06 Aug 2022

Commonwealth Games: Indian wrestler Naveen bags gold medal

India continued to be excellent in wrestling at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Barack-Michelle Obama introduce Netflix docu 'Descendant' at African-American film fest

Former US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama made a surprise appearance during the opening night of the Martha's Vineyard African-American Film Festival (MVAAFF) on Friday.

Vinesh Phogat wins third successive Commonwealth Games gold in wrestling

Indian ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat won her third successive gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.

Commonwealth Games: Indian wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya wins gold medal

Indian wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya has bagged the gold medal in men's 57kg freestyle category at the 2022 Commonwealth Games on Saturday.

UP: MP cleared of rape charges, year after victim's suicide

A court in Varanasi on Saturday acquitted Uttar Pradesh legislator Atul Rai of a rape charge that he had been facing since 2019.

SC mulls amending abortion law to include unmarried women

Unmarried women will most likely be able to terminate undesired pregnancies as the Supreme Court considers changing the abortion law.

Premier League 2022-23, Tottenham Hotspur sink Southampton 4-1: Key stats

Tottenham Hotspur started their Premier League 2022-23 campaign in an enthralling manner.

WhatsApp tests hiding phone numbers from sub-groups in Communities

WhatsApp, the world's most popular messaging app, is working on a new feature that will allow users to hide their phone numbers in its Communities.

Jeethu Joseph's Mohanlal, Trisha starrer 'Ram' finally resumes shooting

In an exciting update from the makers of Mohanlal's upcoming movie Ram, the team behind the film has finally resumed the shooting of the long-pending project.

WI vs IND, 4th T20I: Nicholas Pooran elects to field

The action shifts to Florida as India take on West Indies in the fourth T20I on Saturday.

Jagdeep Dhankhar is India's 14th vice president

Former West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar has been elected as the 14th vice president of India.

Commonwealth Games: Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen reaches final

Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen has reached the final of the women's 50kg event at the 2022 Commonwealth Games on Saturday.

Limited-run Honda Dio Sports scooter arrives with sporty looks

Japanese automaker Honda has launched its Dio Sports scooter in India. It is up for grabs in two variants: Standard and Deluxe.

'No offer yet': Janhvi Kapoor on working with Jr. NTR

Over the past several months, there have been reports that Janhvi Kapoor will make her Tollywood debut with Jr. NTR's next film.

Premier League 2022-23, Liverpool hold newcomers Fulham 2-2: Key stats

Liverpool had to settle for a 2-2 draw in a cracking Premier League contest on Saturday.

Commonwealth Games: India beat England in women's cricket, reach final

India Women outclassed hosts England in the first semi-final of the 2022 Commonwealth Games on Saturday.

'Vikram Vedha' teaser to screen before 'LSC', 'Raksha Bandhan' shows

Director duo Pushkar and Gayathri's upcoming film Vikram Vedha is all geared up to release on September 30.

Commonwealth Games: PV Sindhu fights hard to reach semis

Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu had to work hard in her quarter-final clash against Goh Jin Wei in the women's singles event at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

YouTube tests 'pinch to zoom' feature with Premium users

YouTube often lets its Premium subscribers test brand new features that are not ready for a wider release. The new experimental feature from the streaming platform is the "pinch to zoom" gesture for videos.

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LG Ultra Tab goes official: Check price and specifications

South Korean electronics giant LG has launched a new tablet dubbed the "Ultra Tab" in its home country.

Commonwealth Games: India's Avinash Mukund wins silver in 3000m steeplechase

Indian athlete Avinash Mukund scripted a national record in men's 3000m steeplechase event at the 2022 Commonwealth Games on Saturday.

2022 CWG, boxing: India's Amit Panghal storms into the final

Indian boxer Amit Panghal beat Zambia's Patrick Chinyemba in the men's flyweight semi-finals of the 2022 Commonwealth Games on Saturday.

Kim Kardashian, Pete Davidson split after dating for nine months?

In an unexpected turn of events, reality TV star and beauty mogul Kim Kardashian and her actor-comedian boyfriend Pete Davidson have reportedly decided to part ways.

11 die after consuming spurious liquor in 'dry state' Bihar

Eleven people have passed away and 12 have become gravely ill, with many losing their eyesight, as a result of drinking spurious liquor in the district of Saran in Bihar, as per officials.

Liquor policy: Sisodia seeks CBI probe into ex-LG's stance reversal

Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Saturday said that he had written to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to investigate former Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal's change of stance on the opening of liquor shops in unauthorized areas.

2022 Citi Open: Meet the four women's singles semi-finalists

The 2022 Citi Open has entered its business end as we have the four women's singles semi-finalists ready ahead of the final on Sunday night.

Samantha to make Malayalam debut with Dulquer's 'King Of Kotha'?

One of the most popular actors in South India, Samantha Ruth Prabhu gained national fame after starring in Season 2 of the Hindi web series The Family Man.

2022 CWG, hockey: India women lose to Australia in semi-finals

The Indian women's hockey team suffered a fateful defeat to Australia in the semi-finals of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Tamil Nadu: 27 get life term for Dalit triple murder

The Special Court for Exclusive Trial established under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention Act) recently sentenced 27 people to life in prison in connection with the brutal murder of three Dalits in Tamil Nadu's Sivagangai district in 2018.

Bundesliga 2022-23, Bayern Munich thrash Frankfurt 6-1: Key stats

Reigning Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich started the new 2022-23 season with a 6-1 thumping of Eintracht Frankfurt.

2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 goes official: Check features, price

British automaker Triumph Motorcycles has finally launched the 2023 iteration of the Bonneville T120 bike in India. Its price starts at Rs. 11.09 lakh.

Patra Chawl scam: Sanjay Raut's wife Varsha appears before ED

Varsha Raut, the wife of arrested Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut, on Saturday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case involving alleged irregularities in the Patra Chawl redevelopment project in Mumbai.

South Africa beat Ireland, clinch series 2-0: Key stats

South Africa downed Ireland by 44 runs in the second and final T20I on Friday.

Actor Anne Heche severely burned in fiery car crash

Hollywood actor Anne Heche was involved in a car crash on Friday and suffered severe burns after her car was engulfed in flames.

2022 Commonwealth Games: Here's India's schedule for August 6

India had a stupendous run during Day 8 of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Afghanistan: Blast in Kabul kills 8, IS claims responsibility

The militant group Islamic State (IS) has reportedly taken responsibility for a fatal blast in a Shi'ite residential area of Afghanistan's capital Kabul on Friday.

'Lone Wolf is ready': Dhanush confirms 'The Gray Man' sequel

In some exciting news to the fans of Tamil star Dhanush, the actor on Saturday confirmed that a sequel to his recent Hollywood project, The Gray Man, is in the works.

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, Cardano

Bitcoin has risen by 0.3% over the last 24 hours and is currently trading at $23,211.28. It is down 2.7% compared to last week.

Threat to Arpita Mukherjee's life, food must be tested: ED

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) informed a Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court that the life of former West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee's aide Arpita Mukherjee is in danger.

Taiwan's top defense official found dead amid growing China-Taiwan tensions

The deputy head of the Taiwan Defense Ministry's research and development unit, Ou Yang Li-hsing, was found dead on Saturday morning in a hotel room, Central News Agency reported.

Can't sleep in the night? Follow this TikTok tip

TikTok offers a diverse range of content. While a part of it can be cringe-worthy, there is a multitude of videos that are genuinely helpful and deserve your attention.

It's Dhankhar vs Alva in vice presidential election today

India will elect its new vice president (VP) on Saturday, more than a week after Droupadi Murmu became the country's first tribal woman president.

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Garena Free Fire MAX: How to redeem August 6 codes?

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

Realme 9i 5G to launch on August 18; design revealed

Realme is gearing up to launch its 9i 5G smartphone in India. The company has now confirmed that the phone will be introduced on August 18 at 11:30am.

5 reasons to watch hit Netflix show 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo'

Planning to discover the world of enticing South Korean dramas?

Commonwealth Games: Indian wrestlers Anshu, Divya, and Mohit win medals

It was a perfect day for India as they sealed six medals in wrestling at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Premier League 2022-23, Arsenal beat Crystal Palace 2-0: Key stats

The Premier League 2022-23 opener saw Arsenal edge past Crystal Palace in an entertaining contest at Selhurst Park.

#AllAboutFees: Tracing Dhanush's remuneration graph over the years

The first name that crops up when we think about hard work and consistency would probably be Tamil superstar Dhanush.

Planning to buy OnePlus 10T? Check its pros and cons

The OnePlus 10T will go on sale in India today from 12pm onward at a starting price of Rs. 49,999.

05 Aug 2022

CWG: Deepak Punia beats Pakistan's Muhammad Inam to win gold

After the success stories of Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik, India on Friday claimed a third gold medal in wrestling at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Commonwealth Games: Wrestler Sakshi Malik bags maiden gold medal

Indian wrestler Sakshi Malik has bagged a maiden gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.

Commonwealth Games: Second successive gold medal for wrestler Bajrang Punia

The Indian wrestling contingent had a superb day on offer at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Friday.

Zimbabwe thrash Bangladesh in 1st ODI: Key stats

Zimbabwe hammered Bangladesh by five wickets in the first ODI.

#NewsBytesExplainer: How Yale scientists revived pig organs after death

Scientists have rebooted the vital organs of deceased pigs in an experiment that bioethicists say may push a revaluation of how the body dies and further blur the line between life and death.

2022 CWG: PV Sindhu beats Husina Kobigabe, storms into quarter-finals

Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu made light work of Uganda's Husina Kobigabe to rally into the women's singles quarter-finals of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Tamim Iqbal surpasses 8,000 runs in ODI cricket: Key stats

Tamim Iqbal has become the first Bangladesh batter in ODI cricket to hammer 8,000 runs.

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G goes official: Check features and specifications

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G has been announced via the brand's mobile press website.

Apple to ship iPhone 14 from India and China simultaneously

Apple will ship the all-new iPhone 14 from India and China "almost simultaneously" in the second half of this year, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

Commonwealth Games, women's cricket semi-finals: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XIs

The women's cricket competition has reached the business end of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

This Gujarat tea-stall offers tea in edible chocolate cups!

Calling all chai lovers in the city. Here is a "TEAsing" piece of news pouring in straight from Gujarat.

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JEE Main 2022: Results awaited, know average cut-off across IITs

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has concluded both sessions of the Joint Entrance Examinations, Main 2022 (JEE-Main).

ISRO to launch AzadiSAT satellite built by 750 school girls

To mark India's historic 75th year of independence, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch a satellite dubbed 'AzadiSAT' developed by 750 girl students from 75 schools across India.

Big-budget movies in 2022 that tanked at the box office

The film industry had pinned its hopes on 2022, thanks to the COVID-19 situation getting better, helping theaters return to their original glory.

UK: Rishi Sunak surprises with debate win over rival Truss

Rishi Sunak on Thursday looked to pull off a surprise victory in front of a studio audience in a crucial debate with front-runner Liz Truss in the campaign to become the next prime minister of Britain.

Convince people there's no 'setting' with Banerjee: Roy to Modi

Ex-Meghalaya governor and former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president Tathagata Roy on Friday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his proposed meeting with West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee.

'Indian 2': Will we see Deepika Padukone opposite Kamal Haasan?

In an unexpected turn of events, Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has reportedly been roped in to play the leading lady in the Tamil film Indian 2.

Here are some effective hacks to beat insomnia

Have you been finding it difficult to sleep at night no matter how tired you are?

Money laundering: ED freezes crypto exchange WazirX chief's bank assets

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday froze the bank assets of cryptocurrency exchange WazirX heads in an ongoing money laundering probe.

Choose this hydrogel therapy over your toothbrush for whiter teeth

What is the first thing people notice when they meet you? It's your smile!

Will sanction Pelosi over Taiwan visit: China's warning to US

China will be sanctioning United States (US) House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for her visit to Taiwan this week, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday.

Sensex closes at 58,388 points, Nifty settles around 17,400 points

On Friday, major indices of the stock market ended flat with the Sensex settling at 58,387.93 points and the Nifty closing at 17,397.5 points.

Dharamshala: Russian-origin man marries Ukrainian girlfriend in full desi style

While Russia and Ukraine continue to fight against each other, here's a beautiful story about two individuals from these countries proving again, that love knows no boundaries.

Florida-based employee fired for being late; colleagues protest

Punctuality is definitely something employers expect from their employees. However, being late once in a while shouldn't lead to a mercurial situation.

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta signs new contract: Decoding his stats

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has signed a new contract which will keep him at the club until 2024.

'Darlings' review: Fumbles, falters, but doesn't lose sight of goal

Jasmeet K Reen's directorial debut Darlings arrived on Netflix on Friday.

13 killed, 40 injured in massive Thailand nightclub blaze

At least 13 people were killed in a major fire that broke out at a nightclub in Thailand early on Friday.

Scientists create first-ever 'synthetic embryos' with brain and beating heart

In a major breakthrough, a group of Israeli scientists has managed to redefine the boundaries of biology with the world's first "synthetic embryos."

WI vs IND, 4th T20I: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

The action shifts to Florida as India take on West Indies in the fourth T20I on Saturday.

NTA postpones CUET-UG in Kerala due to heavy rains

The National Testing Agency (NTA) postponed the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate courses in Kerala on Thursday due to excessive rainfall in the state, according to officials.

Is Vicky Kaushal's 'Govinda Naam Mera' going the OTT way?

Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal will be next seen in the comedy Govinda Naam Mera.

Florida couple arrested for having sex with dog, filming it

Police officials in Florida arrested a couple this week for allegedly engaging in sexual acts with their dog and recording it on video.

Galaxy Unpacked 2022: Everything Samsung will announce on August 10

Samsung is all set to host its next 'Unpacked' event on Wednesday i.e. August 10.

Premier League 2022-23: All you need to know

The Premier League 2022-23 season gets underway later tonight with Arsenal facing Crystal Palace.

'Joker 2' teaser confirms Lady Gaga's role as Harley Quinn!

The clock has begun to tick for Joker: Folie à Deux.

'Darlings' to 'Maha': What to watch this weekend on OTT?

The first half of 2022 was eventful for the Indian entertainment industry.

UP: Rape survivor's son helps nab accused after 27 years

A rape survivor in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur has finally received justice, owing to the efforts of her son, who was born as a result of the rape.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Why are investors like Uber, Tiger Global quitting Zomato

Zomato has been going through a series of crests and troughs over the last few weeks.

Monkeypox outbreak: US declares public health emergency amid rising cases

The United States (US) authorities announced on Thursday that monkeypox has been designated a public health emergency in the country.

2022 Commonwealth Games: Who is India's para-powerlifter Sudhir?

India bagged a sixth gold medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games as para-powerlifter Sudhir topped the billing in the men's heavyweight category final.

2022 Hyundai TUCSON garners over 3,000 bookings ahead of launch

Hyundai has received over 3,000 bookings for its all-new TUCSON in India. The order books for the premium SUV were opened last month and interested buyers can book the car online or through dealers against a token amount of Rs. 50,000.

International Beer Day: History, traditions, and fun facts

August 5 is celebrated as International Beer Day throughout the world and it's the perfect reason for you to grab a pint today.

Try these 5 fall prevention exercises and improve balance

With age, people start losing balance and experience blurred vision or cognitive impairment.

2022 Commonwealth Games: Here's India's schedule for August 5

The 2022 Commonwealth Games is reaching the business end.

RBI hikes repo rate by 50bps, GDP pegged at 7.2%

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to hike the repo rate by 50 basis points (bps) to 5.40% on Friday, Governor Shaktikanta Das announced.

Nisha is dating 'sworn brother,' alleges estranged husband Karan Mehra

The ugly tussle between ex-actor couple Karan Mehra and Nisha Rawal has taken yet another murky turn.

Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi detained as Congress marches towards Rashtrapati Bhavan

The Delhi Police detained former Congress President Rahul Gandhi, general secretary Priyanka Gandhi, and other party leaders on Friday as they marched towards the Rashtrapati Bhavan to protest unemployment and inflation.

Cryptocurrency prices today: Check rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, Solana

Bitcoin has moved up 0.2% in the past 24 hours, trading at $23,167.96. It is 2.7% lower than last week.

Wabi-sabi: The Japanese way to look at perfectly imperfect beauty

It is said that art and artists can never be perfect. It is a tad bit similar to what people in Japan believe.

China: President Xi faces growing dissent over enforced COVID-19 lockdowns

Despite the Communist Party of China's iron-clad authoritarian leadership, led by President Xi Jinping, fissures between Beijing and the public are considered to be widening.

Happy birthday, Kajol: Revisiting her iconic role in 'Fanaa'

Kajol—who recently touched the milestone of completing three decades in the industry—turned 48 on Friday (August 5).

China using my Taiwan visit as excuse for drills: Pelosi

Speaking in Japan during the last leg of her Asia tour, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that China is using her visit to Taiwan as an "excuse" to conduct military drills near the island.

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Garena Free Fire MAX's August 5 codes: How to redeem

Garena's Free Fire MAX is an online multiplayer battle royale game that has recently amassed a sizable fan base in India due to its high-resolution graphics as well as free rewards scheme.

CWG: Para athlete Sudhir wins gold in men's heavyweight powerlifting

India bagged a sixth gold medal at the ongoing 2022 Commonwealth Games as para-powerlifter Sudhir topped the billing in the men's heavyweight category final.

Maruti Suzuki Alto design, color options revealed prior to launch

The design and color options of the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Alto have been revealed via a leaked document ahead of the car's official debut on August 18.

Liked 'Vikrant Rona'? Then, you'll love these films on OTT

Kichcha Sudeep's Vikrant Rona hit the big screens on July 28 amid huge expectations.

OxygenOS 13, based on Android 13, announced: Check features, compatibility

OnePlus has announced OxygenOS 13, the company's custom skin based on Android 13.

Looking at every cast addition in Salman Khan's 'Bhaijaan'

Salman Khan's upcoming dramedy Bhaijaan has been hitting headlines for a while.

2023 Honda Africa Twin goes official: Check features

Honda has updated the 2023 iteration of the Africa Twin with new color options.