24 Sep 2021

IPL 2021, Super Kings outclass Royal Challengers Bangalore: Records broken

Chennai Super Kings defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 35th game of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

Decoding the stats of Roger Federer at Wimbledon

Swiss ace Roger Federer has been dealing with a spate of injuries of late.

Maharashtra: Schools to reopen from October 4; COVID-19 situation improves

Maharashtra Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad Friday announced that the state government has decided to reopen schools from October 4.

Assam: Heavy security in Dholpur after 2 killed during eviction

The situation remained tense at the Dholpur Gorukhuti area in Assam's Darrang district, where a police firing killed two people on Thursday.

UPSC 2020 results out; here's how you can check yours

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Friday declared the results for the 2020 civil services examination.

Much-anticipated trailer of 'Antim: The Final truth' releasing next month

The makers of Antim: The Final Truth are planning to release its first trailer soon.

IPL 2021, RCB vs CSK: MS Dhoni elects to field

Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings are meeting in the 35th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.

Australia Women beat India Women in second ODI: Records broken

Australia Women won a thrilling contest against India Women to seal the second ODI at Harrup Park in Mackay.

Yamaha commences deliveries of R15 V4 sportbike in India

Yamaha R15 V4, which went official in India earlier this week, is now being delivered to customers. It was launched with a starting price-tag of Rs. 1.67 lakh and is available in standard, M, and MotoGP variants.

Strict punishments by amputation, execution to return: Taliban official

The Taliban is looking to bring back executions and amputations as forms of punishment in Afghanistan, one of the group's founders said in a recent interview.

3 gangsters killed in dramatic shootout inside Delhi's Rohini court

A notorious gangster and two others from a rival gang were killed in a shootout inside a courtroom in Delhi today that left several people injured.

'Barsaat': Armaan Malik's latest single is soothing to your ears

Armaan Malik's latest single Barsaat unites him with his brother Amaal Mallik and father Daboo Malik.

Online NDA application for women opens; admissions to be 'provisional'

The Union Public Service Commission on Friday said it opened the online application for women candidates to apply for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination, 2021.

Windows 11 now available on Windows Insider Release Preview Channel

Microsoft on Thursday announced that members of the Windows Insider Program in the Release Preview Channel can finally start testing out the new Windows 11 build ahead of its public release.

Is Govinda's son Yashvardhan prepping for his big Bollywood debut?

Popular actor Govinda's son Yashvardhan is gearing up to make his debut in Bollywood soon.

IPL 2021: SRH to replace Natarajan with Umran Malik

Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed Jammu and Kashmir pacer Umran Malik as a short-term replacement for T Natarajan.

Realme V11s 5G, with MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor, launched

Realme has launched its latest V-series budget smartphone, the V11s 5G, in China at a starting price of CNY 1,399 (roughly Rs. 16,000).

Hero Xpulse 200 4V spied testing in India

Hero MotoCorp is reportedly readying a new version of the Xpulse 200, called the Xpulse 200 4V. In the latest development, the upcoming bike has been spotted testing on the roads, revealing some of its details.

IPL 2021, SRH vs PBKS: Here is the match preview

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings will square off in the 37th match of the IPL 2021.

Seventh-generation Suzuki WagonR may debut in Japan this December

Auto giant Suzuki is expected to launch the new-generation model of its WagonR in Japan in December this year.

Maharashtra reduces duty hours for women cops to 8 hours

The Maharashtra government has decided to reduce working hours for women police officers from 12 hours to eight hours, Maharashtra Director General of Police (DGP) Sanjay Pandey said on Friday.

DC vs RR: Decoding Sanju Samson's performance against Axar Patel

Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals face each other in match number 37 of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Want to have a sparkly kitchen? Follow these effective tips

Everyone loves to keep their house shiny and tidy, but it could be cumbersome.

Realme India launches Smart TV Neo and Smart Band 2

Alongside the Narzo 50 series, Realme has also launched a new Smart TV Neo television and a Smart Band 2 fitness tracker in India.

Biden-Modi meeting: Pakistan, Taliban likely to dominate talks

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the United States President Joe Biden will hold their bilateral meeting on Friday, reports stated that Pakistan and its influence over the Taliban are likely to be key topics to be discussed.

Why is 'The Kapil Sharma Show' facing an FIR?

The Kapil Sharma Show has landed in a legal soup!

Foods you should avoid giving your child during winters, monsoon

Although parents take care of their children in every possible way, they fall ill nonetheless, especially during monsoons and winters.

Woman gets Rs. 2 crore compensation for haircut gone wrong

A woman is set to get a whopping amount of Rs. 2 crore for a wrong haircut over three years ago.

IPL 2021, DC vs RR: Here is the match preview

Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals will meet in the 36th Match of the IPL 2021 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.

'Bigg Boss 15': Latest updates about the Salman Khan-hosted show

Bigg Boss is set to come back with its 15th season.

Realme Narzo 50A and Narzo 50i launched in India

Realme has launched its Narzo 50 series of smartphones, the Narzo 50A and Narzo 50i, in India.

Narendra Giri death: CBI takes over probe; constitutes six-member team

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday took over the investigation into the death of top seer Mahant Narendra Giri.

Phil Foden vs Mason Greenwood: Decoding the key stats

Two of England's prized youngsters Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood have already marked an impression in the Premier League.

New Android malware steals banking data: Here's how it works

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), the Indian government's cybersecurity agency, has warned of a potential threat to Android users.

TVS Jupiter 125 tipped to debut on October 7

TVS Motor Company has teased the arrival of a new two-wheeler in India, which is expected to be the Jupiter 125. As per the reports, it is likely to debut on October 7.

IPL 2021, RCB vs CSK: Pitch report, stats, and more

Royal Challengers Bangalore will lock horns with Chennai Super Kings in the 35th match of the IPL 2021.

Huawei Nova 9 series, with up to 100W fast-charging, launched

Huawei has launched its latest Nova 9 series of smartphones in China. The line-up includes the vanilla Nova 9 and Nova 9 Pro models.

Coronavirus: India reports 31K+ new cases, 62% in Kerala alone

India on Friday reported over 31,000 new COVID-19 cases, out of which, over 62% were concentrated in Kerala alone.

Decoding Chelsea's defensive record under Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea are enjoying a superb spell under Thomas Tuchel since he took over the club from Frank Lampard in January 2021.

Volkswagen Taigun records over 12,200 bookings in India

Volkswagen had launched the Taigun SUV in India yesterday and the car is already seeing a decent demand in the country. The automaker has reportedly received over 12,200 bookings for the car.

Fahadh Faasil's 'Joji' wins trophy at Swedish International Film Festival

Fahadh Faasil has announced that his film Joji, based on the life of an engineering dropout, has bagged a special award at the 2021 Swedish International Film Festival (SIFF).

Try these lesser known food delicacies from South India

Dosa, idli, vada, sambar, and rasam are the most common South Indian food items we know of.

2021 Volkswagen Taigun GT manual review: Should you buy it?

The much-awaited Volkswagen Taigun SUV has been launched in India and its "GT" range is a big draw for enthusiasts with its powerful 1.5-liter TSI petrol engine.

Apple iPhone 13 series now up for grabs in India

Apple's latest flagship iPhone 13 series is now available for purchase in India as well as around the world. The line-up includes the iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max models.

Decoding the incredible run of Barbora Krejcikova in 2021

Czech Republic's Barbora Krejcikova rose to a career-best fifth spot in the latest WTA Rankings.

La Liga, 10-man Barcelona held by Cadiz: Records broken

Barcelona were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Cadiz in La Liga.

Three reasons why you must take cryptocurrency seriously

Imagine the year is 2035. You and your friends have planned a vacation to the planet Mars. And you are asked to pay for your space shuttle in Bitcoin or let's say meme-inspired Dogecoin (as proposed by Elon Musk!). How cool does it sound?

Harris brings up Pakistan's role in terrorism during Modi meet

United States Vice President Kamala Harris, in her first meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, raised the issue of Pakistan's role in terrorism, sending out a positive message for India.

IPL 2021: Rutherford returns home after death of his father

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Sherfane Rutherford has left the Indian Premier League (IPL) bubble to return home after the death of this father.

Devdutt Padikkal vs Ruturaj Gaikwad: Decoding the IPL numbers

Every year, the Indian Premier League (IPL) gives youngsters opportunities to shine forth.

OPPO K9 Pro's debut set for September 26

OPPO is gearing up to launch its new mid-range smartphone, the K9 Pro, in China on September 26, as confirmed by the company on Weibo.

OYO could file for $1 billion-worth IPO next week

Budget-centric Indian hotel chain start-up OYO is likely to file for an initial public offering (IPO) next week.

2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto hatchback spied testing in India

Maruti Suzuki will launch the next-generation version of its Alto hatchback in India in the first half of next year.

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G's India launch confirmed for September 29

Samsung is all set to launch a new F-series smartphone, the Galaxy F42 5G, in India on September 29, the company has confirmed.

Super Soco CT-3 maxi-style electric scooter breaks cover in Europe

Chinese automaker Super Soco has unveiled its CT-3 maxi-style scooter in Europe. Its debut in India seems unlikely.

23 Sep 2021

IPL 2021, Kolkata Knight Riders beat Mumbai Indians: Records broken

Kolkata Knight Riders claimed a one-sided win over defending champions Mumbai Indians in the 34th match of the IPL 2021.

Dulquer Salmaan shuns rumors about Prithiviraj Sukumaran's cameo in 'Kurup'

Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan is gearing up to play an antagonist for the first time in his upcoming movie, Kurup.

'Fantastic Beasts 3,' starring Eddie Redmayne, finally gets release date

Makers of the third film of the Fantastic Beasts series have announced its official title, and it sounds so familiar to Harry Potter fans.

Will YouTube finally let you download videos from desktop browser?

The days of illegally downloading YouTube videos for offline viewing could soon become a thing of the past for desktop users.

'Glimpses of Valimai' garners 14L+ views in just two hours!

"This could be something big," Thala Ajith Kumar ends the Glimpses of Valimai with this line, and we sure could get that feeling after watching it.

At-home COVID-19 vaccinations for those disabled, with restricted mobility

The central government on Thursday announced COVID-19 vaccinations at home for people who cannot reach vaccination centers due to restricted mobility or disabilities.

'Mi NoteBook Days' sale: Xiaomi laptops available with attractive offers

Xiaomi has kicked off its "Mi NoteBook Days" sale in India. Under the sale, which ends on September 25, the company is offering up to Rs. 15,000 off on some of its laptops.

'Main Bhi Barbaad': Hina Khan makes this pale song appealing

Main Bhi Barbaad, a new song from Saregama Music, was dropped today.

IPL 2021, MI vs KKR: Eoin Morgan elects to field

Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders are facing each other in the 34th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.

Decoding the dominance of Rafael Nadal at French Open

Spanish ace Rafael Nadal missed out on his 14th Roland Garros title this year.

AUKUS deal: India, Japan to not be included, US clarifies

The United States has ruled out the possibility of adding India or Japan to the new trilateral security alliance between the US, the United Kingdom, and Australia, known as AUKUS.

Aura concept electric car, with over 640km range, breaks cover

The all-electric Aura concept car has been unveiled in the UK. It has been developed by four companies, namely Astheimer Design, Potenza Technology, BAMD Composites, and Conjure.

Some effective tips to ensure that your eyes are healthy

In today's world, no one is without an electronic device.

Moto Tab G20 to debut in India on September 30

Motorola is all set to launch a new tablet, the Tab G20, in India on September 30, a Flipkart microsite has confirmed.

Chhattisgarh: 14-year-old gangraped by 5, including 2 minors; 4 held

A 14-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by five culprits, including two minors, in Chhattisgarh's Balrampur district, the police said on Thursday.

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT, with a Euro 5-compliant 999cc engine, breaks cover

Japanese automaker Suzuki has revealed the sports touring variant of its GSX-S1000 motorbike, called the GSX-S1000GT. It should make its way to India in the coming months.

Having travel hangover or post-vacation blues? These tips may help

Do you sometimes wake up feeling everything looks fine but the day is missing something? This might happen in the following days after you return from a vacation.

How to take care of your cotton, linen, woolen clothes?

Different fabrics possess different properties.

Itel's entry-level A26 smartphone lets you record WhatsApp calls

Chinese tech brand Itel has introduced a new entry-level A26 model in the Indian market. It carries a price-tag of Rs. 5,999.

ICC launches official anthem ahead of T20 World Cup 2021

The ICC on Thursday launched the official anthem of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021.

'Shiddat' album review: Hardly has any misses or repelling track

Ahead of its October 1 release on Disney+ Hotstar, makers of Shiddat dropped its audio jukebox recently.

PM-CARES not a government fund, Centre tells Delhi HC

The Centre informed the Delhi High Court that the Prime Minister's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situation (PM-CARES) Fund is not a government fund.

MI vs KKR: Decoding Andre Russell's performance against Trent Boult

Mumbai Indians take on Kolkata Knight Riders tonight in match number 34 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season.

Facebook CTO stepping down after '13 amazing years': Here's why

Facebook Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Mike Schroepfer announced on Wednesday that he would be stepping down from his role and transitioning to a part-time position as a Senior Fellow at Facebook next year.

Redmi 9 Activ announced in India at Rs. 9,500

As the latest addition to its 9-series of smartphones, Redmi has introduced a new budget handset called the 9 Activ in India. It has been priced starting at Rs. 9,499.

HP launches the world's first tablet with a flip camera

Competing against Microsoft's Surface Go, tech giant HP has launched a new 11-inch Tablet PC at $499 (around Rs. 36,800). It will go on sale from December 11 onwards.

Coronavirus: India reports 32K new cases; over 280 more dead

India on Thursday reported nearly 32,000 new COVID-19 cases, out of which, over 60% were concentrated in Kerala alone.

iQOO Z5 5G, with Snapdragon 778G processor, 44W fast-charging, launched

iQOO has launched its latest Z-series smartphone, the iQOO Z5 5G, in China.

Tata Punch to be launched in India on October 4

Tata Motors will launch its Punch micro-SUV in India on October 4. Its unofficial bookings have also started.

Japan's Naomi Osaka opts out of Indian Wells

Japanese star Naomi Osaka has pulled out of next month's BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells.

Microsoft Surface Go 3 debuts with faster processors, Windows 11

Expanding its portfolio of 2-in-1 devices, Microsoft has announced the new Surface Go 3 laptop-cum-tablet at $399.99 (roughly Rs. 29,500).

Premier League, Antonio Rudiger vs Virgil van Dijk: Key stats

Antonio Rudiger and Virgil van Dijk are two established central defenders in the Premier League.

Vaccination certificates must meet minimum criteria: UK on travel rules

On the issue of the non-recognition of India's COVID-19 vaccine certification, the United Kingdom has maintained that the vaccine certificates of all countries must meet the minimum criteria.

Ranveer Singh's music label to launch videos for deaf community

On the International Day of Sign Languages that is observed on this date annually, Ranveer Singh has taken an initiative for the hearing impaired community.

2021 Ducati Monster launched in India at Rs. 11 lakh

Italian automaker Ducati has launched the 2021 iteration of its Monster motorbike in India. Its price starts at Rs. 10,99,000.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 launched with improved design and hardware

Alongside the Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Duo 2 smartphone, Microsoft has launched its Surface Pro 8 laptop-cum-tablet.

IPL 2021, RCB vs CSK: Here is the match preview

The 35th match of the IPL 2021 will see Royal Challengers Bangalore taking on Chennai Super Kings at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

Indian SaaS start-up Freshworks lists on Nasdaq following billion-dollar IPO

Chennai and San Mateo-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company Freshworks Inc. made its debut on Nasdaq after an initial public offering (IPO) worth over $1 billion.

Volkswagen Taigun goes official in India at Rs. 10.5 lakh

German automaker Volkswagen has launched its Taigun compact SUV in India. It is available in five variants and its price starts at Rs. 10.5 lakh.

Microsoft announces Surface Laptop Studio with 11th-generation Intel Core processors

Microsoft has introduced the Surface Laptop Studio as its most powerful Surface laptop to date. It carries a starting price-tag of $1,599.99 (roughly Rs. 1.18 lakh) and runs on 11th-generation Intel Core processors.

Cristiano Ronaldo is the world's highest-paid footballer

The legendary Cristiano Ronaldo is the world's highest-paid footballer.

Delta becomes globally dominant COVID-19 variant, out-competing other strains: WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday said that the Delta variant of the coronavirus is now the globally dominant strain.

Microsoft's dual-screen Surface Duo 2 smartphone goes official at $1,500

Microsoft has launched its latest dual-screen Android smartphone, the Surface Duo 2.

Decoding the stats of Rafael Nadal in 2021

Spanish ace Rafael Nadal hasn't been at his best lately.

Apple researching how iPhones could help detect cognitive decline, depression

Tech giant Apple is reportedly developing methods to detect depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline using digital clues gathered from your Apple devices, including iPhones and Apple Watches.

Benzema races to 200 La Liga goals: Decoding the numbers

Real Madrid veteran Karim Benzema continued his solid start to the season to help his side win against Mallorca in La Liga.

2022 INFINITI Q50, with a bevy of equipment, breaks cover

Nissan-owned luxury brand INFINITI has revealed the 2022 version of its Q50 sedan. It is available in three trims: LUXE, SENSORY, and RED SPORT 400.

Nokia G50, with a Snapdragon 480 chipset, goes official

HMD Global has announced its latest 5G handset, the Nokia G50, in the UK. It is priced at £199.99 (roughly Rs. 20,000).

New rule introduced for auto-debit transactions from October 1

If you use your credit/debit cards or mobile wallets for recurring auto-payments, an important change is coming next month.

Carabao Cup: Manchester United lose; Chelsea and Arsenal through

West Ham United knocked out Manchester United out of the Carabao Cup at Old Trafford.

Modi reaches US; to meet Harris, global CEOs today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Washington DC to embark on a five-day trip to the United States.

2022 Acura RDX compact SUV, with sporty looks, breaks cover

Honda-owned luxury brand Acura has revealed its 2022 RDX compact SUV. It will go on sale in the US this November.

Meizu 18X, 18s, and 18s Pro go official in China

As the latest addition to its 18-series of smartphones, Meizu has introduced the 18X, 18s, and 18s Pro models in the Chinese market.

Apple's iPhone 14 Pro models to feature a punch-hole design

Apple is expected to launch its iPhone 14 series of flagship smartphones in the second half of 2022.

Apple's zero net emissions goal looks unlikely: Here's why

In July 2020, Apple had announced that by 2030 the company will work to achieve a 100% carbon-neutral footprint.

2022 Audi Q4 e-tron begins at $43,900 in the US

Audi has revealed the pricing details of the 2022 Q4 e-tron electric SUV in the US. It is available in three versions: 40, 50, and Sportback 50, and its price begins at $43,900 (around Rs. 32.4 lakh).

States to provide Rs. 50,000 to each COVID-19 victim: Centre

The Centre on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that state governments will provide financial compensation of Rs. 50,000 to the families of those who die of COVID-19.