27 Jun 2022

Meet Varun Baranwal, cycle mechanic who became IAS officer

The stories of successful UPSC Civil Services Examination candidates have always inspired aspirants across India, and one such tale is of IAS officer Varun Baranwal, who beat the odds to achieve his goal.

Ukraine war could increase production of illegal drugs, says UN

The United Nations issued a warning on Monday that the Russia-Ukraine war could enable illicit drug manufacturing to thrive, while noting the future of the opium market is dependent on the situation in Afghanistan.

Novak Djokovic beats Soonwoo Kwon, claims his 80th Wimbledon win

Former world number one Novak Djokovic began his Wimbledon title defense with a victory over Soonwoo Kwon.

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Delhi Police arrests Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair: Here's why

Mohammed Zubair, a journalist and one of the founders of the fact-checking platform Alt News, was arrested by the Delhi Police on Monday, according to reports.

England beat New Zealand 3-0: Key stats from the series

England thumped New Zealand in the third Test at Headingley to ensure a 3-0 clean-sweep.

5 most expensive Airbnbs in the world

Airbnb has become the most preferred mode of accommodation for many as it offers private homestays, and apartments to travel enthusiasts for vacation purposes.

England thrash NZ in third Test, win series 3-0: Stats

England bested New Zealand by seven wickets in the third and final Test to bag a 3-0 win in the nerve-wracking series.

ED summons Sanjay Raut, Shiv Sena MP calls it 'conspiracy'

Amid the political impasse in Maharashtra, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued summons to Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut in a money laundering investigation in connection to the re-development of a chawl in Mumbai and other linked financial transactions involving his wife and friends.

England rout WTC winners New Zealand 3-0: Key takeaways

England defeated New Zealand by eight wickets in the third and final Test at Headingley.

Jacqueline Fernandez questioned by ED in money laundering case

Actor Jacqueline Fernandez appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday in relation to a money laundering case linked to conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar.

Acer Aspire 7 with 12th-Generation Intel i5 launched: Check price

Acer has unveiled a new version of the Aspire 7 gaming laptop in India.

Uttarakhand: Woman, six-year-old daughter gang-raped in moving car in Roorkee

In yet another horrifying case of sexual assault in India, a woman and her six-year-old daughter were allegedly gang-raped in a moving car by a man, who offered her a lift, and his friends.

'Top Gun: Maverick' rakes in over $1B at box office!

Tom Cruise starrer Top Gun: Maverick has been soaring high since its release on May 27 and the action film has now breached the $1B mark worldwide!

Mahindra Scorpio-N launched at Rs. 12 lakh: Check features, specifications

Mahindra has launched the 2022 Scorpio-N in India at an introductory price tag of Rs. 11.99 lakh. The bookings will start from July 30 onward.

Top 5 safest cars in India as per Global NCAP

The world's premier vehicular safety testing agency Global NCAP started inspecting made-in-India cars in 2014 and created a campaign known as 'Safer Cars For India.'

Everything you need to know about vegan cheese

Trying to follow a vegan diet but craving some good cheese occasionally? You can opt for vegan cheese.

Reliance, Swiggy, and PremjiInvest join bid to buy Metro India

The race to purchase the Indian operations of German retailer Metro AG has become competitive, with several parties joining in.

Apple student discount 2022: Deals on MacBooks and iPads

Apple has announced "Back to School" 2022 offers for students who want to grab a MacBook, iPad, or iMac this summer.

Meet Sangrur LS by-poll winner and pro-Khalistani Simranjit Singh Mann

ShiromaniAkaliDal (Amritsar) chief SimranjitSingh Mann won the SangrurLok Sabha by-poll by defeating Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)'s Gurmail Singh on Sunday.

SLW beat INDW in third T20I, lose series: Key stats

Sri Lanka Women defeated India Women in the third and final T20I by seven wickets.

Over $150,000 crowdfunded for Burger King employee with perfect attendance

In a time and day when the youth is skipping from one job to another every year, there's been a man who has worked at the same job for 27 years, and hasn't missed a day ever! Talk about "Employee of the Year" goals!

Who is Nobojit Narzary, winner of 'DID L'il Masters'?

Nobojit Narzary, hailing from Assam, emerged as the winner of Dance India Dance L'il Masters' fifth season on Sunday night.

Malayalam actor Vijay Babu arrested in sexual assault case

Malayalam actor and producer Vijay Babu was arrested by the Kochi City Police in relation to a sexual assault case on Monday, said reports.

How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes for June 27

Garena's Free Fire MAX is a multiplayer battle royale game for mobile devices. It can be played for free in India.

Sensex climbs to 53,161 points, Nifty settles above 15,800

On Monday, the Indian equity benchmarks extended their winning run for the third straight session. While the Sensex rose 0.82% to 53,161 points, the Nifty jumped 0.84% to 15,832.05 points.

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Salaulim Dam: An incredible offbeat destination in Goa

The Salaulim Dam in Goa is a perfect blend of an irrigation system and an engineering marvel.

New labor laws: How your salary, work timings may change

The Union government is planning to implement new labor laws in India from July 1.

A nuclear-powered flying hotel that will never land

The AI-piloted sky cruise has taken technology to a new level by featuring a design of 20 engines that are powered by nuclear fusion.

'Virat Kohli's bad days are over,' says Virender Sehwag

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has had a lean patch of late.

Gmail offline introduced: How to read, send mails without internet?

US tech giant Google has rolled out an offline version of its popular mailing service Gmail.

UGC NET 2022: NTA announces exam schedule, check details here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the final examination dates for the University Grants Commission's National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) for the December 2021 and June 2022 merged cycles.

Eoin Morgan set to retire from international cricket: Here's why

Eoin Morgan, the captain of England's limited-overs squads, is contemplating retirement from international cricket.

COVID-19: India reports 17,073 new cases; 21 more deaths

India on Monday reported over 17,000 new COVID-19 cases, an increase of over 5,000 cases from the previous day.

'Ek Villain Returns' promotion begins: Lead actors' first-look posters unveiled

As we are waiting to watch the sequel of Ek Villain, the makers have dropped the teaser poster of its lead actors on Monday.

J-Hope's solo 'Jack in the Box': Release date, first-look images

Rapper J-Hope, a member of the South Korean band BTS, is set to drop his first solo album Jack in the Box on July 15.

How to gain healthy weight

You know you are underweight if your body mass index (BMI) is below 18.5. It's a more common condition among women.

Gujarat: SIT to probe conspiracy allegations against Teesta, two others

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) will investigate the allegations of forgery and conspiracy against former Gujarat DGP RB Sreekumar, former IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt, and activist Teesta Setalvad.

Kemar Roach becomes sixth WI bowler with 250 Test wickets

West Indies pace spearhead Kemar Roach scripted history on Day 3 of the ongoing 2nd Test against Bangladesh at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, St Lucia.

5 myths about hair loss you should stop believing

Hair loss can occur due to several factors and there are various treatments and home remedies available to control it.

POCO F4 5G now available in India: Check price, offers

POCO F4 5G is now available for purchase in India via Flipkart.

ENG vs IND: Mayank Agarwal called up for Edgbaston Test

Top-order batter Mayank Agarwal has been added to India's squad for the fifth and final Test against England at Edgbaston, starting July 1.

OnePlus TV 50 Y1S Pro teased in India: Check features

OnePlus has confirmed the launch of the Y1S Pro smart TV 50-inch model in India.

#AbortionRuling: Olivia Rodrigo sings 'F—You!'; Green Day singer renounces citizenship

Singer Olivia Rodrigo has become the latest Hollywood celebrity to lambast the US Supreme Court over its recently announced and heavily controversial decision to overturn Roe vs Wade.

Beauty review: Renée Fab Face 3-in-1 Make-up Stick

Renée Cosmetics has been all over the internet for the past few weeks.

Congress reaches out to like-minded parties for 'Bharat Jodo Yatra'

Congress will reportedly approach like-minded opposition parties to join the party's ambitious "Bharat Jodo Yatra," which will begin on Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) this year, covering 16 states.

'Our baby...coming soon': Alia Bhatt announces pregnancy, shares picture!

Bollywood actors Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor are expecting their first child, Bhatt announced on Monday via Instagram.

Bentley Continental GT Mulliner W12 revealed with a 659hp engine

Bentley has unveiled the range-topping version of its Continental GT car. It is called Mulliner W12 and is scheduled to make a public appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Comet twice Everest's size heading toward Earth: How to watch?

A massive comet named C/2017 K2 (PanSTARRS) is heading toward Earth. It is twice the size of Mount Everest and will make its closest approach on July 14.

West Indies vs Bangladesh, Day 3: Report and key stats

West Indies humbled Bangladesh during Day 3 of the second Test in Gros Islet.

SC extends Shinde camp's deadline to respond to disqualification notices

Amid the political crisis in Maharashtra, the Supreme Court has given rebel Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde and 15 other MLAs time till July 11 to respond to their disqualification notices instead of Monday evening.

Prajakta Koli birthday special: Looking at MostlySane's successful career trajectory

YouTube sensation, comedienne, host, and actor Prajakta Koli has had a phenomenal journey in her short but successful career so far.

India beat Ireland in 1st T20I: Match report, key stats

India beat Ireland in the first match of the two-T20I series at The Village, Dublin, on Sunday.

5 must-read books by Nicholas Sparks

American novelist, screenwriter, and philanthropist Nicholas Sparks is well-known for writing epic emotional love stories that are sure to touch the reader's heart.

#NewsBytesExplainer: How do astronauts sleep in space at the ISS?

Many people on Earth suffer from sleeping disorders and it becomes even more challenging in space.

Hyundai VENUE v/s Kia Sonet: Which one is better?

Hyundai recently unveiled the facelifted version of its VENUE compact SUV in the Indian market.

ASUS testing ROG Phone 6 in India: Check expected price

Taiwanese tech giant ASUS will unveil the ROG Phone 6 in the global markets on July 5.

26 Jun 2022

England vs New Zealand, Day 3: Report and key stats

England have the upper-hand heading into Day 5 of the third Test against New Zealand at Headingley.

Michael Jackson's pajamas, more items stolen hours after his death

Michael Jackson's estate has claimed that a blatant act of robbery took place hours after the pop legend died in 2009.

GATE 2023: Format, eligibility criteria, fees, and more details

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is conducted jointly by the IISc Bangalore and seven IITs on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB)-GATE that functions under the Ministry of Education's Department of Higher Education.

Trolled over 'Panchang' remark, R Madhavan finally reacts

Actor R Madhavan has broken his silence after being trolled on social media for saying ISRO scientists used Panchang (Hindu calendar) for the Mars mission in 2014.

Ireland vs India, 1st T20I: Toss update

India lock horns with Ireland in the first of two-match T20I series on Sunday.

5 beautiful lakes of Europe you may not know of

Lakes have a calm and beautiful connotation to them.

Kamal Haasan's 'Vikram' gears up to enter Rs. 400cr club

Superstar Kamal Haasan's Vikram is set to achieve another milestone soon!

Sidhu Moose Wala's posthumous song 'SYL' removed from YouTube

Late Punjabi singer-politician Sidhu Moose Wala's song SYL, released posthumously after his murder, has been taken off YouTube.

Maharashtra: Y+ security cover for rebel Sena MLAs except Shinde

The Centre on Sunday granted Y+ category security cover to 15 dissident Shiv Sena MLAs, following reports of Shiv Sena workers vandalizing their offices and assets.

Assam floods: Death toll reaches 121, over 25 lakh affected

In the past 24 hours, at least four more citizens, including two children, have died in floods in Assam, bringing the total number of deaths to 121.

What are planet retrogrades and why do they matter?

If you follow your horoscope predictions frequently, you must have come across the word "retrograde" often.

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' crosses Rs. 200cr mark in domestic market

Director Anees Bazmee's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 has achieved another feat!

Centre approves Bharat NCAP for car crash testing in India

The Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari has approved a draft to introduce the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) to test the safety of vehicles sold in India.

Royal Enfield showcases 4 custom-made Classic 350 motorcycles: Check features

Royal Enfield has revealed four custom-built variants of its popular Classic 350 model in India. These motorcycles are neither road-legal nor are meant for sale.

Bypolls: BJP clinches Rampur, AAP holds fort in Delhi

In a blow for the Samajwadi Party (SP), BJP candidate Ghanshyam Singh Lodhi defeated SP nominee and Azam Khan's long-time colleague Asim Raja by over 42,000 votes in the Rampur Lok Sabha bypolls, The Indian Express reported.

'JugJugg Jeeyo' box office: Film earns Rs. 12cr+ on Saturday

Dharma Productions' multi-starrer dramedy JugJugg Jeeyo arrived in theaters on Friday (June 24).

Thiomargarita magnifica: What do we know about world's largest bacterium

Bacteria are known for their microscopic sizes and now scientists have discovered one the size and shape of a human eyelash.

Stefanos Tsitsipas wins Mallorca Championships: His stats on grass courts

World number five Stefanos Tsitsipas edged past Roberto Bautista Agut to win the Mallorca Championships on Saturday.

Ranbir wraps shooting for Luv Ranjan directorial co-starring Shraddha: Report

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor has a busy year ahead with a number of interesting projects.

Karnataka: Man throws birthday party for dog with 4,000 guests

A man from Karnataka is being praised online for his selfless love for his dog, Krish.

MP thrash Mumbai to win their first Ranji Trophy title

Madhya Pradesh bested Mumbai by six wickets to win the 2021/22 Ranji Trophy.

Happy birthday, Ariana Grande: Looking at her 5 best songs

Ever since she debuted in 2011 with her first-ever single Put Your Hearts Up, Ariana Grande has become a force to reckon with.

Harmanpreet Kaur becomes India's leading run-scorer in WT20Is: Key stats

Harmanpreet Kaur guided India Women to victory against Sri Lanka Women in the second match of the three-match T20I series in Dambulla.

Maharashtra political crisis: Eknath Shinde meets Devendra Fadnavis in Gujarat

Eknath Shinde, a rebel Shiv Sena MLA who has been camping in Guwahati with close to 50 other party legislators and independents, met with BJP leader and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday night in Gujarat's Vadodara, according to NDTV.

Toyota teases Hyryder hybrid SUV: Check features and expected price

Toyota is gearing up to unveil the all-new Hyryder as its first-ever hybrid SUV in India on July 1.

Philips TAT2206BK TWS earphones review: Good vocal clarity, low bass

Brands like Realme and Boat have been extremely popular in the budget wireless earphones segment over the past couple of years. Then you have brands like OnePlus, Soundcore and OPPO occasionally challenging their dominance with the odd product here and there. Interestingly, we also came across a recently launched pair of TWS earphones from Philips selling under Rs. 2,500.

Pakistan: Spying attempt on Imran Khan foiled amid assassination rumors

Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, was the target of a spying operation that was thwarted when a housekeeper was seen attempting to install a spy gadget in Khan's bedroom, according to local media reports.

'TMKOC' makers deny holding back actor Neha Mehta's remuneration

A few days ago, actor Neha Mehta stirred the pot by claiming that the makers of India's longest-running sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah had defaulted on her remuneration.

Petra Kvitova wins 29th career title: Her notable feats

Czech Republic's Petra Kvitova breezed past defending champion Jelena Ostapenko to win Eastbourne International.

Bypolls: BJP fights in SP stronghold, AAP struggles in Punjab

Counting of votes for the bypolls of three Lok Sabha and seven Assembly seats in five states and Delhi is underway.

Birthday special: Upcoming films of Arjun Kapoor

Arjun Kapoor is among the popular Bollywood stars today.

Mahindra Scorpio-N India launch tomorrow: Check features and specifications

Mahindra is all set to launch the highly awaited Scorpio-N SUV in India tomorrow i.e. June 27.

Prior to debut, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)'s features leaked

Cupertino tech giant Apple is expected to unveil its AirPods Pro (2nd generation) in September this year.

ENG vs IND: Bumrah set to lead India at Edgbaston

Jasprit Bumrah is likely to lead the Indian cricket team in the fifth and final Test against England at Edgbaston, starting July 1.

Germany: Energy, climate change top PM Modi's G7 summit agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Munich, Germany early on Sunday morning to attend the G7 summit.

West Indies vs Bangladesh, Day 2: Report and key stats

West Indies grounded Bangladesh during Day 2 of the second Test in Gros Islet.

ENG vs IND: Who will replace Rohit Sharma at Edgbaston?

Indian captain Rohit Sharma is likely to miss India's rescheduled Test from the 2021 England series at Edgbaston.

Gujarat riots: Meet Teesta Setalvad, the co-petitioner against PM Modi

Teesta Setalvad—a Mumbai-based journalist and activist is the secretary and founding trustee of the non-profit organization Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP)—which was founded after the 2002 Gujarat riots.

Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid smartwatch debuts with Amazon Alexa support

Fossil has unveiled its Gen 6 Hybrid smartwatch. In the US, it carries a starting price tag of $229 (around Rs. 17,900) and will go on sale tomorrow i.e. June 27 via the company's official website and other retail outlets.

2022 Hyundai VENUE turbo-petrol review: Should you buy it?

Along with the Creta, the VENUE remains one of the best selling models within the Hyundai product portfolio and recently the subcompact SUV was given a thorough update.

ENG vs NZ, Day 3: Report and key stats

England had a memorable day at work on Day 4 of the third Test against New Zealand at Headingley.

ENG vs IND: Rohit Sharma tests positive for COVID-19

In a massive blow to the Indian cricket team, skipper Rohit Sharma has tested positive for COVID-19.

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 spied on test; design details revealed

Royal Enfield might launch its Shotgun 650 motorbike in India in the first half of 2023.

The 7 chakras in our body and what each signifies

With the growing popularity of yoga and meditation, most of us have heard about chakras but do we really know what each of the seven chakras signifies and how they work?

HUAWEI nova Y90 introduced in global markets: Check features, price

Chinese tech giant HUAWEI has unveiled its nova Y90 smartphone for the global markets. It is unclear whether it will arrive in India.

CCM Classic Tracker introduced in two variants: Check prices

UK-based CCM Motorcycles has introduced the Classic Tracker flat-track bike in its home country. It is offered in two variants: New Classic Tracker and Infinity Package.

Looking at 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's cast members' earnings

One of the most popular shows in India is Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC).