Tsunami warning sounded after 7.7 magnitude earthquake jolts South Pacific
A tsunami warning has been sounded for New Zealand, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and other nations in the South Pacific after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit the region on Thursday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said.
NewsBytes Briefing: Twitter won't block politicians unless Trump, and more
While Twitter found it easy to engineer regime change in the USA, India is proving to be a lot more resilient.
Kriti Sanon reunites with Tiger Shroff for 'Ganapath'
Kriti Sanon and Tiger Shroff are all set to star together for a second time with the upcoming action thriller Ganapath.
India, China start disengagement along Pangong lake: Chinese Defense Ministry
In a major breakthrough in efforts to resolve the months-long Indo-China border conflict, China's Defense Ministry announced that both Indian and Chinese troops have started the disengagement process from the north and south banks of Pangong Lake in eastern Ladakh.
Krunal Pandya to lead Baroda in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020/21
Indian all-rounder Krunal Pandya will lead the Baroda squad in the impending Vijay Hazare Trophy, starting February 20.
Australia, New Zealand set to tour Bangladesh for T20Is
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), on Wednesday, announced the nation will host a three-match T20I series against Australia and New Zealand in September-October 2021.
Mi 10 5G spotted on TENAA, design and specifications revealed
Xiaomi is working to introduce a 5G version of the Mi 10 handset soon. In the latest development, the phone has been spotted on TENAA with model number M2102J2SC.
#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Tab S7+ available with benefits worth Rs. 18,600
If you are planning to own or gift a premium tablet, this might be a good deal for you. Samsung is offering an attractive discount of Rs. 5,000 on the Galaxy Tab S7+ along with Rs. 3,600 off with Referral Advantage voucher.
2021 Toyota Land Cruiser 300's leaked images reveal key details
Japanese automaker Toyota is expected to unveil the 2021 version of its Land Cruiser 300 SUV by mid-2021. In the latest development, pictures of the car have leaked, revealing its key highlights.
OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro's battery details leaked
OnePlus is expected to launch the 9 and 9 Pro flagship handsets sometime around March this year.
iQOO 7 to debut in India by end of March
Vivo's sub-brand iQOO will launch its latest flagship smartphone, the iQOO 7, in India by the end of March, according to tipster Debayan Roy. To recall, it was announced in China last month.
Biological E aiming for 600 million J&J vaccine doses annually
Hyderabad-based pharmaceutical firm Biological E Ltd. is reportedly looking to contract-manufacture 600 million annual doses of the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Johnson & Johnson.
Michelle Obama's new Netflix show is 'all about good food'
Former First Lady Michelle Obama is set to launch a new show on Netflix.
Indian Motorcycles reveals 2022 Chief line-up to celebrate 100th anniversary
Celebrating 100 years of the iconic Chief model, Indian Motorcycles has unveiled three new models, namely, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Bobber Dark Horse, and Super Chief Limited. The line-up starts at $16,999 (roughly Rs. 12.38 lakh).
Lenovo K13's design and specifications revealed
Lenovo is working on a new K13 model which will be launched in the coming weeks as a successor to the budget-friendly K12. In the latest development, 91mobiles has shared renders and key specifications of the phone.
POCO sells 1.5 lakh units of M3 in first sale
POCO sold over 1.5 lakh units of the M3 model in its first sale on February 9, the company has announced. The next sale will be held on February 16 at 12 pm via Flipkart.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Why Rohit Sharma's form is essential for Team India?
Opener Rohit Sharma featured in the first Test against England that India lost by 227 runs.
Late actor Rajiv Kapoor's chautha canceled due to safety reasons
A chautha or prayer ceremony for late actor Rajiv Kapoor will not be held due to safety reasons keeping the coronavirus pandemic in mind.
Oscars: Academy releases shortlisted titles for nine categories
Advancing toward the deadline of April 25 when the 93rd Academy Awards will be held, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed the shortlisted titles for nine categories.
Bajaj to launch Pulsar 180 naked roadster in India
As an addition to its product portfolio in India, Bajaj Auto will launch a new Pulsar 180 naked roadster motorcycle soon.
Realme Race could arrive in India as Realme GT
Realme is gearing up to launch its Race model in China in the coming weeks.
MG Hector's CVT variant to be launched on February 11
MG Motor is all set to introduce a CVT automatic variant of the Hector SUV in India on February 11.
Need to probe mutant strain's presence in Kerala, Maharashtra: Guleria
Dr. Randeep Guleria, the Director of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, indicated that Kerala and Maharashtra could be hit by a mutant strain of coronavirus.
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Bengal election dates likely after February 15
The Election Commission will likely announce the poll schedule for five states and union territories after February 15.
Twitter mulls giving control of newsfeed back to the masses
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey may have committed high heresy in the eyes of his Big Tech peers. He envisioned giving people back the control of their newsfeed during the recent earnings call.
Australian Open 2021: Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams progress
Men's world number one Novak Djokovic advanced to the third round of the Australian Open 2021 in Melbourne.
Government responds to Twitter's 'freedom of expression' blog on Koo
Twitter, pulled up by the Indian government for failing to comply with its orders, on Wednesday released a verbose blog highlighting the measures it took and didn't take in the recent days, only to receive a scathing response from the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) on Koo, the homegrown alternative of the micro-blogging website.
Ford rejigs variants of Figo, Aspire, and Freestyle in India
American automaker Ford has rejigged the variants of its Figo, Freestyle, and Aspire cars in India.
Samsung Galaxy F62 to pack a 7,000mAh battery, confirms Flipkart
Samsung is all set to announce its Galaxy F62 model in India on February 15. In the latest development, Flipkart has updated its microsite to reveal that the handset will pack a massive 7,000mAh battery.
'Jallikattu,' India's entry to Oscars, is out of the race
Malayalam movie Jallikattu, India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards 2021, has failed to make it to the list of the 15 features that will be competing for a spot in the final five.
IPL 2021: RCB appoint Sanjay Bangar as batting consultant
The Royal Challengers Bangalore have appointed Sanjay Bangar as a batting consultant for the Indian Premier League 2021 season.
India vs England: Decoding Kohli's performance in Tests since 2019
Team India skipper Virat Kohli managed 11 and 72 in the recently concluded first Test against England.
Vasid Qureshi's tips for entrepreneurial success
Vasid Qureshi is a young entrepreneur from Ahmedabad, India making his name on the internet as one of the top marketing gurus.
Triumph to unveil its 2021 Bonneville range on February 23
Triumph has released a teaser video stating that its 2021 Bonneville range of motorcycles, which includes the Street Twin, Speed Twin, Bonneville Speedmaster, Bonneville T100, Bonneville T120, and Bonneville Bobber, will be unveiled on February 23.
SC stays further dismantling of decommissioned aircraft carrier INS Viraat
The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed further dismantling of the decommissioned aircraft carrier INS Viraat.
Renault KIGER to be launched in India on February 15
Renault has announced that it will launch its KIGER compact SUV in India on February 15 and the deliveries will commence from March.
ICC Test Rankings: Root enters top three, Kohli slips
England captain Joe Root has entered the top three in the latest ICC Test Rankings for Batsmen.
Jared Leto's Joker emerges from blurred vision to ominous clarity
Spoil yourself only if you want to know more about this facade of Joker brimming with inevitable danger.
Decoding numbers of James Anderson in Test cricket
Pace spearhead James Anderson gave an ideal exhibition of reverse swing in England's latest Test victory against India at the Chepauk Stadium.
What should be India's starting XI for the second Test?
The Indian cricket team was beaten by a 227-run margin in the first Test against England in Chennai.
Mock Space Shuttle Pathfinder lowered for restoration after 30 years
NASA's early mockup of the Pathfinder Space Shuttle orbiter was lowered from its outdoor display in Huntsville, Alabama on Monday. The model will undergo a multi-year, multi-million-dollar restoration.
Nokia 5.4, 3.4 launched; prices start at Rs. 12,000
Expanding its portfolio of affordable smartphones, HMD Global has launched the Nokia 5.4 and 3.4 handsets in India. The phones will go on sale from February 17 and February 20, respectively.
Anita Hassanandani and Rohit Reddy blessed with a baby boy
Television actress Anita Hassanandani and her husband Rohit Reddy welcomed their first child on Tuesday. The good news was shared on social media by the doting new father.
'Allen v. Farrow' to feature sexual-abuse allegations against Woody Allen
Woody Allen and his ex-partner Mia Farrow's much-publicized battle over the sexual abuse allegations leveled against him will be explored in an upcoming docuseries. It will be out on February 21.
Komaki SE electric scooter launched in India at Rs. 96,000
Delhi-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer Komaki has launched its Komaki SE scooter.
Redmi Note 10 series to be launched in early March
Redmi Note 10 series, which was speculated to go official today, will be announced in early March, the company has confirmed.
Twitter's stock hits 52-week high after posting $1 billion quarter
Microblogging website Twitter posted a sizable $1 billion quarter, which is also the second time it has hit this mark. The resulting market frenzy propelled the stock value up four percent in after-hours trading, sending it to a 52-week high.
Days after Uttarakhand disaster, rescue personnel enter Tapovan tunnel
Late last night, nearly 60 hours after a flash flood shook Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, rescue teams managed to enter the 2.5-km-long Tapovan tunnel, where 25-35 people are still trapped.
Bird flu resurfaces in Delhi zoo; seven samples return positive
A confirmed case of bird flu has been reported from the National Zoological Park, or the Delhi Zoo, located in the National Capital.
Top 100 wilful defaulters owe Rs. 84,632 crore to banks
The amount of money that the top 100 wilful defaulters owe banks increased in FY20, as compared to a year earlier. The defaulters owe Rs. 84,632 crore to lenders, up from FY19's figure of Rs. 80,344 crore.
This laptop by Expanscape has seven screens
London-based company Expanscape has created a seven-screen laptop prototype called the Aurora 7. The meaty laptop weighs 12 kilograms, packs four 4K displays and three smaller screens.
Realme X7 Pro 5G goes on sale today via Flipkart
Realme's newly-launched mid-range smartphone, the X7 Pro 5G, is all set to go on sale for the first time in India today i.e. February 10 at 12 pm via Flipkart.
Audi reveals its e-tron GT sedan, claims 488km range
Audi has revealed its new electric car, the e-tron GT sedan. It is offered in two versions of e-tron GT Quattro and RS e-tron GT.
Tendulkar, Lara to feature in Road Safety World Series T20
Legends Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara will be back in action as the Road Safety World Series T20 gets underway in Raipur from March 2 to 21.
La Liga, Real Madrid beat Getafe 2-0: Records broken
Real Madrid closed the gap on La Liga leaders Atletico after beating Getafe 2-0.
Dual citizenship not under consideration, MHA tells Lok Sabha
The Indian government is not considering any proposal that allows dual citizenship, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) told the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, implying that the existing rules which forbid people from holding Indian citizenship along with a citizenship of a foreign nation will stay.
Netflix series 'Bombay Begums' gets a release date
Netflix's upcoming original series Bombay Begums is all set to release on March 8, 2021.
FA Cup: Manchester United beat West Ham to reach quarter-finals
An extra-time goal by substitute Scott McTominay powered Manchester United to a 1-0 victory over West Ham United in the FA Cup fifth round.
Juventus reach Coppa Italia final after 2-1 win on aggregate
Italian league champions Juventus reached the final of the Coppa Italia after a 2-1 aggregate win over Inter Milan.
Senate declares Donald Trump's second impeachment constitutional
The second impeachment trial of former United States President Donald Trump is constitutional, the Senate said on Tuesday, allowing the proceedings to begin.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 10.85 million with 10K+ new cases
India on Tuesday reported more than 10,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 10.85 million cases.
Happy birthday, Emma Roberts! Here are her best performances
Emma Roberts is perhaps the safest choice for a Hollywood casting director if the project demands an easy-to-go person with serious acting chops.
Four years of 'Jolly LLB 2': Some interesting facts
Akshay Kumar-starrer Jolly LLB 2 tackled the issue of a fake encounter and its legal aftermath.
Production of Renault KIGER SUV commences, launch in India soon
Renault is expected to launch its KIGER compact SUV in India next month and its bookings should commence soon.
HTC Wildfire E Lite, with MediaTek Helio A20 chipset, announced
HTC has launched its latest entry-level smartphone, the Wildfire E Lite, in Russia and South Africa.
Nine years of 'Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu'
It has been nine years since Shakun Batra's directorial debut Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu hit screens, but the new-age romantic comedy still feels fresh.
Samsung Galaxy M30s 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 M30s.
NewsBytes Briefing: Apple pulls a Xiaomi with advertisements, and more
Apple had recently taken great pains to warn us about its evil Big Tech brethren and their evil advertisements. Looks like it forgot to heed its own warnings.
WHO team probing coronavirus origins identifies two 'most likely' scenarios
A team of World Health Organization (WHO) experts investigating the origin of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 in China has identified two "most likely" scenarios.
Uttarakhand flood: Death toll climbs to 31; rescue operations continue
The death toll in the Uttarakhand flash flood has risen to 31 as five more dead bodies were recovered, authorities said on Tuesday.
Angelina Jolie is loving the 'good crazy' after joining MCU
Angelina Jolie, who will be playing the role of Thena in the upcoming MCU phase 4 movie, Eternals, is loving the "good crazy" of joining a superhero franchise.
Motorola releases Android 10 update for G8 Play
Motorola has started rolling out the Android 10 update for its G8 Play model in Brazil. It is similar to the one released for the One Macro phone in India last month.
Prior to launch, Citroen CC21 micro crossover spied testing
French automaker Citroen is expected to launch its new micro crossover (codenamed CC21) in India around mid-year.
Ford S-MAX Hybrid MPV launched in the UK: Details here
American automaker Ford has launched the S-MAX Hybrid MPV in the UK. It comes in three variants- Titanium, ST-Line, and Vignale.
Redmi Note 10 series to debut on February 10
Redmi is all set to announce its all-new Note 10 series of smartphones in India on February 10 at 10:10 am, according to a teaser video shared by Xiaomi India MD Manu Kumar Jain.
Mi 11 Lite bags Bluetooth SIG certification, launch imminent
Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Mi 11 Lite smartphone in the coming months. In the latest development, the handset has been certified by the Bluetooth SIG, hinting at its imminent launch.
Sara Ali Khan to play the lead in 'Baaghi 4'?
Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan, who was last seen in Coolie No. 1, has reportedly been roped in to play the lead role opposite Tiger Shroff in Baaghi 4.
Redmi 8A Dual receives MIUI 12 update in India
Xiaomi has started releasing the MIUI 12 update for its Redmi 8A Dual model in India.
Will marry Pavitra Punia if all goes well: Eijaz Khan
The Bigg Boss house has once again played cupid, this time for TV actors Eijaz Khan and Pavitra Punia.
Datsun announces attractive deals on its cars this February
In a bid to accelerate sales, Datsun is offering discounts of up to Rs. 40,000 across its product range in India, including the redi-GO, Go, and GO+ models.
Mahindra XUV300 petrol AMT review: Better than the manual?
With increasing competition in the subcompact SUV space, Mahindra could not have chosen a better time to launch the automatic variant of XUV300 (petrol).
New labor codes may allow 4-day workweeks, free medical check-ups
Under its new labor codes, the central government has proposed companies to allow the option of four-day workweeks, Labour and Employment Secretary Apurva Chandra said on Monday.
Australian Open 2021: Key details of the first round
Day 2 of the Australian Open kept pace with Monday as several top performances were witnessed in the first round.
Honda is offering great deals on its Activa 6G scooter
Honda is offering attractive benefits on its Activa 6G scooter in India, barring the 20th Anniversary Edition variant.
Vikram Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt reunite for horror film 'Cold'
After a successful collaboration on the horror flick Raaz, Vikram Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt are teaming up again after almost two decades.
Specifications and renders of Moto E7 Power, G10, G30 leaked
Motorola is likely to announce three new budget-range smartphones, namely, E7 Power, G10, and G30, in the coming weeks.
No indication of coronavirus in Wuhan before December 2019: WHO
A team of World Health Organization (WHO) probing the origins of coronavirus in Wuhan, China, said on Tuesday that it didn't find any indication of the virus at the epicenter before December 2019.
EA acquires Glu Mobile for $2.1 billion; Eyes mobile games
The Katamari Damacy of the corporate world has assimilated yet another burgeoning video game studio. Electronic Arts has paid a whopping $2 billion for Glu Mobile.
ICC World Test Championship: Table, points and qualification scenarios
England were terrific in the just concluded first Test match against India, winning by 227 runs.
ICC announces BYJU'S as global partner until 2023
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Indian education and learning company BYJU'S as its global partner from 2021 to 2023.
Tamil Nadu: Grand reception welcomes 'Chinnamma' Sasikala after four years
VK Sasikala, a formidable force in Tamil Nadu politics, returned to the state capital Chennai on Monday, after completing a four-year jail sentence in connection to a disproportionate assets case.
Instagram launches Parents Guide children's safety initiative in India
Facebook-owned social platform Instagram launched a Parents Guide on Monday. The 2021 version of the guide aims to inform parents of the safety features available on the platform.
Coming this June: Lisa Haydon announces her third pregnancy
Actor Lisa Haydon has announced her third pregnancy with a heart-warming video on social media.
Deliveries of 2021 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports motorbike begin
Japanese automaker Honda has started deliveries of its 2021 Africa Twin Adventure Sports motorcycle in India. To recall, it was launched in the country in January.
POCO X3 Pro bags BIS certification, launch in India imminent
POCO is gearing up to introduce the X3 Pro model in India soon. In the latest development, the handset, with model number M2102J20SI, has received certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), hinting at its imminent launch in the country.
England script history in Chennai Test: Key learnings
England overcame India in the first of four-match Test series at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Film actor Rajiv Kapoor passes away at 58
Bollywood actor Rajiv Kapoor, the youngest brother of late actor Rishi Kapoor and Randhir Kapoor, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 58 due to a heart attack.
Suzuki Hayabusa to be launched in India in Q2 2021
Suzuki will reportedly launch the 2021 Hayabusa in India in the second quarter of the year. It will be brought here as a Completely Knocked Down (CKD) unit and unofficial bookings for the tourer have already started.
Mi TV Q1 75-inch launched at around Rs. 1.14 lakh
Alongside the Mi 11 flagship phone, Xiaomi has launched its Mi TV Q1 75-inch model in the global market.
PM Modi gets emotional bidding farewell to Ghulam Nabi Azad
The Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Congress party's Ghulam Nabi Azad, is set to retire on February 15.
England outclass India, win the series opener: Match report
Skipper Virat Kohli's 24th Test fifty went in vain as India lost the first Test by 227 runs.
Reddit raises $250 million in Series E funding
Super Bowl advertisements are incredibly pricey, but Reddit seems to have got its money's worth. The self-declared "front page of the internet" has raised a cool $250 million in the latest funding round.
England beat India in first Test: Records broken
England overcame India on Day 5 of the first Test match in Chennai to take a 1-0 lead in the four-match series.
Amid Centre-Twitter row, IT Ministry moves to homegrown platform Koo
The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) has set up an account on Koo, a homegrown platform akin to Twitter after the United States-based company failed to comply with the government's order of blocking some URLs in connection with the farmers' protests.
The unusual story of YouTube star Arun Smoki
Arun, better known as Arun Smoki, is rocking the YouTube platform with his style and mannerisms. Like most people who are enthusiasts, he too has his passion — vehicles.
Apple introduces ads in App Store Search tab. Hypocrisy much?
After pontificating about privacy and the menace of tracking ads, Apple is now deploying advertisements in its App Store app.
2021 Triumph Tiger 850 Sport launched at Rs. 11.95 lakh
As an entry-level model in the Tiger 900 range, British automaker Triumph has launched the 2021 Tiger 850 Sport adventure bike in India.
ASUS ROG Phone 5 spotted on Geekbench, key specifications revealed
As an addition to its portfolio of flagship handsets, ASUS is working to launch the ROG Phone 5. In the latest development, the phone has been spotted on Geekbench, revealing its key specifications.
Lewis Hamilton signs new Mercedes contract: Details here
Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has signed a new one-year contract with Mercedes for the 2021 season.
Arvind Kejriwal's daughter duped of Rs. 34,000 on OLX
Harshita Kejriwal, the only daughter of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, lost Rs. 34,000 in an online scam after she listed a sofa for sale on a website.
Redmi K40 confirmed to be launched on February 25
Redmi will launch the K40 smartphone in China on February 25, the company has confirmed via a Weibo post. The K40 Pro, however, is expected to debut at a later date.
India vs England: James Anderson's heroics see visitors on top
The Indian cricket team is on the verge of losing the first Test against England in Chennai.
Yamaha launches 2021 FZ-FI and FZS-FI motorbikes in India
Japanese automaker Yamaha has launched the 2021 iterations of its FZ-FI and FZS-FI motorcycles in India.
Bayern Munich progress to the FIFA Club World Cup final
Champions League holders Bayern Munich progressed to the FIFA Club World Cup final after beating Al Ahly in Qatar.
Samsung M02's first sale today at 12 pm via Amazon
Samsung's recently-launched budget-friendly smartphone, the Galaxy M02, will go on sale for the first time in India today i.e. February 9 at 12 pm via Amazon.
Face masks, social distancing mandatory in second India-England Test
The spectators will have to wear face masks and maintain social distancing at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium for the second Test between India and England, starting February 13.
Happy Birthday Rahul Roy: Lesser-known facts about the 'Aashiqui' star
Bollywood actor Rahul Roy had a dreamy debut with Mahesh Bhatt's Aashiqui. He became an overnight sensation and soon major production houses joined the queue to sign movies with him.
Glenn McGrath turns 51: A look at his monumental feats
Australian maestro Glenn McGrath is one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time.
Farmers' agitation: Deep Sidhu, accused in R-Day violence case, arrested
Punjabi actor-activist Deep Sidhu, who was accused of orchestrating the violence at Red Fort on Republic Day, has been arrested, Delhi Police said.
PM speaks to Biden, says 'committed to rules-based international order'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday took to Twitter to reveal that he has spoken to United States President Joe Biden. They discussed regional issues and expressed commitment toward "rule-based international order," the Indian leader said, adding that he also congratulated the 78-year-old.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 10.84 million with 8K+ new cases
India on Monday reported more than 8,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 10.84 million cases.
#ComicBytes: Five DC characters who are smarter than Iron Man
Tony Stark is considered to be one of the smartest people in the Marvel Universe. But how does he fare against DC characters?
Ranveer Singh-starrer '83 to release in June: Report
After the central government's decision to allow cinema halls to function with full occupancy, producers are now gearing up to release their pending projects.
2021 Yamaha Aerox 155 scooter launched in Thailand: Details here
Japanese automaker Yamaha has launched the 2021 version of its Aerox 155 scooter in Thailand.
Infinix SMART 5 will be available exclusively via Flipkart
Infinix is all set to introduce its SMART 5 model in India on February 11. In the run-up to the launch event, Flipkart has activated a microsite for the smartphone, revealing that it will be available exclusively via the Walmart-owned e-commerce platform.
Happy birthday Amrita Singh: Her five best performances
Veteran actress Amrita Singh has time and again floored everyone with her stellar performances.
