02 May 2022

Sri Lanka crisis: Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena calls for fresh elections

Amid the deepening economic crisis in Sri Lanka, former president and Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) chief Maithripala Sirisena called for fresh elections on Sunday.

IPL 2022: KKR beat RR, end five-match losing streak

Kolkata Knight Riders have beaten Rajasthan Royals in match number 47 of the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) season at Wankhede, Mumbai.

'PMO's pre-planned conspiracy': Gujarat MLA Jignesh Mevani on his arrest

Gujarat MLA Jignesh Mevani on Monday alleged his recent arrest was a pre-planned conspiracy "designed" by the Prime Minister's Office to "destroy" him ahead of the 2022 Gujarat polls.

'Janhit Mein Jaari': Nushrratt Bharuccha's film gets official release date

Nushrratt Bharuccha's film Janhit Mein Jaari gets a release date and a bold new poster!

IPL 2022: SRH's Washington Sundar injures his bowling hand again

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder Washington Sundar has injured his bowling hand again.

Karnataka: Amit Shah's visit sparks leadership change, cabinet rejig rumors

Home Minister Amit Shah will arrive in Bengaluru late on Monday amid rumors of a leadership change in Karnataka ahead of the 2023 Assembly elections.

Met Gala: Celebrating 5 best looks of Indians over years

Get your inner fashion enthusiast prepped for Met Gala 2022!

Haryana revises school timings due to heatwave: Check details here

Owing to the intense heatwave spell in northwest India, the Haryana government has issued an order revising timings for all public and private schools in the state.

5 tips to get over your crush

Are you still moping over your lost crush? Let us help you.

IPL 2022, KKR vs RR: Shreyas Iyer elects to field

Two-time IPL winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 47th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

Mother's Day unique gift ideas: Take it up a notch

This Mother's Day, gift something unique to your beloved mother to express your love, appreciation, and gratitude.

Sony BRAVIA X75K 4K TV launched in India: Check features

Sony has launched its latest smart TV, BRAVIA X75K 4K, in India.

'Puzhu' trailer: Mammootty's son wants to murder him? But why?

Puzhu (meaning worm) makers have shared another trailer for the upcoming film ahead of its premiere.

IPL 2022: Will CSK bounce back under skipper MS Dhoni?

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) thumped Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 13 runs to clinch their third win in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Sunday.

How to beat the heat to sleep well in summers

We are quite aware of the importance of enough sleep in our fast-paced lives, and we also know our health can decline and the mind can go numb with an unhealthy sleep cycle.

Raj Thackeray's Aurangabad event violated 16 conditions; police action likely

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray delivered a fiery, controversial speech in a packed Aurangabad venue on Maharashtra Day (Sunday).

Hyundai i30 N gets Drive-N Limited Edition variant: Check features

South Korean automaker Hyundai has revealed the Drive-N Limited Edition variant of its i30 N performance-oriented hatchback. Its production is limited to 800 units worldwide.

'Sarkaru Vaari Paata' trailer: Mahesh Babu and his swoonworthy swag

The trailer for Sarkaru Vaari Paata (meaning Government's bid) is finally here!

Power crisis: Home Minister Amit Shah holds high-level meeting

Amid a power crisis in India, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reportedly convened a high-level meeting on Monday to review the situation.

Decoding the stats of Rafael Nadal at Madrid Open

The world's marquee tennis stars are set to feature in the Mutua Madrid Open, the prestigious ATP Masters 1000 event.

#Mother'sDay: How a daughter made her mom's wish come true

Mother's Day is observed every year on the second Sunday of May in several countries.

On Satyajit Ray's birth-anniversary, know how he discovered Sharmila Tagore

Legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray is known for his multi-faceted talent and his evergreen creations.

Prashant Kishor's latest tweet hints at new start: Details here

Barely a week after declining the Congress's offer to join the party, political strategist Prashant Kishor on Monday tweeted it was "time to go to the Real Masters."

Sensex closes at 56,976 points, Nifty settles below 17,100

The stock market in India ended on a sluggish note but off its early lows on Monday, as the Sensex settled at 56,975.99 points and the Nifty stood at 17,069.1.

Netflix pulls the plug off Meghan Markle-backed animated series 'Pearl'

Meghan Markle's animated series Pearl has been reportedly silently nixed by Netflix.

TVS Ntorq 125 XT goes official at Rs. 1.03 lakh

TVS Motor Company has finally launched the XT variant of its Ntorq 125 scooter in India.

COVID-19: India logs 3,157 new cases, 26 more deaths

India on Monday reported over 3,100 new COVID-19 cases, a decline of around 200 cases from the previous day.

Met Gala: Know all about the 'Oscars' of fashion world

Fashion's biggest night out, the Met Gala is set to take place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2.

Too hot to handle! Here's how to prevent a heatstroke

Reading summer poems by Western poets, I an Indian child huffing and puffing in the summer heat always wondered what was wrong with them.

BJP leader Shweta Gaur's death: Husband killed her, claims family

Uttar Pradesh BJP leader Shweta Singh Gaur allegedly died by suicide in the state's Banda last week.

Adivi Sesh-led 'HIT: The Second Case' gets date, new poster

HIT: The Second Case has finally got a release date!

2022 Madrid Open: Sorribes Tormo ousts Osaka, win for Raducanu

Spain's Sara Sorribes Tormo stunned former world number one, Naomi Osaka, in straight sets in the Round of 32 of the 2022 Madrid Open.

Vijay Babu steps down from AMMA amid sexual assault case

Kerala actor and producer Vijay Babu, who has been charged with sexual assault, has stepped down from the executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).

This is the world's first airport for flying taxis

Urban-Air Port has set up a demonstration site for its upcoming Air One vertiport—an airport for electric aircraft that land and take off vertically—in Coventry, UK.

No individual can be forced to get vaccinated: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Monday said no individual can be forced to get vaccinated as "bodily integrity is part of the fundamental right to life under Article 21."

'Acharya': How much did Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan and others charge?

Acharya has been a dampener at the box office having collected only Rs. 51.80 crore (roughly) at the end of day three.

Xiaomi 12 Pro goes on sale in India: Check offers

Xiaomi's latest flagship smartphone, the 12 Pro, is now available for purchase in India.

IPL 2022, GT vs PBKS: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

A belligerent-looking Gujarat Titans (GT) face Punjab Kings (PBKS) in match number 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Tuesday.

PM Modi arrives in Berlin as part of Europe tour

PM Narendra Modi on Monday arrived in Berlin, Germany, the first stop on his three-day, three-nation tour to Europe. It also marks his first international tour in 2022.

5 homemade body scrubs for different skin needs

Exfoliation is important not only for your face but also for your body in order to eliminate the dead skin cells and reveal healthy, radiant, and glowing skin.

2022 Jeep Meridian review: Should you buy it?

Jeep is best known for its Compass and Wrangler SUVs in India but it is now keen to expand its range with an array of new products. One of the first launches planned for this year is the Meridian.

IPL 2022, KKR vs RR: Pitch report, stats, streaming details

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) would be taking on Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match number 47 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Monday.

OPPO Reno8 tipped to debut in June: Check specifications

OPPO is gearing up to introduce a new Reno8 smartphone in the coming weeks.

The right way to use retinol

Well-known for its anti-aging benefits, retinol is a vitamin A derivative that has become quite popular in the world of skincare.

'Learned my lesson': Dharmendra shares health update after hospitalization

Bollywood legend Dharmendra, who was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai recently, shared a video online where he talked about the lessons he learned from that episode.

Delhi to get relief from heatwave starting today: Check details

Heatwave conditions in Delhi and adjoining areas of northwestern and central India are likely to subside from Monday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.

5 shows that have been renewed by Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video, at their event See where it takes you held on Thursday, announced a wide slate of new offerings.

Mahindra XUV300 (facelift) to debut in India by early-2023

Homegrown automaker Mahindra is likely to launch the facelifted version of its XUV300 car in India around January next year.

International Harry Potter Day 2022: Lesser-known facts about the books

A day for Potterheads to rejoice and reread Harry Potter books, International Harry Potter Day came to existence after then British Prime Minister David Cameron's announcement in 2012.

Suzuki introduces 2023 Escudo hybrid SUV in Japan: Check features

Suzuki has announced the return of the Escudo SUV in Japan after being discontinued for a short time.

Say cheese! 5 healthiest varieties to include in your diet

Cheese, a dairy product, comes in many different textures and flavors. They are loaded with nutrients but are also calorie-high.

Tata Harrier SUV gets two new shades in India

Tata Motors has introduced two new color options for its Harrier SUV in India, namely Tropical Mist and Royale Blue.

'John Wick: Chapter 4': Trailer, Reeves's new weapon, cast details

CinemaCon 2022 recently closed with John Wick: Chapter 4's first-look trailer during Lionsgate's panel.

iQOO Neo 6 SE set to launch on May 6

iQOO has confirmed the launch of a new Neo series handset in China. The Neo 6 SE will be introduced on May 6, according to an official Weibo post.

01 May 2022

New Omicron sub-variants can trigger new COVID-19 wave: Study

Scientists in South Africa have found that new Omicron subvariants—BA.4 and BA.5—are capable enough to evade immunity and trigger a new COVID-19 wave, Reuters reported.

IPL 2022: CSK beat SRH with Dhoni back as captain

Chennai Super Kings beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 46th match of the Indian Premier League 2022 season on Sunday.

Delhi: Rainfall on May 5 to bring relief from heatwave

Delhi is likely to witness some relief from the ongoing heatwave as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted rainfall in the national capital on Thursday (May 5).

Queen Latifah's CBS drama 'The Equalizer' gets new showrunners

The crew behind CBS's highly-acclaimed series The Equalizer has witnessed a reported shake-up.

Current COVID-19 surge can't be termed 4th wave: ICMR official

The current surge in India's daily COVID-19 cases cannot be considered the fourth wave of the pandemic, a top Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) official said on Sunday.

IPL 2022, KKR vs RR: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

Two-time IPL winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 47th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Monday.

IPL 2022, all-round LSG overcome DC: Records broken

Lucknow Super Giants beat Delhi Capitals in match number 45 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Sunday.

'KGF: Chapter 2' BO domination continues! Collects Rs. 1,000cr worldwide

Kannada film KGF: Chapter 2 has turned out to be one of the biggest-ever films in Indian cinema.

IPL 2022, SRH vs CSK: Kane Williamson elects to field

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) take on Chennai Super Kings in the 46th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

Ferrari Purosangue SUV spied on test; design details revealed

Italian supercar maker Ferrari will unveil its Purosangue SUV in the third quarter of this year. It should also arrive in India.

Bihar: Woman accused of extramarital affair tied to pole, thrashed

In a horrific incident, a woman in Bihar's Rohtas district was on Friday tied to an electric pole and savagely beaten up, the police said on Sunday.

Decoding Cheteshwar Pujara's sensational run for Sussex in County Cricket

Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara hammered his second double-century in the ongoing County Championship Division Two.

Flipkart page reveals Vivo T1 Pro 5G's camera, fast-charging details

Vivo is all set to launch the T1 Pro 5G in India on May 4. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed the main camera and fast-charging details of the phone via a landing page on Flipkart.

2023 Bajaj Pulsar 125 previewed in spy shot: Check features

Bajaj Auto is expected to launch the next-generation Pulsar 125 bike in India by early-2023.

DoT withdraws notification regarding mandatory testing of smartphones, cameras, smartwatches

Amid widespread backlash, the Department of Telecom has decided to withdraw its notification to carry out compulsory testing and certification of consumer electronic products.

Angelina Jolie visits Ukrainian city Lviv, meets war-displaced people

Hollywood actor-philanthropist Angelina Jolie paid a surprise visit to Ukraine's Lviv city on Saturday.

Car sales in India in April: Tata Motors grows 66%

The automobile industry in India is going through a tumultuous phase due to rising input costs and COVID 19-related disruptions.

Maharashtra: Minister warns of reintroducing mask rule if cases rise

In the wake of rising COVID-19 cases, Maharashtra's Health Minister Rajesh Tope said on Sunday the mandatory mask rule will be reinstated if infections continue to surge.

Premier League, Manchester City thrash Leeds; Norwich relegated: Key numbers

Manchester City demolished Leeds United 4-0 to return back to the top of the Premier League 2021-22 standings.

Is Ducati Multistrada V2 better than Triumph Tiger 900 GT?

Italian motorcycle giant Ducati had recently launched the Multistrada V2 in the Indian market, to replace the aging Multistrada 950.

Real Madrid win 35th La Liga title: Records broken

Real Madrid thrashed Espanyol 4-0 to win a 35th La Liga title.

Marathon meetings for PM Modi on Europe tour from Monday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Germany, Denmark, and France from Monday (May 2) to Wednesday (May 4).

Wang Zhi Yi wins Badminton Asia Championships: Key stats

Unseeded Wang Zhi Yi beat the world champion, Akane Yamaguchi, in the final of the 2022 Badminton Asia Championships on Sunday.

IPL 2022, DC vs LSG: KL Rahul elects to bat

Delhi Capitals (DC) face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match number 45 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Sunday.

Another woman accuses Vijay Babu of sexual assault: Details here

Days after Malayalam actor-producer Vijay Babu was charged with rape, another woman has leveled sexual assault allegations against him.

2,500 IPL runs for Jos Buttler: Decoding his numbers

On Saturday, Rajasthan Royals' (RR) opening batter Jos Buttler smashed a 52-ball 67 against Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 44th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022.

Vedanta looking to raise $3B to become India's first chipmaker

Vedanta is leaving no stones unturned as it pushes to become India's first chipmaker. The company is now in talks with banks to raise $2.5-$3 billion to boost its semiconductor and display manufacturing plans.

2022 Madrid Open: Halep beats Badosa, win for Anisimova

Former World No. 1 Simona Halep ousted number two seed Paula Badosa in the round of 32 of the 2022 Madrid Open.

IPL 2022, SRH vs CSK: Pitch report, stats, streaming details

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face defending champions Chennai Super Kings in the 46th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Sunday.

IMD releases list of India's hottest cities: Check here

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a list of the hottest cities in the country that recorded maximum temperatures above 44 °C on Friday.

IPL 2022, DC vs LSG: Pitch report, stats, streaming details

Sixth-placed Delhi Capitals (DC) will take on third-placed Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match number 45 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Sunday.

Royal Enfield removes important feature from Meteor 350, Himalayan bikes

Due to the global semiconductor shortage, Royal Enfield has removed Tripper Navigation as a standard feature on the Meteor 350 and Himalayan bikes in India, and reduced their prices by Rs. 5,000.

SRK's Knight Riders to build world-class cricket stadium in LA

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Knight Riders Group (KRG) is set to build a world-class cricket stadium in the US's Greater Los Angeles metropolitan area.

Long-range Tata Nexon EV's India launch set for May 11

Homegrown automaker Tata Motors is set to launch the highly-anticipated long-range version of its popular Nexon EV in the Indian market on May 11.

OnePlus 10 Pro trails 2-year-old smartphones in DXOMARK's camera tests

OnePlus 10 Pro, the company's latest and greatest smartphone yet, has scored 127 points in DXOMARK's camera tests, placing it at the 27th position in global rankings.

Meethi Eid: 5 mouth-watering traditional delicacies

With the sacred month of Ramzan coming to an end, the Muslim community is all set to celebrate Meethi Eid or Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of Roza (fasting).

Let's celebrate 5 best talk show hosts of all time

Ellen DeGeneres revealed on Friday she had taped the final episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show after hosting it for 19 seasons over two decades.

BMW

Prior to unveiling, 2023 BMW X1 compact SUV teased

German automaker BMW will preview its next-generation X1 SUV in France on May 2. It might also be unveiled on the same day.

2022 Zongshen Cyclone RT2 debuts in China in five shades

Chinese automaker Zongshen has launched the 2022 iteration of its Cyclone RT2 ADV scooter in its home country.

Sikkim International Flower Festival: Where flowers and food come together

One of India's most picturesque places, Sikkim is in full bloom in during May.

Honda Super Cub 110 Pro gets an update in Japan

Japanese automaker Honda has revealed the 2022 iteration of its much-venerated Super Cub 110 Pro moped in its home country.

QJ SRK 400 goes official in Europe with eye-catching looks

Chinese automaker QJ Motor has revealed a new naked street racer dubbed the SRK 400 for the European market. It will retail at a price tag of €5,800 (around Rs. 4.68 lakh).

World Laughter Day: Why you should laugh more

Kids find humor in everything! Once, while traveling in the metro with my grandmother, a large butterfly boarded our coach. Fluttering around, it perched on my grandma's head.