hero 250, with a retro scrambler design, unveiled

Belgian automaker Bullit has unveiled its Hero 250 scrambler-styled motorcycle in Europe. It comes in three color options: black with gold accents, white, and titanium gray.

Spooky fest! Catch seven horror films for free on YouTube

Horror has a rather divided fan base, with people liking or hating the genre that delves deeper than just jump-scares.

10 Jan 2021

Mahindra Thar garners 6,500 bookings in December; prices also hiked

The 2020 Mahindra Thar received over 6,500 bookings in December, with over 50% of customers opting for the LX automatic trim. The car was launched in AX, AX Std, AX Opt, and LX variants, but the first two have been discontinued later.

#HealthBytes: Know about different types of intermittent fasting, its benefits

In a world where some new popular fitness and diet trend gets introduced almost daily, intermittent fasting (IF) has maintained its popularity for quite some time now.

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OnePlus may have two new smartwatches coming, and then some

With the OnePlus Health app going live for early access on the Google Play Store, developers and enthusiasts are already ripping into the code and digging around for clues. Apparently, there is a lot to discover.

Rivaling Tesla, NIO launches ET7 electric sedan with autonomous driving

As the company's first-ever battery-powered sedan, Chinese electric vehicle maker NIO has launched the all-new ET7 model in its home country.

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'Nomadland' wins 4 major National Society of Film Critics Awards

Nomadland dominated popular and critical choices at the National Society of Film Critics Awards this time.

Despite pandemic, over two million Mercedes-Benz cars sold in 2020

In a proud moment for Mercedes-Benz, the company sold over two million cars for the fifth consecutive year in 2020, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

SCG Test: ICC condemns racial abuse, seeks report from CA

The International Cricket Council (ICC), on Sunday, condemned the incidents relating to racial abuse on Indian players by the spectators at the SCG during the third Test.

Sony announces BRAVIA XR LED TVs powered by 'cognitive intelligence'

Sony has announced its latest generation BRAVIA XR range of smart televisions. The line-up includes LED and OLED models, ranging from 50 inches to 100 inches with up to 8K resolution.

#HealthBytes: Why is a full body detox crucial for us?

A full body cleanse or detox is the process of removing toxins from the body.

Tata Tiago CNG variant found testing, launch imminent

Tata Motors is expected to launch the CNG variant of its Tiago hatchback in India in the coming weeks.

'Your Name Engraved Herein': How love is treasured forever

Romance has a sex-laden perspective nowadays, with filmmakers putting a straight couple through steamy chemistry on-screen to justify intimacy.

Low maintenance indoor plants to amp up your home

Indoor plants are a great way to add color and vibrance to your living space.

WhatsApp claims Terms of Service change only affects business accounts

WhatsApp recently pushed a notification directing users to accept the revised Terms of Service by February 8.

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James Bond director Michael Apted dies at 79 years

Director Michael Apted, who was known for directing the James Bond film The World is Not Enough in 1999, has died at the age of 79 years.

Deepak Hooda leaves Baroda squad, alleges misbehavior by Krunal Pandya

In a blow to the Baroda team, vice-captain Deepak Hooda has withdrawn from the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament after accusing skipper Krunal Pandya of misbehavior.

Suriname's Indian-origin President to be Republic Day chief guest: Report

The President of the Republic of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi, will reportedly be the chief guest at India's Republic Day event later this month.

Donald Trump to pardon 'Tha Carter IV' rapper Lil Wayne?

Outgoing US President Donald Trump has finally conceded defeat and has agreed on a peaceful transition of power after the shocking Capitol riots.

England tour of Lanka: All that you need to know

Sri Lanka and England are all set to face each other in two Tests, starting January 14.

Delhi identifies 89 sites for COVID-19 vaccination drive: Health Minister

The Delhi government has identified 89 sites for the COVID-19 vaccination drive in the national capital, Health Minister Satyendar Jain said on Sunday.

#HealthBytes: Five effective home remedies to remove sun tan

Let's face it, summer or winter, a suntan is really hard to hide from.

HBO viewership dropped massively, thanks to 'GoT' ending, COVID-19

Till May 19, 2019, HBO ruled, but not much after that.

'This wasn't a football match': Zidane slams snow-hit pitch

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane stated his side's game against Osasuna should have been called off after both teams had to battle it out on a snow-hit pitch.

Goa

Pandemic special: Some scenic Work From Home destinations in India

It's almost a year since the pandemic began and a year since the majority of the workforce made workstations out of their homes.

A look at unique records of Australian maestro Steve Smith

Australia's premier batsman Steve Smith staged a remarkable comeback in the ongoing SCG Test, after enduring a lean patch.

Farmers eating chicken biryani to spread bird flu: BJP MLA

The ongoing farmers' protest is a conspiracy to spread bird flu across India, an MLA of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party said on Saturday.

Samsung Galaxy S21 series: Everything we know so far

On January 14, at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung will announce its latest batch of flagship smartphones. The company will introduce the S21, S21, and S21 Ultra as the successors to last year's S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra models.

2021 Honda Gold Wing launched at nearly Rs. 17.5 lakh

Japanese automaker Honda has revealed its 2021 Gold Wing motorcycle. It carries a starting price-tag of $23,900 (approximately Rs. 17.54 lakh).

Marnus Labuschagne's excellent numbers at home in Test cricket

Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne has been enjoying a purple patch with the bat at home in Test cricket.

World's best commandos mentor-grandmaster Shifuji marches forward with exemplary mission

Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bhardwaj, the inventor of MITTI System and urban SRTs ( Situation Reaction Tactics), is currently working on his dream projects, Mission Prachand Bharat and Mission Prahar.

Turn Oscar Wilde's Reading Prison to art venture, celebs demand

After LOTR stars campaigned to preserve author JRR Tolkien's Northmoor house, several British stars have now joined hands to save another old structure having a rich heritage.

La Liga: Messi smashes these records as Barca thrash Granada

Antoine Griezmann and Lionel Messi scored a brace each as Barcelona thrashed Granada 4-0 in gameweek 18 of La Liga 2020-21 season.

SCG Test: India make steady start after Australia's declaration

India made a steady start in bid to chase 407 in the final session on Day 4 of the ongoing SCG Test.

#HealthBytes: Five foods to help you tackle vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D is produced when our body is exposed to the sun, but in today's world, where exposure to the sun is limited, this becomes a tricky exercise.

40-year-old farmer dies by suicide at Singhu border amid protests

A 40-year-old farmer from Punjab allegedly died by suicide at the Delhi-Haryana Singhu border, the epicenter of the ongoing farmers' protests.

FA Cup, Manchester United progress after beating Watford: Records broken

A Scott McTominay goal in the fifth minute was enough as second-string Manchester United got past second-tier Watford in the third round of the FA Cup.

SCG Test: Six spectators removed from stands following India's complaints

As many as six people were removed from the stands at the SCG on Day 4 after concerns raised by the Indian team.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 may feature S21-like camera design

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, expected to arrive later this year as a follow-up to the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, may feature a Galaxy S21-like camera design, according to a concept image posted in a Korean forum (via LetsGoDigital).

FA Cup, Arsenal overcome Newcastle in extra-time: Records broken

FA Cup holders Arsenal were made to work hard for their victory over Newcastle United in the third round.

#HealthBytes: Benefits of daily meditation for a healthier lifestyle

It may not be wrong to say that meditation is the ultimate treasure trove to happiness and peaceful life.

#HealthBytes: How to get healthy eyebrows, that too at home?

There are umpteen beauty-related facts online, but the most overlooked topic has to be that of eyebrows.

Massive blackout in Pakistan; major cities plunge into darkness

Pakistan witnessed a massive power blackout early on Sunday due to a problem in one section of the grid, officials said.

SCG Test: Australia declare on 312, give India 407-run target

Australia made the declaration on 312/6 in the second session on Day 4 of the ongoing SCG Test.

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Twitter takes down China's 'baby-making machines' tweet on Uighur women

On the morning of January 7, the Chinese Embassy in the United States wrote a post on Twitter demeaning Uighur women.

Attractive offers on Maruti Suzuki cars this January

In a bid to boost sales this new year, Maruti Suzuki is offering great deals on some of its popular cars in India such as the S-Presso, Baleno, Ciaz, and S-Cross.

#HealthBytes: Try these remedies at home to eliminate dark circles

Dark circles are usually a by-product of years of sleepless nights and unhealthy eating habits.

Motorola launches three new mid-tier G-series smartphones in the US

Motorola has unveiled the new-generation Moto G Stylus, G Power, and G Play smartphones in the US for the year 2021.