Nirmala Sitharaman announces Rs. 30,600 crore guarantee for 'bad bank'
To reduce the non-performing assets (NPA) of public sector banks, the Union Cabinet approved a plan to set up the National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL) or the "bad bank."
Google Japan's sumptuous marketing: Potato chips to upsell Pixel 6
Google has cooked up a delicious new way to promote its upcoming Pixel 6 smartphone series. The search giant gave away 10,000 packets of Google-branded potato chips in Japan.
India won't play ODI series in New Zealand this year
India's ODI tour of New Zealand has been postponed to 2022 due to a packed calendar and COVID-19-related restrictions.
WhatsApp starts testing in-app business directory, multi-device support on iOS
WhatsApp has two new features on the cards. Firstly, it is testing the possibility of searching for local businesses or stores offering certain products within WhatsApp itself. This could promote businesses without ads and open monetization options for the platform.
COVID-19: Centre says October-November most crucial; warns against festivities
NITI Aayog member Dr. VK Paul Thursday said that the coming two months, October and November, are the most crucial months to contain the surge of COVID-19 infections in the country.
Rajinikanth's followers kill goat, sprinkle its blood on 'Annaatthe' poster
Rajinikanth needs no introduction.
2 Bihar boys find Rs. 900cr credited in their accounts
Two school boys in Katihar district of Bihar were in for a strange surprise when they received more than a whopping Rs. 900 crore in their bank accounts.
After 3 months, Uttarakhand HC allows Char Dham Yatra resumption
The Uttarakhand High Court on Thursday lifted its stay on the Char Dham Yatra with some restrictions.
Had no knowledge of HotShots, reads Shilpa Shetty Kundra's statement
The Mumbai Police has filed a supplementary chargesheet in the Raj Kundra pornography case, on the basis of their investigation and accounts of over 40 witnesses.
FIFA Rankings: England move up to third; Belgium stay atop
The England men's football team has moved up to third in the latest FIFA Rankings to claim their joint-highest position.
A few ways to keep your bathroom sparkly and germ-free
We know no one likes cleaning bathrooms, but since it is the most used area in your house, it needs cleaning every week and a thorough scrubbing once a month.
Virat Kohli to step down as T20I captain: Details here
Indian captain Virat Kohli has announced that he will step down as captain in T20Is after the impending T20 World Cup.
Five strategies that can help you to stop procrastination
Procrastination is a strong force that stops you from completing your important tasks.
Citroen C3 unveiled; will be launched in India in 2022
French automaker Citroen has unveiled its production-specific C3 crossover-cum-hatchback globally. It will mark its official debut in India in the first half of 2022 and is first of the three models from the company's C-cubed program.
Hyderabad man, accused of raping and murdering 6-year-old, found dead
Pallakonda Raju, the accused in the rape and murder of a six-year-old girl in Hyderabad, was found dead on railway tracks this morning, the police confirmed.
Treat mild ailments of your fido using these home remedies
Doggies also have varying degrees of illnesses, just like us. While some can be treated at home, others need proper medical attention.
Farhan-Zoya bringing us another friendship tale, 'Kho Gaye Hum Kahan'
Another tale of friendship, another set of new pals!
A few home remedies to get rid of mosquitoes
Deadly diseases like dengue, chikungunya, malaria, Zika, etc., are all caused and spread by mosquitoes.
Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni: Decoding the stats (IPL)
The remainder of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season will begin with the riveting clash between arch-rivals Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Virat Kohli vs David Warner: Decoding the stats (IPL)
Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli has been a champion performer in the Indian Premier League (IPL), accumulating the most runs in the competition.
Xiaomi 11 Lite NE's India launch set for September 29
Xiaomi is all set to launch its latest mid-range 5G smartphone, the 11 Lite NE 5G, in India on September 29.
High alert in Punjab after Pakistan-backed terror module gets busted
Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh has directed the police to be on high alert after a Pakistan-backed terror module was busted in the state.
How and why Microsoft has made account sign-ins completely passwordless
Passwords are the weakest link in a security system implementation, often being the easiest to crack.
2021 Force Gurkha's launch scheduled for September 27
Force Motors will launch the 2021 iteration of its Gurkha SUV in India on September 27, the company has confirmed. Deliveries of the off-roader will begin from Dussehra, i.e. October 15.
Ola sells over Rs. 600 crore worth of S1 e-scooters
Ola Electric has sold over Rs. 600 crore worth of S1 and S1 Pro electric scooters in India in a span of just 24 hours, according to CEO Bhavish Aggarwal. They went on sale yesterday.
Activist Harsh Mander's office, residence raided by ED in Delhi
The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday raided multiple locations linked to retired IAS officer and activist Harsh Mander in Delhi, reports say.
Rennes Open: Russia's Roman Safiullin stuns Andy Murray
Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray has been knocked out of the Rennes Open.
300 games for Manchester City: Decoding Pep Guardiola's key numbers
Pep Guardiola achieved a new milestone in his managerial career as he completed 300 games at Manchester City.
Sonakshi Sinha, Huma collaborating for a film on body image
Sonakshi Sinha and Huma Qureshi are coming together for a film where they will play two overweight women who would fight against the society for ridiculing them for their weight.
Virat Kohli to play his 200th IPL match: Key stats
The 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season is set to resume on September 19.
Pakistan vs New Zealand ODIs: Decoding the key stats
Pakistan and New Zealand are set to face each other in a three-match ODI series, starting tomorrow in Rawalpindi.
Gujarat: 24 ministers sworn into new CM Bhupendra Patel's Cabinet
On Thursday, 24 ministers were sworn into the new Cabinet of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.
#BoycottShahRukhKhan, #WeLoveShahRukhKhan take Twitter by storm
This morning Twitter woke up to two trending hashtags, #BoycottShahRukhKhan and #WeLoveShahRukhKhan.
Realme C25Y, with a 50MP triple camera unit, goes official
Realme has launched its latest C-series smartphone, the C25Y, in India. The handset starts at Rs. 10,999 and will be up for pre-booking starting September 20 at 12pm.
TVS Raider 125 goes official in India at Rs. 77,500
Expanding its portfolio of commuter bikes in India, TVS Motors has introduced the new Raider 125 motorcycle. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 77,500.
Coronavirus: India reports 30K+ new cases, 12.4% higher than yesterday
India on Thursday reported over 30,000 new COVID-19 cases, up by 12.4% compared to the day before.
Realme Pad now available in India via Flipkart
Realme's first tablet, the Realme Pad, has gone on sale in India today via Flipkart and Realme India's official website.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Rajasthan Royals
The second phase of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season gets underway on September 19 in the UAE.
ASUS launches premium laptops with up to 4K OLED screens
Taiwanese tech giant ASUS has launched its latest Lingyao-series of laptops, the Lingyao Pro 14 and Lingyao Pro 16, in China.
Tata Punch's unofficial bookings open; new Orange paint option spied
Tata Motors is gearing up to launch its Punch micro-SUV in the coming weeks. In the latest development, some dealerships have unofficially started accepting pre-bookings for the vehicle against a token amount of Rs. 21,000.
COVID-19 may become endemic in 6 months in India: Expert
COVID-19 may start becoming an endemic in India in the next six months, according to Dr. Sujeet Singh, the Director of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).
SpaceX successfully launches all-civilian Inspiration4 mission: Details here
SpaceX has successfully launched the Inspiration4 mission's Crew Dragon spacecraft on September 15 using a Falcon 9 rocket.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Mumbai Indians
The remainder of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season kick-starts on September 19 in the UAE.
UEFA Champions League: Liverpool beat Milan; City win nine-goal thriller
After an action-packed opening night in the UEFA Champions League matchday one, there was plenty of drama as Groups A to D were in action on Wednesday.
Vivo Y21A tipped to be launched in India in October
Vivo is reportedly working on a new Y21A smartphone which will arrive as a successor to the Y20A model.
Interiors of the Hyundai Casper crossover revealed
South Korean automaker Hyundai has revealed the interiors of its Casper crossover. It will go on sale in its home country later this month.
iQOO Z5 confirmed to go official on September 23
iQOO is all set to launch its latest Z-series smartphone, the iQOO Z5, in China on September 23. The vanilla Z5 is believed to arrive along with Z5 Pro and Z5x models.
2021 Yamaha YZF-R15 bike to be launched on September 21
Japanese automaker Yamaha will launch its new-generation YZF-R15 motorbike in India on September 21. It will get an M variant as well.
#HealthBytes: Here are some great health benefits of quinoa
Originally, quinoa was the staple diet of the Incas of pre-Columbian America and their descendants in South America.
Anil Kapoor's episode on 'Pinch' doesn't reach 'jhakkas' status
In today's episode of Pinch, veteran actor Anil Kapoor came as the guest.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Delhi Capitals
The second phase of the 2021 Indian Premier League will be underway on September 19 in the UAE.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Royal Challengers Bangalore
The second phase of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season is set to start from September 19 onwards in the UAE.
I-T Department raids properties linked to Sonu Sood, AAP fumes
Some properties linked to Sonu Sood have come under the lens of the Income Tax Department.
Engineer's Day special: Saluting a few marvelous constructions of India
September 15 is celebrated annually as Engineer's Day in India.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Chennai Super Kings
The second phase of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season is set to start from September 19 onwards in the UAE.
Ahead of launch, Realme GT Neo2's specifications officially teased
Realme will introduce its GT Neo2 smartphone in China on September 22. In the run-up to the launch event, the company has confirmed that the handset will get a Snapdragon 870 chipset, a 5,000mAh battery with 65W fast-charging, and a punch-hole display.
Xiaomi 11T series, with a 108MP main camera, goes official
Xiaomi has launched the 11T and 11T Pro as its first premium smartphones sans the "Mi" branding, alongside the 11 Lite 5G NE model and Pad 5 tablet.
'O Saiyyonii' review: Pawandeep-Arunita's chemistry is the only driving factor
Himesh Reshammiya has roped in singers Pawandeep Rajan and Arunita Kanjilal of Indian Idol 12 fame for the third time in the romantic track, titled O Saiyyonii.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Sunrisers Hyderabad
The remainder of the 2021 Indian Premier League season is set to resume on September 19 in the UAE.
Realme C25Y's India debut set for September 16
As an addition to the C-series of smartphones, Realme will launch the C25Y handset in India on September 16, as confirmed by the company.
Doordarshan turns 62 today: Celebrating some of its top shows
When Netflix and other streamers didn't exist, Doordarshan was the binge-watching channel for people born in the late '80s and '90s.
Telecom reforms: Cabinet approves 100% FDI through automatic route
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved some much-needed reforms in the telecom sector, including 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) through the automatic route.
Kia sells over one lakh Sonet SUVs in India
In a remarkable achievement, Kia Motors has sold over one lakh units of the Sonet sub-compact SUV in India since its launch in September last year.
Five things you must do to be better dog parents
Dogs teach us incredible things, one of them being the quality of loving one and all unconditionally. They render upon their masters all they have and let's admit, their unfathomable love gives us a reason to live.
Over 25 lakh units of Maruti Suzuki Swift hatchback sold
In a proud achievement for Maruti Suzuki, the Swift hatchback launched in India 16 years ago has crossed the 25 lakh sales milestone.
Taliban infighting: Deputy PM, top minister involved in 'major row'
Days after the formation of the new Taliban government in Afghanistan, infighting has reportedly broken out within the extremist group, the BBC reported.
#HealthBytes: What are superfoods and why are they important?
What started out as a marketing strategy to highlight certain forgotten foods has now become the buzzword in the fitness industry.
Samsung Galaxy M52 5G's India launch set for September 19
Samsung is all set to launch its latest M-series 5G smartphone, the Galaxy M52 5G, in India on September 19, an Amazon teaser has confirmed.
Ola S1 electric scooter is now on sale in India
Ola Electric has started selling its S1 electric scooter in India via its app. To recall, sales were supposed to start on September 8 but were postponed due to a technical glitch.
Offers worth Rs. 2.6 lakh on Mahindra cars this month
In an attempt to increase sales, Mahindra is offering great deals on select BS6-compliant cars in India, including the KUV100 NXT, XUV300, Scorpio, as well as XUV500.
'NTR 30': Is Alia Bhatt starring in Jr. NTR's next?
Telugu superstar Jr. NTR has joined hands with renowned director Koratala Siva for his 30th project, tentatively titled NTR 30.
Centre 'cherry-picking' candidates for tribunal appointments; SC warns contempt proceedings
The Supreme Court Wednesday came down heavily on the Centre for "cherry-picking" appointments from its tribunal waitlist rather than appointing persons recommended by the Search and Selection Committees (SCSCs).
Revolt RV400 e-bike gets a new color option
Revolt Motors has introduced a new shade for its RV400 electric bike, as announced by the company's founder, Rahul Sharma. The Twitter post also reveals that bookings for the bike will be opened soon.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Punjab Kings
The second phase of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season is set to start from September 19 onwards in the UAE.
Apple Watch Series 7 debuts with a bigger screen
Cupertino-based tech giant Apple has launched its latest smartwatch, the Watch Series 7, at its California Streaming event yesterday.
IPL 2021 (second phase): Analysis of Kolkata Knight Riders
The second phase of the 2021 Indian Premier League is set to commence on September 19.
Haryana: 7 kids die in 3 weeks; doctors in tizzy
At least seven children, all aged below 14, have died in Haryana's Chilli village in Palwal district in the past three weeks.
IPL: AB de Villiers smashes century in intra-squad practice match
Despite playing no competitive matches since the first phase of IPL 2021, South African star AB de Villiers hasn't lost his touch.
Apple introduces updated iPad and iPad mini models
Apple has announced the 9th-generation of its iPad and a brand-new iPad mini model alongside the latest iPhones.
Delhi announces complete ban on firecrackers ahead of Diwali
The Delhi government Wednesday announced a complete ban on the storage, sale, and use of firecrackers ahead of the festival of Diwali.
HBO Max producing 'The Batman' spin-off series on The Penguin
After The Joker, another first-row adversary of DC superhero Batman is going to come into the limelight.
IPL 2021: List of new faces playing in second phase
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season second phase in the UAE will start from September 19 onwards.
'Shiddat' title track: Defines passion, composer-lyricist-singer Manan Bhardwaj impresses
Ahead of its October 1 release on Disney+ Hotstar, makers of Shiddat dropped its title track today.
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR track-focused cafe racer breaks cover
British automaker Triumph has revealed its Speed Triple 1200 RR motorbike. It will be up for sale in Europe from January 2022.
Apple iPhone 13 lineup's sale starts September 24 in India
Apple has launched its flagship iPhone 13 series. The lineup includes the iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max models.
Coronavirus: India reports 27K+ new cases; active cases at 1%
India on Wednesday reported over 27,000 new COVID-19 cases, with Kerala alone contributing nearly 60% of the total new cases.
2021 MG Astor SUV, with high-tech features, revealed in India
British automaker MG Motor has unveiled its Astor SUV in India. It should go on sale later this year.
Engineer's Day: Celebrating these actors who also hold a BTech
September 15 is celebrated annually as Engineer's Day in India. The date was chosen by the Indian government in 1968.
IPL 2021: Sam Curran set to miss MI-CSK clash
Star all-rounder Sam Curran is set to miss Chennai Super Kings' opening encounter against Mumbai Indians, which kick-starts the second phase of the 2021 Indian Premier League.
Daniil Medvedev vs Big Three: Here is a Statistical comparison
Russia's Daniil Medvedev, on Sunday, beat world number one Novak Djokovic to win the 2021 US Open. He claimed his maiden Grand Slam title.
iPhone 13's Cinematic mode lets you film professional movie-style videos
Apple has finally unveiled its much-awaited flagship iPhone 13 lineup at the California Streaming event on Tuesday.
Apple iPhone 11, iPhone 12, and 12 mini become cheaper
With the launch of the new-generation iPhone 13 series, Apple has reduced the prices of its iPhone 11, iPhone 12 mini, and iPhone 12 smartphones in India.
Google Pixel 6 Pro will offer Battery Share, UWB features
Google is gearing up to launch its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones in October this year.
2021 Force Gurkha, with new design and features, breaks cover
Force Motors has revealed the 2021 version of its Gurkha SUV in India. It should be launched here later this year.
Norm Macdonald, 'Saturday Night Live' legend, dies at 61
One of the most influential members of Saturday Night Live, Norm Macdonald, took his last breath yesterday, after losing a nine-year-long battle to cancer, as was confirmed by Brillstein Entertainment, his management firm.
JEE Main 2021 session 4 results: 18 get top rank
The National Testing Agency (NTA) Wednesday announced the results for the fourth session of the Joint Entrance Examination Main or JEE Main.
35 lakh doses of J&J COVID-19 vaccine reach Kasauli lab
Around 35 lakh doses of the COVID-19 vaccine developed by United States pharma giant Johnson & Johnson have reportedly reached the apex vaccine testing laboratory in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh.
Champions League: Bayern humble Barcelona; Chelsea win
Bayern Munich humbled Barcelona 3-0 at Camp Nou on matchday one of the UEFA Champions League 2021-22 season.
Google fixes 11 Chrome browser bugs, including two zero-day vulnerabilities
Google announced fixes for 11 different bugs in the Chrome browser, including two zero-day vulnerabilities possibly being exploited in the wild, on Monday.
Realme GT Neo2 revealed in a Black Mint color variant
Realme will launch its latest GT Neo2 smartphone in China on September 22.
OPPO A16 tipped to debut in India by September end
OPPO had launched its budget-range A16 smartphone in Indonesia in July this year.
Champions League, Young Boys 2-1 Manchester United: Records broken
Young Boys stunned 10-man Manchester United 2-1 on matchday one of the UEFA Champions League 2021-22 season.
#HealthBytes: These healthy foods can boost immunity in children
Due to COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdowns, children haven't been able to attend school physically.
