24 May 2022

IPL 2022: Gujarat Titans overcome Rajasthan Royals to reach final

Gujarat Titans overcame Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Tuesday.

Presidential polls: BJP, Opposition parties begin preparations in full swing

With the presidential elections due in July, both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Opposition parties have begun preparations in full swing.

Centre calls meeting with restaurant body over 'forced' service charge

Following consumer complaints, the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA) lambasted restaurants for forcing consumers to pay service charges "often fixed at arbitrarily high rates."

Top 5 fashion movies we got from Hollywood

Although a plethora of reasons makes a film worth remembering, a few movies are best applauded for the sartorial opulence and elegance they bring onscreen.

Gyanvapi case: Varanasi court to hear maintainability plea on Thursday

The Varanasi district court will begin its hearing on the maintainability of the Gyanvapi-Shringar Gauri complex case on Thursday.

'Jeena Zaroori Hai' featuring Sidharth Shukla: Makers defend song's release

Late last week, actor Vishal Kotian and Photofit Music Company unveiled a music video titled Jeena Zaroori Hai.

Redmi Note 11T Pro and 11T Pro+ announced: Check specifications

Xiaomi has finally introduced its Redmi Note 11T Pro series in China, which includes the Note 11T Pro and Note 11T Pro+ models.

Heard lost $50M due to Depp's 'fake' domestic violence claims

The defamation trial between ex-spouses Amber Heard and Johnny Depp has entered its final week.

IPL 2022, Qualifier 1: Hardik Pandya elects to bowl

Gujarat Titans (GT) face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Tuesday.

2022 Women's T20 Challenge, Velocity beat Supernovas: Records broken

Velocity have beaten Supernovas in match number two of the 2022 Women's T20 Challenge at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune.

ASUS launches gaming monitor that refreshes 500 times per second

ASUS has added a new member to its Republic of Gamers' (ROG) monitor line-up, called the 'ROG Swift 500Hz' gaming monitor. It was unveiled in Taiwan at the Computex 2022.

Can't revive temple at Qutub Minar, a protected monument: ASI

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) on Tuesday submitted its response to Delhi's Saket court, opposing a plea to revive a temple at the site of the Qutub Minar.

5 most expensive but weird foods in the world

What are the weirdest yet the costliest foods you can think of? This list might shock many!

2nd Test, Day 2: Sri Lanka start well against Bangladesh

The second Test between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka is nicely poised at stumps on Day 2.

Srinagar: J&K cop killed by terrorists, daughter injured

A Jammu and Kashmir Police cop was killed on Tuesday when terrorists opened fire at him in Srinagar's Soura area.

KTM

Is 2022 KTM RC 390 better than Kawasaki Ninja 300?

Austrian two-wheeler marque KTM has launched the long-awaited 2022 RC 390 in India. The bike has received a major overhaul after quite a while.

Realme GT Neo 3 to get a 512GB storage variant

Realme has confirmed the arrival of a new, top-end variant of its GT Neo 3 smartphone.

5 expert tips for buying antique furniture

If you want to give your home a vintage look, here are some expert tips to help you buy the best antique furniture.

Xiaomi TV ES Pro 86-inch, with 120Hz refresh rate, launched

Xiaomi has launched its latest smart TV, called the TV ES Pro 86-inch, in China.

Zomato's loss widens to Rs. 359cr despite 75% revenue increase

Food delivery platform Zomato released a contrasting March quarter report. In Q4 of FY22, the company posted a consolidated net loss of Rs. 359.7 crore, up from Rs. 134.2 crore in Q4 of FY21.

Getting inked? Here are some things to bear in mind

Tattoos excite many of us. However, overthinking designs, purpose, and pondering on possible health implications only delays our decision and often results in us dropping the idea altogether.

2022 French Open: Daniil Medvedev breezes past Facundo Bagnis

World number two Daniil Medvedev breezed past Argentina's Facundo Bagnis in the opening round of the 2022 French Open.

Punjab: CM Bhagwant Mann sacks health minister over corruption charges

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann ousted the state's Health Minister Vijay Singla from the Punjab cabinet on Tuesday after strong evidence of corruption was allegedly found against him.

Watch: Tesla Model Y catches fire; narrow escape for driver

Tesla's all-electric SUV, the Model Y, caught fire in a strange but scary incident in Canada.

Polestar 3 SUV to break cover in October: Check features

Polestar has confirmed the launch of its all-electric Polestar 3 SUV. The vehicle will debut in October as a performance-oriented offering.

Mutilated body of 'missing' Haryanvi singer found, two arrested

The Haryana Police found the body of a singer in Rohtak on Sunday evening.

5 ways to lower your blood sugar naturally

Also called hyperglycemia, high blood sugar usually occurs when your body has low insulin or cannot use the insulin properly.

Sensex slips to 54,053 points, Nifty settles below 16,200

On Tuesday, the Indian equity benchmarks extended their fall for the second straight session.

'A partnership of trust': PM Modi on India-US relations

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday told PM Narendra Modi he was committed to making the Indo-American partnership "among the closest on Earth."

2022 French Open: Novak Djokovic through to second round

Men's singles world number one Novak Djokovic began his French Open journey this year with a straight-set win over Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka.

Centre reconstitutes Inter-State Council; Modi to be chairman: Details here

The central government has reconstituted the Inter-State Council (ISC) with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as its Chairman to promote and support cooperative federalism in the country.

5 stuffed vegetable recipes that you are going to love

If you are bored of vegetables cooked in the usual traditional way, then try some stuffed vegetables to give a refreshing touch to your food palate.

Snap slashes its Q2 outlook; shares tumble 30%

An internal memo from Evan Spiegel, the CEO of Snap Inc., to his employees has sent the company's shares spiraling downward.

Daniel Vettori, Andre Borovec named Australia's assistant coaches: Details here

Former New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori has been appointed the assistant coach of the Australia men's cricket team.

'Kushi' shooting: Samantha, Vijay Deverakonda not injured, producer clarifies

Multiple reports surfaced on social media on Monday stating that actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Vijay Deverakonda had sustained injuries while shooting for Kushi.

Weather update: Rains in north India, flood fury in Assam

Heavy rains, accompanied by lightning and thunderstorms, lashed Delhi-NCR on Monday bringing down the minimum temperature to 17.2 °C.

Your guide to traveling to Munnar

Situated at an altitude of 1828.8 meters in the Idukki district of Kerala, Munnar served as one of the summer resorts of the British back in colonial times.

COVID-19: India logs 1,675 fresh cases, 31 more deaths

India on Tuesday reported over 1,600 new COVID-19 cases, a decline of more than 300 cases from the previous day.

Triumph Tiger 1200 launched in India at Rs. 19.2 lakh

British automaker Triumph has launched its Tiger 1200 bike in India. It is offered in four variants, namely GT Pro, GT Explorer, Rally Pro, and Rally Explorer.

Why you need sheet masks and why you don't

A sheet mask is made out of thin pieces of cloth that are designed to fit the shape of your face.

Monkeypox: Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan prepare to fight against virus

Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra are reportedly gearing up to prevent monkeypox from entering their territories.

Brother's Day 2022: 5 ways to bond with your brother

National Brother's Day is observed every year on May 24 to celebrate the special bond with your brother and appreciate their presence in your life.

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2': All records broken by Kartik Aaryan's horror-comedy

Kartik Aaryan's latest release Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, directed by Anees Bazmee, is proving beneficial for both Bollywood and the actor.

Kia EV6 to be launched in India on June 2

Kia Motors will officially introduce its all-electric EV6 crossover in India on June 2. The company will commence pre-bookings for the car on May 26.

SpaceX president labels sexual misconduct allegations against Elon Musk false

Gwynne Shotwell, president of SpaceX, has come out to support Elon Musk against sexual misconduct allegations. Musk has categorically denied the allegations.

Air India employees asked to vacate colonies by July 26

Nearly 2,000 employees of Air India (AI) have been asked to vacate the government-owned housing colonies in Delhi and Mumbai by July 26.

Porsche Taycan GTS Hockenheimring Edition celebrates the track's 90th anniversary

Porsche has revealed the 'Hockenheimring Edition' of its Taycan GTS car. It will be up for grabs in select European markets, including Germany.

T Rajendar hospitalized; son Silambarasan TR to issue statement soon

Veteran Kollywood actor, filmmaker, and politician T Rajendar reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest earlier this month.

OPPO Pad Air goes official with Snapdragon 680 SoC

OPPO has introduced its latest tablet, called the Pad Air, in China.

Quad emerged as 'force for good': PM Modi in Japan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, or the Quad, has emerged as a "force for good" and is helping Indo-Pacific become a "better region."

'Stranger Things 4' is 'biggest season yet.' Here's why

The countdown for Stranger Things 4 has begun!

KTM

2022 KTM RC 390 goes official at Rs. 3.14 lakh

Austrian automaker KTM has launched the 2022 version of its RC 390 bike in India. Bookings for the vehicle are open.

5 popular wedding destinations in Italy

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker had a dream wedding in Portofino, Italy over the weekend with family and close friends in attendance.

National Scavenger Hunt Day 2022: History, significance and more

National Scavenger Hunt Day is observed on May 24 every year to celebrate the hunting game and motivate children to participate and solve a series of clues to win it.

CFMOTO launches 2023 150NK streetfighter bike: Check features

Chinese automaker CFMOTO has launched the 2023 version of its streetfighter bike, the 150NK in the Australian market.

5 most controversial Hollywood films of all time

Since the inception of cinema, numerous films have gone under the scanner and sparked controversies due to multiple reasons.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad (2022) debuts with Snapdragon 680 chipset

Lenovo has unveiled its latest tablet, the Xiaoxin Pad (2022), in China.

Top 5 Hollywood films celebrating female friendships

Whether they are an average group of friends or bandits, Hollywood has given us some of the most memorable female friendships.

Maruti Suzuki Brezza spied during TVC shoot; India launch soon

Maruti Suzuki should launch its Brezza subcompact SUV in India next month. The "Vitara" suffix will reportedly get dropped from the car's name.

23 May 2022

Bundesliga 2021-22: Champions Bayern Munich's season in numbers

FC Bayern concluded their campaign in Bundesliga 2021-22 with a 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg at the Volkswagen Arena on May 14.

2022 Women's T20 Challenge, Supernovas beat Trailblazers: Records broken

Supernovas beat defending champions Trailblazers in the opening match of the 2022 Women's T20 Challenge at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune.

Made our democracy strong, resilient: PM Modi in Tokyo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government had made Indian democracy robust and resilient in the past eight years.

Bihar: Nitish Kumar's caste census puts BJP on sticky wicket

The Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar, announced on Monday that his government would soon begin work on a caste census after receiving views from all parties.

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala-backed Akasa Air reveals first pictures

Akasa Air, backed by stock market maverick Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, released pictures of its first aircraft on Monday.

China contemplating attack on Taiwan, leaked audio clip suggests

China may be planning an attack on Taiwan, an audio clip leaked by a human rights activist suggests so, as per an HT report.

French Open: Nadal claims his 106th win; Krejcikova crashes out

Spanish maestro Rafael Nadal overcame Australia's Jordan Thompson in the first round of the 2022 French Open on Monday.

Dhaka Test: Unbeaten hundreds from Mushfiqur, Litton highlight Day 1

Day 1 of the Dhaka Test witnessed an ugly start from Bangladesh, who were reduced to 24/5 in 6.5 overs against Sri Lanka.

Salman Khan's action-comedy to feature Jassie Gill, Siddharth Nigam: Report

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has several upcoming projects.

OPPO Reno8 series goes official: Check specifications and prices

OPPO has finally introduced its Reno8 series of smartphones in China which includes the vanilla Reno8, Reno8 Pro, and Reno8 Pro+ models.

'The Tribe': Kriti Sanon starts entrepreneurial journey, launches 'passion project'

After eight successful years in Bollywood, Kriti Sanon has started her journey as an entrepreneur.

La Liga 2021-22: Barcelona's season in numbers

Barcelona suffered a 0-2 defeat to Villarreal in their final league match of La Liga 2021-22 in gameweek 38.

Chris Pratt, Katherine Schwarzenegger welcome second daughter: Details inside

In a piece of exciting news, Hollywood actor Chris Pratt and his wife and writer, Katherine Schwarzenegger, have welcomed their second daughter.

Your guide to traveling to Chamba

The Himachal Pradesh hill station Chamba is situated at an altitude of about 1,006 meters at the confluence of river Ravi and its tributary, river Sai.

AMD

Corsair's first-ever gaming laptop debuts with AMD internals, touch bar

Corsair has unveiled its first-ever gaming laptop, the Voyager a1600. The product is equipped with AMD Ryzen 6000-series processors and Radeon RX 6800M GPU.

5 Spanish dishes that are loved across the world

Spanish cuisine makes the most of local produce and uses a wide variety of seafood and is extremely flavorful and unique in taste.

Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS corporate edition goes official in India

South Korean automaker Hyundai has launched the 'corporate edition' of its Grand i10 NIOS hatchback in India. It is based on the Magna trim.

Massive asteroid to fly by Earth on May 27

According to NASA, an asteroid that is four times the size of the Empire State Building will get really close to Earth on May 27.

AC Milan win 2021/22 Serie A title: Key numbers

AC Milan beat Sassuolo 3-0 on gameweek 38 to end their 11-year long wait for the Scudetto in Serie A.

PM Modi meets Japanese IT giant head, discusses investment opportunities

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Japanese IT and electronics giant NEC Corporation's Chairman Nobuhiro Endo on Monday in Tokyo.

2022 French Open: Amanda Anisimova knocks out Naomi Osaka

Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka has been knocked out of the 2022 French Open.

Sensex closes at 54,289 points, Nifty settles below 16,300

On Monday, the Indian equity benchmarks settled lower in a volatile trading session, dragged by losses in metal stocks.

5 summer skincare tips for dry skin

Summertime isn't kind to your skin--be it dry, oily, or combination.

Infinix Hot 12 Play launched in India at Rs. 8,500

Infinix has introduced its latest budget smartphone, the Hot 12 Play, in India.

IPL 2022, Eliminator (LSG vs RCB): Match preview

Lucknow Super Giants will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Eliminator of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Wednesday.

Gyanvapi Mosque case: Varanasi court reserves judgment till Tuesday

A local court in Varanasi on Monday reserved its judgment on the Gyanvapi Mosque case after hearing the petitions.

SKODA SLAVIA, Volkswagen Virtus to lose features and become costlier

SKODA and Volkswagen will reduce some features of the SLAVIA and Virtus sedans, respectively, in India.

SP's Azam Khan says inspector in jail warned of 'encounter'

Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Azam Khan, who was granted bail by the Supreme Court last week, claimed that an inspector in the Sitapur jail had warned him of his encounter after release.

5 benefits of walking

If you hate hitting the gym but still want to engage in some physical activity to maintain a healthy weight and prevent health risks, then start your day with a walk.

Pandemic created a billionaire every 30 hours: Oxfam at Davos

According to Oxfam, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a new billionaire every 30 hours while one million people are now at risk of falling into poverty amid soaring global inflation.

IPL 2022, Qualifier 1 (GT vs RR): Complete match preview

A belligerent-looking Gujarat Titans (GT) face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season on Tuesday.

How to improve fine motor skills in children

Fine motor skills involve the movement of small muscles that require one's brain to coordinate between action and vision.

Third time's the charm: Kourtney Kardashian-Travis Barker get married, again!

The third time's the charm for reality television star Kourtney Kardashian and musician Travis Barker.

BMW M 1000 RR 50 Years M debuts: Check features

BMW Motorrad has revealed its 'M 1000 RR 50 Years M' motorbike for the global markets. Bookings for the vehicle have started.

'Jug Jugg Jeeyo': Karan Johar accused of copying Pakistani song

Just a day after its trailer launch, Karan Johar's Jug Jugg Jeeyo has found itself mired in controversy.

Shikhar Dhawan becomes first batter to complete 700 IPL fours

Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has become the first-ever batter to complete 700 fours in the IPL.

5 popular places to visit in Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir is heaven on earth, quite literally. It has a plethora of popular hill stations that are frequented by tourists.

US will defend Taiwan from Chinese invasion: Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden on Monday said he would be willing to use force to defend Taiwan from China if the latter invaded the self-ruled island nation.

Pakistan's ISI planning to blow up Indian railway tracks: Report

The Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan has allegedly organized a large plot to target railway lines in many Indian states, India Today reported quoting intelligence sources.

Bangladesh name squads for West Indies tour: Details here

Bangladesh have announced squads for Tests, ODIs, and T20Is for the upcoming tour of West Indies, starting June 16.

Kerala HC to hear Vijay Babu's anticipatory bail plea today

The Kerala High Court will hear the anticipatory bail plea of Malayalam actor and producer Vijay Babu on Monday.

Motorola RAZR 3 will have Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC

Motorola is gearing up to introduce the all-new RAZR 3 as a successor to the brand's RAZR 5G foldable smartphone that was launched in 2020.

Shutting down madrassas, bringing UCC will benefit Muslims: Assam CM

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said shutting down madrassas (Islamic educational institutions) and implementing Uniform Civil Code would benefit Muslims.

Fintech is poised to revolutionize the finance landscape

Financial technology, or Fintech, is one of the fastest-growing global businesses.

New-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class to break cover in 2023

Mercedes-Benz has announced the plans for its new E-Class. The company will introduce the sixth-generation of the sedan in 2023 for the global market.

2022 French Open: Sakkari downs Burel; win for Bencic

Number four seed Maria Sakkari stamped an authoritative straight-set win (6-2, 6-3) over Clara Burel in the women's singles first round at the French Open.

First cases of new Omicron subvariants detected in India

The first cases of the BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 have been found in Tamil Nadu and Telangana, respectively, the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) confirmed on Sunday.

COVID-19 re-emergence: Saudi bans travel to India, 15 other countries

Saudi Arabia has barred its citizens from traveling to 16 countries, including India, following the re-emergence of COVID-19 cases.

Petrol, diesel prices drop sharply after Centre cuts excise duty

Fuel prices saw a considerable reduction after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Saturday announcement of a central excise duty cut of Rs. 8/liter on petrol and Rs. 6/liter on diesel.

#DefamationTrial: Johnny Depp to testify as Amber Heard's witness today?

The defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard is erupting with new developments daily.

Realme Buds Air 3 review: Good sound and best-in-segment ANC

OnePlus Buds Z seemed like a pair of true wireless (TWS) earphones that would be hard to beat around Rs. 3,000 at launch. But Realme had other ideas soon after. They launched their Buds Air 2, and packed it with features like active noise cancellation (ANC) and a fairly balanced sound output at a similar price point. Add to that multiple sound profiles and customisable controls through the Realme Link app, and the title changed hands quite easily.

COVID-19: India reports 2,022 fresh cases, 46 more deaths

India on Monday reported over 2,000 new COVID-19 cases, a decline of around 200 cases from the previous day.

Rolls-Royce unveils second, super-exclusive Boat Tail with pearl-inspired paint

British automaker Rolls-Royce has revealed the second model of its coachbuilt Boat Tail sedan. It has been showcased at Concorso d'Eleganza, Villa d'Este in Italy.

Spending time in nature affects our food choices: Study

A study published in the American Journal of Health Promotion says that a couple of hours spent outdoors can influence one's food choices.

HBO

'All That Breathes': After Cannes screening, HBO acquires Indian documentary

It's a proud moment for Delhi-based filmmaker Shaunak Sen.

PM Modi reaches Japan for Quad summit, bilateral meetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Japan on Monday to attend the Quad summit aimed at enhancing cooperation among member nations, Australia, India, Japan, and the United States and discussing developments in the strategic Indo-Pacific region.

Delhi: Heavy rains, thunderstorm cause power blackout; flight operations affected

Heavy rains accompanied by strong winds caused power blackouts in several parts of Delhi on Monday morning.

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G's European prices tipped; launch imminent

South Korean tech giant Samsung is gearing up to introduce the Galaxy A13 5G smartphone in Europe.

Your guide to traveling to Dalhousie

Located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie is one of the most picturesque locations to visit this summer.

Decoding Rohit Sharma's abysmal numbers in IPL 2022

Five-time winners Mumbai Indians (MI) notched a five-wicket win against Delhi Capitals to wrap up their run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

2022 Benelli TRK 502 range arrives with more features

Italian automaker Benelli has launched the 2022 versions of its TRK 502 and 502X bikes in China. They will also arrive in our market.

For the love of baking: Must-know cake frosting recipes

All home bakers out there, pull up your socks and get your notepads ready!

Redmi Note 11T Pro's specifications revealed ahead of launch

Xiaomi is prepping up to launch its Redmi Note 11T Pro smartphone in China on May 24, alongside the Redmi Note 11T Pro+ and Redmi Note 11T.