21 Jul 2022

Should ODI cricket be scrapped? Here's how it can resurrect

One of the greatest all-rounders in modern-day cricket, Ben Stokes announced a sudden retirement from ODI cricket this month.

SL's Maheesh Theekshana ruled out of second Test versus Pakistan

Sri Lankan spinner Maheesh Theekshana has been ruled out of the second and decisive Test against Pakistan, starting July 24.

Google pauses hiring for 2 weeks; contract extensions in jeopardy

Google has put a halt on its hiring for two weeks. The new announcement comes after the company said last week that it was slowing down the recruitment process.

Arsenal sign City's Oleksandr Zinchenko for £30m: Decoding his stats

Arsenal have signed the versatile Oleksandr Zinchenko from Manchester City in the ongoing 2022 summer transfer window.

Meet Droupadi Murmu, India's 15th President

Droupadi Murmu was on Thursday elected as the 15th President of India by defeating the Opposition's joint candidate, former Union Minister Yashwant Sinha with a huge margin.

Kejriwal defies LG, says will go ahead with Singapore trip

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has declared that he would "go ahead" with his Singapore trip to attend an international summit despite the block by Lieutenant Governor (LG) Vinai Kumar Saxena.

Who's ex-Mumbai top cop arrested in NSE phone tapping case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday arrested former Mumbai Police Commissioner Sanjay Pandey in an illegal phone tapping case.

#NewsBytesExplainer: How less tetrapods causing tremors along Mumbai's Marine Drive

Some residents living along the famed Marine Drive road have complained of "strange vibrations" in their houses at high tide.

WI vs IND, ODIs: Decoding the player battles

India will lock horns with West Indies in a three-match ODI series, starting July 22.

'F9: The Fast Saga': Vin Diesel-starrer finally available to stream

The most latest entry in Vin Diesel's popular action series, Fast & Furious, F9: The Fast Saga, finally made its digital debut on Thursday.

All about the San Diego Comic-Con 2022 edition

Comic book fans and pop culture lovers rejoice! The much-awaited Comic-Con is back with a bang after two long years.

What is a humidifier and why is it useful

A humidifier is a device that increases humidity in a room, or even a house depending on its build.

5 places in India to enjoy hot air balloon rides

If you have the long-held bucket list of flying high up in the sky in a gigantic and colorful hot air balloon, then it's time to fulfill your dream and float amongst the fluffy clouds.

Who should be India's wicket-keeper for T20 WC? Ponting answers

India are facing a problem of plenty for the wicket-keeper's slot ahead of the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup.

WI vs IND, 1st ODI: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

After a clinical 2-1 win in England, India will face West Indies in a three-match ODI series, starting July 22.

Can SS Rajamouli's 'RRR' win prestigious Academy Award?

SS Rajamouli's RRR has smashed milestones and topped popularity charts ever since its release in March.

Pixel 6a's sale starts from July 28: Should you buy?

Google Pixel 6a is now out in India officially. The handset costs Rs. 43,999, and its pre-orders can be made on Flipkart.

Robert Lewandowski joins Barcelona: Decoding his Bundesliga records

Barcelona have signed veteran Polish striker Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich.

Try these hacks for a comfortable stay at any hotel

A huge part of your traveling experience depends on the mode of accommodation you choose.

Truck driver accused of killing Haryana DSP arrested from Rajasthan

The Haryana Police have arrested the driver of a truck that ran down a 59-year-old DSP earlier this week.

Global outage rocks MS Teams users; Microsoft announces investigation

Thousands of users worldwide have been at the receiving end of a Microsoft Teams outage on Thursday morning (July 21).

5 beautiful places in Bihar every traveler should visit

Located in east India, bordering Nepal, Bihar is an underrated tourist destination.

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BMW 5 Series 50 Jahre M Edition debuts: Check features

BMW has launched the special "50 Jahre M Edition" of the 5 Series in India with a price tag of Rs. 67.5 lakh (ex-showroom).

Sensex climbs to 55,681 points, Nifty settles at 16,605

On Thursday, the benchmark Sensex and Nifty indices witnessed a surge, extending their winning streak for the fifth day. The Sensex jumped 0.51% to 55,681.95 points while the Nifty climbed 0.51% to 16,605.25.

'The Gray Man' Mumbai premiere: Dhanush's 'veshti' look impresses

After attending the premiere and promotions of The Gray Man in the US, Dhanush came back to Mumbai for the special screening of his upcoming Hollywood project.

Virat Kohli likely to participate in Zimbabwe series: Details here

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has had a dry run with the bat for the last two years.

ENG vs SA, 2nd ODI: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

England and South Africa are set to face each other in the second ODI of the three-match series on Friday.

#DealOfTheDay: Echo Buds (2nd Gen) available at Rs. 6,500 discount

Amazon has made its Echo devices available for purchase with steep discounts, ahead of its upcoming Prime Day sale.

India's Navdeep Saini takes five-for in County Championship: Key stats

India fast bowler Navdeep Saini picked a five-wicket haul on his County Championship debut on Wednesday.

Age limit for Civil service exam to stay: Centre

The Centre has decided against providing any relaxation to candidates appearing in the Civil Services Examination (CSE).

Cheteshwar Pujara hammers third double-ton for Sussex this season

Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara has smashed his third double-century for Sussex in the ongoing County season.

Hero MotoCorp's NTorq-rivaling sporty scooter spied testing: Check design

Hero MotoCorp has been recently spotted testing a sporty scooter, albeit in a heavily camouflaged form, in India.

Indian Railways orders 39,000 wheels from Chinese manufacturer

The Indian Railways has placed an order for 39,000 wheels for passenger coaches with a China-based firm, Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday.

Here are some lifestyle changes cancer survivors must make

As your cancer treatment ends, it is crucial to be informed about how to care for and improve your health.

Nubia's Z40S Pro goes official with up to 18GB RAM

ZTE's associate brand Nubia has introduced the Z40S Pro smartphone in China.

When, where to watch Nayanthara, Vignesh Shivan's wedding documentary?

Kollywood power couple Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan got hitched in a lavish ceremony on June 9 in Mahabalipuram, Chennai.

New Zealand's Michael Bracewell takes a historic hat-trick: Key stats

Off-spinner Michael Bracewell starred in New Zealand's 88-run win against Ireland in the second T20I at the Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast.

Punjab CM Mann discharged after being admitted to Delhi hospital

The Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, was admitted to a private hospital in Delhi on Wednesday morning after a minor health issue, sources said on Thursday.

Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320 arrives at Rs. 1.6 lakh

Dell has launched its most powerful XPS laptop to date, the XPS 13 Plus 9320, in India. The device suits professional as well as personal needs.

Manoj Bajpayee thrashes reports of starring in 'Pushpa: The Rule'

Several reports about the sequel of Allu Arjun's Pushpa: The Rise are already making the rounds on social media.

Here's a list of India's most-expensive homes and their owners

Recently a report shared by Zapkey, a home sellers solutions company showed a list of India's biggest property sales from 2021 to date.

Congress stages protests as ED questions Sonia for 2 hours

The Congress held protests across the country on Thursday against the Enforcement Directorate (ED) grilling party president Sonia Gandhi in connection with a money laundering case.

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Tether rates

Bitcoin has slipped 1.8% in the past 24 hours to trade at $22,932.46. It is 13.4% higher than the week before.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic might miss the US Open: Here's why

Former world number one, Novak Djokovic, could miss the impending US Open.

India gets its first tribal woman president in Droupadi Murmu

Droupadi Murmu has been elected as 15th President of India.

Follow these diet plans to stay healthy and fit

Modern times have seen the popularity of diet plans among the young and old alike.

2022 Honda CRF300L spotted at dealership in India: Check features

The 2022 CRF300L dual-purpose motorcycle was recently spotted at a Honda dealership in India. The Japanese automaker had previously patented the two-wheeler on our shores as well.

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Garena Free Fire MAX's July 21 codes: How to redeem?

Garena's Free Fire MAX is a multiplayer battle royale game that has amassed a sizable fan base in India.

Meet Balamurali Ambati, the youngest doctor in the world

Dr. Balamurali Ambati became the world's youngest doctor at the ripe age of 17 in 1995. He holds the Guinness World Record for the same.

#AllAboutFees: Tracking Suriya's remuneration from Rs. 736 to Rs. 25cr

Suriya is certainly one of the best actors in Kollywood.

Top 4 SUVs in India below Rs. 45 lakh

Since the beginning of this year, there has been a slew of launches happening in the SUV segment, with offerings ranging between Rs. 6 lakh and Rs. 4 crore.

Honda Forza 350 to debut on August 8: Check features

Honda is gearing up to launch its first maxi-scooter for the Indian market, the Forza 350 on August 8. It will be a sub-400cc offering and will likely be sold by the 'BigWing' division on our shores.

20 Jul 2022

New Zealand beat Ireland in 2nd T20I: Key stats

New Zealand hammered Ireland in the second T20I on Wednesday to seal the three-match series. The third encounter will be played on Friday.

Want to win $7,000? Design a starshade for NASA

Get ready to brush up on your origami skills and throw some shade in space. NASA is inviting ideas from the public to build a lightweight starshade as a part of the 'Ultralight Starshade Structural Design Challenge.'

Delhi: Police bust gang selling newborn babies, infant rescued

The Crime Branch of Delhi Police has arrested five women and two men for allegedly selling newborn babies in the national capital.

Jharkhand: Pickup van driver crushes policewoman to death during checking

A female sub-inspector Sandhya Topno was crushed to death by a pickup van driver during vehicle checking in Jharkhand's Ranchi on Wednesday.

Paulo Dybala joins Jose Mourinho's AS Roma: Decoding his stats

Paulo Dybala has completed a move to AS Roma as a free agent after having left Juventus this summer.

For just Rs. 1,500/night, stay at these places in Istanbul

One of the most popular cities in the world, Istanbul has a 2,500-year-old history and cultural heritage attached to it along with some amazing landmarks and vibrant nightlife.

'Lightyear' to debut on Disney+ Hotstar on August 3

Animated Pixar movie Lightyear starring Chris Evans, Taika Waititi, Keke Palmer, and Uzo Aduba will debut on Disney+ Hotstar on August 3.

5 most iconic libraries in India you must visit

If you are a bookworm and looking for a quiet and peaceful spot to read some of your favorite books, what's better than a library?

Will 'Koffee with Karan' continue dominating charts in Episode 3?

Karan Johar is back to brew some more "Koffee" and how!

5 low-carb vegetables you must include in a keto diet

The ketogenic diet is a low-carb diet that typically limits your carb intake to 20-50 grams per day.

#DealOfTheDay: Get Lenovo ThinkPad E14 laptop with Rs. 34,000 discount

A personal device with a compelling facade and features that mirror an enterprise-friendly laptop can help you in carrying out heavy operations as well as day-to-day tasks.

'More fun' 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' to re-release in India

Looks like Spider-Man will be swinging by again, soon!

Abdullah Shafique scripts history for Pakistan with his record-breaking 160*

Pakistan cricket team opener Abdullah Shafique helped his side win the first Test versus Sri Lanka in Galle,

WhatsApp may soon allow disappearing messages for existing conversations

It is just another day in the WhatsApp universe as the popular instant messaging platform tests a new feature. This time, the tech firm is trying out disappearing messages for older chats.

iQOO 9T tipped to debut in India on July 28

Chinese tech brand iQOO is all set to introduce its 9T smartphone in India. According to Pricebaba, the device will arrive on July 28.

'Liger' trailer launch: Ranveer Singh to boost Vijay Deverakonda-starrer's promotions?

Vijay Deverakonda is all set to make his debut in Bollywood with the pan-Indian entertainer, Liger.

Know everything about International Chess Day 2022

Observed every year on July 20, International Chess Day is celebrated to honor the oldest and most popular game in the world.

BSA Gold Star spied testing in India, launch expected soon

BSA Motorcycles was spotted testing its latest offering, the Gold Star in India, albeit in a camouflaged avatar. It is a 650cc model from the British bikemaker, available in the UK.

ICC World Test Championship: Sri Lanka slip to sixth spot

Sri Lanka have slipped to the sixth position in the updated ICC World Test Championship 2021-23 table after facing a defeat against Pakistan in the first Test in Galle.

Netflix's streak of bad luck continues; loses 1 million subscribers

Netflix has been in a bit of a pickle lately. The streaming giant's financial report has revealed that it lost nearly one million subscribers in the last quarter.

'Ya Ali' crooner Zubeen Garg sustains head injury; hospitalized

Renowned singer and music composer Zubeen Garg was admitted to a hospital in Assam's Dibrugarh town on Wednesday.

Sensex climbs 630 points, Nifty settles above 16,500

On Wednesday, the benchmark Sensex and Nifty indices witnessed a surge, extending their winning streak for the fourth day in a row. The Sensex jumped 1.14% to 55,397.53 points while the Nifty climbed 1.09% to 16,520.85 points.

Try these inflight hacks, and thank us later!

Flying can be quite hectic and overwhelming.

Bayern Munich sign Matthijs de Ligt: Decoding his stats

Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Matthijs de Ligt from Juventus.

ICC ODI Rankings: Trent Boult becomes number one bowler

New Zealand pace spearhead Trent Boult has become the number one bowler in the ICC ODI Rankings (bowling).

Larger bench to examine constitutional aspects of Sena conflict: SC

The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday said the petitions filed by the Shiv Sena and its breakaway faction raise several constitutional questions that require consideration by a larger bench.

SC grants interim bail to Mohammed Zubair, orders immediate release

The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday granted interim bail to Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair in all cases filed against him by the Uttar Pradesh Police, Live Law reported.

Pakistan chase down 342 against Sri Lanka: Key stats

Pakistan have won the first Test versus Sri Lanka. Chasing 342 runs to win, Pakistan got the job done on Day 5 in Galle.

Redmi K50i 5G launched in India at Rs. 26,000

Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi has introduced K50i 5G, as its latest mid-range smartphone in India.

Madhavan's 'Rocketry: The Nambi Effect' finally locks OTT release date

R Madhavan's brainchild Rocketry: The Nambi Effect was released theatrically on July 1 amidst huge expectations.

Sidhu Moosewala killing: 2 suspects shot dead in Punjab encounter

Two gangsters, suspected to be involved in the killing of singer-turned-politician Sidhu Moosewala, have been shot dead by the Punjab Police in an encounter.

Mumbai: Gang, demanding Rs. 100 crore for minister post, busted

Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested four men, who allegedly demanded Rs. 100 crore from an MLA for a ministerial post in the newly-formed Maharashtra cabinet.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara breaks cover in India: Check features

Maruti Suzuki has taken the wraps off the Grand Vitara SUV in India and the vehicle is expected to go on sale by October this year.

Revealing the fitness and diet secrets of Hrithik Roshan

He won everyone's heart with his dance moves and shredded body.

Are Hrithik Roshan-Saba Azad getting married? Here's what we know

Hrithik Roshan and Saba Azad are rumored to be dating for a while now.

Vivo T1x goes official in India: Check price, specifications

Chinese tech giant Vivo has announced its T1x smartphone in India.

Try these 5 effective yoga asanas for a healthy mind

Good mental health not only keeps you physically fit but also helps you cope with problems and enjoy life.

Over 3.9 lakh Indians gave up citizenship in 3 years

As many as 3,92,643 Indians renounced their citizenship over the last three years until December 2021, the central government informed the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Monsoon: Red alert in Uttarakhand; Delhi witnesses heavy rains

Amid heavy rainfall, landslides, and flood-like conditions in Uttarakhand on Tuesday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert.

Following incessant trolling, Kareena quashed pregnancy rumors like a pro

Following an incessant memefest and lewd comments online, Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan finally took to social media to quash the pregnancy rumors on Tuesday.

Citroen C3 launched in India at Rs. 5.71 lakh

Citroen has launched its highly awaited C3 in India with a starting price tag of Rs. 5.71 lakh (ex-showroom). It is available in two variants: Live and Feel.

We all need these homemade immunity boosting drinks, this monsoon

A strong immune system protects our body against disease-causing germs.

Cryptocurrency prices: Check rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin today

Bitcoin has climbed by 6.6% in the past 24 hours to trade at $23,379.50. Compared to last week, it is up by 20.8%.

OnePlus 10T might debut on August 3: Check expected price

OnePlus is gearing up to launch its new 10-series handset, the OnePlus 10T, in India. Now, a fresh leak courtesy of Mobiles Talk claims that the phone will be introduced in the country on August 3.

Sri Lanka's 'comeback man' Ranil Wickremesinghe elected as new President

Ranil Wickremesinghe has been elected as the new President of crisis-hit Sri Lanka.

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Garena Free Fire MAX: How to redeem July 20 codes?

Garena's Free Fire MAX is a free-to-play online battle royale game that is available in India on Android devices.

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Tollywood shootings to stop from August 1? Dil Raju clarifies

A couple of days back, it was reported the Telugu film producers were contemplating stalling the shooting of movies from August 1 to "restructure the industry."

UP Sanitation worker, sacked over Modi-Yogi photos in trash, reinstated

The Mathura sanitation worker, who was fired after images of the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were discovered in his garbage cart, has been reinstated, according to civic body officials on Tuesday.

#AllAboutFees: Charting Deepika Padukone's pay graph through the years

Deepika Padukone is one of the most bankable actors in the industry.

5 scholarships for Indians to study in the US

Many Indian students dream of studying in prestigious institutes in the United States. However, financial constraints can often be a problem for well-deserving candidates.

Best smartphones under Rs. 30,000 with 120Hz AMOLED display

Once exclusive to gaming monitors and high-end laptops, the high screen refresh rate technology has now become a common feature, especially for smartphones in the mid, upper-mid, and premium segments.

2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV goes official with 515km of range

Chevrolet has taken the wraps off the 2024 Blazer EV for the US car market. The brand will also offer a special version of the vehicle to the police department.

South Africa beat England in first ODI: Key stats

South Africa beat England in the first ODI to take a lead in the three-match series.

'PS-I,' 'Vikrant Rona': 2022 South films to look forward to

The first half of 2022 has been a tremendous success for South Indian cinema.

China devising planetary defense mission in 2026; targeting near-Earth Asteroid

China is set to enter the planetary defense game by targeting the potentially hazardous asteroid 2020 PN1 in 2026.