NewsBytes Briefing: BuzzFeed finally gets Trump, and more
The fine journalists at BuzzFeed saw documents implicating former US President Donald Trump of many terrible things, but quickly deemed them too evil to be seen by their readers. So now we must take their word on the orange man being bad.
Slack emails some users to reset password, wipe app data
Slack, the business communication platform, recently notified some of its users of a serious bug via email. Slack's Android app was accidentally logging users' credentials in plain texts and storing it in the fairly accessible app data directory.
Abhishek Bachchan to start shooting for 'Dasvi' this month
Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who recently celebrated his 45th birthday, is all set to commence shooting for Dasvi.
Massachusetts man accidentally swallows Apple AirPods whilst asleep
Worcester, Massachusetts resident Bradford Gauthier recently woke up with trouble swallowing, and a missing Apple AirPods. His wife and son jokingly suggested he might have swallowed it.
95-year-old former Nazi concentration camp secretary charged over 10,000 murders
A 95-year-old woman, a former secretary at the Stutthof Nazi concentration camp, has been charged with complicity in murders of as many as 10,000 people, said German prosecutors on Friday.
Realme C2 gets Android 10-based Realme UI stable update
Realme has started releasing the Android 10-based Realme UI update for the C2 model. The firmware brings all the goodies of Android 10 along with the January 2021 Android security patch.
Tata Tiago to get new Arizona Blue color variant: Report
Tata Motors is expected to launch a new Arizona Blue color option for its Tiago hatchback, as per RushLane. This shade will be introduced by February-end and it will replace the Tectonic Blue color scheme.
Premier League, Aston Villa beat Arsenal 1-0: Records broken
Aston Villa saw off Arsenal 1-0 in gameweek 23 of the Premier League 2020-21 season on Saturday.
'Playing like that in Indian conditions incredible', Stokes hails Root
England all-rounder Ben Stokes lavished praise on captain Joe Root for his incredible innings against India.
New-generation Mahindra XUV500 found testing, design highlights revealed
Mahindra & Mahindra is expected to launch the updated XUV500 in India in the coming months. In the latest development, the SUV has been spotted testing on the hilly terrains of Himachal Pradesh, revealing some of its design features.
Motorola G40 tipped to be launched in India this month
Motorola will launch an affordable 5G smartphone in India later this month, according to a tip-off by tipster Mukul Sharma. The handset could be called Moto G40, which is codenamed Ibiza.
Volkswagen Taigun spied testing, expected to arrive in mid-2021
Volkswagen is expected to launch the Taigun SUV in India in mid-2021. In the latest development, a test mule of the car has been spotted testing (via MotorBeam) on the road, revealing some of its features.
Jameela Jamil allegedly receives rape threats for supporting farmers' protest
British actress Jameela Jamil has taken to Instagram to share a message on the online harassment and threats that she has been facing since speaking up about the ongoing farmers' protest in India.
'Radhe Shyam' pre-teaser out: Prabhas looks hopelessly in love
The makers of one of Prabhas's most-anticipated movies of the year - Radhe Shyam - released a pre-teaser of the upcoming film on Saturday, and we bet you'll fall in love with it.
New antibody cocktail 100% effective in blocking symptomatic COVID-19 infections
Clinical trials at the University of Virginia (UVA) have suggested an antibody cocktail treatment being tested at UVA Health and other sites was 100% effective in preventing symptomatic COVID-19 infections among those exposed to the virus.
Nokia 5.4 'coming soon' in India, confirms Flipkart
HMD Global's latest budget-range smartphone, the Nokia 5.4, is expected to go official in India soon. In the latest development, Flipkart has activated a teaser page for the device, revealing that it is "coming soon."
Hyundai Creta E (diesel) variant delisted in India: Details here
Hyundai has removed the entry-level E (diesel) model of the Creta SUV from its official website in India.
Priyanka Chopra's old Juhu home now belongs to Jacqueline Fernandez
Jacqueline Fernandez's hunt for a new home has finally ended.
India vs England, Chennai Test: Interesting stats from Day 2
England maintained their dominance over India on Day 2 of the ongoing Chennai Test.
India vs England, 1st Test: Key takeaways from Day 2
The England cricket team dominated the proceedings on Day 2 of the first Test against India at the Chepauk Stadium.
TV actor Nakuul Mehta, wife Jankee Parekh welcome baby boy
Ishqbaaaz fame actor Nakuul Mehta and his wife, singer Jankee Parekh have welcomed their first child, a baby boy.
Take trading, investment to next level with SquadTrader
To help people find the best all-in-one trading platform in the market, we bring to you Squadtrader.com, developed as a cost-effective trading experience through which Squad traders, both new or experienced, can make the most profit by investing equally.
Noval India: Pushing boundaries with sustainable waste management systems
Siva Sankar, an IIM Kozhikode alumnus, is setting an example for waste management systems in India. At the helm of Noval Sustainability founded in 2013, Sankar has pioneered a unique model for waste management called Greenlease, besides being the turnkey contractor for large slaughterhouse waste-to-protein extraction plants in Kerala.
Sunny Leone questioned by Kerala Police in cheating case
Actor-model Sunny Leone was questioned by the Crime Branch of Kerala Police on Friday evening, acting on a complaint filed by a person alleging that she has duped him of Rs. 29 lakh.
What should we know about country chic kitchens
Also referred as "shabby chic" or "French country design," country chic kitchens have gained quite a lot of popularity in the past few years.
Smith and Mooney win Australia's 'Player of the Year' awards
Steve Smith and Beth Mooney took the top prizes at this year's Australian Cricket Awards.
2021 MG Hector becomes costlier in India by Rs. 10,000
MG Motor has raised the prices of its facelifted Hector SUV in India in less than a month of its arrival in the country. With the latest price-revision, the hi-end Smart and Sharp trims have become costlier by Rs. 10,000.
Mahindra Thar bags over 39,000 bookings, automatic variant in demand
Mahindra Thar has been receiving an overwhelming response in India since its launch in October last year. The total bookings for the flagship off-roader have crossed 39,000 in India.
Trump was offered 40 percent stake in Parler, claims report
According to documents claimed to have been seen by BuzzFeed News, the Trump Organization was in talks with free-speech platform Parler, allegedly during Donald Trump's presidential term.
Premier League, Liverpool vs Manchester City: Their rivalry in stats
Premier League champions Liverpool host leaders Manchester City in a crunch encounter on Sunday.
India vs England: Stokes departs, Root completes a historic double-ton
England captain Joe Root went on to slam a historic double-century in Test cricket, second in less than a month.
Farmers' Nationwide 'Chakka Jam': Cops detain protesters in Pune, Bengaluru
The nationwide chakka jam by farmers protesting the three contentious farm laws began at 12:00pm on Saturday as protesters blocked state and national highways across India.
India vs England, Joe Root smashes double-century: Records broken
England cricket team skipper Joe Root smashed a fifth double-century in Test cricket and a first against India in the ongoing first Test in Chennai.
India vs England: Decoding stats of Ben Stokes against India
Star all-rounder Ben Stokes fell short of scoring his 11th hundred in the ongoing Chennai Test against India.
Hero MotoCorp's Q3 profit jumps 23% to Rs. 1,084 crore
Hero MotoCorp has reported a net profit of Rs. 1,084 crore for the quarter ending December 31, translating to a 23.2% year-on-year increase.
BookMyShow Stream: All you should know about the new streamer
Popular ticket booking company BookMyShow has entered the streaming business with the launch of its all-new video-on-demand service BookMyShow Stream.
Samsung Galaxy A12 will make its Indian debut next week
Samsung is gearing up to launch its budget-friendly Galaxy A12 model in India next week, according to MySmartPrice. To recall, the handset was announced in Europe last November.
Supreme Court issues another notice to 'Mirzapur's makers
The legal problems for the makers of Mirzapur do not seem to be ending, as the Supreme Court on Friday issued another notice to them.
Mumbai court seeks progress report on probe against Kangana Ranaut
A magistrate court in Mumbai has asked the Amboli Police to submit a progress report of the inquiry it had directed against actor Kangana Ranaut and her sister over alleged hateful posts on social media.
2021 MG ZS EV to be launched on February 8
MG Motor will launch the 2021 iteration of the ZS EV in India on February 8.
Congress leader Kamal Nath's cousin, sister-in-law murdered in Greater Noida
On Friday, a distant cousin of former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Kamal Nath was found murdered inside his home in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The deceased, Narendra Nath, was 70 years old.
Maserati launches 2021 Ghibli in India at Rs. 1.15 crore
As its first hybrid car in India, Italian carmaker Maserati has launched the Ghibli sedan in the country at a starting price of Rs. 1.15 crore. It comes in four variants: Base, GranSport, GranLusso, and Trofeo.
Citroen to commence pre-bookings for C5 Aircross in March 2021
Citroen's first product in India, the C5 Aircross, is expected to be launched in the country in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the company has confirmed that the pre-bookings for the car will begin in March this year.
India vs England: Root, Stokes tire out the Indian bowlers
England captain Joe Root and all-rounder Ben Stokes held off the Indian bowlers in the first session of Day 2 of the ongoing Chennai Test.
Manchester United vs Everton: Head-to-head, stats and form guide
Manchester United will be aiming to maintain the pressure on leaders Manchester City when they take on Everton in gameweek 23 of the Premier League 2020-21 season.
Ahead of launch, Mi 11's global prices leaked
Xiaomi is all set to launch the Mi 11 handset in the international market on February 8. Now, 91mobiles has shared the phone's prices for the European countries.
Benelli Imperiale 400 becomes cheaper by Rs. 10,000
Italian automaker Benelli has reduced the prices of its Imperiale 400 motorcycle in India. Following the price-revision, the bike has become cheaper by Rs. 10,000 and now costs Rs. 1.89 lakh.
Arjun Tendulkar registers for IPL auction, Mitchell Starc opts out
A total of 1097 players, including 814 Indian and 283 overseas players, have registered for the IPL 2021 auction.
India will begin vaccinating those above 50 from March
Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan informed the Lok Sabha on Friday that those aged 50 and above will get the coronavirus vaccine from March.
Farmers' protest: Three-hour nationwide 'chakka jam'; Delhi, UP, Uttarakhand excluded
An umbrella body of Farmers protesting against the three contentious farm laws has announced that farmers across the country will be observing a three-hour chakka jam, from 12:00pm to 3:00pm on Saturday.
Seeking data of 'toolkit' creators, Delhi Police writes to Google
On Friday, Delhi Police wrote to Google and other social media giants seeking information about the creators of the "toolkit," that was shared by Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg this week in connection with the farmers' protests.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 10.81 million with 11K+ new cases
India on Friday reported over 11,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 10.81 million cases.
Starlink passes 10,000 users, counters objections to FCC funding
Lobbyists for small Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the US are urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to investigate SpaceX's Starlink program.
#ComicBytes: The worst members of the Avengers, Earth's Mightiest Heroes
Earth's mightiest heroes can be mediocre too.
Realme V11 5G, with MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset, launched
Expanding its range of budget smartphones, Realme has launched the V11 5G handset in China.
Anurag Kashyap's 'Dev.D' turns 12: Some lesser-known facts
When the task at hand is to adapt a classic like Devdas for modern-day sensibilities, trust the maverick Anurag Kashyap to take the challenge and master it.
Volkswagen ID.6 electric SUV pictures leaked, design details revealed
Volkswagen will announce its ID.6 electric SUV in the coming days.
SAG Awards: Nominations announced, Golden Globes snub given recognition
The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards has announced the nominations for the 2021 slate.
NewsBytes Briefing: Google learns blackmailing Australia doesn't work, and more
They say it doesn't hurt to try, but Google will beg to differ; especially, if that involves blackmailing entire countries.
Prior to launch in India, BS6 CFMoto 300NK motorbike teased
Ahead of its launch in India, Chinese automaker CFMoto has teased the BS6-compliant version of its 300NK motorcycle.
After nearly 2 years, 4G mobile internet restored in J&K
The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday announced that 4G mobile internet services will be restored across the union territory.
Google reportedly developing Android feature mimicking Apple's App Tracking Transparency
Google is reportedly working on an anti-tracking feature for Android. The solution could be similar to the one coming with iOS 14.5, but less strict.
Huge discounts offered on Tata Motors cars this February
In a bid to boost sales, various automakers have announced offers across their product range. Tata Motors is one such brand, which has offered discounts up to Rs. 65,000 on its models, including the Tiago, Tigor, Nexon, and Harrier.
Right thing should be done: Salman Khan on farmers' protest
Of late, Bollywood celebrities have been actively sharing their opinion on the ongoing farmers' protest.
After pandemic warning, Bill Gates warns about climate change, bioterrorism
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has warned the world about the next disaster. Gates said bioterrorism and climate change could be the next biggest threats to humanity.
TVS launches iQube e-scooter at Rs. 1.08 lakh in Delhi
After launching it in Bengaluru, TVS has now introduced its sole electric scooter, the iQube in Delhi.
India vs England: 'Century in 100th Test special', says Root
England skipper Joe Root made his 100th Test appearance memorable after slamming his 20th century.
SC grants relief to Sonu Sood against BMC's notice
The Supreme Court on Friday granted relief to actor Sonu Sood who had moved the top court against an order by the Bombay High Court, dismissing his case against the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) notice.
All you need to know about the 'Chakka jam' tomorrow
Farmers protesting against the central government's new agricultural reforms have planned a countrywide road blockade or 'chakka jam' on Saturday (February 6).
Apple rumored to be working on a $3,000-worth VR headset
As if VR headsets weren't expensive enough, Apple is now rumored to raise the bar even higher. The iPhone maker is expected to launch a $3,000-worth virtual reality headset as early as next year, with a mind-boggling 8K resolution per eye.
'The Family Man' season 2 delayed till summer, makers confirm
The creators of Amazon Prime Video's hit web show The Family Man, Raj and DK have announced that the second season of the series has been delayed.
Akshay Kumar to start Aanand Rai's 'Raksha Bandhan' in April
After working together on Atrangi Re, Akshay Kumar and director Aanand L Rai have teamed up for a second time for Raksha Bandhan.
Samsung A52 4G to offer 15W fast-charging, FCC certification reveals
Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy A52 4G handset soon. In the latest development, the phone has reportedly been listed on the FCC certification site.
India vs England, 1st Test: Key takeaways from Day 1
The England cricket team will be satisfied after dominating the scenes on a slow Chepauk pitch in the first Test against India.
India vs England, 1st Test: Interesting stats from Day 1
Joe Root and Dominic Sibley dominated the show on Day 1 of the ongoing first Test against India at Chepauk.
PayPal will shut down domestic payments business in India
PayPal will be shutting down its domestic payment services from April 1. The move will not affect international transactions, as small and large Indian businesses can continue to receive/send money from/to their international contacts.
US House votes to punish Republican congresswoman over controversial remarks
The United States House of Representatives on Thursday voted to expel Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene from two high-profile committees over her incendiary remarks.
Madhya Pradesh: Four-year-old raped and killed by aunt's rapist
A four-year-old was raped and murdered in Madhya Pradesh by a man, who was recently released from jail after spending six months there on charges of raping the deceased's aunt.
Art Salazar and his journey: From pitcher to a leader
Baseball is one of the world's favorite pastimes. Many little boys grow up playing the sport with hopes of making it to the professional leagues one day. This is certainly true for Art Salazar.
Why sourcing the right supplier can be beneficial for businesses?
When sourcing a supplier for your business, search engines provide comfort as long as you have a search term.
India vs England, 1st Test: Joe Root smashes 20th century
England skipper Joe Root smashed a defining century against Team India on Day 1 of the first Test in Chennai.
Manaf Koudmani: Young entrepreneur willing to soar high on success
At the age of 20 years, Manaf Koudmani is a very dynamic and enthusiastic businessman. He understands the competition and has proved his versatility.
Yung Gecko on independent musicians and labels
Yung Gecko, who is currently enjoying the success of his projects, Time and Spain released in November and December 2020 respectively, says that musicians rushing to be signed by labels at the beginning of their careers lose control over their music.
Kartik Aaryan in talks with Hansal Mehta for next film
Kartik Aaryan is on a spree of signing projects.
Factors to look for when hiring a commercial cleaning company
When we talk about work productivity, we must admit that one of the most significant factors that affect the productivity of the employees is the working environment, or, to be more specific, their office.
'Natkhat' in Oscars race: Vidya Balan shares snippet from movie
Bollywood actor Vidya Balan's short film Natkhat has entered the race for Oscars 2021 in the Best Short Film category.
2021 Suzuki Hayabusa, with refreshed design and new features, unveiled
Japanese automaker Suzuki has unveiled the 2021 iteration of its Hayabusa fully-faired motorbike. It comes in three dual-tone color options.
#NewsBytesExplainer: The numbers behind Tottenham's struggle in the Premier League
Jose Mourinho generally shines in his second season at a club in the Premier League.
India vs England, 1st Test: Sibley, Root steady the innings
Opener Dominic Sibley and skipper Joe Root were on the charge in the second session on Day 1 of the ongoing first Test against India.
All government cars to be electric in 6 months: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday announced that all cars hired by his government will be electric in the next six months.
Farmers being instigated: Agriculture Minister in Parliament
Amid massive protests against three farm reforms, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Friday said farmers are being instigated and that the agitation is limited to just one state.
Google launches News Showcase in Australia. Signs of compromise?
Google has announced the launch of its News Showcase in Australia. The program will feature news snippets from partner media outlets in the country.
Toyota is 2020's most searched car brand: Details here
As per a report by Burrow, Toyota overtook BMW to become the world's most searched car brand, beating the top 20 famous automakers, in 2020.
Sensex breaches the 51,000-mark; Nifty surges past 15,000
Benchmark indices made history on Friday, just before Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shakitkanta Das announced the decisions of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC).
Liverpool barred from playing Champions League game in Germany
In a huge development, Germany won't allow Liverpool to play their scheduled Champions League game at Leipzig on February 16.
Netflix releases exciting trailer for 'Pacific Rim: The Black' anime
The battle between human technology and kaijus (read titanic monsters) just got an anime upgrade!
Audi to reveal its e-tron GT car on February 9
Audi will showcase the production-ready version of its e-tron GT vehicle on February 9. It should be available in two variants- standard and RS.
Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards 2020 winners announced
Bringing some much-needed respite from the coronavirus pandemic, Nickelodeon India announced the winners of the Kids Choice Awards 2020 on Thursday, February 4.
Football superstar Neymar turns 29: Here are his career achievements
Football superstar Neymar has turned 29 today. The Paris Saint-Germain forward is one of the leading footballers in world football and his achievements have been telling.
Supreme Court grants interim bail to comedian Munawar Faruqui
The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim bail to stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui, who was arrested last month for allegedly hurting religious sentiments by mocking Hindu deities.
India vs England, 1st Test: England lose two wickets
England were off to a steady start after electing to bat on Day 1 of the first Test against India in Chennai.
Motorola Ibiza appears on Geekbench with Android 11, 6GB RAM
Motorola's upcoming budget handset, the Ibiza, is in the works, and will be launched soon. In the latest development, the phone has been spotted on Geekbench, revealing some of its specifications.
Cristiano Ronaldo turns 36: Here are his career achievements
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo is celebrating his 36th birthday today.
'The White Tiger': Priyanka, Adarsh feature on BAFTA 2021 longlist
Ramin Bahrani-directorial The White Tiger has earned several spots in the longlist for this year's British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) 2021, which was announced on Thursday.
Premier League, Chelsea beat Tottenham 1-0: Records broken
Chelsea won their second successive Premier League match under new boss Thomas Tuchel as they beat Tottenham Hotspur 1-0.
Repo rate untouched, 10.5% GDP growth predicted in 2021-22
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to leave key rates unchanged, Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Friday, in his first address after the Union Budget was presented on Monday.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar turns 31: A look at his major feats
Despite his injury issues, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is always looked upon as a dependable fast bowler across formats.
Opposition tears into Centre over farm reforms; Lok Sabha adjourned
Bedlam continued inside the Lok Sabha on Thursday and in the Rajya Sabha, the Opposition berated the Centre over the three agricultural reforms and the farmers' agitation, which has been continuing since November.
India vs England: Joe Root features in his 100th Test
England skipper Joe Root has become the 15th England cricketer to feature in 100 Test matches.
India vs England, 1st Test: England elect to bat
England have won the toss and elected to bat in the first Test at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai.
Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 10.8 million with 12K+ new cases
India on Thursday reported over 12,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 10.8 million cases.
#ComicBytes: Interesting facts about the Avengers, Earth's mightiest heroes
Avengers are the first line of defense against the most powerful threats in the Marvel Universe.
Samsung's A32 5G, with Dimensity 720 chipset, arrives in Thailand
Samsung has launched the budget-friendly Galaxy A32 5G model in Thailand. The handset carries a price-tag of THB 9,999 (roughly Rs. 24,300) and is already available for purchase.
11 years of 'Striker': Interesting facts about the movie
Playing carrom was a childhood staple for many of us, but what happens when it becomes more than just a game?
Samsung Galaxy A51 receives Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update
Samsung has started releasing the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update for its Galaxy A51.
Happy birthday Abhishek Bachchan: His five best performances
Abhishek Bachchan is one such star of Bollywood who has often experimented with his roles during the past two decades.
Ahead of launch, 2021 Ford Equator SUV spied testing
The 2021 Ford Equator SUV will be launched in China in the coming weeks.
