18 May 2022

IPL 2022: LSG qualify for playoffs after beating KKR

Kolkata Knight Riders were beaten by Lucknow Super Giants in the 66th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Wednesday.

Professor demands gun license from PM after Gyanvapi 'shivling' comments

Delhi University's History professor Ratan Lal has stated that he has received online threats as a result of his controversial remarks concerning the shivling found at Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi.

Russian President Vladimir Putin undergoes new surgery

Days after former British spy Christopher Steele claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "seriously ill," Express reported that he recently underwent a surgery to remove fluid from his abdomen.

Chattogram Test, Day 4: Bangladesh on top versus Sri Lanka

Bangladesh are on top against Sri Lanka on Day 4 of the first Test underway in Chattogram.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 earbuds launched at Rs. 25,000

Sennheiser has introduced its flagship Momentum True Wireless 3 truly wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds in India.

Anderson, Broad return as England announce Test squad versus NZ

A 13-member England cricket team squad has been announced for the first two Tests against New Zealand.

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

Two-time winners, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 66th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Wednesday.

'Spiderhead' trailer: Suspense, treachery drive Chris Hemsworth-led thriller

The trailer of Netflix's new mind-bending thriller, Spiderhead, is here!

Mushfiqur Rahim surpasses 5,000 career Test runs: Decoding the numbers

Bangladesh senior batter Mushfiqur Rahim has gone past the 5,000-run mark in Test cricket.

Triumph Tiger 1200 to debut in India on May 24

Triumph will launch its Tiger 1200 range in India on May 24. The announcement was made by the brand on social media.

2022 TVS iQube e-scooter launched in India at Rs. 98,654

TVS Motor Company has launched an updated version of its all-electric iQube scooter in India at a starting price of Rs. 98,654. It is now available in three variants: iQube, iQube S, and iQube ST.

Rivaling Amazon, Walmart-backed PhonePe to buy two wealth management firms

Walmart-owned payments platform PhonePe is set to acquire two investment technology firms WelathDesk and OpenQ for a combined value of $75 million.

Succession law: Centre supports provision prioritizing husband's kin

The Centre supported a clause in the succession law that says if a woman dies without leaving a will, the husband's family takes precedence over her own parents.

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal resigns citing 'personal reasons'

The Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Anil Baijal resigned from his post on Wednesday citing "personal reasons".

'Tezaab': Madhuri Dixit, Anil Kapoor's classic gearing up for remake

Another Bollywood classic is on its way to getting a "modern" remake!

iQOO Neo 6 to launch in India on May 31

iQOO is prepping up to introduce its Neo 6 smartphone in the Indian market.

12 killed in salt factory wall collapse in Gujarat's Morbi

At least 12 laborers were killed and 15 feared trapped after a wall of a salt factory in the Morbi district of Gujarat collapsed around 12 pm on Wednesday.

Johnny-Amber defamation trial: From poop incident to abusive audio clips

After completing her testimony on Monday, actor Amber Heard returned to the stands on Tuesday for cross-examination.

Ahead of launch in India, Jeep Meridian receives 1,200 bookings

Jeep will launch its Meridian SUV in India tomorrow i.e. May 19. To recall, the company had opened the order books for the car on May 3.

Rajiv Gandhi assassination case: SC orders Perarivalan's release

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered release of AG Perarivalan, a life-term convict, who served over 30 years in the former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's assassination case.

Sensex closes at 54,209 points, Nifty settles below 16,250

The stock market on Wednesday slipped into the red, pausing a two-day upward trend. The Sensex settled at 54,209 points and the Nifty stood at 16,240 points.

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Twitter says Elon Musk signed acquisition deal without due diligence

In the preliminary proxy statement filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission related to the deal with Elon Musk, Twitter has claimed that Musk had opted out of asking any questions about the company's business.

Diesel variants of Hyundai GRAND i10 NIOS and AURA axed

Hyundai has axed the diesel variants of its GRAND i10 NIOS hatchback and AURA compact sedan in India.

IPL 2022: Kane Williamson leaves bio-bubble; to miss remaining matches

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Kane Williamson has left the bio-bubble post the win over Mumbai Indians on Wednesday in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

5 most scenic bus routes in India

They say the journey is more important than the destination, and, when it comes to traveling, they are right.

Golden Boot race: Statistical comparison between Salah and Son

The Golden Boot race for the Premier League 2021-22 season is set to head into the final gameweek on Sunday.

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Twitter executive summoned over 'no action' against Kunal Kamra's video

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has summoned Twitter India's Communications Director to appear before it on Wednesday for not acting against comedian Kunal Kamra.

Realme Narzo 50 5G series launched in India: Details here

Realme's Narzo 50 5G series has arrived in India and it includes the vanilla 50 and 50 Pro models. The handsets are powered by Dimensity 810 and Dimensity 920 chipsets, respectively.

Sheena Bora murder: SC grants bail to Indrani Mukerjea

The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted bail to former media executive Indrani Mukerjea, the main accused in the high-profile murder of her daughter, Sheena Bora, in 2012.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE F1 Edition breaks cover

German auto giant Mercedes-Benz has revealed a special version of its four-door AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE car called the F1 Edition.

Vivo X80 series launched in India starting at Rs. 55,000

Vivo has launched its flagship X80 and X80 Pro smartphones in India. The series starts at Rs. 54,999 for the 8GB/128GB model of X80.

Geneva Open: Daniil Medvedev marks a sorry return after surgery

World number two Daniil Medvedev suffered a 2-6, 6-7(5) defeat against Richard Gasquet in the round of 16 at the Geneva Open.

Premier League 2021-22: Liverpool beat Southampton, keep title hopes alive

Liverpool edged past Southampton 2-1 to take the fight for the Premier League 2021-22 title to the last gameweek on Sunday.

Cannes 2022: From Deepika Padukone to AR Rahman, Indians shine

The 75th edition of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival is distinctive for India for multiple reasons.

Was the March crash of China jet deliberate? Details here

Was the March crash of a China Eastern Airlines plane that killed 123 passengers and nine crew members deliberate?

Hyundai pulls the plug on SANTRO hatchback in India

Hyundai has officially ended the production of its entry-level SANTRO hatchback for the Indian market.

Gyanvapi Mosque survey: Singh betrayed me, alleges outgoing commissioner Mishra

After a Varanasi court removed Ajay Mishra as the advocate commissioner for leaking the Varanasi Gyanvapi Mosque survey information to media on Tuesday, the latter said he was betrayed by Vishal Singh, who is the new Chief Advocate Commissioner.

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

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will lock horns with table-toppers Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 67th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Thursday.

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

A desperate Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 66th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Wednesday.

Prior to launch, specifications of India-specific Kia EV6 revealed

South Korean automaker Kia Motors will commence pre-bookings for its EV6 electric car in India from May 26 onward and launch it in June.

Floods: Rain continues to batter Assam; death toll reaches 8

Floodwater entered fresh areas in Assam as incessant rainfall continued on Tuesday.

Paytm Mall's valuation down 99% after Alibaba, Ant Financial's exit

Paytm Mall, One97 Communications' e-commerce arm, saw a significant drop in valuation as its key backers Alibaba and Ant Financial exited the firm.

COVID-19: India reports 1,829 new cases, 33 more fatalities

India on Wednesday reported over 1,800 new COVID-19 cases, an increase of nearly 300 cases from the previous day.

Huge blow to Gujarat Congress as Hardik Patel quits party

In a huge blow to Congress, its Gujarat leader Hardik Patel resigned from the primary membership of the party on Wednesday amid speculations of infighting in the party's state unit.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition debuts with MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max SoC

OnePlus has officially launched the Ace Racing Edition smartphone in China.

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2023 BMW 3 Series, with better looks and features, revealed

German automaker BMW has introduced the 2023 iteration of its 3 Series sedan. It will be up for grabs in the US later this year.

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New BMW 3 Series teaser reveals grille design and headlights

BMW has confirmed the launch of its upcoming 3 Series facelift via a new teaser video. It showcases the new grille and headlights of the sedan, which will share a few of its design cues with the China-exclusive i3.

Xiaomi 12S Pro's specifications revealed in latest leak

Xiaomi is gearing up to introduce the 12S line-up of smartphones, which will include the 12S and 12S Pro models.

Witness the power of museums this International Museum Day

International Museum Day (IMD) is an international day held annually on or around 18 May.

5 anime films to watch on Amazon Prime Video

Anime films have been leaving audiences awestruck for years, particularly due to their superior storytelling, imaginative animation, attention to detail, layered characters, and soothing color palettes.

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Apple releases new updates for iPhones, iPads: Details here

Apple has updated its iPhone operating system to iOS 15.5. The new version has been rolled out alongside iPadOS 15.5 and macOS 12.4.

17 May 2022

IPL 2022: SRH beat MI, stay alive in playoffs race

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have beaten Mumbai Indians (MI) in match number 65 of the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) season at the Wankhede, Stadium.

SC extends demolition of Noida's Supertech twin towers: Details here

The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted an extension until August 28 for demolishing the twin towers at Supertech Emerald Court in Noida's Sector 93.

Centre eases ban on wheat export: Here are more details

Just days after banning the export of wheat, the Centre on Tuesday announced relaxations its order restricting wheat export issued on Friday.

Varanasi court removes Gyanvapi Mosque survey commissioner for leaking information

A Varanasi court on Tuesday removed Ajay Mishra as the advocate commissioner for leaking the Gyanvapi Mosque survey information.

Chattogram Test, Day 3: Tamim's ton powers Bangladesh to 318/3

Bangladesh were in complete control on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka in Chattogram.

Process Green Cards within 6 months: US presidential panel

In what could bring cheer to thousands of Indian-Americans, a US presidential advisory commission has unanimously recommended the Joe Biden Administration process all Green Cards or permanent residency applications within six months.

7 highlights from Amber Heard, Johnny Depp defamation trial

The high-profile defamation trial between ex-Hollywood couple Johnny Depp and Amber Heard has been transpiring for over a fortnight.

Here's why homestays are becoming extremely popular

Hotels have always been the best and most convenient solution to lodging during a trip.

IPL 2022, MI vs SRH: Rohit Sharma elects to field

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) face a desperate Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 65th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

Keeway enters Indian market with 2 scooters and a motorcycle

Hungarian automaker Keeway has officially entered the Indian market with Vieste 300 and Sixties 300i scooters as well as K-Light 250V cruiser bike.

How to keep your sofa clean and new looking

It doesn't matter if your sofa is made of leather or some kind of fabric. It is highly important that you keep it clean for hygiene reasons.

Infinix Note 12 VIP debuts with 120W fast-charging technology

Infinix has introduced two new Note 12-series smartphones, namely the Note 12 VIP and Note 12 G96.

Shailesh Lodha to quit 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'?

Fans of the long-running Hindi sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah might be in for some upsetting news.

COVID-19: India reports 1,569 new cases, 19 more deaths

India on Tuesday reported over 1,500 new COVID-19 cases, a decline of nearly 700 cases from the previous day.

'Nikamma' trailer: Abhimanyu Dassani charms, Shilpa Shetty dons superhero avatar

The trailer for Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Abhimanyu Dassani, and Shirley Setia's Nikamma is finally here!

French Open: 'King of Clay' Rafael Nadal eyes these milestones

The 2022 edition of the French Open is set to begin on May 22.

Coal scam: SC allows ED to interrogate Abhishek Banerjee, wife

The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to interrogate Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee and his wife Rujira Banerjee in Kolkata.

Your guide to traveling to Tirthan Valley

Located in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district, Tirthan Valley is nestled at an altitude of more than 1,600 meters above sea level and is the perfect offbeat destination to travel to this summer.

2022 Tata Nexon EV MAX review: Should you buy it?

Tata Motors has tasted immense success with its Nexon EV and now, it is keen to further consolidate its position by bringing in more derivatives of this electric SUV.

Lanka to sell national airline, print salary money amid crisis

In a televised speech on Monday, Sri Lanka's new Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe announced plans to privatize its national carrier SriLankan Airlines.

Sensex climbs to 54,318.47 points, Nifty ends above 16,250 points

The stock market on Tuesday closed in the hands of bull as the Sensex rose 2.48% to 54,318.47 points while the Nifty climbed 2.56% to 16,259.3 points.

5 workout essentials to carry in your gym bag

Are you someone who has joined the gym recently and isn't sure of what to carry in your workout bag?

Adani Group acquires Holcim's stake in Ambuja, ACC for $10.5bn

Swiss cement giant Holcim has decided to exit India by selling its business in the country to Gautam Adani-led conglomerate for $10.5 billion.

'Doctor Strange' actor Zara Phythian convicted of child sex abuse

Zara Phythian, one of the cast members of the 2016 Marvel Cinematic Universe film Doctor Strange, has been sentenced to eight years in jail.

5 stunning ideas to decorate your patio

You are one of the lucky ones if you have a patio in your house.

Southwest monsoon arrives in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: IMD

The southwest monsoon advanced into some parts of the South Bay of Bengal and the entire Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Monday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

South Africa name T20I squad for India tour: Details here

Cricket South Africa (CSA) have named a 16-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against India next month.

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Twitter doesn't believe in free speech, claims alleged employee

We have heard rumors about Twitter being biased toward the left-wing and the company's employees hating Elon Musk's proposed $44 billion acquisition.

Tata launches new XZS variant for Harrier SUV in India

Tata Motors has launched a new XZS variant of its popular Harrier SUV in India. It bears a starting price-tag of Rs. 20 lakh (ex-showroom), and sits between the XZ and range-topping XZ+.

Hotstar Specials series '9 Hours' gets release date, teaser

Disney+ Hotstar revealed the teaser of its upcoming series 9 Hours on Monday.

CBI raids P Chidambaram's son Karti Chidambaram in 'bribe-for-visa' case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday raided the residence and offices of Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on new bribery allegations involving facilitating visas for 250 Chinese nationals.

Dell G15 and G15 SE gaming laptops launched in India

Dell has unveiled its latest gaming laptops, the G15 and G15 SE, in India.

Aprilia scooter range becomes costlier in India: Check new prices

Aprilia has announced an increase in the prices of its scooter range in India.

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

Two-time winners, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 66th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Wednesday.

How to keep kids safe from the summer heat

As temperatures and humidity shoot up, the risk of falling sick also increases.

Global wheat prices surge by 6% after India's export ban

When global markets opened Monday, international wheat prices were up nearly 6% per bushel (or 27.21 kg) compared to Saturday after India's wheat export ban.

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

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) face 2016 winners, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), in match number 65 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

5 reasons why we believe 'Vikram' could be 'Kaithi's spin-off

The trailer of the upcoming Tamil film Vikram was launched on Sunday following an elaborate ceremony.

IPL 2022: Mumbai Indians sign Akash Madhwal for remaining matches

Five-time winners Mumbai Indians (MI) have signed medium-pacer Akash Madhwal as a replacement for Suryakumar Yadav for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

Common pregnancy cravings and what do they mean

It is natural for a pregnant woman to crave various foods, even if you feel strange about what you are craving.

SC to hear plea on Varanasi Gyanvapi Mosque matter today

The Supreme Court will hear the Varanasi Gyanvapi Mosque management's plea against the court-mandated videography survey on Tuesday.

Vivo Y01 launched in India at Rs. 9,000: Check features

Vivo has introduced the Y01 as its latest entry-level budget smartphone in India.

5 natural and homemade hair dyes

Hair dyes available in the market are usually loaded with harsh chemicals that can damage your hair and make it rough, dry, and frizzy.

LIC IPO debuts on Dalal Street at discounted price

Following a much-awaited Initial Public Offering (IPO), LIC has made its debut on Dalal Street.

5 skincare benefits of mandelic acid

Many skincare products that we use today contain exfoliating acids that claim to improve your skin texture, prevent signs of aging and make your skin soft, healthy, and smooth.

New-generation Toyota Innova to debut in India around Diwali

Japanese automaker Toyota will introduce the next-generation iteration of its Innova MPV (codenamed 560B) in India around Diwali this year.

5 Bollywood actors who have faced financial crisis

Even the biggest names from Bollywood have found themselves in financial crises once.

World Hypertension Day 2022: Definition, types, and prevention

Observed on May 17 every year, World Hypertension Day is celebrated to raise awareness about the prevention of hypertension, its harmful effects, and how to detect it and manage healthy blood pressure.

5 underrated romantic comedies to watch on Netflix

Who doesn't like a feel-good, soul-stirring romcom?

OPPO Reno8 series to be launched on May 23

OPPO has officially confirmed the launch date for the Reno8 series in China.