28 Feb 2021

#HealthBytes: A beginner's guide to working out at home

Working out the muscles of your body is important to keep it healthy, and in today's world where most of us lead a sedentary lifestyle, it is all the more necessary to make a conscious effort to move your body.

Acer refreshes Aspire 7 laptop with AMD Ryzen 5 5500U

Taiwanese PC maker Acer has refreshed its Aspire 7 laptop in India with the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U chipset.

Five types of protein powders that you should know about

Proteins are a vital nutrient for our day-to-day functioning.

2021 Mahindra Scorpio spied testing, 17-inch alloy wheels revealed

Mahindra's upcoming Scorpio SUV is in the works to be launched this year. In the latest development, the car has been spotted testing and the images are doing the rounds online.

#HealthBytes: Don't like orange juice? You're missing these benefits

Fresh orange juice is a beverage that both kids and adults love and it's a delicious drink, which does not require any added sugar.

HangRr, game changer for O2O commerce in fashion brick-and-mortar stores

There's no doubt the retail industry is changing in today's digital world. The very idea upsets some who love to shop at physical stores.

Premier League, Leicester City 1-3 Arsenal: Records broken

Arsenal beat Leicester City 3-1 away in gameweek 26 of the Premier League 2020-21 season on Sunday.

Amitabh Bachchan hints at undergoing surgery for a medical condition

Superstar Amitabh Bachchan has informed his fans that he is going through some medical condition that needs surgery.

Alexei Popyrin wins Singapore Open, secures maiden ATP Tour title

Alexei Popyrin secured his maiden ATP Tour title by winning the Singapore Tennis Open on Sunday.

India vs England: Varun Chakravarthy in doubt for T20Is

The availability of wrist-spinner Varun Chakravarthy for the upcoming T20I series against England is under a cloud.

#HealthBytes: Changes that happen when you stop working out

A day's break from working out could get stretched and before we realize it, we can be left feeling like a newbie at the gym.

Renault KIGER deliveries in India to begin on March 3

Renault's latest offering, the KIGER, will be up for grabs in India starting March 3 at dealerships across the country.

What is gluten intolerance? Its symptoms and foods to avoid

Gluten-free diets are a growing trend, with eateries catering to gluten-intolerant customers with specially customized menus.

These co-morbid conditions are eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations from Monday

Starting Monday, India will begin its second phase of the COVID-19 vaccination drive, inoculating people above the age of 60, and people aged over 45 with co-morbidities.

ICC Test Rankings: Ashwin breaks into top three, Rohit surges

Senior Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has broken into the top three of the ICC Test Rankings for Bowlers.

Tips to help you keep your kids away from gadgets

That excessive screen-time is harmful to kids is a known fact, but the present scenario makes most of us give in to its lure.

Indian Car Of The Year 2021: Hyundai i20 secures victory

The results for India's esteemed car awards are out and the Indian Car of the Year 2021 award has been secured by the Hyundai i20 with 104 points.

Second woman accuses NY Governor Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment

Andrew Cuomo, the Governor of the US state of New York, has been accused of sexual harassment by a second woman.

Not just tea: Five surprising uses and hacks of teabags

Teabags are one of the most common pantry items and there's not much thought that crosses our mind before tossing teabags out after using them.

Want to look taller? These fashion tips will help

Being a petite woman, I have at times caught myself hoping for extra inches because let's face it, there are a few looks that can look flattering only on taller frames.

'I Care A Lot': Rosamund Pike, Peter Dinklage lock horns

It doesn't matter which country you belong to.

Realme GT 5G appears on Geekbench; retail box design revealed

Tech giant Realme is preparing to launch its latest flagship, the GT 5G handset, on March 4. Now, the phone has been spotted on Geekbench, confirming the rumored specifications, including a Snapdragon 888 chipset, 12GB RAM, and Android 11 support.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020/21: A look at Sreesanth's incredible run

Indian bowler S Sreesanth has been on a roll in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020/21.

Bill Gates's book draws attention to billionaires' colossal carbon footprint

Business magnates such as Bill Gates and Roman Abramovich aren't famous for their wealth and business acumen alone. They also happen to be among the world's largest contributors to climate change and ecological imbalance.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020-21: Major records scripted by Mumbai

The Mumbai cricket team has been terrific to watch so far in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020-21 season.

Effective ways to prevent your hands from drying out

Regularly washing our hands and using sanitizers is more so important now than ever.

#MannkiBaat: Aatmanirbhar Bharat is national spirit, says Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the 74th edition of his monthly radio show 'Mann ki Baat'.

India vs England: Ashwin unhappy with definition of 'good surface'

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has slammed the critics for targeting the Motera pitch.

Important manners you must follow while working out in gym

Stepping into the gym can be unnerving if you don't know what needs to be done, the rules to follow, or whom to ask about these specifics.

#HealthBytes: Does music therapy have any benefits at all?

Music has a strong connection with our memories and listening to it is an effective way to uplift our moods.

West Indies vs Sri Lanka, T20Is: Presenting the major details

West Indies and Sri Lanka are all set to face each other for three T20Is, starting March 3.

'GoT' ending still getting trolled; Marvel joins the fun now

Marvel has hit Game of Thrones where it hurts the most—its disappointing ending.

Netflix orders 'Terminator' anime, series to expand parent franchise

Skynet is coming to steal your sleep with futuristic robots in an Anime format now.

Chelsea vs Manchester United: Head-to-head, stats and form guide

Chelsea and Manchester United are all set to face each other in a blockbuster clash in gameweek 26 of the Premier League 2020-21 season on Sunday.

Netflix to pump in $500mn for Korean content this year

Netflix is steadily spreading its branches.

ISRO launches Brazil's Amazonia-1, 18 satellites; first launch of 2021

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday launched the primary satellite Amazonia-1 of Brazil along with 18 co-passenger satellites.

India vs England: ODIs to be played behind closed doors

The three-match ODI series between India and England, scheduled to be played in Pune, has received the green signal from the Maharashtra state government.

Serie A: Cristiano Ronaldo scripts these records against Verona

Cristiano Ronaldo extended his scoring run in Serie A after finding the net against Verona in gameweek 24.

Get smarter by working out! Jean Fallacara's Neuroscience Calisthenics fundamentals

Exercise makes you happy and focused, and working out is one of the best and easy biohacks to prevent you from getting sick. It increases longevity.

STEX honors fourth year in business with special spring discount

STEX, the spot trading platform, and global cryptocurrency exchange is marking its fourth year in business with a special cryptocurrency discount on all USDC Market Sell orders.

#HealthBytes: Microgreens that can be easily grown at home

Microgreens are small plants packed with nutrients and research suggests that they can have up to 9 times more nutritional value than mature greens.

US FDA grants emergency use authorization for J&J's COVID-19 vaccine

The United States government on Saturday granted emergency approval to the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Johnson & Johnson, making it the third vaccine available to the public in the US.

Prince Harry's James Corden interview caused ''disquiet' at Buckingham Palace?

Prince Harry, in a 17-minute-long interview with his buddy-funnyman James Corden, has revealed that he "was stepping back rather than stepping down," from his royal duties, which apparently has caused "disquiet" at the Buckingham Palace.

Samsung Galaxy M31s becomes cheaper; now starts at Rs. 18,500

Samsung Galaxy M31s, which was launched in India in July 2020 has received a price-cut.

Android 11 rolled out for LG V60 ThinQ 5G UW

LG has started rolling out the Android 11 update for its V60 ThinQ 5G UW handset, locked onto Verizon's network in the US.

'Baahubali' writer roped in for 'Sita - The Incarnation'

Veteran screenwriter KV Vijayendra Prasad has been roped in to write the upcoming multilingual film Sita - The Incarnation, makers announced.

BS6 Kawasaki Ninja 300's colors and engine details revealed

Kawasaki has revealed the engine details and color palette of the 2021 Ninja 300 motorbike.

27 Feb 2021

La Liga, Sevilla 0-2 Barcelona: Records broken

FC Barcelona moved to the second spot in La Liga standings after overcoming Sevilla 2-0.

Chrome Incognito case: Judge disturbed by Google's data collection practices

In June 2020, we reported that a class-action lawsuit had been filed against Google. It was caught tracking Chrome users' browsing history and web activity even in the Incognito mode.

Here's how you can register to get vaccinated against COVID-19

India is all set to begin the second phase of its coronavirus vaccination program under which citizens above the age of 60 years and those above 45 but with comorbidities will receive vaccine doses.

Demi Lovato speaks out against gender-reveal parties, calls them 'transphobic'

Demi Lovato, an ardent supporter and member of the LGBT community, recently spoke out against the trend of gender reveal parties.

This is how Nubia Red Magic 6 will look like

The Nubia Red Magic 6 will be launched in China on March 4. Now, the company has shared an image of the handset's rear.

'Gangubai Kathiawadi': Alia Bhatt to lend voice for Bhansali's composition

Alia Bhatt is all set to lend her voice for a song in the upcoming movie Gangubai Kathiawadi.

Cabinet Secretary reviews spike in COVID-19 cases in 8 states

Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba chaired a high-level meeting on Saturday to review the recent spike in COVID-19 positive cases in eight states and Union Territories.

Kovid Mittal walks the ramp with specially-abled children

Fashion is not limited to only one genre or a single category of people. It is for anyone who wants to explore it.

Manchester City secure a 20th successive win: Records broken

Manchester City overcame a resilient West Ham United in gameweek 26 of the Premier League 2020-21 season.

COVID-19 vaccination: Private hospitals can't charge more than Rs. 250/shot

Private hospitals and healthcare facilities participating in the second phase of the country's COVID-19 vaccination drive will be allowed to charge up to Rs. 250 per shot from the beneficiaries, said the Health Ministry on Saturday.

Road Safety World Series T20: All you need to know

Cricketing icons Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, Virender Sehwag and Muttiah Muralitharan among others will once again feature in the Road Safety World Series, starting March 5.

Iga Swiatek wins Adelaide International, captures second career title

Roland Garros champion Iga Swiatek clinched the second title of her career after winning the Adelaide International on Saturday.

2021 Volkswagen Arteon sedan to be launched in India soon?

As part of its India 2.0 plan, German automaker Volkswagen will launch a new car in India besides the Taigun compact crossover.

Anurag Kashyap's daughter Aaliyah opens up about receiving rape threats

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's daughter Aaliyah Kashyap has written a long post on Instagram opening up about allegedly receiving rape threats on social media.

Zain Worldwide acing international success with new music coming soon

Zain Worldwide is a raw talent straight out of the streets of London. Of Pakistani and Indian descent, his number one single Tere Naam released on the biggest Bollywood Platform T-Series and hit millions of views worldwide in just a few weeks.

Pune becomes India's second worst-hit city by COVID-19 after Delhi

Overtaking Bengaluru, Pune has once again emerged as the Indian city with the second-highest number of confirmed COVID-19 cases after a nearly four-month gap due to the recent spike in the coronavirus infections there.

Sweta Verma earn call-up, Shikha Pandey dropped for SA series

Wicket-keeper Sweta Verma and left-handed batsmwoman Yastika Bhatia have earned maiden call-ups to the India women's squad for the impending five-match ODI series against South Africa.

Design of Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 revealed in leaked render

South Korean tech giant Samsung will unveil its new rugged smartphone, the Galaxy XCover 5, in the coming days.

Crystal Bass: Teaching creatives to turn stories into six-figure income

Crystal L Bass is a producer, playwright, director, author, actress, writing coach, and international motivational speaker, from Baltimore.

Yashraj Mukhate speaks on his love for music, viral tunes

Thanks to Yashraj Mukhate's Rasode Me Kaun Tha theme, we know it was Rashi who put the empty cooker on the cooking stove. In recent weeks, Mukhate has treated internet users with several foot-tapping tunes.

Premier League 2020-21: Analyzing the race for the top four

The Premier League 2020-21 season is set to have a fascinating end. With 25 gameweeks gone by, Manchester City look well settled to win the crown.

Hrithik Roshan records statement in fake e-mails case

Actor Hrithik Roshan today arrived at the office of the Mumbai Police Commissioner to record his statement with the Crime Branch in connection with his 2016 complaint about fake emails in his name to fellow actor Kangana Ranaut.

Restrictions on international passenger flights extended until March 31

The prevailing restrictions on international passenger flights have been extended until March 31, India's aviation watchdog Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said in a statement issued on Friday.

Uttar Pradesh: Woman allegedly gang-raped, set on fire in Sitapur

In a horrific incident, a woman has been allegedly gang-raped by a father-son duo and later set on fire in the Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh.

A look at Bayern Munich's 2020-21 season in numbers

After winning multiple trophies in the 2019-20 season, German club Bayern Munich will be aiming to repeat the heroics.

India vs England: Visitors could lodge complaint about Motera pitch

England are planning to lodge a formal complaint to the ICC following their two-day defeat in the third Test.

STEX honors fourth year in business with special spring discount

STEX, the spot trading platform, and global cryptocurrency exchange is marking its fourth year in business with a special cryptocurrency discount on all USDC Market Sell orders.

India vs England: Jasprit Bumrah will not play fourth Test

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been released from Team India's squad ahead of the fourth and final Test.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020-21: Presenting Devdutt Padikkal's terrific numbers

Karnataka batsman Devdutt Padikkal is enjoying a defining spell with the bat in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2020-21 season.

Rhea Chakraborty upset after being dropped from 'Chehre' poster

The makers of Chehre recently dropped the poster announcing that the movie will release on April 9. But it was something else that caught the collective attention of viewers.

Premier League, Leicester vs Arsenal: Head-to-head, stats and form guide

Leicester City take on Arsenal in a cracking encounter on Sunday in gamweweek 26 of the Premier League 2020-21 season.

Salman Khan's art to be showcased with Raja Ravi Varma's

Salman Khan, the Bollywood superstar known for delivering memorable performances, is ecstatic as his artwork Immortals will be showcased at an exhibition in Bengaluru, alongside the paintings of great artists like Raja Ravi Varma, Abanindranath Tagore, and VS Gaitonde.

2021 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 motorbike found testing; design details revealed

Bajaj Auto will launch the 2021 version of its NS160 sports bike in India later this year. In a new development, a test mule of the motorcycle has been spotted testing (via Rushlane), giving us a glimpse into its design elements.

Private hospitals to charge for COVID-19 vaccine: Details here

As India prepares to inoculate people above 60 years and those over 45 years with comorbidities against COVID-19 from March 1, the Centre on Friday said private hospitals would charge up to Rs. 100 for vaccine administration.

Chris Gayle named in WI T20I squad for SL series

Universe Boss Chris Gayle has been named in West Indies T20I squad for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka.

Andhra shocker: Parents sell daughter to fund her sibling's treatment

In a shocking incident, a daily wager couple in Andhra Pradesh allegedly sold their minor daughter for Rs. 10,000 to arrange funds for the medical treatment of their elder daughter (16), who is suffering from respiratory disease, reports TOI.

Saudi prince MbS approved operation to capture, kill Khashoggi: US

The United States on Friday, for the first time, publicly accused Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS) of ordering the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who wrote for The Washington Post, in 2018.

Which niche brands have potential to break out in 2021?

What will happen to the global layout of women's wear in the next two years? Our observation indicates that in the layout of the premise of relative stability, there will be a number of niche brands.

#ComicBytes: Meet Mephisto, a deity and MCU's next potential supervillain

In episode seven of WandaVision, the nosy neighbor Agnes was revealed as Agatha Harkness.

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NewsBytes Briefing: Twitter will soon have paywalls, and more

Even as Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey bloviates about making Twitter free, the microblogging site announced plans to introduce monetization and paywalled content. Dubbed as Super Follow, the upcoming feature allows Twitter to make money off paywalled content.

Volkswagen Virtus spotted in India, testing parts for Vento replacement

A replacement of the Volkswagen Vento will be launched in India soon.

One UI 3.1 update rolled out for Samsung Galaxy Fold

Samsung has started rolling out the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update for its Galaxy Fold model. The firmware is currently available in France.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.07 million with 16K+ new cases

India on Friday reported more than 16,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 11.07 million cases.