30 Sep 2021

Hundreds of Delhi liquor stores to shut temporarily from tomorrow

All private liquor vends across Delhi will be temporarily shut as the national capital looks to enforce its updated liquor policy.

IPL 2021, CSK beat bottom-placed SRH: List of records broken

Chennai Super Kings have qualified for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 playoffs after thrashing Sunrisers Hyderabad in match number 44 on Thursday.

'Stop tagging me'; footballer Amrinder Singh confused for ex-Punjab CM

Indian football team's goalkeeper Amrinder Singh on Thursday urged the media to not mistakenly tag him instead of former Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh on Twitter.

UP businessman death: Wife alleges cover-up, questions cops' role

The wife of Kanpur-based businessman Manish Kumar Gupta, who allegedly died in a police raid, alleged that her husband was killed by police officers.

Ben Affleck-Matt Damon's 'The Last Duel' releasing here next month

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's most-anticipated movie The Last Duel has found a release date in India.

'True Congressman': Shashi Tharoor supports Sibal, day after violent protest

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor today voiced support for his colleague Kapil Sibal, a day after some party workers protested outside the latter's house and damaged his car.

Tips to keep lights and fans clean at your home

We like to keep our house clean and that includes even the lights and fans.

D/N Test, Australia Women vs India Women: Day 1 report

Rain marred the proceedings on Day 1 of the lone Day-Night Test between Australia Women and India Women at the Canberra Oval in Queensland.

Jackie Shroff becomes goodwill ambassador of ALT EFF 2021

The All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF) has roped in Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff as its goodwill ambassador.

IPL 2021, SRH vs CSK: MS Dhoni elects to bowl

Sunrisers Hyderabad face Chennai Super Kings in match number 44 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season on Thursday in Sharjah.

Son to remain with Shweta Tiwari, husband gets visitation rights

It was in August 2019 when popular TV actress Shweta Tiwari had filed a domestic violence case against her second husband Abhinav Kohli.

30 Mumbai college students test COVID-19 positive; 28 fully vaccinated

At least 30 students of the government-run King Edward Memorial (KEM) Medical College in Mumbai have tested positive for coronavirus.

Samsung's S20 FE 5G gets massive discount during Amazon sale

Amazon is gearing up to host its annual 'Great Indian Festival' sale from October 3 onwards.

Free health services if AAP wins 2022 Punjab elections: Kejriwal

Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday announced the "second list of pre-poll promises" at an event in Punjab's Ludhiana ahead of the Assembly elections early next year.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3i and IdeaPad Flex 3i launched in India

Lenovo has launched its latest Chromebooks, the IdeaPad 3i and IdeaPad Flex 3i, in India. The line-up starts at Rs. 22,990 and is available for pre-orders starting today.

Emma Raducanu vs Iga Swiatek: Decoding the key stats

18-year-old Emma Raducanu won the 2021 US Open, becoming the first qualifier in the Open era to win a Grand Slam.

Himalayan Film Festival: 'Sekool', 'Shadey: A Forgotten Land' among winners

At the maiden Himalayan Film Festival, Ladakhi filmmakers Stenzin Tankong and Stanzin Gurmet were awarded for their films.

When exactly is the time to discard your old shoes?

Most of us have the habit of splurging our money on shoes, handbags, etc.

Kawasaki introduces 2022 Z900 in India at Rs. 8.42 lakh

Kawasaki has launched the 2022 version of its Z900 sports bike in India with a price-tag of Rs. 8.42 lakh.

Farmers protest: Supreme Court says highways can't be blocked perpetually

The Supreme Court on Thursday reiterated its objection to highways being blocked as part of protests while hearing arguments against the farmers' months-long agitation along Delhi's borders.

Moto Tab G20 launched in India at Rs. 11,000

Lenovo-owned Motorola has launched a new budget-range tablet, the Moto Tab G20, in India.

Pen Studios keeps promise, 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' gets January 6 release

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 10th directorial Gangubai Kathiawadi finally got a release date.

Mahindra XUV700's full price-list revealed; bookings open on October 7

Mahindra has finally announced the prices of all the variants of its XUV700 which had debuted in India last month.

Want to groom your dog at home? Follow these tips

For most of us, dogs are a part of our families and like others, they do need care and maintenance.

IAF officer says was subjected to 'two-finger test' after rape

A 28-year-old woman Indian Air Force (IAF) officer, who accused her colleague of rape this month, has alleged that the force subjected her to an illegal "two-finger test" to confirm the sexual assault.

Decoding Cristiano Ronaldo's numbers in the UEFA Champions League

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a last-gasp goal in injury-time for Manchester United against Villarreal on matchday two of the Champions League 2021-22 season.

Coronavirus: India reports 23K+ cases; active infections at 195-day low

India on Thursday reported over 23,000 new COVID-19 cases, marking a marginal increase in the number of daily infections compared to the past two days.

'Tu Yahin Hai': First song of 'Meenakshi Sundareshwar' is sweet

Tu Yahin Hai, the first song of Meenakshi Sundareshwar, is out.

POCO C31, with a MediaTek Helio G35 processor, goes official

POCO has launched its latest budget-range C-series smartphone, the POCO C31, in India.

Cyclone Gulab expected to transform into 'Shaheen,' IMD says

After making landfall, Cyclone Gulab is expected to transform into another cyclonic storm, which would be called "Shaheen," according to officials at the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

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

Kolkata Knight Riders face Punjab Kings in match number 45 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season on Friday in Dubai.

Camera-focused Vivo X70 series arrives in India at Rs. 47,000

Vivo has launched its flagship X70 series of smartphones in India today. The line-up, which includes the X70 Pro and X70 Pro+ models, starts at Rs. 46,990 and is currently up for pre-orders.

2021 MG Astor SUV review: Should you buy it?

We have finally driven the MG Astor and this new compact SUV will be positioned below the Hector in MG Motor's product line-up.

Not joining BJP, just leaving Congress: Ex-Punjab CM Amarinder Singh

Former Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Thursday said that he will not be joining the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Sidhu 'will remain Punjab Congress chief'; to meet CM today

Days after stepping down as the Punjab Congress chief, Navjot Singh Sidhu may withdraw his resignation, his adviser Mohammad Mustafa has indicated.

Boney Kapoor's next is also with Thala Ajith, H Vinoth

Producer Boney Kapoor has confirmed that Thala Ajith Kumar and H Vinoth, who are currently working on Valimai, backed by him, will be in his next movie too.

Juventus beat Chelsea; Ronaldo scores injury-time winner for Manchester United

Matchday two of the Champions League continued to bring some brilliant results as groups E to H were in action.

Sharp launches AQUOS zero6 and sense6 smartphones with OLED displays

Japanese tech giant Sharp has unveiled two new smartphones, the AQUOS zero6 and AQUOS sense6 in its home country.

Audi Q5 (facelift) to debut in India by November

German automaker Audi will launch the facelifted version of its Q5 SUV in India by November this year, according to Autocar. To recall, it was unveiled last year with an updated styling and a new-age cabin with a host of tech-enabled features.

Bhabanipur by-poll: Voting underway; BJP alleges booth capture by TMC

Voting for the hotly-contested Bhabanipur by-poll began at 7 am today in South Kolkata.

Decoding the top five scorers in Champions League history

The Champions League 2021-22 season has continued to bring in the goals for Europe's elite forwards.

New-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid previewed in spy shots

German automaker Porsche will unveil the facelifted version of its Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid car by the end of this year or early-2022.

Samsung Galaxy S21 series gets digital car key support

Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for its Galaxy S21 series of smartphones in South Korea, Germany, Philippines, and India.

Google withdrawing support for this version of Android: Details here

We often take older versions of Android and similar operating systems for granted but they continue to support niche applications and even act as the spine of several modern home automation systems.

Aston Martin DBX S spotted testing; design details revealed

British automaker Aston Martin is expected to unveil the performance-oriented S variant of its DBX SUV next year.

OPPO A55's key specifications confirmed via Amazon microsite

OPPO is preparing to announce its A55 smartphone in India on October 1. In the latest development, an Amazon microsite has teased the design and features of the handset.

29 Sep 2021

Here's a roundup of Amazon's new products for kids

At Amazon's September 28 event, a slew of smart devices and a cute home robot called Astro were unveiled to the masses. The e-commerce company also showcased a new device called the Amazon Glow aimed at children, new "Hey Disney" Alexa skills in partnership with Disney, and a Disney-inspired Echo Show case made by OtterBox.

COVID-19 vaccine booster: Are they really required? Expert answers

With the emergence of new coronavirus variants and talk of waning immunity of COVID-19 vaccines, discussions have been on about whether booster doses are required for the general public.

IPL 2021, RCB beat RR: List of records broken

The Royal Challengers Bangalore took one more step towards qualification for the playoffs after beating Rajasthan Royals in match number 43 of the Indian Premier League 2021-22 season.

'Lot to do on Earth,' Bill Gates on space tourism

Billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates on Wednesday criticized space tourism, saying rather than exploring space for recreational activities, "we have a lot to do here on Earth."

Taliban asks India to resume international flights to Afghanistan

The Taliban has reportedly written to India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), seeking the resumption of commercial flights between India and Afghanistan.

'Peene Lage Ho' review: The 'shayari' adds a magical touch

Rohanpreet Singh's latest song Peene Lage Ho has hit YouTube and fans are in tears.

'Venom: Let There Be Carnage' now releasing a day early

Sony Pictures has decided to advance the release date of Venom: Let There Be Carnage by one day.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee goes official in five trim levels

US automaker Jeep has unveiled its 2022 Grand Cherokee SUV. It is available in five trim levels: Laredo, Limited, Trailhawk, Overland, and Summit.

Ranvir Shorey claims he was threatened over now-deleted Nehru tweet

Actor Ranvir Shorey apparently received flak after making an alleged derogatory tweet on former Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru.

RR vs RCB: Sanju Samson's performance against Yuzvendra Chahal

Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore face each other in match number 43 of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

IPL 2021, RR vs RCB: Virat Kohli elects to bowl

Rajasthan Royals are taking on Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 43rd match of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

After quitting as Punjab CM, Amarinder Singh meets Amit Shah

Former Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Wednesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the latter's residence in Delhi.

Lenovo updates the Xiaoxin Pro 14 laptop in China

Lenovo has introduced the 2021 iteration of its Xiaoxin Pro 14 laptop in the Chinese market. It comes with AMD Ryzen and Intel Core processor options and is priced starting at CNY 4,999 (roughly Rs. 57,300).

Engine details of Tata Punch micro-SUV leaked

Prior to its launch in India on October 4, the engine details of the Tata Punch micro-SUV have leaked.

'Not Ji Huzoor-23': Kapil Sibal, others question Punjab crisis

Congress leader Kapil Sibal today expressed disappointment over the functioning of party and questioned its leadership amid an embarrassing crisis in the party's Punjab unit.

Flipkart Big Billion Days sale: Attractive deals on smartphones revealed

Rivaling Amazon, Flipkart will kick-off its 'Big Billion Days' sale in India starting October 3. The sale will end on October 10 and various offers on popular smartphones have already been revealed by the e-commerce giant.

Kangana Ranaut tells Bollywood to 'rise above petty human emotions'

Kangana Ranaut, who was last seen in Thalaivii, has lashed out at the film fraternity for not appreciating her work in it.

Mumbai Police gets hoax call about threat at Mumbai airport

A hoax call caused panic at the Mumbai airport Tuesday by claiming an imminent threat to the lives of employees working at the airport.

Journalist utters 'bl**dy' on TV while referring to Rahul Gandhi

Navika Kumar, Group Editor and anchor for Times Now, is on the receiving end of criticism after using derogatory language in context of Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi.

Amazon Great Indian Festival sale: Top deals on smartphones revealed

Amazon will begin its 'Great Indian Festival' sale in India on October 3. Under the sale, the e-commerce giant will provide massive discounts across several product categories, including smartphones.

'Britney vs Spears' review: It doesn't hit the mark

Two years in the making, Netflix's documentary on Britney Spears, Britney vs Spears, is currently streaming.

How to celebrate National Women's Health and Fitness Day

National Women's Health and Fitness Day falls on the last Wednesday of September.

US Open champion Emma Raducanu given Indian Wells wildcard

2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu has been given a wildcard into the Indian Wells main draw.

New-generation Kawasaki Z125 revealed in new color options

Kawasaki has unveiled its new-generation Z125 motorbike in the international markets. It is available in standard and SE variants.

Coronavirus: India reports under 20K cases for second consecutive day

India on Wednesday reported under 20,000 new COVID-19 cases for the second consecutive day.

Sidhu releases video, defends 'sudden resignation' as Punjab Congress chief

A day after stepping down as the Punjab Congress chief, Navjot Singh Sidhu broke his silence over his dramatic resignation through a video message on Twitter.

Gold schemes start at Rs. 100 as digital sales rise

Jewelers in India are selling gold for as little as Rs. 100 as digital trading of the metal has gained popularity in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

Sunrisers Hyderabad face Chennai Super Kings in match number 44 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season on Thursday in Sharjah.

Triumph Tiger Sport 660 to be unveiled on October 5

Triumph has announced that the Tiger Sport 660 motorbike will be unveiled on October 5. It will replace the Tiger 850 Sport as the entry-level adventure touring model in the brand's line-up.

'Little Things 4' trailer: Ride along Dhruv-Kavya one last time

Netflix dropped the trailer of its hit Indian series Little Things 4, which will be the final outing for the internet's favorite millennial couple, Dhruv and Kavya.

Supertech moves SC over twin tower demolition; proposes 'alternative plan'

Supertech Builders has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on its August 31 order which directed the demolition of two disputed 40-story towers at its Emerald Court housing project in Noida.

This is how Rashmika Mandanna's character will look in 'Pushpa'

Makers of Pushpa dropped its lead actress Rashmika Mandanna's look today, a month after sharing its antagonist Fahadh Faasil's look, which left all of us stunned.

Xiaomi India launches 11 Lite NE 5G at Rs. 27,000

Xiaomi has launched its latest 5G smartphone, the 11 Lite NE 5G, in India.

60 students of Bengaluru boarding school test positive for COVID-19

At least 60 students from a boarding school in Bengaluru have tested positive for the coronavirus, fueling concerns about children returning to offline studies.

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G debuts in India at Rs. 21,000

Expanding its portfolio of 5G smartphones, tech giant Samsung has launched the Galaxy F42 5G handset in the Indian market. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 20,999.

Champions League: PSG beat Manchester City; Real Madrid stunned

Matchday 2 of the UEFA Champions League 2021-22 season saw Paris Saint-German beat last season's finalists Manchester City at the Parc des Princess.

Here's everything Amazon unveiled at its event

Last night, e-commerce major Amazon wrapped up its fall product launch event in style. The company announced new gadgets including a home robot named Astro, the company's first smart thermostat to rival Google Nest, and the wall-mountable Echo Show 15 smart speaker.

Features and colors of 2022 SKODA OCTAVIA and SUPERB leaked

SKODA will launch its 2022 OCTAVIA and SUPERB sedans in India soon. As per a fresh leak, the OCTAVIA will offer an anti-theft alarm with interior monitoring and a Graphite Gray exterior shade.

Xiaomi CIVI will not be launched in the global markets

Xiaomi's CIVI, which went official earlier this week, will remain a "Mainland China-only device," the tech giant has confirmed to Android Authority. This means that the handset will not debut in the global markets.

Pfizer is testing new anti-COVID-19 pill. How does it work?

Biopharmaceutical company Pfizer on Monday said that it has started middle-to-late stage clinical trial of an anti-COVID-19 pill to tackle the disease.

'The Harder They Fall' trailer is gory, but stylish Western

Netflix dropped the trailer for Idris Elba-led Western The Harder They Fall recently and we are blown away!

Google Pixel 6 series tipped to start at €548

Google is expected to launch its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones on October 19.

Mercedes-Maybach marks its centenary with two limited-edition cars

To commemorate the centenary of its first production car, Mercedes-Maybach has revealed its GLS Edition 100 and S-Class Edition 100 models. Their production is limited to 100 units each.

'The Boys' spin-off series gets a green signal from Amazon

Amazon has finally given a green signal to the spin-off of their hit series The Boys.

Rafael Nadal vs Andy Murray: Decoding the stats

Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray is set to take on Kei Nishikori in the opening round at the San Diego Open.

Tata Safari Gold first impression: Premium and feature-rich special edition

Special editions are an innovative way of constantly improving your product and also keeping it fresh in the minds of the buyers.

Serum gets nod for Novavax trial in 7-11 age group

The Serum Institute of India (SII) has received the approval to conduct trials of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine in children aged between seven and 11 years.

Realme Q3s, with Snapdragon 778G chipset, to debut in October

Realme will launch a new budget-range smartphone, the Q3s, in October this year, the company's Vice-President for China has announced while confirming the handset's moniker.

KTM

Ahead of India launch, 2021 KTM RC 125's specifications leaked

KTM is said to introduce the 2021 iteration of its RC 125 motorbike in the Indian market in the coming weeks.

WhatsApp multi-device could eventually support multiple mobile devices: Details here

After many years of waiting, WhatsApp's multi-device support finally made its way to users earlier this year. The feature allows users to link one WhatsApp account to one primary smartphone and up to four additional devices.

Vivo V23e gets certified on Bluetooth SIG platform; launch imminent

Vivo seems to be working on a new V-series smartphone, the V23e, as a successor to the V21e model.

Tata Motors discontinues its Harrier CAMO edition SUV in India

Tata Motors has discontinued the CAMO edition of its Harrier SUV in India. It was available in six trim levels: XT, XT+, XZ, XZA, XZ+, and XZA+.